475 - Rebirth of a Star: Another Day, Another Drama

Chapter 475: A Scheme Unveiled With a sharp creak, Ye Ling Long stood up from her chair abruptly, her gaze fixed on the group at the adjacent table. "Is what you just said true?" Startled, the group hesitated. They remained cautious upon realizing that the aura around Ye Ling Long and her companions was formidable, indicating they were likely Immortal Lords—far beyond the group’s lesser stage of Immortal King. The man leading the group spoke carefully, "Senior, we just talked about what we've heard; we don't know its truth. It's just a rumor going around, so we were just discussing it over a meal." Ye Ling Long replied, "I'm not blaming you. Just tell me what you know about what's happening." The group exchanged glances, then began to narrate the events they were aware of. As it turned out, shortly after the secret realm opened, Bai Li Ming showed up. This particular realm had a unique restriction where powerful cultivators were suppressed; one must reduce their cultivation level to that of an Immortal Lord to enter, otherwise, they would be expelled. Bai Li Ming entered by restraining his cultivation accordingly and eagerly sought information about the Life-Death Grass. He even announced within the realm that anyone who found the grass would be greatly rewarded, even if they only had information about it. Initially, numerous people approached to trade news, but unfortunately, most leads were false, with only a few genuine ones. Bai Li Ming searched the realm himself but found nothing. Meanwhile, the Fu Family unexpectedly arrived, securing the realm's entrance. Even the esteemed patriarch, Immortal Emperor Fu Chang Ming, was present, claiming the Bai Li family had killed a young master of theirs. Numerous Fu family members entered the realm seeking Bai Li Ming. Fu Chang Ming himself entered after restraining his cultivation to Immortal Lord level. Aware of the Fu Family’s pursuit, Bai Li Ming hid within the realm and did not come out. Just a couple of days ago, the Fu Family cornered him in a valley within the realm. After being struck by Fu Chang Ming, Bai Li Ming barely escaped. His current fate is unknown. Upon hearing this, Ye Ling Long couldn't contain her anger. Fu Chang Ming, infamous for his duplicitous nature, seemed to have identified her through spiritual imprints. Unable to locate her, he turned his focus on her father for revenge, causing these complications. Armed with this new information, Ye Ling Long, without pausing to drink her tea, handed the group a large number of top-grade spirit crystals and hurried towards the secret realm with her companions. The town was not far from the realm, and at full speed on her sword, Ye Ling Long reached the vicinity swiftly. As she drew closer, she noticed an increase in cultivators around, all seemingly intent on the secret realm. However, these people appeared outraged, clearly frustrated. Driven by concern for Bai Li Ming, Ye Ling Long didn’t ask questions until she reached the entrance and discovered the reason for the commotion. The entrance was entirely blocked, preventing any entry or exit. A group of rogue cultivators was arguing with those enforcing the blockade. From their conversation, Ye Ling Long discerned that the blockaders were from the Fu Family. She reasoned that their intention was to trap her father, Bai Li Ming, inside, allowing them to corner him easily. Even if they couldn’t catch him within, they planned to seize him once the realm started closing, setting a perfect trap. Ye Ling Long inwardly cursed their cunning plan. She resolved they couldn’t let the Fu Family succeed. After a quick discussion with Feng Li and Long Shuo, Ye Ling Long decided to take the most direct approach—force her way in! She observed the area, noting that Fu Chang Ming was likely within the realm due to his absence outside. The remaining guards could be easily handled by Long Shuo, a peak Immortal Emperor dragon. Having reached a decision, the trio charged toward the entrance. The Fu Family guards at the entrance quickly noticed them. "You there! What do you think you’re doing? The realm is not...... Ah!!!" The leading man’s shout turned into a scream as he was slammed to the ground. Nearby Fu Family members heard the disturbance and hastened over, including an Immortal Emperor-stage cultivator that Fu Chang Ming had specifically left to oversee. Unfortunately for them, in the presence of Long Shuo, the five-clawed Golden Dragon, they were no match. In two exchanges, he had them trapped with spatial confinement. Seizing the opportunity, Ye Ling Long and Feng Li dashed into the realm, launching an assault that left the Fu Family members in chaos. Exploiting the disorder, the rogue cultivators rushed in as well. Long Shuo, uninterested in prolonging the fight, followed them inside. Afterward, despite their fury, the Fu Family swiftly resealed the realm’s entrance to prevent anyone from exiting. Inside the realm, Ye Ling Long had no fear of being trapped. Before entering, she had already contacted Bai Li Xiao, confident he’d rush over upon hearing the news. Did they think they were the only ones with an Immortal Emperor? The realm was rich in immortal energy and vast. Searching for a single person would be as arduous as ascending to the heavens, leaving Ye Ling Long without a concrete plan. She decided to head to the valley where her father had previously been cornered and hoped for luck in uncovering clues. The goal clear, the trio proceeded swiftly towards the valley, ignoring even rare immortal herbs along the way—every second counted now. Ye Ling Long feared arriving too late, allowing Fu Chang Ming to find her father. In less than half a day, they reached the valley, still showing signs of a recent fierce battle. The valley was extensive and deep, but given that Bai Li Ming was intercepted near the entrance, the battle scars were only at the mouth. After surveying the area, Ye Ling Long’s gaze fixed deeper into the valley. It seemed endless, but she sensed something unusual about it. Unconsciously, she activated her formation eyes, conjuring formations within her vision. Just as she was about to move closer for a clearer look, a commotion behind her interrupted. "Di Lian Yun, if you know what's good for you, hand over the Soul Weaving Grass. Otherwise, you’ll stay here today! When you’re dead, I’ll spread word it was Bai Li Ming who killed you!!!" The voice left Ye Ling Long speechless. Was someone trying to frame her father?