Yinshan Record

Chapter 125: Taking Chestnuts from the Fire
Wuzhiqi stirred up a demonic wind and soon arrived at the Azure Heaven Palace. Looking at the palace before him, which was filled with layers of lightning, he felt somewhat embarrassed.

Good heavens, I've gone in the wrong direction with that charge.

Bearing the title of God of the Huai River, he was naturally a man who could take things in stride. Without much hesitation, he stirred up a demonic wind and flew off to the other side.

As he passed by Su Che and the others again, he couldn't help but mutter a sentence.

"Please excuse me, please excuse me. I've gone the wrong way. Don't worry, everyone. I'll take you out once I've refined this treasure. Hahahaha."

The little fox watched his retreating figure as he rode the raging wind and cursed fiercely, "You little water monkey, you've got what you deserve!"

“Good sister, wait until you reach the fifth rank before we compare our strengths. Right now, the most important thing is to transform into human form, instead of being covered in fur and horns.”

"Sister is so eloquent, it seems that she spends all her time scheming against these people. It must be very tiring."

Su Che glanced at the two of them, seemingly wanting to say something but then stopping himself.

Sometimes, even when people are in the same situation, they can't understand each other's feelings.

Su Che felt that the little fox and Gu She were essentially the same kind of people, but people of this kind would never like their own kind.

The little fox's shrewdness is quite straightforward, while Gu She's shrewdness is very subtle.

But this shrewdness is common to all.

"Let's follow them. After all, this is an ancient relic. If anything happens, we can help each other out."

Su Che decided to play the role of an honest and kind person, implying that Wuzhiqi might not be able to obtain the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden so easily.

The three followed the spiritual garden where the essence of Yi wood gathered towards the Eastern Palace, and soon arrived at the magnificent hall.

The air was filled with the warmth of spring. Gu She and the little fox marveled at the grandeur of the immortal ruins, while Su Che's eyes were fixed on Wu Zhiqi, who was climbing the nine golden steps toward the Nine True Thrones of Donghua.

The water monkey endured the pressure and climbed upwards step by step. With each step it took, its body shrunk by three points.

His clothes were already stained with blood, and the pressure above the golden steps was tearing his body apart little by little. If it weren't for the unique mystery of the Eight-Nine Yuan Technique, which gradually replenished his innate energy, Wuzhiqi would have already collapsed on these nine golden steps.

The Donghua Nine True Seats are the central hub of the entire Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden, and the golden steps in front of the platform are the last layer of defense protecting this hub. Each step adds a layer of pressure.

Wuzhiqi did not have an easy time on this path.

This is exactly what I wanted.

Su Che looked at Wu Zhiqi. Even with the resilience of this person's physical body, it was still so difficult for him to take these few steps. Su Che could feel more at ease when he sat on the throne of the Nine True Ones of Donghua.

"The Eight-Nine Yuan Technique is ever-changing and can lead to physical sainthood. It truly deserves to be called an ancient masterpiece that inherits the lineage of martial arts and Confucianism."

Gu She praised him.

After much effort, Wuzhiqi finally stood on the ninth golden step, where the jade throne surrounded by dragons and snakes was right in front of him.

"The universe never keeps track of years; a thousand years pass in the blink of an eye. I'll raise my staff and ask the Lord of the East, 'Who sits here today?'"

Wuzhiqi laughed loudly, recited a doggerel, and slammed his buttocks hard onto the Donghua Jiuzhen throne, pouring his magical power into the jade throne without restraint.

Gu She frowned slightly, and there seemed to be resentment in the little fox's eyes, while Su Che had a sense of smug satisfaction.

It's time.

With a thought, Su Che caused the void within the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden to change once more.

Young Master Su is hardly a kind person; there are only two things he has done throughout his life.

Find a fool to assume the title of Lord of the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden, and seal the troublesome Huang Kou and Yan Bixing within the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden.

Since Wuzhiqi is willing to be the master of the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden, let him take on this title.

The dilapidated Mahavira Hall, where the Vairocana Buddha statue had long been reduced to rubble in the previous battle, was filled with different feelings amidst the broken tiles and bricks.

The little fox felt a deep sense of loss, like the hen that had been within its grasp flying away.

At that time, my aunt was still alive, and the Qingdi Treasure Garden was located in this withered forest Zen temple. The monk named Wuhua took the lead, and the water monkey swept the tail.

