Trafford's Trading Club

Chapter 1034: Chapter 78: Where in the World Is the Path to Immortality? (40)

Within the dimensional rift.

Facing the slain and fallen Void Primordial Demons scattered across the mountain, among them even a pile of Ancestral Void Demons’ corpses, the maid actually did not leave immediately.

“Aren’t you going out?” Da Zhe asked somewhat perplexed.

In his understanding, this maid should be someone who works decisively and efficiently, never dragging things out.

Just then, the maid calmly said, “There’s enough time. Going out now, the master would follow the usual schedule. It’s rare to come here, might as well collect some useful things on the way back… with so many Void Primordial Demons, we can recover plenty of useful materials.”

Materials?

Da Zhe was taken aback.

You Ye had already walked to the corpse of a Primordial Demon at the base of a pile of corpses, and with a wave of her hand, a flickering black flame shot out.

The black flame landed on the demon’s corpse and immediately blazed fiercely, soon turning the huge corpse to dust… among which, a piece of irregular crystal akin to a mother crystal remained.

“What is this?” Da Zhe curiously picked it up, examining it closely.

Once held in his hand, Da Zhe felt a strangely familiar sensation, as if it were a part of his own body… it even made him feel reluctant to let go!

You Ye said calmly, “It’s one of the materials used to create Black Soul Envoys. This crystal requires secondary refinement; the element obtained from refining a piece like the one you’re holding is one of the important sources comprising your current body’s ‘Heteromorphic Origin.’ This piece should yield about 0.03 grams when refined.”

“My body… comes from this kind of thing?” Da Zhe opened his mouth.

Indeed, he has always felt that as a Black Soul Envoy, his body was mysterious and capable of freely switching between reality and illusion, allowing him to eat like a normal person and exist in a gaseous state.

“Previously, quite a few Black Soul Envoys were consumed, and there were originally few materials left in the inventory.”

You Ye now returned the crystal in Da Zhe’s hand, saying calmly, “The remaining ones were essentially used by the master to transform you and Tai Yinzi, so I need to replenish a bit, otherwise, the master would have to buy them.”

The boss has to buy them too…

Although somewhat puzzled, Da Zhe was smart enough not to ask.

“I’m really sorry about that.” Da Zhe was concerned about the spending on him, which nearly used up the materials.

“It’s nothing,” You Ye smiled, “The amount of ‘Heteromorphic Origin’ used also determines the ability value and potential limit of the Black Soul Envoy itself. Moreover, the materials spent on you aren’t necessarily wasted, considering you’re the user of the Zhan Lu Sword, it’s certainly worth it.”

Saying this, the maid glanced lightly at Da Zhe, “So make sure not to let the master’s investment go to waste.”

“I will try my best…”

Da Zhe’s throat made a gulping sound… although it was just a subconscious reaction.

But he kept feeling that this smiling beauty was far more terrifying than the corpse pile behind her.

“Shall I help you?” To ease the atmosphere, Da Zhe eagerly offered assistance.

You Ye smiled, “Could you help me select the Ancestral Void Demons’ corpses? I plan to concentrate on refining the materials from ordinary Primordial Demons.”

“Leave it to me!” Da Zhe patted his arm, “Moving bricks is my old trade!”

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“Basically, if there’s no issue, we hope to take action at seven o’clock tonight…”

The Chinese expatriate named Mu Xianghua was eloquently speaking.

Zhang Qingrui maintained an etiquette and listening posture, but more so was observing the father and son of the Suzuki Family—according to the data, Mu Xianghua was leading the current tomb development plan, and the Suzuki Family was simultaneously engaged by Mu Xianghua.

But in Zhang Qingrui’s view, the relationship between Mu Xianghua and the Suzuki Family father and son is likely reversed… how could this man named Mu Xianghua possibly have the ability to employ the Suzuki Family father and son.

“Ms. Zhang, what’s your opinion?” Mu Xianghua now looked at Zhang Qingrui, smiling as he sized her up.

“Mr. Mu is the investor in this exploration, so since it’s your decision, we will certainly comply.”

Zhang Qingrui smiled slightly, “Our personnel have long been prepared, so Mr. Mu’s set time is absolutely no problem. Additionally, if there’s anything Mr. Mu needs, we can also provide it.”

