Fantasy, starting with a treasure bowl

"Demonic energy...!"

Lu Feng was taken aback, and his expression turned serious.

Whether it was Song Fei's previous ramblings or the rumors of the cursed lone star mentioned by Jiang Chenglu, he didn't find it strange. But now, upon hearing Gu Canyang's words, Lu Feng was suddenly jolted awake!

"Could it be that Song Fei wasn't just talking nonsense, but was actually terrified because he sensed the presence of demonic energy?"

A thought suddenly flashed through Lu Feng's mind, and he suddenly understood.

Clearly, the so-called son-in-law selection event was not as simple as he imagined!

"Ancient... why is so much demonic energy emanating from the territory of the Beichen clan? And what exactly is this demonic energy...?"

Thinking of this, Lu Feng couldn't help but ask out of curiosity.

"Demonic energy is not a naturally occurring force in the world, but rather it is derived from the evil thoughts and desires of living beings. This force not only possesses unlimited potential for growth, but also lacks a fixed form, allowing it to freely parasitize other entities. Therefore, it is difficult to completely eliminate it using ordinary methods..."

Gu Canyang's reminder came again, "Speaking of which, young master Lu, you should still remember Shen Tianzhong from Sunset Academy, right?"

"Fellow Daoist Shen? Of course I remember you, but what does this demonic energy have to do with you?"

Lu Feng remained puzzled in the face of Gu Canyang's question.

"It's really okay."

Gu Canyang continued unhurriedly, "However, the Judgment Blade that Shen Tianzhong used to wield also happened to harbor a wisp of demonic energy, which is one of the reasons why his swordsmanship was divine and he was invincible..."

"That being said, the power of demonic energy is not something ordinary martial artists can control. A slight misstep can backfire, leading to sudden death or even causing widespread devastation..."

"Old Master, according to your advice, what should I do next?"

Seeing that Gu Canyang didn't seem to be joking, Lu Feng couldn't help but have second thoughts.

After all, with his mere cultivation at the ninth level of the Yuanhai Realm, let alone whether he could find the source of that demonic energy, even if Lu Feng eventually found the source of the demonic energy, he would probably still find it difficult to resist!

"What should we do?"

"I only have one option: to run away!"

Like Lu Feng, Gu Canyang spoke almost without hesitation.

"Are they running away?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Feng clenched his fists, and couldn't help but hesitate.

"Young man of the Lu family, I understand your feelings. You want to find the whereabouts of the two envoys of the Wusheng Sect as soon as possible, then defeat them, and finally rescue that girl Lin Xiaoyu."

"However, as long as the green hills remain, there will always be firewood to burn."

Seeing Lu Feng's hesitation, Gu Canyang, hiding inside the treasure basin, reminded him again, clearly not wanting him to fight a losing battle, "With your current cultivation level, even with my help, you're not entirely confident you can completely eliminate this demonic energy..."

"Moreover, the origin of this demonic energy remains unknown, and it's even possible that it's connected to members of the four major families..."

Gu Canyang said in a melancholy tone.

"It seems that, in that case, I have no choice but to..."

Lu Feng was about to speak when he was interrupted by a melodious and gentle female voice, "Young hero."

"May I ask, young hero, why have you remained motionless since stepping onto this stage?"

The person who spoke was none other than Bei Chen Wan, the eldest daughter of the Bei Chen clan.

"Ahem, please excuse my poor appearance, Miss Wan'er!"

Faced with Bei Chenwan's probing, Lu Feng also snapped out of his daze, then coughed a few times, looking slightly embarrassed, and said, "My name is Lu Feng. I have nothing else to do at the moment; I just happened to be passing by. Farewell!"

After saying that, Lu Feng didn't hesitate at all and turned to leave without looking back.

Although he initially wanted to join in the fun, after hearing Jiang Chenglu's mention of the "lone star of calamity" and discovering that the Beichen clan's territory was shrouded in demonic energy, Lu Feng gave up the idea.

After all, although he was daring, he wasn't stupid. Lu Feng had never done anything so dangerous and risky!

"etc!"

Seeing Lu Feng suddenly turn and leave, Bei Chenwan was also taken aback for a moment, then quickly called out to him, "Young hero, since you've appeared here, you must be here to participate in the selection ceremony, and not just passing by..."

"Furthermore, our Beichen clan is the leading clan of the eighteen fortresses of Lianyun. Unless a member of our clan personally leads the way, it is almost impossible for outsiders to set foot here. Yet, young hero, you say you just happened to be passing by. Isn't that a bit strange...?"

Bei Chenwan pursed her lips slightly, then spoke slowly, seemingly also suddenly interested in Lu Feng in front of her.

After all, all the suitors present were there to marry her, including Mu Yuan, the young master of the Mu family, who was completely infatuated with her, acting like a devoted admirer.

However, Lu Feng in front of her not only remained calm, as if possessed by the spirit of Liu Xiahui, but also showed no interest in her beauty and figure, which naturally aroused Bei Chenwan's curiosity.

"Uh, well...!"

Faced with Bei Chenwan's probing, Lu Feng coughed again and then slowly replied, "Miss Wan'er, I am actually aware that my wealth is limited and my status is lowly. I am truly unworthy of your esteemed presence, so there is no need for me to participate in this selection ceremony..."

"Who says you're not good enough? You look honest and seem like a good person."

Before the former could finish speaking, Bei Chenwan interrupted him again, "By the way, you said your name is Lu Feng, right? It's a very nice name, it sounds very cultured, and I like it very much..."

After saying that, Bei Chenwan smiled again, her pretty face as beautiful as a flower.

"Holy crap! What's going on now?"

"Wan'er actually took the initiative to ask this person to stay? This, how is this possible...!"

"Hey! Did I hear that right? Miss Wan'er was just praising Lu Feng?"

"Damn it! What has Lu Feng done to deserve such praise from Miss Wan'er...!"

"I refuse to accept this! I'm clearly way better looking than this Lu Feng!"

Upon seeing this scene, not only was Lu Feng stunned, but Mu Yuan and the many suitors below the stage were also dumbfounded and filled with jealousy!

After all, this was the first time they had seen Miss Bei Chenwan take such initiative. As for Lu Feng on the other side, he was just an unknown rogue cultivator with no background and mediocre strength, not even close to the top geniuses from those great immortal sects!

Forcibly suppressing his surprise, Lu Feng cupped his hands in greeting and tentatively asked again.

Although he wouldn't mind chatting with a stunning beauty like Bei Chenwan for a while, her behavior was too abnormal, making it hard not to be suspicious!

Moreover, Lu Feng was also puzzled. He was just a rogue cultivator from the outside world, and his strength and status were far inferior to Mu Yuan, the young master of the Mu family. What did Bei Chenwan see in him?

Could it really be because I look too honest?