Chapter 492: Chapter 492: The Five Blood Kings_1
"The Sect Master is in seclusion and cannot see guests. Speak directly if you have something to say."
"Yes, Deputy Sect Master, I have found the location of the Blood Demon Lair." Blood Shadow spoke.
Instantly, the air around the man in the blood-colored robe surged with a powerful aura, causing Blood Shadow’s face to turn pale and his body to tremble.
"You’ve really found the Blood Demon Lair? Where is it?"
"It’s within the Forbidden Land of the Miao Tribe in Miaojiang," said Blood Shadow, his face solemn.
A trace of surprise flashed in the eyes of the man in the Blood Robe, who said, "So it is. I never expected that the ancient Ancestor of the Blood Demons would place the Blood Demon Lair in Miaojiang. No wonder it has been so difficult to locate."
"Deputy Sect Master, the Miao Tribe has always been mysterious and incredibly powerful. Previously, my subordinates were sent to scout the Blood Demon Lair, and the losses were heavy. There must be many experts within the Miao Tribe," Blood Shadow spoke again.
"Considering this, as the Deputy Sect Master of the Blood Sect, I command the Blood Wolf and the other four Blood Kings to rally to their posts. You five will lead the Blood Wolf elites to Miaojiang, and by all means, you must enter the Blood Demon Lair. Besides finding the Blood Demon Pool, you must also locate something of utmost importance."
"Please enlighten me, Deputy Sect Master," Blood Shadow bowed and said.
"That is the Blood Pearl left by the Ancestor of the Blood Demons. With the Blood Pearl, the Sect Master will undoubtedly ascend to an even higher realm. Then it will be time for our Blood Sect to strike back at the Hidden Sect," the man in the Blood Robe declared coldly.
"Understood. I will comply," Blood Shadow nodded and quickly left the great hall.
The man in the Blood Robe’s eyes flickered with a cold, eerie light.
Huaxia, Zhonghai.
Inside the villa where Ling Qingya was staying, she sat on the sofa, continually drinking red wine, her complexion flushed and slightly intoxicated. Beside her sat Han Mengxi, looking at Ling Qingya with large, attentive eyes.
"Qing Ya, are you really done with Ye Luo like this?" Han Mengxi asked.
"We’re already over," Ling Qingya said, draining the wine in her glass.
"But why have you been drinking yourself into a stupor every night these past few days? Are you thinking about him, or have you actually not let go of Ye Luo in your heart?" Han Mengxi continued.
Ling Qingya’s expression was complex, and the corners of her mouth revealed a bitter smile that was hard to define.
"I don’t know. I want to be with him, but I can’t accept his deception, his betrayal, let alone his other women," Ling Qingya said with a sorrowful look.
"Sigh..." Han Mengxi sighed and said, "Qing Ya, why put yourself through this? If you can’t let go, then don’t give up, or you will surely regret it. If you truly like him, you wouldn’t mind these things about him. Why torment yourself like this?"
Ling Qingya did not speak, continuing to drink, venting the bitterness in her heart.
The next day
Within the Miao Village great hall, at that moment, Miao Chang’an and all the Miao Tribe elders were gathered there.
"Everyone, I’ve called you here today to discuss that tomorrow marks Xiao Ling’s eighteenth birthday. According to our traditions, tomorrow we will hold the Spirit Awakening Ceremony, allowing Xiao Ling to inherit the Miao Tribe’s legacy and become the true Saintess, safeguarding the peace and tranquility of our Miao Tribe for a lifetime," Miao Chang’an said solemnly.
"Clan Leader, the identity of the mysterious people who appeared last night is still unknown. If they have designs on the Forbidden Land, holding the Spirit Awakening Ceremony at this time could be dangerous if something happened..." an elderly man with white hair expressed his concerns.
"The Spirit Awakening Ceremony is the most important event for our Miao Tribe and must not be delayed. Besides, with two Elders guarding the Forbidden Land, absolutely nothing will go wrong," another Elder hastily added.
"Enough, let’s not argue. The Spirit Awakening Ceremony is urgent. Only by inheriting the Miao Tribe’s legacy can the Saintess better protect our Miao Tribe," the Second Elder said in a hoarse voice.
"If that is the case, let it be known that the Spirit Awakening Ceremony will be held tomorrow, and Xiao Ling will formally become the Saintess of the Miao Tribe," Miao Chang’an stated with a composed and solemn expression.
Inside the room where Ye Luo and the others were being held, Miao Xiaoling walked in.
"Big Brother Ye, our Miao Tribe is holding a Spirit Awakening Ceremony tomorrow, and I will become the true Saintess of the Miao Tribe. At that time, I will have my father persuade the Second Elder to let you all go," Miao Xiaoling said softly.
"Xiao Ling, thank you. But what is this Spirit Awakening Ceremony? Aren’t you already known as the Saintess? Why aren’t you the true Saintess yet?" Ye Luo asked, his face full of surprise.
"The Spirit Awakening Ceremony is a tradition passed down by the Miao Tribe. It’s a rite of passage for us. Only after the ceremony is completed can one be considered the true Saintess of Miaojiang. Once successful, the Miao Tribe’s Saintess will obtain some mysterious and powerful strength to protect the Miao Tribe," Miao Xiaoling explained.
Only then did Ye Luo and his companions come to understand. Miao Xiaoling stayed for a while before leaving.
"Uncle Nie, since the Miao Tribe is hosting a grand ceremony tomorrow, they surely won’t be able to attend to us. We’ll take the opportunity to escape," Ye Luo said straight away.
"But we all have the Soul-Devouring Gu in our bodies. Even if we do escape, we’re likely doomed," Nie Yuntian said, shaking his head.
"Don’t worry, this Gu Insect is not going to stump me, the unmatched Divine Doctor," Ye Luo said, the corner of his mouth lifting in a confident smile, clearly having thought of a solution for the Gu Insect.
In a part of the primitive forest in Miaojiang, a large group of people had gathered. Leading them were five men in black robes with sinister and icy demeanors, one of whom was Blood Shadow.
The other four men were Xue Kong, Xue Yan, Xue You, and Xue Hai. These five were the top figures of the Blood Wolf Assassin organization, known as the five Blood Kings.
They also held another identity as the five Blood Envoys of the Blood Sect. Behind them were the elite assassins of the Blood Wolf organization, all of whom possessed the strength of the Innate Realm.
Soon, the figure of the Scavenger Wolf appeared. He respectfully addressed Blood Shadow and the others, "Sirs, I’ve just learned that the Miao Tribe will hold a Spirit Awakening Ceremony tomorrow. It seems to be a grand affair, and the whole tribe will participate."
"A Spirit Awakening Ceremony? What’s that?" Blood Shadow’s eyes flickered with a hint of confusion.
"No matter what it is, this is our chance. It’s the perfect opportunity to enter the Forbidden Land," Xue Kong said coldly.
"Xue Kong, Xue Yan, the two of you will come with me to the Forbidden Land tomorrow. As for Xue You and Xue Hai, you lead the men against the Miao Tribe; we absolutely can’t allow them to interfere in this matter," Blood Shadow said coldly.
"Why should you get to go into the Blood Demon Pool and gain merits while we do this?" Xue Hai complained discontentedly.
At that moment, clothed in a black robe and with eyes shimmering with a ghostly light, Xue You interjected, "Enough, Xue Hai. The Deputy Sect Master has appointed Blood Shadow as the leader for this mission, we should follow his commands."
"Xue Hai, I hope you won’t let your personal feelings ruin the Blood Sect’s plans," Blood Shadow said coldly, then left with Xue Kong and Xue Yan.
