Chapter 645: I, Disciple of the Eternal Calamity Sacred Hall

Jiang Fan retracted his lightning.

Wang Chongxiao and the female disciple quickly cast their spells one after another. Eight Yin Corpses emerged from the ground and walls, returning to their sides.

After a quick inspection, Wang Chongxiao's face showed distress. Several Yin Corpses had been severely scorched by the lightning, their skin ripped open, and would require significant cost to repair.

Yin Corpses were indeed formidable, often possessing the ability to overwhelm enemies in groups. However, their drawbacks were equally obvious. Like all dark and sinister entities, they feared the righteous and positive energies of heaven and earth. Lightning was their greatest weakness. Unexpectedly, the young man before them was proficient in the Way of Lightning.

Jiang Fan said calmly, "It seems there are more than just two Yin Corpses, aren't there?"

Wang Chongxiao looked at Jiang Fan warily and said, "You have a powerful cultivator at the complete ninth stage of Core Formation. It's never wrong for me to be cautious, is it? Let me introduce you, this is my junior sister, Yuan Liping. May I ask your name, honored sir?"

Yuan Liping also cast a curious gaze at Jiang Fan. She couldn't quite discern his identity. Exploring a secret realm with two beauties by his side and using such advanced lightning techniques—which faction did he belong to?

Jiang Fan didn't say much. He simply took a casual step forward.

*Sizzle—*

He suddenly transformed into a bolt of lightning, appearing before them. This sudden move startled the two, making them hastily retreat. They both exclaimed in unison.

"The Six Heavenly Thunder Chapters: Shadow in the Clouds!"

The apprehension in Wang Chongxiao's eyes reached its peak: "Are you from the Myriad Tribulation Holy Temple?"

Yuan Liping's expression also changed repeatedly. Their worst fears had come true! Among the numerous sects and major powers outside their domain, the one with the strongest suppressing power over the Great Yin Sect was, without a doubt, the Myriad Tribulation Holy Temple. Especially their Six Heavenly Thunder Chapters, which were practically a bane to them. They never imagined this person would not only be proficient in lightning but also in the Six Heavenly Thunder Chapters: Shadow in the Clouds.

A small number of cultivators outside the sect had also practiced the Six Heavenly Thunder Chapters. But without the lightning cultivation resources of the Myriad Tribulation Holy Temple, it was difficult to achieve mastery. The young man before them, however, had cultivated to a state of profound mastery; it was estimated he had perfected even the second layer. It would be absolutely impossible to achieve such high attainment without the Myriad Tribulation Holy Temple's dedicated resources.

Furthermore, while various sects had gathered personnel to come here and capture the ancient giants, only the Myriad Tribulation Holy Temple had not mobilized. Instead, they had issued a notice stating that their personnel had been active in this area for many days already. Therefore, the two concluded that Jiang Fan was indeed from the Myriad Tribulation Holy Temple.

Jiang Fan also desired their misunderstanding. With this identity, his actions would be much easier going forward.

"My name is Lu Liang. I am on a secret mission with True Person Qinghe. You two just need to know that and please don't reveal our whereabouts," Jiang Fan said.

True Person Qinghe… Lu Liang? This matched the notice issued by the Myriad Tribulation Holy Temple. Combined with the masterful "Shadow in the Clouds," it was enough to confirm his identity.

"So it's Brother Lu," Wang Chongxiao immediately laughed heartily. "This truly was a case of our own people fighting each other."

Yuan Liping also instantly adopted a warm and enthusiastic expression. "Oh my, Young Master Lu, at such a young age, you have achieved such mastery in Shadow in the Clouds. You are destined to be a key cultivation target for the Myriad Tribulation Holy Temple in the future."

Jiang Fan cupped his fists and said, "We are all strangers in a foreign land; meeting here is truly fate."

Wang Chongxiao smiled, his gaze sweeping over Haima and Lingshu. He showed a speculative look. "And these two ladies are?"

Jiang Fan beckoned. Haima and Lingshu cleverly moved to stand on either side of Jiang Fan. Jiang Fan smiled and put his arms around their slender waists, saying, "It's not excessive for a disciple of the Myriad Tribulation Holy Temple to encounter some beauties who admire him while traveling, is it?"

