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Chapter 71: Not a Single Crumb Left
Chapter 71: Not a Single Crumb Left
"Hiss!"
Several people gasped in horror.
"There really is a trial in this tomb, isn't there?"
"But this is truly shocking. A Spirit Locust Plague! Where the Spirit Locusts pass, nothing grows. If there are enough of them, even Fifth Realm cultivators, or even those at the sixth level of the Fifth Realm, will be devoured without a trace left behind!"
"It is quite shocking indeed. From their movement direction, the Spirit Locusts should be heading this way. We should avoid this direction."
"Indeed!"
"We are just here to make up the numbers. If we're blessed with good fortune, we might gain some benefits, but the top-tier items will surely be claimed by those Heaven's Pride. Therefore, it's best we focus on survival and not knowingly walk into the tiger's den."
"Let's go!"
The gathered cultivators, who had come together with great difficulty, were startled and quickly changed their direction, moving away.
As time passed, they encountered more and more people, especially acquaintances, and the news spread far and wide, reaching the ears of many.
This directly led to a significant decrease in the number of cultivators coming to this area.
Lin Fan never imagined that he would inadvertently reduce his troubles by digging in the Moonseizing Sect's territory, simply because the sect was so poor.
"Phew, I'm tired."
Lin Fan straightened his back, put the precious herb he had dug up into his storage bag, and wiped the non-existent sweat from his forehead.
Although tired, he had a smile on his lips.
Looking back, a large area had been 'cleared out.'
"Don't say it, don't say it."
"It's quite a sight."
This guy grinned.
He then took out a Ninth Rank Mystic Essence Pill and popped it into his mouth like a candy bean, feeling his state rapidly recovering, and started his busy work again.
If other Third Realm cultivators, especially those with a good background, saw this scene, they would surely be dumbfounded.
We might not even get to eat a Ninth Rank Mystic Essence Pill throughout our entire Third Realm, but you, you're using it like candy beans to restore your depleted Essence Energy?
Damn it!!!
...
"A Spirit Locust Plague?"
Yu Mo, the Third Divine Son of the Feather Clan, stood atop a mountain peak. Behind him, a giant monument shone, inscribed with a secret technique that was quite astonishing. At this moment, it was in his hands, undergoing refinement.
Due to the extraordinary situation here, even those passing by from a distance could see it, attracting numerous members of the Feather Clan and the Demon Clan to gather.
They surrounded Yu Mo in layers, sharing their observations along the way, and some even offered treasures, leaning against him with graceful postures and exuding a fragrant aura.
However, Yu Mo didn't spare them a glance, but instead, he was intrigued by one particular piece of news.
"Do you know the number of Spirit Locusts?"
All things in the world are both interdependent and mutually restraining.
If there are enough Spirit Locusts, they can almost wipe out everything, and even Yu Mo would have to avoid their sharp edge.
But if their numbers are average, they are excellent supplements for the Demon Cultivators of the Feather Clan!
Birds eating insects is the natural order of things.
The spiritual nature of the Spirit Locusts, when accumulated, becomes a great benefit for the Feather Clan.
"I... don't know, but from a distance, the commotion is immense. I suspect that even Fifth Realm experts would have to temporarily avoid their sharp edge."
"Oh?"
Yu Mo frowned slightly, "It seems a bit troublesome. Let's ignore it for now."
"Scatter and search for treasures and opportunities in this tomb for me. After we leave, I will reward you based on your contributions."
"Yes!"
The Demon Cultivators dispersed.
...
"This place... is too dangerous. Although I have a ninety-eight percent chance of success, I must not overlook the remaining zero point two percent. I need to hide my presence and avoid any conflicts with others."
"Even if treasures are right before my eyes, I must think thrice before acting."
"Absolutely no hasty actions."
Fan Jianqiang stealthily moved through the tomb, hiding his presence, and indeed, very few could detect him.
Even nearby, there were several shadows identical to him, moving cautiously.
...
"Teacher, the resources in this tomb are indeed abundant. Shortly after entering, I've already found over ten Spirit Herbs, and their ranks are not low."
Xiao Ling'er was in high spirits.
"That's only to be expected."
Liang Danxia's voice echoed in her mind, "The Fire Swallower Daoist was tortured for a long time before his death. Although that period was especially painful, he also had enough time to find such an Auspicious Land and seal it."
"This place is abundant with Spirit Qi, the environment is excellent, and the very existence of this Great Tomb is to select a successor, so he placed many good things inside, almost exhausting his wealth."
"After so many years, Spirit Herbs are naturally everywhere."
"However, you must not be influenced by these external things."
"Spirit Herbs are merely a convenient acquisition, and other valuable things, like Cultivation Techniques and Secret Techniques, we need not concern ourselves with. With me here, you won't lack for these."
"But the Unextinguishable Swallowing Flame is of utmost importance!"
"Yes, Teacher."
Xiao Ling'er's smile faded.
Indeed, while these Spirit Herbs were not of low value, compared to the Unusual Flame, they were not particularly impressive.
"With the Unusual Flame by your side, you should be able to sense the general direction of the Unextinguishable Swallowing Flame, right?"
"There is indeed a strange feeling, in..."
Xiao Ling'er looked to her right, her eyes narrowing slightly.
"I'll head there immediately!"
...
Treasures emerged one after another.
There were various Magical Artifacts, Spirit Artifacts, Treasure Artifacts, and other equipment.
There were also Cultivation Techniques, Secret Techniques, and other heritage items.
Additionally, there were many pills, talismans, and other external objects.
As for Spirit Herbs, there were plenty, but most were of average value, with only a small portion being exceptionally valuable.
Whenever a valuable item was discovered by more than one person, a great battle would erupt, leading to a scramble.
Once the fighting started, if one side couldn't quickly defeat the other and seize the opportunity to escape, it would soon attract nearby cultivators, resulting in a chaotic battle.
Xiao Ling'er proceeded with caution, avoiding conflict and keeping a low profile as she headed straight for the location of the Unusual Flame.
Lin Fan's randomly chosen direction happened to be the same as Xiao Ling'er's.
Fan Jianqiang dodged to the east, exercising extreme caution. With the Fragmented Scroll of the Great Heaven Divination Technique by his side, he always managed to choose the optimal route...
But...
The optimal route didn't guarantee a smooth journey.
Someone had spotted him.
"Second Firmament Essence Stage, First Layer?"
"Dare he enter here, and he hasn't even been swallowed by a Demonic Beast?"
With such a low cultivation level, it was naturally beneath their notice, but adhering to the principle of rather killing mistakenly than letting go... What if, by chance, this lowly cultivator had some harvest?
At most, he was just a Second Stage cultivator, easily killed with a wave of the hand. Killing him without gain was no loss, but with a harvest, it would be a blood-soaked profit.
Fan Jianqiang raised his head and looked up, his heart filled with shock. Then...
Boom!
Fan Jianqiang was instantly overwhelmed, and when the wave of energy dissipated, everything vanished.
Not even a trace of remains was left.
The cultivator was momentarily stunned.
"So weak?"
"Could it be that after my advancement to the Fourth Stage, my strength increased too much, and I've forgotten the weakness of Second Stage cultivators?"
"What bad luck!"
He was about to fly away when he suddenly felt impending disaster and unease.
"Not right!!!"
Boom!!!
An indescribable offensive suddenly erupted from all directions.
In an instant, at least dozens of attacks engulfed him, not even giving him time to cry out.
(End of Chapter)
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