The next morning, very early.
Tang Yu, whose face was even paler, got up early to prepare to leave this fragmented space.
If this continued, his body would really not be able to handle it.
He didn't even feel like making breakfast; after hastily getting ready, Tang Yu went to wake Ning Qingyan, who was still sleeping.
He gave her a few soft pats on the backside and whispered:
"Wake up."
Ning Qingyan, who was deeply asleep, took a moment to respond with a "mmm," and then sat up slowly in bed.
She rubbed her right palm, which felt a little numb, and said:
"Why does my hand hurt so much when I wake up?"
"Maybe you didn't sleep well."
Tang Yu thought: you complain about your hand hurting, and I feel like I've been squeezed dry!
"Are we going to look for the exit today? Shouldn't we eat something before going?"
Seeing that Tang Yu didn't even light the fire to cook, Ning Qingyan felt a little puzzled.
"No need. When I woke up this morning, I suddenly remembered that yesterday I saw a place that looked a little strange. Maybe it's the exit. We'd better go check it out quickly."
Tang Yu resorted without hesitation to his trick of deceiving. In reality, he had already confirmed the location with his mother-in-law, they just had to leave through there.
"Really? If we can go back today, then we..."
Ning Qingyan was about to feel happy.
But thinking that, once they left, they would return to their previous situation...
Her expression darkened a little. She stood up silently, put on her shoes, and followed Tang Yu out the door.
As they left the cave, the cold wind from the outside struck their faces.
Ning Qingyan didn't complain, as usual, about how cold and annoying the wind was.
After leaving today, maybe they would never again have such a peaceful life.
After walking for a while in the snow and wind alongside Tang Yu, Ning Qingyan couldn't help but call out to him in a low voice:
"Tang Yu."
"Hmm?"
Tang Yu was twirling his long wooden spear in his hands. A black bear walking through the forest turned around and fled upon seeing him.
"These days here have actually been quite happy."
Ning Qingyan said with a smile.
"And why is that?"
"Because there was nothing to think about, just eating well, sleeping well, and looking for the exit."
"Wasn't your life in the Maiden Sect peaceful too?"
"Not at all. Now in the sect..."
Ning Qingyan sighed as she mentioned that.
Because her master was obsessed with eliminating Tang Yu, many valuable experts had already been lost.
Now, many people in the sect opposed her master.
And as her master's most trusted disciple, she was stuck in the middle, in a very difficult position.
When did the harmonious Jade Maiden Sect turn into this?
"If you're not happy, then don't stay there. At most, find a place to cultivate in peace and live freely. Or make yourself the leader of the sect, so everyone gets along and does their own thing."
Tang Yu suggested with a smile.
Ning Qingyan gave a bitter smile, unsure of what to respond.
If someone else were the sect leader, maybe that would work.
But after all, it was her master. Without her, she wouldn't be who she is today.
Seeing that Ning Qingyan still had that doubtful expression, Tang Yu said no more.
Some things are enough to plant the seed; over time, they will grow on their own.
...
For the three great sects,
After being the first to enter the secret realm, each originally had its own well-laid-out plan.
But no one expected that in the end, all their plans would go wrong.
In this expedition, the number one expert leading the group from the Ten Thousand Swords Mountain, Elder Zhou, died and his soul dissipated.
When his soul tablet broke, the leader of the Ten Thousand Swords Mountain erupted in fury.
Because Elder Zhou was his best friend!
On the side of the Maiden Sect, the situation was even worse than that of the Ten Thousand Swords Mountain.
Two-thirds of the elders who entered died.
The main force suffered numerous casualties and deaths.
Even the master's beloved disciple of the sect, Ning Qingyan, disappeared without a trace.
An elder came out to report the situation.
Fang Meiyun's face looked as though Meng Zihao had kissed her forcibly.
With a gaze full of murderous intent, she stared intently at the exit, not even attempting to hide her thirst for blood.
The members of the Hehuan Sect waited in silence.
Tang Yu's spiritual plaque showed no issues, meaning he was still alive.
And after a thorough search of the secret realm, Nangong Ying's group failed to find Tang Yu.
So they decided to return to the exit and wait there.
After several days of anxious waiting, Tang Yu finally appeared before them.
Although he wasn't alone, he was accompanied by Ning Qingyan.
Seeing that Tang Yu was unharmed, everyone sighed with relief, and as they approached him, they surrounded Ning Qingyan with watchful eyes.
The Maiden Sect had tried multiple times to harm Tang Yu, and that debt needed to be repaid!
"Let her go, I'm fine."
Tang Yu gestured with his hand, indicating that they should not make things difficult for Ning Qingyan.
Ning Qingyan looked at him with a complicated expression and, after whispering "take care," left through the exit of the secret realm.
Seeing this somewhat ambiguous attitude, everyone exchanged meaningful glances.
Even Nangong Ying didn't feel jealous; instead, she was a little excited.
If her little brother managed to steal the most promising disciple of the Maiden Sect...
That would be a complete victory!
"Little brother, are you okay?"
She ran to Tang Yu, grabbing his arm and bombarding him with questions and care. Once his safety was confirmed, Nangong Ying happily went to tally the spoils.
The Hehuan Sect had had a good harvest this time. Just by looking at that mountain of spoils, she felt immensely happy.
"Ancestor master! It's been so long since we last saw you! Did you miss us?"
Zhao Dashun and Liu Facai, this pair of "hidden dragon and phoenix," approached with flattering smiles to greet Tang Yu.
Thanks to Tang Yu pointing them out by name,
they were able to enter the secret realm in the first batch and even lead a group. Their ability to "cling to a powerful leg" sparked envy among the other disciples.
"I didn't miss you. Go away."
Tang Yu replied reluctantly. What was he supposed to be thinking about two men?
Both of them gave an awkward laugh and hurried to report what they had obtained.
The Jindan stage disciple group had gathered quite a lot in the outer area, without suffering any casualties. This time, they had really stood out.
"Ancestor master, do you think we did well this time?"
After finishing the report, both asked in unison.
"This time, you did quite well. These two Extremely Tyrannical Spears are your reward."
Seeing that they had done a good job leading the group, Tang Yu took out two magical treasures and tossed them to them.
These two magical spears, called Extremely Tyrannical Spears, possessed incredible destructive power; otherwise, they wouldn't be worthy of such a name.
Upon receiving the reward, both were moved to tears and thanked him sincerely, then asked:
"Ancestor master, when we leave soon, the next disciples will enter. Should we leave some inside the secret realm to monitor and ensure we don't miss any valuable information?"
"Good idea. Do it that way."
Tang Yu praised them. This pair knew how to handle things.
Hearing his approval, both were filled with joy and began organizing the disciples in the golden core realm.
"Good work as explorers! Ancestor master will give rewards!"
The disciples in the golden core realm bowed with their fists and palms, then scattered to carry out tasks of exploration and information gathering.
Once the subsequent matters inside the secret realm were organized,
Tang Yu exited the door with the group and, as they flew toward the Hehuan Sect members, gestured with his hand:
"Other disciples, enter now."
Many disciples responded enthusiastically and rushed into the secret realm's entrance.
Just as they were leaving, the members of the Ten Thousand Swords Mountain and the Maiden Sect had already approached.
All eyes were fixed on Tang Yu.
This boy... he can't stay!!
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