Young Noble Be Monster Slaying

Chapter 635: If You Are The One Handling It, I Have No Worries

When Jiang Yuebai had been listening to his father talk about her mother, she didn't cry.

Even when she had been worried about not being able to see her esteemed teacher, she did not cry.

When Chu Liang had been heavily injured and missing and she had no idea if he was alive, she never cried.

But at this very moment, she suddenly felt an uncontrollable urge to cry.

What is this? She thought. My father and I searched across the land of the nine provinces, hoping to find just one piece of the scroll. Yet, Chu Liang just casually pulled out two? Had we shown him earlier, we would have saved six years of effort?

The Whale-Riding Immortal's face was filled with sadness and frustration as he carefully took the scroll pieces Chu Liang handed over. Comparing them to his own piece, he found that they fit together perfectly.

He looked at Chu Liang, then back at the scroll pieces, and asked softly, "Where did you get these scrolls?"

WHERE DID YOU GET THESE SCROLLS...

Chu Liang recounted in detail how he had come across the two scroll pieces. After listening intently, the Whale-Riding Immortal fell into deep thought.

The Whale-Riding Immortal murmured, "Years ago, I had arranged to meet Jin Mucuo, but he vanished without a trace. Later, I found a message he left behind, saying he was being hunted by Xuan Yinzi of a diabolical sect. He mentioned planning to seek refuge with the Mount Shu Sect. The golden skeleton you encountered was likely his... Alas, it seems he met a tragic end, but at least he managed to keep the scroll out of the diabolical sect's hands."

He then glanced at Chu Liang and asked, "The Soul Destroyer Sect's scroll piece—you obtained that as well? The members of Scarlet-Robe Hall must have mistaken you for me, which is why they let you go unharmed."

Then, a moment of silence followed as the Whale-Riding Immortal scrutinized Chu Liang from head to toe. Though he had always thought highly of the young man, he hadn't truly regarded him as a significant figure due to his comparatively weaker strength.

But now, as he looked again, a flicker of envy crept into his eyes. He had spent over twenty years searching in vain, while Chu Liang had managed to stumble upon the scroll pieces purely by chance. It was hard not to attribute this to a stroke of extraordinary destiny.

The realization was enough to make one's teeth itch with frustration.

Chu Liang said, "I only blame myself for not asking earlier. If I had clarified things back then, it would have saved both you and Senior Sister Jiang a lot of effort. This is indeed my responsibility."

"How could this be your fault?" The Whale-Riding Immortal replied with a faint, complex smile. "No matter how you look at it, this is a good thing."

"With these two pieces, you will only need to find the last one," Chu Liang said reassuringly. "I believe you'll be reunited with your wife soon."

"Thank you so much," the Whale-Riding Immortal said solemnly.

"You saved my life back then, an act of immense kindness and grace I could never repay. What are two scroll pieces in comparison?" Chu Liang said earnestly.

"No need to mention that," the Whale-Riding Immortal replied with a smile, waving his hand. "Just treat Yuebai well."

"Father..." Jiang Yuebai furrowed her brows and lightly scolded him.

Chu Liang smoothly responded, "That's only natural."

After some lighthearted banter, the Whale-Riding Immortal's tone shifted. "As for the last piece of the Divine Ruins' scroll, we actually have a lead."

"Oh?" Chu Liang's eyes lit up with anticipation.

"Years ago, a piece of the map to the Immortals' Storehouse appeared in the border city of Muzhi, sparking fierce competition among the city's major families. The result? Overnight, four prominent families of the world of immortality cultivators left Muzhi City," the Whale-Riding Immortal recounted solemnly.

"Yuebai and I have already investigated two of them recently," he continued. "That leaves only the Lei Family of Cliffhold Bastion and the Gu Family of Blossom Barbarian Kingdom. If that piece of the map is indeed a piece of the Divine Ruins' scroll, it's most likely in the hands of one of these two families."

"In that case, looking into whether these families possess the Divine Ruins' scroll will require some effort," Chu Liang said thoughtfully. "I believe I can lend a hand."

"Alright," Jiang Yuebai agreed with a nod. "Father, you can investigate the Gu Family, and leave the Lei Family to the two of us. You already know how capable Chu Liang is—this will save us a lot of time."

"Very well, but remember to act discreetly." The Whale-Riding Immortal said as he patted Chu Liang on the shoulder. "If you're the one handling it, I have no worries."

...

High Moon Kingdom, Crimson Moon Valley.

Under the cover of night, the valley glimmered faintly with starlight. Scattered across its expanse were countless slender leaves of Crimson Moon Celestial Grass, their upright forms glowing with an otherworldly red hue. The veins on each leaf pulsed rhythmically, as if blood flowed within them, and with every pulse, a tiny bead of starlight seemed to flicker at the tips of the leaves. The moonlight spread over the valley like a frosty veil, drawn into the grass as though absorbed by its very essence.

