Chapter 1307
[Immortal Realm Chapter] The Fallen Star Hub, Scamming the Inheritance
The mind of the Nirvana Avatar stirred; this treatment sounded pretty good!
Moreover, Yibaolou is actually one of the co-organizers of this large-scale trade fair?
If we could sneak in, wouldn't we have the opportunity to get in touch with the core trading competitors in advance, and then we could adapt to the situation on the spot?
So he immediately got up:
"Alright, I think I understand. I'll bring my friend for the interview soon. Goodbye!"
"Hey, Brother Silent Extinction, won't you sit down for a while?"
"Hehe, definitely next time."
Seeing the annihilation clone leave in a hurry, Lie Yunsheng had no time to see the guest off and could only sit back down, a thoughtful look in his eyes.
This person possesses a terrifying power within him, seemingly capable of devouring everything, making him extremely wary.
With the power of Yin and Yang annihilation added to the mix, could it really be related to Lord Jixuan?
Next time, I'll find an opportunity to get them both together and take a look.
The annihilation clone walked out of the Treasure Pavilion.
At this moment, he couldn't care about anything else; he just wanted to get back to his cave as soon as possible and tell his true self the conditions for becoming an appraiser at Yi Bao Lou.
Before he could even leave the market, he was suddenly stopped by a beggar as he passed a street corner!
"My lord, please have mercy! My injuries are severe, and I have no money to buy a life-saving elixir. Please give me some spirit stones!"
Are there beggars in the cultivation market these days?
The Annihilation Avatar was seeing things for the first time. He glanced down and found the old beggar to be filthy, with a scruffy beard and yellow bruises around his eyes. He impatiently threw him a few spirit stones and told him to get lost.
But to my surprise, the other party got even more aggressive!
She held onto his sleeve tightly and wouldn't let go, and her extortion went on and on.
"My lord, I have an elderly mother at home who is crying for food, and a sick child who is bedridden. They all depend on me begging outside. Please give me some spirit stones."
What kind of nonsense is this?
The annihilation clone was already in a hurry and didn't want to argue with him. There were people coming and going on the street, and he didn't want to fight either. So he simply threw him a few spirit stones and wanted to get away.
To his surprise, the guy had a strong grip and wouldn't let go of his sleeve, and started talking nonsense again.
"My lord, my spirit pet fell ill a few days ago. If it doesn't receive treatment, it might die in an instant. I beg you to lend a helping hand!"
Your pet comes to me when it's sick?
The annihilation clone was furious and was about to lash out, but the moment he met the old beggar's eyes, he realized something was wrong!
This old guy looks so familiar.
Star Pivot Child?!
The other person gave him a wink and was still pleading, but subtly pulled him away, indicating that people from the Law Enforcement Hall were patrolling the streets in the distance.
The annihilation clone remained calm, impatiently telling the other to let go, but its steps were naturally pulled into the alley.
Hiding in a corner where their view was obstructed, the other party casually set up a restriction, and only then did the two feel relieved.
The Annihilation Avatar frowned and looked Xing Shuzi up and down, discovering that Xing Shuzi was in extremely poor condition, with fluctuating aura, and suspected of having internal injuries.
"Where have you been these past few days? How did you end up being wanted by the entire city? You dragged me into this mess and almost got arrested by the Enforcement Hall!"
Xing Shuzi gave a bitter smile, his eyes filled with confusion.
"I don't know either. I went out a few days ago and was suddenly ambushed and attacked for no reason. If I hadn't been lucky, I might have been killed there!"
Because of the high spatial density in the Immortal Realm, the advantages of setting up formations, ambushes, and sneak attacks are amplified infinitely. Once the opponent gains the upper hand and surrounds you with their domain, even if you manage to escape, you will be severely injured!
Lin Shan understands this deeply.
Last time, the main body and the clone were caught in Elder Huang's ambush and were in a very bad situation even when fighting two against one. Not to mention that this time Xing Shuzi is fighting two against one.
It's incredibly lucky to escape alive!
"Afterwards, when they realized what had happened, they seemed to have mistaken me for someone else. But by then, a grudge had already been formed, so they simply went with the flow. I managed to escape by cutting off my tail with all my might, but unfortunately..."
"What's a pity?"
“Fellow Daoist Silent Extinction, could you please return the volcanic copper jade and black rock pearl sand that I gave you back then? My Star Domain has been shattered and urgently needs to be repaired and restored. Otherwise, in my current state, I will be powerless to fight back if the other party discovers me!”
Please, please~~~
Xing Shuzi looked pitiful, almost kneeling down to him. His heartbroken appearance was completely different from when he was calmly sitting on the sidelines while running the black market!
How long has it been? And yet we've fallen to this state.
The Annihilation Avatar felt great sympathy upon hearing this and stood on the same side as his old friend, expressing his deepest condolences and strongly condemning the two attackers verbally!
But upon hearing that they were to reclaim the domain's most precious treasure, they immediately changed their tune.
"Fellow Daoist Xing, what are you saying? That treasure was hush money you gave me back then. How can you just ask for it back like that? We signed a contract!"
