The Phantom Race was widely known in the Snow Region. They were the best race at tracking people. Synonymous with their name, they were like small phantoms, coming and going undetected. Their bodies were like chameleons. They could hide themselves at any time and place. Even if someone were to use their divine senses to scan them, no life signs would be detected.
Even Mo Qi and company had not detected anything. However, Jiang Yi—possessing the State of the Union of Heaven and Man—pretended to close his eyes and take a nap on his Fei Lian Beast while scanning the surroundings. He easily found the two phantoms following them.
Besides being able to track other people, the Phantom Race was not known to be fighters. There were also a few experts in the race. An attack by a great race a few hundred years ago wiped out half of the race. As such, the Phantom Race would definitely not have the guts to offend the Heaven Devil Race. It went without saying that based on their current actions, they had certainly been bought by Qiu Bai.
Jiang Yi opened his eyes, yawned, and decided to ignore the two flies behind them. As Mo Yao’er had said, he had his Icebound Thousand Miles. As long as there were no Demigods present, all who came to attack would perish. Hence, he was not the slightest afraid. In fact, he was hoping that Qiu Bai had called for reinforcements to join in the attack.
Mo Yao’er was very excited. She was taking in the sights and sounds. It was a pity that the Snow Region did not have much in terms of beautiful scenery. Everywhere was white as snow. Jiang Yi had long grown sick of this scenery. Mo Yao’er, on the other hand, seemed to be on her honeymoon. With Jiang Yi by her side, she was constantly filled with joy.
The night came very soon. The group was not far away from the Ice Sea. Erring on the side of caution, Mo Qi sent out eight commanders to guard against any ambush or sneak attack.
Jiang Yi leisurely laid in his tent while Mo Yao’er attended to him. She took a few special Snow Region spirit fruits from her ring and personally peeled them for Jiang Yi to eat.
Although Jiang Yi was rough with his words, he never acted on them once. From the looks of Mo Yao’er—as long as he didn’t go all the way and even if he took off all her clothes, Mo Yao’er would not resist too much. However, Jiang Yi’s heart was in a knot. Naturally, he wouldn’t take advantage of her. Using this young lady’s feelings was already making him very conflicted.
The night passed without incident.
After the sun rose, the group continued on with their journey. It would only take half a day before arriving at the Ice Sea. There was a small island in the heart of the Ice Sea. This time of the year, many small and colorful flowers would be blooming on that island. This was something extremely rare in the Snow Region. Many young ladies from the great family clans loved to go and enjoy the flowers there.
The group advanced carefully. While they encountered a few Ice Imps in the Ice Sea, these were easily taken care of by the elders. Jiang Yi didn’t need to lift a finger.
Once in the Ice Sea, the number of races they encountered on the way increased as well. The Ice Sea was the base camp for the various ice beasts and ice imps. Every warrior from every race loved to come here to hunt the ice beasts and ice imps. The location of the Ice Sea was also very special. It was situated in the middle of the ten sacred mountains. It was hard for the place to not be exciting and rowdy.
“Sacred Lady, I’m going to take a short nap. Wake me up when we are at the Ice Island. I didn’t sleep well last night.
Jiang Yi told Mo Yao’er this and nodded off on his Fei Lian Beast, pretending to rest. Mo Yao’er nodded in agreement. Mo Qi and company saw this scene unfold, and all revealed a smile that only men would understand. Jiang Yi and Mo Yao’er had tasted the forbidden fruit. Furthermore, they had been cooped up in their tent every night. It was no surprise that Jiang Yi was tired.
“Those two phantoms are still around. When will the Dwarf Race appear?”
Jiang Yi entered the State of the Union of Heaven and Man. He reached out with his divine senses and found many martial arts experts around. People were also battling with the ice beasts. Jiang Yi carefully avoided targeting his senses on Mo Qi and company. He did not want them to realize what he was doing, to continue thinking that he was asleep.
“Mo Xing, we have reached the Ice Island.”
Two hours later, Mo Yao’er’s voice rang out. Jiang Yi startled awake and looked around groggily. It was white everywhere in the Snow Region. However, the mountain ahead was extremely colorful and also had a strong aroma to it. It would be hard to not get mesmerized by it.
“It is indeed beautiful.”
