Chapter 267 Vajra Relics
Zhou Ye was sleeping, and Gao Xian did not call the old man, so he went back to his bedroom.
After checking and making sure that nothing had been tampered with, Gao Xian went to bed to rest.
Lu Jingxu reminded him again and again, and Gao Xian really didn't dare to be careless. His life was his own, and even if he didn't believe in evil, there was no need to take risks.
Gao Xian just saved Wei Cheng casually and didn't take it to heart.
If he stood by and watched, he might have the chance to become a thief, but he was a man of great integrity and kindness, so he could just talk big but he would never do such a wicked thing.
Gao Xian did his routine homework, but after thinking for a while he decided not to take out the Qingfeng Sword. His home was not that safe and not suitable for studying swordsmanship.
In the Xinxiang Temple, I practiced Qigong with Sister Lan. Although I couldn't see any progress in the Five Elements Qigong, my Great Five Elements Kung Fu had steadily improved by five points.
The improvement was not much, but it was very stable, which made Gao Xian feel good.
The next morning, Zhou Ye got up and went to Gao Xian's room to check as usual, but found Gao Xian sitting there reading a book.
Zhou Ye's old face suddenly showed a smile, "I'm back, I'll arrange for someone to prepare breakfast."
His relationship with Gao Xian is a bit complicated. He is considered Gao Xian's elder and depends on Gao Xian for a living. Add to that the matter of his daughter, and he feels awkward no matter how he addresses Gao Xian.
Zhou Ye usually just skipped the address and was more respectful in his attitude.
In fact, he felt quite regretful. There was no benefit in letting his daughter follow Master Xuan Yue. Instead, he couldn't even see his daughter.
It would be better to let his daughter follow Gao Xian, then he, the father-in-law, would be so comfortable! Unfortunately, with a single thought, she has now become Gao Xian's follower.
Gao Xian didn't know the old man's complicated thoughts. Anyway, after going through so many things, he felt at ease to order the old man around. This was also the path the old man had chosen himself.
In fact, he missed Zhou Yuling very much sometimes, but the master-disciple relationship in Qingyun Sect was very close and stable. Since Zhou Yuling had become his disciple, he could not speak up for Zhou Yuling even if he was a true disciple of Shenxiao.
Master Xuan Yue was a stubborn old woman, and he had no good solution.
Gao Xian had a quick breakfast, then made a pot of tea and fiddled with the Sun, Moon and Star Three Phases and Six Harmonies armband in the room.
Last night he and Lu Jingxu made an appointment to meet at Wanbaolou at 2:45 pm, which was 9:30 am.
His Sun, Moon and Star Tri-Phase Six-Combination Armband can measure time to an accuracy of one millisecond, or one second.
This was the knowledge he learned after arriving at the Sutra Discussion Institute, and he was able to truly understand how to use the Sun, Moon and Star Three-Aspect Six-Combination Armband.
One hour is divided into eight ke, one ke is divided into fifteen fen, and one fen is divided into sixty hao. However, this world prefers to use the unit of measurement of breath and the snap of a finger.
One finger snap equals one millisecond, or one second. One breath equals two seconds, or two finger snaps.
In fact, there are more accurate timekeeping instruments in this world.
Accurate timing is of great significance to high-level practitioners, especially large-scale magic arrays, long-range magic operations, etc., which all require precise control of time.
The reason why time is divided into decimals is that time was initially measured using sundials.
The shadow cast by the sundial needle moves one inch, which represents a certain amount of time. Hence the saying that an inch of time is worth an inch of gold.
As their magic skills improved, practitioners were able to master time more precisely. But for casual practitioners hanging out in the market, an approximate time was enough.
Just like in the era of electronic watches, old farmers in the countryside still judge the time by the sun, moon and stars, because there is no need for precise timekeeping.
Even in Qingyun Sect, accuracy to the moment is enough.
Gao Xian felt that accurate timekeeping was very necessary. With the Liuhe arm ring as a reference, he could calibrate his own time and thus precisely quantify various spells.
Through this quantification, he can also control the battle in detail. Just like the battle with Li Ye yesterday, he was able to accurately quantify Li Ye's speed, including the power of the sword light, etc.
