#140 - Chapter 140: We Must Not Let Master Hold U Back

Inside the Star River Hall.

The eight peak masters argued for half a day, and finally, under the persuasion of the Grand Elder, they decided on the allocation of slots.

Otherwise, letting them discuss the allocation of slots would inevitably lead to a fight sooner or later.

"Heaven Sword Peak, Myriad Flowers Peak, and Beast Taming Peak each get seven slots; Martial Arts Peak and Talisman Peak each get six; Yin Yang Peak, Array Weapon Peak, and Pill Peak each get five."

"After entering the Eternal Ancient Cave, remember that disciples from each peak must unite and not create internal conflicts!" The Grand Elder said.

No one had any objections, not even Yin Yang Peak and the other two, even though they only received five slots each.

Arguing about slot allocation in the Star River Hall is acceptable, but once outside, they must stand united against outsiders.

Behind closed doors, the nine peaks can engage in open and secret struggles, but that is not allowed when facing outsiders.

"Since there are no objections, then go and prepare. In three days, the Eternal Ancient Cave will open."

"Try to tell the disciples as much as possible about the Eternal Ancient Cave." The Grand Elder waved his hand.

The eight peak masters cupped their hands in salute and then turned to leave.

After they left, the Grand Elder stood in the Star River Hall. Not long after, Luo Yangtian returned.

"Sect Master, the slot allocation is complete," the Grand Elder said, cupping his hands.

"Mm, this opening of the Eternal Ancient Cave is both an opportunity and a danger. If the nine peaks are not united, entering the Eternal Ancient Cave will easily lead to them being defeated one by one. Whether they live or die depends entirely on themselves," Luo Yangtian said slowly.

"Sect Master, regarding the Carefree Peak, do you really want to let Ye Kong go? He is only at the Qi Training stage. Entering would only make him fish on a chopping board, at the mercy of others," the Grand Elder continued.

Luo Yangtian was silent for a long time before saying, "Ye Kong's disciples are not weak. Even if they cannot contend with other sects, they can definitely escape with Ye Kong."

"Furthermore, I have spoken with Xiao Wu and Liu Ruqing. The people they arrange will try their best to take care of Carefree Peak."

"If there really are unexpected events, then this old one can't help it."

"This is Ye Kong's own choice. Whether he can come out alive depends on him."

The Grand Elder's expression shifted slightly upon hearing this, and he nodded.

"I understand."

Luo Yangtian nodded slightly and then said, "During this time, pay more attention to the outside world. When the Eternal Ancient Cave opens, various sects will likely make moves."

"This time, we fell out with the Heavenly Dragon Sect. The Heavenly Dragon Sect will definitely seek alliances with other sects."

"Our Star River Sect is located in a remote area, making it difficult to find sects to form alliances with. Grand Elder, you must remember the sects that are willing to form alliances."

The Grand Elder nodded upon hearing this.

"This subordinate understands."

Luo Yangtian waved his sleeve and left above the Star River.

… …

Carefree Peak.

Xiao Bai and the others looked at each other in dismay. Hearing that their master was also going, their first reaction was, what is Master going to do?

To be a burden?

"We must not let Master go and be a burden!" Lin Yaoyao transmitted her voice to Xiao Bai and Xiao Qing.

"Right!" Xiao Bai and Xiao Qing responded simultaneously.

Master is only at the Qi Training stage. Going to the Eternal Ancient Cave would definitely be a burden.

Lin Yaoyao, Xiao Bai, and Xiao Qing discussed for a while how to prevent Master from going to the Eternal Ancient Cave.

Ye Kong saw Xiao Bai and the other two whispering and walked over, putting down his fishing rod.

"What are you talking about?"

As soon as Lin Yaoyao turned around, she bumped straight into Ye Kong, losing her balance and about to fall.

Ye Kong reached out his right hand and put it around Lin Yaoyao's slender waist, resulting in intimate contact.

In her panic, Lin Yaoyao hooked her arms around Ye Kong's neck.

