Covering the Heavens: Fishing for the Heavens Starting from the Great Accomplished Holy Body

Chapter 95 The Fat Young Master's Fishing Gang, and the Holy Maiden of Yao Guang!

Linglong Immortal Venerable, though not fully awakened her memories.

But her innate talent and profound knowledge allowed her to become the number one expert in the Xuanhuang Great World in just a few thousand years, and even the behemoth Taiyi Sect, with its ancient heritage, dared not provoke her easily.

"She must have noticed something in that one glance!"

Li Qingshan stroked the green bamboo fishing rod in his hand.

If it weren't for the fact that he himself held the other's eternal love in his hands and maintained a fishing posture, he wouldn't be connected to the entire Eternal Plane.

Given the strength of the Immortal Venerable Linglong, it would be absolutely impossible for her to deduce his specific origins.

They can find the root cause of the problem and identify the target, but they don't take action!

"By not taking action, they are actually extending goodwill —"

A slight smile appeared on Li Qingshan's lips.

Whether it's out of fear, because she's seen something, or because the removal of the Eternal Love Threads is advantageous to her, at least for now, it seems that the Immortal Venerable Linglong has no intention of being his enemy.

This is enough.

"Perhaps she can be of use in the Azure Emperor's operations over there!"

Li Qingshan's mind raced.

He was determined to obtain the World Tree fragments that Fang Han possessed.

However, Fang Han possesses great fortune, is involved in too many causes and effects, and is watched by too many people.

If we can borrow the power of the Immortal Venerable Linglong at crucial moments, things will go much more smoothly.

That brief eye contact at least gave them a basis for "knowing" each other.

If we really need to interact in the future, it won't be too abrupt.

"Fellow Daoist, what was that just now?"

The voice of the Azure Emperor's avatar resounded in Li Qingshan's heart, carrying a hint of solemnity.

Although he was inside the Ark of the Other Shore, he vaguely sensed the gaze that had been projected across endless time and space.

"It was the Immortal Venerable Linglong who made a move."

Li Qingshan casually explained, "As the master of the Eternal Love Threads, I sensed something amiss and, following the unseen connection, used my supreme magical power to locate me!"

The Azure Emperor's avatar remained silent for a moment.

"It seems that the female cultivator's strength is even more terrifying than it appeared before."

If it weren't for Li Qingshan's natural demeanor and calm, unwavering tone...

He even thought that the exquisite immortal was going to come knocking on his door.

When that time comes, he, who has already been exchanged, will be in big trouble!

Li Qingshan noticed the unusual tone in Qingdi's words and said, "Don't worry, she won't take action against the Other Shore Ship for the time being."

"She saw me in that one glance. With her intelligence, she should have guessed that the ship was related to me. Since she didn't attack on the spot, it means she at least doesn't intend to be my enemy!"

The Azure Emperor's avatar said nothing more.

He knew that this angler always acted with discretion, so there must be a reason for his statement.

Since Ye Fan and Duan De started working together, a mysterious and elusive duo has emerged in the Eastern Wilderness.

An eleven or twelve-year-old boy and a fat Taoist priest, both of them loved to carry a fishing rod and specifically target lone cultivators.

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They don't kill or take lives; they just cast a line and "fish" away your storage bag, protective artifacts, or even the source stones you're holding.

Their methods were swift and clean; by the time you reacted, those two had already vanished.

At first, only some independent cultivators suffered, but later the news gradually spread that there were two guys who claimed to be the successors of the "Fishing Sect" and had connections everywhere, specializing in robbing the rich to help the poor.

Of course, it's about robbing others' wealth to help their own poverty.

Some people were furious, while others felt there was something sinister about it.

What exactly is that fishing rod? How can it hook people's things away from more than ten feet away?

However, even the successors of the fishing school cannot always escape unscathed.

On this day, in an unnamed mountain range more than a thousand miles away from the sacred land of Yaoguang.

Ye Fan and Duan De hid in a mountain hollow, both looking somewhat disheveled.

