Chapter 851: West You Alliance

The Human World

"Did you two fellow daoists escape from Monster Island? What happened on Monster Island? Why did such an anomaly appear, causing the monster beasts to riot?"

The three men hovered above the sea, looking at the direction from which Qin Sang and his companion had come, and at the chaotic Monster Island behind them. Their expressions varied.

All three men were experts at the Core Formation stage.

The man in the center appeared to be a handsome, bearded gentleman in his fifties. Like Qin Sang, he wore a daoist robe and possessed an otherworldly aura. He was, in fact, a grand master at the late Core Formation stage.

The cultivation levels of the other two were also considerable.

It was not surprising; only cultivators of such formidable strength dared to travel in the Monster Sea at present.

It was the handsome, bearded gentleman who had spoken first.

Su Nü's cultivation was only at the Foundation Establishment stage, so the handsome gentleman's gaze swept over her without much notice, finally settling on Qin Sang, whom he subtly assessed.

However, his companion to the left, adorned in an array of jewels and seemingly a wealthy merchant, had a peculiar look in his eyes, staring intently at Su Nü.

Su Nü felt uncomfortable under the wealthy merchant's gaze and instinctively hid behind Qin Sang.

Qin Sang shifted his gaze and said, "My companion and I were originally hiding on a distant small island. We were startled by the anomaly on Monster Island and, when we came to observe, we were accidentally discovered by a horde of beasts. The situation was extremely perilous at the time. Fortunately, we retreated immediately when we saw the danger, and thus did not alarm the Great Demons on the island. As for what happened on the island, I am not clear either."

"Is that so? Our cave dwelling is also nearby, but we have never seen you two before."

The handsome gentleman looked towards Monster Island and seemed to believe Qin Sang's words to some extent.

A cultivator at the middle Core Formation stage, accompanied by a companion only at the Foundation Establishment stage, could hardly be expected to cause a major disturbance on Monster Island and escape unscathed.

Monster Island was vast and inhabited by Great Demons. The supreme ruler among them was extremely formidable, a being even he had to be wary of.

"May I ask for your names? Since you are hiding here, I presume it is also due to the monster uprising outside. My surname is Cang, and I am a member of the Western Gloom Alliance. When the uprising occurred, I was a step too slow and failed to escape in time. Later, our human territories were subjected to a bloodbath by beast tides, with no corner spared, and countless cultivators perished. Having no other options, I, like you fellow daoist, remembered that the most dangerous place can be the safest. I fled into the monster territories and found a deserted island to hide on."

At this point, the handsome gentleman paused, then continued, "Although we are temporarily safe, we live in constant trepidation, fearing the worst. Since we have met by chance, I intend to invite you, fellow daoist, to join forces. With more people, we will have greater strength and can support each other, offering hope to endure until the chaos subsides. This Fellow Daoist Liu joined us on our escape route..."

The handsome gentleman gestured towards the man on his right, introducing himself.

The Three Great Trading Alliances held extremely high prestige and influence within the Monster Sea.

The cultivator named Liu also spoke up, urging them to stay.

"Western Gloom Alliance?"

Qin Sang couldn't help but recall the young man from the Western Gloom Alliance who had died by his hand in the Seven Kills Hall.

He wondered if these three had any connection to that young man.

He still needed to rush to meet Immortal Yue, so he naturally wouldn't accept the handsome gentleman's invitation. Seeing that these people seemed to harbor no ill will, he felt relieved, cupped his hands in a polite refusal, and prepared to depart by activating his escape technique.

Just then, the wealthy merchant suddenly flew forward and whispered something to the handsome gentleman via a spiritual message.

The handsome gentleman's pupils constricted slightly as he gazed intently at Su Nü.

Seeing Qin Sang and his companion about to leave, the wealthy merchant felt a sudden urgency and called out, "Fellow daoists, please don't rush. I have a question I'm not sure if I should ask. Just now, I sensed a strange vital energy from this young lady, seemingly similar to the true demonic energy of ancient legends. Could it be that I was mistaken?"

