How did a bastard like him become an immortal?

Although this woman is annoying, judging from the current situation, the team she has assembled must be quite powerful. If I could go to the Blazing Forest with them, it would save me a lot of trouble.

Li Muyun hesitated for a moment, then joined the crowd and shouted, "Beautiful lady, I want to go to the Blazing Forest!"

At this moment, Li Muyun's white clothes were dirty and stained with blood. He was covered in dust and looked extremely disheveled. Everyone cast disgusted glances at him.

Ling Shanshan frowned slightly and looked at Li Muyun coldly, saying, "Where did this beggar come from? Don't be so blind as to ask for death."

Everyone sneered, "Kid, how come you're begging at such a young age? This isn't a place for beggars."

"You little brat, you think you can get away with this? Can't you take a piss and look at yourself in the mirror?"

"Get out of here right now, or we'll break your legs!"

With a helpless sigh, Li Muyun thought, "What a bunch of snobbish bastards!" He made a hand seal, slightly suppressing his cultivation level, and released his true essence.

"call!"

Foundation Building Stage 5!

Shock was evident in everyone's eyes, and they all stepped back to make way for them.

Seeing that this disheveled boy was only sixteen or seventeen years old, yet he was actually an immortal with such cultivation, how could they not be astonished?

Ling Shanshan's eyes lit up, and she nodded, saying, "Okay, you're the one!"

Ling Shanshan then selected two strong men and a handsome and gentle young man to form a five-person team, which will set off for the Blazing Forest tomorrow.

Ling Shanshan is a Foundation Establishment Stage 3 immortal, specializing in water-attribute immortal arts, and follows a support/healing path. The two burly men are both experts at the Earth Profound Stage 9; their formidable combat strength is evident from their muscular physiques.

As for the handsome and gentle young man, he was Ling Shanshan's junior brother, Lin Haikuo, the grandson of the sect's Grand Elder. He and Ling Shanshan had been childhood sweethearts since they were young, and he had been pursuing her relentlessly for several years. No matter what Ling Shanshan needed, he was always there for her.

The next morning, everyone gathered at the city gate leading to the depths of the Ten Thousand Demon Mountains, except for Li Muyun, who arrived late.

Ling Shanshan said impatiently, "Why isn't he here yet! If he delays my business, he'll be sorry!"

Lin Haikuo smiled gently and reassured her, "Senior Sister, it's not time yet, it's alright. Wait here for a moment, I'll go see if that little immortal has arrived."

Just as the two were talking, a figure in white slowly walked over from not far away.

Today, Li Muyun changed into clean clothes, with an ancient-looking wine immortal sword on his back and a bright red wine gourd at his waist. He had a small face with sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, and his face was as handsome as jade. He was a handsome young man with an extraordinary bearing.

The four who arrived first stared wide-eyed at Li Muyun, their mouths agape. Yesterday, Li Muyun was covered in dust and looked like a beggar, but today he had transformed into a chivalrous and ethereal figure, his spirit astonishing.

The once handsome and dashing Lin Haikuo now looks like an ordinary village shepherd boy compared to Li Muyun.

Ling Shanshan was also stunned for a moment. Such a handsome young man, it was impossible for Ling Shanshan, who was in the prime of her life, to be lost in thought.

Seeing Ling Shanshan's appearance, Lin Haikuo's eyes instantly turned cold, and he stepped forward first, saying, "Since everyone is here, let's set off."

He turned to Li Muyun with a smile and said casually, "Young man, remember to arrive earlier next time, so everyone doesn't have to wait for you."

Li Muyun looked at Lin Haikuo with a strange expression, but simply nodded without saying anything more.

The two burly men just chuckled sheepishly, patted Li Muyun on the shoulder, and then the group set off.

Ling Shanshan's purpose in going to the Blazing Forest was to find Blazing Pearls. Only Blazing Trees that are over 500 years old can generate Blazing Pearls at their roots. However, not every 500-year-old Blazing Tree will form one, so this trip will require a bit of luck.

"Senior Sister, we're going to the Blazing Flame Forest this time. There are many demonic beasts at the Golden Core stage, which is very dangerous. If you report this to the sect, the sect leader will definitely send an elder to escort us, so as to avoid any danger or accidents," Lin Haikuo said, following closely behind Ling Shanshan.

Ling Shanshan snorted lightly, "I don't want to grow up under Father's wing all the time. I snuck out this time, and I'm not afraid of danger. If you're scared, you can go back now."

A hint of coldness flashed in Lin Haikuo's eyes, but he smiled gently and said, "If Senior Sister wants to gain experience, I will protect you even at the cost of my life. I heard that you are coming to the Blazing Flame Forest, so I have arranged for a servant at the Heavenly Profound Realm to clear the way and wait for you. I hope you will not take offense."

"Mind your own business! Your people are not allowed to make a move without my permission!" Ling Shanshan said unhappily.

Lin Haikuo wasn't annoyed; he just smiled and followed behind, saying, "I'll do whatever Senior Sister says."

Listening from the side, Li Muyun became inexplicably wary. The Grand Elder's gentle grandson was pursuing the Sect Master's aloof daughter, and now he was out training without anyone to protect him. Moreover, a powerful servant joined him halfway through. This clearly had the flavor of a conspiracy!

Li Muyun had a headache. He had thought that joining a strong team would save him some effort and reduce the risks, but if there were really conspiracies and schemes going on here, he would definitely not be able to have peace and quiet.

Just like last time when he and Li Xianjiu went to find that mage, even though the mage's target wasn't him, they, who were cannon fodder on the mission, would inevitably be killed to silence them.

With a sigh, Li Muyun could only secretly hope that things wouldn't develop in the direction he had imagined. Perhaps it was just a simple childhood sweetheart relationship, one of unwavering devotion?

The group hurried along, easily killing any demonic beasts they encountered that were at the Foundation Establishment stage. As for demonic beasts at the Golden Core stage, they usually took detours. If any ignorant demonic beast did try to block their way, the group was not afraid.

Lin Haikuo was at the ninth level of the Earth Profound Realm, as were the two strong men and the two immortals. Although it would be difficult for them to kill a demon beast at the Golden Core Realm, they could fight to a standstill and hold their own for a while.

Lin Haikuo intended to show off his strength in front of Ling Shanshan, so he acted as the pathfinder, attacking with extreme speed. His three-foot-long sword was like a venomous snake, each move deadly. Ordinary Foundation Establishment demon beasts could not even last ten moves.

The two burly men guarded the flanks, each wielding a large sword. If any monsters attacked from the flanks, they would invariably die under their blades.

Li Muyun was at the very back of the group, enjoying the most leisure time. He was happy to be free and simply had the Rabbit God increase the gravity to twenty times, circulating the Golden Gang Mantra within his body while traveling and cultivating.

In no time, the group had traveled far from the Protectorate City and deep into the Ten Thousand Demon Mountains, some over a hundred miles away.

Ling Shanshan, who had always been pampered, had never traveled such a long distance before. Her pretty face was full of fatigue, but she was too proud to be the first to suggest taking a break.

Lin Haikuo said, "Everyone must be tired. I know there's a cave nearby. Let's rest for a while before continuing our journey. Brothers, would you please go inside and check it out first, just in case there's any danger?"

Lin Haikuo led the group for several miles and found a clean cave. Two strong men picked up their long knives and headed towards the cave.

Li Muyun frowned. Wasn't all of this too much of a coincidence...?