Shen Xuan smiled.

"Great! Once I cultivate them, I'll share some with Junior Sister Qin!"

Theoretically, Qin Yuehan indeed had a share.

She must have another use for the Shadow-devouring Demon Insect.

Shen Xuan felt that Qin Yuehan was also anxious.

It's just that she didn't want to show it in front of him.

Originally, with her aptitude and potential, she could have been highly valued at the Cyan Cloud Sect, focusing on cultivation.

The appearance of Lei Yaoyang completely disrupted her peaceful life.

Golden Core True Inheritance, Core Formation Seed, Thunder Cultivator.

Lei Yaoyang's path was brighter than Qin Yuehan's and was more valued in the Sect.

He even wanted to use Qin Yuehan's Cyan Wood Spirit Body to strengthen his Thunder Dao Body.

This completely deprived Qin Yuehan of any hope of Core Formation.

Blocking one's path was a hatred as deep as the ocean!

However, Qin Yuehan's family background, connections, Sect status, realm cultivation, and so on were all at a disadvantage.

She could only swallow her anger and quickly improve her strength to completely stop Lei Yaoyang's covetousness.

The Sect is not a paradise.

Wherever there are people, there are disputes.

Those in power aren't necessarily noble.

For profit, they too will stop at nothing.

In Qin Yuehan's eyes, there was a faint hope.

Shen Xuan pretended not to see it.

Without absolute certainty, Shen Xuan wouldn't clash head-on with Lei Yaoyang.

If he were to strike, it would be a single, decisive blow that would leave no chance for recovery!

The two rested in a cave for the night.

The next day, they continued their journey.

To avoid any more accidents.

Shen Xuan scouted ahead.

A few days later, guided by the Insight Technique and Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil Technique, Shen Xuan led Qin Yuehan, avoiding Demon Beasts and Tribulation Cultivators, and safely reached Luoxia Lake.

The lake water was clear, the surface shimmering, with a gentle breeze causing ripples like thousands of silver ribbons dancing, and countless glistening pearls.

When the twilight light reflected into the lake, the surface sparkled with gold, with myriad rays shimmering on the blue waves, as if an Immortal Realm was unfolding before one's eyes, bringing joy to the heart.

Qin Yuehan was somewhat captivated by such beautiful scenery.

"Junior Sister, be careful. The lakeside is not safe."

Earlier, while observing Luoxia Lake, he noticed many carcasses by the lakeshore.

Among them were Tier Two Demon Beasts.

They were clearly prey left behind by the Water Demon in the lake.

At this moment, a herd of Tusked Iron Elephants came to the lake to drink.

These Tusked Iron Elephants were all Tier Two Demon Beasts, very large, reaching four zhang high, with thick skin and tusks like long spears, very sharp.

Though mainly herbivorous, they had fiery tempers, with high defense and high attack, making them forest overlords that other Demon Beasts avoided provoking.

At this moment.

The previously calm Luoxia Lake suddenly had a twenty to thirty zhang long tail fly out, split into two hook shapes, instantly grabbing a Tusked Iron Elephant, coiling around it tightly, dragging it into the lake.

Soon, that Tusked Iron Elephant let out several howls and then fell silent.

Crimson blood dyed the lake water red.

The remaining Tusked Iron Elephants hurriedly hung their heads and fled.

Moments later.

The twenty to thirty zhang long hooked tail appeared again, snagging another Tusked Iron Elephant and dragging it into the water in the same manner.

When it resurfaced from the water, the Tusked Iron Elephants had already fled into the forest.

The eerie long tail spun in a circle, having nothing to snag.

It trembled slightly toward Shen Xuan from afar, then slowly sank back into the water.

"Deep Water Hook Snake?"

Shen Xuan furrowed his brow lightly.

He opened the Beast Bag at his waist.

The Divine Eagle Corpse Beast and the Python Corpse Beast emerged one after the other.

"Are these Senior Brother's Spirit Beasts?"

Soon, Qin Yuehan noticed something was wrong.

"No, how come Senior Brother's Spirit Beasts..."

"They're not Spirit Beasts, they're Corpse Beasts."

Shen Xuan briefly explained.

He divided his Divine Sense, sending the Python into the lake while the Divine Eagle spread its wings, flying toward the small island at the center of the lake.

According to the intel, the Purple Essence Divine Wood grew on the small island in the lake.

The moment the Python entered the water, Shen Xuan, whose Divine Sense was attached, spotted the Hook Snake's figure.

