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"So many things happened during your seclusion."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xingyao immediately smiled wryly. Even if the boy hadn't brought it up, they would have brought it up anyway.

Ever since the Night Owl Guards sent back intelligence two years ago, the Zhang family has been paying close attention to any movement in Zhao Kingdom. Even if they don't investigate themselves, news of the rampant demonic cultivators still reaches their ears.

"Please speak, Uncle."

"Over the years, there have been at least a hundred attacks by demonic cultivators on various markets and aristocratic families in the Zhao Kingdom. Although most of them were repelled at the time, quite a few families and sects were still completely wiped out."

The man said seriously, "Two of these incidents are the most serious."

"First, the market town of Yunhai County was attacked and breached by a group of demonic cultivators led by a Golden Core demonic cultivator. All the cultivators guarding the market town perished, and all kinds of rare and precious materials were looted."

Before Zhang Lingyu went into seclusion, this place had been attacked by demonic cultivators. Due to insufficient manpower and the strength of the market's array, the demonic cultivators could only retreat in defeat.

But they were not resigned to their fate. Even though the market had increased its manpower, the demonic cultivators still chose to avenge their humiliation. Only with the help of the Golden Core could they have the opportunity to take revenge.

That was nothing compared to the second incident, which truly terrified Zhang Xingyao.

"Secondly, there's Xuanling County. This time, the leader of the demonic cultivators is not only a Golden Core cultivator, but also a late-stage Golden Core cultivator. After gathering a considerable number of about a hundred demonic cultivators, they attacked the local martial families!"

At this point, his voice trembled even more:

"Because the incident happened so suddenly, the Wu family was caught off guard. However, under the leadership of their Golden Core cultivator, they immediately activated their clan's protective formation and notified nearby Golden Core cultivators to provide support. Logically speaking, even a late-stage Golden Core cultivator shouldn't be able to break a fifth-order formation so easily, yet it was broken in less than an hour!"

"According to those who escaped, the Wu family's Golden Core ancestor was defeated in less than a hundred rounds. Before his death, the Golden Core demonic cultivator forcibly dug out his Golden Core, and his flesh and blood directly became nourishment for the enemy..."

After Zhang Xingyao finished speaking, he didn't continue. It was obvious what would happen next.

The Wu family was filled with wails of despair, but the most frequent sounds were the unrestrained laughter of the demonic cultivators.

By the time the nearby Golden Core cultivators arrived, the Wu family had already been reduced to ruins, becoming an empty shell. Not only were all the cultivators of the clan killed, but even their physical bodies became a feast for demonic cultivators.

Upon hearing this news, the various clans and sects in the prefectures were filled with fear and panic. They hurriedly gathered their clansmen and disciples back to their mountain gates to accumulate strength and activated the clan protection formation at all costs, fearing that they would be next!

But what's the use?

Even the Golden Core Immortal Clan was wiped out, so how could the Wu Family Ancestor, who was at the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm, not die quickly?

Zhang Lingyu had learned about this matter through the intelligence system some time ago, and now he was more interested in what would happen next, since this happened two years ago, and there had only been a handful of incidents of demonic cultivators wreaking havoc in the past year.

"The Six Sects took this very seriously. The annihilation of the Wu family directly alarmed the Nascent Soul cultivators, who personally led a search party in Zhao State, but unfortunately... they found nothing."

"Of course, we say we found nothing, but we do have some clues."

Zhang Xingyao said in a deep voice:

"According to the message Lingxiao sent back from the sect, a Golden Core cultivator from the Blazing Sun Palace was nearby at the time and fought a great battle with that Golden Core demonic cultivator. Although he was no match for him, he still managed to injure his opponent."

"The demonic cultivator was injured and dared not continue to cause trouble, so he disappeared from Zhao Kingdom. Perhaps he was hiding there to heal his wounds. However, the True Person of Chiyang Palace also noticed some clues from the other party during this battle."

"clue."

"It is said that his cultivation method is the same as that of a highly powerful cultivator, but what that method is remains unknown."

Although Zhang Lingxiao was a Golden Core disciple in the sect, he was still a nominal disciple. He didn't know as much specific information as the direct disciples, but he still knew more details than the ordinary disciples.

"A cultivator with extraordinary abilities... and a demonic cultivator at that..."

After listening, Zhang Lingyu fell into deep thought. What kind of cultivator could be considered to have great supernatural powers?

Nascent Soul!

Only a Nascent Soul cultivator would attract such attention from the Nascent Soul cultivators of the six sects.

If that person were merely a powerful Golden Core demonic cultivator, then, putting aside everything else, Master Bai Yan alone would be enough to suppress him, without needing a Nascent Soul cultivator to intervene.

This time, the Nascent Soul cultivators not only made a move, but they also attacked together. Such a luxurious lineup was only used more than ten years ago when facing three Demon Emperors.

"The Nascent Soul cultivators are afraid that the Nascent Soul behind that person has appeared in Zhao, which is why they personally went to search for him. But what kind of person would make the Nascent Soul cultivators go to such lengths?!"

