"This is what a real ancient forest should be. It's truly a treasure land!"

As the group ventured deeper into the Ancient Forest, Li Zuoyue couldn't help but make such an exclamation. The rest of them nodded in agreement, their eyes shining brightly.

The outposts of the Great Immortal Gates were all located on the periphery of the Ancient Forest. While the spiritual energy there was plentiful, it was clearly no match for this place. The air was filled with the fragrance of spiritual herbs and Precious Medicines. Even the wild grass by the roadside seemed to possess a spirit of its own, glistening under a misty, rosy aura.

"Senior Brother, which way do we go?" Ji Zidian asked, her stunning features filled with excitement as she blinked her bright eyes.

Innumerable Azure Sky Giant Woods filled the Ancient Forest, their canopies blotting out the sun and making it difficult to get one's bearings. A Cultivator could remember the traces they left behind, so they wouldn't get lost, but from their perspective, there was little difference which direction they chose.

Everyone's gaze fell upon Wang Xiu. They all looked to him for guidance. Not only was he the only one among them who had entered the Ancient Forest before and returned with a large haul of Spiritual Fruits and Precious Medicines—which he had generously shared with them—but more importantly, the events of the past few days had instilled in them a profound trust in him.

Almost all of them had already figured it out. This disciple of the Divination Sect, who was previously unremarkable in the Sanqing Immortal Sect and only had a minor reputation for being a good person, was actually hiding profound secrets and possessed extraordinary divine skills.

Wang Xiu pondered for a moment before activating the Supreme Sensing Chapter. Countless runes of light shimmered into existence around his body. A divine brilliance shone from his eyes, as if he could peer through all the world's secrets. A network of "qi," imperceptible to ordinary people, sketched itself out before him.

This time, Wang Xiu had chosen a direction he had never explored before. The vast region ahead of them had not been over-exploited. Opportunities were everywhere. But with over a hundred people in tow, ordinary finds wouldn't be enough to go around.

They needed a big score!

He pushed the Supreme Sensing Chapter to its limits, his perception stretching further and further. Eventually, he caught a few wisps of precious aura originating from distant areas in three different directions. In his senses, each wisp of precious aura concealed an astonishing opportunity, far surpassing ordinary Precious Medicines and spiritual herbs.

However, his Cultivation Level ultimately limited him. He couldn't perceive more detailed information about these opportunities, making it difficult to judge which was the most exceptional. This left Wang Xiu in a bit of a dilemma. It was different from when he had ventured out alone. Back then, the geniuses from the major powers had yet to emerge, and he could take his time sweeping up every opportunity he found.

But things were different now. If he chose one, he risked the other opportunities being snatched up by other prodigies and geniuses. He had to consider his options carefully.

Suddenly, he noticed Jiang Ling'er blinking her clear, lively eyes as she watched him.

How could I have almost forgotten about this little lucky charm?

Wang Xiu's eyes lit up as he gestured in midair. Mana surged forth, transforming into three arrows pointing in three different directions.

"There are significant opportunities in all three directions," Wang Xiu said with a grin. "Come... Ling'er, you pick one!"

Jiang Ling'er looked a bit stunned. Pointing at herself, she asked, "Senior Brother, you want me to choose?"

She grew nervous. Her decision would affect the fortunes of more than one hundred people from Sanqing; it was a heavy responsibility. What if I choose the wrong one?

Wang Xiu patted her head, smiling warmly. "Don't be afraid. Just pick one! You can even close your eyes and choose!"

The warmth from his palm spread through her little head. Her mind went blank, her eyes curved into crescents, and a sweet feeling blossomed in her heart.

Wow... Senior Brother is so doting! I don't care anymore! Come what may!

"Then... let's go straight ahead!" she said, biting her red lip as she pointed forward.

Nearby, the other Sanqing disciples watched the exchange and couldn't help but look at one another.

Why does it feel like Senior Brother Wang is coaxing a child?

Ji Zidian watched Wang Xiu's gentle gesture of stroking Jiang Ling'er's head, and a strange, sour feeling washed over her.

Do all men really prefer them younger?

「Back on the road.」

The wisp of precious aura was extremely faint, indicating that their destination was very far away. They would need to travel at full speed. Of course, that didn't mean they were so focused on the destination that they would ignore any treasures they encountered along the way.

"It's a Crane-Carrying Lingzhi!"

"The quality is exceptional! It could fetch three to four thousand Spirit Stones at the Vermilion Bird City auction house!"

Suddenly, one of the disciples exclaimed in joyful surprise, his eyes fixed on a particular Precious Medicine. The Precious Medicine grew on an Azure Sky Giant Wood. It resembled a Lingzhi, glimmering with a snow-white luster and shrouded in spiritual energy. Cloud-like patterns adorned its surface, indicating it was at least five hundred years old.

SCREECH—

Just then, the entire area darkened as if a great shadow had swept across the sky. It was accompanied by an overwhelming, malevolent aura. With a single flap of its wings, a fierce gale erupted, shredding countless Azure Sky Giant Woods within a radius of hundreds of yards.

The demonic crane was terrifyingly powerful. When its wings were spread, they could blot out the sun. It landed on the ground, its body as tall as a small hill. Its gaze was cold and disdainful—what blind little thing dared to touch the Precious Medicine it had guarded for so many years?

But when its gaze fell upon the neatly arranged group of over one hundred people, it froze. A human-like bewilderment appeared in its eyes.

What is this situation?

Wang Xiu stared at the demonic crane, his own eyes glowing. "Crane feathers and talons can be used for Artifact Refining, its meat can be used in medicine, and its heart is an excellent material for refining treasured pills. This thing... is a treasure from head to toe! Brothers, let's get it!"

"Kill!"

"Draw your swords!"

Li Zuoyue formed a sword seal with his fingers. More than twenty Flying Swords shot into the air, transforming into razor-sharp, seemingly invincible blades of light that slashed toward the demonic crane.

Xiang Tiange raised his Great Halberd and leaped high into the air. His qi and blood surged like a dragon or a great serpent, his power seeming to blot out the sky.

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