Under One Person: My Inner Realm Connects to All Worlds!

Chapter 233 Ashiya Shimagi
It was once an ancient battlefield, with countless bones buried underground. The Yin energy there was heavier than in other places, and the earth's veins were more chaotic and complex, making it an ideal location for clandestine actions.

The closer one gets to the wild forest slope, the more viscous and chilling the air becomes. Ordinary birds and beasts would detour around it; the surrounding silence is terrifying.

Han Yun concealed his presence and quietly crept to a high cliff at the edge of the valley, looking down.

The valley floor scenery is quite similar to the mountain stream to the southeast.

Three men dressed in the same gray robes sat cross-legged in a triangular formation, with a black stone tower about a foot tall placed in the middle. The runes on the tower's body shimmered with an ominous dark light, and a wisp of extremely thin black energy was seeping into the ground.

However, unlike the southeast direction, the guardian here is not the earthquake catfish, but a strange humanoid spirit with a blurred figure, seemingly pieced together from countless shadows, the Shadow Woman.

It hovered silently above the three of them, like a giant, constantly writhing and changing black jellyfish. Its presence not only perfectly concealed the aura of the magical artifacts and people below, but also emitted a mental fluctuation that made people feel uneasy.

Any creature that enters this area will be unconsciously guided by it, experiencing illusions and then detouring away from it.

Moreover, the three people here were clearly more vigilant.

One of them was not fully focused on casting the spell, but kept a portion of his mind on vigilantly scanning his surroundings, while holding a black jade talisman in his hand, seemingly ready to crush it as a warning at any moment.

"It seems the changes in the southeast haven't reached here yet, but they're more cautious than the previous group." Han Yun instantly understood.

A strong attack might be able to take it quickly, but there's no guarantee that the opponent won't destroy the stone tower or send out a signal in an instant.

We must defeat them in one strike, while simultaneously controlling the three people and the elf, giving them no time to react.

Han Yun held his breath and focused his mind, his internal energy flowing quietly. He held his hands in front of him, and a miniature yet dazzling Qimen formation instantly unfolded and expanded between his palms, silently enveloping the valley below.

Feng Hou Qi Men: Luan Jin Tuo!
He did not directly target the three living people, but instead focused the core of his magic on the concepts of "time" and "space" flowing in that area.

At the bottom of the valley, the man on guard suddenly twitched his eyelids. He felt that the light around him seemed to dim subtly for a moment, and the air flow became extremely slow.

The hand seals of his companions, the dark light emanating from the stone tower, and even the tentacles of the shadowy woman floating in the sky all seemed to be sinking into an invisible quagmire.

This change was so subtle that he would have been almost unaware of it had he not been so vigilant.

"wrong……"

Alarm bells rang in his mind, and he instinctively reached out to crush the black jade talisman in his hand.

However, just as he made up his mind and was about to exert force with his fingers, a figure appeared beside him without warning, like a ghost!
Han Yun's speed was so fast that it seemed as if he had directly traversed the distance of space.

Han Yun's fingertips contained powerful Qi that could seal meridians and lock pulses, and he precisely pressed on the vital acupoints on the back of the necks of the three gray-clad men.

The three of them froze simultaneously. The look of horror and disbelief that had just appeared in their eyes was instantly frozen, their consciousness completely plunged into darkness, and they collapsed to the ground.

The jade talisman, which was about to be crushed, slipped from between the loosened fingers.

Almost simultaneously, Han Yun, without even looking, reached up and grabbed at the air.

The character "坤" (Kun) is associated with the earth element and the "河车" (He Che) system, which is believed to

On the ground, countless clods of mud and gravel shot into the sky, not as an attack, but as countless tough, earth-yellow chains. As if they had a life of their own, they coiled around the shadowy woman in the air who had sensed the danger and was about to let out a shriek and disappear into the shadows.

The Shadow Woman's body instinctively blurred, trying to merge into the shadows, but the earthen chains, imbued with Han Yun's pure Qi, further stirred the earth's energy, specifically restraining this ethereal spirit.

Puff puff!
The chains pierced through the shadow woman's illusory body without any hindrance, yet seemed to lock its core, tightening suddenly!
“Haw—!”

The shadowy woman let out a sharp, piercing scream that went straight to the soul, but the sound was immediately blocked and annihilated by layers of earth and stone. Her twisting and changing shadowy form was forcibly dragged down from mid-air and bound tightly to the ground, unable to struggle.

From the moment the attack began to the moment the situation was completely under control, the entire process happened in the blink of an eye, silently and swiftly.

Han Yun raised his hand and caught the black jade talisman that was about to fall. He glanced at it and saw that it was engraved with complex communication runes. Once it broke, the signal could be received from dozens of miles away.

"Be cautious."

He casually put away the jade talisman seal, and then did the same thing to seal the still-operating black stone tower.

Afterwards, he performed a soul search on the three unconscious men in gray.

