All-class Gu Immortal

Chapter 131 The Dragon-Serpent Tendon-Changing Pill

That night, Zhou Qing left the county town under cover of darkness and returned to Heishan Town.

As he passed through Caisang Village and approached Black Wind Mountain, he suddenly sensed a surge of divine power entering his body.

【Occupation: Mountain God (Black Wind Mountain)】

[Divine Power: Rank 9 (5996/100000)]

"Huh? What's going on? How did my divine power increase so much?!"

Zhou Qing examined the jade tablet in his soul, and the divine authority clearly showed that his divine power was nearly six thousand points.

Mingming had exhausted all his divine power half a month ago in order to subdue Dan Chenzi.

In such a short time, the divine power not only recovered to its previous value, but also reached a higher level.

He hasn't done anything recently that would significantly increase Black Wind Mountain's favorability; if he had, a notification would have appeared on the jade tablet.

During this time, he devoted himself to cultivation and entrusted the task of spreading the faith to Dan Chenzi.

These changes must be related to Dan Chenzi.

Zhou Qing then focused his mind and communicated with Dan Chenzi.

"Dan Chenzi."

"The Supreme God has returned! Your subordinate greets the Supreme God."

Dan Chenzi, who had received the response, said respectfully.

Zhou Qing questioned, "What did you do? Why is your divine power increasing so quickly?"

Dan Chenzi explained, "I am acting entirely according to the instructions of the Supreme God."

For those devout believers, they were given even more in return.

As for those disrespectful mountain people, I only gave them a minor punishment as a warning.

They did not intentionally harm or kill the mountain people; those people...

After listening to Dan Chenzi's explanation, Zhou Qing nodded: "I see. You did a good job."

During this period, Dan Chenzi would separate the mountain people who had no faith.

Even if non-believers go up the mountain with religious mountain people, he will try to make them get lost in the mountains and end up gaining nothing.

It's possible that a group of people might walk together, and as they walk, those without faith might fall behind, getting lost in the thick fog. By the time they emerge from the fog, exhausted, they've unknowingly already descended the mountain.

Zhou Qing had never done this before.

He felt that they were all mountain people who made a living by relying on the mountains, and even if they did not believe in the mountain god, he would not bother with them as long as they did not intend to resist him.

If even one person in a household has faith, they will eventually come to believe in the mountain god.

Anyway, the mountain is always shrouded in thick fog. Without the protection of the mountain god, it is common to get lost in the fog. If you are unlucky, you may encounter a large wild animal and never return.

Dan Chenzi's current actions are directly categorizing people without faith.

Some methods were used.

Zhou Qing can accept it as long as there is no intentional killing of living beings.

Anyway, these people have nothing to do with him, so if they want to get something for nothing, they should pay some price.

"It is my honor to serve the gods." Dan Chenzi was very self-aware of his role as a subordinate.

"Just be mindful of the limits of what you're doing right now, and don't overstep them."

Zhou Qing said in a deep voice, "If we go too far, it might attract the attention of the imperial court, and then it would be a loss."

"Your subordinate obeys!" Dan Chenzi replied respectfully.

Zhou Qing nodded. Having capable subordinates would indeed bring him great convenience.

It is indeed necessary to develop our strength.

"I'm a person who always rewards and punishes fairly. Since you did a good job, you should be rewarded."

Zhou Qing transferred divine power to Dan Chenzi through Black Wind Mountain.

【Occupation: Mountain God (Black Wind Mountain)】

[Divine Power: Rank 9 (5900/100000)]

Zhou Qing only gave Dan Chenzi a small amount, since the two sides had not yet established enough trust.

Dan Chenzi was extremely excited, "Thank you for the gift, God!"

"I'm entrusting the spread of faith in this Black Wind Mountain area to you. Once you've accumulated enough divine power, I'll use it to reshape your physical body," Zhou Qing promised Dan Chenzi.

"Yes, your subordinate will do his utmost, even unto death," Dan Chenzi replied, seizing the opportunity to express his loyalty.

"Okay. Do a good job."

Zhou Qing offered a word of encouragement, then severed his mental connection with Dan Chenzi, ending the conversation.

"No wonder everyone likes to be a leader. The subordinates do the work, and you take the lion's share of the profits."

Zhou Qing couldn't help but sigh.

