Chapter 276: What a Useless Treasure
Chapter 276: What a Useless Treasure
"That's good then."
Shen Yi put away his sword formation and looked ahead. "So, about this bamboo grove?"
Speaking of the bamboo grove, a hint of excitement flashed across Ah Qing's face again. "This is definitely not a formation that a mere artificer could create. It's on a whole other level compared to the construction of the entire cave. A true master must have been involved."
Ah Qing took out the route map she had picked up earlier and said, "There are over seventy routes in the Xuanguang Cave, and while they seem to offer a way out, in reality, once they've tried them all, they will find that the number has increased from seventy to several hundred or even a thousand."
"It's a deliberate flaw left by the master, toying with those who dare trespass here."
"If one believes in this path, even a strong Nascent Soul realm cultivator might perish within."
"I see."
Shen Yi felt his brain tingle and could only nod casually.
"Master, give me a little more time, and I should be able to decipher it." Ah Qing waved her palm confidently, but then lowered her head in embarrassment. "Even if I decipher it, it won't help. The teleportation formation is about to close, and who knows when it will open again."
If it were just to gain knowledge, it would indeed be a bountiful harvest.
But Shen Yi most likely only wanted the treasure within.
"It's fine. You do your thing," Shen Yi said, showing no signs of disappointment and maintaining his calm demeanor.
He only had one question.
Someone was guarding the entrance of Xuanguang Cave, and beyond the formation lay the cave itself. Even the Great Qian had the interconnected silver bells, so how could Xuanguang Cave not have something similar?
Moreover, with the formation damaged, everyone had been randomly transmitted to different locations.
In other words, as long as the guardian master of Xuanguang Cave stepped into the formation, there would be an opportunity to send out a message.
Under such circumstances, the White-Feathered Demon Empress had managed to strut arrogantly right up to Zhang Mingyang, who was completely unprepared.
After all, the guardian was a profound and experienced Fusion Spirit Realm master. It was too absurd that they couldn't take a single step before being killed.
If he wasn't mistaken, there was most likely another entrance.
Once Ah Qing figured out this formation, they could call out the White-Feathered Demon Empress and ask her about it.
"..."
Ah Qing noticed Shen Yi's expression, and her heart stirred with a different meaning.
Knowing that they couldn't enter, he was still willing to waste his precious time staying here and accompanying her in deciphering the formation.
Since leaving home, Ah Qing hadn't encountered a strong and kindhearted person like this.
Even back home, only her father would be this patient with her.
She whispered, "Thank you, Master Shen."
"Just call me Shen Yi."
Shen Yi nodded and turned to leave, no longer disturbing Ah Qing.
He understood formations, had extensive knowledge, and even knew about the whereabouts of the Divine Spirit Root.
She had indeed stumbled upon a treasure this time.
Ah Qing needed to find an excuse to keep him by her side.
"Shen Yi..."
Ah Qing muttered the name softly, staring at his departing figure. She clenched her fists in frustration.
Given his decisive and ruthless demeanor, even if she borrowed a few more daring attempts, she wouldn't dare to address him so casually by his name.
"I should focus on the task at hand first!"
She took out the paper and brush again. This was the opportunity that Big Brother Shen had given her, so she must not waste his time any further.
...
For a Fusion Spirit cultivator, whose lifespan could span thousands of years, three days was but a fleeting moment.
Chen Zhong returned from his reconnaissance and said to Shen Yi, "Senior Shen, I took a tour and occasionally spotted a few Core Formation Realm juniors passing by. It seems the area is safe."
Ah Qing carefully finished the last stroke and then rushed over to the two of them in a fluster.
"Hurry! Hurry! We're running out of time!"
Seeing her naive and innocent demeanor, Chen Zhong sighed helplessly.
In the Great Qian Dynasty, those who had attained the Nascent Core Realm were those who had fought through bloody battles.
Only a family that stayed away from worldly affairs could raise such a junior.
Shen Yi summoned a crimson cloud and, without concealing his aura, followed Ah Qing's guidance towards the main entrance of the cave mansion.
Chen Zhong understood his intention and summoned his Upper Realm Hybrid Yuan infant, letting his formidable aura permeate the area.
Two Hybrid Yuan experts were about to leave.
Anyone with a bit of sense should take this opportunity to leave as well.
As for those who were still reluctant to depart, well, they would have to take their chances.
At that moment, in a certain area within the cave mansion.
A man with a black mole on his face spat in frustration, "Pui!"
He had been searching carefully in this area for several days, yet he had found nothing.
"Damn it, damn it all!"
After cursing, the man with the mole felt a throbbing headache.
Normally, for a Hybrid Yuan expert, there were very few things in the world that would pose a challenge.
But borrowing someone else's item to obtain a useless treasure was a different matter.
He had intended to profit from it through his connections.
However, no matter how silver-tongued he was, he couldn't sell it. Earlier, he had even invited ridicule at the Eight Directions Food Tower.
The ridicule was one thing, but now he owed several friends their treasures, and he had no idea how to explain the situation.
He could only try his luck within the cave mansion.
"One last time, just give me one more chance, and I promise I won't do such a stupid thing again!"
The man with the mole continued deeper into the cave, and at that moment, two overwhelming auras caught his attention.
"What's going on?"
He looked up and saw two Hybrid Yuan masters exerting their full power, flying towards the outside.
Something's not right! His heart tightened, and he quickly stopped in his tracks.
In just a moment of hesitation, the man with the mole turned and summoned his infant, fleeing in the direction of the two experts.
No matter what happened, it wasn't going to be good.
He had no confidence in his luck at the moment, so he decided to err on the side of caution and flee first.
...
Two lush green mountains stood side by side, their beauty complementing each other.
Between them, dense grass swayed with the wind.
A dim light emanated from within, revealing a formation that seemed to have been neglected for many years, losing its former splendor.
As time passed, the already dim light continued to fade...
Shen Yi descended with Chen Zhong and Ah Qing.
To their surprise, over a dozen figures were gathered nearby.
Among them were some familiar faces.
The Yu brothers from earlier, as well as three other Hybrid Yuan masters, were present.
Yu Yuehu held his injured brother, his face filled with anger, but his eyes also showed a mix of worry and humiliation.
"Why haven't you left yet?"
Chen Zhong frowned, concerned about the severely injured brother. If he didn't receive treatment soon, there would be serious consequences.
"Senior," Yu Yuehu said, his face bitter. Without answering directly, he turned and showed Chen Zhong the palm print on his back.
Then he continued, "We went out, but we were forced back... The people from Xuan Guang Cave want to search my brother and me. I don't care about the treasures I have, but they want to search my brother as well!"
"With their reputation, how can I trust them with my brother's safety?"
His words stirred up anger among the group, and they began to shout and curse.
"How dare a peak Hybrid Yuan master be so shameless, trying to rob us right in front of the Eight Directions Food Tower! Don't they fear tarnishing the reputation of the Food Tower? The Xuan Jian Immortal will definitely take issue with them!"
"Indeed, he's a peak Hybrid Yuan master, and he's from Xuan Guang Cave. Only an Immortal-level master could deal with him."
Yu Yuehu sighed. Having received that palm strike, he was the most clear about the situation. He had thought that Chen Zhong would also be worried, especially since they had stayed in the cave mansion for so long and must have made some valuable gains.
What he didn't expect was...
"Oh."
Chen Zhong nodded calmly and stepped back behind Shen Yi, unperturbed.
(End of Chapter)
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