Chapter 312: Chapter 255: The Thing Is Finally Found

The two got to work immediately, dismantling the pot without hesitation and starting to dig energetically.

Under their effort, the bricks inside the stove were dug out piece by piece, and obviously, nothing was found.

They stopped their actions and looked at each other, noticing that each other’s nostrils were stained with black ash, which was quite funny, making them burst into laughter.

Though another futile effort was made, the mood of the two was exceptionally good at this moment.

After laughing, they casually began reinstalling the stove.

Just as Xing Yuan was about to place the brick in his hand into the stove, he suddenly froze.

This seemingly ordinary, black brick felt significantly heavier in his hand.

"What’s wrong?" Ning Zhen’er noticed Xing Yuan staring blankly at the brick and asked aloud.

"Come over and take a look." Xing Yuan suggested.

Ning Zhen’er took the brick, and her expression changed instantly; she immediately sensed that the weight of this brick was indeed different from a normal brick.

To confirm, she picked up a normal brick and weighed it carefully, and the difference was quickly evident.

Ning Zhen’er was overjoyed and exchanged a glance full of surprise with Xing Yuan.

The two no longer cared about the dismantled stove and hurriedly found a hammer.

Recalling her previous encounter of being blasted by Heaven-shattering Thunder, although unscathed, she was left with a face full of black ash; Ning Zhen’er reminded Xing Yuan, "Be careful not to blow it up; it might be Heaven-shattering Thunder."

Upon hearing that it might explode, Xing Yuan insisted that Ning Zhen’er stay further away.

Feeling it was relatively safe, he began to gently tap the brick with caution.

Fortunately, the brick did not explode.

As the brick shattered, a metal box fell out.

The box was small and neatly square-shaped. After observing for a while and confirming there seemed to be no danger, Xing Yuan called Ning Zhen’er over.

Ning Zhen’er hurriedly walked over to take a closer look and found the box appeared to have a seam.

She hastily opened it, finding a piece of brocade inside.

Strangely enough, in such high temperature of the stove, the brocade remained unchanged.

It seems, the materials used for these items were all fireproof.

Ning Zhen’er’s hands trembled slightly as she gently unfolded the brocade, revealing a piece of yellowed paper inside.

She slowly opened it, and Xing Yuan approached to examine it together. Sure enough, it recorded everything related to their fathers and the sect.

It turned out their sect was called Moyuan Sect, and their master was revered as Immortal Master Wuli, a renowned figure more than sixty years ago.

At that time, his reputation was unmatched.

In his lifetime, he accepted four disciples, precisely the four analyzed earlier.

Only now did they finally understand what each had received.

Xing Yuan’s father was granted the Asura Evil Qi Skill, Luo Yang received the Golden Saber Manual, He Pengfei owned the Divine Whip, and Ning Zhen’er’s father was given the Heaven-shattering Thunder.

His master entrusted the secret recipe of Heaven-shattering Thunder to Ning Zhen’er’s father, which sparked jealousy among the other three disciples.

After all, possessing such a powerful object is tantamount to having the capital to conquer the world.

By handing over such an important item to Ning Zhen’er’s father, it reflected his high moral character and earned the master’s trust.

Regrettably, despite holding such powerful items, he did not use them and was eventually killed.

At this moment, Xing Yuan pondered another question, which was what leverage his father had over Luo Yang that made Luo Yang determined to eliminate him?

This raised the possibility that Ning Zhen’er’s father’s death was either a collective act of the three or the result of Luo Yang and He Pengfei’s collaboration. The exact answer remains uncertain.

Beneath the parchment, there was another piece of yellowed paper.

The writing was already blurred and almost impossible to decipher.

The only barely recognizable words were "Heaven-shattering Thunder creation method."

Ning Zhen’er frowned slightly, contemplated for a while, and said, "This might be the Heaven-shattering Thunder’s creation method, but it’s unreadable. We have to return to the Capital City and let Shen Ruoxi take a look."

Xing Yuan, however, tightly held Ning Zhen’er’s hand and said urgently, "Zhen’er, absolutely not! As the saying goes, do not have the heart to harm others, but you must be cautious. What if Shen Ruoxi got hold of the formula and then silenced you, what shall we do?"

Ning Zhen’er smiled faintly and replied, "During that final showdown with Beichang Country, I tried to compete with Shen Ruoxi because I feared she would earn merit.

As a result, it alerted the Beichang Country guards to our plan, placing Shen Ruoxi in extreme danger.

Even so, she still resolutely cut down the suspension bridge, allowing our army to enter smoothly.

At that time, I was severely injured and unable to evade the pursuit of Beichang Country soldiers; it was Shen Ruoxi who saved me.

That experience deeply touched me. Even though I placed her in danger, she could repay grievances with kindness, saving my life; I am deeply grateful inside.

Think about it, if she hadn’t saved me, I might have died long ago, let alone talked of conquering the world? Even if I gave her everything I have, it wouldn’t be too much.

Besides, I trust her character; she definitely won’t harm me, rest assured!"

Xing Yuan’s thoughts were completely different from others.

Previously, because there was no profit to be gained, everything was peaceful, and Ning Zhen’er was in no danger.

But now, what appears is no ordinary thing.

If Shen Ruoxi obtained it, to have it solely, Xing Yuan understood she might ruthlessly kill Ning Zhen’er and silence her.

Xing Yuan always believed Ning Zhen’er to be smart; otherwise, she wouldn’t be so good at making money.

However, what he didn’t expect was that Ning Zhen’er would be so stubbornly single-minded on this matter.

He sighed helplessly, "I’ve already said, do not have the heart to harm others, but you must be cautious. How can you have no guard against Shen Ruoxi?"

Times have changed; you had no interest conflict in the past, but now the situation has greatly changed.

He continued, "I think, since we cannot obtain the answers we want from this piece of parchment, we might as well burn it! It is purely the source of trouble."

Xing Yuan’s words greatly surprised Ning Zhen’er.

She originally thought Xing Yuan was focused on revenge, eager to reclaim his Demon Sect, surely not knowing how to properly use this thing.

But unexpectedly, he chose to destroy it.

"Don’t you want to use this to reclaim your Demon Sect?" Ning Zhen’er stared directly at Xing Yuan, trying to find the answer from his face.

Xing Yuan shook his head firmly, "No, I now just wish to live a good life with you.

This thing is a curse that will bring you endless trouble. I only wish for your safety."

He had no trace of deceit in his eyes. Since that assassination attempt, he kept pondering, what if Ning Zhen’er encountered misfortune, what would he do?

The answer he eventually arrived at was that without Ning Zhen’er, life would be meaningless.

Even if the world is conquered, what difference does it make?

Now, all he wants is to lead a stable life with Ning Zhen’er. Even as powerful as he is, he wouldn’t dare easily confront more provocations and threats.

After all, once this news leaks, unimaginable consequences will ensue.

"This is something my father protected with his life; I cannot burn it. If he could bravely face it, why should I be afraid?

At least, let everyone see; if Shen Ruoxi also can’t discern the clues, then make other arrangements.

If she can derive something from this, let’s give it to her because she needs it more than we do."

Ning Zhen’er’s tone was filled with resolve and persistence, her gaze revealing an unyielding determination.

Xing Yuan slightly furrowed his brows because he knew internally, whether it was he or Ning Zhen’er, they both instinctively felt that they couldn’t understand the contents of this parchment, but Shen Ruoxi could!