Record of a Demon's Cultivation-Chapter 554: Jing Lie in Danger
Chapter 554 - Jing Lie in Danger
Translator: Cinder Translations
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"Why didn't you contact me when you received Shan Yue's message, and instead went directly to report to the family head?"
Xing Mo sternly questioned his daughter.
Xing Shan lowered her head, avoiding her father's sharp gaze.
"Father, you often teach me that the Xing family is the root, and we are merely the branches and leaves that depend on it. Everything we have comes from the Xing family. The rise and fall of the Xing family affects the fate of every member. I reported this to the family head. Was I wrong?"
Seeing his daughter unaware of the looming danger, Xing Mo grew anxious.
"The rise and fall of the Xing family concerns the two Nascent Soul ancestors and the Golden Core cultivators like us. What does it have to do with you, a Foundation Establishment cultivator?"
"Shan Yue managed to escape the Xing family's pursuit and even dared to return to Fangzhudao. Do you think she is someone easy to deal with? She exposed her whereabouts and actively contacted you. Do you think she is just thinking of your past relationship?"
"Why didn't you consult me first, and instead went straight to report to Xing Xingxiu? Do you really think Xing Xingxiu cares about you? He's only using you to draw out Shan Yue and the 'Anti-Xing Society' behind her, to earn more merit for himself. Your death wouldn't matter to him in the slightest!"
A trace of fear and concern finally appeared on Xing Shan's face.
"Father, are you saying that I might be in danger tomorrow?"
Xing Mo coldly responded, "Not possibly, but certainly."
"What should I do then?" Xing Shan instantly became anxious.
Seeing his daughter's worried expression, Xing Mo couldn't bear to continue scolding her.
"Don't worry. Tomorrow, I will secretly follow you. Come here, I will seal a bit of my spiritual power inside you. At a critical moment, it may save your life."
"But that will deplete your cultivation, Father."
"I don't have much time left to live. There's little chance of breaking through to the peak of Golden Core, so what harm is there in depleting a bit of my spiritual power!"
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Song Wen did not go to the Ghost Market, but instead arrived near Cloud Ridge Mountain.
According to Jing Feiyao, the Saintly Spirit Pill and other treasures from the Xing family's vault had been moved to Cloud Ridge Mountain.
Furthermore, since Xing Xinyu often stationed people there, there must be a great secret hidden in Cloud Ridge Mountain.
Song Wen planned to attempt an ambush on someone from the Xing family entering or leaving Cloud Ridge Mountain. By performing a soul search, he might uncover the secrets of the mountain.
Knowing there were Nascent Soul cultivators in Cloud Ridge Mountain, Song Wen did not dare to get too close. He hid about 300 miles from Cloud Ridge Mountain, along the path leading to it.
The wilderness night was quiet, with only the chirping of insects and occasional animal howls breaking the silence.
Song Wen remained hidden in a cave, waiting until dawn, but he did not see anyone pass by.
Suddenly, a sharp shout echoed in the sky above Cloud Ridge Mountain.
"You rat, stop hiding, come out! I've already detected you."
Xing Xinyu appeared like a ghost above Cloud Ridge Mountain, her eyes sharp.
The overwhelming aura of a Nascent Soul cultivator was fully unleashed, locking onto a mountain ten miles ahead.
Jing Lie slowly ascended from the mountain, his face solemn.
"Junior Jing Lie from the Jing family, paying respects to Senior Xing."
The powerful aura released by Xing Xinyu had locked onto him, leaving him with no way to escape.
Reluctantly, Jing Lie revealed himself.
A cold smile appeared on Xing Xinyu's face.
"I wondered who it was, turns out to be the top Golden Core cultivator of the Jing family. Why aren't you staying in your own Jing family to manage things, and instead come to Fangzhudao?"
"Senior, the Jing family's shop on Fangzhudao encountered some difficulties, so I came to deal with them. Today, I just happened to pass by here, not realizing that Senior was practicing here. My apologies for the disturbance, please be understanding." Jing Lie cupped his hands and bowed.
"Understanding? If you leave your life here, I won't pursue your mistake."
Jing Lie's expression tightened. He suppressed the panic in his heart and forced a fake smile onto his face.
"Senior, you must be joking! Our Jing and Xing families have always worked together harmoniously. Why would you take my life over such a trivial matter?"
"Joking? Hahaha..." Xing Xinyu sneered coldly.
"Jing Lie, do you really think the Xing family knows nothing about the 'Anti-Xing Society'?"
Jing Lie's face betrayed an undeniable look of panic and fear.
"Senior, please believe me. I have never heard of such a thing as the 'Anti-Xing Society.'"
"Still trying to deny it? Prepare to die!"
Xing Xinyu's eyes flashed with icy light. She wasted no more words with Jing Lie.
With a wave of her delicate hand, a gleaming flying sword shot out instantly, transforming into a silver streak aimed directly at Jing Lie's neck.
The flying sword tore through the air, its sword energy creating a fierce gust of wind.
Jing Lie felt a suffocating murderous aura bearing down on him. He rapidly dodged and summoned his life-bound artifact, the Flag of Wind Dragon, attempting to block the fatal blow.
The Flag of Wind Dragon danced, whipping up a violent gale!
However, before the Flag of Wind Dragon could fully activate, Xing Xinyu's flying sword closed in like a lightning strike.
"Ancestor, save me!"
Terrified, Jing Lie cried out in desperation.
As the flying sword was about to claim Jing Lie's life, a towering shadow of a giant ape, over a hundred feet tall, suddenly appeared in mid-air.
The ape raised a massive finger and lightly pointed at the incoming sword.
Though the motion seemed casual, it exuded an unparalleled might.
The moment the sword touched the ape's finger, it trembled violently. Its energy dissipated in an instant, and it was sent flying backward.
A booming voice emanated from the giant ape, like thunder echoing through the air.
"Xing Xinyu, members of the Jing family are not yours to slaughter at will."
Xing Xinyu's expression turned serious as she locked eyes with the giant ape.
"Jing Wuming, I didn't expect you to show up."
Beneath the ape's towering form, Jing Wuming's figure emerged.
He seemed unwilling to fight Xing Xinyu or perhaps was reluctant to escalate tensions with the Xing family at this moment.
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"Jing Lie already explained. We were merely passing through. Why must you press so aggressively, Fellow Daoist Xing?"
"Hmph! Jing Wuming, do you take me for a fool?"
Despite facing Jing Wuming, who was two minor realms above him, Xing Xinyu showed no fear.
Jing Wuming's eyes grew colder, his voice laced with a hint of killing intent.
"Xing Xinyu, don't push me to act."
"Do you think I'm afraid of you?"
A flash appeared at the center of Xing Xinyu's brow, forming nine transparent blades of light.
The blades shot through the air, hurtling toward Jing Wuming.
Focused Spirit Stab, Level Three!
"Courting death!"
Jing Wuming's gaze sharpened, though he did not move. A palm-sized jade token suddenly materialized in front of him.
The token radiated a silver-white glow.
The nine light blades pierced into the silver glow, their speed drastically reduced. Their brightness dimmed until they finally dissipated, as if they had never existed.
"With such feeble attacks, you dare strike at me? Utterly foolish!" Jing Wuming sneered coldly.
(End of the Chapter)
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