Chapter 703: She Seems Not Very Smart
The person wrapped tightly was naturally Qi Huang.
There were two main reasons why Qi Huang wanted to obtain the Heaven Mending Crystal: First, she was curious about what made it so special that it even attracted the coveting of the prestigious Immortal Alliance Leader. Second, she felt that this item should have some connection to the blood tears on her face, as it had recently resonated with her.
Although Qi Huang wanted it, she didn’t look very intimidating. Even the hand in the glove looked small.
Cao Hong’s expression changed slightly, and then he discreetly took two steps back. This was because he had not sensed Qi Huang’s approach at all, which meant that either her speed was extremely fast, or she was wearing Heaven-Concealing Water, both of which were very troublesome situations.
“Who’s there?”
The other members of the Immortal Alliance immediately drew their treasure swords and glared at Qi Huang. This was what was called ignorance is bliss.
“What? Heaven Mending Crystal? That supreme treasure is actually in the hands of that surname Cao.”
Just then, Jin Ze’s surprised voice came, clearly recognizing this item.
“Father Emperor, what is the Heaven Mending Crystal?”
Jin Xue beside him asked doubtfully.
Qi Huang ignored the people from the Immortal Alliance and walked over like a curious baby, adding, “Yes, yes, what is the Heaven Mending Crystal? Educate us.”
The Immortal Alliance members were stunned in place, not knowing what to do for a moment.
Cao Hong also took the opportunity to scan Qi Huang with his spiritual sense but found nothing. He felt a little relieved, which meant that the other party was indeed using Heaven-Concealing Water or wearing clothes specially made from the fur of the Nine Nether Demonic Cat. This might be why he had not discovered this person before.
Heh, crows putting chicken feathers on their heads and pretending to be phoenixes. Even if you sprinkled Heaven-Concealing Water, it doesn’t mean you are a Heavenly Punishment Realm expert.
Cao Hong mocked inwardly, as he had encountered such clowns before who deliberately sprinkled Heaven-Concealing Water on themselves to impersonate Heavenly Punishment Realm experts.
The Heaven Mending Crystal is a crystal used by ancient immortals to mend the heavens. Later, some of it was scattered into the cultivation world. It has extremely strong regenerative abilities, not only healing external injuries but also mending broken limbs. Whether you have a broken finger, a broken arm, or even a severed body part, as long as you drink the water it transforms into, it will regrow quickly. Therefore, it is hailed as the number one healing sacred medicine in the cultivation world.
What? Mending broken limbs? Are you telling the truth?
Qi Huang trembled with excitement. Wasn’t that the very thing she had been dreaming of? Her master, Hu Bing, had an arm and several fingers chopped off by the Juexian Cult for her, which cut off her path of cultivation. This had been haunting her, and with this item, the problem could be perfectly solved.
T-that’s absolutely true.
Jin Ze was startled into a gasp again and quickly pulled his daughter back.
Hahaha… It’s truly a wonderful night! Everyone, please allow me to perform a dance.
Qi Huang was overjoyed and immediately started to dance awkwardly, a skill she learned from her cheap father, Cheng Yuan.
Who is that person? She doesn’t seem very smart.
Shen Yuan, standing nearby, pointed at Qi Huang and complained.
Indeed, her mental state is exactly like Junior Sister’s clone.
Ruan Lingyu assessed.
Is there a possibility that she is…
Yun Fei speculated, and the few martial sisters turned to look at Cheng Hong Ling.
Cheng Hong Ling’s mouth twitched slightly, and she struggled to maintain her aloof demeanor.
Qi Huang impatiently walked up to Cao Hong and continued to demand, “Hand over the Heaven Mending Crystal, immediately!”
Who exactly is this person?
Killing intent filled Cao Hong’s eyes. In this world, no one had ever dared to speak to him like that except his parents, not even the Immortal Alliance Leader.
That’s none of your concern. Either give me the Heaven Mending Crystal, or give me your life.
Qi Huang threatened sharply, stating that even the King of Heaven could not stop her from obtaining that item now.
My heavens, did I hear that right? This person is actually threatening the Deputy Alliance Leader of the Immortal Alliance?
Yes, that surname Cao is one of the few Heavenly Punishment Realm experts in the cultivation world. Where does she get her guts?
Perhaps she doesn’t know Alliance Leader Cao at all. What a stubborn person. If she angers Alliance Leader Cao, none of us will survive.
Some people among the decoys started wailing.
How dare you threaten the Immortal Alliance Leader? You’re simply tired of living.
Elder Kang became furious. He used his spiritual sense to wield his sword and shot it towards Qi Huang, the blade tearing the air with a piercing whistle.
