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Chapter 130 The Mysterious Shadow of the Immortal Sect Emerges, New Powers of Spiritual Objects Stir

Inside the magnificent, golden hall, an ancient aura permeated the air as Dai Yao and the mysterious figure cautiously stepped inside. The opulent decorations shimmered with dazzling light, and the mysterious runes resembled ancient codes, instantly conveying a sense of solemnity. This solemnity seemed tangible, like a soft veil slowly enveloping them.

Before she could even exclaim in surprise, an aged voice echoed from the depths of the hall, like the tolling of an ancient bell, carrying an undeniable authority: "Who exactly are you?" An elderly man with white hair and a youthful face slowly emerged from the shadows; it was none other than the Elder of the Ancient Books Pavilion. His gaze was piercing, seemingly able to see through everything. His eyes, like burning flames, stared at Dai Yao and the mysterious figure, filled with scrutiny and suspicion. Under such gaze, Dai Yao felt as if she were being roasted by fire.

Dai Yao's eyes darted around, and she immediately put on a respectful expression: "Greetings, Elder. We are newly recruited disciples and have mistakenly entered this place. Please forgive us, Elder."

"Intruded?" The elder sneered, his voice like a cold blade slicing through the air. "How dare you trespass into this forbidden area? Do you know your crime?"

"Elder, please understand, we really were just..." Dai Yao wanted to explain, but was interrupted by the elder.

"No need for further words! This is a sacred place of the immortal sect, how dare you trespass at will! Considering this is your first offense, I will spare you this time, but if there is a next time, I will not let you off lightly!" The elder's tone was stern and left no room for argument. His voice echoed in the hall, striking Dai Yao's eardrums. "Leave immediately! Do not set foot in this place again!"

Dai Yao inwardly lamented her misfortune; she had finally found a clue, only to have it interrupted. She could hear her own heartbeat, pounding against her chest like a trapped animal. But she knew now was not the time for a direct confrontation; she could only retreat temporarily and think of another way later.

After leaving the main hall, Dai Yao felt frustrated. It seemed that the secrets of the immortal sect were not easy to investigate! What she didn't expect was that even bigger trouble was yet to come. Her mutated little spirit had somehow broken through to the early stage of the Golden Core realm. As soon as this news spread, it caused an uproar throughout the immortal sect.

"Have you heard? Dai Yao's useless spirit pet has actually broken through to the Golden Core stage!"

"No way? Wasn't her little spirit always... not very good? How could it suddenly be..."

"Who knows? Maybe they used some kind of evil trick!"

Seeds of jealousy took root in the hearts of some disciples, and rumors began to spread throughout the sect. Dai Yao became the target of everyone's criticism, with some even publicly accusing her of using evil magic. Hearing these rumors, Dai Yao was furious, her anger surging through her body. When she clenched her fists, she could feel her knuckles turning white, and the muscles in her palms tensing. It was truly a case of being caught in the crossfire! She hadn't done anything wrong, yet she had become a "wicked sorcerer" in the eyes of others.

"These people are just too much!" Dai Yao clenched her fists, a surge of anger rising within her.

"Yao Yao..." A gentle voice rang in Dai Yao's ears, like a clear spring flowing through the mountains. The mysterious figure's gentle voice was like a clear spring, soothing the restlessness in Dai Yao's heart.

"Yaoyao, don't pay attention to those clowns. The innocent will be proven innocent." He gently held Dai Yao's hand, and a warm current spread from his palm throughout his body. Dai Yao could feel the warmth spreading through her body like silk threads, which gradually calmed her somewhat flustered heart.

Dai Yao grasped his hand in return, giving him an affirming look. She was no joke; she was a woman who had seen it all, what was this little incident?

Dai Yao wasn't the type to sit idly by and wait for her fate. Since someone wanted to cause trouble, she wouldn't hold back! While Xiao Ling's mutation brought trouble, it also brought new opportunities. Xiao Ling had not only greatly increased in strength but also possessed a peculiar ability—the ability to sense abnormal fluctuations in spiritual energy.

