All-class Gu Immortal

Chapter 94 The sword points at Lin Tianzheng

"During the last mission, I overheard the Fu brothers' conversation."

The mastermind behind the Liujia Village massacre was Lin Tianzheng, and the Fu brothers were his accomplices.

After escaping from the county town, Lin Tianzheng was seriously injured and wanted to use the mountain demon to refine a human pill to recover from his injuries.

Therefore, Lin Tian is currently hiding in Huanglong Mountain. Once the Fu brothers are captured, their location will be revealed.

Zhou Qing didn't keep them in suspense and went straight to the point explaining the situation.

"Oh? You were able to eavesdrop on the Fu brothers' conversation without them noticing?"

Yao Xuewei didn't seem surprised that the Fu brothers were colluding with Lin Tianzheng; instead, she was more concerned about how Zhou Qing had overheard their conversation.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Qing extended his right hand.

A pale golden silkworm, about the size of a thumb, flew out from his sleeve.

"This is a rare golden silkworm that I captured by chance in Black Wind Mountain. This golden silkworm is extremely intelligent and good at concealing its presence. It was with its help that I overheard the conversation between the Fu brothers."

To show his sincerity in cooperating, he released a golden silkworm.

Of course, the other three golden silkworms had devoured two copper-skinned Gu and had mutated; this was his trump card and could not be easily revealed.

Releasing ordinary golden silkworms is enough to show sincerity.

"Oh?"

Yao Xuewei looked at the golden silkworm in front of her with a surprised expression and stretched out her slender right hand.

"Go," Zhou Qing commanded the golden silkworm.

"Buzz!"

The golden silkworm hovered around Zhou Qing before flying towards Yao Xuewei and landing in her palm.

Yao Xuewei gently squeezed the golden silkworm's hard shell and then let go.

"This strange creature possesses such high intelligence; it's likely that you've already refined it into a Gu. I never imagined you had such abilities."

Yao Xuewei said calmly.

She came from a prominent family in the Central Plains, so the existence of Gu worms was not surprising to her.

Zhou Qing said solemnly, "With the Golden Silkworm, we can track the Fu brothers and find Lin Tianzheng's hiding place."

This person relies solely on the Corpse Worm Gu King. Every year on the night of the full moon, the Corpse Worm Gu King leaves the body to absorb half an hour of moonlight.

That will be Lin Tianzheng's weakest moment. With your strength, sir, killing Lin Tianzheng in his current state would be a sure thing.

Yao Xuewei's gaze sharpened: "I didn't expect you to know such top-secret information. It seems... you want the Corpse Worm Gu King?"

"Sir, you truly have discerning eyes."

Zhou Qing complimented.

"Lin Tianzheng once sent his men to infiltrate Baiyun Martial Arts School, but I killed them. Therefore, I know some of the inside story."

"I see." Yao Xuewei became interested.

Zhou Qing continued, "As far as the lord is concerned, what is needed is to kill Lin Tianzheng and gain a lot of merit."

It won't be long before you break through to the Blood Exchange Realm. The mere Corpse Worm Gu King is really useless.

If I can subdue the Corpse Worm King and obtain Lin Tianzheng's worm refining techniques, I will have more power to protect myself before my master returns.

Actually, if my master hadn't been injured, my original plan was to wait for him to return before dealing with Lin Tianzheng.

"You're quite frank," Yao Xuewei nodded gently. "But... why don't you go see Lord Xiao?"

Zhou Qing smiled helplessly and explained:
"You jest, sir. If I were to approach Lord Xiao, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to do anything other than lead the way. How would I then ask for the Corpse Worm Gu King back?"

"By cooperating with you, sir, I can help deal with the Corpse Worm King, allowing you to focus on Lin Tianzheng. That's a contribution, isn't it?"

Upon hearing this, Yao Xuewei pondered for a moment and then nodded, saying:

"Very well. In that case, I'll accompany you."

If this matter succeeds, the Corpse Worm Gu King and Lin Tianzheng's Gu-refining techniques will be yours.

