Proving Immortality Starting with Hextech Runes

At this moment, the protective shield of the Zhang family's merchant ship, which had lost control, was completely shattered.

Two mangled corpses lay on the ground, rocking in the surging waves with the ship.

The entire edge of the Storm Sea fell into a deathly silence.

Only the distant rumble of thunder and the roar of the waves accentuated the oppressive atmosphere.

The other cultivators around, whether they were at the Foundation Establishment or Qi Refining stage, were all silent and looked at Chen Xu with horror and fear.

Nan Longyue was completely dumbfounded, her cherry lips slightly parted, her mind blank.

Seeing that this senior had an extraordinary demeanor, she guessed that his strength must also be quite good.

But I never expected them to be so domineering and tyrannical.

Without a word, he swiftly and decisively killed two Foundation Establishment experts from the Zhang family...

That's a bit too temperamental...

At this moment, Chen Xu retrieved the First Saint Spear, and with a flicker of his figure, appeared on the Nan family's merchant ship.

Whether it was Nan Longyue or the other cultivators on the merchant ship, they all froze in place, not daring to breathe.

Several of those with the lowest cultivation levels even began to tremble slightly, unable to control themselves.

Nan Longyue subconsciously took a half step back, her voice trembling: "Senior... Senior..."

Chen Xu looked calmly at the still-frightened Nan Longyue and said indifferently, "Let's go."

Nan Longyue was taken aback upon hearing this, her mind still a little blank.

"Oh...ah? Go...where are you going?"

Chen Xu looked at her quietly without saying a word.

Nan Longyue then realized that this senior meant to grant her request and protect the Nan family's merchant ships as they crossed the Stormy Sea!

The overwhelming joy instantly overshadowed her fear, and it sparked other thoughts in her mind.

If the clan could persuade this unfathomably powerful elder to lend a hand…

The Nan family might actually be able to secure a place at the upcoming "Meteorite Merchants' Meeting" and escape the predicament of being relentlessly pressured by the Zhang and Wang families!

"Yes, Senior!" Nan Longyue's voice became even more respectful.

"The Stormy Sea is currently experiencing high tide, and it will take several more hours before we can depart. Please move to your cabin to rest."

"Thank you for your protection, senior. There are some second-tier sea goods we collected on the merchant ship. Although they are not rare treasures, they are a small token of my appreciation. You may choose any three items you like."

She increased the amount from one item to three to show her sincerity.

Upon hearing this, Chen Xu understood.

It turns out that this stormy sea cannot be entered at any time; one must wait until the tidal surge period ends.

No wonder so many cultivators and fleets gathered in the surrounding buffer zone, all remaining stationary.

And... this female cultivator from the Nan family is quite sensible, but I wonder what kind of treasures these second-tier marine goods are...

He then nodded slightly, which was taken as agreement.

Nan Longyue quickly stepped aside to lead the way, saying, "This way, senior."

Although the guest rooms were simple, they were clean and tidy enough, and the magic array that isolated them from the outside world was barely functioning.

Chen Xu stepped inside, sat cross-legged on the futon, closed his eyes to regulate his breathing, and recalled the scene of his attack just now.

"With just the power of the Primordial Saint Spear itself, it can easily tear through the protective shield of a merchant ship and instantly kill cultivators in the early and middle stages of Foundation Establishment."

The power of this gun truly exceeded my expectations...

"If I were to master the 'Pingnan Taiyi Spear Technique,' what kind of power would this spear unleash in my hands?"

Just as Chen Xu was pondering this, a cautious knock came from outside the door, followed by Nan Longyue's respectful voice: "Senior?"

"Come in." Chen Xu opened his eyes.

Then Nan Longyue walked in carrying a long platter covered with brocade.

Seven different items, each radiating a unique light, were neatly arranged on the plate.

She respectfully placed the long plate on the wooden table in front of Chen Xu.

"Senior." Nan Longyue bowed slightly.

"These seven items are all second-tier marine goods that I collected on this trip. You may choose any three from them."

Chen Xu glanced at the dishes; they were all seafood specialties, none of which he recognized. He said coldly:

Let me introduce you.

Nan Longyue immediately began to introduce them one by one with great respect:

"Please take a look, senior."

The first item is blood coral, which contains rich blood energy and is an excellent main ingredient for refining healing pills. It can also be swallowed directly.

The second item is the Thunder-Patterned Eel Bone. Its bones naturally contain powerful thunderous energy, which can be used to draw thunder-type talismans or refine thunder-attribute magical artifacts.

The third item is the Illusionary Sound Conch Shell, which can produce enchanting and seductive sounds when blown, and can also be used to craft sonic magical artifacts.

The fourth item is the star-spotted gallbladder, a highly poisonous substance that can be used to make various poisons.

The fifth item is the Hundred-Year Spirit Pearl, which is nurtured from a giant sea clam. Consuming it is highly beneficial for cultivation and can also be ground into medicine.

The sixth item, Ice Soul Frost Crystal, is sourced from the extremely cold ocean abyss. It is a rare material for cultivating ice-type techniques or refining cold-attribute magic weapons and talismans.

The seventh item is Jade Marrow Blood Clam Meat. This clam meat is exceptionally delicious and is highly nourishing for those who cultivate their physical body or are deficient in qi and blood. It is also a precious ingredient for preparing top-grade spiritual cuisine.

Chen Xu's gaze was calm, but his thoughts were racing.

Refining materials, healing treasures... none of these held much appeal for him.

But he was quite curious about the Illusionary Sound Conch Shell, which could be used to refine sonic magical artifacts.

And the jade marrow blood clam meat, that's perfect for Little Gold to cook after it reaches Foundation Establishment.

However, we need to find some suitable recipes first...

After a moment's thought, Chen Xu said calmly, "Seashell, blood clam meat, spirit pearl. These three items will do."

Nan Longyue quickly replied, "Yes, senior!"

She carefully took out the three treasures that Chen Xu had chosen, placed them in wooden boxes that sealed their spiritual energy, and respectfully presented them.

Just after Chen Xu accepted the wooden box, a huge roar suddenly exploded, shaking the entire buffer zone.

The other merchant ships that were originally observing suddenly lit up with various colored protective lights, and the runes on their hulls were operating at full capacity, clearly indicating that they had all sensed the crucial change.

Nan Longyue's expression changed, and she said urgently, "Senior! This is a sign that the tidal surge period is ending and the entrance to the Storm Sea is about to open!"

"Please, senior, lend a hand!"

Chen Xu nodded slightly, his expression remaining calm.

He slowly got up, stepped out of the cabin, and onto the deck.

With a flick of his sleeve, several streaks of light shot out, revealing dozens of battle flags.

The battle flags flew precisely around the Nan family's merchant ship, setting up a series of defensive formations.

These formations were all newly learned by Chen Xu.

This includes the Xuanming Formation that Li Yuan once used; these formations should be more than capable of traversing this stormy sea.

The aura of the previously dilapidated merchant ship instantly improved several levels, and the ship remained as stable as a rock in the waves.

At the hatch, Nan Longyue, who had just followed them out, gasped in shock upon seeing the defensive array on the merchant ship:

"Senior... Senior?! You're a formation master?!"

She never expected that this terrifyingly powerful senior would also have such attainments in the art of formations.

These layers of formations clearly demonstrate extremely strong defensive capabilities, something no ordinary formation master could set up.

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