He's now just starting his own business; if he doesn't want to work for someone else, he has to take on the risks of starting his own business.

However, having connections and a strong background can greatly reduce the difficulty of starting a business.

Of course, in the end, we still have to rely on our own strength.

Zhou Qing returned to Heishan Town and went back to the silkworm house in Xin'an Lane.

After practicing his internal energy cultivation all night while sitting cross-legged on the wooden bed, he got up early and went to Baiyun Martial Arts School.

Now that we're back, we should go and see.

As soon as Zhou Qing arrived at Baiyun Martial Arts School, he found the school's doors wide open and spotless.

Even through the courtyard wall, you could hear shouting and yelling coming from inside.

"Could it be"

Zhou Qing strode into the martial arts hall and saw that the front yard, which had been deserted for a long time, was now filled with more than a dozen men rubbing their skin.

Rows of tables were placed against the walls on both sides, and each table had a wooden basin filled with a bright red liquid.

The men soaked their hands in wooden basins, and by looking at the bulging veins on their foreheads and the constantly twitching facial muscles, one could tell that they had been soaking their hands in poisonous water.

On the steps of the gatehouse opposite the courtyard stood a young man in his early twenties. Although he was of average appearance, he had an extraordinary demeanor. His loose black training clothes were slightly tight on his body, and his bulging muscles were full of power.

The young man also noticed Zhou Qing entering the room. Seeing that he was dressed in plain clothes, he initially ignored him. However, when Zhou Qing walked up to him and saw that he had a restrained expression, he immediately became serious.

"Are you here to register?" the young man asked, bowing respectfully.

"My name is Zhou Qing. This senior brother looks unfamiliar. May I ask how I should address him?" Zhou Qing clasped his hands in greeting. Judging from the young man's appearance alone, he should not be Wei Mingcheng.

"You're Zhou Qing? Wei Shibo's newly accepted sixth disciple?" The young man looked surprised and carefully examined Zhou Qing. "You don't look quite like the portrait."

"I guess I've grown quite a bit taller recently," Zhou Qing said with a smile.

"Nice to meet you. I am Wan Jiang from the Baiyun lineage of the Five Poisons Sect."

The young man smiled.

"Junior Brother Wei has gone to visit the owners of several other martial arts schools. You'll be able to meet them soon."

Seeing Wan Jiang's friendly attitude, Zhou Qing apologized, "I didn't know when Senior Brother Wan and Senior Brother Wei arrived. Please forgive me for not welcoming them."

“We just arrived a day ago and already sent someone to the county town to inform you, but we didn’t expect you to come back first,” Wan Jiang said with a smile.

"I see." Zhou Qing nodded.

"Although it's only been a day, Junior Brother Zhou has already accomplished quite a lot. He's so young yet already famous and highly regarded by Senior Uncle Wei. He's sure to have a bright future. We brothers should get closer together in the future."

Wanjiang speaks realistically, but doesn't come across as snobbish; instead, he exudes sincerity.

Zhou Qing cupped his hands and said, "Senior Brother Wan, you flatter me. It is I who should be closer to you."

His five senses had been enhanced. Just by listening to Wan Jiang's strong and powerful heartbeat and the subtle sounds produced when his blood and qi flowed, he could make a preliminary judgment that he was also a Bone Refining Realm Martial Master.

"Speaking of which, back in the sect, Senior Sister Hongyu often mentioned Junior Brother Zhou!" Wan Jiang changed the subject.

"Really?" Zhou Qing was taken aback.

“There aren’t many people who can gain Senior Sister Hongyu’s favor.” Wan Jiang looked at Zhou Qing with a half-smile.

"I still don't know how Master and Senior Sister's injuries are?"

Zhou Qing changed the subject.

“This…” Wan Jiang glanced at the apprentices who were doing skin smoothing.

"Eldest sister's injuries have basically recovered, and she is trying to control the divine weapon!"

At that moment, a majestic voice came from behind.

Zhou Qing turned around and saw a young man with thick eyebrows, big eyes, and a resolute face walk in.

He stood at the bottom of the steps by the gatehouse, and was able to look Zhou Qing in the eye.

Even without seeing his resemblance to Wei Sheng, his explosive muscles and nearly two-meter-tall stature were enough to tell that he was Wei Mingcheng.

"Greetings, Senior Brother Wei." Zhou Qing stepped down the steps and bowed respectfully.

