Chapter 424: Someone Is Still Targeting Us

As long as we solve this problem, we can make her lose the source of her power.

You should first go to the Blood Moon Sect to search for clues; you might find something.

Lu Yuan frowned tightly: "But the Blood Moon Sect has already defected to the Red Lotus Sect; if we go in, we will likely encounter strong obstruction."

The Supreme Dao Ancestor said solemnly: "Yes, you must make full preparations."

The Black Flame Sect's protection of the Red Lotus Sect's Auspicious Cloud Mountain Cave is also increasing day by day.

You must oppose them with your team's strength and make use of your respective excellent skills and techniques.

That's correct.

Lu Yuan took a deep breath and immediately felt the abundant immortal power within his body.

Master, please rest assured.

We will not disappoint the expectations you have for us.

The Supreme Dao Ancestor nodded: "Very good." In a quiet secret room of the Youhun Sect Leader's Hall, Hong Lietian sat cross-legged on an embroidered soft couch, with a wicked aura surrounding him.

He closed his eyes and focused, his eyes revealing a hint of cunning light.

This leader of the Youhun Sect was only curious about the "Suppress Origin Cave Heaven," because he had heard that this legendary place contained boundless spiritual power.

Hong Lietian clenched his fists and sneered: "Since Gu Qingwan and Lu Yuan have appeared following the Supreme Dao Ancestor, they must know some secrets about the Suppress Origin Cave Heaven."

I must find a way to uncover it.

He leaned on the couch, closed his eyes, and pondered what to do next.

Now the Red Lotus Sect and the Blood Moon Sect have joined forces; if we could obtain information about the Suppress Origin Cave Heaven, perhaps we could change the situation.

Just as Hong Lietian was lost in thought, sudden footsteps sounded from outside the hall.

He furrowed his brows slightly, immediately regained composure, and covered his face with a thin layer of wicked aura.

Then, a ghost‑like attendant ran into the secret room, trembling as he said: "Sect Leader, Gu Qingwan has fulfilled the requirement; she promised to lead us into the Suppress Origin Cave Heaven."

Upon hearing this, Hong Lietian felt a surge of joy in his heart.

He stood up and sneered: "Good!"

Now we finally have a chance to grasp the secrets of the Suppress Origin Cave Heaven.

He stepped out of the hall and came onto the square.

Gu Qingwan, Lu Yuan, and their party were waiting there.

Gu Qingwan saw Hong Lietian appear, frowned slightly. Gu Qingwan smiled faintly, a flash of cleverness in her eyes.

She knew Hong Lietian was very confident in his own strength, but she also believed in her own abilities and strategies.

Thus, Gu Qingwan stood still in place, deliberately making way.

Hong Lietian gave a vicious laugh and charged straight at Gu Qingwan.

He waved the magic staff in his hand, and dark energy burst forth from his whole body.

He believed his strength was enough to defeat anyone, including this seemingly weak woman before him.

However, Gu Qingwan lightly dodged Hong Lietian's attack.

She used ice‑system immortal arts to condense an ice wall, firmly sealing those dark energies within it.

At the same time, she quickly began setting up a formation.

Seeing this, Hong Lietian's eyes revealed a hint of contempt and anger.

"Do you think you can stop me?"

"How ridiculous!" he shouted angrily.

Gu Qingwan calmly replied: "I do not intend to stop you; I only wish to provide a safe environment for our transaction."

Hong Lietian stared for a moment, then gave a vicious laugh and turned to lunge at Gu Qingwan.

However, as he approached, he suddenly felt the surrounding air currents become unusually turbulent.

He realized he had fallen into a formation.

Gu Qingwan watched Hong Lietian's flustered expression and nodded satisfied.

A hint of teasing gradually appeared in her eyes.

"Do you really think I would be so easily defeated by you?"

Hong Lietian roared, and his body rapidly burst forth with dark energy.

He struggled desperately, trying to break free from the formation's bonds.

But no matter how hard he tried, it was to no avail.

Gu Qingwan watched this scene and couldn't help but smile.

"Perhaps you think this formation has bound you for too long." she said softly.

Hong Lietian showed a look of panic, but then quickly regained his composure.

"As long as I persist, I will eventually break through this formation."

Gu Qingwan smiled faintly: "Then please continue your efforts."

She watched Hong Lietian grow ever weaker, knowing he had reached his limit. Lu Yuan hurried to the Youhun Sect Leader's Hall, using his agile Shenqi to traverse the hall's corridors, sensing Gu Qingwan's danger.

Upon stepping into the Sect Leader's Hall, he immediately scanned the surroundings with sharp eyes.

Inside the Youhun Sect Leader's Hall was pitch black, only a faint spiritual light emanating from candles that flickered like ghost flames.

Lu Yuan felt a wicked aura permeating the air, and he focused his attention on listening to the surrounding movements.

Suddenly, Hong Lietian slowly emerged from the shadows.

He curled the corner of his mouth into a cold smile: "Lu Yuan, it seems you are also the finest among fools."

Lu Yuan coldly stared at Hong Lietian: "Hong Lietian, do you think you can frighten me?"

"I have long known your malice."

Hong Lietian was angered by Lu Yuan's calm and unmoved attitude.

You little brat, you're incredibly bold!

The Red Lotus Old Ancestor will break the seal; no one can stop him!

Lu Yuan gave a light smile, "Red Lotus Old Ancestor?"

Heh, how could he be mentioned in the same breath as you heretical sects?

Hong Lietian's anger rose to the heavens, dark energy violently surging through his whole body.

His intimidating voice roared, "Do you really think you can stop us? Get lost!"

Otherwise, I will make you taste endless suffering.

Lu Yuan frowned slightly, his crimson robe glowing with golden light on his arm.

He showed no weakness, raising his Thunderfire Sword as lightning gathered on the blade into a solid protective barrier.

"Don't underestimate me, Hong Lietian." Lu Yuan stared sharply at the enemy across from him.

First, get past my level, then we'll talk.

Hong Lietian froze, his face filling with terror.

He never expected Lu Yuan to be this strong, far exceeding his expectations.

Gu Qingwan stood to the side, secretly admiring Lu Yuan's strength and courage.

"Indeed, worthy of Senior Brother Lu!" she silently praised. Lu Yuan's group walked along the mountain road leading to the Nine Heavens Grotto-heaven, steep cliffs behind them and a lush valley ahead.

They were carrying out the mission entrusted by the Supreme Dao Ancestor, searching for the mysterious treasure hidden within the Nine Heavens Grotto-heaven.

As they proceeded along the mountain path, a pleasant zither melody drifted from afar.

Lu Yuan felt a stir in his heart, sensing powerful immortal aura flowing within the melody.

He focused his gaze and saw a middle-aged man in silver-light battle robes, extraordinarily handsome, playing the zither alone there.

This person was the most esteemed existence in the Northern Abyss—the Silver Yang True Person.