Longevity through Upgrading Buildings Chapter 819 - 339: Ji Yuan Arrives at the Extreme Abyss

Ji Yuan swiftly removed the Spirit Devouring Armor from his person, and the Sky-Splitting Boat materialized beneath his feet.

His initial action was to cast a glance at the female cultivator who was escaping alongside him.

She was not of substantial height, appearing around 1.55 meters, resembling a child in stature. However, what truly captured attention was her golden hair, and further observation led Ji Yuan's mind to flash with four words: Child-faced behemoth... or something similar.

Sensing Ji Yuan's scrutiny, she turned her gaze back towards him.

Her eyes were a striking blue. But why did her expression seem so peculiar?

'Do all the inhabitants of the Jiyuan Continent possess such features?'

While lost in these thoughts, Ji Yuan scrutinized the remaining three individuals, noting that these men appeared quite ordinary, much like himself.

A slight chuckle escaped him as he clasped his fists together and spoke: "I am Ji Yuan, merely passing through this vicinity. I intended to ask for directions and am unfamiliar with my fellow cultivator here. My apologies if I have caused any disturbance."

Ji Yuan felt his address was impeccable.

To underscore his peaceful intentions, Ji Yuan had already retracted the Spirit Devouring Armor.

Regarding the revelation of his true name, he felt no apprehension. The Jiyuan Continent was unlike Cangluo Continent; aside from Liu Yuan and Du Wanyi, no one else recognized him as Ji Yuan.

"What? Old Demon Ji!"

As Ji Yuan concluded his statement, a man in white robes, at the mid-stage Core Formation level, exclaimed in surprise.

The other two Core Formation cultivators immediately adopted a vigilant stance, their gazes fixed on Ji Yuan with palpable hostility.

Only the golden-haired female cultivator's eyes gleamed with animation, becoming exceptionally lively, even... profoundly thrilled upon hearing Ji Yuan's name.

Ji Yuan employed his divine sense to examine the quartet.

It became readily apparent that the three men were there to apprehend the female cultivator; he had merely stumbled into their conflict.

Their spoken language seemed unusual, distinct from that of the Cangluo Continent, yet attentive listening revealed certain similarities... could this be a local dialect?

Naturally, this was a minor detail.

The reason being that Ji Yuan observed a peculiar shift in all four individuals' demeanor subsequent to his self-introduction.

Whether they were pursuers or the pursued, their reactions were indeed strange. So, what did this signify?

It implied that the anomaly was not with them, but rather... with himself! 'But what could be strange about me? I've only just arrived on the Jiyuan Continent, I haven't provoked anyone, and I haven't even invoked Qiu Qianhai's name.'

'Right, what did that fellow call me... Old Demon Ji?' 'How does he know my name? Oh no, this isn't even my real name!'

A disquieting sensation settled upon Ji Yuan, engendering numerous questions in his mind.

"Ji Yuan, is that your name? You plundered numerous items from our Celestial Killer Mountain, extinguished so many of our brethren, and you dare to appear here... feigning innocence!"

The man clad in white sneered.

His speech was rapid-fire, leaving Ji Yuan uncertain of the precise meaning. However, judging by his tone, it was decidedly unfriendly.

The other two mid-stage Core Formation cultivators remained silent, but had already prepared their lifebound magical treasures.

One summoned a resplendent golden Treasure Pearl from his Dantian, within which a serpentine golden shadow seemed to writhe ceaselessly.

The other conjured a small, cyan, three-legged cauldron from his Dantian.

Ji Yuan's divine sense swept over it, detecting a verdant vapor, which he recognized as indicative of a toxic magical treasure.

Much like the Poison Dragon Flask residing in his storage pouch.

'Blast it, I've only just arrived, why do they seem so intent on confronting me, as if I have committed some offense!'

Given that the adversaries had already adopted a combative posture, Ji Yuan could not remain passive.

He raised his right hand, adopting a sword-finger stance defensively, summoning the Protective Spirit Light while allowing the Golden Light Mirror to hover before him.

The Canglan, Yunque, and Liuying flying sword embryos also coalesced around him.

"Senior, there might be a misunderstanding!"

"I have only recently arrived in your esteemed domain and have not encountered anyone. Why resort to violence upon our meeting?"

Ji Yuan understood that something had gone awry, leading to a grave misinterpretation.

This was evident because, upon the mention of his name, they had completely disregarded the golden-haired female cultivator and focused all their murderous intent squarely on him.

"Brother Ji, do not engage them! Their Celestial Killer Mountain excels in protracted conflicts; once ensnared, escape becomes exceedingly difficult!"

The golden-haired female cultivator's melodious voice resonated within Ji Yuan's consciousness.

Furthermore, she communicated in the refined language familiar to Ji Yuan.

...Wait a moment, madam, we have only just met; are we already that intimate?! Who is this 'Brother Ji' you refer to!

Ji Yuan remained silent, contemplating the Electromagnetic Treasure hovering by his side.

Activating this miraculous artifact demanded considerable mana and time.

Therefore...

With a flick of his right hand, Ji Yuan unleashed dozens of Celestial Thunder Seeds, then promptly turned and propelled himself away on the Sky-Splitting Boat, plunging instantly into the sea below.

As he made his escape, the golden-haired female cultivator swiftly followed, still transmitting sound waves: "Brother Ji, I have a method to escape!"

"Who... who exactly are you!"

Unable to contain his curiosity any longer, Ji Yuan finally spoke, "And them, why do they harbor such immediate hostility towards me?"