"I never imagined that the ancient Manshan tribe would now live in the Laoshan Ruins. The reason you hesitated to tell the truth earlier was because you were worried that we would discover your non-human identity when we went to the Laoshan Ruins."
Kuishan looked at Ruan Xiyan with even more admiration, "You even guessed this, Sect Master, how did you do it?"
The Manshi tribe lives in the Laoshan Ruins, guarding the Shura Sea for generations and never interacting with outsiders.
His clan revered the strong, and many of its young members used the art of shaping to travel the world and see the vastness of the continent. He was no exception, so he joined the Illusionary Concealment Sect.
Ruan Xiyan did not answer his question, but continued, "I know that the Barbarian Stone Clan is simple-minded and sincere, and they are single-minded in pursuing strength. I believe that you joined the Illusionary Hidden Sect by concealing your identity in order to increase your strength, but we definitely have to go to the Laoshan Ruins."
"Sect Master, I'll go to the Laoshan Ruins with you," Kuishan said.
"Are you going to stop us?" Ruan Xiyan's brow twitched slightly.
Kuishan waved his hand, "Of course not. The sect leader has seen through my identity, but he did not expel me. So I am still a disciple of the Illusionary Concealment Sect. I am willing to lead the sect leader to the Laoshan Ruins."
"Moreover, the Asura Sea that the sect leader wants to go to is guarded by members of our Barbarian Stone Clan. I can speak to the clan leader on behalf of the sect leader to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings and prevent the situation from being a case of 'the flood washing away the dragon king's temple.'"
"You still have such a kind heart?" Yu Qiqi asked suspiciously. "Sister Yan exposed your identity. You're not planning to set a trap to get revenge on her, are you?"
"No way! I admire the sect leader so much, how could I possibly harm him? As long as I am still in the Illusionary Concealment Sect, I will be a member of the sect in life and in death."
Kuishan's eyes were piercing, and his tone was firm; he was almost ready to swear an oath on the spot to prove his determination.
"Come along if you want," Ruan Xiyan said indifferently, not caring whether his words were true or false. In the face of absolute strength, all schemes and tricks would be in vain.
Ruan Xiyan gave Yu Qiqi a reassuring look, and then led Kuishan towards the Laoshan Ruins.
Laoshan Site.
Although this is a secret realm, it is different from other secret realms that are rich in spiritual energy and nurture all kinds of rare and precious materials. The spiritual energy here is thin and there are few people.
"Your Manshi tribe is an ancient race, so why don't you find a place with abundant spiritual energy to settle down, instead of living in this secret realm?" Ruan Xiyan and Jun Yu walked along the path of the Laoshan Ruins, turning to ask Kuishan beside them.
Kuishan scratched his forehead with his finger. "I don't know the specific reason either. I only know that our Manshi tribe has lived here for generations and has never moved."
"The members of the Barbarian Stone Clan are all without fathers or mothers. They are formed from stones that have developed intelligence. They are born with immense strength. We are all raised by the clan chief, who selects some outstanding members of the clan every year to guard the Asura Sea."
“I once overheard our clan chief mention that our Barbarian Stone Clan has its own mission and responsibilities. Even if the world changes and the mountains and rivers change, our Barbarian Stone Clan must stay at the Laoshan Ruins, or more accurately, guard the Shura Sea.”
Upon hearing this, Ruan Xiyan's eyes flashed with a thoughtful expression. Along the way, this Kui Shan was just a fool who only pursued martial prowess and knew nothing about the situation in the Shura Sea.
She had previously heard that the Man Shi tribe were pure-hearted, simple-minded, physically strong, stubborn, and single-minded.
I thought it was an exaggeration, but now I see it's true. At least in Kuishan, these characteristics of the Man Shi tribe are vividly displayed.
However, judging from what he just said, the chieftain of the Barbarian Stone Clan attaches great importance to the Asura Sea, so perhaps he knows that something exists beneath the Asura Sea.
They might even know that beneath the Shura Sea lies a dangerous boundary marker sealed with turbid energy.
"Sect Master, if you want to go to the Asura Sea, why don't you come back to the Barbarian Stone Clan with me first? Without the clan leader's permission, if you approach the Asura Sea, you might clash with the Barbarian Stone Clan members who are guarding it."
Ruan Xiyan nodded. She also wanted to meet the chieftain of the ancient Barbarian Stone Clan and see how much he knew about the boundary marker.
Led by Kuishan, they traversed a winding, labyrinthine stone forest, which appeared to be randomly arranged within the Laoshan Ruins.
However, upon closer inspection, it can be discovered that this stone forest is a natural barrier protecting the barbarian stone tribe. Each stone has a mysterious aspect, and the stone forest is perfectly combined to form a labyrinth containing deadly danger.
Without the guidance of members of the Barbarian Stone Clan, one might easily get lost in this stone forest and never find their way out, or worse, trigger hidden traps within the stone forest and lose their life.
At the end of the stone forest, a village built of stone comes into view.
"Kuishan, you're back!" A familiar clansman came forward to greet him.
"I'm back," Kuishan replied cheerfully.
The tribesman's gaze fell on Ruan Xiyan and Jun Yu beside him. "Humans?! Kuishan, why did you bring humans here! Our Barbarian Stone Clan never receives outsiders."
"This is a long story. They have something to discuss with the chieftain. I will explain this to him personally." After saying this, Kuishan led Ruan Xiyan and the others toward the largest stone house in the tribe.
A tall, middle-aged man with a resolute face sat in the main chair.
"Greetings, Clan Chief," Kuishan said respectfully.
"Kuishan, you brought outsiders to the Manshi tribe. Have you forgotten the tribe's rules?" Chief Chihu said sternly.
“Clan leader, this is Sect Master Ruan of the Illusionary Concealment Sect. I brought them here because I have something to report to you.” Kuishan explained the whole story to Chihu.
"You want to go to the Asura Sea?" Chi Hu's eyes narrowed. "The Asura Sea is no good place; it's surrounded by malevolent energy. What are you going there for?"
"Although our Barbarian Stone Clan lives in seclusion, we have heard of the great name of the Illusionary Hidden Sect Master, and we also know about the famous conflict between medicine and beast that was once widely discussed on the continent."
"Sect Leader Ruan is a smart man. Going to the Asura Sea will not only bring no benefit, but will also bring trouble. It would be better to give up this idea. There are still many good places in the Laoshan Ruins. Sect Leader Ruan can go and take a look at other places."
"The reason why the clan leader is so secretive about the Asura Sea is because there is turbid energy in the depths of the Asura Sea."
Upon hearing this, Chi Hu's hand, which was resting on the armrest of the chair, clenched instantly. "Who exactly are you? What do you know?!"
“I know that the clan leader wants to hide the situation in the depths of the Asura Sea,” Ruan Xiyan said slowly.
Chi Hu looked at Kui Shan, who was standing there looking confused, and waved his hand at him, "Kui Shan, you go down first. I have something to say to Sect Leader Ruan."
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