Chapter 382: Chapter 382

If she went, she would only be a drag.

Wen Zhixing sensed Lianxin’s dejection. He reached out, gently patting her head. "Be good and wait for my return. Practice diligently and strive for an early breakthrough. When the time comes, I’ll bring back a Genius Spirit Seed for you."

"No, no, Sir, you don’t need to worry about me."

Lianxin waved her hands repeatedly, then clasped them tightly. Head bowed, she whispered, "All Lianxin wants is for Sir to have a smooth journey and return safely."

Wen Zhixing paused for a moment, then smiled. "Alright, I promise you."

Qinglian Fairy stood to one side, watching the deep affection between master and servant, a light flashing in her eyes.

But she said nothing.

"Qinglian Fairy, shall we go?" Wen Zhixing turned and clasped his hands in a salute.

Qinglian Fairy nodded, then gently swept her slender white hands forward.

A dazzling golden light flashed in mid-air, and an exquisite flying boat materialized out of nowhere.

The flying boat wasn’t large, but it had a cabin in the middle with carved eaves and painted rafters, more than enough room for several people.

Qinglian Fairy and Wen Zhixing lightly leaped onto the flying boat. Then, guiding it, they sped away without a backward glance.

Lianxin watched the rapidly departing flying boat, her hands clasped tightly before her chest. She murmured, "Sir, come back soon. Lianxin will be waiting here for you."

「Aboard the flying boat, the two stood at the bow, speeding away from the Hundred Tribulations Holy Land.」

Qinglian Fairy glanced at Wen Zhixing, her eyes narrowing slightly. "You’ve tamed Lianxin quite well."

Her words were laden with meaning.

Wen Zhixing looked ahead, not noticing anything amiss, and replied casually, "Fairy Murong ordered her to serve me. It has nothing to do with me."

That’s... the Hundred Demon Valley... the Law Enforcement Hall... the Quenching Body Fire Domain... Various buildings flashed rapidly before his eyes.

The Hundred Tribulations Holy Land was vast.

Even the outer sect was very large. Wen Zhixing had barely visited many places; numerous areas remained unexplored by him.

The next moment, Qinglian Fairy took out an object and tossed it over.

Wen Zhixing quickly reached out to catch it. Upon closer inspection, he found an extremely exquisite mask in his hand.

It was called a mask, but it felt somewhat soft to the touch. It had the texture of skin.

"This is a Spiritual Instrument I used while wandering and training in the outside world. It’s named Thousand Faces," Qinglian Fairy explained. "It can change your appearance according to your thoughts, though its drawback is that it cannot alter your aura."

As she spoke, she handed over a jade pendant and continued, "Also, this jade pendant can conceal your aura for a short time, but don’t keep it activated for long periods. Use it at critical moments."

"Thank you, Qinglian Fairy."

Wen Zhixing took it, feeling slightly moved. Qinglian Fairy has been quite thoughtful.

Although I don’t need these things, they could help prevent me from exposing my Fortune Divine Devil Skill.

"Within the jade pendant is also a Concealing Qi Skill. Once you learn it, it should be enough to confuse the perception of ordinary people," Qinglian Fairy added faintly.

Wen Zhixing expressed his gratitude once more. My opinion of Qinglian Fairy has improved quite a bit.

"Just don’t go getting yourself killed," Qinglian Fairy glanced at him from the corner of her eye and urged, "Aren’t you going into the cabin yet? Do you want to be discovered?"

Wen Zhixing didn’t mind being chided. With a smile, he turned and entered the cabin.

Wen Zhixing fitted the mask onto his head.

[Thousand Faces]: Purple Quality. Wearing this mask allows you to freely transform into anyone’s appearance.

[Disadvantage]: Cultivators above the Primordial Fetus Realm can see through the wearer’s true face.

[Cost 10,000 Creation Point to upgrade to Blazing Gold Quality.]

Wen Zhixing felt an itchy sensation on his face, as if something was crawling on it.

With a thought, the features on his face began to rapidly change.

In just an instant, Wen Zhixing transformed into another person.

His features became more refined, his skin even whiter and smoother. His brow now exuded a gentle, scholarly aura.

The mask is remarkably effective.

It’s worthy of being a Purple Quality Spiritual Instrument.

The effect is even stronger than the Thousand-Faced Illusion Body. Of course, it still can’t compare to the Fortune Divine Devil Skill.

