71: The third stage of the hidden mission begins

Song Ming's eyes narrowed, knowing that the golden wolf jade talisman he wore had exposed his identity.

However, the expression on his face remained unchanged.

The number of people from Jin Yang Cave was not enough to even fill his teeth.

Moreover, these people couldn't give him experience points, so Song Ming had no interest in making a move.

Of course, this was assuming the people from Jin Yang Cave didn't cause trouble.

"I am Song Ming, an Inspector of the Great Qian Demon Slayer Division. Your Excellency, why do you block me?" Song Ming said calmly.

The young man was slightly surprised by his words.

When did Great Qian get a new Inspector, and one who looked so young?

Could he have risen through connections?

"Haha, it seems Great Qian is truly desperate, letting just anyone become an Inspector. Wouldn't you agree, Li Yan!"

The young Cultivator turned and looked mockingly at the middle-aged man at the head of the group, who also wore a golden wolf jade talisman at his waist.

Li Yan glanced at Song Ming, feeling a bit surprised himself.

However, he didn't show it on his face.

Although he had never met this person and didn't know his specific strength.

But since he possessed a golden wolf jade talisman granted by the Martial Temple, he must be someone of extraordinary talent.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have caught the eye of those old fogeys.

Regardless, he couldn't let this person take risks with them.

Although their philosophies differed from those in the Martial Temple, when it came to matters concerning Great Qian, they wouldn't engage in internal strife.

"Great Qian only has one proper Inspector, and I don't recognize this young man. That golden wolf jade talisman might be a fake!" Li Yan said coldly.

The young Cultivator scrutinized Song Ming from head to toe, then said, "Heh, a fake? Doesn't look like it!"

At this moment, the middle-aged man with the Immortal-like demeanor at the very front finally spoke, "Since he's from Great Qian, perfect, join the team!"

Li Yan's expression immediately changed upon hearing this.

He stepped forward and said, "True Lord Qingfeng, no, this person might just be an imposter. It's impossible for Great Qian to let such a young man serve as an Inspector."

The middle-aged man, called True Lord Qingfeng, gave him a faint glance.

Li Yan immediately felt a terrifying pressure assault him, making his entire body feel as if it were being pricked by needles.

But even so, he bravely said, "This might just be a misunderstanding! What combat power could an imposter have? I think the main objective is important; let's not waste time!"

"Haha, Li Yan, are you feeling guilty? Or are you saying that Great Qian is tired of being a dog and won't even listen to its master anymore?"

The young Cultivator mocked without reservation.

"You..."

The Grandmasters of Great Qian clenched their fists, glaring fiercely at the young Cultivator who had just spoken.

The young Cultivator snorted, "What, planning a rebellion?"

"Enough, don't forget the purpose of our trip!" Li Yan said with a grim face, addressing his subordinates.

Seeing this, the young Cultivator became even more arrogant.

Then, he looked at True Lord Qingfeng with a somewhat fawning expression, "Elder Li, then this person..."

Li Qingfeng nodded.

"See? It doesn't matter whether you're an Inspector of Great Qian or not. As long as you're from Great Qian, you're under our command. Hurry up, join the team!"

The young Cultivator shouted at Song Ming.

Song Ming gave the man an indifferent glance, then said, "Where to?"

"We'll tell you where to go when we want to. Why ask so many questions?" the young Cultivator said impatiently.

Then, the group set off again, heading out of town.

Li Yan sighed, giving Song Ming a helpless look, then gestured with his eyes for him to follow.

To be recognized by the Martial Temple at such a young age and become Great Qian's new Inspector.

Li Yan believed this young man's talent must be extraordinary.

But his character still needed refinement; he was too rash.

Now, he'd encountered Cultivators from Jin Yang Cave and been forcibly conscripted.

"What are those old fogeys in the Martial Temple doing? Such a young Inspector should be secretly nurtured within the Martial Temple, not allowed to wander around. It's infuriating!"

Li Yan cursed inwardly.

Song Ming glanced at the direction the team was heading, judging that they were probably going towards the Immortal Sect Ruins.

Perfect, it aligned with his own goal.

Since that was the case, he didn't immediately make a move.

Instead, he chose to follow behind Li Yan.

These people had entered the Immortal Sect Ruins multiple times, so they were likely quite familiar with its interior.

Following them could save him some time.

Along the way, through a conversation with Li Yan, he also learned the destination of their current operation.

A newly discovered Immortal Cave Abode.

It was a fragment of a map Li Qingfeng had accidentally obtained, depicting the location of the Immortal Cave Abode.

It was quite hidden.

No one had ever discovered it before.

Now, they were heading there to enter and search for any resources that might exist within.

An hour later.

The group arrived at the entrance of the Immortal Cave Abode.

Seeing everyone stop, Song Ming looked up but didn't see any sign of a cave abode or ruins.

This place was just a barren plain; where was the Immortal Cave Abode?

As if sensing the confusion in Song Ming's eyes, Li Yan explained, "Immortal Cave Abodes are often concealed by Formations, or simply built within a small Secret Realm.

Unless you break the Formation or open the Secret Realm entrance, no one can get in!"

Song Ming nodded.

A moment later, Li Qingfeng cast a spell to open a naturally existing gap in the Secret Realm.

An entrance formed by a black Qi vortex appeared before everyone.

Li Qingfeng then looked at Li Yan and the others.

The latter sighed, "I'll go in first. If it's safe, then you can follow!"

He then went to the entrance and immediately stepped inside.

Seeing that nothing unexpected happened, the two young Cultivators from Jin Yang Cave smiled.

One stayed to guard the entrance.

The other followed Li Qingfeng inside.

Song Ming was the last to enter. He was also very curious about what this so-called Immortal Cave Abode looked like.

The moment he stepped into the black Qi vortex.

A mission prompt suddenly appeared before his eyes.

[You have entered the Immortal Sect Ruins]

[Hidden Quest (Immortal Sect Secret) Stage 3 is about to begin]

[Do you wish to start?]

Song Ming nodded without hesitation.

[Hidden Quest (Immortal Sect Secret) Stage 3, Thousand Demon Cave]

[Quest Description: Why do those Great Demons occupy the most central location of the Immortal Sect Ruins, enjoying the richest resources within the ruins? What kind of secret is hidden there?]

[Quest Requirement: Infiltrate the Thousand Demon Cave and explore its deepest secret]

Song Ming glanced at the quest description and requirements, then accepted this hidden quest again.

As for the quest's mention of infiltrating the Thousand Demon Cave, Song Ming had no such intention at all.

For him, the demons in the Thousand Demon Cave were just a matter of using one skill.

Why bother with the elaborate infiltration?

That would just be a waste of his time.