Saint Emperor Devourer of Heaven

Following the fake Provincial Governor and the others out of the underground tunnel, they emerged into a mountain forest.

Jun Wuxie looked back, his gaze passing through the trees, faintly discerning Yuan City.

This place was located in the mountains behind Yuan City, no longer near the city itself, separated by a certain distance.

The terrain here was very complex and extremely precipitous, with the forest filled with thorny plants and the like.

Even cultivators dared not be careless around these poisonous thorns; those with lower cultivation levels could easily have their protective immortal罡 pierced.

The toxins had a strong toxicity to the body, and once struck, one would likely never leave this mountain forest, buried here.

According to the map memory in his mind, this place was the Poison Thorn Ridge marked on the map, located in the mountains behind Yuan City.

This place was relatively dangerous and rarely visited; only a few creatures immune to the toxins of the thorns were active in this area.

Humans would not come here.

Firstly, this place did not produce any resources, and secondly, it was extremely dangerous.

Therefore, Poison Thorn Ridge was basically untouched by humans.

The fake Provincial Governor and the others had high cultivation levels and were naturally unafraid of the poisonous thorns; as they traveled through the Poison Thorn Forest, none of the thorns could break through their protective immortal罡.

Jun Wuxie quietly followed behind, twisting and turning, the geographical environment becoming increasingly complex and varied, gradually arriving at a hidden canyon within Poison Thorn Ridge.

The environment within the canyon was very gloomy, the trees inside blocking the light, resulting in insufficient illumination.

Upon entering the canyon, there was a sense of coldness, making one feel somewhat apprehensive.

There seemed to be no creatures here; along the way, he had not seen any living things, not even poisonous insects.

This canyon, apart from being a bit gloomy, seemed unremarkable.

However, the entrance to the White Bone Yin Cave was located here.

At this moment, the fake Provincial Governor and the others had stopped in front of a nearly black pool of water.

The pool was about several dozen zhang in diameter, the water along the edge of the pool being light green, becoming darker towards the center, and at the very center, the water appeared to be inky black.

Of course, it was not that the pool water was truly inky black, but rather that the center was too deep, causing it to appear inky black visually.

Jun Wuxie discovered that the source of the coldness in the entire canyon, in addition to the lack of light, mainly came from the pool.

The pool was still, the surface of the water as calm as a mirror.

The fake Provincial Governor and the others stood near the pool, carefully looking around, observing the surroundings.

Subsequently, the fake Provincial Governor casually cast a wisp of Dao纹.

The Dao纹 disappeared into the pool.

Before long, there seemed to be a response from within the pool; from the depths of the pool, a wave of water surged upward, with a splash of water emerging in the center of the pool.

The mirror-like pool, its stillness broken, ripples of water spread around.

A figure rushed out of the pool and landed steadily on the shore.

"Military Advisor, why have you come in person? Has something happened?"

The person who came up was wearing armor, not the armor used by the soldiers of the Provincial Governor's Mansion, but the specially made armor of the Valiant Army.

"Have there been any abnormalities these past few days?"

The fake Provincial Governor said.

At this time, Jun Wuxie in the dark realized that the true identity of the fake Provincial Governor was actually the Military Advisor of the Valiant Army.

"Military Advisor, rest assured, there have been no abnormalities.

This place is hidden, and the White Bone Cave is special; Xing Gu'an and the others are being held inside very securely."

"This Military Advisor has come because I fear unexpected events, and I have come specifically to inform you.

The methods of the Immortal Treasure Pavilion cannot be underestimated.

This pool of water is special; if I do not come here in person, I cannot convey the message to you.

If I do not come, it would be even more inappropriate, after all, they may have already learned of this place through the Immortal Treasure Pavilion; it just depends on whether they know the approximate location or the specific location.

This Military Advisor must bring the message to you before them."

"Military Advisor, who are you talking about?"

The person who came up from the depths of the pool looked surprised.

"The Eldest Princess, and that Yuan Chu, as well as Princess Anping, the only daughter of the Prince of Qin."

Upon hearing this, the person could not help but be stunned, "Hasn't the Minister of War already come? Could it be that this matter has not been finalized in the imperial court?"

"It must be the Immortal Treasure Pavilion that revealed the news to the Eldest Princess, which is why she brought Yuan Chu and Princess Anping to the Eastern Frontier.

Now, it is also the Immortal Treasure Pavilion that has revealed the location where Xing Gu'an and the others are being held to the captain of the Eldest Princess's guards.

