Chapter 116 - 94: The Three Foundation Establishment Trials
However, he did not worry too much.
The marketplace is not a place where fair enforcement is expected, and he didn’t kill Xue Tong in a public setting. Even if they report to the marketplace, Xue Tong intruded into his backyard, and death would be well deserved.
His only concern was about Xue Tong’s friends, family, and sect elders.
But after his inquiries today, that last bit of worry dispersed, and he was naturally not afraid of any threats from the other party.
"I know, Fellow Daoist Zhou is a man of great skills.
Some time ago, I discovered a large tomb, suspected to be a tomb of a Foundation Establishment True Cultivator.
Alone, I’m not confident.
So I’d like to invite you, Daoist, to explore it together.
Afterward, the profits will be divided equally, fifty-fifty, how about that?"
Zhao Shanhe suddenly lowered his voice and said.
"Not interested."
Zhou Changwang shook his head directly, refusing at once.
Then he intended to return to his own courtyard.
"Are you saying Fellow Daoist Zhou is not even interested in the Foundation Establishment Pill?"
Zhao Shanhe immediately asked.
"Foundation Establishment Pill?"
Zhou Changwang’s steps halted, and he quickly let out a cold laugh, saying, "Fellow Daoist Zhao must be joking? How can something as precious as the Foundation Establishment Pill be hidden in a cemetery."
"Of course, the Foundation Establishment Pill is impossible, but what about Foundation Establishment Spiritual Object?
It’s not entirely impossible, right?
The Qingyuan Sect claims that three Foundation Establishment Spiritual Objects can be exchanged for one Foundation Establishment Pill. Gathering one increases the chance of foundation establishment, doesn’t that move your heart?
At such a young age, you have such great skills, so you must have thoughts about establishing your foundation, right?
Not to mention, the treasures on a Foundation Establishment Cultivator are numerous. Even taking out one casually, the value is not small, and the income would definitely surpass what you earn from farming."
Zhao Shanhe knew that his previous words were a bit exaggerated, so he quickly rephrased and continued to persuade.
"Farming is good, I only seek stability.
Whether it’s grave robbing or gold-touching, I will not go there. Fellow Daoist Zhao should seek someone else."
Zhou Changwang shook his head again, then directly stepped into his courtyard.
The Foundation Establishment Spiritual Object is one of the main Spiritual Materials for refining the Foundation Establishment Pill.
Even if not exchanged for the Foundation Establishment Pill, simply consuming it can increase the probability of establishing a foundation to some degree; its value is extremely high.
For ordinary Qi Cultivation Cultivators, the temptation is also very significant.
If there were an opportunity, of course, he would want it too.
But leaving aside whether the Foundation Establishment tomb truly has Foundation Establishment Spiritual Objects, even if there is one, it may only be one, and how it would be divided is uncertain too.
The other party is good at grave robbing, and in such an environment, the advantage is much greater than his.
Of course, the most important thing is, he does not trust the other party.
Zhou Changwang suspected that the invitation was not out of goodwill, mostly likely intending to use him as cannon fodder to explore and take risks ahead.
The tomb of a cultivator is not safe.
After all, nobody wishes for their rest to be disturbed after death, to be exhumed and have their grave looted.
Anyone with skills would set up dangerous arrays and lay multiple traps.
Not to mention Foundation Establishment True Cultivators.
The grave meticulously prepared for their future affairs would hardly be simple, right?
Moreover, in the Cultivation Realm, there are indeed the existence of zombies, ghosts, and such.
In a cemetery, the probability of such existences appearing is high.
If the corpse of that Foundation Establishment True Cultivator turned into a zombie or if its spirit turned into a ghost due to unresolved grievances... any disturbance would be a disaster.
Even the Ninth-Layer Cultivators wouldn’t dare provoke.
...
Returning to the small courtyard.
Zhou Changwang took out a Jade Pendant, and as Spiritual Power flowed, the Jade Pendant flashed with light.
Instantly, a sense of coolness quickly acted on his mind.
Calming his mind.
The irritation from being followed and being inexplicably approached by ’Ghost Eye’ Zhao Shanhe quickly subsided.
Then, he slowly walked into the backyard.
"Yesterday Xue Tong dared to come directly, and today someone follows me, not to mention the increasingly intense conflict between the Chen Family and Bai Family that Qian Xiaoyue mentioned earlier... The marketplace is becoming more and more unsettled."
Zhou Changwang sighed.
He truly just wanted to quietly find a place to farm and cultivate.
Yet troubles constantly come to him.
This small courtyard of his seems not as safe as he previously thought.
Danger always exists.
So, he plans to find another safe location.
At least, to be able to escape promptly if danger truly arises.
Like a cunning rabbit with three burrows.
Yesterday’s fortunate circumstance, with his timely breakthrough and increased strength, allowed him to successfully slay Xue Tong.
But what about next time? If another formidable enemy appears, if he is unable to contend, trapped in the courtyard, wouldn’t he be doomed?
Therefore, he must prepare one or two methods to quickly escape and avoid danger.
And the first method Zhou Changwang thought of immediately.
Digging tunnels!
Undoubtedly, digging tunnels is the inevitable choice for most Low-Tier Cultivators.
Zhou Changwang also knew that during the last night of chaos, many Low-Tier Cultivators on the outskirts of the marketplace survived by digging tunnels and hiding in underground chambers.
This method is also suitable for him.
"But, which direction should it lead to? The back mountain?
The back mountain is towards the east and the terrain is high, so it’s not feasible.
Then the only choice is..."
Zhou Changwang pondered, his eyes soon settled on the south.
That is, towards the cliff.
Standing on the southern wall, Zhou Changwang looked down.
