Chapter 382 Wu Dongxiao Leaves
In the training ground, the wind howled as the attacks were launched.
Zhong Cai sat on the sidelines, resting her chin on her hand and watching.
At that moment, two tall figures walked out one after the other.
The one in front is handsome and dashing, while the one behind is limping.
However, the one who was limping was full of energy and didn't look particularly disheveled.
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Wu Dongxiao was beaten up again by Wu Shaogan.
However, compared to the last time, Wu Dongxiao was able to last for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn under Wu Shaogan's hand—and this was not a training battle, but Wu Shaogan suppressed his strength to the early stage of fusion and sparred with Wu Dongxiao without holding back at all.
This rate of progress is already quite good.
According to Wu Shaogan's estimation, this combat power is roughly equivalent to ranking 20th or 30th on the Sky Ranking where Wu Shaogan was back then.
However, there is still a lot of room for improvement.
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Wu Dongxiao could also sense that the gap between himself and his uncle, who was at the same level, was constantly narrowing, which was enough to show that he was making effective efforts. So he was quite happy and had nothing to complain about.
Just keep working hard like this.
He's been in the Land of All Beings for quite a while now, and he's planning to go back and take another look.
The next time he comes, it will be time for him to go into seclusion and break through to a minor realm—because of his Uncle Zhong's urging, he has spent a lot of time on the Soul Fusion Pill, refining it into many top-grade pills.
Then, following Uncle Zhong's instructions, he would accumulate a certain amount and then start taking the pills at set times.
Previously, Wu Dongxiao had never continuously consumed pills to cultivate. This time, however, he discovered that his speed of fusing with his primordial spirit was incredibly fast. With the addition of other rare and precious materials related to fusion, his progress was even greater!
Under normal circumstances, it would take him at least ten years to break through to this level. But this time, he guessed that perhaps because the early to middle stages of the Fusion Realm are relatively easy, he could enter the middle stage in just one or two months at most!
The elixir was indeed very effective.
He knew it would work, but he had underestimated the effects of consuming top-grade Soul Fusion Pills repeatedly.
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Zhong Cai waved his hand, and a puppet general next to him brought over a table full of food.
Xuan Bing is currently in seclusion at the Starlight Arena, leaving only the three of them—uncle, nephew, and he—at this place.
Wu Dongxiao sat down naturally, picked up a cup of tea and gulped it down, exhaled, and said with a smile, "Thank you, Uncle Zhong, I was really hungry."
Zhong Cai casually agreed, then pulled Wu Shaogan to sit down beside him, and said with a smile, "Old Wu, how are your hands and feet feeling? Are they more flexible?"
Wu Shaogan smiled and said, "Dongxiao has made great progress." He looked at Wu Dongxiao and said, "But if I really want to have a good fight, he still needs to build his palace soon."
Wu Dongxiao: "..."
Although he really wanted to fight his most complete uncle, he couldn't do anything about Tsukimiya for the time being.
Therefore, Wu Dongxiao remained silent and simply focused on eating his rice.
He actually realized that the two uncles were flirting.
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Wu Dongxiao's idea... does make some sense.
While the warmth of an old married couple is certainly comforting, the arrival of a "child" can add a touch of novelty to the process of "educating the child."
Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan have recently found some new things to do, which have indeed added a lot of vitality to their lives.
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Wu Dongxiao didn't stand on ceremony with his uncle.
Every time he gets beaten up here, he gets a good meal, made with the finest ingredients that are perfect for him. It really does a lot of good for his cultivation.
Now that he had finished eating, he quickly sat down cross-legged on the spot to refine all the benefits he had gained, either to enhance his physique, to nourish his primordial spirit, or to accelerate his cultivation speed...
After everything was settled, Wu Dongxiao opened his eyes and, unsurprisingly, found that his two uncles were gone.
After leaving the training ground, the aroma of elixirs wafted from nearby rooms. Wu Dongxiao went straight in to watch Uncle Zhong refine elixirs.
He glanced into the corner again—
As expected, his uncle was meditating and cultivating to improve his profound energy.