These past few days, are you sure that the White Bone Yin Cave under the pool has not been discovered?"

"Military Advisor, this humble general guarantees with my head that no one has noticed the White Bone Yin Cave.

After all, the pool water is special; standing on the shore, it is impossible to know the situation below.

If someone enters the pool, the pool water will definitely fluctuate, and we will definitely be able to detect it below.

This humble general guesses that the Immortal Treasure Pavilion has only found the approximate location, at most this valley."

"Hmph, even if they only know this valley, the White Bone Yin Cave may still be exposed.

This pool of water has a cold air; once you come to this canyon, the pool will inevitably be noticed.

Once they go into the water to investigate, they will be able to discover the White Bone Yin Cave."

"What does the Military Advisor mean? Should we move Xing Gu'an and the others elsewhere?"

"No, why should we move?

The higher-ups have instructed that the Eldest Princess and Yuan Chu, as well as Princess Anping, must be left in the Eastern Frontier and not allowed to return to the capital alive.

Furthermore, their existence will create obstacles to what we are doing.

Therefore, they must die.

It depends on who has come to this place this time.

You can just use the White Bone Yin Cave to deal with them and let them die inside."

After the fake Provincial Governor finished speaking, he took out an ancient black bell.

"Military Advisor, what is this?"

The person felt curious when the fake Provincial Governor handed over the bell.

"This thing is called the Soul-Controlling Bell, and it was given to this Military Advisor by the adult of the mysterious force, just in case.

I originally thought you wouldn't need it, but I didn't expect it to actually be used.

When this Soul-Controlling Bell is shaken, it can control some of the souls of the white bones in the White Bone Cave.

At that time, you can use this to deal with the Eldest Princess and Yuan Chu and the others.

Remember, this Soul-Controlling Bell can only drive the corpses on the first level of the White Bone Yin Cave.

You can lead them into the center of the first level, but be sure not to go to the second level!"

"This humble general has remembered.

Military Advisor, this humble general is very curious, what exactly is on the second level of the White Bone Yin Cave?"

This general was filled with a desire to know about the second level of the White Bone Yin Cave.

When escorting Xing Gu'an and the others here, the Military Advisor had warned them not to go to the second level of the White Bone Cave, and not to go deep into the first level either, only to stay at the entrance of the first level, at most at the edge.

"This Military Advisor also does not know what exactly is on the second level of the White Bone Yin Cave.

This was instructed by the adult of the mysterious force, and he did not elaborate.

In short, just remember it; never go to the second level, or you will lose your lives.

According to the adult of the mysterious force, even the first level of the White Bone Cave, as long as you control the corpses, can deal with experts in the Primordial Realm; the corpses on the second level must be even more powerful."

"This humble general understands!"

That general shuddered, and when he thought of the scene in the White Bone Cave, he felt a chill in his heart.

That place was really terrifying, too gloomy and horrifying.

These days, they had been staying at the entrance, not going deep, and just seeing a corner inside from the entrance made their scalps tingle.

It was not just the visual impact, but also the influence of the environment below on their hearts.

In fact, he did not understand in his heart.

Why did they have to imprison Xing Gu'an and the others in a place like the White Bone Yin Cave?

With the abilities of the mysterious force, couldn't they control Xing Gu'an and the others?

They should have methods to completely control their minds, right?

That way, the Military Advisor would not have to impersonate the Provincial Governor.

However, he did not ask the doubts in his heart.

He knew very well that some things were not his to ask; he only needed to obey orders and act, that was his duty.

"Alright, I estimate that it won't be long before the Eldest Princess and Yuan Chu and the others come to this place.

This Military Advisor must return as soon as possible, and must not meet them."

Having said that, the fake Provincial Governor said to the people around him: "You few stay behind.

Remember, try to bury the Eldest Princess and Yuan Chu in this place as much as possible.

If you can't do it, then at least make sure that neither you nor Xing Gu'an and the others fall into the hands of the Eldest Princess.

With the Soul-Controlling Bell, if you encounter any changes, you can escort Xing Gu'an and the others to the deepest part of the first level of the White Bone Yin Cave.

With their abilities, they should not be able to enter that area."

"Yes, we guarantee to complete the task; this humble general is willing to make a military pledge to ensure that the Eldest Princess, Yuan Chu, Princess Anping, and the others will come and never return, turning into corpses in the White Bone Yin Cave!"

