Wang Ying didn't want to get too entangled with Cheng Yang. If she hadn't heard about the future of the Miaoyin Sect this time, she would have turned away and left without giving the other party a chance to communicate.
However, when it comes to the development of sects, personal likes and dislikes can be ignored and must be treated with caution.
More importantly, the other party may be unreliable in other aspects, but he rarely deceives her. Whatever you say is basically true.
Cheng Yang is also a person who has been rejected many times. He is naturally rich in experience and has basically understood the other party's temper. As long as it is related to the Miaoyin Sect, the other party will pay special attention to it and will not easily refuse his communication.
Just as the other party thought, he did prepare a big gift. Although it was slightly different from what he said before, it would definitely arouse the other party's heart.
"Tell me, what is it?" Wang Ying asked directly without hesitation after everyone sat down.
"Good thing." Cheng Yang couldn't help but straighten his expression, glanced at Zhuo Ruting on the other side, and then whispered,
"Not long ago, I passed by a shop on Huangming Island and accidentally got a map and a strange key. It may involve the ruins of an ancient monk..."
As he said that, he flipped his palm and took out the so-called map. The length and width were about half a foot, and the edges were uneven, obviously just a broken piece.
Sure enough, Cheng Yang looked at the map in his hand and continued with excitement,
"What a coincidence, I happen to know the location drawn on this one."
There was no hesitation after speaking, and he immediately pushed the map to the front without any intention of hiding it.
Wang Ying glanced at it briefly and immediately frowned. This so-called treasure map was too simple, just some simple line drawings, and there was no text explanation.
If the paper it contained was not really old, no one would think it was a treasure map. Instead, they might think it was just a child's random scribblings.
After a long time, he asked:
"Are you sure you recognize the content drawn on this?"
"You don't know something about this." Cheng Yang chuckled, but a hint of pride flashed in his eyes.
"I have a unique talent in understanding pictures. Because I like this, I have been collecting and studying information in this area since I was a child. More importantly, I once saw another similar fragment of a picture, which is most likely the For the missing part of this picture, it is easy to compare and infer the possible results."
"That's it." Wang Ying suddenly realized, but still did not show joy, but began to think deeply. After a while, he said again,
"Since this picture comes from that shop, wouldn't there be a lot of people who know about it?"
"It's not what you think..." Cheng Yang quickly explained that what he bought was a top-notch magic weapon. This treasure map was originally hidden in the mezzanine at the bottom of the box containing the magic weapon, but he discovered it accidentally. There is also a special key, I don’t know what it is used for.
"Why can't the other party deliberately put the treasure map on the bottom of the box in advance?"
"Uh..." Hearing this, Cheng Yang couldn't help but be startled and asked in disbelief,
"Probably not. Since they got the treasure map, they should hide it, or explore it by themselves. Why do they do this in unnecessary trouble?"...
"Where is the box?" Wang Ying did not immediately answer the other party's doubts, but suddenly asked about other aspects. Cheng Yang was a little confused, but he was obedient and took out a simple-looking wooden box and handed it to the front.
"That's it. How about it? Do you think it's not simple just by looking at it?"
"You..." Wang Ying couldn't help but smile helplessly as she looked at the other person who still looked like she had picked something up. Then she opened the box and found a strange key half a foot long inside.
After checking it briefly, he sighed softly and said,
"This box is indeed extraordinary. It is obviously old. It may even be an ancient thing. So tell me, now that I have this box, will I use it directly to hold a magic weapon, or will I check the inside first? Case?"
"This..." words
When it came to this, Cheng Yang realized it even though he was stupid. What the other party said was reasonable. If it were him, he would have checked it in detail after getting such a special box. How could he miss the treasure map hidden at the bottom?
He suddenly remembered the process of buying this box. Because it was such a surprise, it was inevitable that he would be happy. Although the shopkeeper looked calm from beginning to end, he inadvertently revealed a strange look.
When I think of this, I feel bad. The other party obviously did this on purpose. The treasure map is just bait for fishing.
"I...what should I do?" Cheng Yang was obviously confused at this time and didn't know how to deal with it.
"If what I expected is correct, the moment you left the store, your whereabouts were already under the surveillance of the other party." Wang Ying slowly pushed the treasure map and box back and continued,
"The treasure map and key should be related to the ruins. The matter is beyond your control. Perhaps you can only contact Guidao to handle it properly."
"But..." Cheng Yang wanted to say that this was a gift specially prepared for the other party, but he couldn't say it anymore. At this time, he just felt extremely humiliated and embarrassed.
