Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8309: Importance (1)

Zhao Hai had spent ten days lurking outside Impermanence Island. During this period, his primary focus was gathering intelligence. His spell insects had successfully infiltrated almost every corner of the island, with the exception of the core area. Consequently, Zhao Hai possessed comprehensive knowledge of the entire island, save for its innermost sanctum.

Despite his findings, Zhao Hai was convinced that the God-killing blade was not located on Impermanence Island; it likely remained on Blood Shadow Island. His surveillance of the elders and core disciples yielded no mention of the weapon. This lack of information suggested that the two prominent leaders of the Blood Realm Sea Alliance were not as unified or strategically competent as he had initially anticipated.

Having assessed the situation, Zhao Hai set his course directly for Blood Shadow Island. His objective was to reach the island swiftly and locate the God-killing blade. Even if a theft was not immediately possible, identifying its exact position was crucial for the Blood Slaughter Sect’s future operations.

The journey between Impermanence Island and Blood Shadow Island was significant. Traveling at maximum speed across the sea took Zhao Hai nearly a month. He encountered numerous rebel patrols during this time, as they maintained a strict blockade and conducted regular scouting missions. However, Zhao Hai remained undetected; his alien companions could spot the patrols from a great distance, allowing him to navigate around them with ease. The rebels never even realized he was there.

Meanwhile, the Blood Lotus had transported Yan Bei to Blood Drop Island. Upon arrival, Yan Bei exited the Blood Lotus and flew toward the island, only to be immediately intercepted by a surrounding force. It was evident that Blood Drop Island was under high alert. As an outsider, his presence was detected the moment he crossed the perimeter.

Faced with this, Yan Bei quickly called out, "Fellow brothers, please stay your hands. I have come seeking someone. Is Senior Brother Shen Nanzheng currently on the island? I am here to speak with him." As he spoke, Yan Bei cupped his fists in a respectful gesture and moved his hand away from his storage bag to signal that he had no intention of fighting.

The cultivators of Blood Drop Island paused. A disciple in the Spell Usage Realm, who appeared to be the strongest among the outer sect members present, stepped forward and asked, "Who are you? And for what reason do you seek Senior Shen?"

"I am a friend of Zhao Hai, and he is the one who sent me here," Yan Bei answered immediately. "He is currently occupied and unable to return, so he requested that I meet with Senior Shen Nanzheng. He provided me with a means of travel that I cannot disclose. Could one of you junior brothers please inform him of my arrival?" Yan Bei hoped that mentioning Zhao Hai, a true disciple of the island, would carry enough weight to ease his entry.

To Yan Bei’s surprise, the mention of Zhao Hai’s name caused the disciples to freeze for a moment before their demeanor shifted entirely. One disciple approached Yan Bei, cupping his fists respectfully. "So you are a friend of Senior Brother Zhao Hai. Please accept our apologies; we were unaware. We must still verify your identity, but a messenger has already been dispatched to invite Senior Brother Shen. He should arrive shortly. Please bear with us!"

Yan Bei was stunned by their sudden politeness. He hadn't realized how much influence Zhao Hai’s name commanded on Blood Drop Island. Greatly impressed, he replied, "Junior brothers, there is no need for such formality. My name is Yan Bei, hailing from Blood Bone Island. I was recently on a mission with Junior Brother Zhao Hai. After we emerged, we learned of the rebellion. He has taken on another task and cannot return yet, which is why he sent me to find Senior Brother Shen."

Just as he finished speaking, a voice called out, "Junior Brother Yan, I didn't expect you to arrive quite this late. I have already received the letter from Junior Brother Zhao Hai. Please forgive my delay in meeting you!" Shen Nanzheng emerged from the crowd, cupping his fists toward Yan Bei as he approached.

Surprised by Shen Nanzheng's rapid appearance, Yan Bei returned the greeting. "Greetings, Senior Brother Shen. I am Yan Bei. Here is the Jade Slip that Junior Brother Zhao Hai asked me to deliver to you." He produced the Jade Slip and held it out. Although Shen Nanzheng’s companions remained cautious, Shen Nanzheng himself took the slip without hesitation.

After scanning the contents with his mental power, Shen Nanzheng tucked the slip away. He turned to Yan Bei with a smile and said, "Junior Brother Yan, you are welcome on Blood Drop Island. Please, follow me. The rest of you may return to your posts." He then led Yan Bei further into the island. The other disciples bowed to both of them before departing. Yan Bei noted the discipline and etiquette of the Blood Drop Island disciples with a nod of approval.

