“Something seems off up ahead?”
Standing on the clouds, Li Mo furrowed his brow, feeling a vague sense of trouble brewing.
His senses were sharp these days, so when he sensed something odd, he couldn’t help but get curious.
Sure enough, a bunch of figures appeared in the distance, and upon closer inspection, there were no less than a hundred of them, all riding bizarre flying beasts.
“Riding the clouds? What kind of trick is this?”
“Probably some insight into the inner workings of clouds and mist. But there are only two people here; they don’t look like much of a threat.”
“Just came from the Exotic Treasure Market, surely there’s something to plunder here?”
“Playing Mahjong all day? How boring.”
“True, but remember, we’re supposed to be bandits now. If we don’t rob someone, I might just forget what that feels like.”
The voices floated in with the wind.
Li Mo: “?”
So, if he wasn’t mistaken… he was about to be robbed?
【Name: Luo Yexian】
【…..】
【Evaluation: After the Huanmo Sect made a stunning move in the Imperial Capital, they faced a manhunt by the Da Yu Sky Patrol. Forced to scatter, he resorted to banditry to hide his identity.】
【Recent Encounter: Observed the conclusion of the Exotic Treasure Market, preparing to fulfill his bandit duties.】
Li Mo couldn’t believe his luck.
Getting robbed and running into an old acquaintance? What are the odds?
Despite the crowd, Li Mo remained completely unfazed, as his inner aura thrived on overwhelming numbers.
“However…”
Li Mo looked ahead.
Elder Qian hadn’t fully solidified his realm yet and was still inexperienced, making it likely that he’d find it hard to protect himself against Luo Yexian.
“Elder Qian, don’t say a word when things get messy. I’ll protect you.”
Little Li, a disciple from Qingyuan Sect with a sturdy inner realm, spoke up, his tone firm.
“Got it!”
The elder was nothing if not obedient.
Just as they were about to turn the situation around, Luo Yexian leaped ahead.
“Stay right there!” he declared, charging forward flamboyantly.
“This mountain is mine! This tree is mine! If you want to pass through here…” Uh-oh, did we just float up to the sky?”
“We’re robbing here! Get serious!”
“Hmph! Have you not heard of the famed bandit lifestyle from our sect?”
“You see, according to Da Yu law, those who rob others have their powers crippled, martial rights stripped for life, and are exiled to the Northern borders. Just think about how desperate we must be to commit such a crime.”
It was obvious that this was the first time the Huanmo Sect was robbing someone.
They didn’t seem all that practiced.
Well, they had never set out to be professional bandits anyway, and certainly didn’t think much of common thieves, feeling like they were in a league of their own.
“Cut it out! A bandit group can only have one boss. What are you all babbling about?”
Luo Yexian roared at his subordinates and turned back, preparing to put on a fearsome grin.
However, before he could manage that, his smile froze.
On the opposite side, the mist dissipated, revealing a very familiar figure cloaked in celestial energy, radiating divine vibes as he stood unfazed before the unexpected robbery.
“Black… Black Earth Immortal?!”
Luo Yexian’s entire body trembled.
Little Li sighed and showed a sympathetic expression. “You all thought he was just meditating, but how did you end up in such a mess?”
It was surprising that the Huanmo Sect had ended up as common robbers under his gaze, shaming them all.
“We… sigh, a child without a mother, it’s a long story… So, you were in seclusion. I’ve been waiting for your signal forever!”
With tears welling in his eyes, Luo Yexian lamented his plight.
Qian Bufan: “?”
What’s with Little Mo being so familiar with these Huanmo Sect folks? Why is he throwing around an ‘older brother’ vibe?
Didn’t he say he hadn’t learned any bandit moves? Is he going off the rails now?
But Li Mo didn’t let him speak, as he could sense the aura from the other side, tightly sealing his lips.
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However, contrary to their hopes…
Luo Yexian squinted, puzzled.
“Isn’t that Qian Bufan from Qingyuan Sect? I heard he went to the Exotic Treasure Market with Ke Mo, causing quite the ruckus.”
Qian Bufan: “!”
Oh no!
Little Mo has a way to disguise himself, but I don’t. This isn’t about to blow my cover, is it?
But Ke Mo, showing no signs of concern, casually remarked, “Yeah, I caught him and locked him up nearby.”
“Ah?” Qian Bufan froze.
He was locked up in a lowly prison?
“Immortal, are you saying…”
“Of course, to infiltrate the Qingyuan Sect.”
“Whoa….”
Luo Yexian gasped, excitement bubbling up. He actually stumbled onto Black Earth Immortal’s grand plan?
It’s common knowledge that when celestial beings make a move, it’s not a joke.
“Alright, I have other matters to attend to and can’t chat more. We’ll communicate via the token.”
“Can we take care of Ke Mo?”
“Only if you want to.”
With a pat on Luo Yexian’s shoulder, he soared into the clouds.
Once he was gone, Luo Yexian and the others started whispering among themselves.
“Boss, is that the immortal you mentioned?”
“Such a celestial presence! Do you think he wants us to find Ke Mo?”
“Test?!”
Luo Yexian’s eyes sparkled, and he grew more convinced as he thought about it.
After all, if it weren’t a test, does he need to mention using the token?
And he even patted him three times on the shoulder!
“The immortal is testing our wit! Come on, let’s go find him!”
The folks from Huanmo Sect scattered in all directions.
…
“They can’t be chasing us, right?”
After riding on his Nimbus for a bit longer, Ke Mo, feeling a bit unsteady, twisted and turned around a few corners.
But it wasn’t long before he sensed that familiar feeling returning.
Why can’t they just let him have a break?
“No, this energy… it doesn’t feel like the Huanmo Sect.”
Qian Bufan’s chubby face turned serious.
“Yeah, not at all,” Ke Mo nodded, shutting off his Celestial Insight.
“So that’s…?”
“Lingxi Gate.”
“They’re a proper sect; how could they be here…?”
Qian Bufan’s eyes widened in shock as he glanced at the bandits opposite, looking utterly bewildered.
But before he could finish his thought, a sheer veil fell over his head.
He knew this was a unusual device to conceal his aura—now used on him to hide his presence, so he wouldn’t drag down their escape…
“I’m a respected elder! How can I be sheltered by a disciple!”
Qian Bufan was furious and decided to fight despite his unstable state.
However, seeing the opposing crowd of three thousand, he retreated again, just feeling a surge of anger.
“Ha ha ha! This mountain is mine! This tree is mine….”
“Could you switch it up a bit?”
Ke Mo could barely contain himself, “And by the way, we’re in the sky, folks!!”
