Chapter 691 - 340: Someone Probing
Why do people have different fates? She thought that by lowering her stance and pleasing the Young Master of the Profound Yin Demon Sect, even becoming a concubine was better than randomly finding a Core Formation Cultivator.
Who would have thought, it turned out to be a road of no return.
...
More than half a month later.
An area of the Outer Sea filled with numerous islands.
"Master, according to Mistress’s information, this Thunder Jiao has three lairs. We have already investigated the other two lairs.
But the island with the third lair was found to contain a Tier Three Early Stage Profound Water Turtle."
In the market on an island, Lin Chang’an sat in a restaurant listening to the report from his Sword Servant, and couldn’t help but frown slightly.
Tier Three Early Stage Profound Water Turtle?
This made him frown and, at the same time, glance at this market.
The spiritual energy here is thin, and the owner of the island is merely a Fake Pill Cultivator who opened a market here to earn Spirit Stones to support his clan.
"Master, it is said that recently a few Core Formation Cultivators have also come to this market intending to hunt the Tier Three Great Demon."
With the Sword Servant reporting respectfully, Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but tap his fingers lightly on the table in contemplation.
It’s not uncommon for demon beasts to move their nests.
Especially demon beasts with high intelligence, who thoroughly understand the strategy of having many lairs like a cunning hare. Some demon beasts have up to a dozen lairs; they are extremely cunning.
"Could it be that we were unlucky this time and the Thunder Jiao has moved on."
Lin Chang’an couldn’t help but frown; there wasn’t a lack of Tier Three Late Stage Great Demon essence treasures in the pavilion. He had also vaguely probed before.
Although the response was very tactful, Lin Chang’an understood.
One reason is that he is not a member of Bihai Palace, and another is that he is not yet a Tier Three Upper Grade Array Master and hasn’t met the requirements of the Sixth Elder.
Such resource access isn’t open yet.
The essence of a Tier Three Late Stage Great Demon, especially those of the Jiao species, has immense value. Even at previous trade fairs, no one was willing to part with it."
Even if they did, under the watchful eyes of many, if Lin Chang’an were to exchange equivalent resources, it would provoke suspicion.
Therefore, if this Thunder Jiao slipped away, finding another Tier Three Late Stage Jiao Great Demon wouldn’t be easy.
"Let’s go, let’s take a stroll in the market first."
"Yes, Master."
The two of them walked front and back in the market, and Lin Chang’an observed the market.
Figures of Qi Refining Cultivators were everywhere on the market streets, with occasional Foundation Establishment Cultivators.
This scene made Lin Chang’an rarely relax; the feeling was reminiscent of the small place in the past.
Especially some local cultivators, in their joyful voices, were conducting their business at the stalls.
There were also young Qi Refining Cultivators accompanied by Female Cultivators, with tenderness apparent in their eyes.
After walking for half an hour with his Sword Servant, Lin Chang’an didn’t reap much except for some local-produced materials.
After all, not much could catch their eye now.
"Greetings, fellow cultivators."
Sure enough, while Lin Chang’an and the Sword Servant were browsing shops and selecting extremely precious items, they attracted the owner of the local market.
Upon seeing Lin Chang’an and the Sword Servant’s restrained aura, this Fake Pill Cultivator couldn’t discern anything and hurriedly approached them with a flattering demeanor.
"I am Yao Feng. I didn’t know fellow cultivators were coming; I’m truly embarrassed."
Isle Master Yao had a plain-looking middle-aged cultivator appearance, and at this moment, facing Lin Chang’an and the Sword Servant, he sighed inwardly.
This poor spiritual place hadn’t seen a Core Formation Cultivator in decades, and now they come one after another.
Daring his mere Fake Pill cultivation to provoke them, he could only humbly entertain them.
"Isle Master Yao, you’re too kind. My little sister and I are here upon hearing about a Tier Three Great Demon causing havoc in this place and came to investigate."
When Lin Chang’an arrived here, he had already changed his appearance.
Currently, he was dressed in a black warrior outfit, paired with the mo-pale outfit of the cold-looking Sword Servant, presenting a sibling-like appearance.
"So fellow cultivators came here for that creature."
