Cultivating with Bragging System-Chapter 663 - 310: Do the Opposite_1

"Show us your pass!"

"Here you go!"

The burly man took the pass and inspected it with a magical treasure he carried. His eyebrows rose slightly. He knew this was someone from the Lower Realm, but not the person he was looking for.

So, while examining the pass, he asked, "Have you seen any suspicious people around recently?"

The plain-clothed youth nodded. "Yes, I have."

"Where?"

"You're looking at one," the youth said, pointing at the man. "Aren't you suspicious?"

The fierce-looking man was stunned for a moment. 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢

"I'm just here, trying to eat in peace, and you come up asking all sorts of questions. If you're not suspicious, who is?"

Choked by the retort, the burly man's eyes glinted with rage. "Are you looking for trouble?"

An aura surged around him as he took a step forward, ready to strike.

Suddenly, a slender, white-jade-like hand reached out and stopped him.

The crowd parted.

A woman in a flowing white dress walked out. Her figure was exquisite, her lips a bright red. Half of her face was as white and flawless as snow, while the other half bore a large violet flower tattoo, giving her an enchantingly dangerous charm.

"Stop this meaningless entanglement! Let's go!"

The woman's voice was cold. After speaking, she turned and led the way. Her departing figure was graceful and alluring.

"Yes!" the fierce-looking man replied respectfully. He shot a final glare at the plain-clothed youth, snorted, and hurried to follow her without further delay.

...

Wang Xiu quietly watched their figures vanish into the distance, remaining silent.

He could hear the hushed whispers of the bystanders around him.

"HISS, those are people from the Dream Clan, aren't they?"

"The Dream Clan is even older than the Yi Clan. They've been in seclusion for years, and their disciples were never seen out in the world. The events on Longhuang Island didn't even draw them out, so why have they emerged now?"

"They're most likely here for that Wang Xiu!"

"The Dream Clan had its reasons for staying hidden. It was never certain if there was anything on Longhuang Island worth their while. The risk of acting was too great. But now, Wang Xiu is not only alive, he single-handedly destroyed thirteen Yi Clan outposts. That speaks volumes."

"He must have obtained something incredible on Longhuang Island!"

"Just wait. Few will be able to sit this one out. The realm is headed for chaos!"

"..."

Everyone was discussing the matter animatedly.

Concealed within the bustling market under a stranger's face, Wang Xiu was inwardly astonished. Although he knew his reappearance would cause some sort of disturbance, he hadn't expected it to be so dramatic.

In just a few short days, he had personally witnessed experts from several ancient Sects and great religious orders passing through the area. At times, powerful consciousnesses would descend from afar, sweeping across the land in search of something. Those consciousnesses were majestic and astounding; without a doubt, the major powers had all dispatched their Earth Immortals.

Fortunately, Wang Xiu was protected by the Great Void Concealment Spell, which hid his aura completely. Even an Earth Immortal would struggle to find any trace of him.

Qingzhou is now completely locked down, filled with people from all the major powers! Even though they can't find me, it would be a different story if I made a move and got caught...

He could not continue to act against the Yi Clan for now. After all, enough time had passed for the Yi Clan to react. Qingzhou was now teeming with masters, including a considerable number of powerful Earth Immortals.

He now had two choices.

The first was to leave this chaotic place as soon as possible, while the major powers were still uncertain about his true strength and methods. After all, this was the Nine Heavens, a place with countless powerful cultivators. The great ancient clans and major religions had endless tricks up their sleeves. There could be a way to bypass the Great Void Concealment Spell and locate him through other means. He couldn't gamble on that.

Therefore, he had to leave quickly, lie low, and focus on improving his strength.

But if he did that, he would basically have to operate from the shadows from now on, never again able to show his true face. The moment he revealed himself, he would be met with a violent storm, one he couldn't guarantee he could withstand. Although he had earned some goodwill from the younger prodigies of several major forces in the Yaoguang Domain, in the face of this great tide, that network of connections was still too fragile to be of much help.

Wang Xiu certainly didn't want to go down that path, which left him with one other option.

Take the opposite approach.

Head straight into the Savage Wilderness Forbidden Zone.

...

Wang Xiu possessed the memories of Dragon Emperor Ao Lie, so he knew that there were ten great forbidden zones in the Nine Heavens. The Savage Wilderness Forbidden Zone of the Yaoguang Heavenly Realm was one of them.

Legend had it that each of these forbidden zones contained the secrets of longevity and immortality, holding endless opportunities. But they also came with unimaginable horrors. The Savage Wilderness Forbidden Zone had existed for at least several hundred thousand years, serving as the final resting place for countless peerless prodigies and unrivaled Great Abilities. Many astonishing talents whose names once shook the Nine Heavens had entered and never returned.

Even a Quasi-Emperor Supreme like Dragon Emperor Ao Lie was deeply apprehensive and incredibly wary of the forbidden zones.

Throughout the long river of history, very few had ever walked out of a forbidden zone alive and in the open. And those who did were all figures who dominated their eras.

For example… the Human Emperor of yesteryear!

Wang Xiu was certain of one thing: the major powers currently searching for him would never imagine that he would dare to enter a forbidden zone. Even if they considered the possibility, they wouldn't dare pursue him too deeply.

This is perfect. I can also search for Junior Sister Ji and the others...

Wang Xiu had been constantly worried about Ji Zidian, Li Xuanqi, and the rest. He had a persistent feeling that they weren't dead and that he would have a chance to see them again.

With the Great Void Concealment Spell and the Ten Thousand Demonic Transformations Art, I don't expect to move about freely in the forbidden zone, but I can definitely lie low and survive! First, I'll enter the forbidden zone and slowly search for any trace of Li Xuanqi and the others. I'll let the people outside fight it out. By the time they've beaten each other's brains out, who knows? Maybe I'll have a fortuitous encounter and emerge invincible, right?

...

Of course, all that was for later. The most important thing was that Wang Xiu understood his current predicament. It was a classic case of a treasure bringing ruin upon its owner. The entire Yaoguang Heavenly Realm was hunting for him, and he was not yet strong enough to contend with them. Soon, other Celestial Realms would likely get involved, making things even more troublesome.

However, Wang Xiu had no regrets. Both killing the members of the Yi Clan and revealing his existence were decisions he had made after careful consideration. Though they might seem impulsive, the pent-up frustration in his chest had to be vented.

...

Wang Xiu decided to enter the forbidden zone.

But before he went in, there were still a few things to do. He couldn't let these people have such an easy time hunting him down.

In the mountains, at a temporary encampment, a dozen or so powerful figures were resting. They were all wearing the attire of the Nine Peaks Sect. The Nine Peaks Sect was one of the most famous major sects in the Yaoguang Domain. It was, along with the Xuan Tian Sect and others, known as one of the Eight Great Teachings of Yaoguang. Their heritage was ancient, and they maintained a close relationship with the Yi Clan, with whom they had frequently intermarried and cooperated over many years.

"Where in the hell could that Wang Xiu be hiding?"

"To find him, hundreds of us disciples from the Nine Peaks Sect have been searching day and night without a moment's rest. Our legs are about to break!"

"All these natives from the Lower Realm are the same. They can't kill you, but they can sure disgust you! That's how it was with Zhuo Canglang and those other scoundrels, and this Wang Xiu is even worse!"

A few of them gathered together, complaining.

Suddenly, a bloodcurdling scream echoed from deep within the forest.