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Chapter 923 Ancient hidden mystery, brewing magic wine

Qin Ming had previously studied the recipe for that magical wine.

As for the demon core he used to brew the seventh-tier Great Dream Thousand Demon Wine, the seventh-tier demon core of the Night Owl Clan's fusion elder was more suitable, mainly because this demon core contained a trace of collateral true spirit bloodline.

Whether it's the inheritance of bloodline or the essence of demonic energy it contains.

It is much better than the demon core of the Azure Moon Sky Wolf Clan.

Chairman Ge was stunned for a long time before reluctantly closing the jade box and hesitatingly asking:

"Fellow Daoist Long is truly generous! You even managed to obtain a seventh-tier demon core. I am genuinely curious, did Fellow Daoist Long obtain this demon core from some ancient ruin?"

He didn't even consider the possibility that Qin Ming had killed a Nascent Soul cultivator.

That's just wishful thinking.

Qin Ming nodded in agreement, as this would save him a lot of trouble.

After receiving a positive answer, Chairman Ge seemed to have made up his mind.

He first cautiously raised his hand to set up an isolation barrier, then said to Qin Ming:

"I didn't expect Fellow Daoist Long to possess such a treasure, even a seventh-order demon core, which is a heaven-defying item. In that case, this transaction is not out of the question."

"However, I have another matter to ask Fellow Daoist Long for help with, which is to escort a batch of goods belonging to our Chamber of Commerce."

"This matter is extremely important to our chamber of commerce."

"Once things are settled, we can even promise Fellow Daoist Long the same opportunity and spiritual treasure. What do you think?"

……

Qin Ming was quite puzzled after hearing this.

Are those opportunities for fusion so easy to obtain?

The elders of Beidou Immortal City and Chairman Ge of the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce both insisted on inviting him to join this cargo escort mission.

And have a great chance to live.
What kind of goods could possibly warrant such a large-scale operation by the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce?

Judging from Chairman Ge's reaction, Qin Ming guessed that if Chairman Ge didn't agree, it would be unlikely that he could obtain the Nether Spring Water in exchange.

Therefore, he immediately asked, "I wonder what goods your esteemed chamber of commerce is transporting this time, and where they are going?"

"When I arrived in the Immortal City, Lord Feng mentioned this matter to me, but he didn't seem to know much more about it."

Chairman Ge smiled slightly and said, "Of course. This matter is of utmost importance and cannot afford to make any mistakes. Therefore, I have been extremely cautious and have not revealed any specific information to the outside world."

"Even if it's you, Fellow Daoist Long, all I can tell you right now is that the rewards and the risks are directly proportional."

"However, considering that Fellow Daoist Long can produce such a rare item as a seventh-order demon core, his vision is far superior to that of Feng Xuyu and his group. I, Ge, can reveal a little more."

"The destination of this shipment is not within the territory of our human race, but rather needs to go to the spiritual domain of the Void Spirit Clan and pass through the Sky Ridge Mountains occupied by the Demon Clan and the territory of the Sky Horn Clan. Therefore, it is quite dangerous. However, a powerful cultivator at the Integration Stage will lead the team."

"Fellow Daoist Long's cultivation has reached the perfection of the Void Refinement stage. Perhaps you could consider it. After all, there aren't many opportunities in the entire Spirit Realm to obtain such a Nascent Soul stage opportunity."

After Chairman Ge finished speaking, he waited quietly for Qin Ming's reply.

"So we're going through the territory of the demon race?"

Upon hearing the other party's words, Qin Ming immediately showed an incredulous expression. Just this one aspect alone reveals the extent of the danger involved.

Now facing a great calamity from alien races, with the demonic faction launching a massive invasion of human and demon races, wouldn't it be like walking into a trap if this were discovered?

President Ge seemed to have noticed Qin Ming's concerns and immediately explained to him, "Without a certain degree of certainty, our chamber of commerce would certainly not do such a crazy thing, but rather has a well-thought-out plan."

"To be honest, our Kowloon Chamber of Commerce actually opened up an extremely secret trade route a long time ago, which can pass through a section of the Demon Clan's spiritual domain. However, it is quite dangerous and requires powerful cultivators to escort it. This is mainly to prevent any unforeseen circumstances, as the chances of being discovered by the Demon Clan are almost nonexistent."

"On this point, Fellow Daoist Long need not doubt the capabilities of our Chamber of Commerce."

Upon hearing this, Qin Ming also showed a thoughtful expression. He did not doubt Chairman Ge's words. With the Nine Dragons Chamber of Commerce's influence throughout the Spirit Realm, opening up some secret routes and trade routes was naturally a piece of cake.

Otherwise, it would have been impossible to build such a large business empire.

However, even though the trade route is extremely secretive, crossing into the territory of the demon race still presents many unknown variables.

No wonder the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce is recruiting cultivators at the mid-stage of the Void Refinement realm or above to escort them.

Even so, Chairman Ge still did not reveal the contents of the escorted item, which suggests that it was by no means an ordinary item.

