Longevity Thunder Ancestor

Chapter 961 Reunion with Ning Daozhen

In the past, the Holy Temple would release some Thousand Soul Grass to large merchant guilds like theirs, but in recent years the Holy Temple has been very strict in controlling the Thousand Soul Grass, and it rarely leaks out.

So even though the reward Ningfa offered was very tempting, they could only feel helpless.

This was naturally very bad news for Ning Fa, but he was determined to get the Thousand Soul Grass and would not give up no matter what.

Thinking of this, Ning Fa looked at the group and said in a deep voice, "It seems that everyone has gained quite a bit. Does anyone have any news about the closure order for the Wanling Mountains?"

Upon hearing this, Ji Lianxing's smile vanished, and she said in a deep voice, "Let me speak first. I used a little trick to get some information from the son of the manager of Kusa Trading Company, one of the seven major trading companies in the city."

First of all, the news that our Cangyuan spies attempted to sabotage the defensive array of the Wanling Mountains does not seem to be unfounded, but rather true.

It's unclear whether those spies have been caught yet.

Upon hearing this, Bai Yueqiu and Xiao Pengyuan's expressions changed, and even Sang Wen frowned, clearly indicating that this was very bad news.

Ning Fa sighed: "I also paid a price to get similar information from the manager of another major trading company, Tu Ge Trading Company."

The reason the Holy Temple even sealed off the outer perimeter of the Wanling Mountains was to capture those so-called spies within.

Since both of these major trading companies have said so, it seems the news is indeed true.

However, everyone knew perfectly well that it was impossible for any other cultivators from Cangyuan to come.

However, whatever the truth may be, it is not good news for us.

The shopkeeper's words revealed that this matter also served as a reminder to the temple.

Even if those spies are caught, the Holy Temple intends to completely seal off the Wanling Mountains for a period of time until the war between Tianli and Cangyuan has reached a decisive conclusion.

Upon hearing this, the others' expressions turned grim, but Xiao Pengyuan's eyes flashed as he said:

"That ancient formation is divided into two layers, inner and outer. The inner layer of restrictions is what truly serves to intercept those savage beasts, and it is what we really need to destroy."

However, to achieve this, external restrictions are still necessary.

While the outer layer of restrictions is not as strong as the inner layer, it is extremely vigilant. If we were to break in without authorization, we would definitely be discovered.

It is currently known that the only way to directly teleport to the inner area is through the teleportation array in Aisa City. Now that this route is blocked, it seems that this matter is beyond saving. Otherwise…”

It was clear that Xiao Pengyuan was already considering backing down, but he hadn't finished speaking.

Ji Lianxing frowned, displeased, and said, "Why are you giving up so easily, Fellow Daoist Xiao? We've only been here for a day. Maybe we can find another way to get in?"

Ning Fa looked at her with some surprise. He hadn't expected this woman to be so determined, which changed his impression of her somewhat.

Xiao Pengyuan's face stiffened, and he immediately chuckled: "It's not that I necessarily want to retreat, but I think it's better to return to the front line and make some contributions than to just wait here."

Upon hearing this, Bai Yueqiu nodded: "I agree with what Fellow Daoist Xiao said. It seems that the Tianli people are already on guard, and this matter is indeed difficult to succeed. I believe Fellow Daoist Xuyuan will not blame us."

After listening, Ning Fa remained calm and then looked at Sang Wen, asking, "Fellow Daoist Sang, what is your opinion?"

Sang Wen said calmly, "Although this matter seems very difficult, we have come all this way with great difficulty, and we don't know if we will have such an opportunity again next time."

I suggest we wait a while and see if things take a turn for the better.

Ning Fa nodded in agreement: "That's right, that's my opinion too."

Moreover, the Wanling Mountains are so vast; I don't believe the Tianli people's arrangements are without any loopholes. At worst, we can probe the outer defenses little by little to see if there's any opportunity to exploit.

Ning Fa's resolute statement surprised the others.

Ji Lianxing glanced at him and then smiled, "Actually, from what I've heard, there are still some high-level Tianli cultivators in the city who are dissatisfied with the sudden closure of the Holy Temple."

After all, this is their way of making money, and perhaps we can get some breakthroughs from them.

Ning Fa gave her an appreciative look, then looked at Xiao Pengyuan and Bai Yueqiu.

Xiao Pengyuan immediately replied, "What I just said was for everyone's benefit. Since that's the case, I will naturally do my best to help."

Bai Yueqiu shrugged: "Of course, Captain, you don't need to look at me like that. I certainly won't slack off."

Ning Fa smiled, pondered for a moment, and said, "The cultivation levels of all of us are not low. If we gather together all the time, it will be a bit conspicuous. Let's gather every few days or when there is important intelligence. Everyone should be careful."

The group nodded and then left one after another.

In the following period, Ning Fa continued to gather information in the city, maintained good relations with the major merchants, and also came into contact with some high-level Tianli cultivators who were also unwilling to accept the ban.

However, these people didn't have any good solutions. Their plan was simply to wait a few more years until things calmed down, and then use their connections to smuggle themselves into the outer areas of the Wanling Mountains.

Although this is a backup plan, Ningfa cannot wait several years.

