Immortal of the Nine Realms

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Chapter 215: Seeking Death

The two sides met, and a fierce battle ensued. The Nightmare Knights formed military formations, showcasing abundant battle experience. However, the martial artists from the Frost Water Empire had higher cultivation levels. The Nightmare Knights out-numbered them, but that didn’t matter, they were still able to fight back against them effectively.

Ji Congyun, accompanied by several Longevity Qi Stage martial artists, was entangled in combat with the Forgotten Sea Sword sect master and the others. Wherever they passed, an area full of destruction would be left behind. No one dared to approach, afraid of being affected by the shockwaves of their battle.

In the chaotic battlefield, Fang Chen's side appeared surprisingly calm. Both the Nightmare Knights and the martial artists from the martial world kept their distance.

The former were afraid of disturbing Fang Chen, and the latter were afraid of Zhao Yan.

Suddenly, Xu Qingfeng looked at Ji Lengxing with some confusion. "Why did your patriarch set up an ambush here in advance? How did you determine that our sect master and others would lay in wait here specifically?"

"We certainly couldn't determine that." Ji Lengxing sighed. "That's why the patriarch had me bring you along. If you leaked information, we would be exactly where we want to be."

Xu Qingfeng's expression shifted erratically. He hadn't expected that he’d be manipulated. However, he was still doubtful. "What if I hadn't leaked any information? Wouldn't your patriarch have made this trip in vain? Is it all because of Fang Chen? Is he so important to your Ji family?"

"You don't understand." Ji Lengxing shook his head slightly. He didn’t say anything more and remained silent.

When Ji Congyun had told him that there would be a chance for an immortal to rise from the Ji family, he was more than shocked himself. Now, whenever he faced Fang Chen, Ji Lengxing would show utmost respect. Not to mention waiting in ambush here for several days, even if Ji Congyun escorted Fang Chen all the way to Grand Xia, it would be nothing. If the Ji family could produce an immortal, the status of the Frost Water Empire would naturally rise, and there might even be a chance for them to enter the seventh tier. In the face of such temptation, what did the martial arts heritage of the Frost Water Empire amount to?

Unfortunately, this couldn't be made public.

After a dozen breaths, injuries were evident on the Forgotten Sea Sword Sect master and the others. Faced with Ji Congyun and several Longevity Qi Stage martial artists from the military, their methods were noticeably weaker!

Suddenly, a Longevity Qi Stage martial artist shouted in anger, "Forgotten Sea Sword sect master, we should target Fang Chen to stop the entire operation! As long as we capture Fang Chen, that old man, Ji Congyun, won't dare touch us!"

When he heard that, the Forgotten Sea sect master immediately broke off from Ji Congyun and bolted toward Fang Chen. The other three Longevity Qi Stage martial artists did the same.

The Longevity Qi Stage martial artists from the military intended to pursue them, but Ji Congyun raised his hand to signal them to stand down.

"No need to chase after them. They're courting death," said Ji Congyun calmly.

They're courting death?

The military Longevity Qi Stage martial artists looked at each other in surprise.

The Nightmare Knights around them stopped and retreated, regrouping. The martial artists from the martial world did the same, creating distance between them and the Nightmare Knights. The gaze of both sides almost all fell on the four people of the Forgotten Sea Sword Sect.

The four of them clearly sensed that something was afoot, but now, it was difficult to retreat. Capturing Fang Chen was their only chance at turning the situation around.

One of them planned to deal with Zhao Yan, while the other three would capture Fang Chen together. However, he found that Zhao Yan had no intention of taking action, just coldly watching him with a smirk on his face.

It was then that a silver light flashed.

The four Longevity Qi Stage martial artists suddenly stiffened, then fell to the ground, lifeless.

When the hundreds of Earth Profound Stage martial artists witnessed this scene, shock filled their hearts—it was evident on their faces. Their hearts began loudly pounding.

"How... how is this possible?”

"It can't be..." Xu Qingfeng was the closest to the four, and he clearly saw that each of them had a through-and-through hole from their foreheads to the back of their skulls.