"They actually want to escort him to the Demon Clan's rear." After pondering for a long time, Qin Ming still felt it was too risky. With the entry in hand, he didn't necessarily have to brew this seventh-tier Great Dream Thousand Autumns Demon Wine.

"Do we really have to take this route? Can't we take a detour?"

Even with the opportunity to combine forces presented to him, he decided to maintain a steady and prudent approach and not take such a big risk.

So, just as he was about to refuse.

But then Chairman Ge took out a map, showed it to Qin Ming, and said, "Fellow Daoist Long, don't be in a hurry to refuse me. Take a look at this map first."

Qin Ming took the map jade slip and began to browse through it. The more he looked, the more astonished he became.

The contents recorded therein are the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce's secret supply transport route.

Surprisingly, several hidden demonic abysses were connected together, forming a long, interconnected route.

For the sections of road located on the ground, the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce also chose extremely remote locations.

One of the forks in the road leads near the demon race's spiritual domain, which is the key reason why Qin Ming suddenly changed his mind.

After all, his demonic infant spirit is now second only to the demon race, so if things go wrong, he can retreat to the demon race in time.

"What do you think after reading this, Fellow Daoist Long? The main issue is the tight schedule. The goods must be delivered to the Void Spirit Clan within six months. We've done the calculations, and only this secret route can reach them within the stipulated timeframe," Chairman Ge explained.

"I didn't even let Lord Feng of Beidou Immortal City see this map jade slip."

He was able to explain so much to an outsider like Qin Ming only because of Qin Ming's high level of cultivation.

A cultivator at the peak of the Void Refinement stage who can produce a seventh-tier demon core is no ordinary person; this speaks volumes.

Even Chairman Ge, as the manager of the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce branch, couldn't do that.

After reviewing the map and considering the route, Qin Ming realized that having a way out would significantly improve his safety.

He immediately decided, "In that case, it wouldn't hurt for me to go and see the Void Spirit Clan. However, the Nether Spring Water must be traded to my family first, otherwise, this matter is off the table."

When Chairman Ge saw that Qin Ming had finally agreed, a smile immediately appeared on his face. However, upon hearing the second half of Qin Ming's sentence, he froze and immediately explained:

"Regarding the transaction of the Nether Spring Water, I, Ge, also need to consult with the elders of the Chamber of Commerce. However, I assure Fellow Daoist Long that I will definitely try to secure it for you. Please wait a moment."

Qin Ming nodded in agreement.

'It seems the Nine Dragons Chamber of Commerce is quite formidable. This escort mission to the Void Spirit Clan is extremely important, and it will undoubtedly be led personally by a high-ranking elder at the Integration Stage.'

Subsequently.

After inviting Qin Ming to rest for a while, Chairman Ge left the shop without stopping and made several turns to arrive at a secluded cave in Beidou Immortal City.

After he released the communication talisman, the outer array barrier opened, and Chairman Ge cautiously stepped inside. A short while later...

He came to a pavilion with a babbling brook, where an old man in a yellow robe was enjoying the garden scenery and sipping tea alone.

This person's aura was completely integrated with the world, just like an ordinary person, yet he was clearly a powerful being in the Integration Stage.

"Ge Yan, what brings you here? How's that matter going?"

Upon seeing the old man in the yellow robe, Chairman Ge hurriedly stepped forward to pay his respects and said, "Reporting to Elder Gu, we are still searching for manpower. Today, a rogue cultivator at the peak of the Refinement of Void realm from the Kunlun Domain happened to be traveling here. However, he wants to trade a seventh-tier demon core for that bottle of Nether Spring Water and is willing to join the escort team. What do you think?"

"A seventh-tier demon core?" Upon hearing this, the old man in the yellow robe frowned and put down his teacup, clearly intrigued.

"This escort mission is of utmost importance and cannot afford any mistakes. Otherwise, neither of us can bear the consequences. Therefore, not just anyone can participate."

"Furthermore, the situation changed somewhat, so the requirements for those exchanging gifts were raised."

"I want to test this person's true worth myself. If he is merely all show and no substance, then naturally I will not allow him to join."

"What? Even the Perfected Void Refinement stage isn't enough?" President Ge had just made a solemn promise to Qin Ming and had a lot more to say to Elder Gu Cangxuan when he was interrupted.

In the box.

Qin Ming was resting with his eyes closed.

Suddenly.

With a thought, he sensed something, but he didn't show much reaction.

'Those people from the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce are really cautious.'

next moment.

Qin Ming's dark, deep eyes suddenly opened!

Suddenly, ripples spread out in circles like water within the room, and countless yellow light spots gradually coalesced into a human figure.

Immediately afterwards, an immense spiritual pressure, like a tidal wave, swept straight toward Qin Ming!

boom!
Qin Ming didn't need to think much to guess that the other party wanted to test the depth of his strength.

He sensed that the person in front of him was only at the early stage of the Integration Realm, and did not pose a great threat to him at present.

However, Qin Ming still pretended to be on high alert and circulated his Void Refining Mana to counteract the impact of the spiritual pressure.

Once he had stood still, he saw the old man in the yellow robe appear opposite him, who calmly commented without expression:
"Well, it's passable. It can withstand my spiritual pressure for a few breaths, so it's barely enough."

