Longevity Begins With Gu Refining

Chapter 117: Grand Shaman

August fifteenth.

It had been two days since Wei Qingchen brought Nie Fei and the rest into the city. On this night.

Chen Qing sat at the bow of the ship, cultivating while waiting for news.

The full moon hung high in the sky, shining its silver light on the sea.

Not long after nightfall, Chen Qing saw them returning one after another. Nie Fei was the sixth to return. "Don't worry, it's done. Wei Qingchen is wrapping things up."

But fifteen minutes later, Wei Qingchen returned with a box in his hand. "Sir Qing Xu, I've obtained the void flower."

Chen Qing looked at it and kept it in his body with satisfaction.

Wei Qingchen continued: "This time, we will pretend that Myriad Treasure Pavilion did it, so we won't be implicated."

"I've investigated the manager of this Rare Treasure Pavilion, he once sold a hundred and fifty-two young boys and girls to demons to upgrade their Gu worms."

"He deserved to die!"

Hearing this, Chen Qing felt even better.

This Wei Qingchen was not bad, not only could he kill people, he did not leave any loose ends.

Moreover, he even gave Chen Qing an excuse after killing people, it was easy to use.

Seeing Nie Fei nod at him, Chen Qing said with satisfaction: "Wei Qingchen has contributed greatly this time, and he contributed greatly in the previous battle, killing the most people from Yin Yang Sect."

"I'll give you a wind and rain sword Gu!"

"Remember, the first advancement material is the sword lingzhi."

Placing the jade bottle containing the spirit grade sword Gu in Wei Qingchen's hand, Wei Qingchen was overjoyed: "Thank you for your reward!"

The others showed envy in their eyes, thinking that it was not a loss to follow Chen Qing, someone had just joined and already obtained a spirit grade sword Gu!

Chen Qing continued, "Come and look for me after your sword Gu has advanced in rank."

With the evolution map in hand, he could greatly increase his control over Wei Qingchen.

Seeing that it was almost midnight, Chen Qing said: "Rest for now, after I attend the gathering, we will set off for the south tomorrow."

There was not much discussion in this gathering, everyone's attention was on the immortal island, but they did not know the details. They only knew that even Li Chonghuan was there.

Even Ji Ru did not ask about the Gu worms, she was asking others about the immortal island.

Unfortunately, the news was not widely spread.

Chen Qing listened to their discussion, but he felt bored.

As the final winner, he naturally knew the best.

At this time, someone from the Extreme Light Cult who was resting in the tent below the ship asked, "Wei Qingchen, why are you investigating the Treasure Heaven House's steward?"

Wei Qingchen said, "Sir Qing Xu is powerful, but his foundation is still not stable enough."

"Moreover, since we've joined him, we can't let his Dao heart be covered in dust when we do things."

"Your excellency Qing Xu is a man of his word. His loyalty is unparalleled."

"Only by following such a person can you have a future."

"Take the Western King for example. When he was about to die, he abandoned his fellow disciples and fled for his life."

"If sir Qing Xu's dao heart is tainted and he becomes like this in the future, you can all be abandoned at any time. Is that what you want to see?"

At the end of the day, it was still reputation and righteousness that were more convincing.

And Chen Qing's reputation was excellent, which was why he could quickly establish himself in Hanshan City.

When everyone heard this, they finally understood the gap between them and Wei Qingchen.

After attending the gathering, Chen Qing's group prepared to go south the next day. They found a secret base of the Extreme Light Cult and were transported to Nanli.

After a day of investigation, they discovered that they were actually near King Wu's city.

Xuan Ping led the team and spent 12 days to return to Ironflow Valley.

Seeing that they were about to reach Ironflow Valley, Nie Fei said, "I'm still not used to staying in one place. I want to continue wandering the world."

Chen Qing also knew that a person like Nie Fei would sooner or later fall sick if he stayed in one place.

"If you encounter any danger, come find me at any time."

Nie Fei laughed, "Hahaha, as long as I'm in danger, you'll definitely appear to save me!"

Chen Qing instructed, "Li Xuetang, follow Xuan Ping from now on."

Nie Fei saw that Li Xuetang had made arrangements and left.

Everyone glanced at Hanshan City from afar. Wei Qingchen looked at the majestic city and asked, "Sir, do you need us to take this city?"

Chen Qing glanced at Xuan Ping. After all, this was Xuan Ping's property.

Xuan Ping said, "Other than this city, you can hunt the other tribes nearby."

She knew that the people of the Extreme Light Cult were all very capable. It was impossible to let them stay in Ironflow Valley.

And these seven tribes were the foundation that Chen Qing and Xuan Ping gave them.

Wei Qingchen said, "In just three months, other than Hanshan City, the other seven tribes will definitely bow before you!"

Chen Qing said, "Don't be too obvious. Just control them secretly."

Wei Qing Chen cupped his fists, "Yes!"

Chen Qing continued, "Wei Qing Chen, you are already at qi refinement realm and have two spirit Gu. You should prepare to build your foundation."

