[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship":3,"chapter-grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-chapter-140":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Grinding EXP From a Demon Hunting Ship",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1358130,1796,"Chapter 140: Gifting a Sea Chart, Superb Acting","grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-chapter-140",140,"\u003Cp>High above Donglong Island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye stood upon the wind, gazing at Bai Xiuying’s figure, his thoughts stirring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Trouble’s come knocking...’ he grumbled to himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye had his suspicions about Bai Xiuying’s purpose for coming to Donglong Island at this particular time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>According to his intelligence, the Immortal City Fleet led by Sikong Xin had followed the trail of the White Whale Moby Dick into the Dongning Sea Region half a month ago!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Currently, the Immortal City Fleet was organizing manpower to hunt it down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, it was proving quite difficult...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, the Dongning Sea Region was far from the Immortal City and had been ravaged by the Beast Tide, which had destroyed nearly all the spirit island settlements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under these circumstances, just tracking the White Whale’s movements was a difficult task.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To make any headway, the best method was to request help from the nearby Foundation Establishment families...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, after a few pleasantries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiuying’s clear gaze sharpened, and her expression turned serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To be honest, Mr. Su, I have a favor to ask...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you here about the ’White Whale’?\" Su Ye asked, his expression calm and unreadable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed...\" Bai Xiuying nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This demon is cunning, and the Dongning Sea Region is vast. Our forces are spread too thin...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I wonder, would you be willing to lend us a hand...?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiuying was about to say more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m sorry, but the sea is treacherous, and I have no intention of leaving Donglong Island.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye shook his head, cutting her off bluntly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However... this demon instigated the Beast Tide and brought disaster to these waters...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am willing to offer some assistance to Mr. Sikong’s demon-hunting operation...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye’s tone softened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he took a blank jade slip from his Storage Ring and imprinted it with his Divine Sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This jade slip contains a detailed chart of the Dongning Sea Region.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It includes many areas not found on the charts circulating publicly...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye said, his eyes deep and profound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A sea chart...\" Bai Xiuying accepted the jade slip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression shifted slightly as she swept it with her Divine Sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, compared to the charts in Weiyuan Immortal City’s collection and those available on the market, this one was far more detailed!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was the result of Su Ye’s own efforts over the past few years, painstakingly compiled from his demon-hunting expeditions and observations of the sea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This chart is precious. I am willing to offer a batch of Gathering Essence Pills as thanks!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiuying said seriously, producing a Cyan Jade Porcelain Bottle and floating it over with her Magical Power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had the disposition of a Sword Cultivator—sincere and direct, unwilling to use her position to bully others or take resources for free.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Gathering Essence Pills?\" Su Ye was slightly surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had heard of this elixir before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Gathering Essence Pill could refine one’s Magical Power and accelerate cultivation growth!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, it was more profound than the Profound Yuan Elixir he had previously taken and was even quite effective for Mid-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After they exchanged the chart and the elixirs, the atmosphere between them grew more amicable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiuying hadn’t given up, however. She made another attempt, saying earnestly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Su, the White Whale Demon King was injured but not killed. It now lies dormant in the Dongning Sea Region, which poses a considerable threat to Donglong Island as well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With the speed and maneuverability of your Ghostly Flood Dragon, helping Mr. Sikong track down the Demon King and slay it would be a truly great deed...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, the mission is dangerous.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you are willing to help, we are prepared to offer another four batches of ’Gathering Essence Pills’, as well as...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiuying paused, her gaze earnest as she made a solemn promise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A single ’Chongyuan Elixir’!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is a breakthrough elixir that can help a Mid-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator break through to the Late-stage!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even though you achieved Foundation Establishment on your own and possess potent Magical Power, the bottleneck to the Late-stage is exceptionally difficult to overcome.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Without the aid of an elixir, even with your talent, you will inevitably waste precious years...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But with this elixir’s help, you could break through to the Late-stage Foundation Establishment well within a century. When that time comes, reaching the next major realm will be within your grasp...