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Join the ServerUltimately, Wang Li still found himself standing on the purple flying sword.
However, his previous infatuation with Ke Qian was gone. He now stood on the latter half of the flying sword, maintaining a clear distance from both Ke Qian and Ye Cha.
Originally, Wang Li had found Ye Cha utterly displeasing. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have hoped for Li Ge to teach him a lesson.
Yet, events had unfolded unexpectedly. After Li Ge’s head had fallen, Wang Li suddenly realized just how naive he had been.
Whether it was Ke Qian, a demonic cultivator of the unorthodox path, or Ye Cha, who excelled at disguise, Wang Li now understood that what he knew was merely the tip of the iceberg.
Under these circumstances, Wang Li had a rare moment of clarity. He knew he needed to lie low for a while.
Ke Qian had killed Li Ge without a shred of mercy, clearly demonstrating that she was not one to show leniency towards men.
If that were the case, then angering Ke Qian would inevitably lead to his own demise.
Ever since Ke Qian had murdered someone right before his eyes, Wang Li’s fervent obsession with her had rapidly passed its expiration date. Now, finally sobered, Wang Li was filled with profound regret, unable to comprehend why he had been captivated by this demonic woman at first sight.
‘My brain must have been addled.’
However, regret was useless now. He had no choice but to continue following Ke Qian.
Otherwise…
Recalling the poison he had been forced to consume in the cave, Wang Li’s tightly clenched palms instantly grew sticky, his sweat flowing uncontrollably.
He didn’t want to die yet!
He had to obtain the antidote from Ke Qian, then make a swift escape. Even though returning to the Lingtian Sect was no longer an option, the cultivation world was vast; surely there was a place for him, Wang Li.
Even joining a minor sect would allow him to live a comfortable life.
With this thought, Wang Li’s resolve to leave Ke Qian solidified. He instinctively glanced at Ye Cha’s back, somewhat puzzled by Ye Cha’s continued composure.
No matter how well Ke Qian treated Ye Cha, given her suspicious nature, she must have also made Ye Cha consume poison.
If not for that, Ye Cha wouldn’t be so obedient. Although Wang Li knew Ye Cha was incredibly cunning, he had already latched onto the Lingtian Sect Master, a powerful figure. There was no reason for him to risk running away with a demonic temptress.
The risk was too great, and the reward disproportionate to the effort.
Wang Li wouldn’t do such a thing himself, let alone Ye Cha, who was as shrewd as they came.
This led him to conclude that Ye Cha was being coerced.
However, Ye Cha appeared utterly unbothered, seemingly unconcerned by their current predicament.
‘Did he truly believe Ke Qian wouldn’t harm him, or did he already have an escape plan?’
If he were in Ye Cha’s shoes, he would never give up the status of a sect master’s registered disciple. Therefore, he certainly wouldn’t stay by Ke Qian’s side indefinitely, but would instead constantly await an opportunity to flee back to the Lingtian Sect.
His mind raced with these thoughts. Wang Li firmed his resolve, knowing he had to keep a close eye on Ye Cha from now on. Only then would he have a chance to escape Ke Qian!
Only then could he survive in peace.
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“Is this what the scenery outside the Lingtian Sect looks like?”
Standing at the front of the flying sword, Ye Cha gazed at the surrounding mountains and rivers. A wave of relaxation washed over him, dispelling the constant worry and caution he felt regarding his Heavenly Net Physique.
Only the breathtaking beauty before him remained, utterly refreshing his spirit.
Ye Cha was still young, and his current spirited and vibrant demeanor made him appear extraordinarily handsome, leaving the nearby Ke Qian utterly captivated.
No matter when, Ye Cha always managed to surprise her.
