Supernatural Insight Eyes-Chapter 976 - 0 Conspiracy or Opportunity? (Second Update)

The defeat of Ji Lingchen seemed unnaturally tranquil, as if it were merely a brief topic of discussion for a few days before fading into obscurity.

It felt as though someone deliberately suppressed the matter. Even the large and small ancient clans dared not openly discuss it; when mentioned, people would glance left and right cautiously, afraid the Ji clan might overhear and stir up trouble.

Ji Lingchen himself vanished without a trace, never reappearing, which led many to speculate that it was related to the duel and his defeat.

The Ji clan remained silent, acting as though completely unaware of Ji Lingchen’s defeat.

Coincidentally, the Mu clan also refrained from commenting, leaving people perplexed.

This peaceful atmosphere stirred a sense of unease among many, as if a greater storm was on the horizon.

"The calm before the storm!" remarked one clan leader from a mid-tier ancient clan.

Anyone observing the current mood in the ancient land could sense it—the Ji clan’s wrath was yet to be unleashed. Once released, it would undoubtedly trigger major upheaval.

Jin’er and the others were sensitive to the oppressive atmosphere of the ancient land, believing this stifling tension would eventually erupt within the courtyard.

When she voiced her concerns, Ye Qiu chuckled, "What’s destined to come will inevitably come."

Jin’er responded resolutely, "Even if the Young Master ends up opposing the entire ancient land, I, Jin’er, will stand by your side."

Ye Qiu smiled warmly, his heart filled with a trace of comfort—at least he hadn’t doted on these five maids in vain.

Jin’er, Mu’er, and Shui’er had now mastered the third move of Eagle Snake Xuan Hand at its peak—the Eagle Snake Simulation!

Among the five, the trio possessed the highest talent, having become adept True Qi practitioners. Given time, their ascension to legendary status seemed highly promising.

Jin Shanshun had long recovered from the injuries sustained during his imprisonment. His martial cultivation was now at mid-level Legendary Realm, making him far stronger than when Ye Qiu left the ancient land, steadily advancing toward the late stage.

Ye Qiu provided guidance to Jin Shanshun regarding leveraging momentum and domain cultivation, which immediately sent him into a state of enlightenment.

For the past few days, he had been in secluded training, with promising signs of improvement expected upon his reemergence.

Time drifted by slowly, and the ancient land remained unnervingly quiet.

Apart from offering occasional pointers to the five maids, Ye Qiu spent his days feeding Jin Yu and reflecting on the Ice Rule.

Though life seemed leisurely, Ye Qiu never let his guard down, constantly wary of the potential threats posed by the dark schemes of the three major ancient clans, which could strike at any moment without warning.

In a flash, a month passed. Early autumn faded into late autumn, as leaves fell in vibrant arrays. It seemed everyone had forgotten about Ji Lingchen’s defeat at Ye Qiu’s hands—even Ye Qiu himself was puzzled; could this truly end peacefully?

During this time, Ye Qiu’s strength saw minimal improvement, but the changes in Jin Yu brought him immense surprise.

To his astonishment, the great bird had once again evolved, thanks to its daily feasting on pills. It had progressed from True Qi Realm to Legendary Realm.

Imagine—a colossal bird had become a martial arts expert! Such a notion seemed utterly absurd.

Sometimes Ye Qiu couldn’t help but envy Jin Yu’s seemingly effortless breakthroughs; it was ridiculously simple, as if no barriers constrained it. Consuming pills to break through—it couldn’t be any easier, could it?

Unlike Ye Qiu himself, who endured countless battles, profound realizations, and prolonged periods of seclusion to stubbornly achieve Mythic Realm.

By Ye Qiu’s estimation, within a few months, Jin Yu might yet again progress—imagine if it reached Mythic Realm... A Mythic Realm giant bird, now that would be awe-inspiring.

Jin Yu’s growth was unexpected but logical. After all, it lived more extravagantly than Ye Qiu himself—a renowned alchemist—devouring pills as if they were ordinary meals. If it didn’t rocket to new heights, it’d be an injustice to Ye Qiu’s vast array of refined pills.

Even Jin’er and the others felt dejected in comparison to Jin Yu. To be surpassed by a mere bird—it was exasperating beyond words. Thus, within the small courtyard, the five girls competed in cultivation against Jin Yu daily, leading to scenes that frequently unfolded in this tiny space.

Five colorful-clad young women stood in a row, practicing martial techniques. On the other side, a massive bird, standing upright on two legs like a human, flapped its wings like fists, mimicking their movements.

Such a curious spectacle combined into an amusing tableau, bringing spontaneous laughter to Ye Qiu as he watched.

This routine played out daily, nearly causing Ye Qiu to forget the looming threat of the ancient clans. Yet, while reflecting on Rule Power, his progress remained stagnant. His cultivation had plateaued at early-stage Mythic Realm, where advancing further seemed as difficult as ascending to the heavens.

In truth, Ye Qiu’s cultivation speed, compared to other practitioners in Mythic Realm, was considered fast. Many veteran Mythic martial artists in the ancient land had spent decades stuck within the same realm, unable to ascend further. For Ye Qiu, who had only recently entered Mythic Realm a few months ago, yearning to advance again so soon was undeniably impatient.

Unable to make progress, Ye Qiu temporarily halted his cultivation, pondering the deeper motives of the Ji clan. Suddenly, news spread across the ancient land that stirred excitement.

Someone had discovered a safe passage leading into the Barbaric Wilderness Forest, a route avoiding the dangerous entities within, allowing for deeper exploration into the forest.

According to the Martial Artist who uncovered the path, they had also stumbled upon an ancient beast egg imbued with Rule Power, which helped the Martial Artist ascend into Mythic Realm and master two strands of Rule Power.

The revelation shocked Mythic Realm Martial Artists across the ancient land. For them, in addition to strengthening themselves through cultivation, mastering Rule Power was the key to advancing. Yet grasping Rule Power was notoriously difficult, a challenge deeply felt by many Mythic practitioners. Thus, hearing about the forest egg sparked intense interest.

Suddenly, the desire to venture into the Barbaric Wilderness Forest, seeking the ancient beast egg, began spreading among the ranks of Mythic Martial Artists.

Many began forming groups to take on this challenge. After all, despite the proclaimed safety of the path, it was merely relative—to venture into the Barbaric Wilderness Forest was to brave a realm where even the least imposing ancient beasts possessed Mythic Realm strength. And that was merely the outskirts—the innermost depths were said to harbor primordial wild mythical beasts, representing the ultimate terror.

Martial Artists from the three major clans were already moving out, unwilling to miss this rare opportunity. Mid-tier and lower-tier clans also saw their chance to gamble on greatness.

For a time, Martial Artists of every strength level dreamed of entering the Barbaric Wilderness Forest to investigate.

When this news reached Ye Qiu within his courtyard, it tempted him as well. Having stagnated in Mythic Realm for days without progress, hearing that the ancient beast egg could manifest Rule Power and aid in comprehension left Ye Qiu intrigued. ƒreeωebnovel.ƈom

"The timing of this news feels somewhat coincidental, but if it proves true, I must venture into the Barbaric Wilderness Forest," Ye Qiu declared.

"However, I’ll first visit Yun Shang Palace. It’s said the ancient beast egg was purchased by Yun Shang Palace. If it indeed carries Rule Power, then exploring the Barbaric Wilderness Forest becomes a risk worth taking."

After briefing Jin Shanshun, Ye Qiu departed alone for Yun Shang Palace to verify the matter.