Why Am I a Priestess When I Reach the Maximum Level?-Chapter 167[Vol. 6] - The Remnants of the Heaven-Opening Sect

[Vol. 6] Chapter 167: The Remnants of the Heaven-Opening Sect

“The commotion is too big, attracting too many people… This is not a good thing.”

Standing amidst the blood-red sea of spider lilies, a curly-haired young man with heterochromatic eyes clasped his hands behind his back, gazing at the peculiar energy gradually gathering in the distant sky with a serious expression.

Around him, members of the [Shocking God Sect] had already assembled, including their experienced elder, Teacher Mu. Together, they observed the phenomenon, as if waiting for something.

When they first entered the [Endless Wasteland Sea], they had accidentally stumbled into an active ruin. They had only narrowly escaped unscathed a short while ago, but no sooner had they steadied themselves than another event emerged. Whether this was luck or misfortune, no one could say.

In the crowd stood a girl with a simple ponytail, blending in and not particularly noticeable. Like the others, she focused on the energy gathering in the sky, but her occasional glances toward a white-robed middle-aged man nearby showed a sense of unease. It seemed she wanted to say something but hesitated.

Noticing her expression, Murong Yun, who had arrived earlier to assess the situation and had coincidentally met the [Shocking God Sect] members, took the initiative to speak.

“Miss Yan, you seem a bit uneasy. Are you feeling unwell?”

“………”

After a moment of silence, the black-haired girl, whose background was clearly extraordinary, finally spoke in a low voice.

“Miss Violet and her group… they haven’t arrived yet.”

“Ah,” Murong Yun nodded, his tone calm. “Miss Violet is still exploring a ruin on her own. The situation inside is unclear, so I can’t say for sure when she will emerge. If everyone is in a hurry, you may go ahead without her. I’ll remain here and wait.”

“That’s not what I meant… Never mind. Let’s drop it for now. Mr. Murong, you seem very familiar with the [Endless Wasteland Sea]?”

Murong Yun smiled faintly.

“Why would you think that, Miss?”

Glancing at Murong Yun, who was clearly feigning confusion, Yanzi didn’t seem bothered by his act. Instead, she lowered her voice further, speaking just loudly enough for only the two of them to hear.

“When we entered the [Endless Wasteland Sea] earlier, you disappeared from the scene in an instant. Such efficiency and speed can only be achieved by someone who regularly moves between the real world and the [Endless Wasteland Sea].”

“And just now, when you mentioned Miss Violet, you said we could enter the ruin if we couldn’t wait for her. But this ruin hasn’t fully opened yet. How could you know its condition and that it’s possible to enter directly?”

“Mr. Murong, you’re one of the inheritors of the [Ferryman], aren’t you?”

Murong Yun froze for a moment before shaking his head with a faint sigh.

“The [Shocking God Sect] truly never fails to surprise me. If Miss Violet were here, she’d probably mock me for being ignorant and overreacting… again.”

“You’re not wrong, Miss. I do know a lot about this ruin. But… that’s all in the past.”

Though his words hinted at withheld details, Murong Yun let the conversation end there. Yanzi, however, seemed to have pieced something together from their cryptic exchange. With a simple “Oh…” she let the topic drop, choosing not to press further.

After their brief exchange, the two fell silent again, blending into the murmuring voices surrounding them as everyone waited for the mysterious ruin to fully reveal itself.

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The swirling lotus-like waves in the air rippled like the tide, and more people began gathering from all directions around the forming ruin. The scene was reminiscent of the earlier gathering in the mountains of Xinchuan County, just before entering the [Endless Wasteland Sea].

This time, however, the crowd was much larger, filled with unfamiliar faces. Likely people approaching from other directions or faraway places.

After a while, Yanzi suddenly broke the silence again, turning to Murong Yun.

“Mr. Murong, do you think this ruin could have something to do with the legendary Spirit Fox Shrine Maiden?”

Murong Yun’s expression shifted slightly, his surprise evident.

