Immortality begins with upgrading buildings

Chapter 218 The Culprit Who Killed Xu Fugui and Tiechui [Seeking Monthly Tickets]

A young master in the Foundation Establishment stage, and a guard in the Golden Core stage.

He was still active in the north of the river, surrounded by a group of demonic cultivators.

With so many characteristics combined, if Ji Yuan didn't make any connections, he would have lived in vain... The enemy, the murderer who killed Xu Fugui back then.

He was also the culprit who caused the death of the Iron Hammer Island Master.

"Could it be that we really ran into each other here?"

"What a small world!"

With this thought in mind, Ji Yuan became even more determined to infiltrate the group of demonic cultivators and gather information. In any case, he had to find his enemy first.

Revenge is another matter; we must first identify this enemy.

Of course, it would be even better if we could find an opportunity to take revenge.

With a Golden Core stage guard, this is probably just wishful thinking.

"A Golden Core cultivator as a guard? That's quite a background. What, does this young master have a Nascent Soul father?" Ji Yuan said casually.

"Brilliant, truly brilliant, a senior is indeed a senior."

Huli sighed.

"Hmm? I guessed right?" Ji Yuan's heart skipped a beat.

"No, there is no father at the Nascent Soul stage."

Then what about your mom?

Just as Ji Yuan was about to speak, Hu Li added, "This young master doesn't have a father at the Nascent Soul stage, but he does have a mother at the Nascent Soul stage."

Both of them used telepathy, so Hu Li dared to say anything directly.

"A Nascent Soul stage old woman?"

Ji Yuan sneered, "I've heard of those Nascent Soul elders in Shangdong, but I've never heard of any of them being able to have children."

"What if they came from the west?"

Huli blurted it out, but as soon as he finished speaking, he realized he had let something slip.

"Oh? Shang west? That's interesting. I'll have to get to know him. Little fox, please introduce me. Just say... just say you have a friend who is in the early Foundation Establishment stage. He heard of your great name and came to seek refuge with you."

Once the other party's identity was confirmed, Ji Yuan prepared to investigate.

They're all demonic cultivators anyway.

They were all demonic cultivators from Shangdong, so they were like family.

"Early Foundation Establishment... initial stage?"

Huli subconsciously thought he might have misheard, but before he could react, he saw a black mist drifting in from all directions, finally gathering into a figure in front of him.

It was none other than that old... senior.

As soon as Ji Yuan appeared, the two Foundation Establishment cultivators who were chatting idly at the entrance immediately noticed the abnormality and rushed over.

"Who?!"

Ji Yuan ignored him and just stared at Hu Li in front of him without saying a word.

Hu Li was silent for less than 0.1 seconds before he realized what was happening and a smile appeared on his face. "This is my friend Qiu Qianhai. I sent a message to him to come and seek refuge with you, young master."

"Oh, so you're one of us."

Upon seeing the faint yin energy emanating from Ji Yuan, the two demonic cultivators suddenly smiled.

"Greetings, fellow Daoists."

Ji Yuan smiled and cupped his hands in greeting to the two of them. His words were so gentle that there was no trace of the sarcastic tone he had used when he spoke to Hu Li telepathically earlier.

But it is precisely because of this that Huli is even more afraid.

Because he discovered that Qiu Qianhai in front of him was actually in the early stage of Foundation Establishment. When they met in Shanghefang, what was Qiu Qianhai's cultivation level again?

Peak of Qi Refining.

Logically speaking, it's quite reasonable that we would meet again a few years later, when we are in the early stages of Foundation Establishment.

But the person in front of me is not in a normal state.

Previously, Hu Li had guessed that Qiu Qianhai might be at the peak of the Foundation Establishment stage, but now that he dares to show himself so openly... Hu Li thinks he might be at the Golden Core stage.

If you didn't have some confidence, would you dare to walk out like this?

If this is truly a Golden Core cultivator, then it's worth clinging to this powerful figure.

After all, the one inside... he only has his young master in his heart, and everyone else is just waste material in his eyes.

But if there is a Golden Core cultivator by your side, you will be much safer.

"Fellow Daoist, there's no need to be so polite. Since we're on the same side, things will be much easier. Leave this to us. Brother Hu, you take care of this...this..."

"Oh, my name is Qiu Qianhai."

Ji Yuan quickly gave his real name.

"Take Brother Qiu to see the young master first, and then we'll talk."

