Chapter 80: Chapter 80: The Truth Behind the Opportunity

Shen Wenxing originally planned to build a small courtyard for Xu Xiu beside Black Water Pool, right next to Lu Zhiyuan’s courtyard.

But Xu Xiu did not agree and only had a simple thatched hut constructed by craftsmen.

From this, it can be seen that he had no intention of staying long, and the notion of “building a hut to live a secluded life” was false.

Shen Yuan came out of the house and found Xu Xiu fishing by the pool.

“Uncle.”

Xu Xiu looked up, smiling: “Brother Shen, up so early?”

Shen Yuan walked up, sat down on a bluestone, and said, “My son returned yesterday, and I suddenly thought of something.”

Mentioning Shen Wen’an, Xu Xiu seemed very concerned, quickly turning his body, “What is it?”

Seeing this, Shen Yuan was even more certain of Xu Xiu’s intentions and continued, “Uncle has pursued the Immortal Path all his life but has been unable to advance because of our poor location.”

“You did my son and me a great favor back then, so last night, I discussed with my son Wen’an. When he’s done with his master, he will take you to the Immortal world.”

“I hope that in the Immortal world, Uncle can make progress and walk further along the Immortal Path.”

Xu Xiu’s eyes sparkled uncontrollably, and his body trembled with excitement.

“This… this…”

With gratitude on his face, he looked at Shen Yuan, then stood up and gave a deep bow!

“Younger Brother Shen, I… I am ashamed!”

“What are you doing, Uncle?”

Shen Yuan quickly tried to help him up.

But Xu Xiu insisted and, after completing the ceremony, awkwardly said, “Younger Brother Shen treats me so sincerely and considers my welfare, yet I…”

“Alas!”

He slowly sat back on the bluestone, lightly patting Shen Yuan’s hand and said, “Honestly, I didn’t return to retire but because… while traveling in Manwu County, I heard your son had joined the Immortal Sect.”

“Since receiving the Immortal Technique a century ago, after my family passed away, the Immortal Path is my only pursuit.”

“Alas…”

“It’s all in the past now,” Shen Yuan cheerfully interrupted.

The fact that Xu Xiu could candidly admit this meant he was worth associating with.

At least from his perspective, Xu Xiu did nothing wrong.

In the past, despite only a brief encounter, he gifted his father and him the Breathing Technique. Although it was somewhat self-interested, it was still a favor.

This time, he opened up and spoke, essentially asking for the favor of the past in return.

“Alas!”

“I have lived foolishly for over a hundred years, falling deeply into obsession.”

“Let it be, let it be.”

Xu Xiu waved his hand as if a burden was lifted, showing a slight smile on his face.

“Younger Brother Shen, our meeting is fate, and I am grateful. If I can visit the Immortal world, there will be nothing left here worth holding onto.”

While speaking, he took out a delicate cloth bag from his bosom.

“Inside is an Ancient Ruins Map I obtained by chance years ago.”

“But most of the things around the ruins have been taken by me.”

Feeling a bit embarrassed, Xu Xiu quickly said, “There are still some good things inside. If you don’t mind, Younger Brother Shen, please accept it.”

Looking at the cloth bag, Shen Yuan felt a sense of joy!

Is this the big secret Xu Xiu had?

An Ancient Ruins Map…

He respectfully accepted the cloth bag, expressing his thanks repeatedly.

Xu Xiu, satisfied, stroked his beard and pulled the fishing rod from the water.

“After this farewell, I fear meeting Younger Brother Shen again won’t be possible.”

“This fishing rod, made from Ink Bamboo, was obtained from those ruins. I give it to you as a memento.”

Shen Yuan received the fishing rod, feeling its weight in his hand.

Curious, he examined it. It was indeed Ink Bamboo but as heavy as copper or iron.

“Thank you, Uncle.”

Xu Xiu waved his hand and said, “I’ll be meditating in the hut these days. When your son and the Immortal depart, please inform me.”

Shen Yuan nodded, watching him leave gracefully.

On the Extreme North Snowfield, an icy platform formed atop a towering peak.

