Checking in for 100,000 Years Chapter 1007 1007: The Squad's Invitation

In bygone days.

Within the Thousand Desolate Ridge, situated on the Cangnan Continent, a crimson-clad woman, bearing a demon-like visage, meticulously laid her snares, bringing ruin to the Five Emperors.

Their very hearts were torn out and consumed by her, leading to the Five Emperors' agonizing demise.

Following this, Ye Yun made his appearance, pacifying the woman in red and subsequently restoring the Five Emperors to life.

Though she was consumed by madness, moments of lucidity would occasionally surface within the woman in red.

Upon beholding Ye Yun, she once cried out, "Thirteen Generations Ancestor," a declaration that profoundly startled Ye Yun at that time.

Through diligent inquiry, Ye Yun came to understand that this woman garbed in red was, in fact, the 249th disciple affiliated with the Dragon God Sect.

This meant, by extension, that she was a disciple under Dragon Xuan.

This particular woman in red was no ordinary individual; she was the inheritor of the Nine-tailed Divine Dragon Bloodline.

In the vastness of the Thousand Desolate Ridge, Ye Yun once lent his aid, assisting her in the absorption of the sole remaining Myriad Essence Wheel, a relic left behind by the Thousand Desolate God.

From that juncture onward, the woman in red achieved a breakthrough, ascending to the Divine Monarch Realm.

Leveraging her newly acquired cultivation within the Divine Monarch Realm, she forcefully subdued the Dragon-subduing Cauldron that stood guard over it. Subsequently, she quietly departed the Cangnan Continent, venturing into the Divine Land.

It was entirely unforeseen by Ye Yun that he would cross paths with this young girl once more amidst the Grey Mist Sea.

This very girl held within her a multitude of secrets pertaining to Dragon Xuan, positioning her as an invaluable hidden asset for Ye Yun in his quest to locate Dragon Xuan.

"Senior Brother, that Blood-Colored Demon just swept past us; why didn't it attempt to attack?"

Gu Anran's brow furrowed as her gaze remained fixed in a specific direction.

"What's there to make a fuss about? It’s simply because our cultivation base is so low. I suspect there's a large herd of sheep ahead; how could the Blood-Colored Demon possibly overlook them?"

Ye Yun remarked with a gentle smile.

Who would have thought that possessing a low cultivation base could unexpectedly serve as a formidable shield.

Gu Anran paused for a moment before letting out a wry chuckle, "Senior Brother, it appears we are presently quite secure. This Blood-Colored Demon has a preference for feasting on plump sheep, and we are far too emaciated to capture its attention!"

"Haha, that's quite a sound assessment!"

Ye Yun erupted in hearty laughter.

They pressed onward, and after cresting a particular hill, they discovered a valley strewn with sparse white bones amidst the tall grass.

Gu Anran's countenance was presently etched with profound horror.

"Senior Brother, this Blood-Colored Demon is truly terrifying. All these individuals have met their end; its cultivation must have reached the Divine Monarch Realm, correct?"

"It is likely possessed of the cultivation level of the Divine Monarch Realm."

Ye Yun responded with a smile.

It was a known fact that the woman in red's breakthrough to the Divine Monarch Realm was, in no small part, due to his own assistance.

"Senior Brother, why do you exhibit no fear? Are you unconcerned by demonic entities at the Divine Monarch Realm?"

Gu Anran, observing Ye Yun's serene smile, posed her question with evident curiosity.

Ye Yun simply shrugged his shoulders and chuckled, "Your Senior Brother here is laden with numerous treasures, making the task of saving my life hardly a challenge!"

"That is indeed true!"

Gu Anran nodded, her thoughts drifting to the immense difficulty a cultivator at the Divine Monarch Realm would face in capturing her, especially considering her possession of three divine-level treasures.

The Mirror of Chaos possessed the ability to reflect all incoming assaults and was employed when evading pursuit.

For the purpose of swift escape, she possessed the Teleportation Boots.

As for the Silver Titanium Armor, it granted the temporary capability to triple her combat power, thereby enhancing her speed.

While Gu Anran was lost in her contemplations.

Ye Yun's gaze focused on the scattered white bones before them, his mind lost in thought.

"That young woman clad in red has taken refuge within the Grey Mist Sea, relentlessly slaying cultivators at the True God stage and absorbing vast quantities of vital blood, thus accelerating her cultivation..."

Ye Yun mused internally.

The methodology she employed for cultivating her power was, without a doubt, derived from the Myriad Essence Wheel imbued with the legacy of the Thousand Desolate God.

This particular approach, despite its rapid advancement, carried inherent and significant perils.

Nevertheless.

This unassuming woman in red, being blessed with the Nine-tailed Divine Dragon Bloodline, possessed a physical constitution whose resilience far surpassed that of common cultivators.

Furthermore... her disposition was so unpredictable that she seemed to harbor little concern for these potential repercussions.

