Cultivation Starts from Farming-Chapter 492 - 265: Scheming

When Wan Junhao saw the elder, he quickly bowed respectfully, his face fully displaying humility.

"Senior, Li Feiyu did not fall for the trap."

Wan Junhao lowered his head and recounted the whole sequence of events in detail.

"This person is rather cautious!"

The white-haired elder’s expression was calm, his tone steady, "Never mind, he’s merely a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator, can’t stir up much trouble, doesn’t pose too great a threat!"

After a brief pause, the white-haired elder continued:

"According to the information from our association, the Miao family’s talented young disciple, Miao Wanqian, is preparing to break through to the Golden Core Realm. I believe Miao Jun is trying to acquire the spiritual objects needed for Core Formation on his behalf."

As he spoke, the elder’s gaze suddenly shot towards Wan Junhao, his eyes carrying an unmistakable tone of command,

"You go and poison him; he must not successfully enter the Golden Core Realm."

"Poison?"

Wan Junhao’s face turned deathly pale instantly, his heart full of panic.

He hurriedly said, "Senior, this is absolutely unacceptable! Once the poisoning is discovered, I will surely be doomed!"

At this moment, cold sweat was streaming down his forehead, and his hands involuntarily clenched tightly.

Miao Wanqian, being an outstanding disciple of the Miao family, though Wan Junhao had been in the Purple Mountain Association for many years, he usually had little interaction with him.

Moreover, it was the critical moment for Miao Wanqian to break through to the Golden Core, so Miao Jun must be giving him his full attention, focusing entirely on him.

To poison him under such circumstances is akin to seeking death.

"This is a slow-acting poison, colorless and tasteless, specifically used to damage another’s foundation."

"This is a treasure that our association purchased at great effort, even an early-stage Golden Core cultivator would find it difficult to detect the subtleties within."

The white-haired elder explained with a calm demeanor,

"You just need to quietly administer the poison and immediately leave Hundred Spirit Mountain, ensuring that no one notices. Even if he realizes it later, there would be no way to trace it back to you."

Although his tone remained calm, his eyes subtly revealed a trace of ruthless decisiveness.

Wan Junhao’s heart was caught in intense conflict, hesitating for a long time.

On one hand, he held great reverence for the elder before him, fully aware that his life and fortune were completely controlled by this person, any opposition and his end would surely be dire.

On the other hand, he also knew well that the risk of poisoning was enormous, and once discovered, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Ultimately, under the overwhelming threat of the white-haired elder, Wan Junhao gritted his teeth, took a deep breath, and reluctantly agreed.

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...

In a deep cavern within Cangyue Mountain.

Whoosh... Fierce winds roared into the cave, intersecting with sharp Sword Qi.

Brilliant sword lights rapidly flashed across the empty land in the center of the cave, dazzling to the eye.

Upon closer inspection, it was Xu Ping practicing swordsmanship with full concentration.

He held the sword in one hand, his wrist lightly shaking, making the magical treasure wooden sword swiftly dart out like an agile snake, accompanied by a sharp wind sound.

In an instant, the wooden sword traversed back and forth through the air at an astonishing speed, leaving faint, blurred light trails in its wake.

It seemed as if the very air in the space had been completely disturbed by the sharp, swift movement of the sword, presenting a slightly distorted and peculiar spectacle.

After an hour, Xu Ping withdrew his sword, standing at ease as the cave gradually returned to tranquility.

As usual, he tapped open the proficiency panel.

[Wind Night Sword Skill Minor Achievement: 738/800]

...

"Finally, it’s almost perfected!"

Seeing the progress on the panel, Xu Ping couldn’t help but curl a delighted smile at the corner of his mouth.

At the current rate of practice, with sixty-two proficiency points remaining, it’s estimated that it’ll be completed in about three months.

"I wonder if breaking through to perfection in the Wind Night Sword Skill will bring any breakthrough or change to my Sword Dao realm?"

Just as Xu Ping was immersed in contemplation, a slight sound came from the entrance of the cave.

He turned to look and saw Water Lake Mouse running over with a flattering expression, greeting eagerly, "Master."

"Hmm."

Xu Ping nodded slightly in acknowledgment, then asked, "Have you got the details on Wan Junhao?"

"Yes, Master,"

Water Lake Mouse nodded quickly, its face full of ingratiating smiles, then went on to tell Xu Ping everything he had learned in detail.

"Poison?"

"Miao Wanqian?"

Listening to Water Lake Mouse’s detailed account, Xu Ping contemplated thoughtfully.

As expected, just as he had anticipated earlier, Wan Junhao had already aligned with, or more precisely put, was being subjugated by the Ten Thousand Dragons Commerce Association.

However, he had not imagined that so swiftly after failing in their plan targeting him, Ten Thousand Dragons Commerce Association would shift their focus to Miao Wanqian.

Miao Wanqian, although Xu Ping had little contact with him in ordinary days, he was well-aware of his renowned name.

This person’s talent was extraordinary and truly unparalleled, having successfully broken through to the Foundation Establishment Perfection stage at not yet ninety years old.

He was regarded as the top Golden Core potential candidate within the entire Purple Mountain Association.

Back when Miao Jun appeared at the auction, it was precisely to seek the precious spiritual objects needed for Core Formation for this talented disciple.

If Miao Wanqian were to face misfortune, it would undoubtedly be a heavy blow to the entire Purple Mountain Association.

"This indeed grows more intriguing!" A gleam of interest flickered in Xu Ping’s eyes.

Although with his current capabilities, he was fully confident in preventing this from happening, he decided not to intervene.

Firstly, given his exhibited cultivation of late-stage Foundation Establishment, noticing Wan Junhao’s secret alliance with Ten Thousand Dragons Commerce Association and knowing their intent to poison Miao Wanqian was extraordinarily difficult.