Why Am I a Priestess When I Reach the Maximum Level? - [Vol. 6] Chapter 123

[Vol. 6] Chapter 123: Don’t Be Afraid, Hit Me Again

“The boundary between the Netherworld and the living realm?”

Miss Priestess raised an eyebrow, not showing the slightest fear. Instead, she seemed genuinely intrigued.

“What do you mean? A metaphor, an exaggeration? Or is it something that truly exists?”

Although Violet kept pressing for answers, Murong Yun could only respond with a wry smile and shake his head.

“I’ve only heard my elders mention it in passing. I don’t know if the rumors are true, but the [Endless Wasteland Sea] is undeniably a dangerous place. That said, with Miss Violet’s strength, if you’re truly interested, I wouldn’t mind taking you there.”

“After all, the orthodox lineage of the [Heaven-Opening Sect] has been extinct for over a century. By my generation, it’s already a name without substance. I have nothing left to lose. But if I could find an opportunity within the ruins, perhaps I might still fulfill my parents’ wish and restore the sect.”

“Hmm…”

Hearing these seemingly carefree and open words, Violet felt a sense of surprise as she noticed a subtle but significant change in Murong Yun’s demeanor.

This guy’s mindset seems to have shifted quite a bit.

Back in the [Six-Line Array Palace] within the [Great Secret Realm of Chaos], he and Violet had entered the “Gate of Humanity” together. However, due to considerations of strength and propriety, Xiao Kong hadn’t taken Murong Yun out with her. Instead, he remained inside to face the trials.

That trial lasted a long time. It wasn’t until the second day after everything had settled that Murong Yun emerged from the [Six-Line Array Palace], looking quite battered.

Yet, he had successfully passed all the tests related to the “Seven Emotions”.

From that moment, Murong Yun retreated to Peach Blossom Peak, focusing entirely on cultivation in seclusion, right up until now.

It seems that in those trials of human nature, he gained far more than Violet did.

“You’ve broken through to the [Seeker of Immortality], haven’t you? Congratulations.”

Hearing the black-haired girl state the truth so directly, Murong Yun froze for a moment before scratching his head with an awkward smile.

“Just lucky, really. I’d been stuck at this threshold for years. Thanks to this rare opportunity, I was able to work through some things… Of course, compared to a true powerhouse like Miss Violet, I’m still far behind.”

Violet gave no comment.

Murong Yun’s exact level of cultivation didn’t really matter to Violet. Whether it was the [Seeker of Immortality], [Eternal Life], or even the near-impossible [Bright Mist] or [Ultimate Transformation] stages, it was all the same to her.

What truly caught her attention was the lineage Murong Yun inherited and the responsibility he carried with it.

To put it simply, Violet was more curious about [Heaven-Opening Palm], a technique so impressive that even she was surprised upon first seeing it. Specifically, she wondered how it would evolve once its user reached the [Seeker of Immortality] and why Hen insisted she visit the [Heaven-Opening Sect] ruins.

With those thoughts in mind, she decided to test it herself.

The young priestess stepped back a few paces and pointed to her seemingly fragile and delicate shoulder.

“Perfect timing. Go on, hit me like you did back in Yangyuan City, use your full strength this time.”

“Huh? Uh…”

Recalling some unpleasant memories, the white-robed man, who had recently let go of many of his past burdens, couldn’t help but twitch at the corner of his eye. Even though he could tell she just wanted to gauge his strength, he instinctively resisted.

“This… doesn’t seem like a good idea. The [Heaven-Opening Palm] is extremely powerful, and I haven’t used it at full strength since breaking through. If I accidentally hurt you, Miss Violet, or even just damage your clothes, that would be…”

“You’re overthinking it!”

Violet interrupted, rolling her eyes as if mocking his hesitation.

“Afraid of being blown away? Just say so! Don’t bother with all these flowery excuses. My clothes won’t tear, so hit me with everything you’ve got!”

Seeing him still waver, the black-haired girl smirked confidently and added,

“Hmph! Last time, I was caught off guard and couldn’t control my reaction properly. This time, I’ve raised my resistance threshold way, way higher. Trust me, nothing will go wrong!”

