Chapter 456: Chapter 456 If I Can’t See You, You aren’t Trespassing

Meanwhile, the party from the Ming Clan finally arrived near Clear Moon City under the cover of night.

The towering city walls could already be seen in the distance, illuminated by countless lanterns that flickered like stars upon the earth.

Streams of cultivators and merchants continued entering and leaving the city gates despite the late hour, making the entire mortal appear lively and prosperous.

A luxurious black flying boat slowly came to a stop atop a quiet hill overlooking the city.

"We’re here, Master," an old servant said respectfully as he lowered his head.

A moment later, an extremely beautiful woman stepped out gracefully.

Her long black hair flowed behind her like a waterfall of silk, swaying gently with the night breeze.

She wore the dark robes of the Ming Clan, but instead of concealing her figure, the robes only enhanced her mature and seductive charm.

Her voluptuous body curved beneath the fabric with breathtaking elegance, enough to stir desire in almost any man who laid eyes on her.

Even the hardened servants nearby subconsciously lowered their heads, not daring to stare too long.

Her face was flawless and pale like jade, while her crimson lips carried a faint smile that seemed both enchanting and dangerous.

However, the most frightening thing about her was not her beauty, but her eyes.

They were cold and emotionless, like a venomous serpent patiently observing its prey.

The Ming Clan had clearly chosen the perfect person for this mission.

The woman slowly raised her gaze toward Clear Moon City in the distance.

Her eyes narrowed slightly as if she could already sense the countless experts hidden within.

"So this is Clear Moon City..." she murmured softly. "More ugly than I expected."

The old servant stood quietly beside her, not daring to interrupt.

Even after serving her for many years, he still could not predict her moods.

One wrong word could easily cost him his life.

"And everyone else?" the woman finally asked.

The old servant immediately straightened his posture.

"They’re hiding nearby, Master. The elders and the assassins are waiting for your signal. If necessary, we can surround the city at any moment and launch an attack."

The woman let out a faint chuckle, though there was no warmth behind it.

"That won’t be necessary for now."

She slowly walked forward, her black robes fluttering behind her as moonlight illuminated her stunning figure.

"Tell them not to move without my explicit approval," she said calmly. "If any of them acts on their own..."

A dangerous smile appeared on her beautiful face.

"...then perhaps I’ll skin them alive and add them to my collection."

The old servant instantly felt cold sweat running down his back. His face turned pale as he hurriedly bowed lower.

"I-I’ll inform them immediately, Master!"

The woman ignored his fearful reaction and continued staring toward Clear Moon City.

Her beautiful eyes seemed to pierce through the walls themselves.

The old servant quickly retreated several steps before taking out a communication talisman with trembling hands.

His master truly possessed horrifying habits.

It was no secret that she enjoyed preserving the skin of those she found interesting, turning them into grotesque trophies hidden inside her private chambers and something more when needed.

The night wind blew across the hill as silence descended once more.

The beautiful woman merely smiled faintly while gazing at the distant city, looking less like a human cultivator and more like a deadly demon preparing to enter its hunting grounds.

She went down on her own and descended gracefully from the flying boat.

Her old servant immediately stepped forward, clearly intending to follow behind her, but she lightly shook her head.

"Stay here. I’ll go alone. We do not need any further complications," she said calmly before turning away.

Without another word, she entered Clear Moon City by herself.

Night had already fallen, and the streets were illuminated only by countless lanterns hanging from shops and inns.

The dim golden light concealed her movements perfectly.

Like a ghost drifting through the mortal world, she passed through the bustling streets without drawing the slightest attention.

Although she remained unseen, her ears quietly listened to the conversations spreading throughout the city.

"Mentor Lin Feng really is unfathomable! He merely stood there and his enemies vanished into nothingness!"

"I heard he only needs to look at someone and they are already doomed. It’s definitely his eyes, I tell you!"

"We absolutely must not look directly into his eyes, or we’ll fall under his spell immediately!"

The people spoke with excitement and awe, mixing truth with wild exaggeration.

Hearing such ridiculous rumors, the woman could not help but smile faintly.

Mortals truly loved turning powerful cultivators into mythical beings.

Still, beneath her amusement, a trace of curiosity appeared within her beautiful eyes.

She continued forward at an unhurried pace.

Her dark robes fluttered gently in the night breeze while her alluring figure moved through the crowded streets like flowing water.

Before long, she arrived at the quieter district of the city where countless cultivators had already gathered.

Tents, spirit beasts, and carriages filled the surrounding area.

Many people had chosen to camp outside Lin Feng’s residence in hopes of catching a glimpse of the legendary man himself.

Some meditated silently, some discussed dao principles, while others simply waited with admiration written all over their faces.

The woman swept her gaze across the scene and inwardly sighed.

One man had managed to shake the entire city in only a short time.

Ignoring the countless spectators around her, she walked calmly forward.

The crowd unconsciously made way for her without even realizing it, as though an invisible force separated them from her path.

Step by step, she approached the residence.

Finally, after passing through the sea of people, she stopped directly before the gates of Lin Feng’s courtyard, only an inch away from entering.

The night wind blew softly, causing several strands of her long black hair to dance across her flawless face.

Her beautiful eyes quietly stared at the closed gates before her, carrying an emotion even she herself could not fully understand.