Chapter 798: Mining District Turmoil (Part 2)

True Monarch Qingxiao’s expression suddenly became serious, her eyes heavy as she looked in the direction of the voice and said in a deep voice, “It’s True Monarch Cangfeng! The Saintess Cangyue… has actually perished?”

True Monarch Cangfeng was a veteran Nascent Soul True Monarch of Cangyuan Holy Land, extremely powerful, and was clearly here for Saintess Cangyue.

While she was in a state of shock and uncertainty, before she could recover, another even more violent roar followed, its murderous intent almost materializing: “You’ve killed the genius of the Murong family! Yan Ze, our Murong family will grind your bones to dust, leaving you with no escape to the heavens or the earth!”

True Monarch Qingxiao was once again taken aback, her beautiful eyes full of disbelief: “Has Young Master Murong also perished? Is Yan Ze crazy? How dare he provoke both Cangyuan Holy Land and the Murong family, two major powers, at the same time!”

“No, something isn’t right…” Suddenly, she turned to look at Li Ji’an: “Could it be that the person who ambushed you was…”

She instantly realized that this matter had spiraled beyond control. Cangyuan Holy Land and the Murong family were both top forces in One Realm, with numerous Nascent Soul True Monarchs in their clans, and True Monarch Yanze’s actions undoubtedly stirred up a hornet’s nest. Now that their Qinglan Sect was involved with Li Ji’an, if those two major powers decided to vent their wrath, the consequences would be unimaginable.

“The karmic ties here are too significant; this place is no longer safe. We must leave quickly!” The next moment, True Monarch Qingxiao did not hesitate any longer, grabbing Li Ji’an’s arm, her magical power surging around her, transforming into a stream of azure light, escaping rapidly in the direction of Qinglan Sect.

Although Qinglan Sect was insignificant in the eyes of the Murong family and Cangyuan Holy Land, the Black Stone Mine where Qinglan Sect resided was the territory of the ancient Ye family, and the two major forces would still be somewhat apprehensive.

In the midst of their escape, True Monarch Qingxiao took out a Communication Talisman once again, informing her master, True Monarch Xuanji, of everything that had transpired here. She detailed the deaths of Saintess Cangyue and Murong Yan, the appearance of True Monarch Yanze, and the potential reactions of the various factions. However, this time, after the Communication Talisman was sent, it was like a stone sinking into the sea, with no response from True Monarch Xuanji.

Li Ji’an was being carried by True Monarch Qingxiao, racing all the way, maintaining a constant state of weakness, silently adjusting his breath while calculating in his mind.

The roars of True Monarch Cangfeng and the Murong family signified that his plan had initially succeeded; the fury of the two major factions would surely all be directed at True Monarch Yanze and the forces behind him at Black Ze Lake.

Without speaking, the two hurried relentlessly towards Qinglan Sect. Three days later, just as they were about to enter Qinglan Sect’s area of influence, a special Communication Talisman in True Monarch Qingxiao’s hand suddenly shattered, a wave of mournful Divine Sense spreading out.

“Master… the Soul Lamp has extinguished.” True Monarch Qingxiao’s voice quivered slightly, her body hesitating in midair, her beautiful eyes filled with shock and grief.

Li Ji’an felt a stirring in his heart, but maintained a façade of bewilderment and concern.

True Monarch Qingxiao stood dazed in place for a moment, her mind racing with innumerable thoughts, quickly understanding her master, True Monarch Xuanji’s intentions.

This time, when True Monarch Xuanji infiltrated Black Ze Lake, he likely never intended to return alive. With his wounded body, he was probably aiming to perish together with the True Monarchs of Black Ze Lake, using his own life to clear obstacles and pave the way for Qinglan Sect’s future.

Realizing this, the grief in True Monarch Qingxiao’s eyes intensified, along with a newfound determination.

She took a deep breath, suppressing her emotions, and further accelerated her escape speed, carrying Li Ji’an swiftly towards the Qinglan Sect’s mountain gate. At this moment, she had to return to the Sect as soon as possible to stabilize the situation.

Half a month later, two streaks of light finally arrived at the Qinglan Sect’s mountain gate.

The disciples at the gate saw True Monarch Qingxiao return and hurriedly stepped forward to pay their respects.

True Monarch Qingxiao waved them off and led Li Ji’an directly into the Sect, heading for the Sect Leader’s hall.

Seeing this, Li Ji’an spoke up at the opportune moment, with a weak tone, “True Monarch, this junior has suffered severe injuries this time, with my internal origin greatly depleted. I fear I need to enter seclusion immediately for recovery, and I hope the True Monarch will grant this request.”

True Monarch Qingxiao was preoccupied with sect affairs and nodded upon hearing this, saying, “Go on, recover well; the sect will provide the healing resources you need.” With that, she turned and hurried away.

Receiving approval, Li Ji’an felt a sense of relief, heading towards his Dao Field. Upon returning, he first set up several layers of Restrictions, sealing the entire Dao Field, then summoned Gugu.

“Gugu.” Gugu let out a croak, then turned and headed into the depths of the Dao Field, leading Li Ji’an to an Underground Palace he had excavated and crafted beneath his Dao Field.

Li Ji’an’s figure flickered, entering the underground palace.

The incident involved was vast, and even though the blame had been shifted to True Monarch Yanze, there was no guarantee that forces would not trace it back to him.

To be on the safe side, he decided to set up a small Teleportation Array under the underground palace of his Dao Field, leading directly to a hidden valley on the outskirts of Qinglan Sect.

Should there be any changes in the sect, he could use the Teleportation Array to escape quickly.

In the following days, Li Ji’an devoted himself entirely to setting up the Teleportation Array.

Before that, he had Little Fire Spirit enter Gugu’s Qiankun pouch to thoroughly scour the three Qiankun Rings acquired during this trip, ensuring there were no hidden dangers.

Three days later, the small Teleportation Array was completed.

Li Ji’an conducted tests to confirm the array functioned properly and that it could instantly transport him to the hidden valley on the outskirts of the Qinglan Sect, finally setting his mind at ease.

Afterwards, he entered a state of seclusion, announcing externally that he would be in prolonged seclusion for recovery, no longer involving himself in sect matters.