Chapter 751

Chapter 751: Pei Yunshan

"That should be the body of a powerful demon from the Demon Race," Shui Yingying said, gazing curiously at the mountain range they had left behind.

"You noticed it too?" Ye Yun chuckled, observing her puzzled expression.

"Of course! How could I miss such overwhelming demon energy? Lingling’s Stellar Body naturally resists external influences, so her weak perception is understandable. But my Nine Yin Body is overly sensitive to all auras," Shui Yingying replied with a bitter smile.

"Yet this makes you more attuned to sensing the Dao, while Ling’er can better embody it. You two are truly prodigies of the cultivation world," Ye Yun added.

"Even if we’re prodigies, neither of us could match you. Your combat power now could easily defeat Ling’er, yet you’re only at the Fifth Level of the Nascent Soul stage. Unbelievable," Shui Yingying retorted playfully.

Shui Lingling, growing impatient, interjected, "Who knows what dangers lie ahead? Shouldn’t you stay alert instead of chatting?"

"If trouble comes, Ling’er can protect us. With her here, no demon would dare approach," Shui Yingying teased.

"True!" Shui Lingling puffed her chest proudly.

"But facing too many enemies would still be tough," she muttered, suddenly noticing cultivators below. "Ye Yun, who are those people? How can they travel here in groups?"

"It means we’re nearing our destination," Ye Yun said, eyeing the alliance of Nascent Soul and Earth Immortal cultivators marching below.

"Finally! I’m exhausted from flying so long," Shui Lingling exclaimed, eager to reach the Seven Demon Heavens. She dreamed of seizing another Heavenly Immortal inheritance, confident she’d claim her share.

Ye Yun’s gaze shifted to a lone sword cultivator in the distance. Recognizing the jade-white Immortal Sword, he raised an eyebrow. The swordsman sensed his stare and slashed a sword arc toward him.

"Still so hot-tempered?" Ye Yun deflected the attack with a shockwave, smirking at Du Jianyin.

"So it’s you," Du Jianyin coldly eyed Ye Yun and the sisters. "Why are you here?"

"You attacked us first! Explain yourself, or Ling’er won’t forgive you!" Shui Lingling glared, unusually stern.

"I targeted Ye Yun. You’re beneath my notice," Du Jianyin dismissed her.

"Arrogant for a Sixth Level Nascent Soul cultivator," Shui Lingling shot back. "But I suppose defeating a First Level Earth Immortal like me is enough?"

Du Jianyin ignored her, turning to Ye Yun. "You’ve reached the Fifth Level?"

"Surprised? I’m more curious how you reached the Sixth Level," Ye Yun countered.

"I obtained a sword cultivator’s inheritance here. Did you gain a Heavenly Immortal inheritance?"

"Ye Yun was already at the Fourth Level when we met! Far stronger than you," Shui Lingling boasted.

"Your hidden cards are impressive," Du Jianyin remarked, recalling how Ye Yun had stabilized his cultivation after acquiring the Xumi Treasure.

"Your progress surprises me too. Luck favors us both," Ye Yun said. They tacitly set aside their rivalry, knowing grudges invited danger here.

"Who’d invite someone as temperamental as you?" Ye Yun laughed.

"They value my strength. But be cautious—they’re not easily controlled," Du Jianyin warned via spirit perception. Ye Yun nodded slightly, acknowledging the rare advice.

"Shui Lingling! Shui Yingying! The alliance leader tasked me with finding you. Imagine meeting here!" A handsome man in pale yellow robes approached, his voice soothing.

Shui Lingling retreated a step, blushing. "I… lost Master’s jade tablet and couldn’t regroup."

"Still so forgetful? Your sister hasn’t cured that habit," the man smiled, though annoyance flickered in his eyes—noticed only by Shui Yingying.

"This is Ye Yun! He helped us greatly," Shui Lingling quickly introduced. "He’s much stronger than me!"

"Thank you, Brother Ye. Join us in the Seven Demon Heavens," the man offered.

"Second Level Earth Immortal at such a young age? Remarkable," Ye Yun said, recognizing Du Jianyin’s warning target. The man’s noble demeanor explained Shui Lingling’s shyness.

"Elder brother’s talent is unmatched, but I’ll soon reach the Second Level too!" Shui Lingling declared.

"Then we’ll help you ascend quickly," Pei Yunshan replied, probing her cultivation with spirit perception. His eyes briefly darkened upon confirming her claim.

"Demonic energy erodes his composure," Shui Yingying realized, her suspicions confirmed.

"Even if I advance, I could never surpass you, elder brother!" Shui Lingling insisted cheerfully.

Pei Yunshan turned to the crowd. "Let us welcome new allies to our Demon-Slaying Alliance!"

As cheers rose, purple-robed cultivators eyed Shui Lingling hungrily. She hid behind Shui Yingying while Ye Yun stepped forward. "Keep staring, and I’ll make you regret it."

"A Nascent Soul ant dares threaten us?" a frail man sneered. "Leave, or we quit this alliance!"

Pei Yunshan, initially amused by Shui Lingling’s fear, grew stern. "Lingling, come out. They mean no harm."

"Please don’t make me," she pleaded.

"Respectfully, elder brother, cease this," Shui Yingying warned coldly.

"Even junior sisters defy you?" Ye Yun mocked.

"Must I repeat myself?" Pei Yunshan’s patience waned.

Before the frail man could taunt further, a thud silenced him.