Chapter 301 - 172: Spirit Marrow! Transaction
...and they even recruited a few disciples from within the Danxia Sect to act as inside agents."
Chen Sheng briefly recounted the situation.
Bai Qing’s expression, initially calm, gradually turned grave. As soon as Chen Sheng finished speaking, she hurriedly asked:
"Captain Chen, is what you say true? Will the Blood River Sect really make a move during the battle of Wushan Mountain?"
"The information did indeed come from their mouths, but as for whether it’s true, I cannot guarantee it."
Of course, Chen Sheng wouldn’t give a hundred-percent guarantee.
After all, no one knew if the Blood River Sect might change their plans.
Bai Qing’s brow furrowed deeply, her beautiful eyes filled with solemnity. Although Chen Sheng hadn’t offered a guarantee, she was inclined to believe him, because she was indeed scheduled to personally lead the team during the battle of Wushan Mountain.
At that time, only a single elder at the Mystic Realm would be left to hold the fort at the Danxia Sect, leaving the sect at its most vulnerable. If you added a few disciples working with the enemy from the inside...
The consequences would be unimaginable.
"Captain Chen, do you know who the disciples who were bought over are?"
Bai Qing pressed on.
"That, I don’t know. Also, I would advise Sect Leader Bai not to investigate for the time being. If word gets out, the Blood River Sect will certainly change their plans, which would be even worse."
This wasn’t Chen Sheng trying to deceive her; he genuinely didn’t know the identities of the disciples recruited by the Blood River Sect.
The Celestial Book had focused on the Blood River Sect’s planned ambush and the legacy of Profound Flame Daoist. The matter concerning the Danxia Sect was only mentioned in passing, without any detail.
"What Captain Chen says is reasonable."
After coming back to her senses, Bai Qing understood.
Compared to the Blood River Sect changing their scheme, the current situation was undoubtedly more advantageous for the Danxia Sect. At least they knew about it in advance and could make arrangements.
The Danxia Sect was not without its own resources. They could hire powerful experts to help, or even launch a counter-scheme against the Blood River Sect.
"For this, I thank you, Captain Chen."
Bai Qing stood up, cupping her fist in a solemn salute toward Chen Sheng.
Without Chen Sheng’s warning, the Danxia Sect might have faced the danger of complete annihilation.
Although what Chen Sheng said wasn’t necessarily accurate, she felt it was credible.
"Sect Leader Bai, there’s no need for thanks. The Dreadful God Talisman that Vice Envoy Sun used was borrowed from the Danxia Sect. I have kept this favor in mind." Chen Sheng glanced at Bai Qing’s curvaceous and graceful figure, then said with a faint smile.
And Bai Qing clearly understood the implication behind Chen Sheng’s words.
The Danxia Sect lent out the Dreadful God Talisman.
In return, Chen Sheng informed the Danxia Sect of the Blood River Sect’s plans.
This was considered repaying the favor to the Danxia Sect.
"Captain Chen is right."
Bai Qing smiled, her gaze sweeping over Sun Yuzhi, who sat as still and serene as a mountain. A sense of admiration welled up within her.
’No wonder this Captain Chen was able to win Sun Yuzhi’s heart. He certainly has his methods.’
"Alright, now that we’ve settled the favor, I have a business transaction to discuss with Sect Leader Bai."
Chen Sheng’s change in tone immediately captured the attention of both Bai Qing and Sun Yuzhi.
Especially the latter.
On their way here, Chen Sheng hadn’t mentioned anything about discussing a deal with the Danxia Sect. Hearing this, she couldn’t help but feel a flicker of confusion, but she didn’t speak, instead watching Chen Sheng quietly.
"Captain Chen, what transaction might you be referring to?"
Bai Qing blinked her beautiful eyes, a little puzzled.
"The Wushan Mountain battle."
Chen Sheng calmly uttered four words.
He always kept his affairs separate.
Now that the favor was repaid, it was time to talk business.
"This... didn’t we already settle this?"
Bai Qing was somewhat astonished.
The Danxia Sect had previously given the Dragon Roar Treasure Saber to Chen Sheng, and he had promised to protect the Danxia Sect’s share. Why was he suddenly bringing this up again?
"Sect Leader Bai, rest assured. I did indeed promise to ensure the Danxia Sect’s share would be equal to the last one. The transaction I want to discuss today is whether the Danxia Sect is interested in gaining an additional twenty percent on top of that share."
