Gou Zai Yao Wu Simulated Immortal

"Upon closer examination, it's possible that it has some connection to my Li family several generations back."

"But Master Li is aloof and doesn't like outsiders to ask too many questions, so I can't delve into it further."

Upon hearing this, Li Chunzheng's eyes lit up with even greater joy.

"What a coincidence!"

"If that's true, then it's even more a blessing from heaven for the Li family."

Li Chunzheng felt increasingly pleased as he thought about it, and repeatedly said "good."

The atmosphere in the hall was more lively than before.

The two brothers chatted about trivial matters for a long time.

Li Qian noticed the time had passed and smoothly changed the subject.

"As for the Demon Envoy Su, I'll need to trouble you, elder brother, to think of a safe excuse for us."

Li Chunzheng also suppressed his joy, saying, "Don't worry about that."

"I'll inform Father about the Demon Envoy Su and sound him out first. Then I'll send him a formal invitation and slowly steer the conversation towards him; that will make things much easier."

Li Qian nodded; he didn't know much about human relationships.

With the help of his elder brother Li Chunzheng, who is an expert in this field, it should be twice as effective with half the effort.

Li Chunzheng glanced at Li Qian again as he finished speaking.

"As for the other private matter you mentioned..."

"Since it was instructed by the Immortal Master, I will not pursue the matter further."

"However, the current situation is complicated, so it's best to be cautious in your actions."

"Don't make too much noise."

Li Qian smiled and said, "Brother, don't worry. I'm much more measured in my actions now than before."

Upon hearing this, Li Chunzheng couldn't help but laugh.

"It's quite surprising to hear you say that."

The two brothers exchanged a glance and couldn't help but chuckle.

It was already getting late outside.

A breeze rustled through the corridor as dusk settled.

The copper bells on the eaves swayed gently, making a soft sound or two.

Li Chunzheng glanced at the sky, stood up, and said, "You've had a long journey today, take a rest first. We can talk about the rest tomorrow."

Li Qian nodded in agreement and left the side hall with him.

Li Chunzheng still had many miscellaneous matters to attend to in his residence, so when they reached the fork in the road, he parted ways with Li Qian.

Li Qian returned to his own courtyard and ordered someone to bring in hot water.

The rising steam slowly blurred the bronze mirror and the window paper.

He immersed himself in the tub, the heat spreading outwards, relieving much of the tension and fatigue that had gripped his muscles for so long.

As the water gently sloshed around him, he closed his eyes and leaned against the edge of the tub.

With my elder brother paving the way for Su Zhen, the demon envoy, things are starting to look promising.

The most important thing left is that fragment of the Soul-Devouring Sword.

The Soul-Devouring Sword had already fed back three or four strands of pure demonic energy from the previous slaying of the demons, but it hadn't had time to refine them yet.

I estimate that I can comprehend several more transformations based on my own Yang Sha form.

I wonder if obtaining this fragment will allow the Soul-Devouring Sword to have new possibilities.

However, before going to retrieve the fragments, we must first return to True Spirit Continent to make thorough preparations.

To capsize in a ditch is a foolish thing that Li Qian doesn't want to happen.

After washing up, he changed into clean everyday clothes and went out for dinner.

The front hall was brightly lit.

Yang Yushu had already ordered people to set out the meal, and the table was laden with dishes.

Knowing he had returned, the cooks in the manor specially prepared several of his signature dishes.

The soup steamed gently, and the lamplight reflected on the white porcelain bowls and plates, exuding a long-lost sense of homely warmth.

During the meal, Yang Yushu asked a lot of questions about trivial matters related to daily life, such as clothing, food, and housing.

The eldest brother, Li Chunzheng, would occasionally chime in with a few words.

Li Qian answered each question perfectly, mixing truth with falsehood, leaving no room for error.

By the time the meal was finished, it was completely dark.

The maids cleared away the remaining food, and Li Qian raised his hand and took out several small jade bottles from his sleeve, handing them to Yang Yushu.

