Chapter 263 : The Deal with Suo Huan

Chapter 263: The Deal with Suo Huan

Although the appearance of Suo Huan, a Grand True Person, was somewhat unexpected, Lü Yang still remained calm, partly because he was currently under the protection of tens of thousands of troops.

At his side, there was also a 【Tomorrow’s Son of Heaven】.

Suo Huan, like himself, was an Outer Heavenly Demon, both considered targets to be eliminated by the local natives of the 【Wanwu World】, meaning they still stood on the same side.

On the other hand, it was also because Lü Yang had already seen through Suo Huan’s intentions.

When the True Person Miaoyin was killed, Suo Huan had only watched from the sidelines without any intention of intervening, which showed that he did not plan to get involved in Lü Yang’s affairs.

Since that was the case, it was unlikely he would suddenly decide to make a move against Lü Yang now.

‘So, he sold out Miaoyin?’

Thinking of this, Lü Yang immediately raised his eyebrows slightly, casting a doubtful glance, then tentatively asked, “Senior, are you a True Person of my Saint Sect?”

“.”

As soon as Lü Yang said this, Suo Huan’s expression immediately stiffened, feeling as if he had been insulted.

What did that mean!

Suddenly calling him a True Person of the Saint Sect?

“Inferior one Suo Huan, a rogue cultivator from overseas, does not deserve the title of True Person of the Saint Sect.”

Suo Huan did not put on the airs of a Grand True Person but instead acted as if he were conversing with Lü Yang as an equal.

“I originally intended to sell Fellow Daoist a favor.”

“Outrageous! How dare an Outer Heavenly Demon be so arrogant?”

At this moment, Chen Anmin suddenly roared in anger, interrupting the conversation between Lü Yang and Suo Huan, while also revealing obvious hostility toward Suo Huan.

Suo Huan’s smile remained unchanged upon seeing this.

Lü Yang, however, stayed calm and spoke indifferently to Chen Anmin, “Stand down and reorganize the troops. I will speak a few words with this Outer Heavenly Demon.”

“But…”

Chen Anmin immediately became a little anxious.

“Hmm?”

Lü Yang let out a muffled hum from his nose, staring straight at Chen Anmin.

Seeing this scene, Chen Anmin immediately panicked and took a step back.

After all, the current army was personally built by Lü Yang.

His prestige was so high that even Chen Anmin instinctively chose to obey.

However, after stepping back, when he raised his head again and looked at his own life star shining like the rising sun, and thought of his identity as 【Tomorrow’s Son of Heaven】, his eyes revealed unwillingness.

Seeing this, Lü Yang’s expression grew even deeper.

On the other side, Suo Huan smiled slightly and asked, “How about it? As long as Fellow Daoist is willing, I am willing to help you leave this place safely and without harm.”

“…No need.”

Lü Yang was silent for a moment before shaking his head.

“Senior’s kindness is appreciated, but I have my own plans. There is no need to accept this favor.”

“Is that so? What a pity.”

Suo Huan was not surprised when he heard this and nodded slightly, then smoothly shifted the topic.

“In that case, why don’t we discuss another deal?”

Lü Yang was somewhat curious upon hearing this, but saw Suo Huan calmly continue.

“I want to know all the details of how Fellow Daoist Chong Guang once sought the Golden Core, as well as his methods.”

“Fellow Daoist was once Chong Guang’s trusted aide.”

“All those who entered the Blessed Land back then had their merit and destiny drained.”

“That foolish woman Miaoyin was one of them, adding insult to injury.”

“Only you retained most of your destiny. I doubt that was a coincidence… I am very curious about the reason.”

This was one of Suo Huan’s purposes for coming here.

For those in the late Foundation Establishment Realm, or even those nearing perfection, the most precious thing was the method of seeking the Golden Core.

Without great opportunities and tremendous fortune, such methods were nowhere to be found.

Suo Huan had such an opportunity only because he had once been the Child of Destiny in a region of the world.

‘My Golden Core-seeking method is called the 《All Spirits Return to the Ruins Dao Scripture》.’

‘It is a water-path method, bestowed upon me together with the Blessed Land before the fall of the 【Huanxu World】.’

However, the 【Huanxu World】 had only condensed a prototype of a fruit position at that time.

Although he had deduced the method himself, there were bound to be flaws.

Since Suo Huan fled the world, he had spent six hundred years trying to patch these flaws, piecing them together to finally give this Golden Core method some form.

But it was ultimately still lacking.

‘Like Chong Guang, with deep foundations and the support of a True Lord behind him, a Grand True Person like him could directly invite a True Lord to help perfect his Golden Core-seeking method.’

‘I, however, cannot.’

‘After all, I have no True Lord I can trust. I can only rely on myself to think it over again and again.’

