bookbashuk Chapter 244 Huanhua
Chapter 244 Huanhua
Outside of Ice Island.
Fang Qing stood on the sea surface, raised his hand, and released the merchant auction token.
"Hmm... there's nothing else tampered with on the token, but it's interesting in itself."
After some deduction, he immediately understood.
"This token points to the sea area where the top-level auction is held, but the location keeps changing... in fact, each token points to a different specific location." "On the day the auction begins, this token will sense a giant void teleportation array... and then transform into a mobile teleportation array, teleporting the cultivator to the auction venue." "After the auction ends, it will also teleport out randomly... Theoretically speaking, this greatly reduces the possibility of being robbed due to showing off wealth, which is a boon for low-level cultivators..." "The only concern is that the merchants themselves might take action... but this company prioritizes reputation, and they wouldn't go to such lengths unless it's some heaven-defying treasure." It can be said that even condensing a spiritual object is not as valuable as the reputation that the Merchant Alliance has accumulated over the years.
But if it's a chance to become a Nascent Soul cultivator, then there's no need to say more.
The merchants will definitely take action!
Everyone has a bottom line, and when the benefits and temptations are great enough, it is possible to cross that line.
Even today, Shang Yuanxin is no different!
"If my interests were greater, he might not have made a fair trade, but instead contacted his own family to prepare treasures and formations for a void-sealing... That's human nature!" Fang Qing shook his head, put away the token, and began to calculate the cause and effect of "Zhan Hongxiu".
His great opportunity is about to arrive.
An unnamed sea area.
Zhan Hongxiu, riding a streak of blue light, was fleeing for her life.
Behind her followed a streak of light, emanating the magical power fluctuations of a mid-stage Core Formation cultivator.
Damn it!
"I never expected that when that Heartless Taoist was dying, he would use a secret technique to plant some kind of mark on me..."
Zhan Hongxiu felt a pang of regret.
We should have been more cautious when we killed that Heartless Taoist.
If Old Master Gui had been conscious at the time, he certainly wouldn't have let her make such a big mistake.
However, it must be said that Zhan Hongxiu, as a woman of destiny, has had an exceptionally smooth journey, despite some setbacks.
Especially after the old tortoise possessed her, having this old demon to check and fill in any gaps actually lowered her guard considerably.
When the Heartless Daoist died, he secretly left a mark on her body, which even attracted the "Flower-Washing Hermit," a mid-stage Core Formation cultivator. It can only be said that even a Demonic Core Formation cultivator has a few close friends.
The treasures on Zhan Hongxiu's body are enough to tempt any cultivator!
After all, she had only just formed her core and had not yet refined her natal magic weapon or become familiar with her own magical powers.
Being able to kill Wuxin Daoren, who was in the early stage of Core Formation, already shows that he was wealthy and exceptionally talented.
Even when faced with the suppression of the Huanhua Hermit's cultivation level, they could only flee.
"The key is... if this person leaks the information, and Yuan Qu the Old Monster arrives, I will surely have no chance of survival!"
Zhan Hongxiu scanned her own storage treasures with her divine sense: "If we risk everything, can we kill this person quickly?"
In her storage pouch lay a high-grade, third-tier "Myriad Transformations Thunder Pearl," its power comparable to a strike from a late-stage Core Formation cultivator—arguably her strongest offensive technique. "Fellow Daoist, I mean no harm..."
Behind them, the Hermit of Huanhua saw Zhan Hongxiu's escape light continue, a smile appeared on his face, and he spoke gently.
This was a demonic secret technique he had secretly cultivated—"Soul-Stealing Demonic Sound," which included a method to bewitch the mind, making it difficult for low-level cultivators to resist. However, Zhan Hongxiu continued her escape, seemingly unaffected at all.
He raised an eyebrow and took out a luxury car from his storage bag.
This flying magic weapon was something he obtained during his adventure exploring an ancient cultivator's cave. Its speed was almost comparable to a late-stage Core Formation cultivator, making it his signature item. Sure enough, after activating the Eight Treasures Incense Chariot, petals danced in the air, and seven-colored light shimmered. The Hermit of the Washing Flower, residing within, experienced a sudden surge in speed, rapidly closing the distance between them. "Sigh… this Eight Treasures Incense Chariot is good, but its sheer scale is too overwhelming, easily attracting the attention of passing cultivators…"
As the hermit of Huanhua gazed at the scene of petals fluttering in the air, he sighed inwardly, "Fortunately, this area has always been deserted..."
Just as he was trying to comfort himself, a flash of lightning appeared in the sky, followed by the sound of a sword ringing out.
Whoosh!
A sword light descended, transforming into a white-robed male cultivator with striking features, including sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, exuding heroic spirit...
"Fellow Daoist, why are you making things difficult for my friend?"
Fang Qing, in his guise as "Bai Jianfeng," spoke first.
"Hmm? Early stage of Core Formation?"
The Hermit of the Washing Flowers scanned the area with his divine sense, his mind made up, and he sneered, "So you're an acquaintance after all. Then I can't let you live!"
With a wave of his hand, a magical artifact shaped like a flower basket appeared, emitting rays of colorful light, and fell towards Fang Qing.
Knowing full well that he was a sword cultivator, the Hermit of the Washing Flower Pavilion naturally had a way to deal with him. His flower basket was a rare treasure, specifically designed to subdue flying swords and needles. If this sword cultivator were to release his flying swords, it would be enough to inflict a severe loss on him!
"Fellow Daoist Bai, let's join forces and kill this person first!"
Zhan Hongxiu vanished in a flash, turning a corner, and returned to attack as well. A white jade flying sword appeared in her hand, her expression cold: "Be careful, this person's flower basket can collect metal flying swords; only wooden or jade magical treasures can counter it..." "You wretch!"
