Chapter 495: Chapter 253: The Hostility of the Three Life Gates—Looking Down on Me, Du Mouren? [First Update!]

Pei Wuxing suppressed his anger and strode forward, simultaneously sending an urgent transmission to East Spring Undying Bone, "Master Du, how many Spirit Stones would it take to make you resolutely stand on the side of Wind and Cloud Immortal City?"

He had figured it out; these three were not just unfriendly visitors; they were here to challenge his very limits.

Having Zuo Xin Kui act this way was likely intentional to disgust him. If he became angry and acted, it would just give the three a reason to respond.

Wen Jiu, initially watching the drama unfold with amusement, couldn’t help but smile wryly upon hearing Pei Wuxing’s transmission laced with hidden anger. It seems the disgusting scene orchestrated by Master of the Three Gates of Non-Life truly got under his skin.

So be it.

Perfect.

"Master Pei, we are allies, aren’t we? What’s all this talk about Spirit Stones? Just one thousand Tier Two Lower Grade Blood Corpse Mushrooms will do. If that’s impossible, Evil Yin Spiritual Medicine can also substitute."

Pei Wuxing’s expression stiffened, but he nodded decisively, transmitting, "Fellow Daoist Du, everything will be delivered within a month."

"Rest assured, I will stand firm by your side later. After all, it’s only three at the Early Stage of Golden Core." Wen Jiu transmitted his promise, also reminding Pei Wuxing of the risks of reneging.

After receiving the response, Pei Wuxing felt much more relaxed, his anger replaced by a hint of joy.

One step, two steps.

Striding swiftly up the stairs.

Wen Jiu commanded East Spring Undying Bone to follow closely.

Except for Elder Qiu and Daoist Wei, no one dared to go along, waiting quietly downstairs instead.

...

Upon reaching an upper floor, the three from Mo Palace hurriedly came down.

"Master Pei, Master Du, forgive me for not welcoming you earlier, I beg your pardon, pardon." Mo Palace spoke first, with an apologetic smile.

Yet the smile contained hidden malice.

Since it was the owner claiming to have not welcomed them properly, how could these words come from a guest?

Wen Jiu remained silent, quietly observing Pei Wuxing’s response. Moments later, Pei Wuxing, seemingly emboldened, stood with a cold gaze, hands behind his back, "Master Mo, if anyone should apologize, it’s me. Had Bao Tiangai and others not stopped me for a chat, I wouldn’t have arrived so late."

Upon hearing this, the trio from Mo Palace stiffened, their smiles intended to disgust Pei Wuxing vanishing instantly.

Before they could react, Pei Wuxing swiftly walked past them, "Master Du, come upstairs and take a look at the splendors of my Little Demon Realm. Though it’s not as vast as Hundred Floating Domains, the Corpse Nourishing effect is excellent. If you like it, I’ll immediately designate that area as your cultivation venue."

"Let me have a look."

Once he finished speaking.

East Spring Undying Bone leisurely followed, as Pei Wuxing had shown sincerity, he had to go along.

The three from Mo Palace exchanged glances. The Sect Leader of the Hidden Kill Sect and the Sect Leader of the Jue Ying Sect looked at Mo Palace, as Mo Palace was the leader here. Mo Palace gestured to them not to act rashly and followed upstairs, speaking to Zuo Xin Kui as they went, "Xin Kui, you should come too. Master Pei’s talented Direct Disciple is challenging you today, so why not let us enjoy the spectacle."

"Yes, Master!"

Zuo Xin Kui clasped his hands in salute and followed slowly.

Pei Wuxing’s voice rang out at this moment as well, "Feng Jue, you come too, and don’t go overboard later and jeopardize harmony. Fellow Daoist Mo’s disciple isn’t one of the Ten Great Heterodox Foundation Establishment, so hold back accordingly."

As the two spoke again, tension filled the air.

Feng Jue glanced at the cold-faced Zuo Xin Kui, his heart swirling with killing intent, yet feeling somewhat apprehensive.

The cultivators from the Three Gates of Non-Life intended to embarrass Pei Wuxing today. If he killed Zuo Xin Kui, it would certainly give Pei Wuxing some satisfaction. Entering the Dark Evil God’s Cave Heaven, or earning other rewards, was practically assured.

Yet the hostility of these three Golden Core cultivators from the Three Gates of Non-Life was indeed unexpected for him.

Nonetheless, he had just sent food to Mu Chang’an and another person at Lengxi Mountain.

With those two present.

Han Li was there.

With Han Li there, he felt reassured.

...

After Pei Wuxing and others went upstairs, the Honored Guest Elders from Wind and Cloud Immortal City downstairs felt somewhat anxious. They could see the situation today and understood that a war might be imminent.

