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Chapter 598 - Ji Yin's Fear of Death and Desire for Life
Translator: Cinder Translations
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Song Wen quietly returned to his cave dwelling on Ji Yin Island, not disturbing An Tong and An Yin, the two sisters.
Two days passed in the blink of an eye.
On this day, as he was cultivating diligently, a Shadow Gu that was monitoring the island's surroundings suddenly transmitted news: a large flying ship was approaching Ji Yin Island.
This flying ship had a very unique shape, clearly different from ordinary ships.
It was about twenty yards long, with a streamlined shuttle-like shape. The hull was jet black, yet there was a hint of cold metallic shine.
The ship was called the Star Chariot Divine Ship, a unique warship of the Wu Ji Sect.
The entire ship was enveloped in a greenish light curtain. Its speed was so fast that it could match a cultivator in the early stage of Nascent Soul.
The ship was engraved with a magical formation called the "Starry Sky Splitter Formation." Once activated, the formation could release a powerful attack equal to the full strength of a Nascent Soul early-stage cultivator.
The Star Chariot Divine Ship's defense, speed, and attack capabilities could all rival a Nascent Soul early-stage cultivator, but it only required a Golden Core late-stage cultivator to control.
This greatly enhanced the overall strength of the Wu Ji Sect.
It was said that the design of the Star Chariot Divine Ship originated from the Nether Shrine, and Wu Ji Sect currently possessed three of these ships.
Upon seeing the Star Chariot Divine Ship, Song Wen was not afraid, but instead felt pleased. If Wu Ji Sect had sent someone, it was likely a Golden Core cultivator.
This meant that Wu Ji Sect had not discovered that he had killed Pang Hu and the others.
"Ji Yin, I am Yun Cang from the Law Enforcement Hall. Come out and meet me immediately!" Yun Cang's voice resounded like thunder above the island.
Song Wen walked out of his cave dwelling and ascended into the air above the island, clasping his fists.
"I am Ji Yin. I greet Lord Yun. I didn't expect Lord Yun to come here. What is your purpose?" he asked.
The Star Chariot Divine Ship stopped a hundred yards away from Song Wen. Yun Cang did not deactivate the ship's defensive formation, and he coldly fixed his gaze on Song Wen.
"Are you Ji Yin?"
"Yes, I am."
"Are you at the Golden Core early stage?"
"Yes."
"Are you a third-tier alchemist?"
"Yes."
Yun Cang's voice was stern, "What have you been doing in recent days?"
"Reporting to Lord Yun, I've been in my cave cultivating and refining alchemical pills, without stepping outside even once," Song Wen replied.
"Is there anyone who can prove this?"
"On Ji Yin Island, there are only two maids. No one else has visited recently, so there is no one who can prove it."
Song Wen answered Yun Cang's questions one by one.
Yun Cang's eyes never left Song Wen, his spiritual sense sweeping over Song Wen without concealment.
But Song Wen maintained a calm expression, and Yun Cang could not detect any flaws.
"Release your spiritual energy," Yun Cang commanded without a hint of doubt.
It was well known that only orthodox cultivators could use lightning magic, while demonic cultivators could not.
According to Ye Hua's orders, Yun Cang and Zhu Yin were responsible for investigating the murderer.
Yun Cang was investigating the many outer sect Golden Core cultivators and wandering cultivators.
Zhu Yin was responsible for searching the entire Wu Ji Island.
Yun Cang's primary investigation target was the three Golden Core outer sect elders who practiced orthodox cultivation techniques, and the four wandering orthodox cultivators near Wu Ji Island.
After detailed investigations, Yun Cang had ruled out these seven individuals as suspects.
Thus, Yun Cang shifted his focus to other outer sect Golden Core cultivators, especially those like Song Wen, who had recently joined the sect.
"Understood!" Song Wen responded.
As soon as his words fell, a thick and pure aura of death emanated from Song Wen's body.
Yun Cang's brow furrowed slightly. From both the cultivation strength and the aura, 'Ji Yin' didn't seem to be the murderer.
"Ji Yin, there has been an incident on Wu Ji Island. I am currently investigating the murderer. As of now, you do not seem to be a likely suspect. However, since you have no alibi, I must leave a spiritual mark on you. Do you consent?" Yun Cang asked.
