Building a long-lasting family lineage starting with genealogy

Chapter 464 The Life of a Rogue Cultivator, A Golden Core Ambition (8k, Requesting Monthly Tickets!)

"Right now, only you, Fellow Daoist Hu, know this. As long as you don't tell, that's fine."

"That's natural!"

The bearded man laughed heartily, "We've known each other for many years."

However, your weapon crafting skills have improved remarkably quickly.

Could it be that he was already close to becoming a second-tier weapon refiner before coming here?

Xu Jingwen nodded and said, "Otherwise, how can I help you repair the top-tier magic artifact?"

"Hehe, Mr. Hu still came out on top."

The bearded man said, "Fellow Daoist Jing, you just said you wouldn't raise my fees this time, right?"

"I will now hand over the ritual implements to you."

As soon as he finished speaking, he patted the storage bag at his waist, and a miniature dark gold hammer appeared in his palm.

Upon closer inspection, several faint cracks can be seen on the surface of the small hammer.

Xu Wenjing took it and examined it for a while. "The battle was quite intense. Even top-tier magic weapons have cracked from the collision."

"The monster we encountered this time was quite troublesome, and its defense was not bad."

The gains were decent; combined with previous accumulations, they were enough to purchase a top-tier defensive magic weapon and a Qi Refining Pill.

With this, I'm sure I'll be able to break through to the late stage of Foundation Establishment this time.

"When the time comes, Brother Jing, I, Hu, will have your back."

"Fellow Daoist Hu trusts me so much, aren't you afraid that I'll conspire with others to rob you?"

"Mr. Hu believes in his judgment of people." He patted his chest.

“Brother Jing, you’re not that kind of person.”

"Besides, you've already become a second-tier weapon refiner, why would you care about my little bit of wealth?"

Among alchemy, weaponry, array formations, and talismans, alchemy and weaponry are undoubtedly the most sought-after.

"If I weren't lacking in talent, I would have studied the art of crafting artifacts as diligently as you have long ago."

Xu Jingwen smiled slightly.

He befriended Hu San precisely because he liked Hu San's personality.

"The repair will still cost 100 spirit stones. You can come back to collect it in five or six days."

"Thank you very much then," Hu San said with a fist and palm salute. "By the way, what's the price for having you craft a top-tier defensive magic weapon?"

"If you bring more than five sets of materials, I will charge you a service fee of five hundred spirit stones."

If it's three portions, it's eight hundred spirit stones.

If you only have one batch, the failure rate is as high as 70% or 80%, so I don't recommend you try making it with me.

What if there are no materials?

"You want to buy a finished defensive artifact? That would be expensive," Xu Wenjing said thoughtfully.

"Even a regular top-tier attack magic weapon costs more than 1,600 spirit stones."

Xu Wenjing looked at Hu San, "Didn't Fellow Daoist Hu say he wanted to buy another Qi Refining Pill?"

"Do you have enough spirit stones?"

Do you have any finished top-tier defensive magic artifacts?

"There is one, though."

"May I take a look?"

Xu Wenjing nodded and took it out; it was a black hexagonal shield.

"Not bad. Fellow Daoist Jing, how much are you planning to sell it for?"

"For your sake, fellow Daoist, if you can come up with 1,600 spirit stones, then take it."

"If that's true, then wait for my good news, after I've dealt with all the materials I have."

I will definitely come again.

Hu San left in high spirits.

Sixteen hundred spirit stones wouldn't even buy a top-tier attack magic weapon in the weapon shop of Qingniufang.

After all, the price of such magical artifacts is usually inflated.

He had been to the artifact pavilion and found that defensive magical artifacts cost at least two thousand.

A good one can fetch 2,400.

Seeing Hu San leave, Xu Jingwen smiled and returned to the back hall to continue his research on weapon crafting.

"Although I also have some talent for weapon crafting, compared to my great-aunt, I am far inferior."

"If it weren't for the related weapon-refining notes and insights given to me, I probably wouldn't have been able to break through to the second-tier weapon refiner so quickly."

Xu Wenjing had previously studied weapon crafting under Xu Deling, but Xu Deling later went to Tiannan.

He gradually gave up and only reached the level of refining high-quality magical artifacts.

Now I've picked it up again.

Xu Wenjing was very low-key; he only had five or six thousand spirit stones on him when he came out.

Therefore, some materials for crafting weapons need to be purchased by oneself or obtained by hunting monsters.

