Chapter 1072 - 484: The Demeanor of a Master

"That’s right! Such a scene, I really haven’t seen it in other scorching places!"

Li Yunjing agreed telepathically.

After traveling five hundred miles, the cultivators saw that the area ahead was shrouded in mist, almost obscuring the view.

In fact, these were all underground fire oil and lava, occasionally surfacing and burning into a sea of fire.

Suddenly, a piercing shriek sounded from the sky. A huge golden eagle, with wings spanning thirty-three yards, stirred up a gale, flying over the troop and kicking up a whirlwind of yellow sand.

This was the first living creature Li Yunjing and his companions had seen since entering the desert!

On the back of the golden eagle stood dozens of people, all dressed in black, seemingly surprised at the group below.

However, seeing the convoy, they didn’t harbor malice.

Who would transport treasures by caravan?

Ordinary low-tier materials, no matter how many there are, aren’t worth much!

"It’s the people from the Netherworld Ghost Sect!"

Fu Chao telepathically communicated.

"Ignore them! At this time, we can’t act just for a few people!"

Li Yunjing remained calm as he communicated with Fu Chao, Yu Yunyi, and Lv Ruoxi.

The golden eagle circled above the troop twice more, causing a commotion among many people in the group, but Nangong Yuan’s loud shout managed to stabilize them.

At the same time, Nangong Yuan signaled the people below to raise a black banner with the golden characters "Nangong" embroidered on it.

The banner flapped loudly in the wind.

The people above seemed to have seen the characters on the banner. The golden eagle screeched again before vanishing into the clouds.

"It seems the Netherworld Ghost Sect’s defenses are quite strict!"

Lv Ruoxi said.

At this moment, they clearly understood that this was a patrol team from the Netherworld Ghost Sect, specifically guarding against infiltration from the Shenxiao Dao Sect.

"Hmm! Joining the Nangong Family’s caravan has its advantages!"

Li Yunjing secretly communicated, feeling a sense of relief.

He really didn’t want to be discovered just after entering the Netherworld Ghost Sect’s territory, as that would be a huge trouble.

Even if he were as strong as iron, he couldn’t break through Youyue Country to reach the Endless Mountain Range.

"Everyone, don’t worry. After moving a bit further, there will be an oasis."

After the golden eagle left, Nangong Yuan signaled to put away the banner and loudly encouraged the group.

As for why not keep the banner out?

In Youyue Country, the Netherworld Ghost Sect still respects the Nangong Family’s emblem somewhat.

But other forces might not give face!

Especially the Tribulation Cultivators hired by the Laws Association, who would surely attack any affiliated forces of the Netherworld Ghost Sect they see.

Nangong Yuan surely wouldn’t dare to flaunt their banner!

However, at this moment, a cloud of sand rose in the distance, and a group of Tribulation Cultivators riding sand wolves appeared.

The Nangong Family was too late in putting away the banner!

"Not good, it’s the desert Tribulation Cultivators!"

Huang Yun gripped her long sword tightly, looking nervous.

"Everyone, maintain formation, don’t panic! We have plenty of people and many experts. These Tribulation Cultivators can’t do much to us!"

Nangong Yuan shouted along with them.

Under the leadership of Nangong Yuan and Huang Yun, the Nangong Family was the first to prepare, setting up formation, ready to face the enemy.

"What should we do?"

Fu Chao asked.

"What else can we do? Go easy, but act when necessary. Kill if we must!"

Li Yunjing communicated irritably.

These Tribulation Cultivators were the ones Li Yunjing hated the most, but since they were in the territory of the Netherworld Ghost Sect, indirectly assisting the Shenxiao Dao Sect.

With a change in stance, Li Yunjing looked more favorably upon these Tribulation Cultivators.

However, he had accepted Spirit Stones from the Nangong Family to ensure the caravan’s safety, so he couldn’t stand by and do nothing.

Therefore, when it was time to act, he still had to act. Best to scare these people away, let them retreat, preserving the strength of the Tribulation Cultivators, and fulfilling his task.

Just as Li Yunjing and the others secretly reached an agreement, the Tribulation Cultivators charged at them with a roar.

"This road is opened by me, this tree planted by me. If you want to pass, leave a toll!"

Leading them was a burly man with a face full of scars, brandishing a Ghost Head Saber.

Hearing this, Li Yunjing’s eye twitch slightly; indeed, robbers the world over share much in common!

"You think you can block us?"

Nangong Yuan faced them with a cold expression and said, "This is the Nangong Family’s caravan. Show some respect and leave! Otherwise, don’t blame the Nangong Family for not being polite!"

"Nangong Family? In this desert, no matter the family, today we’re determined to seize this fortune!"

The burly man with a face full of scars listened to Nangong Yuan’s words and not only didn’t retreat but laughed loudly instead. His laughter echoed in the desert, carrying a hint of arrogance.

"Charge!"

With that, he waved his hand and the Tribulation Cultivators behind him spurred their sand wolves into a fan shape, rushing towards the caravan, stirring up a massive sandstorm, threatening and aggressive.

"Damn it! These people are here to kill; robbery is just an excuse! This might be a force supported by the Sect!"

Li Yunjing’s face darkened as he immediately shared his concerns with Yu Yunyi, Lv Ruoxi, and Fu Chao.

"Then we can’t kill too many!"

Fu Chao quickly said.

The frontline is tense, and having more people is better. If they’re "our people," naturally, we shouldn’t slaughter excessively, as that would truly benefit the Netherworld Ghost Sect.