… …

At this time, the fake Provincial Governor had already returned alone.

Jun Wuxie, through the Primal Chaos Incarnation, informed Liang Wan'er of the location here.

He did not let Qin Keqing come, nor did he let Jinse come.

She was an Immortal Emperor, and it was not good for her to participate; a White Bone Yin Cave did not require someone of her level to take action.

Liang Wan'er, after obtaining the accurate location, immediately took her guards out of the city.

The Primal Chaos Incarnation accompanied him.

After all, the incarnation was now the identity of the true body.

"Young Master, you didn't let Senior Sister come, and you didn't notify the Immortal Treasure Pavilion?"

After leaving Yuan City, Liang Wan'er was a little worried.

The White Bone Yin Cave, just hearing the name, was scary.

Moreover, they imprisoned people in the White Bone Yin Cave, such a hidden place, they must attach great importance to it.

There must be experts guarding there, and perhaps even experts from the mysterious force behind them lurking.

"You just come, don't worry about the others.

Does the Eldest Princess think that she can escape the eyes of the Immortal Treasure Pavilion by leaving the city?

When they see you and me leaving the city, they will definitely follow secretly, why notify them?"

This was Jun Wuxie communicating with Liang Wan'er through divine sense through the Primal Chaos Incarnation.

… …

Just as Jun Wuxie expected, the Immortal Treasure Pavilion paid attention to their movements.

At this moment, someone from the Immortal Treasure Pavilion was reporting to the branch's chief manager.

The branch's chief manager immediately reported to Yun Yingying.

"I am already aware," Yun Yingying said.

Yun Yingying's main purpose in coming to the Eastern Frontier was to protect Jun Wuxie's safety.

Her attention had been focused on the official post station from the beginning, so she naturally saw him and Liang Wan'er leaving the city at the first opportunity.

"Stay in the Immortal Treasure Pavilion and do not do anything unnecessary. I will go protect the Young Master," Yun Yingying instructed the branch's chief manager, then disappeared into the void.

In an instant, she arrived outside the city, still in a state of invisibility.

She was very close to Jun Wuxie at this time, following not far behind them.

"Has Young Master discovered some clues?"

"Indeed. Have you ever heard of the White Bone Yin Cave?"

Jun Wuxie was not surprised that Yun Yingying's divine sense suddenly sounded in his mind.

He had already expected Yun Yingying to follow him in time.

"I have never heard of a place like the White Bone Yin Cave."

"It is located in a valley deep within the Poison Thorn Ridge behind this city.

The White Bone Yin Cave is where the Eastern Frontier Governor and others are imprisoned.

Judging from the conversation between the fake Governor and the person guarding the White Bone Yin Cave, the White Bone Yin Cave is a very dangerous place.

According to the information currently available, the White Bone Yin Cave should have been controlled by that mysterious force long ago.

I think this matter is extraordinary.

Why does the mysterious force want to control the White Bone Yin Cave?

This White Bone Yin Cave is not far from Yuan City, but the Immortal Treasure Pavilion here is completely unaware.

For so many years, they have not known of the existence of the White Bone Yin Cave.

There must be strong interference from the mysterious force in this matter.

Otherwise, with the strength of the Immortal Treasure Pavilion, it is impossible not to notice."

"Young Master is absolutely right.

The White Bone Yin Cave is not known to the world, mostly because a strong member of the mysterious force used means to obscure the truth a long time ago.

If the White Bone Yin Cave had no value, they would not need to do so. There must be something they can exploit."

"I'm afraid it's not just simple exploitation.

Now, from the information obtained, it is known that there are undead souls and corpses in the White Bone Yin Cave that can be manipulated to defend against enemies.

The White Bone Yin Cave has several levels. The first level is already like this. If the later levels are controlled, I don't know how terrifying it will be.

The mysterious force has been preparing for so many years. I don't know to what extent they have controlled the White Bone Yin Cave."

……

Yun Yingying communicated with Jun Wuxie through her Primordial Avatar all the way, passing through the Poison Thorn Forest, entering the canyon, and finally arriving at the pool in the canyon.

"Young Master, are you saying that the White Bone Yin Cave is in this pool?" Yun Yingying no longer hid and emerged from the void.

"That's right, the White Bone Yin Cave is under this pool," a voice came from behind Yun Yingying.

Yun Yingying suddenly turned her head and couldn't help but be stunned.