Then, Chairman Ge came out from behind and introduced Qin Ming with an embarrassed expression: "Fellow Daoist Long, this is Elder Gu Cangxuan of our Chamber of Commerce. He will personally lead the team for this escort mission."

Qin Ming suddenly realized what was happening and immediately bowed to the old man in the yellow robe, saying, "This junior greets Senior Gu."

He had also heard that the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce was a behemoth that could stand on equal footing with the top immortal sects.

As an elder of the Chamber of Commerce, Gu Zangxuan was treated with great respect wherever he went, even by those powerful sects.

"Well, no need for formalities. I heard you wanted to exchange for that bottle of Nether Spring Water, right? Since you can actually offer a seventh-tier demon core in exchange, then of course it's acceptable." Huang Songzi observed Qin Ming for a moment and reluctantly acknowledged his strength.

"The caravan will depart from Immortal City on time in half a month. Please remember to be there."

Qin Ming immediately agreed: "Yes, I will definitely be there."

Then he remembered something else. Lord Feng of Beidou Immortal City had invited him before, and he wondered if he should respond to them.

"Senior Gu, what about City Lord Feng?"

Gu Cangxuan simply said, "Of those few immortal city elders, only two or three are qualified to participate in this matter. I will inform them myself."

Upon hearing this, Qin Ming immediately stopped asking questions.

Gu Zangxuan gave Chairman Ge a few more instructions and then disappeared back into the private room.

Upon seeing that Qin Ming was able to withstand the suppression of the Nascent Soul stage's spiritual pressure, Chairman Ge couldn't help but sigh in amazement:

"I was right. Fellow Daoist Long's supernatural abilities are truly powerful. He was able to withstand Elder Gu Cangxuan's attacks for several breaths without changing his expression."

"Just lucky," Qin Ming replied vaguely.

Subsequently.

He personally led Qin Ming to the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce's warehouse, took out a dark jade bottle, and handed it to Qin Ming, saying:

"This bottle contains the Nether Spring Water that Fellow Daoist Long needs. It is said that even a Nascent Soul stage expert cannot obtain such a top-tier seventh-order spiritual treasure. Our guild originally had another small bottle, which was traded away by Ancestor Chequ of the Valley of Ten Thousand Beasts."

"However, its weight is much smaller than the bottle in Fellow Daoist Long's hand, hehehe."

Qin Ming finally got his wish and immediately loosened the seal on the bottle opening slightly, then used his divine sense to observe it.

The moment his divine sense entered, he felt an unusually cold sensation.

Inside the jade bottle was a pool of dark, deep spring water that seemed capable of drawing one's soul in, radiating an astonishing dark, Daoist brilliance—undoubtedly the legendary Nether Spring water.

After Qin Ming put it away, he took out the jade box containing the seventh-tier demon core and handed it to Chairman Ge.

The transaction was completed, and everyone was happy.

After finishing his business, Qin Ming planned to return to the Little Spirit Realm to brew demon wine, so he bid farewell to Chairman Ge.

President Ge kept trying to persuade him to stay, showing great enthusiasm, after all, a rogue cultivator at the peak of the Void Refinement stage was someone that various forces were trying to win over.

Moreover, he had personally witnessed Qin Ming's strength.

However, Qin Ming did not linger and returned to his rented cave dwelling after politely declining the offer.

There's still about half a month until the Kowloon Chamber of Commerce's escort mission, so he can use this time to try refining the wine recipe.

The journey to the Void Spirit Clan is extremely long, taking at least half a year and sometimes several years. He will have plenty of time to brew wine along the way.

After entering the Lesser Spirit Realm.

Qin Ming began instructing the Devouring Sky Rat and the Little Silver Fox to prepare various utensils and tools, and to begin the initial attempt at brewing.

The demon core of the seventh-tier Night Owl Clan, along with the seventh-tier Nether Spring water and several other high-grade auxiliary materials, still require the use of demonic energy to infuse the brewing process using a secret method.
This 'Great Dream of a Thousand Autumns' demonic wine even has a great effect on the cultivation of old monsters in the Integration stage, since they can experience the cycle of cultivation by using the special effects of the demonic wine.

Time flies.

After several attempts, and with the profound brewing experience from the previous Divine Wine Immortal's recipe, Qin Ming finally succeeded in brewing several jars of demonic wine. He then took them to the Demonic Land in the Desolate Realm to seal them away, waiting for the demonic energy to temper them.

In this way, a lot of time can be saved. Qin Ming estimated that he would be able to enjoy the magic wine in about half a year.

The Devouring Rat was also quite excited. It personally sealed the demonic wine inside, patted the jar, and exclaimed:

"What a pity! We don't know where the second brother and Fairy Blue Ice have gone. Only a few of us can drink this kind of spiritual wine. It's a top-grade demon wine brewed from a seventh-tier demon core, a rare find in the world."

After Qin Ming finished brewing the seventh-grade demon wine, he calculated the time and realized it was almost time to meet Gu Cangxuan. So he left the cave and headed to the Nine Dragons Chamber of Commerce.

(End of this chapter)