Recruit black physique to start practice in wasteland

Chapter 2585 Truly Capable

Hearing this, Han Li couldn't stand it anymore. "Isn't she young? She can figure it out herself."

"Those who look down on this and that, just like Qu Zhenzun, should figure out their own way of thinking."

"Wouldn't it be great if we could exchange ideas then?"

His attitude was intense, but True Venerable Yue Ran didn't respond. Instead, he said seriously, "Actually, it's also beneficial for you."

"The Hundred Friends Alliance is selling information in multiple cultivation circles, saying that Houde has developed a new path to exit the body."

“You can think of it as retaliation, but those guys made their fortunes by selling information, so it can’t be considered targeted.”

"But how they promote it is hard to say. For example, Houdejie decided not to spread it... That's normal!"

"How could we possibly keep it from spreading?" Han Li retorted instinctively. "Even if we had that idea, could we actually do it?"

The cultivation world is ultimately interconnected, and the fluidity of cultivators means that there can be no permanent secrets.

Yue Ran ignored his explanation, "If Xiao You can participate, the news will spread and Hou De's pressure will be greatly reduced."

Since Xiaoyou Zhenzun was born from all things, if she could participate in it, it would at least show that Houde is not very exclusive.

Secondly, there's her status. She has a True Lord as her master, so if she were to say a few words in support of Houde, the weight of her words would be absolutely different.

"Here we go again," Qu Jianlei shook his head helplessly. "When you're threatening someone, can't you come up with some new ideas?"

"You cultivators of the Three Realms have long coveted this, but you haven't been as blatant as the Merchant Alliance. Do you really think I don't know?"

The four camps at the entrance to the passage already knew the news, but the cultivators from the Three Realms remained relatively calm.

It's easy to imagine that they were also extremely envious, but they were even more aware of how strong Qu Zhenzun's sense of regionalism was.

That person's strong sense of collectivism was even greater than Ling Yun's—the latter still controlled Houde's power!
Not long ago, the cultivators of the Three Realms exchanged opinions and realized that it would be difficult to put pressure on Houde in unison.

Regarding the previous issue of the otherworldly share, they mainly put pressure on Lingyun—who was responsible for coordinating all matters related to otherworldly exploration.

As a major sect, Lingyun would comprehensively consider various factors, including its own interests and influence in the cultivation world beyond the realm.

However, the ideas related to the new path of astral projection were entirely in the hands of Qu Zhenzun.

As an individual, this person has zero interests outside the territory and a strong sense of boundaries. If pressure is applied inappropriately, it can easily escalate into a personal feud.

Knowledge, unlike otherworldly exploration, has a strong sense of privacy and is nominally protected by the cultivation world.

Among the cultivators of the Three Realms, there are also their own ulterior motives—who should be at the forefront of the joint pressure effort?

So each family should just work quietly and diligently, without expecting anyone to help them snatch chestnuts from the fire, and they themselves are not going to be the fools.

That's why True Venerable Yue Ran came specifically to plead on Xiao You's behalf; even if a deal is reached, it won't benefit those two families.

Upon hearing Qu Jianlei's words, Yue Ran Zhenzun glanced at him helplessly, sighed, and shook his head. As expected, they still couldn't reach an agreement.

But just as he was about to leave, Han Li stopped him and casually asked, "Don't you want to say anything?"

"What did I say?" Yue Ran retorted irritably. "Do I need to say anything more, like thank you for refusing?"

“If you leave with this attitude,” Han Li said calmly, “we won’t bother to verify anything if anything happens again.”

After a moment's thought, Yue Ran Zhen Zun suddenly realized what was going on, and an overwhelming anger welled up within her. "Are they comparing us to the Merchant Alliance?"

The merchant alliance, having gained an advantage, acted ungratefully and, in an attempt to resolve the matter once and for all, sent assassins to kill Qu Zhenzun, ultimately causing a huge mess.

But who is he? Putting aside everything else, at least his actions wouldn't be as despicable as those of the Business Alliance.

Han Li didn't say anything, just quietly looked at him.

Yue Ran Zhen Zun laughed in extreme anger, "Then what do you want me to do? Swear an oath just because I came to help inquire?"

“I didn’t say that,” Han Li said calmly, “I’m just reminding you that you should hope that Qu Zhenzun will be alright in the near future.”

"Hehe, that's really domineering," Yue Ran said, both amused and exasperated. "I've heard of your power before, but I've finally witnessed it for myself today."

Han Li did not answer, but continued to look at the other person indifferently.

Yue Ran Zhenzun turned around as if to leave, but after pausing for a moment, he still left directly.

However, the next moment, his divine sense transmitted a sentence: "I have come here only for friendly negotiations, and heaven and earth can bear witness."

"You..." Qu Jianlei looked at Han Li with a wry smile, "You really know how to act..."

While Venerable Yue Ran's words weren't exactly an oath, they still involved cause and effect.

This time, even if he wasn't exactly a master of courting death, he was at least on the level of causing trouble—you can't bully the True Venerable like this!

"What do you know!" Han Li replied dismissively, "Not only does he avoid suspicion himself, but he also keeps his acquaintances in check. Isn't that a good thing?"

"...Fine," Qu Jianlei had no more temper. In any case, it was for his own good, wasn't it?

However, he felt it was not very meaningful. Although Yue Ran had left behind the cause and effect, she might not be willing to talk about such a shameful thing.

