Chapter 735: Chapter 637: Unexpected Gains, Two Forms Sect (Combined Chapter)_2

"I was wondering before, how a mere loose cultivator could accomplish things even you couldn’t?"

"Indeed." As Lu Ziyun did not shy away from the black-armored cultivator, he also joined the conversation,

"Junior Brother Shen is exceptionally talented, ranking among the top in my sect’s millennia-long history. Please don’t let this matter dishearten you."

"It won’t." Shen Ao said proudly, "But I admit this person does have some skill."

He was much more cautious now and refrained from saying anything derogatory about Lou Yi.

At this moment, Xin Zhiqi and Jin Tingfeng publicly bowed to Lou Yi: "Thank you, Fellow Daoist Liu, for saving us."

Seeing this, Shen Ao and others quickly followed suit, expressing their gratitude.

Lou Yi waved it off dismissively, "We all face hardships together, no need to thank me."

Seeing Lou Yi’s magnanimity, Xin Zhiqi’s eyes revealed a trace of obvious admiration.

Shen Ao felt inexplicably uncomfortable and loudly said, "Fellow Daoist Liu saved me, Shen Ao. I’ve always repaid kindness; what do you need, Fellow Daoist Liu?"

Whether it be heavenly materials and earthly treasures or cultivation techniques and magic treasures, I’ll spare no effort to acquire it for you!"

While Xin Zhiqi showed no reaction to his words, Lu Ziyun cast a look of admiration his way, swelling Shen Ao’s vanity.

At this point, according to convention, Lou Yi should refuse again.

But this time, he thought carefully before speaking: "I’ve heard there’s a treasure in the True Blood Sect’s treasury called the Five-colored Lingzhi.

I’m wondering if Fellow Daoist Shen could help me acquire it. I can purchase it with Spirit Stones and wouldn’t want you to suffer any loss."

The Five-colored Lingzhi is crucial for promoting the Third Level of the Breathing Technique.

Lou Yi’s current Third Level of the Breathing Technique is still stuck at the proficient level, causing the cultivation of martial arts to proceed slowly, accumulating only a little every ten days.

Even when reaching the later stages of Martial Saint, it will take over ten years, let alone the Martial Saint pinnacle.

And only by cultivating to the pinnacle of Martial Saint can he plan to breakthrough to the next major realm.

Therefore, he is determined to obtain the Five-colored Lingzhi.

Upon hearing this, Shen Ao was somewhat taken aback.

Originally, he was just bragging and making polite talk, but he didn’t expect Lou Yi to take him seriously.

Importantly, Lou Yi wasn’t asking for it as a gift, willing to purchase it at market value.

But this Five-colored Lingzhi is valuable, and even with his connections, it’s difficult to obtain.

Feeling Xin Zhiqi’s gaze upon him, Shen Ao felt immense pressure. Clenching his teeth, he resolutely said, "It’s an easy matter. When does Fellow Daoist Liu need it?"

"As soon as possible."

"Alright, once we reach the Fogless District, I’ll contact the sect and have someone deliver it!" Having agreed to Lou Yi, Shen Ao was swift and decisive.

He decided no matter the cost, he’d get the Five-colored Lingzhi for Lou Yi.

Given his status as a Golden Core seed in the sect, achieving this isn’t considered difficult, albeit it requiring considerable resources.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Shen!" Lou Yi was overjoyed.

Upon looking again at Shen Ao, this superior cultivator appeared much more agreeable.

Afterward, the group continued toward Fangsu District.

The six of them reformed into two columns.

Lou Yi and Xin Zhiqi walked side by side in the front.

Jin Tingfeng, Shen Ao, Lu Ziyun, and the black-armored cultivator surnamed Cao walked in another column behind them.

"Fellow Daoist Liu, the closer I get to you, the denser the fog around you becomes..." Xin Zhiqi’s voice was like a mountain stream, refreshing and pleasing.

Meanwhile, her beautiful eyes were fixed intently on Lou Yi.

"Fairy Xin jests; I am but a wandering practitioner without a faction, what secrets could I possibly have?"

Being looked at with a hint of admiration by such a beauty, Lou Yi’s expression remained calm, offering no response.

Behind them, Shen Ao remained silent, his eyes firmly fixed ahead.

Seeing this, Lu Ziyun, concerned about her beloved, spoke again: "Daoist Brother Shen, I didn’t expect that after just one ordeal, your cultivation had another breakthrough.

It seems you’re not far from the Fourth Layer of the Spirit Platform, right?

It appears that even without relying on Heaven and Earth Wonders, you can soon breakthrough to the Fourth Layer."

Their attention shifted to Shen Ao.

They discovered Shen Ao’s aura had indeed escalated since before; between life and death lies great fear, but also great breakthroughs.

The black-armored cultivator surnamed Cao also chimed in, "That’s right, Junior Brother Shen is indeed the first prodigy of our sect in thousands of years. What is breaking through the Fourth Layer?

His goal is the Fifth Layer, the Sixth Layer, and even higher, then onto charging for the Golden Core.

Junior Brother Shen has lofty goals, and even if there are temporary setbacks or calamities, they are just part of the tempering on the road to the Golden Core."

"Ahem, Senior Brother Cao, you’re too kind. The path to the Golden Core is incredibly difficult, and I’ve only taken a small step." Shen Ao said modestly, his expression looking better.

Indeed, no matter how formidable Red Hero is, he is still a wandering practitioner, seeing his future path clearly.

He might manage to obtain one or two Heaven and Earth wonders, but the chances of Core Formation are slim.

Shen Ao is different, though. With the True Blood Sect’s full resources and his exceptional talent, his chances of Core Formation far exceed those of this loose cultivator.

’Why should I concern myself with him?’ Shen Ao thought, feeling he belonged to a different level, not meant to compete with Lou Yi.

If Fairy Xin has the insight, she will eventually recognize who the true dragon is.

Hearing this, Lou Yi and Xin Zhiqi exchanged a glance, both seeing the helplessness in each other’s eyes.

Thinking that with these lively characters aiding their journey, it should be far from boring.

"In my opinion, Daoist Brother Shen has just passed fifty and has already reached the Third Level of the Spirit Platform.

Even compared to those top sects in the heart of Central Continent, like Taiyi Sect, Limitless Sword Sect, or Lotus Sect, he’s not inferior."

Seeing Shen Ao’s improved complexion, Lu Ziyun continued to boost the confidence of her beloved, truly thoughtful.