Azure Heaven Saber
Chapter 280 - 280 38 Who is blackmailing whom

Chapter 280: Chapter 38: Who is blackmailing whom? Chapter 280: Chapter 38: Who is blackmailing whom? Zhu Weiran judged from the breaking wind sound of the approaching person that the speed of the person was already quite impressive, at least far surpassing his own.

Although speed cannot represent all strength, as long as the other party has no intention of fighting him to the death, he would definitely be unable to handle the other party. Conversely, as long as the other party’s cultivation is remarkable, even if it is slightly inferior to his own, he is likely not a match for this person.

This leads to another consequence, even if the person’s overall strength is very poor, but with such a speed boost, he himself might not be able to protect Feng Yin even if he tried his hardest.

Therefore, it is the best strategy to temporarily avoid their strength.

Just as they climbed up the tree, Feng Yin communicated with the spirits, and the three of them, along with the cat, disappeared into the interior of the tree in an instant.

Almost at the same time, a figure had already arrived under the tree, and with a shake of his body, he had already climbed up the tree. It was the location where Zhu Weiran and the others had just landed.

He moved lightly and elegantly, like a cloud, untainted by the mundane world.

Then the person began to speak.

And the content of his speech was shocking—

“I know you are a demon tree and have developed consciousness now. I have come here no less than ten times over these days. But the first time I saw you, you were clearly just a little tree. If it weren’t for the coincidence of the second time, if it weren’t for my conviction that my memory wouldn’t be wrong, I would have almost missed you, this exceptionally endowed, naturally born demon tree.”

The person’s voice was not loud, but he spoke extremely quickly. His words were clear, everything fitting together perfectly.

“I admire and envy your ability to metamorphose into your current form in such a short period of time. The purpose of my visit today is simple, I want you to help me.”

The person said, “I’m not sure if you can understand me, but I need you to hide my tracks immediately; I am about to be pursued and killed, pursued and killed by an enemy more powerful than me!”

Inside the belly of the pine tree.

Zhuang Weiran and the others looked at each other.

Who is this person?

This person’s thought process and observation skills are truly commendable!

Merely with an initial impression and a second coincidence, he discovered the anomaly of the little pine tree, and moreover, paid attention to it, in case it might prove useful?!

And his arrival this time at the little pine tree was obviously the result of careful planning?

Is he really this confident? Or is he simply desperate for a solution?

Moreover, what does it mean that he is about to be pursued and killed?

Does that mean you are about to seek your own doom?

“You will certainly hesitate, any creature would first consider its own survival, but I must tell you, you are my opportunity, if you help me, we will be safe; but if you don’t, it is not my chance, and as my speed is very fast, there are only a few people in the world who can catch me. This time, even if you don’t help me, I can escape, but when I come back, I will destroy your tree body completely, uproot every root and burn it! What’s the use of keeping things that don’t benefit me?”

This person has no scruples, after making clear his reasons, he began to threaten.

But this threat directly hit the soft spot for the little pine tree.

The little pine tree had just developed consciousness, and had never seen such a ruffian and bully. Before a word of disagreement, he began to declare life-threatening threats!

He couldn’t help but tremble, and the pine needles all over the tree fell down like raindrops, clearly revealing the fear.

Even though he had received a great fortune, his root system was no different from any ordinary millennia-old tree, and even more, he had acquired consciousness. But its time to get used to the world was too short, how could it confront this ruthless person!

Feng Yin and the others were also taken aback.

This… I witnessed someone threatening a tree!

When the person saw this, he was sure in his heart and said in a low voice, “Now you know, the best thing for you is to help me.”

Feng Yin in the belly of the little pine tree cleared his throat and said in a low voice, “Helping you is naturally beneficial to you, but what good is it for me?”

His voice was very vague, like the rustling of the mountain wind through the tree branches, but it was also meaningful.

Ambiguous and elusive.

“My goodness!”

The person was taken aback, almost falling from the tree branch.

He came to threaten the little pine tree this time, of course, he had already confirmed that this tree had become a spiritual being, a superior life with consciousness.

But he should not be able to speak yet.

After all, he was the one who really experienced ten visits and saw the little pine tree transformed from a not-so-large little tree into a towering giant tree in a very short period of time. Even though he was blessed by heaven, the foundation could accumulate rapidly, but the consciousness required years of precipitation, difficult to achieve overnight!

Who would have thought that the little pine tree could actually speak, even though its first words were somewhat naive!

And he can bargain!

But this situation was completely different from what he had anticipated.

The presence of consciousness is not that important, it’s actually easier to use for his own purposes; but if it can speak, it not only means that the tree spirit can communicate normally with humans, but it also shows that it has reached a very high level of realm!

