Chapter 183

Chapter 183: The Price

Amidst the panic, the Jiang family members felt deep sorrow.

Xutian Lingzun had protected the Jiang family for over ten thousand years.

They never expected that he would be extinguished like this.

“Master, with the Spirit Sovereign dead, if the Old Ancestor comes out, it won’t be easy to explain!” an old man in gray robes said worriedly.

“Sigh.”

Jiang Buxu sighed.

“It’s all my fault for being careless. I didn’t think that person would be so formidable.”

The other elders, too, had complex feelings; losing the Spirit Sovereign felt like someone had killed their closest kin in front of them.

It was excruciating.

“Master, what should we do now?”

Everyone was at a loss.

Jiang Buxu pondered for a moment, then turned to the pale-faced First Son, Jiang Yun Tian, and said, “Yun Tian, quickly take your Ninth Uncle over. You should know what to do and say without me telling you, right?”

Jiang Yun Tian immediately understood his father’s intention.

Such a formidable being, even though the family had lost the Spirit Sovereign, must not be offended at all; they had to do their utmost to befriend him.

Moreover, the Spirit Sovereign’s death was due to a family decision error, and not a matter of the opponent being ruthless.

“I understand, Father.”

Jiang Yun Tian responded and immediately flew to the Divine Medicine Pavilion to find his Ninth Uncle, the Medicine Emperor—Jiang Buhui.

…

In the graveyard.

Once everything calmed down, all the demigods and demigoddesses stood there, stunned.

They wanted to approach that white-clad powerhouse but did not dare, fearing they might offend him unintentionally.

“Sigh.”

Behind Chen Ansheng, Jiang Chuyu let out a despondent sigh.

“Why the long sigh?” Chen Ansheng turned to ask.

“Senior, you may not know, the Spirit Sovereign protected our clan for over ten thousand years. When I was young, I loved playing with the Spirit Sovereign. I never expected that today he would encounter you and meet such a tragic end.”

As she spoke, Jiang Chuyu was already in tears.

Chen Ansheng, however, smiled.

As the saying goes, one should leave a way out for others; it’s better to meet again in the future.

Chen Ansheng knew that the divine beast was sent by the Jiang family to test his strength; how could he possibly kill it?

“Alright, no need to cry. I’ll return it to you.”

Saying this, Chen Ansheng raised his hand, forming a blade with his palm, and slashed down with all his might.

Immediately, a rift was cut open in space, and a stream of ethereal light surged out from the crack.

“Ah, that’s… the presence of the Spirit Sovereign!”

“The Spirit Sovereign isn’t dead!”

“Such strong means to tear open space with a single movement!”

Seeing this, the crowd was astonished once more.

“Why aren’t you coming out? What are you waiting for!”

Chen Ansheng thrust his hand into the rift.

A divine beast the size of a calf, resembling a qilin, tumbled out from the crack.

“Roar!!!”

As soon as it emerged, the Spirit Sovereign opened its massive jaws and flailed its claws while roaring frantically.

“Are you still unconvinced?”

Chen Ansheng’s gaze darkened.

Hearing this cold voice, the Spirit Sovereign immediately drooped its head and whined.

“Ah, the Spirit Sovereign’s tail was caught in the spatial rift.”

Jiang Chuyu, who had stopped crying, revealed the reason for the Spirit Sovereign’s madness.

“Ha, it turns out it was just caught by the tail. Then consider this a small lesson; are you convinced now?”

Chen Ansheng spoke dispassionately to the Spirit Sovereign.

The Spirit Sovereign completely flattened itself to the ground, all its malice vanishing, obedient like a house pet.

“Senior, it was a misunderstanding. Please don’t take action.”

At that moment, Jiang Yun Tian arrived at the graveyard with his Ninth Uncle, the Medicine Emperor.

Seeing the Spirit Sovereign still alive, Jiang Yun Tian was overjoyed, and his heart finally lightened; otherwise, everyone in the Jiang family would always have an unshakeable knot in their hearts.