After a pause, he suddenly thought of something and said again,
"By the way, I bought the map from Blood Jade Tower."
"Blood Jade Tower? Corpse Jade Sect!" Wang Ying was startled for a moment. If this was the force behind it, that would be another story. The reason is also very simple. This sect is not considered a big sect. It is only a third-rate force at best. It is only because of its good at controlling corpses, using poison and other vicious methods that it makes people fearful.
"Yes, it's this sect." Cheng Yang finally came to his senses. He was so anxious just now that he didn't think of it for a while. It's just the Corpse Jade Sect. Because it's good at controlling corpses and using poison, its strength is indeed stronger than Kamikaze Island, but it's also limited. The leader of the Corpse Jade Sect, like his father, is at the peak of the late stage of pill formation. What's so scary?
Thinking of this, he quickly put away the wooden box and treasure map on the table, and said again,
"If the guess is true, the ones who will explore the ruins will probably be me from Kamikaze Island and the Corpse Jade Sect. There are three monks in the Miaoyin Sect who are in the alchemy stage, and their strength is not weak. They can participate in the name of the friends I invited. "
"What do I need to pay?" Wang Ying naturally would not refuse such an opportunity. However, the so-called no reward for no merit, no reward, the other party should have some requirements, right? ….
"Ying'er, you know best what I have been thinking about these years. I..."
"Let's let this matter go. Master Cheng, please come back." Before the other party could finish speaking, Wang Ying's face suddenly darkened and she interrupted directly.
"Ying'er, don't be angry. I was just talking nonsense and had no other meaning." It was just a little test. Did you expect the other party to be so decisive? Cheng Yang didn't dare to make any more demands, so he quickly started to explain.
However, he scratched his head again and said helplessly,
"I know what you mean, Ying'er, but I really don't lack anything."
Wang Ying thought for a moment and then said: "The corpse jade sect is not weak in strength, and its methods are even more vicious. Kamikaze Island alone is beyond its capabilities. In this case, after joining the Miaoyin Sect, we can work together with Guidao. Advance and retreat. As for the final harvest, I can also promise that I will convert 30% of the spiritual stones to compensate you personally afterwards."
"I don't have to..." Cheng Yang was about to refuse, but when he saw the unquestionable look from the other party, he suddenly withered.
"Okay, as you say."
"The Corpse Jade Sect's strength is extraordinary. I may use some external forces at that time. You don't object, right?" Wang Ying suddenly thought of something and asked again.
"Of course there is no problem. The stronger you are, the better for us. But after all, it involves opportunities like ancient ruins. In terms of confidentiality..." Cheng Yang naturally has no objection. He knows the situation of Miaoyin Sect very well and has interacted with many people. Strong people have connections. However, this connection is not firm and may not be trusted.
"Don't worry, the person I'm looking for is absolutely reliable and won't involve more forces."
"That's good..."
"..."
In the following time, the two discussed some details.
According to the special rules of Chenyuan Residence, Cheng Yang cannot stay for too long. Therefore, after the explanation was completed, he could only reluctantly say goodbye and leave.
Zhuo Ruting saw her off in person and returned to the room a moment later. Then she finally couldn't help but ask: "Master, Elder Zhao and the others..."
"Don't worry, sit down first, and tell me slowly if you have anything to do. Besides, there is no one else around now. Why should we be so different between you and me? It's better to be like sisters." Wang Yingrou smiled and raised her hand to signal.
Such intimate words immediately moved Zhuo Ruting's heart. He found a seat and sat down slowly, and then began to express his thoughts:
"Sister, you should know that although Elder Zhao has been a member of our sect for several years, they cannot be trusted. If they are involved, it would be fine if they get nothing. But once they gain a lot of money, there is no guarantee that they won't have dissent. .”
"I know, so I didn't plan to notify them from the beginning." Wang Ying nodded slightly, but her expression remained calm.
"You don't need them?" Zhuo Ruting was stunned for a moment. Who should we use? Those people associated with Saraswati? Although there are some strong people among them, they are even more difficult to trust.
"What do you think of Fellow Daoist Mo?" Wang Ying asked directly without going around in circles.
"Mo...Senior Mo!" Zhuo Ruting looked slightly surprised. She really hadn't thought of this person. She actually knew as much about Mo Juren as her own sect leader. As a confidant, she naturally took care of some secret matters personally, including the inquiries and investigations into this person over the years. ….
Mysterious origins, excellent qualifications, the divine dragon has its head but not its tail, etc. In short, this was a mist-like existence. The more she investigated, the more confused she became.
