Chapter 751 - 516: The Name of the Blood-robed Elder, Qin Liang (2)

"You old geezer, stop probing."

After saying this, Wang Shan turned around and walked ahead.

Blood-robed Elder Qin Liang didn’t mind.

The two had experienced life and death together, using countless techniques. After years of interaction, they understood each other well, so there was no worry about any surprises.

At the entrance of the secret realm was a manor.

Although the manor had long been uninhabited, the people from Celestial South Market would send someone regularly to clean and maintain it, keeping the manor picturesque and refreshing.

The two walked along a path amidst the bamboo.

In the quiet bamboo grove, the wind whistled, bamboo leaves rustled and fell, like idle clouds and wild cranes, dancing with the wind, crisp and pleasant.

"Have you broken through to the late-stage Foundation Establishment Realm?

No wonder you dared to bring your Wang Clan members into this Celestial Serpent Secret Realm.

It’s a pity, the Celestial Cloud Technique cultivated by your Wang Clan.

Even at the Foundation Establishment level, it can’t compare to the Golden Core Technique of our Mortal World Quarter."

Qin Liang stroked his goatee, mockingly looking at Wang Shan.

Wang Shan rolled his eyes at the other and snorted coldly, "The Golden Core Technique is an unrivaled technique that only the true lineage of your Mortal World Quarter’s master can cultivate.

The rest practice only techniques of the Crystal Stage.

Although the Celestial Cloud Technique of my Wang Clan’s Foundation Establishment Realm is slightly inferior, it’s not much worse."

The two sat opposite each other at a stone table.

In terms of hard power, Wang Shan originally thought that this time, with his breakthrough to the late-stage Foundation Establishment, he could firmly suppress Qin Liang before him, not expecting the other to have also reached this realm.

Upon careful thought, cold sweat broke out on Wang Shan’s back.

If not for Zheng Yi’s appearance this time, giving him sufficient resources to further his progress, this meeting might have ended with his mid-stage Foundation Establishment self and the Piaomiao Mountain Wang clan being swallowed up by this long-time acquaintance.

In the cultivation realm, the strong are respected, and killing and looting are common, even among those with a hundred-year friendship. Moreover, their relationship had always been solely about benefits.

"I didn’t expect you to also reach the late-stage Foundation Establishment Realm."

Wang Shan lifted his eyes slightly and said slowly.

"Hahaha, how could I be inferior to you?"

Qin Liang laughed heartily in response.

After Qin Liang spoke, he looked intently at Wang Lei, the previous bit of greed in his eyes now completely gone.

Now, with both of them at the late-stage Foundation Establishment,

If he wished to take action against the Piaomiao Mountain Wang clan,

Even if successful, his Mortal World Quarter would suffer greatly.

And in demonic forces, such a severe loss means a step closer to destruction, as competition in the demonic path is far more brutal than in the righteous path, with no extra room for survival.

After a round of pleasantries, Wang Shan straightened up, prepared to leave, tightly holding onto the Blood Boiling Powder from before.

With enough Blood Boiling Powder,

Although he couldn’t completely control Qin Liang before him, he had full confidence to make the other cautious.

Seeing it this way,

Their strengths temporarily reached equilibrium.

Wang Shan left the tranquil courtyard, walking on the main road, followed silently by Elder Wang Lei and Young Clan Leader Wang Xingyin.

Both remained silent.

Indeed, the Wang clan’s strength had significantly improved compared to before.

That’s why the ancestor allowed only one Wang Family Elder and one younger member to know the circumstances at this level.

But in truth, even if the Wang clan advanced further due to Zheng Yi,

The gap compared to the Mortal World Quarter with a Golden Core Realm presence was still vast.

Perhaps the only advantage was that the Wang clan wasn’t dealing with the whole powerful Mortal World Quarter, just one steward of a branch.

After all, in demonic forces like Mortal World Quarter, where there’s Golden Core realm presence,

The leader of any branch would at least be of the Crystal Realm, far from what a mere Foundation Establishment could dictate, otherwise the sects with Golden Core power would become a laughingstock.

"Ancestor,"

The young clan leader Wan Xin couldn’t help but ask.

"Don’t worry, our Wang clan now has four experts at the Foundation Establishment Realm, something Qin Liang could never have imagined; this is our Wang clan’s trump card.

Coupled with the Wang clan’s Celestial Cloud Array, it will surely catch the opponent off guard."

