Chapter 232 Pre-departure Arrangements 2
When it comes to safety issues... considering what we already know about the little bit of plot about the kid, we can imagine what kind of trouble he will encounter when he becomes stronger.
With more trouble comes greater danger, and who knows what the protagonist's luck might bring him...
Zhong Cai pondered for a moment, then looked at the child.
Wu Dongxiao felt a little uneasy under that gaze and asked in a low voice, "Uncle Zhong, what's wrong?"
Zhong Cai stroked his chin and said, "I was just thinking that I should protect the IOU a little."
Wu Dongxiao: "...Huh?"
Wu Shaogan understood immediately and couldn't help but find it amusing.
Zhong Cai smiled and pointed at Wu Dongxiao.
Wu Dongxiao understood and fell silent.
That's right, he's now a living IOU, owing a mountain of black stone.
Zhong Cai then held up three fingers and said, "I'll give you three choices."
Wu Dongxiao was used to being arranged by his Uncle Zhong, so upon hearing this, he immediately looked up and waited for what was to come.
Zhong Cai then said:
"The first choice is a level seven puppet."
"The second option is three non-directional teleportation talismans."
"The third option is a level seven defensive artifact."
Wu Dongxiao now understood Uncle Zhong's ways very well, so there was no chance of any misunderstanding. He said, "Uncle Zhong, do you mean I can borrow either the level seven puppet or the defensive mystic artifact? As for the talisman, do I need to gather enough mystic stones in advance for the transaction, or sign an IOU?"
Zhong Cai laughed: "You're quite good at guessing. Yes, that's it. You choose."
Wu Dongxiao thought for a moment, then asked, "What is the distance a teleportation talisman can travel? How much does it cost?"
Zhong Cai replied, "There are also one for each of the fifth, sixth, and seventh levels, which can teleport one thousand miles, ten thousand miles, and one hundred thousand miles respectively. The total is ten million Xuanzhu."
Wu Dongxiao decisively said, "Thank you for your concern, Uncle Zhong. I would like to borrow a level seven defensive artifact."
Zhong Cai glanced at him with a smile and teased, "If you accidentally break it, you'll have to pay for it."
Wu Dongxiao replied without hesitation, "Of course!" He immediately followed up with, "A level seven defensive mystic artifact... how many mystic stones does it cost?"
Zhong Cai said, "One hundred thousand mid-grade Xuan stones."
Wu Dongxiao: "Hiss."
He quickly calculated: how many low-grade items are equal to 100,000 mid-grade items? Oh, it's 10 million low-grade items.
He already owed 1.03 billion, and the worst consequence now is that his debt will increase by 10 million...
Wu Dongxiao forced a smile.
For some reason, he always felt that he was bound to owe that ten million... But then again, wouldn't that mean he would encounter an enemy capable of breaking through a level seven defense?
That's terrifying!
Wu Dongxiao silently decided that he would have to work even harder in his training from now on—at least twice as hard.
My life is more important.
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Zhong Cai had extracted so many resources that he casually pulled out a thin suit of armor and tossed it to Wu Dongxiao.
Wu Dongxiao quickly accepted it, finding it to be soft to the touch and exceptionally well-crafted. Moreover, this defensive artifact would automatically protect him once he wore it, requiring him to expend too much of his spiritual energy.
It suits him perfectly.
The armor that Zhong Cai lent out was actually a top-grade level seven armor, which was already quite outstanding among its kind.
Wu Dongxiao thanked him again solemnly and promised, "I will definitely collect as many refining materials with special attributes as possible." He paused, then asked, "If I get these refining materials, how should I give them to my two uncles?"
Zhong Cai was about to bring this up as well, but just smiled and said, "If you have the chance to obtain a teleportation method to a top continent before you turn fifty, seize the opportunity and go there as soon as possible. But if you are over fifty, there is no need to be in such a hurry."
Wu Dongxiao wrote it down, then said, "If I really find an opportunity, I'll hand it over directly to my two uncles." He then asked curiously, "But why fifty years old..."
