Chapter 667 - 674: Finally Gathered

At the same time, Yun Yangzi, the ancestor of the Ancient Cold Sect, was also wrestling with a dilemma.

He was keenly aware of Song Wanning’s strength. They had interacted before, and he knew she was a good person.

She wouldn’t lie to him without a good reason.

That was why he was so torn now that he was truly faced with this choice.

It’s human nature to seek gain and avoid harm, especially for cultivators of his level. With ascension just around the corner, he was naturally unwilling to take unnecessary risks.

Besides, if anything happened to him, the Ancient Cold Sect would inevitably suffer the consequences.

But...

This concerned the fate of the world. If he truly turned his back on it, would he come to regret his decision?

’And if I don’t agree, where else will Song Wanning find someone?’

Conflicting thoughts flooded his mind, and for the moment, Yun Yangzi couldn’t make a firm decision.

Meanwhile, in the Demon Palace, Baili Shang was trying to persuade the Demon King.

Watching his son’s animated expression, the Demon King’s lips couldn’t help but twitch.

"Brat, are you so smitten you’d throw your old man’s life away for a pretty face?"

he teased.

Baili Shang’s expression froze. "Dad, please stop joking. This is serious!"

"I hope you’ll go, but I’m even more worried about your safety!"

"But I’ve also thought it over. Cultivation is a path where you either advance or fall behind!"

"You’ve been stuck at your current cultivation level for too long. To ascend, you still have to face the great hurdle of the Heavenly Tribulation."

"With an opportunity like this to make a breakthrough, I refuse to believe you aren’t tempted!"

Baili Shang knew his father all too well. He was a man who had always been bold and unafraid of a challenge.

Otherwise, he never would have been able to secure his position at such a young age.

After listening to his son, the Demon King smiled wryly.

"You brat... I guess you do know me well!"

A sharp glint flashed in his eyes.

’Claiming it’s for the sake of the world would be too hypocritical.’

He was doing this for his own chance to ascend!

Now that the opportunity was right in front of him, he would be truly unsatisfied if he didn’t give it a try.

"Go tell her. Your father is willing to give it a shot!"

The Demon King waved his hand in amusement. ’A son, once grown, won’t stay. That girl has this brat completely wrapped around her finger.’

’The sad thing is, he’s serving himself up on a platter, and she doesn’t even want him.’

The more he thought about it, the more exasperated he felt. The Demon King shook his head and went back inside.

Baili Shang knew his father had gone to make preparations, and his heart tightened slightly.

A dark glint flashed in his eyes. ’No matter how dangerous it is, I have to go too. If we run into trouble, I can be the one to face it.’

Taking out a Communication Talisman, he eagerly told Song Wanning the news.

"Thank you. I’ll contact you again once I’ve confirmed the time."

Hearing Song Wanning’s gentle voice, Baili Shang couldn’t help but smile.

"I’ve told you, there’s no need for such formalities between us."

He exchanged a few more pleasantries before ending the call on the Sound Transmission Talisman, and the smile on his face gradually faded.

There was a time when he had thought of himself as an unrivaled genius, that nothing in the world was a challenge for him.

But ever since meeting Song Wanning, that perception had been slowly chipped away.

And now, Song Wanning had far surpassed him.

Although they were both at the Body Integration Realm of cultivation, he knew her ascension was imminent.

If they succeeded in restructuring the world, this realm would no longer be able to contain her.

’And me?’

’Who knows how long I’ll be struggling in the Spirit Realm.’

At that moment, he was filled with immense regret. ’If I had only known I would meet her, I would have cultivated diligently without taking a single moment of rest!’

’Now I can’t even keep up with her. How can I even talk about protecting her?’

A flicker of disappointment and frustration passed through Baili Shang’s heart. He secretly vowed that once this was all over, he would focus solely on his cultivation, strive to ascend as soon as possible, and stand by Song Wanning’s side!

...

「The next day」

Song Wanning met with Meng Po.

Although Meng Po looked the same, today she had a new trace of vitality about her.

She seemed far less burdened by sorrow.

Song Wanning was just growing curious when Meng Po spoke. "I’m willing to go with you. Whatever the outcome, I won’t blame you!"

With her first words, she had addressed the very worry hidden in Song Wanning’s heart.

Since this was her own choice, she wouldn’t let Song Wanning bear the consequences.

"Alright!"

Song Wanning stood up, a bright light flashing in her eyes.

’Now, only Yun Yangzi is left!’

She didn’t rush her, saying with a smile, "Senior, you can put your affairs in order first. We’re in no rush!"

"Alright!"

Meng Po didn’t hesitate. Now that she had decided, she would move forward boldly.

’Once I reach the Immortal Realm and see Mu Zixu again, I will have no regrets.’

After settling things with Song Wanning, she hurried off to arrange her affairs.

She was about to leave. Regardless of whether she succeeded or not, it would be a long time before she could return to the Netherworld.

Therefore, she had to delegate her duties to the other elders and leave a message for the Netherworld King.

Meng Po quickly got busy. Song Wanning had expected a long wait, but to her surprise, good news arrived from Luo Hantian around noon.

Yun Yangzi was also willing to take the risk.

With that, everyone had been gathered.

A weight was temporarily lifted from Song Wanning’s heart. She immediately lit the Boundary Communication Incense.

Amidst the swirling smoke, the face of Mo Yang Immortal Venerable soon appeared.

"Immortal Venerable, I’ve already found the people on my end. As soon as you are ready, we can take action!"

"You found them?"

Mo Yang Immortal Venerable was taken aback, astonished by her speed.

’These were Mahayana Peak Cultivators from several different races. How could Song Wanning gather them all so quickly?’

’And they were even willing to take the risk?’

He studied the young woman before him again. She was always accomplishing surprising feats.

For those people to agree so readily, it essentially came down to their trust in Song Wanning.

’This young woman is truly formidable.’

"Very well. Since you are ready, let’s discuss the timing."

Mo Yang Immortal Venerable wasted no more words. He and Song Wanning set the date for two months from now, giving everyone ample time to travel.

"Alright!"

Song Wanning extinguished the Boundary Communication Incense, but her expression grew grave.

She let out a sigh and sent Communication Talismans to her master and her martial aunt.

She had a habit of sharing only good news and hiding her worries, so she didn’t tell them about her mission. She only said that she was going to a mysterious place and might be gone for a long time.

She told them not to worry.

Leng Qingzhu and Liu Lan Yi verbally agreed, but deep down, they were extremely worried.

Knowing Song Wanning’s personality, the fact that she had proactively informed them meant that the place she was going was probably extremely dangerous.

But such was the nature of the Cultivation World, filled with danger at every turn. They couldn’t possibly restrict Song Wanning’s movements.

Other than offering a few more words of caution, there was little else they could do.

A great gap in power had formed between them and Song Wanning long ago.

All they could do now was cultivate diligently. Not holding Song Wanning back was the greatest help they could provide.

After making these final arrangements, Song Wanning’s mind was at ease.

Once Meng Po had her affairs in order, Song Wanning immediately sent out a notification to everyone, setting a time to rendezvous at the tomb.

Then, she and Meng Po set out on their journey.

At this point, Xuan Yan stopped hiding and appeared openly, taking a seat beside Song Wanning.