Lady of Three Paths Mountain

The next day, Zhang Yuanqing received a text from Guan Ya:

"Wang Qian's identity has been verified; there are no issues. Since it was an accident, it doesn't count as illegal Spirit Servant refinement."

"Understood."

"Go to the hospital and have Wang Qian fill out a 'Spirit Realm Walker File' and a letter of guarantee to bring back for our records. After all, this is your case."

"Understood."

"Good boy. Now, let Big Sister give you another piece of advice: you've been in the official organization for a while, so it's time to expand your connections and channels. Stop-Killing Palace is a fairly influential civilian organization in Songhai; you could try recruiting Wang Qian as an informant. You might be able to build a relationship with Stop-Killing Palace in the future."

"Good idea. That way, my future wife won't have a difficult labor."

"Haha, you're so funny. Anyway, isn't it almost time for your second entry into the Spirit Realm?"

"I hope it's not an S-rank again."

"It shouldn't be, but statistically speaking, it's not impossible. Both the Squad Leader and I are looking forward to your performance in the second Spirit Realm."

"Why?"

"Single-player Spirit Realms test talent, while multi-player ones train ability. The dungeon might not be as dangerous as a single-player one, but you'll encounter other Spirit Realm Walkers there, which adds many uncertain factors. That is when a person's comprehensive quality truly shows."

Amidst the idle chatter, Zhang Yuanqing finished washing up and sat at the dining table.

"Who are you chatting with, you little flirt?" his aunt leaned in, looking grumpy.

"None of your business." Zhang Yuanqing pressed his hand against her forehead and pushed her away.

Jiang Yu'er launched a playful attack in annoyance, which Zhang Yuanqing met without fear, until both were suppressed by their hot-tempered Grandmother.

After breakfast, Zhang Yuanqing put on a baseball cap and a mask, headed out, and took a taxi to Pingtai Hospital.

In the outpatient office, Zhang Yuanqing looked at the young doctor, who was in low spirits, and smiled:

"You don't look like you're in a good mood."

After a moment of silence, Wang Qian said with dim eyes:

"He has dissipated. I can no longer sense him."

Poor guy! Zhang Yuanqing comforted him: "He was already stillborn; parting was only a matter of time."

Wang Qian was dejected and said:

"He was my sister's first child and my first nephew. To better take care of my sister, my mother quit her job. A long time ago, she had already bought a stroller, pacifiers, and clothes. Our whole family was waiting for his birth, preparing to welcome the next generation."

"After the miscarriage, my sister was devastated and wept all day. My mother would hide away to wipe her tears, too. She blamed herself, thinking she hadn't taken good care of her daughter."

"For the past half-month, I was terrified of sensing him at the hospital because it would remind me of my own incompetence and my family's pain. But I couldn't help wanting to be near him, to keep him company. He was still so small; he must be very lonely."

Zhang Yuanqing didn't offer more comfort, listening silently as the other man poured his heart out.

If you perform well in the future, I'll let you see him, provided you agree to be my informant.

Once Wang Qian's emotions stabilized, he said:

"I have two things to discuss with you today. First, fill out a form and a letter of guarantee. From now on, you are a registered Spirit Realm Walker. The authorities won't interfere with you too much, as long as you don't break the law or use your abilities to do evil."

"Second, are you interested in being my informant?"

"The first part is fine. As for the second..." Wang Qian scrutinized him, "I don't just become an informant for anyone. Besides, I need to report to my superior and get permission."

Stop-Killing Palace and the official organization had a decent relationship, so he wasn't opposed to being an official informant. If it had been the sharp and ruthless woman from yesterday, he would have been convinced.

But the person in front of him looked even younger than himself, and Wang Qian wasn't impressed.

"That's fine," Zhang Yuanqing nodded.

"What is your Spirit Realm ID? I need to know who you are," Wang Qian asked.

Every time I report my ID, I'm afraid of getting beaten up. Zhang Yuanqing put on a solemn expression and said, word by word:

"Yuanshi Tianzun!"

"Yuanshi Tianzun? That's an imposing name, but I've never heard of it."

Wang Qian shook his head and casually composed a text message to report the matter to his superior.

Stop-Killing Palace and the authorities kept to their own lanes, and while their relationship was okay, there was a distinction between official and civilian; the organization didn't want its members getting too close to the authorities.

Therefore, his superior would never agree.

Besides, even if they were to have contact with official members, it should be with a Captain or Deacon-level figure. This young man was clearly a grassroots operative; if he were a well-known Spirit Realm Walker, he would have heard of him.

But Wang Qian had no impression of the name "Yuanshi Tianzun." He felt there was little point in connecting with such an official walker.

He then focused on his work. After seeing a few patients, his phone rang. The caller ID read: Great Sage of Love Madness.

Wang Qian answered the call, and a deep male voice came through the speaker:

"Saint Hand, are you saying the person who approached you is named Yuanshi Tianzun?"

Wang Qian's ID was "Divine Physician Saint Hand."

"Yes, Team Leader," Wang Qian said. "I didn't agree to it; I gave a subtle refusal."

At the same time, he found it strange. For something like this, a text message would have sufficed—why did the Team Leader feel the need to call?

"Songhai will not be peaceful lately. We need to keep a close eye on the official movements. Agree to his terms," the Great Sage of Love Madness said.

"Very well. I will reply to him," Wang Qian agreed in a deep voice.

"While you're at it, keep an eye on him as well. I'm referring to Yuanshi Tianzun."

