Chapter 1179: Chapter 1179: It’s Not What I Think, It’s the Truth

"Monster elimination." Sect Leader Xu gently uttered these words.

"Monster elimination? I heard that the Land of the North Cold was an ancient battlefield tens of thousands of years ago, filled with many high-level monsters. Are we..." His disciple beside him asked, somewhat suspiciously.

"Not only will our sect go this time, but the other nine major sects will also join. Besides monster elimination, we will also hunt for treasure!"

Sect Leader Xu smiled mysteriously and waved his hand casually: "Alright, go and prepare. Select thirty disciples with complete Qi Cultivation or higher to go."

After speaking, his gaze turned towards the east, a shadow briefly flickering in his eyes.

"Yes, Sect Leader." The disciple bowed to take his leave.

Then, as if he remembered something, Sect Leader Xu added: "Remember to bring him along."

Valley of Ten Thousand Flowers, in the main hall.

"Are you clear about this trip to the Land of the North Cold?" asked the Valley Master of the Valley of Ten Thousand Flowers from Baihua Fairy seated across.

"Valley Master, I will immediately arrange for the disciples!" Baihua Fairy smiled slightly, though a surge of hidden resentment brewed within her, secretly vowing revenge.

The memories were vivid from that day.

On that occasion, Yang Yan audaciously refused her request to be dual cultivation partners at the disciple acceptance ceremony, willing only to treat her as a maid!

Even though over a year had passed, with her good temperament, she couldn’t help but feel a rush of unexplained anger whenever she thought of it.

She certainly knew that Yang Yan would appear this time, and it was a good opportunity to clear her previous disgrace.

Within the Pill Sect.

"Sect Leader! As the premier sect in pill-making and Alchemy, precious herbs are vital for us to refine middle-tier and even high-tier fourth-grade elixirs."

"We must go this time, and we must gather as many good high-grade herbs as possible for Alchemy."

The second disciple, Song Qiao, eager at the mention of the trip to the Land of the North Cold, couldn’t wait.

This Song Qiao was indeed a treasure of the Pill Sect.

Though not quite skilled at cultivation matters, he was a unique talent in Alchemy!

Unmatched by even his senior brother Ye Changqing.

In some respects, he outshone him.

Besides his extraordinary talent, he was incredibly diligent.

He could be said to be obsessed with Alchemy to the point of madness.

The Sect Leader of the Pill Sect also cherished him greatly.

However, for these reasons, Song Qiao’s mentality had always been somewhat inadequate.

"Even so, we also need to consider the strength of the monsters and the other sects!" The Pill Sect Leader chuckled bitterly, patiently advising.

"Sect Leader, no problem, our sect has many who excel in Cultivation Techniques. Besides, isn’t senior brother coming back soon?" Song Qiao worried that the Sect Leader might change his mind and spoke quickly.

The Pill Sect Leader clearly understood his thoughts, shaking his head in resignation.

His disciple might achieve little in anything but Alchemy!

Song Qiao had no idea of his sect leader’s resignation, feeling reassured, he said: "Rest assured, since they invited us to the Land of the North Cold, we must go. We have to seize a share of the spoils!"

At this point, the Pill Sect Leader had little to say further; he could only remind him: "Right, notify your senior brother to return soon, we depart in a month. Also, ask him to select twenty disciples with complete Qi Cultivation or higher to join."

"Yes, Sect Leader!" Song Qiao responded promptly, inwardly delighted.

He was eager to seize the rare opportunity of the Ancient Battlefield.

Wishing to find precious materials there for his research.

Left alone in the vast main hall, the Pill Sect Leader.

However accidental this trip to the Land of the North Cold seemed, he had every reason to believe it was actually a conspiracy.

He’d been watching the rise of the Ancient Abyss Sect.

Probably, in his position, he’d choose such actions to stifle the emerging talents of the Ancient Abyss Sect.

After all, if the Ancient Abyss Sect continued to develop at such a rate, perhaps no other sects would remain on Wandering Dragon Star in the future!

Within the Ancient Abyss Sect, since last privately discussing with Yang Yan and Elder Dugu, Sect Leader Lin An began making arrangements for the trip to the Land of the North Cold.

"Zimu, are the arrangements for the twenty Inner Sect Disciples and the ten Outer Sect Disciples all in order? As per the method, what is their current strength? Have they all achieved breakthroughs?" Sect Leader Lin An invited Lin Zimu beside him, expectantly asking.

"Yes, Sect Leader. All have achieved breakthroughs, lifting their overall strength to a higher level." Lin Zimu nodded.

"Even so, be extremely cautious. This trip to the Land of the North Cold is fraught with danger, treacherous beyond measure..."

Outside the hall doors, Guo Guoguo stealthily eavesdropped on their conversation.

Huh?

Where are they going?

Why so many people?

Could it be, Yang Yan is going too?

No wonder he’s been a rare sight lately like a Divine Dragon recognizes its origin!

No way, I’m going too, you can’t leave me behind!

The way those women around Yang Yan look at him isn’t right, I have to watch over Yang Yan, hmph.

Guo Guoguo thought.

Thinking this, Guo Guoguo immediately pushed open the door and entered.

Everyone instantly stopped talking and looked at Guo Guoguo.

The elders’ expressions became quite colorful upon seeing this Little Witch.

They were long accustomed to Guo Guoguo’s antics, resigned to fate.

Especially hearing the stories of the Little Witch with Yang Yan, they couldn’t help but sweat on behalf of the Sect Leader.

And for Yang Yan, they mostly felt sympathy!

Blame it on Yang Yan’s exceptional talent!

Sect Leader Lin An saw that it was his daughter and helplessly shook his head.

"Dad! Where are you going? I want to go!"

Guo Guoguo yelled, approaching Lin An.

"No, you can’t come this time."

Sect Leader Lin An, hearing this was about accompanying to the Land of the North Cold, firmly replied.

"Why not? Dad, don’t you want me anymore?"

Guo Guoguo began to look at Lin An with aggrieved eyes.

"Guo’Er! Alas! It’s too dangerous this time, wait at home for our return."

Seeing Guo Guoguo bringing up her mother, Lin An immediately softened his tone.

"No no no! I want to go! Dad, I trust you will protect me! Besides, I’m not weak now either, I’m Qi Cultivation Level Nine now."

Guo Guoguo nearly pounded her chest.

Yang Yan heard this, pursed his lips, and slightly shook his head.

Despite the subtlety, Guo Guoguo noticed.

"Hey, Yang Yan, did I say something wrong? What are you laughing at?"

Guo Guoguo seemed to interpret Yang Yan’s expression as mocking.

"I say Young Sect Leader, this time isn’t like returning to the Hidden World just for fun—the trip to the Land of the North Cold, not only are there many hidden monsters, but its cold air is enough for you to endure. The Sect Leader isn’t letting you go to avoid danger."

Yang Yan said indifferently, causing Guo Guoguo to persist even more.

"You you you, Yang Yan! I’m not as weak as you say! Do you think bringing me along would be a burden?"

"Not that I think so, but it’s indeed the case." Yang Yan replied calmly.

"Hmph, you..."