Chapter 193: Chapter 95: When Fellow Townsmen Meet

Three strategies, none of which are perfect.

The first strategy completely relies on others, hinging on a single thought of good and evil, which is difficult to guarantee.

For things that cannot be controlled by oneself, any accident is not surprising.

Li Jizhou quickly ruled it out.

As for the second strategy, the cost is too high. If it’s just to achieve Core Formation, the price is quite steep, unless one wishes to establish a sect or build a power.

The third strategy, if one can find a location occupying a Tier Three Middle Grade Spirit Vein, where no late-stage Core Formation cultivators exist, it is feasible.

Given the six Tier Three puppets he currently possesses, all fused with special demon pills, and with the addition of Tier Three arrays set up, plus the half-step Golden Core Guagua, he should be able to withstand the interference from those in the mid-stage Core Formation at the moment of resonance with the heavens and earth.

The only difficulty is, it is almost impossible for a sect or power occupying a Tier Three Middle Grade Spirit Vein not to have a late-stage Core Formation cultivator overseeing it; otherwise, how could they hold on to it?

Even now, as Golden Sun Sect remains secluded, closed off, if not for the presence of a late-stage Core Formation guard, it could not truly be stable.

For a moment, Li Jizhou found it difficult to make a decision.

At this moment, the communication talisman activated.

Over the years, Xiaoguo had developed a great rapport, and whenever there were Tier Three materials or Tier Two high-quality items in the outer shop that might interest Li Jizhou, she would secretly send him a message.

“Tier Three Mid Stage demon pill?” Li Jizhou’s interest was piqued.

Tier Three demon pills, for others, are primarily used as auxiliary ingredients for certain Tier Three pills, or the main ingredient for Blood Fiend pills for demon beast advancement, but for Li Jizhou, it remains a key material for significantly increasing puppet combat power.

The previous six puppets’ demon pills were practically acquired in this way.

However, this would be his first encounter with a Tier Three Mid Stage demon pill.

Cultivators in the southern region of Yan Kingdom would seldom risk their lives unless under special circumstances with demon beasts that could rival those in the mid-stage Core Formation.

After all, Nascent Soul True Monarchs in Yan Kingdom are predominantly located in the northern region, while Tier Three demon beasts mostly reside deep within the Purple Vine Mountain Range in the south.

For southern Yan Kingdom cultivators, ordinary late-stage Core Formation is nearly revered. Even strong forces attempting to kill Tier Three Mid Stage demon beasts lack certainty, and should they encounter beasts with special bloodline talents at this stage, mutual destruction is possible.

Li Jizhou benefited from the cultivation technique gifted by Ye Jingyu, leading to a substantial increase in his Divine Soul, barely comparable to late-stage Core Formation, and already capable of crafting Tier Three Advanced Level puppets.

Tier Three Advanced Level puppets utilizing Tier Three Middle Level demon pills would serve as a powerful means of protection.

Without hesitation, Li Jizhou stepped towards the front shop.

He happened to see Xiaoguo completing discussions with the seller, signing a consignment agreement.

Li Jizhou remained indifferent, pretending to be an ordinary customer, standing at the counter and assessing the demon pill in Xiaoguo’s hand.

The agreed sale price was eight thousand five hundred spirit stones.

Such demon pills in specialty shops typically sell for around nine thousand five, but the purchase rates don’t generally reach eight thousand.

Because as time passes, the demonic power within demon pills experiences loss; if not sold swiftly, the value greatly diminishes.

And in auctions, there’s no certainty it will reach nine thousand five, plus auction houses require fees.

The main issue is the practical utility of such demon pills is somewhat limited; generally, Tier Three Early Stage suffices for Blood Fiend Pills; Tier Three Mid Stage isn’t necessary.

“Hmm, a Thunder Attribute demon pill, if its bloodline talent involves lightning, that’s excellent.” Li Jizhou’s Divine Sense examined it, and his heart stirred with interest.

Thunder Attribute demon beasts account for Anomalous Spirit Roots, their talents significantly surpass those of ordinary five-element demon beasts.

