Chapter 1329: True Transmission Disciple

The Venerable Red Dust glanced at the chaotic surroundings, striking a pose as she said, "Young Master Jiang, why are you bullying a group of juniors? What's the fun in that? You might as well bully me instead."

The Eighteen Sons of Taicang had complex expressions. It turned out that, in the eyes of the demonic venerables, Jiang Fan was already considered their peer. Jiang Fan and the Eighteen Sons of Taicang were simply not on the same level. One was still mingling with the younger generation, while the other had long since become integrated with the venerables. It was astonishing that they had dared to challenge Jiang Fan; Jiang Fan even bothering to acknowledge them was giving them face.

"A spar would be quite good," Jiang Fan said casually.

Meanwhile, Venerable Desireless surveyed his surroundings with a hint of doubt. "Is this the Heavenly Secret Pavilion?" The other demonic venerables also looked on with curiosity. It didn't seem right. Jiang Fan was concurrently the Grand Sect Master of the Great Yin Sect, yet he was only the Deputy Pavilion Master of the Heavenly Secret Pavilion. Surely, the Heavenly Secret Pavilion should be a behemoth far surpassing the Great Yin Sect, shouldn't it? Yet, it was just an unremarkable small sect.

Just then, a grim voice echoed from across the sky. "Jiang Fan!" The six demonic venerables frowned, subtly shielding Jiang Fan behind them. From the sound of it, the newcomer seemed hostile. They couldn't stand by and watch Jiang Fan be killed; after all, Jiang Fan still held control over them.

The next moment, an elderly figure appeared in the sky; it was Venerable Sinister Heart. His face was grim as he arrived to confront Jiang Fan. But upon his arrival, his old eyes narrowed, and a flicker of surprise and doubt flashed within them. "Who are you?" How could there be six demonic venerables from the Great Desolate Continent? And two of them were at the Second Decline of Heaven and Man!

Venerable Desireless swept his gaze over them, realizing it was only a venerable at the First Decline of Heaven and Man, and his expression turned cold. "I am Venerable Desireless of the Demonic Abyss. Who are you?" Venerable Sinister Heart secretly gasped upon hearing this. The Demonic Abyss was the foremost sect in the Great Desolate Continent. He quickly descended, his grim expression fading as he said cordially, "I am Sinister Heart of Mount Young Emperor. Greetings, six fellow Daoists." Theoretically, he should have addressed Desireless and Red Dust as seniors. It was only due to the prestige of Mount Young Emperor that he could interact with them as peers. However, he should still have been polite and respectful.

"Mount Young Emperor?" The expressions of Venerable Desireless and the others shifted. No one was unaware of Mount Young Emperor's significance. Venerable Desireless did not dare to be presumptuous, saying, "So it's Fellow Daoist Sinister Heart. Is there a misunderstanding between you and Fellow Daoist Jiang?"

Venerable Sinister Heart looked at Jiang Fan, who was protected by the six demonic venerables in the center, and was secretly astonished. Six demonic venerables, treating Jiang Fan as an equal? With a surprised expression, he said, "I am Jiang Fan's master."

Jiang Fan was from Mount Young Emperor? Venerable Desireless suddenly understood. No wonder the Heavenly Secret Pavilion seemed unremarkable yet could surpass the Great Yin Sect. So, Mount Young Emperor was behind it. That explained everything. Jiang Fan truly kept his capabilities well-hidden.

Venerable Sinister Heart also asked curiously, "What brings you all to the Heavenly Secret Pavilion?" Venerable Desireless smiled and said, "Fellow Daoist Jiang and we hit it off, so we came to visit his sect before the impending catastrophe." He immediately took out three formation disks and said, "Fellow Daoist Jiang, this is a small token of our appreciation, a humble gift." Venerable Red Dust also took out the Red Dust Illusory Sound. The remaining four venerables successively produced valuable treasures. Jiang Fan was so delighted he couldn't close his mouth. Indeed, venerables were generous beyond measure. Every item was an invaluable treasure capable of protecting the Heavenly Secret Pavilion during the catastrophe. "Thank you, six fellow Daoists," Jiang Fan said.

Venerable Desireless breathed a sigh of relief. The "voluntary" task of looking after the Heavenly Secret Pavilion was now complete. He cupped his hands and said, "I hope the Heavenly Secret Pavilion can weather this tribulation. We also need to return and make our final preparations for the great war. Farewell!"

