The main impression is that the land is vast and white, truly clean.

No one knows what they actually encountered, and even less whether they are trapped within the little world unable to get out, or if the entire sect has perished.

After looking through a few more jade slips, Lu Wenwu, who had become somewhat familiar with the continent’s environment, felt a bit overwhelmed.

The first time encountering such a task with no clues at all.

He couldn’t possibly strike down all the creatures on the continent, could he?

Even if he had the will, he didn’t have the capability.

So troublesome!

Just as Lu Wenwu was pondering what to do next, the Golden Core level Mad Saber Zhenren was invited to visit the Wood and Earth Temple.

Mad Saber Zhenren’s physique looked similar to Lu Wenwu’s, equally tall and robust, with muscles knotted just as well.

However, compared to Lu Wenwu, the somewhat aged-looking Mad Saber Zhenren had a face full of rugged meat, topped with a shiny big bald head, and eyes without eyebrows, looking extremely fierce.

In terms of appearance, this one seems more aligned with a demonic cultivator’s style.

Immediately reminding people of the legendary boss Blood Saber Ancestor from the Metal Martial Hero "The Secret of Linked Cities."

"Xiaoduan, you urgently invited me, the Mad Saber, here. Surely it’s not for some cooperation?"

Mad Saber Zhenren sat ostentatiously in the Eight Immortals chair in the Guest Hall, stroked his graying beard, grabbed a cup of spirit tea, and gulped it down, smacking his lips afterward.

He looked less like he was discussing Dao over tea and more like the head of a bandit issuing orders from a tiger seat, lacking any of the stereotypical demeanor of a cultivator.

"Mad Saber Zhenren has keen eyes. Junior actually has a great gift to present to you." Master Duan said with a smile, clasping his hands in salute.

"A great gift? Seems like you’re up to no good, kid." Mad Saber Zhenren raised an eyebrow, "A truly great gift wouldn’t go unspoken? And now you remember me, the Zhenren."

"How could that be, Zhenren? Junior sincerely presents this gift!" Master Duan smiled warmly, "We’ve encountered a remarkably gifted demonic loose cultivator with a Qi Refining Tenth Layer cultivation, an innate earth spirit root, and a Five Elements Celestial Spirit Root, whom we’ve tricked into our Library Pavilion."

"Really!?"

Mad Saber Zhenren’s voice changed as he stood up, his Golden Core stage pressure falling ominously.

"An innate earth spirit root and a Five Elements Celestial Spirit Root demonic loose cultivator? Such a rare genius becoming a loose cultivator? Are you toying with me?"

"I dare not!" The Master countered with determination, "That demon cultivator doesn’t recognize the testing device of the Five Elements Array Sect. I personally tested him. If you don’t believe me, you can verify it yourself in our Library Pavilion. If I’ve lied, you can strike me down directly!"

Mad Saber Zhenren frowned, contemplating deeply.

None of those present dared to breathe under the weight of the Golden Core stage pressure, struggling to stand.

After over ten seconds, all energy was retracted into invisibility.

Mad Saber Zhenren surprisingly revealed a terrifying smile, forcefully patting Master Duan on the shoulder.

"Fellow Daoist Duan, you’ve truly given me a great gift! Once I capture this demonic demon and report to the Immortal Dao Alliance, your late Foundation Establishment stage can look forward to advancement; even the condensation of a Golden Core is not impossible."

The smile returned to Master Duan’s face: "It’s my duty, I only hope for a few words of guidance from Zhenren."

"Hahahahaha, it’s well said. After this affair is over, I will personally teach you the Dao!" Mad Saber Zhenren, in a buoyant mood, raised his head proudly, "Lead the way, and let me capture that demonic demon!"

Seeing Mad Saber Zhenren’s demeanor, the elders also smiled.

Normally, demonic cultivators have higher combat power than their regular counterparts.

With a Golden Core realm Mad Saber Zhenren taking action against a Qi Refining Great Perfection demonic loose cultivator, success was assured without a hitch.

Even if most of the credit would go to him, the leftovers would be enough for this small Wood and Earth Temple to advance further.

