Chapter 1199: Chapter 1199: Visitors from the Hidden Sect
The entire process lasted less than three seconds.
Three seconds—that was all—hardly enough time for many people to react.
However, when the fog dissipated, those two Guards had fallen as if all the blood in their bodies had been drained, so easily defeated, without even the slightest capacity to resist.
"No!"
Zi Yun witnessed this scene with her own eyes but was completely powerless to help. She had already heard the outcome from Luo Ji’s mouth just moments before, but even now, seeing the two Guards, who were as close as sisters to her, die so easily, Zi Yun still found it impossible to accept.
Instantly, Zi Yun made a move to rush outside.
"Stop her!"
Since Luo Ji went out to confront the enemy, Ling Qingya had been keeping a close eye on Zi Yun. Seeing Zi Yun’s action, she immediately shouted out loud.
Without the slightest hesitation, Miao Xiaoling gathered her Spiritual Power, restraining Zi Yun, while Yan Ling leaped onto Zi Yun’s body, clinging onto her desperately.
"Zi Yun, don’t be impulsive, going out there now is a death sentence!"
With Yan Ling’s Strength, she would usually not be able to protect Zi Yun, but since Yan Ling always treated Zi Yun like an older sister, Zi Yun, despite being able to break free easily, dared not exert any force for fear of hurting Yan Ling.
Taking advantage of this moment, the other women quickly stepped forward, blocking Zi Yun’s path.
Seeing the two Guards, now akin to dried-up corpses, Zi Yun’s eyes unexpectedly welled up with tears.
Outside the villa, two figures clad in black reached Luo Ji’s side but were stopped by a milky white light barrier that Luo Ji casually conjured.
Seeing they could not get close to Luo Ji, the two in black cloaks rushed toward Elder Shi in black robes instead, with black fog emanating from them. Gradually, they managed to break a gap in Luo Ji’s force.
"Elder, escape quickly!"
The Elder in black robes glanced at Luo Ji and at the villa enveloped in milky white light, his expression icy cold. Still, with a flicker of his form, he disappeared.
Compared to the Elder, the Strength of these two black-robed figures was significantly weaker, so they only lasted a moment before being directly disintegrated by Luo Ji’s power.
What was strange was that upon their death, these figures left no corpses behind; they merely turned into black fog that vanished without a trace.
Luo Ji, upon returning to the villa, looked increasingly pale.
In terms of realm, Luo Ji’s was nowhere near the black-robed person.
Nevertheless, Luo Ji’s milky white light force was an incredibly potent counter to the black fog of the black-robed person.
That was why the black-robed person was so easily repelled.
"None of you go out, I don’t have the strength, I need to sleep for a while."
Having just entered the villa, Luo Ji collapsed to the ground.
"Sister Luo Ji!"
"Sister Luo Ji!"
Seeing Luo Ji fall, the women hurriedly scrambled to lift her onto the couch.
...
Ye Luo’s home had been attacked by mysterious assailants!
This message was quickly conveyed out.
Many people applauded with glee, but the real power players were fraught with apprehension.
"Elder Shi, the representative from the Hidden Sect has arrived."
"Alright, I’ll be right there."
Elder Shi typically didn’t handle these matters, but this time, he had no choice but to step forward because the people from the Hidden Sect had specifically asked to see him!
"Let’s go and see what the Hidden Sect wants with us at this time. This time, representatives from the Sword Sect, the Three Emperors Sect, the Seven Stars Pavilion, and other six top-tier forces have joined forces. Obviously, the matter is not simple."
"They must be here about the Corpse King Palace," said Elder Shi indifferently.
As he spoke, he was already making his way outside.
At that moment, in the reception hall, three disciples from the Hidden Sect were waiting.
Upon seeing Elder Shi emerge, one of the disciples immediately spoke up.
"Nice to see you, Elder Shi."
"There’s no need for formalities. May I ask what brings you here today?"
Elder Shi looked at the three individuals before him, unavoidably puzzled in his heart. After all, it was rare for the Hidden Sect to make contact with the secular world, and even if they did, there was no reason for them to specifically seek him out.
"Returning to Elder Shi, we juniors have come here this time at the behest of our seniors from the Hidden Sect, to deliver these two letters to you, Elder Shi. One of them, we hope you can forward to Ye Luo."
"In addition, our seniors have entrusted us with a few words for Elder Shi. They said that Elder Shi should be aware of the nature of the power that has emerged, and should know how formidable they are. The elders hope that Elder Shi can persuade Ye Luo to agree to what is written in the letter, and at the same time, allow our Hidden Sect’s forces to enter the secular world to assist you in combating that evil strength; otherwise, it will be a catastrophe for the entire world."
From the disciple’s words, one could discern that the people of the Hidden Sect had a profound apprehension of the Corpse King Palace. They were reluctant even to let their disciples know of this news, but they were compelled to join forces. However, it was unclear what they had written in Ye Luo’s letter.
Elder Shi understood the gravity of the situation and naturally would not refuse.
"Good, go back and tell them that I will notify Ye Luo immediately. As for whether Ye Luo will accept your requests, that will have to wait until after he has read the letter."
"Thank you, Elder Shi. However, our seniors instructed that we must await Ye Luo’s response before we can return, so we will wait for news in Capital City."
Elder Shi nodded, said no more, and headed straight outside.
In fact, Elder Shi already suspected that the content of the letter was not so straightforward; with the Hidden Sect’s character, even if they were seeking cooperation with Ye Luo, it would not be to Ye Luo’s advantage. Furthermore, in the eyes of those people, Ye Luo was probably not yet worthy of their special attention.
However, these matters were for Ye Luo to decide, so even Elder Shi did not presume to intervene directly.
Since Ye Luo was on a plane, Elder Shi couldn’t make contact via phone. Thus, without hesitation, he went directly to Ye Luo’s house; after all, Shi Yanran was also in the villa, and Elder Shi would not feel embarrassed.
Observing the bevvy of beauties of all kinds within the villa, Elder Shi couldn’t help shaking his head. This Ye Luo’s talent for wooing women was just as formidable as his medical skills and martial arts.
Ye Luo got off the plane and didn’t delay for a moment, heading straight back to the villa.
He had just deplaned when he saw a slew of missed calls, clearly indicating something had happened.
"I’m back!"
Ye Luo entered through the door but surprisingly didn’t receive the warm welcome he had expected.
With puzzlement, Ye Luo walked in only to find Elder Shi sitting on the couch while Ling Qingya and Shi Yanran were chatting with him. The other women were also gathered in small groups, but their expressions did not look very cheerful.
Seeing Shi Yu behind Ye Luo, the ladies did not show any particular reaction. They had long since grown accustomed to Ye Luo occasionally bringing someone home.