Wang Chongxiao's mouth twitched. He was also a disciple of a great sect. Why was he accompanied only by a few cold corpses? Yet Jiang Fan could have two beauties, both of whom were stunning? How? Was he, Wang Chongxiao, not worthy?

Yuan Liping shot him a side glance and scoffed, "Senior Brother Wang, just save it. If you want to have two beauties like Young Master Lu, you first need a handsome face like his."

Wang Chongxiao snorted through his nostrils, his face filled with envy.

Haima felt a little uncomfortable. She only felt Jiang Fan's large hand, like a branding iron, unusually hot. However, she was older after all. And as Jiang Fan's servant, his intimate touch was only initially awkward. Then she allowed Jiang Fan to hold her. Her life belonged to him. What was the harm in a hug?

Lingshu, however, was completely flushed, her youthful and delicate body trembling continuously as Jiang Fan held her. Soon, she gradually felt weak. Her feet faltered, and her entire soft body collapsed into Jiang Fan's embrace.

*Damn it!* She's practically throwing herself at him!

Wang Chongxiao couldn't bear to watch any longer, so he turned away and said, "Brother Lu, let's focus on the main business first! After we're done, you and the two beautiful ladies can enjoy yourselves however you wish."

Yuan Liping also gave Lingshu a speechless look. She looked so delicate and timid, how could she be so bold? She retracted her gaze and looked at Jiang Fan, saying earnestly, "Young Master Lu, since we've met by chance, let's explore this great sage's tomb together."

Jiang Fan's eyes narrowed slightly. "Is this really a great sage's tomb?"

Wang Chongxiao said awkwardly, "On this point, I didn't lie to you. Ancient texts indeed describe that an ancient sage named Grandmaster Hongmo was buried here. However, it's merely a cenotaph."

Jiang Fan's mouth twitched. After all that, it was just a cenotaph. There wasn't even the sage's corpse inside. "If that's the case, what's the point of you excavating this place?" Jiang Fan asked.

Wang Chongxiao revealed a strange expression. "Naturally, it's to obtain the clothes Grandmaster Hongmo once wore. Brother Lu, are you underestimating a great sage? Others' cenotaphs might truly be just that—cenotaphs, utterly worthless. But Grandmaster Hongmo's cenotaph means it contains clothes he once wore. Clothes personally worn by a great sage, even stained with his blood, are no longer just clothes; they become a terrifying magical artifact."

Jiang Fan's heart trembled slightly. He then re-examined the surrounding array formations. He had to admit, he might have genuinely underestimated a great sage's cenotaph. Considering that the array formation here had been operating for a thousand years, its purpose was to seal Grandmaster Hongmo's clothes! How could it be something simple? Moreover, that Demon Emperor had been severely wounded and died tragically because of it. This further proved the might of these clothes.

"Brother Lu, if there are more than three relics inside, we'll each take one. No one will fight or snatch; we'll simply share the wealth peacefully. There's no need to fight to the death over this." Wang Chongxiao glanced at Haima, then at Jiang Fan, speaking very reasonably.

Jiang Fan nodded. "What if there are fewer than three?"

Wang Chongxiao said, "If there are fewer... I know of a place abundant with lightning. Cultivating there is absolutely no less effective than your esteemed sect's Myriad Thunders Cleansing Body technique. If Brother Lu gives up his claim to the relics, I can give that location to Brother Lu as compensation."

Although Jiang Fan didn't know what "Myriad Thunders Cleansing Body" was, he could tell it was an incredibly valuable resource. Wang Chongxiao actually possessed a similar lightning resource?

Jiang Fan stroked his chin. "Are your words trustworthy?"

Wang Chongxiao smiled slightly. "Rest assured, I can personally accompany you there. Once we reach the destination, it won't be too late to distribute the relics."

*Heh!* If that were the case, there would be too many variables.

"Just give me the location. If it's not as you say, I'll definitely come looking for trouble," Jiang Fan said.

Wang Chongxiao patted his chest. "Brother Lu, rest assured, 100 percent. Our Great Yin Sect lineage dislikes lightning power the most. We'd be glad if someone cleaned it up completely; why would we covet it?"

Jiang Fan nodded slightly. "Alright, then let's open this tomb together."

His eyes flickered. He still felt that these two were hiding some secrets about the cenotaph. But it didn't matter. He was doing the same.