I tried to kill the heroines of destiny, but they ended up chasing after me.

However, Huang Quan and Gu Qici ignored him completely and continued walking into the Demon Emperor's Palace. Undoubtedly, this disregard would make the man a little unhappy, so the next moment, he snorted coldly, moved his figure, and stretched out his left hand to grab Huang Quan's right shoulder.

Huang Quan was a Nirvana Realm cultivator. Although this middle-aged man's cultivation level was comparable to his, their cultivation methods and the quality of their spiritual energy were worlds apart.

So how could he possibly subdue Huang Quan? Not only him, but even the four people present combined were no match for Huang Quan.

Indeed, that was the case. In just one encounter, the four gatekeepers were knocked unconscious by Huang Quan and lay obediently on the ground. After dealing with these people, Huang Quan and Gu Qici continued to walk into the Demon Emperor's Palace.

The structure of the Demon Emperor's Palace was neither complex nor simple. As soon as they entered the palace, they saw a huge plaza of at least 10,000 square meters and 108 jade-white stone pillars.

Upon closer inspection, a vast expanse of azure sky is clearly etched into the white plaza, with countless exquisite white clouds carved within it, resembling a flawless masterpiece of celestial clouds, leaving one in awe.

The stone pillars are carved with strange beasts that look like tigers but have the majestic wings of eagles. Some are ferocious, some are calm, some are showing their power, and some are sleeping peacefully. With a variety of expressions, they are lifelike.

Looking down from above, one can see 108 majestic spirit beasts frolicking happily in the sky, surrounded by countless white clouds, giving rise to a strong sense of awe. If a timid person were to accidentally wander into this place, they might not dare to take another step forward. This is the majesty that the Demon Emperor Sect should have!

Looking up again, Huang Quan and Gu Qici saw countless black and white palaces in front of the square. It was clear that this was where the disciples of the Demon Emperor Sect lived, and it was also Huang Quan and Gu Qici's final destination.

Before they could take any further action, countless white rays of light descended from the sky. Most of them were disciples wearing silver robes and whose cultivation was around the Breaking Army Realm. Only six of them were wearing gold-patterned silver robes and looked like elders or higher-level disciples.

However, among these people, Huang Quan and Gu Qici recognized one person: Shen Xuan, whom they had met two days ago outside the Demon Emperor's Holy City.

There were probably several thousand silver-robed disciples, each of them extremely cold and aloof. The moment they appeared, they surrounded Huang Quan and Gu Qici. It seemed that as long as the leaders gave the order, they would swarm forward and capture the intruders. This showed that these people must be elites who had undergone rigorous training.

The six people lined up in a row, coldly watching Huang Quan and Gu Qici, seemingly ready to fight. Only Shen Xuan, who was standing in the third position from the left, showed a hint of doubt.

"Who are you? Why are you trespassing into the Demon Emperor's Palace?" The person who was questioning them was a burly man standing at the first position, about two meters tall. This man was named Shen Yue, the captain of the first battalion of the Demon Emperor's city defense team, the overall captain of the six city defense teams, and the only expert present whose cultivation was at the early stage of the Mountain and Sea Realm.

Upon hearing this man's words, Gu Qici did not answer his question. Instead, she glanced at him and said directly, "I want to see your sect leader."

Upon hearing this, the five people, except for Shen Xuan, all frowned. Then, a strong killing intent suddenly emanated from them, pressing down on Huang Quan and Gu Qici, as if warning them.

"Can't we talk?" Gu Qici couldn't help but think to herself as she sensed the killing intent emanating from these people. Then she looked around at the six people and finally fixed her gaze on Shen Xuan, saying, "Please inform your sect leader that I'm here to make a deal with him. I know about that incident from decades ago and I know where that person is. If he is indifferent to this, then I will leave immediately."

"Hmm?" Upon hearing this, not only Shen Xuan was suspicious, but Shen Yue was also extremely puzzled, because they had no idea what Gu Qici meant. However, as the captains of the city defense team, they also sensed that there must be some problems involved.

So after pausing for a moment, Shen Xuan and Shen Yue exchanged a glance. After a few breaths, Shen Yue finally made up her mind and said softly, "You go and report to the sect leader first! I'll stay here and see what tricks these two are up to!"

"Yes!" Shen Xuan nodded, then turned and flew towards the main hall complex behind the square. But as he left, he glanced at Gu Qici, seemingly with a hidden meaning.

However, after Shen Xuan left, the atmosphere became oppressive again. Shen Yue and the other four captains kept their eyes on Gu Qici, as if trying to see something out of her.

Chapter 133 Are You Doubting Me?

Soon after, he asked, "Are you from the Tianyan Sect?" (Here's a slight change: the Tianmo Sect token should be replaced with the Tianyan Sect token. After all, given Gu Qici's logic in acquiring someone else's core secrets, he shouldn't have revealed his own sect, as there's a possibility of being pursued later. Instead, it should be changed to the Tianyan Sect token, which he picked up casually during the secret realm. This chapter has 4150 words; Hedgehog Cat only gets paid when it reaches 500 words. This explanation is not paid for or used to reach the word count.)

