Chapter 0092: 0092
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This way, all ten-odd disciples were dispersed to different starting points .
Of course, teaming up was allowed, as long as it did not exceed four .
Actually, by Elder Shentu's rules, not even pairing up was allowed . But later, Lan Huayi had demanded that he relax the rules . In truth, it was because Lan Huayi was worried about her disciples that she had changed the rules .
That was why Lan Shuiyue now entered the Valley of Immortal Fate with three bodyguards .
And now, Lan Shuiyue and the other three held hands tightly, forming a cluster . As Elder Shentu's Demon Fishing Rod hooked onto Lan Shuiyue's clothes, the four were thrown into the Valley of Immortal Fate together .
"It's your turn now!"
Wu Yu went solo and was the last to be flung into the Valley of Immortal Fate by Elder Shentu . After whizzing through the clouds, he descended with speed through the grey and yellow fog . Just as he was about to be smashed on the floor, the fishing line went taut, allowing Wu Yu to land safely .
"Done . " Elder Shentu's Demon Fishing Rod was left with just three lines again, which belonged to the demons .
"Elder Shentu, we will take our leave first," Su Yanli said .
"Go on . "
Elder Shentu waved them off, then resumed his seat on the riverbank . He looked at the vast Valley of Immortal Fate with a grave expression . And then he waved his hand . The core disciples beside him took the cue to spread out, moving swiftly into the dense fog of the Valley of Immortal Fate . However, they were there to protect the borders of the Valley of Immortal Fate, to prevent outsiders from entering .
"My ultimate limit nears . The future of the Heavenly Sword Sect will soon be in the hands of these children . "
Looking out over the Valley of Immortal Fate, Elder Shentu sighed .
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The humidity was too high, and even taking a few steps was uncomfortable . Besides, the ground was very soft, almost as though one would sink in at any moment .
As for the surroundings, the fog indeed lived up to its name . It was just too thick . Given Wu Yu's eye power, his vision was cut by half, and it was difficult to see anything more than 10 zhang away .
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And the cacophony of insects was too loud, which also affected his hearing .
In this place, they could not even see the sun . Wu Yu was a little disoriented, unsure of where to go .
"It's really like a maze in here . Besides, the terrain is complex . ”
Before him was a marsh . Nearby, there were hills and deep valleys and gorges . There were also cliffs and frozen pools . Mortals would be hard pressed to move an inch within this place .
Especially the deep trenches . One misstep into air, and who knew how long you would take to regain your footing .
Wu Yu felt like he had entered a dense forest, and was surrounded by drenched branches .
Sha sha sha~
He could hear a rustling all around him
"Guard Fire . "
He used an unorthodox art to create a layer of flame on his body . It created some light, and also burnt some of the insects on his body . On Wu Yu's path, many spiders, scorpions, and snakes fell .
In the dark and murky environment, these creatures teemed .
"Purification Art . "
Once in a while, he had to call down water from the air, to cleanse his body of the ashes of burnt insect corpses .
"Where are the immortal roots?"
He searched carefully . It was the sole reason why he was here . He had to find it a step ahead of others . Then he would just have to ignite the Beacon of Flame .
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After about an hour in the dense forest, he had found nothing . Wu Yu felt like this had to be the outskirts of the Valley of Immortal Fate . The immortal roots were probably deep within . Therefore, he increased his pace, moving inward swiftly .
After a while, he heard human voices . Afraid that it was Lan Shuiyue and her three cronies, he did not dare to approach . But after listening for a while, he realized that it was not them .
"Who goes there?"
They had discovered Wu Yu's presence and quickened their pace as they approached . It should be the two who were together . When they appeared before Wu Yu, he realized that the one who spoke was a fat warrior wearing a resplendent robe decorated with eight trigrams and clusters of swords . It looked like the uniform of some group . Most ostentatious was the jade-green cap on his head . It shone bright green and was extremely obvious .
Wu Yu recalled that this fatty had been late today . He was the last to arrive .
Beside the fatty was a woman wearing a white sword lanyard . Her features were fresh, and she looked rather weak . When she spotted Wu Yu, her eyes lit up .
"This pair should be at the fourth tier of the Qi Condensation Realm . "
Wu Yu was more afraid of the core disciples at the fifth tier of the Qi Condensation Realm .
He did not feel any significant threat from these two and guessed that their ability within the group was not considered strong . That was why he relaxed a little .
"Aiyee . It's you, Wu Yu!" The fat warrior swaggered up, beaming upon seeing Wu Yu .
"You recognize me?"
"Damn, is there anybody under the sun who doesn't?" the fat warrior spoke with familiar ease, uncaring that he and Wu Yu were supposedly competitors . He strode up and thumped his own chest openly . "This humble creature is called Tang Batian . That's right . Named to conquer this world . Cool, eh? As for me, I'm just like my name . My character and ability are all amazing . Is this awesome person qualified to be your companion?"
Tang Batian, seeing that Wu Yu was alone, intended to partner with him . He was a quick one . After all, Wu Yu's status was special, and the chance of finding an immortal root was higher .
Tang Batian did not seem like a bad guy . However, Wu Yu preferred to move alone, and shook his head in refusal .
