0p0 Chapter 223 The Person He Searched For So Long, the Crimson Jade Phoenix
Chapter 223 The Person He Searched For So Long, the Crimson Jade Phoenix
"This is the Dragon Ridge Mountains. It truly lives up to its reputation." Ruan Jingze thought to himself. Although this was his first time here, he had already heard of the Dragon Ridge Mountains' fame.
A hint of excitement flashed in Bai Yujin's eyes: "That's right, this is it! Uncle, Uncle Ruan, let's go in. The teleportation array is inside. Uncle, Uncle Ruan, stay close to me."
The two nodded and hummed in agreement.
Only Xiao Jin'er had been here before; this was their first time. Bai Yujin led the way, and the two followed behind her.
After the three arrived at their destination.
Bai Yujin then saw the towering mountain peaks ahead, as well as the exposed mountain body. Below the mountain body was a large crack, and behind the crack was a spacious and flat open space.
In the very center of the open space was a dark platform, upon which was a teleportation array. However, a huge, ancient tree had suddenly appeared there, and when it appeared was unknown.
Just as Bai Yujin and the other two approached the teleportation array.
A deep, mature voice rang out.
"Wait a moment! Could the three of you please wait a little longer before proceeding?"
The person did not appear, but the voice came first.
Upon hearing the sound, Bai Yujin immediately stopped in her tracks.
Look around warily.
Ruan Jingze and Bai Junqing looked wary.
"Who's there? Come out!"
Bai Yujin shouted in a deep voice, her eyes sharp as knives as she scanned the surrounding environment.
A moment later, a figure pushed open the ancient tree door and slowly walked out. It was an old man dressed in a simple, ancient robe.
His hair and beard were all white, but he was in good spirits. He leaned on a wooden cane and walked steadily toward Bai Yujin and the other two.
"I have no intention of offending you, young friend. Please don't be angry. I moved here after this teleportation array was activated. I am the guardian of the Dragon Spine Mountains. My name is Yunyin."
As soon as the old man finished speaking, the atmosphere seemed to ease a bit. Bai Yujin frowned slightly, but the wariness in her eyes did not completely disappear: "The guardian of the Dragon Spine Mountains?"
Yun Yin smiled broadly, his smile revealing a calm composure born of experience: "Young friend, you may not know this, but I have been living in seclusion for many years, detached from worldly affairs. If it weren't for the appearance of this teleportation array, I would not have shown myself. The reason I am here is to wait for someone, and also to protect the Dragon Spine Mountains."
Then, he turned around and called out, "Tiger Boss, Wolf Boss Four, Deer Boss Seven, come out and see if this is the one."
As soon as he finished speaking, three men emerged from behind the ancient tree.
The leader, Tiger, was burly and handsome, with an imposing presence in his eyes. Wolf, the fourth, was rather thin, but his eyes were sharp like a wolf's, giving him a cunning and alert look. Deer, the seventh, was of medium build, with a kind face and a gentle and refined demeanor.
After the three of them walked out, their eyes all fell on Bai Yujin, as if confirming something. Wolf Fourth spoke first: "Sir, the one that Fourth and Seventh met last time was her."
Wolf Fourth greeted Bai Yujin with excitement, saying, "Young friend, your cultivation has improved very quickly."
Unexpectedly, she reached the Nascent Soul stage so quickly.
Bai Yujin stared blankly at the scene before her, tilting her head to look at the group of people, and asked with some confusion, "Do you know me?"
Lu Laoqi replied to her, "I've only met you once. Even though you're a fox now, I can still tell you're human."
Wolf Four chimed in, "Yes, I can tell you're human too, but I'm not very familiar with you. However, we are very familiar with the person beside you, Venerable Moonflower. How have you been?"
Many years ago, when Boss Long broke through to the early stage, he accidentally severely injured Bai Junqing, almost killing him. Fortunately, Bai Junqing survived.
Bai Junqing remained silent, his eyes lowered.
Yunyin nodded and said, "It's good that it's her. Young friend, could you please let me see the one in your jade pendant? Just one glance, and then you can leave."
After saying that, his gaze fell on Bai Yujin's neck, and his eyes were as dark as ink, it was impossible to tell what he was thinking.
Bai Yujin subconsciously looked at the jade pendant around her neck. She couldn't make this decision on her own. She looked at the old man with some doubt and smiled awkwardly: "Sir, I can't make this decision on my own."
At this moment, Ao Yan, who was inside the jade pendant, frowned. He did not remember knowing this old man. Then, as if he had thought of something, Ao Yan said to Bai Yujin, "Little girl, take a step back. I'll go out and take a look."
Bai Yujin was slightly taken aback when she heard his voice.
Since Brother Ao wanted to come out, she couldn't very well refuse.
He immediately took a step back.
Upon seeing this, Ao Yan transformed into a streak of light and rushed out of the jade pendant.
As soon as he emerged, the oppressive aura of the dragon race emanating from Ao Yan assaulted the senses.
Instantly, it enveloped the entire open space, making everyone present feel an invisible pressure. His human figure gradually solidified, and his gaze towards the old man revealed a condescending scrutiny.
Bai Yujin hurriedly said, "Brother Ao, could you reduce the pressure a bit? I can't take it anymore."
The aura was so strong that she couldn't help but revert to human form. Even after reverting to human form, she collapsed to the ground, unable to move at all.
She couldn't help but give a wry smile; Ao Yan's strength...
Not to mention Bai Yujin, Bai Junqing and Ruan Jingze also couldn't withstand it and collapsed to the ground in their human form. Next were the old man and Tiger Boss, who couldn't withstand it either and directly turned into their original forms, lying limply on the ground.
The old man almost couldn't take it.
Upon hearing this, Ao Yan immediately withdrew his oppressive aura.
He glanced at Bai Yujin, a hint of apology flashing in his eyes.
But he quickly regained his composure and turned to the old man.
He asked coldly, "And who are you? Why do you want to see me? I don't remember knowing you."
Yunyin slowly stood up from the ground, his face somewhat pale.
Looking up at the person before him, he said softly, "I know Bai Qiyu. I learned about you from him. I just want to confirm whether you are that person, and that young friend Bai once left something with me. He said that if I ever saw a little fox wearing a blood-red jade pendant around her neck, I should stop her. The jade pendant worn by that little fox contains a member of the Dragon Clan, who said that she is the person I was looking for. That's why he left the item with me."
After saying that, the old man carefully took out a crimson jade phoenix from his bosom and was about to hand it to Ao Yan when he whispered, "This is what that young friend Bai asked me to pass on to you."
Upon seeing this object, Ao Yan's expression changed drastically.
Staring at the crimson jade phoenix, he gritted his teeth and said, "So, this guy tricked me! What makes him think I would accept it? I wouldn't even take this damn thing if it were given to me. He knows perfectly well that I hate that person, yet he still insists on keeping it. What exactly is Bai Qiyu trying to do?"