High Martial Arts: Invincible Starts from Basic Archery Chapter 786 - 614: That was just now, it doesn’t count anymore

Red Dragon Sect Secret Realm.

Except for the sporadic disturbances from demon beasts in the rear mountains, tranquility usually prevailed.

The old site of the Red Dragon Sect lacked even the slightest trace of ghostly presences.

All at once, a disturbance rippled through the void, like waves on a pond, and a silhouette materialized within the secret realm.

In that instant, the entire secret realm stirred to life, particularly amid the sect's dilapidated remnants. Multiple dark forms surfaced, some rising from the earth, others slinking from wall crevices, their stares hungrily locked on the fresh arrival.

Chen Fan picked up on this development right away.

Prior to acquiring the Observing the Universe Technique, he merely detected a handful of watchful eyes upon him.

He had no clear idea of their true nature.

Now, though, he "perceived" various black-mist figures glaring at him, their foggy visages displaying a greed akin to mortals'.

He ascended the stairs ahead.

Such movement electrified the shadows.

"He's approaching, he's approaching! He's making his way over here!"

"Is it possible he's truly entering?"

As delight filled the shadows, their attention shifted to Hei Yu with disbelief.

"I warned you ages ago, he'd seek me out, didn't I say so?"

That particular shadow boasted with pride.

He figured there was little downside to Chen Fan's delayed entrance. For any predator, waiting patiently ranks supreme.

Yet Chen Fan showed up after merely two days, a delightful twist beyond expectations.

"Hei Yu, hold off on celebrating prematurely. Perhaps he's only scouting around without any real plan to step inside?"

A voice laced with annoyance echoed.

"We'll observe and find out."

Hei Yu gave a chilly huff, "Regardless, he's my target, so keep your distance from this, understood?"

Though hesitant, the shadows unwillingly consented.

By now, Chen Fan stood at the threshold, and a timely voice echoed in his thoughts.

"Young friend, you've arrived?"

The tone carried warmth, reminiscent of a friendly elderly neighbor.

"Indeed, senior," Chen Fan found it humorous. The foe remained oblivious to his insight into their scheme. Still, he kept it hidden, opting for a sigh and an air of reluctance instead.

"Facing troubles in your cultivation path?"

Hei Yu grinned, radiating total assurance of triumph.

"Senior, your insight proves sharp as always."

Chen Fan answered honestly, "That Great Vajra Divine Power you shared before—after practicing it briefly, its strength seemed lacking, so I hoped to inquire about a stronger cultivation method?"

"Haven't I explained this already?"

The shadow appeared irritated, "Among my skills, the Great Vajra Divine Power stands as the most basic. I possess numerous Divine Demon-level Martial Arts, such as the Longevity Technique. Simply enter, and they're yours for the taking. Yet you persist in distrusting me, leaving me helpless."

"You're correct, senior. I'll step inside to claim those techniques."

Saying so, Chen Fan proceeded forward.

The moment he crossed the boundary, an icy chill wrapped around him instantly.

"?"

Hei Yu froze in shock.

He hadn't anticipated Chen Fan's swift compliance.

He'd assumed more persuasion would be required, as in the prior two encounters.

Reflecting briefly, clarity dawned on him.

Mankind's frailties lie in avarice and dread. At first, fear of him rendered his words ineffective on Chen Fan.

Once the advantages of the Great Vajra Divine Power tempted him, however, greed surged forth, casting aside all wariness.

"The youngster actually entered!"

"What spell did Hei Yu cast on him?"

"Curses!"

Envy and resentment gripped the other shadows, though acceptance dominated their reactions.

"Senior, where might you be?"

Chen Fan's call resounded.

Hei Yu swiftly shifted into the guise of a benevolent elder clad in white robes, approaching Chen Fan with a mild demeanor.

Being spectral beings, they harbored deep grudges against the world of the living.

Thus, when opportunity struck for slaughter, they preferred not to strike outright, savoring instead the slow push toward utter hopelessness.

"Young friend, you sought me out."

"Senior!"

Chen Fan's gaze brightened as he advanced a couple of paces, "My respects, senior."

"Hehe, dispense with the ceremony."

Hei Yu chuckled and added, "Young friend, you've come seeking the Divine Demon-level Martial Arts, haven't you? Come along with me."

In the span of recent centuries, countless souls akin to Chen Fan had ventured here.

Lured by insatiable desire, they were guided into zones of profound malice, enduring agonizing trials of body and soul.

Yet this occasion diverged sharply.

Chen Fan held his ground and proposed, "Senior, why not share the techniques right here?"

"???"

Confusion struck Hei Yu, who then scowled in mock offense, "Such impoliteness! The storage for those techniques lies nearby, but you refuse even this brief trek? Your resolve falters too easily. Very well, depart if you wish."

Finishing, he gestured dismissively.

Chen Fan stood dumbfounded.

This shadow excelled in deception.

Having ensnared many victims, it still feigned the aura of a lofty recluse, now dramatically shooing him off.

Noticing Chen Fan's immobility, Hei Yu snorted icily, "What holds you back from going?"

Chen Fan gave a casual shrug, "Should I truly desire exit, would you permit it?"