Isn't This a Game? Why Are You All Cultivating for Real!

Chapter 112: Chapter 112: A Collaboration of Three?

Song Jiulai observed the Nine Netherworld Spider. Just as she was about to make a move, she suddenly sensed the auras of other cultivators.

She immediately froze.

The cultivators over there had also sensed Song Jiulai’s aura and revealed themselves.

It was a pair of cultivators, one man and one woman.

They were clearly in the Late-stage Qi Refining.

Thanks to her system, Song Jiulai’s aura was indistinct to others. Plus, she was currently at the Mid-stage Peak and on the verge of a breakthrough, so her presence was very misleading.

The man and woman before her were both refined and good-looking.

The sight of Song Jiulai’s somewhat asymmetrical face made their eyes twitch.

It wasn’t that Song Jiulai’s features were shockingly ugly; the face she had crafted for herself was just slightly asymmetrical.

Of course, it was possible to change one’s face inside the Secret Realm. Although identities could be easily confirmed once everyone was outside, it didn’t rule out the possibility that someone might want to hide their identity to snatch a prize.

The other party took the initiative to introduce themselves. The male cultivator spoke first, "Fellow Cultivator, may I ask your name? We are disciples of the Supreme Mysterious Sect. I am Lü Rufeng."

The female cultivator beside him also spoke with a bright smile, her voice sweet and delicate. "I am Yi Tianhe."

Although these two weren’t the most outstanding participants in this Secret Realm, they were still somewhat famous.

After all, only the most outstanding disciples from the Major Sects were sent into the Secret Realm.

Ordinarily, cultivators their age shouldn’t still be in the Qi Refinement Realm. Although they had youthful faces, one could tell they weren’t that young.

What she didn’t know was that Major Sects had their own methods for suppressing a cultivator’s cultivation.

They would specially groom a batch of disciples just for entering Secret Realms.

In reality, Lü Rufeng and Yi Tianhe should have advanced to the Late-stage Foundation Establishment long ago. Thus, their true cultivation far surpassed the Qi Refinement Realm.

Song Jiulai was unaware of this, but she could sense that something was off.

Her eyes darted around. She recalled that the cultivator who sold her the Secret Realm fragment had mentioned this realm was likely connected to Major Sects like the Blood Prison Sect.

However, Song Jiulai didn’t rashly reveal her sect. She simply nodded and said, "I am... Song Abao."

She suddenly remembered that she had used the name Ma Xiaohu in Liu Xian City, and that female cultivator now knew it. So, Song Jiulai came up with a new name on the spot.

Lü Rufeng and Yi Tianhe: "..."

’Such a sloppy name?’

’She’s obviously lying.’

’So secretive!’

Of course, Song Jiulai didn’t expect them to believe her. She kept her eyes fixed on the two cultivators, ready to retreat at a moment’s notice. If anything seemed even slightly off, she would bolt without hesitation!

Fortunately, Lü Rufeng and his companion didn’t seem to mind. He pointed at the nearby Nine Netherworld Spider. "Fellow Cultivator, you must be planning to deal with this demon beast. It’s a bit dangerous to do so alone. Why not cooperate with us? After the kill, we only want the Nine Netherworld Spider’s corpse. The Spirit Grass can be yours."

"’Such a good deal?’"

Song Jiulai raised an eyebrow, then said, "Alright."

She didn’t really doubt whether they genuinely wanted to cooperate. In any case, the Nine Netherworld Spider was a troublesome opponent, and she had a way out if things went south.

The pair hadn’t expected Song Jiulai to agree so quickly.

They exchanged a glance and smiled. "In that case, Fellow Cultivator, please follow our lead."

As if to reassure Song Jiulai, Lü Rufeng was the first to summon his Magic Treasure.

It was a Flying Wheel wreathed in blazing flames. Upon closer inspection, one could see the faint figures of small snakes moving across its surface.

Song Jiulai’s eyes immediately widened.

’Wow,’ she thought.

’Disciples from Major Sects are so loaded.’

’Whipping out a Xuan-grade Magical Treasure even in the Qi Refinement Realm.’

’And it’s even forged from a rare ore.’

’It must be Snake Shadow Ore, which is just as famous as Ice Butterfly Ore.’

The purpose of Snake Shadow Ore was to imbue a Magic Treasure with venom. The resulting snake venom could temporarily prevent an enemy from using their Spiritual Energy.