The information they received was almost identical to what they had learned before: they too belonged to the mysterious "Lord Ashiya," and their mission was to infiltrate and erode the ley lines for an extended period. They also knew very little about the higher-ups' plans.

The only remaining fragment of memory is that every seven days, at midnight, they would use a special communication device to report their progress and receive instructions from a secret base in Chengdu. The next contact would be tomorrow night.

The so-called Lord Ashiya attaches great importance to this operation and has recently come to Chengdu to oversee it.

"Shudu Outpost..."

A cold glint flashed in Han Yun's eyes.

This is the real big fish that has some value.

He contacted Zhang Xiaolian again, asking him to send someone to handle the aftermath.

"Young Master, are you going to Chengdu next?" Zhang Xiaolian asked.

"Not bad." Han Yun's tone was calm, but it carried a hint of cold killing intent. "Let's see who this 'Lord Ashiya' really is."

A moment later, a streak of light left the back mountain of Qingcheng and silently headed towards the brightly lit capital of Chengdu.

Under the cover of night, the bustling city of Chengdu conceals countless undercurrents beneath its prosperity and clamor.

Han Yun dialed Zhao Fangxu's number: "Chairman Zhao, it's me, Han Yun."

Zhao Fangxu's voice, slightly surprised but quickly regaining its composure, came from the other end of the phone: "Chairman Han? Is there some progress on the Qingcheng Mountain side when we contact each other at this time?"

"Yes, we caught a few rats, and following the clues, the trail leads to Chengdu," Han Yun said succinctly.

"The other party is an Onmyoji from Japan, belonging to a tightly structured organization. The leader is codenamed 'Ashiya,' and is currently possibly stationed in Chengdu. They are using special magical artifacts to erode the earth's veins, with the goal of destroying the seal on the Well of Exorcism."

Zhao Fangxu's voice instantly turned serious: "Nippons? How dare they extend their reach into the Ghost Well! What kind of cooperation do you expect from the company?"

"Do not mobilize manpower on a large scale for the time being, so as not to alert them. The other side has a secret base in Chengdu, and tomorrow night at midnight is their fixed time for communication."

"I need top-notch intelligence support from Chengdu and necessary backup plans, but it must be kept absolutely secret."

"clear."

Zhao Fangxu immediately understood.

"I'll have Hao Yi, the head of the Southwest region, contact you directly. He has the most reliable elite team and intelligence network. I'll delegate the authority directly to him, and if necessary, he can mobilize all resources to eradicate this gang of monsters!" "Okay. Stay in touch."

Shortly after hanging up, an encrypted communication came in, the voice gentle: "Chairman Han, this is Hao Yi, the head of the Southwest Region. Chairman Zhao has instructed me to fully cooperate with you. Please feel free to ask for anything you need."

Han Yun had heard of Hao Yi before. Hao Yi was one of the elders of Na Du Tong. Although he seemed mild-mannered and a kind old man, he was actually quite resourceful and capable.

"Mr. Hao, I need investigation reports on all suspicious locations in Chengdu that may be related to Yin-Yang magic or the activities of neon supernatural beings, with a focus on areas with recent abnormal energy fluctuations or secret gatherings of people."

"In addition, prepare a crack team on standby, ready to launch a surprise attack and arrest the relevant personnel at any time."

Han Yun is only one person, and even the wisest person can make a mistake. If he misses one person, it will cause trouble.

"The data will be sent to your encrypted terminal within ten minutes. The team is in position; they are all experienced men who have been with me for many years, tight-lipped and tough."

Hao Yi was extremely efficient and immediately provided relevant intelligence based on the information he had.

"In addition, according to recent monitoring, the flea market in the Jiuyanqiao area of ​​the west of the city and a high-end Japanese restaurant called Longyue in the eastern suburbs have shown weak but continuous abnormal Qi aura. These have been marked as key points for your reference."

"Received. Remain silent and await my instructions."

After ending the communication, Han Yun's encrypted terminal quickly received detailed information.

He quickly browsed through the exhibits, his gaze lingering briefly on the "Jiuyanqiao Secondhand Market" and the "Longyue Japanese Restaurant." Although his third eye was not fully open, his spiritual senses were already faintly pointing towards the eastern suburbs.

"High-end Japanese restaurants...that does fit their habit of hiding in bustling areas."

Han Yun did not delay. His body transformed directly into Qi, as if he were flying and leaving a trace, hiding in the world, roaming the four seas, unknowable, undetectable, and unobservable. He existed in the world, yet was not seen in the world.

It blended into the night and sped off towards the east of the city.

The Oborogetsu Ryotei is located in a secluded garden-style architectural complex in the eastern suburbs of Chengdu. Its exterior is in a very Zen-like Japanese style, with an elegant atmosphere and excellent privacy, making it a favorite place for many celebrities and businessmen.

At this moment, in a tea room called "Yugen" deep inside the ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurant), candlelight flickered and incense wafted.

