465: Chapter 465 The Fourth Fragment

"Peak Master Chen!"

Gu Yunshen and the others snapped back to their senses and hurriedly cupped their hands in greeting.

Dongfang Li couldn't suppress her curiosity and asked tentatively, "Peak Master Chen, how did you suddenly arrive here? I wonder what kind of Immortal technique this is; it's simply inconceivable."

It's just a little bit of cheating; no need to make a fuss.

Chen Xuan's gaze swept over the three of them. With a calm expression, he waved his hand dismissively in a very pretentious manner. "It's just some minor tricks not worth mentioning."

Beside him, Gu Yunshen and Pavilion Master Shen exchanged a glance, but their hearts were surging with waves of shock.

"It seems Peak Master Chen did not leave through that Secret Realm exit."

Gu Yunshen said with a solemn expression, "If you had truly come out from that exit, I'm afraid you would be facing grave danger right now."

Chen Xuan raised an eyebrow and looked at everyone. "Oh? What happened at the Secret Realm exit?"

At the mention of this, Dongfang Li's expression changed slightly, and she explained with lingering fear:

"That Secret Realm exit had long been secretly set up with a peerless array, forcibly connecting it to the heart of the Yao Race territory—the interior of Heavenly Demon Mountain! Two Yao Venerables had already led tens of thousands of Yao troops to wait there, just waiting for the prey to fall into their trap."

"Han Chen of the Ten Thousand Formations Sect, Ruan Chuan of the Qingxiao Sword Sect... many experts from various forces all perished there."

She paused, her eyes turning toward Yun Xuanxuan. "Speaking of which, if it weren't for Miss Xuanxuan's quick thinking, we probably wouldn't have escaped today and would have already become dead souls at the hands of those monsters."

Chen Xuan clicked his tongue twice, looking thoughtful. "So that's how it is."

"Not only were there three Yao Venerables playfully hunting everyone inside the Secret Realm, but an array was even set up at the exit. No wonder Great Love Immortal Venerable publicly disclosed information about the guixu immortal ferry boat during the previous discussion. Thinking back now, it was planned all along."

Hearing this, Gu Yunshen's eyes lit up, and he couldn't help but praise:

"Peak Master Chen is indeed exceptionally brilliant! We only just figured out the twists and turns of this matter and were planning to inform Revered Master of this shocking conspiracy. I didn't expect you to see through the truth at a glance!"

While talking, the group arrived at the mountain gate of the Tiangong Pavilion Sect.

Disciples had already reported their arrival, and a woman dressed in a flowing, patterned cloud brocade skirt with an elegant and noble temperament walked out quickly to greet them. She was the Revered Master of Tiangong Pavilion, Heavenly Venerable Mogong.

She was stunned for a moment when she looked at Chen Xuan, then immediately gave a slight smile:

"Sect Master Chen's presence is an honor. Please forgive me for not greeting you sooner!"

Heavenly Venerable Mogong warmly welcomed everyone into the Sect Main Hall and served tea. However, when she spoke the address, Dongfang Li and the other two, who were holding their teacups, trembled, and the tea almost splashed out.

"Sect Master... Sect Master Chen?!"

Dongfang Li whipped her head around, looking at her Revered Master in disbelief, and then at the calm Chen Xuan.

In an instant, countless fragments flooded her mind, piecing together a truth that left her heart racing.

It turned out that this Sect Master of the Dao Seeking Sect had hidden his identity from the very beginning, calmly playing the role of an angler among their group.

Then she thought of the Desolate Night Wolf Venerable, who had been killed by thunderous means earlier...

Hiss...

Dongfang Li couldn't help but gasp. She subconsciously squeezed her legs together, her eyes stealing glances at the Man in White Robes beside her from time to time, her gaze filled with an indescribable sense of awe.

Gu Yunshen and the other person also took a moment to snap back to their senses, their expressions filled with shock.

Just then, a gentle voice quietly echoed in Dongfang Li's mind: "Miss Dongfang, you have the fragment of the hunxu jade on you now, don't you? Can we make a deal—you give me the fragment, and I will give you corresponding compensation, promising you a volume of a God-Tier Divine Ability."

Dongfang Li's body stiffened, and she pursed her somewhat dry lips.

She didn't hesitate for a moment, and her attitude finally became respectful as she clearly called out:

"Senior Chen... those words are too heavy."

