frightfiction #323 - Zhan Wusi meets two enemies
#323 - Zhan Wusi meets two enemies
Having spoken, Du Yuan's figure blurred, transforming into a streak of light and disappearing, leaving behind only a new team of law enforcement members standing in place.
This team also wore the uniforms of the law enforcement squad, brimming with energy. The three at the head were all Foundation Establishment stage cultivators.
One was tall and robust, his gaze like a torch, seemingly able to see through people's hearts; another was a woman, beautiful as a flower, with an elegant air, but arrogant and unapproachable.
The last was a middle-aged man with a full beard, his expression slightly dull, but his eyes were exceptionally sharp, as if he could perceive everything.
The tall and robust figure was actually Duan Guang, the former young master of the Puppet Sect, and his two elite disciples – Fang Ruichu and Zhang Tao.
Due to setbacks and suppression within the Puppet Sect, the three of them ultimately chose to leave and become rogue cultivators, only to encounter a fierce pursuit from rivals during their escape, almost losing their lives.
Fortunately, an elder from the Azure Cloud Sect appeared in time, not only saving their lives but also helping them cleanse the demonic energy within their bodies.
He also imparted the Azure Cloud Sect's sword techniques to them through the Righteous Path Empowerment Method and granted them the identity of law enforcement officers, with the aim of tracking down Li Chengfeng's whereabouts.
Li Chengfeng, this name was both familiar and unfamiliar to the three of them.
Familiar, because they had some interaction with Li Chengfeng when they were in the Puppet Sect, and even possessed some items that Li Chengfeng had discarded or lost.
Unfamiliar, because, with the passage of time, Li Chengfeng had grown to a height that they could hardly reach. Every time they heard his name, they felt awe.
However, faced with the great enticement of the Azure Cloud Sect, they still accepted the task of tracking Li Chengfeng.
The Azure Cloud Ancestor was even more resourceful, using a celestial diviner to create a Celestial Fate Plate. This plate collected the aura of Li Chengfeng's combat puppets, allowing the three of them to track Li Chengfeng's whereabouts based on this aura.
In this competition, besides the three of them, others who had interacted with Li Chengfeng were also drawn into this turmoil.
Some were abducted by the Cold Ice Mountain, while others were captured or went missing.
The reason the Azure Cloud Ancestor chose the three of them to complete this task was not only because of their connection with Li Chengfeng but also because they each possessed unique skills and methods that would enable them to stand out in the competition.
Duan Guang, the former young master of the Puppet Sect, had an undying flame of anger burning in his eyes as he stared at Zhan Wusi, his gnashing teeth as if he wanted to engrave the other's name deep in his heart.
His words, with a hint of hoarseness and unwillingness, squeezed out from between his teeth: "Zhan Wusi, it was you last time who ruined my entire plan and stole my treasure!
If it weren't for that, how would I have fallen to this point, oppressed by those petty villains to such an extent, covered in wounds! I swear to repay this hatred a hundredfold!
When this conflict comes to an end, if I capture Li Chengfeng, it will be the time of your death, and no one will be able to save you from the fire and water!"
Upon hearing this, Zhan Wusi couldn't help but feel a chill in his heart, never having expected to encounter Duan Guang of the Puppet Sect again in this gathering of wind and clouds.
A cold smile curled up at the corner of his lips, his eyes flashing with contempt: "Hmph, in the end, it's just that your skills are inferior to others. How can a defeated general speak of bravery?
It is utterly ridiculous to attribute one's incompetence to others.
If you truly had earth-shattering abilities, why would you fear the failure of that transaction? On the other hand, Li Chengfeng, with his mere Qi Training cultivation,
has been able to create a world of his own in the cultivation world, and the bounty for him has soared to three hundred thousand high-grade spirit stones. Compared to him, what face do you have to talk about the difference?"
After saying this, Zhan Wusi couldn't help but laugh, his laughter containing both mockery and a hint of helplessness towards the fickleness of fate.
Upon seeing this, the former young master of the Puppet Sect was enraged, his eyes wide open, as if about to breathe fire: "The more joyous you laugh now, the more despair you will feel in the future! I swear,
I will definitely make Li Chengfeng your death warrant!"
His voice echoed in the empty space, with an undeniable determination.
Nearby, Fang Ruichu's beautiful eyes darted back and forth between the two, secretly pondering their thoughts.
Although she was not a witness to the grudges between Zhan Wusi and the former young master of the Puppet Sect, she could still feel the heavy hatred.