The Three Gates of Non-Life’s influence was great, far beyond just three Golden Core cultivators, and even though Wind and Cloud Immortal City had gained Master Du, the situation remained uncertain. If a battle truly occurred, what should their stance be?

Chen Li and his spouse exchanged glances, Han Li’s image flashing through their minds.

Had they known, they might have chosen to shut themselves in like Fellow Daoist Han, avoiding the limelight and the ensuing chaos.

As the cultivators below fretted, Wen Jiu had already seated East Spring Undying Bone at the top floor. A feeling of nostalgia arose as this was where Daoist Wei had once threatened him to become an Honored Guest Elder.

But returning now, Daoist Wei no longer even had the privilege of sitting, relegated to wait in a corner like a servant.

"Heart Puppet, go ahead and begin." After Pei Wuxing sat down, Mo Palace spoke without hesitation.

Pei Wuxing echoed, "Feng Jue, there will be great rewards for victory."

With those words.

Pei Wuxing and Mo Palace shared a glance, crossing swords mentally.

Feng Jue and Zuo Xin Kui also stared at each other, tensions high.

Wen Jiu quietly controlled East Spring Undying Bone from the side, observing as he awaited the Three Gates of Non-Life’s next move. After Feng Jue and Zuo Xin Kui flew out from the corridor at Hidden Pavilion and began to duel, Mo Palace retracted his gaze and turned meaningfully to East Spring Undying Bone.

"Mo Mou observes that Master Du doesn’t possess ordinary Corpse Cultivator presence; certainly, you come from a formidable influence. Forgive my impudence, may I ask where Fellow Daoist hails from?" Mo Mou hurriedly added, before retrieving a Black Jade Box from a storage bag, presenting it grandly before East Spring Undying Bone, "A small token of respect, if I may befriend Fellow Daoist, there will indeed be greater gifts in future."

Before Wen Jiu could respond, Pei Wuxing was angered first. Previously, he endured the humiliation for the Master of the Three Gates of Non-Life’s sake, but now Mo Palace sought to ally with Master Du right in front of him, and how could he stomach that?

"Master Mo, Fellow Daoist Du’s origins and destinations aren’t something for your Three Gates of Non-Life to concern yourselves with. Rather than poking into Wind and Cloud Immortal City affairs, why don’t you focus more on how to penetrate the Central Divine Fall Mountain Range."

Mo Palace returned with a smile, "Master Pei, why hurry? Haven’t we mingled plenty in the past? Weren’t the gifts for you generous? Master Du has come from afar; now the Far South is wholly under our Three Gates of Non-Life, so how is offering a present for our guest inappropriate?"

"It’s just not..."

Pei Wuxing’s words stopped abruptly.

Because Wen Jiu had already made East Spring Undying Bone accept the Black Jade Box, opening it directly.

A piece of Tier Three Black Blood Jade Marrow greeted their eyes, being a unique product from the Celestial Demon Sea, confirmed by the soul memory of the Yin Yang Cultivator. Black Blood Jade Marrow is produced beneath the Celestial Demon Sea, formed from the blood of countless water demons after thousands to tens of thousands of years of death, greatly aiding heterodox cultivators in refining divine sense.

About the size of a palm, its value undoubtedly exceeds tens of millions of Spirit Stones. Interestingly, he had seen several pieces at an auction in East Pole Immortal City, fiercely contested by multiple Golden Core influences.

"Fellow Daoist Pei, since it’s a greeting gift, I have no reason not to accept it, as it embodies their goodwill after all."

Pei Wuxing hesitated, his expression changing slightly.

Mo Palace and his companions exchanged smiles upon seeing this.

"Master Du, you are truly quite remarkable." Mo Palace commented with a smile, raising his wine cup, "Master Du, allow me to toast to you."

"Wait, those two came empty-handed?" Wen Jiu spoke again, "Coming empty-handed, are you disrespecting Du Mou?"

The Hidden Kill Sect Leader and the Jue Ying Sect Leader’s smiles faltered, momentarily lost for words, before Mo Palace could speak, Wen Jiu had already made East Spring Undying Bone reveal Golden Core Corpse Qi, expressing anger.

"Master Pei met me once, and there were two greeting gifts, including Tier Three Hundred Evils Essence Blood Pill, Earth Cold Corpse Pearl. Yet when the three of you meet me, there’s only one gift..."

Upon experiencing the terrifying Golden Core Corpse Qi from East Spring Undying Bone, Mo Palace and the others stiffened, their expressions dramatically changing.

A thought spontaneously arose.

Powerful.

Stronger than Pei Wuxing.

Even more powerful than the Master of the Three Gates of Non-Life.

Such a powerful Corpse Cultivator’s aura already rivaled the Middle Stage of Golden Core, then why would he come to such a remote place as the Divine Fall Mountain Range?

Why?

[First Chapter completed.

Second Chapter in the usual manner, at eight at night.

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