Eternal Life: My Talents Can Refresh-Chapter 144 - 110: Slaying Duan Yuewu (Part 3)

Hearing Ling Xiaobai’s transmission, Chu Ning finally breathed a slight sigh of relief.

"Let’s go, we’re heading out!"

Chu Ning called out, and Ling Xiaobai immediately jumped onto Chu Ning’s shoulder.

Meanwhile, a beam of white light shone from Ling Xiaobai’s head, enveloping Chu Ning.

In the next moment, Ling Xiaobai darted forward, carrying Chu Ning in the white light out of the restriction.

As they landed, Chu Ning looked up and saw it was near the edge of the mountain gate where they had been last night.

Only then did Chu Ning’s long-held anxiety finally and truly dissipate.

He dared not let Ling Xiaobai linger outside for long and quickly placed him into the Spirit Beast Bag, then hurried toward his own courtyard.

At this moment, Chu Ning, whose heart and mind had calmed down, was flooded with questions in his mind.

For instance, this was clearly the sect’s protective restriction, so how did crossing through it lead to that forbidden zone?

Is it the same restriction, or is there another explanation?

What is the Spirit Seed that the people from the Yin Demon Sect mentioned inside that forbidden zone?

Why is it that only disciples at the Qi Refining Stage can enter the forbidden zone, and why are they replaced after a period of time?

Can’t those disciples stay inside to maintain the array?

Unfortunately, no one could answer all these questions for him; he couldn’t even find someone to ask.

Of course, Chu Ning’s heart wasn’t full of questions at the moment.

At least two things made Chu Ning feel slightly at ease.

First, the Cyan Creek Sect already knew about the Yin Demon Sect disciples infiltrating the sect.

Moreover, they knew their purpose was to enter the forbidden zone, so they continued to purge them before and after entry.

This relieved Chu Ning, who had known about the matter but didn’t know how to inform the sect.

Another thing that slightly reassured him was that the sect’s secret mission was better than he had imagined.

Although there were some dangers, according to what the Yin Demon Sect people said earlier.

The dangers in the forbidden zone mainly come from various places with demon beasts.

And these demon beasts, at most, are Tier One Advanced.

In other words, they are still within the Qi Refining Stage; even if some demon beasts are indeed powerful.

But as long as they are not too absurdly strong, preparing enough tactics should handle the issue.

Thinking this way, Chu Ning’s earlier anxiety about possibly being chosen for the mission slightly eased.

Still, to Chu Ning, participating is something to avoid if possible.

With these thoughts interweaving, Chu Ning finally returned to his courtyard.

At this point, Chu Ning released Ling Xiaobai again.

"Xiaobai, without my permission, do not venture inside there again, understand?"

"Ying!" Ling Xiaobai called out softly.

At this moment, Chu Ning recalled Ling Xiaobai’s divine technique for breaking through restrictions.

So, he asked:

"Xiaobai, was the divine technique you used to bring me into the restriction awakened after you became a Tier One Advanced Demon Beast?

Are there any other divine techniques?"

"No." Ling Xiaobai answered with an aggrieved tone.

Hearing Ling Xiaobai’s response, Chu Ning gave up.

Worried that this little creature would run amok again, he put him back in the Spirit Beast Bag.

Ling Xiaobai was naturally unwilling, but at Chu Ning’s insistence, he burrowed back into the Spirit Beast Bag.

Chu Ning watched Ling Xiaobai’s figure disappear and shook his head.

He recalled Zhuang Yunde mentioning that the Library Pavilion’s outer library mainly stored miscellaneous books that Outer Disciples could view anytime.

Initially, he intended to visit the Library Pavilion during the day to find information about spirit beasts, especially regarding Ling Xiaobai. But that would have to wait for another opportunity.

After practicing the Refining Spirit Technique briefly, Chu Ning, who had not closed his eyes for two days, fell asleep immediately.

The next morning, Chu Ning got up and arrived at the entrance and exit of the Outer Sect on time.

Soon after, Gu Xiaoqing, Shen Zhengquan, and Lu Miaoying arrived one after another.

To Chu Ning’s slight surprise, Lu Miaoying, originally at the Qi Refining Fifth Layer, had broken through to the Sixth Layer of Qi Refining.

