Mortal: Copying the entry, reborn as Linghu Patriarch

"Fellow Daoist Linghu, are you sure Spirit Beast Mountain will really betray the Seven Sects?"

"I asked in green."

"Fellow Daoist Yin, please don't be so formal. Find a seat for yourself."

Linghu Qing said something to Yin Ruyun, who was still standing at the cave entrance, before looking at the crowd in front of him with a serious expression.

"certainly!"

"If I wasn't sure, I wouldn't have gathered everyone here."

Obviously.

The group had already discussed matters in advance and did not wait for Yin Ruyun at all.

Yin Ruyun, however, did not care at all. He calmly walked to the side of the stone table, found an empty seat, and sat down.

But when she heard the words "betrayal by Spirit Beast Mountain," a clear look of surprise flashed in her eyes.

When Jin Zhi parted ways with her just now, he was so confident and composed that there was no sign of anything amiss.

wrong.

Looking back now, it must have been full of flaws. After all, who would be so happy when disaster is imminent, laughing so hard they couldn't stop smiling?

"But the other party has already made a vow against their inner demons."

The Taoist priest in green lightly tapped the stone table with his fingertip, raised his eyebrows slightly, and spoke with a hint of doubt.

"The world of cultivation is full of wonders, and it's not impossible that the other party has a way to resist the oath of inner demons."

Linghu Qing paused, his gaze sweeping over everyone, and added, "Even without it, exchanging the life of a Nascent Soul cultivator from Spirit Beast Mountain for the entire Yue Kingdom would be a huge win for the six sects of the Demonic Path."

Silence fell instantly inside the cave.

Everyone looked solemn and exchanged bewildered glances.

Although Linghu Qing did not produce conclusive evidence, no one believed he would lie.

Lying about matters concerning the survival of the Yue Kingdom would bring no benefit whatsoever; on the contrary, it would only backfire.

Moreover.

After everyone calmed down, they gradually noticed Jin Zhi's strange behavior and expressions throughout the whole incident.

The sound of the waterfall grew clearer, making the cave even quieter.

After a while.

Everyone has accepted this fact.

Spirit Beast Mountain is a traitor!

Mingzhou sighed softly, his tone tinged with regret and helplessness.

"Why did it have to come to this?"

She had lived for hundreds of years and was used to sect conflicts, but she never expected that when the demonic path was pressing in, a sect would choose to betray her.

"Hmph! I never expected that Golden Spider to be this kind of person!"

"I noticed his shifty eyes and dishonest intentions a long time ago; he was definitely up to something!"

Wu Dao slammed his hand on the stone table, his anger burning, and his tone was indignant.

Qingyi: "So what do we do now? Should we send troops directly to take over Spirit Beast Mountain, or should we set a trap to lure them out?"

"It would be too easy on them to make a move now."

"Aren't they pretending to resist the evil forces?"

"Then let them fight the demonic forces for a while, weakening both sides. Once they're both exhausted, we'll make our move and eliminate the traitors from Spirit Beast Mountain in one fell swoop!"

Elder Zhu of Tianque Fort slowly spoke, his beard and hair moving slightly, his tone carrying a hint of sinister ruthlessness and calculation.

This statement came out.

Everyone nodded, their eyes flashing with approval.

Afterwards, everyone discussed the details one after another, their tone solemn, every word concerning the safety of the Yue Kingdom.

Yin Ruyun sat on a stone bench, quietly watching the discussion without interrupting.

In my mind.

The image of parting with Jin Zhi just now involuntarily appeared in her mind.

A smug smile played on Jin Zhi's lips as he spoke casually, radiating confidence that he was in complete control.

I wonder if Golden Spider would be so furious if he knew that all his schemes and disguises had been exposed, that he would go berserk on the spot.

She subconsciously turned her head to look at Linghu Qing, who sat calmly in the main seat.

His eyes were full of curiosity.

This man, seemingly gentle and humble, possesses a meticulous mind and far-reaching schemes that surpass all others.

Her impression of him was that he was very mysterious.

How many secrets does he still have?

Half an hour later.

After everyone finally reached an agreement, a sense of relief appeared on their faces.

