Chapter 1230: Treasure Girl

Chapter 1230: Chapter 1228: Treasure Girl

The two quickly reached a consensus, and Wang Zhan followed in Ling Ruo’s footsteps, swiftly heading towards the area where the spirit beasts were located.

Since Ling Ruo knew the exact location, the two didn’t take any detours and reached the depths of the back mountain within a few hours!

After Wang Zhan glanced around the surroundings, he could vaguely see the position of Elixir Valley when he turned back. He then asked in confusion, “Could it be that the spirit beast you mentioned is in this area?”

“This place isn’t very far from Elixir Valley. If the spirit beast had some strength, it would surely alarm the people in Elixir Valley. How could it exist silently in this area for so long? And if there are any genius earth treasures, they should have been taken by others instead of us?”

Ling Ruo nodded, a slight smile curling at her lips as she spoke again, “You’re completely right. But the reason they haven’t discovered the spirit beast is because of the barrier I set up around this place, specifically to cover the beast’s aura!”

“Since it’s something good, how could I let others easily obtain it? This is a treasure I’ve set my eyes on, so even if the Valley Master comes here personally, I wouldn’t tell him anything about the spirit beast!”

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhan was taken aback for a moment. He looked at Ling Ruo beside him with curiosity, then directly asked, “I’m curious then? Why are you telling me all this? Is it just because of my strength?”

“You’re also from Elixir Valley, so you probably have some friends there. Even if you don’t seek my help, you should be able to find a lot of help, right? So there’s no reason you need me to act. What’s going on here?”

Wang Zhan still remembered everything that happened by the river. Ling Ruo seemed to have great relationships with people in Elixir Valley, and everyone surrounded Ling Ruo. Even when Wang Zhan attacked Ling Ruo, those people sided with Wang Zhan to protect Ling Ruo.

Looking at Ling Ruo, Wang Zhan was clearly waiting for his answer.

There’s no such thing as a free lunch in this world, and from Wang Zhan’s point of view, Ling Ruo isn’t a fool. She must have her own plan, but even Wang Zhan couldn’t guess what this woman was thinking.

After hesitating for a moment, Ling Ruo slowly started to speak, “Since you’ve already figured it out, I won’t hide it from you. I don’t want to tell the people in Elixir Valley about this matter, nor do I want to cooperate with them.”

“You should be able to see that everyone in Elixir Valley is selfish and always looking out for themselves, without concerning themselves with the feelings of those around them. That’s why I dislike them!”

“Now that I’ve seen you, although you’re pretty much the same and haven’t given me a good impression, compared to those guys, at least you’re a bit more decent. The most important thing is you have the Ninefold Thunder Sound Tower. If we can’t manage the spirit beast, at least we can control it through you, reducing some of our pressure! This is what I value most.”

So it was because of the Ninefold Thunder Sound Tower.

Wang Zhan couldn’t help but glance at Ling Ruo twice. This woman was quite interesting, and now she’s even shared the truth with him. Wang Zhan could tell she wasn’t lying. The spirit beast’s power was evidently great, making even Ling Ruo apprehensive.

In his heart, Wang Zhan was clear. Having been on the Star War Battlefield for so many years, he had a good understanding of it. There are indeed many unknown spirit beasts. The Fire Qilin and the Hexagonal Golden Snake beside him were among them.

The strength they displayed was something even Wang Zhan was wary of. They were too powerful. If it came to a fight, Wang Zhan was confident against the Fire Qilin but would need to use many trump cards. Dealing with the Hexagonal Golden Snake wouldn’t be easy either.

One should know that the Hexagonal Golden Snake’s power was at its peak, with a great gap between it and Wang Zhan. Even if Wang Zhan used all his means, he couldn’t contend against it!

Given time, Wang Zhan might surpass the Hexagonal Golden Snake, but it would take time, considering it had been cultivating for years, and there was a significant age gap between them!

While pondering this, Wang Zhan suddenly heard Ling Ruo’s voice.

Ling Ruo pointed ahead, saying, “The light screens over there are the barriers I set up. These barriers not only hide the beast’s aura but also prevent it from leaving. However, the spirit beast doesn’t seem to want to leave; I’ve stayed here for a while without seeing any movement from it!”

Only then did Wang Zhan understand that Ling Ruo remained by the river to guard the spirit beast, but evidently not for its sake. She was more interested in finding what the beast was hiding!

After all, where there’s a spirit beast guarding, there must be genius earth treasures!

The reason Wang Zhan accompanied Ling Ruo here was, of course, for those treasures.

“Then how do we get in? If you open the barrier now, it might alert that beast, right? Plus, people down the mountain might notice our movements, complicating our situation.”

Wang Zhan frowned.

If everyone from Elixir Valley rushed over, even if the beast was dealt with, the genius earth treasures it guarded might be out of reach, which was frustrating.

Moreover, if the treasures were tempting enough for everyone, even the senior folks from Elixir Valley might come to take a share.

Given this area belonged to Elixir Valley, if they planned to take it by force, Wang Zhan wouldn’t know how to confront them. After all, Zuo Linglong was still with Xu Changqiu. Wang Zhan trusted Xu Changqiu completely, but if Wang Zhan fell out with Elixir Valley, who knows what the consequences might be!

It was uncertain what Xu Changqiu might do, potentially threatening Zuo Linglong’s life.

Not only did the people in the Sky Pavilion consider Zuo Linglong valuable, but even Wang Zhan did.

After all, Zuo Linglong could refine many elixirs, and she might become a key figure in helping the Sky Pavilion develop, so protecting her was crucial. Nothing should happen to her.

Wang Zhan considered Zuo Linglong like a sister, so no matter the situation, he would unconditionally protect her.

“Wang Zhan.”

“You underestimate me, don’t you? My expertise is in formation techniques, though compared to your strength, there’s a significant gap. But in terms of formation cultivation, not even ten of you can match one of me!”

On hearing this, Wang Zhan curiously glanced at Ling Ruo and asked, “Formations? Weren’t they something that disappeared long ago? How do you still know how to set them up?”

Wang Zhan was aware of formations, especially since he controlled the Ten Thousand Lightning Formation. He knew their terror.

His mastery over the formation was due to being taught, and setting one up independently wasn’t easy!

Given Ling Ruo was even younger than him, how could she achieve this?

Wang Zhan was equally puzzled.

Ling Ruo continued on her own, “Perhaps it’s due to talent? Your strength is evident; even many in Elixir Valley, Xu Changqiu, and Wu Yanxu, couldn’t easily compete with you, showcasing your talent!”

“But you have your talent, and I have mine. Your cultivation is indeed shocking, but my formation cultivation matches that. Otherwise, why would the Valley Master let me stay in Elixir Valley?”

Oh…

Wang Zhan looked at Ling Ruo with curiosity and quickly asked, “From what you’re saying, the reason you’re in Elixir Valley is because of the Valley Master?”

“Yes, otherwise why would I waste my time here? I’d rather do what I like and enjoy the wonders of the Star War Battlefield. Wouldn’t that be nice?”

Ling Ruo rolled her eyes at Wang Zhan and added.

Being the same age as Zuo Linglong, if not for certain factors, he would only like to do the same monotonous things every day.

Young people should have dreams; otherwise, what’s the point of being young?

Wang Zhan shook his head, smiling, surprised that Ling Ruo turned out to be a treasure girl.