Eternal Life Starts from Tai Chi-Chapter 127: Blood Burning Technique, Nipping It in the Bud
"What an Evil Cult fiend you are. I was once a disciple of the Cyan Yuan Sect myself, but they were all blind. They couldn’t see my Talent. Otherwise, I’d be an Elite Disciple by now, maybe even a Direct Disciple."
"The Cyan Yuan Sect is worthless, but the Holy Sect saw my potential. Now I’m already at the External Refining Copper Skin Realm, far beyond all those useless Official Disciples from back then."
"Yang Chan, you’re a Pharmacist for the Cyan Yuan Sect now. This is the perfect chance to settle our old and new scores. I’ll make you understand just how big a mistake you made."
"I’m going to ’take good care’ of you, to thank you for the humiliation you put me through."
Wang Sheng’s eyes were bloodshot. Gripping his Long Saber, he charged straight for Yang Chan.
At this moment, Wang Sheng’s entire body turned the color of Bronze. He was completely enveloped in killing intent, having transformed into a mindless killing machine.
’Clearly, this is the result of practicing an Evil Skill and losing one’s mind. These Evil Cultivation Methods allow for rapid progress, but they come with all sorts of flaws that can easily make one lose control.’
Yang Chan drew the Long Sword from his waist and executed the Wind-Stepping Technique. His movements were incredibly agile as he immediately unleashed the Demon Suppressing Swordsmanship, his blade a blur of motion.
The Evil Techniques of the No-Life Evil Cult were quite formidable. Even after landing several strikes on his opponent’s vitals, Yang Chan couldn’t finish Wang Sheng off. Apparently, this state also enhanced the defensive power of his External Refining Copper Skin.
The Combat Power Yang Chan deliberately displayed was that of the External Refining Copper Skin Realm. This was the strength he normally revealed within the Cyan Yuan Sect, as he had no desire to expose too much of his true ability.
"Yang Chan, I’ll kill you!"
Wang Sheng was covered in wounds, yet he hadn’t managed to land a single blow on Yang Chan. Enraged, a vicious aura erupted from him, and his presence grew even stronger.
This was a burst of Combat Power fueled by his own Life Force, similar to the Blood Burst Pills used by disciples of the Three Major Sects when fighting for their lives. It was a temporary boost in exchange for one’s own life.
Seeing this, Yang Chan just shook his head.
’I guess I overestimated Wang Sheng,’ he thought. ’If a reckless brute like him has great destiny on his side, then destiny must be blind.’
As Wang Sheng charged recklessly, Yang Chan nimbly dodged. At the same time, he fired the Three Talents Sleeve Arrow he held in his hand, aiming it straight through one of Wang Sheng’s existing wounds.
’It’s a shame to use these Hidden Weapons on someone at the External Refining Copper Skin level,’ Yang Chan mused. But seeing the way Wang Sheng kept erupting with power, he decided it wasn’t worth being frugal.
’It’s only a little money and Poison. I have plenty more, so not using them would be a waste anyway.’
On this trip down the mountain to Tan City, he’d barely used any of the Hidden Weapons and Poisons he’d prepared. He’d only used a few on Shen Yuan, that Inner Master from the No-Life Evil Cult, and the rewards had been substantial. ’Using a little on Wang Sheng now can be considered a sign of respect.’
’Letting him die the same way as Shen Yuan... It’s the death befitting an Inner Master. This will give Shen Yuan’s death a bit more dignity, too.’
’After all, if an Inner Master fell for it, it’s perfectly normal for a mere External Refining Copper Skin practitioner to do the same.’
’As for what Wang Sheng himself thinks? That’s not important.’
Yang Chan took a few quick steps back, keeping his distance. He watched as the enraged Wang Sheng took a couple of staggering steps before collapsing to the ground, convulsing. He didn’t move any closer.
’It wouldn’t do to get caught by some last-ditch counterattack.’
Yang Chan watched until the man fell silent, but he still didn’t approach. ’The disciples on this escort mission will handle it later anyway.’
Seeing that there were still others fighting nearby, Yang Chan went to lend a hand.
The battle ended quickly. Cai Kun had said he would deal with the other External Refining practitioner from the No-Life Evil Cult swiftly, and he was true to his word. But when he returned, he saw Wang Sheng from the No-Life Evil Cult lying on the ground, his expression strange.
He knew he had still underestimated Yang Chan. ’After all, even an Inner Master died in Pharmacist Yang’s room. He’s certainly no simple man.’
"Pharmacist Yang, here’s what we found on his body. It’s your prize."
A disciple handed the loot to Yang Chan, as was customary.
Yang Chan took it. It was a book with the title "Blood Burning Technique" written on it. This was clearly the Evil Technique Wang Sheng had just used to boost his power.
He glanced at it and paid it no mind. Other than being exchangeable for some contribution points, it was of little use to him.
After all, he didn’t have a status panel that could clear away negative effects. ’Otherwise, I could just practice Evil Skills to strengthen myself.’
This was especially true for Wang Sheng. He was completely ruined.
"Burn all these bodies. We don’t want to risk a plague."
"More injured disciples will be passing through here later. It would be bad if they caught some disease."
Yang Chan said, looking at the bodies piled together.
’In truth, my main concern is not leaving any bodies behind,’ he thought. ’The chance of something going wrong is small, but it’s always better to be cautious.’
"Alright. Xiaoluo, take these bodies into the woods and burn them all. Once you’re done, ride to catch up with us."
Cai Kun nodded in agreement.
It was a minor task and not very important, but a plague would be a major disaster. So, Cai Kun assigned someone to the task.
"Pharmacist Yang, a few of our junior brothers were injured just now. Could I trouble you to take a look at them?"
Cai Kun continued, looking at Yang Chan.
Compared to that small task, he was more concerned about the injured disciples. They were on this mission with him, and he knew most of them personally. Naturally, he was more concerned for them.
"Of course. Senior Brother Cai, you can continue on ahead. My Pharmacist’s Assistant and I will see to the injured."
"It’s nothing serious, for the most part. Just some bandaging should do."
Yang Chan had naturally observed the fight. No one from the Cyan Yuan Sect had died, and there weren’t even any serious injuries.
The ambushers from the No-Life Evil Cult probably hadn’t expected there to be two External Refining Experts on this trip. ’Under normal circumstances, they likely would have succeeded.’
"However, Senior Brother Cai, you should still arrange for someone to report this situation to Elder Gu and the others. We don’t want any remnants of the No-Life Evil Cult to keep lurking in Qing State."
"This is a serious matter. The No-Life Evil Cult members in Tan City last time were a resurgence. This time, we must eliminate them completely."
Yang Chan gave this reminder intentionally, partly to prevent more members of the No-Life Evil Cult from popping up in Qing State. If that happened, he’d be asked to leave the mountain again, which would be rather unpleasant.
’It’s best to nip these things in the bud—deal with the problem at its source.’
"Pharmacist Yang is right. I was just about to arrange for someone to head to Tan City and report what happened here. We’re not far, so it shouldn’t take them long."
"I’ll also ask the Elders to send more people, in case the No-Life Evil Cult has more ambushes waiting for us on the road ahead."
Cai Kun nodded and added his own thoughts, making the arrangements very thorough.
Yang Chan was very satisfied to hear this.
’I love working with meticulous people like him. With a few more people from Tan City for support, our safety will be much more assured.’ That was a good thing as far as Yang Chan was concerned.
Although he doubted they would encounter any more members of the No-Life Evil Cult, it was better to be safe than sorry. A cautious approach was always best.
’People who live long tend to be cautious and meticulous. Cai Kun did well. Very thorough.’
