Roar!
The bear demon outside the valley sat on the spot and called to the rock rat in the training hall.
Two waves of true elixir-level spiritual consciousness came into contact and communicated in the sky above the valley.
The Earth Rock Rat sent a message to Lu Changan through the spiritual pet contract.
It turned out that the bear demon was attracted by the earth rock rat's elixir-forming atmosphere and had the idea of making friends with him.
The third level demon has extraordinary intelligence and sharp senses.
Being from the same demon race, the mid-level third-level bear demon has a more accurate judgment on the quality of the Earth Rock Rat's core formation.
"Haha, a third-level bear demon is smarter and more aware of current affairs than the real Huxiao."
Lu Changan chuckled.
Of course, Master Huxiao's behavior was mainly due to his stance, coupled with jealousy.
When the bear demon was first attracted, he may not have good intentions.
Lu Changan heard that survival in the world of monsters and beasts is more cruel. When monsters break through the great realm, it is easy to attract the prying eyes of the same kind.
The bear demon didn't take action, perhaps because of some trade-off.
After all, the Earth Rock Rat did not form the elixir alone. He was protected by a third-level formation and had three human fake elixirs in charge.
Rather than forcefully taking action, it would be a better choice to befriend a third-level demon with great potential.
Confirmed that the third-level bear demon would not take action, Master Hanyu breathed a sigh of relief.
"I forgot to congratulate Master Xiang. My spirit beast has formed an upstream true elixir and entered the ranks of great demons."
She smiled, a bit envious.
At this time, the Earth Rock Rat has been promoted to the third level and will not be disturbed by the outside world. It only needs to consolidate its realm.
"Fellow Taoist Hanyu is the first monk to congratulate a certain family! Watch and reward!"
With a bold look on his face, Lu Changan took out six middle-grade spiritual stones from Master Huxiao's storage bag.
Master Hanyu was startled for a moment, then pursed his lips and said, "That Hanyu is touched by the joy of the third-level demon."
She calmly accepted six middle-grade spiritual stones, equivalent to six hundred low-grade spiritual stones.
Lu Changan has a great background. He has a third-level great demon and is as good as a true elixir cultivator. His status far exceeds hers.
Lu Changan had another purpose for doing this.
Since Master Hanyu received the stolen money, the death of Master Huxiao will be jointly borne by the Snow Fox Chamber of Commerce.
Master Hanyu knew this very well.
In order to win over a powerful fake elixir and a third-level demon with unlimited potential, the Snow Fox Chamber of Commerce still has this responsibility.
"Master Xiang must be prepared. Before his death, Master Huxiao sent a message to the Ten Thousand Beasts Chamber of Commerce. The true elixir ancestor of the chamber of commerce will arrive soon. Of course, Han Yu also notified the true elixir ancestor of his own chamber of commerce. .”
Master Hanyu reminded.
"What is the cultivation level of the ancestor of the Ten Thousand Beasts Chamber of Commerce?"
"Early stage of true elixir."
Hearing this, Lu Changan felt relieved.
At this point, he had two choices.
First, let the rock rat consolidate its realm.
Second, give up consolidating and run away directly.
If he chooses to run away, it will not be conducive to the stability of Earth Rock Rat's realm, and the consequences of him killing Huxiao will be borne by the Snow Demon Chamber of Commerce.
The Snow Demon Chamber of Commerce provided the Evil Spirit Pill and the training venue. Even though it was a transaction, Lu Changan still owed something.
The important thing is that after the Earth Rock Rat was promoted to the third level, Lu Changan was not afraid of the early stage of the true elixir at all.
The bear demon outside the valley is also a temporary ally.
…
Before the ancestors of the two major chambers of commerce arrived, Lu Changan counted the storage bags of Master Hu Xiao and eliminated anything suspicious.
Killing Huxiao Zhenren seems simple, but it actually requires a lot of planning.
Lu Changan paid for a treasure talisman that was as powerful as a third-level low-grade one.
The third-level treasure talisman is difficult to kill the fake elixir real person when shot head-on.
At that time, Lu Changan's spiritual consciousness sent a message, allowing Master Hanyu to stop him and draw Master Huxiao's attention.
He used the Qi-condensing ability of Evergreen Gong to lower his sense of presence and quietly approached the door of the side hall.
His body refining technique had reached the fake elixir level without the need to use magic power, and he also had the Evergreen Technique to gather energy, so he was not immediately noticed by Master Hu Xiao.
In the end, through the unexpected attack of the treasure talisman and the close-in attack of the fake elixir-level body refining, the effect of killing him with one blow was achieved.
If he were to kill a prosperous fake elixir head-on, even if Lu Changan used one or two treasure talismans, it would still take a lot of effort.
