The Villain Starts From Dual Cultivation With The Protagonist's Master

Wu Dian stood still, sometimes looking at Meng Qing, sometimes at the giant scorpion lying on the ground covered in blood.

What happened?

The mid-Foundation Building stage giant scorpion that he had fought against for such a long time before was undoubtedly powerful.

His early Foundation Building stage cultivation, combined with the two Qi Refining Late Stage lackeys, could barely withstand its attacks.

But now, the giant scorpion was lying on the ground, with a large empty space above its head, clearly dead.

The person who killed it was Meng Qing, who was inconspicuous in the Immortal Gate and not as strong as himself from head to toe.

And it was a one-hit kill, only using one strike.

How is this possible?

If Wu Dian hadn't seen it with his own eyes, he would have thought it was the funniest joke he had ever heard, but this was the truth.

Su Lianlian couldn't believe it either. She had only felt unfamiliar before, but now she was extremely surprised.

The scorpion that attacked Luo Li was an adult, and according to the records in the book, it was at least at the mid-Foundation Building stage, or even the late Foundation Building stage.

Yet it was killed by Meng Qing with a casual strike, in less than ten seconds.

What realm is he in now?

Mid-Foundation Building stage? Late Foundation Building stage? Maybe even Gold Core?

What can be confirmed is that he didn't encounter any fortuitous encounters, but rather concealed his own strength.

Then why did he hide his strength and pretend to be close to his own level before?

Could it be that he discovered his undercover identity and intentionally tested him?

Su Lianlian didn't dare to think about it.

The person to pay special attention to on this journey is not Luo Li, but Meng Qing.

"Wu Dian, what's going on?"

"The one lying on the ground... how did it die?"

With his line of sight no longer obstructed, Wu Dian's two lackeys, one fat and one thin, saw their big brother standing not far away and ran over, only to see the desert scorpion lying on the ground.

Wu Dian understood the reaction of these two lackeys very well, because he himself found it unbelievable.

He added, "It was killed by Meng Qing, with just one strike."

Mentioning Meng Qing, everyone present looked at him.

And Lu Chuan, who was pretending to be Meng Qing, maintained his posture with his back to Luo Li, motionless.

Lu Chuan didn't know how to explain this situation.

When the scorpion rushed towards Luo Li, the system told him that if the protagonist died here, the Heavenly Dao would be angry and level the entire desert, causing all living creatures to die under the thunder punishment, including Lu Chuan.

Lu Chuan didn't want to die because of a bug.

He immediately transformed his spiritual energy into a sword and rushed to Luo Li, sending the little bug to the Western Heaven.

Lu Chuan was somewhat worried that he would be recognized as not being Meng Qing himself.

Meng Qing's cultivation was only at the early Foundation Building stage, but the Great Accomplishment disguise technique given by the system not only changed Lu Chuan's face to look like Meng Qing, but also his cultivation to the early Foundation Building stage.

That's right, Lu Chuan killed the desert scorpion using only his early Foundation Building stage strength.

Lu Chuan said to Luo Li, "Can't you even protect yourself? Your lax attitude won't survive in the cultivation world. You helped me once before, and now I don't owe you anything."

As soon as Lu Chuan finished speaking, the system's voice sounded.

"Detected that the protagonist Luo Li feels ashamed.

Rewarding mission points: thirty.

Accumulated villain points: three thousand seven hundred and thirty.

Hope the host will continue to work hard. The points obtained this time are the fewest today. Reflect on where you fall short compared to Wu Dian."

What does this mean?

Luo Li was still in a daze from the shock, but after Meng Qing's words, he finally recovered.

Meng Senior Brother's words were absolutely right. He was aware of the dangers in the cultivation world.

It's just that he had lived a more comfortable life under his master's tutelage, without having to worry about anything, and he had become lax.

If he continued to act like this outside, this time he had the help of kind-hearted Meng Senior Brother, but who would it be next time, Senior Brother Lu Chuan?

Thinking of Lu Chuan, Luo Li suddenly felt that Meng Qing and Lu Chuan were similar in some ways.

The familiar sense of security just now was similar to the feeling of being held by Senior Brother Lu Chuan during the inner sect competition.

"Thank you, Senior Brother Meng, for your guidance." Luo Li stopped his random thoughts and saluted with clasped fists.

The mid-stage giant scorpion in the fallen Foundation Building had dried up, and a round sphere fell out of the hollow on its head, several times larger than a mid-stage Qi Refining cultivator.

Wu had sharp eyes and immediately recognized it as a spirit core.

The spirit core of a mid-stage Spirit Beast in the Foundation Building stage was equivalent to the dantian of a human cultivator in the Foundation Building stage. It could be sold for two to three thousand Spirit Stones in the market!

