Chapter 370

Chapter 370: Did I Take the Wrong Path?

At this moment, the other waiting disciples on the warship turned their gazes toward the newcomer.

When everyone saw who had arrived, they were all taken aback! The earlier anger vanished completely.

If the person waiting had been a well-known senior from the sect, they would have been courteous. If it were a disciple of insufficient cultivation level, they would have mocked them.

But seeing that the newcomer was just a Foundation Establishment stage disciple, everyone fell into silence.

Soon, Ji Yang reached the front of the warship.

"Come on, hurry up and get on the ship! We’re on a tight schedule to head to Yuan Kong Mountain!"

Upon seeing Ji Yang approach, Elder Liu was the first to call out.

Yuan Kong Mountain clearly was the location of the Ancient Realm of Yuan Kong.

Ji Yang did not hesitate and directly boarded the warship.

Seeing that the ship was already crowded with many people, Ji Yang clasped his hands in apology and said,

"Brothers, I am truly sorry for the delay!"

After that, Ji Yang scanned the sect disciples headed to the Ancient Realm of Yuan Kong to see if there was anyone he knew, hoping for some familiarity.

However, after looking around, Ji Yang found not only did he not see anyone he recognized, but even the calm expression he usually wore seemed to falter a bit.

He thought there would be at most some Golden Core stage cultivators going, and perhaps a few Nascent Soul Stage cultivators at most!

Yet, even the Nascent Soul Stage cultivators did not worry him.

But when Ji Yang sensed the cultivation levels of the disciples on the warship, he felt a slight sense of unease rising within him.

Although these disciples wore inner sect disciple’s attire, each one had a low yet impressive cultivation level.

Mid Spirit Transformation, Late Spirit Transformation, Late Spirit Transformation, Void Refinement stage…

Among them, two individuals gave Ji Yang a notably dangerous feeling; their aura matched that of the three Heaven Demon Sect elders who had pursued him before.

Clearly, these two were likely at the late Void Refinement stage!

The key was that these two were not sect elders; their attire featured interlacing patterns of purple and gold that caught the eye.

What is this?

The Purple Gold Flowing Cloud Shirt that only true heirs of the sect possess?

There were only ten true heirs in the He Dao Sect, and these ten were the highest-ranking disciples in terms of cultivation level. Such honor was well-deserved for those at the late Void Refinement stage.

The only disciple with the lowest level among them was a Nascent Soul Stage cultivator sitting in a corner!

This disciple was quietly observing his surroundings, appearing somewhat restrained. By rights, his level was not low in the inner sect, surpassing eighty percent of disciples, and he could easily hold the position of steward.

But this disciple was hesitant to look around.

Only when Ji Yang stepped onto the warship did a hint of joy appear on his face.

What was on his mind didn’t need much explanation: he never expected there would be a disciple with lower cultivation than himself going to the Ancient Realm of Yuan Kong, which made him unable to resist slightly lifting his head, feeling considerably more at ease.

Didn’t he see that even Foundation Establishment stage cultivators dared to go? So why couldn’t he?

Could it be that he was to be outdone by a Foundation Establishment stage cultivator?

"Um, Elder Liu…"

After glancing around, Ji Yang showed a hint of hesitation.

"What’s wrong?"

Elder Liu asked with curiosity.

"Did I take the wrong place?"

Ji Yang replied candidly.

Elder Liu asked in surprise, "Aren’t you heading to the Ancient Realm of Yuan Kong?"

"Yes! I am!"

"Then you’re in the right place!"

Seeing Ji Yang nod, Elder Liu smiled, and the warship beneath their feet immediately flew towards the He Dao Sect!

Listening to what Elder Liu said, and recalling Ye Wuchen’s earlier words about "it’s time to set off," Ji Yang realized that he was genuinely on his way!

How frustrating!

As the warship departed, Ji Yang expressed his dissatisfaction, "Elder Liu, considering my cultivation level, isn’t it a bit too low?"

After saying that, Ji Yang revealed his cultivation level, displaying his mid Foundation Establishment stage for everyone to see.

To his surprise, Elder Liu merely looked impressed and said, "No wonder you’re Peak Master Ye’s disciple; indeed, you surpass your teacher! Peak Master Ye only reached mid Golden Core when he ventured into the ancient realm! You two are only one level apart; it’s not a problem!"

Elder Liu said with a warm smile, but he felt some confusion; he couldn’t understand why Peak Master Ye would send Ji Yang, a Foundation Establishment stage disciple, to the Ancient Realm of Yuan Kong. After all, that level was a bit too low for the ancient realm.

However, recalling Ye Wuchen’s reminder, Elder Liu still offered words of comfort.

After hearing Elder Liu’s reassurance, Ji Yang felt even more speechless. Did he really consider that to be surpassing one’s teacher? Peak Master Ye was mid Golden Core while he was just mid Foundation Establishment!

Yes, there was only one level difference, but it was a significant one!

As the warship flew further away, Ji Yang ceased his struggles. Clearly, Ye Wuchen had already paved the way; he had no choice but to go to the Ancient Realm of Yuan Kong.

Even if he ran back, Ye Wuchen would likely personally escort him in.

With matters standing as they were, Ji Yang opted not to overthink it. Besides, he was now at the late Spirit Transformation stage, so he was not the weakest among the disciples on the warship!

Looking around, aside from this warship, there were two other sect warships visible, indicating that there were more disciples heading there than Ji Yang had expected, and they were likely high-level cultivators.

With that in mind, it was clear that this Ancient Realm of Yuan Kong was not an ordinary secret realm, but rather a high-level secret realm.

Had he known this earlier, he would have researched relevant materials more thoroughly.

Now, he felt a bit lost, but it didn’t matter; the other disciples on the warship must know.

As Ji Yang pondered, other disciples on the warship cast curious and evaluating glances at him upon hearing Peak Master Ye’s name.

As elite inner disciples, they typically wouldn’t wander around the sect; either they were in seclusion, out training, or in special places. If it weren’t for the opening of this Ancient Realm of Yuan Kong, many of these disciples might not even meet.

Although they didn’t often roam the sect, they were very well-informed, and they were aware of the talented disciple Peak Master Ye had recruited two years ago.

They even heard about Ji Yang’s activities within the sect, though those matters seemed trivial to them.

Once they reached a higher level, they needed to train even harder and certainly wouldn’t challenge Ji Yang, as the gap in cultivation was too vast. Besides, Ji Yang had Peak Master Ye backing him; they wouldn’t dare bully him unless Ji Yang reached the same cultivation level as theirs!

But by then, they might have already reached even higher levels!

Though Ji Yang’s mid Foundation Establishment level surprised them, it was just that—surprising.

There were many geniuses in the sect, and Ji Yang was improving quickly, but dead geniuses were still just geniuses.

Moreover, Ji Yang was only at the Foundation Establishment stage, while they had already advanced to the Spirit Transformation and Void Refinement stages! The difference was too great, so even if he was talented, he would still need considerable time to catch up.

While they looked down on Ji Yang’s level, their expressions varied.

After all, Peak Master Ye’s strength was unfathomable; being at the late Void Refinement stage was indeed impressive, but a peak master was a level they could hardly reach.