The first year here.

He was busy earning spirit stones, and that's when he opened the Jing Family Refining Shop.

"If I can comprehend the weapon patterns and refine a weapon with those patterns, my evaluation for this trial should be quite high."

Among the Xu family's weapon refiners, no more than ten are capable of refining magical artifacts with intricate patterns.

Most of them were recruited.

The Xu family itself basically relies on Xu Deling to maintain appearances.

However, she alone was enough to keep most of the weapon refiners in the Northwest region in check.

There are definitely top-grade magic weapon refiners in the Northwest region.

However, the number will never exceed ten, and may even be only half.

Such weapon refiners can be considered fourth-tier weapon refiners, and even top Nascent Soul sects have to treat them well.

As for whether there are any craftsmen capable of refining top-tier magic weapons, that's hard to say.

Six or seven days later.

Hu San came to retrieve his magical artifact and paid the repair fee.

"I'm sorry, Fellow Daoist Jing, not all the materials have been sold yet. Please wait a little longer."

"No rush, I'll keep this 'Obsidian Shield' for you."

Even if you have spirit stones, you should buy "Void-Breaking Pills" first, as breaking through to a higher realm is more important.

After all, cultivation level is the foundation of us cultivators.

"Thank you very much, Fellow Daoist Jing."

Hu San was deeply moved.

As a rogue cultivator who has experienced the hardships and coldness of the world, it is indeed rare to encounter someone like Xu Jingwen.

"By the way, I see you're all alone, have you ever thought about settling down in Qingniufang?"
I have a good friend who is also in the Foundation Establishment stage.

Why don't you two become Daoist partners?

Upon hearing this, Xu Wenjing felt ashamed and quickly waved his hand, saying, "No, no, Fellow Daoist Hu, you don't need to worry about this for me."

Jing knew exactly what was going on.

"It seems you are a person devoted to the Dao," Hu San said with admiration. "I admire you."

However, having descendants and gradually developing and expanding the family is actually quite interesting.

The continuation of bloodlines from generation to generation—isn't that another form of immortality?

"What Fellow Daoist Hu said makes sense, but we must not mention the matter of Daoist partners again."

"Alright, I'll do as you say. I'll take my leave now."

After saying this, Hu San clasped his hands in a fist salute and left.

Xu Wenjing immediately let out a long sigh of relief.

See you in two weeks.

Hu San has successfully broken through to the late stage of Foundation Establishment, and his strength has increased significantly.

It took another two months to gather enough spirit stones for the "Obsidian Shield" to buy it from Xu Wenjing.

Qingniufang has no Golden Elixir to oversee it.

The strongest among them was a Foundation Establishment Perfection cultivator from the Han family.

However, there is a patrol guard in the market, consisting of seventy-two men.

Even the weakest among them is at the peak of Qi Refining.

There are more than twenty people who have reached the Foundation Establishment stage or above.

With this patrol team, the security in Qingniufang is quite good.

Therefore, Hu San, who was in the late stage of Foundation Establishment, was already considered a first-class expert in Qingniu Fang.

Although the Jing family's weapon-refining shop keeps a low profile, it still needs to open its doors to do business, otherwise it will have nowhere to obtain the spirit stones for materials.

The monthly salary of a weapon-refining apprentice also requires spirit stones.

Over time, word spread throughout Qingniufang that its prices were fair and its craftsmanship was superb.

One morning.

"Shopkeeper, is that sign still up today?" A-Gui, one of the weapon-refining apprentices, asked, looking up.

Xu Wen nodded at the scenic spot.

Xu Wenjing studied weapon crafting and comprehended weapon patterns every day.

Therefore, I can only accept a maximum of three orders per day.

If you accumulate too much, you can simply stop offering to refine and repair magical artifacts.

Agui pulled a wooden plaque from under the counter.

The sign above reads, "Currently, we are busy with weapon crafting and are not accepting weapon crafting and repair services."

Then hang it on a nail outside the door.

It is evident that after Xu Wenjing's weapon-refining skills improved, many people came to him for help.

It was just past Chen Shi (7-9 AM).

It was unusually quiet in the shop.

Three people arrived at the entrance of Jing's weapon-refining shop.

"Is this the Jing Family Weapon Forging Shop?"

The leader was a middle-aged man with a fair complexion, a short beard, and wearing a dark blue robe. A jade pendant of excellent quality hung at his waist.

