Fantasy: I can equip everything

There is no doubt that Zhao Jingchen is lying.

It's possible that any of the Zhao family elders could send Chen Chuang on a task, but it's definitely not Zhao Chenlie.

Zhao Chenlie was the elder of the Blood Nether Sect.

He met with Chen Chuang yesterday and inquired about many matters.

If it were him, he would only urge Chen Chuang to find out Lin Bainian's whereabouts as soon as possible.

Instead of letting him waste his time accompanying some rich young lady from the capital.

So, what was Zhao Jingchen's purpose in lying?

Chen Chuang rubbed the Sumeru Ring on his left hand, preparing to go and take a look himself.

With the Demon King Black Wing by his side, he was confident that he could escape with his life even if he encountered someone at the Gang Sha Realm.

"Brother, you might have to make do today."

"This young lady from the capital is named Qin Qianqian. She is arrogant and domineering and may verbally insult you. You must endure it."

"She is the daughter of the deputy commander of the Imperial Capital Demon Suppression Division. She has a noble status, and no one in the entire Yongzhou City dares to offend her."

On the way, Zhao Jingchen tirelessly gave instructions.

Chen Chuang listened but didn't care at all, simply nodding casually.

The Demon Suppression Division is a branch of the Demon Slaying Division, mainly responsible for the imprisonment of various demons within the territory of the Great Qian Dynasty.

At the same time, they were also responsible for imprisoning various powerful martial artists.

It is lucrative and powerful. Although it cannot compare with the Secret Investigation Division, its deputy commander is considered a number one figure in the entire Great Qian Dynasty.

No wonder the Zhao family, a prominent family in Yongzhou City, is so eager to curry favor with them.

As they were talking, Zhao Jingchen had already brought Chen Chuang to the Demon Slaying Division's Thousand-Household Office in Yongzhou City.

A group of people were already waiting in front of the Demon Slayer Bureau.

"Why did you take so long to get here? That young lady is going to tear this place down in no time!"

A man dressed in the attire of the Demon Slayer Division stepped forward and complained to Zhao Jingchen.

He glanced at Chen Chuang casually, but didn't say anything.

"Third Uncle, I arrived a little earlier than the agreed time."

"Hey, that young lady doesn't care about any of that. She just wants to leave whenever she feels like it..." With a helpless sigh, the other person lowered their voice and whispered, "Is that the person you chose? Is it a safe bet?"

Zhao Jingchen smiled and said, "Third Uncle, don't worry, I've already prepared some bone-softening incense. Besides, I already told Fifth Uncle before we came out that he would follow us secretly the whole time."

"That's good..."

After exchanging words, Zhao Jingchen turned around and waved to Chen Chuang.

Zhao Jingchen introduced, "This is my third uncle, Zhao Chenze, one of the three centurions of the Demon Slaying Division in Yongzhou City."

Before Chen Chuang could return the greeting, a commotion erupted from inside the Demon Slayer Division.

"Aren't you all annoying? This lady is leaving right now, what agreements...?"

A woman dressed in fine clothes hurried out.

As soon as she came out, she saw Zhao Jingchen and immediately frowned.

"Didn't I tell you I was leaving today? Why are you so late?"

Zhao Jingchen looked embarrassed and said with a forced smile, "I started this morning..."

Previously, Young Master Zhao Jingchen, who rode a tiger demon and was very imposing in Yongzhou City, became timid and subservient in front of Miss Qin.

They are even more despicable than slaves.

But this Miss Qin showed no respect whatsoever, coldly replying:

"What do you mean by early or not? You should have been waiting here since last night."

As she spoke, she suddenly noticed Chen Chuang standing to the side.

"Huh, who's this?"

Looking at Chen Chuang's handsome face and tall figure, Qin Qianqian couldn't help but lick her lips.

"Miss Qin, this is the person you requested earlier."

Zhao Jingchen quickly stepped forward to explain.

Upon hearing his words, Qin Qianqian's expression changed slightly.

A hint of regret flashed in his eyes as he looked at Chen Chuang.

This handsome man is even better looking than the pretty boy she keeps in the capital.

These country bumpkins actually summoned such a despicable creature to its death.

Or should we have the Zhao family find someone else?

Hesitating for a moment, she glanced at Chen Chuang, and finally sighed helplessly before getting into the carriage next to her without saying a word.

With a steady aura and a powerful physique, it's hard to find a martial artist as young and strong as Chen Chuang in Yongzhou City.

It's a pity that he has such a good appearance.

Zhao Jingchen breathed a sigh of relief and jumped into the carriage to personally act as the driver.

The so-called family training seems to have certain requirements that must be completed by oneself.

Otherwise, how could such a young lady go out without any guards or maids accompanying her?

While pondering, Chen Chuang jumped onto the horse that someone had brought over.

"shelf!"

Zhao Jingchen flicked his whip and immediately set off.

They traveled in silence until nearly noon, when the three finally arrived at their destination.

