34. Revealing My Identity!
Activating the stockings, Gong Yiling felt a pang of uncertainty.
After all, this thing chose its targets randomly. What if she got caught in her own trap?
Of course, even if she did, she had a backup plan. She could just use a talisman to save herself.
And as she activated the stockings, they immediately bound six people nearby, fortunately not including herself.
—Oh right, this thing didn’t bind everyone.
Despite this, the sudden chaos at the entrance was disorienting.
The sound of a wooden door slamming shut echoed, and the white stockings lost their effect, falling to the ground in their indestructible state.
“Saintess, this!”
“After them!”
The Saintess’s eyes returned to their normal color, filled with rage.
She had never imagined someone could sneak in and eavesdrop on them. If so, this person—could not be allowed to leave alive!
So, the Saintess remained in the room while the others rushed out in pursuit.
However, after a few minutes, the girl’s voice echoed through the room again. “So easily fooled. You’re not as smart as I thought, Saintess.”
“What…!”
The Saintess’s eyes widened in disbelief. “You didn’t leave?”
Gong Yiling reappeared before her, poured herself a cup of tea, and took a large sip. “The Divine King Gu, how about you give me some to play with?”
“What do you mean?” The Saintess, after her initial shock, sneered. “Do you think you’re being funny?”
“Something that can rapidly increase one’s cultivation, isn’t that something everyone would be interested in?” Gong Yiling said with a playful smile. “I wonder if the Saintess would invite me to join your Divine King’s Court?”
What was this girl up to?
The Saintess couldn’t understand her actions. It was as if she were both mocking and making a genuine request.
Her words were a mix of truth and lies.
“Shouldn’t you introduce yourself before making such a request?” The Saintess said, “I don’t even know what you look like. How can I consider your proposal?”
“For certain reasons, I can’t reveal my true face.”
Miss Gong smiled. “But if you want to know my name, I can tell you.”
She narrowed her eyes.
“Gong Yiling of the Pear Blossom Blood Orchid Palace.”
Ah, it felt so good to finally say it!
This was the first time she had truly revealed her identity. Whether the other party believed her or not, it was a significant moment.
“A member of the demonic sects, and the Young Palace Master of the Pear Blossom Blood Orchid Palace?” The Saintess was stunned.
If this woman had claimed any other identity, it wouldn’t have been so significant.
“How can you prove it?”
Gong Yiling extended her left hand, demonic energy gathering in her palm. “I won’t show you my identification, but this demonstration should be enough.”
Indeed, a demonic cultivation!
The Saintess frowned.
In principle, a member of the Hundred Paths Mountain couldn’t cultivate demonic arts. Not only was it time-consuming to cultivate two different techniques, but the consequences of being discovered were dire.
And if she were a righteous cultivator, she could have already escaped with the information she had gathered. There was no reason to stay and reveal her identity.
Whether she was Gong Yiling or not, she definitely wasn’t on the righteous side. That much was certain.
“Since you’re Miss Gong, then your earlier words were a bit… deceptive, weren’t they?” The Saintess regained her composure and said calmly, “Instead of being the Young Palace Master of a demonic sect, you want to join an unknown Divine King’s Court? What’s the reason?”
“Just looking for another way out, another ally.” Gong Yiling played with her teacup and chuckled. “Perhaps you don’t know, Saintess, but the Five Demonic Abysses are filled with deceit and treachery.”
“Not long ago, we tried to kill a powerful cultivator in Yanlie City, but the Myriad Demons Palace interfered, and they later denied everything.”
“So, shouldn’t we be looking for other allies?”
The Yanlie City incident…
The Saintess noted her words, a good way to verify her identity. If she was telling the truth, then cooperation wasn’t out of the question.
And…
A cold glint flashed in the Saintess’s eyes.
No one in this world could understand the true nature of the Divine King Gu.
No one.
Even if she gave it to her, what could she do?
And if she tried to test its power, she would fall into the trap.
Once you’ve seen the abyss… your eyes will only be filled with its mesmerizing glow.
Then, she would gain the full support of the Pear Blossom Blood Orchid Palace. How could her long-cherished dream of revival not be achieved?
“You want the Divine King Gu?” Thinking of this, the Saintess said calmly, “After I verify your words, I will naturally give it to you. Tonight.”
“Then place it behind the third carved stone outside the library. I’ll pick it up tonight.”
With that, Gong Yiling stood up and walked towards the door without hesitation.
But just before leaving, she turned and chuckled. “We won’t have many chances to meet. So, I’ll say it now: it’s been a pleasure working with you.”
Shortly after she left, the cultivators who had chased after her returned.
Their faces were filled with frustration and worry, afraid of being punished for their failure.
“Saintess… we…”
“No need to say more.” The Saintess glanced at them. The outcome of the chase was obvious.
The woman hadn’t even left. How could they possibly find a non-existent person?
“That woman is very cunning, we…”
“I said, no need to say more. Don’t you understand?”
“Please forgive us, Saintess!”
“Hmph.” The Saintess sneered. “If you had diligently studied the Divine King Gu, you wouldn’t have been fooled by this woman. You need to be more sincere to gain the favor of the Abyss Lord.”
Hearing this, the others bowed.
“We will heed your words, Saintess, and cultivate diligently, so as not to disappoint you.”
“Just make sure you understand.”
The Saintess said with a blank expression, “Before that, I need you to investigate something for me, regarding the events in Yanlie City—”
