Corpse Burier: I Can Nourish Corpse

But the existence of the gray aura cannot be openly discussed; if mentioned, his Divine Sense would be completely exposed.

Exposing too much is never a good thing, especially when one’s apparent strength is only at the Early Stage of Golden Core.

Though unafraid.

Wen Jiu doesn’t want trouble, nor does he want all his efforts to be for naught.

"Ah, the method of cultivation."

Gongyang Fu’s expression tightened, then he smiled easily, "Yes, yes, I almost forgot about that. As long as Fellow Daoist is willing to help, the cultivation method will be provided to you soon, and I will also offer the cultivation materials."

"Since we’re friends, naturally, I’ll help." Wen Jiu carefully probed the gray aura with his Divine Sense, which slightly affected the detection, but when he employed a trace of the Undying Celestial Yin Golden Core power, the influence was minimal.

If the Undying Celestial Yin Golden Core power were used against it, the Golden Core could even devour it. This means that ultimately, the gray aura cannot match the power of the Undying Celestial Yin Golden Core.

Even if Gongyang Fu hadn’t mentioned it, Wen Jiu nodded and agreed.

No matter what Gongyang Fu has in mind, it’s of no consequence. But with this arrangement, if not for concerns about the Late Stage Golden Core cultivator of Donghua Immortal City and the Third-grade top-grade spiritual beast detecting any peculiarities from Gongyang Fu’s Divine Soul, he would have liked to immediately send the Five Ghosts for a soul-control operation at the East Spring Undying Bone.

"Then thank you very much, Fellow Daoist He. After organizing the pseudo-Tier Three Spirit Medicine and materials needed for cultivating the elixir, they will be sent to your residence immediately. As long as you cultivate one elixir, I will give you ten thousand Middle-grade Spirit Stones, equivalent to one million Low-grade Spirit Stones." Gongyang Fu spoke with boldness.

Wen Jiu shook his head, "There’s no need for Spirit Stones. Anyway, I’m idle, so if there’s anything I need Fellow Daoist’s help with in the future, please be sure to assist. Rest assured, it will absolutely be something within your power."

"Fellow Daoist truly knows how to ask for a reward."

Gongyang Fu praised with a sentence but wasn’t surprised.

Because when they exchanged smiles, he already understood He Jiu’s purpose.

But one must admit, He Jiu is truly patient. Does he assume that I will definitely seek him out proactively?

"What, unwilling to give?" Wen Jiu retorted.

Gongyang Fu shook his head with a smile, "Absolutely not. That’s settled then. In the future, if Fellow Daoist needs help, as long as it’s within my power, I will make every effort to fulfill it, to repay today’s favor."

"Perhaps Fellow Daoist should swear a Heart Demon Oath, not that I don’t trust you, but don’t take it the wrong way."

"Of course, of course."

Gongyang Fu continued to smile kindly, seemingly unconcerned.

Once the Heart Demon Oath was made, Wen Jiu had no desire to linger any longer. He rose to take his leave.

Gongyang Fu didn’t attempt to retain him, but stood to escort Wen Jiu out of the residence.

Yet, just as Wen Jiu left, Gongyang Fu turned back into the house, his friendly smile vanished instantly.

In fact, there was one matter he hadn’t disclosed. Previously, he had an assistant, a Heterodox Golden Core ghost cultivator, with three high-bloodline Ghost King apparitions. However, within merely twenty to thirty years, they were injured by the Nine Abyss Nether Qi needed for elixir cultivation, with the three Ghost Kings nearly having their souls destroyed.

The original body survived but damaged the foundation, unable to progress any further.

Because the Nine Abyss Nether Qi originates from beneath the Ninth Abyss in the Lifeless Abyss; even the First Abyss has reached thousands of meters underground, the depth of the Ninth Abyss is even more terrifying, with no one knowing the exact depth.

No one dares to go down there.

He heard from his master that several Golden Core Perfection cultivators attempted to enter the Ninth Abyss but never returned.

Probably only Great Nascent Soul cultivators could enter such a chasm.

Thus, Nine Abyss Nether Qi is scarcely recognized in the West Mountain Floating Domain, so he dared not to mention it, not fearing exposure.

"East Spring Undying Bone is much stronger than Ghost Kings, plus He Jiu dual cultivates his body and technique into the Golden Core Realm, surely to withstand longer than the ghost cultivator. Just endure for ten or twenty years, what harm in doing you a favor?"

Gongyang Fu pondered internally, strolling back to the back courtyard.

