Shrouding the Heavens

Chapter 364 - 365 Modified Chapter 370 Looking Across the Jade Lake

365: Modified: Chapter 370, Looking Across the Jade Lake 365: Modified: Chapter 370, Looking Across the Jade Lake It had been a long time.

Ji Ziyue was just as before, with dimples when she smiled, sparkling little tiger teeth, and those large, crescent-shaped eyes, lively with a hint of playfulness.

“Where are you looking?” Li Heishui smirked.

Ye Fan’s face turned red.

He had unwittingly activated his Source Heaven Divine Sense earlier, but his X-ray vision hadn’t worked.

A thin veil, like a mist, shrouded Ji Ziyue’s Immortal Body, making her appear vague and indistinct.

He couldn’t fathom what it was.

Perhaps, as the Peacock King had said, Ji Ziyue possessed a special constitution.

Or maybe, as Little Moon herself often used to say, she carried a secret treasure.

“How did the Divine Silkworm end up in the Ji Family’s Little Moon’s hands?” Li Heishui was shocked.

Ye Fan was also stunned.

Ji Ziyue was holding the Golden Little Spirit, teasing it with a mischievous smile.

How did this sneaky little thing get caught?

Only when they approached did they understand what was happening.

The Golden Little Spirit had mistakenly eaten Stone Gallbladder Skin.

Its mouth had turned purple with bitterness, and it looked drunk; its large eyes were hazy, and it swayed unsteadily.

“Little sister, is this Divine Silkworm something we lost?” Li Heishui shamelessly approached, trying to trick her.

“I told similar lies when I was six,” Ji Ziyue replied crisply, mischievously continuing to tease the Divine Silkworm.

The Golden Little Spirit was repeatedly performing drunken fist moves, wanting to escape but unable to.

When it saw Ye Fan and Li Heishui approaching, its large eyes filled with fear.

“Don’t be afraid, little cutie, these two baddies won’t dare bully you.” Ji Ziyue gently scratched its nose, holding it in her arms.

Li Heishui was speechless.

He felt that the Ji Family’s Little Moon had a sharp tongue and it would be hard to gain any advantage over her.

He scratched his nose awkwardly and continued to walk forward.

Ye Fan also lightly brushed past the brother and sister, not lingering, fearing that if the divine body sensed anything, it would lead to great trouble.

The Ji Family’s Stone Workshop was bustling with people, far more lively than when he had last come.

“What’s going on?” Li Heishui was puzzled.

Someone nearby responded casually, “Rumor has it that the Ji Family’s Stone Workshop might have a Stone King.

Many people come here every day hoping to get lucky.” Is that true?

Ye Fan was surprised, not having expected the news to have spread.

“The Source Technique genius from last time…” As he spoke, the person noticed the two beside him and suddenly exclaimed in surprise, “Aren’t you…?!

He was extremely excited to have unexpectedly seen the very individuals he was talking about.

Through conversation, Ye Fan learned about the aftermath of his previous stone-cutting contest with Tuoba Chang.

They had both been crazily slicing stones, which led many shrewd elder figures to speculate that a Stone King might be present.

That day, the Ji Family had sealed the Stone Garden, allowing the Source Masters to slice stones one by one, hoping to find a peerless treasure.

“You don’t know!

The Ji Family suffered heavy losses.

They cut open more than half of the stones in the Stone Garden but found nothing.” A Source Technique expert asserted that even if all the Heavenly Price Rare Stones in the garden were cut open, the Stone King might not be found.

He speculated that perhaps it had already become a Holy Spirit, merely cultivating there.

After that, the Ji Family stopped cutting stones and reopened the Stone Garden, attracting many stone-gambling enthusiasts.

Ye Fan stroked his chin, quite speechless that such a storm had arisen.

Walking into the depths of the Ji Family’s Stone Workshop, many people recognized him, suddenly causing a commotion as everyone surrounded him.

“Brother Gu Feng, you came to the Ji Family’s Stone Garden again!

Are you chasing the Stone King?” “Little Brother Gu, surely you’re not going to have another world-shaking duel here?” …

Not far away, when the people from the Ji Family’s Stone Workshop realized Ye Fan had arrived, their faces all turned green.

