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On the way back with Wu Kong, Luo Liya had maintained her silence. She couldn't understand why Luo Lei would help her. Was it because they were siblings? Back then, he had abandoned the young Luo Liya in River City, while he had been enjoying his fortune in the Imperial City. She did not think that he would have any brotherly relationship with her.

Although she had never experienced the most difficult period for Luo Liya — her mother's death, her brother's absence, being bullied by her stepmother and sister. However, she still wanted to speak up for the original Luo Liya. Why was it that Lori could walk away so casually? Why?

Even if she didn't deal with him, Luo Liya wouldn't easily forgive him. This was the last thing she could do for the original Luo Liya.

After finding a way to train the Taotie, Luo Liya wanted to find an opportunity to test it out. Of course, she couldn't be the only one present during the process.

After all, he was once a god. Even though he was no longer as awe-inspiring as he was before, his cultivation was still superior compared to ordinary mortals.

Although a while ago he and Luo Liya had a little conflict because of the moon spirit, Luo Liya thought that his existence might affect the moon spirit's cultivation. At that time, he was somewhat dissatisfied, but when he thought about it, why did he need to be so haughty, and without the grace of a man, he and Luo Liya resumed their relationship.

First of all, we need to find a safe place, and this is not a joke. If teacher finds out that you have a Divine Beast pet, who knows what the consequences will be.

"Of course, since you've already mentioned it to me, then where would be the safest place?" Loria asked.

Zi Ruo knitted her brows as she thought about it. Not long later, she relaxed, "There's a place where not many students will be going. It's also very safe."

"Where?"

"Dark Mountain."

"Dark Mountain?"

"Yes." Zi Ruo replied unhurriedly, "There is only one Teacher Xu Shang living in the Nether Realm, there are very few things that can be hidden from his eyes, so he definitely knows about you possessing the Taotie Divine Beast, it's just that he never exposed it, furthermore the Taotie is originally in the poisonous forest of the Nether Realm Mountain, if the Taotie were to go missing, do you think he would not notice? However, since he has allowed you to do as you please, he definitely hopes for you to cultivate properly. Naturally, he will not let this matter spread out. "

Once again, Zi Ruo's words reached Luo Liya's heart. Xu Shang's skills were unfathomable, and although he was slightly lower than Dongli Zhen, in the Jade Water Nation, he was a figure that could not be compared to a soldier. He listened to the six paths and observed his surroundings.

He had the demeanor of a wise man in the middle of a long line.

Luo Liya agreed with Zi Ruo's suggestion and decided to choose a day to walk the mountain with Wu Kong and Zi Ruo. Yue Ling, Fu Dongming, and Ye Yingtian should stay in the academy since the mountain wasn't a good place.

However, after listening to their thoughts, Fu Dongming insisted on accompanying them. The reason given was also very plentiful.

"Xu Shang is my grandfather. If I were to go, the possibility of him not revealing anything would be higher, right?"

Fu Dongming had become more enlightened recently, and he seemed to be speaking and doing things with a sense of maturity. It was likely that he was slowly growing up in this academy, where experts were everywhere. Every single one of them had changed, including Wu Kong.

"Alright, then you can go with me." The thin layer of paper between her and Fu Dongming had already been penetrated by her. She had told him the same thing that Wu Kong had said, that she would temporarily break off all feelings of love. Her main focus was now on cultivation, and so were they.

Luo Liya was worried that he would cause trouble if he failed to join in the fun, so she didn't agree. Ye Yingtian had pestered Zi Ruo many times but to no avail. In the end, she could only console herself: Luckily, I still have someone to accompany me, and the moon spirit also didn't go.

It was so decided.

It was not the best time to convert her true energy, so Luo Liya could only patiently wait while she prepared. Fortunately, the rain did not last long, and two days later, in the early morning, the sky was bright and clear.

Luo Liya's mood was also very good, so she decided to go to the Cave of the Underworld today.

The four of them first arrived at the Mountain of Yue, but this time they were not as lucky as the time she and Wu Kong came, and did not end up on a mount to pick them up. Luo Liya could only try to summon the Taotie, but fortunately, the Taotie was more obedient and came out of the Zhen Qi stone.

If ordinary people were to see this Taotie, they would definitely be scared out of their wits. Fortunately, Luo Liya and the others had seen the world, so they all fearlessly sat on the back of the Taotie and held onto its tentacles. Luo Liya lightly patted it, and it immediately obediently flew forward.

The Cave of Netherworld was the home of the Tao Tie. It naturally knew the way, but compared to its previous professional mount, the Cave of Netherworld, it was much slower. It only took them around an hour to reach the Cave of Netherworld.

They were not prepared to be the first to act, so they went to Xu Shang and explained the situation to him. Thus, they arrived at the entrance of the cave where Xu Shang had hidden himself.

