Zheng Yi smiled warmly and comforted, "This is Celestial South Market, protected by arrays, and your husband has some means of self-defense.
Though perhaps not strong enough to match your former master, holding out for a time to deliver a message to the Wang Family Ancestor is absolutely no problem."
As he spoke, spiritual power surged around Zheng Yi, a faint wave sweeping over Wenn Qing’s head.
Wenn Qing felt a terrifying aura descend, almost stopping her breath, but it only lasted for a moment, greatly boosting her confidence.
Her gaze flickered as she glanced at Zheng Yi again, pondering to herself, "My husband’s Foundation Establishment Realm seems somewhat extraordinary."
But she knew well.
In the cultivation realm, one’s realm and strength deep foundation is the greatest taboo, asking about it can lead to deadly consequences.
If one’s divine power cards are exposed, it would undoubtedly endanger their life; to prevent leakage, extreme measures such as murder and cover-up are commonplace.
"Master, disciple has arrived."
Wenn Qing spoke as she walked forward.
Zheng Yi silently hid behind her, concealing his presence with Foundation Establishment cultivation.
Wenn Qing persistently reassured herself, "This is Celestial South Market; my husband is watching over me; nothing will happen, nothing will happen."
Wenn Qing arrived at the private room.
Inside were three figures, her opportunistic master, Qin Liang, the Inner Sect Steward of Mortal World Quarter and host of the Bone Transformation Lineage, along with her two senior brothers, Zhao Tian and Xue Ran.
"So my junior sister has arrived."
Zhao Tian spoke with a playful tone, a teasing expression on his face.
"I thought that my junior sister had grown bolder, even ignoring master’s words."
Xue Ran stood aside with arms crossed, body obscured behind a red veil, indifferent to the conflict between the two.
Qin Liang stood outside the private room, hands on the vermilion railing.
His gaze was fixed on the view of Qingshui River below the Sixteenth Floor of Drunken Immortal Tower.
Qingshui River was connected to Flower Lake, and many flower boats adorned the lake’s surface, adding unique charm to the Sixteenth Floor.
On Flower Lake, gentlemen played music, sang, and provided special services; as long as enough spirit stones were offered, the maidens of Celestial Yin Pavilion and Hehuan Sect on the Sixteenth Floor.
Would satisfy the guests’ desires.
This not only garnered spirit stones but also expedited cultivation techniques through special means, a profitable venture.
Because of this.
Qin Liang, the Inner Sect Steward of Mortal World Quarter in the private room, did not convene likeminded peers; even the two senior brothers Xue Ran and Zhao Tian beside him wouldn’t easily partake in such self-destructive acts.
After all, in Celestial Sound Pavilion and Hehuan Sect, indulging in pleasure leading to heart demons or being beguiled by the other’s secret techniques, would result in losing control of one’s body and mind, becoming a lifelong slave to the other.
"Please rest assured, Master."
"The Wang Family has been flourishing recently, thriving vigorously, with Celestial Profound Sword Sect as backing. I have informed the two senior brothers of these matters previously, without the slightest concealment."
Wenn Qing spoke obediently, eyes lowered.
Qin Liang turned around, his red long robe cascading down like a snowy mountain.
His sharp eyes fixed on Wenn Qing, asking, "Then tell me, does the Wang Family’s Third-grade Alchemist, the Wang Family’s Third Elder, have any other forces behind him?"
As he spoke, he approached Wenn Qing step by step, exuding an overwhelming sense of pressure.
Before Wenn Qing could respond, the pressure was effortlessly dispelled by an external wave of Foundation Establishment spiritual power.
Qin Liang’s expression was one of astonishment.
Then he gave a faint smile, "The Wang Family’s Third Elder arrived so quickly?
My disciple has truly grown rebellious, daring indeed."
However, Qin Liang did not erupt in anger or lash out at Wenn Qing.
On the contrary, he showed some interest and looked towards Zheng Yi in the corridor outside the private room door.
The door to the private room swiftly opened, Zheng Yi stepped inside and saluted, "Greetings, senior."
He could sense that Qin Liang bore no hostility or murderous intent towards him.
Zheng Yi had ample confidence.
As a second-grade alchemist, it was a secret of the Wang Family.
Those who knew were invariably loyalists of the Wang Family or deeply entangled in its interests, and wouldn’t betray the secret for minor benefit.
Doing so would be self-defeating, and the Wang Family was not so foolish.
And his true strength was definitely unknown to the Qin Liang before him, for even if someone sensed his extraordinary nature, it would require at least a Nascent Soul Realm cultivation to start.
