When Lu Xiaotian realized what had happened to this strange place, an unprecedented sense of danger welled up in his heart. Since there had been a first, there would naturally be a second. Even now, the aura of desolation around him didn't affect Lu Xiaotian much. However, he couldn't guarantee that he'd be able to deal with it after a few more rounds.
The changes in his surroundings forced Lu Xiaotian to once again search for a way out. He wandered back and forth for tens of thousands of kilometers, but the results were no different from before. The aura around him was even heavier than before.
While Lu Xiaotian was inwardly troubled, he discovered that someone else was in the same predicament as him. For example, he'd encountered a group of five ghouls led by Jiangchen, the descendant of the Corpse Ancestor.
"Those five found this place too?" Just as Lu Xiaotian thought he was hiding in the shadows, a sinister aura suddenly appeared behind him. Lu Xiaotian stiffened. When he finally reacted, he saw that Jiangchen's figure was gradually fading away.
"Interesting," said a hoarse voice from behind Lu Xiaotian. "A mere Arcane Immortal brat actually ran all the way here and dared hide behind me. What, do you want us to pave the way for you, then sit back and enjoy the fruits of your labor?"
Lu Xiaotian's body stiffened. An unprecedented chill caused Lu Xiaotian's back to break out in cold sweat. He'd only felt this coldness when facing those terrifying old freaks. For example, when Lu Xiaotian was still weak, he'd encountered Chihiro Yeh, the Origin Swordfiend, and the others. Rahu and the others in the Blood Abyss Cave.
It had been a long time since Lu Xiaotian had experienced the feeling of being completely powerless and like an ant right before his opponent's eyes. Not only was his opponent's cultivation base stronger than his, this feeling was all-encompassing. It was as if his opponent's soul, mind, and other aspects were not inferior to his. It was a kind of innate superiority.
Back when Lu Xiaotian had been an immortal, he'd encountered Zhao Qifeng and the others, who were true immortals. He hadn't felt this sense of dread.
"I originally thought that seniors were just Heavenly Immortal experts. I didn't expect that I would be mistaken." After the initial surprise, Lu Xiaotian quickly calmed down. If the other party was only a Heaven Immortal expert, it was almost impossible for them to discover him in such a strange environment. Unless the other party was an existence that had surpassed the Heavenly Immortal level. At this moment, Lu Xiaotian was completely unable to determine what kind of realm it was. Under such circumstances, even if he consulted the Primeval Sword Demon and the others, he would not have a good solution.
In all likelihood, Jiangchen wasn't any weaker than Black Dragon or the Origin Swordfiend at their peak. If Sovereign Heavenwolf had been at his peak, he might have been able to suppress Jiangchen, but that was only a possibility.
"You're only a Heavenly Immortal expert. Your cultivation level isn't high, but you sure talk big. I noticed you earlier, but I was busy. Although I was somewhat interested in you, I couldn't be bothered to deal with you. I didn't expect that instead of the two little dragons and the Celestial Court's team of Celestial Immortals, you would show up. Even Heavenly Immortals would be greatly suppressed in the Tiansang Wastelands. Those who cultivate the Absolute God Dharmic Robe or have other obscure divine abilities could avoid it. You, kid, haven't cultivated the Absolute God Dharmic Robe, yet you managed to block the Tiansang Wastelands' suppression of your Nascent Soul on your own. Truly impressive. "
Lu Xiaotian turned around. Wasn't this Jiangchen?
As for the other four ghouls, they'd already formed a semicircle around him.
"Back down, you good-for-nothings. It won't be easy for you to keep this kid here."
Jiangchen waved his hand, and the ghouls respectfully retreated to the side. A strange light flashed through Lu Xiaotian's eyes. At first, he'd assumed the ghouls were Jiangchen's allies. He hadn't expected them to completely obey him. However, when he considered Jiangchen's true strength, Lu Xiaotian felt it was only natural.
"You have many secrets, so I can ignore them. However, I've run into some trouble. If you can help me resolve it, I won't be interested in your affairs. Of course, if you can't play your part, the situation will be completely different. "
Jiangchen's tone brooked no refusal. Lu Xiaotian took a deep breath. He wasn't about to refuse. A wise man submits to circumstances. If he couldn't prove his worth to this old freak, it was entirely possible that he'd be slapped to death. Unless absolutely necessary, Lu Xiaotian wouldn't release Black Dragon.
"Senior," said Lu Xiaotian, "what do you want me to do?"
"The Underworld Withering Sea. That old bastard, the Underworld Blight Silkworm Lord, is actually still alive. He even extracted a jug of Nine Nether Weak Water and brought it to the Tiansang Wastelands. He used that jug of Nine Nether Weak Water as a foundation to create the Underworld Withering Sea. It's truly amazing. My strength is currently limited, so I won't be able to cross the Underworld Withering Sea without paying a sufficient price." Jiangchen's eyes were filled with respect as he spoke.
"Netherworld Weak Water? Is it really that powerful?" asked Lu Xiaotian, taken aback.
"Given your current cultivation, if you touch the Infernal Desiccation Sea, you won't be able to return to the surface, let alone Netherworld Weak Water. As for the Infernal Desiccation Sea's Netherworld Weak Water, it's enough to intimidate the Heavenly Court's golden immortals. Although it's inconvenient for the Infernal Blight Silkworm to act, as long as he's alive, the Heavenly Court's golden immortals won't dare act rashly. "
"How come I've heard of golden immortals who came to the Tiansang Wastelands in the past? They didn't seem to have suffered much." Lu Xiaotian was somewhat surprised. The Origin Swordfiend was an old monster. If there was such a powerful existence as the Infernal Blight Silkworm, why hadn't the Origin Swordfiend mentioned it to him?
However, with the appearance of an old monster like Jiangchen, Lu Xiaotian felt that things were a bit contradictory. Yan Ji's strength should be far above that of ordinary sky immortals, even if her strength was limited. Moreover, given her strength and knowledge, she shouldn't have needed to rely on him to obtain the Tears of Mulberry Spirits without sufficient deterrence. After all, he could explain why he'd asked for information about the Thunder Origin Immortal Pot. After all, he'd been able to contribute to that effort. However, he didn't know as much about the Tears of Mulberry Spirits as Yan Ji, and his strength was far inferior.
Yan Ji definitely knew about the Infernal Blight Silkworm, but she hadn't told him. Now that he thought about it, it made sense. After all, the difference in their cultivation levels was too great. It didn't seem to make any difference whether she told him or not.
From Jiangchen's words, it seemed that although the Infernal Blight Silkworm was powerful, he normally wouldn't attack. He wouldn't be disturbed by a mere arcane immortal like him. From this point of view, there was no point in talking too much about the twists and turns. As for the current predicament, Yan Ji and the Origin Swordfiend probably hadn't anticipated it.
"Whose orders did you follow? What's your goal?" asked Jiangchen.
"I'm not very clear about that senior's origins. I was just under his control. As for my goal, it's the Tears of Mulberry Spirits, "Lu Xiaotian said truthfully. He really didn't know much about Yan Ji, so he wasn't lying.
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