Chapter 1134: Chapter 1134: You Let Your Tail Show

Li Mountain’s vastness is not inferior to the Ancient Mountain.

However, the Spiritual Qi on Li Mountain is much thinner than that on the Ancient Mountain.

Furthermore, any cultivator at the third level of Qi Cultivation and above can detect the Demon Qi and faint Blood Qi mixed within the Spiritual Qi.

This is the aura of that demon and the lingering aura of the tens of thousands of villagers it slaughtered here.

After tying up dozens of fine horses casually in a grove at the mountain’s foot, the group ascended Li Mountain led by Yang Yan.

In the middle, Liu Yizheng, with his ninth level of Qi Cultivation, was stationed, ready to provide aid to all sides at any moment.

Lin Zimu was at the rear, ensuring the path was cut off.

Having the elder brother nearby gave the disciples at the very back a lot of reassurance.

As they traversed the forest, cicadas and birds chirped in their ears from time to time.

They could also hear the rustling of small animals stepping on the sandy soil and dried leaves close by.

Although the darkness ahead did not hinder Yang Yan and the others’ vision, they still lit the torches prepared in advance.

After yet another squirrel scurried past from the nearby forest, Lin Zimu’s ears moved slightly, and he gave Yang Yan a glance.

The two exchanged smiles, instantly reaching a tacit understanding.

"Alright, let’s set up camp here."

After walking for a little over half an hour, the group reached the halfway point of Li Mountain.

It was just right—a small peak with a flat piece of land outside.

Sitting casually on a ground covered with dried leaves, dozens of disciples began to orderly set up camp.

Logically, Inner Sect disciples like those from the Ancient Abyss Sect shouldn’t need to do such camping activities.

However, most of the disciples often did missions outside, inevitably leading to times when they had to rest in the forests.

Thus, each of them possessed a tent and knew a fair amount about camping skills.

Even those who didn’t know could get help from nearby fellow brothers.

The tents were medium-sized, more than sufficient to accommodate three people.

Every three disciples squeezed into one spot.

Yang Yan, Liu Yizheng, and Lin Zimu each had a tent to themselves.

The three positioned their tents in a triangular formation at the outermost edge, almost controlling all directions.

Night fell, and a gentle over-mountain breeze blew across the small peak.

Bright torch flames illuminated the surrounding area.

Other than the beast sounds, no other sounds were emitted.

Everything seemed like the calm surface of a tranquil lake, peaceful and harmonious.

A large silhouette emerged from a cave somewhere within Li Mountain, its bright eyes staring at the small peak below.

Greed flashed across its face but was forcibly suppressed for reasons unknown.

Time passed, and it was already late at night.

Even some disciples’ snoring could be heard from the small peak.

Nobody knew whether it was intentional or not.

As though they had coordinated, after midnight when a gust of mountain wind blew past, a peculiar scent began to permeate through the mountain.

At the top, the creature that had originally returned to the cave suddenly opened its eyes!

"Fog Spirit Flower! How can this mountain have Fog Spirit Flower? How could I not know?!"

"Strange! This fragrance is clearly coming from those people; could it be bait?"

Upon thinking this, the creature mocked itself with a smirk: "Even if there’s a trap, what of it? They’re merely a bunch of cultivators hiding their Qi Cultivation; they’re just coming to offer me some blood food!"

"Not to mention I’ve got them backing me!"

The conversation halted there.

Sibilant sounds began to echo in the cave.

When the small peak suddenly experienced a fierce gust of wind mixed with a strong fishy stench, Yang Yan, Lin Zimu, and the others simultaneously opened their eyes.

Those pretending to sleep also feigned drowsiness, with subtle signs of excitement on the corners of their lips.

The demon had arrived!

"Dragon Elephant Demon Slaying Array, activate!"

Lin Zimu’s tent exploded with a thunderous roar following it.

"Boom!"

"Boom!"

"Boom!"

With the beginning, naturally, the continuation followed. All disciples ceased to hide their intentions, soaring into the sky with pieces of fabric.

"Left flank, take position!"

"Right flank, take position!"

"Central formation, take position!"

"Array core formed!"

A magnificent radiance suddenly encircled the small peak, bright and dazzling.

"Ha ha, ha ha!"

Strange laughter echoed through the mountain, revealing one’s true form outside the dazzling light array.

A figure dressed in luxurious Daoist robes, indistinguishable from human form, appeared.

But the eyes on the face were slender, and the chin was very pointed.

"Fellow Daoists, setting up a grand array here late at night, could it be you’re here in Li Mountain to catch demons?"

After laughing, the sharp-cheeked Daoist standing on a mound squinted his eyes, looking at those within the array.

Yang Yan timely stepped out of the tent.

These Ancient Abyss Sect disciples mostly had experience executing missions with Lin Zimu, so they meticulously followed Lin Zimu’s orders, rendering Yang Yan’s position as mentor unnecessary.

However, once Yang Yan stepped out, he became the group’s backbone instantly.

Even Lin Zimu cast a questioning look towards Yang Yan.

The demon was indeed present.

No one else could possibly appear here.

By this time, some disciples, positioned at the back due to their weaker cultivation, showed subtle signs of concern.

Demonic creatures completely transforming into humans at least required enduring a Celestial Thunder baptism and stepping into the Foundation Establishment Stage!

This meant they were now facing a great demon at the Foundation Establishment Stage, which could easily overpower humans of the same realm!

Despite the elder brother being at the peak of Qi Cultivation, how could they fight when the strength difference was so vast?

If the two major overseers actually took action, it would mean their trip was in vain.

For a moment, many were hesitant and indecisive.

"Hmm... fellow Daoists, why are you staring at me like this? Why is everyone silent?"

The Daoist donned a friendly smile, though it seemed insincere.

Yang Yan kept an emotionless countenance, glanced faintly behind him, and said abruptly:

"Snake Spirit, your tail is showing."

Upon hearing this, the Daoist’s face changed, and he immediately looked down at his feet, only to see his silhouette under the glow.

He instantly understood that he was being toyed with by the novices within the array.

"Hm hm—"

He grimly chuckled twice at Yang Yan, then continued: "I don’t understand what the fellow Daoist is talking about?"

Yang Yan looked at him for a long time, then slowly replied once more: "I’m telling you, your tail is showing."

The Daoist became furious at once.

Knowing he was exposed, he simply stopped pretending and opened his right hand, revealing a snake-shaped longsword.

"A bunch of ignorant brats dare to think of slaying demons and proving the Dao; truly laughable! I’ll have you serve as a feast for my temple today!"

Yang Yan stood calmly in place, merely watching the Daoist charge forward as he chuckled: "Dragon Elephant Array formed, do you dare enter?"

The Daoist sneered, pointing the snake-shaped sword at Yang Yan’s face:

"You activated the grand array even before I entered; are you afraid you won’t have time to set it up once I do?"

Yang Yan nodded, surprisingly responding: "Indeed."

Some disciples needed to see the Daoist’s false visage to realize the demon’s stage, but he and Lin Zimu had sensed it long ago, prompting the immediate formation of the array.