At this moment, my uncle was putting a level-six top-grade pill into his mouth, and a gourd next to him was also full of such pills.
That's extravagant, far too extravagant.
Wu Dongxiao knew very well that his uncle had always been this extravagant.
Furthermore, Uncle Zhong has now made a demand of him—as his nephew, he must also live such a luxurious life.
Wu Dongxiao quickly regained his composure and asked in a low voice, "Uncle Zhong, is this the Dragon Blood Pill you're refining? Is it the same kind you taught me before?"
Zhong Cai nodded: "Yours is a level five Dragon Blood Pill."
Wu Dongxiao noticed that Uncle Zhong's technique was skillful; he could practically throw in herbs blindly without making a single mistake. He then cautiously asked, "How do you process this grade of dragon blood flower...? It looks very different from the kind I used before, I'm worried..."
Zhong Cai then began to explain it to him.
"Dragon blood flowers are graded according to their age. Grade 5 flowers have dragon scale patterns, but these are actually manifestations of impurities... Grade 6 flowers have impurities that resemble small protrusions like dragon horns..."
"Peeling them off in this way..."
"The timing of adding dragon's blood flowers also varies..."
Wu Dongxiao listened attentively, feeling that Uncle Zhong was very knowledgeable and that he had benefited greatly from his learning.
At that moment, Wu Shaogan slightly raised his eyes and saw the uncle and nephew happily "teaching" each other.
He smiled slightly, closed his eyes, and continued his cultivation.
The peak of Palace Building is not far from Spirit Transformation.
However, he had to wait until A-Cai was ready to build the palace before he could transform into a spirit.
Let's learn a few more secret skills now.
Otherwise, A-Cai would definitely worry that something would go wrong when he split his soul.
Only when A Cai builds his palace and learns to refine level seven pills will he feel at ease starting to divide his soul.
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After Wu Dongxiao digested the results of this training, he waited for his senior brother to come out of the Starlight Arena, and then they went to say goodbye to Zhong and Wu.
Zhong Cai gave Wu Dongxiao a bottle of pills and said, "Your pill-making skills haven't improved yet, so take these and use them first."
Wu Dongxiao accepted it respectfully, and said with a smile, "Thank you, Uncle Zhong!"
He wanted to say "Thank you for being so kind to me, Uncle Zhong," but he dropped the last two words the moment they left his mouth—because his uncle might get jealous, and then the next time he sparred with his uncle, he might… cough.
Wu Shaogan then tossed a few talismans to Wu Dongxiao.
Wu Dongxiao looked down and saw that they were all special talismans of the sixth-level attack type, and the aura they emitted was very similar to that of his uncle.
This is……
Zhong Cai explained, "Your uncle knows how to make talismans. He's currently most skilled at making level six sealing talismans, which can capture the secret techniques a cultivator uses. If you encounter a level six enemy, activating and throwing it out can be somewhat useful. If you encounter a Spirit Transformation cultivator, as long as they're not a veteran, throwing out this talisman can also cause them some trouble."
Zhong Cai spoke with great confidence.
If his master Wu were only in the early or middle stages of the Palace Constructing realm, he wouldn't have said that. But Wu is at the peak of the Palace Constructing realm, and as long as he unleashes his secret technique with all his might, he can indeed interfere with some of the Spirit Transformation realm.
The top spot on the Sky Ranking is indeed filled with such formidable strength.
Moreover, it wasn't just his old man Wu who had it; Chao Hanxiao and Weng Yuxian also had it.
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Wu Dongxiao examined the three sealing talismans in his hand with some surprise: "So Uncle's talisman-making skills are also so amazing! Thank you, Uncle!"
Zhong Cai said with a smile, "His talent in this area is limited, so he can't make talismans beyond his level, and the talismans he makes aren't of very high grade either."
Wu Dongxiao took another look at the sealing talismans, which were clearly all of superior quality. For his two uncles, perhaps anything that wasn't top-grade was considered to be of low quality.
Then, Wu Dongxiao carefully put away the sealing talismans.
Zhong Cai turned her head to look at Wu Shaogan, and met his somewhat regretful expression.
