Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 168 - 168 105 Going Out Traveling_2

168: 105 Going Out Traveling_2 168: 105 Going Out Traveling_2 Over two hours later, the banquet ended, and Shen Long and the others took their leave, each returning to their own homes.

Back at Qinglian Garden, Shen Long entered a secret room, sat down cross-legged, and took out a golden Jade Slip.

This Jade Slip contained the experiences of Yu Guang’s travels in Shu Country.

Shen Long’s Divine Sense plunged into it, and after a while, he withdrew his Divine Sense, a contemplative expression on his face.

“Jingong Reverend!”

A glint of killing intent flashed through Shen Long’s eyes.

He put away the Jade Slip and meditated to rejuvenate his spirit.

Early the next morning, Shen Long flew to Tiandan Peak and walked into Tiandan Palace, where he saw He Yue looking through ledgers.

“Senior Brother He, good morning!”

Shen Long greeted.

“Junior Brother Shen, it’s been a while since you’ve been here.

Senior Brother Li and the others mentioned you a few days ago,” He Yue said.

After some small talk, Shen Long brought up the matter at hand, “I need to go out for a while and want to craft a batch of Elixirs, so I’d like to get a batch of Alchemy Materials from you, Senior Brother He.”

The Alchemists of Tiandan Peak turned over most of the Elixirs they made to the Sect, which was a source of profit for the Sect.

A small portion of the Elixirs were kept to be sold by Alchemists themselves as a side income.

As long as they didn’t withhold too much, the Spirit Control Sect turned a blind eye.

“No problem, how much does Junior Brother Shen need?” He Yue asked.

“One hundred sets of materials for five different second-grade Elixirs, and I will contribute the Elixirs as required,” Shen Long said.

He Yue nodded and responded, “No problem, Junior Brother Shen, please wait a moment, I’ll be right back.”

He turned and walked towards the side hall.

It wasn’t long before He Yue returned with a golden Storage Bag, handing it over to Shen Long.

After confirming everything was in order, He Yue took out a shimmering golden Law Disk to have Shen Long sign for the materials.

“I have other things to attend to, I’ll take my leave first, Senior Brother He.”

After saying this, Shen Long turned and left.

Back at Qinglian Garden, Shen Long entered a secret room, took out the Scarlet Crow Cauldron and Alchemy Materials, and began Alchemy.

Before long, a faint scent of medicine filled the entire room.

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Shadow Peak, Shadow Palace.

Li Hua sat in the main seat, while Chen Qingqing was reporting to him.

“Master Uncle Li, according to our investigation, the Barbarian Tribe has also sent people to Zhao Country to look for the Yu Family Treasury.

The Hundred Ghosts Sect has discovered their tracks and issued a wanted order for the Barbarian Cultivators, but under the guise of looking for remnants of the Yu Family,” Chen Qingqing said.

Li Hua asked, “Where is Liu Yuruo right now?”

Liu Yuruo had reached Foundation Establishment and was serving the Spirit Control Sect, which provided her with Cultivation Resources and spells, enabling her to gather intelligence in Zhao Country.

“She is currently in the Hundred Ghosts Marketplace, using a single communication line,” Chen Qingqing said.

Li Hua nodded and instructed, “That’s good.

Ensure her safety first before considering intelligence gathering.”

“There are no immediate tasks for her.

She’s in hiding for now and will report if she gathers any important information,” Chen Qingqing said.

“Have her pay attention to any news about the Yu Family Treasury.

If she finds the treasure that the Yu Family Ancestor acquired, there will be a substantial reward,” Li Hua ordered.

“Master Uncle Li, what exactly is that treasure?

Why is it so important?” Chen Qingqing asked curiously.

“I don’t know.

It’s said that the destruction of the Yu Family is related to that treasure.

Maniac Blade Ascendant was just one of the reasons,” Li Hua explained.

Chen Qingqing nodded thoughtfully and said, “It’s a pity that Junior Brother Shen became a disciple of Master Uncle Lin; otherwise, with his abilities, he would be very suitable to lead an intelligence team.”

Since Shen Long had become a disciple of Ice Silkworm True Person, it was impossible for them to send him to spy in other countries.

“Junior Brother Shen is quite strong and an Alchemist as well.

He has the potential for longer journeys on the path.

There are others we can send for intelligence gathering,” Li Hua said.

Chen Qingqing nodded and departed.

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Half a year quickly passed by.

At Qinglian Garden, the door to a secret room opened, and Shen Long stepped out.

He had crafted a large batch of second-grade Elixirs, most of which he turned over to He Yue and exchanged for Kind Attributes, while a small portion was put up for sale in Qinglian Tower.

Shen Long took out a Messaging Plate that radiated blue light, infused a spell into it, and said, “Junior Brother Qian, I’ve finished crafting a batch of Elixirs.

Send someone to collect them.

I’m going on a long journey and won’t be back for three to five years.