"Clothes make the man, just as a saddle makes the horse."

Wen Zhixing transformed; in a flash, his clothes shifted into a rich and elegant brocaded gown.

At the same time, a folding fan appeared in his hand.

The handle of the fan was purple, carved with exquisite patterns.

The fan ribs were circular, each side intricately carved with two lifelike flood dragons, their bodies coiled around the ribs, majestic and spirited.

Wen Zhixing slightly lifted his right hand, his left gripping the fan handle.

With a gentle shake, a crisp and pleasant CREAKING sound ensued.

Next, he slightly quivered his right arm, and the folding fan danced open, emitting a series of CLANGING sounds.

In an instant, the fan seemed to come alive, emitting bursts of sword-like chimes.

What a spirited and vigorous young master from a noble family I look like now.

Wen Zhixing nodded in satisfaction. Very good.

I look completely different now.

Even someone familiar with me wouldn’t be able to recognize my identity.

And there’s also a Concealing Qi Skill...

Wen Zhixing then swept his spiritual sense over the cultivation skill in the jade slip.

It’s unexpectedly a Purple Quality Concealing Qi Skill.

Qinglian Fairy is indeed quite generous.

[Concealing Skill]: Purple Quality. Can conceal one’s aura, disguise their state, confuse others’ scrutiny, and also render one invisible, making it impossible for others to detect your presence.

[Disadvantage]: Can only evade the scrutiny of cultivators within the Primordial Fetus Realm.

[Spend 10,000 Creation Point to upgrade to Blazing Gold Quality.]

[This skill is the upgraded version of the Heavenly Concealment Skill; your time to master this secret skill will be significantly reduced.]

Oh, it’s an upgraded version of the Heavenly Concealment Skill.

Wen Zhixing was slightly taken aback. This is quite a coincidence.

Upgrading the Heavenly Concealment Skill would require 1,000 Fortune Points.

This way, I’ve just saved that expense.

With the Fortune Divine Devil Skill, I no longer need a method to conceal my qi... Wen Zhixing looked down, pondering for a moment, then muttered to himself, "However... if this Concealing Skill is upgraded further, perhaps there will be other changes."

I had no intention of upgrading the Heavenly Concealment Skill, but since this doesn’t cost any Fortune Points, it’s still worth learning.

The next moment, Wen Zhixing closed his eyes slightly and began to rapidly comprehend.

His innate comprehension was already high. Coupled with the progressive relationship between the Heavenly Concealment Skill and the Concealing Skill, he had a solid foundation. I just need to ponder some bridging aspects.

Wen Zhixing only needed to deduce a little, and he had already grasped most of it.

「An incense stick later.」

[Through your diligent cultivation, your Concealing Qi Skill: Concealing Skill has reached the entry level.]

Not bad, a bit quicker than I anticipated, Wen Zhixing thought as he opened his eyes, his aura changing once again. Chapters fırst released on novel·fıre·net

A gentle smile spread across Wen Zhixing’s face. "Junior Brother Wang, I’ll have to borrow your name again."

He had already decided on the name he was going to use: Wang Shouzhen.

To avoid attracting Fairy Murong’s attention, I won’t use the Fortune Divine Devil Skill this time.

The Concealing Skill should be enough.

After changing his identity, Wen Zhixing no longer needed to stay inside the cabin.

The next moment, he stepped forward and appeared at the bow of the boat.

As soon as he stepped out, Wen Zhixing felt an extremely oppressive sensation.

In front of him, large patches of black fog appeared.

Wen Zhixing was startled.

The sound of RUSHING water filled his ears. A vast, murky fog rolled over a glistening water surface.

They had already entered the periphery of the Hundred Tribulations Holy Land: a huge river engulfed in gray fog.

The current was swift, as if a dragon surged beneath it.

The flying boat was now drifting steadily on the river.

Compared to the last time, Wen Zhixing now felt the terror within this river even more acutely.

Whether it’s this gray fog or the river itself, both harbor immense horrors.

Any rash action here would undoubtedly lead to annihilation.

Qinglian Fairy stood on the deck at the bow, her expression solemn.

This place was dangerous; even she felt palpitations with each river crossing.

Sensing the appearance of an unfamiliar aura, she immediately frowned and turned her head.

Qinglian Fairy’s eyes widened slightly, almost unable to react. Wait, is the person before me Wen Zhixing?

How has his aura changed so completely?