Coincidentally, the Red Dragon Immortal Palace is currently in the opening phase. If I can capture this unusual rat, tame it, and then enter the Red Dragon Immortal Palace, I will surely reap great rewards!

This is his opportunity, even more so, his chance of fate!

Ma Feng certainly wouldn't miss it, which is why he secretly dispatched his subordinate Wang Jin to investigate the matter.

...

Half an hour later, Ma Feng and Wang Jin quietly left Jade Bright Immortal Pavilion.

To avoid drawing attention, the master and servant even disguised themselves, deliberately concealing their identities.

After leaving the city, the two headed straight towards Liuyun Valley.

Several hours later, the two arrived at a certain valley.

"Is this Liuyun Valley?"

Ma Feng looked at the small valley before him, a hint of suspicion in his eyes, vaguely feeling that something was amiss.

The valley was small, and the Spiritual Qi was sparse, not the kind of place that seemed suitable for growing Spirit Medicine.

Moreover, after sweeping through the area with his Divine Thought, he didn't find anything special, let alone any traces of the unusual rat.

"What's going on? Are you deceiving me?!"

Ma Feng looked at his subordinate Wang Jin, his face slightly grim, but more alert.

Furthermore, a thin Flying Saber emerged from the Storage Pouch, buzzing with a chilling hum.

An intense and pressing aura emanated, making one's skin ache under its pressure.

Then Ma Feng noticed that Wang Jin, who was usually cautious and reticent, now stood straight, smiling at him.

His gaze was wanton, containing an appraising, mocking intent.

Although Wang Jin appeared unchanged, the feeling he gave Ma Feng was that of a complete transformation, as if he had become a different person.

"Young Master Ma, I advise you not to act impulsively."

Wang Jin smiled gently: "Otherwise, I can't guarantee what might happen next."

As he spoke, he flicked his finger, and a brilliant silver Sword Qi shot out, striking the Flying Knife Magical Artifact beside Ma Feng.

With a crisp clink, the Flying Knife Magical Artifact was sent flying, resonating with a vibrato as its Spiritual Light dimmed considerably. On its blade, a small notch the size of a grain of rice appeared.

"No, you're not Wang Jin. Who exactly are you?!"

Ma Feng's expression changed, realizing something was off.

He promptly withdrew the Flying Knife Magical Artifact and took a few steps back.

His Flying Saber, a Middle Grade Magical Artifact with twenty-three layers of Restrictions, could slice through iron like mud with great power, yet it was nearly destroyed by a mere flick of the opponent's Sword Qi.

No way Wang Jin could possess such abilities!

Ma Feng became extremely wary, his mind racing for a strategy.

Wang Jin smiled slightly:

"Senior Brother Ma, there's no need to be afraid; I'm Gu Yuan, and I mean no harm to you."

As he spoke, his entire appearance began to change, growing taller, his body becoming fuller, and his skin transforming to a richly pale, delicate texture.

In no time, he became a handsome young man with a gentle temperament.

"Gu Yuan?! It's actually you!"

Ma Feng's eyes widened in astonishment.

He never expected that his subordinate Wang Jin would be impersonated by Gu Yuan.

By now, it was obvious that this was a trap set by Gu Yuan, and the target was glaringly obvious—it was him!

Ma Feng's expression fluctuated, and after a moment, he suddenly smiled:

"Junior Brother Gu, let's not beat around the bush. Whatever you need, just say it. As long as it's within my power, I won't refuse!"

Ma Feng was certainly not unfamiliar with Gu Yuan; for some time, the name "Gu Yuan" had reverberated in his ears.

Toward this fellow disciple, he felt envy, jealousy, and hatred for Gu Yuan's cultivation prowess and the vast reputation he had built.

He hated that Gu Yuan, a newcomer, had surpassed him in talent, overshadowing even his senior brother status, leaving him in the shadows!

Moreover, he was somewhat aware that his father, Cyan Wood True Master, harbored ill-will toward Gu Yuan. Even some of the troubles Gu Yuan previously encountered bore his father's mark.

Thus, he dared not reveal his own thoughts.

Because clearly, Gu Yuan had not come with friendly intentions!

Considering Wang Jin was impersonated, Wang Jin's fate was evident.

"Ah! Senior Brother Ma, you truly are wise to see the situation clearly!"

Gu Yuan clapped his hands and laughed, immediately stating, "To be honest, I indeed have something that requires Senior Brother Ma's help. I'd like to trouble you to summon Uncle Master Cyan Wood."

Ma Feng frowned: "I'm not sure what business Junior Brother Gu has with my master?"

"It's certainly a good thing."

Gu Yuan didn't elaborate, merely adding:

"I have matters to discuss with Uncle Master Cyan Wood, so I'm relying on you, Senior Brother."

However, Ma Feng instinctively felt something was amiss.

Now trapped, involving his master (father) Cyan Wood True Master might only worsen the situation.

"Junior Brother Gu, feel free to speak directly."

Ma Feng looked at Gu Yuan: "What exactly do you want with my master?"

Seeing this, Gu Yuan maintained his smile, responding: "It's nothing much; I just want to settle a score with Uncle Master Cyan Wood."

Upon hearing this, Ma Feng's heart sank.

He finally realized that Gu Yuan's target today was not him, but his father, Cyan Wood True Master!

This was clearly an unfriendly visit!

As Ma Feng remained silent, Gu Yuan continued to smile broadly, saying, "Senior Brother Ma, it's best not to refuse, or you might regret it endlessly."

Even before his voice faded, thin streaks of mist began to rise, spreading all around.

Simultaneously, an invisible pressure expanded over several miles, sealing the void.

Ma Feng initially harbored a few thoughts, but upon witnessing this scene and feeling his cultivation suppressed by eighty percent, he had no thoughts at all.

He knew Gu Yuan's abilities well; even a Golden Core Demon could be slain with a single sword, let alone him?

Besides, Gu Yuan clearly had made preparations in advance; with Gu Yuan's capabilities, stirring up any trouble would be impossible.

"Senior Brother Ma, rest assured; though I hold some grievances against Uncle Master Cyan Wood, I do not intend to harm a fellow disciple. At most, I'll require him to pay a certain price."

Gu Yuan reassured him: "As long as Uncle Master Cyan Wood demonstrates enough sincerity, I will naturally choose to let bygones be bygones."

Then, Gu Yuan delivered a heavy psychological blow to Ma Feng.

Previously, relying on his identity and Cyan Wood True Master backing him, Ma Feng often caused trouble. Cyan Wood True Master always cleaned up his messes.

He had grown somewhat accustomed to this.

Though Gu Yuan's record was astonishing, having slain the Golden Core demon Black Owl, the disparity between Golden Cores can still be significant.

Cyan Wood True Master, an Upper Grade Pill Formation cultivator, naturally couldn't be compared to a character like Black Owl.

Which is why he had confidence in his old man!

The key point was, he now had no other option.

Besides agreeing with Gu Yuan, he had no alternative.

Indeed, Ma Feng was intimidated, but he couldn't afford not to be, for he feared death.

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