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Four days passed in the blink of an eye, and it was time to return to Biyue Town.

At the entrance of Zhang's shop.

Everyone had already packed their things, and all the necessary items had been purchased long ago.

They don't even need to go elsewhere to buy them; they can redeem them in their own shops using their contribution points.

Zhang Lingyu had already purchased the necessary medicinal pills for Zhang Xinghao and Zhang Ling'an well in advance.

He spent 300 contribution points to purchase five bottles of Yellow Sprout Pills for his subsequent cultivation. As for breaking through to the fifth level of Qi Refining, he still chose to use Jade Green Pills to assist him.

Who can blame them when it's cheap and practical?

Compared to the tension they felt on the way there, everyone could finally breathe a sigh of relief, since they wouldn't have to guard the spirit rice on the way back, making their journey at least twice as fast.

With everyone now carrying good stuff, there's no fear of anyone daring to ambush them along the way.

Zhang Lingyu was the happiest of them all.

A day earlier, Zhang Xingfu had handed him the newly refined magic sword.

There is a high-grade Qi Refining magic weapon at the fourth level of Qi Refining, which is quite rare in the Zhang family nowadays.

Zhang Yuanyi, who was in the lead, nodded in satisfaction at everyone. He didn't immediately announce their departure, but instead, together with Zhang Yuanming, pulled Zhang Xingfu into the shop and quietly inquired:

"Fifteen, how's the investigation into the Ming family going?"

The two were referring to the Ming family's ambush of them in the chaotic rocky forest.

Although the battle a few days ago could be described as a great victory, one of Mingyi Stars still managed to escape.

The Ming family might be furious and send men to ambush them on the way. If the men are at the ninth level of Qi Refining or the peak of Qi Refining, they might have to spend several more days taking a detour back.

"Uncle Seven, Uncle Ten, rest assured, I have already inquired and found out that although the Ming family is furious, they haven't taken any major actions."

Zhang Xingfu dared not delay and quickly recounted all the information he had gathered over the past few days:

"According to my information, although Ming Shengde, the head of the Ming family, was furious after Ming Yixing returned, both families' manpower was tied up at the mine and they couldn't spare any more."

"Ming Yichen and his companion also came from the mine this time, which shows how short-handed they are. If it weren't for the Yun family, how could they have held on until now?"

"That's good!"

Upon hearing this, the two elderly people breathed a sigh of relief and smiled:

"In that case, we can set off quickly, and we can also put our newly purchased magical artifacts to use."

Before leaving, Zhang Yuanyi didn't forget to give the following instructions:

"Fifteen, during this critical period, we will need you to put in a lot of effort in intelligence gathering."

"Rest assured, elders, Xingfu understands."

Zhang Xingfu's expression turned solemn. He bowed to the two men before escorting them to the shop.

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Nearly an hour later, Zhang's grand procession finally left the market. Zhang Lingyu was still somewhat unaccustomed to the sudden shift from a bustling atmosphere to a desolate and somber one.

He continued forward, but noticed that the two elderly people were not in a hurry to move on.

Zhang Yuanyi pulled out an unknown magical artifact from his sleeve, and his hands moved in a series of hand seals. As magical power was continuously poured into the artifact, it transformed into a huge flying boat in a short while.

The boat was about thirty feet long and its entire body was as black as ink, but under the blazing sun, it shimmered with a dark purple light, like a lurking giant python.

The bow of the ship was cast in the shape of a roaring dragon's head, with two crimson crystals embedded in its eyes, which flickered in and out of the clouds, looking down on everyone like a living creature, leaving them dumbfounded.

"This is a flying artifact!"

"Wow, it's huge! It could probably hold two hundred people!"

Everyone was astonished when they saw the flying boat. They knew the family had come to buy items, but they never expected that they would buy a flying boat.

There are many types of flying magical artifacts. Most of them can carry cultivators by using wind manipulation techniques, but the one in front of us is undoubtedly a weapon of war!

