Chapter 732: line with translation of chapter title

732. Chapter 730 Lei Huo Dan Ge Selection Trial Season

The elder immediately reported to Zi Cui Ling the details of the recently discovered demonic cultivator activities.

They discovered some strange movements and suspicious activities, but could not determine whether these people were truly demonic cultivators.

After hearing the elder's report, Zi Cui Ling pondered for a moment and said, "I have a Fobao here that can detect faint demonic qi."

"I can sell it to Lei Huo Dan Ge and help you confirm their identities."

Upon hearing this, the elder felt delighted and said, "Thank you very much, Miss Zi Cui Ling!"

"May I ask how many immortal coins this Fobao costs?"

Zi Cui Ling smiled and said, "This Fobao is extremely rare; it requires three thousand immortal coins to purchase."

The Nascent Soul Stage elders hesitated at Zi Cui Ling's price, but considering the urgency of resolving the demonic cultivator issue, they ultimately decided to raise funds to purchase it.

Soon after, Lei Huo Dan Ge obtained the Fobao for detecting demonic qi and immediately began using it.

Through this Fobao, they confirmed that some Golden Core Stage cultivators possessed demonic cultivator identities.

Upon hearing this news, Lei Huo Dan Ge immediately convened an internal meeting to discuss countermeasures.

They decided to use the upcoming ancient ruins expedition plan to secretly investigate hidden demonic cultivators, and to use generous rewards as bait to deter those in hiding.

At the meeting, Lu Yuan voiced his opinion: "I think we should form an elite team, personally led by several Nascent Soul Stage elders."

"We can harness the power of the ancient ruins to strengthen our own strength and, in the process, eradicate those demonic cultivators."

Everyone nodded in approval of the suggestion and began to discuss the specific plan and division of labor.

In an emergency meeting, a Nascent Soul Stage elder conveyed the news: an ancient ruin had been discovered in the Xinan mountains.

As a reward, the Nanzhou Alliance granted Lei Huo Dan Ge ten exploration slots, which excited many disciples and elders.

To select members qualified for the Nanzhou expedition, the sect arranged a series of assessment activities; those who passed would have the opportunity to stay in Nanzhou for further study or to seek fortune.

The meeting room was crowded with people, the atmosphere tense yet full of anticipation.

Lu Yuan and Su Liyan sat in positions opposite the Nascent Soul Stage elders, silently exchanging glances.

They knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; if they could successfully pass the trials and enter the ancient ruins, they could greatly enhance their cultivation with the ruins' power.

"Fellow cultivators, please pay attention."

A middle-aged man in a vermilion robe stood up and said, "Next we will conduct the selection trial season."

"Participants need to pass a series of assessment items to demonstrate their strength."

"This assessment covers immortal techniques, formation techniques, the use of divine artifacts, and teamwork ability."

"I hope everyone will give their all and showcase the prowess of Lei Huo Dan Ge!"

Lu Yuan's gaze was firm; he had long looked forward to this assessment opportunity.

As the Sect Master of Lei Huo Dan Ge, he could not let down everyone's expectations of him.

Su Liyan tightly gripped her Ice Crystal Long Whip, her heart also filled with confidence and determination.

After the announcement, sect members were divided into ten groups for the assessment, personally supervised by Nascent Soul Stage elders.

Each group proceeded to its own assessment site.

Lu Yuan's third group headed into a dense forest to begin the trial.

At the same time, in Hong Lietian's private chamber, several confidants discussed countermeasures and worried that this assessment might expose their secret collusion with the Xueying Sect.

Hong Lietian furrowed his brow, pacing back and forth in the room; they all knew that if exposed, the consequences would be unimaginable.

At this moment, a subordinate cautiously stepped forward to report: "My lord, we have just received word that Lei Huo Dan Ge's assessment has begun."

Hong Lietian halted his steps, his face grim: "Good! I will immediately notify the Xueying Sect members and ask them to make full preparations."

At the same time, upon hearing this news, Lu Yuan initially felt elated; however, after discussing it with Su Liyan, he realized this might be Lei Huo Dan Ge's attempt to ferret out hidden infiltrators, and thus began to replan his subsequent actions.

"We cannot act rashly."

Su Liyan furrowed her brows, "The Sect Master of Lei Huo Dan Ge surely intends for us to participate in this assessment; the purpose is likely to investigate our background."

Lu Yuan nodded, also understanding this in his heart: "So we must not show any suspicious signs; we must enter the ancient ruins through proper assessment means."

The two tacitly discussed for a moment and ultimately decided to stay as low-key as possible during the assessment.

They aimed to steadily enter the ancient ruins and seek an opportunity to sabotage the Xueying Sect's plot.

Lu Yuan stood at the gate of Lei Huo Dan Ge's ceremonial hall, watching the coming and going disciples of the sect.

Each of them wore tense expressions, anticipation and anxiety intertwined on their faces, for they were about to head to Nanzhou to undertake an important mission.

As the Sect Master of Lei Huo Dan Ge, Lu Yuan felt proud and burdened with great responsibility.

This mission is extremely crucial.

In Nanzhou, an ancient ruin has been discovered, said to contain many inheritances and treasures.

Lei Huo Dan Ge has been selected to lead the exploration of this dangerous and mysterious land.

Lu Yuan was also assigned to the first batch of the exploration team; he felt both excited and nervous.

Beside him, Su Liyan lightly patted Lu Yuan's shoulder, offering encouragement and support.

She is one of Lu Yuan's closest partners and his most reliable assistant.

As an expert in ice immortal arts, Su Liyan provides strong auxiliary support to the team.

Inside the ceremonial hall, three Nascent Soul Stage elders were conducting the assessment using an ancient bronze mirror.

This ancient bronze mirror is an important magical artifact of the sect, possessing strong detection capabilities.

First, Golden Core Stage disciples underwent examination, followed by Foundation Establishment Stage disciples.

Lu Yuan noticed that each person displayed a faint red glow under the ancient bronze mirror.

This is a signal suggesting that they contain trace amounts of demonic qi within their bodies.

Demonic qi is dangerous; it can cause one's cultivation power to lose control, and even lead to falling into the path of evil cultivators.

Regarding this phenomenon, the elders decided to record these individuals' names and handle them after all assessments conclude.

Lu Yuan furrowed his brows, and a slight worry arose.

He knew that demonic qi signified potential danger, and the sect's main task was to prevent the spread of demonic qi and the intrusion of evil forces.

He suspected whether there was some shameful secret hidden in Lei Huo Dan Ge.

As the examination proceeded deeper, Lu Yuan felt increasingly heavy-hearted.

He began to recall the matter of Hong Lietian colluding with the Xueying Sect.

This secret had always weighed on his mind, and it made him feel even more pressure.

Su Liyan noticed Lu Yuan's solemn expression and asked, "What happened?"

Lu Yuan let out a soft sigh, "I suspect someone inside Lei Huo Dan Ge is colluding with the Xueying Sect." (End of chapter)