The scene here is truly extraordinary! From three to four hundred paces below the ground, everything is dark and uniform, while above three to four hundred paces, a hazy gray mist spreads out, constantly drifting with pale gray magical vapors. The two zones are sharply distinct, as if the realms of yin and yang were separated. Han Li's expression changed slightly, and he looked down at his own position. He saw that only a portion of the great mountain rose above the surface, while the rest was deeply submerged in the misty sea. He could only make out things within about forty paces, and the forms of trees and stones were all blurred and indistinct. As he looked further down, the view became completely black. Upon seeing this, Han Li paused thoughtfully, then his pupils flashed with a blue glow, activating his Qing Ming Ling Miao divination technique. Instantly, everything within several hundred paces of the dark mist became clearly visible. Yet, Han Li still furrowed his brow—within the final hundred paces, the scene remained hazy, and his spiritual sight could not penetrate directly to the very bottom. When he extended his divine awareness downward, it could only reach several dozen paces before being pushed back. Even in the lofty skies, where gray magical auras blocked his way, his divine awareness, though scattered, only reached a limited range—far less effective than the Spirit-Eye Technique! This situation now posed a real challenge. Should he encounter a high-ranking beast skilled in concealment, even he might fail to detect it in time. Han Li silently pondered this matter. "They're actually planning to go all the way to this region—deep within the outer reaches of the mountain range." When Yue Zong opened his eyes again after a moment, his expression had grown serious. "Brother Yue has several times ventured deep into the true heart of the mountain range, so I find it unlikely that he would have any difficulty bringing us here." Hearing this, Xianxian smiled lightly. "If it weren't for the peak period of magical energy surges, there would be no issue at all. But now, entering such a deep region comes with certain risks. Moreover, this area is quite far from the entrance—on the journey, things are sure to be unsettled." Yue Zong sighed and said this. "We only need to face some risks, not necessarily encounter high-level beasts. As long as we've arrived here, we won't abandon the journey midway. Since you're more familiar with the magical Mount Jinshan, I'll entrust you with deciding how to proceed and which route to take. All I ask is that we reach this destination within about ten days." Xianxian said with a warm smile. "You truly have full confidence in me!" "Upon hearing this, Yue nodded with a gentle smile and unconsciously glanced at Han Li. Among the three, Han Li was the one with the highest cultivation level, and his previously displayed extraordinary abilities had naturally earned him deep respect from the renowned monster hunter of the Magu Jinshan Peak. Thus, it was only natural that he would first seek Han Li's opinion. "I have no objections at all," said Han Li, knowing well the unspoken thoughts of his counterpart. "Then, I shall take the lead." With that, Han Li smiled slightly. "As Han Senior has agreed, I shall proceed without further hesitation. A direct route straight across to that side would undoubtedly entail too much risk. However, traveling along the outermost perimeter of the mountain range, while safer, might prove time-consuming—perhaps we wouldn't arrive within ten to twelve days. In that case, we would have to settle on a more central route. This compromise would reduce the risks considerably while still allowing us to meet the required timeframe." After a moment of thoughtful consideration, Yue proposed this plan. "Very well," said Xian Xian, readily agreeing. Han Li remained silent, but gave a clear nod in affirmation. Thus, after carefully discussing several details and reminding the two of specific matters to pay close attention to within the mountain range, the three cast their light and together moved forward. No more than an hour after their departure, at another nearby location, four figures surged forth from the world of thunder and lightning. The four first carefully surveyed their surroundings, then gathered closely to murmur among themselves. One sturdy, black-faced man of Jinhu level, mid-Lianxi, raised his hand and, with a gesture, had each of them produce a magical platform and take off in different directions. Thus, over the following hours, every one or two hours, people continued to enter the Mountain Range of Mójiān. Some came alone, others in groups. Among them, the group led by the man named Gui remained the largest. Next in number were the group of local cultivators from Lei Yun Town, headed by the elder named Yan. Yet once inside the mountain range, both groups scattered immediately and did not gather to act together. …Three days later, at a lower altitude somewhere along the Magic Golden Mountain range, a deep rumbling explosion echoed. Several small clusters of white light burst simultaneously, transforming into a swirling, misty gale. Sharp cries surged through the wind, and countless wind blades whistled and shot forth in fierce gusts. Suddenly, cries of pain rose from within the gale, followed by dozens of fluffy, lifeless bodies plummeting straight from the sky, vanishing into the fog sea below. With a soft *plush*, the gale seemed to dissolve like foam. Three figures emerged into the clear air. One man, holding a white orb in one hand, faced a serious expression—this was Yue