Chapter 1922: Chapter 1923: Divine Sky Mountain! (Second Update)
"Hmm?"
The middle-aged man hurriedly took the token, his eyelids suddenly twitched. This token indeed belongs to the Xiao Family’s direct descendants.
On that day, Ling Feng returned the Spirit Xiao Sword to Xiao Juanyun, who then extended an invitation to Ling Feng. If he were to visit the manor, he could present this token, and the Xiao Family members would naturally treat him as an esteemed guest.
"So it’s Young Master Ling."
The middle-aged man hastily returned the token, his face breaking into a smile as he said, "Young Master Ling has come at an untimely moment; the Seventh Young Master has just gone to Divine Sky Mountain."
"Divine Sky Mountain?"
Ling Feng was slightly taken aback, then immediately recalled that indeed there was a towering peak called Divine Sky Mountain in the southern region of Yueelin City, and it seemed that many martial artists spoke of this mountain on his way over.
"Yes, the Seventh Young Master has reached a bottleneck in his cultivation, so he went to Divine Sky Mountain to seek an opportunity for breakthrough."
The middle-aged man smiled and said, "Young Master Ling, I shall go and inform them now. You may stay in the manor temporarily, as I believe the Seventh Young Master will return after some time."
"No need."
Ling Feng shook his head, "Since Brother Xiao is not here, then it’s fine. I will return another day. Farewell!"
Ling Feng cupped his hands in salute to the middle-aged man and turned to leave the Xiao Family.
Wait obediently in the Xiao Family?
That’s impossible!
Since Divine Sky Mountain might hold the opportunity for a breakthrough, I must venture there!
At this moment, from within the Xiao Mansion, a thin man dressed in white slowly emerged, his complexion slightly pale, exuding a chilling aura. The walls appeared to be covered in frost wherever he passed.
The man in white caught sight of Ling Feng’s departing silhouette, and a hint of gravity flashed in his eyes. He then turned to the gatekeeper middle-aged man and asked indifferently, "Uncle Zhong, who was that?"
His voice lacked vigor, seeming almost ethereal, yet piercing straight into one’s ears, every word light but distinctly audible.
"Oh, it’s the Seventh Young Master’s friend."
The middle-aged man named "Uncle Zhong" promptly responded, displaying a deep fear in his eyes towards the man in white.
"My Seventh Brother’s friend, huh?"
The white-clothed man narrowed his eyes, muttering to himself, "Silver Battle Soul, it can’t be wrong. Seventh Brother somehow has a friend with such exceptional Divine Soul talent now, interesting, truly interesting!"
...
After leaving the Xiao Family, Ling Feng suddenly felt a chilling gaze scrutinize him briefly before shifting away.
Though it was just a fleeting moment, Ling Feng felt a very uncomfortable sensation enveloping him, as if bitten by an ant somewhere, leaving an itching pain, itching to scratch it but without knowing precisely where the itch was, making it impossible to relieve.
"There might be a Soul Master within the Xiao Family."
Ling Feng squinted his eyes. Although sword dao is mainstream in the West Sword Domain, other formidable beings are not uncommon.
Undoubtedly, this was an indisputable fact.
Shaking off distractions, Ling Feng pondered for a moment and decided not to join Yeu Junyao for now.
Enjoying a rare few days of peace, he opted to visit Divine Sky Mountain to find Xiao Juanyun first.
Having made up his mind, Ling Feng immediately utilized his movement technique, heading straight in the direction of Divine Sky Mountain, speeding away.
...
Divine Sky Mountain, located over a hundred miles south of Yueelin City, is named after the Shenxiao Hall situated atop its summit.
The Shenxiao Hall itself sits at the mountain’s very peak.
Whoosh!
A white figure darted forth, finally steadying at the mountain’s base.
"Hmm? Something seems amiss ahead!"
The person was Ling Feng, who was preparing to enter Divine Sky Mountain’s domain, but discovered an interdicted area in front of him wherein his flowing elemental power dissipated, making it impossible to stay airborne.
Helplessly, Ling Feng halted at the mountain’s base.
The foot of Divine Sky Mountain was bustling like a market, thronged with a constant flow of people.
To Ling Feng’s surprise, numerous vendors had indeed taken advantage of the foot traffic to set up stalls selling their wares.
Weapons, elixirs, secret technique manuals—a full array of goods was available.
Many hoping to stumble upon treasures lingered at these stalls, touching this, examining that, and in short, the mountain’s foot had nearly turned into a trading market.
Shaking his head, Ling Feng knew that while these stalls might occasionally yield a rare find, they generally wouldn’t contain anything too exceptional.
Moreover, his true purpose was to find Xiao Juanyun and investigate the rumored breakthrough opportunity.
"Hehe, first time here, little brother?"
Just as Ling Feng stopped, a somewhat unscrupulous man with yellowed teeth approached, scrutinizing Ling Feng with shifty eyes.
Ling Feng pursed his lips and nodded slightly, "Yes, this is indeed my first visit."
"Hehe, I could tell right away you’re extraordinary, a true dragon among men!"
The yellow-toothed man lavished Flattery on Ling Feng, then chuckled, "Little brother, I’ve been hanging around Divine Sky Mountain for over ten years. If there’s anything unclear or uncertain, feel free to ask. I’ll help you get answers! However..."
As the yellow-toothed man spoke, he extended three fingers, rubbing his thumb back and forth on the index finger and middle finger, with an eyebrow-raising expression and a lewd chuckle, embodying all things sleazy.
Ling Feng rolled his eyes at the man. Had he become money-crazed? Asking for payment even for a few mere questions?
"Hey, little brother, don’t feel like you’re getting the raw end of the deal! Who doesn’t know that I’m the go-to source for news around here? Any info from me is definitely worth the cost!"
The yellow-toothed man realized Ling Feng wasn’t easy to fool yet persisted in pestering for a bit.
"Oh?"
Ling Feng glanced at the man and asked, "I heard Divine Sky Mountain holds a breakthrough opportunity—could you explain it in detail?"
"Well..."
The yellow-toothed man rubbed his fingers, "Little brother, payment first, then you’ll hear the info!"
Without a second thought, Ling Feng tossed over several Upper Grade Elemental Crystals. The man’s eyes immediately gleamed with excitement.
A show of Upper Grade Elemental Crystals—what a wealthy fellow!
The nearby martial artists exchanged bewildered glances; perhaps this one was young and imprudent with his wealth!
Such a query could’ve easily been made to any passerby instead of approaching the sleazy yellow-toothed man.
"Haha, what generosity from the boss!"
The sleazy yellow-toothed man pocketed the crystals, even changing his address to Ling Feng, grinning as he said, "You’re unaware, little boss; Divine Sky Mountain is inherently a special location, housing an ancient prohibition throughout its expanse. Moreover, the Shenxiao Hall atop the mountain is where the true opportunity lies!"
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