Wang Shan said slowly.

The young clan leader Wang Xingyin and Elder Wang Lei behind him both let out a sigh of relief upon hearing this.

Soon,

The group returned to Celestial South Market.

At this moment, Zheng Yi had just walked out of the first-floor hall of the Celestial Treasure Pavilion.

He glanced towards the direction of the second floor.

Staff member Liu Ruyan immediately stepped forward, blocking him, smiling gently, and said in a soft voice, "Young master, if you wish to enter the second floor of the Celestial Treasure Pavilion,

you need identification credentials."

Upon hearing this, Zheng Yi became interested and softly inquired, "How does one do this?"

Liu Ruyan replied, "You need either the power and cultivation of the Foundation Establishment Realm, or to become a second-grade Alchemist."

"In that case, I indeed have no chance,"

Zheng Yi replied with a faint smile and left the Celestial Treasure Pavilion without hesitation.

Upon seeing Zheng Yi leave,

Other ladies in the pavilion gathered around Liu Ruyan.

An older, mature beauty, dressed in a purple long dress, with a flowing hem, a full bosom, and her fair skin seemingly about to break through the fabric, exuded grace and charm.

She said to Liu Ruyan, "Indeed, he is a handsome young man, but having already lost his Primordial Yang Body, he fears he might never break through to the Foundation Establishment Realm in this life.

Liu Ruyan, don’t misplace your trust."

After speaking, she turned and went to the second floor, as she was the person in charge of the Celestial Treasure Pavilion’s second floor.

Liu Ruyan lowered her head, not thinking much about it.

After all, it was just a brief encounter with Zheng Yi,

and it wasn’t uncommon to meet visitors like Zheng Yi in the Celestial Treasure Pavilion throughout the day.

However, the faint calmness in Zheng Yi’s demeanor truly left a deep impression.

...

Within Celestial South Market, there was an alchemy shop.

Named Wang Family Pill Pavilion, a straightforward name.

When Zheng Yi returned there,

The shop was already bustling with many customers, who left quickly after buying elixirs.

Celestial South Market is located at the edge of the Hundred Thousand Mountains, where Qi Cultivation Stage demon beasts often appeared, providing a living space for lower-level cultivators.

Venture slightly into the depths of the mountains,

and you may encounter high-level Qi stage demon beasts, and deeper in, you may even meet demon cultivators at the Foundation Establishment Stage.

This mountain had existed for an extremely long time, reportedly much older than the founding of Celestial South Market.

As for its connection to the Celestial Profound Sword Sect behind Celestial South Market, it’s uncertain, and it’s not something a lower-level cultivator like Zheng Yi should currently concern himself with.

Upon returning to the shop, several alchemy apprentices came forward to greet him, and with a wave, Zheng Yi headed to the backyard.

In the backyard, Wang Manman approached slowly.

She had strolled around Celestial South Market, clearly purchasing many things attired in silks and satin, gaining a more detailed understanding of the basic situation.

"Husband, this Celestial South Market is truly extraordinary."

Wang Manman’s eyes sparkled, she said warmly.

Zheng Yi nodded, "Let’s run this shop well.

This shop, though distributed to me by the family, is actually ours, essentially a business of the Zheng family."

Zheng Yi spoke again.

Wang Manman’s eyes filled with emotion as she looked at Zheng Yi and embraced him tightly.

What Zheng Yi said,

She understood, feeling joyful and content.

The two made a sumptuous dinner in the small courtyard, eating together, full of affection.

That night,

They embraced each other tightly as they fell asleep, once again.

...

A few days later, Zheng Yi followed the signal from the Wang clan and arrived at a location.

Alongside him were the Wang clan’s Foundation Establishment Realm elders sent to guard the place, with Wang Family Ancestor Wang Shan also present.

Wang Shan helped Zheng Yi up.

"Third Elder, Great Elder, please take your seats one by one,"

Wang Shan said slowly.

Master Zhang was also given a seat, representing one of the Wang family’s crucial figures.

Currently, those remaining present were members of the Wang clan, mostly the so-called Immortal Seedlings. Besides those with qualifications, the rest had no right to stand here.

Zheng Yi’s status was now entirely different.

Sitting upright, he looked forward,

with a wave of emotion in his gaze.

Because he saw that Master Zhang’s granddaughter, Wang Miaomiao, was among them...

Indeed, it was an impressive scene.