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What has always puzzled Ye Tianchen is that when they were by the lake, those three powerful martial artists tracked the aura and found him and Xiao Ling. If it weren't for his strong Divine Thought that discovered it in time, a fierce battle would have been unavoidable. However, the Egg of the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon was with him and Xiao Ling; besides Black Wind Old Woman, no third party should know about it. And Black Wind Old Woman, along with her subordinate ghost, was completely obliterated by him; it's impossible to spread the word so quickly. Moreover, the aura of those eight martial artists from Blood Sword Mountain is entirely different from the three martial artists who chased him and Xiao Ling by the lake. How did so many sects find out he and Xiao Ling possessed the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon Egg?

"I am an outer disciple of the Blood Sword Sect, which is one of the top powerful legacies in the Penglai Ancient Martial World, and the only one with five Supreme Elders. I don't need to say more about its strength!" the martial artist said to Ye Tianchen.

Ye Tianchen understood that this martial artist was conveying that the Blood Sword Sect shouldn't be messed with, and is extremely powerful. If he were to kill them all, he would most likely end up obliterated himself. However, Ye Tianchen didn't care at all. He's never been indecisive in his actions; he just wanted to know how these forces found out about the theft of the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon Egg and chased them so quickly—it was truly curious.

"After stealing the Egg of the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon, I've already hidden its aura. How did your Blood Sword Sect find out?" Ye Tianchen directly asked.

The martial artist glanced at Ye Tianchen and sneered, "Do you think you can escape? To tell you the truth, the Egg of the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon is highly coveted across the entire Penglai Ancient Martial World. Everyone knows that inside the egg is not only a powerful Immortal Energy but it can also heal almost incurable Taoist injuries and can be refined into a pill to prolong life. Who wouldn't want it? However, the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon is immensely powerful, and if angered, it might bring doom to a whole sect. Thus, all the legacy sects in the Penglai Ancient Martial World have been keeping an eye on it, waiting for a chance to snatch it. We never expected you to steal a march on us, and the egg has special divine imprints on it that cannot be erased. No matter how you try, you can't hide the marks left by legacies on the egg. You will be hunted down for sure!"

Ye Tianchen didn't realize that the Egg of the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon was a well-known item in the Penglai Ancient Martial World and that it received such attention. The reason why they were hunted so quickly by two different legacy forces after stealing the egg was that these powerful legacies feared someone would get it first. Hence, they secretly imprinted indelible marks on the Egg of the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon. Even if it was stolen, they could quickly pinpoint its location and kill the thief.

"Turns out this isn't a treasure, but a disaster!" Ye Tianchen couldn't help but laugh.

"Your power is indeed strong, but you can't resist these mighty legacies. I advise you to hand over the Egg of the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon, let me take it back to Blood Sword Mountain. With our Blood Sword Sect's strength, even if other legacies know, they won't dare act rashly. You're different; as long as you carry the egg, you'll be hunted to death no matter where you go!" the martial artist said, looking at Ye Tianchen.

"Is that so? Pity, I'm someone who loves challenges. I'll carry the Egg of the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon and see which powerful legacies in the Penglai Ancient Martial World will take action against me to seize it!" Ye Tianchen said calmly.

"You're seeking death..." The martial artist never expected that after hearing this, Ye Tianchen wasn't afraid in the slightest, nor did he think of discarding the egg. Instead, he dared to say that—truly courageous.

"Whether I'm seeking death or not, I don't know, but you're about to die!" Ye Tianchen smiled at the martial artist.

Bang!

Ye Tianchen slightly activated his Martial Arts True Qi, and the giant palm formed from it instantly crushed the martial artist's head, obliterating him completely. It was a swift death. He realized while he and Xiao Ling's dwelling was exposed, Blood Sword Sect didn't seem easy to provoke. Just eight outer disciples boast such cultivation strength—perhaps, before dying, this martial artist spoke the truth. The Blood Sword Sect on Blood Sword Mountain was indeed an immensely powerful legacy in the Penglai Ancient Martial World and the only one with five Supreme Elders. If that's true, it must be taken seriously. In any legacy, Supreme Elders are almost revered figures. Their cultivation battle power, honed over time, isn't weak at all. Just thinking about it shows how formidable they are; Ye Tianchen certainly won't underestimate them.

The Penglai Ancient Martial World, not only the most mysterious of the current three ancient martial worlds, but also the one Ye Tianchen knows the least about. Even in the martial arts world from ancient to present, the Penglai Ancient Martial World is said to be a place with tales of immortality. How many places in the martial arts world are legendary for having immortals? Just a few—important beyond measure.

"Buzhou Mountain, supposedly hiding Penglai Immortal Island, a place with legends of immortals—I've got to see it. Although dangerous, the martial arts world is full of adventures. Without risks, where can one find immortal fates?" Ye Tianchen thought resolutely to himself.

The following night was peaceful, as Ye Tianchen sat cross-legged atop a tree until dawn without any other forces attacking. When Xiao Ling emerged from the wooden house beneath the tree, she found Ye Tianchen had already picked a few large wild fruits and placed them outside. Xiao Ling, not being shy, feeling genuinely hungry, especially after drinking a large barrel of wine last night, promptly began eating a wild fruit and looked up to Ye Tianchen, asking, "Did you eat?"

"I already ate earlier. These two are for you. Quickly eat and gather your things; it's not safe here. I need to take you to another place!" Ye Tianchen said, glancing at Xiao Ling.

Xiao Ling paused but said nothing more. She knew this place was dangerous—someone already knew it was she and Ye Tianchen who stole the Egg of the Eight-Armed Evil Dragon. The three by the lake last night were mighty, and eventually, they'd find this place too. As much as she was reluctant, she had to leave because she promised her mother to live well and live a fulfilling life.

After finishing the two wild fruits, Xiao Ling returned under the tree, quickly packed her clothes, and emerged from the wooden house. Ye Tianchen leapt from the tree and looked at Xiao Ling, saying, "We're fleeing, not moving house..."

He was speechless to see Xiao Ling wrapped in big and small packets all over, even carrying water bowls. Ye Tianchen had asked her to pack lightly, yet this girl treated it like a grand move. Is this fleeing or moving house? Completely moving house!

"No, these things are very important to me. I made this wooden bowl myself, and this pillow too, and this stool, I really like..." Xiao Ling said, pouting her lips at Ye Tianchen.

"Alright, I get it. Bring them along, let's hurry!" Ye Tianchen interrupted Xiao Ling.

Carrying all Xiao Ling's belongings, Ye Tianchen grabbed her hand and said, "Be ready; I'm going to use Qi Manipulation Flight now, it might be fast..."

"Hey, wait, I'm scared. Is it safe? You're just holding me like this; what if I fall?" Xiao Ling asked fearfully.

"If I don't hold you like this, then how..." Ye Tianchen asked, slightly unsure.

Xiao Ling looked at Ye Tianchen, chuckled, and said, "How about you carry me on your back?"

"Huh? Carry you?" Ye Tianchen replied, slightly frustrated.

"Yes, this way I won't be afraid. Besides, you're a grown man and a powerful martial artist. You should be able to carry me. Don't be stingy; crouch down and carry me!" Xiao Ling mischievously smiled.

Ye Tianchen couldn't help but chuckle wryly, feeling helpless against Xiao Ling's antics. He crouched down and said, "You really know how to enjoy life—I'm carrying all the luggage and you too. I'm like a porter, and what's worse, a porter without any pay!"

"Oh, come on, don't be so petty as a man. Let's go. By the way, where are we headed?" Xiao Ling pondered and asked. (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to cast recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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