“I know, but we have to act expediently now. Fellow Daoist, your domain is not something that can be achieved overnight, while mine has been destroyed and urgently needs repair. I can only ask you for help in this emergency. I can always return it to you when I find a similar treasure later.”
Do you even believe what you're saying?
The Annihilation Avatar scoffed. "You think you can make me spit out what's already in my pocket? No way!"
But outwardly he looked worried and told him that he had already used it up in the past few months and couldn't get it back now.
Despite their seemingly good relationship, the two harbored their own ulterior motives. When disaster struck, neither was willing to lend a helping hand, leaving Xing Shuzi extremely frustrated and lamenting the decline of morality in this day and age.
"Fine, since Fellow Daoist Nirvana has used it, then I have nothing more to say."
There's no point in dwelling on that, so let's get back to the matter of being ambushed.
"I have already bribed people to find out who those two are. They are Elder Chuyun Daoren of the Qiyun Ridge Law Enforcement Hall and Elder Huangsha Shangren of Yunbian City. These two bastards are lawless and dare to offend me by abusing their power. I swear I will not rest until I avenge them!"
The annihilation clones, united in their hatred of the enemy, swung their fists fiercely.
"That's right, they dared to bully my brother Xing, this matter is not over!"
"Therefore, I would like to formally invite Brother Jiemie to come out of seclusion and help me take revenge."
"In that case, I shall respectfully comply!"
".?"
Xing Shuzi was stunned. He thought that the Daoist of Nirvana would refuse again. Why did he suddenly agree? He agreed too readily.
They just asked that kid for a domain treasure and he wouldn't give it to them no matter what, but now they're going to work together to deal with a strange cultivator.
"Brother, did you hear that clearly? One of them is an elder of the Law Enforcement Hall, and the other is an elder of Yunbian City."
"Yes, we're going to take down the elders!"
The Annihilation Avatar spat out a nail with each spittle, making a hand-blade motion and slicing it off fiercely.
"Get him!"
"How dare he bully Master Huang? Everyone in the entire South China Sea knows what the consequences are of offending a supreme alchemy master. We must teach him a lesson he won't forget."
"Tell me what you want to do, and I will support you in spirit."
Emotional support?
Hoshino's lips twitched; she felt like she'd been tricked again.
"So actually?"
"Actually, it depends on how you express it, brother. As you said, one of them is an elder of the Law Enforcement Hall, and the other is an elder of Cloud Edge City."
The Annihilation Avatar smiled and said.
He was originally a mortal enemy of Elder Huang, so this was just a matter of course, but Xing Shuzi didn't know that!
This information gap is perfect for taking advantage of; you can recruit an extra person to fight the enemy and earn a free fee for their hard work. Why not?
Xing Shuzi, however, thought it was only right. Why should someone help him take revenge for no reason? It was only right to ask for something in return.
So I politely asked the price:
"Alright, little brother, whatever you want, I'll try my best to fulfill your request."
The Annihilation Avatar, without hesitation, immediately challenged the opponent's signature move!
"Brother, your alchemy skills are superb. I am extremely envious, so I would like to ask you for the complete and supreme alchemy techniques. I wonder if I can borrow them?"
"What? You want to learn alchemy?" Xing Shuzi's eyes widened, somewhat incredulous.
Do you even have a foundation before you start learning?
Do you know that alchemy requires talent and resources? Do you have a special spiritual fire for alchemy, or a medicinal garden for you to practice in?
Do you really think you can become a supreme alchemy master without accumulating a lot of experience and failures?
Moreover, this inheritance of mine is a closely guarded secret; how could I easily pass it on to outsiders?
"Brother, if you want to learn, I can teach you. Why be so fixated on passing down traditions?"
"Brother, this shows your narrow-mindedness. Think about those two major enemies. If you don't get rid of them, can you swallow this insult? Besides, now that you've completely offended them, do you think they'll let you off the hook?"
The Nirvana Avatar patiently guided him, explaining the advantages and disadvantages.
"Compared to eliminating two formidable enemies, what is a mere copy of a legacy?"
Xing Shuzi was furious and felt a lot of resentment when he thought about the past few days. He hadn't done anything wrong, but he was caught and beaten by two strange cultivators.
Thinking about it this way, it's just exchanging inheritance. I won't lose anything by making a copy. Anyway, that kid won't be able to learn it, so I gritted my teeth and agreed!
“Alright, I’ll keep Elder Chuyun in check, and you can help me deal with Elder Huang. It’s settled then.”
Upon hearing this, the Annihilation Avatar pounded its chest and gritted its teeth.
"That Elder Huang dared to bully you, he's a real scoundrel! I've taken your bribe, I'll definitely teach him a lesson for you!"
This is great! I got a teammate for free and also gained a legacy. What a wonderful thing!
However, given the reality, Hoshino looked worried and distressed.
"Now that my domain has been broken, I'm afraid I'm no match for Elder Chuyun, and you're only at the nascent stage of your domain, so you're probably no match for Elder Huang either. We'll have to seek outside help."
"That's easy!"
The clone of Nirvana came over again to offer a plan, going to great lengths to help Xing Shuzi get rid of Elder Huang.
