Chapter 1386: Teasing

As dawn approached, the three successively stepped into the Diwang City teleportation array and entered the spatial channel.

Why else would it be called Diwang City? The teleportation channel was incredibly domineering, enhanced with an extremely mysterious power that made it nearly impossible for ordinary people to break through—and even if they could, no one would dare try.

The three remained silent. Qi Wang just kept chuckling to himself, having transformed into the form of a donkey, but he incessantly sniffed the feminine scent on his donkey hooves, his laughter taking on a lecherous edge.

As for Ji Ningshuang, she was as usual, buried in her wordless book, oblivious to the world around her.

Ye Chen, meanwhile, had checked her divine sea more than once. Seeing that strand of memory immortal light still wandering within it, he felt utterly frustrated. Up to this point, he hadn't found any clues as to why the reincarnation process worked flawlessly for others but failed completely in her case.

Just as he was pondering this, Ji Ningshuang, who had been focused on her book, slightly lifted her face and glanced at Ye Chen.

The two exchanged a brief look, then turned together toward the rear, sensing that someone was following them.

Gazing into the distance, they saw nine blurry figures: six Da Sheng and three Zhun Sheng. Upon closer inspection, it was clear they were Tianfa Shenzi, Yuhua Shenzi, and Cangling Shenzi.

The spatial channel was a bizarre and twisted realm, and the nine figures gradually drew nearer, their forms becoming more distinct. The three leading Shenzi from the sacred lands wore sinister smiles, their eyes gleaming with murderous intent.

At the sight, Ye Chen didn't hesitate—he directly stored Qi Wang into his great cauldron. The newcomers were clearly hostile, and with six Da Sheng among them, a single strike from them could obliterate the group.

Tianfa Shenzi:"I thought you were going to hide in the brothel for the rest of your life."

Ye Chen scratched his ear, replying casually, "Well, the money ran out, so we had to leave." Though he appeared relaxed on the surface, his mind was on high alert, ready to escape at any moment. Facing an lineup of six Da Sheng, both he and Ji Ningshuang could be instantly killed—this was no joke.

Cangling Shenzi laughed mockingly, his eyes full of malice."You've provoked people you shouldn't have."

Ye Chen smirked."As Shenzi of a sacred land, you shouldn't be so narrow-minded."

Yuhua Shenzi licked his crimson lips, his face twisted in savagery."Since we didn't catch that wretch Hua Wu, we'll just have to make do with you."

Ye Chen remarked coolly."She's still a top courtesan, so you should watch your mouth."

In his heart, Ye Chen felt a twinge of relief. Thankfully, Nanming Yushu had used a secret technique to conceal her aura and disguised herself as a man when going out. If these beasts had targeted her, the consequences would have been unthinkable.

Reflecting on the concealment, Ye Chen realized he had been careless. He had assumed Diwang City was safe enough and hadn't bothered with his usual Zhou Tian evolution to hide his secrets, not even changing his appearance.

Who would have thought that the three Shenzi would have the persistence to wait outside the brothel and follow him all the way into the Diwang City teleportation channel? It seemed they were intent on finishing him off here.

Tianfa Shenzi chuckled perversely, rubbing his brow in thought."Let me think about how to make your life a living hell. Otherwise, I won't be able to quench this hatred in my heart."

Ye Chen snorted."This is the Diwang City teleportation channel. Aren't you afraid of Diwang City holding you accountable for killing someone here?"

He subtly pulled Ji Ningshuang closer as he spoke.

Tianfa Shenzi advanced slowly, divine powers already manifesting in his palm."Killing an insignificant Zhun Sheng like you won't be enough to bring down punishment on a sacred land Shenzi."

Ye Chen cursed loudly."Then bring it on!"

With that, he turned and fled, Ji Ningshuang right on his heels.

A Da Sheng from Tianfa Sacred Land suddenly looked up, intent on capturing them on the spot.

