Chapter 222: The Five Righteous Disciples
Chapter 222: The Five Righteous Disciples
Fang Xing snapped his fingers, and the seal on the jade casket shattered instantly, opening automatically.
Within the casket lay a quiet spirit fruit.
Its white skin was adorned with golden patterns, as large as an apple.
"Not bad, it's indeed a third-rank Vajra Fruit..."
Fang Xing casually opened another jade bottle and smelled a familiar fragrance, confirming it to be Thousand-Year Stone Milk.
After all, he had used so much of it before that it was almost like it had been pickled...
Both were seasoned veterans, and they quickly estimated the price. Fang Xing added a bottle of 'Third-Rank Blood Essence,' and the transaction was complete.
This Blood Essence seemed to be something that every Core Formation demonic cultivator had in reserve, and it was probably a relatively common resource.
Although refining it was troublesome, among third-rank spirit materials, it was one of the less valuable ones.
"Hehe, next time, please support this old man's business again..."
Stone Daoist smiled and prepared to see Fang Xing out, but suddenly said, "Actually... if you still need a large amount of Thousand-Year Stone Milk, I do have a way."
"A way? Could it be the big auction a year from now?"
Fang Xing asked.
"Those big auctions do have some good items, but with so many parties vying for them, the final price is always sky-high, wasting our spirit stones..."
Stone Daoist spoke dismissively.
'You really made it seem like you didn't lack spirit stones before?'
Fang Xing was speechless for a moment, but then he heard Stone Daoist continue, "I'm planning to hold a small exchange gathering in seven days, inviting only False Core and above cultivators... This kind of gathering has been held for thirteen years without any issues, and it's somewhat famous in the nearby area... I know a friend, 'Daoist Nie,' who should still have a good amount of Thousand-Year Stone Milk. It'll depend on you at that time..."
"A high-level exchange gathering? Where will it be held?"
Fang Xing became interested.
Since the time was so close, he could give it a try.
"Hehe... Right here."
Stone Daoist set the time and sent Fang Xing out. As he watched Fang Xing's departing figure, a hint of contemplation appeared on his face.
...
Blue Star.
Basement of Blue Sea Zone 69.
Crack!
"Indeed, it still tastes like apples, crisp and juicy."
Fang Xing finished the Vajra Fruit in a few bites, feeling that its effectiveness was not as strong as the first time he consumed it.
This was a normal situation, not to mention the issue of reduced effectiveness with repeated use; his cultivation level was also vastly different from the last time.
But soon, the 'Dragon Elephant Indestructible Body Technique' manifested on his body as golden patterns.
The numerous golden patterns became denser, making Fang Xing appear as if he had donned a layer of golden armor.
Not only that, his physique began to improve once more, carrying a sense of 'perfection.'
Fang Xing glanced at his attribute panel, and he saw that the proficiency of the 'Dragon Elephant Indestructible Body Technique' was rapidly increasing.
Finally... he had reached Grandmaster Perfection!
[Dragon Elephant Indestructible Body Technique: 800/800 (Grandmaster)]
"The technique has reached perfection," he sighed in satisfaction, feeling the changes throughout his body.
"This is a form of accumulation, representing that after breaking through Vajra, I might directly advance to the seventh level of the Golden Core..."
"With more accumulation, I might even reach the Great Vajra Realm..."
"With the technique perfected, it's time to test it on someone."
He laid down in the virtual chamber, entering the battlefield.
This time, Fang Xing's opponent was a Mech Pilot.
Under the azure sky, a ten-meter-tall human-shaped mecha with a pair of angelic wings appeared.
[Target locked, fire!]
The mecha's side wings opened, and lasers appeared, instantly hitting Fang Xing.
Fang Xing did not dodge, and the golden glow of the 'Dragon Elephant Indestructible Body Technique' appeared on his body, allowing countless lasers to hit him.
"Indeed... Sixth Stage combat power is now unable to breach my defenses!"
A smile appeared on his face.
After entering the virtual space so many times, Fang Xing finally understood its rules.
The technology used by the Galactic Holographic Universe Corporation could not invade the privacy of every virtual netizen.
All they could do was 'sense' and 'stimulate'...
'In other words, only when I actively reveal my data will the Galactic Holographic Universe Corporation's AI capture and record it...'
'When I don't reveal my data, the AI can only determine that I'm at the Sixth Stage of combat power, but it can't confirm how many Death Acupoints and Primordial Veins I've refined... unless I actively expose them.'
'Similarly, if I don't unleash the peak power of the 'Dragon Elephant Indestructible Body Technique,' the AI won't record it...'
'Therefore, in theory, there might be Martial Saints or even Gods of Martial Arts participating in this competition? As long as the bodies they create don't exceed the Sixth Stage, they can occasionally burst out with Seventh Stage power, just not for too long, or the data will overflow and be detected...'