“I have a friend who is also a Void Realm Star Cultivator. His Star Arts are incredibly advanced, and he complements you perfectly! We can recruit him as well. More people means more strength. What do you think?”
"Oh? You have friends!"
Xing Shuzi's eyes lit up, and he suddenly felt the sky was bright and open.
"Alright, where is he now? Could he come out for a chat?"
"He's at Qiyun Ridge. I'll take you there!"
A short while later.
In the restaurant across from the Observatory in Market Street No. 6, the Silent Avatar and Star Pivot were drinking and waiting by the window when they saw a black-robed youth walk out from below.
“That’s the Xiongshan Shangren I told you about. He’s a friend I made before, and he’s actually the appraiser who recognized Chaoling Shedan last time.”
Upon hearing this, Xing Shuzi looked down, then turned back and suddenly understood.
"So, the Supreme Appraiser is someone else entirely. You were lying to me, brother!"
"Hahaha~~~"
Amidst laughter and conversation, the young man in black robes entered the restaurant and sat by the window.
The annihilation clone quickly rose to receive him and introduced Lin Shan's true form to Xing Shuzi:
"Brother, this is my friend, Master Xiong. He has always been engrossed in cultivation and doesn't care much about worldly fame, so he only went to the Heavenly Observation Bureau for certification today. By the way, Brother Xiong, how was the certification result?"
Lin Shan tossed an iron plaque and a long robe onto the table and sat down between the two men.
An ancient and vigorous character '柒' is printed on it.
"A seventh-grade appraiser!"
Upon seeing this, Xing Shuzi immediately widened his eyes and repeatedly praised the Annihilation Avatar.
"Your friend is quite something! He wasn't verified before? Wow, so accomplished at such a young age, his future is limitless!"
Appraisal tests one's experience, but it values discernment even more; this is something that cannot be learned without talent.
The annihilation clone smiled as it introduced Xing Shuzi to Lin Shan:
"Brother Xiong, this Brother Xing is also a seventh-grade supreme alchemy master. I recently made his acquaintance in the black market."
"understood."
Lin Shan raised his hand, stopping him from saying what he was about to say, and put away the iron plate and uniform on the table.
"What is it that you urgently woke me from my seclusion? Is it just to have a drink with your friend?"
With just one gesture, the arrogance and aloofness of the young Dongxu were fully revealed, but Xing Shuzi was not annoyed at all; on the contrary, he was even more pleasantly surprised.
Pride represents confidence!
With such a powerful figure joining the team, wouldn't it be much safer for me to take revenge?
"Hehe, how could that be? It's just that Brother Xing ran into trouble, and as his brother, I had to help him out!"
"Ah, yes, yes."
Xing Shuzi didn't know when, but the two of them suddenly started calling each other brothers. However, now that he needed a favor from them, he naturally lowered his attitude.
Lin Shan sat down with an air of nonchalance, slowly sipping a cup of wine, his eyes slightly closed as he savored its aftertaste. The two people beside him dared not speak, and could only wait quietly for him to finish.
You know what, that aura completely intimidated Xing Shuzi!
"A master, absolutely a master!"
Xing Shuzi was overjoyed, thinking that he had found a powerful patron and that his revenge seemed within reach.
"Brother Xiong, Brother Xiong?"
Seeing that he remained silent for a long time, the Annihilation Avatar felt that he was overdoing it and offered a gentle reminder.
Lin Shan squinted and glanced sideways at Xing Shuzi:
"Fellow Daoist, what's wrong? Just tell me directly, there's no need to beat around the bush."
The latter quickly recounted how he was surrounded and attacked by Elder Chuyun and Elder Huang of the Law Enforcement Hall, and how he narrowly escaped death. He looked as miserable as could be, full of bitterness and hatred.
"Those two old bastards are utterly despicable. They clearly admitted their mistake halfway through the fight, yet they still insisted on sticking to me and forced me to self-destruct my domain. I swear I will not rest until I avenge this! I beg Fellow Daoist Xiong Shan for help!"
"Hmm, do you know who they originally intended to kill?"
"I think I heard his name during a magical duel, something like Zhong Shenxiu?"
Xing Shuzi replied uncertainly.
Lin Shan and the Silent Avatar exchanged a glance, thinking to themselves, "Just as I thought!"
Xing Shuzi was targeted by Elder Huang because he was a Star Cultivator and also in the early stage of Void Realm. Elder Huang mistakenly thought that Xing Shuzi was an imposter and used his connections in the Law Enforcement Hall to ambush and kill him, but it turned out to be a misunderstanding.
Now look what's happened, Xing Shuzi is on their side!
"Brother Dao, I know that asking you to help offended two high-ranking elders of the Immortal City, so the reward is negotiable, as long as you can help me eliminate this great enemy!"
How could Lin Shan refuse after hearing this?
The annihilation clone beside him, sensing the meaning behind the song, immediately began to provide assistance.
"Eh? It just so happens that Brother Xiong is also a star cultivator. He recently asked me to find different kinds of star-forging secret techniques on the market, wanting to combine them to create a star technique."
Brother, are you willing to offer your Star Forging Technique as payment to Brother Xiong for your assistance? (End of Chapter)