Chapter 427:
Zhong State, Danxia Sect
The invitation letter from Zhou Huaiying of Tianxuan Sect made Danxia Sect nervous. Danxia Sect’s Tao Achieving, Wu Zilin, had witnessed how Zhou Huaiying escaped in the Qing State and knew about Zhou Huaiying’s practice of the Blood Demon Manual.
However, afterwards, both he and the Tao Achieving of Pure Jade Sect kept quiet, keeping the matter a secret. For Wu Zilin, Tianxuan Sect was far from Danxia Sect, and since Zhou Huaiying was also a Tao Achieving, without certainty of being able to defeat Zhou Huaiying, there was no need to act as the villain.
Thus, for over a hundred years, nobody knew Zhou Huaiying’s secret. But now that Zhou Huaiying was about to visit, Danxia Sect became tense.
Even though they were tense, people still had to meet. The three Tao Achievings of today’s Danxia Sect ranked as the top sect in the world. If they didn’t dare to meet people, it would be a disgrace to Danxia Sect.
A few days later, Zhou Huaiying arrived at Danxia Sect and, guided by Danxia Sect disciples, met Wu Zilin.
"Met Taoist Friend Wu"
"Taoist Friend Zhou, how are you?"
"Why aren’t the other two Taoist friends here?"
"The two senior brothers have other matters to attend to and are not at the mountain gate."
Wu Zilin said, with a smile, "I can assure you, the other two Tao Achieving disciples of the Danxia Sect might be nearby, observing us. Perhaps even the Danxia Sect’s mountain gate formation is active."
"I wonder what Taoist Friend Zhou’s purpose is for coming to the Danxia Sect."
"I secluded myself in meditation for enlightenment a few years ago and found the path after Tao Achieving unclear. My Tianxuan Sect’s teachings are not as profound as the Danxia Sect’s, so I came seeking guidance from my Taoist friend."
Zhou Huaiying humbly sought help, lowering his stance.
Wu Zilin’s expression darkened upon hearing this. Zhou Huaiying had progressed through the Tao Achieving path so quickly. His cultivation speed was impressive, causing Wu Zilin to feel somewhat wary of him.
"Taoist Friend Wu, I really want to learn from you."
Seeing Wu Zilin silent, Zhou Huaiying suspected he knew something, so he added more words.
"Taoist Friend Zhou, I have only heard a little about this matter."
"Please teach me."
"My Danxia Sect has been passed down for over ten thousand years, going through over a dozen generations of Tao Achieving. Like our ancestor and Taoist friend, I reached the peak of Tao Achieving, but there is no way forward. Our ancestor also mentioned that during the Disaster Crossing Period, there will be a great calamity and we should not proceed."
"During the Disaster Crossing Period, will there be a calamity to become immortal?"
"Not quite. If it was a calamity to become immortal, it would be a hurdle that us practitioners must face, along with other challenges."
"What are these challenges?"
"That remains unknown. Our ancestor never mentioned them. Perhaps Shenmu Ancestor knows a thing or two. Shenmu Ancestor has lived for so many years and knows more than us."
"But the Shenmu Ancestor fell in Qing State."
"The tree demon is not a human, maybe it didn’t fall."
Wu Zilin said. This is just shifting blame. Who knows if the Shenmu Ancestor fell? If you want to know, ask the Shenmu Sect.
Zhou Huaiying also laughed, knowing Wu Zilin’s tricks. However, the Shenmu Sect is not easy to deal with. If the Shenmu Ancestor didn’t fall, there is a possibility that he won’t return once he leaves.
"I will definitely visit the Shenmu Sect, but please also teach me more, Taoist Friend Wu."
"We don’t know much. I have said what I should say."
"Alright, I won’t bother you much. I will visit you again in some time, Taoist friend."
Zhou Huaiying didn’t insist, but also didn’t give up. He threatened to return in some time. Wu Zilin didn’t say anything and had someone escort Zhou Huaiying away.
"Junior brother, this Zhou Huaiying is persistent. Looks like he has us figured out."
"Oh, why don’t we have many strong people in our Danxia Sect?"
After Zhou Huaiying left, two other Tao Achieving disciples from Danxia Sect came out. They were unhappy with Zhou Huaiying’s subtle threats, but Wu Zilin’s words left them speechless.
The secret techniques of Danxia Sect are more supportive in nature and weaker in direct combat. This is an undeniable fact. Zhou Huaiying is already powerful, they are no match for him one-on-one, let alone together.
"Among the Tao Achieving, Lin Batian’s fighting strength is top-notch, considered first class. Zhou Huaiying is second class, and we are third class. Senior Brother Wu, if the three of us join forces, can we defeat Zhou Huaiying?"
Another person added. The difference in fighting strength among the Tao Achieving is huge. Wu Zilin mentioned that Lin Batian easily defeated three opponents in Qing State. We admire such combat prowess.
"It’s hard to say. The power of the Blood Demon Manual is immense, beyond the capability of ordinary Tao Achieving to withstand."
"Don’t worry, Senior Brothers. Zhou Huaiying may not dare to act. If he does, his practice of the Blood Demon Manual will be exposed, and he will become a common enemy in the cultivation world."
"That’s a good point. Let’s be prepared and not leave easily. We need to watch out for each other."
"Indeed."
