Xiuxian, I can travel to another world

Chapter 239 Return
The fact that no problems were found during the inquiry does not mean that there are no problems at all. Therefore, Zhu Ju's actions will still be restricted. If the patrol envoy finds any problems, he will be asked to come and cooperate at any time.

Fortunately, Zhu Ju didn't mind.

The materials needed for the 'Golden Blade Blazing Illusion Array' have been almost collected; it's time to refine it into the Investiture of the Gods.

This process usually takes several months.

The Investiture of the Gods played a crucial role in killing Kou Wen.

If Zhu Ju hadn't used the Investiture of the Gods to trap Kou Wen, let alone kill him, he himself would probably have been in grave danger.

The altars in the world of magic are too limited in the main world. If only they could be replaced with the Golden Blade Blazing Flame Illusion Array...

It seems that without resorting to other means, simply activating the power of the formation would be enough to kill Kou Wen.

Do not!
That's probably not the case.

Zhu Ju shook his head slightly.

Although the 'Golden Blade Blazing Flame Illusion Array' has been improved by Yan Nanshuang, it is still a first-order array. It is not difficult to trap and kill people in the early stage of Dao Foundation, but it is slightly weaker than Kou Wen, who has many methods and is very powerful.

If it's a second-tier formation...

"Thinking too much."

With a calm smile, Zhu Ju regained his composure.

half a month later.

Yan Nanshuang came to visit.

"Brother Zhu."

"Miss Yan."

The two greeted each other and sat down, the atmosphere heavy with tension.

"Second Grandfather is dead." Yan Nanshuang took a deep breath, her voice slow:
"Yan Xi's life flame has not been extinguished, but it is extremely weak, and his life or death is uncertain. His family suspects that he may have been captured by the Jie Xiu. If so, who knows what kind of torture he will suffer."

"Please accept my condolences," Zhu Ju could only say.
"What's done is done, and there's nothing anyone can do about it."

“Hmm…” Yan Nanshuang hesitated for a moment, then asked:
"I heard that Brother Zhu escaped the pursuit of the Tribulation Cultivator by relying on a secret technique. I wonder if you could broaden my horizons?"

"Of course." Zhu Ju nodded, and the Four Phases Star Restriction was activated. His aura immediately disappeared, and even the fluctuations of his divine sense vanished.

"What a brilliant secret technique!"

Yan Nanshuang's eyes flickered slightly, and she said:

"Brother Zhu, could you sell me your secret technique? My Yan family is willing to pay a high price for it."

“Since birth, my cultivation path has been smooth, and I have never personally experienced dangerous battles. This time, I encountered the Tribulation Cultivator and it was the first time I had brushed with death. I do not want anyone in the Yan family to encounter such a thing. If the Yan family has Brother Zhu’s secret technique, future generations will have a better chance of survival when they encounter danger.”

“I understand Miss Yan’s feelings, but it’s a pity…” Zhu Ju shook his head and said regretfully:
"This secret technique is called 'Four-Phase Star Forbidden Technique,' and only those with a special physique can cultivate it; it is useless to others."

"Special physique?" Yan Nanshuang was taken aback, then gave a wry smile:

"I see!"

"No wonder Brother Zhu was able to advance to the Dao Foundation stage at such a young age without the support of sect resources. It turns out he possesses some kind of Dao Body."

"..." Zhu Ju was speechless.

That's a valid point.

However, this Dao body is not complete; he only acquired certain traits because of a certain woman.

"Miss Yan."

Zhu Ju asked curiously:

How did you escape?

Of the group, Yan Nanshuang was the slowest to react and was surrounded by a group of cultivators, while the others scattered and fled.

In theory.

Yan Nanshuang is the least likely to escape.

"I once obtained a Void Escape Talisman by chance, and it was with its help that I escaped," Yan Nanshuang sighed softly.

"If only the talisman were with my second grandfather, a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator would be more important than me."

"You can't say that; it's the will of Heaven," Zhu Ju said.

"Moreover, Miss Yan is still young and has an amazing talent for formations. Given time, her achievements will be limitless."

Watch now.

Yan Nanshuang is certainly not as important to the Yan family as Yan Huazang, but that may not be the case in another hundred years.

"Hmph!" Yan Nanshuang narrowed her eyes:

"If I achieve mastery of my cultivation, I will surely avenge my second grandfather!"

"correct."

She changed the subject and said:

"I have come here today to ask Brother Zhu for help with another matter."