Following a period of careful analysis, Ye Yun concluded that if the 249th female disciple of the Dragon God Sect continued to advance using this very method, she might eventually eclipse even the Thousand Desolate God in stature.

"Someone is approaching, Senior Brother."

Gu Anran glanced backward with caution, her left hand subtly concealing the Mirror of Chaos within the folds of her garment.

"Mm."

Ye Yun acknowledged with a nod, extricating himself from his deep contemplation.

It was worth noting that Gu Anran's Dragon-subduing Cauldron remained in the possession of the woman clad in red.

Having navigated the myriad trials presented by the Ancient Road to Heaven, the formidable nature of the Dragon-subduing Cauldron had likely been impacted.

"That little fellow, the Eight Part Buddhist Dragon, is invariably loyal. I must devise a method to reclaim that cauldron posthaste..."

A flicker ignited within Ye Yun's eyes as a plan rapidly took shape in his mind.

A group of approximately two to three dozen individuals was observed approaching swiftly from a considerable distance.

Among this contingent, one cultivator held the rank of Second Layer God Monarch Stage, while the remainder were all cultivators of the True God stage. Nevertheless, the lowest cultivation level among those in the True God stage was the Sixth Layer.

The individual at the Second Layer of the God Monarch Stage scanned the surroundings before turning his gaze to Gu Anran. He inquired with a frown, "How did you two young monks end up here?"

"We are here for training," Gu Anran replied, calmly placing her left hand behind her back.

"Sigh! You two young souls are courting death. Do you not realize that within the Grey Mist Sea, a formidable Blood-Colored Demon exists, specializing in the devouring of True God-stage cultivators? The very bones scattered before you are its doing!" The man at the Divine Monarch Stage adopted a stern expression, scolding them with a touch of exasperation.

"Senior, we appreciate your concern. We happened to witness the Blood-Colored Demon flying by earlier, but it did not engage us. I suppose it deemed us unworthy of its attention, which is why we have remained safe thus far..." Gu Anran took a deep breath, her voice remarkably composed.

This statement left the entire team in a state of stunned silence. Was it truly possible for a lower cultivation level to grant evasion from the Blood-Colored Demon's predatory nature? Could such a notion be viable? Yet, the presence of these two seemingly frail young monks, who were still alive, lent a peculiar credence to her words.

"This little girl certainly possesses a persuasive tongue..." Ye Yun remarked, his eyebrows arching in hidden amusement from the sidelines.

"That may be so, but your cultivation is still exceedingly low. While the Blood-Colored Demon might overlook you, Fog Monsters exhibit indiscriminate aggression..." The Divine Monarch stage cultivator pondered for a moment before generously extending an offer, "How about this, you can accompany us and travel together? That way, there will be individuals to look out for you!"

"We are grateful for your kind offer, Senior," Gu Anran responded, shaking her head. "As brother and sister, we prefer to train independently and do not wish to join any group!"

"Did I hear that correctly?" A young man from the team stepped forward, letting out a laugh. "Train alone? Do you possess the requisite strength for such a feat? A mere handful of True God-stage Fog Monsters, perhaps levels four or five, would undoubtedly overwhelm and eliminate you both!"

Laughter erupted from the crowd.

An elder cultivator then spoke with gravity, "You two are indeed brave, like newborn calves unafraid of tigers. Our captain is benevolent and genuinely concerned for your well-being... Are you truly going to forgo such a magnificent opportunity?"

"You seem to underestimate us..." Gu Anran uttered, clearly irked. She desired to retort with force but was hesitant to reveal her divine-level treasures. For the time being, she could only pout.

Ye Yun stepped forward, cupping his fists in a polite gesture and smiling, "Since everyone is offering such warm regards, we, as brother and sister, shall gladly accept your generous offer!"

Startled by Ye Yun's declaration, Gu Anran instinctively exclaimed, "Senior Brother?"

"It would be impolite to refuse such kindness, wouldn't it?" Ye Yun replied with a smile.

"Very well, then." Gu Anran acquiesced, albeit reluctantly.

At the very moment the two decided to join the team, in the profound depths of the Grey Mist Sea, an immense chasm gaped open like the maw of a colossal beast. Countless wisps of grey mist continuously flowed in and out of this abyss, as if engaged in a mysterious exchange.

This desolate locale was rarely frequented by any beings, not even a solitary Fog Monster could be found patrolling its vicinity. Within the deepest reaches of this abyss, precisely amidst the swirling grey mist, four imposing figures stood, radiating auras of immense power and dread.

One among them was clad in a vibrant red robe, a stark contrast to the other three figures who were draped in black. He possessed a brawny physique, his presence exuding an extraordinary might, and a potent fiery aura accompanied his every movement. The surrounding grey mist recoiled from his astonishing fiery presence, rapidly dissipating with sharp sizzling sounds.

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