"Okay. Follow me." Wei Mingcheng nodded and walked towards the backyard.

Seeing this, Zhou Qing followed him inside.

Wan Jiang, however, smiled and stayed in the front yard.

Zhou Qing followed Wei Mingcheng to the backyard.

As soon as they reached the courtyard outside the back room, Wei Mingcheng suddenly turned around and slapped Zhou Qing with his palm.

"Again?!"

Zhou Qing was startled, but reacted quickly, immediately leaping backward.

From Wei Hongyu to Wei Sheng, and then to Wei Mingcheng, he had become accustomed to the Wei family's way of doing things.

Seeing Zhou Qing retreat rapidly, Wei Mingcheng suddenly accelerated and closed in on him.

Sa——!
Although he knew that Wei Mingcheng was testing him, Zhou Qing dared not give up resisting such terrifying power. He concentrated his blood and true energy and fought back with all his might.

boom!
Their palms collided with a loud bang, and they were briefly locked in a stalemate.

With a slight exertion of force, Wei Mingcheng forced Zhou Qing back a step, and the two forces separated.

"So strong!" Zhou Qing was shocked. Just from Wei Mingcheng's effortless control over the palm strike, he knew that Wei Mingcheng was even stronger than Wei Hongyu, who had not yet broken through.

“Very good. Even Chen Hong and Senior Brother Ma could not have mastered the White Cloud Palm Technique to such a high level at your age. No wonder Father took on another disciple.”

Wei Mingcheng nodded, seemingly quite satisfied with Zhou Qing.

"It's all thanks to Master and Senior Sister's excellent teaching," Zhou Qing said respectfully.

"Unfortunately, I hate ungrateful people the most!" Wei Mingcheng's face darkened, and an astonishing aura rose from his body.

"Senior Brother Wei! What makes you say that?!" Zhou Qing circulated his true energy to resist the terrifying aura rushing towards him and shouted in protest.

"You left when the martial arts school was in trouble, watching the Baiyun Martial Arts School fall into ruin. What is this if not ingratitude?!" Wei Mingcheng's momentum intensified.

Deng Deng Deng!
Zhou Qing was forced to retreat several steps. Wei Mingcheng's strength seemed to surpass that of any Bone Refining Realm martial artist he had ever seen.

"Senior Brother Wei! With my strength at the time, it would have been useless for me to stay at the martial arts school."

The saying goes, "If you save the land but lose the people, you will lose both; if you save the people but lose the land, you will save both."

If I were to die, wouldn't all of Master's efforts in nurturing me have been in vain!

Zhou Qing tried to explain again, saying that although his third senior brother Ma Wenchun had agreed to let him leave, now that Ma Wenchun was dead, it seemed unnecessary to use him as an excuse.

After all, it's a fact that he left the martial arts school.

"If you lose land but save people, you can save both. That's true! But you must know that some things are absolutely essential and must never be lost!"

Wei Mingcheng said in a deep voice, but his expression softened considerably, and his powerful aura subsided.

"Once you've entered this sect, you should be prepared to live and die with it. Of course, you've only been here a short time, so your choice is perfectly understandable."

"Thank you for your understanding, Senior Brother Wei." Zhou Qing breathed a sigh of relief.

At this moment, Wei Mingcheng took out a palm-sized wooden box from his pocket and threw it at Zhou Qing.

"Your silk-reeling energy seems to be almost mastered. This is the newly refined 'Dragon Python Tendon-Changing Pill' from our sect, which my father asked me to bring to you."

Zhou Qing took the wooden box, feeling a warmth in his heart. He hadn't expected that Wei Sheng would still be thinking of him at this time.

"Thank you, Senior Brother Wei. Thank you, Master. I wonder how Master's injuries are?"

“Father’s injuries won’t heal anytime soon, but with the Ancestor here, he will recover eventually, so you don’t need to worry about that,” Wei Mingcheng said in a deep voice.

"What you need to do is to cultivate diligently and not tarnish the reputation of my Baiyun lineage."

"Yes!" Zhou Qing replied solemnly.

“I will not leave the martial arts school until my eldest sister returns. My father told me not to interfere with your training. If you have any questions about your training, you can come to me.” Wei Mingcheng nodded.

"Go."

"Junior brother, I take my leave," Zhou Qing said respectfully.

(End of this chapter)