Chapter 2251: Forced by Circumstances

The crystal summoned by Xi He, although not necessarily the strength of Pan Gu in the eyes of Lei Zu and Nu Ying, undeniably contained immense power.

Both were coveting the crystal, even thinking, “If the power in this crystal doesn’t belong to Pan Gu, yet is still this strong, obtaining it would be better; this way we won’t risk offending Ye Fan.”

“No, I trust you. As for whether she trusts you, that’s another matter!” Nu Ying expressed her position first, as if she trusted Xi He greatly.

Lei Zu also said, “You haven’t deceived us, have you? Is this really Pan Gu’s strength? How can this all be proven?”

Xi He replied, “I have no need to prove what this power is to you. Whether to utilize this power is entirely up to your own choice. I won’t interfere with your decision; it’s for you to decide on your own!”

After speaking, Xi He directly presented the crystal to Nu Ying and Lei Zu, making their gazes filled with immense greed; both were contemplating how to claim this power for themselves.

“I advise you not to argue. It doesn’t carry much significance for you. The best way is for you to get along harmoniously and strive for this power in your own way. Perhaps you only need a little time to first experience the strong power within this crystal, then decide whether to absorb it or who can absorb more in the end.”

Xi He was like a mentor, planning for Lei Zu and Nu Ying on how to absorb the energy.

After Xi He finished speaking, she directly walked toward the unconscious Lan Jing, Lei Zu and Nu Ying scrutinizing her, fearing Xi He might pull some trick.

“You lead here; I won’t interfere with what you do next. I want to take Miss Lan Jing away. She is the chosen one picked by the master. She should not have an accident here, and there are matters you don’t want to tell her, right?” Xi He said.

Lei Zu said, “Alright, then you leave. We can handle things here ourselves.”

Nu Ying said nothing, yet tacitly agreed with Lei Zu’s statement. Both women were eager to try for the crystal, while Xi He seemed entirely indifferent to the power of the crystal.

“Okay, you handle it yourselves. I’m taking Miss Lan Jing away!” After saying this, Xi He stretched out her hand moving the unconscious body of Lan Jing in front of her, yet she did not touch it personally. She then left Feng Tian Mountain with Lan Jing, disappearing without a trace.

Originally, when Xi He was here, Lei Zu and Nu Ying’s primary defenses were focused on Xi He. Now they had to view each other as their biggest adversaries.

Neither moved; they were not fully aware of each other’s cultivation. It had been a long time since they fought, unable to know each other’s roots. Perhaps among the entire ancient cultivation world, their cultivations might not be noteworthy, but against each other they had to become opponents, vying for superiority.

Nu Ying was somewhat arrogant and said, “What do you say? Do you want to kill me first and claim this power for yourself, or… coexist peacefully?”

“What significance does it have to kill you?” Lei Zu said disdainfully, “Xi He merely mentioned that this power comes from Pan Gu, but anything more about this power, she remains silent without explanation. We simply believe her, even to the point of mutual slaughter?”

“Hmm!” Nu Ying nodded, seemingly agreeing with Lei Zu’s statement.

Lei Zu continued, “Then let’s each go to a side, start to absorb this power. If it’s truly as she said, then the powerful Spiritual Energy within this power will be absorbed separately by us; as to how much can be absorbed, each will rely on their own skills!”

“Alright! Then let’s start!” Nu Ying said.

Thus, the two went to separate sides, each surveying the crystal. Yet neither was willing to act first, as they were still uncertain whether the power would benefit their own cultivation. It might have just been a ploy set by Xi He, and both wanted the other to attempt first, but worried that the other would completely absorb the power. This made them both wary of each other, standing in a stalemate.

After a long time, Lei Zu gritted her teeth and reached out to absorb the power, seemingly unconcerned about certain matters, not needing to haggle with Nu Ying.

Once Lei Zu began, Nu Ying was not to be outdone and immediately went to absorb as well. In an instant, they fell into a state of meditation, each absorbed in cultivation, forgetting about everything outside.

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Xi He returned to the Hundred Immortals Building with the unconscious Lan Jing. At this time, inside the Hundred Immortals Building not only was Lan Jing unconscious, but Lu Xiaoman was also in a state of unconsciousness.

However, Lu Xiaoman showed no sign of waking, Xi He glanced at the strong protective barrier set by Ye Fan around Lu Xiaoman’s body and sighed, taking Lan Jing to the next level, where an energy input into Lan Jing’s body soon awakened her.

“Where is this?” Upon waking, Lan Jing first felt herself quite groggy, even unable to remember what had happened before, then recalled what she had gone through, discovering she was inside the Hundred Immortals Building, she became tense, scrutinizing Xi He, “You… was it you who brought me here?”

Xi He said, “Miss Lan Jing, some matters are unavoidable, please forgive me!”

“What are you talking about? Where are Nu Ying and Lei Zu? You all… what were you doing at Heavenly Peak Mountain?” Lan Jing tried to form a defensive barrier using her cultivation, yet found she couldn’t summon it.

Xi He did not answer Lan Jing’s question but said, “Miss Lan Jing, certain matters must wait until the master’s return to explain to you. Now, you need only believe that I won’t harm the master, and it’s best not to interfere with matters at Heavenly Peak Mountain!”

“Why? What are you doing there?” Lan Jing found Xi He’s tone very sincere, appearing not to deceive her or harbor ill intentions. This created an internal conflict with her; she strongly trusted her own insight and ability to read people, yet knowing Xi He might have a secret agenda and finding Xi He’s tone very genuine left her deeply conflicted.

Xi He smiled and said, “All are helping the master and aiding the tribulation; no one wishes to be the master’s enemy, isn’t that so? Miss Lan Jing, the master has left again for important matters. Please be patient; trust that the master will return soon!”

“I won’t listen to you! I know you surely have some scheme in mind; let me go!” Lan Jing was very stubborn. She seemed ready to break free and leave but hadn’t yet managed when Xi He restrained her.

Xi He said, “Everything is unavoidable, Miss Lan Jing, I hope you understand!”