Chapter 284: Solid Preparations

Chapter 284: Solid Preparations

Chi Meng scrutinized Wang Xuan, astonished that a young man would dare show such intense hostility towards him. After all, the Hades Blood Sect was one of the strongest factions in the world beyond the veil.

The founder of the sect, Hades Blood, was a supreme figure in that realm, a true overlord. His disciples, all at the level of true immortals, were not to be trifled with lightly by many.

The top-notch experts among the immortals were among the few who wielded significant power in their respective realms.

The Hades Blood Sect's realm was not directly connected to the New World, but secret pathways linked different realms, and they were preparing to descend on this unique life-bearing planet.

"It's you!" Chi Meng realized. Someone had impersonated him days ago, acting arrogantly and plotting against Wang Xuan, leaving Chi Meng to bear the brunt of the blame.

Wang Xuan eyed him skeptically. Was this really the same person? It didn't seem so.

"Young friend Wang, I've been looking for you. I was framed, and we're natural allies in this situation. We should join forces to find and deal with our common enemy," Chi Meng hurriedly explained, laying out various suspicions and insisting he was not involved in the incident.

His emotional agitation was evident, the true bones wrapped in his blood-red figure trembling with rage as he vehemently denied any involvement.

"Did he also cross the veil to come here?" Wang Xuan asked.

"Yes!" Chi Meng nodded, eager to collaborate with Wang Xuan to hunt down the perpetrator.

Wang Xuan remained silent, unsure if Chi Meng was being framed or if there was a third party stirring trouble.

Chi Meng, on his part, probably hoped to use Wang Xuan's artifacts to eliminate his adversary. If they targeted the wrong person, they would simply continue the search, with Chi Meng planning to ally with Wang Xuan for the hunt.

"Let's join forces," Chi Meng suggested.

Wang Xuan looked at him calmly, replying, "We'll wait for the truth."

Chi Meng was at a loss for words. He had thought Wang Xuan, brimming with resentment, would eagerly join the hunt for the culprit. Instead, all he got was a non-committal response.

Chi Meng had hoped to use Wang Xuan as a tool to eliminate a formidable enemy first.

Wang Xuan said nothing more. He definitely wouldn't get involved, knowing that the real culprit was somewhere beyond the veil, although their name and faction remained unknown to him.

Both Wang Xuan and Chi Meng nodded in agreement, deciding to set aside their differences for the moment.

The conch horn sounded, echoing across the night sky, its Buddha light engulfing the Qin residence. Many heard the grand Buddhist chant, resonating with a profound spiritual force.

Nearby, Chen Yongjie, draped in a monk's robe and holding the conch, resembled an enlightened monk. Golden scriptures swirled around him, the symbols spreading across the void.

Chi Meng's eyes flickered with blood-red light, several times tempted to seize the Buddhist treasure. But ultimately, he restrained himself, recognizing that the conch was already partially refined.

"To think that someone in this era can still grasp the true essence of Buddhism," he shook his head in wonder.

The descendants of the immortals and the demon race looked on enviously but helplessly. The conch was perfectly in sync with Chen Yongjie, their golden symbols resonating in unison, deterring anyone from forcefully seizing it.

Chen Yongjie approached with the formidable weapon, exerting a significant deterrent effect on some.

Having confirmed that Earth Immortal Spring couldn't help transcendent beings survive the mythological decline, Wang Xuan planned to give away most of it soon, sharing with acquaintances.

Wang Xuan's visit to the Zhong family's secret repository was indeed astonishing. The array of ancient artifacts was staggering, with piles of artifacts from pre-Qin sorcerers, sacred items from Taoist ancestral temples, important Buddhist instruments, and various unknown ancient objects, including unique collections like coffins and well-preserved bodily remains of Bodhisattvas.

Upon entering, Wang Xuan maintained his focus, ignoring the strange artifacts and directly moving a dusty, grey pool.

The repository stirred with activity, but no one dared to extend their spiritual bodies, fearing their souls might be captured.

"Even with a physical body, facing this pool for too long is dangerous. They say it can send people to rebirth, but who knows where the souls it devours end up?"

Whispers echoed in the repository. Despite their envy, none interfered.

They knew the ashen pool was too perilous, not something ordinary individuals could handle. It was a divine item intended for supremely powerful beings.

"It's said that whoever takes the Pool of Reincarnation from the human world will meet an early demise."

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Wang Xuan now faced a major faction backed by an unparalleled powerhouse. He believed the more dangerous an item, the more reliable it could be in a crisis.

As Zhong Cheng accompanied Wang Xuan out of the secret repository area, they saw several young men and women in the distance. Among them, a particularly distinguished man exuded an air of immortal grace, engaging in lively conversation with Zhong Qing.

"That man is Cao Qingyu. He seems gentle and distinguished, but there's something off about his gaze. He appeared only yesterday and is here again today, always approaching my sister. Others seem to fear him, and he holds significant sway among the descendants of the immortals," Zhong Cheng shared.

"He does seem off. His spiritual energy is continuously expanding, subtly influencing how others perceive him," Wang Xuan noted.

Zhong Cheng grew concerned. "No wonder I feel he's agreeable up close but find his gaze invasive and alluring from a distance."

From afar, Wang Xuan flicked his finger, unleashing a burst of terrifying golden flames. A thunderous sound caught the attention of the superhuman beings, though ordinary people remained unaffected. The abrupt action drew Cao Qingyu's attention.

"Little Qing, is that your friend?" Cao Qingyu asked.

"Over here, Wang Xuan," Zhong Qing called out, waving him over.

"Don't use your spiritual realm to manipulate mortals, influencing their perceptions," Wang Xuan said calmly.

"So it's you. Interesting," Cao Qingyu nodded. His robust vitality and the faint aura of rosy clouds radiating from him exerted immense pressure on other superhuman beings.

This indicated that he was likely close to the transcendent Xiaoyao realm. Wang Xuan furrowed his brows, sensing that Cao Qingyu might be even stronger than Kong Yun.

Ordinary people were unable to see their energetic states and remained unaffected.

Kong Yun's single fingertip strike could send Huang Ming flying six or seven meters away. Currently, even without utilizing mystical treasures, no superhuman on earth could match this level of physical prowess.

"Let's meet again next time. I have some matters to attend to today," Cao Qingyu said with a smile, nodding at them before taking his leave.

Wang Xuan watched his departing figure, aware of Cao Qingyu's formidable strength. In a world where mystical treasures were destined to dim, individuals like him would become exceedingly dangerous.

"I'll come back in a few days," Wang Xuan also excused himself. With various issues emerging on New Star, and the intentions of those returning from behind the veil unclear, he had to prioritize surviving his immediate peril.

Subsequently, Wang Xuan discreetly visited several families, conducting a few transactions. He felt he was adequately prepared for whatever was to come, ready to see who would outmaneuver whom in this deadly game.