Tianfa Shenzi waved him off with a laugh."No need to use a sledgehammer to crack a nut. Don't rush, elder. I can handle them alone."

Yuhua Shenzi added, "I quite enjoy the thrill of the hunt," as he shot forward like a divine ray, his speed matching Tianfa Shenzi's, a playful smirk on his lips.

Cangling Shenzi chimed in with a eerie laugh, "How could I miss out on such fun?" and joined the chase.

The six Da Sheng stroked their beards, showing no inclination to intervene or stop the Shenzi. They simply followed at a leisurely pace.

They were well aware of their Shenzi's prowess—each capable of slaying saints—and with a three-against-two setup against mere Zhun Sheng, there was no chance of failure.

Ahead, Ye Chen and Ji Ningshuang fled at top speed, one like a divine ray and the other like immortal light, their paces perfectly matched. If it were just the three Shenzi pursuing them, they wouldn't be worried, but the presence of six Da Sheng made this a far more dangerous scenario, well beyond their ability to confront.

Most crucially, even in the spatial channel, Ye Chen's immortal eye was still suppressed by the Diwang seal, rendering him unable to manipulate the heavenly dao. Since they couldn't fight back effectively, their only option was to escape—otherwise, they'd likely be obliterated by the Da Sheng.

Fortunately, the six Da Sheng weren't joining the chase; only the three Shenzi were in pursuit.

This played right into Ye Chen's expectations. Sacred land Shenzi were born arrogant and self-assured, viewing themselves as invincible among their peers. In a three-against-two situation, they wouldn't dream of involving the Da Sheng—it was more entertaining for them to hunt their prey personally.

What Ye Chen wanted was exactly this. In terms of speed, he and Ji Ningshuang could leave the three Shenzi in the dust by miles. As for combat, each of them could take on a group of Shenzi like these.

Moreover, the two coordinated seamlessly. They didn't flee at full speed; instead, they'd run a stretch, then slow down just enough to give the Shenzi a glimmer of hope. Otherwise, if they pushed the Shenzi too far, the three might call in the Da Sheng, and those experts could easily catch up.

This was the essence of teasing the appetite—if they kept it up, they might just reach the end of the channel. Once they exited, Ye Chen's immortal eye would no longer be suppressed, and even the Da Sheng would be powerless.

Behind them, the three Shenzi's faces had turned extremely ugly, twisted into grotesque masks of rage.

They had assumed that with their strength, they'd catch Ye Chen and his companion in a single move and wipe them out.

But to their shock, these two Zhun Sheng were fleeing at an astonishing speed. The Shenzi had chased boastfully, only to find themselves falling further and further behind.

What frustrated them even more was that whenever they were about to summon the Da Sheng for help, the pair ahead would slow down. Naturally, the Shenzi would redouble their efforts—but then the distance would widen again. This back-and-forth happened three or five times, leaving them exhausted and furious.

At this point, even the six Da Sheng couldn't stand to watch. One from Yuhua Sacred Land stepped forward, raised his hand, and fired a chilling divine ray toward the channel ahead.

Sensing the bone-piercing aura closing in from behind, Ye Chen's expression changed dramatically. He spun around, shoved Ji Ningshuang out of the way, and quickly formed seals with one hand, summoning over a hundred shields.

However, his defenses were laughably fragile against a Da Sheng. The divine ray pierced straight through them, and even Ye Chen's powerful sacred body couldn't withstand it, shattering instantly.

Ji Ningshuang frowned deeply, her aura surging as an ancient immortal mark etched itself on her brow. A mysterious and immense power rapidly awakened within her, causing the channel to rumble.

But it was futile!

Ye Chen staggered, barely steadying his blood-soaked form, only to vomit a torrent of blood.

Ji Ningshuang had activated some forbidden technique, yet she was still only at the Zhun Sheng level. Against the absolute suppression of a Da Sheng's cultivation, even ten of her wouldn't stand a chance.