Xu Shang was practicing the set of fist techniques he had created at the entrance of the cave. Seeing them, he was not surprised at all. He raised his eyebrows slightly and said slowly, "You are here?"

Luo Liya and the others nodded.

"What's the purpose of this sudden visit?" Xu Shang said again.

Luo Liya had already thought of how to explain it to him, but when she saw Xu Shang, she was troubled. She hesitated and was about to open her mouth, but then she heard Fu Dongming's voice, "Grandfather, let me tell you. Shall we go in and discuss it in detail?"

Xu Shang shook his head, "I will explain it clearly here."

"Alright." Fu Dongming followed his intention and immediately agreed, "Do you know that Liya actually has a pet ancient mythical beast, the Taotie?"

Xu Shang nodded slightly, looking over Luo Liya, the corner of his mouth curled up slightly. With such an expression, Luo Liya could not guess what he was thinking.

"Right now, she wants to train a Taotie and let him slowly grow. So, she wants to borrow your territory, do you mind?"

After Fu Dongming had finished speaking, Xu Shang shifted his gaze towards him, but did not mention anything about the Taotie at all. Instead, he asked, "Have you increased your level in the recent days?"

Fu Dongming was immediately turned down by his question. His face instantly flushed red, and he lowered his head. "Grandfather, no, I've worked hard, it's just …"

"This kid can't be taught." Xu Shang criticized him seriously, but he did not let him finish. Fu Dongming lowered his head even more. He immediately changed the topic, looking at Luo Liya, "Do what you want to do. As long as you don't disturb me, an old man like me will stay here, and Fang He has already returned to the academy. I am the only one living here, could it be that you will share your secret with others?"

Perhaps he was angered by Fu Dongming's "failure" earlier, but Luo Liya knew he meant no harm. She stared at Fu Dongming, thinking that he would probably stay here and be scolded by Xu Shang.

She leaned close to his ear and whispered, "We'll sacrifice you a bit. Let's do what we need to do first and then we'll come here to find you."

Fu Dongming responded with a "En" and no longer spoke.

"That student thanks teacher." Luo Liya bowed deeply to Xu Shang, and Zi Ruo and Wukong did the same. They quickly left Xu Shang's cave and found an open space to start experimenting.

Honestly speaking, in his previous life, he had never heard of someone like Xu Shang from his mother's mouth. Before coming to the Imperial City, he had been secretly instructed by his mother to come to the Nether Realm to see Xu Shang. He had originally wanted to find an opportunity, but who knew that by some strange accident, he would be arranged to come to the Nether Realm to be tested.

Xu Shang was a serious and orthodox martial artist in his heart. His heart held kindness and integrity, and he loved the Blue Water Nation more than his own life. He also longed for his descendants to risk their lives and establish a glorious achievement for the Blue Water Nation.

Fu Dongming felt respect and fear for Xu Shang.

He was brought into the cave by Xu Shang, and just as he walked through the entrance, Fu Dongming was suddenly attacked without any warning. He had already prepared for Xu Shang's sudden idea of testing him, so he was no longer surprised.

Moreover, it seemed that Xu Shang did not use very powerful martial arts, only some basic moves.

Fu Dongming sat on the ground with a defeated expression. A wave of dejection flashed across his face.

"He gave up just like that? "Are you still considered to be a descendant of my Xu Family?" Looking at Fu Dongming's expression, Xu Shang's brows were immediately covered in fierce wrinkles, looking at him solemnly.

Fu Dongming immediately shook his head firmly, "Of course not! Dong Ming had never thought of giving up. He just felt that if he continued cultivating like before, he would still be far, far away from grandfather's expectations. I wonder when he will be able to reach that level. "

"Scared?" Xu Shang asked again.

"It's not that I'm afraid, I'm just a bit lost." He knew that his every move and movement would not escape Xu Shang's eyes, so he might as well take the initiative and speak.

"Bewildered? So that's what you're worried about. So, what do you think? " Xu Shang's questions were like a barrage of cannons that continuously fired at Fu Dongming. However, Fu Dongming did not continue to show that frail expression, merely raising the corner of his mouth and smiling bitterly for a moment.

"If grandfather could personally teach Dong Ming, Dong Ming naturally wouldn't be so confused, it's just that …" This is impossible. "

Xu Shang had lived in seclusion for many years. Other than taking the examinations, he had never accepted any disciples, and even though he and Xu Shang had a deep relationship, and they both shared the same blood, Xu Shang was not someone who only cared about the family's prosperity and decline. He also hoped that Fu Dongming could understand one of the profound mysteries of true qi.

"Why not?"

However, what he did not expect was that right after he said that, Xu Shang asked back with a smile that was not too deep or shallow, and Fu Dongming just stood there.