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"Pang Kun and the other three all have a common characteristic—they all cultivated the 'Corpse King Blood Refining thod.' So, I went to find Elder Bi Zhan from the Transmission Hall, and from him, I learned that he had once received Han Wu's request and had leaked the list of cultivators who practiced the 'Corpse King Blood Refining thod.'"
"After that, I found Han Wu. According to him, he handed the list to a mysterious Golden Core cultivator. However, he didn't know the true identity of this cultivator; only Jing Kai knew."
"Then, I found Jing Kai. From him, I learned of your identity."
Zhu Yin spoke slowly and calmly, seemingly unconcerned that Song Wen might suddenly act against her.
She continued, "Rest assured, no one else knows about this except for . And, I've already taken care of both Jing Kai and Han Wu for you."
Song Wen furrowed his brows slightly. "Why are you doing this?"
"To gain your trust," Zhu Yin replied.
"Why?" Song Wen asked.
"To get the Nascent Spirit Pill! As long as you can refine the Nascent Spirit Pill as soon as possible, even if you kill all the Golden Core cultivators from Wu Ji Sect, it won't concern ," Zhu Yin said, her expression firm.
"You are also a Golden Core cultivator of Wu Ji Sect. Aren't you afraid that I might act against you?" Song Wen asked, with a teasing look.
"You won't. You have a very clear purpose in your actions. You only take action on matters that benefit you. Things that don't help you, you won't bother with. Although I don't know why you are hunting those who cultivate the 'Corpse King Blood Refining thod,' I don't practice that thod. By the way, you had Han Wu investigate my cultivation thod. I can tell you directly—it's the 'Mysterious Maiden Yin Devil Art,'" Zhu Yin explained.
Song Wen looked at Zhu Yin in confusion, not understanding why she would voluntarily expose her cultivation thod.
The 'Mysterious Maiden Yin Devil Art' was unknown to Song Wen, likely an obscure cultivation thod.
"When exactly do you plan to start refining the Nascent Spirit Pill?"
Zhu Yin seed unwilling to continue discussing her cultivation thod and decided to change the subject.
"Right now, it's still too early to begin refining the Nascent Spirit Pill. I plan to start in three years," Song Wen said.
"Why do you have to wait three years before starting alchemy?" Zhu Yin asked.
"I need so ti to comprehend the pill formula and the alchemy techniques," Song Wen replied casually.
He had already begun to understand the formula and alchemy techniques for the Nascent Spirit Pill.
The real reason, however, was that he needed ti to stabilize his rapidly growing cultivation.
Zhu Yin thought for a mont and replied, "Alright, I'll wait for you for three more years. After three years, I will co to find you."
After saying this, she removed the soundproof barrier and flew towards the ship.
Halfway through, she suddenly stopped and sent a ssage to Song Wen.
"By the way, you don't need to hide anymore. With my guarantee, Wu Ji Sect won't suspect you."
Once the Star Chariot Divine Ship was far away, Song Wen lowered his altitude and landed on Ji Yin Island.
After strolling around the island, he dived underwater and arrived at an uninhabited small island.
Despite Zhu Yin's strong assurances, Song Wen didn't follow her advice.
Even if Zhu Yin genuinely helped him cover everything up, he feared that there could still be unexpected complications.
The uninhabited small island lacked spiritual energy, and secluding himself there required consuming a large amount of spiritual stones. However, Song Wen was not lacking in spiritual stones at the mont.
Currently, he had over 1,700 high-quality spiritual stones, enough for him to squander.
Ti passed slowly as he continued his cultivation.
Three years passed in the blink of an eye.
During this ti, sothing unexpected happened.
His spiritual sense realm broke through to the early Nascent Soul stage.
This breakthrough in his spiritual sense was remarkably smooth, and it happened almost by accident.
The breakthrough in spiritual sense was undoubtedly great news for Song Wen, as it gave him greater confidence in successfully refining the Nascent Spirit Pill.
Over the three years, Song Wen only appeared on Ji Yin Island three tis.
He appeared to deliver spiritual stones to An Yin for the island rent and to ask her to investigate the movents on Ji Yin Island.
Two years ago, Song Wen had also sent a Shadow Gu to infiltrate the seabed trench near Yi Hong Island, but it failed to locate the Star Chariot Divine Ship.
It was unclear whether the Star Chariot Divine Ship was taken by Wu Ji Sect or accidentally picked up by a passerby.
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One day:
Zhu Yin's figure once again appeared on Ji Yin Island.
Having anticipated her arrival, Song Wen was already waiting in his cave on the island.
"Zhu Yin, co to my cave to discuss," he said as he opened the cave door subrged underwater.
Zhu Yin swiftly appeared outside the cave door. After thinking for a mont, she entered the cave.
Through the winding and narrow passage, Zhu Yin ascended and arrived at Song Wen's inner cave.
"Your cave is truly well-hidden. The entrance is even underwater. No wonder your maid has lived on the island for twenty years and still doesn't know where your cave is," Zhu Yin remarked, with a hint of teasing in her tone.
"I am different from you, my friend. You have the support of Wu Ji Sect and a powerful master behind you, which allows you to act without fear. To put it frankly, I am just an outer sect elder. In reality, I am no different from a rogue cultivator. If I weren't careful, my bones would probably have turned to ashes by now," Song Wen said.
Hearing this, Zhu Yin's face flashed with a slight unnatural expression but quickly concealed it.
She glanced around, inspecting the entire cave.
The interior of the cave was extrely simple, with very few furnishings.
Aside from the defensive, concealnt, and spirit-gathering formations, the only items in sight were a ditation cushion and a pill furnace—nothing else.
"Your cave is really quite shabby."
"As cultivators, we pursue longevity. What's the point of having a comfortable cave when it's not necessary?" Song Wen said lightly.
Zhu Yin looked at Song Wen deeply, a glimr of admiration flashing in her eyes.
Indeed, Song Wen's words weren't empty. In the entire cultivation world, how many could achieve what he had?
Cultivating on the path of immortality was long and monotonous, especially in such a dark and quiet cave.
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Although it was easier to focus on cultivation in a cave like this, over ti, one couldn't help but feel lonely and suppressed.
"My friend, I assu you didn't co here just to admire my cave? Or are you worried that I am lonely and decided to keep company?" Song Wen's tone carried a bit of mockery.
Zhu Yin shot him a glare. "The three-year deadline has passed. When do you plan to start refining the Nascent Spirit Pill?"
"Anyti," Song Wen said.
Over the past three years, while stabilizing his cultivation, Song Wen had also occasionally studied the alchemy thod for the Nascent Spirit Pill and had made so progress.
"How confident are you in successfully refining the Nascent Spirit Pill?" Zhu Yin asked seriously.
Song Wen wiped the smile from his face and said solemnly, "I can only say I will try my best. This is a fourth-grade pill, and who dares claim complete confidence?"
Zhu Yin raised her hand and flicked it, sending a storage bag flying.
"These are the spiritual herbs for three Nascent Spirit Pills. As per our agreent, no matter how many pills you refine, one will be mine."
Song Wen took the storage bag.
"Don't worry, I won't break my word."
Zhu Yin nodded and turned toward a corner of the cave, seemingly intending to stay there and not leave.
"Zhu Yin, what are you doing?" Song Wen asked.
Zhu Yin took out a ditation cushion and sat cross-legged. After settling down, she slowly spoke.
"Naturally, I'm here to protect you, so you won't be disturbed while refining the pills."
(End of the Chapter)
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