"In another month, there will be a once-in-a-decade monster tide in the Bloodthorn Demon Mountain. Many fierce monsters will appear during that time," Zhang Yiren said. "Although it's extremely dangerous, for us martial practitioners, it's also a rare opportunity. We can hunt down the monsters, obtain spiritual materials, and truly temper our cultivation."
Su Yi pondered for a moment and said, "A monster tide that occurs every ten years? There must be something unusual about it."
Chen Zheng immediately showed admiration and said, "Young Master Su has a keen eye. I have been stationed at the Bloodthorn Demon Mountain for nearly thirty years and have personally experienced two monster tides. After my own investigation, I discovered that there is indeed something mysterious about these tides."
Pausing for a moment, he continued, "Currently, all I know is that the origin of the monster tide is in a place deep within the Bloodthorn Demon Mountain called the 'Bai Zang Abyss.' When the monster tide erupts, various anomalies occur above the Bai Zang Abyss—thunderstorms, lightning, and countless divine rainbows shooting across the sky—it's quite a spectacle."
Su Yi was surprised and said, "So you mean that place either harbors extremely powerful demonic spirits or contains valuable treasures with spiritual connections, or it could be the remnants of an array formation."
Hearing this, Chen Zheng couldn't help but be moved, exclaiming, "I deduced this clue from studying numerous ancient texts, but I never expected Young Master Su to see through it with just a few words. It truly broadens my horizons."
Su Yi smiled and didn't say anything more.
In his previous life, he had ventured through countless secret realms and dangerous places. His experience was extremely rich, so how could he not know about this aspect?
However, the information provided by Chen Zheng did pique Su Yi's interest.
What he lacked most at the moment was real experience and combat. Otherwise, the bottleneck in his cultivation would be impossible to break through in a short period of time.
Undoubtedly, the Bloodthorn Demon Mountain was a good place for that.
Chen Zheng extended an invitation, saying, "If Young Master Su is interested, we can go together in a month."
Su Yi nodded and said, "If I have the free time, I would be interested in going."
Chen Zheng smiled and said, "Great, I will be waiting and ready to welcome Young Master Su's arrival!"
These matters were not concealed, and Blood Heng and his companions couldn't help but feel turbulent emotions, unable to calm themselves. They were becoming increasingly certain that Su Yi, whom they had looked down upon before, was an extraordinary figure.
Otherwise, how could the Martial Spirit Marquis personally invite him to go monster hunting together?
Suddenly, a timid voice sounded in Su Yi's ear, "Master, Wen'er has sensed it. The person who played the flute last night has come again and is approaching our direction!"
Su Yi narrowed his eyes and said, "Mr. Chen, it's highly likely that Weng Yunqi will come to our door very soon."
Chen Zheng asked, "Do you need my help?"
Su Yi shook his head and said, "No need."
Blood Heng and his companions exchanged glances, their gazes flickering uncertainly.
For a moment, everyone fell silent, waiting quietly.
Su Yi thought to himself, luckily martial practitioners still don't possess the power of divine consciousness. Otherwise, Weng Yunqi wouldn't even need to come closer to detect the strangeness in this courtyard.
Not long after, an old voice sounded from outside the courtyard, "Young master, I have obtained information. Your current residence has been targeted by some wicked individuals. If you are willing to hand over Qingwan, I can help you overcome this difficulty."
Weng Yunqi!
Just by hearing the voice, Blood Heng and his companions recognized the person's identity.
But what surprised them even more was that not only did Su Yi possess the Soul Nurturing Gourd, but he also obtained Qingwan!
"The door is not locked, come in and talk," Su Yi calmly spoke.
There was silence outside the courtyard.
After a moment.
The courtyard gate quietly opened a crack.
In that instant, Su Yi's figure flashed like lightning, rushing violently and landing on top of the surrounding wall.
"Not good!"
Weng Yunqi, dressed in worn-out linen clothes, had a slight change in his expression. He reacted quickly, turning around and attempting to escape.
Clang!
As Su Yi leaped down, his Xuan Sword was already unsheathed, slashing through the air.
The sword shadow was elusive and as fast as lightning, reaching an astonishing speed.
Clang!!!
Weng Yunqi produced a bronze mace in his hand and managed to block the attack. However, he was sent flying by the impact, his energy and blood churning, and his face changing.
Such a strong young man!
However, Weng Yunqi had extensive combat experience. Taking advantage of this counterforce, he suddenly accelerated and fled toward the alley.
But behind him, a trace of disdain appeared on Su Yi's lips.
With a thunderous roar from his mouth, "Duo!"
The sound contained the profound essence of the Great Void Soul Sword Art, as if a divine sword formed from an ancient sacred mountain, fiercely suppressing Weng Yunqi's soul.
Boom!
Weng Yunqi's soul was in excruciating pain, his vision darkening. He stumbled, almost falling to the ground. Just as he was about to struggle, a large hand gripped his neck.
"You're only at the Complete Qi Accumulation stage. If I wasn't worried about you escaping, you wouldn't be worthy of being suppressed by the power of the Great Void Soul Sword Art."
Su Yi's calm voice sounded in Weng Yunqi's ears as he struggled frantically, but to no avail. He slumped in resignation and said bitterly, "I never expected that a young man in the early Qi Accumulation stage would be so powerful..."
Su Yi exerted force with his palm and fingers, causing Weng Yunqi to immediately fall into a coma. Like a chick, he was lifted and brought back to the courtyard.
"This..."