“Ye Cha, if you like it, I’ll take you to explore all sorts of wondrous places in the cultivation world when we have the chance. Places like the Savage Beast Lands, where myriad monsters roam, or the Myriad Woods Forest, home to rare plants. There’s also the Southern Barbarian Lands, filled with fierce Gu worms, where you can encounter mysterious Ghost Cultivators and buy enigmatic Gu worms with various effects, and…”
Seeing Ye Cha’s curious expression as he took in the surrounding scenery, Ke Qian immediately guessed that this was probably his first time leaving the Lingtian Sect.
Ye Cha was young, and before entering the Lingtian Sect, he likely hadn’t had many experiences.
In that case, the diverse landscapes of the cultivation world would surely capture his attention.
Thus, Ke Qian, like a strange aunt enticing a child, spoke endlessly about the peculiar places within the cultivation world, genuinely piquing Ye Cha’s interest.
Unlike the native cultivators of this world, Ye Cha had only transmigrated a few years ago. Although he had occasionally heard snippets of information from others, it was nothing compared to the detailed accounts he was hearing now.
It made Ye Cha yearn to personally visit those extraordinary places and truly experience the marvels of the cultivation world.
However, recalling his Heavenly Net Physique, he decided against it for now!
At least, he needed to resolve the issues with his Heavenly Net Physique before considering anything else.
“Are there Ghost Cultivators in the Southern Barbarian Lands?”
Upon hearing Ke Qian mention Ghost Cultivators, for some reason, Ye Cha suddenly recalled Zi Linglong, whom he had encountered during the sect’s inner competition.
Although Zi Linglong’s appearance was like a small pebble dropping into a vast ocean, quickly vanishing from sight.
Nonetheless, the ripples she created could not be erased, leaving a mark in Ye Cha’s memory.
Within the cultivation world, besides righteous cultivators and demonic cultivators, there were also special cultivators known as Ghost Cultivators. Strictly speaking, Ghost Cultivators also fell under the umbrella of unorthodox cultivation.
However, they specialized in Gu arts and insidious spells, making them even more sinister than typical demonic cultivators.
They were simply beyond the pale.
Neither the righteous nor the demonic factions wished to associate with Ghost Cultivators.
One wrong move, and one could end up as material for their puppets or food for their Gu worms.
Nevertheless, Ghost Cultivators’ Gu poisons were exceptional, coveted treasures by many.
This led to Ghost Cultivators, despite being in the resource-scarce Southern Barbarian Lands, earning immense wealth through their Gu worms. Many of them possessed outstanding strength.
For example, Zi Linglong…
“Yes, due to their unique nature, Ghost Cultivators find it inconvenient to travel elsewhere, so the Southern Barbarian Lands serve as their main base. You certainly wouldn’t have much contact with them in a righteous sect like Lingtian. However, our Ziyan Sect has a decent relationship with Ghost Cultivators, so I can take you to explore the Southern Barbarian Lands.”
Seeing Ye Cha’s interest in Ghost Cultivators, Ke Qian continued to speak.
However, the Ziyan Sect’s relationship with the Ghost Cultivators of the Southern Barbarian Lands was, at best, one of mutual non-interference, unlike the Ghost Cultivators’ disdain for the hypocrites of the righteous path, which often led to direct attacks.
If she were truly to take Ye Cha to the Southern Barbarian Lands, Ke Qian’s cultivation would need to return to its peak.
She would need to protect Ye Cha from any harm, ensuring not a single mishap occurred.
“Hmm, perhaps another time, when there’s an opportunity, you can take me.”
Ye Cha smiled at Ke Qian, not pressing for more information about Ghost Cultivators. Instead, he deftly changed the subject, beginning to inquire about other regions of the cultivation world.
The words Zi Linglong had spoken during the inner sect competition echoed clearly in his ears. Ye Cha wouldn’t dare go to Zi Linglong’s actual lair, not even if he were beaten to death.
That would truly be like an old man hanging himself—tired of living!
As Ke Qian continued to recount the various wonders of the cultivation world to Ye Cha, they failed to notice a purple figure moving swiftly beneath the flying sword, following them closely.
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