"To think a mere Sect Master could be so perceptive. She noticed my presence with just a glance and exposed me outright. Strangely, she did nothing."
"No matter what, no one can learn of my existence. Otherwise, if those old fellows discover me, I'll certainly die."
At that thought, a veiled trace of killing intent flashed through the young man's eyes.
Just then, the golden ship descended toward the island.
The moment it landed, red beasts charged at the ship. According to the elders, they were not living creatures, but manifestations of baleful Immortal Dao energy, and were extremely dangerous.
"These are life-preserving talismans. Only official disciples may receive them."
The elders handed out bone talismans, limiting them to official disciples. Yun Ying received one as well.
"All right, you may go explore. Be careful."
The elders gave everyone some reminders, telling them they might discover Immortal Dao scriptures or immortal artifacts here, depending on their luck.
Hearing the elders' words, everyone's hearts burned with anticipation. They split up and rushed into the depths of the land.
Yun Ying also headed in one direction, but just as she set off, she sensed those two gazes again, one familiar and the other malicious.
This aura-it should be him. As for that other person, he's developed the intent to kill me.
Yun Ying paid neither of their owners any mind and vanished straight into the depths of the reddish-brown land.
Boom!
A tremendous noise came from deep within the land as a red tide swept toward them. It was a horde of countless red-furred beasts, all condensed from baleful Immortal Dao energy.
Sensing the arrival of strangers, these creatures poured out of their nests in full force, a terrifying sight.
Battle erupted instantly. All the Heavenly Deity Academy disciples steeled themselves and