Chapter 1054 - 726: Blood Refining Divine Corpse

Chapter 1054: Chapter 726: Blood Refining Divine Corpse

In a modestly furnished box room, Shen Xuan met the legendary True Monarch Wu Wei.

An elder with white hair and beard, whose gaze was calm and whose aura was serene—like a deep and ancient well—was seated at the head.

If not for prior knowledge of his identity, you would think he’s a kind elder from the secular world.

"Fellow Daoist Zheng, you’re here."

True Monarch Wu Wei slightly nodded, his gaze landing on Shen Xuan. With a gentle flick of his sleeve,

two streaks of black light flew out, hovering before Shen Xuan and transforming into two black jade scrolls.

They were precisely the [Blood Refining Divine Corpse Technique] and [Divine Control Corpse Technique].

Shen Xuan dared not delay, and promptly retrieved a cold-emanating Jade Box from his Storage Pouch, offering it with both hands to Wen Yuanhao, who stood respectfully by his side, to present.

Inside the box was none other than a millennia-old Dragon Bone Fruit.

He only had two of these fruits left.

True Monarch Wu Wei accepted the Jade Box, slightly opening it to reveal a crack, allowing the rich and pure essence of the spirit fruit to pervade the room.

Satisfaction flickered in his eyes, and then he closed it, nodding slightly.

Only then did Shen Xuan cautiously extend his Divine Sense towards the two hovering black jade scrolls.

As his Divine Sense entered, countless complex, obscure, and ominous Demon Dao runes instantly flooded into his Sea of Consciousness, accompanied by terrifying visions of mountains of corpses and seas of blood, where vengeful souls wailed.

Shen Xuan quickly scanned the introductory outline and some core principles, confirmed the technique’s complete framework and profound concept, made his judgment, and withdrew his Divine Sense.

Such high-tier transmissions from the Demon Sect cannot be comprehended in a short time.

It was sufficient to confirm that they were genuine originals, devoid of hidden marks or traps targeting his Divine Soul.

"Indeed, this millennium Dragon Bone Fruit is excellent, brimming with Spiritual Power."

True Monarch Wu Wei placed the Jade Box aside: "The Fu Hai Commerce Alliance and the Five Lakes Commerce Alliance both bid for this inheritance. The value of what they offered is comparable to the Dragon Bone Fruit Fellow Daoist Zheng presented. Do you know why I chose you alone?"

Shen Xuan felt a slight chill in his heart, but appeared increasingly respectful, lower his head, and said, "True Monarch is prudent and thoughtful, beyond what a junior like me can fathom."

True Monarch Wu Wei did not speak further, and his gaze darkened.

A strong Divine Sense soundlessly enveloped him.

From head to toe, Shen Xuan was thoroughly examined.

The two stood merely three yards apart.

At such a distance, an ordinary Golden Core Cultivator would be unable to hide their foundations, cultivation, and technique attributes beneath the Divine Sense of a Nascent Soul True Monarch.

However, Shen Xuan possessed the Suppressing Heaven Stone, sealing his Ice Technique Golden Core and restraining his Body Refining aura.

At this moment, only the pure and potent Fire Spirit aura was visible.

True Monarch Wu Wei’s Divine Sense swept past like a breeze over a hill, lingering slightly, without detecting much abnormality.

He only sensed that Shen Xuan’s foundation was solid, his Fire Spirit pure, which was rare among peers of the same level.

True Monarch Wu Wei’s eyes briefly showed appreciation, then he withdrew his Divine Sense.

"Fellow Daoist Zheng, are you willing to serve in the Myriad Phenomena Immortal City?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Xuan was initially startled, then suddenly understood.

The other party had hinted at his identity as "Shen Xingchen", the Pill Master.

A Loose Cultivator who could produce over twenty top-grade Golden Transformation Pills at once was rare in this Immortal City.

"Shen Xingchen"—the name—had long ceased to be a secret among the city’s upper circles.

"Fellow Daoist’s foundation is solid, you have great potential."

True Monarch Wu Wei’s tone was gentle, with a hint of recruiting intent.

"Though this [Blood Refining Divine Corpse Technique] is the original secret transmission, it is ultimately a Demon Sect secret technique, perilous and unpredictable. If you wish to serve in the Immortal City, I can petition the Daoist Palace to apply for the Palace’s revered [Fiery Sun Celestial Fire Technique] for you. It is upright and formidable. What do you think?"

[Fiery Sun Celestial Fire Technique]!

The core true inheritance of the Myriad Phenomena Daoist Palace, renowned throughout Qin Country as a top-tier Fire Element Technique.

True Monarch Wu Wei’s words clearly demonstrated his intent to recruit.

The offer was indeed generous.

Shen Xuan remained silent for a long time, his mind racing with thoughts, seeming to repeatedly consider.

Ultimately, he bowed respectfully and spoke sincerely.

"I, Shen Xingchen, thank True Monarch for his appreciation and favor. My nature is carefree and unrestrained, preferring idleness. I’m afraid I am ill-suited for the responsibilities of serving in the Immortal City. I dare not disrespect True Monarch’s kindness; I hope for your understanding."

Upon hearing these words, there was no sign of anger on True Monarch Wu Wei’s face. He gently sighed, seeming to have anticipated this.

"So be it. Everyone has their ambitions."

He gestured and instructed Wen Yuanhao standing by: "Yuanhao, since the transaction is complete, lead Fellow Daoist Shen to leave through the secret passage. Avoid the Fu Hai Commerce Alliance and the Five Lakes Commerce Alliance."

"Yes, I shall obey True Monarch’s decree!" Wen Yuanhao hastily bowed and agreed.

Shen Xuan bowed deeply to True Monarch Wu Wei, carefully pocketed the two black jade scrolls, and turned to follow Wen Yuanhao out of the box room.

His identity had been revealed; there was no need for further concealment.

This was anticipated by Shen Xuan.

This transaction’s seller was Myriad Phenomena Daoist Palace, which waived the intermediary commission.

Wen Yuanhao led Shen Xuan, turning behind what appeared to be a decorative mural.

The mural rotated open, revealing a deep jade stone secret passage behind.

The two stepped inside, the mural silently closed behind them, isolating all outside sounds.

Meanwhile, the auction continued to be lively.