Cultivation is just so scientific! Chapter 1733 - 913: Investigation

The phantom clone remained stationary, making no move to pursue the great cultivator of the ice element peak who had escaped using Water Escape. Such a formidable cultivator's identity would undoubtedly be easy to ascertain. Furthermore, given the phantom clone's current strength and the advanced stage of the golden corpse's power, it was simply not feasible to catch up to the fleeing ice element peak great cultivator. With the departure of the ice element peak cultivator, Moon Viewing Peak gradually returned to its former quietude. Throughout the conflict, efforts were intentionally made to avoid harming other cultivators, with particular care taken not to injure the female cultivators from Luanyang Palace. The six great cultivator corpses were then gathered together, with the four late-stage golden corpses being recalled. The situation at this location necessitated the involvement of cultivators from Luanyang Palace for its resolution, as it fell within their domain. Considerations of respect for Yin Shilan also meant that Luanyang Palace deserved proper acknowledgment. With a mere exertion of his will, the Golden Winged Dapeng descended from the skies, alighting beside him. Witnessing the phantom clone's intact state, Yin Shilan's anxieties subsided. Although it was merely a phantom clone and not the true body of Li Shiming, the clone harbored a fraction of the original body's spirit. Any harm befalling the phantom clone would inevitably inflict damage upon the actual body's soul. Within the world of Cultivation, whether the physical body or the Nascent Soul sustained injuries, recovery was possible with the appropriate Spirit Pills. However, soul injuries presented a far more formidable challenge to heal. "Senior Sister Yu!" Yin Shilan spoke softly as he approached Senior Sister Yu, who appeared somewhat dazed. "I am unharmed, thank you!" Senior Sister Yu managed a faint smile, her gaze fixed on the corpse of Great Cultivator Mu Zhang as she responded. The other female cultivators from Luanyang Palace gathered around, offering comfort to Senior Sister Yu. The phantom clone, maintaining a cautious vigil over his surroundings, did not involve himself in their interactions. This encounter was fortunate; the presence of the Golden Winged Dapeng and the four late-stage golden corpses proved crucial. Had the Golden Winged Dapeng not been present, Yin Shilan would have fallen under the opponent's control, placing him in an exceedingly disadvantageous position. "I must admit, I underestimated the cultivators of this world!" Li Shiming mused inwardly. He had consistently maintained vigilance against powerful cultivators, yet he never anticipated that a peak great cultivator, leading a contingent of six great cultivators, would nearly catch him completely unaware. The response from Luanyang Palace was swift, with Palace Master Phoenix leading a team of female cultivators who arrived with haste. "Mr. Li, please accept our apologies for this disgraceful incident, where a cultivator dared to act so brazenly within Luanyang Palace!" Palace Master Phoenix gestured for the accompanying female cultivators to assess the situation and manage the aftermath, then offered a slight bow to the phantom clone. Upon hearing the details of the events, Palace Master Phoenix was consumed by immense rage. Due to the established relationship between Yin Shilan and Li Shiming, Luanyang Palace had reaped significant benefits. While cultivators from other factions had to endure lengthy waits for alchemy services, Luanyang Palace's alchemy commissions consistently received priority. Moreover, Palace Master Phoenix held Li Shiming's potential in high regard; he was now a genuine peak great cultivator with a significant likelihood of ascending to the ranks of a mighty cultivator. Nurturing a friendship with a future mighty cultivator was indisputably the most advantageous course of action, requiring only a modest investment at the present time. The events of this day constituted not only a direct provocation against Luanyang Palace but also an insidious attempt to sabotage the amicable relationship between Luanyang Palace and Li Shiming. "It is my fault for involving Luanyang Palace; this was a meticulously planned trap aimed at both Lan'er and myself!" the phantom clone declared, shaking his head. After a brief moment of reflection, he continued, "I require Luanyang Palace's assistance. Concerning the final ice element peak great cultivator, surely Luanyang Palace can ascertain their identity!" "Naturally, there is no need for you to ask, Mr. Li. This is precisely what Luanyang Palace should be doing!" Palace Master Phoenix affirmed, gesturing with her hand. As she spoke, a female cultivator who had been scrutinizing the scene approached. She bowed to Palace Master Phoenix but hesitated to speak upon noticing the phantom clone's presence. "Have you uncovered any pertinent details? There is no need to avert Mr. Li's gaze; provide your report directly!" Palace Master Phoenix instructed with stern authority. "Palace Master, the identities of the six great cultivators slain at the scene have been definitively confirmed. One is Great Cultivator Yan Rong, hailing from Guiyuan Sect. He employed a Disguise Pill to assume the appearance of a Loose Cultivator, Great Cultivator Mu Zhang. We suspect his affiliation with Guiyuan Sect's intelligence division. The remaining five great cultivators are all confirmed to be from Bitao Sect!" the female cultivator reported the detected findings with utmost respect.