“Speaking of the original owner of Among the Colorful Clouds, that’s quite a big deal.”
After pretending to be a storyteller for a month, she opened her folding fan, ready to tell a story, looking rather elegant.
“Among the Colorful Clouds isn’t a powerful force in Yizhou, maybe not even a Huang Rank, but its owner was a Demoness who shook the world, ranked number one on the Evil Black List—Yu Yi Jue! Her seven disciples were all extraordinary talents, any one of them could stir up a bloody storm in the Jianghu!”
“So even though Among the Colorful Clouds had few members, as long as Yu Yi Jue’s sect remained, no force in the world dared to covet it lightly, not even the Imperial Family of Great Yan.”
Yu Yi feigned curiosity and asked, “If that’s the case, then why is the current owner of Among the Colorful Clouds the Ghost Shadow Sect?”
“That’s because something happened to Yu Yi Jue’s sect.”
The storyteller explained:
“As far as I know, several of Yu Yi Jue’s disciples betrayed the sect. She herself was even framed by one of her disciples and is no longer in Among the Colorful Clouds, which allowed the demonic Ghost Shadow Sect in Yizhou to take advantage.”
Yu Yi feigned surprise and asked again, “The Demoness was so powerful, why would her disciples betray her?”
Blue Ling’er and Huang Doudou quickly echoed, “Yeah, why is that?”
The two had never heard Master speak about the reasons behind the other disciples’ betrayal.
Blue Ling’er and Huang Doudou had assumed Master simply had her reasons for not telling them.
But now, perhaps even Master herself didn’t know why the others betrayed her?
It’s unclear if the original owner knew or not.
Anyway, Yu Yi didn’t know.
She was deliberately probing for information—if she could get some clues from this storyteller, it might awaken related memories, which would help Yu Yi deal with other traitors in the future.
“This… isn’t something I would know.”
The storyteller closed her fan and replied with a bitter smile:
“There are many rumors in the Jianghu about the turmoil within the Demoness’s sect. If you’re interested, you can ask around. But right now, we need to focus on attacking the Ghost Shadow Sect, so can we end this topic here?”
Blue Ling’er frowned at her words, about to press further, but Yu Yi gave her a look.
This was just Yu Yi’s test—getting no valuable information was within her expectations.
If they kept asking, they’d only get more rumors.
She could have Huang Doudou investigate later, so there was no need to waste time now.
There were more important matters at hand.
“Please.”
Blue Ling’er stepped aside, making way.
“Thank you.”
The storyteller cupped her fists again, then walked forward a few steps, bending down to retrieve the Barrier-breaking Disc from the blood-soaked clothes of the burly man.
Seeing the storyteller acquire the Barrier-breaking Disc, the surrounding members of Hundred Martial Sects all breathed a sigh of relief.
Some of them even rubbed their hands eagerly, excited:
“Great, with this Barrier-breaking Disc, we can finally enter Among the Colorful Clouds!”
“While the First Seat of Ghost Shadow Sect is still in seclusion, now is our golden opportunity!”
Huang Doudou counted their numbers, tilting her head curiously.
“But with just this many people, can you really take on the Ghost Shadow Sect? Even though the First Seat hasn’t come out yet, I heard the Second Seat, Fragmented Shadow, is a Martial King Second Realm expert.”
Martial King Second Realm—stronger than Huang Doudou, below Blue Ling’er, and a mere small fry that Yu Yi could erase with a flick.
But for Hundred Martial Sects, an obscure righteous sect, it was a formidable enemy.
“You really underestimate our Hundred Martial Sects.”
The storyteller chuckled softly and snapped her fingers.
In the next moment, the sound of thunderous footsteps echoed around them.
Yu Yi narrowed her eyes and swept her gaze around, discovering that the ordinary civilians who had withdrawn earlier had all surrounded them now.
The entire street’s people were actually all disguised members of Hundred Martial Sects!
“If you’re going to hide your identity, blending in as commoners is essential.”
Yu Yi said calmly.
“Doudou, when we get back, I’ll personally supervise your training.”
“Yes, Master…”
Huang Doudou replied miserably.
Judging by her expression, she must have been slacking off during practice.
Huang Doudou hadn’t noticed a single disguised Hundred Martial Sects member among the commoners before, which meant she still had room to improve and that Hundred Martial Sects were indeed skilled.
“By the way, is your purpose for attacking Among the Colorful Clouds only to purge the Ghost Shadow Sect?”
Yu Yi thought of something and asked the storyteller.
“Of course, that’s not all.”
The storyteller clenched her fist, her ambition burning.
“Our true goal is—”
But before she could finish, a deep voice interrupted.
“A Ying, that’s enough.”
An elderly man with a hunched figure walked out from among the commoners, leaning on a cane, frail and thin.
Yet as he approached, a golden light flashed from his body, and in an instant, he transformed into a tall, immortal-looking old sword cultivator.
At his appearance, everyone knelt down and respectfully greeted in unison, “Greetings, Sect Master! Sect Master, may you be ever well!”
Yu Yi raised an eyebrow.
This person was the Sect Master of Hundred Martial Sects?
Even the Sect Master appeared in person.
It seemed Hundred Martial Sects truly had other motives for entering Among the Colorful Clouds.
“Since we have the Barrier-breaking Disc, there’s no need to waste time. Everyone, prepare to depart.”
With a single command from the Old Sect Master, all disciples of Hundred Martial Sects responded in unison, marching toward Among the Colorful Clouds.
At that moment, Yu Yi’s calm voice echoed.
“Wait.”
She looked straight at the Old Sect Master who had turned back.
“The Ghost Shadow Sect is also an enemy to us three Master and disciples. May we lend a hand in this campaign?”
“Although we’re facing the Ghost Shadow Sect, not the Demoness and her disciples, the First Seat of Ghost Shadow Sect could emerge at any time. The risk is high—it’s best the three ladies don’t get involved.”
The Old Sect Master advised solemnly.
Yu Yi instantly saw through his thoughts and smiled faintly.
“All risks will be borne by us three Master and disciples. If anything happens, it has nothing to do with Hundred Martial Sects.”
You’re just afraid of taking on unnecessary responsibility, right? Then I’ll make it easy for you.
Sure enough, upon hearing Yu Yi’s words, the Old Sect Master stroked his long beard.
“Since the three ladies insist, then join us.”
At the same time, hiding in the distance, Chi Ming watched the Demoness and her companions move with the Hundred Martial Sects and felt a surge of dread.
“Oh no! You’ve all been tricked by the Demoness! If you bring her along, what’s ahead is hell! This Demoness is truly sinister and cunning!”
Chi Ming could already imagine the fate of Hundred Martial Sects, panicking and wishing she could rush out to stop them.
However, in the instant she poked her head out—
Up ahead, Yu Yi slowly turned her head and gazed deeply at her.
Chi Ming instantly sucked in a cold breath and ducked back.
She… She knows I’ve been following behind all this time?