First time leaving the sect

On the way back, Wang Yu met a lot of new disciples in a hurry. The day after tomorrow, they will be heading to the Darkness Forest for the test.

As for the veteran disciples, they looked amused at the scene, but not all of them. Some were as nervous or more, they were those related to the newbies, so they cared much about the event. Because while it was mostly safe, sometimes there would be deaths or severe injuries before someone could intervene.

According to what he had heard, some of the Senior disciples will be charged with protecting the juniors from the shadow, and in case a senior disciple took action, then for the junior disciple it will be considered as failing the test, so unless absolutely necessary no senior disciple was allowed to intervene.

...

At the moment, outside of East Creek village, a sixteen-year-old youth was running hurriedly, his movements were sluggish, but he continued to run, he only stopped when he was sure that no one was following him. He was Zang Wei, the promising scholar of the East Creek village.

He who thought that his life would be wonderful, was now running for his life, and all of this started on the day of harvest with the arrival of Baron Shu who was controlling the territory that contained their village, he also brought a cultivator with him.

It was an old lady from the Heart Severing sect, a middle-grade sect that consisted of female cultivators only. Each one of those ladies should sever her ties with the mortal world, she should not fall in love and can't marry anyone. Her lifelong goal was to cultivate and reach a higher realm, everything else is worthless.

When that old lady saw his fiance Shi Mei, a bell that was on her arm sleeve started to ring. Then she then wanted to bring her to the sect, which was a good thing, but seeing her holding hands with Zhang Wei she became angry and wanted to kill him if not for Shi Mei's pleading.

After this, he should be safe, but he had a bad premonition when he saw the Baron's gaze, it only lasted for a moment, but Zhang Wei didn't fail to see it.

He who had lost his uncle a month ago due to his sickness and now his beloved fiance was taken from him. Felt no reason to stay inside the village, he was angry and furious, especially at the Baron whom he considered as the cause of both problems and who now wanted to kill him.

"Sorry for what has happened, Senior Mu said that I have a great talent and she won't let me waste it." Said Shi Mei with a grievance tone, holding Zhang Wei's hands "She said that when I start cultivating I will forget about you." kissing him slightly she said "I will never forget you."

Zhang Wei felt deep anger and sadness but he tried not to show it "Yes I trust you. Just wait for me, I will come and take you back from that sect."

Seeing his care, Shi Mei nearly cried "Brother Zhang, no need to make it hard for yourself." She then gently tidied his robe "Senior Mu said that the sect is north and there are many sects beside the Heart Severing Sect there. Please care of yourself"

After that Shi Mei left with Senior Mei, as for Zhang Wei he left the village stealthily after them. But before he left, he used some pillows and his blanket to make it seem as if he was sleeping, he also closed the door as for the window he only left a little opening. He wasn't sure if the baron would attack him but he didn't want to leave his life to chance.

Meanwhile, the Baron was talking to his servant, an old man who looked energetic despite being old. "Where is the immortal?"

"My Lord, she is with that girl." He then smiled "Congratulations My Lord, this time the immortal is really happy."

The Baron laughed heartily "Yes she looked very happy, she even said that she will leave today without waiting for that."

"But she spoke to me without moving her lips, it's really strange but it seemed as if I was the only one listening." Said the Baron in a fearful tone.

The servant also felt apprehensive about the immortal's power "What did she say?"

"She wants us to kill that boy when she leaves the village without alerting anyone." The Baron was shocked by the demand but he didn't refuse "Keep an on the boy and when he leaves the village kill him silently. We don't want that girl to take revenge on us when she becomes an immortal."

The servant nodded and hurriedly sent a strong man with an amiable expression and gave him the order.

Zhang Wei decided to head north. According to the last words between him and Shi Mei, In the north, there were other sects of immortals besides the Heart Severing sect. He wanted to join one of those sects and gain enough power to take back his fiancee.

His uncle had taught him about the geography of the Qihou Empire and had given him a detailed map so he didn't fear losing his way. What made him fearful was the dangerous beasts and bandits.

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A senior called Mu Kong came to Wang Yu's room, right after the first year's student left for the test, he was a twenty years old man with a mole on his right cheek, his hair was black and he was tall and slim.

"Greeting senior brother." Greeted Wang Yu and Lui Fu, who has been staying with him those two days telling him a lot of stuff about the external world. Practically everything he had heard during his stay inside the sect.

"Hhhh, junior brothers sorry for coming late, but I had a young sister who's going to do the test today, and I needed to help her prepare." Explained Mu Kong.

"No problem, I'm not in a hurry." Said Wang Yu "beside you didn't come late."

"Good, then let's take our leave, the ship is parked so we will have to walk a little. Also take this letter, it is sent by the deacon Zhou. He said it's not urgent, and should be read when you're alone. " Wang Yu took the letter and put it inside the spirit pouch Lui Fu had given him. At first, he refused it but Lui Fu kept nagging until he accepted it. Thanks to it, he didn't need to use a bag anymore.

