Chapter 187: The Arrogant Inner Sect Disciples (1)

[A/N: We are just a few more golden tickets away from reaching another milestone!!]

Hundred Thousand Mountains!

This region’s famous dangerous land and treasure trove, the mountain range stretched endlessly, with ancient trees reaching the sky.

No one knew how many fierce Demonic Beasts and Heaven and Earth Treasures were hidden within, nor how many bones of adventurous Cultivators were buried there.

Under the lead of Wang Lan and Yang Shu, Chen Chuan traveled for several days and finally arrived at the outline of the massive mountain range that exuded a primitive and ancient Aura.

Before even getting close, a wild scent mixed with the fragrance of vegetation and a faint fishy smell wafted toward them; faintly, the roars of unknown beasts could be heard from deep within the mountains, making one’s heart tremble.

The three landed on the outskirts of the Hundred Thousand Mountains.

Beneath their feet was a thick layer of humus, the air was very humid, and the light was fragmented by the dense canopy.

Led by Wang Lan and Yang Shu, the three of them cautiously moved through the primitive jungle, avoiding areas that clearly emitted a dangerous Aura.

After traveling another considerable distance, the terrain ahead suddenly opened up, and a huge valley, like a scar on the earth, appeared before them.

The rock walls on both sides of the valley were steep, yet the vegetation was exceptionally lush, and the valley was filled with dense mist, making it hard to see clearly.

"We’re here, it’s right there."

Wang Lan lowered his voice and pointed at the distant valley, his face carrying a hint of excitement and awe.

"That thousand-year blood lingzhi is near a cave deep within that valley."

"However, the Demonic Beast guarding it stays inside; last time, we only caught a glimpse from afar and were so terrified by the beast’s Aura that we didn’t dare approach."

Yang Shu also hurriedly added, "Yes, that Demonic Beast’s strength is formidable, at least at the Great Power Realm Seventh Level, or perhaps even higher. Be extremely careful."

Chen Chuan nodded slightly, his gaze like lightning as it swept toward the mist-shrouded valley.

Deep within his eyes, a faint golden light, hard for ordinary people to notice, flashed and vanished.

In his vision, the energy flow between the valleys, the vitality of the plants, and even some deeply hidden Auras became a bit clearer.

Although he hadn’t seen the blood lingzhi directly yet, based on the description from the two and several points in the valley where the blood energy was exceptionally majestic, he already had a rough judgment of the Spirit Medicine’s possible location.

"Mm, I understand. Thank you both."

Chen Chuan’s tone was calm, but in his heart, he had already begun calculating how to deal with the guardian Demonic Beast.

Just as the three were about to set off for the valley, Chen Chuan’s brow suddenly furrowed, and he abruptly turned his head to look at the sky behind them.

Almost at the same time, Wang Lan and Yang Shu also sensed something, and looks of surprise and doubt appeared on their faces.

In the distant sky, ten brilliant streaks of light of various colors were piercing through the air, their speed incredibly fast.

Wherever the ten streaks of light passed, clouds billowed, and powerful Auras spread out without concealment; they were surprisingly ten Cultivators with exquisite Cultivation.

In the blink of an eye, the ten figures descended not far from the three.

They were dressed in uniform moon-white robes, their sleeves fluttering, with profound runes and a brilliant sun pattern embroidered in gold thread on the cuffs and lapels—the standard attire of Taiyi Holy Land Inner Sect Disciples.

These ten people, seven men and three women, were all dignified, their bodies filled with Spiritual Power, and a faint radiance surrounded them.

Just by standing there, the invisible pressure they emitted made Wang Lan and Yang Shu feel their breathing stall, and the circulation of Spiritual Qi in their bodies became sluggish.

The two looked at each other, both seeing the shock and awe in the other’s eyes.

Inner Sect Disciples!

For these Disciples still struggling in the Outer Sect, every Inner Sect Disciple was an existence to be looked up to, representing higher status, stronger power, and more abundant Cultivation resources.

However, Chen Chuan’s gaze remained as calm as water, only faintly sweeping over these ten people.

His gaze soon landed on one of the women.

This woman had a tall figure and peerless beauty, her skin as white as snow, her eyebrows like a painting, her eyes like autumn water, her nose delicate and upturned, and her lips full, combining to form a face that could topple cities and ruin states.

Standing among the crowd, she was like a crane among chickens, naturally becoming the focus.

Chen Chuan discovered that this woman actually possessed a "Natural Charm Physique"; no wonder so many male Inner Sect Disciples followed her.

Not only did the two female Disciples faintly look to her as their leader.

Most of the other seven male Disciples’ gazes also involuntarily fell on her, their eyes filled with unconcealed admiration and attentiveness.

Her expression was cold, her chin slightly raised, and when her gaze swept over Chen Chuan’s group of three, it carried an innate nobility and detachment.

It was as if a Fairy from the Nine Heavens was looking down upon the ants of the mortal world, an arrogance that went deep into her bones.

The ten Inner Sect Disciples naturally noticed Chen Chuan’s group as well.

After discovering the three were Taiyi Holy Land Outer Sect Disciples, not only was there no hint of friendliness at meeting fellow Sect members in their eyes, but they all collectively showed unconcealed contempt and disdain.

That look was as if they were looking at weeds by the roadside or dust beneath their feet.

As they walked past Chen Chuan’s group, one of the arrogant male Disciples even gave Chen Chuan an unceremonious sidelong glance.

He let out a cold snort from his nose and cursed in a low voice: "ant!"

Although the voice wasn’t loud, who among those present wasn’t sharp-eared and keen-eyed?

These words clearly entered the ears of Chen Chuan’s group.

Wang Lan and Yang Shu’s faces instantly turned pale, their faces burning, and a sense of humiliation welled up in their hearts.

But they knew the power and strength of Inner Sect Disciples well and didn’t dare show any dissatisfaction at all.

Chen Chuan’s pupils slightly constricted, and a cold light flashed deep in his eyes before vanishing.

He remained expressionless, as if he hadn’t heard the insulting word, but the appearance of the disrespectful male Disciple was clearly imprinted in his heart.

Being despised and insulted for no reason made Chen Chuan very unhappy; he was someone who held grudges.

Those ten Inner Sect Disciples, especially that beautiful female Disciple, didn’t even bother to spare another glance at the three of them.

The ten of them directly turned into streaks of light and headed deeper into the Hundred Thousand Mountains, as if breathing the same air as Chen Chuan and the others was a form of defilement.

Not until their figures completely disappeared into the horizon did Wang Lan and Yang Shu let out a long breath, their backs actually soaked with cold sweat.

"Chen Chuan, please don’t take it to heart," Wang Lan advised with lingering fear.

"Those Inner Sect Disciples have always been like that, their eyes on top of their heads. In their eyes, we Outer Sect Disciples are indeed no different from ants."

"Endure for a moment and the wind will be calm and the waves still. If you have the chance to enter the Inner Sect in the future, you must also remember to act low-key, otherwise, there will be constant trouble."

Yang Shu also nodded repeatedly: "Yes, we can’t afford to offend them."

Chen Chuan glanced at them, knowing they meant well, and only nodded faintly without saying much.

Some things are better kept in the heart and need not be spoken aloud.

He looked toward the valley where the blood lingzhi was hidden, having already made a decision.

Since he already knew the specific location, with Wang Lan and Yang Shu’s Void Breaking Realm Cultivation, following him in would only be a burden.

The situation inside the valley was unknown; if an accident occurred, he might not even be able to protect them.