“Uh… this…”

“Hurry up! If you don’t hit me, I’ll hit you instead!”

“Alright, alright. I… apologize in advance.”

Moments later—

*Boom!!!!*

A thunderous crash, like the roar of a storm, echoed through the back mountains of Peach Blossom Peak, reaching up to the sky. Birds scattered in all directions, and the Peach Blossom Guards, tasked with protecting the area, rushed to investigate the disturbance.

Eventually, even prominent figures such as the Peach Blossom Sage heard of the incident, turning it into a topic of amusement over tea.

But that’s a story for another time.

……………………………

About ten days later, on a road near Xinchuan County, at the western border of [Eastern Origin Mysterious Kingdom], adjacent to the Cangyun Mountain region—

Several weary travelers stepped into a lively teahouse by the roadside. Climbing to the second floor, they casually took a vacant table and removed the veiled hats covering their faces, placing them by the table’s edge.

Their appearance instantly silenced the chatter around them.

The group consisted of four figures, three women and one man. Though few in number, their presence was striking in this region of [Eastern Origin Mysterious Kingdom].

[Eastern Origin Mysterious Kingdom] was under the protection of the Eastern Saint, and most locals here had hair of a pale blue hue. While it wasn’t entirely unusual for foreigners to pass through bustling roadside tea houses like this one, these four stood out even more.

The sole man had the gray hair characteristic of Spirit Kingdom natives. However, the three women accompanying him were distinctly different. Two of them had pure, flawless black hair, a rare sight in this region. The last woman, however, had something even more unusual. Long, flowing silver hair as radiant as a cascade of starlight. It shimmered with a brilliance almost unseen in any recorded history of the [Ancient Spirit Realm].

Their attire was equally strange, and their striking, otherworldly beauty, enhanced by one of the women holding an adorable white cat, made them impossible to ignore.

In the brief, awkward silence that followed, a sharp-eyed waiter quickly approached. He wiped away the light dust carried in by the wind from the table and greeted them with a polite bow.

“Welcome, travelers. You must be weary from the road. What can I get for you?”

The three distinctively beautiful women remained quiet, showing no interest in speaking. Instead, the gray-haired man in white robes, exuding the demeanor of a martial arts master, gave a slight nod.

“Just bring us a few of your house specialties and a pot of… actually, make it tea instead of sake.”

“Got it! Please wait a moment~”

The lively chatter resumed. The other patrons in the tea house, who had been momentarily intrigued by the unusual group of four, finally turned their attention back to their own conversations, as if the newcomers had never arrived.

Unbothered by the brief attention they’d drawn, the four sat quietly at their table, occasionally exchanging a few low words while pointing out the scenery outside the window. Before long, the waiter returned, balancing a tray with several small dishes and a large teapot. With practiced ease, he set everything on the table.

The dishes were simple snacks commonly found across [Eastern Origin Mysterious Kingdom], not especially luxurious or refined but pleasant enough. Perfect for passing time with tea and taking the edge off their hunger.

“Here you go. Enjoy your meal, travelers. If you need anything, just call for me~”

As the waiter was about to leave, the white-robed man who had spoken earlier suddenly stopped him.

“Wait a moment, young man. I’d like to ask you something.”

“Oh… Of course, sir. What would you like to know?”

The man glanced out the window, where the rolling hills stretched endlessly in the distance. While not towering peaks, the sheer number of hills gave the landscape a unique charm. After a brief moment of contemplation, he raised his voice slightly and asked gently,

“Could you tell me how far this area is from the [Endless Wasteland Sea]?”

“The [Endless Wasteland Sea]…?”

The waiter scratched the back of his head, his face filled with confusion.

“Sir, there’s no such place called the [Endless Wasteland Sea] around here. Besides, the sea itself is supposed to be far to the east, way beyond this region. How could it possibly be anywhere near Xinchuan County, which is completely inland? Perhaps you’re mistaken?”

Hearing this, the man didn’t seem surprised or disappointed. Instead, he nodded thoughtfully, then smiled politely.

“Perhaps I misremembered the name. Thank you for your time, please go ahead.”