‘Only by borrowing Chong Guang’s Golden Core-seeking experience do I have a chance.’

Even though this would at most slightly increase his chances of forming a Golden Core, even a slight increase was worth striving for with all his might.

Thinking of this, Suo Huan looked at Lü Yang again, bowed solemnly, and said, “I humbly ask for Fellow Daoist’s guidance.”

“If there is anything you desire, I can agree to it.”

“I have been cultivating overseas for six hundred years and have amassed some wealth.”

“If Fellow Daoist wishes to break through to the late stage in the future, I can also assist.”

As he spoke, Suo Huan revealed a circular light behind his head.

Countless scenes appeared within the light.

It was a land full of ruins, broken walls, and rubble, carrying a sense of deathly stillness, yet beneath that stillness, a thread of life was hidden.

“This is the 【Lingxu Blessed Land】.”

Suo Huan sincerely said, “The Blessed Land holds the mystery of avoiding tribulations.”

“If Fellow Daoist breaks through to the late stage within it, it can at least reduce the power of the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation by more than thirty percent.”

This was both a deal and a favor.

Suo Huan unhesitatingly laid out all his cards without the slightest attempt to bargain.

First, because Chong Guang’s Golden Core-seeking experience was crucial.

Second, because he had heard Lü Yang’s name from the mouth of 【True Lord Zeng Cai Qiluo】.

Combined with the presence of 【True Lord Qingcheng Feixue】, this small True Person was clearly favored by at least two True Lords.

Buying favor was definitely worthwhile.

‘Miaoyin didn’t die unjustly, to dare provoke such a person…’

‘I’d be lucky to even build a good relationship with him!’

Perhaps when the two True Lords behind Lü Yang learned of this matter, they might think even more highly of Suo Huan.

He did not mind trying any opportunity that came his way.

Lü Yang, of course, had also seen through Suo Huan’s thoughts.

‘What a rogue cultivator…!’

Lü Yang knew all too well how hard it was for a rogue cultivator to achieve anything in this broken place.

Even reaching mid-Foundation Establishment was considered incredibly fortunate.

Late Foundation Establishment?

Still seeking the Golden Core?

Just thinking about it made Lü Yang feel that this Grand True Person before him was anything but ordinary.

At that moment, his expression also became much more serious.

“This junior currently has no use for the Blessed Land.”

“Since Senior is sincere, just offer a little as you see fit.”

“.”

As soon as Lü Yang said this, Suo Huan’s face immediately turned bitter.

“Offer a little as I see fit?”

Wasn’t that just asking me to give a little of everything?

The Saint Sect’s True Persons were truly greedy beyond measure!

Though he thought this, Suo Huan’s smile grew even more radiant.

He carefully sized up Lü Yang again, calculated for a moment, then lowered his voice and said, “I have some understanding of the art of artifact refining.”

“If Fellow Daoist is interested, I can craft a spiritual treasure tailored specifically for you.”

As soon as he said this, Lü Yang’s eyebrows instantly rose.

After all, up to now, he had only used spiritual treasures that belonged to others.

Although there was no problem in wielding them, there was always a lack of intimacy.

But one must not underestimate this layer of intimacy.

If a spiritual treasure could harmonize with its master’s soul and life, it could indirectly enhance the master’s magical powers.

Moreover, only such spiritual treasures had the potential to “seek the truth,” advancing alongside their master in the future and transforming into the legendary True Treasures.

This alone was enough to make Lü Yang’s heart waver!

Suo Huan had clearly put thought into this.

Knowing that a customized, exclusive spiritual treasure was invaluable to Lü Yang, he proactively proposed it.

Seeing Lü Yang’s interest, Suo Huan finally smiled.

He then took a step back and said, “This matter can wait until I set up the artifact furnace and make all the preparations.”

“Then I shall invite Fellow Daoist to visit.”

“By then, once the spiritual treasure is complete, Fellow Daoist can record Chong Guang’s Golden Core-seeking experience for me.”

“…Deal!”

Suo Huan’s conditions were so thorough and considerate that Lü Yang naturally had no reason to refuse.

“Then I shall trouble Senior to go to such lengths.”

“Not at all, not at all…”

Suo Huan cupped his hands in salute, then his figure gradually faded and disappeared into the air, never once displaying the slightest of a Grand True Person’s imposing aura from beginning to end.

‘Suo Huan…’

Lü Yang silently muttered in his heart, still pondering and calculating the background of this Grand True Person.

However, a voice filled with suppressed reproach suddenly came from beside him.

“Immortal Master, how could you let an Outer Heavenly Demon go!?”

Lü Yang snapped out of his thoughts and turned his head to look behind him.

He saw Chen Anmin standing there, his face full of anger as he glared at Lü Yang, the 【Tomorrow’s Son of Heaven】 shining brightly above his head.