"Ah? Why?" Wang Qian was stunned. That was just the most ordinary official Spirit Realm Walker.

"I learned through a secret channel that a newcomer cleared the Sheling Tunnel a while ago, breaking the record, and just a few days ago, he killed a Level 3 Bewitching Demon."

"Could it be..."

"His ID is indeed Yuanshi Tianzun."

Yuanshi Tianzun. The expression on that young man's face when he stated his ID flashed through Wang Qian's mind.

A sense of awe arose!

The full moon hung high, and the dilapidated ancient temple stood silently in the moonlight.

A beauty dressed in ancient robes stood proudly on the roof of the main hall, gazing at the full moon in the sky.

This beauty had an exquisite oval face, eyes like autumn water, brows like distant mountains, and sexy, full lips; her coldness carried an indescribable brilliance.

"This is not Great Ming. Who, after I fell into a deep slumber, pulled me into this mustard seed space?"

She furrowed her delicate brows and muttered to herself.

After a moment of contemplation, she fixed her gaze on the full moon.

Two brilliant golden rays shot out from her beautiful eyes, colliding with the Lunar Moon in the sky.

"Hum—"

The entire space trembled violently. The golden light struck an invisible barrier, splashing into blinding golden rays that bathed the world in a magnificent gilded hue.

The two beams of light held for half an incense stick of time before slowly extinguishing.

Scarlet blood flowed from the corners of the Lady of Three Paths Mountain's eyes, sliding down her fair cheeks.

"Without retrieving the other half of my Yang Soul, I cannot break through this place."

She raised her slender hand, gently wiped the bloodstains from her cheek, and let out a cold snort: "Since I cannot return, I shall wreak havoc in this world."

The Lady of Three Paths Mountain quickly formed seals with her hands, pinched a sword finger, and suddenly pointed toward the sky.

Chi!

A terrifying Sword Qi surged from her fingertips, rushing into the firmament and melting a hole in the sky that collapsed inward.

The Lady of Three Paths Mountain transformed into a streak of golden light and escaped through the rift in the sky.

Capital City, courtyard house.

Under the locust tree, Elder Sun lay comfortably on a rocking chair, with Peking opera drifting from the radio on the tea table.

Suddenly, a golden sun appeared between his brows. The sun trembled violently, emitting a scorching, burning aura, and a majestic pressure radiated from the sun mark.

This. Elder Sun stood up abruptly, his expression grave.

At this moment, an ethereal and majestic voice echoed in Elder Sun's heart:

"There is a change in the Night Wanderer Spirit Realm. Notify the disciples in all regions. Tasks may become abnormal in the near future. Once discovered, report it immediately."

"Yes, Sect Master."

Mu Qiu is a Level 2 Night Wanderer of the Taiyi Sect. As a top-tier combat profession, without considering items, his combat power is fully comparable to Level 3s of other professions.

Therefore, he is a captain-level figure in the Liusha District of Hangzhou.

"Captain, the Five Elements Alliance Hangzhou branch sent an email. Please check it," the assistant brought over a laptop.

Mu Qiu glanced at the computer screen and said indifferently: "Reply to them and find a Night Wanderer from another district."

The content of the email was to invite him over for spirit questioning. Recently, the major branches of the Five Elements Alliance have been frantically arresting and interviewing wild Spirit Realm Walkers to screen for potential fallen ones.

For stubborn resistance fighters, they adopt a policy of on-the-spot execution.

Nine out of ten of these executed wild Spirit Realm Walkers are scoundrels who deserve it. Law-abiding wild Spirit Realm Walkers with a clear conscience do not resist contact with official organizations.

They don't join the official side simply because they don't want to be constrained.

Only those with criminal records are afraid of being invited for tea.

Mu Qiu refused the spirit questioning, not because he feared the side effects of Spirit Devour. He is a person with integrity; he does his job in his position. Since he eats this bowl of rice, he should shoulder the corresponding responsibilities.

But these few days won't work, because his solo Spirit Realm instance is about to open, very soon.

Clearing this solo Spirit Realm will allow him to advance to Level 3 and join the ranks of the peak of the Extraordinary Realm.

In these few days, he has applied for a large number of solo Spirit Realms for the 2-to-3 advancement. Although the Spirit Realm changes in real-time, there is a certain cycle, and the speed at which the Taiyi Sect compiles strategies is faster than the changes in the Spirit Realm.

Therefore, the strategy is of great use and can greatly increase the clearance rate.

Just then, Mu Qiu heard the familiar Spirit Realm prompt:

[Ding, Spirit Realm map is opening. Entering the Spirit Realm in three minutes. The Spirit Realm you are entering this time is "Night Wanderer—Minghu Town", ID: 0128]

[Difficulty Level: S]

[Type: Solo (Death-type)]

[Main Quest: Investigate the cause of the bizarre deaths of the townspeople.]

[Note: Items from outside the Spirit Realm cannot be brought in.]

[Spirit Realm No. 0128 Introduction: Since no one knows when, the residents of the town have been dying one after another, and no one knows the reason. Some say it is because fishermen hauled a coffin out of the lake; some say it is because of the owl hanging on the locust tree at the entrance of the village; some say it is because a strange snake with a woman's face appeared on the mountain behind the village; some say it is because the widow at the head of the village became pregnant mysteriously.]

[Shh, don't say it, don't say it, they are coming.]

Mu Qiu's face was as pale as paper, his eyes filled with despair and bewilderment.

Minghu Town, when did it become an S-rank mission?