The last time Ye Fan was here, he had swept through like a storm, taking away two large pieces of Divine Source and even cutting out a heaven-defying Divine Silkworm.

Now, seeing him arrive again, they truly wished they could lock the gates, release the hounds, beat him out immediately, and forbid him from ever entering again.

“They don’t seem to welcome us?” Li Heishui muttered obliviously.

“…” The people nearby were all speechless.

“Welcome you?

As if!” “I reckon the Ji Family members are having homicidal thoughts right about now!

You two little brothers had better be careful; after all, you cut out a great many rare treasures from here.” Some people advised them not to go too far.

After all, this was a Sacred Land Stone Pavilion.

If they kept targeting this one family, they might really push the Ji Family to the brink.

Ye Fan rubbed his nose.

Unwittingly, he already possessed the demeanor of a Heavenly Source Master; wherever he went, the faces of those from the Sacred Lands turned green.

“Everyone, I’m not here for stone gambling, no need to be so tense.

I’m just casually strolling,” Ye Fan explained with a smile.

Not far away, the people from the Ji Family’s Stone Workshop looked aghast.

They didn’t believe his words in the slightest.

Why else would he be wandering here if not to cause trouble?

Walking forward a short distance, Ye Fan saw a fat man bending over, rummaging among a pile of stones with his rear end sticking up.

Blast my Divine Eye!

That damn fatty is wearing bright red underwear!

Ye Fan exclaimed, feeling it was an unlucky omen.

As he walked in, using his Divine Eye to search everywhere for the Stone King, he naturally encountered some sights he would rather not have seen.

For those female cultivators, he could only silently apologize in his heart.

But seeing this fat man being so flamboyant left him somewhat speechless.

Wait, this damn fatty looks familiar…

Shit, it’s that son of a bitch Daoist Duan De!

Ye Fan was dumbfounded.

He had never expected this damned fatty to show up here.

Indeed, wherever there were benefits, that shameless Daoist was sure to appear.

Although Daoist Duan De had changed his appearance, he couldn’t hide from Ye Fan’s X-ray vision; his sleazy demeanor was laid bare.

Ye Fan really wanted to go over and kick his large backside, but he restrained the urge, not wanting to alert him, and walked away nonchalantly.

You damned fatty, you’d better pray.

If you dare to stay in the divine city any longer, I’ll make sure you suffer.

Ye Fan wandered around the Ji Family’s Stone Garden but found no Stone King.

He eventually left, allowing the Ji Family members to breathe a collective sigh of relief, as if they were sending away a god of plague.

Later, Ye Fan and Li Heishui arrived at the Dayan Sacred Stone Workshop.

As soon as they entered, they were recognized, causing the people of the Sacred Land to turn pale.

“Why do I feel like we’ve become the most unwelcome people?” Li Heishui muttered.

Ye Fan laughed and said, “You’re wrong.

They’d be very happy to have us as their honored guests; they just don’t want us appearing in their Stone Workshops.” Afterward, they entered several Sacred Land Stone Pavilions, and all reacted the same way.

Everywhere they went, the Sacred Land Stone Pavilions treated them as if they were facing a god of plague, eager for them to leave immediately.

Finally, Ye Fan and Li Heishui entered the Yaochi Stone Pavilion, their last stop for the day.

Ten thousand years ago, the Heavenly Source Master had left endless legends here.

Despite the passing years, some rumors still lingered.

The Yaochi Stone Pavilion was shrouded in mist.

Beside the Heavenly Stone Garden lay an Immortal Lake, also named Yaochi, sharing its name with the Sacred Land.

Suddenly, a female disciple from Yaochi approached, saying that the Yaochi Saintess invited Gu Feng.

Ye Fan’s heart skipped a beat, his expression subtly changing.

If anyone could guess his true identity, it would undoubtedly be the Yaochi Saintess.

By the Immortal Lake, there was an ancient forest, extremely quiet, with no one coming or going.

A hazy figure stood there, enveloped in faint mist.

