Chapter 86: Follow-up

Wang Yu naturally agreed happily. He had been an outer sect disciple for almost nine years, which rounded up to ten, so it was time for him to advance.

After all, breaking through to Foundation Establishment as an outer sect disciple and as an inner sect disciple came with different treatments. When an inner sect disciple broke through, as long as they were under a hundred years old, they were eligible to undertake True Disciple trial missions!

This one point alone showed a world of difference.

Although Zhuo Shouqing didn't hold a high official position, the network and influence he could mobilize were in no way inferior to True Disciple Su, and it was less dangerous.

After all, they were a group of scions who valued their lives more than he did. As long as he could acquire spirit stones, his status would be similar to that of a "helper," specifically someone who accompanied high officials and nobles for entertainment.

The matter of the alchemist society was settled. Wang Yu had nearly fifty thousand spirit stones in hand, which would be enough for him for a long time.

Moreover, he lacked channels to convert spirit stones into strength.

Accumulating more would be useless.

Spirit stones had many uses. They could be used to replenish spiritual energy for spirit boats and array flags, or for daily cultivation, restoring spiritual power, and serving as a substitute for spiritual veins during breakthroughs.

Of course, their most important use was their purchasing power as currency.

Many things within the sect required contribution points.

These took time to earn. After a trip to Mysterious Bone Mountain, Wang Yu didn't have many left. The time cost was too great, making it not worthwhile.

He also wasn't lacking in conventional uses like spells, magical artifacts, or elixirs.

With deposits approaching fifty thousand spirit stones, it was safe to say he was almost the richest outer sect disciple.

After the capture incident, he returned to his residence in Evil God District.

He calmly awaited the follow-up from True Disciple Su and the Law Enforcement Hall. If True Disciple Su failed, the Demonic Embryo Profound Origin Secret Incantation might still fall into the hands of Zhuo Shouqing and his group, and he would simply have to wait.

Three days later.

Rumors of the alchemist society's downfall still circulated in the streets. Some sighed, regretting not buying more, believing there would never be such cheap elixirs for sale again.

Others scoffed, stating emphatically, "Within ten years, there will be a second alchemist society, a talisman master society, an artifact master society..."

The sect's internal monopolies were never limited to alchemy. Wang Yu knew best how terrifying the profits were.

However, these profits came from squeezing the sect's own industries, and the risk was simply too high. He would definitely not do it a second time, unless he left the Ten Reverse Blood Districts.

As agreed, Wang Yu went to the Law Enforcement Hall in Evil God District. This was his third visit.

Besides Zhuo Shouqing and Yu Xing, two Foundation Establishment cultivators, there was also a young man with golden hair, quite handsome, and the best-looking of the three.

However... Wang Yu's nostrils twitched strangely. This person had the scent of Crown Sunflower Nectar. As an alchemist, he was naturally proficient in pharmacology, and this substance's effect was to stabilize medicinal properties.

But it also had a little-known secret effect: dyeing!

Washing with spiritual energy of different attributes would produce different colors. The five basic elements yielded red, blue, gold, green, and brown.

Mixing and washing with multi-attribute spiritual energy could even create dazzling colors, but using it to dye hair... that was truly a unique talent.

"Cough—"

"Wang Yu greets the three sirs!"

The two were excitedly recounting the process, while the golden-haired man seemed a bit disappointed and resentful: "You guys are so disloyal, you didn't even wait for me for such fun."

Zhuo Shouqing said exasperatedly, "If we waited for you, it would have been too late. Just be happy with your share of the money; stop nagging here."

Yu Xing smiled without speaking.

Wang Yu's voice, however, shifted their attention. Zhuo Shouqing stepped forward to introduce him:

"This is the major contributor this time, named Wang Yu."

"Wang Yu, this is Zuoqiu Ming, the third deacon of the Law Enforcement Hall."

"Greetings, Sir Zuoqiu."

"This is Yu Xing, whom you've met before."

"Greetings, Sir Yu."

Regardless of how amiable the three were, Wang Yu respectfully bowed, never interjecting a word.

The personalities and aura of these three were starkly different from the atmosphere of the Reverse Blood Sect. This was due to their family backgrounds, which allowed them to live stable lives even if they were naive, loyal, idle, and bickered daily.

Of course, this didn't mean they were foolish; rather, their naive side was only revealed to each other, indicating trust!

He had previously interacted with Zhuo Shouqing alone, who seemed easily deceived but actually knew everything.

When it came to preying on others, he showed no mercy, and was even more vicious, even intending to swallow Deacon Xu's family assets. Saying he was greedy wouldn't even begin to describe it.

This showed that beneath their benevolent surface, there was still the underlying ruthlessness of demonic cultivators.

Wang Yu was different; he had too many things to consider.

Their social circles were different, and he couldn't force his way in. Or rather, the three of them formed a small group distinct from the larger environment, and presumably, many eyes were on them.

Their kindness towards him was naturally because he could bring them benefits.

Standing in the right position ensures success!

Seeing him stand respectfully aside, with no intention of speaking, Zhuo Shouqing showed an appreciative smile and raised a hand to silence the two chattering men.

"Wang Yu, I've investigated you."

"Born a spirit slave, you were promoted to outer sect disciple in less than half a year through the connection of a True Disciple from Cold Blood Peak. You've cultivated as an outer sect disciple for nearly ten years and are now at the late Qi Condensation stage."

"Am I correct?"

Wang Yu nodded.

"Sir Zhuo has keen insight. My life has indeed been as you described."

"Unfortunately—"

Seeing his humble yet firm attitude, Zhuo Shouqing swallowed the words he was about to say and changed his tone.

"You only have a trash spiritual root aptitude, and out of ambition to stand out, you exchanged longevity for cultivation to reach this point. But this is as far as you can go."

"According to my original plan, I intended to promote you to an inner sect disciple of Blood Nether Peak. However, your aptitude is limited, making it difficult for you to break through to Foundation Establishment in your lifetime, and you may not even live much longer."

"In that case, the inner sect disciple status is not as significant. Do you have any desired rewards you'd like to propose?"

Hearing this, Wang Yu was slightly surprised.

According to the mindset of the demonic path, those who lost their value had only one fate: abandonment!

Although he had brought two windfalls to Zhuo Shouqing, looking to the future, he was not someone worth investing in, but rather someone for short-term amusement.

Dismissing him with spirit stones would be the best method. However, given the current tone, it undoubtedly offered him a chance to change his fate.

After a moment of thought, Wang Yu decisively spoke.

"Has Sir Zhuo heard of the Demonic Embryo Profound Origin Secret Incantation?"

A look of surprise flashed in Zhuo Shouqing's eyes.

"That secret technique for improving aptitude, passed down by True Lord Nine Evils?"

"Precisely. This subordinate wishes to seek that technique to seize the chance to defy destiny and change my fate."

The three Foundation Establishment deacons exchanged glances. Zhuo Shouqing frowned.

"This secret incantation was given by the True Lord to the sect and also passed on to his relatives. Although very few cultivators have mastered it, it is a top-tier secret technique in the world. You have a lot of nerve, young man!"

Wang Yu persisted:

"This subordinate has heard that in the five hundred years since the technique was spread, tens of thousands of cultivators have attempted it, but only a handful succeeded. I only ask for a chance to cultivate it! I will have no regrets even if I die!"