Chapter 415

Chapter 415: Joining In

In an instant, the scene turned chaotic, with everyone finding their opponents, and the battle grew intense.

However, in this heated combat, Cui and his team clearly found themselves at a disadvantage.

The members of the Xuantian Sect were all at the Spirit Transformation Stage, while on the He Dao Sect’s side, Cui himself was only at the Middle Stage of Yuan Ying, and Ji Yang was still just a Golden Core Stage cultivator.

Together, they couldn’t even match a single Spirit Transformation Stage cultivator.

This caused significant pressure on the other three members of the He Dao Sect, who could only struggle to hold on.

Here, Ji Yang and Cui worked together against a Late Spirit Transformation cultivator, and their ability to withstand the pressure relied heavily on a treasure in Cui’s hand and the occasional powerful sword energy that Ji Yang unleashed.

“Junior Brother Ji, you’re making this very difficult for me! Use all your skills!”

In the midst of battle, Cui sighed at Ji Yang, his treasure becoming less effective.

Seeing this, Ji Yang decided not to hold back any longer; it was time to show some real skills.

Just as Ji Yang prepared to act, several more cultivators’ auras appeared in the distance. Instead of retreating upon noticing the fight, they got even closer.

The presence of unknown cultivators made everyone in battle slightly rein in their eagerness, as neither side wanted to face the repercussions of a conflict that allowed a third-party to benefit.

Soon, the newcomers arrived nearby.

While fighting, Cui and the others also cast fleeting glances at the approaching figures.

Upon seeing who they were, Cui’s expression brightened, and he shouted:

“Brother Shi, Brother Zhu! You’ve arrived just in time!”

The other three also showed joy because the newcomers were cultivators from the He Dao Sect and two of the members Cui had previously gathered.

Although their realms were low—one was at the Mid Spirit Transformation realm and the other at the Early Stage of Spirit Transformation—their arrival could change the course of the battle.

Even though the Xuantian Sect members had Secret Techniques to enhance their abilities, if they used them without managing to defeat Cui’s group, they would be at a disadvantage once the effect wore off.

Seeing Cui, the two quickly joined the battlefield.

This made Ji Yang, who was about to strike decisively against the opponent, hesitate again.

Well, he hadn’t encountered many He Dao Sect members in the lower levels of the secret realm, but he never expected they would all be in the middle levels.

It was fine to show off his skills in front of the cultivators from other sects, as not many would believe it when it spread, but he shouldn’t reveal too much in front of his fellow sect members.

His current realm wasn’t sufficient; Ji Yang still wanted to hold back a little.

The addition of the two new members caused Du Yuankang, who originally sought the Top-tier Spiritual Plant, to furrow his brows.

Especially as he saw the battle shifting subtly against him, Du Yuankang’s expression grew even darker.

After pondering for a while, Du Yuankang snorted coldly and decisively waved to the other members of the Xuantian Sect:

“We’re leaving!”

Clearly, he also knew that with their current strength, it was highly unlikely they could snatch the spiritual plants from Cui’s group. Continuing the fight would only lead to mutual destruction; it was better to give up early.

“Cui, I’ll let you go this time. I don’t believe you’ll have such good luck next time!”

As he left, Du Yuankang made sure to leave those words behind.

Seeing them retreat, Cui laughed heartily.

“Next time, it’ll be your turn. My luck has always been this good!”

After saying that, Cui felt completely relaxed. They didn’t lose the spiritual plant, and their team had gained two more fellow disciples, making their overall strength stronger. The upcoming journey in the secret realm would become even smoother.

“Brother Shi, Brother Zhu, I really appreciate your help this time.”

After fending off a few attackers, Cui turned his gaze toward the two newcomers and said joyfully.

“Senior Brother Cui, you’re too polite. We just happened to come across the message you left earlier, and that’s how we followed you. Fortunately, we didn’t arrive too late.”

After some pleasantries, they quickly understood the situation.

Knowing the reason, both of them looked at Ji Yang. Earlier, when they were on another warship, they hadn’t seen Ji Yang, but as a disciple of Peak Master Ye, Ji Yang’s name was more notable than they imagined.

Upon realizing Ji Yang was at the Golden Core Stage, they chose not to speak further.

At his age and with his background, he was undoubtedly talented, but he still had some distance to go, which didn’t concern them too much.

“By the way, Senior Brother Cui, what about that spiritual plant you mentioned earlier? I’ve never seen a Top-tier Spiritual Plant before. Why don’t you show it to me?”

Cui was taken aback and then replied,

“No rush. The magical fluctuations here have just been intense, and I fear other cultivators will arrive soon. Let’s find another place to talk.”

“Senior Brother Cui makes a good point.”

“Junior Brother Ji, the middle levels of the secret realm are full of dangers. It wouldn’t be wise for you to act alone; why not join us?”

Cui extended another invitation to Ji Yang.

“That sounds good.”

Ji Yang thought for a moment and nodded in agreement.

“Senior Brother Cui, here’s the spiritual plant.”

After moving to a safe location, Ji Yang took out the Top-tier Spiritual Plant he had just obtained and handed it to Cui.

The Top-tier Spiritual Plant was excellent, but unfortunately, it could no longer be replanted. Even with his powers, it wouldn’t work.

A spiritual plant that couldn’t produce Light Points wasn’t very useful to him.

Even if he could refine pills, he would need to find the formula for processing that spiritual plant, which would likely yield Blue Light Points. It wasn’t worth the trouble for Ji Yang.

Instead of keeping it, he preferred to return it to Cui. Moreover, he didn’t claim it for the sake of the Top-tier Spiritual Plant, and since he hadn’t had a chance to act, it wouldn’t sit well with him to keep it.

“This… I don’t think that’s right. I’ve already handed over this spiritual plant. Since you obtained it, it should belong to you.”

Seeing Ji Yang offer the spiritual plant, Cui hesitated, although his eyes were focused on the plant Ji Yang held.

Noticing Cui’s conflicting feelings, Ji Yang smiled and said,

“Senior Brother Cui, just accept it. If it weren’t for you and the other brothers, even if I had obtained it, I wouldn’t have been able to keep it. This is all thanks to you, so how can I keep this Top-tier Spiritual Plant?”

Hearing Ji Yang’s words, Cui was surprised. This Junior Brother Ji seemed different from his expectations. What happened to the proud attitude he had heard about?

But if that was the case, why hadn’t he shown it earlier?

Cui didn’t dwell on it, and then cupped his fists in acknowledgment:

“Since that’s how it is, I’ll graciously accept it. But Junior Brother, don’t worry; I won’t forget your share.”

This spiritual plant wasn’t solely his gain. If Ji Yang truly refused to hand it over, it would have been a bit tricky for him. After all, he had other senior brothers from the sect to think about, and this plant was acquired through their combined efforts.

Now that Ji Yang was willing to hand it over, it relieved him of much worry, and everyone felt pleased.