Frivolity

The four-winged blood horse tamed by Xu Yi had impure bloodlines and only possessed the cultivation level of an early-stage Nascent Soul in its adulthood.

In legends, the four-winged blood horse with top-tier bloodlines could rival a Nascent Soul cultivator after reaching maturity, capable of traversing great distances with a single leap.

Even though this particular four-winged blood horse had impure bloodlines, crossing a stream was an effortless task for it.

With its head held high, it gathered strength in its four hooves and soared into the air.

In an instant, it carried the two individuals to the other side of the stream.

“Excellent!” Xu Yi exclaimed loudly, affectionately stroking the horse’s mane.

Encouraged by Xu Yi’s praise, the four-winged blood horse kicked up a gust of wind as it galloped freely.

Clatter!

Clatter!

The thunderous sound echoed through the mountains and quickly caught the attention of others.

“Who are these reckless fools? Are they seeking death?”

A muscular cultivator with a bare upper body looked in the direction of the sound and spat on the ground disdainfully.

“Brother Zhang, you underestimate them. The demonic beast they are riding is extraordinary, and their strength should not be underestimated,” retorted his companion.

Upon closer inspection, Zhang, the muscular man, noticed the truth and gradually restrained his contemptuous expression.

They were currently on the outskirts of the Ten Thousand Demons Ridge, where most cultivators were at the Golden Dan or Nascent Soul stage.

They might not even be able to defeat the other party’s mount, let alone engage in a battle with the two individuals.

Zhang realized his mistake in judging others solely based on appearances.

His companion suddenly chuckled and said, “Look, someone fearless is approaching.”

Zhang’s eyes gleamed with a malicious delight upon seeing the situation unfold.

On the other side, Xu Yi also sensed the approaching aura rapidly closing in on her. With a thought, she grasped the Disciplinary ruler in her hand.

“Attack!” she shouted explosively.

Three rays of different-colored spiritual lights slashed towards Xu Yi and her companion.

Xu Yi’s eyes flashed as she wielded the Disciplinary Ruler, parrying the three strikes.

Simultaneously, the four-winged blood horse vigorously flapped its wings, causing surges of spiritual energy to transform into sharp wind blades, crashing forward like a deluge.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Tree trunks shattered, leaves scattered, and a turbulent wave of energy filled the heavens and earth.

Even Zhang and his companion, who were observing from a distance, were forced to retreat several steps due to the commotion.

“That woman is at least in the late-stage of Nascent Soul,” Zhang said, his bare upper body now covered in numerous small bloodstains.

However, he paid no mind to them and instead spoke solemnly to his companion.

His companion remained silent, but his expression revealed a similar sense of dread.

He had witnessed clearly that only the female cultivator and her mount had attacked; the male cultivator behind her had yet to make a move.

He had a premonition that the man was the greatest threat.

As the dust settled, the four-winged blood horse, without needing any command from Xu Yi, chased after the three injured individuals who were attempting to flee.

The speed of the four-winged blood horse was fully displayed in that moment.

It was only after Xu Yi stored the contents of the third storage pouch into her bag that she belatedly noticed Lu Zaiye’s unusual silence today.

“Lu Zaiye?”

“…Yes, I’m here.”

Xu Yi gracefully turned her body, carefully observing as she landed in the wilderness.

Landing in the wilderness, Lu Zaiye lowered his eyes, avoiding the gaze of Xu Yi, his heart in disarray.

He couldn’t understand why Xu Yi suddenly turned her head to look at him.

It made him feel uneasy.

“Are you angry?” Xu Yi suddenly spoke up.

Lu Zaiye was taken aback, shaking his head slightly, “No.”

He wasn’t angry, he knew that Xu Yi’s actions were well-intentioned, he just didn’t know how to face her.

Xu Yi stared at Lu Zaiye’s expression, trying to discern if what he said was true.

But as she continued to look, she was suddenly captivated by his long and thick eyelashes, and without thinking, she blurted out, “Your eyelashes are so long.”

The words fell.

Both Xu Yi and Lu Zaiye showed expressions of shock.

Xu Yi quickly turned around, covering her face, letting out a silent scream.

What was she saying!

Oh no, It must be misunderstand!

Would he think that she, his senior, was disrespectful and spoke inappropriately, tarnishing the reputation of their sect!

Ah, ah, ah!

Her once glorious reputation!

In Lu Zaiye’s mind, there was a momentary blank.

If someone else dared to say such rude words in front of him, he would make sure they knew the consequences of their words.

But the person speaking was Xu Yi, the senior of the Xuanji Sect.

He was utterly helpless.

In the midst of his unease, he suddenly caught a glimpse of a blush on Xu Yi’s ears, which had turned crimson without his noticing.

Lu Zaiye’s heart grew even more chaotic.

For a while, the two of them fell into a long silence.

Finally, Xu Yi, who had regained her composure, was the first to break the deadlock.

“Cough, Lu Zaiye, I apologize to you. What I said earlier was unintentional, please don’t take it to heart.”

“Disciple understands.”

Xu Yi received Lu Zaiye’s response, and her mood immediately brightened.

Originally, this incident was an accident, and coupled with the time they had spent together, she knew that Lu Zaiye was not a gossipy person, so only the two of them knew about this matter.

As time passed, this incident would soon be forgotten, leaving no trace.

Why should she bother herself unnecessarily?

Xu Yi patted her Four-Winged Blood Horse, and it immediately trotted off, running through the mountains and forests once again. …

“Sister Yin, rest assured, I will definitely help you find Senior Xiong,” Zhou Cheng reassured Yin Li with a pat on his chest outside the Beast Taming Sect.

Yin Li forced a smile and said, “Thank you,” but her inner turmoil grew worse.

She didn’t expect the elders to actually send Zhou Cheng to accompany her to the Ten Thousand Demon Peak.

She knew their intentions, but she had no affection for Zhou Cheng, and even felt displeased by his persistence.

During their last mission, she believed she had made her feelings clear, but she didn’t know if Zhou Cheng was pretending to be ignorant or simply didn’t understand her meaning, showing no signs of backing down.

Thinking about the time they would spend together, her expression grew even colder.

Zhou Cheng noticed Yin Li’s expression, but he maintained his warm smile.

Yin Li didn’t like him.

Of course, he knew.

But what did it matter?

He also had no interest in the proud Yin Li, but she was the most favored disciple of the Sect Master.

If he wanted to become the next Sect Master, he had to gain the support of the Sect Master.

So Yin Li, he was determined to win her over.

He looked forward to the day when he became the Sect Master, and the sight of the proud Yin Li begging for his mercy would be quite amusing.

A momentary distortion flashed beneath Zhou Cheng’s gentle facade.

“We’re ready to depart.”

“Yes, Elder.”

Yin Li and Zhou Cheng put away their thoughts, answering in unison.

Accompanying them on the journey was also a Soul Separation stage elder, Master Chiyu, who had been entrusted by the Sect Master to search for Xiong Zhuangzhuang outside the sect, while also protecting Yin Li and Zhou Cheng.

The three of them bowed outside the Yushou Gate, then set off towards the Ten Thousand Demon Peak.