Its massive form, stretching twenty to thirty zhang long.

Its tail was particularly long, peculiarly forked, resembling two hooks.

"At least a Tier Two Top Grade Water Demon!"

Shen Xuan cautiously maneuvered the Python to avoid the Deep Water Hook Snake's territory.

He and Qin Yuehan rode the Divine Eagle, flying a hundred zhang above the lake, reaching the small island in Luoxia Lake.

In the middle of the island, Shen Xuan discovered an ancient tree reaching to the sky, with deep purple hue.

This towering ancient tree was lush and intertwined, exuding an intense vitality that was captivating.

"That's it!"

Qin Yuehan exclaimed.

The Divine Eagle landed at the ancient tree, and Qin Yuehan, upon dismounting, had eyes filled with excitement.

"Please, Senior Brother, guard for Yuehan!"

Qin Yuehan sat cross-legged beneath the ancient tree, her body emanating a faint cyan light, continuously absorbing the purple divine light of the ancient tree.

"It seems that is the Purple Essence Divine Wood."

"Qin Yuehan is using the Purple Essence Divine Wood to solidify her Cyan Wood Spirit Body."

Shen Xuan stationed the Silver-winged Python and Golden Claw Divine Eagle by their side for protection.

This island was in the center of Luoxia Lake, with Hook Snakes hunting in the waters.

Ordinary Demon Beasts found it hard to come over.

What Shen Xuan was really concerned about were cultivators.

As expected, his fear came true.

Soon, a group of unexpected visitors arrived on the island.

Leading the sword flight was a pretty female cultivator in a pink dress.

As soon as she landed, she tried to approach Shen Xuan.

She was blocked by the Golden Claw Divine Eagle and Silver-winged Python.

"I am Meng Die of the Hundred Flowers Pavilion, requesting aid from the Senior Brother and Sister of the Cyan Cloud Sect against the pursuers, who are nearby," she said softly, panting, obviously with her viscera injured.

The Hundred Flowers Pavilion and the Cyan Cloud Sect both belonged to the Song Country's seven Daoist Sects.

It was only natural for Meng Die to seek help from Shen Xuan and his Junior Sister Qin Yuehan, referring to them respectfully as Senior Brother and Senior Sister, in a joint effort against the Demon Cultivators.

"I'm sorry, but my Junior Sister is at a critical juncture in her breakthrough!"

The Golden Claw Divine Eagle and Silver-winged Python bared their teeth and claws, ready to attack at any moment.

Meng Die's expression changed.

"Those aren't Spirit Beasts..."

"Indeed, they're Corpse Beasts. So, you are our Fellow Daoist from the Corpse Refining Sect!"

Behind her, two Demon Cultivators from the Corpse Refining Sect arrived in pursuit.

Meng Die shot a furious glare at Shen Xuan.

She turned to face Ren Yifei and Jia Qidao.

"Ren Yifei, Jia Qidao, we've known each other for some time. Do you really need to push me so hard?"

"Surrender your Divine Soul, let me set the restriction, and become my female slave, and I'll spare your life!"

"Meng Die, just listen to reason, it'd be a shame to waste such beauty."

"Never! I'd rather fight to the death than become yours!"

With that, Meng Die lunged forward, ready to fight them with all her strength!

"Pathetic!"

Shen Xuan snorted coldly.

A fish transformed from his Technique within him, leaping out as streaks of light creating a protective Cyan Spirit Wall around him and his Junior Sister Qin Yuehan.

"Now!"

Ren Yifei's Skeleton Demon and Jia Qidao's Flying Zombie simultaneously lunged towards the Golden Claw Divine Eagle and Silver-winged Python.

As he spoke, many fierce shadows flew out from Ren Yifei's Soul Summoning Banner, emitting sharp screeches as they charged at Shen Xuan.

Jia Qidao, with another slap to the Black Gourd, released a thick black mist, from which a blood-colored dagger emerged, reeking of blood, shooting toward Shen Xuan's Spiritual Power Shield.

Meng Die glared and spun to face the two Demon Cultivators, Ren Yifei and Jia Qidao.

"Ren Yifei, Jia Qidao, we know each other, why do you insist on pushing so hard?"

"Surrender your Divine Soul, and let me place a restriction on you to become my female slave, and I'll spare your life!"

"Meng Die, it's best to listen. Otherwise, your demise would be a pity."

"Never! I'll fight you to the death!"

With those words, Meng Die lunged forward, ready to battle the both of them!

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