"Alright, then I'll leave it to you two."

Hu Li clasped his hands in a fist salute to the two of them, then turned to Ji Yuan and said with a smile, "Old Chou, just follow me."

"OK."

Ji Yuan's unbridled behavior only made Hu Li more fearful.

Upon arriving at the entrance, Hu Li transmitted his voice, saying, "Senior Qiu, that young master's name is Jiang Hong. You can call him Young Master Jiang."

"That Golden Core cultivator's surname was Zhong, and his title was 'Heavenly Silkworm,' the silkworm of silkworm pupa. We don't know his exact name, we only know that he was called Heavenly Silkworm Cultivator."

"it is good."

Ji Yuan nodded to indicate that he had made a note of it.

As they spoke, the two of them passed through the narrow strip of sky.

As a sound like a membrane being pierced rang in his ears, Ji Yuan felt as if he had entered another world.

Although there was no sandstorm, the sky was hazy and gray, with eerie crimson hues mixed in, creating a strong sense of oppression in the overall environment.

Ji Yuan dared not imagine what her personality would be like if she lived here forever.

"Is Young Master Jiang really cultivating here?"

Ji Yuan asked telepathically.

"This...this matter is a bit complicated. I will explain it to you in detail after I have met with you, young master."

"it is good."

Ji Yuan agreed very readily.

His uninhibited manner finally made Hu Li unable to hold back any longer. "Senior Qiu... aren't you worried that I'll tell the truth in front of that Heavenly Silkworm True Person?"

Upon hearing this, Ji Yuan stopped and turned to look at him, saying with a half-smile, "You can give it a try."

If you dare to say it, I dare to run away.

But Hu Li didn't interpret those words the same way.

Seeing Ji Yuan's reaction, he had only one thought in his mind: This Senior Qiu was not afraid of the Heavenly Silkworm Immortal.

What does this tell us?

This proves that he is definitely a Golden Core cultivator!

With that thought, Hu Li put aside all his worries. He looked at Ji Yuan in front of him and said with a forced smile, "Just kidding, just kidding. No matter how good Young Master Jiang is, he's still an outsider from Shangxi."

"But I'm different from my senior; we're from the same hometown, we're family."

Ji Yuan chuckled, said nothing, and simply infused a trace of spiritual energy into the Yin Gui Sect ring he was wearing.

In an instant, a thin veil of gray mist enveloped his entire body, and his aura suddenly changed, with a domineering aura carrying a faint sense of pressure pressing down on Hu Li.

"scare--"

Huli was so frightened that he instinctively shrank back, taking several steps back before finally standing still.

This aura... even if it were a vengeful ghost, it would probably be the king of ghosts, right?

Ji Yuan stared at him for a few breaths before putting away the Yin Ghost Ring in his hand and saying calmly, "Lead the way."

"Yes."

Hu Li then became completely obedient, summoning his flying boat, while Ji Yuan continued to pilot the skull he had borrowed from Yin Tongzi, billowing smoke as they flew, perfectly embodying the manners of a demonic cultivator.

Hu Li led the way, and after entering the ancient battlefield, they headed west.

Ji Yuan silently surveyed the surrounding scenery. The ground was all dry, cracked yellow earth, and the nearby mountains were completely bare, with only a few large rocks interspersed among them.

There was not a single living creature in sight.

It was a desolate scene.

Ji Yuan released his divine sense to investigate again, and found that even in the areas covered by his divine sense, the same was true. The only difference was that he saw many traces left by ancient battlefields.

For example, there are huge rocks that have been cleaved by knives and axes, and some ironware that has been completely corroded.

Or perhaps human bones... animal bones?

Could this be the site of a great war between humans and demons?

Ji Yuan had his doubts, but he didn't ask the question again. Moreover, he also found that even with his full divine sense, he couldn't find any trace of the Blood River.

Not only that, but they didn't even notice the slightest bit of water transport.

If that's the case, then where is the River of Blood?

There was no blood river, no Wei family members, and no living people. It seems that this ancient battlefield site is quite large.

"We're almost there. Our lodging is on that hilltop ahead."

Hu Li pointed, and Ji Yuan withdrew his divine sense and looked up in the direction Hu Li was pointing.

A tall, bald rocky mountain, surrounded by black mist, looked nothing like a proper place. Moreover, the surrounding mountains were all small mounds, but this place was a rocky mountain.

