Who Brought Him into the Cultivation World?

Chapter 350: Chapter 292: A Madman Is Looking for You

It was already past midnight, Han Yu lay on the soft couch and had been waiting quietly for a long time. In the vast Sea of Consciousness, the Glazed Bottle remained completely still.

It seemed this time wasn’t just a simple slumber.

”For a short period, the Bottle should remain in slumber.”

The Artifact Spirit spoke within the Sea of Consciousness, looking somewhat discontent.

If something could make the Bottle slumber, wouldn’t that mean it could also allow me a fresh breakthrough?

If... if I could seize it a bit faster, maybe the part below the head could grow back.

Phah! Phah!

The more I thought about it, the more frustrated I became. Glass immediately spat twice at the Bottle.

Han Yu quickly withdrew. The feud between these two had been long-standing, and as a beneficiary, he decisively chose not to get involved.

He was now staying at an inn in the city, a place recommended by You Li. After a hearty meal, she decided on a whim to have everyone stay together so she wouldn’t lose track of anyone later.

Though she was reluctant, she still had to return to the Sect.

”The day after tomorrow is the day the listing will be revealed, but starting tomorrow, Nanling City will secretly begin lockdown. I’ll have to return to the Sect and bring another group of senior brothers tomorrow,”

You Li explained. As the Sect’s Saintess, her status was similar to Ye Hei’s, and many minor tasks were directly handed over to her by the Sect to manage.

Arranging for the patrol work in Nanling City was one of them; otherwise, Coconut wouldn’t have recognized her on the street.

Han Yu was quite surprised at the time, not expecting this girl with prominent features to be the Saintess of Nanli Sword Studio.

”This Sect seems alright, not judging people by appearances.”

He secretly discussed this with his cousin, who responded with complete silence, only giving him a look reserved for fools.

On the other side, forty miles east of Nanling City, there was a Qianluo Peak, atop which stood Wanjun Hall, and further inside was Nanli Sword Studio.

Wanjun Hall was open on all sides, with pavilions and water pavilions to the east, and in the center of the water pavilion was a three-zhang long and wide terrace, carved with runes, capable of drawing water from thin air, creating an image of a small bridge over flowing water.

The western side was filled with ancient buildings, the classical Bamboo Garden wooden towers being the cultivators’ residences.

The southern side housed the Elder and Sect residences, with grand and imposing buildings.

As for the northern path leading to the back mountain, it was both a forbidden land for disciples and a sacred place in their hearts.

Everyone within the Nine Sects knew that Nanli Sword Studio enshrined a Divine Sword, which was kept there.

Upon returning to the Sect, You Li went alone to her residence, a tranquil little courtyard.

Inside, green bamboo stood, exuding a faint fresh scent.

Once inside, You Li, as usual, sat cross-legged to cultivate, but today she suddenly felt a sense of agitation.

Initially unconcerned, the discomfort grew stronger as the True Essence flowed.

That was odd; it wasn’t like this before? she mused to herself.

She hadn’t encountered anything unusual lately, so why was this happening?

As her agitation intensified, her multi-tasking talent turned into three Heart Monkeys running rampant within her mind, disturbing her peace of mind.

”No way, without the Dragon Blood Stone, I can’t subdue the Heart Monkey.”

She sighed deeply, as what should have been her greatest talent had ironically become her biggest hindrance at the most critical moment.

”Perhaps I should try it carefully; it shouldn’t be a problem.”

She couldn’t resist the urge to use the Dragon Blood Stone, even though Han Yu had warned her of its potential oddities, but that was still just a suspicion.

I’ll try it, just be careful. I won’t use too much, just a bit...

With these thoughts swirling in her mind, You Li unconsciously retrieved the bright red stone from the hidden compartment under her bed.

Sitting cross-legged once more, she held the stone and entered meditation again, with visible red light gradually flowing into her body through her meridians.

The agitation indeed vanished without a trace, and even the Heart Monkeys that were running amok were suppressed deep within her heart.

This sudden peace instantly intoxicated her, and she forgot her original cautious plan, becoming utterly captivated by the release of the realm’s barrier...

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The next day.

There were indeed more cultivators coming and going in Nanling City, with their numbers almost reaching half.

Seeing a large number of cultivators arriving, the Nanling Guardian became exceedingly worried, praying that nothing would go wrong.

”Hang in there for two days, just two days.”

His worry couldn’t be helped. The Guardian Bureau and Inspectorate had secretly prepared everything, with Nanli Sword Studio sending a massive force as well.

This setup wasn’t for defense; it was waiting for something to happen.

How could he not be worried?

”Sir, if you’re really concerned, why not ask?”

A Palace Guard suggested softly, seeing their Guardian Chief at a loss.

The Nanling Guardian twitched at the corners of his mouth. Ask? Easier said than done. A letter clearly stated that this setup must not be inquired about, stamped by both the Guardian Bureau and the Inspectorate.

”If you’re not afraid to die, you ask.”

”Anyway, I’ll just protect my Nanling City. As long as the city’s people are safe, it’s fine.”

He had realized by now that he, a mere Guardian, was not involved in this matter. He just needed to fulfill his duty.

But just as he said nothing should happen, in less than a moment, a Palace Guard rushed in urgently.

”Chief, there’s a stinky cultivator outside, looking like a madman, demanding to see Han Yu.”

The Guardian’s expression froze at once...

”Looking for me?”

At the inn, one Palace Guard came looking quickly, and Han Yu confirmed repeatedly.

”Are you sure it’s a madman looking for me?”

The Palace Guard nodded repeatedly, vividly describing, ”Looks almost like a madman, all stinky with the smell of rotten fish and shrimp, crying to see you.”

Han Yu was greatly astonished; he didn’t think he had any connections with madmen!

He wasn’t the only one curious; the others were equally intrigued.

Common folks, the scroll reveal still needed waiting till the next day. Wouldn’t that be boring? Now, with nothing else to do, a madman visiting Han Yu was very fresh content!

So they urged, ”We’ll know if we take a look. Let’s go, see what’s happening.”

When the group arrived at the Government Office’s entrance and were ushered into the outer courtyard, a disheveled figure reeking of a foul stench suddenly sprang out, almost getting killed by Han Yu’s punch.

Luckily, he held back at the critical moment, but the force was enough to slam the other into the wall.

Watching the figure groan and struggle to peel himself off the wall, a familiar face appeared, now full of tears.

”Boo hoo...”

Bai Xiangdong was incredibly aggrieved; he was here to get an explanation and perhaps ask for a solution. But he didn’t expect that his enthusiastic greeting would be met with such brutal treatment...