Devour

Surrounded by green mountains and lush vegetation, there are wonderful waterfalls cascading down, the blue sky falling like jade, forming light smoke and mist, the green mountains and green waters are refreshing and beautiful, accompanied by bursts of bird calls. Inside is the Sanxian Valley, which can be called a blessed land, and the headquarters of the Qi Zong is located here, which has developed and prospered.

Since yesterday, distinguished guests have visited frequently. The elders entertained them warmly and attentively. They appointed the newly appointed head of the Reception Hall, Chi Zhongming, to accompany Yun Juan and Liu Suyan to the Reception Hall.

"To refine a treasure, just to embed a crystal core, why does it require seven drops of blood? This is the first time I've heard of it." Yun Juan was suspicious.

Liu Suyan comforted him, "The Qi Sect has been the leader of the major sects on the continent for many years. It is both virtuous and talented. Sect Master Fang is a master of his craft. This is the Qi Sect's secret technique of 'sacrificing the treasure'. Seven drops of precious blood will enhance the spirituality of the treasure. It is worth it. We just have to wait for good news."

Chi Zhongming smiled and said, "Palace Master Liu is right. Everyone in Sanxian Valley lives and works in peace and contentment. The mountains and rivers are beautiful, and the birds are singing and the flowers are fragrant. There are not even any wild monsters, only a few docile pets. It is very safe. The three distinguished guests will play in the valley in the next few days and will definitely have a great time."

Ningxiang inquired, "There are no monsters nearby. Where can we go to hunt and improve our strength?"

Chi Zhongming introduced in detail: "There are occasionally pigs outside the valley, which eat both humans and animals. The challenge level is 16, and they are quite popular among hunters. In addition, there are only some weak Yunyan. If that's not enough, there are powerful monsters miles away from Goumeng Mountain. Nine-tailed foxes live in the Phantom Hills in the east. They are good at fire magic and can transform. Further west to the Happy Valley, the Yinming Spider and the Evil Eye Beast dominate the area. The Crippled Country in the southwest is the most terrifying. The Ancient Corpse King is rampant, but fortunately he has not come out for a long time. In the Qixiu Peak Forest in the north, there are Tonggi and Duoer Macaques. If you don't provoke them, they will live in peace with humans."

Yun Juan praised: "The Qi Sect's headquarters is surrounded by powerful monsters and rich resources. It is worthy of being the number one sect on the continent."

The more powerful the monster, the more precious the resources in the area it occupies. Compared with the mediocrity and poverty of Kaiyang City, the difference is like heaven and earth.

Chi Zhongming said modestly: "Miss Yun, you are too kind. If you want to compare like this, the resources around Tianshu City are the best in the continent."

Liu Suyan asked, "I heard that Shen Ya, the heir of Tianshu Temple, is here too. He wants to refine a new weapon that surpasses the Nether Dragon Spear?"

Chi Zhongming responded, "The Shen family is a rare family with great accumulation. Uncle Rong found 240 kilograms of burning iron for him, and even added 60 kilograms of star gold from the treasure house of the Weapon Sect. It was a big deal. Young Master Shen is really amazing. He took the two consecutive defeats in the Hunter Academy as a warning and practiced in seclusion to improve his skills. He went deep into the Phantom Hills to hunt the Nine-tailed Fox King Crystal Core, and his strength is comparable to that of Palace Master Guan in the past."

Liu Suyan said disdainfully: "The Shen family has spent all their savings. When they learned that Qiao Beihao took out his private collection of Yunzhen Lianxin Pills, they also hurriedly poured all their savings into Shen Ya. The Saint of Medicine Sect has consumed more elixirs recently. It is natural that his skills will be greatly improved after taking so many pills, but his cultivation level and technical skills have not improved."

"Master Qi also forged a weapon, using Feiying steel and a Rakshasa ghost crystal core treasured by the Qi family, named the Ghost King Fan. Today, the treasure is unveiled and will soon become famous."

After Chi Zhongming finished speaking, he looked up at the flying object in the sky and said, "Palace Master Liu's disciples have also arrived, and there are also important guests. It can be said that there are many heroes here."

