Chapter 746: with translation of chapter title

746. Chapter 744 Justice! What is justice?

Feng Tianfeng then reminded Zi Xi'er to pay attention to choosing time and place for cultivation, and together with Lu Yuan discussed how to respond to sudden events.

She also advised Zi Xi'er to focus more on cultivating defensive arts, so as not to suffer harm again.

As time passed, Zi Xi'er gradually recovered the strength she had lost from her previous injuries.

With the help of Lu Yuan and Feng Tianfeng, she successfully broke through her own realm and initially mastered some advanced immortal arts.

Her strength grew ever stronger, becoming a notable presence in the South Continent Branch Sect.

However, while Zi Xi'er's cultivation progressed smoothly, some changes also occurred within Five Abundance City.

Rumors claimed that a heretical cult force hid in the Xinan mountains and attempted to seize important resources within Five Abundance City.

This news attracted the attention and concern of many cultivators and sect disciples.

Zi Xi'er, Lu Yuan, and Feng Tianfeng three decided to participate, to defend the safety of Five Abundance City.

They secretly investigated the heretical cult's movements and sought aid from other sects.

Accompanied by Su Liyan and other cultivators from the camp, Lu Yuan, Zi Xi'er, and Feng Tianfeng four together came to the market to explore.

The market is an important trading center within the South Continent Branch Sect, attracting many cultivators and merchants every day to trade.

Upon entering the market, they immediately felt the bustling crowd and noisy sounds.

Stalls of various colors lined both sides, and a crowd shoulder-to-shoulder flowed through.

They moved slowly with the flow of people, carefully observing the surroundings.

Just as they were developing a strong interest in the market, suddenly several cultivators with powerful auras approached.

They wore specially made garments of the Eternal Dao Institute, and with contemptuous and disdainful eyes surveyed the surrounding crowd.

One cultivator contemptuously glanced at Lu Yuan's group and sneered.

"Oh? Looks like the South Continent Branch Sect has brought another bunch of country bumpkins again?"

"Do you think you can make it big here?"

Feng Tianfeng's face darkened slightly, but he remained calm: "We're just here to look around the market; we didn't intend to cause trouble."

That cultivator gave a cold laugh: "You country bumpkins' strength is utterly insufficient to establish a foothold here."

"What kind of sect, having no true experts appear, still has the right to show off here?"

Zi Xi'er's brows furrowed slightly, and she tightly gripped the hilt of her sword.

But Lu Yuan gently patted her shoulder, signaling her to stay calm.

He looked at that cultivator and said lightly: "We are not here to fight with you."

"But if you want to test our strength, I don't mind dispelling your arrogance."

The Eternal Dao Institute cultivator, upon hearing this, couldn't help but relax a bit, knowing Lu Yuan was no ordinary person.

At that moment, Su Liyan stepped forward, smiling at that cultivator and said: "Eternal Dao Institute disciples really speak without thinking."

"I have heard that Profound Heaven Gate inflicted heavy losses on the heretical cult, causing them great damage."

"Perhaps you should consider your identity more."

As soon as her words left her mouth, the surrounding crowd couldn't help but glance sideways.

Because the heretical cult has recently caused considerable panic in the South Continent, many sects remain vigilant about it.

The Eternal Dao Institute cultivator's expression changed slightly; he did not know the true strength of Lu Yuan's group, but he could not be careless.

He said with a grim face: "No matter who you are, our Eternal Dao Institute will never let Five Abundance City fall into crisis!"

Zi Xi'er smiled faintly: "It seems the heretical cult has even turned its target toward the Eternal Dao Institute; you'd better be careful."

These words undoubtedly served as a reminder of the major threat facing them, letting the Eternal Dao Institute cultivator understand the deep meaning of what Zi Xi'er said.

The cultivators at the market gradually quieted down, realizing that the cultivator who spoke disparagingly had shown contempt and provocation, and they all turned appreciative and affirming glances toward the four.

Under everyone's gaze, Feng Tianfeng stepped forward and shouted loudly: "Justice! What is justice?"

"In the midst of the heretical cult's rampage, we, the South Continent Branch Sect, the Eternal Dao Institute, and the Profound Heaven Gate, jointly guard the safety and harmony of Five Abundance City!"

"Today, we gather here not to fight and exclude, but to jointly oppose that demonic menace threatening all beings!"

"I expect every cultivator present to join our efforts!"

His voice echoed throughout the market, as if a full moon rose in the sky.

The crowd burst into applause and cheers.

Lu Yuan gave Feng Tianfeng a look of gratitude and approval.

While Lu Yuan and his companions were strolling through the market, suddenly they heard a fierce argument erupting from a nearby stall.

It turned out that a stall owner was selling a somewhat worn-looking alchemy furnace, which was considered low in value due to its poor appearance.

Lu Yuan took great interest in that alchemy furnace, and with his keen eyesight discovered the secret hidden within it.

"This alchemy furnace hides an advanced spell formation!"

Lu Yuan felt surprised: "Although its appearance seems unimpressive, its internal structure is actually quite exquisite."

He immediately walked toward the stall owner.

"Boss, I want to buy this alchemy furnace."

Lu Yuan pointed at that worn-out thing and said.

The stall owner frowned: "Little brother, if you think it's too old, I have other better-looking ones."

Lu Yuan smiled: "Boss, you misunderstood; I am very interested in this alchemy furnace."

"How many spirit stones does it cost?"

The stall owner looked at Lu Yuan with a face full of contempt, tone disdainful: "You're valuing this scrap iron too highly, aren't you?"

"Even if you gave me ten thousand spirit stones, I wouldn't sell it."

Lu Yuan gave a slight smile: "If that's the case, then please accept ten thousand spirit stones."

Amid the gazes of the surrounding onlookers, Lu Yuan took out ten thousand spirit stones and handed them to the stall owner.

This sudden scene immediately caused an uproar.

"This kid is really generous!"

"He has no eye for value, actually spending ten thousand spirit stones on a piece of junk!"

The crowd chattered in discussion.

Lu Yuan, unmoved, stored the alchemy furnace into his storage bag.

He knew full well that this seemingly old alchemy furnace was actually a treasure.

He believed that as long as he unleashed its potential, he would surely gain unexpected benefits.

At the same time, Feng Tianfeng gifted Su Liyan a newly crafted alchemy furnace of excellent quality as a present.

Su Liyan happily took the new alchemy furnace and patted Feng Tianfeng on the shoulder to show her gratitude.

"Thank you."

She said with a smile, "This alchemy furnace will surely provide me with better support."

Feng Tianfeng gave her a deep look and said, "As long as you put your heart into it, any tool can unleash great value."

They continued walking through the market, viewing various treasures.

Lu Yuan introduced to Su Liyan the alchemy furnace he had just purchased, and described the secret of the formation he had discovered within it. (End of chapter)