"In a moment, I will hand that fragment over to Senior Chen. As for compensation... Senior and Miss Xuanxuan saved us twice, which is a grace as great as giving us a new life. How could we need any compensation? This item is what Senior deserves."

Seeing Dongfang Li's cautious and respectful appearance.

Chen Xuan felt somewhat helpless. When did it start? A pathetic, thick barrier had already formed between the two of them.

"No need to worry, I naturally won't treat Miss Dongfang poorly. I will certainly deliver a volume of a God-Tier Divine Ability in the future."

At this time, Heavenly Venerable Mogong, having finished the small talk, withdrew her smile and spoke with a solemn expression:

"Sect Master Chen, since that 'Great Love Immortal Venerable' has ill intentions and has long since become a slave of the Yao Race, intending to cause chaos in the world, I plan to immediately lead the elites of Tiangong Pavilion to the waters of the Heavenly Tribulation Continent to publicly expose his disguise. I wonder what Sect Master Chen's plans are?"

Chen Xuan picked up his teacup and gently blew on the foam. The spiritual tea entered his mouth, initially a bit astringent, then a hint of refreshing sweetness emerged.

However, it still wasn't as satisfying as drinking wine.

"This matter is of great importance. Relying solely on Tiangong Pavilion might be a bit insufficient." He put down his teacup and said calmly, "You might as well try to join forces with Medicine Venerable. With two great Sects coming forward together, the credibility will be much higher."

He had done that Medicine Venerable Ru Chang a big favor; he only needed to send a message to obtain his assistance.

Moreover, he held the answer that the other had always been pursuing.

Chen Xuan looked into the distance, his voice as calm as water. "As for me, I still have some urgent Sect matters to attend to, so I will head back to the Sect first to oversee things."

...

From Tiangong Pavilion's treasury, Chen Xuan carefully selected several top-quality Mechanical Beasts with outstanding appearance and high cost-performance. Only then did he take Xuanxuan and turn into a streak of light, racing straight toward his own Sect.

Now that the fourth fragment of the hunxu jade has also been successfully obtained, it's time to send a message to that Medicine Venerable.

And he also had to make a deal with that old schemer Number Four. He'd see whether the lives of his four Disciples were more important, or if this fragment of the hunxu jade was more useful.

In just a moment, the mountain gate of Dao Seeking Sect was in sight.

Chen Xuan's figure flickered as he restrained his aura and landed on the square in front of the Sect Main Hall.

As soon as he landed, a beautiful figure came forward to meet him like a swallow returning to the woods.

The newcomer was Qi Yue. She was dressed in a blue and white ruqun, the hem of her skirt swaying gently in the wind, like a green lotus blooming in a secluded valley, elegant and refined, yet with a touch of moving charm.

"Sect Master!"

Qi Yue's beautiful eyes were bright as she bowed respectfully.

Chen Xuan nodded slightly and asked casually with a calm expression, "Mhm. Has anything unusual happened in the Sect during this past month?"

The three of them talked as they headed inside the Sect Main Hall.

Qi Yue had a serious expression as she reported concisely:

"Reporting to the Sect Master, indeed there has. Half a month ago, the Wansheng Dao Court sent people to our door with ill intentions, wanting to eliminate our Dao Seeking Sect. Fortunately, the Mountain-Protecting Array's power is unparalleled, and it instantly killed everyone from the Wansheng Dao Court."

"Wansheng Dao Court?"

Hearing this, Chen Xuan's footsteps paused slightly, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

Before this, he had always thought that the Wansheng Dao Court was targeting him purely because Elder Li had lost a bet and couldn't let go of losing Face. But since learning about the past of that "Great Love Immortal Venerable" and glimpsing the tragedy and pity behind him, Chen Xuan's thoughts couldn't help but wander.

Chen Xuan couldn't help but replay the bet that day at the Wansheng Dao Court in his mind.

The entire Yuling Valley Sect was controlled by Slave Seals, and the same was true for that Great Love Immortal Venerable.

Could it be...

Chen Xuan narrowed his eyes, his gaze deep.

Could it be that slutty fox Number Eight, after our Dao Seeking Sect ruined the plans of her Rain God Sect, sent out a sacrificial pawn to test the depth of our Dao Seeking Sect?