Wang Yu followed Mu Kong alongside Lui Fu to the ship. Standing in front of the ship, Wang Yu looked at his friend saying "Come visit when you leave the sect for a mission."

"Hahaha, no problem just prepare delicious food and drink." said Lui Fu jokingly "And if you find some beauties please don't forget your kind brother."

Wang Yu while laughing jumped on the ship, which started elevating. The ship was built with a kind of wood called Dark Ochroma, this wood comes from a spirit tree tier one the Dark Ochroma tree which was the most popular tree in ship construction.

What made Dark Ochroma popular is its resilience and lightness which were very important aspects of any great ship. Resilience to resist the wind and light for the speed and reduction of energy usage.

The ship wasn't as large and fancy as the one that took Wang Yu from the village back then, it only had a capacity of ten people and was slower compared to Senior Moaly's ship.

Just when the ship was about to leave, a senior sister wearing the Sword Department badge and whose face was covered by a blue veil stood on a sword blocking their way. Her face was hidden but Wang Yu could tell from her figure that she was absolutely a beauty.

"Greeting senior sister," Mu Kong cupped his hand in greeting as did Wang Yu when he saw Mu Kong's courtesy.

The senior sister looked at the ship's cabin, and seeing that only Mu Kong and Wang Yu, she said "Are you going to Lumina Ore city,"

"Yes, but I will first pass by Rainbow Copper City from there. I can take you to Lumina Ore City if you want."

"Good I will be your guest," the senior sister then threw a pouch that contained spirit stones before entering the ship and putting her sword inside her spatial ring, sitting on the ship's deck and closing her eyes while meditating.

Mu Kong stored the pouch inside his spirit ring before guiding the ship to fly toward Rainbow Copper City. On the way Wang Yu and Mu Kong talked about some stuff, especially about the route Wang Yu will take after Rainbow Copper City. Wang Yu had obtained a detailed map before leaving the sect; he had also asked some senior disciples to understand more about the terrains and routes.

But he still felt the need for more comprehension, this is why he asked Mu Kong whose job required a lot of traveling so he should know more about the route than the other senior brothers and sisters Wang Yu had asked before. Also most of those he had asked were Lui Fu's friends young and with lesser experience than Mu Kong.

Mu Kong was kind and hearing Wang Yu's questions he answered everything in detail, he even gave Wang Yu some advice such as not wearing the sect's clothes often outside.

"Since the sect is the strongest in the land, it's understandable that it has a lot of enemies, so if you are inside a city or a place with a lot of people then you are extremely safe if your wear the sect's uniform because everyone fears our sect, so unless you offend a powerhouse or a maniac then no one will dare harm you.

But if you are in a desolate place then you may be attacked because of revenge or greed."

"Thank you, senior brother, I will keep what you told me in mind." After receiving the answers to his questions Wang Yu chose a place inside the cabin, sat down cross-legged, and started meditating. The journey will take about two days, even though the distance was shorter than the one Wang Yu had traversed with Senior Moaly and Senior Brother Li Quan, Mu Kong's boat was of lower quality which made it slower, but Wang Yu wasn't in a hurry.

....

The man who was tasked with killing Zhong Wei was keeping watch on his hut not knowing that he had already left the village.

As for the villagers, they didn't come looking for Zhong Wei. They were stopped by Bai Lanxi who said that Zhong Wei needed to rest.

When the morning come and Zhong Wei was still in his room, the man felt that something was amiss. So he jumped suddenly behind Bai Lanxi and threw some powder on him which made him fall asleep.

He then pushed the door slightly and approached the bed on which it seemed as if someone was sleeping. moving the cover slightly he was shocked to see the pillows instead of Zhong Wei which made him very angry.

He even wanted to kill Bai Lanxi but he stopped from doing that and left the village in search, he couldn't tell the Baron about this or his head would fall from his neck.

As for Zhong Wei, he was walking hurriedly and carefully through the woods afraid of meeting some dangerous animals.

...

Two days later Wang Yu arrived at the Rainbow Copper City which was situated opposite to a huge mountain, The Rainbow Copper mine, the mine that produce a special copper ore that was famous for its unique rainbow-like colors. As Wang Yu gazed upon the mine, he couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the sight before him. The mountain seemed to shimmer in the sunlight, its sides reflecting all the colors of the rainbow.

The Rainbow Copper Ore had different uses depending on its grade, if it's lower grade then it's used by mortals' rich people as a decoration, or for the jewelry. As for the higher grade ones they are used by cultivators for refinement purposes. Which is why an elder was stationed here to guard the mine.

An elder of the Ice hell sect is an extremely powerful being, his cultivation at the peak of Qi Condensation and had a lifespan of two hundred years.

Someone at that level is extremely influential in the Qihou land. Him staying in this city speaks volumes about the importance of Rainbow Copper mine.

As the boat approached the city, it began to descend. "Junior brother," Mu Kong said, "Unfortunately I cannot take you inside the city as flying is strictly prohibited."

"No problem, it's a bit of walking. I wish you both a safe journey." Said Wang Yu before jumping out of the boat, heading towards the city, he was going to see what the city has to offer.