In simple terms—it had a silence effect.

Unlike Ice Butterfly Ore, this material was incredibly effective despite being difficult to refine, making it highly sought-after on the market.

It was a hot commodity among ores.

And rare.

Any disciple who possessed one was undoubtedly a treasured prodigy of their Sect.

An envious look appeared in Song Jiulai’s eyes.

Sensing Song Jiulai’s envious gaze, Lü Rufeng couldn’t help but feel a bit smug.

After all, this Snake Shadow Flying Wheel was a true status symbol. Not every disciple who entered the Secret Realm possessed such a Magic Treasure.

Then, Lü Rufeng sent the Snake Shadow Flying Wheel hurtling toward the Nine Netherworld Spider.

The Nine Netherworld Spider reacted quickly. Hearing the whoosh, its massive body spun around, and it spat out a web of venomous silk that nearly struck the Flying Wheel.

Lü Rufeng’s expression changed, and he immediately altered the Flying Wheel’s trajectory.

’This Third-stage Demon Beast is no ordinary opponent.’

’The ones Major Sects place in here for their disciples’ training have to be the cream of the crop among Third-stage Demon Beasts.’

The Nine Netherworld Spider, now thoroughly enraged by the attack, spotted the three cultivators. Its massive body moved like the wind, closing the distance in the blink of an eye.

The three of them immediately scattered. Yi Tianhe raised a hand and summoned her own Magic Treasure.

Unlike Lü Rufeng’s weapon, Yi Tianhe’s Magic Treasure was a bamboo flute.

Yi Tianhe brought the bamboo flute to her lips and began to play. An enchanting melody instantly filled the air.

Song Jiulai had assumed it was a Magic Treasure that used sonic attacks. Instead, she watched as the melody became tangible, flowing outward like ripples on water. The moment the notes touched the Nine Netherworld Spider’s body, they transformed into a flurry of small electric arcs that zapped the beast.

’Huh?’

’This Magic Treasure is quite the master of misdirection.’

Zapped by the arcs, the Nine Netherworld Spider was briefly paralyzed. Lü Rufeng immediately seized the opportunity, sending his Snake Shadow Flying Wheel in for another attack.

However, the Nine Netherworld Spider quickly broke free from the effects of Yi Tianhe’s Magic Treasure. Its massive body swiveled with surprising agility, dodging Lü Rufeng’s attack as it spat a glob of venom at Yi Tianhe.

Clearly, it considered Yi Tianhe’s Magic Treasure a greater threat than Lü Rufeng’s.

Yi Tianhe dodged backward, and the venom splattered harmlessly into the air, releasing a strangely sweet aroma.

Even Song Jiulai felt a wave of dizziness just from smelling it.

’This demon beast’s venom is incredible. Just the scent is enough to affect you.’

Frustrated that his two attacks hadn’t landed a decisive blow, Lü Rufeng snorted. He raised his hand, and five Ice Blades materialized, shooting instantly toward the Nine Netherworld Spider.

This time, the beast failed to dodge. All five Ice Blades struck home. They seemed to have barely pierced its defenses, but the attack served to further enrage the Nine Netherworld Spider, making its movements even more frantic.

It spat one mouthful of venom, and without pausing, immediately spat another at Lü Rufeng.

These two were clearly battle-hardened, and their teamwork was seamless. Within a few moves, they were trading blows with the Nine Netherworld Spider.

Then, Yi Tianhe urged Song Jiulai, "Fellow Cultivator, aren’t you going to make a move?"

Song Jiulai blinked. "I don’t have a suitable Magic Treasure on me at the moment."

But as she spoke, she raised a hand, and a bolt of lightning as thick as a thumb shot from her palm.

It struck the Nine Netherworld Spider directly.

The great thing about Palm Thunder was that unless the target’s combat power was exceptionally high, it was essentially a targeted strike that was impossible to dodge.

The bolt struck the Nine Netherworld Spider squarely on the back, and its body visibly stiffened from the shock.

And then Song Jiulai’s second bolt of lightning struck.

Lü Rufeng and Yi Tianhe exchanged a look, a profound glint in their eyes.

’This cultivator really is someone special.’

Palm Thunder was a technique that anyone from a Major Sect could cultivate. However, when used by an ordinary Qi Refining cultivator, it was usually no more than a spark, nowhere near this powerful.