Wu quickly approached and said, "Meng Qing, you're still so powerful. Truly my brother.

Brother, I also played a part in killing this desert giant scorpion.

My two junior brothers and I fought it for several rounds, exhausting its energy, which allowed you to kill it so easily.

Look, why don't I take this spirit core and sell it, and we can split the proceeds among the four of us?"

Su Lianlian frowned and thought to herself: Wu is shameless!

Hearing what he said, Su Lianlian speculated that they couldn't handle the adult giant scorpion.

In order to save themselves, they lured it to Lu Li's side, hoping to use the three of them as a distraction to escape. Unexpectedly, Meng Qing killed it.

Clearly, it was all Meng Qing's credit, but Wu exaggerated his own contribution just to get a share of the spirit core.

Lu Chuan was worried about how to get away from everyone's sight when Wu approached him.

He didn't need this low-level spirit core. He could exchange a Gold Core stage Spirit Beast spirit core from the system store for just a dozen points, almost the same price as the raw materials for basic pills.

If it was something not worth points, he could just take it.

After taking it, he would do the work, and the lackeys should hurry up and help attract attention.

Lu Chuan calmly said, "You decide."

Wu went to pick up the spirit core, and his two subordinates found a small spirit core not far away.

One was mid-stage Foundation Building, and the other was mid-stage Qi Refining. They estimated the value to be around four thousand Spirit Stones.

A quarter would go to Meng Qing, and Wu would still have three thousand Spirit Stones.

"Hahaha, Meng brother is really easy to talk to. After selling it, I will definitely not shortchange you.

Meng brother is so generous, and as the team leader, I can't be stingy either.

Tonight, I'll treat everyone to the best inn in Wu Country."

Meng Qing just nodded.

Su Lianlian couldn't help but roll her eyes. Wu was shamelessly trying to profit from the situation. Disgusting.

After getting ready, everyone was cautious on the way, always paying attention to whether there were any vibrations underground to prevent another surprise attack from the giant scorpion.

As the sun set, the desert sand under their feet turned into black soil suitable for planting crops.

After walking on the plain grassland for a short time, the moon had just risen when they saw the gate of Wu Country.

Two soldiers stood on either side of the gate, carefully verifying the identities of the people entering.

To the west of Wu Country was the ocean, to the east was the desert, and further east was the plateau where the cultivation sects were located.

In order to facilitate the export of crops to the small town on the cultivation plateau and the annual tribute of Spirit Beasts, Wu Country had designated the largest city in the country, Shengle City, at the easternmost part of the country.

After the verification, it was confirmed that they were disciples of the Wan Immortal Gate, and Lu Chuan and the others were allowed to enter.

The buildings in Shengle City were all in an ancient style, and the bustling streets were brightly lit, creating a lively atmosphere. In the shopping street, one could hear the enthusiastic shouts of the vendors, and pedestrians coming and going, with laughter and joy filling the air.

One of Wu's subordinates exclaimed excitedly, "This is the most luxurious city in Wu Country, Shengle City!"

For cultivators who preferred tranquility, such a lively scene might not be seen for decades.

But the people present had not been cultivating for a long time, and they still yearned for the bustling city life. The suppressed desires of ordinary people that had been suppressed for years were ignited, and they became excited.

The city was brightly lit at night, and for a moment, Lu Chuan mistakenly thought he had returned to Blue Star, feeling a sense of panic. When he saw Lu Li walking beside him, he confirmed that he was in the cultivation world and felt relieved.

He had no nostalgia for Blue Star. Compared to a life of insignificance and being forgotten, Lu Chuan preferred the cultivation world. Here, he felt more alive. He had someone to protect and unfinished business to attend to.

Only Lu Li, seeing the bustling scene, was reminded of the capital of her country before her brother's coup, feeling a sense of sadness.

Wu stopped and turned to the others, saying, "This is it, the inn run by the thriving Qianqiu Trading Company."

Unlike the simple taverns of ancient times, this place was very luxurious.

Upon entering the door, there was a magnificent lobby with exquisite pearl decorations on the ceiling. Various ink landscape paintings hung on the surrounding walls, giving the inn an elegant and upscale atmosphere.

Wu walked up to the counter and said to the young man behind it, "Waiter, give us six single rooms."

Qianqiu Inn, Lu Chuan felt that the name Qianqiu sounded familiar.

Qianqiu, Qianqiu...

Before awakening his memories from his past life, the maid who had been abandoned by him seemed to be called that.

But the cultivation world was much larger than Blue Star. How could it be such a coincidence?

Perhaps he was overthinking it.