Of course he knew what Old Wu was regretting—regretting that he hadn't been able to draw a top-grade Cleansing Talisman!
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In the beginning, because low-level talismans were not too difficult to draw, Zhong Cai never had to figure out how to clean his alchemy furnace. Wu Shaogan would draw top-grade cleansing talismans for him, and he only needed to activate the talisman to clean the furnace in a second!
However, Wu Shaogan's talent for making talismans is not very high. In the early stages, it was fine, but when he reached the fifth level, it became very difficult for Wu Shaogan to draw a top-grade fifth-level purification talisman. Even if he could, he would need to draw hundreds or thousands of purification talismans before he could produce a few.
It was a huge waste of time and the results were not good.
Fortunately, once you reach this level, you can easily clean the alchemy furnace with fifth-grade wood fire, so the need for purification talismans is not so great.
So Wu Shaogan devoted his attention to drawing other talismans and other miscellaneous subjects.
This sealing talisman was also carefully selected by Wu Shaogan. It contains his secret techniques, and he thought that this would allow A Cai to release it for observation when she had nothing to do, or let A Cai play with it at will.
Later, Wu Shaogan discovered that his talent in sealing talismans was higher than that in cleansing talismans.
Although he could hardly draw top-grade level 6 sealing talismans when he reached level 6, he could still easily handle high-grade ones.
Naturally, since Wu Shaogan already expends a lot of energy during cultivation, he might as well seal all the secret techniques he knows into sealing talismans.
As a result, not only did Zhong Cai accumulate quite a bit, but Wu Shaogan also kept a considerable amount for himself.
Now, giving it to my nephew is just a casual thing to do.
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Zhong Cai thought for a moment and took out two round balls.
Wu Dongxiao looked over in an instant.
Zhong Cai asked, "Dong Xiao, are you still going to rent it or not?"
Wu Dongxiao suddenly remembered that he had to compensate Xuan Shi, and also remembered how he had escaped with the help of that armor.
He immediately asked, "Uncle Zhong, is this also a defensive item?"
Zhong Cai nodded and threw one of the balls outwards.
In an instant, the sphere transformed into a large bell, hanging high above Zhongcai's head, as if it would descend at any moment to protect the safety of the pillar bell.
Zhong Cai then handed another sphere to Wu Dongxiao and said with a smile, "Why don't you try pouring your profound energy into it?"
Wu Dongxiao took it curiously and did exactly as Zhong Cai had said.
The sphere transformed into a suit of armor, which was very form-fitting, covering all of Wu Dongxiao's vital points that needed protection. Yet, its overall form was very light and agile, causing no difficulty in his movements.
Wu Dongxiao couldn't help but say, "It's as light as a feather." He became even more curious, "Uncle Zhong, why is mine activated differently from the one you have?"
Zhong Cai smiled and said, "This is a defensive treasure that changes into the state that the person who infuses it with profound energy finds most acceptable. Of course, if you actively imagine a certain form while infusing it, it can also change automatically, without any deviation."
"This treasure has a name, it's called the 'Wish-Fulfilling Pearl,' and it's made using a special technique. However, that technique seems to have been lost. The ones I have now are all passed down from ancient times."
"Generally speaking, such treasures are at level seven or eight. I only have level seven ones, and these two are both top-quality level seven treasures."
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Wu Dongxiao looked at the two small spheres, his eyes shining slightly.
He said firmly, "I want to rent it!"
Zhong Cai nodded.
Wu Dongxiao held up two fingers and said, "I want to rent two!"
Zhong Cai smiled, raised his hand to summon the large bell above his head back, and poured his soul into it.
The large bell turned back into a small sphere and fell into Zhong Cai's hands.
Zhong Cai handed it to Wu Dongxiao and readily said, "Take it."
The reason why Wu Dongxiao rented two was clear: it was for his senior brother Xuan Bing.
Zhong Cai took out two because she understood this point and was doing so out of respect for Wu Dongxiao.
Wu Dongxiao said sincerely, "Thank you, Uncle Zhong. Thank you, Uncle."