While thinking, Fang Xing approached the mecha with his Golden Core Domain, then extended three fingers.
"Star Martial Quadruple Absolutes!"
Whoosh! A figure flashed, and a massive arm of the mecha slammed down.
"As expected... there's a thrill in dismantling a Gundam with bare hands!"
Fang Xing clenched his fist, "That was exhilarating! More!"
"More, my ass... Meteor, you're like a pig pretending to be a tiger, I've seen your previous records, and you're not this strong!"
From within the mecha, the mech pilot's resentful voice echoed, "If this were the real universe... one shot from my main cannon, and you'd be reduced to cosmic dust."
After saying this, he surrendered, not giving Fang Xing any chance to release his pent-up energy.
"Tsk, can't take a loss, huh."
Fang Xing shook his head and left the virtual battlefield.
"With my current strength, breaking into the top ranks of the universe shouldn't be a problem... This will bring in many resources, and I'll have an excuse for the future, not bad at all."
Exiting the virtual chamber, Fang Xing nodded and decided to celebrate, "Little Blue, let's go to that entertainment star from last time, they even gave me a discount voucher, might as well use it..."
...
In the Immortal World.
Seven days passed in the blink of an eye.
The Immortal clone, who had been experiencing the rental cave mansion service in the Great Jing Immortal City, suddenly gasped, "Wow... there's even such a position, broadening my horizons..."
He walked out of the cave mansion, following the main road to Stone Daoist's secret shop.
Inside the giant stone secret shop.
Stone Daoist had been waiting there, and upon seeing Fang Xing, he couldn't help but smile, "Daoist friend, you are indeed trustworthy... please come in."
He casually performed a hand seal, and the ground trembled as stones parted, revealing an underground passage.
The underground passage led directly to an underground chamber with no restrictions.
With his high skill and courage, Fang Xing walked right in and saw numerous meditation cushions on the ground.
False Core and Core Formation cultivators were either hiding their appearances or standing and sitting casually, numbering around twenty to thirty.
'This Stone Daoist, he has quite the network...'
Fang Xing found a cushion in the corner and sat down, waiting for half a day. Then, Stone Daoist and a female cultivator in court attire with her hair pinned up entered.
By this time, over forty Core Formation cultivators had gathered in the chamber, leaving Fang Xing secretly amazed. Indeed, the Great Jing Immortal World was rich in resources, and Core Formation cultivators were not uncommon.
"Hehe... everyone is here, so let's begin the exchange. I'll state the rules again... you can trade freely, but if I take a liking to an item, I have the right of first refusal. Of course, if the price difference is too great, the seller can refuse."
Yellow light flashed in Stone Daoist's pupils as he stated the rules, then he went to sit on a meditation cushion.
A Core Formation cultivator immediately stepped forward, revealing a golden soil in a bowl, "Golden Locust Soil... a rare third-rank top-grade spirit material, especially effective for refining Earth-attribute treasures. I'm willing to exchange it for three Seven Emotions Flowers or a spirit pill beneficial for early-stage Core Formation cultivators to increase their cultivation."
Fang Xing had heard of this Golden Locust Soil, a top-grade Earth-attribute spirit material, and immediately, a cultivator stepped forward to trade.
After this exchange, an old cultivator presented a middle-grade treasure, "Middle-grade treasure, Vermilion Phoenix Banner, can emit Vermilion Bird Divine Fire with astonishing power... I also have three Green Flame Pills, three feet of Heaven Withered Wood, and I only ask for one Blood Essence Pill. If there's a price difference, I can make up for it with superior spirit stones..."
The Blood Essence Pill, like the Green Core Pill, was a lower-grade substitute for the Golden Core Pill, and it was more suitable for cultivators practicing demonic techniques.
'This old cultivator is probably the ancestor of some outer Core Formation sect...'
'This sect must have only one Core Formation cultivator, and now that his lifespan is almost up, he's getting anxious.'
The other demonic cultivators exchanged glances, and several names quickly came to mind, all of them eager to see the show.
The competition within the Demonic Path was even more brutal than the Righteous Path! Even if they had the Blood Essence Pill, they would never sell it, choosing instead to wait for the old cultivator's lifespan to deplete and then go after the legacy of a Core Formation sect.
The old cultivator asked three times but had no choice but to sit back down in disappointment.
'It seems that even in the Great Jing Immortal World, Core Formation spirit artifacts are still scarce...'
Fang Xing witnessed this scene, deep in thought.
He possessed a Heaven Grade Spirit Root, and Core Formation wasn't a challenge, but the Primordial Spirit stage was a bit difficult.
It was said that Heaven Grade Spirit Root cultivators progressed too quickly and could ignore bottlenecks. But after reaching the Core Formation stage, when they encountered bottlenecks, they might become lost and could be caught up by those behind them.