Zhang Lingyu's mind was racing. He was getting close to the truth, but he still couldn't grasp the key point!

For a moment, the entire hall fell into a deathly silence.

Just as Zhang Xingyao was about to ask how the family should deal with the situation, the young man in front of him suddenly uttered two words solemnly, words that made him feel somewhat incredulous.

"Heavenly Evil".

"Lingyu, what did you say?"

"The Heavenly Demon Lord, it is precisely because that Golden Core and the Heavenly Demon Lord cultivate the same technique that the Nascent Soul cultivators of the Six Sects have taken action to search for him. Only he has forced the Nascent Soul cultivators to take action to search for him."

The more Zhang Lingyu voiced the idea, the more certain he became.

Only people and things related to the Heavenly Demon Lord could cause such concern among the True Lords of the Six Sects.

The Heavenly Demon Lord was incredibly powerful back then. Although he was just a rogue cultivator, three Nascent Soul cultivators died at his hands. If he had truly sacrificed himself to become a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, the Zhao Kingdom would probably be a hellish place now.

Although they might not be wiped out, each family and sect could become prey for demonic cultivators at any time.

The six Nascent Soul cultivators were terrified. They feared that the Heavenly Demon Lord had returned from the East Sea, and not only that, but he might have already recovered from his injuries and even become a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator.

Regardless of whether that person is a disciple of Tianxie, a target of possession, or a successor, the Six Sects must find them as soon as possible.

Everything will come to light then.

"So what should we do?"

After hearing the boy's explanation, Zhang Yuanlin became even more convinced of this guess. If the Heavenly Demon Lord really returned, what would the Zhang family do?

Are we just supposed to sit here and wait to die?

"Now, all we can do is focus on improving our strength and hope that the six sects find that person quickly..."

Zhang Lingyu couldn't help but let out a bitter laugh. They were just Foundation Establishment families, and they couldn't even save the lives of Golden Core cultivators, let alone them.

We can't just move it to another place, can we?

That being said, he could use the intelligence system to find the other party's hiding place or to predict their next move.

If that day ever comes, we will have to send some of our clansmen away ahead of time.

"Second Uncle, Lingyu is right. Right now, our main focus should be on improving our strength. We shouldn't think about anything else. We still need to rely on the Upper Sect to pursue the demonic cultivators."

Given the overwhelming momentum, the Zhang family is currently too insignificant; only strength can secure their advancement.

After comforting the old man, Zhang Xingyao turned to the young man and said seriously, "Lingyu, no matter when or where, Cola Novels will always be your most loyal reading companion. Now that you've emerged from seclusion, I'm relieved about things at home. I should go into seclusion as well."

"Don't worry, Uncle, I'll take care of things at home."

The young man nodded. As long as Zhang Xingyao takes that Flame Heart Pill, he will definitely be able to break through to the late stage of the Golden Core realm within five years, and the strength of the family will be greatly enhanced.

Having made his decision, the man did not hesitate any longer and immediately left the main hall, heading towards his secluded cave.

Zhang Lingyu turned to the old man and said in a deep voice, "Second Grandfather, please send a message to Brother Lingxiao, so that he can keep a close eye on the news within the sect."

"Understood, I'll go right away."

As the old man hurriedly went down to deliver the message, he was left all alone in the main hall.

"I'll see who you really are!"

Zhang Lingyu sneered inwardly and turned to walk deeper into the main hall. Because he had been in seclusion for two or three years, the intelligence sent by the Night Owl Guards from various places had been temporarily sent to Zhang Yuanlin, so the secret room was empty.

He didn't pay much attention to it, and even if he did, he wouldn't look at it now.

After activating the array within the secret chamber, immediately open the intelligence system and enter the question: "What is the origin of the Golden Core demonic cultivator who attacked the Wu family of Xuanling County in Zhao State, and where is he currently hiding?"

In just a few breaths, the demonic cultivator's information was displayed before the boy.

[Ji Li, a late-stage Golden Core cultivator, is the third disciple under the Eastern Sea Heavenly Demon Lord. He cultivates the "Blood Spirit True Explanation" and is on a mission to travel from the Eastern Sea to the Zhao Kingdom to investigate the strengths and weaknesses of the Six Sects. Currently, he has been injured by the Blazing Sun Palace's True Person Fu Yan and is hiding in the Netherfire Abyss of the Chu Kingdom to heal his wounds.]

"He's a disciple of the Heavenly Demon Lord... he must have been recruited overseas."

After reading the intelligence, Zhang Lingyu fell into deep thought. The Heavenly Demon Lord had seven disciples back then, all of whom were experts in the Golden Core stage. Unfortunately, they either perished or self-destructed during the joint siege by the six sects, and none of them survived.

This intelligence report contains a great deal of information.

First, it shows that the Heavenly Demon Lord is not dead and has been hiding in the East Sea. Not only is he alive, but he has also taken in several disciples. Ji Li, who is in the late stage of the Golden Core realm, is only the third disciple, which shows that the first two are probably at the peak of the Golden Core realm.

