Chapter 491

What? The Gu family? The Gu family that runs the auction house?

Sun Tong exclaimed, "Impossible? The Gu family are merchants; they wouldn't make a loss-making deal. Even if they valued that kid's alchemy skill, they couldn't possibly give him a five- or six-grade treasure, right?"

"When did I say it was the Gu family who gave it to him?"

Sun Bo narrowed his eyes, "Do you still remember the big battle that happened outside not long ago?"

"Big brother, what are you referring to?"

"Exactly, that battle."

Sun Bo nodded and said, "I only found out later: when Chu Feng and the others went to fetch that kid here, they took the treasure from Gu Zhanglin of the Gu family as a side grab—one of them was a seven-grade treasure, the Calming Spirit Pearl— which angered the Gu family, prompting them to send a supreme expert, but in the end, because the Big Chief arrived, the effort fell short."

"Yes."

Sun Tong's eyes showed admiration, "The Big Chief's bearing remains undiminished from back then."

"It's just relying on the treasure." Sun Bo gave a cold snort, didn't linger on the topic, and continued, "The two treasures you encountered today, without a doubt, are the ones from Gu Zhanglin."

Sun Tong suddenly understood, then realized something, and said in disbelief, "Big brother, you mean the Chief, after obtaining Gu Zhanglin's spoils, actually gave him two five- or six-grade treasures?"

"Not only did you not think of it, I didn't either."

Sun Bo took a deep breath.

In his view, there was no need to give such a good thing to a first-level Grandmaster; if he really wanted to give something, giving one or two treasures suitable for a first-level Grandmaster would suffice.

As a result, Chu Feng not only gave them, but gave two at once!

Thinking of this, Sun Bo felt a breath stuck in his chest.

Giving such a good thing to a first-level Grandmaster is nothing short of wasting heavenly riches; moreover, because he overlooked this, the operation ended in failure.

"Big brother, things have already happened; saying this now is useless." Sun Tong sighed, "What should we do next? That kid has the Heaven-Stabilizing Tower; I can't do anything to him unless I can get a treasure of at least a sixth-grade initial-level."

Sun Bo's brows furrowed slightly,

Indeed, although this operation failed, it wasn't without gain.

After learning that kid's trump card, moving against him would be much easier; it's just a sixth-grade initial-level defensive treasure, and the Sun clan still has some reserves.

But the problem is, is there risk in striking again?

After all, two incidents occurred consecutively in the same area, targeting the same group; even a fool would know something's off.

"Let's wait a while and then talk."

After considering for a moment, Sun Bo spoke.

"Are we not going to act against that kid?" Sun Tong was taken aback.

"For now, we won't act."

Sun Bo shook his head, "This operation's failure may raise some suspicions; if we act again, whether we succeed or not, it will only deepen their doubts about us. So let's wait, let the heat die down, then we can act against him later."

"Alright."

Sun Tong understood his meaning and apologetically said, "Sorry, big brother; I didn't expect this operation to fail either."

If this operation had succeeded outright, hardly anyone would suspect them; even if suspected, nobody would admit to such a thing.

"It's fine; this matter is mainly my responsibility—I didn't consider things thoroughly enough. You've done well; go about your business, and just pretend today's incident never happened."

"No problem, big brother."

Sun Tong nodded repeatedly.

"Then I'll hang up."

"Mm, remember to stay safe out there too."

"I will."

The phone hung up, Sun Bo set down his mobile, feeling deeply unwilling.

I never expected that kid to still be alive.

But it's fine.

He gave a cold smile; the future is long, opportunities abound.

Let's play it slow.

In the blink of an eye, evening arrived; Jiang Cheng and Qin Lao left the base together.

On the way back, Qin Lao kept sighing, "Indeed, the waves behind push those ahead; each generation surpasses the last."

Although everyone was a tenth-level Force Warrior, Jiang Cheng used a psychic weapon; he had no chance to fight back at first, he was unwilling, after being "killed" several times, he finally realized the truth, began close combat, and thus gained the ability to retaliate.

Of course, it was only a retaliatory ability; most of the time he was just taking hits passively, let alone footwork—their swordsmanship differed considerably.

Even so, Qin Lao felt he had benefited greatly, and at parting he repeatedly urged Jiang Cheng to spar again tomorrow.

After returning home and spending some warm time with his family, Jiang Cheng went back to his room and took out the Pagoda Visualization Diagram.

Today's events once again gave him a reminder.

Don't look at how quickly his strength has risen lately; in terms of spiritual power, it's like riding a rocket, but a first-level Spirit Master is still too weak.

If it weren't for that treasure on him, he would have been dead long ago.

"As for improving combat skills, let's put that aside for now; challenging the remaining Supremes is the same."

Jiang Cheng was making plans in his mind.

The more Supremes he defeats, the more True Martial he obtains; this is naturally a good thing.

But if his realm doesn't advance, even if he perfects the martial arts corresponding to True Martial, it won't be of much use; without opening specific acupoints, it's ultimately like a skillful cook unable to cook without rice.

As for spiritual power cultivation methods, they don't require opening any acupoints, but there are still requirements for the spiritual power realm.

Fortunately, different spiritual power techniques have no acupoint requirement; one only needs spiritual power to reach the standard, plus some comprehension, to be able to execute them.

This isn't a problem for him, since with the panel he doesn't need comprehension; he just needs to constantly use Spiritual Secret Techniques in the Virtual Combat System to raise proficiency.

After all, in the virtual world, one doesn't actually consume real-world spiritual power; if spiritual power runs out in virtual combat, one just needs to exit the battle.

From this perspective, the Virtual Combat System is truly a rare treasure; even some treasures meant for Supremes can't compare to it.

So, for the next period of time, hurry up and train your Spiritual Power; at the very least, first raise the proficiency of the Seven Treasure Flowing Light Pendant to perfection before speaking further.

Jiang Cheng's eyes were full of determination.

If he becomes a Level 10 Spirit Master, as long as the Supreme does not appear, even someone of the same level, he would not fear; moreover, if he controls enough Psychic Weapons, even if a Level One Supreme appears, he would still have the strength to fight. (End of chapter)