Chapter 741: 741. Chapter 739: Dark Night Demon Traces

741. Chapter 739: Dark Night Demon Traces

Luo Tianhao asked anxiously.

Su Liyan gave a cold snort: "People like Zhou Jiewen aren't worth saying more about."

"But we can't just stand by; Feng Tianfeng has fallen into enemy hands."

Luo Tianhao nodded, knowing Su Liyan spoke the truth.

Zi Xi'er silently shuttled through the prosperous streets of Wufeng City, her gaze constantly scanning the crowd.

Wufeng City is a place of prosperous commerce, with crowds like woven threads and a dazzling variety of goods.

However, a powerful spiritual sense shield made it difficult for her to easily locate Feng Tianfeng's whereabouts.

To avoid drawing attention, Zi Xi'er disguised herself as a Foundation Establishment cultivator, mingling in the market for two hours, yet gained nothing.

She began to feel somewhat helpless, as this vast city hid too many secrets and conspiracies.

Just as Zi Xi'er felt disheartened, a sudden clamor reached her ears.

She immediately looked toward the direction of the sound and saw several fierce individuals beating a young cultivator.

Zi Xi'er hesitated not, charging into the crowd, waving her Ice Crystal Long Whip, and with agile movements repelled the thugs.

The young cultivator, seeing his savior appear, hurriedly thanked Zi Xi'er with a clasped-hand salute.

"Thank you, miss, for your help; I don't know how to repay you."

Zi Xi'er shook her head, smiling: "I merely did my part; as long as you're safe, that's enough."

The young cultivator looked somewhat reluctantly at Zi Xi'er's departing back, secretly resolving to quickly improve his cultivation so he wouldn't be bullied again.

Zi Xi'er continued to wander the streets of Wufeng City, intending to find a pharmacy to inquire about Feng Tianfeng's whereabouts.

Suddenly, a figure flashed through the crowd and appeared before her.

"Are you Zi Xi'er?"

The comer was Elder Fang of the Phantom Moon Sect; after staring at Zi Xi'er for a moment, he said.

"I've heard you're looking for Feng Tianfeng."

Zi Xi'er instantly became alert—how did this person know she was seeking Feng Tianfeng?

Seeing her reaction, Elder Fang hurriedly explained: "Rest assured, I mean no harm."

"Actually, the Holy Medicine Workshop may have some collusion with the Demonic Sect."

Zi Xi'er furrowed her brows slightly: "Holy Medicine Workshop? Feng Tianfeng might be there?"

Elder Fang nodded: "Yes, the Holy Medicine Workshop is the largest medicinal materials trading place in Wufeng City, and also the biggest supplier of holy medicines in the entire Southern Rapids Region."

"If someone has captured Feng Tianfeng, they are very likely to imprison him inside the Holy Medicine Workshop."

Zi Xi'er's heart stirred; she immediately decided to go to the Holy Medicine Workshop to investigate.

Following Elder Fang's guidance, Zi Xi'er arrived at the Holy Medicine Workshop in Wufeng City.

Although the crowds were thick here, it was unusually quiet.

Zi Xi'er entered warily, staying constantly on guard.

Inside the Holy Medicine Workshop, Zi Xi'er keenly noticed that the attendant who greeted guests was actually a demonic cultivator.

The clue Elder Fang provided was indeed correct—the Holy Medicine Workshop had ties to the Demonic Sect.

Zi Xi'er pondered her next steps.

She tentatively asked the shopkeeper whether there were any special goods trades, and displayed the rare spiritual medicine she carried—Silver Moon Flower.

Upon seeing the precious spiritual medicine, the shopkeeper's face showed shock, and he quickly composed himself.

He cautiously asked: "Esteemed immortal friend, where did you obtain such a precious spiritual medicine?"

Zi Xi'er smiled and explained: "That's not important; I just want to know if there are any special goods traded here."

The shopkeeper stared for a moment, then nodded thoughtfully: "Indeed, there are some special goods traded here, but it's not open to just anyone."

Zi Xi'er suddenly raised her eyebrows: "I can understand."

"Then may I ask, regarding my purpose, could you let me learn more?"

The shopkeeper fell silent; after a moment he slowly said: "Since you have precious spiritual medicine, I can consider giving you some clues."

Zi Xi'er felt a surge of joy—this was progress. She nodded slightly, indicating agreement.

The shopkeeper continued: "The Holy Medicine Workshop has a secret trading place underground, accessible only to those who possess a specific signal."

"I can provide you with the signal, but I don't know the exact location."

Zi Xi'er contemplated this information.

Although she couldn't yet confirm whether Feng Tianfeng was imprisoned in that secret trading place, at least she now had a direction.

"Alright, let's first head to the underground of the Holy Medicine Workshop following the signal you provided."

Zi Xi'er decided to accept the shopkeeper's proposal.

The shopkeeper nodded, then opened a small door hidden behind the counter.

He led Zi Xi'er into a dim and gloomy passage.

After walking a distance, they arrived before a heavy iron door.

The shopkeeper turned to Zi Xi'er: "The situation inside may be more dangerous than you imagine; please be careful."

Zi Xi'er nodded indifferently, quickly took a light pearl from her storage bag, and illuminated the passage.

The iron door creaked open, revealing a narrow, dark staircase.

Zi Xi'er took a deep breath and, without hesitation, stepped onto the staircase.

After going up and down a dozen or so steps, they reached a vast underground chamber.

The chamber was filled with a strong medicinal fragrance, and several guard demonic cultivators were patrolling around.

Zi Xi'er warily surveyed her surroundings, looking for a place to conceal herself.

In the hidden manor on the outskirts of Five Abundance City, Zi Xi'er used the divine sense imprint she left in the Holy Medicine Workshop during the day to confirm that this place was the secret stronghold of the demonic cultivators.

Through round-the-clock surveillance, she discovered that the manor was surrounded by exquisite warning formations.

Relying on the concealment power contained within the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword, Zi Xi'er slipped through the layers of defenses silently.

She continued deeper into the manor, discovering that the hall was ablaze with raging flames while the demonic cultivators were conducting a mysterious ritual.

They held black staffs, drawing a blood-red rune on the ground.

Zi Xi'er was secretly shocked; she immediately realized this was a summoning ritual, possibly intended to summon a more powerful demon.

Daring not to slacken in the slightest, Zi Xi'er quickly employed the Five Elements Escape Technique she had mastered, concealing her form and swiftly approaching the demonic cultivator conducting the ritual.

Just then, a clear, cold, and resolute voice suddenly rang out: 'Stop your summoning, or you will bear the consequences.'

The demonic cultivators all turned their heads at once, seeing a mighty, tall man emerge from the shadows.

He bore a brilliant star tattoo on his forehead, wore a deep blue robe, and held a Thunder Fire Sword.

It was Lu Yuan.

Upon seeing Lu Yuan appear, the demonic cultivators' faces changed drastically, and they immediately halted the summoning ritual.

They gazed at Lu Yuan in fear, realizing that this cultivator's strength surpassed their imagination.

"Who are you? Why have you intruded upon my demonic sect's stronghold?"

The demonic cultivator conducting the ritual asked nervously.

Lu Yuan gave a cold chuckle: "I don't need to answer your question." (End of chapter)