"You can give the order to take control of the seven clans. Leave the execution to the others."

"I will only say one thing. They can do whatever they want on the surface, but if I mobilize one day, I want to see everyone who can fight come."

Waving his hand to let the others leave, Chen Qing and Xuan Ping rode towards Iron Flow Valley. Chen Qing asked, "You have no reaction to me taking over your family's foundation?"

Xuan Ping did not care, "My family's foundation is my father's, not mine."

"He heard that I am about to build my foundation, he should be back in a few days."

Chen Qing was shocked, the great shaman was coming back?

"What realm is your father at?"

Xuan Ping did not hide, "Qi refinement is the first realm, foundation building is the second realm, ghost face is the third realm, my father is the fourth realm, mystic gate."

This was the first time Chen Qing heard the names of the third and fourth realm. "Fourth realm?"

He thought the great shaman was only at the third realm, he did not expect him to be at the fourth realm.

The difference between qi refinement and foundation building made him realize the difference in realms.

Fourth realm, he had no power to resist. But fortunately, he was Xuan Ping's man.

The day after returning to Iron Flow Valley, Chen Qing received news from Xuan Ping that the great shaman was back.

The entire Han Shan city and Xuan Niao tribe were in a celebratory mood.

After thirty years, the great shaman returned to his land.

The busiest one was not Xuan Mang or Xuan Ping, but Xuan Ping's mother.

Yuan Yi.

Once the great shaman returned, the person with the highest status in Han Shan city would be Yuan Yi.

Chen Qing quickly received the news and followed Xuan Ping to Han Shan city to welcome the great shaman.

Seeing that the great shaman was not here yet, Chen Qing entered the city to buy materials for Big River Sword Gu before following Xuan Ping to the city wall.

After visiting Xuan Ping's mother, Chen Qing stood behind Xuan Ping and waited for the great shaman.

Cold Mountain City was immersed in a festive atmosphere that surpassed the New Year. On both sides of the street, the shopkeepers had set up long tables filled with good wine and good food. They did not charge any money and could be enjoyed by anyone.

Every household was decorated with lanterns and colored banners, and there were even wooden troughs built on the streets. The troughs were filled with Spirit Ginseng Wine, and wine cups were suspended above the wine, allowing anyone to drink.

Standing at the front was Yuan Yi. Although she was already in her forties, she had maintained herself very well. She looked like she was only in her thirties. Standing next to Xuan Ping, they looked more like sisters than mother and daughter.

Yuan Yi herself was only sent to serve the Great Witch because of her beauty. For some reason, the Great Witch made her pregnant.

Henceforth, the Yuan Family went from being the weakest among the Black Bird Nine Clans to becoming the strongest clan.

After giving birth to Xuan Ping, she returned to the Xuan Ping Race and didn't bother about the matters of the world.

This was an extremely intelligent woman. She knew what she should do and what she shouldn't do.

Behind Yuan Yi was Xuan Mang and Xuan Ping.

Behind them were the leaders of the other Nine Clans. Yuan Tianfang stood beside Chen Qing and said to him, "Brother Qing Xu, don't be afraid. The Great Witch is a very good person."

"He's extremely kind. Although I've only seen him once, I've been won over by his grace."

Chen Qing thought, don't talk nonsense if you don't know the situation. I, Chen Qing, am secretly trying to take over their family business right now!

From morning to evening, everyone still waited respectfully before the city gates. What surprised Chen Qing the most was that under the scorching sun, Yuan Yi, a mortal woman, was actually still able to stand straight. She was not shaken at all.

He could not help but praise her secretly.

On the mountain peak in the distance, an old man in black clothes put down the wine bowl in his hand and asked, "Brother, how long have they been waiting?"

The old man only seemed to be in his fifties, but the might he gave off was extremely heavy. His hawk-like eyes seemed to be able to see through everything in the world.

His hair was white, but his bearing was extremely good. From afar, he did not seem like a person, but more like a sleeping tiger.

Beside him was a middle-aged man who looked extremely similar to him. He was dressed like a scholar. He clasped his hands towards the old man, "Father, they've been waiting for an entire day."

The Great Witch grinned, "Then let them wait a little longer. We'll enter the city at night."

"Brother, have you read Ping 'er's letter?"

Xuan Cuo went up, "I've read it and burned it."

The Great Witch said, "What do you think of this kid?"

Xuan Cuo said, "Ninth layer Qi Refinement. He carried Ping 'er eight thousand miles south and did not let her suffer any harm!"

"He's only at the ninth layer Qi Refinement. He has twenty-one experts with the strength of a Tiger Lord under his command. He's already formed."

"He's loyal and trustworthy. His strength is extraordinary and his potential is shocking. He's qualified to join our clan."

However, the Great Witch shook his head, "Zhuguang, you're still underestimating the Extreme Light sect. He's able to make thirteen Qi Refinement realm experts, or even the thirteen strongest Qi Refinement realm experts of the Extreme Light sect right now, bow their heads to him."

"His strength is definitely far beyond what you've guessed."

