A moment later, the Tianzong disciple who was cultivating on the sectâs grounds received a transmission.
"Didnât you want the soul-nurturing wood? I thought about it and can exchange it with you. Leave the town, and Iâll wait for you at the pavilion fifty li outside. Remember, this is a trade, and you canât bring others!"
The disciple was slightly taken aback. The soul-nurturing wood was invaluable to him. Not long ago, while on a sect mission, he encountered people from the Hall of Soul Annihilation. Although he escaped and was healed with his masterâs help, his divine soul was injured. Without treatment, he might never surpass the Earth Martial Realm in this life!
Upon hearing the transmission, the Tianzong disciple hesitated. Why did the other party insist he not tell anyone?
Was it really just for the trade?
What if he intended to rob him?
With some doubts, and for safetyâs sake, he informed a few close brothers.
In his view, if the other party genuinely wanted to trade, everything would be fine. If not, and intended to rob him, his brotherâs help would avert danger!
Unbeknownst to him, everything was orchestrated by Ye Luo!
Whether soul-nurturing wood or anything else, Ye Luo didnât care.
Ye Luoâs goal was to create discord, particularly among the four factions!
Because Ye Luoâs ultimate aim was to enter the Star Palace relic.
Only by causing distrust and conflict could Ye Luo find an opportunity!
Due to Ye Luoâs unique past experiences, he believed although others couldnât enter, he might, but for now, he had no chance to approach the relic!
Ye Luoâs many moves were solely aimed at entering the relic!
Currently, Ye Luo, still masked, stood honestly at the pavilion!
This pavilion offered an excellent view, surrounded by flat land, making it hard for anyone to hide nearby!
On the surface, it seemed Ye Luo was showing sincerity, but in truth, he wanted his next actions to be visible!
Ye Luo didnât believe that after a reminder not to bring anyone, the Tianzong disciple would foolishly come alone.
All was Ye Luoâs plan!
Ye Luo didnât wait long; the person finally arrived.
It seemed he was alone indeed, but Ye Luo was convinced someone was watching from afar!
Fifty li?
Not far, with their cultivation, they could reach him in mere breaths.
But the distance was precisely calculated by Ye Luo!
If too far, those hiding wouldnât see Ye Luoâs actions!
...
"Iâm here, as you wanted, I didnât bring anyone, whereâs the soul-nurturing wood? I donât want to waste time, letâs trade directly!"
Ye Luo waved his hand casually, and a piece of black wood floated mid-airâit was the soul-nurturing wood Ye Luo had obtained!
Since it was identical to what the Tianzong disciple had seen earlier at the central market, he had no doubts!
"Itâs indeed the soul-nurturing wood! Exchanging a Nine Apertures Flower and a Nine Apertures Seed for it, any issues? If not, letâs trade!"
Ye Luo nodded; in fact, from the start, he hadnât spoken.
Why?
This time was different; Ye Luo planned for the person to survive, unlike before.
The person saw Ye Luo nod but didnât suspect.
To be precise, his mind was entirely on the soul-nurturing wood. Behind him, his brothers were secretly in ambush, so he feared nothing!
Thus, he immediately offered the Nine Apertures Flower and Seed, even taking the initiative with Ye Luo.
Ye Luoâs mouth slightly curled; this guy really cooperated!
With a slight wave, Ye Luo took the Nine Apertures Flower and Seed.
But he made no further moves.
"Iâve given you my items. Now, you should hand over the soul-nurturing wood!"
The Tianzong disciple urged, caring deeply about the wood, so he acted first. Seeing no response, he questioned internally!
However, what happened next surprised him!
Ye Luo shouted fiercely, and instantly, a bizarre force exploded, directly hitting his divine soul!
He was already soul-injured, couldnât react in time, and simultaneously, Ye Luoâs hand erupted with light.
At the same moment, Ye Luo turned and ran without hesitation!
Boom!
A loud noise resonated, as a terrifying attack struck the Tianzong disciple!
Fortunately, he had activated his Spirit Power Shield, for upon seeing Ye Luo activate his, he prepared!
"You dare trick me!"
The man glared at Ye Luoâs fleeing direction, wanting to chase, but his soulâs violent tremors immobilized him!
Instantly, several figures rushed to the Tianzong disciple; theyâd been watching closely.
Originally, they thought the trade would occur smoothly; they never expected a real robbery!
"Third Brother!"
Suddenly, a middle-aged man approached the disciple; they shared the same master, closer than typical brothers!
"Second Brother, help me catch that thief. Damn him, he tricked me!"
"Alright!"
Replying, he immediately chased Ye Luo.
Yet, how could they catch up with Ye Luo!
Ye Luo now reached the Earth Martial Realm, albeit First-Order!
Yet, under the Dragon Soaring Nine Heavens and Divine Talisman Characters, Ye Luoâs speed rivaled even fourth rank, short bursts enough to distance himself!
Moreover, Ye Luo wasnât his real identity; escaping some distance, he removed his mask, unlikely to be recognized!
Both had previous conflicts at the central market; even with mask and formation obscuring them, Ye Luo didnât doubt their ability to identify each otherâs affiliations!
...
Ultimately, the Tianzong disciples didnât catch Ye Luo, so they could only return with the deceived brother to the Eastern District!