Chapter 261: The Gates of Hell, Kunlun Mountains Valley of Death!

"Ding! The host has chosen the Diamond Draw Ten-Pull. Drawing..."

"Ding! Congratulations to the host for obtaining items:"

"Body Strengthening Pill (Top-grade) * 5: Massively increases physical attributes, cap at 100."

"Avian Feed (Top-grade) * 5: Massively increases the physical constitution of avians, slightly improving intelligence."

"Beast Feed (Top-grade) * 5: Massively increases the physical constitution of beasts, slightly improving intelligence."

"Snowboards + ski poles (Top-grade): High-tech Snowboards that firmly secure to Daoist boots without falling off while protecting the feet. High-tech ski poles that are lightweight, durable, and well-balanced to maintain the host's physical equilibrium."

"Immortal Apricot * 1: A bitter fruit that prevents ionization phenomena at high altitudes, protecting against electrical shocks."

"Snow Ghillie Suit: A full-body white long robe that provides camouflage and concealment in snowy environments, preventing detection by wild beasts."

"Congratulations to the host for obtaining skills:"

"Vision Protection: The host's eyes are immune to the intense sunlight reflected off the snow, preventing snow blindness."

"Altitude Sickness Immunity: The host gains the ability to adjust the body's oxygen demand, granting immunity to altitude sickness."

"Skiing Mastery: The host possesses the ability to ski."

"Thought Transmission: The host shares a mental connection with their raised animals, able to transmit signals through eye contact and gestures."

"Auxiliary skill 'Warmth': Applies the Warmth attribute to the host's Daoist Robe and Daoist boots, maintaining bodily and foot warmth in severe cold."

Before climbing the snow mountain, Ning Fei performed another Diamond Draw Ten-Pull.

After all, the Kunlun Snowy Domain was known as a forbidden zone for humanity with an extremely high danger factor.

Therefore, Ning Fei spent all his remaining Popularity Points to draw some survival skills for the snowy region.

The System had been generous this time, granting him five skills in a single draw.

Meanwhile, inside the small countryside villa.

"You want to join Qingfeng Temple? What are you thinking?" Lin Chu scolded when she heard Bai Yi make the request to Bai Yuanche.

"Mom, do you know how popular Qingfeng Temple is right now? So many people dream of joining."

"If I join, wouldn't my brother become my senior brother?"

"The little junior sister of Qingfeng Temple—that title sounds amazing."

Bai Yi said excitedly.

Bai Yuanche shook his head. "It's not that I disagree. I'm just no longer the master of Qingfeng Temple. I don't have the authority to make any decisions regarding its affairs."

"You can join Qingfeng Temple, but you'll have to take Ning Fei as your master. You wouldn't call him 'brother' anymore; you'd call him 'master'."

"Master it is." Bai Yi made up her mind and immediately ran off to find Ning Fei in high spirits.

Ning Fei felt helpless when faced with her request. It was just a young girl's playful nature.

He simply told her, "Qingfeng Temple doesn't accept female disciples, down to my thirty-eighth generation. Sorry."

That left Bai Yi speechless.

Naturally, Ning Fei wasn't going to take Bai Yi as a disciple. The relationships would be too messy.

His master's daughter becoming his disciple.

What kind of arrangement was that?

After returning from the horse ranch, Ning Fei and Bai Yuanche discussed the Kunlun snow mountains.

"If you want to find the Ice Nether Flower, head east."

"There's an incredibly tall peak to the east."

"I've never been up that snow mountain, but I saw traces of the Ice Nether Flower at its base."

Bai Yuanche explained.

Hearing their conversation, Lin Chu voiced her concern. "Why climb a snow mountain? The Kunlun snow mountains are so dangerous. It's winter right now—the cold is biting, and the winds are fierce."

"Listen to your master's wife and just rest properly in the courtyard."

"The New Year is right around the corner. Why take such a risk?"

Faced with Lin Chu's worry, Ning Fei replied with a smile, "Don't worry, Master's wife, I have plenty of experience. It won't be dangerous."

"It's always the strong swimmers who drown. I grew up at the foot of the Kunlun Mountains; don't I know better than you? It's freezing up there, and there's no food. If your luck is bad and you run into a blizzard, it's truly like the end of the world."

Lin Chu wanted to keep persuading him, but Ning Fei merely responded with smiles.

Bai Yuanche chimed in, "The Daoists of Qingfeng Temple wander the four corners of the world. Seeking tranquility is our righteous path. We have the protection of our ancestors, so put your mind at ease."

"You!" Hearing Bai Yuanche's words, Lin Chu scoffed in exasperation and promptly left.

Bai Yuanche offered a helpless smile, then told Ning Fei, "You just go."

"The sunrise on the snow mountains is truly one of a kind."

"If you get hungry, look for a Mountain Cave. The Mountain Caves in the snowy domain hold plenty of treasures."

"Also, you'll pass an extinct volcano on the way. There are volcanic hot springs inside that you can check out."

Ning Fei committed all of Bai Yuanche's experience to memory.

That night, Ning Fei played with the little guys in his room.

During the day, Lin Chu had come over to take measurements for Little Fox, Little Dog, and Little Fei.

Lin Chu also loved small animals and had very nimble hands.

Since she had free time before the New Year, she planned to make some New Year's clothes for each of the little guys.

"I'm heading to Kunlun tomorrow. You all have to behave at my master's house."

Ning Fei told the little guys.

His destination was the peak of the snow mountain, where the temperatures were simply too low. Ning Fei had no intention of taking them along.

Hearing this, Little Fox looked a bit dejected, letting out two soft whines.

Little Dog also barked twice, seemingly very dissatisfied that Ning Fei wasn't bringing it.

