Chapter 534: Chapter 534

This situation is completely different from what they had imagined.

Earlier, they were still discussing how to split the three corpses, but unexpectedly, someone launched a surprise attack. In the brief moment they froze in shock...

One black spear after another pierced through the void.

Directly puncturing their bodies.

Pinning them right there.

"Brother Lin, why do I feel like I’m hearing screams? Ahead in the mist... You don’t suppose there’s some sneaky bastard hiding inside, just waiting for us to go in and kill us, do you?" Qin Yang was deeply shocked. He never expected that people nowadays could be so sinister and low.

No matter where they went, they always acted openly and honorably. They never engaged in sneaky or dirty behavior.

Yet, they hadn’t anticipated that those living within the Forbidden Land could be so despicable.

[Mana dropped: 600,000 years.]

Unexpectedly, something did drop. That was a nice surprise. He considered these beings to be incredibly weak, posing no real threat. Even if the two Immortal Monarchs had made a move earlier, they could’ve squashed these creatures like ants and wiped them out entirely.

Lin Fan led them forward. Soon, they arrived at the misty area, only to see corpses scattered about—a sight too gruesome to look at.

All of them were fierce creatures that lived within the Forbidden Land.

A rotting creature, not completely dead, grabbed Lin Fan’s ankle and asked resentfully, "How did you discover us?"

It was clearly unwilling to accept its fate.

These beings were hidden deep within the mist of the Forbidden Land, imperceptible even to the Heavenly Eye. Many Immortal wanderers only realized their presence after stepping inside.

They had all been wiped out while waiting patiently, their internal unwillingness blazing like fire.

Qin Yang was ready to finish off the creature with a single strike, but Lin Fan stopped him. Lin Fan didn’t feel the need to kill a dying being solely because of its persistence in seeking the truth.

"Do you want to know?" Lin Fan asked softly, watching the creature’s eager and questioning gaze.

Seeing its appearance stirred a feeling of compassion in him.

All beings have the right to know the truth, especially those on the verge of death. Denying them the truth felt needlessly cruel.

Lin Fan bent down, gazing at the pitiful creature, and softly said, "There’s a traitor among you."

The rotting entity stared at Lin Fan with wide eyes, trying to say something, but its injuries were too severe. In the end, it died silently. Perhaps it didn’t believe him, but it definitely didn’t pass peacefully.

Lin Fan was left somewhat helpless, unsure of what they were thinking. What was the point of such schemes?

Wouldn’t leaving peacefully have been much simpler?

A chilly breeze swept over, making everyone shiver. It came from afar, perhaps signifying that the mysterious presence was angry—angry at their actions.

"He’s mad," Lin Fan remarked.

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Lin Fan responded, "The one who forbids us from entering—the one seething with rage. I can feel his fury."

Qin Yang, hearing Lin Fan, adjusted his robes. This was starting to feel a bit terrifying.

Not long after, they heard the gentle sound of flowing water and playful laughter nearby. Upon hearing this familiar sound, Lin Fan and Qin Yang exchanged glances.

A vivid image flashed in their minds: a scene they were all too familiar with.

There was absolutely no mistake.

Xiang Fei noticed their expressions and his face changed slightly. He warned, "Brothers, this is the Forbidden Land. Don’t overthink things."

Lin Fan smiled faintly and said, "I know this is the Forbidden Land. But I can guarantee that something’s definitely off about this. Relax—you know us well, Brother Xiang Fei. We just want to investigate, nothing more."

"After all the time we’ve spent together, you should trust us by now."

Yet as he said this, even Lin Fan himself started doubting his own words for some inexplicable reason.

Xiang Fei blinked at them, as if silently saying, "You guys are getting harder to believe."

"Let’s go check it out. I feel something’s seriously wrong here." Qin Yang could hardly wait any longer. His mind was brimming with wild fantasies. With his years of experience, he was certain he wasn’t mistaken.

Qin Yang understood that anything odd within the Forbidden Land was never innocent.

But so what if there was danger? Taking a quick look wouldn’t hurt.

Following the sound’s source, they stealthily moved forward.

Ahead was a tranquil pool.

The mist rising from the water resembled an Immortal Realm. Hiding behind the scenery, the three laid eyes on a scene mirroring their imaginations perfectly—indeed, those alluring figures.

Xiang Fei had zero interest in these matters. Having witnessed the tragic death of his first love recently, he had no heart for such trivial things. Of course, whether his eyes would refuse to see wasn’t up to him, so he reluctantly watched as well.

