Chapter 668

Zhang Yu transferred 1000 spirit coins to Zhang Pianpian, then boarded the flying boat together with the numerous zhenjuns.

Besides the four Nascent Soul corpses that were divided up, Zhao Ruoli of the Golden Core realm had long been killed and then promptly carved up as well.

In fact, when they were just dividing the spoils from the four Nascent Souls, Zhao Ruoli had already been factored in, but a mere Golden Core cultivator beside four Nascent Souls was treated as little more than an extra scrap, not worth Qingming Zhenjun specifically pointing out.

Before departing, the zhenjuns issued a gag order, requiring everyone present not to disclose the news Liujin Zhenjun had just released—namely, that they could revive through the Dark Spirit Realm, and that Kunlun would cause a deficit for each school.

However, both Zhang Yu and the Nascent Soul zhenjun knew now that such news could not be hidden for long, and the top ten schools would likely face another period of turmoil.

Staring at the fourth layer still locked in fierce battle in the sky, everyone felt that since the war began, the rebel forces had been advancing triumphantly and winning one victory after another, while the top ten schools encountered nothing but setbacks, gradually showing signs of defeat.

On the flying boat, although everyone’s minds were churning because of what Liujin Zhenjun had said, after the recent money distribution the atmosphere among the zhenjuns had become more harmonious.

After speaking with one zhenjun after another, Qingming Zhenjun came over to Zhang Yu.

Looking up at the black curtain that obscured the five layers of Kunxu, Qingming Zhenjun sighed, "In chaotic times, crisis is also opportunity."

"If it were the old days, killing four Nascent Souls like this would probably not only fail to make money but actually cost a lot."

Zhang Yu nodded sincerely, muttering inwardly, "War… there’s huge profit in it. But you have to be on the winning side—or rather, the side with greater strength."

Qingming Zhenjun continued, "Zhang Yu, Master Ciji still has one Divine Transformation certificate in hand. What do you think about this matter?"

Zhang Yu’s heart stirred, but he answered casually, "My master is resourceful and plays her cards close to the chest; every move carries deep meaning. How could I possibly understand it?"

Qingming Zhenjun would not let Zhang Yu brush him off so easily. He said bluntly, "I want to ascend to Divine Transformation. Anzhen Zhenjun, Qiyun Zhenjun, and the others all support me. What do you think?"

Zhang Yu smiled. "With so many people supporting you, you don’t need a mere Golden Core cultivator like me to voice an opinion."

At this moment, Zhang Yu didn’t have many thoughts about the Divine Transformation certificate, after all he had only just entered the Golden Core stage and still had a long way to go before reaching the peak of Nascent Soul and being able to impact Divine Transformation.

Moreover, the situation was growing more difficult by the day, and Zhang Yu didn’t think the Divine Transformation certificate in Master Ciji’s hands would remain unclaimed for that long.

But facing Qingming Zhenjun’s inquiry, Zhang Yu was unwilling to commit himself easily.

After all, although he himself was not contending for the Divine Transformation certificate, there were other Nascent Soul cultivators who would, and Zhang Yu was hoping those Nascent Soul zhenjuns would stuff him with money.

Qingming Zhenjun pressed on, "I want to ask you: do you support my ascension to Divine Transformation or not?"

Looking at the Zhang Yu before him, Qingming Zhenjun knew that although Zhang Yu could not play a decisive role in the current great war, as the disciple of Ciji Shenjun and the bearer of a strategic immortal sect technique, he had a brilliant future ahead and carried considerable weight in Ciji Shenjun’s heart.

In Qingming Zhenjun’s view, no matter whom Zhang Yu supported for Divine Transformation, it would be a considerable help.

Qingming Zhenjun added, "If you help me this time, when you later attempt Divine Transformation, I will support you with all my strength."

But Zhang Yu still gave no commitment. He merely smiled and said, "Everything still depends on my master’s will. What I say counts for nothing."

Staring at Zhang Yu, Qingming Zhenjun thought to himself, "Still waiting for the highest bid? Wanting more?"

"Nearly 2000 spirit coins in total, and that’s still not enough to satisfy you?"

"Forget it, as long as this guy doesn’t oppose me, it’s fine."

Although he was secretly annoyed, Qingming Zhenjun would not stop sending money in the future. In his view, as long as he kept delivering benefits to ensure Zhang Yu wouldn’t cause trouble behind his back, it was a worthwhile investment.

After exchanging a few more words, the two parted ways. Zhang Yu then received a message from Zhang Pianpian.

Zhang Pianpian: ???

Zhang Yu: Senior sister, go ahead and spend it.

Zhang Yu: I’m making a lot of money now, just enough to support you. The situation will be dangerous from now on, so hurry up and improve your strength too.

Zhang Yu muttered inwardly, "Just in time for this huge windfall—even after giving away 1000, I won’t have insufficient spirit coins to hinder my leveling up."

He knew he had little talent for talismans or spirit realm techniques, and as the war grew more perilous, Zhang Pianpian’s improvement would be a great help to him. Besides, upgrading the Taiqing Talisman itself was also an enhancement for him.

This time, Zhang Pianpian did not refuse as she had in the past.

It wasn’t until Zhang Yu returned to his dormitory and was about to resume cultivation that Zhang Pianpian sent a single message: Same place as before.

Zhang Yu’s heart stirred. He immediately summoned the Yu Shu and checked it—the Taiqing Talisman had already been upgraded to level 3.

"So the upgrade is complete."

Overjoyed, Zhang Yu immediately sensed the effects of the Taiqing Talisman’s upgrade. After a moment, he opened his eyes, a hint of surprise flashing in them.

Instantly, he arrived in the Taiqing Realm, and as expected, he saw Zhang Pianpian sitting cross-legged in the main hall, quietly waiting for him.

Seeing Zhang Yu's arrival, Zhang Pianpian smiled slightly and said, "Brother, you've helped me a big favor again this time."

Zhang Yu smiled and said, "Sister, you and I rely on each other as siblings, which allows us to advance with difficulty on the path of immortality. I've always remembered the care you showed me back then."

Hearing Zhang Yu's words, Zhang Pianpian was silent for a moment, as if lost in some kind of thought, then shook her head and said, "Come, let me show you the changes in Taiqing Realm."

Although he had already understood through Yu Shu's Dao Seed Spectrum, Zhang Yu still listened patiently to Zhang Pianpian's explanation.

Then the two walked out of the main hall, and Zhang Yu followed Zhang Pianpian to the backyard of Taiqing Realm, where he discovered that a huge pond had appeared at some unknown time.

Within the pond, thunder clouds roiled and lightning flashed; it was not pond water, but a pool of thunder.