With the Qin Liang before him being merely in the Foundation Establishment Realm, there was not much relevance.
Zheng Yi and Qin Liang, two Foundation Establishment cultivators, sat across from each other.
Qin Liang gestured to his two disciples behind him.
Signaling them to pour wine for Zheng Yi and himself before slowly retreating.
Qin Liang spoke, "No more of this senior and junior business, as we’re both in the Foundation Establishment realm, we are fellow Daoists.
Previously, during the secret realm excursion.
I missed the chance to meet the Third Elder, a truly missed opportunity."
Qin Liang spoke bluntly, then continued, "Now the Wang Family has multiple Foundation Establishment cultivators, such a large number of Foundation Establishment Pills must be closely related to the Third Elder.
Fellow Daoist Zheng Yi, why not introduce me?
Whatever the Wang Family can offer the Third Elder or you, fellow Daoist Zheng Yi, my Mortal World Quarter can certainly offer too.
Even if you don’t wish to leave the Wang Family, having an additional partner must be beneficial for fellow Daoist Zheng Yi.
Though the Wang Family isn’t just some insignificant place..."
Qin Liang spoke slowly, every word seemingly reasonable.
"But fellow Daoist Zheng Yi, despite your marriage alliance with the Wang Family, it is merely with an ordinary clan daughter.
For real interests, those old guys from the Wang Family, especially the Wang Family Ancestor, would abandon these women mercilessly.
Given the circumstances.
Fellow Daoist Zheng Yi must have sensed this over time.
Now the Wang Family backed by Celestial Profound Sword Sect and your bond with them is likely no longer an equal partnership; fellow Daoist Zheng Yi should plan a way out."
Qin Liang’s words were enticing, seemingly offering Zheng Yi an easy way to gain dual benefits.
"It seems, I have no reason to refuse."
Zheng Yi smiled lightly, before abruptly changing his tone, "But unfortunately, I refuse."
Zheng Yi’s sudden rejection made Qin Liang’s previously smiling face change instantly.
He really didn’t understand the meaning behind Zheng Yi’s words.
Zheng Yi shook his head, giving Qin Liang some leeway, "Alchemy cooperation on occasion is fine, but large-scale collaboration like the Wang Family’s won’t be possible.
The Wang Family has previously been kind to me, so I’m sorry, fellow Daoist.
However, should the day come that I can no longer stay with the Wang Family, Mortal World Quarter would be my first choice."
Upon hearing these words, the discussion reached a reasonably satisfactory outcome, with both parties maintaining a degree of decorum.
"Hahaha."
Hearing Zheng Yi’s words, the trace of killing intent deep within Qin Liang’s eyes became a broad laugh, "Fellow Daoist Zheng Yi, someone as loyal and righteous as you.
Is exceedingly rare in the Demonic Path, yet also well-liked by people."
Speaking, Qin Liang prepared in advance and took out a list, recording needed materials for one pill recipe, "This pill is called Seven Illusions Cyan Spirit Pill, used for breaking heart demons.
It is well-known that the Demonic Path Cultivation Technique is famed for rapid cultivation, but it easily breeds heart demons, with many hidden dangers.
This Seven Illusions Cyan Spirit Pill is the best spirit pill for cultivators in the Foundation Establishment Realm in my Demonic Path Mortal World Quarter, especially in my Bone Transformation Lineage.
Unfortunately, this pill recipe has nearly touched the threshold of Crystal Realm, almost unattainable on the market, extremely scarce.
In my Mortal World Quarter, there are attempts to refine it, but success rates are very low, accruing huge debts, even with my Foundation Establishment Steward status.
My favors have long been exhausted."
At this point, Qin Liang looked bitter.
After all, within the Foundation Establishment Realm.
He might be highly influential within his sect, but is quite common before second and first-grade alchemists, even lacking qualification for a meeting.
Seeing Zheng Yi hadn’t refused, Qin Liang took out a storage bag.
Placing it steadily on the table with the prepared materials and remuneration for engaging a second-grade alchemist, it visibly contained a wealth of items.
Unfazed, Zheng Yi opened the storage bag.
Divine sense probing inside.
Noting three sets of materials for refining the Seven Illusions Cyan Spirit Pill, alongside Qin Liang’s mentioned remuneration, with resources for Foundation Establishment cultivation, beneficial to alchemy methods and earth fire utilization.
There were Heaven and Earth Spiritual Objects capable of enhancing alchemy success rates, and even Ice Spirit Cold Spring to remove alchemist fire poison aftereffects.