Two men stood behind him, both dressed as guards, exuding an extremely powerful aura.

"Indeed, what brings you here, seniors?"
If you want Master Jing to forge weapons, he's currently unavailable to take on any new orders.

The middle-aged man glanced at him and said, "I have something to discuss with Boss Jing. I'd like to talk to him about a business deal."

Go and invite him out.

"This"

The three seemed to have ill intentions, and A-Gui appeared somewhat hesitant.

Suddenly a voice came from inside the house.

“We have guests at the door. Ah Gui, Ah Yan, please invite them in.”

"Please come in, everyone."

The three entered the shop, and Xu Wenjing had already come out from the back room.

After pouring the spiritual tea, A-Gui cupped his hands in greeting and withdrew.

Xu Wenjing smiled and looked at him, "What business do you have with me, fellow Daoist?"

"I've heard that Fellow Daoist Jing has excellent skills in weapon crafting, so I've come to take a look."

The middle-aged man looked around at the dazzling array of magical artifacts on the shelves, ranging from low-grade to high-grade.

There are also a few scattered exquisite Buddhist artifacts.

"Fellow Daoist, you've only heard rumors. Those who come here are simply attracted by the low prices of my magical artifacts."

"By the way, I still don't know how to address you, friend?"

"Han Yong is hereby appointed as the manager of the Qingniu Workshop's Equipment Pavilion."

The middle-aged man kept his eyes on Xu Wenjing as he said this.

Xu Wenjing's heart sank slightly.

The Han family?
It hasn't been long, and the Han family has already come knocking on our door?
As the controller of Qingniu Market, the Han family is involved in alchemy, weaponry, array formations, and talismans.

Once discovered, they would be recruited into the Han family and made to work for them.

In this way, the Han family's business can continue to thrive.

"So it's Steward Han." Xu Wenjing said with a smile, "I've long admired your name."

But I don't know why you've come today.

"Fellow Daoist Jing, let's speak frankly."

Your shop has been stealing a lot of business from my equipment store lately.

But my Han family runs a legitimate business and we don't resort to robbery.

With your skill in weapon crafting, it's a bit of a waste for you to be stuck in a small shop.

Why not join my Han family?

My Han family can provide a large quantity of refining materials, allowing you to study and improve your refining skills.

It can also provide resources for spiritual practice.

With the help of my Han family, it shouldn't be a problem for Fellow Daoist Jing to advance to the peak of Foundation Establishment in the future.

"Well, this treatment seems pretty good, doesn't it?"

Han Yong looked at Xu Wenjing with a confident look in his eyes; he didn't believe the other party wouldn't be tempted.

After all, for cultivators, cultivation is all about accumulating resources.

Resources that are rarely seen by ordinary independent cultivators, pills obtained by risking one's life in the wild.

However, powerful and influential families could easily produce them.

Furthermore, in his view, Xu Wenjing was only at the early stage of Foundation Establishment at such a young age.

Their qualifications are just average.

Without resources, it is estimated that one will be stuck in the mid-to-late stages of Foundation Building in the future.

Xu Wenjing was silent for a moment, then looked up and said gently, "Manager Han is too kind."

I'm just used to being alone.

The shop is small, but it's quite comfortable.

I'm afraid I'll have to let the manager down.

Han Yong's smile faded slightly.

"Manager Xu, I meant well."

His voice slowed down, "Qingniu Fang is neither too big nor too small."

If you run a business here, you'll always need someone to look after you.

If business is too bad, you might not be able to keep your shop open.

Where will the resources for spiritual practice come from then?
Where do the materials needed for weapon forging come from?

Xu Wenjing frowned slightly.

That's a polite way of putting it, but the meaning couldn't be clearer.

If you don't pledge allegiance to the Han family, you can forget about having a smooth life in Qingniufang.

"I understand what Steward Han means."

Xu Wenjing carefully considered his words, "It's just that I've only been in Qingniufang for a short time, and many things haven't settled down yet."

Whether to settle in Qingniufang is still under consideration.

You recruited Jing, which is to give him a position below.

Mr. Jing was very grateful.

But could I have a few more days to consider this matter?

Han Yong narrowed his eyes, looking at Xu Wenjing, his gaze lingering on his face for a moment.

"Qingniufang is safe, with few disputes, and the Han family of Qingniu is nearby."

Why doesn't Fellow Daoist Jing consider staying here?