"This feels off—why are we seeing just their backs? Where are their faces?" Qin Yang commented earnestly.

Lin Fan was engrossed, and hearing Qin Yang’s complaint, whispered, "At least we’re getting something to see. What more do you want?"

"True," Qin Yang muttered, feeling that Lin Fan had a point. However, he still couldn’t help wanting to see the faces of these beauties. Why was bathing taking so damn long?

"They’re suspicious," Xiang Fei whispered.

Lin Fan stared intently. "I know they’re suspicious. It’s the Forbidden Land—what isn’t suspicious here? For now, let’s enjoy observing what they’re up to. No rush."

The laughter continued, accompanied by splashes of water.

The movements were tantalizing enough to captivate anyone’s gaze.

The women in the pool seemed to notice Lin Fan and the others hiding nearby. Stretching out their snow-white arms, they gestured enticingly.

Their voices were sweet and coy, tingling their nerves.

Xiang Fei remained indifferent. As a self-proclaimed upright man, he regarded such vulgar sights with little interest. As a high-ranking Immortal, his sole pursuit was the Immortal Path; everything else was insignificant.

"Brother Lin, they’ve spotted us. What should we do next?" Qin Yang asked.

Lin Fan, watching the voluptuous scene ahead, responded calmly, "You go and talk to them. These matters are all yours—I couldn’t care less."

Qin Yang felt the pressure mounting. Having this responsibility fall on his shoulders—it felt like quite the burden. But then again, perhaps Brother Lin truly believed in his abilities.

After all, this delicate mission could only be entrusted to someone exceptional.

"Ladies, sure we can come closer. But first, can you take off your clothes? At least let us get a proper look," Qin Yang boldly suggested.

Both Lin Fan and Xiang Fei turned towards Qin Yang. It was as if they hadn’t expected him to make such audacious remarks.

But then something even more shocking happened. The bathing women, with coquettish laughter, casually took off their clothes.

Qin Yang’s eyes widened, completely mesmerized.

Lin Fan wasn’t much better, though his gaze was purely analytical—carefully examining for ulterior motives, of course. Nothing ulterior at all.

Even the typically aloof Xiang Fei couldn’t help but be drawn in.

"I’ve gotta say, it’s the first time I’ve experienced this in my entire life." Qin Yang wiped away a streak of blood from his nose. In the past, he was all talk—but now, faced with the real deal, he felt like another life milestone was checked off.

"Brother Lin, you’ve gotta admit it: now that things are , we really ought to show some appreciation."

Qin Yang felt obliged to return the favor.

"Alright, we’ve seen plenty. Time to move on." Lin Fan didn’t hide anything. He stepped forward, addressing the women in the pool with a faint smile on his face. "Ladies, we’ve seen enough. I understand what you’re trying to do, but I’m sorry."

He waved his arm, releasing a terrifying Tao Level Divine Power: the Great Cutting Skill.

The sharp energy surged forward, slicing through the Void.

The women in the pool were all cut down, their piercing screams echoing as they transformed into thin mists that dissipated into the air. It’s true what they say: women are all fleeting illusions.

Everything, in the end, was fake.

"Brother Lin, you’re ruthless with your actions. Just casually killing them all?" Qin Yang remarked flatly. "At the very least, they did give us quite a show."

"One glance is enough—no need for more. If they revealed their true forms, I’m afraid you wouldn’t even be able to eat, or worse, you might go blind," Lin Fan explained.

He naturally understood these women weren’t real women but ferocious creatures disguising themselves within the Forbidden Land.

Xiang Fei’s initial shock had subsided entirely.

It was his first time witnessing such a scene too. Though the women were mere creations of the Forbidden Land creatures, they seemed vividly lifelike.

"Let’s be cautious. I suspect these illusions reflect what’s lurking inside one’s heart," Lin Fan stated.

Qin Yang, hearing this, felt somewhat uneasy.

His gaze toward Lin Fan grew strange.

Lin Fan noticed Qin Yang’s expression and said calmly, "What you harbor in your heart—he might sense it, which is why such things appear. You should keep that in mind."

"Me..." Qin Yang felt deeply hurt. Not physically, but emotionally. He never expected Brother Lin to say something like that.

But it was you who wanted to watch earlier!

What does this have to do with me?

They had taken their look—no sense dwelling on it now.

Lin Fan stared resolutely ahead. "The schemes within the Forbidden Land are indeed troublesome. But if he thinks he can make us retreat, he’s dreaming. The more he does, the more fear he reveals."