Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 1073 - 981 Rewarding Contributions (Requesting Monthly Votes)

Chapter 1073: 981 Rewarding Contributions (Requesting Monthly Votes)

Tianyue Marketplace, Qingyun Garden.

Ye Qingli and Ye Qingyu were sitting in a green stone pavilion, having a conversation.

Shen Long and Chu Buyu walked in, their faces adorned with smiles.

"Taoist Friend Shen, Fairy Chu, have you found Xuan Gui Shangren?"

Ye Qingli asked in surprise.

"Taoist Friend Ye, Fairy Ye, I have something very important to discuss with you. Could we step aside?"

Shen Long’s expression was serious as he gestured toward a nearby green pavilion.

Ye Qingli and Ye Qingyu’s faces grew solemn; clearly, Shen Long had made a significant discovery.

They nodded, and the four walked into the green pavilion.

Ye Qingli activated the pavilion’s restriction, and a solid green light screen appeared on the walls.

"Taoist Friend Ye, this is the Nascent Soul of Xuan Gui Shangren. Could we take over the Wei Family’s territory?"

Shen Long produced Xuan Gui Shangren’s Nascent Soul and handed it to Ye Qingli.

The Nascent Soul was expressionless, with a shining silver talisman affixed to it.

"This is what Sect Master Uncle said directly. Our Ye Family can assist with this, so it shouldn’t be a problem. Taoist Friend Shen, your abilities are truly remarkable!"

Ye Qingli said with a smile, returning the Nascent Soul to Shen Long.

"Taoist Friend Ye, Fairy Ye, have you heard of Tianhe Shangren?"

Shen Long asked.

"Tianhe Shangren?"

Ye Qingli and Ye Qingyu exchanged confused looks and shook their heads at each other.

"Haven’t heard of him. Why? What’s the matter?"

Ye Qingli asked curiously.

"We discovered Heavenly Ghost Sect cultivators on Nine Stars Island slaughtering Tianhe Shangren. In their conversation, they mentioned Tianhe Shangren and said that Tianyue Sect cultivators knew of his assassination. You’d be furious to learn that an inside informant leaked the information, allowing them to intercept him."

Shen Long explained slowly.

"An informant leaking information? The Heavenly Ghost Sect intercepting him?"

Ye Qingli and Ye Qingyu’s expressions grew tense as they understood the gravity of the situation.

"Taoist Friend Shen, did the Heavenly Ghost Sect cultivators notice you?"

Ye Qingyu asked with concern.

"We obtained two Hidden Immortal Talismans at an underground auction, which even True Immortal cultivators have difficulty seeing through. Hearing this was purely an accident. Over the years, we’ve benefited from Taoist Friend Ye’s care, so I hope this information can be of help to you."

Shen Long said.

Ye Qingli had indeed treated Shen Long and Chu Buyu well, so otherwise, Shen Long wouldn’t have revealed this to him.

"Thank you, Taoist Friend Shen. This matter is of great importance. Do not spread this to outsiders. I will report this promptly. And do not reveal that you found Xuan Gui Shangren, nor that you’ve been to Nine Stars Island. Do you understand me?"

Ye Qingli instructed.

"Understood. We came straight here after returning to the marketplace."

Shen Long agreed readily. He wouldn’t gossip; that would only invite trouble.

After half an hour of conversation, Shen Long and Chu Buyu bade farewell.

"This matter is of utmost importance. Let’s return to the main sect hall and report it to the Patriarch together."

Ye Qingli said gravely.

"Is that necessary, Cousin? We don’t even know who Tianhe Shangren is."

Ye Qingyu asked doubtfully.

"If he could draw the attention of Heavenly Ghost Sect Golden Immortal cultivators and have True Immortal cultivators sent to Nine Stars Island, do you think Tianhe Shangren could be merely an ordinary True Immortal?"

Ye Qingli analyzed.

"That makes sense. At worst, we’ll take some scolding from the Patriarch."

Ye Qingyu agreed.

They left the marketplace and returned to Heavenly Moon Island.

Qingpeng Pavilion, Shen Long and Chu Buyu were seated, conversing about something.

"The Wei Family cultivators carried considerable wealth."

Chu Buyu said with a smile.

