Chapter 729 - 355: Blood Corpse
Bibo Island.
As one of the renowned black markets in the Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea, it has been a chaotic neutral zone for years. However, recently, the island has experienced some chaos.
"That Meng couple! The two of you are despicable. This black market was seized by all of us together back then."
"Exactly, it was a joint effort. Though Brother Tian unexpectedly perished, what sweet-talking did you two use back then?"
"Pah! This is outrageous, taking our collective property to pave the way for your son. I’m the first to be discontented."
In the hall, the leading eight Core Formation cultivators expressed their indignation while eating.
A few other Core Formation cultivators remained silent, but their disgruntled expressions revealed their feelings.
The Meng couple had sold the Spirit Island, which these people had profited from over the years in the black market.
They dared not openly resist but were filled with pent-up frustration.
The Meng couple, as island masters, had extremely displeased expressions.
"What are you all? If Brother Tian were here, he’d have the right, but what about you!"
"We were the ones fighting for our lives back then, not you! Most of you joined later, and now you’re turning on us!"
The Meng couple had ashen faces. If they weren’t injured, how dare this crowd rebel.
"Fatty Lei, who sought spiritual objects for your reincarnation cultivation? Who protected you? Are you rebelling too?"
The Meng couple was most enraged with Fatty Lei, who, despite receiving their kindness, turned against them at a crucial moment.
Fatty Lei, holding a white folding fan, showed no embarrassment. Instead, he squinted and said indifferently:
"You jest, my friends. Have I not earned you a lot of Spirit Stones over the years? How can I be only receiving favors?
The biggest grievance everyone has is on the surface; you’ve found an escape route, but what about the rest?"
"I’ve said before, if you are willing, you can all join True Monarch Lu with me..."
Before the Meng couple could finish, one person interrupted angrily: "Pah!"
"You two are so shameless. Everyone here, do not trust this couple."
"What are you all waiting for? Take action!"
The eleven looked at each other, shouting fiercely but hesitant to be the first to act, each hoping another would step forward.
Even if the Meng couple were injured, they were still Core Formation Late Stage cultivators. Whoever dared to be the first to act would be courting bad luck.
At this moment, a disdainful and cold voice echoed.
"You useless bunch, given the chance, and still useless!"
The cold voice echoed, and the Meng couple’s faces changed dramatically.
With a rumbling, the hall’s ceiling collapsed explosively, and an arrogant figure appeared above the hall.
"Young Island Master, you’re finally here!"
The opposing Core Formation cultivators, seeing the figure, revealed excitement. Fatty Lei was even more eager to fly up and bowed.
"Useless, chattering for so long and not even one made a move."
The visitor sneered coldly upon seeing Fatty Lei, who awkwardly decided it was better to be embarrassed than take risks.
"Young Master Ma of Red Fire Island!"
The Nascent Soul, known as the Red Fire Old Monster, was surnamed Ma, and this was his descendant, also referred to as the Young Master of Red Fire Sect or Young Island Master.
This Young Master Ma had rough, dark skin, cramped features, and prominent brow bones. His triangular eyes glowed with cruel, cunning, and greedy light.
Overall, his appearance was rather grotesque and grim.
Perhaps due to his cultivation technique, this Young Island Master had sparse and untidy hair.
"You’re colluding with outsiders!"
The Meng couple’s faces turned pale upon recognizing the newcomer.
"Colluding with outsiders? Aren’t you two colluding with that True Monarch Lu, also an outsider?"
Facing the chaotic gatherings on both sides, Young Master Ma displayed an impatient expression; he wasn’t there to watch the drama.
He was on orders from his ancestor to create chaos.
"Shut up! It’s because of useless folks like you that the Meng couple holds power. Chattering for so long, and not one dares to act?
Do you expect me to take action for you?"
"Young Master Ma, this is our private matter, not..."