Elder Kang stepped forward as a sacrificial lamb entirely for his own self-preservation. If he didn’t act bravely at this moment, he would surely be held accountable for deserting his post upon his return.
Qi Huang made no move, and the treasure sword stopped a foot in front of her. She then turned to look at him.
Elder Kang was stunned for a moment, then gritted his teeth and increased the flow of his spiritual sense, trying to push the sword forward another inch. However, he soon discovered that he had encountered a mountain and could not move it at all.
Hmph!
Qi Huang snorted coldly, and the other party’s sword flashed before her eyes.
The crowd was confused, and then they suddenly heard Elder Kang cry out in surprise. They followed the sound and saw him staring blankly at his left chest, where a fist-sized hole had appeared. The shattered remnants of his internal organs, along with blood, were falling from it, trying to fill the terrifying bloody wound. It was sticky and extremely gruesome.
Elder Kang tilted his head and fell backward, his face etched with astonishment. He had only wanted to pick on a soft target to show off, but he had instead stumbled upon a tough opponent, turning his display of bravery into a death wish.
Wow!
Seeing Qi Huang effortlessly kill Elder Kang, both the decoys and the Immortal Alliance disciples retreated in fear.
“You’re courting death! How dare you commit murder right under my nose? You truly are…”
Cao Hong was furious. With a movement of his spiritual sense, a majestic broadsword appeared in his hand, but it was destined to be useless.
Qi Huang attacked first, her figure suddenly disappearing from her original spot. She had used her spiritual sense of the mid-Heavenly Punishment Realm for this attack, so she was confident that the other party could not dodge it.
As expected, before Cao Hong could even finish his threat, the sharp sword tip was already at his throat.
“Truly what?”
Qi Huang teased.
“How is this possible?”
Cao Hong was stunned. He had originally thought that the other party had merely sprinkled Heaven-Concealing Water to impersonate a Heavenly Punishment Realm expert, but he never expected their speed to be so terrifying, catching him completely off guard.
“This is unbelievable! What did I just see? Alliance Leader Cao was subdued by her in one move?”
The people around were dumbfounded. The elders and disciples of the Immortal Alliance all cowered and retreated fearfully.
“This person is too strong, isn’t she? She’s almost as strong as Junior Sister’s clone.”
Ruan Lingyu muttered from a corner.
“Yes, I’ve never heard that mental illness has a bonus effect on cultivation.”
Yun Fei tried to analyze.
“Senior Sister, aren’t you afraid of being overheard?”
Miao Xiang reminded them weakly.
“What Senior Sister? You should call me Cousin. We are from the Wenren Noble Family.”
Yun Fei quickly reminded her.
“I’ll count to three. Hand over the Heaven Mending Crystal, or you die. One…”
Qi Huang in the arena impatiently began to count.
Cao Hong’s face showed a look of struggle. He knew that if he surrendered, he would not only lose a Heaven Mending Crystal but also the dignity of the Immortal Alliance’s Deputy Alliance Leader.
Qi Huang wouldn’t give the other party too much time to consider, so she immediately shouted, “Three!”
“I’ll give it! I’ll give it!”
Cao Hong panicked and quickly took out the Heaven Mending Crystal from his storage ring.
Qi Huang snatched it and unceremoniously put it into her storage ring, then demanded, “Also give me the storage rings containing Zhao Ming and his daughter.”
Cao Hong had no choice but to comply.
Qi Huang was completely relieved after receiving the storage rings. She wasn’t a bandit who would seize anything she saw. She needed to seek permission from the owner if she wanted to use the Heaven Mending Crystal.
“Um… Senior… I have met all your demands. Can I trouble you to be lenient?”
Cao Hong pleaded cautiously.
Qi Huang looked around. The most troublesome people now were the families of those decoys. If she let them go, the Immortal Alliance would immediately hunt them down as soon as she left.
After much thought, Qi Huang decided to save these people. Firstly, she couldn’t stand by and do nothing. Secondly, she hoped these people would expose the true face of the Immortal Alliance when they returned.
Qi Huang initially wanted to let these family members escape, but after consideration, she felt it was not appropriate. Firstly, if she let this group leave just like that, the Immortal Alliance would definitely send people to pursue them. Secondly, even if these people managed to survive, they would surely return to save the decoys, and she would have to find a way to rescue them again. She didn’t have that much time to mess around.
After a moment of thought, Qi Huang decided to go all out. Her spiritual sense transformed into hundreds of tentacles that flew out, ensnaring the families of the decoys and pulling them into her largest storage ring. This would both save them and reduce unnecessary trouble.
“Father Emperor!”
“Daddy!”
“Elder Brother!”
The decoys, unaware of Qi Huang’s true identity, cried out in distress when they saw their relatives being captured.