His face turned deathly pale, and his eyes filled with terror.

How did the Longevity Qi Stage martial artists die in the blink of an eye?

Suddenly, Fang Chen's voice sounded from inside the carriage. "Let’s continue with our journey."

Waving his hand, Zhao Yan ordered, "Depart."

With this, the convoy continued on their way, and this time, no Earth Profound martial artist dared block their way. They were bewildered, unsure of what to do.

Ji Congyun glanced at them and calmly said, "Drop your weapons, and I'll spare your lives."

One by one, they dropped their weapons to the ground, their eyes filled with despair and fear.

***

Dragon Ridge Lane.

Fang Chen showed the cultivators at the entrance his token and passed through.

He was alone right now; Zhao Yan and the others had continued on their way to the capital city of Grand Xia to escort the martial arts scrolls safely.

Similar to last time, the streets were filled with small vendors along the way. The cultivation levels of these vendors weren't particularly high, mostly ranging from the first level of Qi Refining to the fourth level. Even someone at the fifth level of Qi Refining was a rare sight.

However, unlike the last time when Fang Chen only strolled through these makeshift stalls without delving deep into Dragon Ridge, this time he noticed there were many shops in addition to the stalls.

The largest one had a constant stream of people going in and out. Although everyone entered with joy, they all wore pained expressions upon leaving. Fang Chen hadn't entered it before, as he had a limited amount of spirit stones back then.

Suddenly, one of the cultivators approached Fang Chen, trying to strike up a conversation. "Brother, you look familiar,” he said. “Yes, yes, I remember now. Weren't you looking to buy spiritual materials for talismans last time?"

Hearing his voice, Fang Chen remembered who this person was. The first time he came to Dragon Ridge, this guy was selling brushes, yellow-ranked talisman paper, and cinnabar. He even tried to take advantage of him.

Fang Chen smiled faintly. "You have a good memory, brother. Is there something you need?"

The cultivator’s voice was hushed. "I see that you’re planning to visit the Dragon Ridge Trading Company, brother. You must’ve struck it rich, I see. However, I must tell you, the items inside are still quite a bit expensive,” he said. “I happen to have acquired a batch of excellent materials for talismans recently. Would you like to take a look, brother?"

Fang Chen laughed. "I think that’s unnecessary. The price you offered last time was quite unreasonable."

The cultivator’s expression changed slightly, and, with a bit of embarrassment, he said, "That was because I didn’t know you last time! But things are different now! The items are of good quality and reasonably priced. Brother, you must have a look!"

Thinking about it for a moment, Fang Chen said, "Then take them out. Let me have a look."

"I dare not carry such valuable items on me. To be honest, me and my brothers obtained these items from a dangerous place. They are currently with my eldest brother. Brother, come with me to check the goods. Even if the deal doesn't go through, it's a chance for us to get to know each other," he explained.

"Lead the way."

"Please follow me, brother."

Before long, Fang Chen was led to a small shop on the outskirts of Dragon Ridge. There weren't many cultivators stationed here, and the business seemed poor.

Inside the shop, a cultivator lazily sat in a reclining chair. As soon as he saw the two, he immediately turned lively.

"Big Brother, I've brought a customer for you. Quickly, take out the good stuff and show them to the customer," said the man.

The cultivator in the shop understood and approached with enthusiasm. "How should I address you, esteemed guest? I am Lin Yuezheng. You've come to the right place; everything in my shop is of good quality and reasonably priced."

"Your brother mentioned that you have excellent materials for talismans. Take them out and let me have a look. I want to see brushes, talisman paper, and cinnabar," said Fang Chen with a smile.

“Wait a moment, Sir. I'll fetch them for you right away." Lin Yuezheng nodded and turned away for a moment to fetch the items.

Shortly after, he returned with them and placed them on the counter before him.

Fang Chen took one of the brushes, and with a bit of force, the brush immediately broke into two pieces. Each piece fell to the floor.

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