Chu Ning wasn’t the only one who noticed; Gu Xiaoqing also asked joyfully.

"Junior Sister Lu, did you break through?"

"Yes, I had been stuck at the Qi Refining Fifth Layer for a while. After returning to the sect a few days ago and relaxing, I somehow broke through." She smiled slightly.

Her smile was quite natural, noticeably different from the forced smile she had at the Market before.

It was clear that breaking through made Lu Miaoying genuinely happy.

"That’s good. Cultivation is sometimes about reaching a certain point naturally," Gu Xiaoqing said with a smile.

The two women started chatting.

Shen Zhengquan also congratulated and joined in the casual conversation.

Chu Ning simply congratulated and then remained silent.

After a while, Chu Ning noticed the few people who had waited on the first floor of the Hundred Treasures Pavilion appearing again.

A person who looked like a steward flew a spiritual boat, carrying them through the air.

Seeing Chu Ning observing them, Gu Xiaoqing spoke up:

"They are on another mission. I heard they also encountered people from the Yin Demon Sect on the same day as us.

One of them had a treasure that helped them all survive, and they returned for a reward."

After Gu Xiaoqing explained, Chu Ning understood why they had appeared at the Hundred Treasures Pavilion that day.

Shen Zhengquan added:

"I heard from elders in the hall that five groups encountered attacks from the Yin Demon Sect that day.

Besides our two groups, the other three seem to have been completely wiped out."

"Junior Brother Shen’s information is correct; I also heard it from people in the hall."

Gu Xiaoqing nodded slightly to confirm the news.

Then she sighed slightly and said:

"We should be more cautious in the future. Try to avoid leaving the Market. If we have to go somewhere, it’s best to travel in pairs."

The group fell into brief silence upon hearing this.

The previously relaxed atmosphere grew heavier.

Even though days had passed, they evidently hadn’t forgotten the attack.

Chu Ning quietly shook his head at Gu Xiaoqing’s words.

He agreed with avoiding straying too far from the Market if possible.

However, as for traveling in pairs, it seemed unnecessary.

Chu Ning thought the attack might have been due to the group being a conspicuous target.

If he went out alone using Illusion Technique, the chance of being discovered by the Yin Demon Sect might reduce significantly.

Of course, Chu Ning kept these thoughts to himself.

Regarding returning to Yan Workshop, he decided to observe for some time before making a decision.

After chatting for a while, Lin Changqing arrived.

He released a flying boat, carrying them through the sky.

An hour later, they appeared at Yan Workshop.

By then, the Market had begun to see some foot traffic.

Lin Changqing ignored the already populated streets and landed the flying boat directly in front of some shops.

Seeing Chu Ning and others emerge, envious gazes immediately turned from Cultivation Clans and loose cultivators.

"A Major Sect is remarkable!"

"Of course, not just anyone can become an Outer Disciple of the Cyan Creek Sect."

"I’ve heard the Cyan Creek Sect has been accepting many disciples these past two years. I wonder if anyone from my family will have this chance..."

Amidst such discussions, Chu Ning and the others disembarked from the flying boat.

As he was about to return to his market booth.

Lin Changqing’s voice echoed in their ears.

"No need to worry too much. The area around the Market remains safe. I’ll be staying here in the Market too for the next few days.

Furthermore, our sect, allied with six other sects, is engaging in a large-scale sweep against the Yin Demon Sect disciples.

Estimated within a month, we should largely clear them."

After speaking, Lin Changqing took to the skies again on the spiritual boat.

Chu Ning and the others opened their respective shops.

As Chu Ning stepped into his shop, a figure quickly followed.

"Shopkeeper, you’re open! I’ve been waiting here since early morning.

Do you have any Basic Upper Grade Talismans? I want to buy a few."

Surprised by this, Chu Ning turned his head.

It was rare for someone to specifically request Basic Upper Grade Talismans and to buy several at once. 𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

Turning around, he saw an unremarkable middle-aged man.

He had some impression; the man had purchased talismans from him before.

However, he hadn’t seen him buy Basic Upper Grade Talismans before, and he wondered why the sudden interest today.