Chapter 1122

And seeing this situation, Yao Chen, Xuan Yi, and Tian Lei Zi were all furious, silently cursing Lin Feng for being shameless.

But unfortunately, although they could vent in their hearts, they had no way to deal with the former's act of exchanging the medicinal ingredients.

They could only watch helplessly as Lin Feng easily took the medicinal ingredients they found hard to exchange and easily bought them in advance.

Bang!

In a certain city in the Central State Central Region, within a quiet manor at a corner of the city, Xiao Yan, upon learning that gathering medicinal ingredients was difficult, could not help but slam the table before him.

He then stood up, his face full of shock and anger, saying: 'What? Lin Feng is blatantly scavenging the medicinal ingredients I need inside the Xiao Dan Tower?!'

Upon hearing the news brought by his teacher, Xiao Yan was indeed both startled and angry.

Even the joy he had just felt from breaking through to the Heavenly Realm Soul was completely swept away!

After all, if he cannot obtain medicinal ingredients from the Dan Tower, his plan to refine a Nine‑Grade Supreme Pill to suppress the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire would surely come to nothing.

Furthermore, without the pill's suppression, his chances of successfully subduing the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire would likely plummet.

No way, I absolutely cannot let Lin Feng lead me by the nose!

Soon, Xiao Yan gritted his teeth, hands braced on the table, his face grim as water, saying: 'We must find a way to break Lin Feng's medicinal blockade and seek another route to obtain the ingredients!'

Thinking of this, Xiao Yan slammed his fist on the table, his chest heaving violently, his anger toward Lin Feng's actions rising to the extreme.

But considering that he currently cannot defeat Lin Feng in battle nor solve the problem with violence, he could only begin to think of other solutions.

After all, the Xiao clan's inheritance has been completely drained by him, and even the ancient clan is extremely displeased with him because his girlfriend has helped him too many times.

Therefore, for now he can only rely on himself to resolve it.

However, thinking of how stifled he has become, Xiao Yan's hatred for Lin Feng practically explodes.

If it weren't for that bastard repeatedly tossing him around, exhausting all his trump cards, would he really be in such a sorry state?

Xiao Yanzi, for now we can only wait a while; after a while, a solution will appear.

But just as Xiao Yan was worrying about the medicinal ingredients he needed, Yao Chen beside him suddenly spoke up.

Hearing this, Xiao Yan immediately raised his head in confusion and asked: 'Teacher, what method are you referring to?'

The three great dragon islands of the Tai Xu Ancient Dragon Clan.

Seeing that he did not understand, Yao Chen smiled and spoke of the place he had thought of.

He then added: 'As long as we wait for the ancient clan to take action, and then we go to help, at that time we can summon the ancient clan's aid by acting as intermediaries for the three great dragon islands, and with our master and disciple now being a Dou Sheng and a half‑Saint, we can assist the three great dragon islands.'

Such a big favor, later asking for two or three portions of the medicinal ingredients needed to refine this Nine‑Grade Supreme Pill of mine, the Frigid Extreme Devouring Flame Pill, wouldn't be too much, would it?

Saying this, Yao Chen chuckled and lightly stroked his beard.

Hearing this, a flash of light suddenly appeared in Xiao Yan's eyes, and the worry on his face instantly turned into delight.

After all, the three great dragon islands had initially sought him out, and then he, through Xun'er, conveyed the news of the Tai Xu Ancient Dragon Clan's split to the ancient clan.

No matter how you say it, he did help the three great dragon islands.

Asking for some medicinal ingredients later wouldn't be too much, would it?

However, this joy did not last long, and Xiao Yan's expression gradually calmed down.

He then frowned slightly, looked at his own teacher, and said: 'But teacher, Xun'er said that the strength of the East Dragon Island is not weak either, urging us to avoid participating as much as possible to prevent unnecessary harm.'

Recalling Xun'er's earlier warning, Xiao Yan's heart immediately felt a hint of hesitation.

