Such a phenomenon, he hadn't seen it during the day, nor had he seen it before he closed the doors to rest at night, and he had used his right eye's superpower repeatedly to look in that direction many times before. He was certain that this had never appeared before.

It was only after the somewhat distinct fragrance became intense that he saw this scene, which means that this phenomenon might very well be the reason for the fragrance's intensity.

He wasn't sure if this fragrance had anything to do with the Reversing Soul Tree, but according to some legends, even if the Reversing Soul Tree hasn't been refined into Death Refusing Incense, the tree itself emits some fragrance.

And it was because he smelled that indistinct fragrance sourced from unknown places after climbing the mountain, which matched relevant legends, that led him to believe the Reversing Soul Tree still existed, right on the Divine Mountain, he just hadn't found it yet.

Wu Jinliang, standing by his side, also watched for a while but didn't notice anything. He presumed Chun Tian's right eye had discovered something, so he asked tentatively, "What's wrong?"

Shi Chun's gaze flickered, but he didn't reply because he noticed someone staring at them from the hidden pavilions, and responded with a soft "shh."

Soon, that person appeared, flashed over to them, and it was none other than Jiang You'er.

He questioned, "What are you two looking at from the rooftop?"

Wu Jinliang, an old hand at dealing with anything, casually replied, "Mr. Jiang, haven't you smelled it? Doesn't the fragrance seem more intense?"

So that's what it is, Jiang You'er laughed, "Don't be surprised, this happens often. At midnight every night, the fragrance on the mountain becomes more intense, then gradually fades. It's not harmful, in fact, it's quite beneficial, delaying aging and aiding cultivation. This Divine Mountain is indeed a blessed land."

Hearing this, Shi Chun couldn't help but ask, "Does it happen every midnight?"

It was the first time the main character spoke. Jiang You'er immediately focused on him, pondering how to respond, ultimately settling on a swift two-word answer, "It does."

Shi Chun glanced again at the highest peak, wondering if the golden light would appear every midnight.

To verify, they could only wait and see the following night.

Judging by his actions, upon seeing Shi Chun's focus on the peak, Wu Jinliang felt his anticipation for that area and asked, "Mr. Jiang, when can we go to the central area?"

Jiang You'er replied, "I was just about to discuss this with Mr. Gao. For now, it's truly not possible. It's not a place for outsiders to roam about. If you really need to go, you'll have to wait for a suitable time with a proper reason."

Feigning indifference, Wu Jinliang said, "We'll explore each area, and see when the time comes. If possible, that's good; if not, so be it."

Jiang You'er nodded and smiled, "I'll do my best, otherwise I'm afraid it would be hard to explain to Lou Xiu."

It was all polite pretenses, and the distant golden light did not last long, eventually disappearing into the depths of the distant void like a Divine Dragon.

After the host and guest dispersed after casual chatting, each returned to their places. With doors and windows shut, Wu Jinliang approached Shi Chun again and asked in a low voice, "What did you see?"

"A storm of golden meteors..." Shi Chun roughly described the scene he witnessed.

Imagining it, Wu Jinliang made a similar judgment, "It seems the fragrance is related to this golden phenomenon. It appears we still need to find a way to get them to take us to the main peak."

Shi Chun: "First, we verify if Jin Zhan's relics are useful, and then decide whether to go along with this Demon Path's plan. From my observations, this place is protected by a grand formation, making it not easily accessible, so the defense isn't tight. As long as we can come and go, with my right eye's observational power, there are many loopholes on this Divine Mountain for us to exploit, more convenient than acting under their noses."

Wu Jinliang raised an eyebrow, stroked his chin, and said, "You're right, the map, let's take it out and have a look."

So Shi Chun took out the Divine Mountain map to study it with him.

Inspired to act, the next morning, after breakfast, Wu Jinliang eagerly called on Jiang You'er to go sightseeing.

Not long after the group set out, outside the mountain gate, the Martial Hall Master Qiu Ben of the Extreme Fire Sect arrived with nearly twenty members. He hadn't brought all his people.

Hearing they had brought a letter from the Sect Master of the Extreme Fire Sect to the Goddess, how could the guards delay? They quickly sent a message to report.