Given another century, they might even cultivate a Golden Core stage Zhenren.

Mad Saber Zhenren, full of vigor, walked boldly to the Library Pavilion, taking out his lifebound magical treasure from his Dantian and carrying it on his shoulder, pointing forward with his left hand.

"Surrender, demonic demon. Today, I, the Zhenren, will act on behalf of the heavens to capture you and deliver you to the Immortal Dao Alliance for trial! You meager Qi Refining junior cultivator, hasten to tie yourself up and come out to die!"

The Master and elders followed behind, struggling to hold back their emotions.

This Mad Saber Zhenren, though powerful, tends to burn books and bury scholars, often making contradictory statements!

With the amplification spell, Mad Saber Zhenren’s shout echoed like a tiger’s roar throughout the mountains, causing the entire mountain to resonate.

Lu Wenwu, in the Library Pavilion, naturally heard it.

"These days, cultivators have no manners; don’t they know not to shout near a library?"

Lu Wenwu frowned, silently criticizing Mad Saber Zhenren’s poor manners, then focused back on his book.

He had no idea the shout was directed at him.

You’re catching a demonic demon, what does that have to do with me, a cook selling egg-filled pancakes?

Outside the Library Pavilion, Mad Saber Zhenren, emboldened by his imposing words, awaited Lu Wenwu to surrender himself.

But then...

Ten seconds passed.

Half a minute passed.

A minute passed.

Instead of surrendering, even the Library Pavilion’s door restriction showed no sign of opening.

The scene turned awkward.

Feeling his face was at stake, Mad Saber Zhenren, angrily, used an even louder voice, coupled with the Golden Core stage’s powerful pressure, to cover the area.

"You meager Qi Refining stage demonic loose cultivator, quickly bind your arms and surrender! If you cooperate, perhaps I can give you a quick end. Resist, and your life will be in jeopardy!"

The Master and elders: "..."

Zhenren, are you looking to kill or capture?

This is hard to evaluate.

Seeing Lu Wenwu still not emerging, Mad Saber Zhenren became furious.

He looked at the struggling Master behind him and shouted angrily, "If that demon cultivator resists, I will slash your Library Pavilion in two. No objections, right? I’ll compensate you afterward."

"No objections, no objections. Zhenren, please proceed." The Master immediately laughed in response.

"Then it’s settled."

Mad Saber Zhenren moved the Ghost Head Saber from his shoulder and pointed it at the Library Pavilion, continuing his scolding.

"Surrender demon cultivator, my patience is limited! I’ll give you one last chance..."

Inside the Library Pavilion.

Lu Wenwu, already annoyed by the inability to find information about the Cyan Profound Sword Sect, felt even more bothered by Mad Saber Zhenren’s constant loudness.

But on the principle of avoiding making enemies as a newcomer, Lu Wenwu signaled Mao Mao to go out and deal with the persistent person.

Covering its ears, Mao Mao, who was napping, obediently got up and headed outside.

Thus, those outside the Library Pavilion saw a door creak open, and a furry little head poked out from inside.

It was a round, black-golden puppy head.

With bright eyes, it scanned around to confirm the source of the noise, then walked out and squatted in front of Mad Saber Zhenren.

Mao Mao, speaking human language, louder than Mad Saber Zhenren, opened its mouth to scold: "Woof! My master said, ’Why are you barking like a dog? Why are you barking like a dog?’"

Mad Saber Zhenren was stunned on the spot, puzzled and uncertain.

A dog...talked!?

Hiss!

A Golden Core Great Demon with a top-level bloodline inheritance?

Mad Saber Zhenren immediately felt his heart skip a beat, instinctively wanting to retreat.

These Great Demons are not to be trifled with; less trouble is better.

However, cautiously extending his divine sense, he discovered the presence lacked the aura of a Golden Core or Nascent Soul.

It seemed merely a strong Qi Refining.

Damn, a young Divine Beast bloodline Great Demon?

I’m going to make it big!

Mad Saber Zhenren grinned broadly and lunged toward Mao Mao’s direction.

"You little thing, why are you barking like a dog!"