“Ms. Zhang, you’re too kind. Our personnel are also equipped, there’s no need to trouble or waste preparation time.” The speaker was Suzuki Haruxin.

This Young Head of the Suzuki Family lacked the aggressive aura associated with insular country organization personnel; instead, he resembled a corporate elite.

This inevitably reminded Zhang Qingrui of Zhong Luochen from Boss Zhong, a man who appeared very capable of captivating women.

Just that for unknown reasons, the gaze of this Suzuki Haruxin always made Zhang Qingrui feel extremely unnatural.

Unlike Mu Xianghua’s lecherous gaze, it felt more like she was being eyed like prey by a venomous snake.

“Since the action time has been decided, I won’t disturb your rest any further,” Zhang Qingrui suddenly stood up, gracefully saying, “I hope to see Mr. Mu and both Suzuki gentlemen refreshed when we meet again.”

“Looking forward to tonight’s meeting, Ms. Zhang,” Haruxin Suzuki stood up, extending his hand.

A handshake.

Zhang Qingrui had no choice but to extend her hand and lightly shake hands with Haruxin Suzuki… it was just at that moment, the feeling of being eyed like prey by a venomous snake intensified sharply.

Having a feeling of not wanting to linger any longer, Zhang Qingrui used a random excuse to leave the hotel.

“Seems you have quite an interest in this woman?” Yuuichi Suzuki asked suddenly while watching the distant car through the window.

During the interaction with Zhang Qingrui, Yuuichi Suzuki could sharply sense that Yamata no Orochi secretly planted something small on her body.

Haruxin Suzuki then casually said, “It’s nothing, it’s just rare to see someone with such strong spiritual sensitivity, and feeling excited upon seeing prey. Yet it’s a pity that someone so gifted with spiritual light, in the past, would be fought over by major sects.”

“Hmm,” Yuuichi Suzuki nodded, not giving it much further attention.

Next, all that remains is to wait for tonight’s action.

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Mr. Blind was actually awakened by the sound of the phone.

When he woke up, he felt as if his whole body’s meridians had been filled with concrete, and his mana was unable to move. Now, even a slightly trained ordinary person could easily take him down, let alone Song Da and Song San.

He knew this was the aftermath of forcibly using the Secret Technique for divination… Of course, it wouldn’t last too long; after some rest, he should recover to seven or eight tenths of his strength.

Daoist Bai Jie was not here, perhaps had left.

Very few people knew this phone number of his. If the Song brothers wanted to contact him, they would come directly; calling seemed redundant, so it was likely Old Master Song.

Mr. Blind picked up the phone, and indeed, it was Song Tianyou’s voice.

“Sir, Song Tianyou wishes you a Happy New Year.”

“Old Master Song is thoughtful.” Mr. Blind tried to make his voice sound less weak… which meant he hadn’t been unconscious for long, probably just one night.

“Additionally, I have good news for you, Luo Qiu has agreed to your request and accepted the gift.” Old Master Song’s voice was unspeakably joyful, “When do you think we should arrange a meeting?”

Regarding this Song Family descendant who was lost abroad but had the appearance of a Supreme Noble, Mr. Blind initially wanted to use his extraordinarily good luck to find the Soaring Dragon Vein. This was his preparation before returning to the country… His thoughts raced, and then he said, “I have some matters to attend to here, I will arrange a specific time. Old Master Song can just wait.”

“Then Song Tianyou will wait for your instructions.”

Old Master Song chatted for a couple more sentences and then quickly hung up, without much fuss.

Mr. Blind took a deep breath, feeling a burst of breathlessness in his chest. He struggled to get up, intending to discuss some matters with Daoist Bai Jie.

Yesterday, during the transition of the new and old, by using a loophole in Heaven and Earth for a moment, he was able to see some events… But these events, since waking up, have weighed heavily on him, making him feel urgency and anxiety at all times.

What Mr. Blind never expected was that Wolong Mountain Villa was empty at the moment… The people of the Taoism-cultivated field, the people from the Management Bureau, were all gone, leaving only ordinary employees within the villa.

Though they were just ordinary employees, each actually had an official identity; they were talents allocated from elite departments.

As a guest staying at Wolong Mountain Villa, the employees naturally dared not neglect, and quickly shared some news.

