[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-imperial-cultivation":3,"chapter-imperial-cultivation-imperial-cultivation-chapter-421":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Imperial Cultivation",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1054480,1365,"Chapter 421: 418: Premonition","imperial-cultivation-chapter-421",421,"\u003Cp>Chapter 421: Premonition\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan said softly, “Our sect sincerely intends to assist the Princely Heir and knows what you need.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan looked thoughtfully in the direction marked on the map and smiled, “Are there any top experts or Great Grandmasters in the Dayou Camp?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan replied, “If there were Great Grandmasters, how could they be so miserable?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan asked, “Which Evil Sects are involved?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“There’s the Huaisu Sect, and the Heavenly Heart Sect. Although they’re Evil Sects, their actions aren’t that malevolent; otherwise, they would’ve been expelled from the army long ago.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“An Evil Sect is an Evil Sect, all deserve to be eliminated,” Chu Zhiyuan said indifferently, “Huaisu Sect… Heavenly Heart Sect…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew of these two Evil Sects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Evil Sects each harness Outer Heaven Power, using extreme methods to seek extreme advancement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These extreme methods are almost all about plundering and devouring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cultivation method of a True Sect is to refine oneself to seize the mysteries of heaven, while the Evil Sect’s method is to seize the opportunities of others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slaughter is their foundation, almost without exception, and their actions defy human nature, instilling fear and shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, monsters from the Evil Sects all deserve to be eliminated, ensuring no innocent person is wronged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Huaisu Sect and the Heavenly Heart Sect are no exception.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan said, “If the Phoenix Camp were to make a move, the Dayou Camp would be no match.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan pondered silently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan noticed his hesitation and asked puzzledly, “Does the Princely Heir still doubt our sect?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “My intuition is quite accurate and stronger than most.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan hastily added, “Does the Princely Heir sense something amiss?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was well aware of Chu Zhiyuan’s famous intuition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan slowly said, “My intuition tells me that something is wrong with the Dayou Camp, containing immense danger.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan lightly furrowed her brows, staring at him intently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “Miss Meng, do you have a solution?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan hesitated, “Could there be a Great Grandmaster in the Dayou Camp?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan replied, “Even if they’re not a Great Grandmaster, they’re almost equivalent and pose a significant danger to me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…I will send someone to check,” Meng Canglan said slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “No need to send anyone else; I will go personally. Miss Meng, accompany me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan tightly pressed her lips, her eyes flickering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, “I must trouble Miss Meng. What do you say?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan suddenly smiled, “The Princely Heir is indeed overly suspicious.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “It’s not that I’m overly suspicious, but your sect’s actions don’t inspire confidence.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Alright,” Meng Canglan slowly nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then let’s set off now.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Okay.” Meng Canglan nodded solemnly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>——\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mountain peak stood majestically, with a giant boulder towering at its summit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first glance, Eagle Beak Cliff appears like an eagle diving down, about to snatch a rabbit from the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan and Meng Canglan appeared midway up the opposite mountain peak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Situated deep within a forest, they gazed at the distant Eagle Beak Cliff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan was still dressed in the Biluo True Robe, while Meng Canglan had changed into a dark green combat uniform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their clothes blended seamlessly with the surrounding forest, indistinguishable from each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under Chu Zhiyuan’s Insight, he could clearly see the opposite mountain peak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He immediately discerned that there were only 1,136 people here, far from the original number of the Dayou Camp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After scanning each of their experts, he found two Grandmasters, fourteen Innates, with the rest being less than Innate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This strength is already noteworthy in the entire Da Jing army.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan turned to look at Meng Canglan, “The numbers don’t seem right.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had already used his Insight, confirming that there were no caves or hiding places, indeed only 1,136 people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan’s eyes shone brightly as she used her Eyesight to observe the opposite side, her brows knitted, also sensing something amiss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She also had a Miracle Technique that enhanced her Eyesight, allowing her to clearly see every spot and person on the opposite side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone could be seen unless they were in the shaded area, avoiding the sunlight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During this season, with such sunny weather, most were basking in the sun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After some quick calculations, she also sensed the inconsistency and frowned, “Could it be they’re divided into two groups?