Chapter 554: Chapter 163: Farewell, Wang Erniu!

Zhou Xun and True Monarch Tianci had long been waiting outside,

Upon seeing True Monarch Pill Origin emerge, they immediately went up to greet him!

Noticing the elderly man’s somewhat awkward expression, Zhou Xun couldn’t help but feel a twinge of anxiety.

"Could it be that the refining failed?"

If that’s the case, he would be in a tough spot since collecting the materials for a Nascent Soul Pill was an immense stroke of luck this time.

To gather another set, he really didn’t have the confidence.

"Daoist Brother, how is it?" True Monarch Tianci had a bad premonition but still asked.

Upon hearing this, True Monarch Pill Origin gave an awkward smile, then took out the jade bottle from his hand, saying:

"There were some unforeseen issues!"

"But it’s not too bad, three pills were formed, two of which are genuine, and one is inferior!"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Xun immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

For him, two Nascent Soul Pills were sufficient,

One for the main body and one for the avatar,

As for that inferior pill, it’s not an issue. With the Spring Condensation Scripture in hand, as long as enough spirit medicine essence is extracted,

It can be upgraded to a genuine or even premium pill at any time.

True Monarch Tianci laughed heartily:

"Daoist Brother, you frightened me to death, forming three pills, two of which are genuine, is indeed a success!"

"Forming two genuine pills already surpasses most alchemy masters!" Zhou Xun added.

Since the deed was done and there were two genuine pills which met Zhou Xun’s requirements, he naturally had no objections.

Besides, he might need to seek help from this person in the future, so he reversed the situation to offer comfort.

Upon hearing this, True Monarch Pill Origin’s face looked much better, and then he handed the elixir to Zhou Xun,

"Brother Zhou, today was indeed my oversight; otherwise, forming three genuine pills wouldn’t have been an issue!"

Seeing Zhou Xun and the other’s reaction, he felt even more ashamed,

Paused for a moment, and then spoke:

"Perhaps this round of alchemy should be not counted. Next time, if you need any elixir refined, just ask!"

"This... then many thanks, Daoist Brother!" Seeing True Monarch Pill Origin’s insistence, Zhou Xun naturally agreed.

However, if there truly were a next time needed from True Monarch Pill Origin, Zhou Xun certainly wouldn’t come empty-handed.

After they left, they talked about the path of cultivation.

Perhaps out of guilt, True Monarch Pill Origin shared much insight about Nascent Soul Formation, benefiting Zhou Xun greatly.

They stayed until evening, when True Monarch Pill Origin finally departed.

...

Inside the room, Zhou Xun patted his Storage Bag and took out the three Nascent Soul Pills.

Removing the bottle stopper, a fragrance emitted, lingering under Zhou Xun’s nose.

Zhou Xun instinctively took a breath, feeling invigorated,

His Divine Sense and Mana seemed to be significantly enhanced!

Poured into his palm and saw,

On the shiny white pill surface, streaks of Spirit Charm flowed, appearing extraordinary.

"Truly worthy of being the best spiritual object to aid in Nascent Soul Formation, it’s indeed extraordinary!" Zhou Xun praised,

Then properly stored these pills back into the Storage Bag.

As for the purification, Zhou Xun planned to do it before consumption!

"Now that the Nascent Soul Pill issue is resolved, the next step is to upgrade the Profound Thunder Sword to the high-grade level, then retreat once again,"

"To strive to reach the Peak Core Formation and break through to Nascent Soul as soon as possible!"

.....

The next morning, Zhou Xun left True Monarch Tianci’s Cave Mansion to visit Wang Erniu.

Since he left Celestial Talisman Island years ago, Wang Erniu had been cultivating near Sea Suppression Immortal City,

He later joined the human army, leading a small team against the Demon Race.

"I wonder if Erniu is in his Cave Mansion!" Zhou Xun thought to himself.

The place where Wang Erniu lived was also in the Inner City, not far from True Monarch Tianci, and within a quarter of an hour, Zhou Xun had arrived.

Looking at the tightly closed door before him, Zhou Xun took out a Sound Transmission Talisman, whispered a few words, and then sent it into the Cave Mansion, disappearing in a flash of firelight.

Within moments, the door to the Cave Mansion opened,

Out walked a young man with a simple and honest look, none other than Wang Erniu, whom he hadn’t seen in years,

At this moment, his cultivation had reached the Middle-Stage Core Formation, and he was as sharp as a sky-piercing sword, extremely formidable!

"It seems this Human-Demon War has made Erniu like a fish in water here!"

At this moment, Zhou Xun had removed his disguise, returning to his original appearance.

Zhou Xun appearing outside his own Cave Mansion made Wang Erniu overjoyed, looking at his long-lost big brother, extremely excited:

"Big Brother... it’s really... really you!"

Wang Erniu approached Zhou Xun and took hold of his arm.

"When did you come to Central Continent?"

"Haha, Erniu, it’s been decades, I didn’t expect you’ve already become a Middle-Stage Core Formation Cultivator, it seems the South Sea Cultivation Realm is indeed the place for you!"

Zhou Xun laughed heartily.

"All of this is thanks to you, big brother. If you hadn’t brought me here, Erniu might have grown old in the Eastern Wilderness, and I wouldn’t be where I am today!"

Then, Wang Erniu gave a deep bow to Zhou Xun,

"Alright, we’re brothers, no need for such courtesy, let’s go inside and chat!"

Then Zhou Xun strode in as if into his own Cave Mansion, given his relationship with Wang Erniu, there was no need for so much formality.

Once inside the door, a rich Spiritual Qi enveloped him,

"This is... Tier Four concentration of Spiritual Qi!"

Looking inside, the pavilion and terraces were like a miniature garden, with much charm.

"It seems your status in Sea Suppression Immortal City is quite something, having such a Cave Mansion!"

Zhou Xun couldn’t help but marvel that Wang Erniu, who was only a Core Formation Cultivator, had a Cave Mansion of such high standards, usually only owned by Nascent Soul Cultivators,

It seems Wang Erniu has some unknown encounters.

"Not to hide from you, Big Brother, after arriving in Sea Suppression Immortal City, I apprenticed under a mentor. It’s because of the Master’s care that I have such a Cave Mansion!"

Wang Erniu answered,

"Master, who might this True Monarch be?" Being able to offer such treatment to Wang Erniu, he was certainly no ordinary person!

"My Master is True Monarch Nine Swords!" Wang Erniu replied!

"It turned out to be him!" Zhou Xun was surprised!

True Monarch Nine Swords, the Second Elder of the Taibai Sword Sect, a core sect within the Celestial Dao Alliance, with Middle-Stage Nascent Soul Cultivation!

Although he was only at the Middle-Stage, his true combat power was no less than that of an ordinary Late-Stage Nascent Soul Cultivator,

More importantly, he was not yet five hundred years old, reputed to be the most likely future challenger of True Monarch Yama, the First Cultivator of Central Continent.

However, it was rumored he was very aloof, never taking in disciples,

And it was unknown how Wang Erniu caught his eye.

"So, it’s Elder Nine Swords; Erniu has good fortune!" Zhou Xun couldn’t help but marvel!

He felt that this Wang Erniu was the main character of this world, his life was even more legendary than his!

With the Spring Condensation Scripture in hand, he could barely surpass him by a hair.

"It was luck!"

"On that day during the Human-Demon battle, I was on the battlefield slaying a Tier Three High-Grade Great Demon, unexpectedly I was targeted by a Tier Four Great Demon!"

"Fortunately, Master was nearby and saved me. After testing my Sword Dao skills, he took me under his wing!" Wang Erniu explained.