"This demon lord has never forgotten his hatred. He probably sent this person back to investigate because his injuries have likely healed or are almost healed..."

"But this Ji Li is pretty stupid too."

I told him to come back and gather information, but now look what happened. He didn't get any information and he even exposed himself.

No wonder Zhang Lingyu mocked Ji Li; this demonic cultivator was actually very cautious, but unfortunately, he was too greedy.

After arriving in the Zhao Kingdom, he heard that a Golden Core demon cultivator was leading his men to plunder everywhere. He thought that he could impersonate the man, which would not only bring him benefits but also provide him with an identity for cover.

With his late-stage Golden Core cultivation and a collection of magical treasures, the market and the Wu family's grand formations were nothing to him. It was precisely because he was so confident in his strength that he dared to act so recklessly.

Once on land, seeing such a weak and easy-to-deal-with Golden Core cultivator, it's no wonder they harbored evil intentions.

If it weren't for Master Fu Yan being nearby, he might have actually managed to escape.

Unfortunately, the Six Sects immediately recognized that he was cultivating the "Blood Spirit True Explanation" and took corresponding measures. They understood that as long as they captured him, they could follow the clues to find out the location of the Heavenly Evil Demon Lord, and then attack him unprepared and kill him in one fell swoop!

The Chu Kingdom was mostly populated by demonic cultivators, and it bordered the Zhao Kingdom. Those high-ranking Nascent Soul cultivators naturally knew that Ji Li would be hiding here. The reason they didn't go in to search for him was partly because they wanted to find out his specific whereabouts.

Another point is to be wary of those demonic Nascent Soul cultivators, as a mishap could trigger a full-scale war!

Zhang Lingyu was very troubled by this. If the other party really returned, the State of Zhao would never have a peaceful day.

However, it now seems that Ji Li's exposure has disrupted the Heavenly Demon Lord's plans. If he were to find and kill Ji Li, it would only cause the Demon Lord to extend his revenge plan indefinitely.

Of course, all of this is based on the assumption that the other party's cultivation level is still in the mid-Nascent Soul stage.

If it really gets to the later stages, they probably won't even bother with probing; they'll just come back and fight their way back!

How can we reveal Ji Li's hiding place...?

The six sects have already issued a reward, and any cultivator who provides clues will receive a generous reward. Zhang Yuanlin just revealed the reward to him.

Although it wasn't explicitly stated what it was, it was worth at least 300,000 spirit stones!

Zhang Lingyu was undeniably tempted by the reward. He now knew the other party's hiding place, but he couldn't reveal it to the Six Sects.

After all, he was in a remote area of ​​Zhao, which was a whole country away from Chu. Moreover, he was only at the Foundation Establishment stage and had never traveled far before. The Six Sects might believe his words, but they would definitely question him afterward!

Given Ji Li's importance, it's likely that a Nascent Soul cultivator will personally use the Mind-Questioning Technique to interrogate him!

That's when the real trouble begins...

"Perhaps we should wait..."

The Heavenly Demon Lord sent Ji Li to investigate the strength and weakness of the Zhao Kingdom. Ji Li would definitely have to complete the mission, otherwise, given his methods, he would make Ji Li suffer a terrible fate.

As for the news of its discovery, it probably hasn't even reached the East China Sea yet.

Therefore, Ji Li will definitely take the risk and return to Zhao to gather intelligence again, but he will absolutely not do something as blatant as sacrificing the Wu family again.

"Perhaps... that's a solution, but it's too risky..."

After pondering for a moment, Zhang Lingyu gritted his teeth and reopened the intelligence system, inputting the information he had just wanted to ask. Only after receiving the answer he wanted did he nod in satisfaction.

The next moment, just as he was about to return to his cave to take care of some things, the jade pendant at his waist suddenly became warm.

"It was my second grandfather who called me, but I don't know why..."

As long as the jade pendant wasn't broken, it wasn't a very urgent matter. However, Zhang Lingyu still hurried towards the main hall. Upon seeing the old man, she immediately asked, "Second Grandfather, what's wrong?"

"A distinguished guest has arrived; it is Li Yanshan..."

The old man's face was very unpleasant. Although Li Yanshan was a cultivator from the Jade Light Pavilion, he was also a cultivator from the Li family, and he must have come here for the sake of the Li family.

As vassals, they figured the master's visit was probably not for anything good.

"Li Yanshan?"

"I went to greet you before I went down the mountain."

Zhang Lingyu was slightly surprised. She hadn't expected the Li family to send people at this time. Although she didn't know what they were up to, she could only deal with it as it came.

He hurried to the foot of the mountain and immediately saw the old man in black. The man was smiling at him with his hands behind his back and said, "Junior Zhang Lingyu greets Senior Li."

"Lingyu, you're too kind. As I've said before, we should address each other as fellow Daoists; there's no need for such formalities!"

Li Yanshan nodded with a smile, and when he saw the young man's impressive cultivation level, his eyes lit up. He cupped his hands in congratulations and said, "Lingyu, you are truly amazing! I didn't expect you to break through to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage so quickly!"

"What a prodigy!"

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