Since the cause and effect have already been established, as long as he can ensure that he does not do anything wrong, what does it have to do with him as long as he does not do anything wrong?
Even a dignified True Venerable has some dignity.
However, what he didn't expect was that after Yue Ran returned to the camp, she actually spread the word and said that Han Li was going too far.

When the message came back, Han Li didn't care—he had already pressured the other party, so he couldn't stop them from complaining.

The fact that the message was sent out can at least have some restraining effect.

Upon hearing this news, Baiqiao couldn't help but shake his head, both amused and exasperated. "This... is really something else."

Just then, Elder Youjian arrived for a visit. Upon hearing this, he couldn't help but sigh, "Youth is truly wonderful, and it saves us a lot of trouble!"

As the leader of Houde, Lingyun naturally didn't want the cultivation world outside the realm to obtain a new path too early, which was indeed more convenient.

However, Baiqiao's dilemma is that "information dissemination within the region should also be considered in stages!"

Once the distribution is done in batches, those within the Lingyun system and its closer allies will definitely be the first wave, and then the message will gradually spread outwards.

Normally, Elder Youjian would definitely support his idea—he was just conservative, not anti-sectarian.

But he didn't want to wait for this. "Hasn't the other world been notified yet?"

“Many True Venerables cannot return for the time being,” Baiqiao replied unhurriedly. “We are considering whether to have them designate Nascent Soul cultivators to replace them.”

"How could this be?" Elder Youjian categorically denied. "If it were me, having a Nascent Soul cultivator come to listen to a lecture would be an absolute insult!"

“That’s why I have a headache,” Baiqiao said, rubbing his forehead in annoyance. “I’ve already asked the envoy to help me put in a good word.”

"Hmm?" Youjian's eyes lit up. "That person... is willing to move?"

“How would I know?” Baiqiao sighed. “Such an important matter… sigh, it was that guy who caused all this trouble!”

A few days later, news suddenly came that the True Venerables of the Upper Goodness Realm and the Mountain and Water Realm had also visited True Venerable Qu one after another.

Their demands are the same; they hope to hear about new approaches.

Unsurprisingly, they were also rejected. Qu Jianlei emphasized again: at least in the short term, it is impossible.

However, what followed was a bizarre turn of events: both companies actually offered to ask questions, and their sincerity was beyond questioning.

After the two groups of people left, Qu Zhenzun and Han Li looked at each other in bewilderment.

After a long pause, Qu Jianlei finally sighed softly, "Has your reputation gotten this bad?"

"It's your reputation!" Han Li couldn't help but roll her eyes. "You were the one who was more ruthless, what does it have to do with me!"

"Tch," Qu Jianlei was too lazy to argue with him, thinking to himself, you even dare to snatch a Nascent Soul level treasure, what have I done?
The two originally thought they would just have to wait patiently for Lingyun Sect to make arrangements.

Unexpectedly, five days later, a Lingyun disciple returned from another world, bringing with him Qingkong's token.

The Great Protector stated that the demigod-like human-faced bee was extremely rampant and had attacked cultivator teams multiple times.

The Zerg world is currently in a tense situation, and the cultivators hope that Houde can send elite troops to provide support.

Baiqiao was completely helpless and personally went to the place where Qu Jianlei fixed the spiritual vein.

He hoped that Qu Zhenzun and Han Li would go together, and was willing to pay the former five guardian rules first.

If the divided human-faced bee can be dealt with, two more Creation Rules will be paid afterward.

As for the reward for the latter, he also communicated with him privately using divine sense.

Han Li said he didn't care, but it depended on Qu Zhenzun's opinion, while Qu Jianlei said he wanted to fix the spiritual vein.

“It’s a minor matter, Lingyun will handle it for you,” Baiqiao said without hesitation. “There’s definitely no hidden agenda. Who can keep it from you?”

It's true that those with profound backgrounds are different; the things that Qu Zhenzun and the other two have been busy with are described so casually in his words.

Qu Jianlei was still a little hesitant. In fact, besides fixing the spiritual vein, Jing Yuexin was also about to start her seclusion.

Meanwhile, Dorgon should already be in seclusion, and the results should be in about fifty years.

However, Qu Jianlei did not want to mention these two things, as that would easily expose his weakness.

Seeing his hesitation, Han Li spoke up, "Even if you go, you'll only stay for five years at most... One guardian per year, isn't that reasonable?"

“Sure,” Baiqiao answered without hesitation. “Five years is enough time for me to contact the one who is in seclusion.”

Actually, it wasn't a seclusion at all; it was just that the Great King was too distracted to bother with anyone.

Baiqiao also hoped that the two of them could contact Wenxian and go together, since that person's array skills were truly extraordinary.

This shows that even if he has a hundred tricks up his sleeve, there are still things he can't foresee.

If he had participated in the previous battle, he would naturally know the level of Qu Zhenzun's formation skills.

However, Han Li flatly refused, saying that Wen Xian was basically living in seclusion, and that the two of them plus Jin Ge would be enough.

He then said that it would be best to send someone to stabilize the spiritual vein as soon as possible, because the sooner they arrive, the sooner we can leave.

Ultimately, everyone's time is precious, so there's no need to drag things out.

(Updated to: Calling for monthly tickets, subscriptions, and recommendation votes.)