Ye Fan's left arm was wrapped in thick strips of cloth, with faint traces of blood seeping out. Duan De's fat face was also covered in bruises, making him look somewhat comical.

"The Taoist priest said that old guy was not to be trifled with, but you insisted on giving it a try, and you almost died from it!"

Duan De grimaced and rubbed his cheek, muttering, "Peak of the Four Extremes Secret Realm, just one step away from becoming a dragon. Even my fishing rod struggled to catch his magic weapon; I almost got killed by his palm!"

Ye Fan remained silent.

After this period of trouble, he and Duan De figured out the details of the fishing rod.

This thing is indeed strange, but people of different cultivation levels have different limits when using it.

Given Ye Fan and Duan Dedao's cultivation levels in the secret realm, they could easily steal the belongings of ordinary cultivators from the Four Extremes Secret Realm without breaking a sweat.

However, if you encounter certain techniques or special physical characteristics, the rod becomes less effective. At most, it can only slightly affect the opponent's movements and fish away some of the power of their supernatural abilities.

As for catching the real thing, that will take some more time.

Just a couple of days ago, the two of them set their sights on an outer sect elder of the Yao Guang Holy Land, thinking he was an easy target. But the old guy was only one step away from entering the Sendai Secret Realm, and he almost killed them there.

Of course, it wasn't the fishing rod that was faulty; it was simply that their cultivation levels were insufficient.

Ye Fan estimated that when their cultivation reached the Four Extremes Secret Realm, wielding this fishing rod, they might be able to influence powerful figures at the first level of the Immortal Platform.

As for what happens after he steps into the first level of the Sendai Heaven—

"Alright, stop complaining!"

Ye Fan took out two source stones from his pocket and tossed them to Duan De, saying, "These were taken from those disciples of the Ji family. Use them to recover your strength."

Duan De took the source stone, his face twitching again, and laughed, "But speaking of which, your cultivation has improved really fast, kid. You've stabilized your cultivation at the first level of the Dao Palace Secret Realm in just a few days?"

Ye Fan didn't reply.

He had too many secrets to keep to himself, and he didn't want to explain them to the fat man.

"What Daoist Master means is that we need to acquire some more resources."

Duan De leaned closer and lowered his voice, saying, "Think about it, if we can't beat those at the first level of the Immortal Ascension Realm, then we'll specifically target those who have just entered the Four Extremes Secret Realm. This Eastern Wilderness is so vast, there are plenty of cultivators in the Four Extremes Secret Realm. We can fish them out one by one, and we'll eventually accumulate enough wealth!"

Ye Fan glanced at him sideways: "Do you think the cultivators of the Four Extremes Secret Realm are like radishes in the ground, to be pulled up whenever you want?"

"That's better than just sitting around doing nothing."

Duan De said matter-of-factly, "With our current setup, I'll handle the fishing, and you'll handle the smashing. Who below the Four Extremes Realm can withstand the impact of your Myriad Things Mother Qi Cauldron?"

Ye Fan thought for a moment, and was about to speak when his expression suddenly turned serious, and he looked towards the distant horizon.

A streak of light was hurtling toward this direction.

"Someone's coming."

Duan De also became alert and gripped the fishing rod tightly in his hand.

The two quickly concealed their presence and hid in the shadows of the ravine.

The rainbow light drew closer and closer, and in the blink of an eye, it landed on a mountaintop less than a hundred feet away from them.

The light faded, revealing a graceful figure.

It was a woman, tall and slender, wearing a light blue dress that swayed gently in the wind.

As they approached, they discovered that the woman's face was veiled in a light gauze, revealing only her eyes. Those eyes were as black as ink, yet as bright as stars, and seemed to exude a myriad of charms with every glance.

She landed on the hilltop, her clothes fluttering and her long skirt dancing, outlining her proud figure with undulating curves and graceful movements.

She has the appearance of a fairy, yet her every move exudes an inexplicable charm that makes it impossible to look away.

"Is it her?"

Duan De narrowed his eyes.

Ye Fan recognized him too.

The Holy Maiden of Yao Guang.

