Published: March 8, 2025
Nangong Shifeng and the other four left Ping Sha Ridge, glancing back three times with heavy sighs.
Their conversation revolved around, "If we had known earlier... we would have...”
But it was too late to say anything now.
“Since it has come to this, we should leave quickly,” said one of the brothers with a frown. “This time, we didn’t even rob... After fighting through the wolf pack, we finally got the Nine Leaf One Branch Flower. We thought it would be a valuable treasure, but who would have thought we traveled thousands of miles to the southeast just to offend someone... And it looks like we have offended a big shot…”
“Right, right, right! If this person comes to rob us, we would be in serious trouble.” Another person suddenly realized. They all came from a background of robbery, so they were very wary of this.
“Truly, it’s like stealing a chicken but losing a rice grain instead.” Nangong Shifeng said dejectedly, “Forget it, let’s go to the Zhuge Clan and sell this medicine at the Myriad Medicine Convention. We should still be able to earn some Amethyst.”
The five of them quickened their pace, sweeping out of Ping Sha Ridge like the wind. After crossing a hill and turning a corner, they saw endless mountains and forests ahead, and they finally breathed a sigh of relief.
“Finally out, I was really afraid we’d get intercepted,” one of them wiped the sweat from his brow.
“Yeah, you guys are out, but we should be about done here.” A cold voice suddenly rang out. With that voice, a desolate and ancient aura began to spread.
The five were shocked and turned to see a figure in black standing leisurely under a pine tree, clearly having waited there for a long time.
It was the Sword Spirit, here to rob them.
Can’t buy it? Then I’ll rob it!
“It’s you!” Nangong Shifeng recognized him at a glance; it was indeed the mysterious figure in black masks from earlier. He immediately felt his soul leave his body; just sensing that desolate aura told him he had run into a big problem!
Feeling the terrifying pressure that felt like a mountain on top of him only confirmed it: the person he had offended not only had a powerful background but also an immense cultivation level. Just the aura he sensed made it clear: if a confrontation occurred, there was absolutely no chance of survival!
The Golden Sword Hall had existed for such a long time, and his boss's ability to navigate through situations was the most important factor! Soft when met with softness, hard when faced with hardness! This was indeed the supreme rule of traversing the Nine Heavens!
“It’s me.” The Sword Spirit chuckled, “What a coincidence, we meet again.”
“Senior... what do you want?” Nangong Shifeng asked with trepidation.
“Nothing much,” the Sword Spirit said casually. “I just wanted to find you to chat, is that okay?”
Nangong Shifeng took a step back, his tongue stumbling over itself: “Senior... um... we can discuss this further. Actually, twenty thousand Amethyst is negotiable…”
The Sword Spirit laughed, “But I can get it without spending a single Amethyst. Do you believe me?”
“I believe!” Nangong Shifeng nodded like a chicken pecking at rice: “Boss, you are wise and powerful, elegant and handsome! Whatever you want to do, you will surely succeed! Don’t even mention getting the Nine Leaf One Branch Flower without spending a single Amethyst; I believe someone will even offer Amethyst to deliver the Nine Leaf One Branch Flower to you…”
The Sword Spirit’s eyes lit up: “Someone offering Amethyst to me? Is there such a good thing?”
Nangong Shifeng flattered, “Yes, yes, boss! With your unparalleled cultivation level, all you need to do is say a word, and everyone will run until their legs break to gather Amethyst, and bring you the medicine across mountains and rivers…”
The Sword Spirit excitedly said, “Really? I wonder how much Amethyst they would offer me?”
Nangong Shifeng immediately started crying, “Senior, how much Amethyst do you think is appropriate?”