This is a familiar problem.
Zhong Cai slightly modified what his master had told him and replied, "Only those under fifty years old can gain great benefits by entering the top continent. Most of the powerful forces on the top continent only recruit disciples under fifty."
Wu Dongxiao remembered it immediately as always.
Zhong Cai continued, "If you can't go to the top continent, we'll meet again someday. If we don't need refining materials anymore by then, you can return the Xuan Stone."
Wu Dongxiao: "...Uncle Zhong is right."
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Zhong Cai raised her eyebrows.
Honestly, the chances of the kid reaching the top continent before he turns fifty are extremely slim.
It wasn't that he, as the protagonist, was unlucky and couldn't find the token, but rather that the resource information left behind by the first transmigrator who scared him to death didn't mention any other continents at all; and the information that the transmigrator who was tortured didn't involve anything about other continents either.
Although it's unknown how much of the plot these two transmigrators removed, and it's uncertain how far the protagonist will go in the future, the original book had so many girls appearing one after another, which would probably take up a lot of the protagonist's time... Of course, most of these girls have probably fallen by the wayside now, but the protagonist's luck definitely includes romance, so it's hard to say what will happen later.
In addition, the original book is known for its sadistic elements towards the protagonist!
Therefore, it is inevitable that there will be "torture" plots where the protagonist misses opportunities, cannot get the best opportunities, and is affected by various obstacles.
So often the protagonist will continue to strive through hardships and setbacks, working hard to improve their strength to a level equal to or even stronger than the original, and slap those who looked down on them in the face, only to encounter new problems...
However, it also takes up a lot of time.
Zhong Cai guessed that even the current generation's life experiences would most likely be completed on the Flying Star Continent, or perhaps they would go to lower-level, higher-level, and finally to the highest-level...
Everything is unpredictable.
Anyway, I've said everything I needed to say. The kid has to live his own life.
The kid is obedient. When he tries to kill Fan Zhongyang, he might be able to learn something about transmigrators from Fan Zhongyang.
After all, transmigrators are always a source of trouble for the "protagonist".
As long as transmigrators still exist, they will probably all appear around the child one after another...
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Zhong Cai then brought up the matter of the pill shop in Canglong City, and without any hesitation, said to Wu Dongxiao, "The pills sold there are all entrusted to you."
Wu Dongxiao obediently agreed.
This is actually a win-win situation for him. He can protect that shop, which is already quite famous and a trustworthy sales channel, and it can also enhance his reputation.
Zhong Cai thought for a moment and continued, "Keep an eye on Xiang Lin and the others."
Wu Dongxiao still agreed.
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Finally, Zhong Cai asked, "By the way, Lao Wu and I are going back to Kunyun City in the next few days. Are you going back too?"
Upon hearing this, Wu Dongxiao was suddenly taken aback.
Kunyun City...
That's a name from a very long time ago.
Although his experience there left a deep impression on him and became an important part of his life, greatly influencing him, he no longer harbors much resentment when he thinks about it now.
Mainly, his master valued him highly, his senior brother treated him extremely well, and his two uncles saved his life, restored his aptitude, and took good care of him... He didn't lack relatives at all and no longer cared about the Wu family.
However, Wu Dongxiao also knew that the two former nephews who had tormented him had never been punished, and the Wu family had never expressed any apology to him.
Wu Dongxiao was not the kind of person who repaid evil with kindness.
In his plan, he would personally kill Wu Nanfang and Wu Nancong in the future... But now, even if he went back to take revenge, he would only be able to rely on the power of Canglong Academy. Even if it would still go smoothly, it would not be quite satisfying.
It's better to wait until he surpasses the Wu family patriarch in strength; that will help him dispel the resentment he felt in his youth.
So, after considering many options, Wu Dongxiao said, "I still want to spend more time on cultivation, so I won't go back."
Zhong Cai casually replied, "Alright then, I won't wait for you then."
Wu Dongxiao smiled and said, "Have a safe journey, both of you uncles."