"That's for my personal reasons."

This person appears respectful and humble, but gives off a feeling of great confidence.

Could it be that he, a mere early Foundation Establishment cultivator, has some powerful trump card up his sleeve?
Or perhaps a powerful background?
景家
There doesn't seem to be a Golden Core family with the surname Jing in the entire Azure Dragon Prefecture, so they shouldn't be from a Golden Core faction.

Disciples of sects would not be so idle as to stay here for three or four years.

Could it be that he has relatives who have connections with the Golden Core faction?

Han Yong imagined all sorts of things.

Among the Golden Core forces in Canglong Prefecture, the Qingniu Han family ranked last.

He is unlikely to clash with other Golden Core factions because of a weapon refiner.

If that were the case, the head of the family would probably skin him alive and send him to apologize.

"Since it's a private matter, then I, Han, will not press further."

Han Yong's tone suddenly softened.

Xu Wenjing was surprised and puzzled. What had happened so suddenly? His attitude had changed drastically.

Did you just make something up in your head?
"Alright, I'll give Fellow Daoist Jing seven days. You can think it over carefully within those seven days."

If you are interested in the conditions proposed by my Han family.

You can also visit the equipment store.

I can introduce you to some of the weapon-refining masters in my weapon-refining pavilion.

"If you can communicate with them, it will definitely help improve your skills in crafting artifacts."

What Han Yong considered extremely tempting conditions for a weapon refiner, he saw as nothing at all.

The weapon-refining tips that Xu Deling left him were all highly sought after by first and second-tier weapon refiners.

It also includes introductions to various artifact patterns, how to quickly comprehend them, their functions, and suitable magical artifacts for crafting, etc.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Han."

"Then I, Han, will wait for Fellow Daoist Jing's arrival at the Weapon Pavilion."

Goodbye.

After clasping his hands in a fist salute, he left with two guards.

After walking 100 meters.

One of the guards asked, "Manager Han, why did you suddenly change your attitude just now?"

That Jingwen was only at the early stage of Foundation Establishment.

Either of my brothers could easily handle it.

Even if it's difficult to act openly, using underhanded methods wouldn't hurt.

"This person gives me a different feeling. He looks like a rogue cultivator, but he doesn't have that sense of humility in his bones."

On the contrary,

"I can't quite put my finger on it, but it's best to be cautious."

I've heard that his skill in weapon crafting is improving at a fast pace, but he has only recently become a second-tier weapon crafter.

If one becomes a weapon pattern refiner…

"Manager Han is truly wise. When that kid comes to the Weapon Pavilion one day, he will see the depth and strength of our Han family."

I'm afraid I'll be tempted.

"The cultivation world is truly full of deceit and treachery. Is this the environment in which our ancestors rose to prominence so quickly?"
It also established such a powerful force in Yunxi City.

Compared to my elders, I'm like a flower grown in a greenhouse.

Xu Wenjing watched Han Yong and the others' retreating figures, thinking to himself.

"As expected, the family was right to send its members out to gain more experience."

Whether it's the annual trial missions or the ten-year journey of a wandering cultivator.

Although it won't significantly increase one's strength or level.

However, it is extremely beneficial for tempering one's character.

Compared to some independent cultivators, the scions of large families tend to be much more immature in their character.

If one resorts to overwhelming force, it will inevitably provoke a backlash.

"Ordinary independent cultivators struggle to survive, and it would be even more difficult to control a behemoth like the Xu family. There are many aspects to consider."

My grandfather was the current head of the family, and my father was the designated heir to the family headship.

But I”

Xu Wenjing sighed softly to himself, "I'm afraid my position as the head of the Xu family will end with my father."

It'll probably fall to the other branches next.

After a while.

Xu Wenjing stopped thinking about it.

After all, it would be at least a hundred years before Xu Chonghui took office and stepped down.

More than a hundred years.

Heaven knows how far the Xu family will go.

He began to think about the Han family's affairs.

"If they stay and refuse the recruitment of the Weapon Pavilion, I wonder what tricks the Han family will use."

In order to maintain the stability of Qingniufang City.

Even members of the Han family wouldn't break the rules at will.

Otherwise, the rogue cultivators would have run away long ago.

"As long as I don't leave the market without permission, the Han family can't do anything to me."

But if they make threats, some demon hunters probably won't sell me the materials.

Even other shops might do the same.

