Chapter 1384: The Appointment with Hundred Flowers Valley

"Daoist, you're brave!" When Master Feng heard that Qin Sang had crossed over from the nearby storm belt, he could not help praising him.

Qin Sang said modestly, "I obtained a kind of spiritual herb that could rapidly restore true essence, which was why I dared to try. Being able to pass through the storm belt was purely a stroke of luck. Thinking back on it now, that act was far too reckless!"

Qin Sang realized that the value of the Moon-Gazing Rhinoceros's horn was even greater than he had expected, especially for Spiritual Infant cultivators. Golden Core Realm cultivators were limited by their cultivation and could not travel too far, but there were many places Spiritual Infant cultivators could go.

He did not want to expose the Moon-Gazing Rhinoceros's horn, so he attributed the credit to a nonexistent spiritual herb.

Master Feng did not doubt him. His tone changed as he asked about Qin Sang’s injuries.

"I was lucky that my foundation wasn’t damaged... The one who scared off Bifang back then was you, right?" Qin Sang asked.

He had already inquired about it. The one-legged divine bird that had hunted him down was known as Bifang. He commanded countless demon soldiers and occupied the region between Stardust Archipelago and Crescent Moon Realm.

The little fox was called Cunning Fox. She was inseparable from Bifang, was full of schemes, and had always been one of Master Feng’s greatest troubles.

As for the other frog-fish, Qin Sang had not learned his origins. He was likely a helper Bifang had invited from elsewhere.

Master Feng smiled and nodded. "That’s right. Daoist Shen and I happened to be nearby and were alarmed by the commotion of your flight. Ah, right! Daoist Shen is the island master of Heavenly Outer Island. Although his cultivation is one stage lower than ours, his strength is extraordinary and far surpasses others of the same level. When you see Daoist Shen make a move in the future, you will understand."

The island master of Heavenly Outer Island. Qin Sang pondered and he remembered this person as well. He was also a renowned Spiritual Infant cultivator, dominating Heavenly Outer Island alone with an illustrious reputation.

Remembering that Qin Sang had only just arrived, Master Feng patiently gave Qin Sang a detailed introduction to Island Master Shen, as well as the other two Spiritual Infant cultivators.

The female cultivator was Madam Yue. She was the sect leader of the Yin Moon Sect, and her strength was also formidable. She was just as impressive as the others.

The black-robed swordsman called himself the Wanderer and was a guest elder of Wind Sun Mountain.

"The demon kings are stirring up trouble everywhere, and all the Daoists have emerged from seclusion. Has something major happened recently?" Qin Sang asked in return.

According to the information he had gathered, Wind Sun Mountain had assembled heavy forces, seemingly only to deal with the demon race’s invasion.

Master Feng replied, "The demon race has already swallowed more than half of Stardust Archipelago, yet they are still not satisfied and have been restless. Over the years, the demon race has raised troops and invaded several times, so we should have long grown accustomed to it. However, this time is different from the past. Our connection with Stardust Archipelago was severed first, which was why we became so cautious."

Qin Sang came to a realization and silently pondered.

The situation in the nearby sea region had always been extremely complicated. The two races had a deep blood feud, and they had fought countless wars. Yet this time, they had mobilized so many forces, so the scale of this war would likely far surpass the previous ones.

If a great war was about to begin, it would be best for him to leave as soon as possible and travel elsewhere first.

Stardust Archipelago was temporarily inaccessible, so he could travel south along Crescent Moon Realm instead.

While Qin Sang was deep in thought, Master Feng glanced at him and smiled. "Daoist Ming Yue, are you interested in showing your abilities? With your strength, if you and I joined hands and employed a few small schemes, we would have a strong chance of killing that wretch Bifang! It would also let you vent your anger!"

Qin Sang took a sip of tea and asked in puzzlement, "I was able to escape danger partly because of the help of you two Daoists, so by reason, I should stay and contribute. However, in a war between two races, the role that I alone can play is limited. Why do you not send a message out as soon as possible and warn the other Daoists? Are they really going to let you bear the grudges between the two races alone?"

