12dz Chapter 54 Counterattack
Chapter 54 Counterattack
“Master, in the secret realm, Junior Sister Ji, Junior Sister Liu, and I trained together. Later, we encountered a group of demonic beasts. During the battle, we were separated from Junior Sister Ji. Junior Sister Liu and I searched for Junior Sister Ji together.”
We searched for a long time, turning over every inch of the surrounding area, but found nothing. We only went into the crevice space on a whim.
When we arrived, we didn't know that Junior Sister Ji was inside. Junior Sister Liu went to try and pass through the barrier as soon as she saw the stone gate, while I stayed behind to continue investigating.
"Master, do you still remember that rogue cultivator we talked about before?"
Jane nodded.
“That rogue cultivator had Junior Sister Ji’s aura on him. He was sickly and had been unconscious the whole time. I was worried that he would escape, so I took him directly through another door.”
That was the pill-making assessment. My disciple's aptitude was limited, and she didn't pass. So I thought I'd take her out with me.
Just as we were about to take it out, we found we couldn't get out.
"I can go out alone," my disciple said, and then he went out of the stone gate alone.
Cheng Nan cautiously glanced up at his master and continued:
"I don't know when that rogue cultivator will wake up, or when he will be able to walk out of that door. I think Junior Sister Ji is probably behind the other door and went in as well."
Jian nodded; this approach was correct.
Ji Se lowered her eyes, concealing the emotions within.
Although Cheng Nan did all this because of "Ji Se", she was the one who benefited.
She couldn't possibly remain indifferent.
Cheng Nan gave up looking for opportunities and searched for her for four whole months. No one is obligated to do things for anyone else.
We must find a way to repay this favor.
"I just didn't expect that even after reaching the third level, I still couldn't find Junior Sister Ji, and I've been stuck there ever since."
Until Liu Xiang and his two companions arrived.
After they cleared the level, we all came out from the third level.
Master, we lied. I, Junior Sister Ji, and Junior Sister Liu did not take any more pill-refining tests after that.
Instead, they waited outside with Liu Xiang and the others for the final level to begin.
The ones going to take the pill-making assessment were Geng Yu, Zhong Qi, and that rogue cultivator.
Cheng Nan lowered his head in shame, not daring to look at Jian Wu.
"While we were waiting, perhaps it was because our cultivation levels were all lower than those of Liu Xiang and the other two."
Liu concealed something from us regarding the checkpoints.
During the ten days they spent together, he occasionally revealed murderous intent.
We remained secretly on guard.
Upon entering the final stage, Liu Xiang and I were grouped together. Before I could even get a foothold, he unleashed a deadly attack on me.
I fought back with all my might, but I was no match for her until Junior Sister Ji arrived…
Cheng Nan glanced at Ji Se, who remained expressionless, and continued, "Junior Sister Ji saved me, and we joined forces to kill Prime Minister Liu."
He looked nervously at his master, and seeing that his master's expression did not change, he continued:
"Not long after, a map appeared in my mind. Following the prompts, we arrived at our destination. At that time, only I, Junior Sister Ji, Geng Yu, Zhong Qi, and that rogue cultivator remained."
Soon after, a horde of beasts surrounded us, leaving us with nowhere to escape but to fight back desperately.
That rogue cultivator had us set traps. She refined the Amorous Flower—cough, those demonic beasts were exhausted to death before we could finally pass the level and receive the reward: a Rank 1 cultivation technique.
Cheng Nan's face turned bright red, and his palms were sweating profusely. He had concealed a little bit of the truth, and he wondered if his master would blame him.
There were too many loopholes; Jian Wu felt he couldn't bear to look at it.
"Jise, is there anything you'd like to add?"
Ji Se nodded: "Yes, I didn't encounter the monster back then. It was Junior Sister Liu who sprinkled beast-attracting powder on me. When I was on the verge of death, it was that rogue cultivator who saved me."
In the final stage, I was separated from Ling Wushuang. She tried to kill me, but I fought back and killed her.