Soon, a figure flew from outside the mountain gate, none other than Lord Po Yuan, one of the Mountain Patrols of the central area.

The mountain gate opened, and after verifying identities, Po Yuan asked, "Does delivering a letter require so many people?"

Qiu Ben replied bluntly, "Telling you wouldn't help; the Goddess will know what's going on after reading the letter."

He truly had the standing to not need to regard Po Yuan. Not to mention the differences in cultivation levels, the Extreme Fire Sect was one of the top sects in the Demon Realm; its Sect Master was on par with the Phoenix Clan leader, while this was merely a Phoenix Clan branch location. As the Martial Hall Master of the Extreme Fire Sect, he could stand before the Divine Mountain's Goddess without humility. Would a mere Mountain Patrol have the right to question him?

Slightly insulted, Po Yuan tightened his cheeks but said no more, gesturing politely for his guests to enter.

Once inside, the group flew directly to the main peak.

In a pavilion not far from the mountain gate, the Commander of the North District, Huang Ye observed the entire procedure.

About a two-hour period later, several people flew from the direction of the main peak and landed in front of the mountain gate.

The leader, a strong man wearing a Phoenix Feather Purple Gold Crown, donned golden armor with locks, wore golden boots, had a cold appearance, carried an arrogant demeanor, and had an extraordinary presence, was indeed Feng Jue, the Commander of the central area and the head of the five Divine Mountain Commanders.

Seeing him appear, Huang Ye immediately flashed over, landing directly beside Feng Jue, and asked, "Isn't Granny Qi expected earlier?"

Feng Jue replied, "What if she arrives early? Wouldn't it be disrespectful not to see her?"

Huang Ye nodded, "That's true. By the way, I saw a group of people enter the Divine Palace earlier in front of me. Who are they?"

Feng Jue: "The Extreme Fire Sect's artifact refining skills are slightly off the mark, and they want to borrow the Divine Mountain's treasure grounds to gather energy. They might be running around the mountain soon, and you will inevitably have to deal with them then."

Huang Ye: "Running around? Did the Goddess agree to this?"

Feng Jue: "They are, after all, the number one Artifact Refining Sect in the Demon Realm. The Phoenix Clan occasionally needs their help. Even my 'God-slaying Spear' was made by them. Now they've asked us for a small favor, how could we not assist them? Besides, they also brought a personally signed letter from Su Qiao, the Sect Master of the Extreme Fire Sect, so the Goddess could hardly refuse. It's not much trouble to cooperate with this kind of thing."

Huang Ye responded with an understanding sound: "That makes sense."

A little less than half a two-hour later, while everyone was waiting somewhat idly, Feng Jue, watching the distant horizon, suddenly brightened his eyes and shouted, "Guests have arrived, open the central gate!"

A small guard stationed by the gong immediately swung his mallet to strike a series of sonic waves, pounding it three times, causing a large wave to flare up behind the central gate of the archway.

Feng Jue led a group of people out of the mountain gate to greet the guests courteously.

A streak of light from afar gathered in mid-air, and over a dozen men and women descended before the mountain gate. At the forefront was an elderly woman with silver hair dressed in white. Her face was kindly and benevolent, seemingly dignified despite her plain attire. She leaned on a wooden cane, her back slightly hunched, clearly showing her great age.

The elderly woman was none other than Granny Qi, famed in the Phoenix Clan.

"Oh, how dare you trouble Young Lord Jue to greet me personally." Granny Qi had a suddenly flattered expression.

Feng Jue stepped forward, cupping his hands in greeting, "I have met Granny, these words overvalue me. Granny, this is not the place to talk; Aunt is waiting for you in the Divine Palace, please come inside!"

"Yes, yes, I dare not keep the Goddess waiting; please, please, please." With a modest demeanor, Granny Qi moved inside.

The group entered the mountain gate and directly flew to the highest peak in the distance.

Those who appeared together to greet the guests, such as Huang Ye, cupped their hands as a farewell but did not follow to the Divine Palace. After the guests left, he too glanced around and departed.

