Young Noble Be Monster Slaying

"No matter how much a person's appearance and body change, their eyes, temperament, and aura will never change[1]"

Daoist Yan once said this to Chu Liang. Back then, Jiang Tiankuo had also taken on a completely different appearance, yet Daoist Yan was able to recognize him at a glance.

On Fengya Mountain, where diabolical cultivators swarmed and the air was heavy with diabolical qi, the Scarlet-Robe Hall's master did exactly as Daoist Yan had done.

She flew forward and met the Whale-Riding Immortal’s gaze with unwavering intensity.

Time raced on like a flickering flame, and decades disappeared in the blink of an eye. The surroundings and people had changed entirely, yet as she stared into the light in those eyes, it felt as if she had returned to the past, catching glimpses of memories long gone.

Back then, her father was an elder of the Dark King Sect, so she joined the diabolical sect at a young age, quickly becoming a gifted disciple of her generation. During a treasure hunt in a hidden realm, she was injured by accident, and coincidentally, a disciple of Mount Shu entered afterward and saved her.

Due to her injuries, she did not reveal her background.

She kept her identity hidden, planning to find an opportunity to kill this disciple of the Mount Shu Sect. However, after just a day of interaction, she sensed an extraordinary charm in him. So she first decided to wait until she had obtained the valuable item.

Then, she decided to wait until they had left this place.

Then, she became more and more hesitant to kill this Mount Shu disciple.

When the two stepped out of the hidden realm, the diabolical cultivators from the Dark King Sect, who had come in search of her, surrounded them and launched an attack.

He wrapped one arm around her waist while wielding his sword in his right hand.

In that moment, sword lights filled the sky, cascading down like countless shooting stars.

The light she had seen in his eyes back then felt just like the one she was seeing now.

Even after all this time and the countless changes in their lives, he remained exactly the same.

He was the one she had been searching for all these years.

As she stepped forward, the master of Scarlet-Robe Hall took off her mask, revealing a cold yet breathtaking face, with eyes that shimmered gently like rippling water.

She wanted to say something, but the words never escaped her lips.

However, Yi Qiushui, standing behind her, was filled with surprise. For all the years she had been with her esteemed teacher, the master had always worn a mask in public. Even though she often dressed up and applied makeup in the attic, she never allowed anyone to see her true appearance outside.

Yet, at this moment, she had chosen to take off her mask.

Could it be that all these decades of dressing up were just for this one person?

So this person was not a fraud…

However, amidst the swirling black snow in the sky, the Whale-Riding Immortal appeared less emotional than the master of Scarlet-Robe Hall.

He nodded respectfully and said, "This subordinate pays my respects to the master of Scarlet-Robe Hall. The situation is tense, and with the sect leader overseeing everything, I dare not be negligent. I will leave now, but once I secure the Breath of the Yellow Springs, we can discuss things further."

"Ah..." The Scarlet-Robe Hall’s master snapped back to reality at those words. Her hair flew wildly, and her red robe billowed in the wind. After a brief pause, she finally said, "Then I'll allow you to leave first, but I have something to ask you... Be sure to come back."

The two shared a glance, one that appeared to encompass over a dozen years. The meaning behind that gaze felt as deep as the ocean itself.

After that moment of connection, the Whale-Riding Immortal turned away and strode off, his figure slowly fading into the expansive shadows of the snowy mountain, becoming an unnoticeable part of the surroundings.

After a long while, the master of Scarlet-Robe Hall stood motionless in the air, as if time had stopped around her.

Yi Qiushui flew forward and gently called out, "Esteemed teacher..."

She was not dumb. Even as a bystander, she could tell what had happened. That person probably couldn’t reveal his true identity, and her esteemed teacher couldn't express her true feelings to him.

After decades of searching, when they finally came face to face, her heart was flooded with emotions, yet she couldn't find the words to express them. Clearly, her teacher was entangled in a chaos of feelings.

Times had changed everything, yet what could one do about it?

…

"You really haven’t changed a bit," Chu Liang said, watching the little girl nibbling on a fruit with a helpless smile.

Before the Whale-Riding Immortal left, he had already told him the girl's name: Jiang Guo[2]... quite a straightforward name indeed.

Fortunately, as the owner of the largest berry garden in the Divine Nine and Terrestrial Ten, Chu Liang always carried plenty of stock with him.

On one hand, these berries, while not rich in spiritual energy, could still supplement vital energy. If one were trapped while adventuring, a few berries would be enough to maintain energy for a long duration. Otherwise, regardless of how high one’s cultivation level, there was always the risk of energy depletion over time. By then, one would be at a loss.

On the other hand, these berries were perfect for gifting whenever he crossed paths with notable figures in the world of immortality cultivation. He could share a few for them to taste, effectively promoting his products. If they liked what they tried, there was a chance they would make a big order.

When he was at the headquarters of the Imperial Supervisory Bureau, he managed to secure a long-term sales agreement.

Although Red Cotton Peak was thriving, Chu Liang had never abandoned his berry business. After all, this was the starting product that laid the groundwork for his success. It had not been easy managing this brand, and the profits it generated were still significant.

In such a short while, little Jiang Guo had already eaten over ten berries and showed no sign of stopping. Chu Liang had not expected them to be this addictive.