After about half an incense stick's time, Ji Yuan and his companion arrived at the foot of the mountain.

"Please wait here for a moment, senior, while I go up and inform them."

"Go."

After Ji Yuan finished speaking, he looked around. The stones were all ordinary stones, nothing special. It seemed that the demonic villain chose to settle here simply because the location was good, and not for any other reason.

After Huli finished speaking, he piloted the flying boat towards the mountaintop.

He waited only a short while before Ji Yuan saw two figures flying over from the east. He turned his head and saw... there was another familiar face.

A woman who is quite tall.

She was also one of the people who participated in the siege of Linshui City, except that she was the one who besieged Liu Yuan.

The other middle-aged man, Ji Yuan, was unfamiliar to him. He was at the late Foundation Establishment stage and had a centipede-shaped scar on his face, which looked quite eerie.

"Who are you? How did you get in?!"

The scarred man stepped forward and shouted.

Before Ji Yuan could explain, a calm voice came from the mountain.

"Let him come up."

As soon as the voice came, the arrogance on the man's face vanished, replaced by a respectful expression. He cupped his hands towards the mountaintop and said, "Yes."

Goodbye.

Ji Yuan smiled at them, then turned and flew towards the mountaintop, riding the billowing smoke-filled skull.

The remaining Feng Xiuxiu and the scarred man exchanged a glance, both of them looking puzzled... They didn't recognize him, they'd never seen him before, so he must be a newcomer seeking refuge.

After Ji Yuan arrived at the mountaintop shrouded in black mist, he discovered that there was actually a palace hidden there!

A magical artifact?

Or is it a palace for magical artifacts?

Compared to the palace of Lady Meiru that he had met in Liancheng Mountain, her palace was almost like a thatched hut.

This was the first time Ji Yuan had seen such a spectacle, and he couldn't help but feel a little impressed. It was truly the grandeur befitting a Nascent Soul cultivator.

Hu Li stood in front of the magnificent palace and gestured to Ji Yuan, inviting him into the hall.

Perhaps because a Golden Core cultivator was present, Ji Yuan did not send a telepathic message as he passed by.

Only after Ji Yuan entered the main hall did they see the situation inside.

The first thing he saw was a handsome man dressed in a black and gold embroidered dragon robe. He had phoenix eyes and a vertical blood mark between his eyebrows. He was sitting on a dragon throne with nine dragons coiled around it. His left foot was raised and was also stepping on the dragon throne. His left hand was dangling on his knee, while his right hand was twirling two spiritually radiant walnuts, giving him an arrogant and domineering appearance.

Admittedly, anyone with a mother at the Nascent Soul stage would be incredibly arrogant.

Especially in the Canglu Continent.

Ji Yuan felt that he was in a similar situation. He didn't have a mother who was at the Nascent Soul stage, so he belonged to the Water Dragon Sect. But if he had a mother who was at the Nascent Soul stage... well, that would be awkward.

The Water Dragon Sect is mine.

Behind the young man stood an old man in a blue robe, with white hair and beard, and slightly narrowed eyes.

The long robe he was wearing was embroidered with a... silkworm, which looked like a living creature and could crawl back and forth, which was quite eerie.

From the moment Ji Yuan entered, he had already scanned him countless times with his divine sense.

Ji Yuan seemed completely oblivious. He stood up straight upon arriving at the scene and then bowed slightly to the two people.

"Greetings, Young Master Jiang; greetings, Celestial Silkworm Immortal."

Jiang Hongli ignored him and turned to look at the old man standing behind him.

True Immortal Tiancan didn't mince words about telepathy; instead, he spoke directly to Ji Yuan, "No problem, he's just an early Foundation Establishment cultivator. Even if there is a problem, it's not a big deal."

He spoke casually.

Hu Li, who was standing outside the door, was deeply moved upon hearing this.

Even the Heavenly Silkworm True Man sees Qiu Qianhai as a Foundation Establishment stage cultivator. What does that mean?

This means that Qiu Qianhai's cultivation level is probably above that of the Heavenly Silkworm True Man, otherwise, how could even he not see it?

In any case, it could never be the early stage of Foundation Establishment. Whether it was the divine sense that far surpassed his own, or the intimidating aura that Qiu Qianhai exposed when he first entered the ancient battlefield, it all indicated that he was not simple.

"Looks like I've accidentally latched onto a powerful patron, maybe even the strongest one in this ancient battlefield."

