The second herbal bath was different from the first. All the other herbs were easy to find, except for the scarce Diamond Orchid. Diamond Orchid is a special Spirit Grass that, in addition to aiding the Mixed Refining Vajra Body, is seldom used in any Elixir. The Five Elements Sect controlled the flow of Diamond Orchid, circulating it only in places like Spiritual Medicine Shops. This was specifically a fishing spot prepared for Vajra Gate cultivators! Using this method, the Five Elements Sect had caught over a dozen Vajra Gate remnants in almost a hundred years.
No one had taken the bait for more than twenty years, leading them to assume that the Vajra Gate remnants had either all died, or had been warned by their elders and learned their lesson. Fortunately, their efforts were not in vain; after years of waiting, a fish was finally on the hook!
Jia Ren felt an almost imperceptible gaze fixed upon him. Had he not been mentally prepared, he might not have noticed it. The Diamond Orchid indeed has a problem! Now, I need to figure out how to leave the Spiritual Medicine Shop safely. They hadn’t rushed to make a move, thinking there might be accomplices and intending to cast a long line to catch a big fish.
"The herbs are fine, aren’t they?" Jia Ren used the Spirit Eye Technique to confirm whether the Diamond Orchid had any hidden dangers. Sure enough, three of the Diamond Orchids bore faint tracking marks. His Proficiency Level in the Spirit Eye Technique had reached the Great Grandmaster Level, surpassing the Grandmaster limit that cultivators could achieve; anything less would likely be unable to detect them. If you are unkind, don’t blame me for being unrighteous.
"How could that be? The Spiritual Medicine Shop’s reputation is all about trust." The shopkeeper was confident that no one could detect the Five Elements Sect’s tracking methods. Seeing Jia Ren put the Diamond Orchid into his Storage Bag, he regarded him even more lightly.
Jia Ren activated his Wind Control Skill, turned into a swift shadow, and instantly vanished. The cultivator who had been preparing to follow was stunned. He stared at the figure disappearing before his eyes, unable to recover his senses for a long time.
"Such speed! Is this really a Foundation Establishment Cultivator? A big fish indeed!"
"Oh no, he hasn’t paid with Spirit Stones?!"
The Sect Disciples, having seen much of the world, knew that even a disciple with a Wind Spirit Root at the Ninth Level of Qi Refinement employing the Wind Control Skill couldn’t compare to this Vajra Gate remnant. He’s running so fast, how can we pursue?!
"I haven’t seen such an arrogant person in so long!"
"No matter. As long as the tracking mark is on him, he cannot escape!"
"The Great Wilderness Market is the Five Elements Sect’s domain!"
Three cultivators followed the Spiritual Power mark in pursuit. They believed that as long as he couldn’t detect the tracking mark, he couldn’t possibly escape.
When they approached the location indicated by the Spiritual Power mark, they found the three Diamond Orchids discarded on the ground like trash. Played like a fiddle?! They had thought themselves the hunters, but it seemed the Diamond Sect remnant had already discovered the problem. Not paying with Spirit Stones was akin to toying with them like monkeys. This infuriated them immensely; their lungs felt like they were about to explode.
"Seal the Market entrance! I want him dead!" A Sound Transmission Talisman, flaring with fire, flew towards the Law Enforcement Office. In a moment, figures of cultivators rose into the air, radiating murderous intent. The inner and outer city were sealed off, prohibiting entry and exit. They had to ensure that this audacious Diamond Sect remnant would enter but not return!
Jia Ren, having set everything up, went into hiding, concealing his deeds and identity. After repeatedly ensuring he was free of any tracking marks or hidden dangers, he disguised himself as Zhen Yi and returned to his residence. I’ve reported the Remnant of Thousand Beasts Mountain to you; don’t disappoint me. What happened next was of little concern to him, the Thousand Beasts Mountain Terminator.
Jia Ren took out the Puppet Bugs. Using the Insect Control Technique, he easily controlled the three of them, adding three "tiger generals" to his arsenal. After the search is over, I’ll go into seclusion to cultivate! I need to elevate my Vajra Body to the Crimson Gold Body as soon as possible.
Unsure when the Enforcement Division Cultivators would arrive, he didn’t dare cultivate the Mixed Refining Vajra Body at this time. Over a hundred years had passed since the Vajra Gate’s destruction. As the force behind the Vajra Gate’s demise, the Five Elements Sect had not only obtained most of the Vajra Gate’s heritage but had also suffered the most retaliation from its remnants. The Vajra Gate wishes to rise from the ashes? The Five Elements Sect would certainly be the first to act and eradicate them completely.
A large number of Enforcement Division Cultivators filed out, sealing the exits and main roads. Four Foundation Establishment Stage powerhouses rose into the air, each taking a position in one of the four cardinal directions. In coordination with the Great Wilderness Market’s Formation, they were confident that even Foundation Establishment Cultivators of the Diamond Sect would meet their end here.
"The Great Wilderness Market has indeed seen great changes. To think I’d see a Diamond Sect remnant on my first day here."
"A Foundation Establishment Cultivator from the Diamond Sect? This is going to be entertaining."
Yuan Tianqing shook his head with a light chuckle, settling in to watch the show. The enemy of my enemy is my friend. If I get the chance, I wouldn’t mind lending a hand to save them, and vex the Five Elements Sect in the process.
「Back at his residence」
Yuan Tianqing calmly awaited the resolution of the situation. Numerous, almost transparent tiny bugs scattered, serving as his eyes. As an Insect Tamer Master, it’s natural to utilize my advantages.
Yuan Tianqing hadn’t been pleased for long when he saw streaks of sword light circling in the sky above. As if following orders, they swiftly flew towards his location. It can’t be a coincidence, can it?! They’re after the Diamond Sect remnant, what does that have to do with me? His eyelids twitched uncontrollably, a sense of unease growing stronger.
What if this is a ruse by the Five Elements Sect to lull me into a false sense of security? I’ve been careless! At this thought, Yuan Tianqing dispatched a swarm of bugs to retreat, preparing an escape route in advance.
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As the sword light fell, Yuan Tianqing’s stone house was reduced to rubble, raising a cloud of dust and debris. From the swirling dust, a figure sheathed in black Bug Armor emerged. The Bug Armor was covered in sword marks, but as Yuan Tianqing ran his palm over it, they slowly faded, restoring it to its original state.
"Damn it! How could my luck be this bad?!"
"I just arrived at the Great Wilderness Market! Does the Five Elements Sect have the noses of Seeking Spirit Dogs?!"
Yuan Tianqing was so angry he almost spat blood, unable to understand how he had been discovered. I’ve always been cautious. The only possible way I could have been exposed is... the Puppet Bug?