The two were very close at this moment, able to feel each other's breath as they looked into each other's eyes.

Xiao Bai covered her eyes and turned around, pulling Xiao Qing to turn her back as well.

But Ye Kong was completely calm, even thinking in his heart, this disciple still isn't letting go of me. Doesn't she know that men and women shouldn't touch?

Moreover, this posture is strange.

"Cough cough." Luo Yangtian coughed, interrupting the thoughts of the two, and said, "Sorry, I came at the wrong time."

Lin Yaoyao came back to her senses, pushed her master away, glared at Ye Kong angrily, and turned to fly towards Peach Mountain.

"Why did you push me?" Ye Kong looked at Lin Yaoyao's departing back, looking puzzled.

I caught you, and you still pushed me.

Alas, people's hearts are not what they used to be!

Luo Yangtian had his back to Ye Kong, but he had seen the scene just now.

"Ye Kong, ah Ye Kong, what can I say about you? Hugging and embracing in broad daylight. What would happen if outsiders saw this?" Luo Yangtian said, feeling mentally exhausted.

The key is that your identities are different!

Even if you have feelings for each other, it is impossible to be together.

I said, you master and disciples are always so inseparable. So there is this layer of relationship.

Luo Yangtian reminded, "Ye Kong, pay attention to your relationship and keep your distance from your disciples."

Ye Kong retorted upon hearing this, "Sect Master, you must not misunderstand. She and I are innocent. I just saw that she was about to fall, so I caught her."

Luo Yangtian didn't speak. Do you think I believe that?

Ye Kong knew that Luo Yangtian didn't believe him, so he was too lazy to explain further.

Anyway, she and I are innocent. Think what you want.

Ye Kong sat by the Bitter Sea and picked up his fishing rod to fish.

Luo Yangtian felt somewhat dissatisfied that he was being ignored.

I am the Sect Master! The Star River Sect Master!

Even if you are innocent, you have to explain it to me properly!

Do you still have me, this Sect Master, in your eyes?

After roaring a few times in his heart, Luo Yangtian calmed down, took out a jade slip, and threw it to Ye Kong.

"This is information about the Eternal Ancient Cave. It will be helpful to you. Remember it well, and don't fail to return after going!" Luo Yangtian said unpleasantly and turned to leave.

He really didn't want Ye Kong to go and take risks.

But Ye Kong insisted on going. What could he do?

He could only try his best to protect him.

After Ye Kong took the jade slip, he scanned it with his divine sense and immediately understood.

"Xiao Bai!" Ye Kong shouted. Xiao Bai, who hadn't run back yet, heard the sound and rode Erha back.

"Master."

"This is information about the Eternal Ancient Cave. Take it and read it, and give it to your Senior Sister after you finish reading it."

Ye Kong handed the jade slip to Xiao Bai.

After Xiao Bai took the jade slip, she left riding Erha.

Luo Yangtian, who hadn't gone far, heard Ye Kong's words and saw Ye Kong hand the jade slip to Xiao Bai, and was speechless.

The information recorded in that jade slip was complex and included maps. It would take at least a day and a half to study it thoroughly.

And he had just handed it to Ye Kong, and Ye Kong immediately handed it to Xiao Bai.

"Sigh." Luo Yangtian sighed and left, stepping on the Star River.

On Peach Mountain, in the pond.

Lin Yaoyao sank her whole body into the water, wanting to use the cold pond water to restore her sanity.

But in the water, Lin Yaoyao still recalled the moment of contact with her master earlier.

Thinking of this, Lin Yaoyao's body became even hotter, and her cheeks flushed red.

After holding her breath in the water for a long time, she stuck her head out, patted her face, and let herself regain her sanity.

"Lin Yaoyao, ah Lin Yaoyao, how can you be so depraved? You were once the Female Emperor. What kind of men haven't you seen?"

"Master is handsome, but other than being handsome, he is useless!"

"Male beauty is like a tiger. Don't even think about touching him!"

"Yes, don't think about it!"

Lin Yaoyao hypnotized herself in this way, gradually regaining her calm.