"Hey, what kind of bird is that?"
Yang Zhen's eyes widened in disbelief as he stared at the terrifying bird in mid-air.
This large bird looks similar to the legendary phoenix, except that it is entirely blue, seemingly composed of cold air, and has no physical form.
I've never heard of a blue phoenix before, and this is huge, about the size of a small mountain. If Yang Zhen hadn't seen creatures even bigger than this, he might have had a heart attack from fright.
Han Yan'er's face showed a solemn expression as she looked at the large bird that had suddenly appeared in mid-air. She said in a deep voice, "It's this aura that I've been unable to control, and sometimes I can't even sense it. Why... is it actually a phoenix?"
"Is that a phoenix?"
Yang Zhen pursed his lips and said, "I've never heard of a blue phoenix. You wait here, I'll go up and see what this thing is."
This thing was definitely not something Han Yan'er was born with. Yang Zhen was a little puzzled, though, given his current level of perception, and with Empress Fengyu present, he hadn't sensed this aura.
Regardless of when this thing entered Han Yan'er's body, and regardless of whether it's good or bad, we need to find out.
After giving Han Yan'er a few words of advice, Yang Zhen leaped into the air and soared into the sky.
However, just as Yang Zhen made a move, the overwhelming blue phoenix suddenly exploded with a bang, turning into a sky full of blue mist that dissipated among the stars.
Yang Zhen stood there dumbfounded. After confirming that the blue phoenix had indeed exploded, he could only return to Han Yan'er's side.
"How does it feel to disappear?"
Han Yan'er looked puzzled and shook her head, saying, "I can sense that there's an aura attached to the stars, but I can't pinpoint what it is. It seems... it doesn't have any effect."
That's a bit strange.
After Yang Zhen and Han Yan'er studied it for a long time, they had no choice but to give up when no more blue phoenixes appeared.
Seeing the worry on Yang Zhen's face, Han Yan'er smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll let you know beforehand if anything seems amiss."
Yang Zhen had no choice but to give up, nodding and saying, "If you feel anything, be sure to tell me in advance. Don't bear it alone."
Han Yan'er nodded and said, "I will!"
After Yang Zhen's Divine Sense withdrew from Han Yan'er 'Han Yan'er body, he examined her body thoroughly from head to toe, inside and out, but still found nothing.
"Damn it, what the hell is that?"
Since it wasn't his own body, Yang Zhen was completely helpless. This thing came and went quickly, attaching itself entirely to the stars within Han Yan'er's body. The entire Divine Sense space seemed to be filled with the aura of the blue phoenix, yet it also seemed to have vanished completely, without any impact.
Over the next period of time, Yang Zhen and Han Yan'er gradually encountered some cultivators.
Looking at the hurried crowd, Yang Zhen chuckled and said, "These are all people heading to the Savage Wilderness Ancient Land."
Han Yan'er nodded and said, "I always felt that Great Saint Fengli had ill intentions."
Yang Zhen chuckled and said, "It would be strange if this old bastard had good intentions. He wants me to die in there, so it's almost certain that the Savage Wilderness Ancient Land is much more dangerous than we imagined."
The two were talking as if no one else was around when a soft laugh came from the side, followed by a hearty voice.
"You two must also be heading to the Savage Wilderness Ancient Land in search of Savage Wilderness Inheritance, right?"
Yang Zhen and Han Yan'er exchanged a glance and turned around to look in the direction of the sound.
Upon seeing this, Yang Zhen was immediately taken aback.
There were more than ten people in total, led by a young man and a young woman. To Yang Zhen's surprise, the young male cultivator, who looked only a few years older than him, was actually at the Final Step of the cultivation process.
Moreover, each of these people possessed an extraordinary aura. At least in the Cultivation World, Yang Zhen had never seen anyone with such an aura. Each one of them exuded an otherworldly charm, and at a glance, one could tell that they were disciples of prestigious sects. Their demeanor and speech were full of cultivation and poise.
These people, even their clothes, were extraordinary, exuding an aura of array formations.
Clearly, the clothes these people are wearing are not ordinary clothes, but Spirit Treasure!
"Damn it, their clothes are all Spirit Treasure, just who are these people?"
Yang Zhen muttered to himself, then immediately put on an innocent smile and said, "Yes, yes, my sister and I heard there are good things in that Savage Wilderness Ancient Land, so we specially ran away from the village to see the world."
Han Yan'er suppressed a laugh and pinched Yang Zhen, making Yang Zhen scream.
A soft chuckle came from the crowd. It was clear that these people were professionally trained; they wouldn't laugh unless they really couldn't help it.
The man who spoke quickly opened a folding fan. He appeared very polite and bowed to Yang Zhen and Han Yan'er before saying, "It is fate that we meet. My name is Gan Bu, and I am..."
"So it's Brother Gan Bu, I've heard so much about you... that great name." Yang Zhen looked at Gan Bu with an expression of Celestial Person astonishment, his face full of admiration.
Everyone was stunned, their faces filled with surprise. As they looked at each other, some whispered among themselves.
"This person is quite interesting. We've been away from the world for so long, and he was only born before news of the Savage Wilderness Ancient Land spread. How could he have long admired Senior Brother Gan's name?"
"Junior sister, do not speak rashly. This person is probably like us, having been out of the world for a long time. The difference is that they may come from remote mountain villages and were gathered by Rogue Person cultivators. They are rather pitiful."
"Oh! Senior brother, I don't think there's anything to pity. Even if they are disciples trained by senior disciples of the Rogue Person Immortal Sect, as long as they are willing to engage in worldly cultivation, they are still quite commendable."
After the young female disciple finished speaking, she walked to Gan Bu's side and whispered, "Senior Brother Gan Bu, shall we take the two siblings with us?"
With a humble smile, Gan Bu asked the woman beside him, "What does Junior Sister Que Ling think?"
Que Ling gave Yang Zhen a meaningful look and said with a smile, "Before we left, our master taught us that when we travel, we should make many friends. Now it can be considered a karmic connection. I just don't know what you two think?"
"Great! My mom said, 'A bosom friend afar brings a distant land near.' When we meet, we're like brothers and sisters."
Yang Zhen's face was full of humility, which made Han Yan'er, who was standing next to him, look at Celestial Person with astonishment.
"A bosom friend afar brings a distant land near?" Que Ling's eyes showed a hint of shock as she exchanged a glance with Gan Bu.
The group ended up together somewhat haphazardly, each with their own agenda.
In the crowd, Han Yan'er transmitted her voice to Yang Zhen, saying, "These people are of unknown origin. Will we be in danger if we follow them?"
Is it dangerous?
If there is danger, it is these people who are in danger.
Yang Zhen gave Han Yan'er a reassuring look, and his smile became even more rustic.
Han Yan'er glared at Yang Zhen and said, "Don't tell me you didn't notice that Que Ling; there's definitely something wrong with her."
Yang Zhen was taken aback, and said telepathically, "Things are all messed up right now. Everyone has problems. Compared to them, we have more problems for them."
Han Yan'er was about to speak when Yang Zhen grinned and said, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. These people are no ordinary individuals. They might have a way to enter the Savage Wilderness Ancient Land, which would save us some trouble."
"What?" Han Yan'er exclaimed in surprise, "How did you know?"
Yang Zhen winked at Han Yan'er and said, "Just a guess!"
Han Yan'er glanced at Yang Zhen, then stared straight at him.