Yang Yushu quickly gathered the jade bottles in front of her, unable to hide her smile, "My godfather still loves his mother the most." She then glanced at her son.

Li Chunzheng watched from the side, looking rather helpless.

I've long been used to Yang Yushu's personality.

She picked up one of the bottles, examined it over and over, and became more and more delighted with it, saying, "When I go to see your aunts later, I'll definitely show them what true good fortune is."

Li Qian chuckled, but he didn't forget his elder brother.

He then took out two small bottles from his pocket and handed them over.

"Brother, take these two bottles."

"This bottle of calming and mind-clearing pills can relieve headaches and irritability when you have been thinking too much at night."

"The other bottle is for refreshing the mind and spirit; it might come in handy if I'm reviewing accounts overnight."

Li Chunzheng accepted it with a smile.

After dinner, Yang Yushu, carrying the bottles of anti-aging pills, returned to her room contentedly.

Li Qian and Li Chun were returning to their respective rooms.

The night was deep, and the wind rustled through the flowers and trees in the courtyard, carrying a faint fragrance.

Li Qian arrived at the secret passage he hadn't been to in a long time and sat down cross-legged.

I took out all the bits and pieces I had acquired over the past few days.

The most valuable item was the dragon bone, which was over ten feet tall and almost couldn't fit inside the hidden passage.

I wonder if the dragon bone can be used to condense puppets.

Li Qian thought for a moment and decided to use the demon souls of Xiong Da, Xiong Er, and the Mountain Granny.

Controlling this seven or eight zhang long dragon bone would be no less difficult than killing a mortal in the late stage of Qi Refining, so we had to give up for the time being.

After pondering for a long time, he finally focused his gaze on the Soul-Devouring Sword.

The sword lay silently and docilely under the lamplight.

But Li Qian knew in his heart that this docility was only because he could control it now.

When they reach a place close to the fragments, no one can say for sure whether further turmoil will occur.

Therefore, preparations should be more thorough, not less.

Thinking of this, he swept his sleeves and neatly gathered the items on the table.

With a blink of an eye, he was back in the western part of Zhenling Continent, in Baixi Market.

At this time, it was daytime in Zhenlingxi. After making full preparations, Li Qian returned to the Great Sun Dynasty at dawn.

Li Qian packed his things and quietly went out.

Following the vague impressions from the previous simulation.

Using the subtle changes in the Soul-Devouring Sword as a pretext, they slowly began to investigate both inside and outside the county town.

The sensation was much weaker than he had expected.

It seems to exist but not exist, sometimes to the east, sometimes to the west.

He walked from South Street to the back of the City God Temple.

They then turned from the river wharf to Jiucang Lane, and even searched several abandoned houses outside Xiangyang County, but still found nothing.

As the sun rose higher, Li Qian stood in a deserted temple and rubbed his temples.

"The fragments haven't appeared yet... Is it still too early?"

Li Qian pondered for a moment, then suddenly remembered the Mountain Woman.

After this old hag was taken in as a sword slave...

I'm so busy with my own affairs that I haven't had a chance to properly examine her yet.

This demon has long resided in the southern lands. It is a priest of the demon race, skilled in communicating with the earth's veins, and also possesses the methods to control and raise evil spirits.

He might even know the origin of the Soul-Devouring Sword, and perhaps even know things that he himself has no way of knowing.

His eyes flashed, and he turned and entered the deserted temple.

He cast two small talismans to block out sound and suppress breath.

Once the surrounding energy had stabilized somewhat, he flicked his finger and launched the Soul-Devouring Sword.

A pale green shadow slowly rose from the sword, instantly transforming into the withered and gloomy old face of the mountain hag.

"I have a question for you."

"Are any fragments of your clan's sacred artifact scattered in Xiangyang County?"

"The Demon Lord once said... the spirit of the sacred artifact resides in Xiangyang County, at the confluence of water veins and yin lands..."

Upon hearing this, Li Qian's brows slowly furrowed.

Where water veins converge in yin-type areas?

Could it be the Duolong River, where the Heishui River in Heixi County and the Liuyue River outside Xiangyang County meet?