Seeing the delighted expressions on everyone's faces, Zhang Yuanyi smiled and said:

"This boat is a Foundation Establishment magic artifact. Its name still needs to be discussed and decided by the clan. You kids are lucky. This is the first time I've ever made one."

"A foundation-building artifact?"

Looking at the enormous flying ship before him, Zhang Lingyu was still unable to calm down. He knew that a Foundation Establishment magic artifact could easily cost tens of thousands of spirit stones, a value comparable to a Foundation Establishment pill.

Moreover, it's a flying magical artifact?

The Zhang family has only ever had five Foundation Establishment artifacts since its founding.

Seeing everyone still standing there dumbfounded, the old man immediately urged:

"Don't just stand there, hurry up and bring those mortals up here. We're in a hurry to get back. You'll have plenty to see later."

"Yes."

Zhang Lingyu and the others quickly brought everyone onto the flying boat. Once everyone was on board, Zhang Yuanyi slowly activated the flying artifact.

As the airship slowly flew towards Bishui Town, beads of sweat the size of soybeans appeared on the old man's forehead.

The reason is simple: the mana consumption is just too great.

The old man took out a pill and put it in his mouth, then called out to Zhang Yuanming:

"Seventh Brother, you take charge for a while."

"It's hard to control, isn't it?"

"What do you think? This thing is a Foundation Establishment artifact, originally meant for the eldest and second eldest brothers and the clan leader. I'm just a Qi Refiner."

After Zhang Yuanming took control, Zhang Yuanyi's complexion improved considerably. Looking at the flying boat he had acquired for tens of thousands of spirit stones, he said with heartache:

"It's all money; it would take years of selling spirit rice to earn that back."

Even so, he was still quite satisfied. With this, dealing with the Ming and Yun families would be much easier.

This item would be even more useful if we were to attack the enemy's mountain gate someday.

Seeing that the other person ignored him, the old man turned and walked towards the cabin. When he saw Zhang Lingyu, he couldn't help but step forward and ask:

"Little Nineteen, what are you looking at so intently?"

"Lingyu greets Tenth Grandfather."

Zhang Lingyu was so engrossed in watching that she didn't notice Zhang Yuanyi had already approached. She bowed and said:

"This junior is looking at the mountains and rivers beneath my feet."

Zhang Yuanyi followed his gaze downwards and exclaimed in admiration:

"It is indeed excellent. This is the first time I have ever seen something like it. I wonder if I will have time to appreciate it properly in the future."

"Grandpa, what are you saying? You have a long life ahead of you."

Qi Refining cultivators live for 120 years, Foundation Establishment cultivators for 200 years, Golden Core cultivators for 500 years, and Nascent Soul cultivators for a staggering 1,000 years.

Zhang Yuanyi is only in his seventies this year, and he still has a long way to go.

"That's true, but your road ahead is longer and more difficult..."

The old man suddenly sighed, then looked at the boy in front of him and asked:

"Little Nineteen, you're practicing the 'Yi Wood Spring Technique,' right?"

"Exactly."

After listening, Zhang Yuanyi pondered for a moment and said:

"Lingyu, I see that your combat skills are quite good, but practicing the 'Yimu Spring Technique' is really not good. If you have the opportunity, you should still practice the 'Ziyang Secret Manual'."

As the clan's secret cultivation method and a direct path to the Golden Core, the "Purple Sun Secret Manual" is naturally something every cultivator in the clan wants to practice.

"Unfortunately, my current contributions are not enough to redeem it."

Zhang Lingyu gave a wry smile. To say that he didn't want to practice would be a lie.

The old man understood the difficulties these younger generations faced and comforted them:

"The Yun and Ming families have been making a lot of moves lately, which will be your chance to shine. Little Nineteen, you need to seize the opportunity, kill a few more people, and you'll be able to exchange for it soon."

"I have high hopes for you, so you can't back down easily."

"I understand, thank you for your concern, Tenth Grandfather."

Zhang Lingyu chatted with the old man for a while longer, and the old man, keeping track of the time, soon rushed off to relieve Zhang Yuanming.

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