Sage of Humanity-Chapter 1845 - 1843: Entering Zixuan Alone

The big protective array that envelops this place is extremely sturdy, making it quite difficult to sabotage even from within.

In the past, when Lu Ye targeted Baiyue, he disguised himself as Baiyue Moon Jade to infiltrate, breaking several array bases of Baiyue. Yet, even so, Baiyue's protective array continued to operate, albeit with decreased protective capability.

Baiyue is merely a high-class Spirit Island, smaller in scale compared to Zixuan, which has eight array bases, and certainly, Zixuan has even more. Attempting to destroy all array bases in a short time to defeat the protective array is practically impossible.

By the rules of the All Phenomena Ocean, the protection of such a Spirit Island can be considered impenetrable by any force, as no more than five Moon Jades could participate in any island conquest battle. Five Moon Jades are simply insufficient to shake such a protective array.

In comparison, Three Worlds Island has a long way to go to reach the level of these top powers with their top-class Spirit Islands.

Clearing his thoughts, Lu Ye quickly flew forward, soon arriving outside the big array of Zixuan Island. He activated his mana and spoke loudly, "Lu Ye of Three Worlds Island, here for a visit."

A moment after he spoke, a crack appeared in the protective array, and a figure flashed out from within. Lu Ye focused his gaze to find a young man with a pale face and no beard, wrapped tightly in a snow-white fur coat, giving the impression of being in some frigid land to an uninformed person.

The youth did not carry the masculine vigor expected from a man but rather emanated a strange, soft aura. His eyes were mysteriously deep as he scrutinized Lu Ye with a smile at the corner of his lips: "You must be Lu Ye from Three Worlds Island?"

His tone clearly indicated that he had heard of Lu Ye's name before.

Lu Ye nodded: "That's right. May I ask for your name?"

Recalling the intelligence Old Tang had shared about Zixuan Island in his mind, Lu Ye vaguely guessed the identity of this effeminate man.

Zixuan Island is indeed a top-class spirit island, yet, per the inviolable rules of the All Phenomena Ocean, it registers only five Moon Jade governors; no one can break this rule.

However, this doesn't mean there are only five Moon Jades on Zixuan Island. Similar to Three Worlds Island, unregistered Moon Jades have no official standing; they can cultivate on the island but cannot join in island conquest battles.

This effeminate man possessed a cultivation of Moon Jade Late Stage. Since he welcomed Lu Ye, he must be one of the five governing Moon Jades.

Sure enough, the man introduced himself, "Zixuan, Hu Guang!"

This Hu Guang came from the same species as Yuan Du's mistress, both being Six-tailed Fox Demons.

"Guests are welcome; please come in." Hu Guang gestured with a sidestep, a smile lingering at his lips.

Yet the next instant, his brows furrowed because, facing his invitation, Lu Ye hesitated not at all, simply saying "pardon the intrusion" before swiftly slipping through the crack in the big array and entering Zixuan Island.

Hu Guang was momentarily stunned, unable to comprehend why Lu Ye dared to enter Zixuan Island alone, contrary to the expectations of the Demon Race entourage.

In their view, if Lu Ye were in his right mind, he would not enter Zixuan Island and would only converse from outside the protective array. But he just stepped in; it was uncertain whether he was audacious or had lost his senses.

"How interesting!" Hu Guang blinked and followed him inside.

Inside Zixuan Island, Hu Guang led Lu Ye in one direction, neither spoke. Lu Ye's Mental Consciousness flickered as he sensed around, perceiving the auras of many cultivators within the island, along with sporadic bizarre beast roars in his ears.

Regrettably, he could not detect Wey Po's presence and had no clue where Wey Po was detained.

Soon, Hu Guang brought Lu Ye to a hanging cliff, facing the ocean, flanked by unknown Spirit Trees in bloom, wafting floral fragrance.

A large platform stood nearby, with a long table and prayer mats arranged, as though a place for hosting guests.

At this moment, several charming Demon Race ladies awaited there, with exquisite fruit platters and several jars of fine wine placed on the table.

Lu Ye frowned slightly, unsure of the situation.

"Greet our guest." Hu Guang instructed.

Immediately, a graceful Demon Race lady approached, enchanting as water, with a sweet smile, taking Lu Ye's arm softly: "This way, esteemed guest."

Lu Ye remained unmoving, merely turning his gaze to Hu Guang: "Fellow Daoist, what is the meaning of this?"

He came for Wey Po, really at the latter's invitation. He expected at least a verbal battle if not a direct conflict upon meeting. The current scenario made him a bit confused.

Hu Guang smiled faintly: "Fellow Daoist came at an opportune time; the island is hosting a banquet for guests to thank them for their care over the years. Being a guest means you are invited to sit and join us."

Lu Ye blinked, then nodded: "Very well!"

Under the guidance of the Demon Race lady, Lu Ye soon arrived at the forefront of the left table and seated himself cross-legged. The lady kneeled beside him, pouring him wine.

