Chapter 64

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Wujiao stood inside the cave, his eyes blank.

There were animal skins and cushions for sitting and sleeping, as well as stone tables and stone desks for placing miscellaneous items. The place, though not large, was dry and bright.

This was a cave dwelling belonging to a cultivator.

But where was the owner of the cave?

Perhaps the person lying on the ground, unconscious with blood flowing from his nose and mouth, was the owner.

What happened to him? Oh, it seems I bumped into him.

Sigh, Brother, you're too fragile! But then again, why did you block the way? Otherwise, why would I have bumped into you and not someone else? Why did you have to be so unlucky?

Wujiao glanced down, bent over, and picked up something. It was the animal skin talisman given by Qi Sanren, which should be a teleportation talisman.

Previously, to help the Hu siblings and the Jiao family escape, I took the initiative to challenge and lead away the strong enemies. It seemed impulsive and overconfident, but it wasn't really reckless. This teleportation talisman was my last resort. Unfortunately, I didn't know how to use it, so I had to ask Hu Yancheng for help at the last minute. I managed to learn a half-finished spell before hastily setting off on my escape.

Am I the kind of person who treats life and death as a game?

Of course not.

But whenever luck comes, I always feel at a loss. When the teleportation talisman was activated, I didn't know how to control it, so I could only leave it to fate. Thus, I ended up here in a daze.

However, perhaps due to the loss of magical power, the runes and color on the talisman seemed a bit dimmer. It seems this thing has a lifespan and limitations. In the future, it's best to use it only in emergencies!

"Senior Brother Tiancheng, why haven't you come down the mountain to await orders yet..."

Wujiao was examining the talisman in his hand and trying to understand its usage when he was suddenly startled by a shout.

It was a woman's voice, and it sounded familiar to the owner of the cave.

Senior Brother Tiancheng?

If there's a senior brother, there must be a junior sister. Could it be that I accidentally stumbled into a sect? And this Senior Brother Tiancheng is still lying on the ground. If his senior and junior siblings see this, I'll be in deep trouble, and even a beating would be the least of my worries!

Oh no, what should I do?

"Senior Brother Tiancheng..."

The voice grew closer. Even though the stone wall blocked the spiritual senses, he knew a young woman was coming this way.

Wujiao was still at a loss, but his eyes suddenly fell on the ground. In a flash of inspiration, he grabbed a golden mask and put it on, which fit just right. He then stripped the gray robe, boots, waistplate, and headband from the man on the ground, hastily putting them on himself. Without checking if they fit, he jumped up to leave the cave but turned back, his eyes cold. A black sword blade flashed in his right palm. After a moment's hesitation, he gave up, stepped back, and covered the man with an animal skin, kicking him into a corner before rushing out of the cave.

At the same time, a fragrant breeze blew in his face.

Wujiao blocked the cave entrance, refusing to move. A soft body bumped into his chest but quickly twisted away, scolding, "Senior Brother! You're taking advantage of me again, you bad person..."

Hmm! This woman could have avoided it, but she deliberately bumped into me. Who's taking advantage of whom?

Wujiao felt uneasy and took the opportunity to step out of the cave. He tightly held the mask with both hands, afraid of being exposed.

On the stone steps a few feet away stood a young woman in a green dress, her figure alluring and eye-catching. She also wore a strange golden mask, making it impossible to see her true face. As she scolded, she twisted her waist, suddenly removed the mask, revealing a fair and charming face with passionate eyes, then giggled, "Hey! Senior Brother, don't you recognize your junior sister? Why are you so dazed..."

Do I know who you are?

Wujiao looked at the young, beautiful woman, hesitated for a moment, and stammered, "Ahem... Junior Sister... Ahem..."

The green-clad woman, who called herself the junior sister, frowned and moved closer.

Wujiao quickly held the mask with one hand and secretly hid the other behind his back, the black light in his palm ready to strike. She was not an ordinary woman but a cultivator at the fifth level. If she attacked, it wouldn't be pleasant!

But when she got close, she didn't make any unusual moves. Instead, she complained, "Senior Brother, it's fine to wear the golden crystal mask, but why change your voice and appearance? Don't you want to fool your junior sister? We agreed to help each other in the Azure Dragon Valley..."

Wujiao couldn't answer, feeling confused.

Golden crystal mask, Azure Dragon Valley, and the previous agreement?

The woman clearly mistook him for someone else, but she didn't notice. Perhaps this could help him get away with it.

"In the Azure Dragon Valley, there will be conflicts. Only with Senior Brother's protection can I survive. Senior Brother, have you changed your mind? Why are you acting like this?"

The woman looked even more aggrieved, lowered her head, and leaned against him, breathing heavily, "Deep affection, don't betray my heart..."

Wujiao felt the fragrance and couldn't help but be moved.

Tsk, senior brother and junior sister, such a romantic relationship in cultivation is truly delightful! But I'm not your Senior Brother Tiancheng, and I'm not a lecherous person!

Wujiao straightened up, calmed his mind, and hid the demonic sword in his palm, pushing her away, "Junior Sister, you should understand my intentions. We need to go down the mountain to await orders, so we can't delay..."