"What if it is? What if it isn't?" Su Nü had long been displeased by the wealthy merchant's gaze and retorted impatiently.

Qin Sang hadn't expected the usually docile Su Nü to speak up suddenly. He didn't have time to stop her and glared at her sharply.

Although he didn't know how these people had discovered the true demonic energy within Su Nü, in this situation, it was clearly not the time for childish whims. It would be best to feign ignorance and avoid further complications.

"Fellow daoist, you must be mistaken," Qin Sang said, his tone unchanged. "True demonic energy is a power that only legendary ancient demons can control. Even Nascent Soul grandmasters of the demonic path cannot resist its erosion. How could she, a mere Foundation Establishment cultivator, possibly withstand it? This girl is inherently mischievous and spoke disrespectfully; I hope you won't take offense." He then made to leave.

"Fellow daoist, please don't misunderstand."

The handsome gentleman's expression remained calm as he slowly flew closer, patiently persuading them. "My junior brother harbors no ill will. The cultivation method he practices is similar to the young lady's. He merely wishes to exchange a few words with her. You two are fated to meet. With my junior brother's cultivation, advising the young lady would be effortless, and she certainly wouldn't be at a disadvantage..."

"Go!"

Witnessing this, Qin Sang knew the other party harbored sinister intentions. He grabbed Su Nü's wrist and activated a secret talisman.

Su Nü knew she had made a mistake and lowered her head, not daring to speak.

The two transformed into streaks of light, shooting across the sky like meteors.

A cold glint flickered in the handsome gentleman's eyes. He said coldly, "Junior brother, are you certain that girl has true demonic energy within her?"

The wealthy merchant nodded confidently. "Senior brother, you must have sensed it too; there's no mistake! Even if she doesn't possess the Nine Revolutions Yin-Yang Physique, the ability to devour true demonic energy is certainly extraordinary. The Alliance Leader has ordered us to search for the Nine Revolutions Yin-Yang Physique, but such a constitution is even rarer than a Heavenly Spirit Root. If we capture this woman, whether she has a special constitution or cultivates some ancient demonic art, and she proves useful to the Alliance Leader, winning his favor, then we, as brothers, won't have to worry about the spirit materials needed for our Nascent Soul breakthrough, will we?"

"Good! Pursue them! Fellow Daoist Liu, you heard him. If we can capture these two, our brothers will certainly speak highly of you before the Alliance Leader..."

The handsome gentleman and the wealthy merchant instantly vanished, chasing after them.

The cultivator named Liu hesitated for a moment, then also quickly followed in pursuit.

On Monster Island, the monster beasts were in utter disarray.

Outside the island, several streaks of light were engaged in a chase over the sea.

There was still some distance to the agreed meeting point. Qin Sang had been flying continuously for a long time, already greatly depleted. He had thought they were safe, but now they were being pursued by powerful cultivators.

Although this trouble was brought upon them by Su Nü, the Maoshan Vine and the teleportation talisman were both with Immortal Yue. For the sake of the treasures, he had to fully protect Su Nü, ensuring her safety and preventing her from being drawn into any conflict.

Qin Sang knew he could no longer hide his true strength and summoned the Twin-Headed Hou from his Concentric Ring.

The Monster Sea was fraught with dangers; he could not let Su Nü travel alone.

He had no choice but to order the Twin-Headed Hou to protect her and leave first, while he stayed behind to cover their retreat.

Su Nü, thrown onto the Twin-Headed Hou's back by Qin Sang, was utterly astonished. Only now did she realize how deeply hidden this mysterious daoist's true abilities were, to possess such a powerful spiritual beast.

"Protect her and go meet Immortal Yue..."

Qin Sang commanded the Twin-Headed Hou.

The Twin-Headed Hou let out a low growl. Azure energy swirled around its back, securely enveloping Su Nü, and it flapped its wind wings, soaring away at high speed.

Su Nü sat securely on the Twin-Headed Hou's back, but her eyes were glazed over, utterly devoid of spirit.