Tianshe Valley, located southwest of Yongzhou City, is shrouded in miasma and gloom year-round, never seeing the sun.

The valley is damp and teeming with snakes, insects, and poisonous mists; few venture deep into it, except for those risk-taking herb gatherers.

Even experienced herb gatherers usually only search for herbs on the outskirts.

Because there are demons inside the Heavenly Serpent Valley!

Legend has it that long ago, someone saw a giant serpent, comparable to a mountain range, emerge from the valley floor on a full moon night to absorb the essence of the sun and moon.

Therefore, it was named Heavenly Serpent Valley.

"It stinks!"

Qin Qianqian pulled back the carriage curtain, smelled the fishy stench in the air, and couldn't help but curse.

Zhao Jingchen said with a forced smile, "Miss Qin, the miasma in this Heavenly Serpent Valley is severe. Even martial artists will be affected if they stay here for too long."

"This is a miasma-avoiding pill that our Zhao family obtained from those herbalists. Holding it under the tongue can prevent the spread of miasma."

After handing one pill to Qin Qianqian, he took out another and gave it to Chen Chuang.

"Brother, you take this too. The miasma is terrible, so be very careful."

Chen Chuang accepted the so-called miasma-avoiding pill.

A system notification sounded in my mind.

[Equipable pills detected. Equip now?]

【Specially Formulated Miasma-Avoiding Pill】

Grade: White

[Attribute Bonus: None]

[Special Effect: When equipped, it can neutralize the poisonous miasma within Heavenly Serpent Valley.]

Equipment Requirements: None

The Zhao family's specially made miasma-avoiding pill, in addition to its original miasma-avoiding function, has an added ingredient. If the person who ingests it also inhales the Zhao family's specially made incense, they will instantly lose control of their body.

Chen Chuang's expression remained unchanged as he took the miasma-avoiding pill and put it directly into his mouth.

Before it could even touch flesh and blood, it was thrown directly into the equipment slot.

If swallowing it might cause problems, then just putting it in your equipment inventory will eliminate any worries.

Zhao Jingchen confirmed that Chen Chuang had taken the miasma-avoiding pill, and his expression visibly relaxed.

Let's go!

The three dismounted and walked.

The roads in the valley are rugged and overgrown with weeds.

Every now and then, various venomous snakes would be startled and dart about.

As he walked, Chen Chuang gained quite a bit.

[A usable herb has been discovered. Equip it?]

Snake Saliva Grass

Grade: White

[Attribute Bonus: None]

[Special Effect: When equipped, grants a small amount of snake venom resistance.]

Equipment Requirements: None

[A spirit herb less than ten years old might be more profitable to sell than equipment?]

Chen Chuang saw at least a dozen similar medicinal herbs.

Perhaps because it is shrouded in miasma year-round, most of the herbs here are poisonous.

Rare medicinal herbs that are over a hundred years old are rare; most are just common herbs.

If sold to a pharmacy in the city, it might fetch a few taels of silver.

Chen Chuang didn't waste any time; he picked up items along the way.

Even a mosquito's leg is still meat, no matter how small.

"Hurry up, what's the point of picking up such a small thing?"

Perhaps they felt that Chen Chuang, having taken the miasma-avoiding pill, posed no threat.

Zhao Jingchen's attitude also became increasingly impolite.

Chen Chuang paid no attention to him and ignored his words.

Pick up what you can still pick up.

Zhao Jingchen's face turned extremely ugly.

But in the end, I took a deep breath and held back.

Forget it, there's no need to get angry with a dead person.

"what?"

Qin Qianqian's soft exclamation made Zhao Jingchen subconsciously turn his head to look.

Not far away, a large, emerald-green python, as thick as an arm, was coiled on a dead tree.

It stared intently in this direction, its tongue flicking in and out repeatedly.

This is a snake demon comparable to an external martial arts master.

Seemingly sensing the three's considerable strength, the green python merely observed them for a moment before quietly slithering away.

"Almost there!"

Qin Qianqian showed no fear of these things like most women.

Even his face showed a hint of excitement and anticipation.

Continuing onward, the three encountered many more snake demons along the way.

The snake demon's strength is also constantly increasing.

Finally, they arrived at a pool of water.

In the open space in the center of the pool, a huge snake demon, as thick as a water bucket and as white as snow, lay lazily.

【Spirit-Containing Serpent Demon】

[Qi and Blood: 968/1000]

[Cultivation Level: Peak Inner Strength]

Power: 143

[Defense: 106]

[Internal interest: 6/6]

[Agility: 36]

【Charm: 20】

Just as Chen Chuang finished examining the snake demon's condition, Zhao Jingchen took out an incense stick and lit it.

An eerie fragrance instantly spread in all directions.

Zhao Jingchen casually fanned the incense burner, then looked at Chen Chuang expressionlessly, his voice chilling as he said:

"Go and feed that snake demon!"