Chen Sheng wore a calm smile.
But his words sent a jolt through Bai Qing’s heart. She looked at Chen Sheng, her eyes filled with shock and suspicion.
"Captain Chen, what do you mean by this?"
"Exactly what it sounds like."
"Are you truly confident you can increase our share by twenty percent?"
A sharp glint flashed in Bai Qing’s eyes.
A twenty-percent share was no small amount.
If they could obtain it, it would naturally be a wonderful thing.
Chen Sheng just smiled without explaining. With a mere thought, he released the aura of his Profound Gang Realm.
Sure enough, the moment she sensed Chen Sheng’s Cultivation, Bai Qing was profoundly shaken. Then, the glint in her eyes grew even brighter.
She was shocked that Chen Sheng had actually broken through to the Profound Gang Realm, and excited about the matter of the Wushan Yuan Ore shares.
She had personally witnessed the battle between Chen Sheng and Lu Xuanzhou of Luoyun Manor, so she naturally understood how powerful Chen Sheng was. Otherwise, she would never have been willing to part with the Dragon Roar Treasure Saber and give it to him.
And now that Chen Sheng’s Cultivation had also reached the Profound Gang Realm, what heights could his strength reach?
Thinking of this, Bai Qing suddenly felt confident.
What Chen Sheng said about the shares now seemed highly possible.
"What does Captain Chen want?"
Bai Qing’s tone became much more serious.
"A token."
"What token?"
"A token that the Danxia Sect obtained from Profound Flame Daoist."
Chen Sheng’s tone was calm and frank.
According to the Celestial Book, the Danxia Sect actually placed great importance on that token and knew a few things about Profound Flame Daoist. If not, they wouldn’t have placed it in the sect’s treasury.
Therefore, there was no point in being evasive.
Sure enough, upon hearing Chen Sheng’s words, Bai Qing’s expression changed subconsciously. Her gaze sharpened, and she stared at Chen Sheng with a grave look as she asked:
"How did Captain Chen learn that the Danxia Sect possesses this token?"
Within the Danxia Sect, the number of people who knew about this token could be counted on one hand.
"That’s not important. What’s important is whether the Danxia Sect is willing to trade a useless token for greater benefits in the battle of Wushan Mountain." Chen Sheng looked at her with a half-smile.
"Captain Chen, have you found Profound Flame Daoist’s grotto-mansion?"
Bai Qing’s expression was uncertain, and she eyed Chen Sheng with suspicion.
Chen Sheng put down his teacup and shook his head.
"If I had already found the grotto-mansion, why would I need a token to open it? I merely want to try my luck."
But Bai Qing didn’t believe this explanation. After a moment of contemplation, her expression suddenly blossomed into a smile. She rose gracefully, descended from the high platform, and walked over to the table beside Chen Sheng. Taking up the green jade pot, she elegantly refilled his cup with hot tea.
As she leaned over, the curves of her full figure were displayed to their fullest, and a faint, elusive fragrance drifted toward Chen Sheng.
Her fair fingertips brushed almost imperceptibly against the back of Chen Sheng’s hand. With a light laugh tinged with charm, she said:
"Captain Chen, how about this? You may choose any single treasure from the Danxia Sect’s treasury in exchange for the Wushan Mountain battle shares. As for the token, the Danxia Sect can accompany you to open Profound Flame Daoist’s grotto-mansion together.
Furthermore, I promise that after the grotto-mansion is opened, you will be the first to choose a treasure. How about it?"
The Danxia Sect did indeed know a few things about Profound Flame Daoist. Before he rose to prominence, he had received some favors from the sect. Later, a female elder from the Danxia Sect happened to encounter him.
He gifted the Danxia Sect a token and told them that he had suffered grievous injuries that damaged his very foundation, making recovery impossible, and had already made arrangements for his passing.
If the Danxia Sect was fated to do so, they could seek out the other tokens, find his grotto-mansion, and claim all the relics within.
But unfortunately, the Danxia Sect searched for many years without finding any trace of the other tokens. They had no choice but to shelve the matter, placing the token in their treasury for future generations to seek out.
Now that Chen Sheng had suddenly brought it up, Bai Qing couldn’t help but suspect that he had already grasped some crucial clues.
At the side, Sun Yuzhi glanced at the somewhat flirtatious Bai Qing, an unconscious frown creasing her brow as her gaze fell upon Chen Sheng.
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