Liu Suyan snorted a few words and said, "The ranking of the new generation of magic weapons and treasures will be re-arranged soon."

A huge monster was flying across the sky.

Cheng Bai, who was near Goumeng Mountain, also saw it and was stunned.

It was clearly a "spaceship" in the true sense, more than a hundred meters long, with a sharp bow like a striding eagle, six tail fins spread out like swaying fish fins, and a castle-like lookout in the middle. It was quaint and exquisite in shape, mainly gold with colorful decorations, and had an antique style, completely different from the known spaceships on Earth.

Staring at the spaceship slowly descending towards Sanxian Valley, Cheng Bai came back to his senses and murmured, "I should have expected this. A day at sea can travel a thousand miles. It's impossible for them to be without technology. It's just that the technology tree is off... No, maybe the Earthlings' technology tree is off. Who knows which path is right?"

The Weapon Sect is able to refine highly sophisticated magical weapons, and its technical attainments may not be inferior to the Faceless Man. Naturally, it can also refine flying treasures that can carry things, which are called Sky-patrolling Spirit Boats. They are extremely rare on the mainland because of the huge amount of materials they consume.

Cheng Bai entered the main hall of Qi Zong from the valley entrance. As a guest who came to pick up goods, he was warmly received by the Qi Zong Guest House.

The disciple in charge of reception warmly welcomed Cheng Bai into the main altar.

Sanxian Valley is surrounded by mountains on all sides, which can be described as a natural iron wall that is easy to defend but difficult to attack. The terrain in the valley is ups and downs, with wide and flat areas comparable to squares, and rugged and steep areas like cliffs.

The mountain path leading to the main altar of the Qi Sect is wide and winding, like a giant snake coiling in a valley. A giant tripod several meters high stands prominently on the platform in the middle of the path. Its sturdy four legs are like animal legs grasping the ground, and the cast patterns are like coiled dragons. There are patterns on all four sides, which is majestic, solemn, mighty and dignified.

"What a big tripod." Cheng Bai took a few more glances at it as he passed by. It was a square tripod.

The three-legged round tripod is used for offering sacrifices to heaven, and the four-legged square tripod is used for offering sacrifices to earth, corresponding to the yin and yang of heaven and earth, and the round sky and square earth.

"This is a replica of the ancient magical treasure 'Zhurong Ding' that is passed down in the ancient mythology of the Qi Sect. It is made of black iron and weighs 40 kilograms. It has become the symbol of the Qi Sect and has been on display here for more than ten thousand years." The disciple in charge of reception gave a detailed introduction.

Cheng Bai was curious and tried to use his arms to lift the huge tripod slightly. Now that his cultivation level has improved day by day, 40 pounds is no longer a big challenge for him.

"What's on it?" Cheng Bai walked around the tripod and stroked its body. The main patterns on the four sides were different, and there were faint traces of palms, claws, and weapons.

The disciple in charge of reception said with a smile, "The body of the tripod is cast with runes of the four legendary beasts, namely Taotie, Hun Dun, Tao Wu, and Qiong Qi, which correspond to the disasters in the southeast, northwest, and northeast. Since the replica of Zhu Rong Ding was placed here, many masters passing by have been eager to try their hand at it, and occasionally tried to lift it or shake it with their special skills, leaving indecent marks."

Cheng Bai laughed, let go of the giant tripod and looked around.

The platform here has a broad view, and you can see in the distance where the patrol boat is docked. There is an octagonal patrol station built there. Several distinguished guests walked down the platform and were invited into the reception hall of the west hall. Among them were He Li Pang, Ruan Taoran, and even Tie Baohan.

In the reception hall, Shen Ya closed his eyes and rested, while Qi Jifen drank tea and read a book. When a crowd of people came in noisily from outside the door, neither of them looked up.

Then Yunjuan and Ningxiang walked in from the inner hall corridor. The unruly men suppressed their arrogance, became a little more enthusiastic, and greeted each other.

The young geniuses of Qiongqi Continent finally gathered together.

A lot of things happened during this period of time. The former King of Absolute Sword was eliminated unknowingly and no one mentioned him again.

