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Chapter 429 Kidnapping Five Nearly Third-Tier Graduates

"boom!!!"

With a deafening roar, the five Divine Sons of the Fifth Divine District, whose strength exceeded the second-stage limit and were only one step away from the third-stage, were sent flying backward like rag dolls, crashing heavily into the Stone Tree Sea.

"puff…"

Palai spat out a mouthful of blood, and looking at the figure whose aura seemed to reach the heavens and the earth, an incomparable chill surged in his heart.

"How can it be…"

Three turns!

The figure before me definitely possesses the power of the third level!
why?
Why? !

How much suffering did those five endure over the past twenty years to achieve what they have today? Yu Zhun and the others disappeared for over twenty years, but when they returned, they still utterly crushed them.
"Whoosh-"

An arrow pierced Palai's chest with pinpoint accuracy, reducing his health to a mere sliver amidst excruciating pain.

After using the same method to cripple the other four, Yu Zhun, controlling the Heavenly Demon, suppressed all five with a wave of his hand before disbanding the Heavenly Demon Battle Formation.

"Okay, done."

He clapped his hands, and his expression relaxed.

"What should we do next?" Lu Wen asked in a deep voice.

Looking at the five people lying motionless on the ground, a chilling killing intent surged in his eyes. Thinking of his teacher who was critically injured and on the verge of death, all he wanted to do at this moment was kill them all to vent his anger.

But reason told him he couldn't do that.

"What needs to be done next is very simple." Yu Zhun piled the five near-third-stage divine sons together like rag bags, and then, amidst their furious glares, casually sat cross-legged on the ground. "Wait."

"The opponents I kill cannot be resurrected even if they carry the [Life-Saving Stone], and will also die in reality."

"More than 20 years ago, this was already known to many servers. I believe that the Fifth God Zone should not be so closed off from information."

"These are five powerful individuals destined for the third stage of advancement. If I kill them all, the Fifth Divine District will feel the pain, won't they?"

Yu Zhun paused, then said, "Therefore, upon noticing the unusual timing of the dungeon raid, the Fifth Divine District will definitely try to find out what's going on inside the dungeon."

"I believe they have the capability."

“Indeed.” Helmod nodded slightly. “High-level third-tier powerhouses can use Divine Demon Medals to view the dungeons in the strategy guide.”

"They can even bribe the shopkeepers in the God and Demon Shop to relay messages to players inside the instance when necessary."

"Of course, such practices are against the rules, so even for a third-tier powerhouse, the price is not small."

With Helmod's testimony, the others seemed to understand Yu Zhun's plan.

"You want to detain the five of them here and force the Fifth Divine District to hand over something?" Lu Wen's eyes lit up, and his expression became excited.

"Kidnapping, huh..." Yu Zhu rubbed his hands together, eager for the opportunity. "I like this!"

"You wish!" Palai heard their words and felt as if she had fallen into an ice cellar. She quickly hissed, "The Lord God will not pay attention to you. Your actions can only... Waaah!"

"Sorry, I forgot to gag you." Yu Zhu grinned and pulled out a piece of cloth, stuffing it into Palai's mouth.

Then, she took out a bottle of medicine and dripped some onto the cloth.

"Just chewing on the cloth is too boring, let me add some flavor for you."

"Waaah..." Palai's face turned green instantly. After struggling frantically for a couple of moments, her body twitched and she fainted.

"What...what kind of potion is this?" Yu Zhun's lips twitched, and he couldn't help but ask, "Did you kill him?"

"Don't worry, it won't happen~" Yu Zhu waved his hand, "This is the kind of potion we researched on the seventeenth level of the Netherworld."

That potion made from the excrement of seventeen different monsters...

As Yu Zhun and the others recalled some unpleasant experiences, their gazes toward Palai became filled with pity.

"Oh right, there are four more people here!"

As if suddenly remembering something, Yu Zhu turned his head and looked at the other four with a smile, his expression appearing exceptionally kind.

The other four divine children had already witnessed Palai's miserable state. They all pursed their lips tightly, not daring to utter a word, and frantically shook their heads with pleading in their eyes.

Their appearance made it impossible to believe that they were high-ranking, near-third-tier powerhouses from the Fifth Divine District.

Helmod, standing to the side, silently pulled out a fist-sized bead, pointed it at the five people, and wore a strange smile.

"Such a scene must be recorded."

Having successfully captured the disheveled state of the gods amidst their desperate struggles, Helmod was finally satisfied and knocked them unconscious.

"Next, we'll wait for the Fifth Divine District's reaction."

And this wait lasted for half a month.