“Steward Zhou, if you require anything else, feel free to instruct us. Our Taobao Pavilion will certainly serve you wholeheartedly.”

Suddenly, the voice of Taobao Pavilion’s staff was heard bidding farewell to a customer.

“Haha, of course, for years, all our purchases from the Yu family have been with your Taobao Pavilion.” Steward Zhou laughed heartily as he walked out.

A few subordinates followed behind.

Li Jizhou turned slightly and paused briefly upon seeing the Yu family steward.

“Hiss~ You…” At the same time, Steward Zhou realized the presence of Li Jizhou.

“Li Jizhou?”

“Zhou Cang!”

Since seeing Zhou Cang’s wanted notice at Spirit Pearl Mountain’s market and confirming Yu Ziyu’s identity, Li Jizhou knew Zhou Cang must have joined Yu Ziyu.

Unexpectedly, upon arriving in Yan Kingdom, they encountered each other again.

This man, after licking blood on a knife edge with Yu Ziyu in Qi Kingdom, surprisingly didn’t die there!

Moreover, the magical power exuded from him now is on par with a Fake Pill.

A quick perception of age and lifespan, a lifespan limit of two hundred ninety-eight.

He’s indeed formed a Fake Pill.

Li Jizhou couldn’t help but regard Zhou Cang more highly.

Back then, surviving amid the slums of Inverted Mountain, similarly rejected by Golden Sun Sect due to insufficient talent,

He resolutely left Inverted Mountain,

Now, has truly fought to an extraordinary position!

With his Lower-grade Spirit Root, reaching the stage of forming a Fake Pill in this lifetime is already his upper limit, remarkably impressive!

“So you didn’t die? How did you come to Yan Kingdom? I thought you would have perished in the chaos of Inverted Mountain!” Zhou Cang was equally astonished, and scrutinized Li Jizhou, his expression vividly intriguing.

“Come on, there’s no room for conversation here. I’ll let you relax well today!” Zhou Cang pulled Li Jizhou and headed out.

This scene left Xiaoguo and a group of shop assistants looking at each other in confusion.

However, since the owner hadn’t spoken, they refrained from saying much.

“Old Li, I truly didn’t expect to reunite again; we’ve really met old friends in a foreign land; today, let’s not rest until we’re drunk!”

“Look at me, I’ve achieved Core Formation.”

“Whoa, you’ve already reached the Late Stage of Foundation Establishment; quickly tell me what you’ve been up to all these years!”

“You damn man dared to consume Youthful Appearance Pills? Goodness, nearing one hundred years old and still looking like a handsome young lad.”

“Oh, by the way, what are you doing here now? How have you been? Want to come with me to the Yu family?”

“Have you heard of the Yu family? We’re located in the west, possess a Tier Three Middle Grade Spirit Vein. Our family lady is not only a top-ranked figure in the Hidden Dragon Ranking, but also one of Yan Kingdom’s three beauties; no, in my heart, our lady is definitely number one!”

…

Throughout the journey, Zhou Cang was unstoppable, his excitement evident.

Li Jizhou found no opportunity to interject, merely listened quietly.

Separated for seventy-five years, last time they were youthful and vigorous.

Now, Li Jizhou remains the same, yet Zhou Cang has already transformed into a brawny man.

However, previously in Qi Kingdom, the wanted notice showed a scar on his face, whereas now it is absent; uncertain if it was a disguise or subsequent treatment to remove it.

“Exactly, this is the place. Come, today I’ll let you thoroughly enjoy yourself.” Zhou Cang said heartily upon arriving in front of a decorative pavilion in the bustling central area of Liuyun City.

It is Phoenix Cry Tower, the most upscale service venue in Liuyun City.

Within, music and song are unparalleled.

Not only does the hall provide melodious bamboo tunes, but also the upper pavilion offers exquisite dual cultivation techniques.

This is indeed an industry belonging to Joyful Union Sect, renowned across the myriad realms.

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