The Geared Immortal

Chapter 525

/*unedited*/

At a mountain peak stood an old man with his light grey robe fluttering as the wind blows. His eyes gaze through the sea of clouds with a sense of melancholy on his face. Behind him stood a large western-style building with tall pagodas rising in the air and hundreds of courtyards spread throughout the estate.

Not too far from where the old man stood is an old 4-meters tall stone arch which seems to be the entrance of the place. And on top of that, a large inscription can be seen, which read Blood Moon.

This is the blood moon sect's main headquarters in the eastern part of the mountainous border area of the Yi kingdom.

In these parts, not only the Yi kingdom can enter the sect but also those from the San Kingdom as the sects in these parts are located at the borders of both the kingdoms.

Sometimes, there would be large competitions happening in the sects that would test the strength and gain honor for the kingdom where the participants came from. Hence the sects in the mountainous border area of both kingdoms have great prestige and power.

The Blood Moon sect is one such prestigious and powerful existence. The sect has been established more than a thousand years ago and has prospered up to this day due to the support of its powerful leaders and elders.

The Blood Moon sect is somewhat unique in a way because of the cultivators in this sect practice a unique type of aura. It is called the Blood Syphon aura, a unique cultivation technique that was handed down from generation to generation of its sect members.

The Blood Syphon aura can augment one's attacks making it steal the blood of its victim and converting it to blood essence which can heal one's wound so that the one cultivating the Blood Syphon technique can last in battles.

Although this technique seems overbearing and powerful there is a backlash. Due to the siphoning of blood, if the enemy is poisoned or sick, then there is a chance that the cultivator using Blood Syphon would also fall prey to these conditions unless that person has a higher cultivation level or some unique artifact that can purify the blood.

And the most dangerous of is when the person using this technique has consumed too much blood essence of his opponent, there is a chance for that person to go berserk. Although one's power would be raised tremendously the backlash is the loss of one's mind. And there is even a chance to be consumed by one's heart demon.

Hence although the Blood Syphon style is really strong and powerful, it is not omnipotent. Hence not everyone wanted to use such a technique in the fighting.

One can imagine that if they are fighting only one opponent and the fight has lasted for a while, one's mind would become cloudy as the fighting continues until one would be consumed in rage and then turning berserk. Once that happens then there is a chance for that person to lose the fight.

However, even with these weaknesses, the Blood Moon sect has already gained fame and prestige as one of the top 3 Sects in the mountainous region within the borders of the two kingdoms, even in the empire itself.

The old man's eyes while looking at the horizon suddenly caught two figures. One is a very familiar one as it was his old friend. While other is a young man being dragged in the air by that red-robed person.

"This fellow is at it again… I guess he found someone promising that he came directly to me." The old man muttered with a smile.

"Master Jing!" the red-robed Hong Kiong bowed his head and cupped his hands in respect.

"Umm… be at ease young Hong. What have you come seeking for this old man for?" the old man called Master Jing asked with a gentle smile on his face.

"Haha… Master… Look I have found a very interesting fellow!" Hong Kiong said as he let go of Shin Jiao.

Shin Jiao after being dragged up to this place have seen the scenery of the Blood Moon sect as was a bit amazed. He didn't expect that the Blood Moon Sect would have such a good location. Plus the Qi and mana in the air are very dense that he almost wanted to cultivate at that instant.

"Hmm… yes, I think this young lad is very interesting. Two energies…" The old man said with a smile on his face while giving Shin Jiao a knowing look.

"This young fellow is able to utilize two different energies… interesting very interesting…" Master Jing thought while stroking his long white beard.

Upon hearing the old man's words, Shin Jiao's heart was shaken. He looks at the old man in disbelief. He has been in this world for some time and he couldn't recall anyone discovering his cultivation style. This is the first time that someone has seen through him.

'Young man, I don't what secret you have… but you have piqued this old man's interest.' The old man said in Shin Jiao's mind.

Shin Jiao is now sure that the old man truly discovers his cultivation style. Right at this moment, he became vigilant and on guard. These two people are more powerful than he is. Shin Jiao know that it would be easy for these fellows to trample him with just their finger.

With the huge gap in their cultivation realm, Shin Jiao could not even escape if he wanted to. Hence he decided to just play it safe and be calm in dealing with the situation.

'Haha… I guess you are not willing to converse with this old man. But I assure you that only I can see your cultivation style. This is because I have my own secrets too… Hehe…' the old man chuckled.

"…"

Shin Jiao didn't say anything and just look at the old man in confusion and doubt. He could not feel any malicious intent from the old man so he has already lowered his guard for a bit, but he is still vigilant.

"Umm… Can you two stop talking inside your heads?" Hong Kiong said as he removes the red cloak on his body and kept it inside his ring.

"Damn, that thing is too uncomfortable to wear. If not for the agreement, I would not do this kind of thing." Hong Kiong murmured as he walked towards the side of the old man.

Tonk!

A long staff suddenly hit the head of Hong Kiong making him almost topple over.

"Ouch! Master that was too much! If I were a bit weaker, I would have been turned into paste."

"Weak my ass… If I didn't use strength how can I hit that thick skull of yours… Anyway… young man I wanted to talk to you… follow this old man." Master Jing said as he turns around and walked towards the direction of the highest pagoda in the sect.

"Haha… You are very lucky… I think the master is also interested in you. From the first time I saw you, I knew that you are unique… I hope that you can grab this opportunity and grow… good luck young man." Hong Kiong said as he patted Shin Jiao's back and suddenly flew away while chuckling.

Shin Jiao can see Hong Kiong taking out a bottle of made of gourd. He is sure that it contains liquor. Shin Jiao just follow behind the old man while shaking his head.

The two arrive inside a huge courtyard and many people have their eyes on Shin Jiao who is walking behind the sect leader.

A cacophony of discussion can be heard as people began to ask and speculate who Shin Jiao is, and why is he following the sect leader.

It is known in the sect that even though their sect leader is very welcoming and kind, he is not that easy to be approached and likes his own privacy. But now, it seems that he valued this young man as if he is his…

"Is that young fellow the sect leader's relative?"

"No way, the sect leader would not favor his relative just like that."

"Then… maybe that one is his…"

"Hush… Are you crazy? Don't spout nonsense. If what you are saying is true then don't say anything."

"…"

Everyone inside the courtyard turned quiet and just observes the handsome looking young man walking behind the sect leader.

"These people have a wild imagination… I guess this is the result of having too much idle time in their hands." Shin Jiao just thought as he follows behind the sect leader who walks nonchalantly in the front.

The two arrive inside a room filled with books and scrolls. Shin Jiao can even feel a strong fluctuation coming from the array formation protecting the room.

He was a bit astonished as the array is very profound and judging from its intricacy it is high level and not that simple.

"I guess the main sects have their foundations and secrets. I wonder if Susan Tang really entered this area… I must know… I don't have much time to waste… But how can I get that information?" Shin Jiao thought as he began thinking of ways to handle the situation at hand.

With a wave of the old man's hand, the array formation closes and a strong defensive array enclosed the room. Shin Jiao is sure that no one from the outside can enter or even hear what the two of them are going to discuss.

The old man walked towards a wooden sofa and gestured for Shin Jiao to sit opposite him.

"I think you are wondering why I invited you to this place… but before I explain… I want to tell you a story…"