Chapter 356

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Protagonist:

Xu Zhangqing

Broken Moon Flowing Frost slowly descended, a faint chill spreading outward.

Green grass lay flat, the earth cold and hard.

Xu Zhangqing leapt down from atop it, then called out toward the opposite side: "Master He!"

Suddenly, a wave of cool breath rushed over, his whole body feeling refreshed and comfortable.

Immediately after, Zhu Fuxian came strolling out of the bamboo hut carrying a huge wine gourd, his eyes sweeping casually as he asked: "Judging by your complexion, you've run into something again?"

Xu Zhangqing summarized the events of the past few days: "It's like this..."

Starting from when he went to Xuanxin City with Chu Qiu and the others, what happened along the way, what he experienced, how he awakened his Water Spirit Root, all the way to returning and encountering the insect swarm attack — he told it all.

In short, although it was only a general account, every stage was described very clearly.

Zhu Fuxian listened thoughtfully: "Therefore, you believe the reason you encountered the Unicorn Flying Insect this time was actually Rong Long probing?"

Xu Zhangqing pondered: "This disciple believes there's an eighty to ninety percent chance it's him."

Zhu Fuxian tilted his head back and took a large gulp of the clear wine, then asked: "Only Chu Qiu and the others knew about your trip to Xuanxin City, so how did Rong Long find out?"

Xu Zhangqing froze for a moment, then stared wide-eyed: "Could it be he's in Xuanxin City right now!"

Come to think of it, when he first arrived at Xuanxin City, he didn't feel any sense of being watched.

It was only after he took first place that it appeared.

Zhu Fuxian asked further: "Have you learned the Ten Thousand Insects Secret Record?"

Xu Zhangqing nodded: "That thing takes seven days to get started, this disciple learned it long ago."

Zhu Fuxian continued: "Then, have you ever used the Reverse Meridian Dragon Transformation Insect Mother's ability?"

Xu Zhangqing shook his head: "From beginning to end, I never once summoned the Reverse Meridian Dragon Transformation Insect Mother."

Zhu Fuxian mused: "Rong Long doesn't know you; the current surveillance and attacks are more a form of probing.

Perhaps he sensed the aura of the Reverse Meridian Dragon Transformation Insect Mother, but couldn't confirm whether it's actually on you."

Xu Zhangqing felt a wave of lingering fear.

As a Spirit Insect Cultivator, if one encounters a rare spirit insect like the Unicorn Flying Insect, most people's first reaction — or rather, choice — would definitely be to capture it.

Even if he didn't use it himself, he could sell it for spirit stones.

But if he really did that, it would be equivalent to stepping into the trap Rong Long set.

Equivalent to admitting he indeed has the Reverse Meridian Dragon Transformation Insect Mother; what would await him then wouldn't be probing, but an attack from a Qin Hua Golden Core.

Although a Qin Hua Golden Core is the weakest Golden Core, with a lifetime limit of only Nascent Soul Stage, dealing with a group of Foundation Establishment Stage juniors would still be effortless.

Zhu Fuxian smiled: "Rest assured, since Rong Long's location is confirmed, the Immortal Sect will certainly dispatch Xing Punishment Hall Elders to capture him.

As for you, as long as you don't leave the Immortal Sect, there's absolutely no danger."

Xu Zhangqing said with difficulty: "Master He, there's another piece of news I don't know whether to mention?"

Zhu Fuxian's eyes narrowed: "What?"

Xu Zhangqing said seriously: "Zhao Qianyun didn't just organize the Qianfan Zhengdu Conference, he also invited all participants to go to Rumeng Island together."

Zhu Fuxian smiled playfully: "Do you know, Rumeng Island has another name."

Xu Zhangqing showed a curious look, hurriedly asking: "What name?"

Zhu Fuxian said at once: "Small is called ge, large is called shen.

Rumeng three thousand, heart insect lurks within the square inch.

Therefore named, Ying Liang Tai!"

Xu Zhangqing blinked: "Uh... never heard of it."

