Attacked by the Female Demon at the Beginning - Chapter 38

Chapter 38: The Golden Core is Within Sight

After discovering the situation, Jiang Hao stopped visiting the Spiritual Medicine Garden.

Instead, he stayed quietly in the courtyard, collecting vital energy bubbles every day, waiting until he had accumulated a hundred.

Liu Xingchen did not come to inform him of the specific situation.

He didn’t know whether the matter had been investigated or not, which slightly concerned him.

The early stage of the Golden Core was not something that a Foundation Establishment cultivator could contend with, and he worried that his adversary would not be able to suppress the hatred in their heart upon seeing him again.

As for hiding somewhere else… He had thought about it, but nowhere was suitable for a long stay.

Moreover, with many people around, it was not as safe as his own courtyard.

If that person appeared, he would head straight to his master’s residence.

There was at least some hope in that.

His greatest reliance was on advancing his cultivation.

“Just a few more days,” Jiang Hao murmured to himself.

…….

Seven days passed in a flash, during which he consolidated his cultivation in the courtyard to facilitate his upcoming advancement.

This time was different from before. Having a hundred points of cultivation and a hundred points of vital energy during the Foundation Establishment phase was not surprising for an advancement.

But now, he was about to step into the ranks of the Golden Core, which was a significant leap.

It was uncertain whether a hundred points of cultivation and a hundred points of vital energy would be enough.

If not, it would be troublesome.

Accumulating another hundred would take three months.

Jin Zhouheng had already discovered him; would they wait another three months?

Unlikely. Perhaps they had already scouted the surroundings and were planning to make a move in the next few days.

He sighed and checked his panel.

【Vital Energy: 99/100 (can be cultivated)】

【Cultivation: 100/100 (can be cultivated)】

“Just one more day,” he thought.

Today, Jiang Hao took out his Half-Moon blade and began to maintain it.

The more critical the moment, the greater the danger.

Sure enough, he felt that burning gaze again, very direct and unsettling.

“Are they here?”

It was too soon, sooner than he had prepared for.

Jiang Hao was alarmed but did not act rashly.

Instead, he waited for the other party to make a move so he could flee from this place.

Of course, he also had another thought in mind, which was the Heavenly Fragrance Dao Flower.

There were many who had their eyes on it.

Perhaps Elder Bai Zhi and that woman would think someone was stealing their property and take action.

After a moment, the subtle gaze suddenly disappeared.

“Hmm?” Jiang Hao was puzzled.

Were they not going to act?

At the same time, Liu Xingchen’s voice rang out from outside.

“Is Junior Brother Jiang there?”

“Here,” Jiang Hao immediately responded.

It turned out to be Liu Xingchen’s arrival that caused the retreat.

However, it was daytime, and it was possible that they would wait until nightfall.

After inviting Liu Xingchen in, Jiang Hao poured him a cup of tea.

“Junior Brother was right. It’s indeed possible that there’s an undercover agent from another sect. They should be captured tonight,” Liu Xingchen said after taking a sip of tea.

“Junior Brother should also be careful tonight. Nine times out of ten, this person is targeting you. Since they dare to come, they’re probably prepared not to return. But everyone has a will to live; they don’t want to die here if they can return alive. They’re not extreme yet. But once we act, they will become extreme.”

Jiang Hao nodded in understanding.

Liu Xingchen didn’t say he would protect him, nor did he insist on a successful capture. That would be too demanding.

It could easily cause resentment.

The fact that he came to give a warning was already beyond the call of duty.

After Liu Xingchen left, apparently just to convey this message, Jiang Hao looked at the empty courtyard and suddenly became curious.

If Liu Xingchen were to try to persuade him to defect, what should he do?

Should he reluctantly agree, or tell that woman?

Or perhaps seek out Elder Bai Zhi?

Jiang Hao shook his head, unable to come up with an answer.

He didn’t want to face this choice; it was too risky.

He then stepped out of the courtyard and made his way to the Spiritual Medicine Garden.

They were going to act tonight, which meant that whoever was coming would come tonight.

He was just one vital energy point short; as long as the Spiritual Medicine Garden had what he needed, he could advance his cultivation right now.

If he was quick enough, he would be ready to face the danger.

At the very least, he would have the ability to escape.

In the Spiritual Medicine Garden, Jiang Hao saw Han Ming directing people to organize the spiritual medicines.

“Senior Brother Jiang, we haven’t seen you these past few days,” Han Ming said with a slight show of respect.

Defeated by Jiang Hao, he felt unwilling to accept it, but he also understood that he was no match for him at the moment.

If you’re no match, then don’t stir up trouble needlessly.

“Junior Brother Han, are you preparing for a long journey?” Jiang Hao gestured towards the spiritual medicines.

Normally, there wouldn’t be a need to prepare so much.

Even for alchemy, this wouldn’t be necessary, so it’s more likely he’s preparing for a long trip.

As a true disciple, he could take many things, and just needed to register them.

“Yes, recently Tianqing Mountain has been organizing a Dao Discussion Conference, and it seems like everyone is reluctant to leave, which has caused some conflicts with our sect. I just happen to be going out for some experience,” Han Ming explained.

A confrontation between good and evil?

That was the last thing Jiang Hao wanted to experience; it wasn’t convenient for clearing his name.

“Then, Junior Brother, be careful,” Jiang Hao kindly advised.

At that moment, he could see the bubbles in the Spiritual Medicine Garden.

There was only one blue bubble.

Now to see if it was the vital energy.

“Alright, when I return from my experience, I’ll seek out Senior Brother for another sparring session,” Han Ming insisted.

Jiang Hao nodded.

Next time, he might just let him win to avoid such trouble.

Being the object of someone’s fixation was not a pleasant feeling.

After bidding farewell to Han Ming, he made his way into the Spiritual Medicine Garden.

Of course, he also checked the surrounding people helping out; Jin Zhouheng was not there, fortunately.

After a short while.

The bubbles began to flow in.

【Strength+1】

【Spirit+1】

【Endurance+1】

【Spirit+1】

Feeling the minor changes in his body, he was somewhat delighted; he had missed out on a lot of growth by not coming here these past few days.

Soon he saw the blue bubble merge in.

【Vital Energy+1】

“It’s done.”

Afterwards, Jiang Hao turned and left the Spiritual Medicine Garden without even bothering to tidy up.

He wanted to take advantage of the early daylight to advance to Golden Core.