Zhong Cai thought for a while and felt that there was nothing she had overlooked, so she waved her hand and said, "You can go now, I'm fine! Whenever you come back, just come and stay, I'll give you access."
Wu Dongxiao was very moved and has said "Thank you both, uncles" countless times today.
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After Wu Dongxiao and Xuan Bing left, Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan could continue cultivating here, but they thought it best to go back first to avoid missing any news from the outside world.
For the time being, they don't need to enter the Star Arena, and the goods are all in place...
After returning to Qianyuan Island, Zhong Cai and Wu Shaogan left the mansion and took a walk in the vicinity for a while.
At this moment, a figure quickly arrived from the distant mountains, landing near the two in the blink of an eye and bowing.
"Greetings to King Zhong Dan and Senior Brother Wu."
A familiar voice.
Zhong Cai turned her head and saw that it was Tan Zheng.
Tan Zheng was followed by You Su.
It seems that when You Su's strength was not yet enough for Tan Zheng to stand on his own, the two brothers were inseparable.
Zhong Cai smiled and asked, "Brother Tan, what's the matter?"
Tan Zheng had spent a long time with these two people and had taken the initiative to follow them, so he had always been both respectful and close to them. Now he smiled and said, "It's nothing major, but recently many low-grade medicinal herbs have matured in the herb gardens on both sides. I wanted to ask if there are any arrangements."
Zhong Cai suddenly realized and said, "You can pick the lower-grade ones and sell them directly to the Lingxian Sect. If the sect doesn't need them, send them to nearby towns to sell. You can keep the money and distribute it as a reward every year according to everyone's skills and contributions."
Tan Zheng, of course, readily agreed.
He then asked, "And some level six medicinal herbs are also ripe..."
Zhong Cai said, "Then pick them all and bring them to my house."
Tan Zheng said, "Yes."
After that, the two brothers didn't linger there and turned back to continue their work.
Having these two brothers handle affairs certainly reduced a lot of trouble for Mr. and Mrs. Zhong.
Therefore, the couple also rewarded the brothers quite a bit.
Both sides were delighted.
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Meanwhile, Wu Dongxiao and Xuan Bing returned to the Flying Star Continent through the Gate of All Beings.
At this moment, they are in a hidden cave in a mountain range.
Wu Dongxiao dusted himself off and said, "Senior brother, let's go back to the academy first."
Xuan Bing agreed.
Wu Dongxiao added, "After I go back, I plan to see my two grandmasters. I should also tell them this news."
Xuan Bing nodded.
Wu Dongxiao added, "After Master comes out of seclusion, we'll give this spot to her as well."
Xuan Bing couldn't help but chuckle: "I'm afraid Master doesn't want to hear you call her 'old lady,' so you'd better be careful."
Wu Dongxiao scratched his face: "Don't worry, senior brother, I've got it."
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The two brothers rode their fiery phoenixes and quickly returned to the academy.
The mere sight of the iconic fire phoenix caused a stir among the many disciples in the academy, who all looked up at the two figures.
"Senior Brother Wu and Senior Brother Xuan are back!"
"They've been elusive all these years, and every time they appear, their aura is stronger!"
"Indeed! I remember the last time I saw these two, they weren't as terrifying as they are now!"
"The improvement is too great, at least several times better."
"I really don't know how they got promoted..."
Amidst the many whispers and discussions, the two brothers returned directly to Feifeng Mountain.
After a day of rest and adjustment, they traveled together to the place where their two grandmasters resided the next day.
Yes, the two grandmasters.
In fact, ever since the Zhong and Wu couple became disciples of Sang Yunchu and Jiang Chongguang respectively, these two masters, who were originally only in a business relationship, gradually became acquainted. After the Zhong and Wu couple left the Flying Star Continent, the two masters grew even closer.
Out of consideration for his disciple, Sang Yunchu would refine more suitable pills for his disciple's Daoist partner's master.
Out of respect for his disciple, Jiang Chongguang often stayed by the side of his disciple's partner's master to protect their safety.
At the same time, the two would often drink tea together and chat about their respective disciples.
Over the years, the relationship between the two masters has become increasingly harmonious.
