Chapter 1002 - 712: Connections with Big Shots, High-Level Intelligence

Chapter 1002: Chapter 712: Connections with Big Shots, High-Level Intelligence

"Hehe! What is Elder Lin saying!"

"I just wanted to trade with the two young friends, but since they are unwilling, I won’t force them, hehe!"

"Is there any need for such a big fight?"

When Divine Monarch Lingtian saw the situation was unfavorable, especially considering the esteemed Elder Lin of Celestial Star City,

backed by the Heaven-Holding Hall, he, as an independent cultivator, could not afford to provoke them.

Moreover, regardless of these matters, both were Void Refining Stage cultivators, yet even with both of them combined, it was uncertain they could defeat the opponent.

After all, with the immense resources supplied by the Immortal City, their intrinsic strength was incomparable to that of his unorthodox, independent cultivation.

Thus, Divine Monarch Lingtian sensibly decided to capitalize on the opportunity to retreat.

Elder Lin was unaware of the deep grudge between him and the youth ’Lii Qianjie’, hence would not engage in quarrels over such a minor issue, nor be nitpicky.

"Farewell, Fellow Daoist Ling." Elder Lin said only indifferently.

Baili Hui breathed a sigh of relief.

He had already heard from Qin Ming about the discord with Divine Monarch Lingtian, never expecting it to be so grave.

Earlier, looking at Ling Tianjun’s demeanor, it seemed he was already poised to act against them secretly.

Fortunately, the Star Guard from Celestial Star City arrived timely to prevent this conflict.

He had just clung to this powerful ally in Qin Ming and did not want to cause any trouble for him.

Baili Hui was exceptionally astute, easily deducing that anything valued by both Qin Ming and Divine Monarch Lingtian was undoubtedly not as simple as it appeared.

He did not expect that the item he accidentally obtained would lead to such a fierce confrontation between them.

For a moment, he was at a loss for words.

Meanwhile.

Divine Monarch Lingtian quickly considered his options upon seeing the Golden Armor Star Guard Elder from the Heaven-Holding Hall stepping forward; he saluted Elder Lin and prepared to leave.

But in the next moment.

The surrounding Spiritual Qi began to tremble violently; a colossal spiritual pressure suddenly descended upon the scene.

All present felt an intense fear, as if the other party could easily erase them with just a thought.

Those with lower cultivation immediately fell to the ground, pale-faced.

Even Elder Lin and Divine Monarch Lingtian, despite being in the Void Refining Stage, could not avoid it; their expressions changed as they hurriedly used their mana to resist this discomfort.

"Hmph! Is this how the Human Race treats their guests?"

"Have you really set your sights on our Wood Crystal Race’s caravan? Do you want to leave without giving me an explanation?"

A voice echoed,

as a duo, one older and one younger, walked over from a nearby street.

When the crowd’s gaze fell upon the spirited grey-robed elder, they all showed astonishment.

Because this person’s cultivation realm was significantly higher than Elder Lin and Divine Monarch Lingtian, seeming unfathomable...

As Qin Ming recognized the newcomers, a hint of surprise appeared on his face.

’It turns out to be the Wind Elder of the Wood Crystal Race and Qian Mo Fairy from the Nine Spirits Commerce Association.’

Seeing them appear.

All Wood Crystal Race members present immediately stepped forward and respectfully saluted:

"Greetings, Great Elder Feng!!"

"Welcome, General Steward!"

...

At this moment.

The cultivators present realized that these two were indeed significant figures within the Wood Crystal Race.

"So, it’s Fellow Daoist Feng from the Wood Crystal Race; pleasure to meet you!"

Elder Lin, seeing the late-stage Void Refining Wind Elder arriving, hurriedly greeted him.

"This is merely a minor misunderstanding, already resolved by me, and has no impact on your sect’s booth; how could it possibly require Fellow Daoist Feng’s personal attendance?"

However, the next moment.

A shocking scene unfolded.

Wind Elder, accompanied by Qian Mo Fairy, wore a stern expression and completely ignored Elder Lin’s words.

With a substantial gap between late-stage and early-stage Void Refining cultivation realm, Elder Feng indeed had no need to show the other party any courtesy.

The transition from the early-stage to the late-stage realm requires overcoming two formidable Void Refining Tribulations; those who survive the Celestial Tribulation and reach this stage are individuals with extraordinary divine abilities and strength within the Spirit Realm.

It is said that a late-stage Void Refining may effortlessly eliminate early-stage cultivators.

A mere motion of the fingers suffices.

Elder Lin immediately showed embarrassment, yet dared not speak more for fear of angering the great cultivator of the Wood Crystal Race before him.

As Divine Monarch Lingtian witnessed the scene, cold sweat ran down his back, sensing an ominous feeling.

Sure enough.

Under everyone’s scrutiny, Wind Elder arrived directly before Qin Ming, stopped, and with a hearty expression, smiled and addressed him: "Friend Lii, we meet again. Are they speaking the truth?"

Qian Mo Fairy also approached and gracefully bowed: "Elder Lii, long time no see."

Qin Ming smiled, greeted the two, and cupped his hands:

"Elder Feng."

"Qian Mo Fairy."

"I didn’t expect you both to be here; I was thinking of visiting the Nine Spirits Commerce Association to try my luck with you."

"The matter here is settled, without any trouble."

Qin Ming spoke with a lightheartedness, as if he was very familiar with the two.

Witnessing this scene.

Not only were the onlookers shocked, but even Li Changqing and the others, as well as Elder Lin and Yao Tiannan, were astonished.

For a moment, their hearts were in turmoil.

’Fellow Daoist Li... how could you know such a deeply cultivated Wood Crystal Race elder?’

’Judging by their relationship with Fellow Daoist Qin, it is clearly not ordinary...’