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiuying said earnestly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’A Chongyuan Elixir and four batches of Gathering Essence Pills... What an extravagant offer!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye’s gaze flickered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These two elixirs were quite rare among Tier-2 elixirs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only were the required Spirit Medicines hundreds, or even a thousand, years old and difficult to gather...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...but they also required an Alchemy Master to personally refine them!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was safe to say that the reward Bai Xiuying had promised was quite substantial!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Unfortunately... these two elixirs hold no appeal for me...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye mused, chuckling to himself in amusement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, with his current cultivation speed rivaling that of a Celestial Spiritual Root, elixirs that refined Magical Power were of little value to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for breakthrough elixirs, they were utterly meaningless...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’The Spirit Ship’s Harmony, which shares its cultivation stage, is the best breakthrough elixir there is!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Besides, the Cyan Profound Sect and Weiyuan Immortal City are currently at odds. Accepting a reward from the Immortal City would be tantamount to picking a side...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’But if I refuse Bai Xiuying’s generous offer outright, I’ll risk offending the Immortal City, which wouldn’t be wise... Let me think... I’ve got it!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though these thoughts ran through his mind, Su Ye’s expression revealed nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He appeared to be pondering, lost in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiuying didn’t press him, simply waiting patiently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, a cyan Escape Light shot up from Donglong Island. It was Xiao Sheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Sheng rode the Escape Light upward and came to a stop in the air. He glanced at Bai Xiuying, and his expression flickered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly turned to Su Ye, his tone seemingly displeased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Su, you had better think this through. The Sect...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Enough!\" Su Ye’s expression turned cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A wave of Divine Sense—clearly stronger than the Mid-stage Foundation Establishment but a touch weaker than the Late-stage—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>swept out like a hurricane, spreading in all directions and washing over Xiao Sheng and Bai Xiuying!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ugh...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Sheng let out a muffled grunt, his spiritual soul trembling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiuying’s expression changed. A golden, sword-shaped sigil flashed between her brows, blocking the spiritual assault.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye’s expression was cold as he scanned them both. When his gaze fell on Bai Xiuying, it held a hint of resignation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My friends, I will be entering seclusion for a while.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As for the Ghostly Flood Dragon, it has been in service for many years. Its hull is aging and needs to be brought in for an overhaul...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My apologies.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And by the way... Mr. Xiao, given our friendship, you are welcome to stay in the marketplace for as long as you wish.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, Luoyue Mountain is the ancestral home of the Luo Clan. There are many customs to observe, so please refrain from visiting too often.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye cupped his hands in a brief salute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a flick of his sleeve, his black robes whipping in the wind, he transformed into a streak of Escape Light and departed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Sheng and Bai Xiuying exchanged a look in midair, their expressions a mixture of emotions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「A moment later.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Sheng snorted, then rode his Escape Light back toward the marketplace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xiuying’s gaze, however, darkened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She gazed toward Luoyue Mountain, lost in thought for a moment, before riding her sword away from Donglong Island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「Night.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>「The Marketplace.」\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for the trouble, Mr. Xiao. I appreciate you playing along with that little show.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Ye, who had activated the Illusion Spirit Pearl to conceal his form, raised his cup to Xiao Sheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s no trouble... I understand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After all, that’s just how the sea region is these days... even trying to stay out of things requires a great deal of effort...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Sheng gave a wry smile, his voice filled with emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was clearly reminded of the efforts he himself had made to get away from his sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even as a Foundation Establishment cultivator, in these chaotic times, one can barely manage to look out for oneself...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sigh... Unfortunately, my talent is limited, and I’m bogged down by trivial matters. I likely have no hope of reaching the next major realm in this lifetime...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You, on the other hand, Mr. Su... you probably have a real chance of reaching the next realm...\" Xiao Sheng said, half-drunk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Me?\" Su Ye chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s not talk about that... Drink up, Mr. Xiao.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Right, let’s drink, let’s drink!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1460,"2026-06-05T21:02:39.312Z",1,"novelbin.me","8d4fcbeaf55bd96a11a433150318122641b3ba06a03a283b8be089d958f16426","grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-chapter-141","grinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-chapter-139",236,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fgrinding-exp-from-a-demon-hunting-ship-cover.jpg"]