Chapter 162

Xie Wanwan looked at the nosebleed on Pang He's face.

She couldn't help it!

With a "pfft" sound.

Ren Xue also had a smile on her face.

Pang He only felt his cheeks burning; he hurriedly wiped the uncontrollable crimson from his nose with a handkerchief, but the flow was so fierce that the more he wiped, the more there was, and both sides of his face were covered in it.

The Ruan brothers, originally steady people, also laughed out loud at this moment, but hindered by Beside Lan Yu's presence, they forcibly restrained themselves.

Pang He felt a bit angry and swept his gaze toward the Ruan brothers, but there was no fear in their eyes.

Yu Ke, however, had no reaction, as busy as ever with his dinner plate.

There was another piece of bright red fish on his chopsticks, which he put into his mouth slowly without hesitation.

Pang He stared fixedly at Yu Ke's face.

After the Eagle-Ox Fish hit his stomach, there was only a momentary flush, which then slowly dissipated and disappeared.

Pang He still couldn't believe it!

Within the Great Zhou Realm, the cultivation bases of aristocratic descendants were all on par, and although Yu Ke was diligent and never stopped, his talent was indeed slightly inferior by comparison.

Compared to Zhou Liang, his cultivation and combat power were both a notch lower.

In the past, when Pang He and Zhou Liang clashed, the two were evenly matched, and it was hard to tell who was better.

Logically, Yu Ke should be even weaker than him.

How could this be!

Pang He was now extremely embarrassed; fortunately, Brother Beside Lan Yu seemed to have been keeping his eyes closed and hadn't noticed him.

Pang He glanced sideways at Yu Ke, snorted through his nose, and then turned to walk into the back hall of Zuijiang Yue to find a place to wash up.

During this time, there was only the sound of Yu Ke eating.

Although the others weren't hungry, Yu Ke was eating so deliciously that everyone picked up their chopsticks and tasted a few bites.

After Pang He returned, he stood to the side, looking at Yu Ke with disdain, and couldn't help but think: "Like a starving ghost reincarnated!"

Yu Ke was full, slowly put down his chopsticks, and gave a light burp.

Pang He sat opposite him, full of disgust.

Disgraceful!

Xie Wanwan's gaze fell on the empty plates in front of Yu Ke, and she remembered the scene of Yu Ke washing rice and cooking alone in the courtyard.

And the figure of Brother Yu practicing hard in the courtyard regardless of wind, rain, thunder, or lightning—that indomitable will.

This Brother Yu seemed to have a poor background in the Yu family, belonging to a side branch, so he was exceptionally hardworking.

Xie Wanwan couldn't help but feel a trace of heartache!

Beside Lan Yu opened his eyes at the right moment.

Within his pair of vertical pupils, there seemed to be a sense of pure gold.

The few people at the table immediately noticed, their expressions all turned stern, and they quickly adjusted their sitting postures.

Even Ren Xue didn't dare to be negligent!

Everyone hadn't forgotten the purpose of this trip.

Yu Ke was the same, looking at this "Quiet Water Dragon Lord."

The real main event was about to begin!

A true transmission disciple waiting here specifically.

There must be something extraordinary going on.

Everyone seemed to have been looking forward to this for a long time; only Yu Ke arrived late and didn't know the truth of the matter.

Beside Lan Yu spoke slowly:

"I asked you junior brothers and sisters to come this time because I need help with something."

Yu Ke was curious!

Why would an inner true transmission disciple of the Profound Heaven Sect need to use several disciples at the Second Heavenly Ladder Realm?

Pang He, upon hearing this, hurriedly bowed and saluted, his tone full of respect:

"If Brother has any orders, we will certainly do our best!"

The others also echoed his sentiment.

Beside Lan Yu nodded slightly and continued:

"This mission is actually a rare opportunity for you all. I presume you are no strangers to the name of the Hidden Immortal Land."

"The Hidden Immortal Land!"

In Yu Ke's mind, the mysterious "Double-Pupil" Li Qingshui, who had helped organize a gathering for Zhou Liang last time, appeared involuntarily.