"Let's go, Little Spirit, take us on a treasure hunt!" Dai Yao gave the order, and the girl, her spirit pet, and a mysterious bodyguard began their "adventure" through the immortal sect. Little Spirit leaped and bounded, scanning the surrounding spiritual energy fluctuations like a radar.

Suddenly, it stopped in an inconspicuous corner, squeaking wildly at the wall, its cries particularly jarring in the quiet. Dai Yao and the mysterious figure exchanged a glance, understanding dawning on them. There was definitely something fishy going on behind that wall!

Dai Yao channeled her spiritual energy and gently pushed against the wall, revealing a hidden door. The three filed in and discovered it was a secret chamber!

In the center of the secret chamber stood an ancient bookshelf, piled high with long-forgotten books. Dai Yao and Xiao Ling, as if discovering a new continent, excitedly rushed over. Xiao Ling sniffed one of the books and excitedly called out to Dai Yao. Dai Yao picked up the book and gently blew away the dust. Instantly, the dust danced in the chamber, like ancient spirits awakened. On the revealed, ancient cover, the four characters "Secret History of the Immortal Sect" radiated a mysterious light, as if telling a thousand-year-old secret. Dai Yao slowly opened the book; the pages rustled softly, like a low murmur of an ancient song. As she quickly browsed the contents, her expression gradually became serious, and the surrounding air seemed to tense with her emotions. This book contained subtle clues about the secrets of the Immortal Sect and the mutation of spiritual creatures!

It turns out that a momentous event occurred at the very beginning of the establishment of the Immortal Sect…

“It seems we are getting closer and closer to the truth…” Dai Yao closed the ancient book, a glint of light flashing in her eyes.

However, unbeknownst to her, danger was creeping closer...

"Yao Yao, be careful!" A mysterious figure suddenly blocked Dai Yao's path, looking warily towards the door.

With a loud bang, the door to the secret chamber was flung open by a powerful force, the sound echoing like thunder in the small space. A chilling voice came from outside: "I heard you have a mutated spirit creature here? Hand it over, and I'll spare your life!"

The door to the secret chamber was flung open, and a musty smell mixed with choking dust rushed out, almost making Dai Yao sneeze. The pungent odor assaulted her nostrils, and the dust felt rough against her face. The newcomer was dressed entirely in black, his face masked, revealing only a pair of sinister eyes, looking every bit like a low-life bandit from a folktale. Behind him followed several similarly dressed rogue cultivators, each with a menacing appearance, clearly not benevolent.

"I heard you have a mutated spirit creature here? Hand it over, and I'll spare your life!" The man in black spoke arrogantly, as if the little spirit was already his for the taking.

Dai Yao's inner monologue: This is it? This is what they think they can steal my Xiao Ling? Don't they know who I am?!

On the surface, she feigned weakness, trembling as she hid behind the mysterious figure, whispering, "This...this brother, we really don't have any mutated spirit creatures..."

The mysterious figure coldly glanced at the crowd, emanating a powerful aura that swept towards the rogue cultivators like a tangible storm, instantly silencing them.

"Get lost." He spoke sparingly, yet his words were full of domineering power.

The man in black was clearly intimidated by the imposing aura, but thinking of the immense temptation of the mutated spirit creature, he still gritted his teeth and said, "Stop trying to scare us! Brothers, let's go! We'll grab the spirit creature and leave!"

The rogue cultivators swarmed forward, but they clearly underestimated Dai Yao and Xiao Ling's strength.

At Dai Yao's command, "Xiao Ling, administer electrotherapy!" Xiao Ling squeaked excitedly, its body crackling with electricity as it darted away. Xiao Ling's body transformed into a bolt of lightning, weaving through the cultivators. Each flash was accompanied by a crackling sound, like sharp needles piercing their eardrums. The cultivators couldn't even catch a glimpse of Xiao Ling before being struck by the powerful current. After a series of crackling sounds, several cultivators collapsed to the ground, convulsing and foaming at the mouth, looking like a group of toads struck by lightning. The surrounding air still reeked of a burnt smell, pungent and strong. Dai Yao stood to the side, arms crossed, a smug smile on her face.