I went through all that trouble to take a walk around, only to find it all just a lively and bustling scene.

Isn't that a hardship?

The little fox secretly resolved that after returning to the East Sea, it would definitely seek guidance from the patriarchs and improve its cultivation, so that it would never again be a dispensable spectator like this.

Gu She thought about it even more deeply. After careful consideration, she realized that today's operation was one of the few missions she had never failed since joining the Zhongshan Society.

Ten years have passed since he joined the association, and he has only succeeded a handful of times. Moreover, most of his successes have occurred recently. The mystery behind this has made the newly born nobleman of Daliang ponder deeply.

There was one more thing: Gu She glanced at Wu Zhiqi silently.

This water monkey received the Eight-Nine Yuan Technique from Zhongyuan, making its body strong and capable of countless transformations. Its only shortcoming is that it is somewhat lacking in lethality.

He had always been evenly matched with Wuzhiqi, and now that he had acquired the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden, he had filled a gap in his abilities.

With the balance of power shifting, not counting the maiden who never lifts a finger, this water monkey can be considered the number one in the sect.

"Congratulations, Brother Wu, on obtaining this Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden."

Su Che stepped forward and offered his congratulations, saying, "Brother Wu, your divine power is unparalleled. I will have to rely on you a lot in the future."

"Oh, no problem, no problem."

Wuzhiqi agreed verbally, but his mind was focused on Gushe.

Within the Taiyi Ximu Divine Forbidden Zone, I lost a great deal of vital energy, and later, in order to refine the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden, I also expended a great deal of effort.

I am only twenty paces away from this little vixen. If she suddenly attacks me to kill me and seize the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden, I will surely defeat her within those twenty paces.

Wuzhiqi pondered the current situation, but felt somewhat anxious.

Even though I have the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden in my hands, why can't I sense it no matter what I do?
He glanced left and right, wondering if something had changed.
The little fox is the first to be eliminated.

This little girl was the first to come to Kulin Temple. At that time, she was with that old monster. If they had subdued Qingdi Baoyuan, they would have taken her directly to the East Sea. They would never have plotted against me.

Is it really that boring?

As for Gushe, Wuzhiqi glanced at the fairy Gushe, whose plain clothes were covered with dust.

I kept a close eye on her the whole time, so she never had the chance.

Could it be this kid...?

Wuzhiqi stared at Feng Xi, who was offering his congratulations with clasped hands, and immediately abandoned this ridiculous idea.

In terms of cultivation, this kid is mediocre, and he was the last to arrive. Could he possibly refine the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden within the Taiyi Wood-Splitting Divine Restriction?
It seems there must be something wrong with this treasure.

Is it related to Huang Kou and those demons and monsters with impaired eyes?

Wu Zhiqi's thoughts wandered, and he suddenly remembered some ancient anecdotes he had previously investigated, which made him feel a little frightened.

But he quickly calmed down.

With some time and effort, the truth will eventually come to light.

"Brother Wu, you still need to be careful," Su Che advised. "It's best not to let anyone discover that such a rare treasure has fallen into your hands, otherwise it will become a breeding ground for endless trouble. Let me make this clear: I would rather die than say that you are the master of the Azure Emperor's Treasure Garden."

Wuzhiqi looked at Feng Xi; this man's honesty seemed almost fake.

Are all prestigious sects filled with such hypocrites?
“I’m not that bored, but with your personality, I dare say that in a few days the whole world will know that you are the master of the Azure Emperor’s Treasure Garden.”

The little fox crossed its arms.

"I will definitely inform the Censorate of this news."

Gu She said directly, "Otherwise, those imperial censors who hunted you down won't be able to come back."

Now that Wuzhiqi has the Qingdi Baoyuan in his hands, it's best not to send the Imperial Censor Xingyou to add dishes. He should find a way to send a message to the Crown Prince. It seems that we need to get Su Gong of the Imperial Horse Administration to make a move.

Wuzhiqi pondered for a while.

"Whatever, I have the ability to do anything, let it spread if it gets out."

As they were talking, they were suddenly pulled by a force, and the world before their eyes blurred once again.

The source of this attraction, however, was the talisman on her arm.

During this Mid-Autumn Festival, Su Che looked north, staring intently.
The scene before him changed, and when Su Che looked up again, he found himself in a room in the county government office.

(End of this chapter)