This plant with multiple leaves along its stem was none other than the Crimson Moon Celestial Grass. Highly selective about its growing environment, it was nearly impossible to cultivate even a single stalk outside its natural habitat. Only in Crimson Moon Valley could it grow in such abundance. Despite its rarity, this grass was famous for its powerful healing abilities and was essential for making top-quality healing medicines.

Thanks to this grass, the High Moon Kingdom had become the prized jewel among the kingdoms of the Western Regions.

Because of its value, the kingdom guarded it with utmost care. Cultivators from the Grand Wind Hall patrolled the valley's entrance and sides in shifts, ensuring this vital resource was well-protected.

But tonight, a deadly threat silently crept into the valley, carried by the wind.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh—

Suddenly, streaks of black light tore through the air at incredible speed, striking down the cultivators guarding the upper valley before they could even react.

With a series of muffled thuds, the guards on the opposite cliff realized something was wrong. But as they turned to respond, they were ambushed by a group of black-clad attackers.

The black-clad attackers wielded glowing enchanted tools, their brilliance slicing through the darkness as they swiftly overpowered the guards, leaving them collapsed and motionless on the ground.

"Move quickly!" Tian Mingtai's voice rang out sharply.

He stood at the forefront, gripping a shimmering silver crossbow, his expression dark with resentment.

"The Mount Shu Sect and the High Moon Kingdom have gone too far," he snarled through clenched teeth. "Deceiving us, cutting deals behind our backs! Today, we'll destroy every last stalk of Crimson Moon Celestial Grass in this valley and burn the rest to ashes. If we can't have it, the Mount Shu Sect won't get a single leaf either!"

If this had been just a failed business negotiation, Tian Mingtai might not have been so bitter. But wasting time on a wild goose chase after High Moon Kingdom's so-called missing princess, only to return and find that the kingdom had already begun hosting a celebratory banquet with the representatives of the Mount Shu Sect, stoked a fury he could no longer contain.

A wave of humiliation surged through him.

The thought of those arrogant young men from the Mount Shu Sect—White Jade Fan and Mountain Tiger—only made it worse. To him, they were mere lapdogs riding on the coattails of Red Cotton Peak's success.

In Taotie City, they probably wouldn't even be considered worthy enough to find wives.

Today, I'll show you how ruthless the martial world can be! Tian Mingtai roared inwardly, his face twisting with malice as he prepared to carry out his "if I can't have it, no one can" philosophy.

But just as he moved, a sudden burst of brilliant light illuminated the sky, like a full moon descending to hover over the valley.

"Tian Mingtai!" boomed the voice of the High Moon Kingdom's royal uncle, shaking the air like thunder. "So, you dare harbor such malicious intent, plotting to destroy the foundation of my High Moon Kingdom!"

Shopkeeper Tian trembled as he looked up, his eyes widening in disbelief. Alongside High Moon Kingdom's royal uncle, an airship hovered silently in the sky. Though modest in size, its pitch-black exterior was inscribed with intricate stealth formations, making it almost invisible in the darkness.

Onboard the airship stood representatives from the Mount Shu Sect alongside members of the High Moon Kingdom's royal family, including the king himself, who stood with his hands clasped behind his back, observing the scene with a calm yet authoritative demeanor.

Tian Mingtai's supposedly covert operation had, in fact, unfolded entirely under their watchful eyes. n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

"This..." Tian Mingtai stammered, his voice trembling as fear set in. "This is a misunderstanding... let me explain—"

"Explain it to the King of the Netherworld!" the royal uncle bellowed, cutting him off.

With a wave of his hand, he unleashed a palm strike of terrifying power.

Boom—

Being the only seventh-realm cultivator present, his attack was utterly unstoppable.

In an instant, the massive moonlight descended with crushing force, and Tian Mingtai could only let out a desperate scream: "Aaaaah!!!"

The High Moon Kingdom's king let out a sigh of relief and said, "Thanks to the two of you for your warning. I would never have imagined Taotie City capable of such a heinous act. Had they succeeded in destroying the Crimson Moon Celestial Grass, my kingdom would have been gravely weakened for the next century."

"Heheh," Lackey A said, unfurling his White Jade Fan with a light laugh. "It's all thanks to our Big Bro's foresight. Even though he was in a rush before departing, he specifically reminded us to be cautious of any desperate measures by Taotie City."

"Young Hero Chu is truly wise and resourceful," the king said with admiration. "At first, he used an alias, and I assumed he was just an ordinary cultivator. I couldn't understand how someone so young could possess such skill and insight. Later, I learned he was none other than Young Hero Chu, who nearly single-handedly led his sect to victory at the Assembly of Immortal Sects years ago. Everything made sense after that."

"Exactly," Lackey B chimed in with a nod. "The success of Red Cotton Peak over the past six years is largely thanks to the foundation he built back then."

"Young Hero Chu possesses both intelligence and combat prowess," the king continued, his voice full of praise. "As expected of Di Nufeng's disciple—an exceptional teacher raising an exceptional student."

Lackey A and Lackey B exchanged glances and then let out an awkward laugh: "Aha... ahahaha..."