Chapter 448: Golden Core (II)
Chapter 448: Golden Core (II)
"Haha! What impressive strength, young friend! I merely happened to pass by, noticed the fight, and came over out of curiosity. I mean no harm."An old man with white hair and beard, exuding an ethereal air, slowly stepped out from the forest. He gave off a calm presence, as if he truly bore no ill intent.
"If you mean no harm, then please leave," replied Lin Zheyu.
The human heart was treacherous. Lin Zheyu would not judge by appearances. Though the old man looked righteous and serene, who knew if it was all an act?
"It seems you don't trust me. You've been afflicted by the Netherfrost Flame. If you don't deal with it quickly, it will surely leave serious aftereffects," the old man said with a smile.
"It's just a bit of Netherfrost Flame. There's no need for your concern," Lin Zheyu replied calmly.
"Oh? It seems you have some confidence. Then this Netherflame Pill won't be needed," said the old man as he gestured to the pill in his hand.
The Netherflame Pill was specifically used to dispel Netherfrost Flame. There were other methods as well, but they were far more troublesome.
The old man stroked his white beard and said with a smile, "You're in a difficult position, so it's natural that you don't trust me. I am Fan Hongwei of Soaring Cloud Pavilion. The body cultivation path you follow and the strength of your physique are quite rare within the Foundation Establishment realm. I have a matter that requires your help. If it succeeds, there will be generous rewards."
This was his true purpose in following. Lin Zheyu stared at him coldly, his gaze still full of vigilance. He had not sensed the old man's aura at all earlier. Only when the man came within a hundred meters did Lin Zheyu detect something amiss through his keen perception.
"Hehe..." The old man smiled faintly and took out a token. With a flick of his right hand, it drifted slowly toward Lin Zheyu.
"This is my token. If you make a decision, you may bring it to the Soaring Cloud Pavilion to find me. When the time comes, the reward will surely satisfy you. There will be at least ten mid-grade spirit stones," the old man said with a smile.