Shen Ya's eyes swept over everyone and stopped at Tie Baohan. He showed a surprised expression and said in astonishment: "Brother Tie's cultivation has greatly improved. He is like a completely different person. I am afraid I am no match for him."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone came to pay attention.

The Hunter's Guild is still looking for Tie Baohan and Xing Jue, but the task level is low, so the geniuses don't take it seriously and no one cares.

The current Wildhammer King is naturally the leader of the Topaz Banner, replacing Tie Baohan's position.

Qi Jifen also looked at him a few times and said disapprovingly: "We won't know until we fight. Everyone's strength is improving. It's still unknown who will win."

The leader of the Yellow Jade Banner laughed loudly, placed the giant kite hammer on the ground, called the receptionist, took out a small piece of Feiying Stone and a light golden poison crystal insect crystal core, and ordered: "Mix this black iron hammer with Feiying Stone and re-refine it to make a Feiying Steel Hammer. Remove the original three-legged poisonous bird crystal core and replace it with this big one."

The receptionist had panda eyes and went through the procedures listlessly, filled out the documents, accepted the materials and deposit, and told the disciples to carry the giant kite hammer away.

Ruan Taoran congratulated him, "Congratulations, Brother Tie, on your success in upgrading your weapons and soaring into the sky."

He Lipang chatted generously: "Wildhammer King's fortunes have turned, and he has encountered many wonderful things. I must ask for your advice when I have time."

The leader of the Yellow Jade Banner was secretly proud of himself, and said loudly: "From now on, the Giant Kite Hammer is gone. When we refine the treasure again, we will call it the Shadow Crushing Hammer."

Shen Ya applauded and praised: "What a great name, it's impressive. My Dark Dragon Spear no longer exists, and by chance I got the Burning Iron and Star Gold to forge a new spear, and I call it the Phantom Dragon Fire Fang Spear."

The two men hadn't even got their magic weapons yet, but they were already racking their brains to think of a name for them.

Qi Jifen took out his newly acquired Ghost King Fan and waved it. The treasure vaguely concealed a fan blade, and its shape was unpredictable when it was waved. He said in high spirits: "This Ghost King Fan is unprecedented in the continent. I hope it can compete with all your treasures."

The leader of the Yellow Jade Banner said with a twinkling gaze: "If Brother Qi has this intention, it would be great."

He Lipang called the other guests and took out a few pieces of black gold ore. He estimated that the amount was not much. After a brief discussion, he ordered: "Black gold ore is not easy to come by. Please refine it and make a tiger knuckle buckle. There is no suitable crystal core to embed it at the moment."

The receptionist made detailed records and accepted the ore and deposit.

Ruan Taoran was about to say a few words of flattery when he saw his master waving at him at the entrance of the inner hall, so he hurried forward to pay his respects.

Liu Suyan pulled him to the back, gave him a few words and left.

Ruan Taoran looked frustrated, and came to He Lipang and muttered, "The Palace Master told me to give up this conference, go back and practice hard, and participate in the next conference in 60 years. Otherwise, there is no hope of winning the championship, not even the chance to become a hunter general."

He Li Pang weighed the strength of the geniuses present and said carefully: "This makes sense. The academy has evaluated the combat power of the nine quasi-kings many times, and I am just barely in the middle. The top three in the conference cannot participate again. If you are not sure, you might as well study hard and practice hard, and think about it next time."

Ruan Taoran lowered his voice and said, "I think I'm at the bottom and have little hope of winning. Back then, Palace Master Guan Wanlan also avoided being in the same generation as Palace Master Shi Ziyu, and only then did he win the title of Hunter King. We can learn from this. Brother He, I'm taking my leave and I wish you a successful start to the conference."

It's easy to say, but how many sixty years are there in a person's life? Even a monk can't endure it.

He Lipang didn't want to give up some opportunities, so he nodded and said, "Even if I can't win, I can still accumulate some experience and opportunities. Brother Ruan, please do as you please."

Ruan Taoran soon left the reception hall on the pretext of something and prepared to return to Tianxuan City with Liu Suyan. The King of Chaos was also eliminated.

