"That heretical entity was connected to the Ancient Cultivator Cave Abode?"
Chen Lin was startled by the Old Taoist Priest's words.
But doubt soon arose. "They've been exploring the Ancient Cultivator Cave Abode for so long, yet I've never heard of anything like this happening before. Besides, isn't there a Foundation Establishment Cultivator stationed there?"
Chen Lin had firsthand experience of what cultivators in the Foundation Establishment Realm could do. Yu Yuehai had only just advanced, yet dealing with Qi Condensation cultivators had been as easy for him as crushing ants.
Although that red shadow had been decidedly sinister, it was still nowhere near a Foundation Establishment Cultivator's level.
The Old Taoist shook his head again. "That's only my guess. We'd have to investigate to know the details. Since an expert from the Blazing Sun Sect is there, it's not for us to worry about."
Chen Lin nodded.
Indeed, with the Blazing Sun Sect around, such matters were hardly theirs to handle. All they needed to do was ensure their own safety.
While the two spoke, people from the Government Office arrived after hearing the news. Some of the victims' families had also rushed over, and mournful cries soon filled the air.
Chen Lin felt a pang of sorrow.
In a world like this, life was truly hard for mortals. Not only did they have to toil for food and clothing, but they also had to endure dangers that could strike at any moment.
After taking out a pill and swallowing it, the Old Taoist looked considerably more energetic and began directing the people from the Government Office.
The Five Directions Temple was a cultivator organization affiliated with the Imperial Court, with branches throughout the land. It was responsible for protecting each region, apprehending and killing demons and ghosts that