South Pass Experts Gather, Water Lord Guangyuan Makes His Move

Three Mountains Valley.

Sword light flashed in the sky, and three figures fell out.

They were all disheveled and looked rather embarrassed. Their faces showed surprise and uncertainty, and their eyes were full of anger.

Gongyang Yu gritted his teeth and roared, "That Daoist Tianxin is despicable! The dignified Sword Venerable Tianxin left behind an empty tomb to mock us juniors. He has truly disgraced the Qi Refining of Immortal Qin!"

They came full of enthusiasm.

Following the trail of ruins, they entered more easily, only to find themselves disappointed—

Inside the ruins cave abode, apart from the gradually dissipating sharp Sword Qi and the sword formations on the verge of collapse, there was nothing else.

No lineage.

There are no treasures.

He entered the temple empty-handed; no wonder Gongyang Yu was furious.

Bai Ziyue's face showed a mixture of anger and suspicion as he frowned and said, "Perhaps someone beat me to it."

"First come, first served?!"

Gongyang Yu laughed in anger, "Although the outer array is not completely intact, it is only slightly dilapidated. But to enter the ruins cave abode without touching the array, and to take away all the inheritance and treasures without disturbing the arrays inside, I'm afraid even Fourth Realm expert would find it difficult."

"In the South Pass Circuit, and even in the Qi Kingdom, if we're talking about the strongest mastery of formations, it has to be my Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace. And our Patriarch Ziyang's ability to create formations with a single thought is the most formidable. But without the Sword Token in hand, who could possibly find this place?"

Gongyang Yu preferred to believe that Daoist Tianxin was playing a trick on his juniors rather than believe that anyone could get there first.

Bai Ziyue lowered his eyes and remained silent.

In his mind, the figures of Gongyang Yu and Zhu Xuanji kept flashing by.

Bai Ziyue didn't believe that someone had gotten there first.

To say that the renowned Immortal Qin Qi Refining, Sword Venerable Tianxin, was playing tricks on his juniors is utterly absurd.

So.

The third scenario is highly probable.

On the side.

Zhu Xuanji remained silent throughout.

Seeing this, Gongyang Yu also fell silent.

The atmosphere became somewhat awkward for a moment.

But only for a short while.

Zhu Xuanji frowned slightly and said in a deep voice, "This place is not suitable for us to stay any longer. We should discuss the matter of the ruins cave abode after we leave this place."

Bai Ziyue and Gongyang Yu exchanged a glance, each with their own thoughts, but both nodded.

Although this treasure hunt was completely haphazard, and they themselves obtained no treasures or inheritances, if they were cornered, no matter how many mouths they spoke, they would find it difficult to refute the claims.

It's best to flee far away.

However.

As the light of escape began, countless divine rays descended upon the heavens and earth, severing all paths in all directions. Within the divine light, a magnificent, resounding voice echoed—

"Why have you three fellow Daoists come all this way to Yuan Lake? What brings you here in such a hurry?"

The three streaks of light were immediately blocked, revealing Bai Ziyue and his two companions, their brows furrowed and their faces showing displeasure.

"Who dares to block my way?!"

Gongyang Yu was extremely angry and roared.

Look out at the sky.

Then a young man and a young woman came arm in arm.

The young man wore a feathered crown, a blue dragon robe, and gold-embroidered boots; he was indeed handsome and dignified.

The young woman had a beautiful face and wore a neat white dress that flowed gracefully, revealing her beautiful figure. A sword was tied at her waist, and her long hair was tied up, making her look like a refined gentleman in a turbulent world.

Behind the two, there was another swordsman in white, and two fierce generals.

It was none other than the group from the Yuan Lake Water Palace, led by Yuan Lake Water Lord Guangyuan and Min River Dragon Palace Little Dragon Girl Ao Le.

The one who spoke just now was Yuan Lake Water Lord.

"So it was the Yuan Lake Water Lord."

"I have long admired your name."

The three were stopped, especially after seeing the white-clad swordsman behind Lu Qingfeng, they knew that it would be difficult to leave easily today. So they stopped. Bai Ziyue laughed loudly at Lu Qingfeng, showing no trace of his previous disheveled, confused, and uncertain expression.

"The Five-Sword True Person".

"True Person Xuanji".

"True Person Fubo".

"I have long admired your three esteemed names."

Lu Qingfeng landed on the horizon, gazing at Bai Ziyue and the other two from afar, and spoke loudly.

The three people in front of him all came from the Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace, one of the two great immortal sects in the Qi Kingdom. Each of them had a considerable reputation, having been famous for much longer than Lu Qingfeng, and their fame was also far beyond what Lu Qingfeng could match.

Bai Ziyue, known as the "Five-Sword True Person," wields five swords and can set up the "Five-Elements Rotating Sword Formation" with a flick of his finger. He has never been defeated in the past five hundred years.

