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It wasn’t until Chen Qing had left for a quarter of an hour that He Ming finally breathed a sigh of relief, using his longsword to support himself as he collapsed.

"He’s gone."

Shen Ao was equally apprehensive, for the recent massacre had once again shown them the true terrifying power of the Jiguang Sect’s ruthless members.

Traveling alone for miles, the infamous villain of the Jiguang Sect.

Truly living up to his reputation.

Chen Qing’s stance of killing with every step was truly terrifying.

They knew well that with their Spiritual Energy nearly depleted, even if they all attacked together, they might still not be a match for the infamous villain of the Jiguang Sect.

The only fortunate thing was that he had finally left.

Ye Yuntian sat down on a piece of broken stone, gasping for air. "In the future, if you encounter Taiyi, don’t provoke him no matter what, or else there will be a calamity."

Yu Qingshuang, meanwhile, puzzled, looked in the direction where Chen Qing had gone, wanting to say something, but remained silent.

Ye Yuntian asked, "Qingshuang, how is Chen Qing doing?"

Yu Qingshuang replied, "I told him to seek help from Brother Feng."

Ye Yuntian nodded, "Good, this way he shouldn’t be in too much danger."

"Check the wounded, deal with their injuries, and quickly return to Wuyou Mountain."

Everyone agreed and began to help up the severely injured disciples of Wuyou Mountain.

Chen Qing returned to the creekside, drew the sword at his waist, and jumped into the creek to carefully wash off the bloodstains on his body.

He couldn’t afford to wait for danger to find him like this in the future.

If this continued, he would inevitably be exposed sooner or later.

And exposure for him didn’t mean a genius suddenly emerging from Wuyou Mountain.

Rather, it would bring the bounty order of Abnormal people from major forces, leading to the complete destruction of Wuyou Mountain.

He looked up at the dense clouds overhead. Since you all are so free as to trouble Wuyou Mountain every day, let’s give you something to do.

Chen Qing went as promised to report the news. He and Feng Qi had only gone halfway with reinforcements when they received a message from Ye Yuntian saying that the crisis had been averted.

Returning to Wuyou Mountain, all the brothers and sisters were injured quite seriously, with four being critically injured, but fortunately, they all survived without any disabilities.

Chen Qing’s timing was just right.

After returning, they didn’t mention the name Taiyi again, pretending as if that person never existed.

That was for the best.

Taking advantage of an errand to the mountain to buy medicine, Chen Qing, carrying Spirit Stones, planned to buy some more Soul Stealing Flowers.

As soon as he reached the street, he saw a notice posted on the bulletin board.

[Taiyi]

Affiliation: Jiguang Sect

Cultivation: Eighth Level of Qi Refinement

Bounty: One hundred thousand lower-grade Spirit Stones

Chen Qing watched for a while, confirming it was the work of the Taiping Sect.

But why only one hundred thousand lower-grade Spirit Stones? Is my status as Taiyi really so undervalued?

What a stingy display.

Indeed, people around were also discussing it, "The villain of the Jiguang Sect, only worth one hundred thousand lower-grade Spirit Stones, fooling ghosts?"

"These one hundred thousand lower-grade Spirit Stones are probably for buying a coffin."

"Let whoever loves seeking death go."

"I heard over fifty people from the Taiping Sect couldn’t keep Taiyi, so is this one hundred thousand lower-grade Spirit Stones just a joke?"

Chen Qing had just walked away a bit when he saw a disciple from Wuyou Mountain step forward and tear down that bounty notice.

Are they forbidding bounties on me in the Wuyou Mountain territory?

It seems like the previous battle left quite an impression on Ye Yuntian and the others, making them realize they shouldn’t provoke me.

After secretly purchasing Soul Stealing Flowers equivalent to thirty thousand lower-grade Spirit Stones, Chen Qing decided to improve his cultivation significantly.

Previously the Wind Butterfly had advanced from the Sixth Transformation to the Seventh Transformation, and now it was time to continue improving, to see if any special changes would happen after the Ninth Transformation.

When he returned to the Spirit Plant Hall, Wang Ye and Li He were enthusiastically discussing what changes might occur after Wang Ye’s Green Bull Gu advanced to the Seventh Transformation.

Wang Ye said, "In my opinion, after advancing to the Seventh Transformation, the bull might rival a spirit beast!"