Tang Batian was anxious now . He added, "Wu Yu, I know you're powerful, but you don't know the rules of the Valley of Immortal Fate . Elder Shentu doesn't let us ally outside, but we can here . Besides, we're all competing, so of course the fewer people the better . Each time the Valley of Immortal Fate opens, the disciples that enter do not look for immortal roots first . Instead, they pick off the solos . Whoever wanders alone is sure to be bullied until they are forced to ignite the Beacon of Flame and are eliminated . It's just the two of us, me and Su Ci here . Besides, we're both of the fourth tier of the Qi Condensation Realm . We're looking to increase our number . We can do each other good . "
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Wu Yu considered this . His own ability within the group was considered below average . If he unluckily stumbled upon other groups, then he would be easily surrounded and eliminated if he was alone .
"Wu Yu, take it as you're helping us," the female disciple, Su Ci, spoke in a warm tone . It was hard to reject such a beautiful voice .
"Alright . Let's walk together . But if we see an immortal root, I won't give it to you," Wu Yu said .
"You're a personal disciple, we wouldn't fight you for it . " Tang Batian chortled . With a high status addition to his group, he was much more at ease . He said, "I've been to the Valley of Immortal Fate twice now . Little Sister Su Ci, Wu Yu, follow me . "
Su Ci said, "I've been here three times . I know how to get to the deeper parts of the Valley of Immortal Fate . You should listen to me . "
Tang Batian lowered his head and mockingly said: "Right, right . Of course we will listen to Little Sister Su Ci . Little Sister Su Ci is always right . "
He seemed to be chasing this Su Ci . He deferred to her on all things and tried to curry favor with her . He constantly teased her while Su Ci led the way . Tang Batian said, satisfied, "I've worked hard all these years, and finally it's bearing fruit . Today, Little Sister Su Ci finally consented to talk to me and form a group with me . "
"And you still want me along? Aren't I a third wheel?" Wu Yu said .
Tang Batian chuckled . "You don't understand . . . It's undeniable that the two of us are too weak . It's always good to have a few more companions in the company . I don't want to act the hero and get both of us eliminated . Today, I must gift Su Ci an immortal root . "
Seemed like he was wise .
But Wu Yu soon realized that Su Ci did not like Tang Batian, despite his solicitousness towards her . She only superficially played along, but that was enough to keep Tang Batian happy .
"Perhaps she doesn't want to be alone, that's why she gave Tang Batian a chance . "
A pity that Tang Batian could not see this . He still thought that Su Ci had finally been moved by his pursuit .
After a while, Tang Batian looked around him . "Little Sister Su Ci, this isn't the direction of the deeper region, is it?"
"I've been here more times than you . Just believe me, and stop talking," Su Ci grumbled .
"Alright, alright . I'll always listen to you . You're right . " Tang Batian did not dare to make her angry, and quickly apologized .
Following them for a while, Wu Yu got some information as well . For example, the girl with Lan Shuiyue, Ni Hongyi, seemed to be very powerful .
After a long while, Wu Yu had become much more familiar with Tang Batian and realized that the fat warrior was good at reading people . He was glib and good at making others laugh . Except that he had a soft spot for Su Ci . And Su Ci hurried along the road, looking for immortal roots, which was not unusual .
After a while, Wu Yu and Tang Batian basically chatted and laughed while Su Ci ended up in the lead .
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"Lake of Jade . We're here . "
Lan Shuiyue stretched lazily . Her lithe body was irresistible, and the two male disciples beside sneaked a look, feeling the drool rise .
Ni Hongyi walked up and said coldly, "Close your damn eyes . " The two male disciples hurriedly averted their gazes . Ni Hongyi gave a satisfied smile and took Lan Shuiyue by the arm . "Finally, we're at the Lake of Jade . Now we just have to wait for Su Ci to come . "
Lan Shuiyue said, "That Elder Shentu is really disgusting . All this talk of rules . If not for him, the five of us could directly enter and would not have to rendezvous with Su Ci here . "
She lifted her head to look at the disciple in green . "I say, when did you hook that Su Ci? She's been a real quiet one . "
The disciple in green gave a conceited laugh . "Just within these two days . The moment I made a move, she leapt for it . She must have been long infatuated with me . "
"Save it . If not for having to protect your girl, why would we need a detour?" Ni Hongyi snapped .
"Have some patience . After all, I'm doing my best to protect Shuiyue as well . My only request is to bring Su Ci along," the green-robed disciple said .
"And to teach that Tang Batian a lesson? Y'all are really cruel . Get the fatty to escort your Su Ci safely here, and then torture him . You're going to wound him heart and body . " Ni Hongyi rolled her eyes .
The disciple in green gave a cold laugh . "That Tang Batian is trying to go out of his league . I've long wanted to teach him a lesson but hadn't found the chance . When he brings Su Ci here, we'll tell him of our relationship, and then bully him and take his immortal treasure . After that, we'll toss him into the Lake of Jade . Let him learn his lesson well . "
"Settle it quickly . Don't waste my time . I still have to find that Wu Yu!" The moment Lan Shuiyue thought of him, she boiled with anger .
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