Cheng Bai did not rush into the reception hall. He sent away the receptionist who was receiving him on the pretext of going to the bathroom, and followed the receptionist with panda eyes who had taken away the flying shadow stone and the crystal core of the poisonous crystal worm, all the way to the Bailian Hall of the Weapon Sect.

It is divided into several factory areas and multiple processes, and work is arranged according to demand. There is also a treasure house nearby for convenient storage and retrieval of various materials.

Zhike placed the Feiying Stone and the Poison Crystal Worm Core aside. While handing over the black iron giant hammer to others, Cheng Bai took out the ancient tree essence core obtained from the Youxi Forest and exchanged it for the Poison Crystal Worm Core.

Tie Baohan was an impostor of the leader of the Huangyu Banner. Allowing him to increase his strength smoothly would be a hidden danger, so he did something bad.

The two crystal cores were of different levels and had different shapes, but similar colors. The next disciple from the Weapon Sect had never seen a poisonous crystal insect crystal core, so he only knew to arrange the inlay process for the ancient tree essence crystal core, and had no doubts at all.

Cheng Bai saw his Xuanming Treasure Clothes here. It was almost finished and only needed to adjust the details. Curious, he placed the poisonous crystal insect core next to the Xuanming Treasure Clothes and was about to figure out the production process.

Fang Wanzhan came over from a distance and shouted, "Who's there?"

"He can sense that I'm hiding nearby." Cheng Bai was secretly shocked and quickly teleported back to the outside of the reception hall.

Fang Wanzhan has extraordinary perception, but cannot see through invisibility. He is not sure whether there is an outsider who has entered Bailian Hall without permission. He goes to Cheng Bai’s previous position to check, but finds nothing special, so he puts aside his suspicion.

Tong Feng, the head of Bailian Hall, came to report: "Sect Master, the finished product of this Xuanming Treasure Cloth has exceeded expectations, the quality is perfect, it can be said to be a top grade, it is the crown of recent times, and it will be completed soon."

"It may not be perfect, there is still some room for improvement. I will make some minor adjustments, and there must be no mistakes."

Fang Wanzhan was picky about details. He picked up the crystal core next to him and shook his head, saying, "This is also the guest's material. The Mysterious Nether Treasure Cloth plus the poison crystal insect crystal core is such a wonderful idea. The ability to resist poison and avoid water is greatly improved. I will give it the finishing touch and make it a top-notch product."

The master of Bailian Hall was submissive and allowed the clan leader to take the Xuanming treasure clothes and the poisonous crystal insect core to be refined, inadvertently enriching someone.

Cheng Bai pretended to come out of the toilet and was led into the reception hall by the receptionist. He greeted He Lipang and said, "Brother, it's been a long time since I last saw you."

When Shen Ya saw his old rival, he couldn't help but frown, confused and puzzled.

Qi Jifen noticed that his face was not right, and asked curiously, "Brother Shen rarely looks so sad, is there something wrong?"

Shen Ya whispered, "The Thunder Blade King came in, didn't you see it? Tie Baohan has made great progress, and I can still understand his realm. But I can't understand him, unless his cultivation realm is higher than Tie Baohan's."

Qi Jifen lost two battles in a row to Cheng Bai, and he had a shadow in his heart. His eyes flickered, and he replied awkwardly: "Brother Shen has a sharp eye, and he always sees things more accurately than me. I believe what he said must be well-founded."

Shen Ya pondered and said, "In just half a month, which sect or family could provide so many miraculous medicines to allow him to improve his skills to such a great extent?"

Qi Jifen thought for a moment and said, "Medicine Sect doesn't have that much inventory, and we have to support the conference... However, someone recently placed a large order with Medicine Sect, ordering 200 Bu Tian Shen Li Pills at a time, which used up all the Jiao Crocodile Essence inventory in Tianquan City. Someone in Tianxuan City also ordered a lot of Yangling Pills, all of which are rare and precious elixirs. Maybe they are the force behind the scenes."

Shen Ya seemed to be indifferent to others, but he was actually observing the situation quietly. He assessed the situation and said, "The conference has not even started yet, but two geniuses have already withdrawn. One is missing, and the other volunteered. They seem to be respectful to each other, but in fact, there are undercurrents."