Immortality begins with Becoming an Alchemy Grandmaster

Chapter 1653: Chapter 608: A Good Play? A Farce!_3

No matter how the two interpreted his words, Luo Chen didn’t feel this would be much trouble.

Similarly, when it came to seizing Spirit Land, his actions in the Flying Swallow Islands served as the best point of comparison for today’s events.

For the Third-Order Lower Grade Spirit Vein of Yao Yue Island, he acted with calculation and decisiveness, giving Yan Nantian no chance, directly storming his domain without discussion.

Bear in mind, back then his foundation was unsteady, and his realm wasn’t necessarily higher than Yan Nantian’s either.

But as for Huangfu Song?

Despite his obvious superior strength and a greater number of powerful subordinates compared to Luo Chen’s side,

he still insisted on adhering to the ”courtesy before force” approach, trying to reason and lure with benefits.

And when neither convincing nor winning worked, he resorted to petty tricks in an attempt to turn the tables.

If not for concerns about the Eight-Star Demon Hunter behind him, Luo Chen might have slain him on the spot in the Penghu Great Marsh.

No need to mention those Nascent Soul trump cards!

In this Penghu Arena, there was already a real Nascent Soul True Master here!

Over the years, Han Zhan had been nourished by the Soul Nourishing Wood, his soul and body becoming increasingly stable, and his strength likely had recovered by thirty percent.

Push him far enough, and Han Zhan would also fight for Luo Chen without hesitation.

”Enough!”

Luo Chen turned around and looked at Duan Li.

”Thank you for your righteous assistance today, my friend. I will remember this favor.”

Duan Li quickly waved his hand, ”It’s not worth calling a favor; I might’ve even caused you trouble instead.”

He had seen it clearly.

Given Qingyang Zi’s methods, these enemies were never even within his concern.

His sudden intervention might have forced Qingyang Zi to act personally to resolve it for him, potentially disrupting other plans.

Luo Chen didn’t mind, ”I appreciate your intentions. But now is not the time for idle chatter, as I have guests to entertain. Let’s discuss further in a couple of days!”

Duan Li was stunned.

Guests arriving?

His gaze scanned in all directions—were these Rogue Cultivators coming to pay their respects?

”Fishing Elder.”

Divine Consciousness Voice Transmission entered his ears, and suddenly he understood.

”Tian Xuan, escort Friend Duan Li for me.”

”Yes, Master!”

After Tian Xuan saw off the guest, Luo Chen gracefully flew back up to Peng Island.

Shortly thereafter, a Glint descended beside him.

”Today, I’ve seen quite the spectacle!” Fishing Elder said with a laugh.

Luo Chen shook his head lightly, ”Merely a farce, nothing more.”

Fishing Elder tugged the corner of his mouth—a farce?

That might not be the case.

”Who would’ve thought that the renowned Demon King Qingyang had mastered the art of Tool Casting too!”

Luo Chen wasn’t surprised that Fishing Elder exposed his alias used in the North Sea; he hadn’t tried to hide it, and even went to great lengths to publicize it.

Having dealt with this matter, those petty figures coveting the Penghu Spiritual Land would likely abandon their schemes.

At the very least, they’d have to inquire about the battle on Coldlight Island and Demon King Qingyang’s achievements.

That was a slaughter of several cultivators of the same realm and defeating two Late Stage Golden Core Cultivators—killing one and repelling the other.

Such a being, even among the Ten Thousand Immortals Gathering, was rarely matched.

Outside of the three Eight-Star Demon Hunters, perhaps only the dozen Seven-Star Demon Hunters could compare slightly.

”Tool Casting is merely a minor craft, something I dabble in during idle moments to pass the time, nothing more.” Luo Chen started modestly, then asked with deliberate intent, ”That individual—how did they respond?”

Fishing Elder knew exactly who he referred to and reported truthfully.

”Displeased, yet satisfied.”

”Hmm?” Luo Chen furrowed his brow.

Fishing Elder burst into laughter, ”Don’t worry. Zi Hou is dissatisfied with Huangfu Song’s temperament, but satisfied with your handling of the matter. You don’t need to worry too much; although Zi Hou and Huangfu Song share ties, years of a Rogue Cultivator life have long eroded those bonds. Right now, her sole focus is achieving Golden Core Perfection and breaking through to the Nascent Soul Stage. She’s unlikely to make a big scene for some old acquaintance’s junior.”

In just a few short words, there was a wealth of information.

Particularly the last part, which put Luo Chen’s mind at ease.

Most cultivators in the late stages of every realm are generally disinclined to engage in disputes, preferring to Purify themselves in seclusion.

Unless they’re driven to the extreme.

For Luo Chen, after entering the Late Stage Foundation Establishment, apart from seeking revenge and collecting resources, he mostly just cultivated in seclusion on Tianlan Peak until advancing to the Golden Core Period before roaming outside.

Compared to advancing from Foundation Establishment to Golden Core, the breakthrough from Golden Core to Nascent Soul Stage is even more critical.

Such individuals rarely take action without necessity.

”From this perspective, what I did today—my delineation and timing—were both perfectly executed.” Luo Chen chuckled softly, a sense of relief washing over him as he cupped his hands toward Fishing Elder, ”Of course, I must also thank you for your assistance, Lord.”

Fishing Elder waved his hand, ”There’s no need to use ’Lord’—it feels distant. Just call me friend, like equals walking the same path.”

What defines a friend?

Those who journey the same path are true companions.

Fishing Elder’s words carried implicit meaning, his aim clear—seeking guidance from Luo Chen in Body Refinement.

Luo Chen understood, making an inviting gesture.

”I had mentioned picking a time and place for exchange before. There’s no day better than today—shall we?”

Fishing Elder smiled broadly, ”I couldn’t ask for more!”

The two shared a knowing glance before stepping into Peng Island Palace together.