Xie Wanwan and the others had expected this, and anticipation couldn't help but show in their eyes.

The Ruan brothers were both slightly excited.

The Hidden Immortal Land!

It is a secret realm left behind by ancient cultivators, and every one of them contains endless opportunities and treasures.

Legend has it that some have obtained supreme divine abilities and heaven-reaching magic treasures there, greatly increasing their strength, and from then on soaring into the sky to become legendary figures in the cultivation world.

Every time a Hidden Immortal Land trial opens in the Profound Heaven Sect, it is a major event that everyone in the sect competes for, and the competition is exceptionally fierce.

His predecessor was the one who, knowing there was no hope of entering the Hidden Immortal Land, took a desperate gamble to attempt Foundation Establishment.

And now!

These Hidden Immortal Lands are springing up like bamboo shoots after rain, which is truly strange!

Beside Lan Yu seemed to have perceived Yu Ke's confusion.

Unexpectedly!

Beside Lan Yu actually spoke to explain for him:

"The Hidden Immortal Land this time is a newly discovered place, a secret realm not yet fully explored, Yellow Rank, Low Grade. The sect has decided to entrust this to the disciples of Xiangzhang Peak and Yuqing Peak to be responsible for together."

"Originally, we had already gathered enough manpower, but I didn't expect the changes in the Hidden Immortal Land to be so unexpected; I presume you have all heard something about it."

The gazes of the few shifted slightly.

In Yu Ke's mind, the miserable state of the first batch of disciples flashed by; they had all disappeared in the Hidden Immortal Land without exception, and only one person had escaped by luck, but they were also mentally deranged.

"Today, the second batch of people also returned, and you might not know the news yet."

Beside Lan Yu paused, his tone carrying an imperceptible heaviness.

"Of the second batch of disciples, only one inner disciple survived!"

"So the matter is urgent, which is why I asked Junior Sister Ren to help organize this gathering."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone was shocked, looking at each other, their faces filled with disbelief.

One person survived from the first batch.

Only one person survived from the second batch as well.

Yu Ke's heart was even more shaken; the fate of the second batch of disciples who entered was also so tragic, which made him worry about Zhou Liang, who was about to enter the Hidden Immortal Land.

This Yellow Rank, Low Grade trial seemed unusual.

The time for Zhou Liang and the others to enter as the third batch was set for three days later.

Today is June 14th!

Yu Ke recalled the waist token Li Qingshui gave him, which was for the date of July 7th.

"So the inner sect elders attach great importance to this; whether it is Yuqing Peak or Xiangzhang Peak, several true transmission disciples have already been dispatched to join in."

"Three days later, we depart immediately!"

As soon as these words were spoken!

Yu Ke secretly thought that this date coincided exactly with the time Zhou Liang and the others were departing.

Last time Li Qingshui gathered the few, everyone going together had already reached the Second Heavenly Ladder Perfected Realm.

No!

Xie Wanwan had only joined for three years, her cultivation should just be at the Second Heavenly Ladder Small Zhou Tian Realm.

It seems the overall strength has decreased; could it be that the trial personnel are already insufficient to this extent?

Most importantly!

The one common feature of the two batches of people is that they all belong to the aristocratic families of the Great Zhou Divine Dynasty.

Whether it is Li Qingshui or Beside Lan Yu, they are all people of the Great Zhou Divine Dynasty.

In other words, they are their own people!

Beside Lan Yu continued:

"This time, I also thank Junior Sister Ren for gathering everyone, however, this trip only requires four people."

His eyes swept over the five people.

Yu Ke's expression was calm, while the others were slightly nervous; the Hidden Immortal Land trial is of great importance, how could it be taken lightly?

Pang He originally thought he would definitely have a spot; his cultivation exceeded Xie Wanwan's and Yu Ke's, but because of his previous loss of composure, he couldn't hide his anxiety at this moment.

The Ruan brothers came together and wanted to take two spots.

Ren Xue organized the gathering, so she definitely needed one spot.