Zhu Fuxian sat down on the ground, drinking wine while explaining: "Whether Rumeng Island or Ying Liang Tai, there are indeed opportunities hidden inside, but ordinary people can't obtain them.

Anyone who sets foot on the island carrying desire will produce a heart insect.

This insect feeds on the desires of cultivators.

The more people, the faster its growth speed."

Xu Zhangqing understood upon hearing this: "You mean Rong Long has his sights on the heart insect?"

Zhu Fuxian nodded slightly: "Correct."

Xu Zhangqing's face immediately darkened: "This Zhao Qianyun doesn't have good intentions either!"

Zhu Fuxian said with disdain: "People like Zhao Qianyun merely exploit the greed in people's hearts to share the illusion realm pressure on Rumeng Island."

To put it bluntly, if it were truly some good place, why wouldn't the Immortal Sect go?

How could it be the turn of mere Xuanxin City, the Five Great Families, ordinary cultivation forces?

Isn't it just that they look down on it!

Bidding farewell to Master He, Xu Zhangqing rode Broken Moon Flowing Frost back to his own Spirit Field.

He had already made up his mind: if Rong Long wasn't caught, he would absolutely not go out.

Therefore, he could only let Xuan Zhu wait for a while.

As for the Loose Cultivator Market transactions, he might as well hand them over completely to Lin An.

Spirit stones are important.

Resources are important.

But one's own life is even more important.

"Woof woof!"

After many days apart, seeing his Master return, Wangwang was beside himself with excitement.

He wagged his tail as he approached, and at the same time peed all over the ground.

Ya Da was his same old self; ever since receiving a name, he had been drifting in and out.

Nothing at home had changed much.

It was just that because he hadn't pulled weeds for several days, the surroundings were full of wildly growing weeds.

Coupled with the Five Mu Spirit Fields that had no Spirit Plants cultivated, there was quite a desolate atmosphere.

Seeing this, Xu Changqing mused: "It seems Puppetry needs to be put on the agenda."

Without a stronghold, every little thing has to be done personally.

Taking advantage of no one being around, he raised a hand.

The surrounding weeds instantly detached from the soil, floating in mid-air.

Then with a "pop" he lightly snapped his fingers, and they immediately burst into flames.

After they turned to ash, he waved a hand and scattered them all over the Five Mu Spirit Fields.

This move directly left Wangwang staring dumbfounded.

Xu Changqing grinned: "Five Spiritual Roots is just awesome!"

Afterward, he entered the Stone House to start making food.

Being happy himself, he naturally had to let the pets at home follow along and be happy together.

This time, using the specialty products purchased in Xuanxin City, he made a table full of seafood.

Steamed Spirit Abalone, Braised Jia Xia, Fire-Roasted Coral Crab, Tide Sound Flower Stewed Hailin Fish, and so on and so on, appearing exceptionally rich.

The aroma drifted out, making Wangwang, the Pearl Chicken, and the Five Fire Crows drool with craving.

They all gathered at the Door, eyes fixed staring at the Inside.

Wangwang was the most undignified; drool flowed from the gaps of his teeth.

Ya Da was the most unlucky; the food hadn't been eaten yet, but he got covered in a body of saliva.

Xu Changqing held the fragrant Five Elements Circulating Rice, deliberately swaying it in front of the Spirit Pets, instantly causing a commotion.

Then he returned to the Front of the dining table and began portioning dishes.

This table of seafood wasn't just for himself to eat; everyone had a share.

Soon, the Spirit Pets were eating the food in their bowls in an orderly manner.

Regardless of whether it was seafood or Five Elements Circulating Rice, all exuded an alluring fragrance.

Eating this kind of delicacy for the first time, they wished they could lick even the soup clean.

Xu Changqing Sees In Eyes, his thoughts suddenly returning to the winter of the year he Just Turned Positive; At That Time, there was only himself and Wangwang at home.

One person, one dog, eating Spirit Rice, drinking Spirit Wine.

Now, although he raised a pile of Spirit Pets — dogs, chickens, turtles, fish, insects — he was still alone!