The only thing that is certain is that the other party is not a dissolute and lustful person. He has no bad reputation in Xinghai, and today's interaction with him can also prove it.
She actually couldn't figure out why her sect leader had such a soft spot for this person? Not to mention that I had wanted to win over him before, even if I couldn't win over him, I was still trying my best to get close to him.
Could it be? Suddenly, she suddenly thought of another reason. When she looked at the other party again, something strange flashed in her eyes.
"Sister, do you really think this person is trustworthy?"
"That's right." Wang Ying nodded.
"Why?"
"intuition."
"..."
Zhuo Ruting was dumbfounded. What reason was this? Women's intuition is indeed mysterious sometimes, but it cannot be used as a basis for judgment.
She believed her guess even more. The head of her sect might have other thoughts about Senior Mo. However, this person is too mysterious and may not be a good match!
"I trust my intuition. Brother Mo is definitely someone I can trust." Wang Ying naturally didn't have such thoughts. It was just the other party's random imagination. However, she couldn't explain such a thing as intuition, so she simply didn't dwell on the matter, and the conversation immediately changed,
"Tomorrow I will personally talk to the other party about this matter. It would be best if they can agree. If not, I can only do the next best thing and inform Elder Zhao and the others."
"How many people do you plan to bring over, sister?" Zhuo Ruting asked again.
"Xiaomei and the others will arrive in two days. This time, apart from Brother Mo, it will be you and Xiaomei."
"Isn't it a little short?" Zhuo Ruting frowned slightly. She didn't know Mo Juren's true strength, but it was impossible to think that he would be much stronger at the middle stage of pill formation. There was only one person from the other side plus the two monks at the alchemy stage, the sect leader, which might not be enough.
"More people may not be a good thing. Don't forget Cheng Songting's attitude towards us. Whether we can cooperate this time is a matter of two opinions. If there are more people going, it will only arouse the other party's vigilance."
"That's true." After listening to the other party's explanation, Zhuo Ruting had to admit that it did make sense. Don’t expect to trust someone who keeps insulting Miaoyin Sect as a sect of prostitutes.
"Sister, how do you think Young Master Cheng Yang will explain to his father what we are involved in? Will the other party directly fall out?"
"I don't know about this. I think it's just making up a story.
The reason is that the deal will be done by then anyway, and no matter how reluctant he is, he will most likely endure it for the time being. "Wang Ying shook her head slightly, but her expression instantly turned slightly cold.
"The reason why I have to compromise with Cheng Songting is because I am too lazy to conflict with the other party. However, we are not at the mercy of others. If we really break up, Kamikaze Island will not be easy for him."
"After all, I am still inferior to others, so I have to compromise." Zhuo Ruting sighed lightly, but her expression suddenly changed and she said,
"Young Master Cheng is so infatuated with your sister, are you really unmoved at all?"
"It's impossible. Besides, now I just want to inherit the master's legacy and carry forward the sect. I don't want to waste energy on personal feelings." Wang Ying answered directly without thinking, but thinking about Cheng Yang's indomitable temperament also gave her a headache. .
Reasoning won't work at all. Every time I refuse clearly, the other party just goes in one ear and out the other. They don't take it seriously at all, including the issue of address. It's basically 'unreformed despite repeated admonitions'.
[To tell you the truth, I have been using Changing Source to read books and catch up on updates recently. Changing Source can switch sources and read aloud with many sounds. It can be used on both Android and Apple. 】
She was helpless when meeting such a shameless man.
…
The next morning, Wang Ying went to the next door immediately and revealed her purpose.
Mo Juren was also a little surprised, it turned out to be an ancient ruins! And the location is in the inland sea?
This is more interesting. Over the long years, the Inner Star Sea has been almost completely developed by human monks. Unexpectedly, there are still places left out.
As for Wang Ying's invitation, Mo Juren only thought about it for a moment before choosing to agree.
Facing the ruins of ancient monks, it seems that no one will choose to give up. Last time at the ruins of Tiannan Taixuanzi, although he was only a supporting role, he also gained a lot.
This time there is something different. Since all the participating forces are only third-rate, and the ones with the highest cultivation level are only at the peak of the late stage of pill formation, wouldn't it be just right?
With his current strength, he can completely crush him. By then, why don’t you just choose the good things in the ruins by yourself? Besides, it doesn’t take much time, so why not?
In this case, Fengle Island cannot stay any longer and must rush there as soon as possible. Among the other two forces, neither Kamikaze Island nor Corpse Jade Sect will be delayed. .
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