Uncle Nine: Starting with double pupils, he turned his master into a zombie.

As he spoke, an aura unique to the Foundation Establishment Realm appeared faintly.

Clearly, the long journey had exhausted his patience.

Sensing the man's displeasure, Zhao Zheng broke out in a cold sweat and quickly spoke respectfully.

"My lord, I have already gone deep into this Mingshan Mountain with you, how could I dare to have any intention of deceiving you?"

"The treasure land is not far away; we only need to walk a little further to arrive."

Upon hearing this, Jinmian snorted coldly and said nothing more.

The man belonged to the Hidden Dragon Guard and was codenamed Jia Qi.

Among the Hidden Dragon Guards, there are three types of masks: gold, silver, and bronze. The bronze masks are used as cannon fodder, and most of them are at the early or mid-stage of the Qi Refining Realm.

Silver Masks, on the other hand, are considered official personnel, enjoying benefits and privileges. Most of them are in the late stage of Qi Refining, and many of them have the potential to break through to Foundation Establishment.

Golden Face, everyone here is a Foundation Establishment cultivator!

The members of the Hidden Dragon Guard address each other by code names and are not allowed to reveal their real names to one another.

This time, the group entering Mount Wangming was led by Jia Qi, who was at the Foundation Establishment stage, along with Yi Liu, Yi Qi, Yi Ba, and Yi Jiu.

This squad is undoubtedly an elite squad.

Not only does Jia Qi possess Foundation Establishment cultivation, but the four silver-masked individuals also cultivate the same technique, enabling them to jointly set up a grand formation that can restrain even Foundation Establishment cultivators.

It's clear that the Hidden Dragon Guard is determined to obtain this precious land of Mount Wangming!

After advancing for some time,

Suddenly, a terrifying aura filled the air!

This is... the aura left behind by a Foundation Establishment Realm demon!

Instantly, everyone's spirits lifted.

Jia Qi's tightly furrowed brows relaxed, clearly indicating that he was in a great mood.

"Indeed... If this treasure land truly contains the precious medicine you speak of that can nourish the body and soul, then that would be a great achievement!"

Remembering how much that person valued this matter, even going so far as to bestow a magical artifact upon him, Jia Qi couldn't help but feel a little excited.

For a moment, even Zhao Zheng, the rogue cultivator whom Jia Qi looked down upon the most, began to seem somewhat agreeable.

"Your name is Zhao Zheng, right? You've done a great job this time. How about joining our Hidden Dragon Guard?"

"I can make the decision to let you skip the bronze mask and go straight to the silver mask!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Zheng gave an awkward yet polite smile, inwardly grumbling.

Join the Hidden Dragon Guard?

You bastard, you've got me in trouble!

Everyone in the cultivation world knows that joining the Hidden Dragon Guard means being placed under a restriction, and having your life in the hands of others.

Especially given the current situation, why would you work for a dynasty that is declining and on the verge of collapse?!

I must be crazy to join the Hidden Dragon Guard!

Although he was cursing inwardly, Zhao Zheng still spoke respectfully on the surface.

"My lord, I have no special skills, and joining the Hidden Dragon Guard would only be a burden to you all, so I won't trouble you any further. Thank you for your appreciation..."

Seeing Zhao Zheng refuse, Jia Qi's face immediately darkened.

That's incredible! Even the Sichuan and Chongqing region doesn't change its ways this quickly!

You ungrateful bastard, a mere stray dog-like rogue cultivator, how dare you refuse me!

If you hadn't used up your quota for this year, this Mingshan Mountain would have been your burial place!

Like Zhao Zheng, there are many independent cultivators who have encountered opportunities but are powerless to seize them.

Many people believe that if you cooperate with a powerful force, the other party will not turn around and take everything for themselves, but this is not the case.

If I can eat it all myself, why should I share some with you?

Everyone has this idea, and many people even do it!

However, out of concern for their reputation, everyone is being very restrained.

Over time, this led to the existence of the credit limit.

Every organization, and even individuals, has a quota for killing collaborators; as long as it is not exceeded, there is no problem.