Then the remaining three, like Yu Ke, were all unstable.

The little rich girl Xie Wanwan was also somewhat restless.

The Hidden Immortal Land is the greatest opportunity among the outer sect!

Beside Lan Yu finally looked at Pang He and Xie Wanwan and said:

"This time, I might have to apologize to Junior Brother Pang and Junior Sister Xie."

Although Xie Wanwan had expected the result, she was still somewhat disappointed, but she composed herself and smiled:

"It's fine, thank you Brother Lan!"

Then, among the three, the only one selected was.

Yu Ke!

Ren Xue also smiled at him.

The Ruan brothers were the same!

Pang He was unwilling, but hindered by Beside Lan Yu's majesty, he could only forcibly suppress his anger and stare coldly at Yu Ke.

Yu Ke was quite surprised by this, not having expected that he would actually be able to obtain such an opportunity, after all, he had been blocked out last time.

Xie Wanwan also couldn't hide her envy.

This trip to the Yellow Rank, Low Grade Hidden Immortal Land, with a Third Heavenly Ladder Foundation Establishment true transmission disciple personally leading the team, undoubtedly greatly reduced the danger factor.

Moreover, this is a mysterious place not yet fully explored, and the opportunities and fortunes contained within are naturally immeasurable.

It counts as a "heaven-splashing opportunity" among the outer sect.

However!

What Yu Ke thought in his heart was different from everyone else. He knew clearly that he possessed a heaven-defying treasure like the "Kunxu Cauldron," sufficient to simulate the reincarnation of a heavenly human, and embarking on the path of the strong was just around the corner.

What he needs now is time; there is no need to take this risk!

Stay low and don't be reckless!

After Yu Ke pondered for a moment, he said:

"Brother Lan, please forgive me, but I'm afraid I can't go this time."

As soon as these words were spoken.

Xie Wanwan's cherry lips parted slightly, her eyes full of disbelief.

The Ruan brothers also looked at each other, their faces filled with shock; they had never seen anyone dare to refuse Beside Lan Yu's warm invitation so directly.

On Beside Lan Yu's face, an emotional fluctuation appeared for the first time, and a look of surprise flashed across his brow.

This was truly rare for him, as if it were the first time since childhood that he had encountered such a direct refusal, and the other party was only an outer disciple.

As Yu Ke's words fell, a subtle tense atmosphere permeated the air.

After a brief silence, the few people didn't speak either.

Refusing a true transmission disciple, especially one as important as Beside Lan Yu within the Great Zhou Divine Dynasty, has unpredictable consequences.

Ren Xue was also astonished; she hadn't expected Yu Ke to give up such an opportunity.

Exploring the Hidden Immortal Land with a true transmission disciple not only means a huge opportunity but is also a recognition of strength and potential.

It can also expand connections and get familiar.

Beside Lan Yu personally organized the gathering and prepared a sumptuous banquet, which shows his importance and sincerity.

Yu Ke had his own considerations, and amidst the complex gazes of the crowd, he shook his head gently.

The corners of Pang He's mouth gradually curled into a playful smile; he secretly mocked Yu Ke's audacity in his heart.

In his view, this cultivation fanatic Yu Ke clearly knew nothing about the status of true transmission disciples, and even less about how terrifying the influence of true transmission disciples is within the inner sect.

Refusing Beside Lan Yu's invitation in front of everyone, how could Beside Lan Yu step down?

Just as everyone was harboring their own thoughts, the door of the private room was pushed open gently, interrupting the somewhat silent atmosphere of the banquet.

Everyone's gaze was cast toward the door involuntarily.

On both sides, maids respectfully pushed open the door of the private room.

A dignified woman dressed in a light purple long dress stepped in gracefully.

She was tall, her snow-white shoulders were faintly visible under the light gauze, her features were as exquisite as a painting, and especially the small black mole by her peach-blossom eyes added a few more points of charm.

The woman's appearance made Xie Wanwan and the others feel confused because they didn't know this woman with extraordinary temperament.