Before the sentence could finish, Young Master Ma impatiently launched an attack and sarcastically added:
"What are you waiting for? For the Seven Kingdoms Alliance trash to arrive? I’ve received news they’re coming soon.
If you wait any longer, prepare to be driven away like stray dogs."
As Young Master Ma laughed defiantly, others joined the fray.
Bibo Island descended into chaos instantly.
The Meng couple’s faces darkened terribly, but they had been prepared for this.
...
Heaven-Reaching Mist Sea.
The Seven Kingdoms Alliance moved neither hastily nor slowly, and they had already received the distress signal from Bibo Island.
"Sect Master Ni Chang, Bibo Island has sent a distress signal, the island is already in chaos, should we?"
Among the group of eighteen Core Formation cultivators, some observed, while others pondered.
Sect Master Ni Chang of the Profound Sound Pavilion, leading this Seven Kingdoms Alliance group, rarely furrowed her brow before calmly saying:
"As I know, many cultivators on Bibo Island have sided with the Red Fire Sect, so be prepared, fellow cultivators."
The Red Fire Sect, a Nascent Soul major sect, had acted arrogantly and dominantly in the outer seas over the years, allegedly with grievances against True Monarch Lu, and adding to the sect’s conflict of interest this time.
Thus, Bibo Island was just an appetizer; the real challenge was the Red Fire Sect.
Upon hearing this, Lin Chang’an, watching Sect Master Ni Chang’s unhurried demeanor, had a flicker of insight in his eyes.
"No need for concern, Mr. Lin. This is under True Monarch Lu’s guidance, as well."
The obliging words from Sect Master Ni Chang reached Lin Chang’an’s ears, who seemingly understood.
Who knows what entanglements the Core Formation cultivators on Bibo Island have?
Today, betrayal is possible, and naturally it will be tomorrow as well. Each one is either a wanted Tribulation Cultivator or a Demon Cultivator who has committed a crime.
Unlike the Core Formation cultivators of the Seven Kingdoms Alliance, each of whom is restrained by their Sect or family.
In comparison, True Monarch Lu naturally prefers to use the Seven Kingdoms Alliance rather than the loose cultivators on Bibo Island.
Besides, it was Mr. and Mrs. Meng who sold the island to True Monarch Lu; others don’t have this condition.
Thinking of this, Lin Chang’an silently mourned for this group of loose cultivators.
In the Immortal Cultivation Realm, although strength is revered, a good reputation is also extremely important.
A Core Formation loose cultivator with a clean background and not too much trouble is liked by all factions.
But if one is troubled, taking in such a person also means inheriting that karma. Nascent Soul cultivators may not fear it, but if the value isn’t sufficient, not everyone will take them in.
...
Inside Bibo Island, Core Formation cultivators were engaged in a chaotic melee.
Meanwhile, outside the island, there was a Spiritual Ship from the Red Fire Sect.
"Heh heh, don’t you fools understand yet? Not only this island but even you have been sold by Mr. and Mrs. Meng!"
In the chaotic battlefield, the three Core Formation cultivators on Mr. and Mrs. Meng’s side were all seriously injured.
However, Mr. and Mrs. Meng seemed to have anticipated this.
"Stop talking nonsense; the Red Fire Sect is tyrannical. Do you think following the Red Fire Sect will do you any good?"
"That would still be better than letting everyone’s hard work pave the way for your son!"
The rebellious Core Formation cultivators were extremely angry at this moment, with a hint of regret in their hearts.
If they had initially stabilized Mr. and Mrs. Meng and agreed to let the young man inherit Bibo Island, waiting for the two old folks to pass away.
It would have been better than now.
Just then, a piercing eagle’s cry echoed from outside the island.
"Not good, the Seven Kingdoms Alliance people are here!"
Everyone on the island turned grim; the ones taking advantage were arriving with no intention to hide.
"Fellow Daoists, I apologize for not welcoming you from afar."