Xuan Gui Shangren had over twenty thousand Immortal Yuan Stones and five Low Grade Immortal Artifacts on him, most of which came from the Wei Family. The two Wei Family True Immortals carried over ten thousand Immortal Yuan Stones combined, along with a Qingyue Blade, and six Low Grade Immortal Artifacts.

Additionally, there were two Green Rainbow Talismans and a jug of Jade Dew Immortal Brew, both of which could help True Immortals comprehend Laws.

Beyond these, there were thirty-two First Rank Immortal Pill Recipes, three Second Rank Immortal Pill Recipes, and five pieces of Jade Lang Xuan Crystal, the core material for refining First Rank Immortal Puppets. These items all originated from the Wei Family.

"It’s too bad Xuan Gui Shangren wasn’t the leader; the share of valuable items wasn’t as great as it could have been."

Shen Long said regretfully.

"We made a decent haul. I wonder if we’ll be able to take over the Wei Family’s territory."

Chu Buyu said with a hopeful expression. She thought of something and remarked, "With the Jade Lang Xuan Crystal, I can attempt to refine an Immortal Puppet. If we have a First Rank Immortal Puppet at hand, my husband wouldn’t have to face the Wei Family True Immortals alone."

After chatting for a bit, Shen Long stepped into a practice room.

He entered the Myriad Beasts Tower and came to the ninth level, where Shen Chan, Shen Peng, and the others were in the Myriad Beasts Hall.

"Master."

Shen Peng and the others greeted Shen Long as he entered.

"This trip to Nine Stars Island went well. Your performances were commendable, especially Shen Chan. Take this Green Rainbow Talisman and this jug of Jade Dew Immortal Brew to aid your comprehension of Laws. Keep up the good work."

Shen Long produced a shimmering green talisman and a green jug, handing them to Shen Chan.

He gave another Green Rainbow Talisman to Chu Yun for comprehending Laws.

"Thank you, Master, for the reward. I will strive to make greater contributions."

Shen Chan thanked him repeatedly, accepting the Green Rainbow Talisman and jug with both hands.

Shen Peng and the others looked envious; items for comprehending Laws were incredibly valuable.

"Shen Peng, Shen Xiao, Shen Lie, step forward. These three First Grade Dao Pills are for you. Use them to comprehend Laws; their attributes align with yours. Others will have the chance to use Dao Pills in the future as well. Make sure to cultivate diligently."

Shen Long retrieved three exquisite green jade boxes and handed them to Shen Peng, Shen Xiao, and Shen Lie.

Shen Peng was his Life-Bound Spirit Bird, so receiving Dao Pills was expected. Shen Xiao had been one of Shen Long’s earliest followers and deserved the treatment, while Shen Lie possessed the Destructive Law Eye, capable of disrupting enemy Instantaneous Movement escapes.

"Yes, Master."

Shen Peng and the others responded enthusiastically.

Shen Long distributed more porcelain vials to Shen Ben, Shen Mei, and others who had contributed. He would reward merit accordingly.

After a few instructions, Shen Long let them leave, staying behind on the ninth level to cultivate Laws.

Shen Long left the Myriad Beasts Tower and sat cross-legged on a red meditation cushion to regulate his breathing.

A quarter-hour later, Shen Long opened his eyes and consumed a Peacock Pill, beginning his cultivation.

Before long, a radiant five-colored glow appeared on his body.

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Qingmei Garden, Liu Yuqian and Liu Yang were seated in a green stone pavilion, talking.

"Senior Brother Ye and Junior Sister Ye both left the marketplace at the same time? Whom did they contact beforehand?"

Liu Yuqian asked.

"Shen Long and Chu Buyu. Could they have dealt with Xuan Gui Shangren? That’s impossible! Leaving aside that they’re only in the True Immortal Early Stage, Nine Stars Island is riddled with restrictions and vast in size. Even finding Xuan Gui Shangren would be difficult, let alone eliminating him."

Liu Yang said skeptically.

"What was their condition? Did they seem injured?"

Liu Yuqian pressed further.

"They didn’t appear injured. Perhaps Senior Brother Ye and Junior Sister Ye’s departure has nothing to do with them."

Liu Yang analyzed.

Liu Yuqian nodded and said, "I hope that’s the case. Keep an eye on Shen Long and Chu Buyu. They’ve been very close to Senior Brother Ye recently."

"Understood."

Liu Yang agreed earnestly.