Chapter 530 - 11: Seeking Method_2

Chapter 530: Chapter 11: Seeking Method_2

“This…”

Upon hearing these words, the blue-robed cultivator Su Cheng hesitated slightly before apologizing:

“I’m unsure what Martial Uncle Yao needs. My master has been on a retreat in the Dungeon of Shaoyang Mountain for a long time. I’m afraid he might not be able to come over at once.”

“Ling Weizi is in retreat?”

Yao Wudi knitted his brows slightly, glanced at Wang Ba, and eventually waved a hand:

“No worries, I’m here this time for the ‘Manual of Azure Emperor’s Seed’. Since Ling Weizi isn’t here, you can give me an original copy.”

Upon hearing Yao Wudi’s words, a hint of barely noticeable anger flashed through the eyes of the yellow-robed cultivator.

The blue-robed cultivator, Su Cheng, looked somewhat troubled:

“This…”

Seeing this, Yao Wudi immediately frowned: “Is there a problem?”

“In respect to Martial Uncle, there’s no actual problem… it’s just that the ‘Manual of Azure Emperor’s Seed’ is our Qingmu Lineage’s highest cultivation method, which leads directly to the Realm of Immortal Ascension. According to the rules within our sect, since our peak master isn’t here, we don’t have the authority to make that decision.”

Upon hearing these words, Yao Wudi’s face immediately darkened. With his elongated eyes fixed on Su Cheng, he didn’t reveal any aura, but that was enough to have the latter bathed in cold sweat.

“So, do you want me to go to Shaoyang Mountain to ask for Ling Weizi’s permission?”

Barely able to hold Yao Wudi’s gaze, Su Cheng hurriedly said:

“Martial Uncle, please control your anger. The Master of Shao Yin Mountain has recently taken office and has been cracking down hard on rules. We dare not break them.”

“The Master of Shao Yin Mountain has changed?”

Hearing this, Yao Wudi couldn’t help but furrow his brows.

He has long settled in Chen State and only occasionally returned to the sect for an official visit. He was in a rush most of the time, so he indeed wasn’t aware of the personnel changes within the sect.

Upon hearing this, Su Cheng immediately replied:

“Yes, it was just changed a year ago. Due to his achievements managing Shao Yin Mountain, the previous Mountain Lord Lu has been promoted to Vice Palace Master of Benevolence Hall. Now, Qu Shentong, the peak master of Shehun Peak, holds the position of Master of Shao Yin Mountain.”

“Qu Shentong…”

Hearing this name, Yao Wudi frowned once again.

Of course, he was not afraid of him.

However, for most of the Nascent Soul cultivators within the sect, the name Qu Shentong was one to be reckoned with.

Adding to the fact that he now holds the position of Master of Shao Yin Mountain, Su Cheng’s apprehension of him is understandable.

However, Yao Wudi still sneered:

“So, are you afraid of Qu Shentong but not of me?”

Su Cheng responded by promptly offering a deeply deferential bow:

“This poor disciple would never dare to cross such a line. I would plead with Martial Uncle Yao to spare me for my master’s sake.”

Yao Wudi had always been someone to react kindly to deference. Seeing the other party’s humble attitude, Yao Wudi, who had originally planned to make a scene, suddenly felt somewhat frustrated.

Seeing the situation, Wang Ba, who realized the dilemma Yao Wudi was in, hurriedly suggested:

“Master, why don’t we wait until Martial Uncle Ling is out of his retreat…”

“So, you’re Martial Uncle Yao’s disciple?”

Su Cheng seemed a little surprised when Wang Ba spoke. He immediately showed a smile to Wang Ba,

“Having caught Martial Uncle Yao’s eye, you must have extraordinary talents.”

After thinking for a moment, he took out a seed from his sleeve, and gently pushed it towards Wang Ba, saying with an embarrassed smile:

“I wasn’t prepared for our first meeting. This is a Class IV Spirit Plant, ‘Nine-colored Gourd Seed’. If you plant it meticulously, it will result in a gourd containing a small universe.”

Wang Ba looked shocked.

Seeing this, Yao Wudi’s expression also slightly softened.

He told Wang Ba, “Since it’s a gift from your senior brother, you should accept it.”

Then, he turned to Su Cheng:

“When is your master expected out of his retreat?”

“I hope you won’t think I’m avoiding the question. I genuinely don’t know. But the moment my master is out of his retreat, I’ll certainly head to Wanfa Peak to notify you immediately.”

Su Cheng stated earnestly.

Upon seeing this, Wang Ba dutifully accepted the ‘Nine-colored Gourd Seed’, thanking Su Cheng and advising Yao Wudi:

“Master, please wait for Martial Uncle to come out of his retreat.”

“…Alright then.”

Yao Wudi shook his head slightly, stamped his foot, and then, along with Wang Ba, disappeared right there.

The blue-robed cultivator Su Cheng and the yellow-robed cultivator Li Xiao exchanged looks, then descended into the mountain together.

They soon arrived at an inconspicuous treehouse inside the mountain peak.

Sitting in the treehouse was a cultivator in green robes, his hair even tinged with a hint of green, who was practicing with his eyes closed.

Upon noticing Su Cheng and Li Xiao’s arrival, he slowly opened his eyes.

Su Cheng and Li Xiao both respectfully bowed to the young cultivator.

“Greetings, master.”

“Hm, has that old fellow Yao Wudi left already?”

“Yes, we saw him leave with our own eyes.”

Su Cheng answered respectfully.

The young cultivator, Ling Weizi, showed a faint smile on his face:

“That old fellow really thinks highly of himself. Getting a disciple without spending a dime and then wanting to get the ‘Green Emperor Kind God Tactics’ for free. Hmph!”

Hearing Ling Weizi’s words, Su Cheng felt a bit puzzled, but dared not ask.

However, Ling Weizi noticed Su Cheng’s confusion and asked in a low voice:

“What, do you have something to ask?”

After a slight hesitation, Su Cheng spoke out:

“Not really daring to… it’s just that disciple is a bit confused. Martial Uncle Yao, widely known as being unbeatable among the Nascent Souls, we do not lack in merit, then why do we need to make things difficult for him?”

Hearing this, the young cultivator didn’t take offence.

He sighed faintly:

“What are merits to me, do you think I care? I willingly act like a villain, refusing to give the cultivation method for free. Aside from my dislike of him, naturally, I have my own reasons.”

“Indeed, Yao Wudi is a genius among all. It’s said that from the moment he joined Wanfa Peak, he has crushed his peers, seized countless opportunities from them, even I, Ling Weizi, though arrogant, have to admit defeat. But just because of that, there cannot be a second Yao Wudi in Wanxiang Sect.”