Hearing this, Yao Chen helplessly spread his hands and said: 'You also know that now the medicinal ingredients at the Xiao Dan Tower have all been swapped out by that little rascal Lin Feng; I, too, am powerless unless you are willing to give up the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire. Otherwise, we can only think of another way to obtain the ingredients.'

Well then, let's do as you say, teacher.

Hearing this, Xiao Yan also gave a bitter smile and then nodded helplessly.

He originally planned to go to the branch hall guarded by that old thing Gu You, seize a large number of soul bodies, and break through to the Heavenly Realm.

And his teacher could also conveniently gather the medicinal ingredients, after which he could try to refine the Ninth Grade Treasure Pill, the Extreme Cold Devouring Flame Pill.

As it turned out, who would have thought, that bastard Lin Feng came again to cause trouble!

「Whoosh~」

However, just as Xiao Yan and his disciple had just finished discussing their upcoming actions, a sudden aura rushed from the distant sky and, under their gaze, flew straight to the room's doorway.

「Thunderbolt Child/Thunderbolt Child Senior? 」

Upon seeing the arrival, both Yao Chen and Xiao Yan exclaimed in surprise.

And after Thunderbolt Child landed, he wasted no words, immediately explaining: 'This time I came, I have some leads on the medicinal ingredients you need.'

While speaking, Thunderbolt Child strode into the room, looking at Xiao Yan and his disciple with a delighted expression.

This task was originally assigned to Xuan Yi, who teamed up with Yao Chen to split up—one person would search inside the Xiao Dan Tower, while the more Central Province‑familiar Xuan Yi would go to other clans and forces to search.

But unfortunately, Xuan Yi suddenly entered a breakthrough state and had no choice but to enter seclusion to break through to Half‑Saint.

Therefore, this matter was turned over to Thunderbolt Child to handle.

However, fortunately, after spending some time searching, he finally found a few leads.

Upon hearing that, Xiao Yan's eyes flashed with shock, but he immediately exclaimed delightedly: 'Thunderbolt Child Senior, what exactly is going on?'

"When Xuan Yi and I previously inquired everywhere about the medicinal ingredients you need, a reclusive clan's alchemist said he had several of the ingredients you require and was willing to trade with you."

Seeing the former's impatient look, Thunderbolt Child immediately stroked his beard lightly, then smiled faintly and related the matter.

But soon he seemed to recall something, his brows knitting tightly as he spoke with a tinge of regret: 'It's just a shame that Xuan Kongzi is no longer around, and the newly appointed leader Zhao Wei constantly uses the excuse of not being able to expend the Pill Tower's manpower and resources to search for medicinal ingredients for outsiders, severely restricting my and Xuan Yi's movements.'

Otherwise, although the ingredients for the Ninth Grade Treasure Pill are precious, we few could still manage to obtain them by working together.

Thinking of Zhao Wei's hateful face, Thunderbolt Child's hand hidden in his sleeve clenched involuntarily, his expression turning extremely grim.

After all, by this point he clearly understood that there was no possibility of reconciliation between himself and Lin Feng.

Therefore, he could only help Xiao Yan increase his strength as much as possible, then eliminate Lin Feng, this threat.

But now, since Zhao Wei is obstructing his actions, he naturally harbors intense hostility toward him!

"Zhao Wei."

Upon hearing that, Xiao Yan immediately began to search his memory for information on this person.

And soon, he raised his head to look at Tian Leizi, asking for confirmation: "Senior Tian Leizi, could this Zhao Wei possibly be a member of the Zhao clan, Zhao Ran's son?"

Although he has recently been busy increasing his soul power, he has also gathered a lot of information about the people around Lin Feng.

Hmm.

Hearing Xiao Yan's inquiry, Tian Leizi nodded with a cold face, letting out a soft sound from the tip of his nose.

Immediately after, he added: "Zhao Wei's mother Zhao Ran has an extraordinary relationship with Lin Feng; she is also one of our enemies. Moreover, Zhao Ran is now a Battle Saint powerhouse, so we should pay special attention."

As he spoke, a hint of helplessness also appeared on Tian Leizi's face.

The two words 'Battle Saint' are truly too far away for him, a cultivator of the Title: Nine-turn Dou Zun.