After the battle, Gao Xian almost saw through Li Ye.
Spells and magic weapons can be hidden, but Li Ye's Jindan cultivation, swordsmanship level, and the degree of compatibility with the Qingfeng Sword cannot be hidden.
As long as the Fengyun Sword Classic can be advanced to the master level, and he has a good sword, killing Li Ye will not be too difficult!
Gao Xian couldn't help but think of the small cave at the foot of Qingxia Peak. Now that he had the Daluo Transformation and Avatar Technique, perhaps he could go in and take a look.
When Gao Xian was daydreaming, Zhou Ye knocked on the door and came in, "Wei Cheng and Wei Shuangshuang are here to see you..."
"Let them in."
When Gao Xian woke up early in the morning, he was thinking about the possibility that the couple might come.
After being rescued, it is only natural to come to the door to express gratitude. The couple are both foundation-building cultivators, so they must understand this bit of social etiquette.
Sure enough, these two came.
After a night, Wei Cheng's complexion was obviously much better, and his steps were steady. Although he still looked a little weak, he was no longer seriously injured.
Wei Shuangshuang also got rid of the sad, helpless and miserable look of last night. Her beautiful face was full of joy, and her eyes were bright and energetic. She looked refreshed and very charming.
As soon as the two came in, they clasped their fists and bowed deeply, thanking Gao Xian repeatedly.
Gao Xian stood up and gave them a little help. "We are all neighbors. It's just a small favor. You two don't have to be polite. Please take a seat."
Wei Shuangshuang said: "Thanks to your help, Old Wei was lucky enough to survive. This is a small token of our appreciation."
As she spoke, she took out a rosewood box, held it in both hands and placed it on the table in front of Gao Xian.
Gao Xian smiled and said, "Why bother?"
"How can I not repay your life-saving grace? Please accept it, fellow Taoist." Wei Shuangshuang said seriously.
"Well, it's also a kind gesture from both of you. I'll accept it."
Gao Xian thought about it and decided not to refuse. This gift was reasonable and appropriate. He got a benefit, the couple returned the favor, and everyone was happy.
Seeing Gao Xian accept the gift, Wei Cheng and Wei Shuangshuang were delighted, and they sat down.
After chatting for a few sentences, Gao Xian asked about the cause of the incident, and Wei Shuangshuang immediately told him what happened.
The couple, together with Tong Yan and Yuan Lin, often went to the South District to buy magical instruments and elixirs, and then resold them.
This is a gray business. Everyone knows that the origins of the magic weapons and elixirs are questionable, so they are cheap.
Ordinary people do not have the ability to enter and exit the South District at will, let alone trade with these guys in the South District.
Wei Shuangshuang, with the support of the Wei family, was also considered a top figure in Qingyun Sect. Together with Tong Yan and Yuan Lin, they made a lot of money by running this business.
As a result, during this period, a Five Poison Gang emerged in the South District and had repeated conflicts with them.
Last night they were trading Earth, Fire and Gold Essence in the South District when the Five Poison Gang suddenly rushed in and started fighting.
Wei Cheng was nearly stabbed to death by the Five Poison Swords in an attempt to save Wei Shuangshuang, while Yuan Lin was even more unlucky and disappeared in the chaos of the battle.
It was already dawn, and Yuan Lin hadn't returned yet. I guess he was killed by the Five Poison Gang.
Gao Xian thought of the magical flames he saw last night, which should be the work of Wei Cheng and the others.
Please...collect 6...9...books...!
He knew that the South District was in chaos, but after hearing what Wei Shuangshuang said, he was still a little surprised that the South District was in such a mess.
After all, this is the largest city under the Qingyun Sect and the central hub of the Qingyun Dao. How could so many Jindan Zhenren just let the southern district be in such chaos?
I think there must be many theories involved, with complicated interests involved.
Gao Xian thought of the original owner of the courtyard, Zhang Dongling, as well as Zheng Ting, Shui Yurong and others. They might have a collusion of interests with Wei Shuangshuang and Wei Cheng.
Zhang Dongling and his colleagues are from the Law Enforcement Court and the Protection Court, and they are in charge of these things.