Seeing Su Yi capture Weng Yunqi so quickly, Blood Heng and his companions felt a chill in their hearts, growing more uneasy.
"At the Complete Qi Accumulation stage? Such a character is truly unworthy in the face of Lord Su," Chen Zheng shook his head repeatedly.
Boom!
Su Yi threw Weng Yunqi to the ground, feeling considerably relieved.
Finally, he could find that Soul Jade.
But at that moment, he seemed to sense something and quickly raised his head.
On top of the surrounding wall stood a tall figure, white hair like snow, pure and elegant. Her exquisitely beautiful face was as cold as ice.
On her back, she carried a long sword, standing there like the Goddess of Guanghan who seemed to have appeared out of thin air, ethereal and peerless.
When she saw the situation in the courtyard, her eyebrows slightly furrowed, and she said, "This place is indeed filled with noxious fumes!"
Chen Zheng stood up and was somewhat surprised, "Elder Zhu Guqing of the Tianyuan Academy?"
The stunning woman with snow-white hair spoke coldly, "Mr. Chen, aren't you stationed at the Bloodthorn Demon Mountain? Why are you appearing here and sitting together with these sinister figures from the Yinsha Sect?"
Her words were devoid of politeness, even doubting that the Martial Spirit Marquis, Chen Zheng, was colluding with the Yinsha Sect!
At this moment, Su Yi's eyes flashed with a hint of surprise. So, this was the Master of Wen Lingzhao, Wen Lingzhao's teacher?
Her appearance was indeed exceptional, a rare beauty. It seemed that she also possessed innate bloodline talent; otherwise, her aura wouldn't be so icy.
Hmm, this temperament is somewhat similar to Wen Lingzhao's. No wonder she took Wen Lingzhao as her disciple...
"Elder Zhu, this is a misunderstanding," Zhang Yiren quickly explained. "My master and I came here to visit Lord Su. It just happened that we encountered these..."
Zhu Guqing coldly interrupted, "I have been observing from outside the alley. If you are not in cahoots with these wicked cultivators, why didn't you take action against them immediately? Instead, you've been conversing here all this time?"
Chen Zheng furrowed his eyebrows, showing some displeasure. He said, "I have fought on the battlefield for many years, contributing meritorious service to the Great Zhou Dynasty. I disdain to associate with such unscrupulous evil forces as the Yinsha Sect!"
"Proving this is simple. If you kill them right now, I'll believe you," Zhu Guqing said indifferently.
"Absurd! Why should I prove anything to you?" Chen Zheng sneered.
He was getting annoyed. It was normal for Zhu Guqing to have doubts, considering anyone would be skeptical witnessing such a scene.
But Zhu Guqing didn't listen to any explanations at all. Her attitude was forceful, as if she didn't regard him, a marquis, with any importance. How could Chen Zheng not be angry?
"Elder Zhu, could you come down from the wall first?" Su Yi frowned.
His humble abode was being lectured by someone standing on his own wall. Who would feel comfortable with that?
Zhu Guqing's clear eyes were as sharp as a sword. She glanced at him and said, "Just a wicked cultivator dares to be so arrogant. I'll kill you first later!"
With a single sentence, Zhu Guqing labeled Su Yi as a wicked cultivator from the Yinsha Sect.
This left Chen Zheng and Zhang Yiren speechless and exasperated. How could someone jump to conclusions without asking for the facts?
Su Yi found it amusing as well.
Clearly, Zhu Guqing had a preconceived notion in her mind. At this point, no matter how much he explained, it would be useless.
He didn't feel like explaining either.
On his own turf, someone broke in and started accusing and lecturing him. Was he supposed to explain the right and wrong of it all?
If he really did that, it would only make him, Su Yi, appear weak!
The Blood Heng Daoist, not far away, spoke coldly, "Lord Su, this woman is obviously looking for trouble. Why don't we join forces and kill her?"
His words caused the atmosphere to suddenly become silent.
"Yes, let's attack together and kill her!"
Chu Silang and Liu Xianglan seemed to understand and spoke up one after another.
But Su Yi looked at them with a cold gaze and said, "Trying to incite trouble and find an opportunity to escape? Then I can only say that you are seeking death."
Chen Zheng shook his head with a smile and said, "The wicked cultivators these days are getting bolder. They dare to provoke me. They clearly have no idea of their own mortality!"
"Mr. Chen, Lord Su, just a moment ago, we were talking and laughing together. Why do you deny knowing us as soon as someone discovers it?" Blood Heng Daoist sighed, looking disappointed as if he had been abandoned.
Clang!
On top of the wall, Zhu Guqing drew her sword from its sheath, and her aura surged through the empty space.
In that instant, it felt as if a cold stream surged forward, covering the sky and earth, chilling to the bone.
"What more is there to explain?" Zhu Guqing's words grew even colder.
One had to admit that she was fearless, even when facing such a situation alone.
Chen Zheng snorted coldly and said, "Then let's settle it with a fight!"
But Su Yi waved his hand and said calmly, "This is my territory, and you are guests. Let me, as the host, handle this small matter."
Chen Zheng's eyes narrowed slightly, then he smiled and said, "Alright, I'll watch this door for Lord Su. No one will be able to leave, no matter who they are!"
He was also curious about how Su Yi had defeated Mu Cangtu back then. Now he had the opportunity to witness it firsthand.
"Attack!" Blood Heng Daoist suddenly shouted.
As soon as his voice rang out, he violently waved his robe sleeve.
Whoosh!
Countless black insect shadows surged out like a tide, filling the sky.