The pair soon reached the Main Killing Courtyard. Shen Nanzheng invited Yan Bei to sit and ordered tea to be served. "Junior Brother Yan," Shen Nanzheng began with a smile, "how is Junior Brother Zhao Hai? Truthfully, we have been quite concerned about him. How did you two manage to escape the rebel traps?"

Yan Bei recounted the events at the Spiritual Array Sect. He explained that the Array Spirit had permitted their departure only after they assisted in repairing the ancient arrays. He intentionally omitted the detail about Zhao Hai creating energy threads to provide the Array Spirit with a physical form. That was a private matter between them and the spirit, and he felt it best kept secret.

Regarding the Array Spirit itself, Yan Bei felt there was little harm in mentioning it. They had already secured the cultivation techniques of the Spiritual Array Sect to hand over to their own Sect. Since the Sect would eventually learn of these methods, the existence of an Array Spirit was not a significant secret.

Shen Nanzheng sighed in relief after hearing the story. "I see. It is fortunate that Little Hai possesses such quick wits. Had you not stayed within the Spiritual Array Sect, I fear neither of you would have made it back. Those rebels are truly loathsome for betraying the Blood Slaughter Sect. One day, we shall wipe them all out."

At these words, a fierce killing intent flared within Yan Bei. He said in a low, cold voice, "That day will surely come. I will personally see them dead to avenge what happened to Blood Bone Island!" The mention of the rebellion brought the tragedy of his home island back to the forefront of his mind.

Shen Nanzheng was taken aback by the intensity of Yan Bei's reaction. He looked at him closely and asked softly, "Junior Brother Yan, what is wrong?" He couldn't understand why Yan Bei seemed so personally devastated by the general news of the rebellion.

Yan Bei looked Shen Nanzheng in the eye and whispered, "Senior Brother Shen, you might not be aware, but when Little Hai and I left the Spiritual Array Sect, we visited Blood Bone Island. We discovered the rebels had carried out a total massacre. Even my Master was wounded. I will never forgive them."

"What? A total massacre of Blood Bone Island? How despicable!" Shen Nanzheng understood the gravity of such an act. He was shocked that former members of the Blood Slaughter Sect could be so ruthless toward their own kind. Massacres of entire islands were usually reserved for blood feuds where no reconciliation was possible. To do this during a rebellion was beyond the pale. He felt a deep sense of sympathy and shared outrage for Yan Bei's loss.

As they spoke, an aged voice echoed through the area, "Young Master Shen, the Island Master has arrived to meet with Yan Bei." The voice seemed to originate from a distance, startling Yan Bei. He looked at Shen Nanzheng, who gave an apologetic smile. "My apologies, Junior Brother Yan. My Master has been extremely worried about Little Hai’s safety. He likely wants to hear about him firsthand. Please, come with me."

"Of course," Yan Bei replied, though he was privately shocked. He had known Zhao Hai was respected, but he hadn't realized his status was so high that the Island Master would personally come to see a messenger so quickly. He realized he had significantly underestimated Zhao Hai’s importance to Blood Drop Island.

They left the Main Killing Courtyard and encountered an elderly man outside. The elder nodded to Yan Bei and led them toward the House of Three Talents. Shen Nanzheng followed behind, quietly explaining that this was Uncle Cheng and that his stoic attitude was normal. Yan Bei listened but remained focused on the upcoming meeting.

The group soon entered the House of Three Talents, where Yan Bei and Shen Nanzheng were brought to a small temple. Lei Gang and two others were seated inside. After the two juniors offered their greetings, Lei Gang waved them off. "Very well, Yan Bei. I have summoned you to discuss Little Hai. Tell me everything: how you escaped the Spiritual Array Sect, your journey through the West Ocean, and how Little Hai is faring."

Yan Bei bowed to Lei Gang and provided a detailed report. He covered their exit from the Spiritual Array Sect, their arrival in the West Ocean, how they established contact, the missions they accepted, and the grim discovery on Blood Bone Island. He explained why Zhao Hai felt it necessary to stay behind in the West Ocean while sending Yan Bei back. Following his agreement with Zhao Hai, he omitted any mention of the energy threads used by the Array Spirit. He believed that revealing such details would only lead to unnecessary complications, and since his own understanding of magical formations was limited, he didn't view the technical specifics of the energy threads as vital information worth sharing.