Chapter 20: Heading to the Ten Fiends Lair, Encountering the Gatekeepers of Mount Bulao

Legend has it that this is the lair of a terrifying fierce beast, and it is highly likely to be a Ten Fiends lair, where black light surges from time to time; one might just find the precious bones and precious artifacts left behind by the Ten Fiends within.

If one's fortune is sufficient, it is not impossible to obtain a Ten Fiends Precious Technique.

Over half a day passed, and Jinmao Shizi returned to the cave.

Facing the arriving Jinmao Shizi, Mengchen's expression was calm and his state of mind remained as usual, without any intention of blame; after all, the fact that it could return was enough to demonstrate its attitude.

Thus, Mengchen revealed a faint smile and teased, "I gave you a chance, yet you actually didn't run?"

Upon hearing the secret rumor that the mysterious cave was very likely a Ten Fiends lair, Jinmao Shizi had indeed thought about running away to seek some fortune.

If one could obtain a Ten Fiends Precious Technique, who would there be to fear?

But alas, there were many covetous people at that mysterious cave, and they were all powerful, not something it could contend with.

It judged that it did not have the strength to compete, so it turned back, hoping that this news would allow Mengchen to let it go.

Whether now or in the future, he should not make things difficult for it again.

After all, this circle was only so big; if one were unlucky, one might run into each other constantly, and having such a terrifying opponent would ultimately be a potential danger.

Upon hearing Mengchen's words, Jinmao Shizi's mind became clear.

If he truly wanted to let it go, why not say so clearly? This person was trying to trick it into making a mistake so he could find a sufficient reason to beat it up; he was truly too wicked.

This lion is a heaven-sent genius, brilliant and mighty; how could I not see through your little trick? Wanting to put me in danger, that is impossible, absolutely impossible! Thus, it put on an arrogant pose and said, "How could I, the dignified Jinmao Shizi, run away! Not only did I not run, but I also helped you find a piece of heavy news."

"Oh? What news!" Mengchen asked with slight doubt.

"It is the location of a fierce beast lair, rumored to be very likely a Ten Fiends lair," Jinmao Shizi said.

"What did you say, a Ten Fiends lair?"

Mengchen could not remain calm after hearing this; his heart was surging, as this news was truly of immense value.

The Taigu Ten Fiends possess strange bloodlines and are terrifyingly boundless, and they all possess powerful innate Divine Arts; once they show their ferocity, they are unstoppable.

Ten Fiends lairs have always been defined as Immortal Dao Realm divine treasures.

Because what the Ten Fiends left behind must be supreme treasures; if one could obtain them, it would surely be earth-shattering, creating a destiny myth and thereby greatly increasing the chances of stepping into the Immortal Dao Realm.

"It is only confirmed to be a fierce beast lair, not necessarily a Ten Fiends lair." Seeing Mengchen's eyes shining, Jinmao Shizi spoke up to explain and remind him.

It thought, what if it wasn't a Ten Fiends lair? Wouldn't he blame it for lying then? So it was better to make it clear beforehand.

To avoid getting less than what was lost.

"I know!" Mengchen nodded in response; he had heard it very clearly.

This opportunity must not be missed; he must go and venture inside. What if it really is a Ten Fiends lair? His resolve was set.

"I have told you the news, can you let me leave now?" Jinmao Shizi spoke thus; it only wanted to distance itself from Mengchen now and did not want any more entanglements.

"You aren't going to the Ten Fiends lair?"

Mengchen was surprised; it was actually unmoved? "I won't go; with my strength, going would be in vain, so I won't join in the excitement," Jinmao Shizi said.

There was a little bit of disappointment in its words and expression; who wouldn't want to go to a Ten Fiends lair? It just had no confidence in its own strength.

Treasures are important, but staying alive is more important; Jinmao Shizi would not do something like dying for the sake of competing for treasures.

Seeing this, Mengchen spoke heroically, saying, "Fine, you come with me, I will cover you. If there really are treasures, there will definitely be a share for you; after all, if it weren't for you, I wouldn't have known."