Unbeknownst to Chu Liang, Jiang Guo had been purified by the enchanted formation on the Holy Mountain, which helped suppress the deathly qi within her. She no longer felt a compulsion to attack living beings. However, deep down, she still craved blood and qi, hoping to absorb them to boost her strength.

As spirit plants and energy-rich pills were quite valuable, they couldn't be given to her as common food. The Golden Vein Berry, however, held a trace of qi, which satisfied her cravings. Moreover, it was delicious, so it became her favorite.

Previously, the Whale-Riding Immortal had stolen a large number of berry seedlings from Mount Shu, but he only managed to cultivate a small batch on the Holy Mountain in the Northern Regions. Consequently, their daily supply was limited, and the little girl couldn't eat as much as she desired.

Now that she had finally run into Chu Liang, the berry mogul, she naturally indulged herself in a lavish spread.

In the sky, sparks of light and gusts of black wind would pass by one after another. Occasionally, a divine sense would sweep over Chu Liang, but upon sensing that he was a member of the Dark King Sect, no one paid him any more attention.

The members from different halls, who were stationed in front to intercept Granny Meng, also came to Fengya Mountain in succession. It appeared that all the attempts to intercept Granny Feng had failed.

This wasn’t unexpected, as Granny Meng was a seventh-realm Eminent One and had been part of the Dark King Sect for many years. Given her familiarity with the sect’s affairs, it was far too challenging to capture her with these forces.

At that moment, a jolt vibrated through his chest.

He took it out and saw it was the Soul Subjugator Token. Having previously informed the Violet Gold Marquess of their location at Fengya Mountain, it was likely that support from that side had now arrived.

Indeed, it was just as he suspected.

[Eastern-Route Guider]: "Where are all of you located?"

[Fifty-Eighth]: "We’re all at Fengya Mountain. The sect leader has decided to intercept Granny Meng here."

Though Chu Liang was not present on Fengya Mountain, he had to give this answer because the Whale-Riding Immortal was currently using his identity, while he himself was now just an outsider playing caretaker.

[Eastern-Route Guider]: "I will first scout the outskirts of Fengya Mountain. I cannot approach too recklessly, as it might alert the Four Halls of Darkness. The Marquess wishes to locate Granny Meng before she enters Fengya Mountain. Keep me updated on any changes."

[Fifty-Ninth]: "The first wave of yin entities is swarming into Fengya Mountain right now. We’re doing our best to fend them off. Granny Meng might be hiding among them or watching from the periphery. It's great that the Marquess is here! With the Marquess here, we feel more confident. With the Marquess here, life will surely be easier..."

[Sixtieth]: "Noted."

[Fifty-Eighth]: "We’ve been stationed around Fengya Mountain, so we don’t have much information about Granny Meng’s whereabouts. Sir, if you want to know more, you can try asking the other hall members. They are currently rushing here from the front and should have a better idea of her current location."

[Guiders Eastern-Route Guider]: "I understand the situation now. Be careful in everything you do. I will see if I can capture a member from another hall on the outskirts to ask for more information."

With those final words, the Guiders Eastern-Route Guider exited the Soul Subjugator Token.

Let the dogs eat each other. Chu Liang muttered inwardly as he put the Soul Subjugator Token away.

He sent the Eastern-Route Guider to collect intel from the other hall members with the aim of sowing discord. Naturally, the members from the other hall would never provide the information easily, which meant the Eastern-Route Guider would have to resort to using specific tactics.

If the tension escalated between the Violet Gold Marquess and the Four Halls of Darkness, the easier it would be for him and his companions to hide in the chaos. Obviously, he hoped that the Dark King Sect would become even more chaotic.

While he was lost in thought, a sudden whoosh caught his attention as a beam of light descended onto the top of a nearby hill.

It was an elderly man with white hair and dressed in a black robe. He shot a sharp glance at Chu Liang, and his divine sense swept through the area, locking onto him instantly.

Chu Liang naturally detected the elderly man's presence. He displayed a strong cultivation level and approached in a threatening manner, prompting Chu Liang to be on guard.

Without saying a word, the man abruptly raised his hand and unleashed a black light from his sleeve!

Chu Liang instantly recognized the technique; it was the Soul-Piercing Nail, a divine skill he knew well!

When he first ventured into the martial world, he had fallen victim to this precise technique. At that time, it was the Soul Subjugator of the Dark King Sect who had used this technique to subdue him and Song Qingyi. This was a secret technique used by the Soul Subjugators serving the Violet Gold Marquess.

However, the Golden Core Realm Soul Subjugator from that day was significantly weaker than the black-robed man before him. With a casual gesture, the man conjured howling shadows like black lightning, suggesting he was at least a sixth-realm cultivator!

Wait a minute...

As soon as he recognized the origin of the divine skill, Chu Liang instantly remembered what the Eastern-Route Guider had said earlier.

It was the conversation he remembered having with the Eastern-Route Guider. It was he himself who had sown discord, urging the Eastern-Route Guider to capture another member from the Four Halls of Darkness at the outskirts to interrogate…

Ah. So I am the other dog, huh?

1. Line from Chapter 302. ☜

2. 果(Guo) means fruit. ☜

GLTD Alternate Universe's Thoughts

Translator: GT

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