"Go to Prison Peak and see if we can find out the location of the Immortal Sect's headquarters." Yun Zhi beckoned, and several members of the Immortal Sect were uncontrollably suspended in the air, following behind Yun Zhi.
Yun Zhi thought for a moment and called Lu Yang over: "You come too, we might need you."
It hadn't been many days since Lu Yang last visited Prison Peak, and now he was back again.
Prison Peak was as always, gloomy and oppressive.
In the cell, Lu Yang saw the ancient Crossing Tribulation cultivator from the Three Realms Cave – the Blood Demon Venerable.
Now, the Blood Demon Venerable was only a soul, no longer as defiant as when they first met. Hearing the footsteps of the senior sister, he curled up in the corner of the cell, shivering.
The senior sister walked straight past him, not even giving him a glance.
The white-haired child pretended to be old and welcomed Yun Zhi and Lu Yang's arrival: "Little Yun is here again, who did you bring this time?"
Now Lu Yang knew that the previous sect master, the white-haired child, was called Tang Shengyi.
"Two deputy masters of the Immortal Sect and five high-ranking members."
"Goodness, you've caught some heavyweights. Have you raided the Immortal Sect's nest?" Tang Shengyi was somewhat shocked. His disciple was really capable.
"They all walked into the trap themselves."
At this time, Deputy Master Liu and Deputy Master Gao had woken up. Hearing Yun Zhi say this, they cursed loudly.
"The despicable Seek Tao Sect, clearly you tricked us into coming here."
"You guys are really bold, using the Crossing Tribulation Tofu Celestial as an undercover agent, infiltrating the Immortal Sect, and deceiving our trust!"
Obviously, Deputy Master Liu hadn't fully woken up yet.
Deputy Master Gao reminded him in a low voice: "Wake up, where did the Tofu Celestial come from?"
Deputy Master Liu was a bit confused: "Isn't it Lu Yang?"
Yun Zhi silently looked at Lu Yang, also wanting to know what dream Lu Yang had woven for Deputy Master Liu.
Lu Yang coughed, feeling embarrassed to tell the dream, and diverted attention: "Let's hurry up and question them. What tools do we need, chili water, tiger bench, or a water-soaked whip?"
The two deputy masters had been in the demonic sect for hundreds or even thousands of years. They were all ruthless people. Ordinary torture methods wouldn't even make them blink.
"Heh, young man, do you think you can make us reveal the secrets of our sect with these methods? Impossible!"
"The righteous path is ignorant and uninformed, even trying to stop us from resurrecting the Immortal. If the ancient era returns and the Immortal is not resurrected, who will protect us?!"
"Exorcising demons and eliminating evil, it sounds nice, but you don't realize that it's your actions that are ruining the future of the human race!"
The two deputy masters took turns mocking the ignorance of the righteous path.
"There's no need for such trouble." Yun Zhi stopped Lu Yang.
After asking the white-haired child to leave, she said to Lu Yang: "Fairy, come out and meet your believers."
A fairy appeared behind Lu Yang, as ethereal as a dream. The fairy was barefoot, with bright eyes and white teeth. Her skirt floated in the air, and she had an elegant demeanor and an out-of-the-world temperament.
"Are you two my believers?"
The Immortal Fairy was indifferent, her eyes as calm as an ancient well. She looked at the two deputy masters as if they were insects.
In the Central Continent, those who had reached the Fusion stage were important figures. In the sect, they were revered as ancestors. In the dynasty, they were high-ranking officials. In the martial world, they were mysterious legends. But in front of the fairy, they were nothing.
"Who are you?!"
The two deputy masters asked in a loud voice, trying to cover up their panic.
For some reason, they felt an urge to worship the fairy as soon as they saw her.
The Immortal Fairy laughed carelessly and said: "I am the Immortal Fairy."
"The Immortal Fairy?" The two deputy masters felt a chill in their hearts when they heard the Immortal Fairy's self-introduction.
Why did this title sound so similar to the Immortal? Was it a coincidence?