This Jinmao Shizi gave Mengchen the feeling of being very sincere; it was a Primordial Remnant with a decent temperament.

Previously, he had occupied its nest and beaten it up, yet it still brought him such important information; how could he not have a heart of compassion?

Let this trip be considered compensation for this Jinmao Shizi! This was what Mengchen thought in his heart. "You are really taking me with you?" Jinmao Shizi asked, unable to believe it, and gradually began to feel grateful; the previous heavy blows from Mengchen seemed to have been forgotten.

His strength was transcendent, and he had finished it off with one punch; Jinmao Shizi firmly believed that he would definitely be able to occupy a spot among the many experts.

If it followed him, perhaps it really would have a chance to enter.

Not to mention whether it could get a share of the treasures, first of all, if it really were a Ten Fiends lair, it would be good just to see the world.

When it returned to its clan, having such experiences would surely allow it to brag for at least three months.

Jinmao Shizi's abacus was clattering in its heart.

"That is natural, but you must temporarily act as my mount and carry me there. Once it is over, you may restore your freedom."

"What..." Hearing the word 'mount', Jinmao Shizi's fur stood on end instantly.

It thought he had suddenly become kind-hearted; it turned out he just wanted to trick it into being a mount.

This was absolutely not allowed; if it were ridden by someone, how could it go out and see people in the future? Wouldn't it be laughed at by other Primordial Remnants?

But the next instant, it became conflicted; that place might be a Ten Fiends lair! Even the ancestors of its own clan had never seen one.

"What to do, what to do, how should I choose!" Jinmao Shizi asked itself deeply.

To be a mount, it only needed to be one this once, and if such an opportunity were missed, it feared there would be no hope of encountering it again in this life.

"Fine, I agree to be your mount for once, but you must take me into the lair." After some conflict, Jinmao Shizi finally made up its mind.

"Good! It's a deal. I will go see the fairy; once her injuries are fully healed, we will set off."

After speaking, Mengchen walked into the cave. Inside the cave, Xiyao was still sitting cross-legged, her jade body glowing. Seeing that she was still recovering, Mengchen did not disturb her and retreated.

At the cave entrance, after chatting with Jinmao Shizi for a while, he also calmed his mind and began to cultivate.

Until three days later, Xiyao walked out from the cave. Her injuries were fully healed, and she was radiant; every glance and smile displayed her peerless beauty.

When Mengchen told her that he was going to take her to explore the quasi-Ten Fiends lair, Xiyao was shocked and extremely grateful.

During her healing, he not only kept watch the whole time, but even when facing an opportunity like a Ten Fiends lair, he still chose to wait for her; it could be seen that he was a truly great youth.

Now, Mengchen's petite and cute bald image had deeply taken root in Xiyao's heart.

Xiyao believed that this bald youth was completely trustworthy; he was a righteous and cute, handsome little bald boy.

The two did not waste words; after a brief talk, they rode on Jinmao Shizi and headed toward the location of the lair.

Previously, Jinmao Shizi had already figured out its specific location, so very quickly, after half a day of hard traveling by Jinmao Shizi, they arrived near the lair.

Looking from afar, it was a desolate desert, and in the center of the desert was a high hill.

Jinmao Shizi told Mengchen that that hill was where the lair was located.

As they drew closer, tens of thousands of living beings blocked their path; these beings all had their backs turned to them, showing no sign of having noticed their arrival, or perhaps, even if they had noticed, they chose to turn a blind eye.

After some inquiry, Mengchen finally understood that these living beings were also having their path blocked by someone else.

At the entrance of the lair ahead, dozens of young human geniuses were guarding it, not allowing any living beings to enter.

Those dozens of young human geniuses were disciples of the Undying Mountain; Mengchen and Xiyao identified them by their attire.

A mere few dozen youths could naturally not truly block tens of thousands of living beings, but it was only because they hailed from the Undying Mountain.

The reputation of the Undying Mountain was very resounding in the Xuanyu; it was a peak great sect, and these living beings dared not offend them, fearing they would incur great karma that would affect their entire clans.

(End of this chapter)