Attacked by the Female Demon at the Beginning - Chapter 353

Chapter 353: Perhaps a Way to Deal with Gu Qing Has Been Found

“This time Haotian Sect has released more information. Or rather, after inquiries by people around, they finally got a lot of news about that disciple,” Xing said, looking at Fairy Gui.

“First of all, his name. I have confirmed it from multiple sources; that person is named Shang’an.”

“Taoist Shang’an?” Fairy Gui was somewhat surprised.

“Is it the Shang’an we heard about in Blood Tide Forest? Has he been to Corpse Realm?”

Xing pondered for a moment before speaking, “It’s hard to say for certain, but he’s from the west, and they have Corpse Realm Flowers there too, so it’s highly likely he’s been inside.”

“So you’re saying the peerless genius from the Corpse Realm is him?” Fairy Gui was shocked.

“Not necessarily.”

Liu shook her head, “Let’s not even talk about whether the timing matches up. According to Xing, that person arrived with injuries. But the one from the Corpse Realm, based on descriptions, doesn’t seem like someone who left with injuries.”

“That’s true,” Fairy Gui nodded.

“I watched him reach the summit, and there was no sign of serious injury. But there’s a question that bothers me: if Taoist Shang’an was really in there, why isn’t he the peerless genius? With such extraordinary phenomena occurring at the Haotian Platform, why was there no reaction from Tianbei Mountain?”

No one could explain it.

Even Jiang Hao was somewhat puzzled.

If Taoist Shang’an was indeed remarkable, then why didn’t he attract the attention of Tianbei Mountain?

Suddenly, Dan Yuan spoke up.

“How old is Taoist Shang’an?”

After a brief thought, Xing replied, “It’s said that he’s already on the Ascension Platform. Even with outstanding talent, he must be three to four hundred years old.”

Upon hearing this, Dan Yuan said with a smile, “Didn’t Friend Gui mention that a peerless genius appeared in the Corpse Realm two hundred years ago?”

At this, Fairy Gui and the others were taken aback.

Jiang Hao lowered his eyes, also surprised.

He had never considered who the peerless genius from two hundred years ago might be.

Unlike the others, he knew more.

Perhaps the peerless genius who appeared two hundred years ago was indeed Shang’an.

It was his second visit to the Corpse Realm.

Being in the Blood Tide Forest meant that at that time, Taoist Shang’an might have been at the Foundation Establishment or Golden Core stage.

The possibility of being at the Nascent Soul stage was not high.

In just two hundred years, to leap from Nascent Soul to Spirit Refining, Return to Void, and all the way to the Ascension Platform was an incredibly terrifying talent.

Exactly how many realms he had crossed, Jiang Hao did not know. He didn’t have further information.

“So the current peerless genius remains a mystery.”

Fairy Gui frowned, turning to look at Jiang Hao.

Don’t look at me; I never said he was definitely in there.

Jiang Hao’s expression was calm, without any ripples.

“Who it is doesn’t affect us. What’s next?”

Liu didn’t dwell on it but wanted to know what would follow.

“Shang’an has taken a master, but there seems to have been a long dispute within the Haotian Sect. However, it doesn’t hinder him from becoming a true disciple. His status is extremely high. But for some reason, he’s rarely seen. After taking a master, he seems to have gone into seclusion. Many people want to catch a glimpse of him, but the opportunity never arises,” Xing said, puzzled.

Jiang Hao knew why. But with the strength of the Haotian Sect, they should be able to cure the poison in Shang’an.

After discussing the surrounding matters, the gathering ended.

Back in his room, Jiang Hao felt a bit out of place, as he had never spoken up.

But what was there to say?

There wasn’t much to talk about the surroundings, and speaking up could easily reveal his location.

There wasn’t much noteworthy news from other channels.

Without further thought, Jiang Hao took out a book and noted down the secret method for seeking fortune.

He would have Hong Yuye look at it when she arrived.

The gathering didn’t have much important content.

After a brief review, he sorted out the matters.

First, Senior Dan Yuan had issued a new task to search for traces of fortune, which could potentially attract some people, and Gui might also come.

He needed to be extra careful to avoid getting involved.

Second, he had completed Gu Qing’s task and asked Xing to keep an eye on End of All Things.

Third, he learned about Mi Lingyue’s strength, known as Forging Hands.

There wasn’t much else. The matter of Shang’an wouldn’t affect him, so it was all fine. Even if Gui had some suspicions about the peerless genius, it didn’t matter.

Without evidence, there was no harm in continuing to suspect.

It could elevate his stature in the eyes of the other party.

That was actually a good thing, as long as they didn’t guess his true identity.

At that moment, Jiang Hao looked at the third item and suddenly had an idea.

“The Forging Hands is a talent, as well as a title that encompasses knowledge and experience. So, is it possible for her to extract the treasure from Gu Qing’s body?”

Jiang Hao put away his things and went out to the courtyard to think.

He then took out the Heavenly Saber and mixed some soil on the ground, beginning to smear the soil onto the Heavenly Saber.

As he smeared, he pondered.

“If it’s really possible, how can I explain that I know about this? Gu Qing is related to Xing and Mi Lingyue to Liu. If I act now, there’s a chance they’ll notice.”

After covering the blade with soil, Jiang Hao took out an unused sub-ring and began to smear it with soil as well.

He was still thinking about Mi Lingyue.

“I can’t be the one to start this, but given her reputation, perhaps in some time, the Tianyin Sect will have news about this. Then I can get involved.”

Not being able to deal with Gu Qing didn’t mean he couldn’t deal with Mi Lingyue. But he couldn’t say too much, as his knowledge was limited.

Getting involved this way, even if Mi Lingyue left and Gu Qing was taken away, it wouldn’t have much impact on him.

But there’s a key point.

What can he gain this time?

After rolling all the other sub-rings in the dirt, Jiang Hao took out the fragments of the Heavenly Extreme Calamity Bead and the Earthly Extreme Heart-Devouring Bead.

He also took out the Secret Whisper Slate.

He grabbed the Nameless Secret Manual as well, but hesitated and then put it away.

This was handwritten, not a treasure.

Then he took off the Nine Heavens Armor and the Nine Heavens Wrist Guard.

Might as well try, what if rubbing them off later really does produce bubbles?

That way, there’s no need to take risks mining.

No need to go to the Spiritual Medicine Garden either.

Just focus on making talismans to earn spirit stones.

Then, after obtaining two more golden bubbles and another treasure, continue rubbing.

Once he had dealt with all his possessions, he continued to ponder whether to get involved in Gu Qing’s affairs.

“This matter probably won’t bring any substantial benefits, but it could get me some attention from the Senior Sisters and Senior Brothers of the Lawless Tower. Although it’s not something visible, it can save my life many times. Even if one day I’m locked up in the Lawless Tower, these people could become my lifeline.”

“Moreover, completing tasks for Elder Bai would likely be much safer.”

“However, I mustn’t get carried away. I need to control the extent of my involvement and maintain my current mindset. Prioritize quietly managing the Spiritual Medicine Garden and not going out.”

After tidying up the yard, Jiang Hao looked at the moonlight, wondering if the rabbits and the others had a smooth outing.

It wasn’t that he was worried about their safety but whether they had caused him any trouble.

Cheng Chou was fine; he had taken Xiao Li out several times without any issues.

But it was the rabbit’s second outing, and the first time had already brought people from the Candlelight Alchemy Court after them.

Who knows who they might have provoked this time.

Sigh

He couldn’t be at ease until the rabbit was released.