Zhong Cai replied naturally, "Of course."
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That was about it. Zhong Cai waved his hand casually, letting Wu Dongxiao leave.
After Wu Dongxiao left, Zhong Cai leaned against her old man Wu again.
He sighed with a touch of melancholy, "It won't be long before we have to leave."
Wu Shaogan didn't say anything, but simply ruffled Zhong Cai's hair.
Zhong Cai sighed again: "I understand what Master means. Besides the many benefits of going to the top continent as soon as possible, he also feels that we are no longer rivals in the same generation and at the same level."
"But the top continents are different. Geniuses emerge there in endless streams, and their overall strength is many times greater than our Flying Star Continent... We haven't even been there yet, so it's really hard to imagine."
Wu Shaogan gently rubbed Zhong Cai's hair again.
Zhong Cai couldn't help but chuckle, then turned to look at her old man, her eyes sparkling.
"Old Wu, you might not be able to be invincible anymore after you go there. Aren't you scared?"
Wu Shaogan smiled and asked, "Am I no longer the most capable person in A-Cai's heart?"
Zhong Cai said decisively, "It must be the most powerful!"
Wu Shaogan smiled slightly: "Then what am I afraid of? If A-Cai thinks I'm the best, then I definitely will be the best."
Zhong Cai was taken aback, then quickly understood. Before she could say anything, she couldn't hide the smile on her face.
He knew that he was that important to Lao Wu!
So Zhong Cai couldn't help but become sticky and affectionate.
Wu Shaogan also really likes this sticky, gooey feeling.
For a moment, the two were so engrossed in their affection that they completely forgot about what else they needed to discuss...
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The next day, on Qingyu's back.
Zhong Cai leaned against Wu Shaogan's chest, deep in thought.
We're about to go to the top continent, so there are many things that need to be arranged in advance.
Most of them are entrusted to that kid... Putting everything else aside, as long as he's made a promise, he'll still keep it.
Now, they went to check on Xiang Lin and the others, and gave them some instructions.
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In addition, Zhong Cai wrote a note to Kui Yi, who was wandering outside.
Although Kuiyi has not yet returned, perhaps because of the commotion it has caused from time to time, which has not only troubled the Golden Light Pavilion but also many other forces, the powerful figures chasing it have also been targeted.
Therefore, those who were unwilling to give up their pursuit because of "high sunk costs" have finally become more aware of the situation.
The number of strong individuals who persist in chasing and attempting to capture Kuiyi is decreasing, and the urgency is diminishing.
However, there are still people watching Puppet One, so it's inconvenient for Puppet One to return.
We should wait a little longer, remain hidden for a few more years, and only when we are truly silent can Puppet One return.
But now that Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan are leaving, why do we still need it to come back?
So, Zhong Cai gave the puppet a few instructions.
First of all... let's just keep hiding it!
From then on, Kui Yi would appear and disappear mysteriously. If he encountered danger that his two masters or his adopted nephew could not overcome, he would try to hide his identity and lend a helping hand.
As for the masters, the only way to help them is probably to appear at the right time. An explosion will create an escape route for the two masters. Of course, if it is going to explode, don't forget to give the two masters the level nine defensive array plate it has.
As for the protagonist's offspring... perhaps all he needs to do is be a "mysterious master".
These decisions are up to Kui Yi to make, as long as they don't harm these people.
Although Kuiyi has little intelligence, it will always obey its master's commands.
Zhong Cai also sent it a lot of Xuan Stones again, giving it more "power" so that it could roam around outside for hundreds of years if it wanted to!
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They soon arrived at Canglong City, where Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan met several servants.
Speaking of which, the only ones who truly have feelings for each other are Xiang Lin and Zhong Da. The newcomers, Bi Cen and Qiao Hong, haven't actually spent much time together—but these two are thoughtful in their actions and have always been dedicated. Zhong Cai and Wu Shao have also treated them well.
The servants quickly and attentively welcomed the two masters inside.
Then, Xiang Lin and Zhong Da were summoned and learned where their two masters were going.
