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Chapter 295 Gravekeeper

Chen Ming truly hadn't expected that the Celestial Master's Mansion would bear such a mission.

However, on the other hand, aren't those so-called Demon Realm, Demon Realm, and Hell just large-scale dungeons where you can grind experience?

For him, it was no different from "Qingwei Heaven".

Thinking about it this way, he actually started to look forward to it.

After this trip is over, I must visit the Celestial Master's Mansion.

Suppressing his excitement, Chen Ming brought up the most important matter at hand, "Those are things for the future. Now that I have formed my Yin Spirit, I would like to ask you, senior, to teach me how to evade the divine sense scan of a Divine Treasure Realm expert."

The old Taoist priest said, "This is not difficult. I will pass on a secret incantation to you, and you will be able to deceive everyone. Remember it well..."

The method he cultivated was best at avoiding calamities. What he passed on to Chen Ming this time was a secret technique of the sect. This secret technique was specifically used to conceal one's own existence and was most suitable for avoiding powerful enemies.

After passing on the incantation, the old Taoist priest explained it to him in detail.

Chen Ming memorized the incantation and asked, "Senior, what is the name of this secret technique?"

"My master named it 'Harmony with the World'."

"It is indeed a good name. I don't know how to repay the kindness you have shown me so many times."

"This is our destiny. Alright, study it carefully on your own. With your talent, I believe you will master this secret technique soon."

"Senior, farewell."

……

Two days later, they finally arrived at Jiangzhou City.

Chen Ming followed Princess Mingyu back to the Zhenhai Prince's Mansion. In the afternoon, he found an opportunity to see Princess Mingyu. "I have come to say goodbye to the princess. Thank you for your care along the way. I will definitely repay you in the future."

Princess Mingyu sat in the inner room, her expression obscured by a curtain. She simply said calmly, "I am only doing this for Sister Ziyi's sake, so there is no need for thanks."

“Then, Princess, I shall take my leave.”

As Chen Ming left the room and walked out the door, he heard Princess Mingyu's voice behind him, "Take care..."

"Princess, please take care as well."

After he finished speaking, he left.

Chen Ming disguised himself as a servant in the Prince's mansion and left without alerting anyone.

He used the technique of "blending in with the world" until he was far away from the palace, then slipped into an empty alley, changed his clothes and appearance, left through another exit, merged into the crowd, and disappeared into the big city, hiding himself away.

He had been to Jiangzhou several times before, so finding a place to hide wouldn't be difficult.

Unless the person behind it uses official power to conduct a large-scale search, it will be almost impossible to find him.

The truly wise hide in plain sight; in this metropolis with a permanent population of over one million, it is easier to conceal oneself.

If you leave the city, you'll be easier to find.

Therefore, Chen Ming plans to stay in the city for the foreseeable future.

……

Two days later.

In an inconspicuous restaurant in Jiangzhou City, a man in blue sat by the window on the second floor, drinking alone.

This man was about thirty years old, with a thin face and a cold, aloof demeanor. On the table lay an ordinary steel sword, yet no one dared to provoke him.

"...Just who is the new leader of Jin Yutang? I've never heard of such a peak first-rank expert before."

"Who knows? It's said that he and a few others entered the top-grade secret realm of Jin Yutang. If they can really obtain top-grade treasures and successfully open the divine treasure, then Jin Yutang can once again enter the ranks of the four major sects."

"Who says it's not..."

"And Governor Pan, it's said he's also entered that top-grade secret realm, preparing to unlock the divine treasure..."

“Once he emerges from seclusion, that Yu Haitang will be in trouble.”

"..."

Disguised as a man in blue robes, Chen Ming listened to the discussions among the people in the restaurant, gleaning useful information from them.

During his time away from Jiangzhou, the two most important things were these two events.

A new leader has arrived at Jin Yu Tang. His surname is Dong, and his name is Dong Qianfeng. He is at the peak of the first rank. This person seems to have appeared out of thin air, and no one knows his identity or background.

However, with the support of the First Elder and the Third Elder of Jin Yutang, he became the new leader of Jin Yutang.

Furthermore, Governor Pan Zhiyuan finally got his chance and entered a top-grade secret realm controlled by the Six Doors of Jiangzhou, preparing to break through to the Divine Treasure Realm.

This should have been a very secret matter, but someone leaked it out, and it spread like wildfire among the people, becoming common knowledge.

