Dapeng's Time Travel Life

Chapter 405 The Undercurrents Within the Lingxiao Pavilion

Zhang Peng and his group returned to Lingxiao Pavilion, where the leaders and elders of various sects in the cultivation world were already anxiously waiting in the council hall. After everyone was seated, Zhang Peng recounted in detail the perilous encounter at the border, and a solemn atmosphere instantly enveloped the entire council hall.

Xuan Chenzi frowned and tapped his fingers lightly on the table: "The black-robed man's power is becoming increasingly rampant. The mysterious force that has appeared this time is unheard of. It seems that we underestimated them before."

Chisongzi stroked his beard, his gaze deep: "The most urgent task is to find out the mastermind behind the black-robed men and their true purpose in constantly provoking trouble. The appearance of this mysterious force is by no means accidental."

Murong Yu couldn't help but speak up: "In my opinion, they are definitely after the mysterious bead and the Chaos Law. Ever since Zhang Peng mastered the Chaos Law and found the mysterious bead, they have been making frequent moves, definitely wanting to seize these powers for their own use."

Liu Ruoli nodded slightly: "Murong Yu is absolutely right. Moreover, they seem to know everything about our actions, and they can always plan ahead. Could there be an inside agent among us?"

These words caused a stir among the crowd, followed by a moment of silence. If there truly was a traitor within the cultivation world, the consequences would be unimaginable. Zhang Peng's heart tightened; he had harbored similar suspicions before, but had never had any evidence. "Regardless of whether there's an inside agent, we must strengthen our defenses. From now on, increase guards in key areas of the Lingxiao Pavilion and all sects, and strictly check all personnel entering and leaving."

After the meeting, Zhang Peng went alone to the place guarded by the mysterious bead. This place was protected by layers of restrictions and guarded in shifts by elite disciples of the Lingxiao Pavilion. He stood before the bead, his chaotic laws subtly circulating, attempting to glean more clues about the black-robed man's conspiracy. Suddenly, he sensed an anomaly in the bead's spiritual energy fluctuations. Although extremely faint, it was remarkably noticeable under the perception of the chaotic laws.

Zhang Peng was startled and immediately focused his mind to investigate further. He discovered that this unusual fluctuation seemed to be related to an ancient, dark prophecy. In ancient legends, when the laws of chaos and the power of the mysterious bead fully merged, it would trigger a catastrophe powerful enough to destroy the world, but it would also contain an opportunity to save it. The black-robed figures seemed to know this prophecy; their goal was to prevent the fusion of the laws of chaos and the mysterious bead, or to seize the power during the fusion, causing the disaster and thus ruling the world.

Zhang Peng realized the gravity of the situation; he needed to find a solution as soon as possible. He returned to his lodgings and began poring over various ancient texts, hoping to find more information about the prophecy. For several days, he devoted himself to the vast sea of ​​books, neglecting sleep and meals.

Meanwhile, strange phenomena began to appear within the Lingxiao Pavilion. Some disciples suddenly felt their spiritual energy become disordered during cultivation, as if interfered with by an invisible force; others saw mysterious black shadows moving around the pavilion at night, only to vanish without a trace when they chased after them. These anomalies caused widespread panic within the Lingxiao Pavilion, greatly impacting the disciples' cultivation and daily lives.

Murong Yu and Liu Ruoli found Zhang Peng and told him what had happened. "Zhang Peng, things are very strange in Lingxiao Pavilion lately. Everyone is in a state of panic. Could it be that the man in black robes is up to something in the dark?" Murong Yu said anxiously.

Zhang Peng nodded: "Very likely. After their setback at the border, they will probably turn their attention to Lingxiao Pavilion, trying to undermine our defenses or seize the mysterious bead. We must find a solution as soon as possible to stabilize morale."

Liu Ruoli pondered for a moment: "I think we can hold a cultivation conference and invite elite disciples from various sects to come and exchange skills. This will not only improve everyone's strength and enhance the cohesion between sects, but also provide an opportunity to investigate whether there are any spies from the black-robed man."

Zhang Peng's eyes lit up: "That's a good idea. We can set up some tests related to the laws of chaos and the mysterious bead at the Immortal Cultivation Conference, so that everyone can improve their understanding and application of these two powers through practice. At the same time, we can arrange for people to observe secretly and keep an eye out for those who behave abnormally."

Thus, Lingxiao Pavilion began intensive preparations for the Immortal Cultivation Conference. Once the news spread, various sects responded enthusiastically, with numerous elite disciples signing up to participate. During the preparations, Zhang Peng, Murong Yu, and others meticulously designed the competition events and tests, striving to ensure that the conference would not only enhance their strength but also serve as an opportunity to uncover internal spies.

However, just as the Immortal Cultivation Conference was about to begin, an unexpected incident occurred. A disciple responsible for guarding the mysterious bead suddenly disappeared, and the restrictions surrounding the bead showed signs of weakening. Upon learning the news, Zhang Peng immediately rushed to the scene. He carefully examined the restrictions and the surrounding environment and discovered that someone had used an extremely concealed spell to bypass the guards and restrictions and take the disciple away.

"It seems the men in black robes have already begun their operation. They likely intend to kidnap this disciple to obtain information about the mysterious bead's protection, or to use him to disrupt the Immortal Cultivation Conference," Zhang Peng said with a grim expression.

Murong Yu clenched his fist: "These despicable bastards, we absolutely cannot let them succeed. Zhang Peng, what should we do?"

Zhang Peng pondered for a moment: "Let's not alert them yet. On the one hand, continue preparing for the Immortal Cultivation Conference and proceed as planned; on the other hand, secretly investigate the whereabouts of the missing disciples, while strengthening the protection of the mysterious bead, setting up more traps and restrictions, and waiting for the man in black robes to walk into our trap."

Following Zhang Peng's instructions, everyone quickly sprang into action. Inside the Lingxiao Pavilion, preparations for the Immortal Cultivation Conference continued outwardly, but inwardly, a thrilling contest was quietly unfolding. Zhang Peng knew that this conference was not only an opportunity to elevate the strength of the cultivation world, but also a life-or-death struggle against the black-robed man. He had to go all out to ensure the future of the cultivation world…