Even without a source of materials, Xu Wenjing could still hunt monsters.

If one were a true independent cultivator, one would certainly make this choice.

But for Xu Wenjing, it was too time-consuming.

He wanted to elevate his weapon-refining skills to the level of a weapon-patterning weapon refiner.

And then they left.

Choosing a suitable market town is one issue, and then you also have to rebuild the shops.

And to reconnect with those around you.

These are all troublesome matters.

"Forget it, let's take it one step at a time. The family didn't require us not to reveal our strength."

In this place, I am invincible below the Golden Core stage.

"If there's real danger, it's not too late to run away!"

Han Yong waited in the Qige Pavilion for seven days, but Xu Wenjing did not arrive, so he knew his choice.

"Manager Han, that kid really doesn't give us any face. Should we take him?"

"Let's observe him for another month, and then gradually apply pressure, starting with the people around him."

A month has passed in the blink of an eye.

The Weapon Pavilion began to take action, starting with two apprentices from the weapon-refining shop suddenly resigning.

Even if Xu Wenjing was stupid, he would understand that they were the ones who made the move.

However, he was not afraid.

There's not much to do at the weapon-refining shop.

However, soon after, some customers who had been requesting weapon crafting services cancelled their orders.

In just half a month.

No one came to the Jing family's weapon-refining shop.

Except for one person.

"Is Fellow Daoist Jing here?"

Xu Wenjing went outside and saw, "Fellow Daoist Hu, what brings you here?"

"I rushed here as soon as I heard about the incident at the Jing family's weapon-refining shop."

I apologize, but I was away hunting a certain kind of monster with some fellow Daoists recently.

We went to a rather far place.

In addition, quite a bit of time had been spent searching, and that's how it happened.

Xu Wenjing interrupted his explanation, "Fellow Daoist Hu, there's no need for that. Please come in and sit down."

"Looking at you like this, aren't you worried at all?"

Xu Wenjing smiled and said, "The Artifact Pavilion is the property of the Han family, so it's not necessary to break our own rules."

As long as I'm in the market, they won't dare to make a move.

"That's true, but if you continue like this, you'll eventually run out of money."

They're trying to force you to back down.

"I see."

Hu San looked at him and sighed, "Fellow Daoist Jing, you really have no intention of joining a Golden Core faction?"

Many independent cultivators dream of this.

As the saying goes, it's good to take shelter under a big tree.

They generally look down on ordinary rogue cultivators.

But independent cultivators like you, who possess some kind of immortal skill, are the real hot commodities in their eyes.

"Even if I were to join, the Qingniu Han family is not my choice."

"Oh?" Hu San asked in surprise, "Fellow Daoist Jing has a target?"

"Since you want to become a weapon-refining guest of a certain faction, you should naturally choose the biggest one."

Upon hearing this, Hu San gasped, "Fellow Daoist Jing, you're not referring to the Xu family of Yunxi, are you?!"

He then sighed softly, "But it's no wonder, almost all the rogue cultivators in Canglong Prefecture want to join the Xu family."

But that's nothing short of wishful thinking.

Joining the Xu family, even as a guard, is better than becoming a disciple of the Azure Dragon Alliance.

However, the Xu family has strict requirements regarding qualifications, talent, temperament, perseverance, strength, and many other aspects.

Furthermore, there are numerous array tests, such as the Heart-Questioning Array, making it impossible to deceive even if one wanted to.

However, once you join, you're the kind of person who can work until you die.

They could even rely on the Xu family to develop gradually and hopefully become a prominent family.

The latter point is the main reason why most independent cultivators want to join the Xu family.

Xu Wenjing stroked his chin, understanding the mentality of these independent cultivators.

"Have you tried it? I remember the Xu family still recruits disciples every now and then."

"Me?" Hu San pointed to himself and said, "Forget it, small places are quite stable for development."

"How will you know if you don't try?"

"Weren't we talking about your business? How did it get to me?"

"Does Fellow Daoist Jing intend to leave Qingniu Market and develop his career in Yunxi City?"

After a moment's thought, he said, "Yunxi City is incredibly prosperous in alchemy, weapon crafting, array formations, and talismans, and it also has the weapon crafting sect, Tianling Sect."

Going there is definitely the best choice for you.

However, you should be prepared for the possibility of failure.

"I understand, so I plan to train for a while longer before going to Yunxi City."

