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Chapter 764 Ancient Worm Valley
After hearing Qin Ming's question.

Mo Lingwei immediately replied, "Fellow Daoist Baili's last stop was near the Thunderfire Mountains in the Red Water Wasteland."

"He told me that there seemed to be news of an ancient insect valley appearing in the world, so I rushed over there."

Qin Ming nodded, asked her for the address, and planned to make the trip himself to the Chishui Wasteland.

Firstly, it was to obtain the Eternal Love Worm.

Secondly, it's about finding that old bastard Baili Hui.

Upon hearing that Qin Ming intended to search for Baili Hui's whereabouts, Mo Lingwei immediately said, "Peak Master, I will accompany you."

"No need. Baili Hui is not in danger at the moment. I am just afraid that even if he encounters a spiritual creature like the Myriad Tribulations Heart-Binding Worm, he will not be able to control it."

"It seems that I will have to take action myself."

"You stay on Little Turtle Peak and help me guard this sacred land," Qin Ming said casually.

Mo Lingwei bowed and said, "Yes!"

Subsequently.

Qin Ming then summoned the Blue Ice Fairy, who transformed into the Nine Netherworld Bird and carried him into the void, flying towards the Red Water Wasteland.

Seeing that it could go out for some fresh air again, the Devouring Rat quickly transformed into a little gray mouse and, as usual, quietly climbed onto Qin Ming's shoulder.

Gazing out at the vast and boundless Milky Way, I felt an overwhelming sense of excitement.

"Hehe! Are we going to catch bugs this time, Master?"

"Should we find a companion for the third child?"

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The Chishui Wasteland is also within the Kunlun Domain.

Furthermore, it borders the Starfall Wasteland where Tianxing City is located, and there is also a long-distance teleportation array within the city that leads directly to the Red Water Wasteland.

It is estimated that Baili Hui went to the Red Water Wasteland through a teleportation array, which only required paying a sum of spirit stones and was extremely convenient.

However, this distance is not far for Qin Ming now, so there is no need for him to go through any trouble.

Blue Ice Fairy's cultivation has reached the fifth level of perfection, and she is only one step away from breaking through to the sixth level of the Void Refining Realm. With the addition of her True Spirit Bloodline Divine Power, she can now fly across realms.

Therefore, it only took a few days.

Qin Ming then arrived at the inner region of the Chishui Wasteland.

He took out the map he had previously purchased in Tianxing City, browsed through it, and after confirming the location of the Thunderfire Mountains, he sent Fairy Blue Ice back to the Little Spirit Realm.

He then used his escape technique, transforming into a streak of azure light and disappearing into the sky.

After all, the Blue Ice Fairy's true spirit bloodline talent was simply too eye-catching.

In order to avoid causing unnecessary trouble, Qin Ming decided to travel the route himself.

According to the records in that map data.

Within the Chishui Wasteland, numerous forces of varying sizes are scattered throughout, and even some human sects practicing demonic arts have established their own sects here.

In this vast and boundless territory, there is a great river called the Red River that runs through the entire wasteland, which is the foundation of this place.

Among them, the 'Tianhe Sect' is the most powerful, a super sect with a Nascent Soul stage expert in charge, and is the overlord of this area.

They occupy and control the source of the Chishui River basin.

Furthermore, it rules over several Void Refining Sects, with the 'Mysterious Weapon Pavilion', 'Azure Grain Valley', 'Moon Shadow Sect', and 'Five Fires Sect' at the forefront, and is also known as the sect power of the upper reaches of the Red River.

Further down, there are numerous third-rate forces, large and small, occupying the middle reaches of the Chishui River.

Finally, there are countless smaller forces entrenched downstream and along the river's tributaries.

All these subordinate sects and forces are required to regularly pay tribute and taxes to the Chishui Immortal Sect.

This phenomenon seems to be unchanging throughout the cultivation world.

Qin Ming also heard Elder Lin and the others say that the Tianhe Sect also has several elder seats in Tianxing City.

The newly appointed Palace Master of the Heavenly Palace is from the Heavenly River Sect.

It is conceivable how powerful the Tianhe Sect is.

Half a day later.

A massive, undulating mountain range, situated on the wasteland, came into Qin Ming's view.

Below the Thunderfire Mountains, there is a small cultivation market located at the intersection of the mountains, named 'Cloud and Water Market'.

Because the market town is located on a major transportation route in and out of the Thunderfire Mountains, all kinds of cultivators come here in an endless stream.

And at this time.

Inside an inn.

Baili Hui, who was dwarf-like in stature, was blocked by several cultivators.

These cultivators, dressed in standard silver and white robes, were clearly high-ranking cultivators from the Moon Shadow Sect.

Furthermore, it was implied that one of the pale-faced youths was the leader, whose cultivation was at the peak of the Nascent Soul stage.

It seems they have already dealt with Baili Hui.

"Fellow Daoist Baili, do you think you can leave the market so easily without handing over the information about the Ancient Insect Valley? I'm afraid that's unlikely."

"That should have been an opportunity for our sect, but you beat us to it."