At the peak of the Divine Mountain stood a complex of buildings made mainly of azure jade. Under the sunlight, they appeared neither dim nor bright, retaining an ancient and grand atmosphere that blended with the landscape to emanate an aura of unchallengeable supremacy.

Beneath the steps outside the palace stood a woman in a flowing green dress, her eyebrows like fine art, with a hint of prosperity in her demeanor. Her long, hanging hair also fluttered with the wind, yet she maintained a noble charm, her every gesture exuded a sense of natural transparency.

This was the so-called Goddess tasked with guarding the Divine Mountain, known as Feng Qingping.

After Feng Jue led a group to land, Feng Qingping proactively walked towards Granny Qi, who intended to salute, supporting her by the arms with a smile, "Granny, it's been a long time since we met."

Moved by Feng Qingping, the failed attempt to salute, Granny Qi exclaimed emotionally, "I have met the Goddess; it has been a long time since this old body last saw the Goddess, and I missed you dearly."

Feng Qingping held onto her arm, talking casually like family as she personally helped her up the steps.

Inside the palace, it was simple and elegant, with no tables or chairs, only mats, clearly designed for sitting on the ground.

Feng Qingping did not take a superior position to Granny Qi. Seeing that Granny Qi was unwilling to sit with her on the higher seat, she sat on a mat on the floor alongside her, and the servants brought low tables with tea and snacks placed in front of them.

Feng Jue sat cross-legged on the side, watching and listening, and at this time, there was no sign of arrogance, just a younger individual occasionally showing a smile.

After a round of small talk, a special meaning flashed in Feng Qingping's eyes, and she tentatively said, "I have something to inform Granny. Xiao Ru's husband got involved in some matters and was brought back to the Divine Mountain. Would you like me to call him over for a visit?"

Indeed, it was a probing inquiry; Granny Qi's sudden visit to the mountain made Feng Qingping a bit suspicious that it was related to the golden-haired rat.

Unexpectedly, Granny Qi's face immediately changed upon hearing this, "Goddess, it's one thing for that girl to infuriate me, but you, too? I won't see him, not unless I'm dead!"

Seeing her suddenly agitated, Feng Qingping realized she might have misunderstood, hurriedly leaned forward to grasp her hand, patting it to calm her, "Alright, alright, you won't have to see him, Granny, don't get worked up."

Granny Qi also patted Feng Qingping's hand, "Goddess, forgive this old body for being presumptuous, addressing you as 'Little Ping'. Little Ping, Granny is truly old, my days might indeed be numbered; lately, past people and events keep surfacing in my mind. The day before yesterday, my dreams were all about your childhood. Granny genuinely missed you and thought of staying on the Divine Mountain for some time to see you more, fearing I won't be able to later..."

"Nonsense, Granny, you will live a long life."

"How many in this world can truly live forever? Turning into an undying old fool is unpleasant to others, having lived enough, one must leave when the time comes..."

At this moment in East Mountain District, with deliberated intent, Wu Jinliang guided Jiang You'er to the edge of the Divine Mountain, stopping to gaze at the seemingly endless green plains.

Looking at the prominent part of the terrain they were on, Shi Chun realized they had reached another location on the map second only to the mountain gate, closest to the formation's protection.

Using his right eye's superpower, he scanned the surroundings, seeing no sign of surveillance, he suddenly spoke, "Brother, do you want some water? I noticed the mountain spring appears nice; shall I go fetch some for you?"

This statement immediately aroused Jiang You'er's vigilance. For the main guy to so actively offer to tend to his younger brother, it must be a trick. The mountain's back would take him out of sight.

Upon hearing this, Wu Jinliang knew it was time to act, and with a chuckle he said, "Just in time; I'm thirsty. Get more, also for Mr. Jiang."

"Alright." Shi Chun agreed and dashed away.

Jiang You'er pursed his lips, folding his fan as he said, "Mr. Gao, since you're thirsty, I know where there are good fruits. I'll fetch some for you to taste."

Wu Jinliang replied with an 'oh', "Alright, let's taste them."

Jiang You'er immediately darted in the other direction, seemingly not going towards Shi Chun but intending to circle around secretly.

Seeing no one around him, Wu Jinliang quickly crouched and leaped down the slope, directly employing the Earth Escape Technique to leave.

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