Mingzhou rose and solemnly bowed slightly to Linghu Qing.

"Fellow Daoist Linghu, we owe you a great debt this time. If you hadn't noticed the anomaly and alerted everyone, the Yue Kingdom would probably have been in real danger."

"Yes, I have to thank Linghu this time."

"Sigh, hopefully we're just overthinking it and our guess is wrong."

The others nodded in agreement, looking at Linghu Qing with either gratitude or sighs.

"Fellow Daoist, you are too kind. Protecting the Yue Kingdom is also the responsibility of Huangfeng Valley."

Linghu Qing waved his hand, his tone calm and without the slightest hint of arrogance.

"But it's too early to relax now; there's still a tough battle ahead."

He changed the subject, his gaze falling on Mingzhou.

Mingzhou has truly grown old.

His hair was as white as frost, his face was deeply wrinkled, and the vicissitudes of life in his eyes were becoming increasingly profound. Although his aura was steady, it could not hide his decline.

"Fellow Daoist Mingzhou, is your body still able to hold up?"

Mingzhou sneered, her tone sharp and stubborn, "Though I am old, I am not one to fear death! In this battle, I will surely slay one of their mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators!"

"Fellow Daoist Linghu need not worry."

Linghu Qing understood.

This defiant tone precisely demonstrates that her combat strength is no longer at its peak.

"I naturally believe in Fellow Daoist Mingzhou's strength."

"Is there anyone in the entire Yue Kingdom who can rival you?"

"snort."

Mingzhou snorted, and his expression softened.

Linghu Qing: "However, with the demonic forces pressing in, fellow Daoists should also make good preparations. Why don't we hold a small trade fair here to exchange what we have and complement each other's weaknesses?"

Upon hearing this, everyone readily agreed, a hint of anticipation flashing in their eyes.

In the world of cultivation, resources are fundamental, and such an opportunity to exchange what one has is naturally something to be desired.

Linghu Qing made the first move.

With a flick of his finger, a pearl as white as jade appeared in his palm, surrounded by a faint spiritual aura and a refreshing fragrance.

Upon hearing it, one feels a rush of blood and qi.

Longevity Pill.

Everyone's eyes instantly locked onto the pill, their gazes filled with longing and envy, and their breathing became rapid.

Lifespan.

It is the obsession of all cultivators.

Especially for Nascent Soul cultivators, whose lifespans are nearing their end, the desire for longevity pills is even more intense and they cannot obtain them.

"Fellow Daoist Linghu, where did you find the Longevity Grass to refine this Longevity Pill? Does the Yue Kingdom even have Longevity Grass?"

The Taoist in green robes looked on with envy and couldn't help but ask.

Mingzhou's gaze was fixed on the longevity pill, his desire undisguised.

Who doesn't want to live a few more years?

"Fellow Daoist Linghu, I am willing to exchange a 1,700-year-old Sacred Essence Fruit for this Longevity Pill!"

Elder Zhu could no longer contain himself. He took out a white jade-colored fruit, leaned forward slightly, and spoke urgently.

"I'll trade you a piece of gold crystal!"

Wu Dao then pulled out a fist-sized, golden-brown crystal, his eyes gleaming.

No one can ever have too many longevity pills.

Mingzhou could no longer hold back. He took a deep breath and pleaded, "Fellow Daoist Linghu, may I exchange three Azure Condensation Mirror talismans for this Longevity Pill?"

Azure Mirror.

The signature magic weapon of the Hidden Moon Sect is famous and incredibly powerful, capable of immobilizing enemies' magical artifacts and spells.

One leaf is at least equivalent to a thousand-year-old medicinal herb.

The Taoist in green felt a slight stirring in his heart, and was somewhat tempted.

But he knew that this pill would never truly belong to him.

There was no quote.

Yin Ruyun was still young and had plenty of lifespan. He watched the crowd scrambling for it, but remained calm and did not participate.

"Please be patient, everyone. Let me take a look at these three treasures first."

Linghu Qing raised his hand to stop the scramble, his gaze sweeping over the treasures in the hands of Elder Zhu, Wu Dao, and Ming Zhou.