“What makes you think that, Miss?”

“It was just a wild guess, really. You don’t have to answer, sir,” Yanzi replied casually, her tone deliberately enigmatic.

Her cryptic attitude left the white-robed middle-aged man in a moment of awkward silence.

After a brief pause, he finally offered a small hint.

“It’s hard to say. Based on what I know about this ruin, there shouldn’t be a direct connection. But it is unique. And now, with this kind of activity, it’s something I’ve never seen before. If we can reach the core area…”

Before he could finish, and before Yanzi could respond, the strange energy gathering in the sky suddenly surged upward!

In a breathtaking display, the energy coalesced into a magnificent gate floating in midair, over 100 meters tall.

Surrounded by radiant clouds and dazzling light, the gate illuminated the previously dim [Endless Wasteland Sea], casting an ethereal glow over the scene. The blood-red spider lilies swayed gently, their petals unfurling as though offering a reverent prayer to a divine figure.

“Dong… dong… dong…”

The sound of resonant bells and drums echoed across the heavens, shaking the [Endless Wasteland Sea] as the celestial gate manifested. The entire landscape seemed to resonate with the ruin, as if an unseen river of time was flowing in from the distance, threatening to sweep away the hearts and souls of everyone present.

When the extraordinary phenomena finally faded, leaving behind only a faintly distorted curtain of light in the air, the oppressive weight lifted. The crowd exhaled heavily, as if awakening from a dream.

“What… was that just now?”

“It must have been the legendary Sanzu River! This has to be the Spirit Fox Shrine Maiden’s relic. There’s bound to be treasures and inheritances inside!”

“Boom! Boom! Boom!”

As the crowd erupted into excited discussion, the boldest and fastest among them sprang into action. A few figures dashed toward the shimmering rift and disappeared into it without hesitation.

“Damn it! Hurry up! Let’s go!” someone shouted, triggering a chaotic rush toward the gate.

“Why are you running so fast? Wait for me! Aren’t we on the same team?!”

In the face of immense, imagined benefits, these once-dignified and influential experts from various factions turned red-faced, rushing into the newly opened gate like dumplings being dropped into boiling water. It was as if even a moment’s hesitation would mean missing out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for ultimate fortune.

Of course, some more cautious individuals chose not to act rashly, opting for a more deliberate approach instead.

“Teacher Mu, what should we do now…?”

Faced with something that might be related to the legendary Spirit Fox Shrine Maiden, Mu Ze seemed to abandon any pretense of it being a mere training exercise. Taking command of the team, he said thoughtfully.

“This is the first time I’ve seen such a spectacular phenomenon in the [Endless Wasteland Sea]. This place is undoubtedly extraordinary, but it may not be as wonderful as it appears. Regardless, an opportunity like this, one that hasn’t surfaced in millennia, is something we can’t afford to miss. But we must proceed with utmost caution.”

“Shangguan Hong, I’ll take the lead from now on. When we move, you and Liu Quan guard the rear. No matter what we see or encounter inside, no one is to act without orders. Is that clear?”

“Yes, sir!”

After giving brief instructions, Mu Ze shifted his gaze toward someone who had been lingering on the periphery of their group. It was clear that his sharp instincts had picked up on the earlier conversation between Murong Yun and Yanzi.

“Mr. Murong, are you certain you won’t be joining us?”

“Yes, I have some tasks I must attend to. My apologies.”

Mu Ze nodded slightly and, with a gesture, solemnly said, “Then, please convey our regards to the others. The ruins are perilous. Please, all of you, take care.”

“…Take care.”

One by one, the members of the [Shocking God Sect] stepped through the shimmering light curtain and vanished from sight.

As the surrounding crowd grew thinner, Murong Yun stood in silence for a long time, his expression heavy. Finally, he sighed, as though burdened by countless thoughts.

“This… should be the last time,” he murmured. “I never thought it would fall to me to carry out this responsibility. Ha… the [Heaven-Opening Sect], huh…”