Two Young Masters?

She looked at the Young Master a few feet away from her and then looked at the Young Master walking from behind. For a moment, she couldn't tell them apart.

Whether it was appearance, expression, or aura, they were exactly the same.

"Don't be surprised, that is my avatar," Jun Wuxie glanced at the Primordial Avatar a few feet away from Yun Yingying.

The Primordial Avatar then turned into a stream of blood energy under his will, pierced through the air, and merged into his body.

"The avatar that Young Master cast is truly remarkable. Even this subordinate cannot distinguish the truth from the false," Yun Yingying exclaimed in amazement.

What realm is Young Master in? What realm am I in? I am a strong person in the Beginning Tai realm.

Even so, I cannot see that it is Young Master's avatar!

Coming all the way, I actually thought that was Young Master's real body!

Is this the secret technique controlled by the most core members of the Heavenly Court?

He, as the Deputy Chief Manager of the Immortal Treasure Pavilion's large region and a strong person in the Beginning Tai realm, can already be considered a core member.

But he has never seen such an immortal technique that can allow the avatar of a lower realm to deceive the eyes of a strong person who is several major realms higher.

This level of immortal technique can probably only be practiced by the people in charge of the Heavenly Court and their personal disciples, right?

"Don't make wild guesses," Jun Wuxie seemed to see through her thoughts and gently patted Yun Yingying's shoulder as he passed by her.

Then, he stopped at the edge of the pool, gazing at the deep, dark water.

"Young Master, who is this?" Liang Wan'er had been stunned for a long time. Ever since Yun Yingying appeared, she had been full of surprise and curiosity.

With her keen mind and intelligence, she had already guessed that the woman who suddenly appeared should be from the Immortal Treasure Pavilion.

But she was still curious about her identity and didn't know what position she held in the Immortal Treasure Pavilion.

Judging from her temperament and aura, this woman's status in the Immortal Treasure Pavilion was probably not low.

"Oh, I forgot to introduce her. She is Yun Yingying, the Deputy Chief Manager of your Great Liang Imperial City's Immortal Treasure Pavilion."

What?

Liang Wan'er was stunned. She was too shocked!

The Imperial City Immortal Treasure Pavilion was the highest level in the entire Northwest Region.

Whether it was in terms of scale or the rare treasures sold, it was even slightly better than the Immortal Treasure Pavilions in other imperial capitals.

This meant that the Immortal Treasure Pavilion of the Great Liang Imperial City should be the highest-ranking among the branch pavilions in the Northwest Region.

What kind of status would such a Deputy Chief Manager have?

Even the lords of top-tier Dao lineages would not dare to be negligent in front of such an existence, and would probably have to treat them as equals.

And such a person was so respectful in front of the Young Master!

Liang Wan'er's heart beat faster. She could even hear the thump-thump-thump of her heart.

What is Yuan Chu's background?

He is definitely more than just a personal disciple of Jinyun.

A personal disciple of the Jinyun Immortal Sect, no matter how amazing his talent, could not possibly make the Immortal Treasure Pavilion so awed.

Not to mention a personal disciple, even if the Lord of Jinyun came, he would not possibly receive such treatment!

"Liang Wan'er, what kind of person are you fortunate enough to know?" Liang Wan'er said to herself in her heart. At this moment, she was very excited.

Such a person was someone she had never imagined before.

It was even more impossible to imagine that such a person would have an intersection with her and had spent so many days together.

Perhaps this is fate. My Liang Wan'er is destined to have this good fortune!

If I can grasp it, with the support of Young Master Yuan Chu, can the things I dream of, the things I could only think about but not do in the past, be gradually realized?

I also don't know if the Young Master wants me to be the Emperor of Great Liang because he has some kind of plan in mind.

In any case, with the support of Young Master Yuan Chu, the deepest dreams and wishes in my heart may all come true in the future!

"Your Highness Princess, what are you daydreaming about? Why don't you greet Deputy Chief Manager Yun?"

"Ah, it was Wan'er's rudeness!" Liang Wan'er came back to her senses and quickly expressed her apologies, bowing to Yun Yingying, "Liang Wan'er greets Deputy Chief Manager Yun."

Yun Yingying smiled lightly, "Princess does not need to be so polite. You are someone the Young Master favors, and in the future, you will be considered one of our own."

"Ah, Wan'er thanks Deputy Chief Manager Yun for the kindness…" Liang Wan'er was flattered.