Fellow Daoist Hu, you and your other fellow Daoists can also give it a try.

Maybe I can join the Xu family.

Even if it doesn't work out, there are better places to develop there, and the resources for cultivating immortality are excellent.

"I'll discuss it with my fellow Daoists when I get back."

After hearing Xu Wenjing's words, his mind started to stir, and he became somewhat tempted.

Then he smiled wryly and said, "I have never seen a person like you before."

Instead of thinking of himself, he considers my needs.

He's practically a saint.

"Fellow Daoist Hu is joking. It's only because we get along well that I'm willing to talk to you so much."

With other people, a few polite words would suffice.

"Haha, that's true." Hu San stood up, clasped his hands in greeting, and said, "Since Fellow Daoist Jing has already made arrangements for himself..."

Then Mr. Hu stopped giving random advice.

I'll head back now.

"Fellow Daoist Hu, please take care."

Another half month passed.

Xu Wenjing was almost out of materials, and he was getting a little annoyed.

"Alright, I'll leave in a few days."

However, the very next morning...

A crimson light streaked across the sky, flying directly above the center of Qingniu Market.

This person wore a gray robe, had long, flowing hair, and his body was surrounded by surging spiritual energy.

The oppressive aura of the Golden Core cultivator spread out without any concealment, enveloping the entire Qingniu Market.

Then, countless streams of spiritual energy condensed into a giant spiritual energy hand, several meters long, which pressed down towards the artifact pavilion.

The Weapon Pavilion has a second-tier low-grade defensive formation.

The earthy yellow light shone brightly.

But in just half a breath, the array's light barrier shattered into countless earthen-yellow fragments.

Followed by.

boom!
The artifact pavilion collapsed, and a violent explosion rang out, instantly killing the cultivators practicing Qi cultivation inside.

Those in the Foundation Establishment stage were all seriously injured.

Those who were lucky escaped the artifact pavilion, while those who were unlucky were buried in the ruins.

Countless cultivators paled in shock, exclaiming, "Golden Core cultivators are attacking!"

Then.

"The Han family—"

The man's voice descended from the sky, unhurried yet resounding for miles around.

“My He family has returned to collect our debts, and we’ll start with your Qingniu Market.”

The gray-robed Golden Elixir cultivator made his move once again.

Another palm strike landed

A row of three-story buildings nearby collapsed as if they were made of paper.

Wood chips flew everywhere, and the screams were quickly drowned out by the roar.

"Run!"

Someone shouted, and the whole street erupted in chaos.

All the cultivators fled towards the outside of Qingniu Market.

However, the gray-robed golden elixir's attacks did not stop; he began to cast spells.

Second-tier fire spells rained down everywhere.

Shortly afterward, flames were set off throughout Qingniu Market.

The guards of Qingniu Market rushed out and attacked the gray-robed golden dan from all directions.

However, this person possessed a defensive magic item, which blocked all the attacks.

The pale yellow light barrier formed by the magic weapon trembled, and the distance was broken. It would probably take several more such joint attacks.

But the gray-robed golden elixir wouldn't give them that chance.

With a casual wave of his hand, dozens or even hundreds of crimson arrows shot towards the Green Ox Guards.

A series of crimson streaks of light flashed by.

Just one round trip.

Fifty percent of the Green Ox Guard members perished.

Then, a crimson-patterned flying sword appeared out of thin air in front of the gray-robed Golden Core cultivator.

Driven by this, it rushed towards those who had reached the Foundation Establishment stage at top speed.

Top-tier defensive magical artifacts are like scrap metal in front of magical treasures, and are directly shattered.

In the blink of an eye.

All the cultivators of the Azure Ox Guard were killed, including the Foundation Establishment Perfection cultivator from the Han family who was stationed in Azure Ox Market.

"Is this the Han family's enemy coming for revenge?"

Without saying a word, Xu Wenjing put all the materials and magical artifacts from the shop into his storage bag.

His was a high-level storage bag, more than enough to hold all of that.

Not long after rushing out of the shop.

Xu Wenjing then heard someone call his name.

"Fellow Daoist Jing."

Xu Wenjing turned his head and asked, "Fellow Daoist Hu, what brings you here?"

I'm worried about your safety.

"Fellow Daoist Hu is very kind. It won't be long before Qingniu Market is turned into a sea of ​​fire."

We left quickly.

"it is good."

The two traveled together, flying at low altitude.