Upon seeing this, the man in black's expression changed drastically, and he pointed at Dai Yao, roaring, "You...you cheated!"

Dai Yao shrugged, looking completely innocent: "All's fair in war, is it my fault?"

The mysterious figure stood firmly in front of Dai Yao the entire time, as if none of this concerned him. His only responsibility was to be beautiful—or rather, to protect Dai Yao's safety.

At this moment, the elder of the Ancient Books Pavilion arrived upon hearing the news. Seeing the chaotic scene, his brows furrowed. Logically, he should have stopped Dai Yao from continuing to investigate the secrets of the Immortal Sect, but for some reason, seeing Dai Yao's obsession with the mutation of the spiritual object, and seeing no signs of harming the Immortal Sect, he did not intervene. He merely glanced coldly at the rogue cultivators lying on the ground and turned away.

"Elder..." The man in black wanted to say something, but was so frightened by a look from the elder that he dared not utter another word.

Dai Yao watched the elder's departing figure, lost in thought. That old man was acting strangely today…

"Yaoyao, let's continue." The mysterious figure's gentle voice pulled Dai Yao back to reality.

Dai Yao nodded, picked up the book "Secret History of the Immortal Sect," and began to read it again.

Suddenly, she pointed to one of the pages and said, "Look here, it records a place..."

The mysterious figure leaned closer for a look, his expression changing slightly: "The forbidden area of ​​Tian Shu Peak?"

Dai Yao pointed to the picture in the ancient book depicting towering peaks shrouded in mist and clouds, and rubbed her hands excitedly: "Fantastic! The forbidden area of ​​Tian Shu Peak! Just hearing the name, you can tell it hides a great secret!"

The mysterious figure frowned slightly, his slender fingers brushing over the words "Forbidden Land" on the page, his tone tinged with worry: "Yaoyao, the Forbidden Land is no joke; it's bound to be fraught with danger."

"What's there to be afraid of?" Dai Yao waved her hand dismissively. "Fortune favors the bold! Besides, I'm incredibly lucky, and with you here, I'm all set!" She winked at the mysterious figure, her eyes full of trust.

The mysterious figure smiled helplessly and affectionately ruffled Dai Yao's hair, saying, "You're always so optimistic." While saying this, he had already begun studying the ancient texts' records about the forbidden area.

Ancient records state that the forbidden area of ​​Tian Shu Peak has existed since the establishment of the Immortal Sect, shrouded in powerful restrictions, and no one can enter. It is said that the forbidden area hides the Immortal Sect's greatest secret, and also harbors immense danger.

To enter the forbidden area, you must find the key to unlock the barrier.

"The key? Where am I supposed to find that?" Dai Yao pondered, resting her chin on her hand.

At this moment, Xiao Ling, who had been quietly staying in the corner, suddenly darted over, pointing her paw at an inconspicuous symbol on the ancient book, and squeaked incessantly.

"Xiaoling, what did you find?" Dai Yao asked quickly.

Xingying also came closer, carefully examining the symbol, her expression gradually becoming serious: "This is... an ancient spirit rune!"

According to Xingying's explanation, this ancient spirit rune represents a special energy fluctuation, which is very likely the key to unlocking the forbidden area's restrictions.

"Wow, Xiaoling, you're my lucky star!" Dai Yao picked up Xiaoling and gave it a good ruffled rub. Xiaoling squinted its eyes comfortably and purred softly.

After finding the clues, Dai Yao and her group immediately set off for Tian Shu Peak.

As they approached the forbidden area, a powerful pressure swept over them, making it difficult to breathe; the pressure felt like a pair of giant hands tightly gripping their throats. The surrounding air became unusually heavy, as if something was about to burst forth from the ground.

Dai Yao took a deep breath, her eyes resolute: "Since we're already here, we have to give it a try!" She placed her hand on the stone tablet engraved with ancient spirit patterns and slowly infused it with spiritual power...

The stone tablet suddenly emitted a dazzling light, and the restrictions began to fluctuate violently.

The mysterious figure grabbed Dai Yao's hand and shielded her behind him.

He looked up into the depths of the forbidden area, his gaze profound: "They've arrived..."