Chapter 91

They recalled the trials Xu Chen had endured in his past life; in this life, they would absolutely guard him by his side.

Thus Xi said, "Yes, it's an innocent life too—don't act."

Gongsun Liuli nodded vigorously, "Exactly, we're not that cruel." Upon hearing this, everyone from Qixiu Workshop and the two women from Thousand Poison Workshop were left speechless.

Saintess, are you certain you're truly this kind? You kill faster than anyone else on ordinary days!

For a moment, they clicked their tongues and glanced at Xu Chen beside them. The power of love is truly unbelievable.

Xu Chen grinned, "Look around—any other treasures?" Everyone nodded and began searching.

A disciple from Qixiu Workshop discovered a green jade stone.

The jade emitted a faint green glow, its surface uneven yet crystal clear. Xu Chen was stunned—he'd never seen this in his past life.

But with his Immortal Emperor's knowledge, after a moment's observation, he quickly recognized it: Xuan Ling Shen Yu.

When this appears, it never comes in just a little—it comes in vast quantities.

What makes this thing most famous isn't its clarity, but its strength.

Its strength rivals that of meteoric iron from beyond the heavens—impervious to blades and spears, nearly impossible to shatter with Spiritual Qi, ideal for forging extremely powerful weapons.

Moreover, once forged into a weapon, it can continue absorbing Spiritual Qi and essence from heaven and earth, evolving further. This thing is a Seventh Grade Heavenly Material and Earthly Treasure.

Xi, upon seeing it, exclaimed in shock, "Top-tier weapon forging material."

Gongsun Liuli warned, "Hurry and dig—there must be more nearby, maybe even multiple deposits."

Upon hearing this, everyone from Qixiu Workshop began searching for the remaining Xuan Ling Shen Yu.

Here was a piece, there another chunk. About a day later, they finally dug up every last piece of Xuan Ling Shen Yu—collectively, exactly dozens of jin, enough to forge one weapon. The two women immediately turned to Xu Chen: "Chen, you need a suitable weapon—take it. We already have ours." Xu Chen didn't hesitate. This wasn't the protagonist's destiny—it was his to take. Without delay, he stored the Xuan Ling Shen Yu inside his Yang Ling Storage Ring. Instantly, Xu Chen felt utterly at ease.

Awesome!

This trip to Qilin Dong was truly worth it!

After we leave, I'll first ascend to Sixth Grade, then use forging techniques to craft my own unique weapon. But I need quiet and time—this place isn't ideal. "Let's go."

At this point, Xu Chen no longer intended to pay attention to the Huo Qilin and prepared to leave.

The women all nodded—staying here had lost its meaning. Yet, at some point, a cold laugh echoed: "Leave? Where are you going?" Xu Chen frowned and looked closely—the speakers were Ye Xuan and his group. Clearly, after looting the side path's opportunities, they'd come here to scout. Who knew they'd spot the Xuan Ling Shen Yu—and the Huo Qilin. Instantly, they were ecstatic.

The Huo Qilin is a treasure all over its body! Xu Chen looked at Ye Xuan: "So, you're going to attack the Huo Qilin?" Ye Xuan stared at the Huo Qilin—and instantly, a voice inside him told him not to move. He felt an urge to retreat, but then remembered this might be Xu Chen's possession. Ye Xuan gritted his teeth—why not act? Must he bow to Xu Chen's will?

Anything belonging to Xu Chen, he must obtain—or destroy if he cannot. Thus Ye Xuan coldly said, "Why not?"

Xu Chen clicked his tongue. Damn, in his past life, Ye Xuan had actively protected the Huo Qilin. Now, because of his hostility toward him, he wanted to kill it? Jesus, this change is too drastic—he couldn't even handle it. Xu Chen shrugged, "I don't recommend you touch it—it's nearly completed its transformation." The Sixth Grade experts from Shadow Gate and Tianlei Pavilion said, "Such a beast—killing it would be a waste."

"Whoosh!" As soon as they spoke, one of the Sixth Grade experts suddenly activated his movement technique and rushed forward. He clenched his fist and slammed it straight at the transforming Huo Qilin. "Ahh!"

But the Huo Qilin remained unharmed.

Instead, the red ring around the Huo Qilin instantly released Flame and counterattacked him. The next second, that Sixth Grade expert was swiftly reduced to ash before everyone's stunned eyes. Throughout the process, screams rang out—but no one dared approach, for the Flame was too fierce.

Many, seeing this, turned pale with fear and quickly stepped back several paces. "T-this Huo Qilin… how strong is it?" "A Sixth Grade expert—instantly vaporized?" Xu Chen grinned. It wasn't the Huo Qilin that was strong.

It was the ring—this was the Huo Qilin's innate martial art, a protective ring automatically generated during transformation. It vanishes after transformation, preventing anyone from disrupting the process. Xu Chen smiled, "So, still not going to try?"

Hearing this, the people from Shadow Gate and Tianlei Pavilion instantly deflated, their bravado gone. Ye Xuan narrowed his eyes and said, "Xu Chen, you must've collected plenty of Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures—why not share them with everyone?"

Xu Chen asked curiously, "Don't you have any? Why don't you share?" Ye Xuan feigned ignorance, "We found no treasures at all—right, everyone?"

The people from Shadow Gate, Tianlei Pavilion, and Tian Dao Sect instantly understood Ye Xuan's intent—he was trying to trick Xu Chen.

They all nodded in agreement: "The side path was far too dangerous—there were no treasures at all. Xu Chen, have pity on us—share with everyone."

"Yes, if you don't, you're not really our brother—then don't blame us!" Under Ye Xuan's incitement, the three sects began threatening Xu Chen.

If he didn't give, they'd take by force.

Gongsun Liuli chuckled, "Interesting. Ye Xuan, your true nature is showing."

Xi sneered, "I knew you were this disgusting—anything to steal treasures."

In his past life, Ye Xuan had incited others to harm Xu Chen—truly revolting.

And Xu Chen, as a villain, had no power to resist—ended up suffering terribly. Ye Xuan coldly said, "What nature? Everyone has nothing—only you, Xu Chen, has treasure. That's unfair."

The dozens from the three sects shouted in unison: "Yes, unfair! Hand it over! Without Ye Xuan, you wouldn't even have entered Qilin Dong!"

Amid the shouting, Xu Chen instantly became the target of all. Xu Chen narrowed his eyes: "So, you all want to fight?"

Ye Xuan sneered, "Who's afraid of whom?"

Xu Chen, Xu Chen—now I have the numbers. This time, you're definitely losing.

This time, every treasure will be mine.

"Crack—!"

As Ye Xuan spoke, a cracking sound rang out.

Everyone turned in shock—the sound came from the Huo Qilin.

No, precisely—from the red ring around the Huo Qilin, a crack had appeared.

This meant the Huo Qilin's transformation was complete.

It was about to emerge.

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