Chapter 1135: Chapter 1132: Ji Zifan
Feiyu Temple’s Bai Sheng and Qingyun Sect’s Li Feifei exchanged a glance, both perceiving the other’s thoughts: to join forces and, like Zhou Youwei, use their speed to dash through the Golden Divine Puppet Array.
"Let’s begin!" Bai Sheng said solemnly.
Hu Wenyuan waved his hand.
The Golden Divine Puppet Array activated.
Bai Sheng and Li Feifei entered simultaneously.
"Seems they have some brains..." Seeing Bai Sheng and Li Feifei at that moment, Hu Wenyuan lightly stroked his long beard and mused to himself.
The two entering the Golden Divine Puppet Array together wouldn’t affect its power.
But if they helped each other, it would be easier to pass the test of the Golden Divine Puppet Array.
Their thinking was very clear.
Zheng Shuang observed the scene and felt quite appreciative.
He was stationed at the Beiming Sea Domain to recruit more talents from Floating Mountain.
Regrettably, previous talents like Ziwei Sacred Land’s Tiantong Holy Daughter Xiao Rui and Heavenly Mansion Saint Jiang Changbei weren’t discovered by him; they were brought in by Floating Mountain’s dispatched personnel.
Though their current strength might not yet surpass Bai Sheng and Li Feifei, these two are still very young with extraordinary potential.
Nowadays, their cultivation might have already surpassed Bai Sheng and Li Feifei.
Nonetheless, Zheng Shuang would not disdain Bai Sheng and Li Feifei for that.
After all, he would acquire significant merit by facilitating them.
He could then use the merit to comprehend more of the Daoist Collection.
"But the matter with Zhou Youwei should still be reported to Senior Ji Zifan..." Zheng Shuang quietly contemplated.
While Zheng Shuang mused, Bai Sheng and Li Feifei fell into the Golden Divine Puppet Array.
Their wish was unfulfilled.
They had completely underestimated the Golden Divine Puppet’s speed, making it impossible to keep pace, failing to rush out.
This put the two in a precarious situation.
However, fortunately, their strength was not ordinary. They quickly composed themselves, fought steadily, and emerged with only minor injuries.
The two were able to see the light of day again, having passed the test.
Hu Wenyuan distributed the tokens.
Zheng Shuang led the two into Floating Mountain, arranged for a handover, and set off alone toward an Immortal Mountain.
The Immortal Mountain was known as Cloud Mountain.
Immortal clouds surrounded it on all sides.
It was an independent Immortal Mountain mansion, where Floating Mountain’s Ji Family’s direct lineage, Ji Zifan, resided.
Floating Mountain was divided into many cultivation Sacred Lands.
Generally, these cultivation Sacred Lands were bestowed upon elders with great merit or talented direct lineage disciples of Floating Mountain.
Ji Zifan was not only a direct lineage member of Floating Mountain but also of the Ji Family.
The present Saint Master of Floating Mountain’s Ji Family was Ji Zifan’s uncle.
Incidentally, Ji Ziqing was Ji Zifan’s cousin.
Zheng Shuang entered Cloud Mountain, arriving at Ji Zifan’s cultivation site.
This was the peak of Cloud Mountain, devoid of any field or structures, just a lone mat.
A snow-white figure sat there, meditating at the mountain’s peak, seemingly immersed in the Immortal Realm, radiating an incomparable oppressive aura constantly.
Immortal!
This was another Immortal!
Seeing this figure, Zheng Shuang dared not stare directly, kneeling on one knee and respectfully saying, "Zheng Shuang greets Senior Brother."
A moment later, the white-clothed man slowly spoke, "What’s the matter?"
His voice was rich and resonant.
Without noticing these nuances, Zheng Shuang respectfully said, "Senior Sister Ji Ziqing has returned, bringing a group of people. Among them is the Immortal King Hall’s heir, named Zhou Youwei, who, at a young age, has already stepped into the Ancient Saint Realm."
The aura on the white-clothed man’s body showed a slight change, transient.
But Zheng Shuang, being of the Ancient Saint Realm, naturally perceived that change.
Nonetheless, Zheng Shuang dared not express anything, silently waiting for the white-clothed man to speak.
The white-clothed man, Ji Zifan, slowly stood, turning to face Zheng Shuang.
A fine Ji Zifan indeed, with sword-like brows and starry eyes, handsome and elegant, truly an exceptional talent.
As he turned, heaven and earth laws faintly surrounded him, Daoist Rhythm flowing.
With every gesture and movement, the presence of great power was evident.
The fluttering white robe followed the wind, long hair unbound, draped over his shoulders.
Most terrifying were his eyes, as if able to penetrate the world’s essence, carrying a soul-stirring force.
In that moment, Zheng Shuang felt exposed before Ji Zifan.
He lowered his head even further, internally remarking: Senior Brother Ji Zifan’s Divine Pupil grows ever more formidable.
Ji Zifan maintained a calm demeanor, softly speaking, "You just said, Ji Ziqing brought a group, but only one entered Floating Mountain?"
Zheng Shuang nodded, "Yes, the other four claimed to be escorting Zhou Youwei."
Ji Zifan slightly narrowed his eyes, within his pupils, it seemed two strokes of mysterious light swirled, exceedingly magical.
"You’re injured?" Ji Zifan asked, looking at Zheng Shuang.
Zheng Shuang’s heart shivered, quickly responding, "Just a minor injury, not a concern."
"Go to the Hundred Herbs Pavilion and collect a Reviving Pill." Ji Zifan said softly.
"Thank you, Senior Brother!" Zheng Shuang was immediately delighted.
His injuries were minor, yet the Reviving Pill was an authentic Heavenly Pill, requiring Medicine Sect-level Alchemists to craft, exceedingly valuable; obtaining one was a boon.
That was Senior Brother Ji Zifan indeed!
Zheng Shuang’s respect for Ji Zifan only deepened.
"Leave, I will handle this matter myself." Ji Zifan waved.
"Understood!" Zheng Shuang respectfully withdrew.
Once Zheng Shuang left, Ji Zifan’s eyes blinked, mysterious light swirled, as if the creation of heaven and earth unfolded.
Ji Zifan murmured, "An heir of Immortal King Hall..."
"It seems my sister is truly working hard to avoid marrying into Dingzhou."
"Still, since sister has returned, it’s incumbent upon me as her brother to greet her, lest I fall short in my duty."
With those words, Ji Zifan’s figure slowly faded.
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"Alright."
After completing the final procedure, Ji Ziqing smiled at Zhou Youwei and said, "Youwei, from now on, you’re part of Floating Mountain."
Zhou Youwei took the bronze token from Ji Ziqing’s hand, gently rubbing it with her jade fingers, feeling its coolness.
This token was the symbol of one’s identity in Floating Mountain.
"Isn’t it time for your Floating Mountain’s Saint Master to make an appearance?" Ye Xuan gave Ji Ziqing a sidelong glance and casually remarked.
"The Saint Master isn’t at Floating Mountain these days, so it’s impossible to meet him for now." Ji Ziqing apologetically smiled.
Ye Xuan raised his gaze towards Ji Ziqing, half-smiling, "Little girl, there’s a price for playing tricks on me."
Ji Ziqing’s body trembled, stiffening. She felt as though she had fallen into an icy abyss, a bone-chilling sensation enveloping her, making her apprehensive beyond utterance.
Ji Ziqing had no choice but to force a smile, claiming, "I have no intention of deceiving you."
Ye Xuan withdrew his gaze, indifferently stating, "I doubt you have the courage; no matter, I intend to stay in Floating Mountain for a while, waiting is no issue."