“Those guys from Tingyulou broke their promise and sold the information to you before we even arrived.”

The young man's words were full of aggressive intent, suggesting that he didn't get along with Baili Hui.

Baili Hui's face was cold and sinister. He had originally obtained a clue from Qin Ming that he should find the ancient strange insect, and he had finally managed to get a detailed map through special channels.

But just as he was about to return to Little Turtle Peak, he happened to run into the people of Moon Shadow Sect and was blocked in the market.

The entire area around the market was filled with their spies.

"Luo Chenzi, what do you mean by this?"

Baili Hui was also driven to desperation, after all, he had already been delayed for more than half a year to come here.

If he doesn't go back soon, Qin Ming might already think he's run away.

Put it before.

The people from the Moon Shadow Sect in front of him were just his defeated opponents, but now the situation is different. Not only is their cultivation level higher than his, but they also have more people and greater power.

Therefore, Baili Hui dared not act rashly.

"Hmph! A mere rogue cultivator dares to covet the opportunities in the Insect Valley? While I still have some patience, you'd better hand over the items obediently, or don't blame me for being impolite!"

"Could it be that you intend to become enemies with our Moonshadow Sect?"

The young cultivator named Luo Chenzi had a chilling gaze, as if he had been locked in a stalemate with Baili Hui for some time and had exhausted his last bit of patience.

The spiritual pressure of the perfected Nascent Soul cultivator was suddenly released, filling the surrounding space with a sense of oppression.

This caused the monks in the shop to turn pale and stay far away from this menacing figure.

Seeing that the Moon Shadow Sect members were really going to fight, they all fled this place of trouble.

They even disregarded the rules prohibiting magical duels within the market.

"Hehehe! Fellow Daoist Luo Chenzi, this is the market area! Fighting is prohibited here. My small business can't afford your disturbance! If you all have any objections, could you please move outside?"

Seeing such a scene and sensing that things were not going well, the innkeeper quickly came out to smooth things over.

"Does this sect's business require your interference? Do you intend to protect him today?" Luo Chenzi said coldly, then gave a signal, instructing his fellow disciples behind him to prepare to take action.

Seeing this, the shopkeeper secretly groaned in despair.

Meanwhile, Baili Hui secretly held onto a talisman, ready to fight his way out when he saw that the other side was about to make a move.

But the next moment.

Just as Luo Chenzi was preparing to launch the first attack.

boom!
An immense spiritual pressure suddenly descended upon this small market, causing the cultivators inside to be utterly horrified.

The Moon Shadow Sect members who were about to make their move all froze in place, standing like statues.

"Refining Void Divine Lord!"

Luo Chenzi's magical power went berserk, and he spat out a mouthful of blood. He couldn't understand why such a powerful cultivator had appeared, and it seemed that he was coming for them.

Then, he said, "Try saying those words to me again."

A faint voice then rang out.

The nearby void twisted and tore open a crack, from which emerged an ordinary-looking middle-aged figure.

Upon seeing that Qin Ming had actually found his way here, Baili Hui was extremely excited and hurriedly stepped forward to greet him:
"Master, why did you come in person?"

Upon seeing this, the members of the Moon Shadow Sect immediately realized the master-servant relationship between the two.

Their backs were instantly soaked with cold sweat. They never expected that this dwarf-looking rogue cultivator would have such a powerful backer.

The main reason is that they had never heard of such an important person in the vicinity.
"Senior, I was blind to your greatness and did not know that Fellow Daoist Baili was your subordinate. Please forgive me for any offense I may have caused."

Luo Chenzi gave a wry smile, a complete change from his arrogant demeanor just moments before.

Qin Ming glanced casually, and his spiritual pressure suddenly intensified, pressing down on the Moon Shadow Sect members like a mountain.

Luo Chenzi and the others looked terrified, spitting out blood again. Under this pressure, they were all pressed to the ground, their eyes wide with horror, their bodies seemingly about to explode.

But at this moment.

Another ripple spread through the air, and a large hand formed from divine power rose up, rescuing the disciples of the Moon Shadow Sect from their predicament.

"Fellow Daoist, please speak more. My disciples were not properly disciplined and it was an unintentional mistake. Please do not take it to heart."

As soon as the words were spoken, a graceful woman in a blue dress suddenly appeared.

It was this person who saved Luo Chenzi and the others.

Qin Ming remained calm as he glanced at the other person and discovered that he was a cultivator in the mid-stage of the Void Refinement realm.

The members of the Moon Shadow Sect had just escaped death and were still filled with lingering fear.

The moment they saw the woman in the green robe appear, they all scrambled to their feet and respectfully bowed to her, saying:
"Disciple greets the Sect Master!"

Qin Ming suddenly realized that this woman was the leader of the Moon Shadow Sect. She had probably received news of the ancient insect valley and had come here in person.

The woman in the green dress looked at Qin Ming, but couldn't discern anything about him, and looked thoughtful.

She arrived just in time; otherwise, none of these disciples would have survived today.

"I am Qingfu. This fellow Daoist looks unfamiliar. May I ask which sect or school you come from?"