For example, Zhu Xuanji, known as "True Person Xuanji," not only could predict the secrets of heaven, but also mastered obscure and difficult-to-understand incantations and tricks, making it easy for him to anticipate the enemy's moves and kill them invisibly.

Finally, Gongyang Yu was equally remarkable, a renowned genius in the Qi Kingdom, skilled in both Nature Dao and spiritual cultivation, reaching the Third Realm in both. Although his cultivation speed couldn't match Lu Qingfeng's, his reputation as a genius in the Qi Kingdom was no less than Lu Qingfeng's.

In his early years, he served in the military as the "General Fubo". Although he was no longer in the military, he was known as the "True Person Fubo".

The three of them gathered together.

Within the territory of the Qi Kingdom, wherever he went, the surrounding land would tremble.

"Let's not bother with polite formalities."

Guangyuan.

"Why are you coming here so aggressively, blocking the way for the three of us fellow disciples?"

Gongyang Yu was already angry, and being blocked by this not-so-good-sounding Yuan Lake Water Lord only fueled his anger, and he showed no respect to Lu Qingfeng.

"How dare you!"

"How dare you be so disrespectful, you brat!"

Before Lu Qingfeng could speak, Lan Feihu stepped forward from behind, holding a golden staff, his mouth open revealing fangs, his voice as loud as thunder.

"As expected of those who criticize Mao and wear feathers, they have no manners."

Gongyang Yu glanced at Lan Feihu, immediately recognizing his true form, and didn't even bother to look at him properly.

Truly arrogant.

"I'm so angry!"

No sooner had Gongyang Yu finished speaking than Lan Feihu was enraged, his spirit leaping in his throat, and he was about to retort—

"What arrogance!"

Rumble!

A streak of fire appeared from beyond the sky, its sound preceding the person, landing on one side of the horizon. Lan Feihu stopped and looked at the person.

Lu Qingfeng also looked over and immediately smiled, "So it's Brother Zhu Zhi."

The newcomer was dressed in a fiery red robe and wore a phoenix crown. He was Rogue Person Nature Dao the South Pass Circuit, said to Attainment of the Dao from a pheasant in the Demon Marshes, and possessed astonishing fire magic.

Gongyang Yu denounced Lan Feihu as a "people who criticize Mao and wear feathers," but he also included this Daoist Vermilion Pheasant in his insults.

"This humble Daoist has met the Yuan Lake Water Lord."

Daoist Vermilion Pheasant and Gongyang Yu showed no good looks, but bowed and greeted Lu Qingfeng with proper etiquette.

Gongyang Yu stared at Daoist Vermilion Pheasant without fear, and sneered, "So it's you, the infamous Daoist Fire Chicken, who couldn't make it in the Demon Marshes."

This is utterly shameless and a direct slap in the face.

With his own considerable cultivation and the backing of the Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace, he was not afraid of anyone present, not even Lu Qingfeng and Ao Le.

Not to mention the rootless, floating herb Daoist Vermilion Pheasant.

"What a wretched child!"

Daoist Vermilion Pheasant could not tolerate such humiliation. He disregarded Gongyang Yu's background and unleashed a storm of flames to engulf Gongyang Yu.

"Good timing!"

Gongyang Yu was not afraid. He gripped his sword with his right hand and Hand Seals with his left. A sword light shot out and went straight into the flames.

Boom!

The next moment.

The flames dissipated, and the sword light soared into the air—it was a spiritual flying sword.

They parted at the slightest touch, with no clear winner or loser.

Both were furious and wanted to fight again.

A clear, resonant sound came from the west—

"Brother Zhu Zhi, please hold your hand."

Gongyang Yu frowned, and Daoist Vermilion Pheasant also stopped what he was doing and looked to the west.

Three streaks of light suddenly appeared and swept in at the same time.

One of them, solemn and dignified, walked slowly as a golden road stretched out in the void.

"The City God of South Pass Circuit, Lord Wenshan."

The other person, dressed in armor and wielding Dao Soldiers, had a middle-aged appearance that exuded an aura of battle and killing.

"Pei Zhi, the military governor of South Pass Circuit."

The last person, dressed in a plain white robe and wearing a turban, exuded a dignified and upright air amidst his refined and approachable demeanor.

"Gan Zi'ang, Inspector of the South Pass Circuit".

Lu Qingfeng glanced at them and immediately recognized them as the three top figures in the South Pass Circuit who were in charge of the divine, military, and political affairs.

In terms of both personal strength and the power he wields, he is no less than the Yuan Lake Water Lord.

"This is going to be interesting."

Lu Qingfeng whispered a smile to Ao Le beside him.

