Chapter 962 - 47: An Old Acquaintance (Second Update)

Chapter 962: Chapter 47: An Old Acquaintance (Second Update)

"When I was ten years old, I encountered an elder. He taught me a method that allowed my fractured meridians to cultivate. I began my cultivation journey according to his teachings. However, he also told me that this method could only temporarily allow me to cultivate. If I want to live, I must continuously enhance my cultivation. But after breaking through to the Spirit Cave Realm, it would be difficult to make further breakthroughs. If I still wish to live, I can only ask someone from the Saint Realm to exhaust their cultivation to help me prolong my meridians," Zhuang Shan revealed to Mu Qingge what he had kept hidden in his heart.

"Do you know why I want to become one of the top ten disciples? Because only the top ten disciples can get close to the Divine Emperor. This is also my only chance," Zhuang Shan said.

So that’s it!

Mu Qingge understood, except she didn’t know why Zhuang Shan suddenly shared these matters with her.

Perhaps, Zhuang Shan’s secret is unknown to the other few disciples.

In an instant, Mu Qingge figured out the reason. Because she is an Alchemist, and a Holy Level Alchemist at that.

"Third Junior Sister, I actually didn’t plan to tell you these so soon. But since we’ve come to this point in the conversation today, I said it," Zhuang Shan said.

"Senior Brother Zhuang Shan, do you need me to do something?" Mu Qingge asked.

Zhuang Shan smiled, "Besides having a Saint Realm figure prolong the meridians, there is another way to save me."

"Elixir," Mu Qingge directly answered.

Zhuang Shan nodded, "It’s just unfortunate that there are so few people who can produce the elixir I need. Their status is not lower than the Divine Emperor, perhaps even harder to approach. So, I have never considered this as hope. However, when you suddenly appeared and I learned you are a Holy Level Alchemist, do you know how excited I felt?"

"Is the elixir Senior Brother Zhuang Shan needs a Holy Level Elixir?" Mu Qingge asked.

However, Zhuang Shan shook his head, "No, even higher."

"Supreme Level!" Mu Qingge’s eyes narrowed, and she said in a deep voice.

Zhuang Shan nodded. "Correct, only a Supreme Level elixir can cure the chronic ailment in my body." Zhuang Shan looked at her, his eyes filled with pleading. "Third Junior Sister, I implore you here, if one day you achieve the realm of a Supreme Level Alchemist, could you concoct an elixir for me? Rest assured, I will prepare all the necessary medicinal materials without any distraction to you."

"Senior Brother Zhuang Shan, why do you speak so seriously? If I can become a Supreme Level Alchemist, I will certainly concoct an elixir for you," Mu Qingge promised.

"Great! Thank you." Zhuang Shan nodded gratefully.

He said to Mu Qingge, "Whether the elixir can be concocted or not, from this day forth, my residual life belongs to your command."

"Senior Brother Zhuang Shan!" Mu Qingge was startled.

But Zhuang Shan raised his hand to interrupt her, "Third Junior Sister, you may not accept, but from now on, my life is yours. How to use it, when to use it, it’s all at your discretion."

Mu Qingge sighed softly and said to him, "Senior Brother Zhuang Shan, we are from the same sect, and you have cared for me a lot. You truly need not take it so seriously. Even if you didn’t tell me today, once I learned of this someday, I would agree."

But Zhuang Shan stubbornly shook his head, "Receiving a small favor should be returned with full repayment. More so, saving my life."

"..." Zhuang Shan’s insistence left Mu Qingge speechless.

Finally, she said helplessly, "Let’s leave it at that for now; I have taken it to heart. When I reach the realm of a Supreme Level Alchemist, I will definitely concoct an elixir for senior brother."

"Thank you, Third Junior Sister." Gratitude appeared in Zhuang Shan’s eyes.

...

While out for a stroll, Mu Qingge did not expect to uncover this secret of Zhuang Shan.

After wrapping up this topic, the two continued towards the market. But as they reached an intersection, that silhouette reappeared, fleeting before Mu Qingge’s eyes.

This time, she saw more clearly and was even more certain she wasn’t imagining it.

Mu Qingge’s clear eyes suddenly narrowed, chasing in that direction while saying to Zhuang Shan, "Senior Brother Zhuang Shan, there’s something I need to deal with first. I’ll return after, you don’t need to worry about me."

After she said this, she was already chasing the figure, turning into one of the alleys.

Zhuang Shan had intended to follow Mu Qingge to take a look, but her words made him reconsider.

Standing there, he lightly furrowed his brow and murmured, "Third Junior Sister knows people from Wei Yi Domain, right?" That fleeting figure that Mu Qingge chased after was seen by him too.

Although he didn’t see the appearance, he clearly saw that person wearing the clothing of a Wei Yi Domain disciple.

In Wei Yi Domain, which differs from Huan Yue Domain, the disciple’s clothing ranges from gray to black. Among them, those in black hold the highest status. Genuine black attire can only be worn by Palace Disciples.

Black is the primary color of Wei Yi Domain, representing the most prestigious rank.