The Immortal Fairy continued: "You've been deceived. There has never been an Immortal, only me, the Immortal Fairy."
"Some people fear my resurrection and want to cover up my existence with the ridiculous title of 'Immortal'. How ignorant and laughable."
"There are no shortage of ignorant people in the world who believe in the rumors spread by the people behind the scenes."
"Fortunately, the Seek Tao Sect carries the mandate of heaven, and a person with great luck has taken on the cause and effect of resurrecting me, calling out my true name and resurrecting me."
The two deputy masters felt a chill in their hearts. This speech revealed too much information.
What did she mean by there has never been an Immortal, what did she mean by fearing the Immortal Fairy, and what about the Seek Tao Sect carrying the mandate of heaven and the person with great luck… It was terrifying to think about.
"So, are we actually worshipping you instead of the immortal?" Deputy Sect Leader Liu raised his head, looking at the sacred Immortal with fear and unease in his heart.
"Correct. You have been deceived. I am not a bloodthirsty and murderous being. The rumors of me taking pleasure in killing are baseless."
The Immortal advised, "To recognize one's mistakes and correct them is the greatest virtue. Now, if you tell this cultivator named Yun Zhi the location of the Immortal Sect's headquarters, there is still a chance to rectify all mistakes."
Deputy Sect Leader Gao suddenly asked, "Immortal, can you tell us your real immortal name?"
The Immortal nodded, her tone calm, revealing her true name, "My name is Huang Doudou."
The two deputy sect leaders were immediately excited, "I knew you were a fraud sent by the Seek Tao Sect! A dignified Immortal, how could she have such a name, it's obviously made up on the spot!"
"Caught you, didn't I? Huang Doudou, is your family in the tofu business?"
The Immortal exuded an intimidating aura.
If there were any cultivators in the Tribulation Crossing stage present, they would be able to discern that this was an aura surpassing the Tribulation Crossing stage, revealing the Immortal's identity.
Unfortunately, the two deputy sect leaders were only at the Fusion stage, ignorant of the true nature of this aura, only knowing that it surpassed the Fusion stage, but not recognizing it as the unique aura of an Immortal.
Yun Zhi gently advised the Immortal not to be angry, "Senior Immortal, there's no need to be angry. Your involvement was merely a hopeful attempt. Since they don't recognize you, I'll have to resort to some methods to make them reveal the location of the Immortal Sect."
The Immortal's expression finally softened, and she returned to Lu Yang's body.
Yun Zhi then said to Lu Yang, "My methods will be more brutal than last time. You're still young, it's better not to watch."
Upon hearing his senior sister's advice, Lu Yang shivered and obediently left the prison peak.
On the way back, Lu Yang kindly comforted the sulking Immortal, praising that her name was actually very nice and cute.
"Really?" The Immortal seemed pleased, it was rare for someone to compliment her name.
"Really, really!" Lu Yang nodded repeatedly.
Lu Yang looked up at the moon in the sky, recalling something, "Speaking of which, I don't know what time it is now, is it tomorrow yet?"
Just as Lu Yang was wondering, laughter came from not far away.
"Junior Brother Lu asked a good question. Coincidentally, it just passed midnight, it's already the next day!"
In other words, the Immortal was no longer the acting sect leader.
Senior Brother Ma Tianyang sneered, "Junior Brother Lu, did you enjoy your three days as acting sect leader? I heard that you have the physique of a celestial being and can challenge those above your level. I'd like to learn from you."
Like picking up a chick, Senior Brother Ma Tianyang lifted Lu Yang onto the stage.
Hearing that Lu Yang was here, more and more senior brothers and sisters rushed over, making Lu Yang's legs tremble.
"Immortal, you're responsible for this!" Inside the spiritual space, Lu Yang glared at the Immortal.
He had just comforted the Immortal, what a joke, she should be the one comforting him!
The Immortal guiltily turned her head away.
"This… this is also part of the trial."
(End of Chapter)