"Hmph! Get lost, don’t let me run into you again, or I won’t be so polite." Elder Feng Qi finally turned and said a word to Divine Monarch Lingtian.

After speaking, he retracted all the spiritual pressure aura, and Divine Monarch Lingtian finally felt like he had been granted amnesty, his complexion was quite colorful, like a jar of overturned sauce.

"I have greatly offended this Wood Crystal Race elder."

He instantly bowed with cupped hands to Elder Feng Qi and left this place shamefully.

Divine Monarch Lingtian, a dignified Void Refining Cultivator, today’s events have tarnished his reputation.

And it has been witnessed by so many people, his reputation as a Void Refining Independent Cultivator is bound to be significantly affected.

Once he departed, the intense atmosphere on-site eased quite a bit.

Then.

After this little skirmish ended.

Elder Feng Qi smiled at Qin Ming and said, "An invitation is not as good as a chance encounter; perhaps Friend Lii would like to sit in our commerce association?"

"I originally planned to visit your Little Turtle Peak after the meeting to personally invite you for a cup of Spirit Wine, hahaha!"

"Elder Feng is too kind, I am honored." Qin Ming immediately replied.

Then he greeted Elder Lin and Yao Tiannan, preparing to go upstairs with Elder Feng.

As he was about to leave.

Elder Lin couldn’t help but secretly transmit a message to Qin Ming, asking, "Friend Lii, how do you know this Elder Feng from the Wood Crystal Race?"

It should be known that those who can sit at the negotiation table in Starlight Hall are no ordinary people.

"To be truthful with Elder Lin, I once traveled through the Wood Crystal Race before arriving in Celestial Star City... by a stroke of luck, I got to know Elder Feng and others..." Qin Ming also secretly replied.

Elder Lin slightly nodded, "This Elder Feng not only has deep cultivation strength, possessing a Late-Stage Void Refining cultivation, but his background is also extraordinary!"

"Even I need to show him respect."

"Gaining his recognition is indeed quite rare and fortuitous, such connections and resources should be maintained... it may greatly assist you in the future."

"Thank you for the reminder, Elder Lin." Qin Ming said likewise.

Following that.

Qin Ming bid farewell to Elder Lin and Yao Tiannan and did not forget to say to Li Changqing and others:

"Fellow Daoists, I have some personal matters to attend to and might return to the mountain later, so there’s no need to wait for me."

Li Changqing saw Qin Ming, who unexpectedly befriended a Void Refining stage bigwig from the Wood Crystal Race, and even stood up for him, which speaks volumes.

All of them displayed expressions of great envy; such prominent figures in the Cultivation Realm are not easy to impress.

Therefore, they cupped their hands towards Qin Ming and said, "Since Fellow Daoist Li has important matters, we shall proceed ahead."

"Upon returning to the East Bamboo Mountain Range, we must have a good gathering with Fellow Daoist Li."

The attitude and view towards this ’Fellow Daoist Li,’ from the ancestors of the other Spirit Plant Sect at this moment, turned from initial compliments to increasingly serious respect.

...

Inside the Nine Spirits Commerce Association of the Wood Crystal Race in Celestial Star City.

Qin Ming followed Elder Feng Qi and Qian Mo Fairy into a very charming private room. ℴ

"Elder Feng, please try this Spirit Rhinoceros Jade Liquid from the junior."

After speaking, he deftly poured Spirit Wine for the two.

"Haha! I still prefer this from Friend Lii; I can hardly wait." Elder Feng Qi laughed heartily, raised the cup, drank it all, and showed a look of endless aftertaste.

"The junior has recently been working on another kind of Immortal Mansion Spirit Brew; the taste should be better than this Spirit Rhinoceros Jade Liquid. Once I brew it, I’ll send some to Elder Feng to try." Qin Ming also said opportunistically.

Elder Feng Qi’s eyes lit up upon hearing this, "Oh? Better than this? I’m quite looking forward to it."

Before long.

Qian Mo Fairy beside them ordered some special Spirit Food of the Wood Crystal Race, and the three began leisurely small talk.

After three rounds of drinks.

Originally, Qin Ming did not intend to inquire, but he heard Elder Feng mention the negotiations of several races here.

This is a significant piece of intelligence in the upper echelons of the Cultivation Realm, and he didn’t expect him to divulge it to him.

Qin Ming’s spirit lifted, and he promptly set down his cup and listened attentively.

"This alliance of several races has reached a preliminary consensus, and it is estimated that soon they will form a coalition to seal and suppress the Underworld ghosts at the Netherworld Abyss."

"A localized war is inevitable, and perhaps even your human race main cities will be affected, and maybe other alien races might secretly infiltrate nearby to harass, so Friend Lii must be cautious."

Qin Ming couldn’t help but feel alarmed on hearing this, asking, "May I ask Elder Feng, is this situation impacting even the Kunlun Realm?"

"Yes, during the previous alliance talks among the races, the Feather Spirit Race’s Old Monster Xuanyu uncovered some critical intelligence."

"According to him, this sudden attack on the Netherworld Abyss by the Biling Race, Yan Mountain Race, Ink Shadow Race, and Profound Radiance Race, is instigated by the Demon Race..." Elder Feng Qi slowly nodded.

"Demon Race?" Qin Ming was surprised by this.

The Humans, Demons, and Monsters have always been at odds in the Spirit Realm, with the other two races even trying in every possible way to send people to the lower realm to sever the human race’s heritage in the Human Realm.

It is imaginable how bad the relations between the three races have become.

"Indeed, the Demon Race... seems some cultivators have secretly crossed into the Underworld from the spirit realm’s convergence point and have reached some sort of agreement there, appearing to be searching for something important..."

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