Isle Master Yao showed an expression of understanding, then cheerfully invited them to the restaurant of the Yao family in the market to treat them and discuss the situation of the Tier Three Great Demon.
"Everything listens to elder brother."
Beside him, the Sword Servant nodded coldly, while Lin Chang’an also smiled and accepted the goodwill.
"Then thank you, fellow cultivator."
"No need for such politeness."
After a round of politeness, the three headed toward the restaurant of the Yao family in the market.
...
In the restaurant.
Isle Master Yao was very polite in his speech, and served the richest Spirit Wine and Spirit Flesh.
"Fellow cultivators may not know that the Profound Water Turtle suddenly appeared a few months ago. Some suspect that this demon beast is about to lay eggs.
Previously, three fellow cultivators had come, but each of them wished to monopolize the treasures, which lead to conflict and resulted in them not returning..."
Isle Master Yao shook his head and sighed as he spoke. He wouldn’t let others intervene if he wasn’t weak.
"In other words, the Profound Water Turtle at Tier Three Middle Stage might have weakened its power during the birthing period."
Lin Chang’an felt a bit puzzled.
Logically, demon beasts are extremely sensitive during their production period. Previously, there was a Tier Three Late Stage Thunder Jiao here; even if it abandoned the lair.
This ready-to-give-birth Tier Three Profound Water Turtle logically wouldn’t settle here.
This made Lin Chang’an frown secretly; it seemed suspicious.
After hearing Lin Chang’an’s doubts, Isle Master Yao smiled wryly and cupped his hands:
"I am weak and bear the responsibility of the rise and fall of my clan. It took so much to form a Fake Pill and I wouldn’t dare take risks lightly. The specific situation is unknown.
However, a few days ago, a Core Formation ally came here to seek information from me, and seems to be looking for support."
Lin Chang’an understood this point and nodded in response.
He has encountered many such cultivators, with outstanding talent and courage and continuous progress in cultivation.
But after finally producing a Core Formation Cultivator in the clan, there was no further breakthrough.
In conversation, Isle Master Yao seemed to notice Lin Chang’an’s good temper, cupped his hand somewhat awkwardly:
"Fellow cultivator, that ally was really strong, and might be coming to pursue the demon beast soon..."
His expression had the look of hesitation, but the meaning was clear.
There’s only one demon beast, but now there are two groups.
How will it be divided?
Besides, whether unpleasant incidents will occur?
These are uncertain factors.
After hearing this, Lin Chang’an showed a kind smile and nodded.
"Thank you, Yao fellow cultivator."
The message had been delivered, and Island Master Yao could tell everything he knew, and was relieved.
After this, it had nothing to do with him.
He didn’t do it out of kindness, but merely didn’t want to be involved.
"Since someone is ahead, my little sister and I don’t wish to cause trouble and won’t involve ourselves in this matter."
After a round of feasting, Lin Chang’an displayed caution, and did not arouse suspicion from the other party.
While the demon beast was still alive, whoever was stronger naturally took it.
However, there are some invisible rules in demon hunting.
For instance, if someone arrives first and doesn’t completely hide their intention to hunt.
And if Lin Chang’an came later and also wanted to, it would be best to join forces.
If not, it’s easy to create enmity.
Lin Chang’an naturally doesn’t want to blindly provoke conflicts.
Core Formation Cultivators are each more cautious than the other, only taking risks for extremely necessary spiritual objects related to their Dao Charts.
If not, the consequences are not important and they are very careful.
After the banquet, Lin Chang’an left smiling with his Sword Servant.
Isle Master Yao sighed after seeing the two leave.
"I hope there’s no dispute; someone else should deal with the demon beast to restore peace to the market."
He had long since passed the age of being overly ambitious. Having experienced so much in the ups and downs of the Immortal Cultivation Realm, he now only wanted to safely maintain the development of his clan.
...
On a remote island in the outer sea, the Sword Servant said gravely: "Master, are you suspecting something about this demon beast?"
"Whether there’s an issue doesn’t matter; now there’s someone to help us explore the way."
With a serene smile, Lin Chang’an looked into the distance.
Well, since we’re here, at least we should probe.
Moreover, I don’t have to act.