Faced with Shen Yue's question, Gu Qici's heart stirred. After thinking for a moment, she replied softly, "That's right."

"Just as I suspected!" Shen Yue continued, as if she had confirmed something, "Shen Xuan just telepathically told me that you are a disciple of the Enforcement Hall of the Tianyan Sect and that you came here to carry out a mission. But what I don't understand is that the mission of the Tianyan Sect should not involve the Demon Emperor Sect. Even if it does, it is beyond the authority of the Enforcement Hall. So your sudden arrival is a bit strange!"

"What are you questioning?" Gu Qici asked directly, her expression turning cold.

"Question? No, no! I'm not questioning you, I'm just doubting your identity. I think you understand what I mean, right?" Shen Yue suddenly asked again, but the chill in her tone was even more obvious.

"Oh? So you think we intercepted and killed a disciple of the Tianyan Sect and then stole that person's identity?" Gu Qici asked tentatively, her gaze calm.

“It’s not impossible. After all, you have such a powerful person by your side, so it shouldn’t be too difficult for you to do this…” As she said this, Shen Yue subconsciously glanced at Huang Quan.

But the next moment, he changed his tone, his eyes flickered, and he said again, "But all of this is based on one condition: that the Heavenly Evolution Sect does not transmit the drawings and auras of the mission takers. If this condition is not met, I will definitely think this way..."

"If you have any doubts, you can go and ask," Gu Qici said directly upon hearing Shen Yue's words.

"No! I was just wondering what kind of mission you were carrying out?" Shen Yue shook her head.

"This is none of your business," Gu Qici said coldly as always.

"Hmph! You're wrong! This is what I should be concerned about, because I recently received news that the Tianyan Sect was wiped out by a powerful figure from who-knows-where!" Shen Yue said again.

"The entire sect was razed to the ground, and only one person survived by sheer luck."

"Even if that person is you, shouldn't you still remember the sect's mission?"

A mocking smile appeared on his face.

Upon hearing this, Gu Qici's face immediately showed surprise, but the next moment she understood, because in that instant, the image of that delicate hand trying to pull Ye Hanyue away immediately appeared in her mind.

One person escaped, but the entire family was wiped out.

It's so obvious that all of this must be related to the owner of that jade hand.

However, Shen Yue didn't pay attention to Gu Qici's expression. He continued, "We just received this news and then we ran into you. And coincidentally, this matter was assigned to me. Now, under these circumstances, you've come to the Demon Emperor's Palace. So, do you think I should ask you about the situation?"

Gu Qici did not reply, because what the other party said was correct, so he could only remain silent for the time being.

"Such a terrible thing happened to the Tianyan Sect. Nearly ten thousand people in the sect died, including the sect leader..."

"It can be said that from that day on, the Tianyan Sect ceased to exist completely. However, judging by the timeline, you could say that you were on a mission and left before the Tianyan Sect encountered trouble, thus narrowly escaping this calamity. I wonder if this was just good luck, or if there was some other reason?"

Shen Yue stared at Gu Qici and said.

"Are you doubting me?" Gu Qici asked.

"It's not that I doubt you, but that I think it's related to you. I recognized you the moment I saw you, but I didn't expose you directly in order to get more information out of you. But I didn't expect you to be more cunning than I thought, so I have no choice but to tell you the truth."

Hearing this, Gu Qici slowly frowned and asked, "What do you want to know?"

“Of course, it’s the truth about the Tianyan Sect,” Shen Yue replied.

"The truth? I don't know why the Tianyan Sect would encounter such a thing," Gu Qici replied.

"Really? So you think this was an accident?" Shen Yue suddenly said with a half-smile.

"Otherwise what?" Gu Qici retorted calmly.

"Hmph! You're quite stubborn. It seems I have to tell you something, otherwise you really won't cooperate with me!" At this moment, Shen Yue seemed to have made a decision. Her eyes lit up, and she suddenly became resolute.

"Hmm?" Seeing Shen Yue like this, Gu Qici suddenly felt puzzled.

Shen Yue then said, "I might as well tell you that when Shen Xuan met you last time, he casually mentioned it to me, and I also investigated you, but unfortunately I haven't found any clues yet."

"Of course, but if you are unwilling to cooperate, then..." At this moment, Shen Yue was already preparing for battle as she spoke. Perhaps influenced by Shen Yue, the four captains around her also revealed sharp eyes and suddenly released a powerful magic.

Just as the battle was about to begin, Shen Xuan, who had gone to deliver a message to the Demon Emperor Sect Master on behalf of Gu Qici, suddenly returned.

A flash of white light appeared, and Shen Xuan made a dazzling entrance, drawing everyone's attention to him.

Then, somewhat hesitantly, he said to Gu Qici, "The sect leader invites you!"