"Oh!" Zhu Ju asked:
"What's the matter?"

"Is the Jiupinju restaurant in the market run by Brother Zhu?" Yan Nanshuang took something out of her person and placed it on the table:
"This item is called Hollow Bone. It is the skull of a strange beast and is an essential ingredient for refining a certain material."

"I hope Brother Zhu can hang it in the dark market under the name of Jiupinju. Someone will offer a high price to buy it. No matter how much that person offers, Brother Zhu must sell it to him. As revenge, the price offered by that person will belong to Brother Zhu."

Ok?
Strange request.

"Since that person needs this item, why doesn't Miss Yan give it to him herself?" Zhu Ju's eyes flickered.
"inconvenient?"

"It is somewhat inconvenient," Yan Nanshuang said, her expression unchanged.

“My relationship with that person is extraordinary. Even if I give it to him, he won’t want it. I’ll have to trouble you with this matter, Brother Zhu.”

He then stood up to take his leave, leaving no room for refusal.

Watching Yan Nanshuang's figure recede into the distance until it disappeared from sight, Zhu Jufang withdrew his gaze and fell into deep thought.

'It seems this woman has matured a lot after experiencing this ordeal; her mind has become more somber, and she's more wary of me now.'

'Empty bones?'

'This is good stuff!'

…………

The world of magic is teeming with demons and monsters, and with such a vast treasure trove, it certainly can't be left as a mere decoration.

Jiupinju.

Besides dealing in the magical artifacts crafted by Zhu Ju, he also sold the flesh and bones of all sorts of demonic beasts, and even gained considerable fame in the market.

Dark workshop.

In contrast to the open markets and neighborhoods.

Many shady items are sold here, changing hands several times before reaching the market. "Empty bones?"

A man wearing a ferocious mask stopped at the location of the Ninth Rank Residence, his gaze lingering on the crystalline white bones, and asked:

"How to sell it?"

"Two hundred mid-grade spirit stones, or something of equivalent value, in exchange." Zhu Ju said expressionlessly.
"Fellow Daoist, do you want to buy it?"

"..." The other party's tone was resentful:
"Although hollow bones are rare, if they have no special use, they are not even as good as second-tier demon bones."

"You're asking for way too much, aren't you?"

"Heh..." Zhu Ju chuckled.
"As you said, this item has special uses. In that case, how can it be compared to ordinary things?"

"Nine-Rank Residence's rule is no bargaining."

"Buy it if you want, otherwise please make way for the buyers behind you."

"You..." The other party's voice faltered, seemingly having never encountered such an unconventional seller before. After a pause, they took something out of their person:
"Take a look, can this thing replace an empty bone?"

"This is..." Zhu Ju took it, his expression changing slightly:

"A damaged array plate?"

"Not bad." The other person nodded.
"The 'Fire and Profound Light Array' array plate, a first-grade superior quality, is only slightly damaged. It is not difficult to find an array master to repair it. Although it is just a relatively ordinary five-element array, it can already serve as a foundation for inheritance in cultivation families without a Dao foundation."

"Good stuff!" Zhu Juyin exclaimed with admiration.
"You can change it."

"Fellow Daoist, are you a formation master? I have a few transactions here that require the involvement of a formation master. I wonder if you would be interested?"

"No interest!" The man abruptly waved his sleeve, put away the empty bone, and strode away.

“Heh…” Zhu Ju chuckled softly.

He could casually produce a first-grade high-quality array plate; such ability was rare even on the entire Cloud Whale Island. Moreover, although the other party concealed their aura, they had not completely hidden it from him.

Master Tang?
However, as a guest of the Yan family, what could this person not want?
Why did Yan Nanshuang take such a long detour to deliver the item to the other party?

stop!
It has nothing to do with me.

On the contrary, the array formations they acquired were an unexpected bonus. In such a short time, they were able to inscribe two versions of the Reversed Five Elements Array, which could barely be considered a second-tier array formation.

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Different world.

Shenjing.

Since the rebellion of the feudal lords was suppressed, only three marquises remain who still possess heavy troops and immense power.

The Wang family of Jinghai Marquis, the Zhao family of Zhenyuan Marquis, and the Tuoba family of Zhengxi Marquis.

All three families have hostages in the capital.

Among them, Zhao An, the hostage of the Zhao family, was still young and had been repeatedly ambushed, which damaged his foundation. He only had a fifth-grade cultivation level.