I had just run two blocks when another roar came from behind.

Xu Wenjing glanced back.

Flames shot into the sky from that direction, and countless buildings had been razed to the ground.

There were many corpses of mortal cultivators on the street, some motionless, others groaning and struggling.

Golden Core cultivators possess boundless magical power; with a mere gesture, they can easily destroy an entire area.

"Once I swallow this golden pill, my fate is in my own hands, not in the heavens!"

"Is this what a Golden Core cultivator is like?"

Within the Xu family, it was rare to sense the oppressive aura of a Golden Core cultivator.

Because most of them conceal their aura.

It seems they've gotten used to it, even though it's always like this.

"Without restraint, let alone a small market town, even an entire town or city could be destroyed."

"Don't just stand there, hurry up and go!" Hu San urged. "This has always been the case in the cultivation world."

Only by being strong enough can one prevent others from retaliating.

As for forces and people who never make enemies.

It will never happen in the world.

"I'm just lamenting that the once prosperous Qingniu Market has been reduced to a sea of ​​fire in the blink of an eye."

"The market is alright, but if the Han family cannot defeat this person today, I'm afraid this family, which has been a Golden Core cultivator for hundreds of years, will be in trouble."

"Today we will perish."

Then, the two focused on dodging.

Suddenly, a beam of light pierced through the air.

Xu Wenjing only had time to see Hu San's expression suddenly freeze.

The next instant, a powerful force slammed into his side, sending him flying.

He tumbled in the air, landed, and got up.

He saw Hu San standing in the spot where he had just been standing.

A crimson arrow pierced Hu San's chest.

Hu San flew straight backward like a kite with a broken string, crashing into a shop that was already half collapsed.

The bricks and stones collapsed, burying half of his body.

"Hu San!"

Xu Wenjing rushed over, pried open the bricks and stones, and saw Hu San lying there with a fist-sized bloody hole in his chest, blood gushing out.

Hu San's face paled visibly, his lips moved, and his voice was as faint as a mosquito's buzz.

"Fellow Daoist Jing, let's go quickly!"

He coughed, and blood gushed from the corner of his mouth.

"I'll take you with me."

Xu Wenjing immediately took out a pill from his storage bag and fed it to Hu San.

A green light emerged, and the flesh on his chest began to writhe rapidly, healing at an astonishing pace.

The Three-Turn Rejuvenation Pill is not considered top-tier among the Xu family's healing pills.

However, among second-tier healing pills, its healing ability can be considered top-grade.

Moreover, the quality of this pill is also top-grade.

Therefore, it has this therapeutic effect.

Hu San's complexion eased slightly; although he was still pale, his injuries had stabilized.

All that's left is to rest and recuperate for a while.

"This elixir"

"Now is not the time to ask that."

Xu Wenjing had already stood up and pulled him out of the ruins. "The most urgent thing is to get out of here as soon as possible."

Hu San nodded slightly.

This place is only a few hundred feet away from the market town.

The two rushed out shortly afterward.

Take a look back.

Qingniufang was almost completely engulfed in flames.

Just then.

"stop!"

The sound was like rolling thunder.

An aura that had also reached the Golden Core stage rapidly approached from afar.

Behind him were dozens of Foundation Establishment cultivators and hundreds of late-stage Qi Refining cultivators.

The newcomer wore a long blue robe, had a stern face, and gray hair and beard.

Although both are Golden Core cultivators, his aura is weaker than that of the gray-robed Golden Core cultivator.

The gray-robed golden elixir turned his head to look.

"Han Tie, you've finally arrived, but you're a little slow."

Who are you?

"You ask me who I am? Don't you recognize me? It was your Han family that destroyed my He family back then."

I remember your face very clearly.

"Who are you? He Kui?!"

"You're still alive!"

"Heaven has eyes, it allowed me to survive and even made me a Golden Core cultivator."

After all these years, you're still only at the early stage of the Golden Core realm.

Today is the day your Han family pays the price for your blood debt!

The voice was impassioned, seemingly filled with madness, and it carried for miles around.

The next instant, two figures shot into the sky and collided violently in mid-air.

With a deafening roar, the sky seemed to be torn open, and the violent aftershocks of spiritual energy spread out, flattening another layer of the already dilapidated market below.

Without turning his head, Xu Wenjing dragged Hu San away and flew into the distance.

The roaring sound behind us continued, growing ever more distant.

(End of this chapter)