A Journey into the Desert

Three days have quietly passed.

Above the main hall of the Poison Sect, the black mist reappeared before Xiao Yi Xian.

"Three days have passed. What's your decision?" A deep voice came from within the black mist.

Xiao Yi Xian stared at him and asked coldly, "Who exactly are you? What is your purpose in seeking cooperation with me?"

A hoarse, unpleasant laugh echoed from within the black mist, followed by a sinister sneer, "Where I come from is none of your concern. All you need to know is that on this continent, only we can resolve the trouble that's plaguing you!"

"Cooperation is a win-win situation. You only need to destroy the Jia Ma Empire; you don't need to know anything else!"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yi Xian sneered inwardly, thinking, "They think they can fool me with just the information that they know how to deal with the Woeful Poison Body? If they're so capable, can't they see that my Woeful Poison Body is already under control?"

However, over the years, Xiao Yi Xian had witnessed the true colors of many people and learned how to hide her emotions. She pretended to be very interested and asked, "If that's the case, why don't you choose to cooperate with the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate?"

The black mist sneered, "Cooperating with the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate is unreliable. I have what you need. Only then can you truly cooperate with me, and I won't need to worry about our partnership!"

"Heh, it seems you have a very thorough understanding of the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate!" Xiao Yi Xian said with a sneer.

However, after a moment of silence, Xiao Yi Xian still said, "Cooperation is possible, but I think it's simply impossible for our Poison Sect to do it alone. Moreover, now the Imperial Family and the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate have joined forces to attack our Poison Sect. You must help our Poison Sect resolve this situation!"

The black mist chuckled and said, "Alright, someone will come to the Poison Sect tomorrow to discuss the specifics with you. I'll take care of the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate and the Chuyun Imperial Family for you!"

After he finished speaking, the black mist gradually dissipated and disappeared.

Not long after the black mist dissipated, an old man led several elders slowly into the main hall. The old man wore a light green robe, but what was most striking was that a jet-black centipede was painted on his aged face. As the wrinkles on his face trembled slowly, the jet-black centipede seemed to be alive, and the sinister aura emanating from it was chilling!

"Sect Master, all my original subordinates have been rescued from the Imperial Capital. Should we prepare for a counterattack next?" Wu Ya said to Xiao Yi Xian.

Xiao Yi Xian frowned slightly as she looked at Wu Ya and said, "I've already arranged for someone to handle this matter, so you don't need to worry. We should know the outcome tomorrow!"

A hint of doubt flashed in Wu Ya's deep gaze as he said, "Sect Master, there are already many people within the Poison Sect who have grievances. It would be better for you to take action as soon as possible!"

Although Wu Ya knew the sect leader's strength, the entire Poison Sect was currently being targeted by the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate, leaving them with no available forces. Therefore, he believed that this was just Xiao Yi Xian's excuse!

"I told you, we'll see tomorrow. Don't you understand?" Xiao Yi Xian's expression gradually turned cold as she watched Wu Ya press her for an answer.

Wu Ya, however, remained expressionless and said, "Very well, since the sect leader has already made the arrangements, then this old man will take his leave!"

After saying that, Wu Ya led his men out. Xiao Yi Xian's eyes narrowed slightly. Wu Ya was originally the controller of the Wu Tian Mansion. Some time ago, he was directly demoted to the Poison Sect, but Xiao Yi Xian always felt that this old guy had ulterior motives!

The respectful look in Wu Ya's eyes vanished as he left the main hall, replaced by a sinister glint. He then said to those around him, "Have our men keep an eye on any movements within the sect and report back immediately!"

The person beside him bowed in agreement and then left.

After everyone had left, Wu Ya found a secluded spot, and a faint green aura surged from his palm. Then, on the large tree behind Wu Ya, a black centipede about an inch long poked its head out. This centipede had several pairs of thin wings on its body and flew towards Wu Ya!

Wu Ya's withered hand gently brushed across the centipede's abdomen, a flash of emerald green light appeared, and then he released his hands. The centipede fluttered its wings and flew across the sky, leaving the forest and heading directly towards Ten Thousand Scorpion Mountain on the other side of the mountain stream.

Ten Thousand Scorpion Mountain is the headquarters of the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate, and Wu Ya is actually involved with the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate. It seems that he has great ambitions!

The Alchemist Guild in the Imperial Capital of the Chuyun Empire.

Inside a luxurious pink room, Yan Xixi stared coldly at the letter in her hand, a hint of murderous intent flickering in her eyes. Flames suddenly appeared on her palm, igniting a flame on the letter, which quickly turned to ashes and flew out the window.

Yan Xixi gazed at the sunset outside the window, then turned and walked towards the door. Just as she stepped out, she saw her Old Woman Zhang coming in. Yan Xixi called out, "Teacher!"

The Old Woman Zhang nodded slightly and said, "Get out?"

"Um!"

"Go find the Poison Sect Master?"

Yan Xixi looked up at the teacher and asked, "Teacher, you know too?"

The Old Woman Zhang glanced at Yan Xixi and said, "I just returned from the palace. This time, the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate and the Imperial Family are working together. Our Alchemist Guild has no need to get involved!"

Yan Xixi frowned slightly, and said angrily, "The Poison Sect doesn't seem to have done anything outrageous, does it? Why are the Imperial Family and the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate so determined to wipe them out?"

The Old Woman Zhang sighed softly and said, "The Poison Sect's power has grown too fast. Neither the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate nor the Imperial Family wants such an uncontrolled force to grow stronger!"

"Then the Ten Thousand Scorpion Gate's power is completely overshadowed by Chu Yun, right? Only the Imperial Family would do something so stupid!" Yan Xixi scoffed.

"Remember, our Alchemist Guild remains neutral in all matters within the Empire. The Poison Sect is in disarray lately, so don't go out and wander around!" the Old Woman Zhang instructed.

Yan Xixi's expression changed slightly, then she looked at her Old Woman Zhang with a hint of coquettishness and said, "Teacher, I'll just go and see, I'll definitely be back tomorrow, okay!"

The Old Woman Zhang shook her head slightly and said, "If you had focused all your energy on alchemy, you wouldn't have only gotten second place this time!"

Speaking of this, a figure flashed through Yan Xixi's mind, and she said with a wry smile, "Teacher, even if I put all my effort into alchemy, I'm probably still no match for Xiao Yu in terms of skill!"

The Old Woman Zhang even nodded in agreement, saying, "That's true. I really don't know where this freak came from, or what kind of teacher could produce such a disciple!"

Yan Xixi's face darkened, and she waved to her Old Woman Zhang before running outside.

Meanwhile, outside the Tagor Desert.

Several figures hovered in mid-air; they were Xiao Yu and his companions who had come from Black Mountain Fortress.

Looking at the golden desert, Xiao Yu sighed and said, "I didn't expect to be back here so soon!"