Mysterious Ultimate Skill

In the dense woods, Fang Wang carried Fang Hanyu on his back, with Zhou Xue leading the way. As for Zhou Xingshi, he had already been sent back to Taiyuan Sect by Zhou Xue.

Before leaving, Zhou Xue had a private talk with Zhou Xingshi. After their conversation, Fang Wang noticed that Zhou Xingshi had become anxious and uncertain, not even glancing at him as he departed.

"Come out, you've been following for long enough!"

Zhou Xue suddenly stopped and spoke.

Fang Wang wasn't surprised. He had sensed a presence following them several hours ago, but it was weak, so he hadn't paid it much mind.

A few breaths later, a large tree behind them rustled, and a figure in green descended. It was a green-robed girl wearing a fox mask.

Upon landing, she spoke, "I mean no harm. I just noticed you were heading towards my clan's territory, and I wanted to warn you, but I was afraid you were just passing through."

Hearing this, Fang Hanyu looked up, surprised and delighted, "Miss Qing, you're alive?"

The green-robed girl snorted, "Of course, I'm alive. But my clan suffered heavy losses, and we're all scattered. I got separated from them and fled towards our territory, only to run into you on the way."

Zhou Xue turned and scrutinized the green-robed girl, tutting in amazement. "The Mountain God Clan. No wonder a demonic creature saved Fang Hanyu. So that's it. The world is so chaotic now; cultivators don't even recognize Mountain Gods."

Upon hearing this, the green-robed girl stepped forward eagerly. "Sister, you know of our Mountain God Clan?"

"Yes. The world is vast, with countless mountains. Since ancient times, there have been Mountain Gods dwelling deep within the mountains. Although they share origins with demonic creatures, they have their own traditions. They can take human form earlier than beasts. The Mountain God Clan has kind hearts and considers it their duty to protect their lands. As humanity began to cultivate, they could no longer find traces of immortals or gods, and lost their reverence for the deities of heaven and earth. Though the Mountain God Clan has historical renown, in the eyes of cultivators, they are no different from demonic creatures. Their physical bodies are even considered potent medicines for cultivators."

Zhou Xue answered softly, explaining this for Fang Wang and Fang Hanyu.

Fang Hanyu couldn't help but turn his head towards the green-robed girl and ask, "Are you a demon?"

"What? Do you discriminate against demons?"

"But your friends, your clan members..."

"That's right, they were all demons. The little yellow bird that woke you up every day was a bird demon. It's dead now."

The green-robed girl's reply left Fang Hanyu silent.

Despite the heavy words spoken by the green-robed girl, it sounded as if she were joking, yet Fang Wang could feel her restraint.

"Since you are from the Mountain God Clan and you saved Fang Hanyu, you can travel with us for now. The place we are going is merely on the way to your clan's territory, not your actual territory. However, it can serve as a refuge for your clan in the future, as in the coming years, the major Demonic Path sects will relentlessly hunt down Mountain God Clans everywhere."

Zhou Xue spoke again, extending the invitation.

The green-robed girl nodded. Seeing this, Zhou Xue said no more and continued to lead the way.

Fang Wang, carrying Fang Hanyu, transmitted his voice, "When I killed Li Hongshuang, some cultivators from Green Cicada Valley escaped. Will that cause trouble for Fang Manor?"

The massacre of the Mountain God Clan made him worry about the Fang family again.

Zhou Xue replied via voice transmission, "As long as you didn't reveal your family name, even if Green Cicada Valley finds out, it will take time. Green Cicada Valley won't retaliate against a family for one disciple, but Li Hongshuang's Li family will. You don't need to worry; I have my ways."

Hearing that Zhou Xue had a plan, Fang Wang stopped fretting.

As they advanced, they encountered many demonic creatures and monsters along the way. Because the green-robed girl was with them, these creatures dared to approach, and gradually, their group grew larger.

Another two days passed.

They arrived before a majestic, colossal mountain. Looking up, they couldn't see its peak; it soared into the clouds, dominating an area of several miles. The surrounding mountain ranges were steep and undulating, with sparse trees, exuding an ancient, desolate aura.

Behind Zhou Xue and the other two followed a vast horde of beasts, numbering over a hundred. The largest among them was a wild boar, two zhang at the shoulder, with tusks a zhang long. Its black fur rippled like flames, appearing terrifying. Despite its fearsome appearance, it hadn't yet reached the level of a monster.

Zhou Xue walked directly to a mountain wall and ran her hands over it. Soon, she seemed to trigger a mechanism. The mountain wall trembled, revealing a fissure. Dust flew as a mountain gate was pushed outward, revealing a massive cave entrance five zhang high.

This mountain gate appeared small against the mountain face, but to Fang Wang and the others, it was like a skyscraper.

Fang Wang couldn't help but ask, "What is this place inside?"

Zhou Xue replied without turning her head, "Fifteen hundred years ago, a great cultivator from Jihao Sect secretly built a vast cave dwelling here, intending for his family to hide from enemies. It remained undiscovered until now. Perhaps he never had the chance to inform his family before he died. From now on, the Fang family will cultivate here and unite with the Mountain God Clan. I have named this cave dwelling Fang Realm."

Fang Wang suddenly understood. He had been wondering why Zhou Xue was so kind as to take in the Mountain God Clan.

It turned out she was planning for the Fang Manor!

Afterward, they entered the huge cave entrance. The green-robed girl and the beasts curiously observed the tunnel along the way, which was inlaid with various glowing crystals.

After walking about a hundred meters, a strong light appeared ahead.

Fang Wang stepped into the bright light. When he opened his eyes again, sunlight fell on his face. Everything before him moved him.