At dawn, the old housekeeper brought the cultivation method and required materials for nurturing the elixir to Wen Jiu’s door. Wen Jiu accepted them, his Divine Sense swept over the cultivation method and settled on a long tube made of special crystal, where wisps of gray evil aura resided.

The quantity, each wisp as fine as hair strands, was far more than Gongyang Fu had shown him in the elixir, hundreds of times over.

The entire long tube contained more than a hundred wisps.

Not many.

Yet not few.

"What exactly is this?" Wen Jiu wondered throughout the night, until the following day at midnight, seeing four characters on the display: Nine Abyss Nether Qi.

The daily settlement panel didn’t provide definite information, but Wen Jiu directly controlled Three Thousand Blood Inks with the Corpse Fate Technique to divine. A glance was shocking; Nine Abyss Nether Qi turned out to be a form of Innate Death Qi, more advanced than ordinary Innate Death Qi, though lacking rank, it was something average cultivators couldn’t acquire.

"Since it’s more intriguing than ordinary Death Qi, might it be used to cultivate elixirs and likewise to nourish corpses?"

A sudden thought flashed in Wen Jiu’s mind.

Why this thought occurred was because of a phrase brought by Gongyang Fu’s mansion’s old housekeeper.

These items were just for trial, if successful, as many materials as needed can be available.

...

In the following days, Wen Jiu was engaged in cultivating elixirs within the mansion, utilizing the Corpse Concealing method. Using concealed corpses as enhancement, plant Evil Yin Spiritual Medicine inside the corpse for cultivation.

Cultivating concealed corpses resembles the Evil Corpse method; within two to three days, all ten Foundation Establishment Perfection evil cultivators’ corpses sent over were transformed into concealed corpses, followed by diligent planting of Evil Yin Spiritual Medicine.

The process was rather lengthy, as Blood Demon Undying Bone was not alongside, so the Cyan Wheat Three Techniques couldn’t be employed, proceeding slowly instead.

To Wen Jiu’s surprise, Gongyang Fu’s old housekeeper’s visits drew attention from other Golden Core cultivators, intriguing Wuxinming to visit, prompting Wen Jiu to brush them off, opting for no explanations.

It was also at this juncture that Lu Feng finally arrived at Qi Mountain, accompanied by Lu Chan.

Wen Jiu controlled the East Spring Undying Bone, withdrew the formation, permitting Lu Feng to enter.

As for Lu Chan, Wen Jiu had no intention of controlling her soul now, so some scenes couldn’t be revealed.

"Fellow Daoist Li."

Upon entering Qi Mountain, Lu Feng’s expression was indifferent.

Wen Jiu controlled the East Spring Undying Bone with enthusiasm, serving a fine tea, not immediately broaching the subject, instead inquiring about the current situation in West Mountain Floating Domain. Lu Feng maintained his indifference but answered each query.

But as the chat progressed, Lu Feng grew impatient and, before Wen Jiu could further control East Spring Undying Bone to speak, directly stated: "Fellow Daoist Li need not to beat around the bush, rest assured, even though Lu Chan is sent to the frontline, Qi Mountain still belongs to Fellow Daoist. No second party will intervene."

"You’ve already decided?"

Wen Jiu controlling East Spring Undying Bone retorted.

Though a rhetorical question, Wen Jiu had already guessed the answer.

Lu Feng feigned helplessness, nodded slowly, "It’s a reluctant choice. After all, Lu Chan enjoyed two Core Formation opportunities and possesses two Tier Three Yin Veins. If she doesn’t go, likely no one else in the Lu family would go. The Domain Lord’s Mansion’s orders can neither be refused nor dared. Ultimately, West Mountain Floating Domain belongs to the Domain Lord’s Mansion."

"Since you’ve made a decision, then don’t blame me."

Wen Jiu’s expression turned cold.

The East Spring Undying Bone’s killing intent erupted instantly.

Lu Feng’s expression tightened, swiftly responding, raising his hand to activate the pre-prepared Tier Three Escape Talisman, simultaneously speaking, "Fellow Daoist, stay calm. The Lu family offers sincere collaboration. Without Lu Chan, our relationship remains unchanged, even more so with me onboard, our partnership will only elevate."

"Always prepared with a Tier Three Escape Talisman, do you believe your own words?" Wen Jiu refrained from letting the East Spring Undying Bone employ Blood Corpse Escape in pursuit.

Because Lu Feng’s Divine Sense suddenly ceased, failing to activate the Tier Three Escape Talisman, unable to release even a hint of Magical Power.

Lu Feng’s expression changed.

The East Spring Undying Bone vanished in a flash.

Wen Jiu’s voice followed, "You thought I kept circling around because I genuinely enjoy conversing with you?"

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