The woman in the green robe ignored the disciples and walked straight up to Qin Ming. A smile appeared on her face as she bowed slightly and asked him questions.

She had just exchanged blows with Qin Ming when she was surprised to find that although he appeared to be only at the early stage of the Void Refinement realm, his actual strength was not weak and far more complex than it seemed.

If the other party hadn't shown mercy, she probably wouldn't have been able to save those disciples.

This shows that the other party still doesn't want to make things too tense with the Moon Shadow Sect over such a trivial matter.

"So it's Lady Qingfu of the Moon Shadow Sect. I'm not from the Crimson Water Wasteland, but from Little Turtle Peak in the Eastern Bamboo Mountains of Tianxing City."

Upon hearing this, Lady Qingfu immediately recalled the name of a certain person.

She said with slight surprise, "So it is Lord Wangyue. Fellow Daoist Li, I have long heard of your great name. Meeting you today, I can confirm that your reputation is well-deserved."

Even she reacted strongly upon learning Qin Ming's identity.

Qin Ming never expected that his reputation would spread to the surrounding area.

Immediately, Lady Qingfu apologized to Baili Hui to Luo Chenzi and the others before speaking to Qin Ming:
"I suppose Fellow Daoist Li traveled all this way to the Thunderfire Mountains, probably for the Ancient Insect Valley, right?"

"It's better to meet by chance than to invite someone. To be honest, we have a few other fellow Daoists who would like to join us in entering the Insect Valley to seek opportunities."

"Now that Fellow Daoist Li has obtained the map jade slip, why not join us in our operation?"

"There's a special poisonous miasma surrounding the Insect Valley that can erode the mana of those in the Void Refinement stage. Luckily, we happen to have an antidote that can help us, Fellow Daoist Li."

Qin Ming had no intention of getting entangled with them any further, and simply said, "No need, I have something to attend to, so I'll take my leave first."

Having said that, he waved his sleeve, and Baili Hui transformed into a streak of light, disappearing into the market.

Upon seeing this, Lady Qingfu's face turned frosty. She had already been very polite, but she never expected Qin Ming to be so cold and unapproachable.

But when he thought about the other party's background and connections, he didn't want to do anything too much.

It is said that this person has a good relationship with important figures in Tianxing City, and even the Grand Commander of the Purple Gold Saint Armor gives him some face.

Even though it was on their own turf, they didn't dare to completely break ties with them.

After all, it wasn't about anything major; it was just a minor conflict between his disciples.

Although it concerns intelligence about the Insect Valley, they have to go in anyway.

"Sect Master." Luo Chenzi and the others were trembling with fear, at a loss for what to do.

Not long after.

No sooner had Qin Ming left than three more streaks of light flashed by and landed in the market.

The light dissipated, revealing a burly man in black robes, a disheveled old man, and a middle-aged sword cultivator, all of whom were at the Void Refinement stage.

These three were the three patriarchs of the Refining Void Sect from the Red Water Wasteland.

"Fellow Daoist Qingfu, what just happened?"

"Why is there such a strange aura?"

Lady Qingfu greeted the group and then recounted what had just happened.

After listening to her finish speaking.

The disheveled old man asked in surprise, "What? What is the Moon Gazing Deity of Little Turtle Peak doing here?"

"Are you trying to take a share of the profits from us?"

"How could an outsider like him have such a good deal?"

Followed by.

The old monsters then began to discuss the matter.

Before long, their figures disappeared into the market.

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the other side.

In the sky, Qin Ming put Baili Hui down.

"Thank you for saving me, Master."

Baili Hui bowed respectfully and then placed the map jade slip on the ground.

"Here is a detailed map of the insect valley in the Thunderfire Mountains, as well as the information I have gathered."

"The Myriad Tribulations Heart-to-Heart Worm you are looking for is very likely to exist deep within the Worm Valley. However, my cultivation level is too low to enter, so I only gathered some information from the outside and recorded it in the jade slip."

Qin Ming took the jade slip and nodded, "It's alright, you were working for me anyway."

"You should go back to Little Turtle Peak first; this is a reward for you."

After saying that, he rewarded Baili Hui with some top-grade spirit stones.

Baili Hui also knew that only cultivators at the Refinement stage or above could enter places like the Ancient Insect Valley.

Therefore, he accepted the spirit stone, did not linger, and took his leave to return home.

Qin Ming then took the jade slip and used his divine sense to browse through it.

After a while.

His figure disappeared, flying towards the Thunderfire Mountains.

According to the information above, Qin Ming learned that this ancient insect valley seemed to be appearing in this area for the first time, which seemed rather strange.

And coincidentally, a demon-hunting cultivator found this map jade slip on the outskirts.

They were sold to intelligence organizations.

After changing hands several times, it fell into Baili Hui's hands again.

According to the jade slip, this Insect Valley has a special environment, hidden deep underground all year round, and has also bred many strange insects from the spirit world.

Not long ago, it reappeared in the world due to the movement of the earth's veins and the influence of spatial rifts.

Qin Ming's speed was extremely fast. Following the map's guidance, he quickly arrived at a huge canyon shrouded in poisonous fog.

(End of this chapter)