Not long after Luo Xiu and his two companions had left, Yang Ju and his group followed close behind. Just as Xing Rui had said, Yang Ju planned to follow Luo Xiu. As soon as the effect of the Prohibition Martial Talisman wore off, he intended to cause trouble for him. Luo Xiu had been so arrogant, openly provoking him, which was why Yang Ju was eager for him to face reality!
On the other side, Luo Xiu and his two companions were naturally also aware that Yang Ju's group was following them closely. Both Luo Qingxian and Luo Xian suggested they find a way to shake him off, but Luo Xiu seed completely unconcerned.
***
"Princess Luo, that Prohibition Martial Talisman is quite a rare item and also a life-saving charm. Why did you suddenly use it?" on the way to the Divine Mountain, Luo Xiu suddenly asked the question he had been aning to ask.
Before Luo Xian could respond, Luo Qingxian snorted coldly and said, "So you know it's a life-saving charm. Sister Luo was protecting your life!"
Luo Xiu retorted, "That was completely unnecessary. I could have easily handled any of those Celestial Realm riffraff."
Hearing this, Luo Qingxian shook her head and said with disdain, "Listen... you do have so talent, and you're quite impressive for having tested with the Ultimate Boundary lting Path, but can you not be so conceited? Can you stop boasting? Do you really think you're invincible within your realm?"
"I..." Luo Xiu was montarily at a loss for words.
I was just telling the truth. How is that being conceited? How is that boasting?
Luo Qingxian continued, "Putting aside the fact that Yang Ju is the champion of the fourth 'Hundred Battles No Life' tournant and likely has hidden trump cards, that Star Striking Seal alone is not sothing you can withstand."
At this, Luo Xian nodded and said to Luo Xiu earnestly, "Taoist Ao, as far as I know, the Star Striking Seal is a divine artifact from the Celestial Realm. Its true purpose is to shatter stars."
Luo Qingxian added, "Even though he only summoned a wisp of the Star Striking Seal's aura, that power was enough to instantly kill a Dao Jade-level expert."
Luo Xian elaborated, "Perhaps you have powerful trump cards of your own that could contend with it, Taoist Ao, but rember our goal is to explore the Divine Mountain. If we start a side conflict here, fighting to the death only to end up severely injured, it would be completely unnecessary and not worth it. In comparison, using a single Prohibition Martial Talisman was a small price to pay."
Luo Xiu nodded and said no more.
At this point, anything more he said would be pointless.
***
After a considerable ti, the trio arrived at the base of the Divine Mountain.
Because Luo Xian held the activated Prohibition Martial Talisman, the zone of Law it created moved with her, making their journey to the Divine Mountain smooth and unhindered. Along the way, they encountered many powerful fierce beasts and even legendary divine beasts. It was precisely because the zone of Law created by the Prohibition Martial Talisman moved with them that they passed unhindered. The beasts kept their distance, not daring to block their path or harass them.
The only thing that frustrated the three of them was that Yang Ju and his group, following closely behind, also benefited from the Prohibition Martial Talisman, allowing them to reach the base of the Divine Mountain with ease as well.
***
At the base of the Divine Mountain, Luo Xiu stood before the faint barrier of light. His gaze passed through it to the familiar mountain scenery, and he was flooded with a surge of emotions and mories. He thought of the old man and his three senior sisters. He had thought he would never return to his holand, yet here he was, returning under such unexpected circumstances.
Lost in thought, he stepped forward, passed through the barrier of light, and truly set foot within the boundaries of Ghost Valley Mountain. He was shocked to discover that the Ghost Valley Mountain of today was different from the one he had lived in during his childhood. The Spiritual Energy was still as rich as ever, but the quality of the space was different. Even the plants and the stones on the ground felt qualitatively changed, as if they were no longer common objects. It was a wondrous feeling, but one he found difficult to articulate. Moreover, he could also feel many powerful barriers and prohibitions within the mountain.
Suddenly, Yang Ju flew over and landed lightly on a rock not far from Luo Xiu and his companions.
Luo Xian whirled to face him, holding the glowing Prohibition Martial Talisman between two fingers across her chest, her expression filled with vigilance.