Li He replied, "I think it’s difficult. Sister Ju Xiu’s tiger Gu only turned into a spirit beast after reaching the Ninth Transformation."

Wang Ye insisted, "That’s different. My bull listens to my suona playing every day and is cultured!"

Chen Qing had entirely different concerns from them.

While Wang Ye and they considered what changes might occur at the Seventh Transformation for the Gu, Chen Qing was curious about what changes might occur for the Butterfly Transformation at the Ninth Transformation.

A phrase suddenly came to Chen Qing’s mind, "Playing the piano to the cow?"

Wang Ye:...

Li He burst into laughter, "The Hall Master’s wit is unmatched!"

Chen Qing waved his hand, "Alright, stop fooling around, go summon Brother Xie Dayou, and ask if he wants to join my Spirit Plant Hall."

"Last time during the mountain defense, Brother Xie deserved first place!"

Such accolades from the disciples had nothing to do with Chen Qing, after all, he was the one who decided who held the top merit.

Moreover, as the Hall Master, now one of the five Hall Masters of Wuyou Mountain, he had become one of the decision-makers.

Before long, Xie Dayou arrived and respectfully cupped his hands toward Chen Qing, "Hall Master!"

Currently, with Chen Qing holding the prestige of defending the mountain and stabilizing the hearts, he already commanded great respect within Wuyou Mountain.

Chen Qing, sitting in the Hall Master’s seat, asked, "Brother Xie, during the last defense of Wuyou Mountain, I spoke with Brother Ye and believed you deserved top merit."

Xie Dayou was overjoyed and cupped his hands, "It’s all thanks to the Hall Master’s excellent command!"

Chen Qing asked, "Brother Xie, as I mentioned before, the person with the top merit will be awarded a Grass Spirit Gu. This promise is genuine."

"Would you like to join my Spirit Plant Hall?"

Xie Dayou cupped his hands again, "Hall Master, I have a daughter, eighteen years old, already at the third level of Qi Refinement. Could you give her a position in the Spirit Plant Hall?"

Chen Qing considered for a moment. Xie Dayou was from the War Affairs Hall and already had a livelihood. Securing a livelihood for his daughter seemed more appropriate.

Moreover, Xie Dayou had relied on his sword Gu for years, and adding another Grass Spirit Gu wouldn’t be of much use to him.

Chen Qing asked, "What are your daughter’s thoughts?"

Xie Dayou cupped his hands, "She is overjoyed at the prospect of joining the Spirit Plant Hall."

Chen Qing raised his hand, "Li He, go summon Xie Miaoyi!"

Before long, Li He returned with a delicate young girl.

Among those in cultivation, Chen Qing seldom saw unattractive girls.

This Xie Miaoyi, with her twin ponytails and green floral dress, appeared exceptionally pure and cute.

"Miaoyi, tell me, would you like to join my Spirit Plant Hall?"

Xie Miaoyi glanced at Xie Dayou, looking a bit nervous.

Chen Qing immediately waved his hand, "Brother Xie, Li He, Wang Ye, you all leave."

The three promptly excused themselves, leaving only Chen Qing and Xie Miaoyi alone, without any further thought.

Of course, if Chen Qing truly took a liking to Xie Miaoyi, Xie Dayou would probably laugh in his dreams.

With his skills in cultivating Spirit Ginseng and Blood Ginseng, Chen Qing’s position in Wuyou Mountain was as solid as a rock.

Chen Qing continued to ask, "Miaoyi, tell me truthfully, would you like to enter my Spirit Plant Hall and cultivate spiritual medicines?"

Only then did Xie Miaoyi speak, "Disciple is willing to join the Spirit Plant Hall, please take care of me, Uncle!"

Chen Qing asked once more, "Is it truly how you feel?"

Xie Miaoyi coyly asked, "Uncle, if I join the Spirit Plant Hall, can I still learn the sword?"

Chen Qing chuckled, "If you want to learn the sword, I won’t stop you, but it has to be after your duties."

Xie Miaoyi nodded, "Then I will join the Spirit Plant Hall."

Chen Qing waved his hand, "Go inform your Uncle Li He, have him take you to collect the Gu."

He rose and went to the cultivation room of the Spirit Plant Hall, locked the door, and a Soul Stealing Flower appeared in his hand.

It was time to enhance his cultivation, let’s see to what extent the Soul Stealing Flower equivalent to thirty thousand lower-grade Spirit Stones could elevate his cultivation!

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