Song Wen's face was filled with surprise and disbelief.
"What incident has occurred at the sect?"
Yun Cang said in a deep voice, "You don't need to ask too many questions. Just cooperate with my investigation."
Song Wen replied, "I will follow Lord Yun's arrangements."
"Good."
Yun Cang made a hand seal, and immediately a spiritual mark flew out, landing on Song Wen's body.
"This spiritual mark will last for a hundred days. Once that time is up, it will automatically dissipate. During this period, you are not allowed to use any means to erase the mark. Otherwise, the Hall will detect it," Yun Cang said.
"Understood!"
Yun Cang nodded and was about to leave when he suddenly heard Song Wen ask.
"Lord Yun, what exactly has happened in the sect? Could you reveal a bit to me?"
Yun Cang pondered for a moment before slowly speaking.
"It seems someone is targeting the Wu Ji Sect, slaughtering the sect's Golden Core elders. The supervising elder Pang Hu, as well as two vice hall masters from the Law Enforcement Hall, have already fallen victim to this assassination."
Upon hearing this, Song Wen's expression changed dramatically, his face full of shock.
"Who is so audacious as to strike against our Wu Ji Sect?"
Yun Cang's eyes grew sharp. "We still don't know who the murderer is, but anyone who dares to challenge the sect will surely be eradicated by the sect."
Song Wen's face grew increasingly worried, with a hint of fear in his eyes.
"Then, am I not in danger as well?"
Yun Cang replied, "From what we know so far, the murderer has been targeting the Golden Core elders from the inner sect. You should be safe for now, but it's still better to remain cautious."
Song Wen's expression turned more worried, and he urgently cupped his hands and said, "Lord Yun, I have been researching alchemy for many years, staying secluded and rarely engaging in conflicts. I am not skilled in combat. If the murderer comes to me, I will have no way to defend myself. Please, Lord Yun, help me and allow me to board the ship to Wu Ji Island. I plan to temporarily stay in Shadow City for a while."
Yun Cang's eyes showed a trace of disdain.
This 'Ji Yin' really was a cowardly, life-hungry person, eager to escape and seek shelter at the slightest sign of trouble.
Yun Cang shook his head. "The Hall is still investigating the real murderer. Do you think I have the time to take you to Wu Ji Island? If you want to go, go on your own."
"You don't need to take me directly to Wu Ji Island, Lord Yun. I only wish to board the ship. Since you have matters to attend to, you will need someone to assist you. I boldly request to stay by your side and do what I can to help," Song Wen shamelessly pleaded.
"The Star Chariot Divine Ship is a sacred vessel of the sect. It is not for ordinary people to board," Yun Cang refused flatly.
With that, Yun Cang activated the ship and it sped off into the sky.
Song Wen watched as the ship flew away, feeling somewhat disappointed.
Yun Cang's cultivation method was none other than the Corpse King Blood Refining Art. If he could devour its power, his cultivation would surely break through to the peak of Golden Core.
What a pity.
A precious opportunity to improve his cultivation just slipped away.
The Star Chariot Divine Ship was too fast; he didn't even have a chance to follow.
At that moment, An Yin, riding her sword, flew to Song Wen's side.
"Senior Ji Yin, what kind of ship was that just now? It looked incredibly powerful."
Song Wen replied, "That is the Wu Ji Sect's Star Chariot Divine Ship. It has power comparable to a Nascent Soul cultivator."
A look of astonishment flashed in An Yin's eyes.
"Comparable to a Nascent Soul cultivator! How many spiritual stones must it consume!"
What was said casually, was noticed keenly.
Song Wen's expression brightened slightly.
An Yin's words reminded him.
The Star Chariot Divine Ship was powered by high-grade spiritual stones, and the faster it moved, the more spiritual stones it consumed.
Moreover, continuously operating the ship at full speed would also heavily drain Yun Cang's own energy and mental focus.
Yun Cang couldn't keep the Star Chariot Divine Ship at full speed for long.
He only needed to operate it at maximum speed when approaching the island of the outer sect elders, creating enough pressure to intimidate any potential murderer hiding among them.
In other words, Song Wen still had a chance to catch up with Yun Cang.
(End of the Chapter)
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