Yang Ju waved a hand and smiled. "There's no need to be nervous, Fairy. Once you step through that barrier of light and officially enter the Divine Mountain's territory, there is a Prohibition of Arms in effect, even without your talisman."
Luo Xian asked, "You've followed us all this way. What exactly do you want?"
Yang Ju smiled faintly. "Rest assured, Fairy. This young master has always been kind to won. I never bully them, especially beautiful fairies like you two." He then looked at Luo Xiu. "This young master is only looking for trouble with that plebeian; I would never make things difficult for you two fairies."
"Of course, dealing with that plebeian is just a side task. My main purpose here is the sa as yours: to explore the Divine Mountain and seek a supre opportunity."
"Speaking of which, I owe my thanks to you, Fairy, for holding the Prohibition Martial Talistan. It kept the fierce beasts from obstructing our path, allowing my group to arrive at the Divine Mountain smoothly and saving us a great deal of ti."
"As thanks, this young master will allow you both to accompany my group in exploring the Divine Mountain."
Hearing this, Luo Xian and Luo Qingxian exchanged a glance.
Luo Xian smiled sweetly. "We thank the young master for his kind offer, but we are re mortals and dare not trouble you. The three of us are traveling together and have already agreed to explore the Divine Mountain as one. We will not abandon each other."
Luo Qingxian also spoke up. "Although this profligate is annoying, just as Sister Luo said, since we've agreed to travel together, we must keep our word."
Hearing this, Luo Xiu looked deeply at the two won, a smile appearing on his face. Their words impressed him so much that he decided he would definitely invite them to his ho for a visit later and personally cook a al for them.
Yang Ju shook his head and chuckled. "You will regret rejecting this young master. Surely you two fairies don't really believe that an ignorant waste like him can lead you through a place like the Divine Mountain?"
At that mont, Xing Rui strode over and said disdainfully, "Do you know who my master is? His personal invitation to follow him is your honor! It is your great fortune!"
"You unappreciative wenches from the Mortal Realm! You should know that in the Upper Realm, countless heavenly fairies far superior to you dream of following my master!"
Hearing this, Yang Ju's gaze turned cold as he glared at Xing Rui.
"Xing Rui, is that any way to speak to the fairies?"
"My... my apologies!" Xing Rui broke into a cold sweat and hastily bowed. "Fairies, please forgive . I spoke out of turn."
Yang Ju laughed heartily, then stylishly flicked open a folding fan. "What you two fairies may not know is that this Divine Mountain is the training ground of the Ghost Sword Heavenly Emperor. If you can explore its deepest reaches, you might even obtain the Heavenly Emperor's legacy."
"At the very least, you could still acquire the Ghost Valley Daoism."
Completely ignoring Luo Xiu, he asked the two won, "Do you two fairies know who the Ghost Sword Heavenly Emperor is?"
Xing Rui interjected, "Even in the Celestial Realm, those who can be called a 'Heavenly Emperor' are few and far between!"
"And this Ghost Sword Heavenly Emperor is one of the most legendary figures among them all!"
"The Ghost Valley Sect he founded has mysterious and unpredictable Taoist Arts. Any single one of its arts is world-shaking, comparable to a Divine Skill!"
"Furthermore, Ghost Valley's dical Techniques and Pill Techniques are unparalleled in the world!"
"If you could obtain even a fraction of that knowledge, your future would be boundlessly brilliant, and you would soar to great heights!"
"So, you two fairies, are you certain you don't wish to follow my master and explore the depths of the Divine Mountain?"
With that, he shot a disdainful look at Luo Xiu. "This Divine Mountain contains multiple layers of barriers and prohibitions. My master has already broken through to the fifth layer and is about to enter the deepest parts of the mountain."
"As for this waste from the Mortal Realm, I'm afraid he can't even get past the first barrier. He doesn't even have the right to explore the mountain's edge."
"What kind of opportunities could you possibly obtain by following him?"
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It's the last day of 2023. Here, Little Wind wishes all readers a Happy New Year. In the new year, may everything you do be aweso.
Next, let's see how Luo Xiu shows off.
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