The woman stumbled, then looked up in surprise, her beautiful face showing anger. He saw the situation and patted her shoulder affectionately, walking forward, "If Tiancheng betrays you, he won't have a good end!"

The woman scolded and laughed, pinched his chest hard, gave him a flirtatious look, and said, "Liu'er understands. Just remember Senior Brother's appearance and behavior, and you won't be exposed. You should be more careful too!"

She put the mask back on, and a faint light flashed over it, enveloping her body. Suddenly, neither his eyes nor his spiritual senses could detect her cultivation or true appearance. She turned and twisted her waist, showing off her unique charm.

Wujiao followed a few steps behind, his eyes following her swaying figure, and he couldn't help but rub his chest and sniff his fingers, then spat.

Shameless!

As the saying goes, a gentleman is cautious when alone and doesn't deceive in the dark. How can I face Ziyun? But the woman's figure is indeed attractive. Her name is Liu'er? And her mask is the same as mine, so it must have a special use...

Wujiao tried it out, and with a surge of spiritual power, the mask vibrated slightly, and a light flashed. Instantly, an invisible aura enveloped his body. When he released his left hand, the mask stuck tightly to his face and wouldn't fall off.

He was amazed and praised, "Interesting!"

"Not just interesting! The golden crystal mask is made from rare mica and is unique to the sect. After this trip, it must be returned. Don't be greedy, Senior Brother!"

Liu'er stopped and looked back, "The Azure Dragon Valley is about to open. Liu'er will accompany Senior Brother down the mountain..."

"Hehe, Junior Sister, you go first!"

Wujiao smiled and followed, glancing back at the cave as he moved.

Senior Brother, I'll temporarily inconvenience you. Once I'm free, I'll return your junior sister. But I still don't know where I am or what this Azure Dragon Valley is all about. Who can teach me?

Wujiao picked up the jade plate at his waist and noticed the words "He Tiancheng" and "Ancient Sword" carved on it.

He Tiancheng must be the man in the cave. And Ancient Sword is likely the name of the sect.

I remember there's an Ancient Sword Mountain in Huosha Kingdom. Could this be Ancient Sword Mountain?

How could that be? That would be too surprising!

I remember the distance between Egret Town and Ancient Sword Mountain is hundreds of miles. Could I have stumbled into the Ancient Sword Sect just by using the teleportation talisman?

Too incredible!

Because I didn't understand the talisman, I ended up here by accident. Even so, it's hard to believe!

Wujiao looked around, puzzled.

The peaks were majestic, and the mist made the place seem ethereal. The narrow stone steps soon disappeared, leaving only a shallow path winding down through the wild grass. It seemed there was no way forward, adding to the unease. No matter where this place is, it's not a place to stay long. Escaping won't be easy. For now, it's best to gather some information.

Wujiao followed a few steps and started talking to his "junior sister"—

"Junior Sister! The Azure Dragon Valley is about to open. Be careful and think carefully to avoid being caught off guard..."

"Senior Brother! You're usually proud and aloof, but now you're so considerate. Liu'er is flattered..."

"Ah... Tiancheng is a dead man..."

"Senior Brother..."

"Ahem..."

"The Azure Dragon Valley opens at noon. It's not too late to leave now. This training will last twelve months. I hope Senior Brother gains something..."

"If I do, I won't forget Junior Sister. But... I want to go out for a while..."

"This is the southern slope of Ancient Sword Mountain. Normally, you could, but not today. The sect has ordered all disciples to gather at the foot of the mountain. Anyone with a golden crystal mask must attend..."

Heaven! I really am at Ancient Sword Mountain. I don't know if it's luck or bad fortune. If my identity is exposed and I'm caught intruding and impersonating someone, I'll be in deep trouble.

Qi Sanren, your teleportation talisman is so powerful. I underestimated you! I must return to Fenghua Valley one day to see what other secrets you have!

Wujiao was surprised and stopped with Liu'er.

They were already halfway up the mountain, but their path was blocked.

About ten feet away, a man in a gray robe stood on a cliff, a cultivator at the seventh or eighth level, in his twenties or thirties, with a slightly dark complexion, beady eyes, and a short beard, looking competent and shrewd, but his expression was unhappy. He complained, "Liu'er, we agreed to go together. Who knew you had someone else in mind..."

Liu'er seemed annoyed and huffed, "Senior Brother, you've got the wrong person!"

The man shook his head, smirking, "I've been waiting for you since you came up the mountain. No matter how you hide, your figure and gait can't change. As they say, a woman's gait is three parts flirtatious, hard to resist. Hehe!" He jumped down from the cliff and said suggestively, "This must be Junior Brother Tiancheng. You've fooled many senior sisters and junior sisters. Why not let Liu'er go and earn some good karma..."

I just arrived, and I'm not a lecher. Oh, you're talking about He Tiancheng, not me!

Wujiao glanced at Liu'er, who was still pouting, then looked at the man, and then at the misty sky beyond the mountain, feeling a bit dizzy.

First, senior brother and junior sister, then the Ancient Sword Sect and the Azure Dragon Valley, and now a jealous rival.

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