The hermit of Huanhua's expression changed drastically. He saw the sword cultivator merge with his sword, transforming into a beam of sword light, like a rainbow piercing the sun, completely unaffected by the colorful light, and charging towards the Eight Treasures Incense Carriage. The sword light was chilling, carrying a fierce intent, its aura soaring to the heavens, and in an instant, it sliced the flying magic treasure in two! "You dare destroy my magic treasure?"
The hermit Huanhua shouted, retrieved the flower basket and magic treasures, and felt a sense of fear in his heart.
He wasn't a late-stage Core Formation cultivator after all, and facing two early-stage Core Formation cultivators working together, one of whom was a swordsman renowned for his offensive prowess, he was equally flustered. "Forget it, I'll leave for now and invite a few friends. We'll surely be able to kill these two... It's just a pity about the opportunity that female cultivator possessed..." Just as the Hermit of Huanhua was considering retreating, Fang Qing had already attacked with his sword.
A flash of lightning!
But then, the sound of the sword moving was like thunder, and it transformed into an incredibly thin sword thread, gently brushing past the True Core protective shield of the Hermit of the Washing Flowers.
Crack!
His True Core protective shield, maintained by his mid-stage Core Formation power, actually emitted a mournful cry of despair!
"How is that possible?"
The hermit of Huanhua made a hand seal, and a five-colored flower bloomed in the void, enveloping him.
This is a third-tier spell he has painstakingly cultivated, known as "Lotus Protection, Invulnerable to All Magic".
At this moment, the five-colored lotus slowly closed, like a flower bud, protecting him inside.
Fang Qing let out a long roar and drew his sword once more!
"Sharp Edge Chapter" is only at the peak of the Dao Foundation stage, barely possessing the combat power of the early Core Formation stage. In reality, he would be insufficient to kill a mid-Core Formation stage cultivator. However, he possesses not only magical power, but also a rank!
With the blessing of the Du Zi position, Fang Qing has already unleashed the peerless sword technique of "One Sword Breaks Ten Thousand Laws"!
His sword gleamed, imbued with the power of the Di Zi, carrying a sense of clarity of sword intent and the momentum of sword energy, as it landed on the five-colored lotus flower.
call out!
A flash of white light, and the five-colored lotus and the protective shield of the true elixir shattered instantly.
The hermit of Huanhua looked dazed and suddenly touched his neck.
Above it, a thin line of blood appeared.
The sword was too fast; before he could even react, the incredibly sharp sword energy and intent had already ended all his life force!
Beside her, Zhan Hongxiu, who was preparing to lend a helping hand, fell silent.
She watched as Fang Qing drew his sword, and the once arrogant and relentless Huanhua Jushi, who had chased her relentlessly, was decapitated. She felt as if she were in a dream… “Long time no see, Fellow Daoist Zhan… I heard you were wanted by several Nascent Soul stage monsters. It seems you are not only safe and sound but have also successfully formed your core. Congratulations!” Fang Qing smiled and took Huanhua Jushi’s storage bag before turning around, offering his congratulations as if they were old friends reunited. Whether Zhan Hongxiu had seen through his identity or not, he had already paid her hush money.
For now, let's pretend the other party hasn't seen through our deception and continue interacting as Bai Jianfeng.
"Zhan Hongxiu thanks fellow Daoist for saving her life. I also congratulate you on successfully forming your Core, and may your immortal path continue forever..."
Zhan Hongxiu's expression was complex, and she curtsied.
"Alright... this isn't the place to talk, let's find somewhere else."
As soon as Fang Qing raised his hand, Zhan Hongxiu felt a strange aura being captured and purified from her body... Her expression changed involuntarily.
"There seem to be two issues with you, fellow Daoist. One of them is the floral scent you're emanating..."
He made a soft remark.
Zhan Hongxiu felt a little ashamed.
Both were early-stage Core Formation cultivators, but she was far, far inferior to this person in both experience and combat skills...
a few days later.
A deserted island.
In the temporarily opened cave dwelling.
Zhan Hongxiu personally poured tea and served it to Fang Qing: "Fellow Daoist Bai... I have no way to repay your life-saving grace, please!"
Fang Qing took the tea, sipped it, and felt a little strange:
"Should the next line be something like offering myself in return? I won't agree to that... You're going to settle a life-saving debt with a single shot? Wouldn't I be at a huge loss? How despicable!" "Besides, women of destiny bring a lot of trouble. Who wants to add another burden? I want women... There are plenty in both cultivation worlds. Why would I hang myself on this one tree? This humble woman has nothing of value, so I'll repay you with this."
With a flick of her sleeve, a jade box specifically for holding spiritual medicine appeared on the table.
"As expected, Hongxiu is a kind person. It wasn't for nothing that I specially performed divination to save you... I can happily enjoy the goose wool again."
Fang Qing was in a good mood. He opened the jade box and saw a section of sky-blue root inside, which seemed to have been used up by about half.
A pure and ethereal aura wafted out, and just a light sniff made him feel the magical power within his body stirring.
"Could this be... the Azure Sky of Ten Thousand Years?"
Fang Qing revealed a hint of shock: "This is even better than any third-tier mana-enhancing pills..."
"Indeed, it was thanks to this item that I was able to quickly advance to the peak of Foundation Establishment and begin planning for Core Formation..."
She let out a soft sigh as she turned her red sleeves.
Fang Qing secretly calculated that this woman had only been at the Foundation Establishment stage for about sixty years, which was indeed the way of the Qi Refining path. With resources, everything was easy to talk about.