The Aloof Lord's Mysterious Wife-Chapter 865: The Human World Has Already Been Transformed

Nanli gave Bai Hao a smile, though it seemed a little eerie.

Bai Hao instinctively shrank back, his voice trembling, "Wh-what’s wrong?"

He was only joking about courting her, there was no need to resort to violence.

Nanli lowered her voice and said, "You must have lived long enough, right? Don’t you know that Siheng is actually a petty person? If he ever finds out you said these things about the Bai family, he might... destroy the Bai family."

Bai Hao shivered. Even though he hadn’t had much opportunity to meet Siheng a thousand years ago, he could feel the weight of Nanli’s words.

He gave a nervous laugh, "Just joking! Jifeng Celestial Sovereign is a dragon among men, you two are a match made in heaven. How could I possibly have designs on you?"

After saying that, he quickly changed the topic.

"This Spirit Boat is moving so slowly. Do you think Qingwu will catch up to us?"

Nanli casually responded, "No, he’s poisoned. He’ll need some time to hide and won’t cause any trouble for a while."

Bai Peng frowned, "Nanli, you can’t just talk like that. Qingwu is in the Great Achievement Mid Stage, second only to Jifeng Celestial Sovereign in power. You were carrying a burden earlier, how did you manage to poison him?"

Cinian was immediately offended, glaring at Bai Peng. "Old Bai, watch your mouth!"

Bai Peng shrugged and stood his ground, "I didn’t say anything wrong, did I? After that move you made, you really couldn’t use your spiritual power anymore."

Cinian snorted, "Don’t underestimate Nanli. Even if I couldn’t help, Qingwu got a taste of his own medicine this time! I saw it with my own eyes!"

The Bai family members were all astonished.

Bai Hao nodded in approval, though Bai Peng felt a pang of jealousy. "If she’s that powerful, why didn’t she just kill Qingwu outright? Letting him suffer a bit is no great feat."

If it weren’t for the fact that Cinian couldn’t use his powers right now, he would have probably gotten into a fight with Bai Peng.

But no matter, he had his eyes, and they were staring daggers at Bai Peng.

Bai Peng realized he’d gone too far, clearing his throat. "Alright, alright. You’ve done well to make Qingwu suffer. That’s no small achievement."

Nanli wasn’t in the mood for bickering, though. She was more concerned with whether or not to mention the Asura Clan.

This matter tied to her past life, and since the Bai family had just survived a catastrophe, now wasn’t the time to bring it up.

The Spirit Boat flew on for a while before reaching the Mu Nation’s territory.

The sun had already risen.

Bai Hao opened his eyes to the first light of dawn, and his senses immediately exploded.

He could feel a dense aura of spiritual energy surrounding him!

He trembled with excitement, his words coming out stammering, "This... this is...?"

Bai Peng also opened his eyes, "Uncle, what’s going on?"

Bai Hao slapped him on the head. "Can’t you feel it?!"

Bai Peng, even more confused now, said, "Ah? What am I supposed to be feeling?"

"Spiritual energy!" Bai Hao shouted, "The Human World has spiritual energy this dense! It’s even better than the Upper Realm’s energy by several times!"

"What... what?!" Bai Peng immediately snapped to attention and began sensing it himself.

Sure enough!

It was absolutely shocking!

The Bai family members were all astonished. In their understanding, the Human World didn’t have a Spirit Tree, so there couldn’t be any spiritual energy.

Nanli, who had been resting with her eyes closed, was disturbed by all the noise. She frowned, clearly annoyed, and opened her eyes to look at Cinian. "Did you not explain the situation to them while you were persuading them?"

Cinian scratched his bald head, looking a little dazed. "It was an emergency. I didn’t get into the details. But I did tell them I’d pick a spot with plenty of spiritual energy for them later."

Nanli sighed. "That part’s easy enough."

Bai Peng hurriedly spoke up, "Nanli, the old bald monk did say he’d compensate us with a Spirit Mine!"

Now that there was spiritual energy, a Spirit Mine had to be nearby.

So everything Cinian had said was true!

Cinian rolled his eyes. "The old monk clearly said he’d discuss it with Nanli. You’re mistaken, we haven’t agreed to anything yet."

Bai Peng, hearing this, started dramatically sobbing and pounding the floor of the Spirit Boat. "How tragic! Our Bai family is doomed! I gave up everything—my family, my clan—just to follow the bonds of brotherhood, and now we’ve lost the Spirit Mine!"

"Now, our family is severely weakened, and we no longer have the Spirit Mine. How will we stand again? I’m the eternal sinner of the Bai family!"

Bai Hao looked on, amazed at his nephew’s theatricality. "I knew it! You’re destined to be the head of the family!"

Other members of the Bai family, who had already grown used to such displays, gathered around to join in the lament.

Cinian couldn’t bear it anymore. "Nanli, this time the Bai family has indeed sacrificed a lot, maybe we can—"

Nanli remained expressionless. "The Spirit Mine issue isn’t for me to decide. Lord Bai, once we reach Mu Nation Capital, you’ll have to talk to my fifth brother about it."

"My fifth brother?" Bai Peng was unfamiliar with matters of the Human World.

Cinian took the time to explain the identity of Nanli’s fifth brother, then added, "Old Bai, don’t worry. This Emperor is very reasonable. All you need to do is show sincerity."

Bai Peng, hearing this, was secretly stunned. "Good heavens! The Human World has already undergone a tremendous transformation!"

Unknowingly, he had led the Bai family to an even broader path—a path towards light!

Bai Hao laughed heartily, patting Bai Peng on the shoulder. "I knew it, you’re perfect for being the head of the family!"

The rest of the Bai family was overjoyed. They had left their home of Jiuzhou Town, suffering losses and injuries along the way, and at times, they had doubted Bai Peng’s decision. But now, it seemed everything had been worth it!

Even if they didn’t receive a Spirit Mine, this place, with its abundant spiritual energy, was enough for them to cultivate and grow stronger.

At this moment, Nanli’s expression darkened.

Cinian noticed and asked, "What’s wrong?"

"Ximen Chuan is in trouble. I need to go," Nanli said, and then summoned the Nether Sect.

"Be careful," Cinian said.

Nanli nodded, entered the Nether Sect, and instructed the ghost envoy guarding the gate to send her to the northernmost region.

The North Wilderness and North Sea were treacherous places. Souls there were devoured by the miasma, so the Nether Sect usually avoided going there.

She wrapped herself in a protective talisman and flew straight to Ximen Chuan’s location, her sword cutting through the air.

The North Wilderness had always been filled with mixed energies, making it a dangerous place. The terrain had remained unchanged for years. Many cultivators had once come here to test their strength, hoping to kill beasts or harvest rare spiritual herbs to increase their power.

But when Siheng’s barrier had been set up, no one came anymore.

Even without the barrier, the weak cultivators wouldn’t dare risk it.

The North Wilderness remained as dangerous as ever, but the strength of those who ventured there had only diminished.

Coming here was like signing a death warrant.