"Please take a seat, Fellow Daoist. I still need to receive the guests, so I must excuse myself," Hu Guang said, then turned and left.

On the vast cliff platform, aside from the Demon Race maids waiting there, only Lu Ye remained.

He vaguely understood Zixuan Island's intentions.

What he could confirm was that Zixuan Island indeed had ties with Yuan Du. A year ago, when Wey Po was captured, it was definitely due to Yuan Du's secret manipulation.

It's just that Lu Ye wasn't in the All Phenomena Ocean at the time, so Zixuan Island had to hold back until recently when he appeared on the Three Worlds Island, prompting Zixuan Island to deliberately send Wey Po's perfume sachet to lure him here.

As Lu Ye had mentioned to Luan Xiao'e before, with Wey Po in their hands and specifically sending the jade slip and sachet, they had the upper hand. Whether he wanted to or not, he had to come, unless he didn't care about Wey Po's life or death, but that was obviously not an option.

But when he arrived, it just so happened that he encountered the occasion of Zixuan Island hosting a banquet for guests from all sides.

This was clearly not a coincidence, because the seat arranged for him by Zixuan Island was at the head! Above him was a large chair, obviously meant for the host.

So, in this banquet, he was the main character. This was also why he hadn't seen any other guests.

In the past, he had publicly brought Yuan Du disgrace. Now, it was obvious they wanted to return the favor by shaming him in broad daylight. The guests about to arrive merely played supporting roles, there to witness how Zixuan Island would bring Lu Ye shame!

After this, the news would surely spread far and wide, allowing Yuan Du to vent his resentment.

Even knowing the situation, Lu Ye didn't have a better solution at the moment. He could only accept his fate and wait calmly.

The Demon Race maids beside him served him attentively. Seeing Lu Ye not drinking his wine, they raised their delicate fingers, picking up a berry, carefully peeling it, and placing it on Lu Ye's fruit plate.

A rough melody played as two rows of dozens of slim or plump Demon Race women suddenly entered, dancing a wild and bewitching dance.

Time passed, and guests continually arrived. Without exception, all were of Moon Jade Late Stage cultivation.

Lu Ye estimated that these guests were of the Island Master status of various Spirit Islands. Since Zixuan Island intended to make a spectacle of him, the witnesses naturally couldn't be of lower status. When the event at the banquet was spread by these Island Masters, it would be convincing and disseminate more quickly.

Many of the arriving guests were acquaintances, yet Lu Ye knew none of them.

While his strength surpassed Tang Jun's by far, his social skills were not his strong suit.

These Island Masters, seeing Lu Ye being arranged in the primary seat, were slightly surprised. Some approached to greet him, but upon learning that Lu Ye was actually the Third Island Master of Three Worlds Island, their expressions turned strange, as if they understood something, and they stopped conversing with him, leaving Lu Ye in peace.

Lu Ye eventually did encounter someone he knew.

Mang Dang of Five Colors Island!

Upon seeing Lu Ye, Mang Dang ignored the guidance of the Demon Race women and directly sat beside Lu Ye, laughing heartily, "Fellow Daoist Lu, you truly are like a divine dragon, appearing rarely. Where have you been all these years?"

He had come to Three Worlds Island multiple times looking for Lu Ye, only to be told that Lu Ye hadn't returned, yet today, unexpectedly, they met here.

"Wandering around," Lu Ye replied with a smile.

Simultaneously, Mang Dang's audio transmission sounded in his ear, "Why are you on Zixuan Island? Leave at once, Zixuan Island's relationship with Yuan Du is no small matter."

Lu Ye maintained his smile while replying, "Thank you, Fellow Daoist, I know what I'm doing."

"What do you mean by knowing what you're doing? Listen to me, it's not wrong, leave quickly." Mang Dang continued to urge via Mental Consciousness transmission, while verbally saying with a jovial tone, "The Three Worlds Island is developing so well, the branch there has been well taken care of, which is largely thanks to you, Fellow Daoist Lu."

"Fellow Daoist, you exaggerate. If not for Five Colors Island's support back then, there wouldn't be the Three Worlds Island of today." Via audio transmission, he added, "This banquet today is prepared for me, someone from this island is held by Zixuan Island. Sitting here poses no immediate threat, but any sudden move, and Zixuan Island won't allow it."

Mang Dang scratched his head, cursing, "I wondered why Zixuan Island suddenly sent me an invitation. Turns out there was more to it... Well then, come with me, I'll take you out, and if anyone from Zixuan Island dares to jump out, I'll hold them off for you."

Lu Ye felt a warmth in his heart and truthfully said, "Fellow Daoist, I'm merely a doppelganger, you needn't worry too much."

Mang Dang was stunned, scrutinizing Lu Ye up and down, "Really?"

He couldn't detect a single flaw because this doppelganger was too lifelike.

Lu Ye smiled, "Do I look like someone who would willingly court death? If I've dared to come, naturally I've made preparations."

Only then did Mang Dang feel reassured.