Species other than humans are either animals or plants, but plants becoming spirits are quite different from animals becoming spirits.

All plants that become spirits must have accumulated countless foundations. The most basic appearance is an exceptionally robust body.

Take the most widely known Iron Heart Tree in the world, for example, the tree heart that has been cultivated for at least ten thousand years, its texture is already impervious to both swords and spears and invulnerable to fire and water; and it is not just impervious in the ordinary sense, even the weapons in legends are said to be unable to harm it.

But even iron heart trees that are over ten thousand years old rarely have developed primary consciousness!

Therefore, it’s easy to imagine how rare a tree demon that can not only develop consciousness but also speak normally and interact is.

“What benefits do you want?”

The man pondered before asking quietly.

He came here planning a grand scheme; but in Yuezhou, he was all by himself, with no friends or relatives, no helping hand. The matters he was plotting were significant and even if he had help, he was hesitant to trust them.

But this massive tree seemed a great choice.

It had been in the world for a short time, located in a remote area, and any oddities about it hadn’t caught anyone’s attention yet. At least for now, no one knows.

It was basically at his beck and call, not just once, but potentially many times in the future.

Moreover, if he could truly control it and manipulate it to his will, he would have gained a tree slave. If it misbehaved or disobeyed? He would burn it!

He would have made it big.

Who would’ve thought his exploration, which he thought would surely be successful, encountered such an unexpected turn?

This pine tree, which was initially just an easy target for him, now dared to bargain with him, demanding benefits!

Are you still even a tree?

Has this pine tree been hiding its true power all along, with far more strength than it has shown?

Shit, the ground where the pine tree’s roots spread is under its control. Could he escape its grasp in a flash?

At this moment, the man in black almost felt his hair stand on end because of his own frightening thoughts. The fact that his voice wasn’t shaking was a result of his immense control.

Zhuang Weiran quietly said to Feng Yin from inside the tree, “I want his agility skills.”

Feng Yin gave Zhuang Weiran a puzzled look: “???”

Zhuang Weiran said: “I think I know who he is. He’s likely the legendary Sky Stealer.”

“Sky Stealer? Legendary thief?”

“More likely than not, it’s him!”

Zhuang Weiran explained: “The legend goes that Sky Stealer has sharp eyes that can discern all spiritual beings and is especially skilled at recognizing vegetation spirit. He never fails when it comes to finding Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures. For him to discover the little pine tree is definitely not a surprise.”

Feng Yin: “!!!”

The real essence of this legendary thief’s abilities was this?

“The recent rumors in Yuezhou about Sky Stealer appearing are all due to a plot I orchestrated…I suspect that the real Sky Stealer came here out of curiosity because someone else was using his name. Such a person is very cautious and is not likely to trust others easily. Therefore, the little pine tree would naturally be his ideal choice.”

Zhuang Weiran explained,

“Shit…this is actually…”

Feng Yin was speechless.

“Even if that person is not Sky Stealer, his agility skills, judging by his moves when he came here, are definitely extraordinary and valuable! It would be a bargain if we learned them!”

Zhuang Weiran urged: “Don’t waste such a perfect opportunity. It’s like a pie falling from the sky, accept it!”

“Risk it, might as well. Have the little pine tree memorize his appearance. At least for now, he must be hiding out in Yuezhou City.”

Zhuang Weiran reminded before letting out a sly laugh, “We’ve caught onto him now. We can deal with him later. I mean, during a night like this, faced with a tree, he is most likely using his true face.”

Feng Yin was stunned but quickly complied.

The little pine tree didn’t say a word and immediately started illustrating the appearance of the man outside.

Feng Yin pinched his nose, continuing with the vague voice similar to the one earlier: “I am just a tree, even if this place is under my control, I can only move slightly. In the future, what I will lack the most will be speed and agility. I can help you, but you should teach me your agile methods.”

Under the tree.

The man in black was taken aback by the tree’s response: A tree… learning his agility?

How do you plan to learn?

With your hundreds of feet height, if you learn my agility…

Thinking about it gave him a shudder.

“My agility is an essential skill, it’s how I make a living…”

“So what? Are you worried I, a tree, will steal your job? If you want my help, naturally, you should give me some benefits. A fair exchange is the only way to ensure a sustained relationship. I’ve made my demand, it’s up to you to consider it…”

The voice sounding like the wind whistled was always indistinct, but it was full of conviction.

If you don’t give me benefits, why should I help you?

The man was stunned.

Shit, what’s happening today…

This is quite bizarre.

Am I threatening you? Or, are you extorting me?

…

[Should I have a drink tonight or…?]