At the ancient ruins, the two fake elixir masters died at the hands of Lu Changan. One was injured and attacked from behind by him, and the other was killed by cooperating with the third-level poison. It took a lot of time to kill them.
For the same level of combat power, Lu Changan tried his best to avoid head-on confrontation. How could he know that the opponent did not have a hidden trump card?
As a longevity person, Lu Changan would rather be the sinister and sophisticated Lao Lu than the hot-blooded Xiao Lu.
"Magic weapon... talisman... third-level talisman..."
In the storage bag of Master Huxiao, Lu Changan counted out the high-value trophies.
As the core executive of the Great Chamber of Commerce, it is not surprising that Master Huxiao possesses two third-level talismans for protection.
The amount of spiritual stones in Huxiao Zhenren's storage bag was considerable, which allowed Lu Changan's spiritual stone cash flow to return to more than 100,000 again.
It is equivalent to saying that Lu Changan's efforts in forming the elixir for the Earth Rock Rat fully recovered the cost and even made a small profit.
This is the charm of killing people and seizing treasures, which has always been popular in the world of immortality.
…
After finishing the matter, Lu Changan returned to the training hall.
On the stone bed in the center of the hall, a muscular rat demon was practicing cross-legged practice. Every time he breathed in and out, he stirred up violent demonic winds of dust and metal.
"The changes are quite big." Lu Changan said with a low smile.
After being promoted to the third level, the rock rat has a body length of nearly two feet, long limbs, orange hair all over its body, and a bunch of standing purple hair on its head.
At first glance, it looks like a giant leopard with strong muscles and a streamlined body.
squeak!
The Earth Rock Rat opened his brown eyes and nodded to Lu Changan, expressing his gratitude.
After all, he was a third-level demon. Lu Changan felt a slight pressure under the other party's gaze.
"After this rat consolidates its realm, its strength exceeds the initial stage of my true elixir in my previous life."
Lu Changan thought to himself.
Fortunately, the spiritual pet contract between the Earth Rock Rat and him is still stable.
Faced with the friendship and solicitation of the third-level bear demon, the Earth Rock Rat did not show any intention, which shows that he is still loyal to Lu Changan.
Lu Changan closed his eyes, and his mind merged with the second life of the Nine Seal Monument. With his amplified powerful spiritual consciousness, he explored the demon elixir in the Earth Rock Rat's body.
The Earth Rock Rat noticed the consciousness that was far beyond his own, and his heart trembled. He let go of his guard and allowed Lu Changan to inspect it.
After spending hundreds of years together day and night, it naturally noticed that its owner was unusual.
If it weren't for Lu Changan, it would have exploded and died when it hit the second level and took the Tuling Pill with abnormal medicinal properties.
Without Lu Changan's plan to form the core, it would not have become the Great Demon it is today.
"Hey! This demon pill..."
A crystal-clear and round earth-yellow inner elixir bloomed with glazed brilliance, reflecting into Lu Changan's senses.
Judging from the quality of the finished elixir, it is indeed an upstream true elixir.
The difference is that the surface of this true elixir is dotted with a little gold speckled texture.
Lu Changan's spiritual consciousness touched the golden spot texture and sensed a Taoist rhythm that coincided with the laws of heaven and earth.
“Golden Dan Daoyun!
Lu Changan's face was shocked and in disbelief.
The Earth Rock Rat not only formed the true elixir of the upper reaches, but also touched the threshold of the golden elixir.
"What a pity! If it were of earth-grade blood, I'm afraid it would have obtained the immortal golden elixir."
Lu Changan was in disbelief and exclaimed.
The immortal golden elixir is the seed of Nascent Soul!
If one can obtain the Golden Elixir of Immortality, even a low-grade spiritual root has a high chance of being promoted to the Nascent Soul Stage.
For those who are cultivating immortals, the influence of spiritual root qualifications will gradually decrease as they advance to higher realms.
The quality of the elixir is a symbol of the monk's heritage and potential.
"Strange! Although the foundation of the Earth Rock Rat is solid, it obviously does not have such a deep foundation. Even if there are two superior pill-forming spiritual objects, the upper reaches of the true pill should be the limit..."
Lu Changan fell into deep thought.
"Is it because of the Five Elements of Earth that there is a bonus when using earth monsters?"
Lu Changan couldn't determine the specific reason.
The five-element soil he gave to the rock rat was dug from near the black wood gourd vine. I wonder if there was any factor in this aspect.
Lu Changan decided that in the future he would form elixirs and dig some Five Elements soil from near the Xuanmu Gourd Vine to use as elixir-forming spiritual objects.
Anyway, the rock rat crossed the river ahead by feeling the stones and found a way for Lu Changan.
"The little guinea pig back then actually achieved a half-step golden elixir."
Lu Changan withdrew his consciousness, almost jealous.