Zong. Beside him, Han Li remained calm, arms folded, floating gently in midair. The young woman, Fei Xian, now wore a light crimson battle armor, and on her shoulder perched a strange bird—completely black in body, with a fiery red beak, golden eyes. After a deep breath, Yue Zong gently closed the orb in his hand. The lingering gusts of wind around them vanished completely. "There's something off!" said Yue Zong in a low tone. "Something's off! What does that mean? Have we encountered a few low-tier wyverns recently? Didn't we defeat several others of the same tier just a few days ago?" asked Xian Xian, puzzled. "Ordinary low-tier wyverns wouldn't be out of the ordinary. The key issue is these magpies. They've never appeared in the outer regions before—they've always lived deep within the mountain ranges. These flying wyverns and the high-tier three-headed badger are naturally symbiotic. When one appears, the other should follow suit. That's why I didn't ask either of you to intervene and remained fully alert." explained Yue Zong. "Could it be that these magpies are naturally inclined to act independently, and it's only the first time you've observed this behavior?" asked Xian Xian, surprised. "Absolutely not. These magpies are the most common type of magpie found deep within the mountain ranges." Not only me—this behavior of the magical crows has been known to countless travelers who entered the mountain range in the past." Yue Zong shook his head repeatedly. "Even with this anomaly, what does it signify?" Han Li's eyes flashed, and he suddenly asked. "This suggests either that the three badger companions that have coexisted with these crows have already perished, leaving the crows unable to locate the other three badgers, and thus unable to survive deep within the mountains—compelled to flee here. Or, alternatively, these crows have been forcibly driven by other, much stronger multi-headed beasts that surpass even the three-headed badgers in strength, causing them to deviate from their natural habits and appear here." Yue Zong paused thoughtfully before slowly explaining. "Ah, Master Han, which scenario do you think is more likely?" Han Li smiled lightly, showing no particular concern. "The first scenario is quite unlikely. After all, among lower-tier beasts, the magical crows are not particularly powerful—only faster in flight. Once they lose the protection of the three-headed badgers, they would hardly survive long enough to reach this location from deep within the mountains. The other creatures in the mountains are far from gentle." "Yue Zong nodded firmly. "Then it seems these Magpie Wyrms have been driven here by other powerful beasts, while we have been singled out by this one." Han Li narrowed his eyes, a glint of cold light flashing. "I believe that's exactly the case. Moreover, this beast likely possesses a high level of intelligence." Yue Zong said solemnly. "Then, Master Yue, what do you suggest we do regarding this matter?" He furrowed his delicate brows. "First, we should increase our speed and see if we can outpace this beast. After all, since it has intelligence, its presence here may not be accidental—it might have a specific purpose. If we're unable to shake it off, then we'll have no choice but to engage and defeat it. Otherwise, should it summon other beasts or continue to follow us, that would become a serious threat. Ah, I'm glad to be able to suggest this course of action with Master Han here. If it were just me alone, I'd have to think of other solutions—though those would take considerably more time and may not suit our current situation." Yue Zong smiled, adding a word of appreciation to Han Li. After hearing this, Han Li only displayed a half-smiling, somewhat reserved expression, neither immediately responding nor making any direct remarks. Instead, he turned his head slightly and asked the nearby Xian Qing: "Miss Xian, what do you think of Yue's suggestion?" "Given Yue's deep understanding of the wild beasts in this region, he undoubtedly knows more than either of us. And with Master Han's divine abilities, any beast below the Saint Rank should be no match for him." Xian Qing smiled gracefully. "Both of you find the plan feasible, and I have a few additional thoughts of my own." Han Li stroked his chin, expressing his agreement without committing fully. "Then, let us act immediately. Unfortunately, our flight speed is not fast enough—should we move too quickly, we might draw the attention of other wild beasts. Otherwise, with full speed, any creature not particularly adept at flight should be easily outpaced." Yue Zong expressed a sense of regret. His words were indeed accurate. Han Li said nothing further—his flight was not only swift but also silent and seamless, radiating an air of ample strength and readiness. Yu Zong, a pair of white Dharma wheels emerged from your hands. As the white light halos shimmered, their speed of movement was no less than that of the Xianxu stage. Meanwhile, the delicate young woman, Xian Xian, held a golden small banner in her hand. With a flash of luminous energy, she transformed into a faint, nearly invisible golden arch, capable of reaching over fifteen paces in a single flicker. Her speed was surprisingly close to Han Li’s. The three streaks of flight broke through the air, vanishing instantly from sight at the horizon. At nearly the same time, deep within the black mist of a small mountain some十余 miles away, where the ground had previously been dark and featureless, a flash of crimson light erupted, and a dozen bright, vivid red eyes of the beasts suddenly glowed to life.