Upon hearing this, everyone's hearts stirred, and their expressions changed. Shen Yue was surprised, the team leaders frowned, Huang Quan's eyes showed contemplation, and only Gu Qici remained relatively calm, as if she had already known this outcome.

However, Shen Xuan's words implied that Shen Yue could not easily attack Gu Qici, which made Shen Yue feel a little troubled.

"Why does the sect leader want to see him?" Perhaps a little hesitant, Shen Yue paused for a moment before asking Shen Xuan.

Shen Xuan simply shook his head and replied, "I don't know, but the sect leader seems to care about her, or rather, care about what she says."

Suddenly, Gu Qici interrupted, "Enough with the unnecessary words, just take me away! I don't want to linger, I have other things to do."

Upon hearing this, Shen Xuan nodded again and replied, "Okay!"

Without saying another word, Shen Xuan gestured for them to proceed and slowly walked towards the main hall complex. Gu Qici followed without hesitation.

But just as Huang Quan behind Gu Qici was about to follow, Shen Xuan stopped abruptly and said, "I'm sorry, the sect leader only allowed me to take this person with me, so you will have to stay here for a while."

"Hmm?" Huang Quan looked at Gu Qici with slight doubt.

However, Gu Qici had already guessed that this would happen, so she wasn't too surprised. After a pause, she said softly, "It's okay, wait for me to come back."

Upon hearing Gu Qici's words, Huang Quan's gaze shifted again. Although he wasn't entirely clear about Gu Qici's entire plan, he believed that Gu Qici wouldn't do anything pointless. Therefore, without much thought, he quickly and concisely replied, "Okay."

In short, Gu Qici then left with Shen Xuan, leaving only Huang Quan, Shen Yue, and the other four people in the place, creating an unusually quiet atmosphere.

However, Shen Yue did not give up investigating Gu Qici because of her departure. After thinking for a while, he turned his attention to Huang Quan, who had come with Gu Qici.

The only regret was that Huang Quan simply didn't want to pay attention to him. No matter what he said or what story he told, Huang Quan didn't respond. He remained as quiet as a stone, which made Shen Yue feel helpless. So, having no other choice, he could only wait for Gu Qici to come out.

……

On the other hand, Shen Xuan led Gu Qici past 108 stone pillars, through a plaza that looked like the sky, and through more than a dozen black and white corridors before finally arriving at a magnificent hall.

But before Gu Qici went inside, Shen Xuan suddenly asked her, "Do you know about my sister?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Qici was truly shocked. After a long pause, she stammered, "Huh? You...your sister?"

“That’s right! It’s my sister!” Shen Xuan said seriously, “Isn’t the person you’re talking about my sister who’s been missing for decades?”

Gu Qici was completely dumbfounded: "The information I want to trade is about the sect leader's missing daughter."

But Shen Xuan appeared to be reminiscing. He continued, "Back then, Demon Emperor Island and the Burial Demon Sect, or perhaps they weren't called the Burial Demon Sect yet, were quite peaceful with us. At least we weren't mortal enemies like we are now. But ever since the omens of the Heavenly Tribulation appeared, the Burial Demon Sect has changed. It was because of this that my sister disappeared for so long."

"Huh?" Even though Shen Xuan had said some things that were close to the truth of what happened back then, Gu Qici was still confused because she had no idea what Shen Xuan was talking about!

Shen Xuan naturally noticed Gu Qici's confusion and continued, "I'm sorry, I don't have the right to tell you this. My father has to tell you this himself."

"So the sect leader is your father?" Gu Qici murmured.

“That’s right, he’s waiting for you inside now, and you can go in now…” After a pause, Shen Xuan smiled slightly and said softly, “And I believe you two will have a very pleasant chat.”

"This?" Gu Qici was taken aback, still a little confused, but her gaze was fixed on the grand hall in front of her.

At this moment, she suddenly felt a little uncertain.

But there was no other way. He had already come this far, so he couldn't turn back now. After calming down, he took a deep breath, finally pushed open the door, and slowly walked in.

Furthermore, because the sect leader only wanted to see Gu Qici, Shen Xuan did not follow. He simply closed the door for Gu Qici after she stepped inside.

……

The main hall was pitch black, and even with Gu Qici's cultivation level, she couldn't see anything, but she wasn't worried about any danger.

Because from the moment she entered, she released her spiritual power, and within that power, no hostility was detected.

After she had walked about ten steps, a majestic voice came directly to her ears from in front of her.

"Stop!" As soon as this voice was uttered, it was as if a force of law permeated Gu Qici's body, forcing her to stop even if she didn't want to.

This made Gu Qici frown, because she didn't think it was a good start, but given the other party's identity, Gu Qici suppressed her emotions.

"I'm here to make a deal, not to see how you feel," Gu Qici said calmly, seemingly unfazed by the other party's imposing presence.

At least, before getting the information, this sect leader, who has not yet shown himself, dared not make a move against her.

Have you ever been to the Heavenly Profound Realm?

"No, but I sent my men there."

What are you going there for?