You must know that the quality of the elixir he originally set in this life was only the upper reaches of the true elixir, and he still had the possibility of being promoted to Nascent Soul.
Back then, the Earth Rock Rat was willing to take the problematic elixir, which was part of a gamble, and he became a guinea pig for a while.
Fortunately, with the protection of Evergreen Kung Fu, not only did the white mouse survive, but its bloodline also mutated.
…
Lu Changan walked out of the training hall without disturbing the rock rat's practice.
Although Lu Changan was pleasantly surprised that the Earth Rock Rat formed the Half-Step Golden Pill, he also had some worries.
Although Upstream Zhendan has outstanding potential, it is not uncommon to look at the surrounding immortal cultivation countries.
As long as the qualifications are acceptable and the chance of forming an elixir is good, any late stage of foundation building will have a chance to form an upstream true elixir.
The Half-Step Golden Elixir is somewhat eye-catching.
If it is exposed, it may attract the attention of the late-stage Dan Jie Daxiu and even the Nascent Soul Lord.
"As long as the Earth Rock Rat doesn't attack with all its strength, ordinary true elixir cultivators won't be able to detect the clues. After all, a considerable part of the monster's strength comes from its bloodline."
Lu Changan thought.
He could see the specific quality of the elixir because the Earth Rock Rat let go of its body.
Under normal circumstances, the Earth Rock Rat's body is automatically protected by demon power and spiritual consciousness. Unless the cultivation level is far beyond the realm, it is difficult to detect it directly.
If you pursue safety, it is best for Earth Rock Rat to avoid fighting with True Alchemy cultivators of the same level.
Waited for another half hour.
Two true elixir-level auras arrived at the steel fortress in the Black Mist Mountains, one after the other.
The two Zhendan monks sensed the third-level mid-level bear demon outside the valley and showed fear.
"Grandpa Guangjun."
Master Hanyu waved the formation flag and greeted him.
The true elixir ancestor of the Snow Fox Chamber of Commerce, whose Taoist name is "Guangjun", is an ancient old man with white hair and chicken skin, holding a cane.
"Master Guangjun, I've heard about his name for a long time."
Lu Changan cupped his hands and said.
"Master Xiang! Congratulations."
Guangjun's wrinkled old face showed a kind smile, showing a complete friendship between his peers.
There is half a realm difference between the fake elixir master and the real elixir monk.
In some cases, they are peers; in other cases, the fake elixirs regard themselves as juniors and treat them with respect.
This depends on the strength and attitude of the true elixir monk.
Lu Changan disguised himself as a fake elixir, and his spiritual pet became a third-level demon, which qualified him to be on an equal footing with the real elixir monks.
…
"Old man Guangjun, your Xuehu Chamber of Commerce collaborated with outsiders to murder Master Hu Xiao of our chamber of commerce. Do you want to give an explanation?"
An unkind voice came from another yellow-skinned middle-aged man riding a giant wolf and wearing a leather coat and cloak.
This true elixir cultivator has a complexion as yellow as a grapefruit, and his round and deep eyes shine with a chilling light.
The giant wolf under him had two wings on his back, and was a quasi-third-level monster.
Sensing the two third-order monsters nearby, the giant wolf did not dare to show its anger.
"Old Huang! Master Hu Xiao from your chamber of commerce tried to destroy the spiritual pet elixir of a friend of our chamber of commerce, but was killed by mistake. Isn't it his own fault?"
Master Guangjun looked at his old enemy for many years and said with a dumb smile.
Lu Changan exchanged a look with Master Han Yu and learned the identity of this person.
The yellow-skinned middle-aged man wearing a leather coat and a large cloak is the true elixir ancestor of the Ten Thousand Beasts Chamber of Commerce. He is a well-known profiteer in the merchant association.
This person values business rather than Taoism, and has no Taoist title.
The outside world gave him the Taoist nickname "Huang Lang Zhenren" because his surname was Huang, and his peers sometimes called him "Old Huang".
Huang Lang's true strength is not outstanding, but he is particularly good at business and has a mixed reputation.
Even though he was promoted to a true elixir monk, he still controlled the business of the Chamber of Commerce and did not fully delegate power to his subordinates.
"Kill by mistake?"
Master Huang Lang sneered and his eyes fell on Lu Changan:
"What do you call this fellow Taoist?"
"My last name is Xiang!"
Lu Changan did not avoid his gaze and said arrogantly.
"In the death of Master Huxiao, Mr. Huang requested that senior executives of the Merchant Alliance come to investigate. As a suspect, you are not allowed to leave this place without permission."
Master Huanglang's eyes were sharp and he exuded the spiritual pressure of the early stage of the true elixir, saying without any doubt.
"A mere business alliance can't restrain Xiang! How can you, your Excellency, dare to investigate a certain company?"