Ning Fei explained to Little Fox, "You're a forest fox, not an Arctic fox. The snowy weather is too cold; you wouldn't be able to handle it."

He glanced at Little Dog. "As for you, you aren't even as tall as the snowdrifts. Just wait at home like a good pup."

Ning Fei then picked up Xiao Heijiu for a look.

The three small kittens were incredibly cute, entirely black with beautiful eyes.

They were now familiar with Ning Fei's scent and acted exceptionally obedient toward him. Whenever he appeared, they just wanted to rub against his chest.

It was a rather nice feeling.

The next morning, Ning Fei packed his gear. Carrying a large backpack filled with various outdoor exploration tools, he was finally ready to depart.

Bai Yuanche drove him to the drop-off point.

Before he left, his master's wife, Lin Chu, showed a great deal of concern. She was still very worried about him.

Bai Yi clamored to go along as well, but Ning Fei naturally refused.

"Master, is it beautiful up on the snow mountain?" Ning Fei asked in the car.

A look of deep fascination crossed Bai Yuanche's face. "It's gorgeous. Unless you experience that kind of scenery yourself, it's truly hard to imagine."

"It's a pity your master's wife keeps such a tight leash on me, or I'd want to climb up and see the view again too."

Ning Fei laughed at Bai Yuanche's words.

Once a man got married, his wings were basically clipped.

Bai Yuanche dropped him off at the foot of a snow mountain, and Ning Fei stepped out of the car.

Bai Yuanche offered a final piece of advice. "Still, be careful. Don't take risks, and don't try to be a hero."

"Don't worry, Master." Ning Fei waved at him, turned around, and walked away.

Bai Yuanche watched Ning Fei's retreating back and simply smiled, showing very little worry in his expression.

Not long after, Ning Fei turned on the live broadcast.

The moment the viewers entered the stream, they were stunned by the scene before them.

The background of the broadcast consisted of towering, majestic snow mountains.

The peaks pierced straight into the heavens, looking magnificent and spectacular.

Just looking at the scenery made the viewers feel a blast of biting cold wash over their faces.

As the camera zoomed in, the audience could see that Ning Fei was currently walking along the base of the mountain, taking it step by step toward the snowy summit.

At this moment, Ning Fei was wearing a solid, deep-blue Daoist Robe.

This deep-blue Daoist Robe had been imbued with the "Warmth" attribute, so walking through the ice and snow in it kept his body very warm.

Furthermore, he was wearing black Daoist boots, keeping his feet just as warm.

In an environment like this, the truest cold always crept from the ground up. The feet were not particularly sensitive; if one walked in the ice and snow for an extended period, they could easily lose feeling, leading to an increasingly dangerous situation.

Therefore, Ning Fei didn't feel cold at all.

On screen, the scene was incredibly awe-inspiring.

Set against the pristine, snow-capped mountains, a young Daoist priest faced the peaks head-on, walking forward without hesitation.

It was like a pilgrimage!

"What a beautiful snow mountain!"

"This scene is just too cool."

"Is Temple Master Ning going to climb the Kunlun Mountains?"

"Is Temple Master Ning really going? That's a forbidden zone of death; it became an exclusion zone for humanity long ago!"

"That's right. I've heard some of the rumors about the Kunlun Mountains, and they're terrifying."

"The terrain in the Kunlun Mountains is treacherous and hard to climb. Many of the peaks are covered in snow year-round, and the climate is erratic. Going there is no different from courting death."

"Temple Master Ning, how about you don't go!"

"You guys are scaring me with all this talk."

"Don't be scared, everyone. Did you forget that Temple Master Ning is a living immortal? Maybe he came to the Kunlun fairy mountains to find a fairy palace!"

Seeing the broadcast, the viewers began chattering among themselves.

And they were right.

The Kunlun Mountains were indeed exceptionally dangerous.

In another parallel world, the state had even enacted regulations strictly prohibiting anyone from climbing the Kunlun Mountains.

This was because the people who went basically never returned.

As he walked, Ning Fei explained to his viewers:

"There are three places in the world known as the gates of hell."

"The first is Snake Island in Brazil, a small island off the Brazilian coast. It is entirely populated by highly venomous pit vipers. No other animal can survive there, and tourists are strictly forbidden from visiting."

"The venomous snakes there feed on insects and the abundant migratory birds. It's a pity that ordinary animals simply cannot enter."

"The second is North Sentinel Island in the Bay of Bengal. The indigenous people on this island refuse to interact with outsiders and still live a primitive lifestyle. Furthermore, it's said that any outsider who comes into contact with the natives will suddenly drop dead shortly after."

"The third is the Kunlun Mountains Valley of Death."

"The Kunlun Mountains are the sacred mountains of Huaxia, covered in snow year-round, and its valley is filled with a terrifying aura. There was once a herd of horses that scattered in there and never came out again."

"Of course, these are all just legends."

"The scientific explanation is that the average elevation of the Kunlun Mountains is over 5,500 to 6,000 meters. Ordinary people will easily suffer from oxygen deprivation up here. At its coldest, temperatures drop below minus thirty degrees, which the average person cannot withstand."

"In addition, the magnetic field here is highly chaotic. The weather is dry, and if a person runs quickly across the mountains, an ionization phenomenon can occur in the air, easily electrocuting them to death."

Ning Fei spoke in a calm, quiet tone.

The viewers listened to his explanation with absolute, rapt attention.

"Is it that dangerous?" a viewer said, swallowing hard.

They couldn't help but feel a bit nervous.

"Temple Master Ning, where is this Valley of Death?"

Someone asked.

Seeing this comment, Ning Fei manipulated his drone to fly high into the air, panning across the surroundings before addressing the viewers in the broadcast:

"My current location is the Valley of Death!"

Hearing his words, the viewers' eyes widened as they were all collectively petrified!