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Did you see your sect’s disciples?” Chu Zhiyuan asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “How about calling them over to ask?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Alright.” Meng Canglan ultimately agreed, then whistled a few crisp bird calls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These bird calls mixed with the rustling wind, drawing no attention at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But for a trained Wuyou Sect disciple, they were instantly recognizable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A quarter of an hour later, a skinny young man slipped into the forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was an unassuming young man whose presence was easily overlooked in a crowd. He clasped his fists in salute, “Greetings, Holy Daughter.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He saw Chu Zhiyuan next to Meng Canglan but only focused on Meng Canglan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan gently waved her hand, “Junior Brother Zhou, no need for formalities. What’s the situation?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Holy Daughter, they have lost the will to fight and are preparing to surrender.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan said, “They’re surrendering without a fight?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s already hard enough to find food; no one wants to endure this hardship any longer.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmm, that’s true. Staying in this secluded forest isn’t comfortable at all,” Meng Canglan nodded slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Gang Qi protecting her body, it was somewhat more bearable. Without it, staying in the wilderness would be incredibly bothersome.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though it’s winter and most animals are in hibernation, there are always some that aren’t and continuously harass them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This hardship is intolerable, and complaints are plenty. They probably can’t hold out for more than a few days before venturing out voluntarily.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan asked, “What about the others?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’ve parted ways with the others. Too many people leave traces easily, and there’s not enough food. We had to split up.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where did they go?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They went in different directions, one north and one south.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan spoke slowly, “Can you find where they are?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young man looked at Meng Canglan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan said softly, “Junior Brother Zhou, you can speak freely. He’s not an outsider.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Zhijia said, “They left marks, so we can find each other.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Please help me locate the other two spots,” Meng Canglan glanced at Chu Zhiyuan, understanding his intention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes.” Zhou Zhijia gritted his teeth and agreed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>——\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Zhijia took the lead, with Chu Zhiyuan and Meng Canglan following.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Zhijia searched for marks in front, moving swiftly, without hesitation or delay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan whispered, “Is there something wrong with these two teams of people?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She noticed Chu Zhiyuan’s expression, feeling it wasn’t quite right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan shook his head, “I hope I’m wrong.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Wrong about what?” Meng Canglan asked, puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “Are the experts of the Huaisu Sect and the Heavenly Heart Sect not present here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan looked at Zhou Zhijia, “Are the Evil Sect experts not on this side?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhou Zhijia nodded, “Indeed, they’re not here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “Could they each be leading a group?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…It seems they each are leading a group.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Does it have something to do with them?” Meng Canglan asked in a hushed voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “Hopefully, it has nothing to do with them… I just have a bad premonition.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan seemed puzzled, looking at him without understanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan snorted, “Evil Sects, didn’t you think of anything?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Evil Sects, killing?” Meng Canglan frowned, “Could they have gone out to wreak havoc among the populace?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan shook his head, saying no more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh?” Zhou Zhijia suddenly frowned, stopping and looking around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Senior Brother Zhou, what is it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Strange, the marks have disappeared.” Zhou Zhijia turned to Meng Canglan, scratching his head, “They are really gone.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meng Canglan looked around, frowning, “It seems they’re not around.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If someone were secretly watching, she would definitely sense it.\u003C\u002Fp>",1344,"2026-06-03T09:57:58.104Z","2026-06-14T10:32:41.524Z",1,"novelbin.me","aff683065c956bdb0d1cc31c3b7042803998fa973ffa906a48be1c19bdce9f53","imperial-cultivation-chapter-422","imperial-cultivation-chapter-420",1378,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimperial-cultivation-cover.jpg"]