He had already secretly decided that, at worst, he would leave the city and walk around the edge of the outer barrier of the Wanling Mountains to see if he could find any loopholes.

That evening, Ningfa walked out of a shop.

He glanced at the city gate not far away, his eyes flashing slightly. He had already decided to leave through this gate and head to the Wanling Mountains to investigate.

Just then, Ning Fa's expression shifted slightly, and he casually glanced to his left. From a grand and imposing shop diagonally opposite, he saw a young man in a black robe, with striking features and a commanding presence, emerge.

He curled his lip and said with a look of disdain, "Your Torren Trading Company claims to be one of the top three trading companies in Aisa City, yet you don't even have Mu Xuezhi. What a waste of my time."

Behind him, a round-faced early-stage Core Formation cultivator wearing a round hat said with a fawning smile, "Senior Lin, your timing is very bad. Our shop actually has quite a few Mu Xuezhi, but usually no one comes to buy them."

However, in the past few days, a strange cultivator came and bought all the remaining Snow Branches in the shop.

However, if Senior Lin only waits two more months, our shop can transfer some more from other places.

"Two months? Okay, I hope you won't disappoint me then."

The young man in black robes shrugged and walked in another direction down the street.

"It was actually him..." Ning Fa was surprised.

Although this person had changed his appearance and physique, Ning Fa could tell at a glance that he must be Liao Wuyin.

He had known this person for a long time.

This goes back to the time when Huayu Sect fought against the Black Spirit Church. Liao Wuyin was a high-ranking member of the Black Spirit Church, and he was actually a vessel for the Black Spirit.

Later, during the great battle in Yingyue Valley, Liao Wuyin also appeared and participated together with another ancient spirit—Wen Xiuxin, the vessel for fire worship.

Unexpectedly, Liao Wuyin did not die in Yingyue Valley, and has now appeared in Aisa City.

Moreover, although his aura was obscure, Ning Fa could clearly sense that this person had also advanced to the Nascent Soul stage.

This is not surprising, after all, he can be seen as the incarnation of the Black Spirit at this time, and such an old monster cannot be judged by common sense.

However, given Ning Fa's current cultivation level, such strange ancient spirits were nothing to him.

But the question is, why would Liao Wuyin, who represents the Dark Spirit, appear in this city of Aisa?

A flash of inspiration struck Ning Fa.

Could it be that the rumor that the restrictions on the Wanling Mountains were being breached was actually the work of Liao Wuyin?

And is it possible that there are other ancient spirits besides himself, such as the fire-worshipping one?

Why would they do that?
Thinking of this, Ning Fa suddenly became interested. He seemed to be casually walking around the nearby shops, but in reality, his powerful divine sense was firmly locked onto this person.

Liao Wuyin seemed unaware of this. He did not linger in the city and left directly through the north gate of Aisa City when it got dark.

Not long after, Ning Fa also came out. He did not immediately set off to chase after them. After waiting for a while, he slowly flew towards the direction Liao Wuyin had gone.

After flying for more than a thousand miles, Ning Fa suddenly stopped, looking ahead with a sharp glint in his eyes.

Two hundred miles ahead, Liao Wuyin suddenly stopped atop a small hill, seemingly waiting for someone.

Not long after, another crimson streak of light flew over, revealing a slender and beautiful woman in a white dress. This woman was indeed Wen Xiuxin, and she was also at the early stage of the Nascent Soul realm.

The two were very cautious. Liao Wuyin cast a soundproof barrier, and the two seemed to be talking inside it.

To avoid alerting the enemy, Ningfa did not forcefully attack the soundproof barrier.

He hesitated, his eyes filled with contemplation, wondering whether he should intervene and stop the two directly.

Just then, Ning Fa's gaze suddenly sharpened.

Then another beam of light flew from the top of the small hill, revealing a handsome man dressed in a blood-red robe.

Ning Fa was even more familiar with this person; he was none other than his cousin, Ning Daozhen, who was also a reincarnated powerful figure from the Blood Heaven Sect.

A look of surprise appeared on Ning Fa's face.

Things were getting more and more interesting, and he couldn't help but be very curious about what the two sides had gathered together for.

Moreover, he increasingly felt that the incident in the Wanling Mountains was likely the work of these people, who clearly had ulterior motives.

Could it be that they also want to break through the great formation of the Wanling Mountains?
At this moment, Ning Fa's desire to take action became even stronger.

Although the three people opposite him were not ordinary Nascent Soul cultivators, Ning Fa was not alone either.

He also has Little Ice and Blue Lightning, and if necessary, Black Feather and Baili Ming can also take action, so capturing these three should be more than enough.

Just then, Ning Daozhen and the other two seemed to have finished their discussion. Liao Wuyin and Wen Xiuxin transformed into two streaks of light and flew away separately.

Ning Fa's eyes narrowed, and he prepared to make a move.

But at that moment, Ning Daozhen, who was still standing in place, suddenly looked up in his direction.

A faint smile appeared on his indifferent face, his lips moved slightly, and then Ning Fa heard his voice transmission.

“My dear cousin, it’s been a long time. Why don’t you come over and catch up?”

(End of this chapter)