Battle Through the Heavens: Starting from the Jia Ma Empire

Chapter 181 Demonic Beast Dried Corpse

Inside the Black Emperor Pavilion's meeting hall, numerous Dou Wang and Dou Huang voices expressed their doubts, but their tone wasn't particularly strong. They naturally knew this was merely a last-ditch effort; as a Dou Zong powerhouse, even if they were all under an illusion, the Pavilion Master wouldn't lose his composure.

Seeing this, Mo Tianxing couldn't help but smile bitterly, but he didn't blame him. Even he was shocked by Lin Feng's terrifying power.

After everyone calmed down, Mo Tianxing released another message that completely stunned everyone.

"Gentlemen, this Bodhi Transformation Saliva must be traded to that master no matter what, because he is only in his early twenties and his alchemy skills have already reached the peak of the sixth rank. Therefore, our Black Emperor Pavilion absolutely cannot offend such a rising prodigy!"

"What! Twenty years old?"

"Sect Master, are you sure you haven't been bewitched? How could there be such a prodigy in the Northwest Continent? Even the Medicine King Han Feng only reached the peak of the sixth rank after he was over thirty. Moreover, the Medicine King is the favorite disciple of the number one alchemist on the continent, Medicine Venerable. Only then could he achieve such a feat at such a young age."

"Indeed, there could never be such a prodigy in the Northwest Continent. There's no need for the Pavilion Master to deceive us."

"Yes, yes, I'd rather believe that old man from the alchemy department suddenly rose to prominence and achieved great things late in life than believe it."

"As expected of the Pavilion Master, knowing that we are under a lot of pressure preparing for the auction, he specially played a joke on us to relieve our stress. I thank the Pavilion Master very much."

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Seeing that everyone was skeptical, Mo Tianxing didn't say much. Whether they believed it or not wasn't important; what mattered was the transaction, which could truly bring profits to the Black Emperor Pavilion. Moreover, what that Dou Huang elder had just said—two Dou Zong sects in one sect—had really struck a chord with him.

"In that case, does everyone intend to exchange these Dou Zong Pills?"

Seeing that many elders couldn't accept new things, Mo Tianxing didn't reveal that Lin Feng had also reached the Dou Zong realm in Dou Qi cultivation, lest these old fogies think he had gone mad.

"Master, I'm the first to approve of this deal!"

"Father, I agree too!"

As soon as Mo Tianxing finished speaking, Qi Shan, the chief alchemist of the Black Emperor Pavilion, and Mo Ya, the final user of the Dou Zong Pill, were the first to speak. If they obtained the Dou Zong Pill, these two would be the biggest beneficiaries, so they were naturally eager to get it.

Moreover, they wouldn't dare to forcibly seize the pills of a sixth-grade alchemist. Besides, regardless of this alchemist's age, his affiliation with Canaan Academy was absolutely certain. The Black Emperor Pavilion was no match for Canaan Academy, though this was also because the benefits weren't yet sufficient. If word spread that Canaan Academy possessed an eighth-grade alchemist's inheritance or an opportunity to achieve the Dou Zun level, even Canaan Academy would be breached.

As Mo Ya and Qi Shan finished speaking, the other Dou Wang and Dou Huang elders also spoke up in agreement. With their interests aligned, the Black Emperor Pavilion was much better than the other sects in the Black Corner Region.

"Of course, in addition to the Bodhi Transformation Saliva, this alchemy master also needs the essence blood of magical beasts, magic cores, and some high-grade spiritual herbs. Everyone, if you need any pills, please list them. The master has already stated that all items will be exchanged for pills."

As Mo Tianxing finished speaking, he glanced at the chief alchemist of the Black Emperor Pavilion. After all, his words directly admitted that Qi Shan was inferior to that alchemist, which was an insult to the proud alchemist.

"Sect Master, please don't worry about me. To be honest, although I am at the same sixth rank as this master, the gap between us is enormous. Sect Master, please be sure to take me with you when you trade with the master later."

Qi Shan spoke sincerely, saying that for alchemists, strength is strength, and there is no such thing as jealousy. He was also self-aware; although he had some talent in alchemy, it was not high, otherwise he wouldn't still only be able to refine some low-to-mid-grade sixth-rank pills at this age.

As for high-grade pills like the Royal-level Pill, even if one succeeds by chance, the quality of the pill will not be satisfactory. It can be said that even in twenty years, he may not reach the level this master has now.

"In that case, I intend to trade that unknown, dried-up monster corpse to that master as well. What do you all think?"

"Master, this is inappropriate!"

As soon as Mo Tianxing finished speaking, Elder Lin, who was in charge of the treasure vault, immediately spoke up, seemingly having a different opinion.

