Chapter 107: Want me to back down because it’s tough? (Second Update)

At the foot of the mountain belonging to the Profound Yellow Sect. Some Jianghu People, who had acted ahead of others, had already figured out the location of the Profound Yellow Sect and had gathered there early on, lying in wait.

They did not know that Xu Nian was manipulating all this from behind the scenes.

Their purpose in coming to the Profound Yellow Sect was simple.

It was for the Black Dragon Dagger.

How could such an obscure, small Sect be qualified to possess the Black Dragon Dagger, one of the Nine Dragon Keys? Such a marvel of Jianghu belonged to them all!

However, after arriving at the Profound Yellow Sect, they discovered something amiss.

To be precise, they realized why the Profound Yellow Sect had the Power to retain the Black Dragon Dagger.

Stench!

It was overwhelmingly stinky!

The entire area at the foot of the Sect’s mountain was utterly permeated with an indescribable stench.

Among those who roamed Jianghu, most were men.

As the saying goes, "stinky men, stinky men."
loss.

Maybe we should wait a bit?

Chen Xuanfeng began to hesitate.

Just then, on the distant Official Road, a carriage approached at an unhurried pace.

Surrounding the carriage were numerous experts exuding strong auras. The two middle-aged men driving the horses, in particular, possessed terrifyingly powerful presences.

Grandmasters?! If Grandmasters are driving the horses, who could possibly be in the carriage? The Jianghu People guarding the area also looked puzzled.

Chen Xuanfeng, having rather good judgment, knew these people were not to be trifled with and led his men to step aside and observe.

A few less discerning individuals drew their weapons and moved to intercept.

But before they could get close, the escorts surrounding the carriage swiftly struck.

BANG!

SWISH!

In the blink of an eye, those imprudent Jianghu men were cut down, their lifeless bodies falling to the ground.

This display served as an effective deterrent.

The carriage passed by the crowd and stopped a short distance away.

Clearly, the stench had blocked their path as well.

"This damn stench is too much, isn’t it?"

"GAG— It’s the first time in my life I’ve smelled something this foul."

"Should we also back off a bit?"

"Don’t be nosy! Don’t forget our identities—GAG—"

"..."

This carriage had indeed come from Fengxiang Prefecture City. Specifically, it was the one carrying Shen Rongyin.

Zhou Yuntong had brought back Old Man Wang’s Corpse and relayed Xu Nian’s message.

An infuriated Shen Rongyin had then personally led her people to the Profound Yellow Sect.

It had to be said that Xu Nian, by killing her man, had essentially slapped Shen Rongyin in the face.

Naturally, Shen Rongyin would not swallow such an insult.

However, when they arrived at the foot of the Profound Yellow Sect’s mountain, they too were overwhelmed by the stench and could not advance.

Zhou Yuntong had never mentioned that the Profound Yellow Sect had such a tactic.

"Let’s back off," a cold, slightly strange voice said from inside the carriage.

Heaven’s Defect and Earth’s Lack immediately turned the horses and retreated, with the others following closely behind.

What a setback! They hadn’t even ascended the Mountain, and the stench had already forced them to retreat. It was too embarrassing to even mention.

By the time they retreated to where the other Jianghu People were gathered, the stench was less intense, and Everyone finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Heaven’s Defect scanned the surrounding Jianghu People. "My Lady," he said, "there are Jianghu People all around. It’s best if you don’t show yourself."

Although they were mostly of lower Realms, the strongest being only First-Grade Martial Artists, their numbers were considerable.

If chaos erupted, he and Earth’s Lack wouldn’t have to worry about themselves, but Shen Rongyin’s safety would become a major concern.

Inside the carriage, Shen Rongyin frowned slightly and asked softly, "Why have they come here?"

Earth’s Lack said thoughtfully, "They are probably here for a Nine Dragon Key. One of the Nine Dragon Keys is Inside the Profound Yellow Sect. They likely intend to join forces to seize it."

Hearing this, Shen Rongyin couldn’t help but sneer.

Trying to snatch something from that Seventh Prince? Were these Jianghu People tired of living, courting death?