In the center of the platform, twelve figures sat cross-legged, surrounded by young men and women in varied attire.

“Mountain Master He, both from Qishan Immortal Sect, we’ve been old acquaintances. It’s not decent that Hundred Beasts Mountain hid the discovery of something good.”

Among the twelve silhouettes, a thin old man with a hooked nose was the first to speak.

As his voice fell, the others looked towards the leader from Hundred Beasts Mountain — Mountain Master He.

Mountain Master He’s diminutive stature seemed negligible, yet his aura was imposing.

He scanned the group with an unfriendly expression, “How amusing, when you discovered the Spirit Vein treasures, my Hundred Beasts Mountain didn’t see a thing!”

“Now my Hundred Beasts Mountain has an opportunity, and you’re sniffing it out like dogs… ”

“If you want a share, just say it, don’t be so pretentious!”

Unfazed, the hooked-nose elder smiled, “Mountain Master He is straightforward, so we won’t beat around the bush.”

“Today, we Twelve Immortal Sects gather here, hoping Mountain Master He will share the Yangnao Land opportunity with us.”

“Then we can discuss how to distribute it.”

After he finished, everyone present eagerly looked at Mountain Master He.

Though reluctant, Mountain Master He knew that if he didn’t share the secret, Hundred Beasts Mountain would face the combined force of the other eleven Immortal Sects.

Throughout Danzhou Qishan, there are nearly thirty Immortal Sect influences. Though Hundred Beasts Mountain ranks top five, it cannot withstand twelve Immortal Sects united.

However…

A strange smile appeared on Mountain Master He’s face as he spoke, “Since you’re all interested, listen carefully.”

“The opportunity is actually a Flood Dragon Corpse on the verge of Dragon Transformation.”

Flood Dragon Corpse?

Everyone frowned upon hearing this.

Seeing their expressions, Mountain Master He felt secretly pleased!

These people, just catching a whiff of a clue, rushed over like dogs to bones.

If Yangnao Land’s opportunity was an Ancient Relic, a Spirit Vein, or the like, Hundred Beasts Mountain might stall and negotiate.

But it’s just a Flood Dragon Corpse about to undergo Dragon Transformation, so Hundred Beasts Mountain felt no urgency.

Since each sect’s cultivation system differs, the Flood Dragon Corpse’s value varies among them.

Among the Immortal Sects, Qiyun Valley, adept in Alchemy Dao, uses Flood Dragon flesh and blood for refining elixirs. Vajra Sect, a Body Cultivator group, uses its blood for body tempering.

Hundred Beasts Mountain wishes to use the Flood Dragon Corpse to enhance War Beast bloodlines and strength.

For the other Immortal Sects, the Flood Dragon Corpse has lesser value.

Besides, only the scales and tendons can be exchanged for Spirit Crystals; the rest has limited use.

“Flood Dragons hoard treasures; was there nothing else near the Flood Dragon Corpse?”

Someone asked suspiciously.

Not very interested in the Flood Dragon Corpse, they were more intrigued by potential Magical Treasures or Spirit Crystals.

“How would I know?” Mountain Master He glared, “The Flood Dragon Corpse is deep within the mountain, surrounded by a natural aura and lingering wraith remnants.”

“Hundred Beasts Mountain has tried for a century and still hasn’t located the Flood Dragon Corpse’s exact position.”

With that said, everyone felt a quiet sense of relief.

Since the Flood Dragon Corpse hadn’t been found, it meant all benefits remained.

Some sharp thinkers realized that if Yangnao Land, sparse in Spiritual Qi, had a Flood Dragon that failed Dragon Transformation, it hinted at hidden potential, contrary to barren myths.

Since they were here, they might as well search thoroughly.

“A Flood Dragon Corpse it is, let’s discuss its distribution now,” the hooked-nosed elder said.

To them, while the Flood Dragon Corpse wasn’t critically important, securing a part for selling Spirit Crystals was beneficial.

Moreover, as the Flood Dragon species cherish treasures, there might be Magical Artifacts near the Flood Dragon Corpse.

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