A middle-aged man dressed in a dark hunting robe, wearing a black hat, and with a gloomy face knelt in the main seat. He closed his eyes and concentrated, his fingers lightly tapping the low cypress table in front of him. He exuded a cold aura that was out of place with his surroundings.

It was that "Lord Ashiya," whose full name was Yoshimi Ashiyajima, one of the twelve chief priests of a secret organization in Japan.

Below, a man dressed as a waiter with sharp eyes respectfully reported: "Lord Shimagi, the routine messages from the southeast and northwest nodes of Qingcheng Mountain did not arrive as scheduled today. Attempts to contact them have also yielded no response."

Ashiyajima Yoshimi's fingers, which were tapping on the table, paused. He slowly opened his eyes, a dark glint flashing in them: "Both teams have lost contact at the same time. It seems our little ones have been discovered."

His tone was calm, yet it sent a chill down the spines of the waiters below.

"Sir, should we activate the emergency plan immediately and evacuate this area?"

"Evacuate?"

Ashiyajima Yoshimi's lips curled into a cold smile. "The plan has reached a crucial stage. How can we let it all fall apart because of the slightest disturbance?"

"The loosening of the seal on the Ghost-Breaking Well is irreversible. We just need to hold on for a few more days until the evil energy in the earth's veins accumulates to a critical point. At that time, even if the Celestial Master of Longhu Mountain were to arrive in person, he would be powerless to reverse the situation!"

"But……"

"No buts!"

Ashiyajima interrupted him: "The fact that the other party was able to remove two of our nodes so precisely must mean they are experts in the earth's veins. They may have already followed the clues and come here."

"There's an old saying in China: 'The one who understands you best is always your enemy.' It's time to have a good showdown with China's All-Knowing."

"I have already laid out a maze of ghosts inside and outside this restaurant, and there are also Jorogumo lurking in the shadows. Even the most skilled supernatural beings can easily get in, but as for getting out, humph."

A cruel and confident glint flashed in his eyes: "Send the order down to everyone to be on high alert. Also, prepare that thing. Since guests may be coming, we should at least prepare a generous gift."

"Hi!"

The waiter bowed and accepted the order, then quickly withdrew.

Silence returned to the tea room. Ashiyajima Yoshi closed his eyes again and murmured to himself, as if communicating with something unseen: "What intense resentment and fear! The thousand-year-old heritage of Chengdu is just right to be offered as a sacrifice to the Hakko Ichiyu Pagoda. Shenzhou, this ancient land, will eventually tremble beneath our feet."

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Outside the restaurant, Han Yun stood atop the branches of an ancient tree, his third eye slightly open in the moonlight, scrutinizing the seemingly tranquil and elegant building.

"As expected, something strange is going on. The entire restaurant is shrouded in a very faint illusion barrier. The internal energy is mixed, the Yin energy is hidden, and there are several strong spiritual fluctuations lurking inside."

"The formation is cleverly arranged, borrowing the water and wood layout of a garden, almost natural, and full of the essence of the Eight Mansions School of Acharya. It seems that quite a lot of things were plundered from the Central Plains back then."

He could sense that the barrier had the effect of confusing perception and distorting direction. If an ordinary person with supernatural abilities were to break in, they would probably get lost in it instantly, or even trigger an alarm.

But before him, the formation was like a spider web, complex yet clearly structured.

"A parade of a hundred demons? It's just a facade."

Han Yun did not force his way in. Instead, he pointed his fingers like a sword and drew them in the air. Subtle blue light traces flowed from his fingertips, as if he were modifying invisible program code.

With his profound understanding of Qimen formations and his keen insight, he silently opened a "back door" in the barrier, allowing only one person to pass through, while simultaneously disrupting several core energy nodes, temporarily disabling its warning function.

With a swift movement, he drifted into the courtyard of the ryotei like a falling leaf, landing silently before revealing his form.

The courtyard was secluded and winding, with swaying bamboo shadows. It seemed ordinary, but under Han Yuntian's keen eye, he could see countless hair-thin Yin Qi tentacles permeating the air, like sensitive nerves. Once touched, they would immediately attract a thunderous strike.

Han Yun's movements were mysterious, always dodging these Yin Qi tentacles at the last second, as if dancing on the edge of a knife, yet appearing leisurely and carefree.

Suddenly, from the shadow of the artificial hill on the side, a slender black shadow that was almost blending into the darkness shot out silently, aiming straight for Han Yun's back!
It was incredibly fast, and without making a sound.

Han Yun seemed to have eyes in the back of his head. Without turning his head, he simply flicked his finger, and countless forces mixed with true qi twisted and turned the wind, condensing into a wisp of azure wind.

Ding!
With a soft sound, the dark shadow, a sharp spider leg gleaming with a cold, eerie blue light, was repelled by a supple yet powerful force.

The attacker let out a sharp screech and emerged from the shadows—a ferocious sprite, half-human and half-spider.

Its upper body is that of a bewitching woman, while its lower body is that of a giant black spider. It is the shikigami that Ashiyajima Yoshi relies on – "Jorogumo".

(End of this chapter)