As the Seven Kingdoms Alliance cultivators arrived, the Red Fire Sect’s Spiritual Ship blocked their path unabashedly.
The Young Master Ma stood before the crowd with a smile that betrayed his displeasure.
"I apologize for today; there is internal rebellion on Bibo Island, and I’m afraid fellow Daoists are making a futile trip."
The Young Master Ma already acted as if Bibo Island was his own property.
This scene also filled the Core Formation cultivators of the Seven Kingdoms Alliance with anger.
However, Fairy Ni Chang, standing on the Cyan-Feathered Eagle, merely offered a light smile at this sight.
"Is that so? It seems this fellow still hasn’t sobered up from the Spirit Wine. Rebellion on Bibo Island? We are here under True Monarch Lu’s order to quell the rebellion!"
"All here to quell the rebellion?"
The Young Master Ma grinned a bloodthirsty smile, looking Fairy Ni Chang up and down with his eyes.
"I’ve long heard that Fairy Ni Chang is a rare beauty; why not follow me instead of being someone else’s dog, and join me in dual cultivation."
"Today’s ’quelling rebellion’ is merely a family squabble; if the Fairy desires, what harm is there in giving such a trivial Bibo Island to your Dao Companion?"
As these teasing words reverberated, the Red Fire Sect disciples on the Spiritual Ship erupted in mocking laughter.
"Hahaha, follow our Young Master."
"Indeed, our Young Master is the most beloved grandson of the patriarch."
As the disciples laughed and teased, while the Seven Kingdoms Alliance glared angrily, Young Master Ma suddenly sensed something was wrong, his face changing abruptly.
"Shut up!"
Suddenly, Young Master Ma was filled with shock and anger. Though the disciples of the Red Fire Sect were arrogant, he was aware of the purpose of today’s arrival.
Yet, he had just felt a sense of smugness, just like those disciples.
"Bitch, using tricks!"
Young Master Ma, embarrassed and furious, shouted angrily and launched an attack with a wave of his hand.
The sudden change on the scene made many cultivators react; Lin Chang’an took a deep look at Fairy Ni Chang.
Fairy Ni Chang wore a blue Celestial Jade Bell Veil hat, from which mithril strands strung bells that emitted faint violet ripples, silently spreading into the surrounding air.
Illusion magic! Or perhaps this Magical Treasure could silently amplify the desires in cultivators’ hearts.
"If one’s mind is unsettled, who else is to blame?"
Fairy Ni Chang smiled lightly and directly launched an attack, reminding everyone, "Fellow Daoists, assist in quelling the Bibo Island rebellion."
"Moo!"
The Cyan-Horned Bull roared without hesitation and fiercely charged onto Bibo Island.
Meanwhile, Fairy Ni Chang and Young Master Ma engaged in battle.
Previously, she had faced a Transformed Yin Spirit Beast King that countered her, preventing her from showcasing her full strength.
But today was different. Although Young Master Ma’s terrifying fire Divine Techniques were violent.
Fairy Ni Chang handled them with ease; whether it was the Celestial Jade Bell Veil hat on her head or the Silver Chain Golden Bell Magical Treasure on her wrist, they were peculiar Divine Soul-type Magical Treasures.
Especially in such large-scale battles, many Foundation Establishment cultivators were affected.
This made Young Master Ma laugh angrily.
"Good, good; I didn’t expect the Fairy to cultivate Demonic Cultivation Techniques—excellent. Today, let the Fairy experience my blood corpse."
With Young Master Ma’s angry shout, a blood coffin appeared in his hand with a wave.
The next moment, a blood corpse emerged from the coffin, brimming with Evil Energy.
"Fairy should be careful. This blood corpse was obtained by our Red Fire Island patriarch in a Secret Realm before his Nascent Soul Formation; it fears no Divine Soul attack."
With a beastly howl, the blood corpse unleashed powerful strength.
Peak of Tier Three Late Stage combat prowess!