Chapter 69: The Meeting of Master and Apprentice
“Guest Senior, please don’t frown yet; this woman’s physique is extraordinary.”
“Yin-Yang Body.”
Zhou Tong spoke in a low voice, surprising Zhao Wutian who was prepared to explain.
“As expected of you; you must already know her unique uses.”
Zhao Wutian said proudly, constantly observing Zhou Tong’s expression.
“I will accept this gift; release her.”
“Of course, but there is one thing I must inform you, Guest Senior.”
Zhao Wutian elaborated: “If you wish to cultivate with her, it’s best to do so within a day after unfreezing her; otherwise, she will immediately wither and perish.”
“Did you use the technique of ‘pulling up seedlings to help them grow’ on her?”
Zhou Tong’s voice was deep, a hint of killing intent flashing in his eyes.
“As expected, you can’t hide anything from you. After using this method, her entire vitality can be condensed and released within a day, greatly enhancing the effectiveness of dual cultivation.”
“In that day, whether or not you engage in dual cultivation, she will exhaust all her life force, which is why she needs to be preserved in ice.”
Zhou Tong maintained a blank expression; to prevent his killing intent from leaking out, he slowly closed his eyes.
In an instant, countless thoughts surged forth in his mind.
If he wanted to save Zhang Chuqiao, he had to use a method that could revive her, such as the Evergreen Vine of Ten Thousand Years.
Unfortunately, this herbal medicine was extremely rare, growing in very harsh conditions, and by the time it matured, it would likely be snatched up by top-tier warriors.
After all, this was a treasure that could extend one’s life; who wouldn’t be tempted?
“Guest Senior, I just happen to have a vine of Evergreen Vine of Ten Thousand Years.”
Zhao Wutian’s voice suddenly came.
“And what of it?” Zhou Tong opened his eyes, staring intently at him.
“I see that you seem to enjoy collecting beautiful women, so I dared to speculate that you might want this Yin-Yang Body to survive, but…”
Zhao Wutian paused, a sly look flashing in his eyes as he continued, “The Evergreen Vine of Ten Thousand Years I was supposed to offer directly, but unfortunately, it has entered the auction process.”
“If you want it, I will personally buy it at the auction a few days later and then gift it to you, but this needs to wait until the big matter is successfully completed… What do you think?”
Upon hearing this, Zhou Tong grinned, clearly seeing through Zhao Wutian’s intentions.
The “big matter” he referred to was initiating the Array of Lively Stillness, refining all the strong warriors.
By then, his strength would undoubtedly soar, and he could negotiate with anyone from a position of absolute power.
If it really came to that, Zhou Tong didn’t believe that the other party would keep his promise.
This proposal was merely a castle in the air, empty rhetoric.
If he wanted to save Zhang Chuqiao, he had to find another way.
Suddenly, a flash of inspiration struck him, and he thought of a side remedy.
In his previous life, when he was fighting the Heavenly Demons, he discovered that they all grasped a secret technique known as the ‘Heaven-Mending Creation Technique.’
This kind of secret method could forcibly transfer one’s own vitality to another; no matter how seriously the recipient is injured, they could be brought back to life. This is why Heavenly Demons were incredibly difficult to kill.
“Do I have to capture a Heavenly Demon? But where would I find one?”
Just as he was in distress, he seemed to have thought of something and couldn’t help but chuckle.
This was right at his fingertips!
“Guest Senior… Guest Senior…”
Zhao Wutian kept calling out, bringing him back to reality.
“What do you think of my proposal?”
“Very well, I accept.”
Zhou Tong replied decisively, catching Zhao Wutian off guard.
“Here, take this.”
Zhou Tong casually tossed a scroll that flew into Zhao Wutian’s hands.
Zhao Wutian eagerly opened it, and a look of ecstatic joy immediately appeared on his face.
What was recorded on it was the perfected method for the Array of Lively Stillness, truly a windfall.
“Thank you, Guest Senior!”
“Then you should work hard. I won’t keep you company any longer.”
Zhou Tong waved his hand, and the dark ice crystal flew up, following him.
Then, he took a step forward and disappeared into the underground world.
“Safe travels, Guest Senior; once the matter is accomplished, I will surely reward you well.”
Zhao Wutian licked his lips, his expression extremely sinister: “Just as a reward, you will become my nourishment!”
…
In the imperial palace of the Empire, the Guest Senior’s residence.
“I will kill you scoundrels!”
Zhang Chuqiao was released by Zhou Tong, and as soon as she gained her freedom, she displayed intense aggression, crazily attacking Zhou Tong.
“What strong fighting spirit; no wonder you are the Yin-Yang Body!”
Zhou Tong dodged while admiring her.
Zhang Chuqiao’s state was not due to madness but a continuation of her fighting spirit.
She was captured and sealed during battle, her fighting will immortal, undiminished even after decades.
Now that she had broken free, she still thought she was in a fight, viewing everything before her as an enemy.
“Senior Sister, please calm down and listen to me.”
“Who is your senior sister? I will never spare you today!”
Zhang Chuqiao, graceful and imposing, gathered Yin-Yang energy around her, transforming it into a spiritual sword.
“Boom!”
The sword pressure rolled out, strong enough to rival Long Lingyun, and her cultivation had long surpassed the Heaven-Cutting Realm; she had not weakened even slightly over the years.
“It seems there’s no talking sense into her, so I guess I have to…”
Zhou Tong shifted gears in an instant, as if he became a different person, exuding an incredibly sharp aura.
“I will subdue you!”
With a step forward, the Red Dust Sea surged, enveloping the surrounding world.
“What is this…”
Zhang Chuqiao had already launched her attack, but when she saw Zhou Tong’s hair turn completely white, she couldn’t help but tremble violently.
The Jade Demon Body, a realm she had not yet attained.
At that moment, Zhou Tong had already closed in, holding a spiritual sword that emitted a chilling light, striking out mercilessly with one sword!
One move!
Sword shattered, victory determined!
Zhang Chuqiao was sent flying, intercepted mid-air by Zhou Tong, her entire cultivation bound.
“You… are you really my junior brother?”
“You wouldn’t believe it if I told you; let someone else tell you.”
Zhou Tong directly brought her to the Heavenly Prison, opened the cell door, and tossed her inside.
“Senior Apprentice Sister!”
“Master!”
“Qiaoqiao!”
Except for Long Lingyun, the other women exchanged glances, thinking they were dreaming, and then instantly burst into tears, tightly embracing each other.
“Master, why are you here? What exactly happened?”
“You unfilial fool, it has been so hard waiting for you to return.” Mu Ran Ya choked, “You could come back, all thanks to your junior brother!”
“Master, Senior Brother just left without a word, seeming to have something urgent.”
Long Lingyun said in surprise.
“What could possibly make him so anxious?”
Mu Ran Ya wondered, gripping Zhang Chuqiao’s wrist: “Let me check your body.”
Moments later, her expression turned extremely grim!
