Hao Ren searched Xiao Long Nu's body thoroughly but found no storage-type magical treasures.
Hao Ren, of course, wouldn't give up. Search, keep searching!
"Um, I'm starting now!"
"Understood, Master!"
Xiao Long Nu smiled, gentle and obedient.
Her reaction made Hao Ren a little embarrassed.
Damn it, I feel like such a beast!
Would I be struck by lightning if I preyed on such a pure and kind girl?
Just as Hao Ren hesitated and struggled, Xiao Long Nu raised her head, puffed out her chest, and offered herself.
Her large, watery eyes were clear and bright, devoid of any impurities, like the purest crystals.
"Master, are you having any difficulties? Do you need my help?"
Hao Ren.
(￣ェ￣;)
You don't need to help with something like this!
I can do it!
I absolutely must do it!
What decent man can't do it!
Hao Ren gritted his teeth, shut his mouth, stared with his eyes, hardened his heart, and extended his claws...
Come on!
Just as Hao Ren's claws were about to touch Xiao Long Nu, an unexpected change occurred!
Xiao Long Nu's gaze sharpened, and a powerful aura erupted from her.
The pure and kind little white rabbit had gloriously transformed into a queen with a powerful presence!
Hao Ren was startled.
What's going on?
Had Xiao Long Nu recovered her memory?
If that were the case, he was dead!
Hao Ren was filled with dread, but he soon realized he was overthinking. Xiao Long Nu's sudden burst of aura was not directed at him. Her sharp gaze was fixed on the outside of the cave.
"Master, an enemy is approaching!"
Enemy?
Hearing this, Hao Ren dared not be negligent and immediately commanded the system in his mind to activate the "Scan Nearby People" function.
[Beep! Within 100 meters, "Shengfeng Sect" true disciple Qin Wei detected.]
[Beep! Within 100 meters, "Shengfeng Sect" inner disciple Yang Sen detected.]
[Beep! Within 100 meters, "Shengfeng Sect" inner disciple Zhang Peng detected.]
[Beep! 543 meters to the southwest, "Shengfeng Sect" outer disciple Guo Dabao detected.]
[Beep! 765 meters to the northeast, "Shengfeng Sect" outer disciple Liu Fuquan detected.]
...
System prompts sounded continuously.
Hao Ren was astonished.
Those guys from "Shengfeng Sect" were here again!
According to the system's information, a total of 10 cultivators from "Shengfeng Sect" had arrived this time. Qin Wei was a true disciple, and the others were either inner or outer disciples. These people were likely led by Qin Wei.
These individuals were not Hao Ren's friends, so he couldn't see their detailed personal information. However, as a true disciple of "Shengfeng Sect," Qin Wei should at least have a Foundation Establishment stage cultivation.
So strong!
So dangerous!
Hao Ren immediately made up his mind. He would absolutely not go out and would not provoke the cultivators from "Shengfeng Sect." He would continue to lie low, quietly "hiding" in the cave as a handsome man.
Hao Ren couldn't help but glance at Xiao Long Nu again.
At this moment, Xiao Long Nu had returned to normal, once again resembling a "pure and kind little white rabbit." Her previous powerful aura and "queenly demeanor" seemed like an illusion, making it feel unreal.
However, Hao Ren knew very well that it was not an illusion, definitely not an illusion!
Xiao Long Nu's momentary burst of aura was definitely the presence of a Golden Core Great Cultivator.
Hao Ren was both shocked and delighted.
On one hand, he was worried that Xiao Long Nu might truly awaken and regain her memories.
On the other hand, he was very happy, feeling like he had unlocked a "new function" for Xiao Long Nu, allowing her to sense enemies and give advance warnings.
Hao Ren's mood was conflicted.
At this moment, he heard voices speaking from outside the cave.
Hao Ren cautiously walked to the cave entrance and looked outside. He saw three "Shengfeng Sect" cultivators approaching his cave, less than ten meters from his entrance.
Hao Ren secretly rejoiced. Fortunately, Wang Tenglong had helped him renovate and upgrade the "Nine Dragon Five Elements Array." With the array concealing their presence, he could see the "Shengfeng Sect" cultivators, but they couldn't detect him.
At this moment, the three "Shengfeng Sect" cultivators were conversing.
"Senior Brother Qin, is it true that the Old Dragon Woman of the Divine Power Sect is seriously injured and on the verge of death?"
Inside the cave.
Upon hearing this, Hao Ren's ears immediately perked up.
He heard these "Shengfeng Sect" cultivators discussing the "Old Dragon Woman," a topic he cared deeply about and was extremely interested in.
The "Old Dragon Woman" was "Xiao Long Nu," and she was currently staying obediently in Hao Ren's cave.
The cultivator addressed as "Senior Brother Qin" had slender eyes and an indescribable arrogant aura about him.
He was the strongest among the ten "Shengfeng Sect" cultivators, the true disciple Qin Wei.
Qin Wei let out a cold laugh, clasped his hands behind his back, and said in a condescending tone.
"Junior Brother Yang, I heard this directly from the Sect Master. Are you doubting me, or are you doubting the Sect Master?"
Yang Sen broke out in a cold sweat upon hearing this and quickly explained.
"Senior Brother Qin, please don't misunderstand. I truly wasn't questioning you, nor would I dare to question the Sect Master. It's just... the great battle of Golden Core cultivators a few days ago was too terrifying. The Sect Master and the elders were besieged by demonic cultivators, and they all sustained injuries. Our Shengfeng Sect is greatly weakened!"
Qin Wei was dismissive and said coldly.
"So what? Even though the Sect Master and the elders were injured, the demonic cultivators didn't fare any better. Especially the Old Dragon Woman of the Divine Power Sect, she was severely wounded by the Sect Master and several Golden Core elders, and is not far from death. This time, we must find her. Whether she is alive or dead, we will make a fortune!"
Upon hearing this, Hao Ren finally understood what was going on.
The great battle of Golden Core cultivators a few days ago had resulted in mutual destruction.
Neither "Shengfeng Sect" nor the demonic cultivators had gained any advantage.
The Sect Master of "Shengfeng Sect," Wang Shanhe, and the various elders were all injured, their strength greatly diminished.
The group of demonic cultivators also suffered greatly, all of them injured. The Old Dragon Woman of the "Divine Power Sect" was the most unfortunate. She was besieged by the experts of "Shengfeng Sect," severely injured, and on the verge of death. She fell into a coma and was eventually picked up by the Little Spirit Monkey King and given to Hao Ren.
Tsk tsk...
As for Qin Wei and his group, they were "fellow travelers" with Hao Ren. They also wanted to "pick up the express delivery."
In Qin Wei's group's opinion, the Old Dragon Woman was severely injured and dying. A severely injured and dying Golden Core cultivator was a great treasure. She must have many elixirs, magical treasures, and cultivation techniques on her...
As long as they found the Old Dragon Woman, they would be rich!