"He might even be on par with the Divine Son of the Immortal Court."

Xuan Cuo was slightly shocked. He narrowed his eyes, "Father, then aren't we doing a killing business?"

The Great Witch said indifferently, "I've already taken Zhang Tai 'a's head. Young people are still not clean enough."

"Cuo 'er, remember this. Cultivation is a killing business."

"Only by carving out a bloody path can you have the qualifications and wealth to support your cultivation."

"I've lived for more than two hundred years, and I've seen too many deaths to count."

"When you reach my age, you'll understand."

"You don't need to know anything else. Wake me up when it's dark."

Late at night, Hanshan City was brightly lit.

Only now did everyone hear the sound of horse hooves ahead. The Great Shaman at the front rode ahead, followed by 18 Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Seeing the Great Shaman arrive, the entire city cheered, beating gongs and drums, starting to play music.

Chen Qing was also mixed in with the crowd. He followed the others and bowed with cupped hands.

The Great Shaman entered the city and dismounted.

He took out a wine bowl from the wooden trough and drank a cup, laughing, "Hanshan City's wine is still the best!"

Then, the Great Shaman and the thousands of people in the city gathered together for a meal.

After accepting everyone's worship, he returned to the city lord's mansion under the escort of the nine clan leaders.

When entering the mansion, the Great Shaman turned around, "Qing, come with me."

Chen Qing looked around, knowing that the Great Shaman was calling him, so he followed reluctantly into the city lord's mansion.

Xuan Ping walked to Chen Qing's side and said softly, "Don't be afraid, father is a good person."

Walking to the main hall of the city lord's mansion, everyone took their seats. The Great Shaman sat in the center, while Chen Qing and Xuan Ping sat on the side.

The Great Shaman smiled, "Ping 'er has grown so big after 20 years."

Xuan Ping hurriedly said, "It's all because of father's fame that I can live without worries."

The Great Shaman smiled, "I'm not without worries. When you went south, Taiping Cult hunted you down."

He looked at Chen Qing, carefully examining him, "This is Qing Xu who escorted you south?"

Chen Qing stood up and bowed, "I'm Qing Xu. Greetings, Great Shaman."

The Great Shaman reached out with a kind smile, "Sit down."

"You're a good child."

"You've waited for me all day, you should all be tired."

"Other than Dalang and Qing Xu, everyone else go to sleep."

After the others left, Xuan Ping had clearly noticed a different atmosphere, and she glanced at Chen Qing with slight worry when she left.

Then, he actually turned back. The Great Shaman's face was still kind before, but in an instant, he was furious like a fierce tiger opening its eyes.

Xuan Ping came forward and reached into her sleeve to take out a Dao hairpin. She tied up Chen Qing's messy hair and inserted the hairpin. "You have to be more respectful when meeting Father."

After finishing, Xuan Ping then retreated under the Great Shaman's gaze, "Father, daughter will take her leave."

Xuan Ping left the main hall and hurriedly returned to her courtyard. She entered her room and laid down. Her mind was filled with her father's furious yet restrained appearance.

He couldn't help but feel terrified.

She didn't even know if her actions had saved Chen Qing.

She hoped that her father would treat Chen Qing better for her sake.

Xuan Ping had just left when the Great Shaman became amiable again, causing Chen Qing's heart to feel slightly numb.

Compared to the Mountain Master, this kind of power and influence made the Mountain Master seem like a mere mortal!

The great shaman waved his sleeve and said, "Qing Xu, you saved Ping 'er. I still haven't thanked you properly."

"Da Lang, bring my gift in."

Xuan Cuo left for a short while before returning. He carried a wooden box and placed it beside Chen Qing. "The gift is here. Brother Qing Xu, please check it."

Chen Qing opened the wooden box. There was a human head inside.

Chen Qing immediately knew that today's meeting had become unusual.

The Great Shaman smiled amiably. "This is the head of that Zhang Tai 'a. I'll give it to you. Are you satisfied?"

Chen Qing was shocked but his expression didn't change at all. He sat upright. "Thank you for your kindness, Great Shaman."

At this moment, the Great Shaman walked over and sat down on Xuan Ping's seat beside Chen Qing.

He reached into his sleeve and took out the 21 Tiger Chieftain titles from the King Cities and placed it in front of Chen Qing.

Chen Qing picked it up and looked. Other than the name of the Tiger Chieftain and the tribe to lead, the rest of the process had been completed.

The Great Shaman picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea beside Chen Qing's hand. "I've only returned for two months this time."

"These are the 21 Tiger Chieftain titles. I'll follow you to fill in the names and tribes of the Tiger Chieftains."

"Two months. When I leave, I want to see the 21 Tiger Chieftains send me off with their troops!"

"You only need to hunt down the tribes around Xuanniao Tribe. I'll clean up the mess and deal with the consequences."

"If you can't do it."

"Chen Qing!"

"Then you can scram back to your Carefree Mountain!"

Chapter 2: Two in One Delivered

(End of Chapter)