After all, seeking opportunities is dangerous, and it's quite normal for a few people to die if protection is not adequate!

If Jia Qi hadn't killed someone a few days ago, Zhao Zheng would have been dead the moment he said "no"!

As the atmosphere quieted down, the beads of sweat on Zhao Zheng's forehead became even more concentrated.

He sensed it! Killing intent!

That bastard from the Hidden Dragon Guard actually had murderous intent towards me!

Isn't he afraid of ruining his reputation if word gets out? Who would dare to cooperate with your company in the future?

Just as Zhao Zheng was becoming increasingly uneasy.

Suddenly, A-seven stopped, and B-four also stopped.

Zhao Zheng's heart pounded, and his mind began to wander wildly.

Could it be that these bastards in the Qing court are planning to turn against me?

Damn it, I shouldn't have trusted them. I should have chosen Maoshan back then!

"My lord... what's wrong...?"

Zhao Zheng's whole body tensed up, and he asked intermittently.

He was already prepared to flee.

Jia Qi ignored him, turned to look south, and spoke in a cold tone.

"Aren't you coming out yet?"

Zhao Zheng was stunned for a moment.

Look up.

A young man with double pupils, exuding supreme nobility, emerged from the dim mountain forest.

Those strange eyes instantly attracted everyone's attention!

Double pupils?!

"They're from the Hidden Dragon Guard. As expected of a Foundation Establishment cultivator, their senses are truly sharp."

Li Yu remained calm and composed as he spoke slowly and deliberately.

This dismissive attitude instantly made Jia Qi's expression turn somewhat sinister, and he spoke in a low voice.

"Fellow Daoist, may I ask who your master is, and how you should address him?"

"Since we've met on the path of exploring opportunities, why not travel together and share the spoils when we reap the rewards?"

Jiaqi's thinking was very simple.

If they have powerful backers, then force them to leave and don't allow them to interfere.

If they have powerful backers, just kill them on the spot. If you have any problems, go talk to the Hidden Dragon Guards!

As for those rogue cultivators or the like, then forcibly use them as cannon fodder and let them take the hits!

Sensing Li Yu's aura of being at the ninth level of Qi Refining, Jia Qi's eyes narrowed slightly.

My guess is more that Li Yu is a disciple of some powerful force who came out to train; it's unlikely he's a rogue cultivator.

As for the reason?

Those are double pupils! Which family wouldn't be tempted by them!

If he were a rogue cultivator, he would have been kidnapped and made a disciple long ago!

Therefore, the possibility is extremely slim.

Without answering Jia Qi's question, Li Yu spoke with a smile.

"Divide? Divide what? My storage bag?"

"How did you manage to hold back your laughter when you said that?"

"Are all the idiots in the Hidden Dragon Guard like you?"

Upon hearing this, Jia Qi's face immediately turned ugly.

That's incredibly arrogant!

Even if this person with double pupils is a disciple of some powerful force, he is far too lawless!

I am a dignified Foundation Establishment cultivator, how dare you, a mere Qi Refiner, directly mock me!

They don't even follow the usual patterns!

Normally, shouldn't you at least try to be polite and say a few words first? Why did you just go straight for the kill?

Buzz.....

A terrifying aura unique to the Foundation Establishment Realm emanated from it, and Jia Qi gritted his teeth and whispered.

"This is your last chance. Tell us about your sect's lineage!"

Upon hearing this, Li Yu's disdain deepened.

"You lowly servant, you stinking lackey, dare to question me?"

"If you're going to be a dog, you should know what it means to be a dog! Didn't your owner teach you how to talk to adults?"

In an instant, Jia Qi turned red.

He knew that ever since he joined the Hidden Dragon Guard, countless people had cursed him behind his back, calling him a bondservant and a lackey of the imperial court.

But no one, not a single person, has ever dared to say that to his face!

"You double-pupiled one, you're asking for death!"

"............."

P.S.: Seriously... My friend called me to go out for drinks, and I refused. Who am I? How could I go?! I need to update for my readers!

A friend who had been away at school for a long time finally came back, and it wouldn't be right not to go. One chapter today, thank you!