Given Pan Zhiyuan's status, he could break through to the Divine Treasure Realm at any time. The reason he waited until now was for that spot in the top-grade secret realm.

There are many secret realms in this world, but top-grade secret realms are extremely rare, and obtaining such a spot is not easy. Even if you get a spot, you still have to compete with several other people; it's by no means an easy achievement.

Of course, if Pan Zhiyuan successfully unlocks the Divine Treasury, his strength will be among the top in the same realm.

As Chen Ming was thinking, he saw a woman in white quickly ascend to the second floor. She had a graceful figure and wore a veiled hat. After reaching the top of the stairs, she turned her head and looked around, as if searching for someone.

Soon, she saw Chen Ming by the window, walked over, and sat down opposite him.

Chen Ming treated her like an old friend, picking up the wine jug and pouring her a glass of wine.

"Really... is it you?"

The woman in white's voice trembled slightly, showing how agitated she was.

"haven't seen you for a long time."

Chen Ming smiled and said, "I'm glad it was you who came, instead of the experts from the Six Doors. Thank you for still considering me a friend."

The woman in white was Zhao Xiyan. Hearing that familiar voice, her eyes welled up with tears. She had received a letter yesterday, signed by Chen Ming, which contained several things that only the two of them knew. That's why she had rushed to keep their appointment.

In that instant, a thousand words surged through her mind, but in the end, they all boiled down to one question: "Are you... doing well?"

"That's good, but I've run into some trouble. After thinking it over, I realize that only you can help me."

"What's the deal?"

"Could you deliver a letter for me?"

Chen Ming placed the letter he had prepared in front of her and used telepathy to tell her who the recipient was: "You must personally deliver this letter to that person. Come back here in half a month and give me that person's reply."

“Okay!” Zhao Xiyan nodded solemnly and carefully put the letter into her bosom.

Then she asked, "Is there anything else you want me to tell you?"

Chen Ming knew she was referring to his family, shook his head, and said, "No need. It's safer for them not to know my whereabouts."

Zhao Xiyan opened her mouth, as if she wanted to ask something, but then swallowed her words back.

After a while, she stood up and said, "Well then, I'll be going now."

"it is good."

Chen Ming watched her leave, feeling somewhat lost.

He contacted Zhao Xiyan out of sheer desperation; she was the only person he could trust in Jiangzhou City right now.

Yu Haitang, Huo Qianqian, and Li Jinchuan are all in Qingfeng City.

Jiang Yingxue also went home.

Gu Yuantao and Zhou Weihao are not in Jiangzhou either.

There was really no one else to turn to. Chen Ming finished his drink and left leisurely. After confirming that no one was following him, he came to a small alley and entered a small clinic called "Changqing Hall".

"Does Elder Sun still remember this junior?"

As soon as he entered, he saw Dr. Sun, whose hair was gray but whose body was still strong.

Dr. Sun looked up at him and said with some doubt, "This gentleman looks unfamiliar. It must be the first time we've met."

"Old Master Sun even taught the younger generation medical skills before."

"You are—that kid surnamed Chen?" Doctor Sun was a little hesitant to recognize him.

"It's the junior."

"It really is you! Please have a seat. You haven't been here for so long, I thought you—"

"It was truly a near-death experience. I was lucky to survive. I came here specifically to visit you this time I returned to Jiangzhou."

Old Sun said with some relief, "You've put your heart into this."

Chen Ming said, "Senior, may I ask you a question?"

"You said."

"Old Master Sun, do you still remember Miss Yu who used to visit you so often?"

"The one with the most stunning beauty? Of course I remember her."

"Why does Miss Yu visit you so often?"

A smile appeared on Old Man Sun's face. "She mistook me for an elder of the Longevity Sect. That's why she comes over every few days. But she hasn't come for the past few months. It seems she's run into some trouble."

Chen Ming stared intently at him and asked, "Then, senior, are you?"

Old Sun shook his head, "I'm not."

"Oh."

Chen Ming was simply curious. After breaking through to the first rank, he had fewer concerns. As long as it wasn't a Divine Treasure Realm expert, he had nothing to fear.

He happened to be passing by Changqing Hall when a thought suddenly struck him: he wanted to come over and ask a question to clear up his doubts.

In retrospect, Yu Haitang was probably misjudged.

This old man Sun was indeed not a martial artist. From the perspective of the "yin spirit," his soul was only slightly stronger than that of an ordinary person.

