Chapter 230 Law Enforcement Elder Guards the World (44)

The artist, relieved, said, “You misunderstand. I only admire beautiful things and meant no disrespect. I saw this lady at the Immortal Crossing buying items and had never seen such a divine figure before, so I painted her.”

Zhong Jin carefully stored the painting. “Junior Brother, it seems Master came here to get some candies for you. Let’s not disappoint Master’s good intentions. Let’s go.”

Shen Zhuo stared at the artist for a long moment before taking the painting from Zhong Jin and placing it into his spatial ring. He then left.

The artist broke into a sweat, unnerved by the white-clad man’s menacing gaze. It felt as though he might be torn apart. Fortunately, the young man in blue had managed to calm him down.

The artist vowed never to paint another portrait of a young woman without careful consideration, lest he encounter someone like that again.

This minor incident passed without much notice.

As they resumed their journey, they took to their swords in flight and soon witnessed the celestial phenomenon at Forest of Flowing Harmonies.

Sheng Mingchu exclaimed, “Look, it’s the auspicious light!”

Sheng Tingfeng added, “Master mentioned that with the appearance of the ancient divine beast, the Phoenix, there would naturally be an auspicious light.”

Sheng Tingfeng, a staunch loyalist of the Law Enforcement Elder, believed whatever the Elder said without question, and Sheng Mingchu refrained from arguing.

Su Wen remarked, “Tingfeng, Mingchu has never seen such a scene before either.”

Kong Qing expressed excitement, “It’s thrilling to encounter such good fortune.”

Fang Xingyun commented, “The Elder said it requires fate.”

Zhong Jin said, “Perhaps we are merely witnesses.”

Kong Qing then asked, “Senior Brother Zhong, if the Law Enforcement Elder knows so much, why not capture the Phoenix? It’s a Phoenix, after all!”

Shen Zhuo, who rarely spoke, interjected, “Master does not need it.”

Master was solely interested in seeking the treasures of heaven and earth for her Canglan.

Zhong Jin urged, “Let’s increase our speed. With such a phenomenon, many people will come. A’Zhuo, stay close and be cautious.”

Shen Zhuo remained silent, not offering a word.

He was not yet capable of confronting the old coot.

The group hastened their pace and reached Forest of Flowing Harmonies in just a few days. They carefully approached the center of the forest.

By the time they arrived, others had already gotten there before them, though no one dared to confront them.

Bai Tang’s combat prowess was well-known; only a fool would choose to confront her. In the world of immortal cultivation, the most despised were those who usurped bodies, but Bai Tang was different. Although she spoke of borrowing a corpse and returning to life, everyone understood that she was merely using the body of the original Bai Tang and had no intention of forcibly taking it.

The group soon found the entrance to the secret realm near the center and, without hesitation, entered.

Entering the secret realm felt like stepping into another world.

Fang Xingyun’s eyes sparkled with excitement. “Look at all these spiritual plants! They’re of such high quality. Let’s start gathering them quickly.”

As soon as they entered the secret realm, the group had already made substantial gains and their spirits were high.

After killing a beast devoid of spiritual intelligence, they started roasting the meat. Their cooking skills were quite good; they could cook for themselves, and after breaking their fasting, they could still enjoy cooking occasionally. The aroma of the roasting meat wafted far within the secret realm, attracting some unwelcome visitors.

Shen Nianyun swallowed hard. “Big brother, do you smell that? It’s delicious!”

Gao Yikang pondered for a moment. “With so many people in this secret realm, it must be from other sects.”

Shen Congbin, also enticed by the smell, said, “Let’s go check it out. We are disciples of the Clear Void Sect.”

A group of more than ten people followed the enticing scent.

Zhong Jin and his group were enjoying their meal and their mood remained pleasant.

“Shen Zhuo! You lowly bastard, who allowed you into the secret realm?” Shen Nianyun immediately cursed upon seeing Shen Zhuo.

Shen Zhuo’s expression darkened, his eyes turning fearsome. After more than a hundred years of separation, the sight of these people sparked an uncontrollable hatred within him.

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