Throughout history, among the Primordial Spirit True Monarchs, the ratio of Heaven Grade Spirit Roots to other Spirit Roots was nearly fifty-fifty...
Who would've thought that his exceptional Spirit Root talent might become an obstacle after reaching the Core Formation stage?
'However, the fact that half of the Primordial Spirit True Monarchs possess Heaven Grade Spirit Roots still proves that speed is crucial in cultivation...'
After a few more Core Formation Cultivators came forward to trade, Fang Xing found a gap and squeezed past a short and stout man, moving to the center.
He still appeared as a black-robed warrior, with a rugged face.
"I urgently need a large quantity of Thousand Year Stone Milk. I'm willing to trade for it with Spirit Stones, treasures, or magical treasures. The more, the better, even a few drops will do!"
Fang Xing's thoughts were clear; Thousand Year Stone Milk had the effect of restoring spiritual power, which was very useful for Core Formation Cultivators.
Most Core Formation Cultivators, given the chance, would definitely carry some with them as a backup.
He didn't mind the small amounts; if everyone contributed, it might just be enough.
Anyway, he only needed the amount required for the late Foundation Establishment stage to reach Foundation Establishment Perfection.
At this moment, Fang Xing waved his hand, and several demonic treasures filled with blood and demonic energy floated in the underground chamber.
"This person..."
When Stone Daoist saw this, the yellow glow in his eyes dimmed: "He actually possesses so many treasures... Clearly, he has countless souls in his hands and has killed numerous fellow Cultivators of the same level. We must not take him lightly!"
"I have half a bottle of 'Thousand Year Stone Milk' here. How about trading it for your treasure?"
An elderly man with a thin face offered a jade bottle and pointed to a Demon Banner treasure floating in the air.
"The amount of Stone Milk you have is too little; you'll need to add some Spirit Stones."
Fang Xing took the jade bottle, nodding and then shaking his head.
He understood the story of the Thousand-Gold-Piece Skeleton; since this was the first trader, he didn't mind taking a slight loss.
"Excellent!"
The old man was overjoyed, not expecting such good fortune. He immediately handed over a pile of Superior Spirit Stones and exchanged them for the Demon Banner treasure.
Following his example, several more Cultivators traded.
Unfortunately, the amounts were too small, only a few drops or a dozen or so, so Fang Xing didn't let himself be taken advantage of and directly used Superior Spirit Stones to estimate the price.
"Haha, this fellow Daoist is quite extravagant."
The palace-clad woman who had come with Stone Daoist spoke softly: "I also have some 'Thousand Year Stone Milk' here. I wonder if the amount is sufficient?"
With a wave of her delicate hand, a palm-sized shell appeared, containing half a shell's worth of Thousand Year Stone Milk.
"That's enough."
Fang Xing scanned it with his Divine Sense and felt delighted.
With this, he would have enough to rush to the Foundation Establishment Perfection stage: "Fellow Daoist, you have so much Thousand Year Stone Milk. You can choose any of these items..."
"My surname is Nie."
The Nie surname woman smiled lightly, her beauty captivating: "Your treasures are good, but they don't catch my eye..."
She spoke with a sense of righteousness, as if it were only natural.
More importantly, all the Core Formation Cultivators present nodded in agreement, and none refuted her.
'It seems she's a Core Formation Cultivator from a major Primordial Spirit sect... Makes sense, as without some background, it's impossible to obtain so much Thousand Year Stone Milk.'
Fang Xing nodded: "Then, what are your terms, Fellow Daoist Nie?"
"My conditions are actually known to all the regular customers here..."
A dense hatred flashed in the Nie surname woman's eyes: "As long as you bring me the head of 'Righteous Son', I will grant you any of my treasures, and not only that, I'm willing to marry you..."
'This Nie surname Daoist is not only a talented disciple of the Purple Sun Sect but also possesses the 'Moonlight Body', her Primordial Yin power contains endless mysteries. If one dual cultivates with her, it will greatly benefit one's cultivation...'
Stone Daoist secretly transmitted a message with his Divine Sense: 'However, she has a grudge with Righteous Son, and it won't end until one of them dies!'
Fang Xing sighed.
He was naturally aware of the renowned 'Righteous Son'.
In fact, during this Daoist-Magical War, countless geniuses had fallen, but true prodigies had also risen from the mud, becoming famous in the Immortal World!
Among them were the 'Five Sons of the Righteous Path', five peerless geniuses from the Righteous Path, each with astonishing talent. They were either Immortal Golden Core Cultivators or at least half-step Golden Core Cultivators, with profound cultivation and profound spiritual power, and they also carried great fortunes.
'Righteous Son' was one of them, an Immortal Golden Core Cultivator at the late Core Formation stage from the Profound Heaven Sect.
By the way, Fu Hongyi from the Heaven Sword Sect was also on the list of the 'Five Sons of the Righteous Path', known as 'Blood Sword Son'.
(End of Chapter)
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