Beside Lan Yu, however, knew her.

He stood up to welcome her for the first time; although there was still no expression on his face, it was a rare serious look.

His actions further confirmed the extraordinary identity of the woman.

The woman walked closer slowly and greeted with a smile:

"Brother Lan and all the distinguished guests, are you eating well?"

Her tone was natural and generous!

Beside Lan Yu responded: "Thank you for the hospitality, Second Miss."

As soon as this sentence was spoken, everyone was shocked.

Second Miss!

To be called Second Miss at the Zuijiang Yue restaurant, there is only one person.

The proprietor of Zuijiang Yue outside, Second Miss.

So, this woman with extraordinary temperament was actually the behind-the-scenes proprietor of the famous Zuijiang Yue restaurant in the outer sect.

This news made everyone present feel surprised; they didn't expect Second Miss to be so beautiful.

Pang He's eyes even held a look of amazement.

Zuijiang Yue is not only famous in the outer sect, but also exists in the inner sect, and even in some major cultivation cities of the three continents.

It shows how great the power is!

And this woman being able to serve as the boss of this important restaurant in the outer sect, her status is naturally extraordinary, probably much higher than many elders in the sect.

She is an object that inner disciples probably have to curry favor with, but countless people find it hard to see her even once.

After realizing this point!

Xie Wanwan, the Ruan brothers, and Yu Ke and others hurriedly stood up to show respect to the woman.

Yu Ke naturally knew the ways of the world, so he naturally stood up with the crowd.

The woman didn't seem to care about the crowd's reaction; she just nodded faintly in response, her gaze always focused on Beside Lan Yu.

The few people present naturally weren't enough to attract her attention.

Only Beside Lan Yu, this true transmission disciple of the Profound Heaven Sect, had this qualification.

She had finished greeting them and said with a smile:

"Brother Lan, please enjoy your meal!"

After saying this!

She turned and prepared to leave.

Beside Lan Yu also nodded gently, watching the woman leave. In his eyes, there seemed to be a trace of imperceptible deep meaning, but he quickly returned to calmness.

Yu Ke was sitting outside the tables and chairs on both sides, and had just stood on the corridor to the side because he stood up to welcome the proprietress. When the woman passed by, he politely stepped aside to make way for her.

After the woman greeted Beside Lan Yu, the smile on her face faded.

When passing Yu Ke, her beautiful eyes looked straight ahead, her steps moved lightly, and her purple, noble long dress swayed gently.

Yu Ke lowered his head slightly!

The two slowly brushed past each other.

At this moment!

"Bang—"

The sky-blue jade Pixiu on the woman's wrist cracked and fell from her hand.

It hit the ground with a crisp sound like a jade plate.

It caused everyone to look sideways!

Yu Ke also couldn't help but turn his head.

The woman was stunned, her gaze looking blankly at the empty space on her left wrist, a trace of confusion flashing in her expression.

The jade Pixiu is broken!

This is not just an ordinary ornament, but a life-saving object given to her by her grandmother, a magic treasure that can suppress luck.

Her grandmother was a Great True Person Realm cultivator, famous for refining tools in the three continents; when she gave her this jade Pixiu in her early years, she had solemnly told her that as long as this object was present, it would keep her safe and smooth.

"Wealth does not flow out of the hand, a life of wealth and prosperity!"

Wealth in the cultivation world consists of wealth, law, and companions, and the Pixiu, as a gold-swallowing beast, can invisibly gather luck, only entering and not exiting.

At this moment, it actually broke!

She waved her hand, and the fragments scattered on the ground slowly floated up and gathered in her slender, white hands.

She was still somewhat incredulous; it was already shattered, and the spiritual rhyme within had also completely dissipated.

Her grandmother had also told her.

If the Pixiu breaks!

Then it means she has met the most precious person in her life.

Even the Pixiu cannot protect her!

She couldn't help but turn her head silently to look at the person who had just brushed past her.

It was the face of a young man with a gentle temperament.

His eyes were bright!

(End of chapter)