Ao Le placed one hand on the sword at her waist, her face serious, silently guarding her surroundings. Listening to Lu Qingfeng speak to her, her tension eased considerably, though her right hand remained on the hilt of her sword.

Just like a hundred years ago.

When Lu Qingfeng first arrived at Yuan Lake, he was usually guarded on both sides.

"Be careful, my husband."

"These people are very strong."

Ao Le reminded him in a low voice.

"That's good."

Lu Qingfeng smiled and agreed, showing no fear. With his current cultivation level, no one present could match him in a one-on-one fight.

Not to mention that Luofuzi was on guard behind them.

With the arrival of the City God, the Military Governor, and the Inspector of South Pass Circuit, Daoist Vermilion Pheasant and Gongyang Yu suppressed their anger and stopped fighting.

In a short time.

The parties on the field are locked in a standoff.

The group led by Lu Qingfeng from the Yuan Lake Water Palace included Ao Le, Luofuzi, Lan Feihu, and Yuan Bi.

Daoist Vermilion Pheasant was alone and at odds with all sides, but he was somewhat inclined to align himself with Lu Qingfeng.

This is truly remarkable.

Knowing that Lu Qingfeng belonged to the Min River Dragon Palace lineage, they had no prejudice against those who came from the lineage of spirits and demons. In fact, there were many spirits and demons serving in the Min River Dragon Palace and the Yuan Lake Water Palace.

Characters like Lan Feihu and Yuan Bi were both born from exotic beasts.

Daoist Vermilion Pheasant realized that he was weak and alone, and was not welcomed by the immortal sects or the imperial court, so he could only rely on the Yuan Lake Water Palace.

Besides.

The three strongest figures in the South Pass Circuit are on one side, yet they are clearly distinct from one another.

In the South Pass Circuit, the military governor Pei Zhi came from the "Nine Luminaries Extreme Fire Sect," one of the two top immortal sects in the Qi Kingdom. Although both he and the "Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace" were orthodox immortal sects, there was still considerable friction between them.

Gan Zi'ang, the Inspector of the South Pass Circuit, was a favorite student of Zhuge Yan, the Prime Minister of the Qi Kingdom. Zhuge Yan also had a deep connection with the Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace. Given this relationship, the relationship between Gan Zi'ang and Pei Zhi was naturally delicate.

Needless to say.

Pei Zhi was in charge of all military affairs in the South Pass Circuit, and commanded the troops of all prefectures and counties in the South Pass Circuit. Gan Zi'ang was in charge of all political affairs, including civil affairs and finances.

There have been quite a few frictions between them.

However, the City God of South Pass Circuit, of humble origins, had no connection with the Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace or Nine Luminaries Extreme Fire Sect. He stood in the middle, in charge of Divine Path, serving as a buffer.

Seriously speaking.

Although Gan Zi'ang was the Inspector of the South Pass Circuit, he was actually more familiar and closer to Bai Ziyue, Zhu Xuanji, and Gongyang Yu.

"I have met Magistrate Gan."

Upon seeing Gan Zi'ang, Bai Ziyue and the other two hurriedly stepped forward to greet him.

Although the four were roughly equal in strength, Gan Zi'ang, as an administrative official, held a position that was significantly higher than the three Bai.

Gan Zi'ang looked at the three of them, then at Lu Qingfeng in the distance, and transmitted his voice to them without changing his expression, "What happened? How did you end up confronting the Yuan Lake Water Palace and Daoist Vermilion Pheasant?"

Bai Ziyue and the other two exchanged glances, but Gongyang Yu was the first to respond.

At this moment.

Someone else came—

"What a lively scene."

"The South Gate area hasn't been this lively in a long time, how could it be without us two brothers!"

A sound like the roar of a dragon and the howl of a tiger resounded through the void. Immediately afterwards, a mountain seemed to break through the void in the distance, smashing straight down to the top of the mountain, causing the mountain peak to sink dozens of feet.

Amidst billowing smoke, a figure emerged—a burly man, three zhang tall, with broad shoulders and a powerful build. He wielded two Mountain-Breaking Hammer, exuding undeniable ferocity.

Beside this person, a wisp of Azure Smoke transformed into a handsome young man with delicate features. His eyes gleamed with a cold, predatory light.

"Bear-Wolf Mountain—— "

"The Flying Bear Demon".

"The Great Demon of Azure Smoke".

Lu Qingfeng looked up, his smile widening.

Now.

The masters from all four South Pass Circuit have finally arrived.

With a slightly darkened gaze, Lu Qingfeng bowed slightly to the four directions and said loudly, "The three Daoist brothers from the Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace have sneaked into the territory under my jurisdiction of Yuan Lake and stolen the treasures of my Yuan Lake Water Palace. This matter requires an explanation from me, and I ask that you all be witnesses and not interfere."

Yuan Lake Water Lord.

Take the initiative!