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Xiang Lin, who was usually aloof and taciturn, showed a rare hint of melancholy and reluctance after hearing these words.
It's rare to see a death guard with such a blank expression having such thoughts.
Zhong Cai patted Xiang Lin on the shoulder and said with a bit of helplessness, "Originally, it would have been good to have you with me since you weren't married, but the teleportation token can't carry more people, so I had no choice but to have you guard the property for us."
Xiang Lin's subtle emotions were fleeting. He had always been loyal to his two masters and knew that his own talent and strength could not keep up with their progress. He quickly calmed down.
Zhong Cai laughed and said, "But speaking of which, if you ever have the chance to find a way to go to the top continent, then come!" As he spoke, he looked at Zhong Da with a smile and added, "If Xiang Lin leaves too, you'll have to look after the business. When that happens, remember to listen to your wife."
Zhong Da was very simple-minded and pure of heart. Hearing this, he didn't have any other thoughts and just nodded earnestly.
Zhong Cai was already quite at ease with Zhong Da. Although he was indeed only good at obeying orders, as long as he found a reliable person to follow, he could live a peaceful life.
Zhong Da used to listen to Xiang Lin, but now that Xiang Lin is gone, he listens to Qiao Hong. Zhong Da's life is unlikely to go wrong.
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Of course, Zhong Cai could only entrust many things to Xiang Lin.
He also mentioned entrusting the medicine shop to Wu Dongxiao, and asked Xiang Lin to keep an eye on his maternal grandfather and his adoptive father. Of course, his maternal grandfather was more important, but he also had some affection for his adoptive father and wouldn't forget him.
Xiang Lin listened carefully and took notes.
Zhong Cai was relieved.
He added, "If something goes wrong with Dongxiao and the pill business can't continue, you can do something else. At that time, everything will be up to you, Xiang Lin."
Xiang Lin nodded.
Zhong Cai then provided another sum of Xuan Stones as a safety net for Xiang Lin and the others.
Xiang Lin accepted as well.
Zhong Cai thought about it for a while and it seemed that everything was arranged.
So in the end, he laughed and said, "Old Wu and I will be back sooner or later, although I don't know when, but we will meet again someday." He patted Xiang Lin's shoulder jokingly, "You need to cultivate well and live a few more years. I'm not too worried about Zhong Da though."
Xiang Lin was a little confused.
Zhong Cai chuckled: "Even if I never see Zhong Da himself, I'll definitely see his descendants." He shook his head at Xiang Lin and sighed, "But you're different. You look like you're destined to be single forever."
Xiang Lin: "..."
Although he couldn't understand it very well, it seemed to evoke memories of the past.
Many years ago, Cai Gongzi liked to talk nonsense like this to his young master... He was also influenced by him a little.
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After Zhong Cai finished rambling on, Wu Shaogan, the true master of the bodyguard, finally spoke.
"Xiang Lin".
When Xiang Lin met his young master, his expression was visibly solemn, and his aura was slightly tense, as if he were waiting for orders at any time.
Wu Shao chuckled dryly: "Ah Cai's words are my meaning. Xiang Lin, see you later."
Xiang Lin was surprised that his young master's words were so "warm". He was almost stunned for a moment, and then said respectfully, "Young master, young master Cai, see you later."
He will do his best to maintain this business and work hard to improve his skills.
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I spent an afternoon in Canglong City and gave some pointers to a few servants.
Zhong Cai pondered for a moment, then selected a particularly outstanding portion of the alchemy inheritance obtained from the Dan Shen Wood and entrusted it to Xiang Lin.
This lineage only covers levels one to four, but it is quite comprehensive.
Xiang Lin will keep it safe, and all Xiang Lin, Zhong Da, Qiao Hong, Bi Cen, and their descendants can study it.
Xiang Lin and his family may not have a talent for alchemy, but if one of their descendants is talented, their talents will not be wasted.
If they have enough luck and talent, living in Azure Dragon City will give them a better understanding of Azure Dragon Academy's activities, and they might even have the opportunity to become Azure Dragon disciples in the future.
