Shen Zhao and the other two didn't waste any time. Under the moonlight within the dense forest, they immediately began their unspeakable transaction.
"Wow, this Seven Star Limitless Sword is so cool, a Mysterious Rank Battle Skill."
"Hmm? This Five-Colored Glazed Pearl can accelerate the circulation of spiritual energy within the body, good stuff."
"Asura Saber Art? This saber technique almost has the power of an Earth Rank Battle Skill."
"Shen Zhao, where did you get these? Isn't this an Ice and Fire Meridian technique?"
Looking at the dazzling array of techniques and spiritual artifacts, Su Yunying's light laughter never ceased.
Compared to Su Yunying's focus on the benefits these treasures would bring to her strength, Ding Buer was more concerned with how much wealth these things could be exchanged for.
"This Dragon Tiger Burst could easily fetch 100,000 spirit stones on the market."
"And this Yellow Rank Sword, it's worth at least 50,000 spirit stones."
"This Great Nourishment Pill, selling it for 30,000 spirit stones doesn't seem unreasonable."
Shen Zhao watched as the two of them, one after the other, chose their treasures, and couldn't help but find it amusing.
What they obtained from the Fuxi Abyss Secret Realm was merely a platform for low-level cultivators to improve their strength. Aside from the Dragon Essence, the Innate Dao Body, and the occasionally acquired Chaos God-Devil Body and South Bright Flame Seed, there wouldn't be anything too high-end.
In his previous nine lives on the Immortal Martial Continent, what supreme treasures and sacred artifacts hadn't he seen? These things in front of him looked pretty good, but they didn't even catch Shen Zhao's eye.
But it was different for Su Yunying, a Rogue Cultivator. Someone who had been poor suddenly possessed their first fortune, making her feel quite unreal.
Thinking of this, Shen Zhao took out a Dragon Essence: "Girl, this is your share. Take it first."
"What is this?"
Feeling the rush of scorching spiritual energy, Su Yunying immediately recognized that the Dragon Essence in Shen Zhao's hand was extraordinary.
"This is Dragon Essence Essence!" Ding Buer said. "You're getting a bargain, girl. Once you absorb this Dragon Essence, your strength will increase by at least one Major Realm."
"Ah? One Major Realm?"
Su Yunying's face was filled with disbelief.
Shen Zhao nodded. "Take it first, I'll protect you. We'll strive to have you absorb all the spiritual energy from this Dragon Essence before dawn."
"I... can I really do it..."
When a legendary spiritual medicine was actually placed before her, and someone told her she could consume it, Su Yunying was at a loss.
"What are you dawdling for? It's not a gift. When you achieve greatness, my comfortable retirement depends on you. Hurry up! If you don't want it, I'll feed it to the dogs."
Hearing this, Su Yunying quickly snatched the Dragon Essence.
The moment she received the Dragon Essence, Su Yunying felt her blood flow rapidly. The spiritual energy in her sea of qi began to circulate uncontrollably. She felt as if something deep within her mind was about to awaken.
"Take it quickly! Time is limited! After you absorb the Dragon Essence, you still need to help me with something!"
"Okay!"
Hearing Shen Zhao's words, Su Yunying didn't hesitate and swallowed the Dragon Essence in one gulp.
In an instant, a surge of vast spiritual energy surged through her Eight Extraordinary Meridians. Su Yunying's body glowed red, her face contorted in pain.
Just when she felt her body couldn't withstand the pain of the true yuan explosion, she heard Shen Zhao reciting a mantra.
"Dan Yuan San Qi Ying Ruo Xu, Hai Na Bai Chuan Rong Na Xu, Qi Jing Shun Ni Ren Zi Qu, Yi Shou Ming Tai Hua Xu Kong."
Reciting the incantation silently, Su Yunying gradually calmed her chaotic energy. She crossed her legs, slowly settling down to begin refining the Dragon Essence within her.
The first half of the night passed smoothly. Su Yunying had completely entered a state of self-forgetfulness, her mind focused. Judging by the situation, she had fully adapted to the Dragon Essence's properties and began to wholeheartedly absorb the essence for her own use.
However, at this moment, two dark figures appeared deep within the dense forest.
"Hmm, there's actually someone here. Could our tracks have been exposed?"