Jiang Fan's heart stirred, and he said, "Venerable Desireless, please wait. I recall you once mentioning that the Soul-Refining Venerable of your sect betrayed you and incited a female venerable to defect. Is that true?" Having finally found an enemy of the Demonic Witch, how could Jiang Fan let this opportunity slip by?

A glint flashed in Venerable Desireless's eyes. "You have information about those two?" Jiang Fan replied, "The Soul-Refining Venerable is dead, but that female venerable is still alive. Moreover, she is right here in our Taicang Continent."

"What?" Venerable Desireless's eyes revealed a murderous intent. "That vile woman stole the Replicated Demonic Eye of our Demonic Abyss! I was just wondering how to find her!" Immediately, he turned to Venerable Red Dust and said, "You all can go back first. I have something to attend to in the Taicang Continent." Venerable Red Dust and the others did not dare to linger in the Taicang Continent and bid their farewells.

Venerable Desireless said, "Fellow Daoist Jiang, do you have any information about her?" Jiang Fan's gaze flickered, and he said, "She once left a wisp of demonic energy on me. A compassionate senior named Venerable Evil Crow, not wanting her to find me, transferred that demonic energy onto himself."

Venerable Desireless understood. Finding Venerable Evil Crow might provide a clue. After confirming Venerable Evil Crow's location, Venerable Desireless took his leave.

Jiang Fan silently hoped the other party could find the Demonic Witch.

*Thud* At that moment, his shoulder sagged slightly. It was Venerable Sinister Heart's aged hand, resting on Jiang Fan's shoulder.

Jiang Fan's heart sank. He knew full well why Venerable Sinister Heart had arrived earlier with such murderous intent. Wang Chongxiao! Jiang Fan hadn't mobilized the Great Yin Sect or the Heavenly Secret Pavilion to search for Wang Chongxiao. That's why Venerable Sinister Heart was angered. He subtly pressed the jade box in his sleeve, ready to release the billowing demonic liquid within at any moment.

"Good disciple, you've certainly impressed your master," Venerable Sinister Heart said. To his surprise, Venerable Sinister Heart wasn't angry; instead, he was looking at him with an expression of utter wonder. "To actually interact with a group of demonic venerables as peers! It's truly incredible! None of the true disciples from Mount Young Emperor, even those of Heaven and Man's Second or even Third Decline, possess your abilities." He gazed at Jiang Fan, a hint of pride flickering in his eyes. Mount Young Emperor did not lack powerful individuals; many of them were unapproachable existences for Venerable Sinister Heart himself. However, none of their disciples could compare to Jiang Fan. Breaking into the Celestial Realm, confronting a Five-Star Giant King, befriending six demonic venerables. Which disciple could possibly compare? And Jiang Fan was his nominal disciple! If he brought Jiang Fan back to Mount Young Emperor, it would surely make those venerables envious.

Jiang Fan humbly replied, "It's all thanks to Master's excellent guidance." Seeing his humility, Venerable Sinister Heart grew even fonder. His eyes twinkled as he solemnly declared, "It was truly an injustice to make you a nominal disciple. From today onward, you are my true disciple, Sinister Heart's true disciple! If I survive and return to Mount Young Emperor, I will spare no effort to cultivate you and help you achieve the Divine Transformation stage!"

A true disciple? Jiang Fan felt no joy whatsoever; on the contrary, his mood grew heavier. Venerable Sinister Heart was such a tyrannical person that the deeper the deception he suffered, the more vicious he would become when the truth was revealed. At that time, not only would Jiang Fan be killed, but to vent his fury, he would also implicate the innocent Heavenly Secret Pavilion, slaughtering everyone.

"What, are you still clinging to the idea of having a master?" Venerable Sinister Heart's voice deepened slightly. "This Venerable cherishes you, which is why I'm taking you as a true disciple. Think carefully!" Jiang Fan's heart trembled, and he could only cup his hands and say, "Disciple Jiang Fan greets Master."

Only then did Venerable Sinister Heart reveal a smile. "Good disciple! You are my first true disciple; your master will not mistreat you! Come, let's go with your master to find Wang Chongxiao first and complete the Young Emperor's mission. Speaking of which, your master has always had a question for you." Venerable Sinister Heart looked at Jiang Fan, his aged eyebrows slightly raised. "I've heard people say that your actions in the Celestial Realm involved impersonating Wang Chongxiao all along. Is there any truth to that?"