Blue sky, white clouds, the sun hanging high, and lush green grasslands surrounding a large lake. Mountains enclosed them on all sides, creating a veritable paradise, far removed from the mundane world.

"This is an array within Fang Realm, making you feel like you're in another world. In reality, this small world has boundaries and is not as vast as it appears. You all rest here. Do not go out, at least not for the next month. As for the Mountain God Clan, you cannot be wiped out. You can search for them again after the Demonic Path sects retreat."

Zhou Xue turned and said to the beasts, her gaze primarily on the green-robed girl.

The green-robed girl nodded. After experiencing so much fighting, she wasn't about to be reckless.

Fang Wang asked, "Will Green Cicada Valley leave after a month?"

"Yes. The inheritance of Jihao Sect will spread in another direction, drawing the major Demonic Path sects into a fierce competition, igniting years of bloodshed."

"But what about the Heavenly Dipper Sacred Body True Scripture?"

"Naturally not, but it's still a remarkable cultivation method. It will at least allow Green Cicada Valley to temporarily set aside the death of Li Hongshuang."

As they chatted, they walked towards a nearby mountain wall. Fang Wang gently placed Fang Hanyu down, then set down all the Storage Bags from his waist. "Check these when you have time. All of these are for you, to help the Fang family embark on the path of cultivation."

Zhou Xue didn't stand on ceremony, nodded, then took a small cauldron from one of the Storage Bags. Immediately, they saw her continuously throwing eyeballs into the cauldron.

That's right!

Eyeballs!

Fang Wang felt uncomfortable just looking at them and immediately walked away. He went to the lakeside and began to meditate, absorbing spiritual energy.

The green-robed girl then led the demonic creatures away to find places to rest. They were also tired; they had been living in constant fear these past few days and now just wanted a good night's sleep.

It wasn't until nightfall that Fang Hanyu suddenly let out a piercing scream that echoed through the night sky.

Fang Wang glanced back once, then withdrew his gaze and continued cultivating.

A month passed quickly.

Fang Hanyu could now meditate and absorb spiritual energy, but his eyes were still covered with white cloth, unable to tolerate light.

Inside the cave passage, Zhou Xue, after familiarizing Fang Wang with the various mechanisms within, said, "I have to leave. Wait until Fang Hanyu's eyes have fully condensed before you return to Taiyuan Sect."

Fang Wang was mentally prepared and asked, "Does Miss Qing want to find her clansmen, so you're letting her go?"

"Let her go. She grew up in the mountains and forests, so she shouldn't encounter any trouble. According to the timing, that cultivation method should have already spread, and Green Cicada Valley's attention will be drawn away. In short, after Fang Hanyu's eyes are healed, you can return to Taiyuan Sect on your own; you don't need to wait for me."

Zhou Xue nodded. She gave a few more instructions and finally left under Fang Wang's urging.

Watching Zhou Xue's retreating figure as she flew away on her sword, Fang Wang stood at the cave entrance for a long time before closing the mountain gate and returning to the lake in Fang Realm to continue cultivating.

His battle with Li Hongshuang made Fang Wang feel that his spiritual energy was insufficient. Just killing Li Hongshuang had consumed a lot of it. He had to improve his cultivation realm and reach the ninth level of the Spirit Sculpting Realm as soon as possible.

Fang Realm was peaceful. The demonic creatures hiding there were all quiet. They could now absorb Heaven and Earth Spiritual Energy and the essence of the sun and moon, so they no longer needed to eat.

It was worth mentioning that the sun and moon within this small world were real. A special formation allowed the sun and moon above the mountaintop to appear within the cave, with distinct day and night cycles that synchronized with the mortal world.

On the third day after Zhou Xue's departure, the green-robed girl could no longer wait. She left the cave world to search for her other clansmen.

Every three to four days, she would lead a group of demonic creatures from the Mountain God Clan. These members of the Mountain God Clan maintained human form, some with wolf-dog heads, others like eagles or vultures. They could speak human language. Fang Wang didn't interact much with them, instead letting Fang Hanyu handle them.

In the blink of an eye, another month passed.

One night.

Fang Wang was cultivating by the lake when Fang Hanyu, led by a demonic creature from the Mountain God Clan, came to his side. After the creature left, he remained hesitant and didn't speak for a long time.

"What is it?"

Fang Wang opened his eyes and asked helplessly.

After everything they had been through, Fang Hanyu was still the same, acting like a shy maiden.

Fang Hanyu gritted his teeth and said, "Fang Wang, my back feels very itchy, especially when I'm cultivating. Can you take a look for me?"

"Then sit down."

Fang Wang agreed, also worried about Fang Hanyu's discomfort.

Although Zhou Xue hadn't explained it clearly before she left, Fang Wang suspected she had implanted the Heart Severing Evil Eyes from Green Cicada Valley into Fang Hanyu. Since they were evil eyes, there might be side effects.

With Fang Wang's help, Fang Hanyu sat down, turned his back to him, and slowly removed his clothes.

Under the moonlight, Fang Hanyu's fair back was covered in dense, blood-red fine lines, making one's eyes blur.

"What is this..."

Fang Wang narrowed his eyes and examined them closely.

On Fang Hanyu's back was a cultivation method!

This cultivation method had no name, only a cultivation technique. But just by looking at the technique, it was clear it was a profound and advanced skill.

"Did Green Cicada Valley carve characters on your back?" Fang Wang asked, frowning.

Fang Hanyu shook his head and whispered, "No, but before, in the Jihao Sect's secret realm, something hit my back. I didn't pay much attention at the time..."