"Thank you, my lord!"

Wang Junze appropriately showed a trace of gratitude and saluted again.

"By the way, you are a sword cultivator. Why not ask her for the Profound Moon Sword Technique? If you can cultivate it successfully, you might have the chance to gain the Sword Dao inheritance of the Li Shang Sword Venerable."

As if suddenly remembering something, Dugu Feng spoke again.

This one sentence instantly startled Wang Junze.

For a moment, it was difficult for him to discern whether this was Dugu Feng's test or if she truly intended for him to train in the Profound Moon Sword Technique.

In a flash of thought, Wang Junze forced a smile and honestly replied, "I wouldn't dare to deceive you, my lord. In fact, I already coerced her for it, and the Profound Moon Sword Technique has long been practiced, but I've only grasped its form without cultivating the Profound Moon Sword Intent."

"Haven't cultivated the Sword Intent? What a pity."

Glancing at Wang Junze, Dugu Feng replied indifferently.

In fact, Dugu Feng had long since extracted the Profound Moon Sword Technique from disciples of the Profound Moon Sword Sect and then instructed Jiao Yang to sell those disciples to the Netherworld Auction. Unfortunately, although the Profound Moon Sword Technique seems simple, understanding its essence and realizing the Profound Moon Sword Intent is by no means something achievable in a short time.

This is not surprising, as even disciples of the Profound Moon Sword Sect, who always train within the sect and have the guidance of sect elders, have only a few who can cultivate the Profound Moon Sword Intent.

Moreover, to unlock the mansion of the Li Shang Sword Venerable, what is needed is the purest Profound Moon Sword Intent. Even if there is a Sword Dao genius who barely cultivates a tiny bit of the Profound Moon Sword Intent from the Profound Moon Sword Technique, it is far from enough.

Only true disciples of the Profound Moon Sword Sect can meet the requirements to unlock the mansion.

If it were not the case, Dugu Feng would not have held onto Ji Liuyun all this time.

Now, Dugu Feng asking Wang Junze is still just a test, as it would indeed be strange for a sword cultivator with the opportunity to obtain the Profound Moon Sword Technique not to be tempted.

"Alright, you may go back now."

Waving his hand, Dugu Feng offhandedly ordered.

"Yes!"

Wang Junze honestly saluted again before retreating.

"My lord, isn't it a bit much bringing so many people with us this time? While they do not know, with so many people, word may still leak out that we're going to sea."

Once Wang Junze left, Jiao Yang couldn't help but ask.

"I actually want them to leak the information."

With a sneer, Dugu Feng replied disdainfully.

"What do you mean, my lord?"

...

Leaving the Netherworld Mansion, Wang Junze tightly furrowed his brows.

Inadvertently returning home, Wang Junze immediately summoned Peng Ru.

"Young master, did you call for me?"

"Pass the Profound Moon Sword Technique to me."

Raising his head and glancing at Peng Ru, Wang Junze spoke in a deep voice.

"Ah?"

Hearing this, Peng Ru's face slightly changed, looking at Wang Junze with some difficulty and subconsciously responding, "Young master, the power of the Profound Moon Sword Technique isn't particularly strong. You don't really need to bring this trouble upon yourself."

With a calm expression, Wang Junze did not respond, simply staring silently at Peng Ru.

After a few moments of silence, Peng Ru gritted her teeth and finally said, "I'll demonstrate it for you, young master."

Peng Ru certainly remembered what Ji Liuyun said when he passed on the Profound Moon Sword Technique to them—that the sect's cultivation techniques must never be passed on. However, at this point, she'd already stopped caring about such things. Not to mention, if she didn't tell it, Wang Junze might force other fellow disciples. And just based on the time spent together these days, she had already firmly decided to entrust her life to Wang Junze.

In comparison, revealing the Profound Moon Sword Technique was nothing at all.

Watching Peng Ru demonstrate the Profound Moon Sword Technique move by move, Wang Junze's feelings were equally complex.

He was pleased that Peng Ru was willing to follow his instructions, yet he regretted that she was willing to betray her sect's cultivation technique. Perhaps, for Peng Ru, she had already given up hope of ever returning to the sect.

But no matter what, he had to complete this process.

Although Dugu Feng's query seemed casual, it still aroused significant caution within him, and he could not leave any hidden dangers.

Pretending to comprehend the Profound Moon Sword Technique, Wang Junze's mind had already wandered. From the moment he entered the Netherworld Mansion today, every person's reactions, everything said, was vividly imprinted in his mind, meticulously recalling every detail to deduce Dugu Feng's intentions.

"No, something's wrong!"

No matter what, Dugu Feng shouldn't have brought so many people with her to sea; these ragtag people couldn't help in any way and might even be a burden.

Moreover, from today's situation, it's likely that not all these people are completely loyal to Dugu Feng. With so many people and loose tongues, how could nothing leak out?

Dugu Feng didn't even leave instructions for them not to reveal the time of departure, only telling himself and Jiao Yang not to disclose the matter of the Li Shang Sword Venerable's mansion. This was too abnormal.

Unless... the information was false!

In a flash, a streak of brilliance crossed Wang Junze's mind.

Creating a diversion!

Dugu Feng never intended to depart after three days; she deliberately allowed these people to spread word of her going to sea three days later.

"If I were Dugu Feng... I'd set sail tonight!"

Exhaling a long breath, Wang Junze instantly made a decision.

Dugu Feng was not wary of anyone else but him!

Even after retrieving the Other Shore Flower for her and testing himself through Ji Liuyun, Dugu Feng still did not trust him.

At least, not enough trust.

Thus, even though she intended to take him to the Li Shang Sword Venerable's mansion, she was still cautious of him.

This made sense!

Upon this thought, Wang Junze's mind instantly cleared.

If that's the case, once at sea, Dugu Feng would never allow him to ride the Netherworld Flying Ship alone, nor provide an opportunity for the news to get out.

Thus, the previous plan had to be altered.

With a slight flip of his hand, Wang Junze retrieved a token, simultaneously sending messages to Yang Hong, the Maiden of the Sea, and Pei Haoran.

At the same time, his fingers pressed hard, destroying all the tokens directly.

If his speculation was correct, this would be his last chance to contact the others.

At this time, Wang Junze didn't even dare to meet with Pei Haoran to discuss the plan. Dugu Feng's control over Netherworld City was too deep; any slight movement couldn't escape her notice. Meeting Pei Haoran now would only expose them more quickly.

However, due to this, executing the subsequent plan would be far more challenging than anticipated.

Now, he could only rely on the Maiden of the Sea and the others to adapt and respond as the situation evolved.

If unsuccessful, he'd have no choice but to abandon this opportunity and make plans after entering the Li Shang Sword Venerable's mansion with Dugu Feng.

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