Chapter 531: Chapter 389: Ancient Divine Fist, Defeated and Fleeing, Poison Valley Secret Realm

Xiaonan had seen the Supreme Sword Sect’s sword techniques many times when her master displayed them.

So the sword style Lin Chang’sheng now revealed was instantly recognizable to her—the moves were exactly like her master’s.

"Could Master really have taken him as a disciple?"

Xiaonan still found it hard to believe. After all, this guy had stolen her master’s Spirit Coffin—he clearly didn’t look like a good person at all.

How could Master possibly accept him as a disciple?

"See, I told you, didn’t I? Your master even asked me to take care of you from now on. Said she worried about you the most, and told you to get along well with me!"

Lin Chang’sheng, seeing the Three-headed Ice and Fire Python hesitate, wasted no time in coaxing and tricking her.

Of course, Xiaonan’s master had never said these words—Lin Chang’sheng had completely made them up.

After all, the Three-headed Ice and Fire Python’s cultivation was formidable. If he could make use of her, Lin Chang’sheng’s own strength would be vastly boosted.

"Did... Master really say that?"

Xiaonan’s eyes immediately softened, her murderous intent fading.

She would always obey whatever her master arranged.

"Of course. She also told you to let go of your old obsessions and live well with me!"

Lin Chang’sheng kept up the pretense.

At these words, tears welled up in Xiaonan’s eyes, filling her with an even deeper longing for her master.

"Master—"

Xiaonan’s strength left her, and she slowly sank to her knees.

If Lin Chang’sheng was truly her master’s disciple, she naturally wouldn’t harm him—and would even do her utmost to help him grow stronger.

"Don’t worry, Master. I’ll live my life well, just as you wished!"

Xiaonan murmured softly.

Seeing Xiaonan so miserable, Lin Chang’sheng didn’t know what to say—he could only wait quietly nearby.

Hoo—

Just then, a shadow flickered in the distance, appearing not far away.

"Who’s there?"

Lin Chang’sheng shouted warily.

Gu Shan could then be seen walking slowly from afar.

"Looks like I worried for nothing—thought you might just have died for no reason! Never thought you’d actually make a lucky escape!"

A faint smile played at Gu Shan’s lips.

He didn’t know how Lin Chang’sheng had taken the Spirit Coffin, or become her successor...

But he had to admit—Lin Chang’sheng certainly was blessed with remarkable luck.

"Die!"

But before Lin Chang’sheng could reply, Xiaonan had already launched an attack on Gu Shan.

She immediately sent a palm strike flying, flames of fiery power swirling around her hand.

Gu Shan felt as if plunged into an icy abyss, and hurriedly dodged backward.

BOOM—

The Palm Seal slammed into a distant mountain, instantly blasting it to powder and sending rocks flying everywhere.

Countless boulders and old trees were burned to ash by the fiery flames.

Luckily, Gu Shan had dodged in time—otherwise, he could imagine what would’ve happened if that strike landed.

"Don’t hurt him—he’s one of us!"

Lin Chang’sheng quickly intervened when he saw Xiaonan strike at Gu Shan.

Only then did Xiaonan lower her hand; she’d assumed the newcomer had come to hunt her and Lin Chang’sheng down.

"That was close! Good thing I was fast enough!"

Gu Shan said with lingering fear.

But Xiaonan gave him no warmth. "You’re the one who’s been tailing me all this way, aren’t you?"

Gu Shan was surprised Xiaonan had noticed he’d been following them all along.

But thinking about it, it was reasonable—the Three-headed Ice and Fire Python had a far stronger cultivation than his, so she’d be able to sense his presence.

"Yes, I was. But I never meant you any harm—I was only trying to find Lin Chang’sheng!"

Gu Shan explained frankly.

If the Three-headed Ice and Fire Python bore him a grudge, his own fate wouldn’t be good. Better to be clear now.

"You’d better be telling the truth! If I catch you with even half a stray thought, you won’t even leave a corpse behind!"

Xiaonan said coldly, then turned her eyes to the coffin, gently lowering the lid.

"Please keep Master’s remains safe. From now on, I’m willing to follow at your side and help you cultivate!"

Xiaonan finally dropped her guard toward Lin Chang’sheng, speaking sincerely.

Hearing this, Lin Chang’sheng felt a tidal wave of delight.

He dearly wished to form a contract with the Three-headed Ice and Fire Python right now—then he’d gain some of her powers and lifespan.

But they’d only just met, and her strength was leagues above his, so rushing things would only backfire.

Forcing it would only turn things sour.

"That’s perfect!"

Lin Chang’sheng was completely satisfied.

With such a powerful spirit beast at his side—a match for the Tribulation Crossing stage—how could any ordinary cultivator hope to touch him?

After speaking, Lin Chang’sheng took out a Spirit Beast Bag. "If you get tired, you can rest inside the bag—we still have a long way to travel!"

However, Xiaonan showed no intention of entering the Spirit Beast Bag. Instead, she wrapped the many little snakes atop her head in a black scarf, and prepared to journey with Lin Chang’sheng.

After all, she hadn’t left the Ling Jiu Mountain Range for countless years, and she was curious what the outside world was like now.

"Let’s go!"

Lin Chang’sheng shot Gu Shan a look, then summoned his Lightning Thunderclap Eagle. Together, the three set out toward Scorpion Valley.

To reach the Immortal Palace, they’d have to pass through this land first.

...

One day later. Scorpion Valley. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

This place, normally desolate, was now bustling like never before.

In a single day, all the major sects had arrived by use of array formations.

Among them were the Myriad Beasts Sect, the Celestial Nether Sword Sect, and the Blood Robe Sect, and others.

All the great factions knew Lin Chang’sheng would pass through here on his way to the Immortal Palace. Each planned to intercept him at this spot.

Tempted by an offer of a hundred thousand Immortal Crystals from the Myriad Beasts Sect, the Nine Poison Sect Leader naturally agreed to help the others.

To avoid any accidents, the Nine Poison Sect Leader had even laid a grand array throughout Scorpion Valley, lying in wait for Lin Chang’sheng to march to his death.

"This time, if Lin Chang’sheng dares show his face, he won’t escape even if he sprouts wings!"

Luo Shang, masked like a ghost, curved his lips in a cold smile.