My technique is a Heaven-rank cultivation method, not an Earth-rank one.
"what?"
Cheng Nan couldn't help but cry out.
We all worked together to complete the challenge, but the gap between us is so huge.
Jian Wu's pupils contracted slightly, not because he was easily agitated or lacked composure, but because Heaven-rank cultivation techniques were simply too rare.
The Heavenly Sword Sect has a history of 30,000 years, but it only has twenty Heavenly Rank cultivation techniques.
Ten thousand years ago, there were countless powerful individuals who created their own heavenly-level cultivation techniques.
The demons invaded, causing devastating losses to the Misty Continent. Less than one-tenth of its heritage remained, and spiritual energy was almost nonexistent.
It took ten thousand years for the spiritual energy to slowly recover, only to regain 30% of what it was ten thousand years ago.
"The Heavenly Rank cultivation technique was a deal between that rogue cultivator and me. She made a request, and I agreed."
Jian Wu was worried that his little apprentice would be deceived, but there was nothing he could do; the child was just too soft-hearted.
"any request?"
"I must be available whenever her life is in danger."
"Is she special?"
Ji Se nodded: "At the fourth level of Qi Refining, refine three-tier mid-grade pills, ten pills per batch."
Jian Wu immediately understood the danger involved.
This was something that even a third-tier alchemist at the fourth level of Qi Refining had never heard of or seen before.
Not to mention that every furnace was full.
Whichever faction gets their hands on it will treat it with reverence, while other factions will hunt it down.
"I hope Master and Senior Brother will keep this a secret. She promised me that as long as I want it and she has it, she will definitely sell it to me."
“We support each other. If my senior brother and master need to refine pills in the future, you will provide the spiritual plants. She promised to split the profits 30/70, with you getting 30% and her getting 70%, but she cannot guarantee a full furnace.”
Ji Se shut up.
Cheng Nan kept glancing at his master and then at his junior sister, feeling like his brain couldn't keep up.
They're all going through the same trials and tribulations, so why is there such a huge difference between people?
Jian Wu didn't necessarily intend to recruit people into the Tianyi Sword Sect; cooperation was a good option.
"Did you add him on the contact list before because of him?"
Gise nodded.
"The pills will be sold to the four of us first."
"Yes, I understand. You can tell him that as long as he keeps his word, I will help him three times."
"Thank you, Master!"
Ji Se's lips curled up. Her master's actions were on a completely different level from her own. Having another backer was certainly better.
Jian Wu thought about it more.
Although Cheng Nan concealed some crucial details, he could imagine the dangers involved.
However, the rogue cultivator resolved the matter single-handedly.
It is clear that this person is not lacking in strategy, courage, wisdom, or talent.
Rather than destroying a genius, it's better to win one over. Even if you can't win one over, cooperation is still a good option.
The advantages outweigh the disadvantages.
For example, the Heavenly Rank cultivation technique that Ji Se obtained is the best example.
A single Heavenly Rank cultivation technique is enough to protect an entire power for a lifetime.
The four major sects would have been the best choice, yet he abandoned the shortcut of joining a sect, which suggests that this rogue cultivator has secrets to hide.
However, every cultivator has their secrets; not all treasures should belong to them.
One can be greedy, but not too greedy.
"Alright, you've all been working hard lately, go back and get some rest."
Jian Wu waved his hand, and the two withdrew.
The discovery of the crevice space in the stone is a great joy for the sect and should not be overlooked.
"Junior sister, would you like to go back and rest first, or go to the mission building to exchange those monsters for points?"
"rest."
Cheng Nan: ...Shouldn't we go and exchange it first?
Ji Se: There must be a lot of people coming back to exchange their items, and she doesn't want to queue up.
Arriving at the courtyard according to my memory, I found it simple, comfortable, and tranquil.
He took out the communication jade and sent the communication numbers of Cheng Nan and the other two to Tu Shan, then lay down and went to sleep.
Lingyun Sect.
"Master, Master, come out quickly! I have good news to tell you. I've helped you find a master."