Cultivators Are So Weak in This World-Chapter 223 - 206 End Part 2

The two fell silent, no longer speaking.

Until several minutes later.

"I entrust this to you. I hope you won’t disappoint His Highness’s great expectations of you.

This time, to prevent you from being targeted, His Highness has paid a great deal to the Western Sect." Xiao Ling solemnly warned.

Although he doesn’t really trust Cheng Hui, but... this is an order from His Highness.

"I will not fail the mission entrusted to me!" Cheng Hui earnestly cupped his fists and bowed in the direction of the Jade Tree Palace in the royal palace.

"I hope so... Well, I must take my leave now." Xiao Ling set down the iron box and gave him a deep look.

Then he opened the window, leaped out, and disappeared into the night in an instant.

Leaving Cheng Hui alone to pick up the small black iron box placed on the table.

He closed his eyes, and images of his foster mother’s years of care, cultivation, and protection inadvertently flashed through his mind.

Ultimately, the trace of struggle deep in his eyes gradually faded away and vanished.

"Don’t blame me... mother..."

"You are a high and mighty princess... while we... can only wallow in the mire searching for food..."

"If not for my exceptional talent, perhaps back then, you wouldn’t have spared me a glance...."

"I’ve repaid the debt from all those years... Next..."

Gripping the black box, Cheng Hui gently clenched it.

With a crisp click, the box opened, revealing three golden rings emanating colorful lights neatly placed inside.

"I should also live for myself now...."

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In early August, several Spirit Envoys near the Golden Wing Pavilion of the Eastern Sect gathered at the Yin Locus by command of the Pavilion Master, and they all disappeared the next day.

Rumors spread from the Western Sect that out of three individuals, two were found, one fled and went missing. One died in battle.

Princess Qianye was ordered to remain in the palace, forbidden to go out.

Snow Rainbow Pavilion dispatched experts to take over the defense of Jade Tree Palace.

Celestial Maiden Tong Chapter is temporarily unaccounted for.

Days later, the Spirit Emperor invited Sect Leader Zhenyi and Sect Leader Da Dao into the palace to consult on the ways of longevity and state governance.

August 4th.

The Spirit Emperor decreed that the sects Zhenyi and Da Dao would enter the Jixian Institute to oversee all external sect affairs of Daoism under Heaven.

Established the Xuanzheng Institute, with the West Sect True Buddha Temple leading, to oversee all Buddhist affairs under Heaven.

The next day, Great Spirit resolved to dispatch troops to An Nan, intending to expand its territory anew.

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"Xiaoxi, where did you buy this Mingzhu? It’s actually purple! Truly stunning."

Inside Celestial Treasure Palace.

Chui Xi, slightly smug, was surrounded by several Taoist maidens.

Everyone admired the purple pearl in her hand.

The pearl was as large as a cherry, smooth and beautiful, reflecting an alluring sheen in the sunlight.

"It’s a treasured medicinal pearl kept at home. Previously, my father was pleased with my progress and, in his joy, gifted it to me as a birthday present." Chui Xi smiled.

"Your father truly dotes on you!"

"Such a purple pearl, if sold, wouldn’t fetch less than a thousand taels, would it?"

"Such a high-grade medicinal treasure is rare even in the Alchemy Hall! Impressive!"

A group of maidens chattered endlessly.

Chui Xi felt increasingly proud, knowing her family wasn’t that wealthy.

But she had earned it herself.

Previously, just by casually selling Zhang Ying’s whereabouts, she had gained such great benefits.

Now, this purple pearl was her reward for agreeing to take Zhang Ying to meet nearby outside the palace.

She had always worried that the person buying Zhang Ying’s whereabouts might have ill intentions.

But yesterday, she finally saw the person spending the money.

It was an exceptionally beautiful lady.

She plainly stated that Zhang Ying had saved her life before, and after a long search, she finally found Celestial Treasure Palace.

Yet, she didn’t want to abruptly approach him.

Hence she used Chui Xi’s hand to secretly give Zhang Ying a surprise.

Such a romantic and beautiful affair, akin to a tale from folklore plays, was utterly fascinating.

While Chui Xi felt a bit jealous, she still hoped the lady would reveal her feelings to Zhang Ying and make a good match.

Traveling a thousand miles, dispersing wealth, just to meet him once and repay his kindness...

Such will and determination, even imagining it briefly, reveals the many obstacles and difficulties involved.

If she could facilitate this story, it would surely become a remarkable tale in the future!

After the sisters finished admiring the purple pearl, Chui Xi reclaimed the pearl and went directly to the cave dwelling.

Soon, the day’s alchemy lessons ended, and after Alchemist Qingyou departed.

The sky outside the cave gradually darkened.

"Zhang Ying, didn’t you say you needed a hundred-year-old Red Reishi?" Chui Xi suddenly spoke.

At this moment, both were tidying up the residuals from alchemy in the cave dwelling.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Rongfang lifted his head.

"Did you talk to your family and settle it?"

"Yes, the Reishi is valuable and requires a face-to-face transaction, money for medicine in hand." Chui Xi nodded.

"The location is at the Hundred Trust Restaurant in Hushan Town, between Celestial Treasure Palace and Yangshuo. As for the time, how about tonight at eight?"

"Alright." Zhang Rongfang didn’t hesitate.

This medicine is crucial for his practice of the second layer of the Golden Toad Skill Hidden Moon, and it’s the main ingredient.

So he has to be cautious and deliberate.

"What’s the price?" he asked.

"My father said that according to market price, considering my part, it could be reduced by ten percent." Chui Xi smiled shyly.

She indeed wasn’t lying; this was truly negotiated.

The person who gave her the purple pearl requested her to have Zhang Rongfang meet at that specific location.

And her father’s promise of the hundred-year-old Red Reishi was indeed true, just the time wasn’t today but the day after tomorrow.

"In that case, many thanks to Miss Chui Xi!" Zhang Rongfang made a gesture of courtesy, causing the other party to shyly avoid.

"Not at all, just don’t forget the time," Chui Xi advised. 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

"Rest assured, I definitely won’t." Zhang Rongfang replied earnestly.