Hidden evil intentions

When Li Fan found Zhao Shijie, she was watching Qin Shou compete with other Disciples of the Yuehua Lineage.

This Senior Brother Qin’s Cultivation was truly impressive; his earthen-yellow divine light could be used for both offense and defense.

At the Nascent Soul Middle Stage, he still moved with ease against a Nascent Soul Great Perfection Cultivator.

Moreover, his Qi was long and sustained, and he showed no change in expression even after continuously fighting for several hours.

All the Disciples under Zhang Wangshuang’s tutelage were defeated by him, not a single one able to win.

Furthermore, Qin Shou gave Zhang Wangshuang enough Face, with each match either ending in a draw or a hard-won victory after a prolonged battle.

Although Zhao Shijie’s Senior Brothers and Junior Brothers were defeated by him, they held no ill will towards Qin Shou himself; instead, they greatly admired his conduct.

Even Zhao Shijie herself, after witnessing Senior Brother Qin’s demeanor from the sidelines, occasionally had a sparkle in her eyes.

Li Fan, seeing this from a distance, couldn't help but curse inwardly: “Good thing I came out in time, otherwise the corner would have been dug out.”

He calmly approached his Senior Sister, gently taking her slender hand.

His Senior Sister paused slightly, looking at the suddenly appearing Li Fan, but she did not pull away.

“Is this the Senior Brother Qin of the Lianshan Lineage? He’s truly magnificent! I wonder when I’ll be able to be like him,” Li Fan said with a hint of envy in his tone.

Zhao Shijie had originally been a bit worried that Li Fan might be jealous after hearing rumors, but it seemed she had worried too much.

For some reason, while feeling somewhat relieved, she also felt a little disappointed.

However, she didn't show it. She smiled sweetly and comforted Li Fan: “Junior Brother, your diligence in Cultivation is also rare in this world. It’s not difficult to catch up to Senior Brother Qin’s pace.”

Li Fan didn't respond, only shaking his head slightly, sighing inwardly.

Seeing this, Zhao Shijie was immediately surprised and quickly transmitted a message, asking: “What’s wrong? Did you encounter any trouble during this seclusion?”

Li Fan then slowly said: “Originally, during this seclusion, I wanted to strike while the iron was hot and achieve Golden Core. However, whenever this thought appeared in my mind, my spiritual intuition would frantically warn me, as if doing so would lead to some monstrous disaster.”

Upon hearing this, Zhao Shijie couldn't help but frown. After a brief moment of thought, her brows relaxed, and she comforted him again: “Core Formation cannot be forced. Your premonition should not be wrong, which means the time is not yet ripe.”

“Hmm, I think so too,” Li Fan nodded.

Suddenly, he changed the subject: “Since entering the Sect, I haven’t left the mountain for several years. The Cultivation World is so vast and boundless, yet I’ve always stayed within the Sect, which is a bit like building a cart behind closed doors. Now that my Cultivation has suffered a setback, I plan to go down the mountain to seek an Opportunity for Breakthrough.”

“Junior Brother, you…” Zhao Shijie listened, her Face full of shock. Then she couldn't help but advise: “Down the mountain is not as peaceful as within the Sect. Not to mention the various Yao Beasts rampant everywhere, even those Loose Cultivators are not easy to deal with. For Spirit Stones and Cultivation Techniques, they can do anything.”

“Even Disciples of our Great Dao Sect have examples of mysteriously disappearing while traveling down the mountain…”

Li Fan interrupted her, his eyes resolute: “My mind is made up, Senior Sister, you don’t need to persuade me anymore. The Immortal Dao is long, and the path to longevity is difficult. If I don’t even have this much courage, how can I accompany you on the journey ahead?”

Hearing Li Fan’s blatant declaration of affection, Zhao Shijie’s pretty Face flushed slightly, and she held his hand even tighter.

At this moment, Qin Shou, who was competing on the stage and had once again gained an absolute advantage, seemingly on the verge of another victory, turned his head and saw Zhao Shijie’s affectionate gaze towards Li Fan. His mind instantly faltered. His Qi fluctuated and became chaotic, allowing his opponent to seize an opening, nearly defeating him.

A hint of gloom flashed in his eyes, Qin Shou forcibly withdrew his gaze and dealt with the battle on the arena.

And when he finally managed to turn the tide and achieve victory.

Zhao Shijie and Li Fan had already left, their whereabouts unknown.

Although Qin Shou wore a faint smile, the jealousy in his heart was already burning fiercely.

Seven days later, Li Fan left the Great Dao Sect, seeking an Opportunity for Core Formation.

Worried about Li Fan’s safety, not long after Li Fan left, Zhao Shijie also went down the mountain, using the excuse of seeking a Breakthrough Opportunity.

Her intention was so obvious that anyone could see it. But for some reason, her Master Zhang Wangshuang did not stop her. And she even bestowed upon Zhao Shijie a [Heavenly Mystery Guide], which could guide her towards an Opportunity at critical moments.

After leaving the Sect, according to the previously agreed contact method, Zhao Shijie quickly found Li Fan.

After using the Heavenly Mystery Guide, the two traveled southwest, crossing continuous mountain ranges, and arrived outside a ruin hidden deep within a dense jungle.

The two rested and decided to enter and explore tomorrow.

That night.

“Senior Sister, have you noticed anything unusual? It seems like someone has been secretly following us all along?” Li Fan feigned sleep, but secretly transmitted a message.

After a moment of silence, Zhao Shijie replied: “Could it be that you’re too suspicious? I haven’t detected anyone following us.”

Li Fan was very certain: “My premonitions have always been accurate. Senior Sister, do you remember, back in Great Green Mountain, on the day the bandits attacked the village, it was precisely because I suddenly felt uneasy that you accompanied me out to play and relax. That’s how we managed to escape a disaster.”

“This feeling is exactly the same as that time.”

Upon hearing this, Zhao Shijie was convinced by a few points.

“Then what do you plan to do?”

Li Fan snorted coldly: “Lure the snake out of its hole.”

The next day, just as the two were about to set off, they had a dispute over trivial matters.

The argument was very intense, and Zhao Shijie even said harsh words like, “You wouldn’t be where you are today if it weren’t for me? Are you getting angry with me?”

Li Fan’s expression was very grim. He immediately flicked his sleeves and walked into the ruins alone.

Zhao Shijie, in a fit of pique, did not immediately pursue him.

Just then, an inconspicuous flying insect followed Li Fan into the ruins.

When Li Fan was fighting the Yao Beast in the ruins, a Dao Sword light secretly slashed out.

It was about to kill Li Fan on the spot.

At the critical moment, a cold moonlight emanated from Li Fan’s body.

In the blurry light and shadow, Zhao Shijie’s graceful figure was vaguely visible.

Only at this moment, on the peerless Face of the beautiful woman, Killing Intent was awe-inspiring.

In the violent explosion, Qin Shou was forced to reveal himself.

“Senior Brother Qin, it’s actually you?!” The true body of Zhao Shijie and her Moon Shadow Clone, who arrived shortly after, surrounded Qin Shou, their Faces filled with disbelief.

“Infighting among fellow Disciples is a great taboo! Senior Brother, why would you do such a thing?”

Seeing that the matter was exposed, Qin Shou simply stopped pretending.

He uttered vulgarities, staring at Zhao Shijie, the lewdness in his eyes no longer concealed.