He had seen this woman once from afar on the Zhuofeng Peak of the Taixuan Sect.

At that time, he was being suppressed by Ji Haoyue's Rising Moon over the Sea, while the Holy Maiden of Yaoguang was quietly watching from the crowd without saying a word.

Later, he heard from others that this woman's name was Yao Xi, the current Holy Maiden of the Yao Guang Holy Land, with a high status and unparalleled beauty, and was known as one of the most beautiful women in the Eastern Wilderness.

"What did she do here?"

Ye Fan asked in a low voice.

Duan De shook his head, but then his expression changed. "Oh no, she seems to be looking this way!"

No sooner had the words left his mouth than the figure on the hilltop turned around, his dark, inky eyes staring straight at the ravine where they were hiding.

"Fellow Daoists, now that you're here, why hide?"

Her voice was soft and melodious, like the gentle ringing of silver bells, making listeners feel as if they were bathed in a spring breeze.

Ye Fan and Duan De exchanged a glance, knowing they couldn't hide any longer, so they simply came out of the ravine.

Yao Xi stood on the hilltop, the sunlight falling on the two of them, lingering for a moment on the fishing rod, a smile playing on her lips.

"So this is what the recently much-discussed successor of the Fishing School looks like. A callow youth, a—"

"Hmm, a rather portly Taoist priest."

Duan De's face darkened upon hearing this.

"Just say what you want to say, but stop insulting this Taoist priest!"

Ye Fan ignored all of that, staring at Yao Xi and saying calmly, "The Holy Maiden of Yao Guang's arrival isn't just here to laugh at us, is it?"

Yao Xi smiled slightly and floated down from the mountaintop, landing on an open space not far in front of the two of them.

Upon closer inspection, the woman appeared even more astonishing.

Her skin was radiant, her black hair flowed freely, and she was as ethereal as a fairy.

Her delicate eyebrows, slightly furrowed, exude a myriad of charms.

Those eyes shone like black gemstones, and their gaze, with its subtle, captivating quality, held a smile that was both alluring and enigmatic.

Yet, she was also enveloped in a holy radiance, a perfect fusion of two contrasting qualities: holiness and allure. She was half angel, half witch, creating an illusion.

"I've come to invite the two of you to join my Sacred Land of Yao Guang!"

Yao Xi spoke, her tone gentle and soothing, making it pleasant to listen to.

"Especially you, Ye Fan."

She looked at Ye Fan, a hint of interest flashing in her eyes. "The Ancient Sacred Body, to have broken the curse and cultivated to the Dao Palace Secret Realm, is truly rare. If you are willing to join my Yao Guang Sect, I can personally introduce you to the supreme and wondrous methods of Yao Guang!"

Ye Fan remained silent.

Duan De chuckled and leaned closer, saying, "Your Highness, are you trying to recruit us? What about me, this Daoist?"

"If you are willing to come, Daoist Master, I, Yaoguang, will naturally welcome you."

Yao Xi's smile remained unchanged. "But—"

She paused, her gaze falling on the fishing rod. "I'm quite curious about this object in the Taoist priest's hand. Would you mind lending it to me for a look?"

Duan De's expression changed, and he subconsciously hid the fishing rod behind his back.

Ye Fan sneered, "Your Highness, speak plainly. What recruitment nonsense? Isn't this the very thing you're after?"

Upon hearing this, Yao Xi was not annoyed at all; instead, she smiled even more brightly.

That smile was like spring flowers in full bloom, captivating all who saw it.

"Little brother, why be so direct?"

She strode forward, her skirt swaying, and a holy light emanated from her, making her appear like a goddess descending to earth.

"I am indeed interested in you, but more than that, I want to make a deal with you."

She stopped three feet in front of Ye Fan, leaning slightly forward, her stunning figure fully exposed to him. "If you'd like, shall we find a place to talk slowly?"

Ye Fan remained expressionless.

"Fatty, get started."

No sooner had he finished speaking than Duan De had already cast his fishing rod.

The transparent fishing line drew an arc in the air and flew straight toward the jade pendant at Yao Xi's waist.