The ancient giant bear hiding in the world of immortal cultivation

Chapter 482 The Blood Curse Returns

At this moment, Zhuang Bufei smiled and said, "Lord Wang Wu, now that you are the Lord of Frost Domain, please solve our first problem. That is, the spirit tax that needs to be paid to the Spirit Tax Bureau will expire in ten years. We still have a large shortfall. Due to the interference and sabotage of hostile forces, we have not had any income for the past fifty-five years."

"Wait, I'll handle this? So you haven't done anything in these 55 years?"

Wang Wu was very surprised.

"What are you talking about, sir? How could we dare disobey our master's orders? You're the boss, how could we dare to do anything without your involvement? Besides, there's some bad news. There's concrete intelligence indicating that the other side seems to have really hired a few wandering Taiyi to try and assassinate us. So these days, we've been trembling with fear, not daring to step out of Qing Shuang City."

Looking at the smiling faces of Lu Tong, Zhuang Bufei, Feng Muhan, and Qu Shenglian, Wang Wu finally confirmed that this seemed to be the style arranged by Shuangjun.

"Alright, let's get started right away. Can someone tell me what the Spirit Tax is all about? What resources does it consist of?"

"Here!"

Lu Tong clasped his hands in a formal gesture of respect before saying in a serious tone, "The Spirit Tax is the foundation for maintaining the normal operation of the Hidden Origin Society, and it is also the foundation for ensuring that the Hidden Origin Society always has vigorous vitality, the ability to examine and correct itself, and the ability to self-correct."

"So despite the constant disputes and conflicts among the seven domains of the Hidden Origin Society, they have always maintained this consensus on this matter: the spirit tax must be paid, and it must be paid in full."

"As for the composition of the spiritual tax, there are three main types: the benefits brought by the outer heavens, the benefits from trade, and other benefits."

"After deducting necessary costs, 50% of all profits will be handed over to the Hidden Origin Elder Council, 20% will be handed over to the Three Departments for auditing and tax collection, and will be distributed to the Nine Steeds and Twelve Branch Altars as appropriate. The remaining 30% will be used by ourselves."

"Currently, our interests in the Outer Heavens are basically maintained as normal. The area there is being managed by several elders of the Frost Domain. What is truly affected is the income from trade."

"Therefore, we would like to ask you, sir, to speak with our mortal enemy from the Frost Domain."

"Talk? Can we even talk about that!"

Wang Wu's eyes widened, finding it absurd. Were these people trying to kill him?

“Why can’t we talk? We’re all colleagues in the Hidden Origin Society. This constant confrontation isn’t a solution. Does it have to be a fight to the death? We need to find a way to resolve this,” Lu Tong said matter-of-factly.

"Okay, who is our arch-enemy? How am I supposed to negotiate?" Wang Wu found it increasingly absurd, but since they had all put it that way, he might as well give it a try.

"Our first mortal enemy is the Blood Elder of the Dark Domain. During the previous war with the Heavenly Pivot Immortal Alliance, our master seized his Vermilion Bird Array Soul, so this feud was formed. Now, we hope that you, sir, can step forward, turn hostility into friendship, and talk with the Blood Elder of the Dark Domain." Lu Tong said in a serious tone.

But Wang Wu thought he was talking nonsense.

However, judging from the attitudes of Zhuang Bufei, Feng Muhan, and Qu Shenglian, this seems to be a viable approach.

"You're all coming with me?"

"Of course, sir, please rest assured, there will be no mistakes. Even if the talks fall through, there will be no loss. Do you think the Dark Domain Blood Elder would kill you in public?"

"But I still can't understand what this has to do with the size of the Dao?" Wang Wu frowned.

"My lord, that's why it's called a trial. You won't understand unless you experience these things. Alright, it's time to go. Dark Domain Blood Elder is a senior after all, we can't be late."

As they were talking, Lu Tong and Zhuang Bufei lifted him up from either side. Feng Muhan made a magic spell, and a white cloud instantly appeared beneath their feet, disappearing in a flash.

Before long, the white cloud stopped, revealing a huge stone platform covering an area of ​​several tens of square kilometers, with sheer cliffs below. Overall, it resembled a massive stone pillar mountain.

The surroundings were desolate, with only gray mist swirling around, making it look eerie. I had no idea where I was.

Lu Tong, Zhuang Bufei, Feng Muhan, and Qu Shenglian stood in a row behind Wang Wu, each with a solemn expression, like four stone statues.

Wang Wu still found it absurd. What a joke! Frost Lord stole Blood Elder's Vermilion Bird Array Soul. Such a huge grudge, and you want me to talk about it?

Is this something that can be negotiated and resolved?
That's too childish.

But it doesn't matter, the Blood Elder can't just suddenly start a fight now, can he?
Just then, a figure appeared on the opposite side of the stone platform. It was a skinny old man, which was quite fitting for the name Blood Old Man. Unexpectedly, he actually came.

At that moment, Wang Wu tried his best to appear friendly, cupping his fists and smiling, "This junior greets Lord Blood Elder. Thank you for gracing me with your presence. Um, this junior is not very knowledgeable and does not know the rules, but I have come with sincerity today. How about I punish myself with three cups first?"

Wang Wu himself didn't know what he was saying. He had no experience, and the Blood Elder's strength was actually on par with Gray Elder, Black Emperor, and even the former Frost Lord. It would be strange if he said he wasn't afraid.

