Jade Dynasty: I am the master of the Burning Sword, my swordsmanship is unparalleled.

Chapter 72 Yu Ji Offers Herself to You
Seeing Lu Xueqi's unwavering gaze, Youji was taken aback, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes, but she spoke with a smile.

"Young Master Zhang is so lucky to have won the favor of Fairy Lu, this icy snow lotus."

"It is indeed a lotus, but whether it is an iceberg snow lotus is unknown."

Biyao, who had been standing quietly to the side, suddenly spoke up in a low voice. For a moment, the three women seemed to be undermining each other.

Biyao looked at Zhang Xiaofan, who stood with Lu Xueqi like a perfect couple, her eyes deep and unfathomable, lost in thought.

Upon hearing Biyao's words, Youji was startled. She turned to look at Biyao, whose expression was inscrutable, and her delicate brows furrowed slightly. Unable to guess Biyao's thoughts, she could only speak up.

"Let's go down first."

As she spoke, Youji gently tugged at Biyao and gestured to Zhang Xiaofan.

The four of them are now standing on the back of the Blackwater Serpent. Although the Blackwater Serpent looks like a dead snake now, floating motionless on the sea surface.

That's because she had fought tooth and nail with Zhang Xiaofan, enduring countless hardships, to finally exhaust this damned beast. With the added power of Zhang Xiaofan's flute, it was now practically a dead snake.

Even Youji wasn't sure how long it would take for this ancient, ferocious serpent to regain its strength.

But one thing is certain: as long as the Blackwater Serpent can move, she and Biyao will be like fish on a chopping board, completely at the mercy of Zhang Xiaofan and Lu Xueqi.

Therefore, in order not to be put in a passive position, Youji only wanted to leave the back of the ferocious snake with Biyao as soon as possible, preferably to find the Dripping Blood Cave, take the treasure, and then retreat immediately.

Biyao clearly realized what was happening. After glancing at Zhang Xiaofan, she stared intently at Lu Xueqi. Then, she used her magic to carry Youji towards the shore. While flying in mid-air, Youji raised her hand and retrieved the Vermilion Bird Seal.

Seeing this, Lu Xueqi did not hesitate and helped Zhang Xiaofan float down as well.

After the four met on the shore, You Ji looked visibly more relaxed. After searching the cliffs on both sides without success, You Ji turned to Zhang Xiaofan and said with a light laugh.

"Young Master Zhang has a deep connection with the Blood Refining Hall, so he should know the location of the Blood Dripping Cave, right?"

As she spoke, a complex look flashed in Youji's eyes, and there seemed to be a hint of regret in them.

At first, Youji thought that Zhang Xiaofan betrayed Qingyun Sect because he was tempted by Lu Xueqi's beauty. After all, how many men in the world would not be tempted by Lu Xueqi's aloof and otherworldly appearance?

Furthermore, given that Lu Xueqi is a successor of the Hehuan Sect, it is not impossible for her to use the sect's seductive arts to lure Zhang Xiaofan into betraying Qingyun.

However, the power of the magic weapon in Zhang Xiaofan's hands during that battle made Youji reject her previous guesses.

The deep purple bead on the tassel at the end of that flute must be the Bloodthirsty Bead. In other words, that magical artifact was crafted by Zhang Xiaofan using the Bloodthirsty Bead and other ferocious creatures.

If Zhang Xiaofan was lured to betray Qingyun, then could the Bloodthirsty Bead in his hand have been given to him by the Hehuan Sect?
That's their Holy Sect's most precious treasure, its destructive power even surpassing that of the Nine Heavens Divine Weapons. The Joyful Union Sect isn't that magnanimous.

Therefore, there is only one truth: Zhang Xiaofan obtained the Bloodthirsty Bead by chance and refined it into this peerless magic weapon with other ferocious creatures.

Combined with his menacing sword and his absorption of Yin energy to enhance his magical artifacts, it's not hard to deduce that Zhang Xiaofan actively sought refuge with the Hehuan Sect in order to become stronger and enhance the power of his magical artifacts.

The two sides quickly reached an agreement. Zhang Xiaofan not only received the various inheritances of the Blood Refining Hall, but also the successor of the Joyful Union Sect. In turn, the Joyful Union Sect used its successor to help Zhang Xiaofan control this peerless and deadly weapon. She originally thought that Zhang Xiaofan, such a peerless talent, should surpass that person from before, possessing the potential of a sword immortal, and should be a being who could coexist with the heavens and the earth. However, she never expected that he would be someone who would stop at nothing to pursue greater power, even betraying his sect and himself.

Thinking of this, a hint of disappointment and pity flashed in Youji's eyes as she looked at Zhang Xiaofan.

Seeing the strange look in You Ji's eyes, Zhang Xiaofan couldn't help but become more wary. Could it be that she had seen through his identity?
However, Zhang Xiaofan remained expressionless and recited softly.

"Within Mount Kongsang, beneath the Abyss of the Dead, on the shores of the Heartless Sea, lies the Cave of Dripping Blood!"

Biyao and Youji both looked over upon hearing this. After listening to Zhang Xiaofan's words, Biyao rolled her eyes and said something.

"Aren't we right here now? But we still haven't been able to find the location of the Blood-Dripping Cave."

"This heartless sea is perpetually shrouded in darkness, battered day and night by sea breezes and crashing waves. Besides the mountain walls, what else do you think could be around here?"

Zhang Xiaofan wasn't angry. He just smiled and asked in return, but his gaze was always fixed on You Ji's face, trying to see through her heart.

Biyao was stunned for a moment, not understanding what Zhang Xiaofan meant. Lu Xueqi, however, followed Zhang Xiaofan's gaze to Youji and then softly explained.

"Logically speaking, there shouldn't be anything here besides these rocks. If there is, it's either a monster or a demon hiding here, or..."

At this point, Lu Xueqi stopped talking, but raised the Tianya sword in her hand. The sky-blue sword light shone, illuminating an old tree that had completely withered and died growing on the mountain wall not far away.

Biyao moved swiftly, landing beside the withered tree. With a wave of her jade hand, several strange flowers flew out and landed next to the withered tree, instantly moving it aside and revealing a cave that was at least two people tall.

"Aunt You, we've found it. This should be the Dripping Blood Cave."

Upon seeing the cave, Biyao's face lit up with joy, and she turned to call out to Youji.

You Ji's eyes narrowed, and she turned to look at Zhang Xiaofan and Lu Xueqi. A smile suddenly appeared on her beautiful face as she gracefully walked to Zhang Xiaofan's side and said with a smile.

“Young Master Zhang, I am deeply sorry for what happened earlier. You are now exhausted, and Fairy Lu is still recovering from her serious injuries, so let me help you.”

Lu Xueqi's eyes sharpened, and she immediately guessed You Ji's idea—hostages!
Youji wanted to use Zhang Xiaofan as a hostage to blackmail her, or rather, to blackmail her, Zhang Xiaofan, and the Blackwater Serpent in the sea.

As expected of someone from the Demonic Sect, they are truly fickle!
Just as Lu Xueqi was feeling indignant, Zhang Xiaofan smiled and released his arm from Lu Xueqi, placing it on You Ji's shoulder, and responded with a gentle smile.

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Miss Youji."

Youji's pupils suddenly contracted as she felt a force gripping her shoulder, causing a slight pain.

The two looked like intimate lovers, but Youji knew that she had become a hostage in Zhang Xiaofan's hands.

So, she offered herself up to us?

(End of this chapter)