Zhao Ran?

Upon hearing the former's explanation, Xiao Yan's expression instantly filled with killing intent.

But soon he asked: "Senior Tian Leizi, can we find an opportunity to seize Zhao Wei? That way we could use Zhao Wei to threaten Zhao Ran into delivering a message about Lin Feng for us. Moreover, we could even use Zhao Ran's hand to employ some means against Lin Feng, and then I could kill Lin Feng myself."

While speaking, Xiao Yan extended his hand and made a throat-slitting gesture.

No, Lin Feng, whose strength far surpasses that of me and the Mysterious Cloth Empress, does not dare to come and retaliate because we two are Pill Tower tycoons, enjoying the Pill Tower's protection. But Zhao Wei is likewise a Pill Tower tycoon and likewise enjoys that protection; if you act against him, I don't know whether Lin Feng will come looking for trouble for you later.

But the Pill Tower will surely hunt you down to the ends of the earth until you are smashed to pieces; otherwise, where would the Pill Tower's face be? You can see this from what happened earlier with Mysterious Void Master.

Upon hearing that, Tian Leizi hastily shook his head, stopping that dangerous idea.

And as soon as his words fell, he continued: "Moreover, after taking office, Zhao Wei usually resides inside the Pill Tower and rarely comes out; even if we wanted to act, we would have no opportunity."

Damn it, Zhao Wei's luck is really good!

Seeing the plan come to naught, Xiao Yan couldn't help but slam his fist on the wooden table in front of him, cursing angrily.

By the way, Tian Leizi, now that Lin Feng is powerful, why would the alchemist of that hidden clan choose to sell the medicinal herbs to us instead of courting a good relationship with Lin Feng?

And just as Xiao Yan's mood exploded, Yao Chen, who had been silent beside him for a long time, suddenly spoke.

While speaking, a hint of doubt flickered in his eyes.

After all, he happened to encounter difficulties in gathering medicinal ingredients on his side, while that hidden clan possessed exactly what they needed and was willing to sell it to them.

All these things are rather too coincidental, aren't they?

Upon hearing his teacher's question, Xiao Yan, who had been in a rage, instantly sobered up.

Yeah, I just happened to lack medicinal ingredients, and they were willing to sell them to us.

This matter just feels wrong no matter how you hear it!

Upon hearing that, Tian Leizi shook his head and then said: "I haven't had a chance to mention this before, but the other party's willingness to trade with you is because they also have their own plans, and their demands might be considered excessively unreasonable."

As he spoke, a hint of anger also welled up on Tian Leizi's face.

Evidently, he also thought the other party's demands were somewhat excessive.

Seeing his expression, Yao Chen's face sank slightly as he asked: "Tian Leizi, what exactly are the conditions the other party has set forth?"

The other party's family also discovered some clues from the medicinal herbs you were seeking, knowing these are ingredients for refining a Nine-fold Treasure Pill.

Having said that, Tian Leizi turned his gaze to Yao Chen and Xiao Yan, then continued: "Therefore, the other party's demand is for you to take action and help them eliminate an opposing force. Moreover, afterward they also require you to pay double the price before they will give you the medicinal herbs."

Bastard, simply too bullying!

As soon as his words fell, Xiao Yan's palm instantly clenched into a fist; the tremendous force made his joints crack.

At the same time, his face was filled with humiliation.

After all, the other party merely offers some medicinal herbs, yet they demand that he, a Battle Saint, personally intervene to resolve the opposing force.

Furthermore, after the deed is done, they also want him to exchange double the amount for the herbs.

For him, a Battle Saint powerhouse, this is nothing short of a tremendous disgrace!

Even Yao Chen, who is usually steadier, now has a grim face, with killing intent flickering in his eyes.

But considering the current situation, he still suppressed his anger and told Tian Leizi: "Tian Leizi, just reply to them that as long as their enemy's strength does not exceed ours, we will agree to this."

Upon hearing that, Xiao Yan immediately wanted to open his mouth to speak.

