Chapter 1338: Chapter 1294: Xuanyin Sect’s Plot (2)

On the way, Li Yuanshou specifically sought out Ye Guichen, whispered a few words, and told Ye Guichen to find him as soon as he went up the mountain and not to linger.

Ye Guichen nodded his head.

Seeing Li Yuanshou’s mysterious demeanor, he felt that Li must know something.

Qin Muge, Hua Nu, and Feng Chuchu all seemed to find it amusing.

They mingled in with the crowd, heading toward the Xuanyin Sect together.

A day later, the group arrived at the foot of a towering mountain.

This was the location of the Xuanyin Sect, Yuanhua Mountain.

Yuanhua Mountain stood a thousand zhang high, towering into the clouds.

Around them, Sword Cultivators soared with swords, making the new disciples’ blood boil with excitement.

"This is where the Xuanyin Sect is located!"

"It’s so magnificent, truly an Immortal Mountain!"

"I never imagined that one day I could become a disciple of the Xuanyin Sect, it feels like a dream come true."

"Haha, this is wonderful."

Ye Guichen didn’t forget Li Yuanshou’s words. Hearing everyone’s exclamations, he said to Qin Muge, "Mr. Qin, I’ll go find Elder Li first, you can stay here for now."

Though Qin Muge had seen much of the world, he had never seen such a grand mountain before, so he nodded in amazement: "Brother Ye, go ahead. I’ll find you later."

"Okay!" Ye Guichen glanced at Feng Chuchu, said no more, and turned to leave.

"Young Master, I feel something’s not quite right." As soon as Ye Guichen left, Hua Nu whispered into Qin Muge’s ear.

Qin Muge asked curiously, "What’s not right?"

"Look at the entrance up the mountain, there are many Xuanyin Sect disciples guarding it, each with a very solemn expression, as if they have no intention of letting us go up." Hua Nu pointed to the mountain entrance.

Qin Muge hadn’t thought much of it before, but upon hearing this, he looked over.

Sure enough, the place was heavily guarded, not at all like they were welcoming new disciples, but rather wary of something.

Furthermore, a few disciples wore cold smiles, as if they were looking at lambs to be slaughtered.

Though Qin Muge might be a bit naive, he was the prince of the Daqian Dynasty, not stupid, and actually quite clever.

He quickly scanned the mountain entrance and then looked around elsewhere.

Sure enough, all around, there were more disciples of the Xuanyin Sect.

Those disciples were not only fully armed, but they also carried weapons, in a posture ready for battle.

"Let’s just wait and see, we have Brother Ye, what are we afraid of?" Qin Muge laughed, not too concerned.

Since Ye Guichen went up the mountain, how could he ignore them?

Ye Guichen arrived at the entrance and sensed that the atmosphere was somewhat eerie.

"New disciples are not allowed to go up the mountain temporarily!"

As soon as Ye Guichen reached the entrance, someone stopped him.

His counterpart gave Ye Guichen a cold glance, as if looking at a dead man.

Ye Guichen raised an eyebrow: "I came to find Li Yuanshou, Elder Li, he told me to come."

"Elder Li?" The disciple snorted coldly, "Elder Li is currently discussing matters with the Sect Master, he doesn’t have time to see you now."

Ye Guichen had intended to force his way inside, but seeing everyone around watching him, he chose to move aside and watch the situation unfold.

Meanwhile.

Within the Xuanyin Sect Main Hall.

The high-ranking members of the Xuanyin Sect were all seated inside.

At the head was an elderly man with graying hair and beard.

The old man wore a black robe, appeared withered and skinny.

He glanced around at the others seated below, speaking in a light but sharp voice, "Li Yuanshou, report on the newcomers recruited this time."

Li Yuanshou stepped forward: "Sect Master, we have recruited a total of three thousand one hundred and five new disciples this time, none with any noteworthy background, except one who left a deep impression on me."

"Oh?" The Sect Master looked intrigued, "Tell me more."

"The person is called Ye Guichen, appears to be in his twenties, but is very generous and not weak in cultivation..."

Li Yuanshou then roughly recounted Ye Guichen’s previous feats.

After listening, the Sect Master laughed heartily and said, "Yuanshou, have you investigated his background?"

Li Yuanshou shook his head, "Currently, it’s not clear, but I’ve already asked him to come see me. If he is indeed related to some great family with spirit stone mines, then this is a big opportunity for our Xuanyin Sect."

The Sect Master nodded, "Indeed, we are determined to acquire that rare treasure from the Spirit Beast Sect this time, but we cannot be careless. As for this Ye Guichen, if he’s willing to hand over his spirit stones to our Xuanyin Sect, spare his life, otherwise, throw him to the Spirit Beast Sect."

Upon hearing this, Li Yuanshou immediately bowed, "Sect Master, Yuanshou understands, but what is the Sect Master’s next plan?"

"Our goal this time is clear, it’s the rare treasure from the Spirit Beast Sect. I’ve already dispatched some elite disciples to lurk near the Spirit Beast Sect. Tomorrow morning, arrange for these recruits to enter the range of the Spirit Beast Sect, saying it’s an entry assessment. Heh, these mortals are nothing but ants, they won’t know our scheme. Of course, to prevent any mishaps, keep this matter confidential for now, understand?"

Li Yuanshou nodded, "I understand, then I will go and make preparations."

"Mhm." The Sect Master waved his hand, signaling Li Yuanshou could leave, and then his gaze fell on some other high-ranking members, "Everyone, keep a close watch on your disciples, ensure no mistakes. Remember, if anyone notices anything amiss, eliminate them quickly, don’t let them affect our grand plan."