Reborn as Powerful Minister's Beloved
Chapter 472 - 451 First Update

Chapter 472: Chapter 451 First Update

Master Ling Yi had slowly calmed down by then. Although he lacked extensive combat experience, the potential instinct that men unleashed in the face of danger compelled Master Ling Yi to make a decisive decision—he needed to capture one. Only by observing this creature up close could he understand what steps to take next.

Master Ling Yi could be certain that this kind of creature had not appeared before. Moreover, why had those who went out alive turned into pools of black water? Where had the disciples of Qiandao Temple gone? Thus, these creatures must be related to the disciples of Ghoul Ravine, right?

A spell they had never seen before? Could it transform a person into such a creature?

Master Ling Yi had completely calmed down by now, having moved from initial panic to his current state of mind. He could at least be sure that Ghoul Ravine’s spell harmed the enemy greatly but also inflicted severe damage on themselves.

"Master Ling Yi, everything is ready," Master Qin Liang hurried back, reporting respectfully. His status in the camp had clearly risen a lot because Master Ling Yi called him brother. Especially those mages scattered in the districts and counties—who were looked down upon by their disciples—felt uplifted at this turn of events.

Therefore, Qin Liang’s work had been going very smoothly, especially since Master Qin Liang had indeed saved the lives of his brothers in the camp before.

"Thank you, brother. Please continue to watch closely," Master Ling Yi came back to his senses, nodded his head, and said. There was a Maze Formation in the camp, and all the smaller formations were connected. Any movement would activate the entire formation, ensuring no one from Qiandao Temple could escape.

...

Elder Can was about to pursue, but Yin He stopped him. Elder Can was puzzled, but ultimately, he stopped.

The Young Master still lacked experience. At a time when they were falling apart, one should take the chance to pursue. Once they regrouped, they wouldn’t be as easy to handle.

"Young Master, if we don’t take advantage of the chaos in the camp now, it might be difficult to escape later," Elder Can couldn’t help but speak, his eyes anxiously darting to the Qiandao Temple disciples who had already vanished from sight.

Alas, sacrificing four disciples of Qiandao Temple seemed to have been in vain.

The youth snorted coldly, only thinking about escape, simple-minded, lacking talent—how did he even become an elder?

Elder Can didn’t know that this was what his Young Master was currently thinking. Now that the opportunity had passed, it was somewhat regrettable that his spell hadn’t achieved the desired result.

The youth glanced at Elder Can and saw that he was dispirited. He noticed that Elder Can’s earlier spell had failed and instead had let everyone escape. At the moment, he was more eager to chase after them, intent on turning the situation around.

"You don’t need to worry. In such a short time, for you to have improved this much is already quite commendable. This spell is related to one’s physical constitution. The effects can vary from one person to another depending on their rest and practice," Yin He said.

Elder Can was startled, then instantly understood that his Young Master was comforting him, filling his heart with gratitude.

"My lord, thank you," Elder Can responded, knowing that he had previously studied this spell for some time, and he was quite familiar with some aspects of it. Now that the young man mentioned it, he immediately understood; moreover, they had also identified this issue right after their recent practice. Those with poor talents couldn’t control the energy within them, and the simple way to resolve it was not to use it.

Now, however, the situation was special. The mages of Qiandao Temple were guarding the exits, so they couldn’t break through, which is why those two disciples of Qiandao Temple had volunteered to break the blockade of Qiandao Temple through a sacrificial act, already agreed upon beforehand.

"However, Young Master, it’s most important for us to return to Ghoul Ravine now," Elder Can said, seeing that his Young Master seemed not to be without plans, yet clearly...

"We have more important matters than returning to Ghoul Ravine," the young man said with a smile, a smile that inexplicably sent chills down Elder Can’s spine.

"For many years, Ghoul Ravine has been suppressed by Qiandao Temple, always the same. Why should they be able to live openly under the sun while we must stay in the bitterly cold land, never able to leave?" the young man said casually.

Moreover, if Ghoul Ravine could, just like Qiandao Temple, stand openly in Zheng Capital, how could Zong Yunqian’s status compare to his?

Elder Can was stunned for a moment, then he quickly understood the Young Master’s intentions. To say he wasn’t excited would be false, and he also believed in his Young Master’s capabilities. However, currently, they only had four disciples remaining here, plus two who were still outside, making a total of only eight people. What significant thing could they do?

Moreover, these spells might even cure the old ailment left by the Ravine Master many years ago; these all indicated that now was not the best time to make a move.

Before Elder Can could start advising, he already saw the four disciples of Ghoul Ravine gazing at the young man with admiration. Yes, the bitterly cold land, a reputation as lowly as street rats, why should they stay there?

Elder Can’s heart panicked.

"Young Master, we only have eight people, while the disciples of Qiandao Temple number in the dozens. Moreover, they are reinforced by magic artifacts. We are dispensable, we will not shirk from the great cause of Ghoul Ravine, but you are the hope of Ghoul Ravine, and its future still needs..."

The young man glanced at Elder Can.

"Don’t rush, I’m not planning to annihilate Qiandao Temple just yet. However, we must first let people see Ghoul Ravine. Let’s deal with a direct disciple of Master Huo Yi first," Yin He said slowly, glancing at the few people in the cave. Now the roles had changed. If Ghoul Ravine really replaced Qiandao Temple, at least some followers should be retained.

So, these disciples have gained some value in Yin He’s eyes.

"Young Master, what is your plan?" Elder Can did not dare think too much about it, but considering their journey back, a fierce battle with the opposition was inevitable. As for killing Master Ling Yi, Elder Can certainly wished to do so.

...

"Sir, we are approaching the Northern Border," the further north they traveled, the slower the team’s speed became. In the icy snow, horses were almost useless, and the carts had been replaced by sleds. They were making their way to the Northern Border as quickly as possible.

Ju Nanyi nodded. At this rate, they should arrive at the Northwest Camp in two days and then proceed to the Qiandao Temple’s military camp at the border.

It was only natural that the Crown Prince was wary of Qiandao Temple. The power of Qiandao Temple had been growing increasingly significant, becoming a force that could not be overlooked. A mere flick of his fingers, and Nanzheng State could stir up a storm.

Moreover, there was that prophecy, making it entirely possible for Qiandao Temple to strike a deal with Ghoul Ravine.

Ju Nanyi knew the significance of this trip all too well; in his previous life, he also knew that the existence of Qiandao Temple was like a poison to Nanzheng. Thus, he did not hold back, particularly since he had previously taken advantage of the moment when Qiandao Temple and Ghoul Ravine were most vulnerable.

"Hasn’t the person meeting us been spotted?" Ju Nanyi asked a nearby soldier. Logically, they should have already arrived.

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