Though they had met several times, Ye Fan had never seen the true face of the Yaochi Saintess.

Meeting her again, he intended to activate his Source Heaven Divine Sense and use his Divine Eye to see through her disguise.

However, at that moment, the Yaochi Saintess suddenly spoke.

Although her voice was like a Heavenly Sound, it sent a tremor through Ye Fan’s spirit.

“Should I call you Gu Feng, or Ye Fan?” “Fairy, what do you mean by this?” Ye Fan asked, looking at her calmly.

The Yaochi Saintess’s voice was magnetic.

“We entered the Taichu Forbidden Area together and competed for the Nine Secret Arts in Li State.

Back then, I knew you must have learned the Heavenly Source Book.” Ye Fan shook his head and said, “I believe you must have mistaken me for someone else, Fairy.” The Yaochi Saintess said, “Now, although your appearance has changed greatly, your Source Techniques have not.

You cannot change this fact.” Ye Fan laughed and said, “Fairy, what are you talking about?

I really don’t understand.

Many from the ancient Source Technique families are highly skilled.

Are all of them the person you are looking for, Fairy?” The Yaochi Saintess smiled and said, “You may have heard that the Heavenly Source Master of old was a distinguished guest of my Yaochi, revered as an External Dao Protector.

My Yaochi can recognize his Source Techniques.” Ye Fan smiled, still unmoved, shaking his head without speaking.

The Yaochi Saintess, as ethereal as a fairy, strolled leisurely through the ancient forest.

She casually pointed out the unique aspects of Ye Fan’s Source Techniques, striking at the core of the issue.

“Though Yaochi does not possess the Heavenly Source Book, it can recognize the unique Source Techniques described within.” Ye Fan knew that she had truly recognized him.

Back in the Taichu Forbidden Area, she had inferred from his Source Techniques that he had obtained the Heavenly Source Master’s legacy.

Now, she had confirmed his identity through those same techniques.

“What do you want?” As he said this, he activated his Source Heaven Divine Sense and looked forward, his eyes bursting with a purple glow.

At that moment, he saw through the mist and glimpsed a peerless, celestial face, a beauty that took his breath away.

According to widespread rumors, even a devout old Daoist would be tempted to renounce his vows upon seeing the unparalleled true beauty of the Fairy of the Jade Lake.

“You…

you’ve acquired the Stone Gall and cultivated the Heavenly Eye?

You’re not allowed to look at me!” The Fairy of the Jade Lake was clearly surprised, then became both embarrassed and angry, losing her usual composure.

“I haven’t cultivated the Heavenly Eye,” Ye Fan denied, but the purple glow in his eyes grew stronger as he stared unblinkingly ahead.

His expression betrayed him; anyone who suddenly saw such a flawlessly beautiful body would find it difficult to remain calm.

She was like the Nine Heavens Profound Lady herself, bathing in the mortal realm.

Her Immortal Body was snow-white and delicate, her curves flawless, like exquisite jade, enough to captivate one’s heart and soul.

Yaochi’s reputation was renowned throughout the world.

People from various Sacred Lands and Ancient Nobilities considered it an honor to marry a woman from Yaochi.

Unfortunately, few achieved this, let alone marrying their Saintess—that was absolutely impossible.

“You…” The Yaochi Saintess abruptly turned and floated into the forest, losing her usual composure.

Ye Fan’s eyes shone with purple light as he gazed at her retreating figure, murmuring, “Indeed, an unparalleled beauty.

Skin like cream, a national grace and divine fragrance.” Though it was only a view from behind, the graceful silhouette and the snowy, crystalline skin were enough to make one’s blood race.

Yet, Ye Fan only showed a slight smile.

In such a situation, he dared not entertain any blasphemous thoughts.

He only wanted to disrupt her serene state, thereby hoping to gain the upper hand in the upcoming conversation.

He knew she didn’t intend to attack him; otherwise, she wouldn’t have met him here in the first place.

The Yaochi Saintess heard his murmur.

Her body stiffened for a moment before she quickly vanished into the forest.

It seemed to take her a long time to calm down before her voice transmitted, “You are insufferable!”