Wars in the immortal cultivation world were not measured merely in years. One only had to look at the war between the three domains of Beichen Realm, which had lasted two hundred years from beginning to end.

Qin Sang was traveling alone. He should have had no attachments, and he was unwilling to be trapped in one corner and risk his life for unrelated people.

Master Feng explained, "If the situation develops into a great war between the two races, the other Daoists naturally will not stand by and watch. Before that, I need to distinguish the situation clearly first, lest I send out a false warning. Rest assured. Daoist Shen and the others are trying to contact the Daoists of Stardust Archipelago. It won’t take too long to see through the demon race’s intentions and arrange our plans accordingly. During this period, we need to guard against the demon race’s schemes and tricks. I am worried that we lack manpower, that there will be gaps in the defensive line, and that the demon race will seize the opportunity."

After hesitating for a while, Qin Sang said, "Since you put it that way, and I have no urgent matters, it would be fine for me to guard one part of the defensive line for a period. However... Although I was hunted down, I suffered no actual loss. It would naturally be good if I could eliminate an enemy, but even if I had no chance to take revenge, I would not care too much."

Master Feng understood Qin Sang’s meaning. He would only lend a hand within the range his strength allowed.

They had cultivated all the way to this realm. Which of them was not entangled in grudges?

If they remembered every enemy in their hearts each time they formed a grudge, their state of mind would have collapsed long ago.

Master Feng tapped his finger lightly on the table and pondered for a moment. "I heard that you have been searching for insect-controlling secret techniques and are very interested in Hundred Flowers Valley’s Insect Flower Scripture?"

Qin Sang nodded and looked at Master Feng.

"There are only a few cultivators proficient in insect control, and Hundred Flowers Valley stands at the very top. Since you cultivate this path, if you could receive guidance from the master of Hundred Flowers Valley, you would surely make great progress. Unfortunately, Hundred Flowers Valley has always been mysterious and eccentric in its conduct. It rarely interacts with the outside world. If you wish to befriend the master of Hundred Flowers Valley, it will take considerable effort." Master Feng sounded regretful, as if he felt sorry for Qin Sang.

Qin Sang grasped his implied meaning. "Daoist Feng, do you have a way?"

Master Feng smiled. "That’s right. When I was traveling outside, I befriended the master of Hundred Flowers Valley. If I introduce you, as long as your request is not too excessive, the master of Hundred Flowers Valley should give me some face. If you do not believe me, I can swear a heart devil oath."

Hearing this, Qin Sang was immediately tempted.

Regardless of whether Hundred Flowers Valley was as strange as Master Feng said, if he, a stranger, recklessly paid a visit, it would be very difficult for the other party to lower their guard. If he could ask Master Feng to help, the matter would be much easier.

"What if the situation becomes critical—"

Before Qin Sang could finish, Master Feng waved his hand. "Rest assured. If it seems impossible, I will not throw my own life away here!"

"Then I shall listen to you!" Qin Sang nodded lightly and agreed.

Master Feng was overjoyed and took the initiative to swear an oath. Regardless of whether the outcome this time was victory or defeat, after the matter was settled, he would keep his promise and help Qin Sang make the introduction.

With a few words, they reached an agreement.

Master Feng and Qin Sang immediately left Wind Sun Mountain and flew toward the nameless island.

After landing on the island, Qin Sang greeted the other three one by one.

The five Spiritual Infant cultivators took out a geomantic map and discussed matters for a while before deciding to have Qin Sang guard a place called Shouchen Island.[1]

Shouchen Island lay slightly northwest of the tip of Crescent Moon Realm. It stood between several defensive lines and was a relatively important stronghold.

Qin Sang took the command token and communication treasure, then set off first and hurried toward Shouchen Island.

Master Feng and the others watched Qin Sang’s figure disappear into the horizon. Their expressions drew in, and they exchanged glances.

The female cultivator asked in a low voice, "Daoist Feng, did you not tell him about the Mystic Heaven Palace's traitor?"

1. Shouchen does not really mean anything hence the transliteration. Shou (狩) can mean hunt although it's more often to used with Lie (猎) to mean that. Chen (辰) can mean time. It can also be related to stars when used with Xing (星). ☜

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