So when Zhang Dongling and his men lost power and Shui Yurong died, the Five Poison Gang emerged in the South District. It must have been supported by some sectarian forces.
However, Wei Shuangshuang and Wei Cheng have always been very close to him. It is very likely that they have a bad relationship with Zhang Dongling! Gao Xian guessed that there must be all kinds of messy calculations and collusion of interests involved.
Wei Cheng and Wei both explained the situation in such detail and enthusiasm, probably because they wanted to drag him into the water.
But he was not interested in these. Spiritual stones were certainly good things, but this kind of money was a bit dirty. Once he got his hands on it, there would be all kinds of trouble.
It would be great if you could concentrate on cultivation during this time. As long as you have enough spiritual light, your cultivation will improve by leaps and bounds.
When your cultivation is high, it won’t be difficult to get anything you want.
Gao Xian certainly needs a lot of resources, but with the scale of their business, Wei Shuangshuang and Wei Cheng can't provide him with much help.
Wei Shuangshuang also noticed that Gao Xian was not very interested in these things, and she glanced at her husband Wei Cheng.
Wei Cheng pondered for a moment and said, "To be honest, the transaction last night was of great value. It included a Vajra relic of the Golden Elixir Master of the Dragon Elephant Palace and a Nine-Leaf Green Ganoderma, both of which were snatched away by the Five Poison Gang..."
Gao Xian's face remained expressionless, but his heart was beating fast: "The Dragon Elephant Palace has entered the Golden Core Master's Vajra Relic!"
The relics left behind by a monk after his death often carry some magical powers.
According to custom, Buddhist elixirs are all respectfully called Dharma Masters. The relics left by a elixir may embody the divine will of the vajra.
The vajra he practiced was a foundation-building level method, and there was no way to obtain a higher level vajra.
Regardless of whether this Vajra relic is useful or not, we should at least try it.
Gao Xian is becoming more and more cunning now, and Wei Cheng can't tell the changes in Gao Xian's mood.
In order to be more persuasive, he could only introduce the value of the two spiritual objects in detail.
"This Vajra relic came from a great monk several hundred years ago. It is said that he almost advanced to the Nascent Soul stage, but was ambushed by the enemy and died in the wilderness. He left behind this Vajra relic, which has been circulated outside..."
Wei Cheng said: "Nine-leaf Ganoderma lucidum is a thousand years old. This kind of spiritual medicine is the best for body refining and is worth at least 500,000 low-grade spiritual stones."
He showed a look of regret as he said this. He almost got the treasure, but the Five Poison Gang intervened.
As a result, they only got a piece of the lowest value Earth Fire Gold Essence. He was also seriously injured, and Yuan Lin died, the loss was extremely heavy.
What’s even more uncomfortable is that I can’t get rid of this anger.
What disappointed Wei Cheng and Wei was that Gao Xian didn't say anything from beginning to end, and finally politely sent the two of them out of the yard.
After returning to his room, Wei Shuangshuang activated the magic circle and couldn't help asking, "Fellow Daoist Gao, what does this mean?"
Wei Cheng sighed and shook his head, "This person is too deep-minded, I can't see through him."
Wei Shuangshuang said helplessly: "Is this the end?"
"Don't worry about it for now. The Five Poison Gang must have the support of Qingyun Sect's masters. It is very likely that they are Shui Yuying's people. Otherwise, they wouldn't be so rampant..."
Wei Cheng also looked helpless. Zhang Dongling and his gang were greedy. It was a good thing that they got out of here.
Unexpectedly, a group of even more ruthless people came and smashed the pot for them. It will be difficult for them to survive in the future.
Wei Cheng and Wei Shuangshuang were talking in the room, naturally without any scruples. They didn't know Gao Xian was watching them...
The Tai Chi Mysterious Light Invisible Heavenly Robe allowed Gao Xian to easily penetrate these low-level magic arrays without revealing any trace.
Not to mention Wei Cheng and Wei Shuangshuang, even the Jindan Zhenren might not be able to detect his existence.
After listening for a while, Gao Xian had an idea in his mind. Since Wei Cheng and Wei were both not lying, he really had to go and take a look at the South District!
(End of this chapter)