As for the more profound alchemical traditions, they will naturally be able to learn them after entering the academy.
Xiang Lin carefully put away the inheritance.
Zhong Da and the other servants were also full of gratitude.
Then, Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan left.
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Qiaohong and Bichen had no idea that their two masters would almost never come again, nor did they know where their two masters were about to go.
However, they will still honestly and dutifully settle down here.
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After returning to the Azure Dragon Academy, Zhong Cai carefully considered his options and offered 14 million Dan Yun as a sacrifice.
Instead of choosing the highest-level Golden Flame Pool, they opted to offer sacrifices at the Purple Flame Pool.
The Purple Flame Pool only requires 100,000 Dan Yun to perform a ten-pull, and the guaranteed resources also reach the level of level seven.
This sacrifice involved a full 140 rounds of ten consecutive runs in the Purple Flame Pool, yielding countless treasures and resources.
In addition, almost all of his remaining level 8 resources were transferred by Zhong Cai to the blind box shop that was still in operation, along with countless empty blind boxes.
Of course, Zhong Cai picked and chose, keeping only those that he and Lao Wu could use.
Of the remaining resources, the better ones were transferred to the Dao soldiers.
The Dao soldiers now have a secret connection with the blind box shops. Many resources that the Dao soldiers hunt and find are also put into blind boxes and sent to the shops for trading.
Zhong Cai directly used the "Mirror Mark" to contact the Dao Soldiers and handed over the puppet control in the blind box shop to them.
After the two left, the blind box shop was handed over to special Dao soldiers to manage. All the wealth obtained from the blind box shop was divided proportionally according to the contribution of the Dao soldier teams fighting in the two states, and they used it to continue to expand their power.
So, Daobing and the blind box shop were all arranged.
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With everything arranged and planned, Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan finally took Qingyu and Qinghui and boarded a flying boat, heading straight towards Kunyun City.
Visiting Zhong Cai's relatives.
Moreover, the airship they used this time was very low-key, and they did not plan to make a big fuss when they arrived near Kunyun City.
They only planned to visit in private.
The fact that the two of them would travel together to the top continent would not be announced to the world.
Their master will inform them when someone discovers it.
Similarly, Zhong Cai did not intend to tell her relatives that she was about to leave.
In this way... we can still keep things the same as before.
Most people were unaware of their passing, and their families continued to live their lives as before.
Zhong Cai's visit was actually driven by her own selfish motives.
Zhong Caizhen really couldn't predict how long this departure would take.
As for her adoptive father, it's fine; we're all about saving face, and it's not a big deal if we don't get to see him one last time... Zhong Cai mainly wanted to come and see her maternal grandfather and aunt one last time.
My maternal grandfather and aunt are not highly qualified, and it's unknown what level they will reach or how long they will live.
Zhong Cai was reassured by the arrangements made for his maternal grandfather and aunt, believing that they would continue to live well even after he left.
Everyone has their own path to walk, and we are not each other's most important person. But being the most important does not mean being unimportant.
So I still want to meet him.
Perhaps this meeting will be our last... If we don't see each other again, Zhong Cai will still feel some regret.
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As they approached Kunyun City, the airship landed in a mountain range.
Zhong Cai pulled Wu Shaogan out of the flying boat, then quickly put it away again.
Then he looked around and suddenly said, "Old Wu, does this place look familiar?"
Wu Shaogan also looked around, then smiled and said, "They look familiar."
Zhong Cai winked at him: "So what came to mind?"
Wu Shaogan's gaze fell on an open space to the right. He sighed and said, "I remember you gave me a nickname here."
Zhong Cai: "..."
It was clearly their destined first encounter, so why does Lao Wu only remember their nickname?
Wu Shaogan deliberately added, "And there's roasted meat too."
Zhong Cai snorted, "Don't you remember the beauty in the firelight back then?"
Wu Shaogan covered his face, his laughter trembling slightly.
He did remember seeing a little bean with oily mouth in the firelight.
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