He was neither a martial artist nor a cultivator.

Just then, Old Sun changed the subject, "However, I do have another identity."

"Oh?"

Chen Ming was taken aback and looked at him curiously.

Old Sun said, "Come with me."

Then, he turned around and went inside.

Chen Ming, now highly skilled and daring, was simply curious and followed him into the inner room.

The room was like a study, filled with books, leaving almost no room to stand.

Old Sun found a wooden box in the corner, dusted it off, placed it in front of him, and said, "This is for you."

"what is this?"

Chen Ming looked at the box in front of him. It seemed to be made of sandalwood and looked quite old. There was a small iron lock on it, which was covered with rust because of the long time that had passed.

Old Sun said with a sigh, "Although you haven't fully gathered all the necessary conditions yet, I'm getting old, so I'll hand it over to you ahead of time. I don't know how many years I've been guarding this box."

Chen Ming subconsciously took the box, his mind filled with even more doubt. "What are the conditions you mentioned, senior?"

Old Master Sun calmly said, "The condition is that we must collect all five of the Five Elements True Skills."

what?
These words struck like a bolt from the blue.

He actually knows about the "Five Elements True Skill"?
He also knew that I practiced the "Five Elements True Skill," but how could that be?

Chen Ming looked at the old man in front of him and felt a tingling sensation on his scalp, which went all the way to his tailbone.

His throat tightened, and he gripped the sandalwood box tightly, asking in a deep voice, "Who exactly are you, senior?"

Old Sun said, "I'm just an insignificant tomb keeper. I've been waiting for someone to complete the Five Elements True Skill, and after all these years, I've finally found you. Although your Five Elements True Skill is still missing one part. But I can't wait any longer..."

Chen Ming was increasingly shocked as he listened. "How did you figure that out, senior?"

“As the guardian of the tomb, I naturally have the ability to discern your cultivation method. When we first met, I could tell that you possessed two true skills. In such a short time, you have already gathered four of them. Clearly, you are the chosen one.”

"And what's inside the box?"

"This box contains the secret of the sixth suspected tomb. With it, and by collecting all the Five Elements True Skills, you can open that suspected tomb and obtain the method of immortality within."

"..."

Chen Ming looked at the box in his hands and felt like he was holding a hot potato, almost throwing it away.

Many people have already died because of the secret of this dubious tomb. Now, the most crucial thing has actually been delivered to him willingly.

No matter how you look at it, this seems like a conspiracy.

"Senior, please don't hurt me."

Chen Ming returned the box to Elder Sun, saying, "I don't know anything about the 'Five Elements True Skill,' nor did I hear what you just said. I haven't even been here today."

Old Sun's expression turned somewhat strange. "Everyone desires immortality. Countless families have been ruined and lives destroyed because of what's in this box. You don't want it? Are you not interested in immortality?"

"Longevity is desirable, but one must be alive to enjoy it."

Every time a suspected tomb of an immortal emperor appears, it attracts countless powerful figures vying for it. In this level of struggle, those at the first rank are merely small fry, and even those at the Divine Treasure Realm might not survive. Even powerful figures at the Fate Palace Realm will personally intervene...

With his small frame, if he were to get involved, he would be crushed to pieces in no time.

"Senior, please pretend I was never here today. Farewell."

After Chen Ming finished speaking, he was about to leave.

"That's all."

Old Master Sun didn't press the matter, saying, "I'll keep this little box. Young Chen, are you interested in the Metal Attribute True Skill? If you want to obtain that skill, you can go to..."

……

When Chen Ming walked out of Changqing Hall, he felt a cold sweat all over his body.

Unexpectedly, on a whim, I decided to visit an old friend, but I inadvertently learned such an astonishing secret.

This old man, who lived to be over ninety years old, was actually the guardian of the suspected tomb of the Immortal Emperor!
They also need to hand over the box containing the secret of the suspected tomb to him.

This is too scary.

He walked quite a distance before he calmed down and began to ponder the last words Old Sun had said.

Should we complete the missing metal-attribute true skill in the Five Elements True Skill?

"of course yes!"

Chen Ming hesitated for only a few seconds before making his decision.

He clenched his fists.

He had invested so much in this technique, and it was impossible for him to abandon it now and go on to cultivate another technique. Therefore, no matter what, he had to complete this technique.

(End of this chapter)