One day, about two weeks later, Yu Zhun suddenly opened his eyes from his meditation and looked up at a figure that had suddenly appeared in front of him. It was a salesperson wearing a black robe and a gold and black mask.

"coming?"

The others heard the commotion and looked over at the same time. When they saw the figure that had quietly appeared, they immediately showed expressions of surprise and delight.

It's really coming!

The fact that the shopkeepers, who should theoretically be the only ones in the God and Demon Shop, appear in the instance is enough to prove that their approach is correct.

The detention of five near-third-tier players has completely pushed the Fifth God Zone to its breaking point!
"You've got some nerve," the saleswoman said, giving Yu Zhun a knowing look. "The place outside is practically in chaos."

"Is it that serious?" Yu Zhun couldn't help but raise an eyebrow upon hearing this. "I only detained five divine sons from the Fifth Divine District."

"Those are the five divine sons of the Fifth Divine District." The sales clerk's gaze swept over the five people lying on the ground like dead dogs.

During this period, Yu Zhun and others used many methods to prevent the other party from committing suicide, and these five divine sons were almost never in a conscious state.

"Moreover, he's not just any ordinary divine child; he's a near-third-stage divine child." At this point, the salesperson suddenly let out a strange laugh. "You might not know, but that Palai is regarded by the God Lord of the Fifth Divine District as a new generation with even more talent than Himself."

“That god has no hope of breaking through to the ninth level of divinity, but He believes that Palai has the potential to surpass Him, so He regards him as His successor.”

"Is that so?" Yu Zhun was even more surprised and couldn't help but look at Helmod beside him, but Helmod was equally dumbfounded.

Although he was from the Fourth God District, it was impossible for him to know everything about the Fifth God District, especially such high-level secrets.

"After learning that you detained them and discovered some of your past glorious achievements, the God Lord of the Fifth Divine District is going crazy." The salesperson shrugged. "That's why he's come to me."

"Let me make this clear first, I'm just a messenger, a working devil."

"Don't take your anger out on me if anything happens."

"You're too kind, senior." Yu Zhun grinned. "You're a fifth-stage Divine Transformation expert, how could we dare to hold a grudge against you?"

Ok?
The sales clerk's pupils contracted slightly as she gave Yu Zhun a deep look.

Only high-level beings can see the strength of low-level beings at a glance. How could this guy so easily tell that he is a fifth-stage Divine Transformation cultivator?
This guy... could he be having some kind of expert guiding him?

Yu Zhun smiled but remained silent.

Under normal circumstances, he wouldn't be able to do this with just one second job advancement.

However, in the Netherworld, they once reached the ninth level of divine transformation. Although that strength was fake, it brought considerable benefits.

Having reached that level before, Yu Zhun and the others possessed the perception to see through the level of a third-tier expert. His deliberate pointing out their strength was also a form of warning.

He couldn't be sure what kind of secret deal existed between the salesperson and the Fifth Divine District's Lord, but it was best if there wasn't.

"The God Lord of the Fifth Divine District asked me to ask you what you want," the sales clerk said slowly. "You're holding him but not killing him; you must have other intentions, right?"

"Of course." Yu Zhun smiled.

"I want five Heaven-Mending Jade."

"Pfft~" The sales clerk burst out laughing. "Kid, your request is a bit too much."

"I don't even need to reply; I know they're unlikely to agree."

"Even if you turn the entire Fifth Divine District upside down, you might not be able to find five Heaven-Mending Jade pieces. Those are the most powerful life-saving items for a third-level expert."

“I don’t think this request is excessive.” Yu Zhun shook his head and pointed to the five near-third-stage experts in front of him. “As long as these five don’t die, they will definitely become third-stage experts. Using a third-stage expert’s life-saving item to exchange for a future third-stage expert is a fair deal.”

"Moreover, Palai is someone that the God highly values."

"If the Fifth Divine District doesn't have it, can't we try the First Divine District?"

"You really think so?" The sales clerk looked surprised. "In that case, shall I pass on the message?"

"I must remind you, each time the other party relays a message, it comes at a considerable cost. If you have them relay messages too many times..."

"The other party may not be willing to continue the conversation with you."

"That's how it will be passed on." Yu Zhun nodded seriously.

The salesperson said no more and disappeared in an instant.

“Five is really a bit too many.” Helmod, who had remained silent until now, couldn’t help but speak up with a strange expression.

“I know.” Yu Zhun nodded. “Actually, I initially planned to ask for three, and then haggle over the price.”

"But these five people seem to be more important than I thought, so I'll just test their limits a little."

At this point, Yu Zhun chuckled, "Although saving Lu Wen's teacher is the most important thing, who would complain about having a few more?"

