Some people, who appeared to be new arrivals, were actually those who had been repelled after attempting to breach the barrier. The recruiters, unable to distinguish between them, would immediately berate them.
Thus, this group of recruiters was in a state of utter disarray, cursing as they worked.
Fortunately, amidst the chaos, no one paid attention to Mo Qi and Yu Sheng, allowing them to pass unhindered.
Mo Qi looked around, wary of encountering the yellow-clad maiden again. If he did, he preferred to see her first, as being attacked first would put him at a disadvantage.
After a thorough scan, he not only didn't see the yellow-clad maiden but also no one else wearing yellow.
A sudden idea struck Mo Qi. Their desperate charge at the barrier was likely due to Jingxing Island being swallowed, leaving them with no place to stand.
If he could find a way to make this island move, just like Divine Turtle Island, and ensure Divine Turtle Island couldn't catch up, wouldn't all their problems be solved?
However, achieving this goal would be impossible for him alone; it would likely require the collective effort of the entire island.
Mo Qi casually stopped someone and asked, "Who's in charge here? Who do you listen to?"
The person glanced at Mo Qi, their gaze sliding past him to Yu Sheng.
Upon seeing Yu Sheng's exquisite beauty, their eyes widened. "My heavens, in such a desolate and desperate place, there's still such a beautiful woman."
"Beautiful lady, we're on the verge of desperation, and we don't know if we'll survive the next moment. How about you entertain this old man?" the person said.
They let out a lewd laugh, immediately attracting a few more individuals.
Seeing Yu Sheng's delicate appearance, they all seemed to lose their senses, their minds filled with wicked intentions.
"Yes, entertain this old man."
"Make this old man happy, and it'll be worth dying for."
"You're going to die soon anyway, no need to feel sorry."
These men had seen many women, but none as breathtakingly beautiful as Yu Sheng.
Yu Sheng possessed an inherent alluring aura. Even standing still, she exuded an enchanting charm, yet this charm couldn't conceal her innate grace and beauty.
These two seemingly contradictory qualities converged in one person, creating an irresistible, almost fatal, allure.
Seeing a group of people closing in, Yu Sheng's face turned pale with fright. An instinctive fear of people surfaced, and she couldn't help but hide behind Mo Qi.
Mo Qi chuckled and surveyed the crowd. "How about I entertain you gentlemen?"
"But it'll be the kind that leads to death!"
The men took one look at him, thinking, "Isn't this just a greenhorn brat?"
"Hahaha..." They burst into unrestrained laughter.
"Such arrogant words, truly courting death."
"Even if it leads to death, it'll be your death!"
As they spoke, one of them suddenly lunged from behind Mo Qi, his hand moving like lightning to grab Yu Sheng. Just as Mo Qi was about to turn, a faint hum sounded in his ear, followed by a scream. Turning back, he saw the man lying on the ground, blood trickling from his mouth.
The others had all died of shattered hearts!
Mo Qi was stunned. Had Yu Sheng done this?
So ruthless!
Looking down at Yu Sheng, she still had an innocent, harmless expression, with a hint of grievance.
The others were terrified! Some immediately turned and fled.
A few, however, were stubborn and, refusing to believe until they saw the coffin, yelled and charged forward. Another faint hum sounded.
Mo Qi suddenly remembered this sound. It was familiar!
This sound had been heard when Divine Turtle Mountain besieged Cuiwei Island, though at that time it was more prolonged and ethereal, like heavenly music.
The current hum was also pleasant, but it sounded more like the tolling of a death knell.
He watched as those few men fell to the ground one after another.
He had learned something new today: the siren's song could not only call for help but also kill!
The men lay on the ground, their eyes bulging, filled with terror!
Mo Qi shivered as he looked at their deaths.
He didn't want to look again, so he pulled Yu Sheng and walked past them, heading towards the mountain.
He figured that whoever was giving orders would be at the summit.
He kept looking back at Yu Sheng, who seemed unfazed.
A minor leader was ahead, directing a group of people to form ranks and then ascend to attack the barrier.
People occasionally glanced at them, but it seemed no one recognized Mo Qi as the one who had battled the yellow-clad maiden in the sky yesterday.
This was understandable, as the area was always shrouded in mist. Moreover, during their fight, those closer were swept away by spiritual energy, while those farther away couldn't see Mo Qi clearly.
Furthermore, most people believed that the person from yesterday had been killed by the yellow-clad maiden.
Mo Qi, holding Yu Sheng's hand, bypassed the queuing group and continued forward. Just then, a bearded man approached, grabbing Mo Qi. "Where are you going? Are you new arrivals? Have you registered? What's your name, where are you from? Tell me, quickly!"
Mo Qi flicked his arm, sending the man stumbling back. "Get out of the way and scram."
The bearded man barely managed to regain his balance, his beard bristling with anger. "You dare push me?"
"You were in the way, and you weren't watching where you were going," Mo Qi replied.
"I was in the way?" The bearded man was exasperated. He gestured around. "Look at everyone here; not a single one dares to disobey my orders. Are you trying to rebel?"
