Ethereal World: Vicious Cannon Fodder's Immortality Road
Chapter 888: The Immortal Disciples from the Cold Maple Palace

Chapter 888: The Immortal Disciples from the Cold Maple Palace

[Immortal Realm, Ember Dune Desert, Glass Lizard Region]

"Time outside is short. Besides, Shen Xian will be back soon. How about we go inside the Ethereal Small World and call out everyone to help?" Shenlian Sheshan suggested.

"Uncle Shan, I remember that the Glass Lizard Clan is skilled in craftsmanship and weapon-making. Should we let them help us? But, is it okay to reveal the secret method for crafting this type of bracelet to them?" she asked thoughtfully. If possible, she didn’t want to disturb his recovery time; she knew how devoted he was to regaining his strength.

"It’s fine. Since they’ve already become our allies, we should give them benefits that bind them to us. That way, even if they want to betray us in the future, they’ll think twice when they consider what we’re capable of," Shenlian Sheshan replied, his cunning smile as sly as a treacherous fox. The expression made both Shenlian Yingyue and Wang Pei Zhi shiver.

"Besides, this crafting method isn’t rare. In the Shenlian Clan, every weapon master knows it. Mine is simply more advanced." Shenlian Sheshan spoke without pride, which only deepened their admiration for him.

"My uncle is wise." She gave him a thumbs up.

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One hour later, Shenlian Sheshan gathered the Glass Lizard clan members in one place.

The Glass Lizards looked at him with awe; even the most skilled weapon masters in their clan gazed at him with newfound respect.

Five days later, they prepared to leave the Glass Lizard region. However, before they could, something major occurred. At the same time, Bu Si Shu arrived, though he remained hidden, watching the scene unfold with great interest.

A group of cultivators appeared just as they stepped outside the Glass Lizard Region.

"The Immortal Disciples from the Cold Maple Palace in the Seasonal Domain? What are they doing here?" one of the Glass Lizard elders muttered, frowning.

The female immortals of Cold Maple Palace were as breathtaking as winter maples over fading autumn. Their beauty was ethereal, skin like frost-kissed jade, and hair as dark as ink.

Their robes shifted between icy silver and autumn red. Their eyes were distant and deep, like frozen lakes concealing deep secrets. They spoke little, moved with silent grace, and exuded a chilling elegance, cold, proud, untouchable. Each step they took left a faint trail of frost.

Their robes shimmered with delicate, frost-like embroidery. They adorned themselves with maple jade hairpins, silver tassels, and fine chains that chimed softly as they walked. All wore translucent silk veils, adding to their mystique.

The male immortal’s beauty and temperament were no less than his female counterparts. Though veiled, it wasn’t hard to sense the allure hidden beneath.

Shenlian Yingyue observed them with a hint of curiosity. Immortals truly deserved to be called immortals. Their grace, power, and presence were on a level far above the mortal cultivators she had known in the Mortal Realm.

Her companions glanced at them briefly before turning away. Some, like Xiao Mei, Xiao Nian, Xiao Qiu, and Lu Long, rubbed their chins with amused interest.

Xiao Yun, Zhiyi, Shenlian Yinzhu, Xiong Zi Ying, and the others remained indifferent. No matter how dazzling others were, to them, their Yue’er was the best.

"By order of our Palace Lord, we command you to hand over the Sunfire Crystals. Refuse, and die." One disciple pointed a slender finger at the Glass Lizard Ancestor, speaking coldly and arrogantly. Others didn’t realize this was the revered leader of the Glass Lizard Clan; they assumed he was just another old man.

Their haughty demeanor, as if no one else mattered, made everyone’s expression sank. How dare these so-called immortals disrespect their ancestor?

The Glass Lizard Ancestor ignored them completely, as though they weren’t worth his attention. He had only shown himself because he was seeing off Shenlian Yingyue and her group.

However, others weren’t so tolerant of such arrogance.

"Bold immortal people! How dare you point your filthy fingers at us? Who do you think you are?" the Glass Lizards sneered.

"You threaten us for our treasures, with just ten of you? Are you tired of living?"

("Immortal people" here refers to human race.)

The Glass Lizard Ancestor’s indifference infuriated the Cold Maple Palace disciples, but they kept their expressions cold and aloof. However, after hearing the harsh retorts, they sneered without restraint.

"You lowly beings dare to talk back to us? It is an honor that we even chose to negotiate instead of wiping your clan from existence."

"Instead of showing gratitude, you filthy creatures look down on us? Your existence is a disgrace to the Immortal Realm."

Their words were vile, and the Glass Lizards could barely hold themselves back.

Just as the tension reached its peak, a voice broke the silence.

"Ehh? I smell something foul, like rotten meat. Did some people just let out a fart?" Xiao Li wrinkled his nose. He hadn’t intended to intervene, but these immortals reminded him too much of the arrogant people from the Shenlian Clan who once insulted his master. He couldn’t hold back.

"Pfft!!" Everyone burst into laughter while the faces of the Cold Maple Palace disciples under their silk veils turned blue with fury.

"Where did this low-life purple fox come from? Can it speak human language, or only bark like a mortal dog?" one of the female disciples sneered coldly.

"Again, why does your mouth smell so bad? Is that why you wear a veil?" Xiao Li sniffed dramatically, then rushed into Shenlian Yingyue’s arms with a pitiful pout. "Master, these ugly people smell like socks soaked in sweat for a year. I want to vomit, ugh!!"

"Pftt!!!"

"You damn fox!!" their faces twisted in rage. Only now did they realize Shenlian Yingyue’s group was here.

"Does Cold Maple Palace have water?" Shenlian Yingyue asked coolly.

"What do you mean by that?" one of them snapped.

"My friend is simply asking whether you’ve bathed before coming here, ugly woman." Wang Pei Zhi said, feigning innocence as he rubbed his nose.

Everyone’s lips twitched.

"You’ve got sharp tongues, but speak while you still can. Soon, your worthless corpses will feed the beasts of this land." The immortal disciples’ expressions darkened.

"You speak as if your corpses are made of diamonds." Shenlian Yingyue replied, her tone calm. She couldn’t allow anyone to insult her companions.

Realizing what she meant, their eyes shrank. Was she implying they were worthless?

"Of course, we are not as lowly as you. We, the immortal disciples of Cold Maple Palace, are admired and respected by all. Who doesn’t revere our strength and elegance?" they said proudly.

"Are you sure those people have stable mental health? I know a bit of medicine. I can offer them free checkups." Shenlian Yingyue tilted her head, genuinely curious.

Laughter exploded once more, while her companions looked at her with doting smiles.

The immortal disciples were stunned. How long had it been since someone dare to humiliate them like this? As disciples of their Palace Lord, they were used to praise, not mockery.

Before they could retort, Shenlian Yingyue cut in, "Enough. Since they call you low-lives, then show them the taste of defeat." Her words were directed at the Glass Lizards.

She had no desire to confront them now. Otherwise, these immortal disciples would find themselves in a sorry state, as she had never shown mercy to those who looked down on her companions. Furthermore, she was curious about the true strength of the Glass Lizards.

The Glass Lizards looked at her, then at their ancestor and elders. Receiving a nod, they stepped forward fearlessly to face the Cold Maple disciples.