Jiang Yi silently nodded. Mo Yao’er had already guided her Fei Lian Beast to Ice Island and was laughing all the way. The Ice Island was huge and miles wide. As the Ice Sea was all frozen, it made the island look even more like an ice mountain.
“Mo Xing, come as see quickly. This flower is so beautiful.”
Mo Yao’er was like a dreamy and innocent child, smiling incessantly while beckoning towards Jiang Yi. Jiang Yi had no choice but to head towards Mo Yao’er, accompanying her to see the flowers and listen to her chatter.
Mo Qi gave a sign to a few of the commanders. They immediately scattered in all directions, with some even heading below the ice surface. They had formed a comprehensive warning system. Any unusual movements would be swiftly reported.
Mo Yao’er and Jiang Yi walked very slowly. They were just like two fishermen, waiting for the fish to eat the bait. Based on Jiang Yi’s deduction, within two hours, Qiu Bai would definitely show himself. There would also be a huge group of dwarfs encircling them with the intention to kill. Even if Qiu Bai had decided not to battle, he would be able to gain back some face.
Within a mere hour, a commander flew towards them, shouting from afar, “Sacred Lady, elders, we have a situation. From the south, a thousand odd dwarfs are racing towards Ice Island.”
“Report!”
A commander from the north perimeter also shouted, “Qiu Bai is here. He is only ten odd miles out.”
“Report!”
“Report…”
The commanders in the east and the west keeping watch reported at the same time. The dwarfs were coming from all directions. The group was surrounded. Mo Qi and company’s expression changed drastically. Mo Qi said in a low voice, “All to hide beneath the ice layer. Prepare to fight and break through the encirclement!”
“What are you panicking for?”
Mo Yao’er lips revealed a slight mockery. Jiang Yi and her eyes met. With her face revealing excitement, she said, “He just doesn’t want to live, does he? Let’s not initiate anything. Wait for the Qiu Bai’s men to make the first move. Mo Xing will then release the Icebound Thousand Miles and start killing them!”
“Mo Qi and Mo Fu, stay. The rest, head beneath the ice layer.”
With Jiang Yi present, Mo Yao’er was not the slightest worried, making the command confidently. The IQ of a young lady in love was nearly zero. However, Jiang Yi did not say much in response. If Mo Yao’er had gone down under the ice layer—without this powder keg, the fight would not happen.
Swish! Swish!
Not too long later, many dwarfs appeared on the distant horizon. They were as many as a swarm of locusts. However, those dwarfs stopped before the Ice Island, surrounding the Ice Island as water-tight as possible. Qiu Bai brought 50 men and headed up the island.
“Good. Many races are watching nearby!”
Jiang Yi realized that from far away, a few strange races and formidable martial artists were checking out the situation on Ice Island. These people could just as well act as alibis. Jiang Yi tracked again and was certain that Qiu Bai had only gathered a few thousand members of the Dwarf Race. Together with the 40-50 formidable martial artists attached to Qiu Bai, Jiang Yi was confident of killing them all.
“Qiu Bai, what is the meaning of this? Bringing your troops to surround us, are you trying to pick a fight?”
Qiu Bai dashed forward with his men. Mo Yao’er raised her black whip while Jiang Yi also started preparing secretly, ready to strike at any moment.
However, Qiu Bai unexpectedly stopped three miles away from them. He coldly laughed and said, “You must be joking, Mo Yao’er. Does Ice Island belong to you all? We can’t come and play, but you guys can enjoy the flowers? I have reserved this entire place. Mo Yao’er, bring your men and leave. If not, I will strip you of your clothes and throw them into the Ice Sea to feed the ice beasts.”
“This Qiu Bai is not so stupid after all. He didn’t take action immediately. Since he wanted to provoke Mo Yao’er, let’s act first.”
Praising silently, Jiang Yi stretched a hand to restrain the fuming Mo Yao’er. He jumped in front of the group and looked towards Qiu Bai and said, “Little dwarf. You’re looking for a beating again? With your body that’s shorter than that of a monkey, one slap from me will turn you into a pulp. Scram immediately, or I will change you all into dead monkeys. I cannot believe you guys would dare come out and make a scene looking like that.”
Want to compete with words?
Jiang Yi was really not afraid. He was even less afraid of fighting, hence having no second thoughts in his actions.