Mo Qi sneered. "I am rebelling!"
The commotion attracted the attention of other recruiters. They looked over and, seeing Mo Qi's arrogance, immediately converged on them.
In an instant, Mo Qi and Yu Sheng were surrounded by five more people.
Judging by their cultivation, they were all around the Nascent Soul stage.
Mo Qi barely paid them any mind.
These types were the most conceited. With powerful backing, they became even more reckless and arrogant.
There was only one effective way to deal with them: force.
Mo Qi didn't intend to kill them. He quietly unleashed his mental power, forming an invisible barrier around them.
The techniques and divine abilities of the five men struck the barrier like water splashing on glass, flowing down without penetrating. They couldn't touch Mo Qi or Yu Sheng at all.
The men, their anger boiling, intensified their attacks, trying to break through the barrier.
Thousands of beams of light shot towards Mo Qi, only to be blocked by the invisible wall. With a resounding boom, their techniques cascaded downwards, striking the ground, kicking up sand and dust.
The men, in a frenzy, continued to unleash their abilities at Mo Qi.
Mo Qi flicked his finger, and several streaks of energy silently flew out, striking the men and knocking them to the ground.
They rolled and groaned on the ground.
Mo Qi stepped forward, placing his foot on one man's waist, and asked, "Tell me, who is in charge here?"
The man was defiant. "You can kill me, but I won't tell you."
A crimson light flashed in Mo Qi's eyes as he stared at him. "Who is in charge here?"
"Shen Wushuang," the man replied, his gaze vacant.
"Where is he?"
"At the summit."
"Why do you listen to him?"
"He is the Sect Master of Tiantong Sect. We are disciples of Tiantong Sect."
Tiantong Sect was a sect temporarily formed by Shen Wushuang. Jingxing Island itself had no prior sects, only a few rogue cultivators.
Since Divine Turtle Island began its rampage in the Hongmeng South Sea, many islands had been annexed, and many people killed. Those who narrowly escaped mostly sought to cross to the Southern Continent.
To reach the Southern Continent, this island had become a natural waypoint.
Many people arrived on this island successively. Initially, they were a disorganized mob, like headless flies, lacking order and discipline. When Shen Wushuang arrived, he had a sudden inspiration: with so many people, how powerful could they be if organized?
His cultivation was at the late Tribulation stage, giving him a certain deterrent effect. Coupled with the dedicated efforts of his lackeys, Wang Daoxuan, Zhou Qingyu, and Peng Hechang, he quickly rallied the troops and established a new sect.
Mo Qi and Yu Sheng continued their ascent towards the summit.
At this moment, a voice tore through the air. "Who is charging around here so recklessly? Do you think Tiantong Sect has no one?"
Looking up, a figure in black robes with a stern, scowling face blocked their path.
"Who are you?" Mo Qi stopped, speaking calmly.
"Zhou Qingyu, a Hall Master of Tiantong Sect," the man replied with a hint of pride.
Hall One, Hall Two, Hall Three? How perfunctory!
"Actually, we just want to see Sect Master Shen Wushuang. We have no other intentions," Mo Qi said.
He deliberately raised his voice and used spiritual energy to transmit his words, ensuring that not only Zhou Qingyu but everyone on the island could hear him clearly.
Zhou Qingyu scanned Mo Qi with his divine sense. He was merely at the early Tribulation stage, while Zhou Qingyu was at the mid-Tribulation stage. Dealing with him would be no problem.
He cast a disdainful glance at Mo Qi and roared, "Do you think you can just meet our Sect Master whenever you please? Moreover, as a newcomer, you should obey orders and register first. You refused to follow instructions, charged around recklessly, and injured people. Your crimes are heinous. However, if you kowtow and apologize to me now, and if your attitude is sufficiently sincere and your actions sufficiently standard, I might overlook your past transgressions and allow you to complete your registration."
Mo Qi suppressed his anger and said, "Why should I listen to your arrangements and be recruited by you? I, the dignified Fourth... I, your great-grandpa, why should I be recruited by you? If anyone is to recruit, it should be me recruiting you. How about this: you kowtow and apologize to me now. If I see your attitude is sufficiently sincere and your actions sufficiently standard, I might spare you..."
Before Mo Qi could finish, Zhou Qingyu roared in fury, "You're courting death!"
As he spoke, Zhou Qingyu unleashed a banner-shaped magical artifact. The banner spun rapidly, causing the surrounding space to twist. Simultaneously, continuous eerie winds and black energy flowed from the banner, sweeping towards Mo Qi and Yu Sheng.
The two felt a gust of chilling wind, their vision blurring. Yu Sheng immediately fainted and fell to the ground.
Mo Qi felt his vision darken, almost collapsing. At that moment, the Earth Arrow within his body began to glow, illuminating his entire mindscape, gradually restoring clarity to his mind, which had been consumed by darkness.
He then realized he had almost fallen victim. The opponent's artifact seemed to be a soul-confusing type.
Mo Qi hastily activated his Soul Suppressing Technique, calming the unrest in his soul.