Take charge of the business and let me know if you need money.

I will give it to you now.”

“Senior Brother Shen, I am at the entrance of Qinglian Garden.”

Qian Dafu said.

Shen Long walked out, opened the courtyard door, and invited Qian Dafu in.

“Senior Brother Shen, this is the situation of the Cultivation Realm in Shu Country, including the status of all major powers and topographic maps.”

Qian Dafu took out a cyan Storage Bag and handed it to Shen Long.

Shen Long took out a blue Storage Bag and handed it to Qian Dafu, saying, “These are the second-tier elixirs I have refined.

You can sell them at Qinglian Tower!

It will be a long time before I can return.

As for business matters, you have full authority.

Do you need Spirit Stones to purchase goods?”

“No need, there’s quite a bit of money on the books.

Here are this year’s dividends and the ledger.”

Qian Dafu took out a golden Storage Bag and a thick blue ledger, handing them to Shen Long.

After a sweep of his Divine Sense, Shen Long exclaimed in surprise, “How come there is so much?

It wasn’t this much in previous years.”

“You will need a lot of money when you travel, so I’ve advanced the profits for the next few years.

Take them with you.

I won’t suffer a loss here,”

Qian Dafu said.

Shen Long nodded, accepted the Storage Bag, and returned the blue ledger to Qian Dafu, saying, “I trust your work.

There’s no need to look at it.”

After a brief chat, Qian Dafu took his leave, and Shen Long, using his flight tool, arrived at Tiandan Peak.

As soon as he entered Tiandan Palace, He Yue came walking towards him.

“Senior Brother He, are you going out?”

Shen Long asked.

He Yue nodded and said, “Junior Brother Shen, have you come to submit elixirs?”

Shen Long nodded, took out a red Storage Bag, and handed it to He Yue.

He Yue counted carefully, took out a golden Law Disk, and had Shen Long take out his Identity Token, crediting Shen Long with Kind Attribute points.

“Since Senior Brother He has matters to attend to, I won’t disturb you further.”

Shen Long said.

After leaving Tiandan Peak, Shen Long went to Ice Silkworm Valley and met Ice Silkworm True Person.

“How do you plan to break through your bottleneck?”

The Ice Silkworm True Person asked with a pleasant face.

“I plan to travel abroad, hoping to resolve the bottleneck.”

Shen Long said.

“Traveling abroad is indeed a good method.

Have you decided where to go?”

The Ice Silkworm True Person continued to ask.

“For my first stop, I want to go to Shu Country to also investigate the murderer who killed my parents.”

Shen Long said.

He informed the Ice Silkworm True Person about his origins and his parents’ tragedy to which the Ice Silkworm True Person could not be of help.

“We, the Spirit Control Sect, have allies as well as enemies, and when in a foreign land, it is best to not reveal your identity as a disciple of the Spirit Control Sect.

Act discreetly, and as for the Faction of Hermit Cultivation, act according to your abilities without overexerting yourself.

If you retain the safety of the green hills, you won’t worry about a lack of firewood.”

The Ice Silkworm True Person advised.

“I will keep Master’s teachings in mind.”

Shen Long promised.

The Ice Silkworm True Person flicked his sleeve, and a crystal ball, glinting with blue light, flew out, landing before Shen Long.

“This is an Echo Crystal.

I have a life-saving favor from the Ice Flood Dragon Fairy of the Wang Family in Begonia Valley.

If you encounter trouble within the Wang Family’s territory.

you can seek assistance from them.

Show them this Echo Crystal, and she will understand.”

The Ice Silkworm True Person explained.

“Thank you, Master.”

Shen Long thanked him repeatedly, grateful to have a master who looked after him even when traveling far from home.

The Wang Family of Begonia Valley is a major power in the Donghua Cultivation Realm, with a storied history and an abundance of experts, including over a dozen Nascent Soul Cultivators.

The Ice Silkworm True Person revealed which powers he had made enemies with and which he was on good terms, facilitating Shen Long’s plans for action.

“Thank you, Master.”

Shen Long expressed his gratitude.

“You are my disciple, and as a master, my role is to teach, to pass on knowledge and solve doubts.

This is what I should do.

When you are traveling outside, be extra cautious and mindful.

Do not make enemies over matters of pride.”

The Ice Silwmorm True Person guided him earnestly.

Shen Long agreed, noting that since his parents’ disappearance, no one else had shown such concern for him.

“Well, since you are ready, go back and prepare.

There’s no need to rush your departure; make more preparations.”

The Ice Silkworm True Person said.

“Yes, I understand, Master.”

Shen Long agreed and then left Ice Silkworm Valley.

He made a trip to the Executive Hall, exchanging his Kind Attribute points for a batch of Cultivation Resources, then went to the Scripture Pavilion, researching the experiences of predecessors who traveled to other countries and examining the customs, culture, and products of these places.

Seven days later, Shen Long left the Spirit Control Sect.