"Should we go back and report to the Prince Consort?"
"These must be people from the Guhe Sect. Let's just solve them before they react."
"Alright!"
The two men conjured iron claws on their left hands, stealthily approaching Shen Zhao's location.
Unbeknownst to them, Shen Zhao had sensed their presence the instant they appeared.
When they got within ten meters, he called out directly, "No need to be so sneaky, come out."
The two men were startled.
"He found us?"
"Impossible! We've concealed our auras. He's definitely bluffing."
Unsure of Shen Zhao's words, they remained still, clinging to a large tree.
Seeing no response, Shen Zhao casually picked up a blade of grass. "Since you two are unwilling to come out and meet, I'll have to invite you out."
As the words left his mouth, he flicked the straw in his hand.
Before either of them could react, the tip of the straw had already pierced through a large tree, directly penetrating both of their shoulders.
"Argh!"
"Not good, this opponent is at least Profound Void Peak! Retreat quickly!"
However, just as the two of them, enduring the pain, turned to flee, Shen Zhao was already blocking their path.
"You two, leaving so soon?"
"Damn it!"
The two were astonished, not expecting their opponent's movement technique to be so terrifying, appearing behind them without a sound. They immediately stopped hesitating and simultaneously unleashed a claw attack.
"Clang!"
A clear sound echoed. Shen Zhao had actually used a kitchen knife to easily block the deadly attack.
"Retreat!"
The next moment, Shen Zhao exerted a little force, and the kitchen knife, as if wielding the power of a thousand jun, directly forced the two men to kneel on the ground.
The two men were shocked to find that they couldn't mobilize any spiritual energy within them, and cold sweat poured down their backs.
"Who are you?"
"Just kill us if you dare!"
"Heh…"
Shen Zhao increased the pressure on his hands.
Both of them were forced halfway into the mud, their faces instantly turning deathly pale.
The opponent's strength exceeded his understanding, and the key was that he couldn't feel any spiritual energy fluctuations from him.
When did the human race have such a powerful body cultivator?
"Not talking?"
"You... kill... kill..."
The two of them spoke in unison, but the astonishing pressure on their arms prevented them from finishing their sentences.
"Even if you don't speak, I know where you come from. The Heavenly Wolf Clan of the Yao Realm, am I right?"
The two were shocked when they heard this. Although they couldn't speak, their eyes were already telling Shen Zhao: "How did you know?"
"You came at the right time. I was just about to go to Gu Han Mountain. Don't worry, I have no ill intentions. I just need you to lead the way for me. Do you agree? Nod if you agree."
The two looked at each other, each seeing that their bodies were soaked with sweat.
After hesitating for a moment, they could only nod.
Only then did Shen Zhao release the cleaver that was resting on their claws, tossing it aside casually.
The two immediately collapsed on the ground as if they were drained, gasping for air.
After a long while, one of them spoke, "How, did you know our identities?"
Shen Zhao: "That's not important. You just need to know that I am not your enemy, and perhaps I might even be your help.
"But if you continue to be hostile towards me, I will not participate in this operation. Your Yao Realm's action against the Guhe Sect is destined to fail."
The two were shocked again. After exchanging glances, they began to be frank with Shen Zhao.
"I am Mo Li Lang."
"I am Mo Xin Lang."
"May I ask your name, sir?"
"Who I am, you will know when I see Gu Han Mountain."
"How can we trust you?"
"You can choose not to trust me. After all, without me, your Yao Realm's three thousand elites are destined to become nothing but innocent souls."
Mo Li Lang and Mo Xin Lang exchanged another look, then said, "Alright, we can take you to see our Prince Consort, but only you."
Shen Zhao didn't waste any words, and said directly to Ding Buer, "You stay here and watch over Su Yunying. I'll be right back."
"Leaving me alone again? Doesn't your conscience hurt, Master Shen?"
"Complain again, and I'll dock your pay."
"Alright, alright, go ahead. I'll do as you say, alright?"
Ding Buer was helpless and had to stay in place, watching Su Yunying who was in meditation.
"Let's go!"
After the instructions, Shen Zhao grabbed the two and flew towards the edge of the forest, disappearing into the night sky in the blink of an eye.
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