"Alright, then accept it. Qiu Qianhai, right? From now on, you'll work for Hu Li. Just do whatever he tells you to do."

Jiang Hong looked down at Ji Yuan, then tossed out a storage bag.

"Following me is nothing special, just spirit stones. You can use these for cultivation, and you'll receive them every month from now on."

Ji Yuan caught it with both hands, stretched his consciousness inside, and was immediately overjoyed.

"Thank you, Young Master Jiang."

"Okay, go ahead and just follow Hu Li's instructions. He'll arrange accommodations for you."

Jiang Hong was very satisfied with Ji Yuan's reaction. In his opinion, as long as he paid a little spirit stone, he could make these Foundation Establishment cultivators grateful and work for him. Why not?

As for Ji Yuan... he really didn't expect Jiang Hong to be so generous.

He was given 50 mid-grade spirit stones as soon as they met. If he received that every month, wouldn't he have 600 mid-grade spirit stones a year?

This is much more generous than the Water Dragon Sect.

So as soon as the spirit stone arrived, Ji Yuan had already figured out how to use it.

This spirit stone should be spent wisely, specifically on killing Jiang Hong, so that he can use his own spirit stone to buy his own life. That would be a truly virtuous act.

After Ji Yuan came out of the main hall, Hu Li led him away from the palace and went to the back mountain.

Upon arriving at Jiyuan, they discovered that there were actually several cave dwellings here, which were clearly the residences of these Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Hu Li brought Ji Yuan to his cave dwelling. As soon as they entered, Hu Li activated the restrictions on the cave dwelling and bowed deeply to Ji Yuan.

"I apologize for my previous offenses, senior."

"What's so offensive about that?"

Ji Yuan lay down on a soft chair and gently rocked the chair back and forth.

"Alright, tell me, what exactly is Young Master Jiang doing here? Judging from his appearance, he doesn't seem to be here to cultivate."

"Senior, it seems that Young Master Jiang did indeed come here to cultivate, but unfortunately he has encountered some trouble and is therefore stuck here, unable to make any progress."

"Oh?"

Tell me more.

Ji Yuan sat up slightly, as if he had become somewhat interested.

"Well, as far as I know, this young master Jiang wants to use the killing intent on this ancient battlefield to temper his will, but ordinary killing intent is no use to him. He needs to gather the killing intent from the entire ancient battlefield."

"So we have to drive everyone out of this ancient battlefield, or... kill them."

"Everything was fine until now, but we've run into a tough nut to crack."

Ji Yuan raised an eyebrow upon hearing this and slowly said, "The Wei family?"

Hu Li was taken aback, then nodded in surprise, "As expected, nothing can be hidden from you, senior."

"Tell me, what's going on with the Wei family? They can't even get past a Golden Core cultivator. Could it be that the Wei family also has a Golden Core ancestor?"

"No, the strongest member of the Wei family is only a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator. At first, there were no problems. But just when we were about to make a move against the Wei family, someone suddenly appeared in their ranks."

Huli said slowly:

"That person was only a Foundation Establishment cultivator, but he controlled a third-tier demon beast, a six-tailed fox demon, which was extremely powerful. Even the Heavenly Silkworm True Person couldn't break through."

"Is that really true?"

Ji Yuan frowned slightly. "Isn't that person from the Wei family?"

"It shouldn't be. I've thoroughly investigated the Wei family's situation during this period, but I've never heard of them having any third-tier demonic beasts. They must be from outside. I don't know why they're risking their lives to help the Wei family."

"Perhaps we owe them our lives. So, how are things now?"

"Right now, True Immortal Heavenly Silkworm has set up a third-tier grand formation, intending to wear down that six-tailed fox demon over time. Once the six fox demons are dead, our matter will be resolved."

"How much longer will that take?"

"It won't be long, will it? From what Young Master Jiang said, it might take another two or three months before we can finish and leave."

Two or three months... that should be enough time.

Afterwards, Ji Yuan inquired about other Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Hu Li was completely open about these matters.

Including the two of them, there were a total of ten Foundation Establishment cultivators. Two were guarding the entrance, while the remaining six were at the Wei family's place, managing the third-tier grand formation, ready to refine the six-tailed demon fox at any time.

"By the way, I heard there's a river of blood in this ancient battlefield, but I didn't see it when I first arrived?"

Ji Yuan seemed to have just remembered and asked casually.

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