“Just now, I went to fetch my Ninth Uncle, but the journey took some time. I hope Senior will forgive me.”

Jiang Yun Tian hurriedly apologized upon reaching Chen Ansheng.

Chen Ansheng nodded lightly, then looked at the middle-aged man in simple clothes next to him and cupped his hands, “I greet you, Dao Brother.”

“Too kind.” Jiang Buhui hastily returned the greeting and then said, “I have already looked over the list of medicinal herbs you provided. Except for three ingredients, I have everything else here.”

Chen Ansheng’s eyes lit up, making a gesture for him to proceed, “Thank you, Dao Brother. Please, come into my residence for a detailed conversation.”

Jiang Buhui paused for a moment, then glanced at Jiang Chuyu, the corners of his mouth lifting in a slight smile.

Jiang Chuyu’s cheeks tinted red, and she quickly said, “Senior, Ninth Uncle, please come in.”

The group then entered the cave together, and Jiang Chuyu personally brewed tea and served it.

After seating themselves, Chen Ansheng got straight to the point, “May I ask, Dao Brother, which three medicinal herbs do you lack, and do you have any way to source them?”

Jiang Buhui took a sip of tea and replied, “The Three-colored Spiritual Fruit, the Nether Flower, and the Devil Insect Shell. I’ve only heard of these three herbs but have never seen them.”

Chen Ansheng nodded.

He had listed a dozen hard-to-find medicinal herbs, and missing just three was still worth the trip.

“Oh, by the way, Dao Brother, do you have the Devouring Immortal Insect as well?”

Chen Ansheng suddenly remembered that he had included the Devouring Immortal Insect from the Immortal Realm in his list.

Jiang Buhui nodded, “The kind of Devouring Immortal Insect you mentioned, we call it the God-destroying Insect. Fortunately, you left me with a picture, so I could recognize it. Those bugs are extremely ferocious. The few that I have were passed down from my master, and are preserved to this day.”

Chen Ansheng was delighted.

The Devouring Immortal Insect was incredibly hard to find; even if found, it might not be easy to catch. To his surprise, this person right before him had some.

However, from his tone, it seemed the Devouring Immortal Insect was not easy for him to acquire either. It was uncertain whether he was willing to part with them or what price he would demand.

At this, Chen Ansheng said, “To be honest, Dao Brother, all the herbs on that list are urgently needed, including the Devouring Immortal Insect. Please name your price.”

At that moment, Jiang Buhui stood up and said, “The price I have in mind, Dao Brother, you probably cannot afford.”

Hearing this, Jiang Yun Tian immediately shot him a look, using secret communication, “Ninth Uncle, the Master means to try to befriend this person. Why not give him the herbs he needs without asking for conditions?”

However, Jiang Buhui ignored Jiang Yun Tian.

Chen Ansheng looked up, a slight smile on his face, “Dao Brother, just name your price. If I can afford it, I will pay. If I can’t, then I will gather herbs from all over the world to fulfill your price!”

“Hehe.” Jiang Buhui also smiled, “It seems these medicinal herbs are indeed very important to you, Dao Brother.”

“Yes.” Chen Ansheng nodded noncommittally.

The somewhat bland exchange between them made Jiang Yun Tian anxious, and he sent another message, “Ninth Uncle! You really shouldn’t. Even if we have needs, you shouldn’t say it outright. If you continue negotiating like this, even if you reach an agreement, it will just be a simple transaction!”

Jiang Buhui still did not pay attention to Jiang Yun Tian.

Then, he cupped his hands to Chen Ansheng, and said seriously, “Whether you think me stingy or opportunistic, today I must name this price! I would like to ask you, Dao Brother, to help me rescue someone!”

“Oh?”

Chen Ansheng raised an eyebrow.

He had expected this middle-aged man to mention equivalent resources or something, and that he would have to find a way to procure them.

He never expected that his price would be to save someone.