Chapter 1063: Annihilating Harm From the Cultivation Realm
“We’re from the same sect,” Liu Manxiang whispered, her voice growing fainter. “If you like me, take me. I’m willing… In fact, I had feelings for you at the Magical Herb Sect…” Her clothes loosened, revealing more and more skin.
Ye Mo regarded her coldly. Jing Yuzhen’s account seemed more credible. He didn't know Liu Manxiang, but their shared sect affiliation suggested she wasn't the type to endure humiliation for revenge. Jing Yuzhen's claim of seeking a Soul Condensation pill was more believable.
Seeing Ye Mo’s cold stare, Liu Manxiang's tone became even more pathetic, as if she hadn't just killed Jing Yuzhen. She turned, bending over and pleading, “Martial brother, I know you hate me. Beat me.” She then raised her skirt, revealing pink underwear.
Even Ye Mo felt a dryness in his mouth. He had to admit, this woman shamelessly exploited her body.
Suddenly, Ye Mo glanced toward Liu Manxiang and Jing Yuzhen’s point of origin. Clapping sounded. “You live up to your reputation. Doing this in broad daylight, by the roadside… I admire your audacity,” a voice said.
Ye Mo’s gaze sharpened. He recognized the approaching cultivator as Yuan Guannan, though his words were perplexing. Yuan Guannan was with Wen Caiyi; why was he here alone?
Ye Mo quickly understood. Yuan Guannan recognized him as Ning Xiaoma. A chill ran down Ye Mo’s spine. He’d used stealth and the Nine Transformations to avoid recognition, yet Yuan Guannan identified him. Did this mean Yuan Guannan knew all his disguises? How?
Yuan Guannan openly gazed at Liu Manxiang’s backside, seemingly enjoying the spectacle. Embarrassed, Liu Manxiang stood, but didn't bother to adjust her clothing.
“Martial sister,” Yuan Guannan said, his face serious, “Is this man forcing you? If so, tell me, and I’ll testify.”
“I… I… I…” Liu Manxiang stammered, her face crimson with apparent shame.
Ye Mo sneered. “On Earth, this woman would have won countless Oscars.”
Yuan Guannan nodded amicably at Liu Manxiang, then addressed Ye Mo. “Ning Xiaoma, not bad. You advanced from Nascent Soul state level three to level four so quickly. Everyone underestimated you; you’re no ordinary cultivator.”
He chuckled. “But Ling Xiaoshuang was right about you. Lust and shamelessness are one thing, but this… this is unprecedented. I suppose I must help annihilate a menace from the cultivation realm.”
Ye Mo simply held Zi Xu, ignoring Yuan Guannan’s pronouncements. He doubted Yuan Guannan's professed nobility.
His primary concern was how Yuan Guannan had recognized and located him. He'd drawn Zi Xu, intending to kill Yuan Guannan; he couldn't risk exposure. But Ye Mo knew Yuan Guannan wasn't easily dispatched. It wasn't that he couldn't kill him, but Yuan Guannan held higher status than Tian Aofeng. Killing him would create far greater upheaval.
Ye Mo wiped Zi Xu, saying, “Yuan, we’re alone. Save the theatrics. Many crave notoriety; you’re not unique. Don’t feign innocence. I know you have a reason for watching me. Ask your questions; I have one for you.”
Yuan Guannan laughed. “Regardless, you won’t live to hear the answer. But since you ask… I do have some questions. You want to know how I found you, correct?”
“Yes,” Ye Mo said.
“Because anyone I've seen once… never escapes me, no matter what magical artifact they use,” Yuan Guannan declared proudly.
Ye Mo frowned, skeptical. Even if Yuan Guannan possessed a unique ability, could he see through Stealth Sand, invisible even to Body Condensation state cultivators?
Seeing Ye Mo’s doubt, Yuan Guannan, knowing he didn't need Ye Mo's belief, asked, “While others fought over the Nine-Colored Lotus, you collected pond water. You must possess a powerful dimensional artifact, right? Otherwise, you couldn't have gathered so much water so quickly.”
Ye Mo was stunned. He hadn't anticipated such casual exposure. The scene was chaotic, yet Yuan Guannan had observed him. Clearly, Yuan Guannan had been watching for a long time, confirming his statement’s truth.
Ye Mo remained silent, aware Yuan Guannan hadn't revealed the full truth. He unsheathed Zi Xu. “Waste no more time. Fight.”
“Haha! You think you can fight me at Nascent Soul state level four? Arrogance breeds bravery. I’ll grant your wish and annihilate this harm to the cultivation realm!” Yuan Guannan raised a hand; a massive octagonal cauldron materialized above his head, spinning to create a wind wall. Then, an ancient spear appeared in his other hand, radiating killing intent. Countless souls had perished by this spear; it exuded a palpable aura of blood and murder. Ye Mo knew it wasn't Yuan Guannan’s original weapon.
The spear shot towards Ye Mo, the blood-killing energy seeming to freeze the air.
Liu Manxiang shivered. She'd planned to escape once Ye Mo engaged this new cultivator, having witnessed Ye Mo's power—slaughtering a Nascent Soul state level five like a chicken. This new cultivator was also Nascent Soul state level five, seemingly no match for Ye Mo. But the fight revealed her error.
The level five cultivator's power was astonishing. Even from a distance, she felt like she was being torn apart. Ye Mo might not win. Escape was unnecessary now; the battle would be spectacular. She'd find a better opportunity later.
As Yuan Guannan's spear pierced the air, Ye Mo felt his blood churn, as if he were about to vomit. Before he could register Yuan Guannan’s cultivation essence, he felt the surrounding space slow.
When the spear multiplied into countless shadows, locking Ye Mo's space, he recognized the move as similar to his Illusion Cloud essence-binding strike. While far from a complete spatial lockdown, it showed promise.
Clearly, Yuan Guannan didn't want a quick kill. Ye Mo sneered; Yuan Guannan underestimated him. Ye Mo swung Zi Xu, and the purple sword rays sliced through the essence wall like paper.