Chapter 427: Blood-Winged Ghost-Headed Wasp
Qin Sang was utterly astonished.
He and Xie Ying had received two completely different orders.
The Seven-Leaf Night Queen that Xie Ying spoke of was an important ingredient for the Kanli Golden Pill. Qin Sang had only learned of this from Qi Yuanshou, and it was likely that Xie Ying and the others were unaware of its significance.
Considering the importance of the Kanli Golden Pill, receiving such an order was not surprising.
It seemed that he held some weight in Qi Yuanshou’s eyes, and he had firmly secured this powerful backer.
Qin Sang felt fortunate to have seized the opportunity to align himself with Qi Yuanshou. Without this connection, he would never have been able to remain outside so peacefully over the years. He might have ended up like Xie Ying, thrown into some perilous situation as mere cannon fodder.
Of course, his relationship with Qi Yuanshou was fragile at best. To Qi Yuanshou, he was not indispensable—just someone convenient to use and casually lift up when needed.
No matter how hard Qin Sang racked his brain, he could not figure out what he could possibly offer Qi Yuanshou.
The only valuable possessions he had were a few astras, but there was no way he would hand them over.
Seeing Xie Ying still lamenting his situation, Qin Sang’s expression turned slightly stern, and he said in a deep voice, "The sect is not devoid of reason. Strategies change with shifting circumstances. When you received your order, the situation was not as tense as it is now. What is there to be surprised about? Senior Uncle Qi has a broad and benevolent heart, prioritizing the well-being of his disciples. How could he risk their lives over a mere spiritual herb? Do not speak such pointless words again, lest you invite trouble upon yourself."
Xie Ying’s expression stiffened. He quickly stowed away his grievances and respectfully bowed. "Thank you for your guidance, Senior Brother. I have learned my lesson."