When she looked at Zhan Wusi, she couldn't hide the disgust in her eyes, as if she were looking at a stranger about to step into the abyss.
Qiu Yunhe intervened in a timely manner. He cupped his fist and bowed to the former young master of the Puppet Sect, his words sincere: "Fellow Daoist, I see that your strength is extraordinary and your aura is imposing. Why not join hands with me?
If we work together to search for Li Chengfeng, it will not only resolve the hatred in your heart but also allow us to gain a foothold in the Azure Cloud Sect. Wouldn't that be killing two birds with one stone?"
Upon hearing this, the former young master of the Puppet Sect's pupils shrank slightly. After a moment of thought, he nodded: "What you say makes sense. Although the three of us have our own thoughts,
we can indeed temporarily put aside our prejudices in the matter of finding Li Chengfeng.
We will share resources and exchange information. After we find that kid, we will discuss rewards based on merit. Three hundred thousand high-grade spirit stones, we will split them equally, how about it?"
His words revealed a hint of cunning, as if he had foreseen Zhan Wusi's anger and despair upon learning of this.
The two groups reached an agreement and quickly merged, moving forward while talking in low voices, the atmosphere tense and delicate.
Zhan Wusi stood aside, his face ashen, but he was also helpless. He cursed inwardly: "It's really that the heavens don't grant people's wishes. These two enemies have actually joined forces!
But finding Li Chengfeng, is it something that can be easily accomplished with a large number of people? Otherwise, Li Chengfeng would have died eight hundred times already. Hmph, let's see how this old woman breaks out of this situation on her own!"
He clenched his teeth, his eyes firm, as if he was ready to face the coming storm.
Li Chengfeng stood outside the crowd, his eyes deep and smiling, secretly mocking the blindness and ignorance of these people.
He was leisurely and content, as if he were in an absurd drama, and those who were running around and searching for his whereabouts were just clumsy actors on the stage, performing a series of farcical comedies.
He did not intend to take action, nor did he intend to entangle with these people who were blinded by greed, and he had already secretly planned in his heart.
When the day comes when his natal magic weapon is completed, he will use the blood of these three people as the opening sacrifice for his natal magic weapon, which can be regarded as a kind of irony to their foolish behavior.
He raised his head and looked at the sky, a playful smile on his lips, and thought to himself: "Azure Cloud Ancestor, this old fox's calculations are really loud. Sending these three fools is nothing more than wanting to lure me in and fool me like a plaything.
Hmph, these are just bait. If I act rashly, wouldn't I fall right into his trap? How can I not know the hidden killing intent behind it? I should stabilize my mind and not be moved by it."
Therefore, Li Chengfeng became more and more leisurely and comfortable. He strolled through the streets, sometimes stopping to enjoy the scenery, sometimes chanting softly, the folding fan in his hand gently swaying, and his Confucian robe moving in the wind, revealing a transcendent and upright aura.
When others saw this, they all thought that this was a poor scholar who had strayed into the prosperity of the cultivation world, but little did they know that he was a rare impostor in Confucianism.
He walked into one shop after another, selecting the materials needed for making talismans. The prices here were relatively low, and compared to the high and mighty Treasure Pavilions, it was more accessible to the people. This contrast may seem like a coincidence to outsiders,
Li Chengfeng spent most of the day wandering around the cave market, and he gained a lot.
He was passionate about the research of talismans, so the materials he bought included basic materials such as remnant talismans. These seemingly cheap items were priceless treasures in his eyes.
At the same time, he also noticed the nourishing effect of Confucian classics on the mind of cultivators, so he specially collected a few copies, hoping to use them to nourish his upright aura.
In addition, he also purchased two talisman brushes for future use.
As dusk approached, Li Chengfeng decided to go to the cave center of Qinghai City, which was not only a prosperous place where cultivators gathered but also a good place for cultivation with rich spiritual energy.
He planned to rent a cave there as his base for cultivation and research.
On the way to the cave center, Li Chengfeng was attracted by the lively scene of a restaurant.
In front of the restaurant, the waiter Zhao Yue was loudly shouting, introducing the special features of their restaurant: "Slaughtering demon beasts on the spot and using them as raw materials to cook delicious dishes.
This unique cooking method not only retains the freshness of the demon beast meat but also uses dehumidification treatment and adds spiritual herbs and materials.
This makes the dishes have a similar effect to pills, but the price is relatively low. Don't miss it if you pass by?"
This attracted the cultivators passing by to stop.