Wang Yutang of the Wang family, a Grandmaster of the First Rank.

Tuoba Ji of the Tuoba family is currently a second-rank Grandmaster, but becoming a first-rank Grandmaster is just around the corner.

night.

Wang Yutang evaded the guards and went to the Hou Mansion Garden, where he found a secluded spot to practice his sword skills.

Marquis Jinghai fought across the seas, battling numerous water pirates and fish demons. His Wave-Treading Dragon-Slaying Saber was considered unparalleled in the world.

When Wang Yutang wielded this sword technique, it was not as powerful as his father's, whose sword strikes were said to be terrifying, but it was still extraordinary.

The sword flashed, impervious to water, and the figure was hidden within the sword light, occasionally unleashing a sword aura more than ten meters long.

Hard granite turns into dust simply by being brushed by the wind.

"Snapped!"

"Snapped!"

Just as he was engrossed in his martial arts demonstration, a crisp applause rang out.

Wang Yutang remained expressionless, merging with his blade as he slashed in the direction from which the applause came, the blade's cry like a dragon's roar.

"when……"

A crystal-clear, jade-like hand appeared out of thin air, blocking the long sword and silently suppressing its incoming force.

"senior."

Wang Yutang, instead of being surprised, was delighted and sheathed his sword, laughing:

"you are back."

"Ah."

Zhu Ju, clad in a black robe and disguised as a mysterious figure, slowly nodded:
"It's been a while since I last saw you. Your swordsmanship has improved quite a bit, but your sword intent seems to be lacking. What's on your mind?"

Several years ago, he appeared before the other party in a manner that resembled a divine being, and instructed him on swordsmanship.

In the eyes of this prince, Zhu Ju was a senior with an eccentric temperament who was rarely seen and instructed in swordsmanship because of his past relationship with the Wang family.

of course.

In fact, Zhu Ju had his eye on more than one person. He had contacted several young people in Shenjing who were expected to advance to the Martial Saint realm, taking the opportunity to collect the secret methods to open the Divine Treasury.

"Yes." Wang Yutang nodded, his expression complex.
"Your judgment is impeccable. His Majesty recently intends to find a husband for the Seventh Princess, Qi Wanyan, and I would like to give it a try."

"Qi Wanyan?" Zhu Ju chuckled softly.
"A beauty like jade is naturally admired by young men. However, I have heard that this Seventh Princess has many male lovers in her household and is as licentious as her father. Don't you care?"

"These are all rumors and misinformation spread by ignorant people." Wang Yutang's face was grim.

"I have personally witnessed the Seventh Princess's self-respect and self-esteem. The presence of male guests in her residence is due to her unconventional and chivalrous nature. Senior, you should not be prejudiced because of rumors."

"There's no smoke without fire. Maybe it's true, or maybe someone's deliberately trying to smear her, but so what?" Zhu Ju smiled and continued to ask:
"However, given how much the Emperor adores the Seventh Princess, how could he bear to let her leave the capital and return to your fiefdom in Beihai with you?"

"I'm willing to give it up," Wang Yutang said.
"His Majesty himself said this time that he wants the Seventh Princess to marry into a noble family, so that she can be a good wife and mother in the future."

“Hey…” Zhu Ju shook his head:
"Her husband has always been barred from politics, so the emperor would not marry a princess to the son of a marquis, and the marquis would not allow his heir to marry a princess. But this time is an exception. Do you know why?"

"Hmm?" Wang Yutang frowned.

"what reason?"

"You'd better not know. All you need to know is that the Seventh Princess will never leave the capital," Zhu Ju said.

"Unless you are willing to give up your status as the crown prince, you will never be able to marry her."

"So what if I don't want it?" Wang Yutang raised an eyebrow.
“I will write to my father right away. He can give the position of Marquis to my brother. I only want the Seventh Princess.”

"Tsk tsk..." Zhu Ju clicked his tongue lightly.
"What a fine example of 'choosing beauty over power,' although in my opinion, the Seventh Princess Qi Wanyan is not a suitable match."

"but……"

"Good luck."

"What's the situation in the capital lately?"

"What's going on?" Wang Yutang frowned, thought for a moment, and said:
"Because the drought has not subsided for several years, the number of refugees is increasing, and the rebellion has spread to several states. Even the capital region has been greatly affected. It is said that the Crown Prince recently requested permission to lead troops to suppress the rebellion."

(End of this chapter)