Chapter 1576 - 652: Magnanimous Assistance

Chapter 1576: Chapter 652: Magnanimous Assistance

Ning Zhuo’s gaze fell upon that rust-black long nail and then slowly moved to the masked cultivator, his expression somewhat complex.

"What is the price?" the young man asked.

The masked cultivator sensed the scrutiny and caution in Ning Zhuo’s eyes: "This item is specially refined for the Three Brave of Xiang Sect. If you wish to use it, I will grant it to you. But you must promise to use it on the Three Brave of Xiang Sect!"

"So, we must sign a contract."

"Besides this, my clan seeks nothing else."

Ning Zhuo was silent for a moment: "Alright."

After signing the contract, the masked cultivator turned and left, showing no intention of lingering.

Tonight was destined to be restless.

Shortly after the masked cultivator departed, Cao Gui arrived.

When he entered, his expression was tense, with obvious beads of sweat oozing from his forehead, his eyes darting around as if afraid someone might follow.

Upon seeing Ning Zhuo, he presented a Treasure Box made of Golden Silk Nanmu, its surface affixed with three layers of Sealing Talismans, colored white, green, and gold respectively.

Cao Gui placed the Treasure Box lightly on the desk and whispered, "Young Master Ning, this item... please accept it."

Ning Zhuo glanced at him. Cao Gui’s throat bobbed as he swallowed nervously: "This item was dispatched to me by my Cao Family to gift to you specifically. The elder has instructed numerous times, saying its value is extremely high and crucial for you!"

Ning Zhuo opened the Treasure Box.

Inside was a layer of snow-white padding, upon which lay an Elixir Pill quietly.

The Elixir Pill was the size of a dragon’s eye, its shell translucent jade white, with a strand of golden thread like a roaming dragon slowly moving inside, sealed deep within the Elixir Pills, as if ready to break through at any moment.

The pill surface revealed nine fine patterns, each one alternating between bright and dark like breathing, emitting a faint yet penetrating medicinal fragrance.

Ning Zhuo lightly inhaled a wisp and felt a warm hand steadily supporting the depth of his soul, his flesh, meridians, mana, and Divine Sea all gave rise to a momentary illusion of "still able to hold on," as if even destiny was being tugged by the corner of this medicinal fragrance.

"This pill is called the Life-Saving Pill, Nascent Soul Level!" Cao Gui’s voice was pressed even lower.

"After consumption, even if one’s soul scatters and the body is shattered like mud, the last breath won’t dissipate. As long as rescue is timely, there’s room for continued healing."

Ning Zhuo stared at this pill; this was his first encounter with a medicine of such level. Life-Saving, a simple name, yet its effectiveness was akin to altering destiny.

Ning Zhuo knew clearly this was not the work of Cao Gui himself, nor could it be the goodwill of the Cao Family.

Someone, through the Cao Family, through Cao Gui, delivered this pill to him!

Ning Zhuo closed the Treasure Box and solemnly said: "Convey my thanks to the donor for gifting this pill."

Cao Gui smiled wryly: "Young Master Ning, these words may not reach them."

Ning Zhuo looked at him.

Cao Gui raised his hand to wipe the sweat on his forehead: "But I will try my best."

Ning Zhuo didn’t inquire further and carefully stored away the Treasure Box.

Shortly after Cao Gui left, another secret visitor arrived.

The visitor was a middle-aged cultivator, whom Ning Zhuo recognized. Back when the alliance was founded at the Heavenly Treasure Building, this person represented Cloud Wanderer at the event and secured a share of Nanming Fire Furnace stake for Cloud Wanderer.

The middle-aged cultivator wore a robe with cloud patterns, his features gentle.

Upon entering the cavern, he performed a deep bow towards Ning Zhuo.

"Young Master Ning, my family’s friend Cloud Wanderer heard about your deeds, particularly that you swore at the True Words Bell to rescue Red Robe Guest’s soul shard, and he was deeply moved. Thus, he voluntarily lent this beast."

He gestured with his hand, and a small Cloud Beast emerged from his sleeve.

The Cloud Beast looked like a young horse, composed entirely of dense white cloud, its hooves stepping silently in the air like solid ground. Its eyes were as clear as the sky after rain, with every breath softly emitting clouds from its nostrils.

Ning Zhuo expressed amazement and shock: "This is?!"

He never expected that this middle-aged cultivator’s connections would bring such significant assistance at this moment.

This was comparable to the support of the Three Brave Life-taking Nail, offering Ning Zhuo a qualitative change in battling the Three Brave!

Warmth surged in Ning Zhuo’s heart, and he rose to give a respectful bow: "Please convey my thanks to Senior Cloud Wanderer. If there’s an opportunity in the future, I will certainly enjoy drinks with him."

The middle-aged cultivator smiled: "These words of Young Master Ning, I will definitely convey. Please... take care!"

The night deepened, and yet another unexpected visitor quietly arrived.

It was Shen Hongyao.

Her long hair was tied high with a red cord, revealing a smooth forehead and slender neck, her almond-shaped eyes were sharp and penetrating, her steps swift, her skirt fluttering like butterfly wings behind her.

She wore a fiery red dress embroidered with large red herb flowers, petals layered and lifelike.

"Daoist Fellow Ning Zhuo, do you truly intend to fight the Three Brave of Xiang Sect?"

Ning Zhuo replied, "If I want to rescue Red Robe Guest’s soul, this battle is inevitable."

Shen Hongyao nodded, decisively taking out an old Jade Bottle from her sleeve. The Jade Bottle was dark red, the wax seal at its mouth was blackened, and there was a noticeable nick on its body, evidently stored for a long time.

"For you." Ning Zhuo received the Jade Bottle, slightly opening the bottle cap.

Instantly, a strong demonic qi mixed with medicinal fragrance surged out, like a trapped beast writhing at the bottle’s mouth.

Shen Hongyao gritted her teeth, first staring at the bottle, then at Ning Zhuo’s face: "This is a Nascent Soul Level Demon Pill. It’s expired, the medicinal properties have dissipated a lot, and the Pill Poison is heavy. But it is, after all, Nascent Soul Level, crucial moments can save lives or fight desperately."

"I acquired this many years ago, unexpectedly from an ancient relic."

"According to my investigation, this pill should be the Blood Burning Soul Pill. After consumption, flesh, soul, and mana will burn together, erupting strong power in a short time. The cost is high, and there are many repercussions."