lcionline Chapter 375 Sect Leader's Arrangements, Team Mission
Chapter 375 Sect Leader's Arrangements, Team Mission
"Junior Sister Chu, this is Senior Sister Zhao, who is at the early stage of Foundation Establishment."
"These are Junior Brother Wang and Junior Brother Zhang, both of whom are at the late stage of Qi Refining."
Li Feng introduced them one by one, and Chu Lengyu politely bowed to each of them, her gaze shifting slightly to look at her fellow disciples.
Senior Sister Zhao wore a more refined Hundred Swords Pavilion disciple's uniform, mostly black with less white, looking neat and capable. Perhaps it was because of her early Foundation Establishment cultivation that she appeared particularly composed.
Junior Brother Wang and Junior Brother Zhang were both dressed in neat black and white outfits, with swords at their waists. One was composed and the other was relaxed and easygoing, so neither of them could be overlooked.
"Junior Sister Chu, I've long heard that you've already reached the late stage of Qi Refining at such a young age, and I couldn't help but be curious. Now I'm finally able to meet you," Senior Sister Zhao said, seemingly trying to build rapport, praising, "Indeed, your appearance is extraordinary!"
Chu Lengyu smiled slightly and replied, "Senior Sister is too kind. I am merely a novice who has been fortunate enough to attain this level of cultivation. I dare not accept such praise."
Seeing this, Senior Sister Zhao smiled even more and continued, "I heard that Junior Sister took on the mission to catch the Blue-eyed Fish on Jiaozhou Island. The four of us happened to be going to Jiaozhou Island to hunt a Black Snake, so the Mission Hall arranged for us to go together."
As she spoke, she took out a new task sheet and showed it to her.
After glancing at it, Chu Lengyu thought: This matter was probably not arranged by the Mission Hall, but rather instructed by the Sect Leader.
She was as clear-headed as a mirror, knowing that the sect must have many concerns about her and would never easily let her leave the mountain alone, so she had long anticipated this.
Presumably, these four, including Senior Sister Zhao, are just the people who travel with us on the surface. There are other experts hiding in the shadows, acting as our protectors.
Even if she manages to shake off Senior Sister Zhao's group, someone else will take her place, following her like a shadow and relentlessly harassing her.
Thinking of this, Chu Lengyu smiled and, without hesitation, cupped her hands and said, "Then I thank you for your protection, senior sister and senior brother. Although my cultivation is still shallow and not as profound as yours, I am willing to do my best to complete this mission smoothly."
Senior Sister Zhao nodded. She was fairly satisfied with Chu Lengyu's attitude, but she still had some reservations and even a well-hidden dissatisfaction.
The other two remained silent and did not speak.
Li Feng looked at Chu Lengyu and asked, "Junior Sister Chu, our mission this time is to hunt demonic beasts. Do you have any combat techniques you are good at?"
These words carried a hint of probing.
Upon hearing this, Chu Lengyu replied, "I have only been a disciple for a short time, and what I have learned are all basic spells. However, I am willing to follow the orders of my senior brothers and sisters and do my best."
The other four showed no surprise upon hearing this.
Qi Refining stage cultivators have limited spiritual power and rudimentary skills. Moreover, they are still strangers to each other, so it is impossible for them to be completely honest with each other and entrust each other with their secrets on their first meeting.
Senior Sister Zhao glanced around, taking in everyone's expressions, and then slowly said, "In that case, let's set off. Junior Sister Chu, stay close to us, and we will protect you."
Although their words carried a hint of concern, it was not hard to tell that they did not trust her, but Chu Lengyu did not care.
Senior Sister Zhao waved her sleeve lightly, and a flash of light appeared, revealing a lifelike crane puppet with full wings.
She called out to everyone, "The journey to Jiazhou Island is long. Why not ride my Thousand Machine Puppet? It will save us some energy and spare us the trouble of traveling."
Chu Lengyu readily agreed, "Then it would be impolite of me to refuse, Junior Sister."
Senior Sister Zhao sat upright on the head of the crane, while the remaining four, including Chu Lengyu, each found a place and sat on either side.
The crane puppet spread its wings and soared into the sky, piercing through the clouds and mist, like a streak of light cutting across the heavens, speeding toward its distant destination.
Throughout the journey, everyone remained silent, each lost in their own thoughts.
Finally, the crane puppet pierced through the thick clouds and slowly landed on a desolate island.
This island is called Jiazhou Island. The surrounding seas are turbulent and teeming with countless ferocious monsters.
In the vast ocean, such small islands are as numerous as a drop in the ocean.
"We've arrived. Everyone must be careful," Li Feng warned in a deep voice, his gaze lingering on Chu Lengyu for a moment longer than usual.
With a sway, everyone landed steadily on the island.
With a flick of her sleeve, Senior Sister Zhao transformed the crane puppet into a ray of light and took it into her possession.
She remained calm and composed, showing no signs of fatigue, clearly indicating that the flight had not taken much to her.
She took the lead, followed closely by Chu Lengyu and two other late-stage Qi Refining cultivators, while Li Feng brought up the rear, his eyes scanning the surroundings warily in case of any unexpected situations.
The four of them worked together seamlessly, making Chu Lengyu feel somewhat superfluous.
The group conducted a cursory inspection of the island but found nothing unusual or of any value.
Senior Sister Zhao frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then said, "The environment on this island is complicated. Why don't we find a secluded place to rest for a while, recharge our energy, and then make a plan?"
Upon hearing this, Chu Lengyu felt that resting at this moment was not necessary, but she did not raise any objections and simply nodded silently.
Led by Senior Sister Zhao, they quickly found a hidden cave. The cave was spacious enough to accommodate all of them.
The five of them sat down to meditate and rest, adjusting their state of mind.
Li Feng suggested, "This island is rarely visited by people. Why don't we set a trap to lure the monsters into our net?"
Upon hearing this, Chu Lengyu nodded slightly. She was well aware of this strategy and had used it in the past with great skill.
With a light flick of her wrist, she took out several array flags and array plates from her storage bag.
In recent years, her main body has not been idle either. While recuperating from her injuries, she has read extensively and devoted herself to studying the ways of formations and runes. Now she has achieved considerable skill and can use them more skillfully and effortlessly than before.
"I have some knowledge of formations and would like to lend my senior brother a hand," she volunteered.
Li Feng was slightly taken aback.
He was genuinely surprised to find that Chu Lengyu was also proficient in array formations.
However, Li Feng quickly declined her offer, saying, "Junior sister, please rest for a while. We can handle this small matter."
After saying that, he left the cave with his junior brothers Wang and Zhang.