Lu Changan said in a domineering and disdainful tone.
As soon as these words came out, several real people present changed their expressions.
In the world of Jing Kingdom's immortal cultivation, the merchant alliance rules half of the sky, and few monks dare to speak so loudly, even the true elixir monks.
Lu Changan just finished speaking.
Roar!
Two powerful auras of the third-level demon were locked on Zhen Huang Lang at the same time.
The bear demon in the outside world roared dissatisfied at the Yellow Wolf Master.
Huang Lang's eyelids twitched, and the two-winged demon wolf under him was so frightened that he peed.
Especially that bear demon, it was a mid-level third-level demon with a terrifying aura.
Even if the two true alchemy monks at the scene join forces, they may not have a chance of winning.
"This communication jade pendant is a relic of Master Huxiao. If it is decrypted by a third-order formation master, the messages it once transmitted may be able to be detected."
Lu Changan turned over his hand and took out a jade pendant, and said slowly.
Huang Lang's face was ugly and he stared at Lu Changan intently.
He had sent a message to instruct Huxiao Zhenren to take action, so he naturally knew it well.
Something strange came over Lu Changan's head, and he felt like he was being peered into his heart.
"Old Huang, peace brings wealth. Sit down and have a good talk."
Master Guangjun tried to smooth things over.
If necessary, he did not want to break up with the more powerful Ten Thousand Beasts Chamber of Commerce.
Master Guangjun was old and weak, and his life span was only twenty or thirty years.
Huanglang Zhenren is in his prime, has plenty of longevity, and there are other alchemy offerings in the Chamber of Commerce.
…
As a famous profiteer, Huang Langzhen saw the situation clearly and followed the steps.
Several real people took their seats in the side hall.
"Master Xiang, can you get to know the leader of the Demon Sect, Liang Shaotian? I think back then, Huang and Leader Liang had a good time drinking and talking about a business."
Master Huanglang said calmly.
"Xiang is not familiar with Master Liang. However, I had dealt with him in the immortal world of Liang Kingdom."
Lu Changan heard the man's probing intentions and said ambiguously.
The three real people present had different expressions and couldn't help but think deeply.
Lu Changan denied his relationship with Liang Shaotian, but they had interacted with each other again, and they were in the immortal world of Liang Kingdom.
You must know that both Liang Shaotian and Xiang Jinglong came from the world of immortal cultivation in the Liang Kingdom.
"Master Xiang, it is better to dissolve enemies than to make enemies. Can I have a private talk with Mr. Huang?"
Huang Langzhenren secretly transmitted the message.
"No need! Xiang has no intention of becoming an enemy of your chamber of commerce, and you should not use Headmaster Liang to suppress a certain family."
Lu Changan responded coldly and refused the private meeting with Master Huang Lang.
He believed that Huang Lang had dealt with Liang Shaotian in his early years.
But with Liang Shaotian's current status, if he is not at the level of late Zhendan major cultivation, he is not qualified for equal dialogue.
"Can Zhenren Xiang hand over the relics of Zhenren Huxiao to Mr. Huang?"
Huanglang Zhenren settled for the next best thing.
"good."
Lu Changan returned Master Xiang's storage bag and spiritual pet bag to Master Huanglang.
Of course, all the valuable items were taken away, and the remaining items were of low value or personal items.
"Thank you Master Xiang for your help."
Master Huang Lang took the items and breathed a sigh of relief, but did not investigate the missing valuables inside.
After getting the relics of Master Huxiao, I have an explanation after returning to the Merchant Alliance.
The current situation is not up to anyone.
Lu Changan has the support of two third-order monsters and the protection of Master Guangjun.
"Zhenren Xiang" has a big background, so Zhenren Huanglang has no choice but to swallow his anger for the time being.
One day later.
After completing his "investigation", Huang Lang took the two Chamber of Commerce foundation-building monks from Steel Fortress and left this land of right and wrong.
"Ancestor, the Snow Fox Chamber of Commerce has the help of a true elixir demon, which is not a good thing for the Ten Thousand Beasts Chamber of Commerce. How should we deal with it next?"
The accompanying old man from the Chamber of Commerce Foundation Establishment asked for instructions.
Master Huang Lang's eyes shone with shrewd light, he stroked his beard and smiled, and said firmly: "Don't worry, that Master Xiang and the Xuehu Chamber of Commerce are not of the same mind, at most they owe a favor."
"That's good." The old man building the foundation of the Chamber of Commerce felt relieved.
Their ancestors were extremely talented and had a keen sense of people's hearts.
"That true elixir cultivator from the Liang Kingdom still needs to work harder. If we can win him over as a worshiper, the strength of the Ten Thousand Beasts Chamber of Commerce will be even greater!"
(End of chapter)