At this moment, the skinny old man opposite him stared with his big eyes, glanced at Wang Wu, and then looked at Lu Tong a few more times. Suddenly, he laughed and said, "Lu Tong, are you really not considering coming to work for my Dark Domain?"

what?
"Thank you for your appreciation, Lord Blood Elder. I am doing well in Frost Domain. Also, this is the newly appointed ruler of my Frost Domain, Lord Wang Wu."

"Oh? I know, Old Grey's traitor! That little girl Frost Lord has always been so unconventional, one after another, haha! Interesting, interesting! Then there's nothing to talk about. I have no interest in the Jade Cauldron City you gave up. Frost Lord hid herself away and left you to take the blame. It's rare to see your blind loyalty. You'd better watch yourselves!"

At this point, the withered old man suddenly laughed. "I'd like to see how long Frost Lord can endure this? Lu Tong, don't regret it! And you, Gray Old Man's traitorous disciple, your name is Wang Wu, right? Be careful you don't get sold out without even knowing it."

After saying this, the old man with the blood gave a cold laugh and left.

What is this and what?
Wang Wu finally realized that something was wrong. He had been fooled by Lu Tong and the other three again. Sure enough, when he turned around, he saw Feng Muhan excitedly stuffing the jade talisman that controlled the White Cloud Immortal Artifact into Lu Tong's hand.

But Lu Tong seemed fearless. Zhuang Bufei and Qu Shenglian were both very anxious but helpless. So what exactly were these four up to?
Wang Wu felt like he had become a tool.

"Feng Muhan, don't try to persuade me anymore. I won't leave now!"

Lu Tong suddenly shoved Feng Muhan away, his smile chilling.

"Senior Brother, calm down!" Zhuang Bufei advised.

“I am calm. It’s pointless. Even the Blood Elder is trying to persuade me to surrender, yet you are still telling me to escape? My master has done me a great favor; how can I betray the Frost Domain!”

"Feng Muhan, the master is still watching. Stop arguing and go back!"

Lu Tong shouted sternly.

Feng Muhan gave Wang Wu a wry smile.

"I'm sorry, sir, please allow me to explain further. Senior Brother, if you don't leave now, it will be too late!"

"I said I'm not leaving! I cultivate the righteous path. If Liu Shengxuan wants to take me, I'll fight him to the death! What kind of logic is it to run away now?"

"go back!"

Lu Tong and Feng Muhan were still arguing when Wang Wu suddenly felt like he was being watched.

It was very special and strange, as if some special force was manipulating his destiny!
Level 27 Divine Calculator?
It's Gray Old Man!
In an instant, Wang Wu activated his level 27 passive skill Concealment, simultaneously activating level 3 Oblivion and level 3 Warning!
But almost at the same time, he felt as if he had been hit on the head with a blunt object, making him see stars and feel dizzy. A terrifying gaze, like a venomous snake, slithered in, trying to spy on his future!

Just when his Level 3 amnesia and Level 3 warning were about to give way, a red leaf drifted up and blocked everything!
Almost simultaneously, a blood curse of divine punishment crashed down, firmly sealing his heart of the earth.

It's at least ten times more powerful than the previous Blood Curse Heavenly Punishment!
Wang Wu groaned and collapsed to the ground!
Lu Tong and his three companions were then alerted.

Wang Wu's vision blurred, but he still managed to stay rational. "Hurry back! Nobody's going anywhere! Old Gray's here! He used Level 27 Divine Calculation on me!"

Lu Tong and his companions' expressions changed drastically, but they reacted quickly, manipulating the White Cloud Immortal Artifact to rapidly return to Qing Shuang City.

Meanwhile, on another unnamed stone platform, three figures were watching Wang Wu and his group of five fleeing in disarray.

Gray Old Man is one of them.

At this moment, his face looked a little ugly.

"I never expected that Shuang Hongye would value this kid so much! She even placed a wisp of her immortal spirit on him."

"Haha! This shows that Shuang Hongye is still very powerful. She predicted that you would use divine calculation on this Wang Wu, so she tricked you here. Fortunately, I was prepared! Xiong Wuli, are you sure this is the strongest blood curse heavenly punishment? If this Wang Wu breaks through it again, your Mangshan Ancient Bear Clan will have to welcome a new clan leader."

A middle-aged man with an extraordinary air laughed loudly.

"Brother Liu, please rest assured. I am well prepared this time. This is the strongest blood curse. Throughout history, very few have been able to break through it."

"However, I didn't expect that Frost Lord would remain silent. I'm afraid of her!"

Xiong Wuli looked around somewhat guiltily.

"Don't worry about Shuangjun, she's too impatient. She can't even wait 100,000 years. It serves her right to be unlucky and suffer the backlash!"

The middle-aged man shook his head and sighed, "She thought that by obtaining a veto power, she could secure a place in the Hidden Origin Elder Council. She was being far too naive."

"Elder Grey, as the head of the Audit Department, I hereby formally reveal to the Hidden Origin Elder Council that Lu Tong, a fourth-rank elder of the Frost Domain and a disciple of Frost Lord, is none other than the wandering Taiyi Deer Cry, ranked fifty-first on the wanted list of the Nine Alliances, Three Societies, and Two Sects!"

"We request that the Elder Council of Yinyuan immediately propose an emergency motion to detain Lu Tong and to investigate Shuangjun for his poor judgment in judging people!"

"At the same time, to prevent Lu Tong from escaping, please immediately seal off the passage from Frost Domain to Outer Heaven."

(End of this chapter)