Chapter 771: Searching for the Dao Field (3)

In that instant he clearly realized the gap in strength between the two sides, especially that earlier precise strike that shattered the core of the Magic Technique—such control was absolutely not something the two of them could contend with.

Without another word, he immediately sent a signal to his companion to flee.

The two of them formed hand seals almost simultaneously, gray mist surged wildly around them, transforming into two streaks of gray light that fled without the slightest hesitation toward the depths of Blackwind Ridge.

Before escaping they did not forget to activate a Magic Technique, leaving behind a layer of mist to interfere with Divine Thought probing, and vanished within moments.

They knew full well the chasm between Core Formation Middle Stage and Early Period; to continue entangling themselves would only be to court humiliation, perhaps even death on the spot, so they naturally did not dare linger for even half a breath.

Seeing the Tribulation Cultivators depart.

Only then did Li Ji’an loosen the hand gripping the short blade.

Spiritual Power stirred at his fingertips.

He dispelled the Spiritual Power seal on the short blade.

The short blade then flew toward the cultivator in the blue robe.

Seeing that the Tribulation Cultivators had completely disappeared, the blue-robed cultivator forcibly suppressed the surging Spiritual Power within his body and staggered forward two steps of his own accord.

He gave Li Ji’an a deep bow, his tone full of gratitude: “Many thanks, Senior, for your timely aid. Such great kindness cannot be repaid with mere words!”

Li Ji’an inclined his head slightly, speaking calmly: “Fellow Daoist, there is no need to be so courteous. When one encounters injustice on the road, lending a hand is only what one ought to do.”

“Li happened to be passing by this place and saw Fellow Daoist ambushed, so I intervened.”

The blue-robed cultivator hurriedly caught the short blade.

With a thought, he sent it into his Storage Pouch.

Then.

He again gave Li Ji’an a deep bow: “Many thanks, Fellow Daoist Li, for your timely aid. Such great kindness cannot be repaid in words; I will surely repay you richly in the future!”

He then added, “My Daoist title is Qingyue, an Outer Elder of the Qinglan Sect.”

“Fellow Daoist Qingyue is too polite.” Li Ji’an inclined his head slightly, his tone modest: “To speak frankly, my coming to the Black Mountain Mine this time, aside from seeking out ore veins and resources—

I also intend to cultivate here in seclusion.

I have long heard of the great name of the Qinglan Sect and wish to inspect it personally to see whether it accords with my own path of Cultivation.”

When he heard this, True Man Qingyue’s eyes showed a flash of delight.

“Then Fellow Daoist Li has indeed come to the right place. At present my Qinglan Sect is precisely at a time of widely recruiting talent. With Fellow Daoist Li’s level of strength, you will surely receive the favor of the Supreme True Monarch.”

“Oh? Could it be that things within the Sect are not quite peaceful?” Li Ji’an probed with a hint of caution.

His goal was to seek a piece of Tier Four Spirit Vein Land to cultivate in peace; he had no wish to be drawn into any whirlpool.

“This…” True Man Qingyue paused slightly, then, thinking of the life-saving grace just now, no longer concealed it: “To speak frankly, in this Black Mountain Mine, my Qinglan Sect is not the sole hegemon. Moreover, there are now rumors that the Supreme True Monarch has been injured; Blackze Swamp is precisely at the height of its power and has frequently provoked and tested us. Indeed… indeed things are not very peaceful.”

Li Ji’an’s expression shifted slightly; this was somewhat at odds with the information he had gathered along the way.

However, that was only natural. The matter of the Qinglan Sect’s Supreme True Monarch being injured had clearly not yet been settled; otherwise Blackze Swamp would not be merely provoking and probing.

In the intelligence he had previously inquired about on the road, the Qinglan Sect was plainly superior to Blackze Swamp.

Thus, he had also planned to first approach the Qinglan Sect.

“Haha, it matters not.” Li Ji’an laughed freely.

A glimmer of appreciation flashed in True Man Qingyue’s eyes, and he hurriedly invited, “Since that is the case, then Fellow Daoist Li, pray return to the Sect with me at once; I will certainly do my utmost to recommend you.”

Li Ji’an hastily waved his hand: “No rush. Li has not yet made full preparations for this trip. Today I only intend to make some inquiries nearby. Once Li has decided, I will speak with Fellow Daoist.”

He had come here in order to cultivate in peace and quickly raise his own strength to face the ever-looming threat from the Cangyuan Holy Land, so naturally he wished to find a place where he could reside in stability.

“…” True Man Qingyue’s figure paused.

Just now the other party had clearly intended to go to the Qinglan Sect…

But then he also laughed freely, quite understanding: “It should be so; it is I who was impatient.”

Li Ji’an said no more. After leaving behind a Communication Talisman, he flew off in another direction.