Stop pretending, the seemingly useless junior sister is the real boss.

These words stunned Zhou Li, who was feeling a surge of anger in his chest, for a moment.

So he had already agreed to pay the bet to that bastard Shen Ji, so what kind of trouble is Bai Xiaobai causing now?

How could I possibly give her that bone whip?

If she were to discover the vengeful spirit within the bone whip, things would become even more uncontrollable.

Seeing Bai Xiaobai already flying onto the stands, Zhou Li's expression was beyond ugly.

Therefore, describing his expression as ferocious at this moment would be more appropriate.

"Bai Xiaobai, this bone whip was passed down to Mu Yu by our sect leader. Now that you have already defeated him and I have agreed to honor the bet, why do you still want to snatch his bone whip? I advise you to know when to stop and not to act recklessly just because you are in your Qingxiao Sect."

Zhou Li's reaction made Bai Xiaobai even more convinced that the vengeful spirit inside the bone whip had some unspeakable secret.

As far as she knew, although the reputation of the Liuyue Sect hadn't been great in recent years, it was still considered a legitimate cultivation sect.

But why would they trap a powerful vengeful spirit inside a bone whip?

Is this kind of underhanded tactic really something a legitimate cultivation sect would do?

It seems that my master had already discovered that there was something wrong with the vengeful spirit in this bone whip, which is why he had Changling keep it.

Mu Yu is a complete idiot, but she just can't stand Zhou Li, that old bastard.

So he has to honor the bet, and this bone whip has to stay today.

In any case, all the powerful figures from various sects already suspected that the Liuyue Sect might be related to demonic cultivators. Although they did not sense any special aura on Mu Yu, this bone whip definitely had a big problem.

Therefore, they will definitely stand on our side.

Just as Bai Xiaobai had predicted, the experts from other sects also spoke up.

"Sect Leader Zhou, it's just a bone whip, why be so stingy? What harm would it do to give it to Bai Xiaobai?"

"Yes, it's just a bone whip. Although its grade isn't low, it's not more precious than a sect's most prized treasure, is it?"

"Bai Xiaobai is a little princess of the Spirit Realm, and she is currently cultivating in our cultivation sect. This can be seen as an opportunity for us to befriend the Spirit Realm. If we cause unpleasantness over a whip, wouldn't it make our cultivation sect seem petty?"

"Sect Leader Zhou, you should give it to her."

"..."

Zhou Li was so angry he almost laughed. These guys were really all in cahoots.

He had already promised her the sect's most prized possession, and now he was going to have to give her a bone whip in return. How could he do something so foolish?

I can't give you the bone whip.

Just as he was about to refuse, he felt a powerful pressure that made his soul tremble, and at the same time a mysterious voice transmitted to him.

"Leave the bone whip behind if you don't want to die."

Zhou Li felt as if an invisible giant hand was holding his primordial spirit.

If he dares to refuse even half a word, he will vanish in an instant.

He could sense that the owner of this terrifying pressure was definitely more than just a Nascent Soul cultivator.

Moreover, his strength is even greater than that of the mysterious person who sought his cooperation; this mysterious powerhouse is definitely not someone he can contend with.

But when did such a powerful being arrive at the Qingxiao Sect?

Could it be those three Supreme Elders?

No, that's not right. If the three Supreme Elders of Qingxiao Sect had truly broken through to the Nascent Soul stage, Li Qingshan would definitely not be so quiet.

So who could it be?

Why did he help Bai Xiaobai?

Could it be a powerful being from the spirit world?

Regardless of who it is, it seems they have no choice but to give up the bone whip today.

Because staying alive is more important.

Zhou Li was sweating profusely and nervously swallowed repeatedly.

"Okay, I... senior, I'll give it to you."

As the oppressive aura emanating from him dissipated, he looked around with lingering fear, only to find that everyone else appeared normal.

So they seemed unaware of what he had just experienced.

But he was certain that this mysterious expert was nearby.

He dared not wait any longer, and with a wave of his hand, he took the bone whip wrapped around Mu Yu's arm and handed it directly to Bai Xiaobai.

"Here...for you."

Knowing that the Qingxiao Sect still had powerful figures, he dared not linger for even a moment longer.

After wiping the cold sweat from his forehead, he bowed and said goodbye.

"The outcome is now decided. I will have the stakes delivered to Xiaoyao Peak. I still have matters to attend to within the sect. Farewell."

After saying that, without waiting for anyone else to speak, he led the Liuyue Sect disciples and the unconscious Mu Yu away.

Watching Zhou Li and the others flee in disarray, Bai Xiaobai scratched his head in confusion and asked Chang Ling.

"What's wrong with him? He seems frightened. Do you think I, a mere Qi Refining Level 12, could scare him?"

Faced with Bai Xiaobai's question, the red-clad sword spirit shook his head helplessly.

Changling: You have no idea how terrifying your smiling master is when he's alone. So, is it possible that what's really scaring him is your master?

"Maybe he's come to his senses. After all, there are other powerful figures from other sects here. If he doesn't give you the bone whip, he's afraid he'll get ganged up on."

Bai Xiaobai felt that Changling's analysis made a lot of sense, so she stopped worrying about Zhou Li's hasty escape and instead carefully examined the bone whip in her hand.

However, after just one glance, she instantly felt a chill run through her body and hurriedly handed the bone whip to Shen Ji in front of her.

"Master, you should keep this."

After receiving the bone whip, Shen Ji glanced at it indifferently and then put it back into his storage ring.

"Alright, Xiaobai, go back with your senior brothers. The sect will send the rewards for this sect competition to Xiaoyao Peak later. You've worked hard these past few days, go back and get some rest."

Upon hearing this, Bai Xiaobai glanced at the others and noticed that their expressions seemed a bit off, confirming that the bone whip was indeed involved in something.

However, this was not something she, at the twelfth level of Qi Refining, could participate in. Now that she had finally completed the task her master had given her—to ensure that Xiaoyao Peak would remain the top sect in the minor competition for a hundred years—she should go back and get some rest.

She nodded gently. "Alright, Master. Then please be careful. As for Mu Yu, there seems to be nothing unusual about him so far."

"Yes, I understand. Go back now."

After leaving the stands, Bai Xiaobai couldn't help but ask Ling Tian, ​​who was traveling with her, about the heavy look that had flashed across her master's face.

"Senior Brother, is the Demonic Sect really that terrifying? Why does everyone seem so wary of it?"

Hearing what Bai Xiaobai said, Ling Tian's tone became somewhat heavy.

"Back then, all the cultivation sects on the entire Tianyan Continent were almost wiped out by the Demonic Sect. Those demonic cultivators were ruthless; in order to master their demonic arts, they specifically devoured the souls of cultivators. If the Demonic Sect were to truly make a comeback, it would be a nightmare for all of us cultivators."

After Ling Tian finished speaking, Chang Ling continued.

"Let me put it this way: if the Demonic Sect reappears, all cultivation sects will once again face annihilation. Not only cultivators, but even the mortal realm will not escape, and the entire Tianyan Continent will be corrupted by demonic energy."

Ling Tian's explanation to Chang Ling made Bai Xiaobai's heart sink.

Those who cultivate demonic arts are truly terrifying.