Longevity through Upgrading Buildings

Chapter 692: Chapter 300: Old Demon Chou!

...It seems like I’m truly in conflict with this Blood Luo Mountain. When I reach Nascent Soul Formation in the future, I must demand an explanation from Blood Luo Mountain!

Since I can’t buy it, Ji Yuan decides to handle it personally.

It’s just one word, kill!

For instance, killing this group of demon cultivators. Even if a few corpses get damaged in the process, at least a few will remain.

From what Ji Yuan currently understands, he could coordinate with Liu Yuan and the others for a pincer attack at that time.

As long as Chang Kun can temporarily hold off the Empty Soul Wanderer in the Fake Pill Realm, there shouldn’t be a big problem.

It’s just uncertain when they will arrive.

But fortunately, Ji Yuan isn’t in a hurry. It’s just a matter of waiting a bit longer, and besides, his time in Baishou Town has been fairly comfortable.

However, Ji Yuan is still a bit puzzled about the lack of communication with Chang Kun and the others using communication talismans.

After all, when they parted, Chang Kun and the others were not far from Baishou Town, so it shouldn’t have taken them this long to come over.

Could it be that they’ve been delayed by something else?

It can’t be that they’ve encountered danger, right?

Ji Yuan finds it odd primarily because of one thing.

The communication talisman doesn’t work.

But just as he was about to go out to investigate, he suddenly received a communication from Empty Soul Wanderer.

"Brother Qiu, if you’re free, come over."

Since it was an invitation from Empty Soul Wanderer, Ji Yuan couldn’t refuse. But when he arrived at the wanderer’s residence, he found that not only was he there, but also his good buddy, Luo Ma.

"Greetings to Brother Soul, Brother Luo Ma."

At this moment, Ji Yuan was disguised as Qiu Qianhai’s appearance from when he was at the Ghost Seeking Cave, rugged with a beard. So when he entered, he confidently clasped his fists heroically.

"Brother Qiu, have a seat, let’s talk sitting down."

Once Ji Yuan took his seat, Empty Soul Wanderer raised his hand to activate the restriction in the room.

Ji Yuan wasn’t anxious at the sight since he wasn’t worried about Empty Soul Wanderer discovering his identity. This show was mostly for discussing some matter, probably.

"Here’s the thing, I called you over today because there’s something I might need you to handle, Brother Qiu."

Empty Soul Wanderer said thoughtfully.

"Brother Soul, just say it, your business is my business!"

Ji Yuan pounded his chest loudly in assurance.

"Ah, that’s what makes you such a good brother of the Demon Dao!"

Empty Soul Wanderer, hearing Ji Yuan’s unwavering tone, felt reassured, turned back to his seat, and began to speak: "Here’s the matter."

"Have you ever heard of the demon hunting squad, Brother Qiu?"

Ji Yuan, who was originally nonchalant, felt a jolt upon hearing this, but outwardly remained composed as he said:

"I’ve heard some brothers mention it, saying it’s just a group organized by the orthodox side as a last stand, made up of peak Foundation Establishment cultivators."

"But with Brother Soul here, that so-called demon hunting squad is just a mob, weak as chickens and dogs!"

Ji Yuan waved his hand grandly, speaking with boldness.

"Cough, cough."

Empty Soul Wanderer hurriedly coughed to cover his embarrassment, "It can’t be said that way; the demon hunting squad consists of the prodigies from the six schools of Shang Dong, and they do have some strength."

"Then, Brother Soul called me over for what purpose?"

As Ji Yuan said this, he was already having some misgivings in his heart.

...Could Chang Kun and the others have already fallen into a trap?

Otherwise, why is there still no news?

And this shows that the demon cultivators from Shangxi do have methods, and on top of that, they are ruthless and cunning, without a single fool among them!

Darn hard to deal with.

"Since Brother Qiu is straightforward, let me be direct with you. We’ve been eyeing this demon hunting squad for a long time, and the reason I chose to set up a stronghold here was precisely to lure this demon hunting squad."

Empty Soul Wanderer laid out the situation directly.

Ji Yuan listened and felt a tug at his heart... Darn it, so that’s why high-level hunters often appear as prey?

Using oneself as bait.

Is this something humans can even think up!

Chang Kun and the others thought they’d found a suitable group of demon cultivators, but didn’t realize they were the ones being targeted as demon hunters!

Brilliant, truly brilliant!

"Actually, not long ago, I had already made a move on that demon hunting squad. Unfortunately, I wasn’t strong enough to be completely sure, only managing to kill one. But back then, I knew that as long as we stayed here, they would definitely come back for revenge."

After Empty Soul Wanderer finished, Luo Ma added:

"Just as the boss predicted, that demon hunting squad returned, and we’ve been guiding them around in circles nearby."

...So that’s how it is, I wondered why I couldn’t reach them.

Ji Yuan’s doubts were cleared, replaced by caution and circumspection.

"So, Brother Soul means... that you want old Qiu to do what?"

Ji Yuan asked solemnly.

"Here’s the situation: We have the demon hunting squad trapped in a valley array, but to ensure absolute certainty, we have yet to take action."

"So we’re thinking of having you and Luo Ma go to our headquarters, to invite three Fake Pill Realm cultivators to come over. Then, we can give this demon hunting squad an overwhelming suppression!"

Empty Soul Wanderer’s mouth curled up into a grotesque smile that was uglier than a cry.

...Aren’t demon cultivators supposed to be reckless?

Why is it that every demon cultivator I’ve encountered is exceedingly cautious?

You’ve trapped the orthodox people in an array and you’re still considering inviting three Fake Pill Realm cultivators over.