Wu Zilin nodded, feeling frustrated even though he said those words. It was embarrassing for Tao Achieving to be scared and not dare to leave home.
"Zhou Huaiying."
Lin Jiang saw Zhou Huaiying flying away outside Tianxian City, didn’t dare to stare too long for fear of being noticed. But when Zhou Huaiying arrived at Danxia Sect, it sparked thoughts in Lin Jiang’s mind.
Tao Achieving of Danxia Sect knew that he had been practicing the Blood Demon Manual, but he hadn’t revealed this since leaving Qing State. Lin Jiang suspected that Zhou Huaiying had some agreement with them.
Zhou Huaiying had already gone far away, and Lin Jiang turned and entered Shenmu City. Lin Jiang was always cautious and would not seek revenge recklessly when his strength was insufficient.
Lin Jiang’s purpose in coming to Tianxian City this time was to buy elixirs. The elixirs used during the Soul Changing Period were already high-level and hard to find in ordinary places. Tianxian City had a larger supply. Besides, he wanted to see if he could get a Soul Melting Pill for Li Qing, and also obtain breakthrough elixirs for other disciples of Wangxian Sect.
At this moment, Tianxian City was not celebrating any major festival, but it was still prosperous. Auctions of various levels were held from time to time, and with Lin Jiang’s current cultivation level, he easily blended into some high-level auctions.
"The inheritance of Holy Heavenly Sect?"
Lin Jiang looked at the auction catalog and saw a bunch of things from the Holy Heavenly Sect, mostly consisting of secret techniques and a few items.
"Next up is a very special item being auctioned, it belonged to the beloved Yang Luo, a former leader of the Holy Heavenly Sect. Yang Luo was known as the most talented person in the cultivation world for thousands of years. It is said that this item was Yang Luo’s favorite, used for stargazing at night, perhaps related to Yang Luo’s genius..."
Soon, an auctioneer came out with an item for sale, and Lin Jiang was surprised to see Yang Luo’s telescope. How could it be this thing?
Lin Jiang felt bored instantly, but other cultivators were very interested because the auctioneer made the telescope sound mysterious, not a magical tool but able to see far distances. It was intentionally linked to Yang Luo’s talent, as if Yang Luo’s exceptional talent was because of this item.
Isn’t this a scam?
Despite that, many people were interested, and the price skyrocketed. Lin Jiang was also tempted to replicate some telescopes, claim they were Yang Luo’s, and make a good profit.
This mixed auction had all kinds of items, some unidentifiable even by the auctioneer, like a surprise box. Some wealthy buyers liked the idea of finding hidden treasures.
After a few days, Lin Jiang didn’t buy much but sold many things. He now had a lot of top-quality minerals; the Wilderness was like a treasure land.
Lin Jiang successfully made an appointment with Gu Cheng and met him again.
"You want the Soul Melting Pill again, young man? What do you think I am, a wish-granter?"
Gu Cheng knew that Lin Jiang came to buy the Soul Melting Pill again, making him unhappy. Can the Soul Melting Pill be sold in large quantities?
"Respected senior, it doesn’t matter who the Soul Melting Pill is sold to, right?"
"It’s not like that. The Soul Melting Pill is an excellent treasure that surpasses the Soul Changing. Each sect only has a tiny bit..."
"Add money."
"Young friend, I am an Alchemist. Do you know what an Alchemist is..."
"*Clap*"
Lin Jiang stopped talking and directly smashed the treasure on the table. It was not all ore; there were still things to be hidden, like the monster materials cheated from some fifth-order Demon Kings by Small Shadiao, all shed by them.
"You are insulting me. Do you know what it means to insult an Alchemist..."
"Bang"
"Little friend, I..."
"One last time"
Lin Jiang kept raising the price, doesn’t Gu Cheng know his cunning personality, it’s better to use money than to talk endlessly.
Gu Cheng was stunned by Lin Jiang’s boldness, who would have trouble with money, right?
So Gu Cheng quickly put on a smile and said. It’s the saddest thing in the world to let treasures gather dust. Today, meeting you, the treasure should return to its rightful owner.
Gu Cheng was quite skilled at changing his demeanor, and Lin Jiang kept catering to him. A cunning merchant must maintain a good facade.
Gu Cheng agreed to give Lin Jiang the Soul Melting Pill, but updates were not immediate. He said he needed to ask other cultivators from the Danxia Sect to see if they could produce another batch. Lin Jiang was not in a hurry as he still had to buy more pills and needed to stay in Tianxian City for a few more days.
Renting a cave in Tianxian City, Lin Jiang settled down comfortably. Without Yang Luo as a major enemy, Zhou Huaiying and others were unaware of Lin Jiang’s presence. Lin Jiang lived peacefully, no longer needing to hide or disguise himself.
After more than a month, Gu Cheng finally replied to Lin Jiang, saying he could make the Soul Melting Pill, but it would take about two more years to get it.
Upon receiving the news, Lin Jiang decided to settle down in Tianxian City. Besides occasionally teaching some Lin Wanlis, he had nothing else to do now.
So, Lin Jiang resumed his leisurely days in Tianxian City.
One day a year later, as Lin Jiang walked out of Tianfang Pavilion, he heard a voice behind him saying, "Dear Taoist friend, please wait."

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