Two wizards wearing black armor stood on both sides of the valley entrance, each holding a black spear. The tip of the spear shimmered with dark red light, echoing the magical patterns on the cliff face.
Their gazes were sharp, like two burning dark red lanterns, observing every approaching figure in the twilight.
Their cultivation level was at the seventh rank of the Golden Immortal Realm, and their auras were both calm and sharp, which clearly showed that they were elite guardians of the Black Abyss Valley.
Seeing David and his group approaching, the two men simultaneously raised their spears and crossed them to block the entrance to the valley. Their movements were quick and decisive, without any hesitation.
“stop!”
The guard on the left shouted sternly, his voice echoing among the cliffs at the valley entrance, carrying undeniable authority.
His gaze swept across David, Jiang Xuelan, and Xuanzhenzi, his brows furrowed sharply, a glimmer of wariness and hostility flashed in his eyes. “Human cultivators? What are you guys doing in the Black Abyss Valley? Don’t you know this is the territory of demon cultivators, and outsiders are not allowed to enter?”
Yan Feng stepped forward, cupped his hands in respect, and spoke with a hint of solemnity in his voice: “Brothers, I am Yan Feng of Falling Star City. These human cultivators are my saviors. They saved me and my daughter, as well as my people.”
The gods are hunting demon cultivators everywhere, and we can no longer stay outside. We want to enter the valley for temporary shelter and leave after the storm passes…”
“Yan Feng?”
The guard on the right looked him up and down, as if trying to remember his name, then nodded, his guard barely easing. “I remember you. You lived in this valley for several years before going to Falling Star City.”
“But I can’t make up my mind for you to bring human cultivators to the Black Abyss Valley. You know the rules: the Black Abyss Valley is a gathering place for devil cultivators; outsiders are not allowed to enter. This rule was established hundreds of years ago, and no one can break it.”
Yan Feng’s expression changed, and his voice was urgent: “Brother, I know the rules, but these people are really different! They saved us in the City of Falling Stars. If it weren’t for them, my daughter and I would have died at the hands of the gods long ago!”
“Please be kind and allow me to enter to appeal to the leader. If the leader agrees, I will bring them in. Is that okay?”
“NO.”
The guard on the left shook his head, his tone firm, leaving no room for negotiation: “Rules are rules. You may enter, but these human cultivators are not allowed to enter.”
If they really wanted to enter the valley, they had to first obtain personal permission from the chief. Otherwise, I cannot allow them to pass. This is my duty; please understand.
“But……”
There are no “buts”.
The guard on the right also spoke up, his voice softer than the one on the left, but his attitude just as firm, “Yan Feng, you should know that if this happened at any other time, if you brought some human friends, we might be able to tell them for you.”
However, these are extraordinary times. The gods have just declared war on us, and bounties are scattered everywhere. Countless humans and gods tried to infiltrate and gather information. We dare not take that risk.”
Yan Feng’s lips trembled slightly, and a hint of helplessness and embarrassment flashed in his eyes.
Even though he was a minor leader in Falling Star City, leading around a dozen people and having absolute authority, he had practically no influence in a place like Black Abyss Valley.
The guards didn’t respect him, and he couldn’t do anything about it.
The managers here did not recognize his identity; he wasn’t even qualified to take David to accept the award.
He turned around, looked at David, his face full of regret, and did not even dare to look David in the eye: “My benefactor I am truly sorry. I do not have a high standing in this valley, and my words do not have much influence.”
Why don’t you wait outside the valley for a while? I’ll go in and explain the situation to the leader and see if we can.”
David noticed Yan Feng’s embarrassed and helpless expression, but he didn’t blame him.
He had long realized that although Yan Feng’s cultivation level was not low, his status among devil cultivators was not high. Otherwise, he would not live in a small place like Falling Star City with his family and only a dozen or so clan members by his side.
He nodded, his voice calm: “It’s not your fault. Then”
Before he finished speaking, the black mist at the entrance of the valley suddenly stirred, as if moved by an invisible hand, emitting a low whistling sound.
Two figures emerged from the black mist.
The person in the lead wore a dark blue robe embroidered with ancient devil totems, each pattern slowly shimmering with dark light.
FAQ Novel
Q: What does the entrance to the Black Abyss Valley look like?
A: The entrance is marked by two towering black cliffs adorned with dense, glowing red magical runes, and is filled with a thick black mist containing potent demonic energy.
Q: Why is the Black Abyss Valley dangerous for ordinary cultivators?
A: The valley’s environment and abundant demonic energy severely suppress the spiritual power of ordinary cultivators, reducing their combat effectiveness significantly.
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