Flowers bloomed in profusion along the roadside. A translucent little girl stood there in a daze, staring at the flowers, lost in thought. A few elderly people strolled by, admiring the blossoms and chatting vivaciously.

On the lawn, a group of young Devil Beasts frolicked merrily, chasing each other incessantly as though they would never tire.

There was no sun here, but the intense celestial light was still somewhat dazzling. Two mountain deer lay in the pleasant shade of a lush banyan tree, perfectly at ease.

There seemed to be very few people inside the blessed land, nor were there many animals. But walking through it, one felt a palpable sense of vitality, with figures visible everywhere. However, a gust of wind would cause those visions to dissipate, vanishing like smoke. After a short time, they would reappear in other places.

The Ghost Immortal Blessed Land was so named for a good reason. It was not just because this blessed land had once been occupied by the Ghost Immortal Sect, but because everything within it perfectly complemented every aspect of the sect. This world possessed a special rule: it automatically attracted the spirits of the deceased, gathering Human Souls and living souls from the surrounding void.

According to the analysis of the Sect Leader and others, this world was very likely related to the legendary Netherworld. It might even be a corner of the Netherworld itself. After millennia, or perhaps even longer, of accumulation, the number of souls within this blessed land had reached an unimaginable level. If the members of the Ghost King Sect had been able to enter this land to collect souls back then, the scale of that Great Demonic Sacrifice would have undoubtedly been far more spectacular.

Besides souls, the yin energy here was also incredibly rich. It was extremely suitable for practicing the Ghost Path or related cultivation methods, as well as for refining similar Magical Treasures and Elixirs. It was also an excellent place for nurturing souls. At the same time, it contained many exotic Spirit Fruits and rare treasures not commonly found in the outside world, which were equally beneficial for cultivating Ghost Path Spells.

Perhaps it was this blessed land that preceded the establishment of the Ghost Immortal Sect, Wang Xiu couldn't help but speculate. Compared to a natural blessed land being coincidentally filled with materials perfectly suited to the Ghost Immortal Sect's practices, creating corresponding cultivation paths based on the characteristics of the blessed land seems far more logical.

Wang Xiu felt no fear toward ghosts. For him, who possessed the Ming Emperor's Prison Scripture, the ghosts should thank their lucky stars he wasn't bullying them. Seeing Wang Xiu walk by, most of the ghosts hid. If they truly couldn't hide, they knelt, prostrated themselves, and kowtowed repeatedly, shivering uncontrollably.

As he walked through the blessed land, his mind was occupied with something else entirely. How do I eliminate those female disciples? "Eliminate," of course, doesn't mean physically. The Immortal Sect would never allow that. Instead, I have to find a way to reform this group. I need to find a reason that will make them want to mine of their own volition, from the bottom of their hearts.

But such a reason was not easy to find. With a group of loyal bootlickers fawning over them, whatever these women wanted, someone would always bend over backward to deliver it. Surely, I don't have to reform that batch of bootlickers, do I? That would be too difficult, and the probability of success is virtually zero.

As he walked on, he soon arrived at the Spirit Vein mine. A burst of feminine exclamations reached him.

"Wow—Jiang Ling'er, your big white rabbit is just too cute!"

"It's so fluffy... and so squishy! I love it so much!"

"It feels amazing to touch!"

"Can I give it a kiss?"

"Okay! But be gentle... It's afraid of pain!" Jiang Ling'er's cautious voice replied.

Wang Xiu looked over intently. He saw several female disciples, who had registered for loans and entered the mine to work, all gathered around Jiang Ling'er. Their eyes shone as they stared at her Soul Pet, the big white rabbit. They snatched it back and forth, ceaselessly kneading it in their hands. At other times, they would hug it tightly to their chests, nuzzling it as if trying to squeeze it to death. From their expressions, it was clear they were utterly captivated by the rabbit's cuteness.

Suddenly, one female cultivator asked, her eyes full of longing, "Junior Sister Jiang, where did you get this big white rabbit? I want one too!"

Jiang Ling'er paused for a moment, then said, "It... my Senior Brother gave it to me!"

"Wow!" the group of female cultivators exclaimed. "Senior Brother Wang Xiu is so good to you, giving you such an adorable bunny!"

"If someone were willing to give me a little cutie like this, I'd die happy!"

"Boohoo, I'm so jealous! Senior Brother Wang Xiu isn't just handsome, he's also so romantic. Junior Sister Jiang, you're so blessed!"

Hearing their exaggerated tones, Jiang Ling'er's face instantly flushed red. For some reason, she said shyly, "Senior Brother is indeed very good to me!"

One of the girls suddenly gave Jiang Ling'er a look that all girls understand. "Does that mean our Junior Sister Ling'er plans to offer herself to him in gratitude?"

Jiang Ling'er's heart hammered against her ribs, and her cheeks burned. She whispered, her voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz, "Not at all, don't talk nonsense!"

"Humph! We don't believe you. Spirit Turtle Peak is so big, and it's just you two, Senior Brother and Junior Sister, living there. Who knows what might have already happened between you two! Come on, tell us! We promise not to tell a soul!"

"There's really nothing..."

"COUGH! COUGH! COUGH!"

Wang Xiu couldn't help but make a sound. If they keep talking, this chapter won't pass the censors!

Startled by the sound, the girls glanced at Wang Xiu, and their faces blushed. To be caught gossiping about someone's private affairs was utterly mortifying. They immediately stuck out their tongues and scattered as if on wings.

Jiang Ling'er's face was so red it looked like it could bleed. She buried her entire head behind the big white rabbit. I'm too ashamed to face anyone! Why, of all the embarrassing topics to discuss, did Senior Brother have to overhear this one? Just kill me now!

"Eek!" she suddenly screamed.

A bold girl had given her a push from behind, sending her stumbling toward Wang Xiu. He quickly caught her and held her steady.

A mischievous voice giggled from behind Jiang Ling'er. "Junior Sister Jiang, we won't interrupt you and your Senior Brother's time alone! Let's go, let's go!"

"...Follow me," Wang Xiu said, slowly shaking his head. He took her by the wrist and led her toward a small grove nearby.

"Senior Brother..."

Feeling his touch, Jiang Ling'er's face grew frighteningly hot, the blush reaching the roots of her neck. Her heart beat so fast it felt like it would leap out of her throat at any moment.

Could it be? Is something really going to happen? I'm not ready at all! Isn't this too fast?

Finally, when they were completely alone, Wang Xiu stopped walking. He turned around to face her.

Jiang Ling'er was both afraid and expectant. She didn't dare lift her head, much less meet his gaze.

"Junior Sister!" Wang Xiu said suddenly.

"Hmm?" Jiang Ling'er still didn't dare to look up.

"I have a few words I'd like to say to your master," Wang Xiu said. "Could you please ask Elder Jiang to come out for a moment?"

Jiang Ling'er froze, her eyes widening. "You want to talk to my aunt?"

Wang Xiu nodded as if it were the most natural thing in the world. "Yes! Isn't Elder Jiang here?"

It was as if Jiang Ling'er had woken from a dream. She had the sudden urge to slap herself.

Jiang Ling'er, oh Jiang Ling'er, what sort of indecent things are you thinking about all day? How dare you have such profane thoughts about your Senior Brother! You truly deserve to die!

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