But Yao Chen naturally guessed his disciple's thoughts, and immediately got ahead of him, gazing at him and saying: "Xiao Yanzi, now is not the time to act on impulse; the other party can produce medicinal herbs of this grade, so their family power is certainly not weak. Moreover, the circle of top powers in Zhongzhou is only this big; if you now try to seize them by force, once this gets out, our future path will become even harder."

Therefore, for now we must first obtain the medicinal herbs; after all, if you miss this chance at the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire, you might have it snatched away by others, or have to wait another thousand years. As for the debt of this humiliation they have inflicted upon us, we will settle it after the Pure Lotus Demonic Fire matter is over.

As he spoke, a faint hint of killing intent also flashed in Yao Chen's eyes.

After all, the other party's actions also caused his killing intent to gradually rise.

Alright, then we'll do as you say, teacher.

Upon hearing those words, Xiao Yan gradually loosened his grip and lightly nodded.

After all, the plan he just mentioned is basically the optimal solution.

At the same time, the vigilance in Xiao Yan's heart also dissipated by half in an instant.

In that case, I will go reply to them shortly, and then I will accompany you on a trip.

Seeing that Xiao Yan and his disciple had finished their discussion, Tian Leizi lightly nodded and then prepared to turn his head and walk away.

Senior Tian Leizi, wait a moment.

Just as he turned around, Xiao Yan suddenly shouted to stop him.

Upon hearing the sound from behind, Tian Leizi instantly turned around, looking at Xiao Yan with a puzzled expression.

Senior Tian Leizi, Mysterious Aunt is also currently undergoing a breakthrough; if she succeeds, according to the Pill Tower rule that those at Half-Saint and above cannot serve as tycoons, she will likely be forced to step down from her position as Pill Tower tycoon. Therefore, I implore you to endure a bit more, temporarily halt your cultivation, and continue serving as the tycoon.

As he spoke, Xiao Yan's tone also carried a hint of embarrassment.

After all, the Dou Qi continent respects strength; asking others to stop cultivating is indeed a great sacrifice for them.

But now, the Half-Saint powerhouse he once needed to look up to can no longer give him much help.

If Tian Leizi breaks through to Half-Saint, it will not only bring him no help, but also cause him to lose his authority upon stepping down from the Pill Tower tycoon position.

By then, the help Tian Leizi can offer him will likely become even smaller.

But he quickly added: "Don't worry, once I have dealt with Lin Feng and no longer need your convenience as Pill Tower tycoon, I will definitely help you break through with all my strength, letting your strength catch up quickly. Moreover, after you reach the advanced Half-Saint stage, I will present you with a Nine-fold Treasure Pill to aid your breakthrough to Battle Saint."

Xiao Yan, rest assured, I naturally know the stakes; before Lin Feng is eliminated, I will continue to serve as the Head of the Pill Tower.

Hearing that, Tian Lei Zi also gave a helpless smile, then nodded and said.

After all, he also knew that if he broke through to Half-Saint, this position as Head of the Pill Tower would not be secure.

At that time, the Pill Tower resources he could mobilize would become fewer.

However, thinking of Xiao Yan's promised help and that Ninth Grade Treasure Pill, a fervent heat flashed in his eyes.

Because he also knew in his heart that Xiao Yan was not one of those stingy people.

If he endures a little injustice now, that kid will surely compensate him double later.

At that time, with the help of a Ninth Grade Treasure Pill alchemist, his strength will surely increase rapidly.

Even the Dou Saint realm is no longer a fantasy!

Thinking this, Tian Lei Zi immediately nodded lightly to Xiao Yan and his disciple, then quickly left this place.

And Yao Chen, seeing the former leave, immediately said to Xiao Yan: "Xiao Yan, your soul power has just reached the Heavenly Realm, you are not yet familiar; go refine more Eighth Grade Pills to gain proficiency. Then we two will practice joint alchemy to increase the chances of later refining a Ninth Grade Treasure Pill."

As soon as the former left, Yao Chen said to Xiao Yan.

Good.

Hearing that, Xiao Yan lightly nodded, then quickly left as well.

After all, his soul power has changed considerably, so he indeed needs some time to become familiar.