"Is there no way to ascend the Mountain?" Shen Rongyin asked coldly. "I do not wish to waste time here!"

Ascend the Mountain? The stench at its foot was a significant obstacle. Those in the Grandmaster Realm could block their breathing and charge through, but it would be impossible for Shen Rongyin. So many Jianghu People were already stuck here. How could an Ordinary person like her, devoid of Internal Energy, possibly make it up?

Earth’s Lack sighed, "This matter is perhaps... My brother and I can ascend, but Your Ladyship might not be able to."

This was too devious! Had the Profound Yellow Sect done this intentionally? When Zhou Yuntong and the others went up, wasn’t the path clear? Why, now that she had come personally, was there suddenly such a barrier at the foot of the Mountain? Were they trying to give her a show of force, to intimidate her?

Inside the carriage, Shen Rongyin clenched her teeth, her fair hands gripping each other tightly.

At this moment, she wished she could strangle Xu Nian.

This prince, who had brought her such humiliation, was clearly targeting her.

Fine! He wanted her to back down in the face of difficulty? She absolutely refused to leave!

"Heaven’s Defect," Shen Rongyin said through gritted teeth, "go up there yourself. If he doesn’t allow me to ascend, break his arms and legs and drag him down!"

Earth’s Lack, who was driving the horses, gestured to Heaven’s Defect beside him.

The two understood each other implicitly, a single glance conveying the meaning.

Moreover, with Earth’s Lack present, the surrounding Jianghu People wouldn’t dare to approach.

The next moment, Heaven’s Defect leaped up. Circulating his Internal Energy to hold his breath, his figure forceful and swift, he charged up the Mountain.

"He’s gone up! That Grandmaster Realm expert went up!"

"Heaven’s Defect and Earth’s Lack? What are they doing here? Could it be that someone important from the Shen Family is in that carriage?"

"I heard Heaven’s Defect and Earth’s Lack escorted an Imperial Consort from the Capital City. The one in the carriage must be the Eldest Miss from the Shen Family who married His Majesty."

"People from the Imperial Court? We’d better be careful not to be misunderstood by them."

"..."

The Jianghu People recognized Heaven’s Defect and Earth’s Lack and immediately chose not to provoke them.

There was no way around it. These were people they couldn’t afford to provoke. Earth’s Lack alone could slaughter them all here. A Grandmaster Realm expert wasn’t just a title; it signified genuine, formidable ability. Heaven’s Defect and Earth’s Lack had been renowned for many years. They were once wanted by the Imperial Court and had only survived thanks to the Shen Family. Even so, they weren’t individuals these Jianghu People could easily offend. Avoiding them was the wisest course of action, especially since the Eldest Miss of the Shen Family was in the carriage. The Ten Great Clans all recruited numerous experts, and the Shen Family was no exception. There was no need to risk their lives over something so trivial. They could forget about the Black Dragon Dagger. Staying alive was what mattered most.

Chen Xuanfeng was reasonable enough to realize there was no chance of obtaining the Black Dragon Dagger now, especially since the Shen Family had arrived. What use was there in competing further?

Promptly, he led his men away from the Profound Yellow Sect, their direction suggesting they were heading towards Celestial Origin Mansion.

Seeing the Flying Fish Gang members leaving, the other Jianghu People also knew their hopes were dashed and began to hastily pack up and retreat.

Let the Shen Family deal with the tough nut that was the Profound Yellow Sect. They would head to Celestial Origin Mansion first and try to connect with the person who possessed a Nine Dragon Key. If they managed to get noticed, perhaps they could even team up to search for the Nine Dragons Secret Treasure, right? After all, when you’re alive, you can’t just stake everything on one failing venture...

Earth’s Lack, hearing the movements around them, calmly said, "My Lady, they have all left."

Inside the carriage, Shen Rongyin’s face was cold. "Ignore them," she said. "I came here personally this time. That Luo... Xu Nian cannot refuse to meet me! If certain accounts aren’t settled clearly, it will be a lingering problem—not just for me and the Shen Family, but even for you two brothers!"