Wu Dongxiao, as the nephew of Zhong Wufu, came to Sang Yunchu with great determination to ask for guidance on difficult alchemy problems. Sang Yunchu gave him detailed instructions. Every time he came, he would meet Jiang Chongguang, who was also willing to teach him some martial arts experience.
When Wu Dongxiao experienced hardships, with his cultivation level fluctuating, his physical body in ruins, and his strength fluctuating, he would seek help from his two grandmasters. Most of the time, he recovered with the help of his two grandmasters.
Therefore, Wu Dongxiao held his two grandmasters in high esteem.
This was not only because of his two uncles, but also because his two grandmasters were very powerful and helped him a lot—even though the two grandmasters were only doing so because of his two uncles, he was the one who received the benefits.
Wu Dongxiao also felt close to his two grandmasters.
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Inside the hilltop mansion.
Xuan Bing escorted Wu Dongxiao to the gate and then returned to Feifeng Mountain.
Wu Dongxiao knocked on the door, not daring to look directly at the mansion.
It's not anything else, it's just too dazzling.
Even though he had come many times, he was always blinded by the sheer brilliance of the black stones used to build the walls—the number of black stones used to build the walls increased year by year, and their brilliance became more and more dazzling each year—because the grade of the black stones had improved significantly.
Fortunately, he soon heard a gentle voice.
"Is that Dongxiao? Come in,"
With that voice, the door opened.
Wu Dongxiao strode in and, following the sound, quickly found his two grandmasters drinking tea in their usual spot.
He didn't hesitate at all, and immediately said, "Grandmasters, I've met Uncle Zhong and Uncle Xiao!"
At that moment, Sang Yunchu and Jiang Chongguang both looked at Wu Dongxiao.
Because of the sudden surge of emotions between the two, their unintentional bursts of energy immediately put considerable pressure on Wu Dongxiao.
But male protagonists are known for their exceptional resilience under pressure!
Moreover, Sang Jiang and the other person weren't deliberately trying to pressure him, so Wu Dongxiao quickly regained his composure.
Sang Yunchu and Jiang Chongguang realized what was happening and immediately restrained their imposing manner.
But while his imposing manner subsided, his emotions could not be calmed down immediately.
Sang Yunchu composed herself and asked with a hint of urgency, "Dongxiao, how did you see them?"
Jiang Chongguang has a loud voice; when he speaks freely, the surrounding space vibrates.
"Could those two kids be back? But that doesn't make sense. If they were back, why didn't they come to see us?"
Wu Dongxiao quickly explained, "My two uncles have now joined the Lingxian Sect and the War God Palace, both level-nine forces on the top continent. They are top figures among the young disciples of these forces and are highly valued by them."
Upon hearing this, both masters breathed a barely perceptible sigh of relief.
Wu Dongxiao continued to explain, "The main reason we were able to meet this time is because of the Gate of All Beings..."
Next, Wu Dongxiao spoke at length, recounting everything he knew.
Sang Yunchu and Jiang Chongguang listened, their expressions changing with each step of Wu Dongxiao's explanation.
After a long while, they all breathed a slight sigh of relief.
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Sensing the emotions of his two grandmasters, Wu Dongxiao was no longer so nervous.
In fact, he knew very well that his two uncles cared about their grandmaster. The reason they didn't give him the resources to bring to their grandmaster was because they were worried about him—because his uncles didn't know if he was willing to let their grandmaster know about the Gate of All Beings.
Wu Dongxiao deliberately didn't mention it, wanting to give his two uncles a surprise.
He wanted to allocate the spots for entering the Land of All Beings to his two grandmasters, so that he could bring them along when the time came...
Maybe he can give Uncle Zhong a fright!
And because of this surprise, even if Uncle Zhong is frightened, his younger uncle certainly won't blame him—because Uncle Zhong will definitely be more surprised than frightened!
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On Qianyuan Island, Zhong Cai sneezed.
He was refining pills at the moment, but when he sneezed, the furnace almost exploded.
Fortunately, he remained calm and quickly resolved the problem.
Zhong Cai continued adding the medicinal herbs while stroking her chin.
Hmm, could someone be insulting him?
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