The person just now wore pure black robes, a color only worn by the top ten disciples at the Palace of Wei Yi Domain.

...

Mu Qingge pursued that figure, following it around one alley after another, gradually distancing them from the market, and heading into secluded areas.

During the pursuit, Mu Qingge noticed the person seemed to intentionally lead her here.

Confirming this point, Mu Qingge sighed helplessly, relaxing her pace in the pursuit.

The people ahead had already entered a mansion through the side door, but the door was not closed.

Mu Qingge raised an eyebrow and followed leisurely, also entering the mansion. As soon as she entered, the door behind her slammed shut.

Moreover, an array was sealed on the door.

Mu Qingge glanced back slightly, showing no sign of panic.

Immediately, she fell into a warm and familiar embrace, held from behind. The man’s tall figure enveloped her.

"Little Qingge." Two large hands gently caressed her waist, a low whisper reached her ears.

Mu Qingge turned around helplessly, looking at the man in front of her with dissatisfaction. "You’re getting bolder!" Previously, he had set a meeting with her in the Ancient Insect Abyss. Now, barely a month later, he boldly appears in the Zhong Shan Domain of the Four Divine Domains.

This Great Demon King simply doesn’t take the Divine Clan of the East Divine Land seriously!

Si Mo held her tightly, a smile appeared in his eyes, and his lips curled as he said, "Didn’t I say in the Insect Abyss, I would come to see you."

"But this is too risky! What if someone finds out your identity?" Mu Qingge said anxiously.

"Don’t worry, since I dared to come, I naturally made complete preparations. No one will know I’m here," Si Mo reassured her.

Mu Qingge glared at him fiercely.

She knew that Si Mo’s appearance here was planned. With his cunning, he would surely handle everything properly, without her worrying.

However, she couldn’t help but worry, fearing Si Mo might face the pursuit of the entire Divine Clan of the East Divine Land.

"If you just came to see me, now that you’ve seen me, you should leave and not linger here. You know, right now, here is the focus of the East Divine Land," Mu Qingge said displeased.

"I’m also here to participate in the forum of the Four Divine Domains; how should I leave?" Si Mo said teasingly.

"What!" Mu Qingge looked at him in shock, confirming he wasn’t joking.

At this moment, she noticed Si Mo’s attire and the token on his waist, which seemed like that of a disciple from a certain Divine Domain.

"You..." Mu Qingge stared at him, a possibility rising in her heart.

"This is the outfit of a Palace Disciple from Wei Yi Domain. How do I look in it?" Si Mo spread his arms, slowly turning around in front of Mu Qingge.

His eyes were filled with amusement, and Mu Qingge realized a piece of information.

It turned out, Si Mo’s spy in Wei Yi Domain had already become a Palace Disciple of Wei Yi Domain, entering such a core group.

This time, he must be impersonating that spy to come to Zhong Shan Domain.

Mu Qingge was silent, while Si Mo took out a mask and put it on his face. Immediately, his face and figure transformed into another person, even his aura changed.

Mu Qingge was shocked, unable to believe her eyes.

Si Mo touched his face, and the mask reappeared in his hand, his appearance returning to normal.

"Is this an Illusionary Artifact?" Mu Qingge couldn’t help but ask.

Si Mo slowly shook his head, "It’s similar, but not quite. This is a Demon Realm treasure, called the Asura Mask. Once its eyes see a person, it can record that person’s aura, appearance, height, and even demeanor. Once worn, it transforms the wearer into that person. Not even top experts at the Saint Realm can detect it."

"So powerful!" Mu Qingge exclaimed in surprise, reaching out to take the Asura Mask from Si Mo.

The mask, held in her hands, looked extremely beautiful and exquisite, carrying a bewitching aura. Its eyes were closed at the moment; it’s uncertain what they’d be like when open.

After examining it, Mu Qingge returned it to Si Mo.

She said, "Even with such a treasure in hand, you must not let your guard down. If you engage in a fight, your Cultivation Technique..." Her words faltered, as she widened her eyes.

Because, in Si Mo’s palm appeared Divine Power, not Demon Spiritual Power!

"This..." Mu Qingge was stunned.

Si Mo withdrew the Divine Power from his hand, laughing as he looked at her, "When you entered the Demon Realm, Gu Ya and Gu Ye gave you an elixir to convert Spiritual Power to Demon Spiritual Power. How could I not have an elixir to convert Demon Spiritual Power to Divine Power? Without these camouflage means, how could my spies lurk in the Divine Land unnoticed by the Divine Clan?"

His words woke a dreamer!

Mu Qingge fully understood. She smiled bitterly and shook her head; it seems this time, Si Mo had come fully prepared to meet her on the Divine Clan’s turf in the East Divine Land.

"In any case, you should take care." Mu Qingge said helplessly.

Si Mo put away the Asura Mask, pulling her into his arms, murmuring with a laugh, "What? Being with little Qingge makes her unhappy?"

Mu Qingge sighed, "I was just thinking, if people found out, the Great Demon King in everyone’s mind in the Divine Land, with a cruel and violent temperament and terrifying appearance, was right here now, what kind of uproar it would cause."