Other treasures, including the achievements, belong to me.

If there is any money or other valuables, you will receive a share.

"Thank you, sir!" Zhou Qing was overjoyed.

Currently, the only reliable helper he can find is Yao Xuewei.

Going alone carries far more risks than rewards.

Finding one or two fellow practitioners of the same level to refine tendons won't be very useful, and it's easy for them to fight amongst themselves later on over the distribution of spoils.

If he were to seek out Xiao Kang, others might not compete with him for a Corpse Worm Gu King, but as he just said, he had no right to negotiate with Xiao Kang. Xiao Kang could easily refuse him and then go to Huanglong Mountain alone to deal with Lin Tianzheng, without even needing him to lead the way.

Only Yao Xuewei is suitable. With her Bone Refining Realm cultivation, she can deal with Lin Tianzheng and escape unscathed even if things go wrong.

Most importantly, the two sides have a certain understanding of each other, and through what just happened, it can be seen that Yao Xuewei is not a person who is only after profit.

Both sides got what they wanted; at least he didn't have to worry about being killed and robbed.

Otherwise, Zhou Qing could have gone to the matriarch of the Mu family and asked her to repay the favor.

"Don't thank me yet. There are still fourteen days until the fifteenth of this month. I need to investigate whether what you said is true before making a final decision," Yao Xuewei said seriously.

"Of course," Zhou Qing nodded.

"Also, let me preface this by saying that you should make some preparations."

Although with the two of us, dealing with Lin Tianzheng on the night of the full moon should not be a problem.

However, Huanglong Mountain is the stronghold of Jin Dao Village, and there are also people from the Witch God Cult causing trouble.

If we encounter a powerful enemy, we'll have to fight each other separately.

Yao Xuewei continued.

"Understood, subordinate." Hearing Yao Xuewei say this, Zhou Qing felt even more relieved.

"Go and prepare," Yao Xuewei said calmly.

"Yes, I'll take my leave." Zhou Qing bowed and left the side hall.

Yao Xuewei gazed out the window, her eyes shifting.

According to intelligence, Lin Tianzheng killed Feng Yixue, the chief constable of the county, because they seemed to have discovered a treasure map involving divine weapons. The two fought over the treasure map, which led to the bloody battle.

Regardless of whether the intelligence is true or false, as long as she kills Lin Tianzheng, she can accumulate enough merit to prepare for seclusion and break through the major bottleneck of the Blood Exchange Realm.

"This is a pleasant surprise."

"I've never been this extravagant in my entire life!"

With three thousand taels of silver in his pocket, Zhou Qing felt lightheaded as he walked.

I'm so afraid of being poor!

"With this money, we can buy poison water at a high price."

Zhou Qing pondered for a moment.

"We also need to buy some positive-positive drugs to deal with the Corpse Worm Gu King."

Although Yao Xuewei was leading the way, Zhou Qing still needed to make more preparations to ensure everything went smoothly.

Money is meant to be used.

At times like this, he wouldn't risk losing more than he gains by making unnecessary savings.

[Skill: Shadowless Kick]

[Progress: Mastery (548/800)]

【Effect: Swift Step】

"The ointments I saw at Baicaotang are now available for purchase."

Looking at the proficiency of the Shadowless Kick, Zhou Qing recalled seeing a medicinal ointment at Baicaotang that could assist in leg technique training, called 'Dragon Tendon Tiger Bone Ointment', which could strengthen leg muscles and fortify tendons and bones.

However, this plaster is extremely expensive, costing five hundred taels per bottle.

"If I master the Shadowless Kick technique, my speed should increase even further."

After a moment's thought, Zhou Qing made his decision.

When the weak face a strong opponent, speed is the most important factor.

If you can't beat them, you can try hit-and-run tactics.

The key is to buy time.

[Refining: Erqing]

[Progress: Mutation and Evolution (756/800)]

"You've slept for so long, it's time for you to make your appearance."

Zhou Qing smiled.

Although it has only been fourteen days, it seems that his strength can still reach another level.

"Pfft!" Erqing responded.

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