Such as the sudden appearance of a column of light at midnight last night; such as, starting last night, mysteriously losing contact with everyone—by everyone, it even included those from the Management Bureau.

The sudden news made Mr. Blind’s expression become more solemn.

Just as Mr. Blind was about to obtain more information, the villa employee he was questioning suddenly fell silent… collapsing directly to the ground.

Mr. Blind was taken aback, feeling a huge threat approaching him.

Inside the villa, a figure was rapidly attacking Mr. Blind at this moment, covered in a black veil, slender in stature, seemingly female.

With his meridians blocked and unable to mobilize mana for a while, Mr. Blind could only instinctively raise his palms to greet, yet unable to counter the sneak attack, he was struck in the chest!

He spat out a mouthful of blood, his body flying backward, violently hitting the wall.

“Who are you?” Mr. Blind asked, clutching his chest, struggling to stand.

But the adversary didn’t respond, only struck again!

Just then, a furious shout suddenly echoed!

Another figure swiftly stood in front of Mr. Blind at this moment, throwing out a fist, fiercely clashing with the black-veiled woman’s hand!

The black-veiled woman after this slightly retreated, her uncovered eyebrows slightly furrowing… seemingly surprised at the sudden appearance of someone interfering.

“Are you alright?”

Mr. Blind felt someone supporting him… but evidently with a different voice from the rescuer.

“I am Yun Hui, from the Management Bureau! Who attacked you?”

The person supporting Mr. Blind was none other than Yun Hui, a Bureau Investigator and disciple of the Kunlun School, trapped by ‘Mo Xiaofei’ and Zhuifeng on who knows what place—while the one who repelled the black-veiled woman was naturally Yun Hui’s partner, Old Wolf!

Their power was restrained by a strange force, fortunately, this restraining force seemed unable to last long, and began weakening at dawn.

Yun Hui and Old Wolf hurriedly broke through the restraint, restoring their mana and demonic power. When their power returned, the ropes binding them naturally became easy to break.

But when they hurried back to Wolong Mountain Villa, they found only cleaning workers there, none from the Management Bureau and witnessed the mysterious woman attacking Mr. Blind.

“I don’t know yet. However…” Mr. Blind quickly analyzed the situation before him, “this person might be related to these series of strange events. You two should take her down first and talk later!”

“Held back all night, just the chance to vent some anger!” Old Wolf grinned viciously, and his joints cracked as he clenched his fist.

The black-veiled woman frowned, suddenly waving her hand, a strong light flashing in her palm!

Old Wolf coldly snorted, throwing a punch but missing, after the flash of strong light, the black-veiled woman had disappeared, seemingly already retreated.

Old Wolf gnashed his teeth, jumping onto the villa wall directly.

“Old Wolf, don’t chase, beware of traps!” Yun Hui called out loudly.

Old Wolf could only return irritably, watching the blind man being supported by Yun Hui… feeling as though he had seen this blind man somewhere before.

“Sir, may I ask who you are?” Yun Hui, being well-mannered, asked courteously.

“I’m a bit injured, let me recover for a moment.” Mr. Blind hurriedly sat cross-legged on the ground—the strike he took just worsened his injuries severely, if not recovering quickly, it would lead to boundless regret… Also, he needed time to sort out the current situation.

Just that the one who attacked seemed not intending to take his life, otherwise, if they aimed a bit more precisely with the strike…

Watching the blind man sitting cross-legged recovering, Yun Hui and Old Wolf exchanged a look, full of doubts.

Later, after Yun Hui carefully searched Wolong Mountain Villa, indeed found no one from the Taoism-cultivated field, as for the rooms originally for the Bureau Investigators to rest, completely empty, without any clues left behind.

“Seems our people left in a hurry.” Yun Hui returned, speaking to Old Wolf: “Found food in the dormitory, half-eaten, not cleaned up… shame no communication equipment left from the Bureau. Old Wolf, Old Wolf? Don’t get lost in thought!”

Old Wolf was staring intently at the quietly meditating Mr. Blind at the time, suddenly his expression changed, “I remember where I’ve seen this guy!”

“From where?”

Old Wolf took a deep breath, and seriously said: “When I was punished to sort the archives, I saw this guy’s file… Qingxia Zi, a major criminal of the Shenzhou Dao Realm!”