“That’s true.” Helmod nodded slightly. “The Heaven-Mending Jade can only be produced in the 5A dungeons controlled by the first three god districts. Although other 5A dungeons have healing and life-saving treasures, none of them are as effective as this one.”

"The top three divine districts were also aware of their own advantages, so they used the Heaven-Mending Jade to befriend many forces, which is how they stood out and grew stronger."

"Such good stuff is really hard for us to obtain because we're not on the same side as the top three god districts."

“Yes…” Yu Zhun nodded slightly, then sighed.

The Fifth Divine District is their current opponent.

But the root of everything is ultimately the First God Zone.

Now that they have become enemies with the First God Zone, there is almost no possibility for them to become friends in the future.

Perhaps in the eyes of the current top-tier server, they are insignificant ants not worth a second glance, but what if they also reach the third rank?
At that point, the other party might take action themselves.

The more he learned, the clearer he could sense the power of the First Divine District. Its strongest member was a ninth-stage Divine Transformation expert, and he had also befriended many forces through treasures, gradually breaking free from the control of the Divine Demon Palace.

How should we deal with such an opponent?

Before he could think any further, the sales clerk, who had returned, gave Yu Zhun a strange look and said, "You have successfully angered the God Lord of the Fifth Divine District."

"One at most, no more."

The moment He finished speaking, Lu Wen's eyes lit up.

Teacher, there's hope!

However, remembering that Yu Zhun was still negotiating with the other party, he suddenly lowered his head, not letting the excitement in his eyes show at all.

“One is far too few.” Yu Zhun looked dissatisfied. “How about this, I’ll compromise.”

"Four Heaven-Mending Jade pieces, and we'll release them, how about it?" Yu Zhun said this with a pained expression, as if he had made a huge sacrifice.

The sales clerk glanced at Yu Zhun speechlessly. "Are you sure you want to haggle with them like this? Let me remind you, although you've caught five near-third-tier cultivators in the Fifth Divine District right now, they'll most likely retaliate later."

"If you know when to stop, everyone can be more amicable."

"Let them retaliate then," Yu Zhun shrugged. "Anyway, they've targeted us quite a bit before this."

"If it weren't for the fact that the laws of the world prevent them from entering our world, we would probably have been completely swallowed up by them long ago."

"Therefore, we should still take the benefits that are rightfully ours."

Who can say for sure what will happen in the future?

"Okay," the sales clerk shook her head. "I'll go ask again."

The salesperson disappeared again, only to return a moment later.

"Three Heaven-Mending Jade." The salesperson paused. "This is the bottom line of the Fifth Divine District's God Lord, and you must hand over the array treasure."

“He really thinks I’m a fool.” Yu Zhun shook his head.

You need to give up one Heavenly Demon Pearl to get three Heaven-Mending Jade.

That single Heavenly Demon Pearl is worth as much as several pieces of Heaven-Mending Jade.

It's true that the Heaven-Mending Jade can save a third-level expert's life at a critical moment, but the Heavenly Demon Pearl can enable a third-level expert to fight against enemies three levels higher!
Of course, it's also possible that Yu Zhun and the others did not display the full power of the Heavenly Demon Pearl, and the other party did not recognize the object or understand its value.

But no matter what, this deal is impossible.

"Oh, right, let me remind you," the sales clerk said, changing the subject, "This will be the last time the Fifth Divine District's God Lord asks me to deliver a message."

"If an agreement cannot be reached, the other party will simply give up."

"While the quasi-third-level transformation is important, it is not something that cannot be abandoned."

"After all... those who rise to power are the true powerhouses."

"A genius who dies before he can rise to prominence is worthless."

"Fine." Yu Zhun clicked his tongue, revealing a reluctant expression. "There's no way I'll hand over the array treasure."

"The two Heaven-Mending Jade Pieces are taken away by the person."

The sales clerk gave Yu Zhun a deep look, then said, "Sold."

As soon as he finished speaking, he waved his hand, and the five divine sons who had fallen to the ground turned into five streaks of white light and disappeared from the spot. Their equipment and items all dropped into the dungeon, which did not violate the rules of the dungeon strategy.

After doing all this, the salesperson disappeared, leaving only two warm and lustrous jade discs, radiating boundless vitality, suspended in mid-air.

"Is this the Jade for Patching the Sky?" Yu Zhun looked at Helmod, and after receiving confirmation from the latter, tossed one of the pieces to Lu Wen.

"Here, we'll go out in a bit."

"Aren't we going to clear the level?" Lu Wen took the Heaven-Mending Jade, paused for a moment upon hearing this, and couldn't help but ask, "We've already come this far."

Just a little further down is the dungeon exit point.

"Leave now, or things will change!" Yu Zhun said in a deep voice.

(End of this chapter)