"That dried-up demonic beast corpse has been dead for who knows how many years. No matter how we investigate, we can't find its essence blood or demonic core. If we trade it with the master, we might anger him!"

"Elder Lin's words make sense; I think so too!"

"Yeah yeah!"

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As Elder Lin finished speaking, many elders stroked their beards, their faces showing agreement. Just as Mo Tianxing was about to express his agreement, a young voice expressed a different view.

"Elders, in my opinion, it would be better to take the Master to the place where the demonic beast corpses are stored in the pavilion and let him choose. They are just some corpses after all. I think what the Master wants most is this Bodhi Transformation Saliva, the demonic core, spiritual medicine, and essence blood. The corpses should only be used for research purposes, so the Master can choose for himself."

"I also think the young master makes a good point!"

Mo Ya and Qi Shan spoke one after the other. These two were eager to use everything in their sect to trade with Lin Feng, since they were the biggest beneficiaries.

"Since everyone agrees, Elder Qi, Elder Lin, and Ya'er, you will come with me to trade with Master Lin Feng later!"

In the reception hall, Lin Feng and Qing Man leisurely drank together, chatting casually from time to time, quite at ease.

"Tap, tap, tap"

After a series of rapid footsteps, Mo Tianxing appeared before Lin Feng and his group with Qi Shan and the others. Upon seeing them, Qi Shan and the others showed expressions of shock, exchanging glances, "Is there really such a young master?"

"Master Lin Feng, let me introduce you. This is my son, Mo Ya, a five-star Dou Huang. Although he can't compare to Master Lin Feng, who reached the Dou Zong realm at such a young age, he still has some talent!"

"This is Elder Qi Shan, the chief alchemist of my Black Emperor Pavilion. He greatly admires Master Lin Feng!"

"This is Elder Lin, who is in charge of the Black Emperor Pavilion's treasury. Elder Lin will guide Master Lin Feng to exchange for the magical beast essence blood and other items he needs."

Just as Mo Tianxing was introducing the three people behind him to Lin Feng, Qi Shan and the others were completely bewildered. They were already shocked enough to discover that the alchemy master was indeed so young, but then their sect leader suddenly uttered that this master was actually a Dou Zong expert.

Dou Zong, you must understand that in the entire Black Corner Region, if you reach the Dou Huang realm, as long as you're not too arrogant, you can already occupy a city and act like a tyrant. But if you reach the Dou Zong realm, let's just say that all the lawless people in the entire Black Corner Region will respectfully greet you.

"Hello, senior!"

It's astonishing and terrifying that Lin Feng, at just over twenty years old, not only reached the sixth rank in alchemy but also cultivated his battle qi to such a level.

"Master, how did the discussions go?"

Lin Feng glanced at the three people behind Mo Tianxing, who were staring blankly at him. His lips twitched slightly, but he chose to ignore them.

"Master Lin Feng, the Black Emperor Pavilion will definitely satisfy you," Mo Tianxing hurriedly replied, not expecting these people to be so shameful. Then he turned around and gave Elder Lin a light shout behind him.

"Elder Lin, please escort Master Lin Feng to the treasure vault!"

"Oh, yes, Master, please come this way!"

Elder Lin finally came to his senses, bowed slightly, and guided Lin Feng to the location of the treasure vault. Seeing this, Lin Feng and Qing Man greeted Mo Tianxing and then slowly followed.

It wasn't until the group had gone far away that Mo Ya and Qi Shan came to their senses, though a hint of shock still lingered in their eyes.

"Sect Master, why didn't you mention that Master Lin Feng is actually a Dou Zong expert of such a high rank? I must have lost my composure in front of him just now!"

After Qi Shan regained consciousness, a hint of regret appeared on his face, while Mo Ya stroked his chin and pondered for a moment.

"Father, Elder Qishan, in my opinion, Master Lin Feng is definitely not from Canaan Academy or even the Northwest Continent!"

"Oh, how do you know?" Mo Tianxing showed a hint of interest upon hearing his son's guess.

"It is obvious that the environment of the Northwest Continent simply cannot cultivate such a prodigy. In fact, even ordinary forces in the Central Plains would not be able to do it."

Mo Ya sounded very confident, and Qi Shan nodded in agreement.

"I think so too. Let's not talk about cultivation beyond battle qi, as I don't know much about that. But as for alchemy, without a top-tier lineage and the support of a powerful family, it would be absolutely impossible to reach such a level at such a young age!"

"Hmm, I also have some suspicions. This Master Lin Feng must have some connection with Mang Tianchi, the former dean of Canaan Academy, which is why he came to this barren land in the Northwest Continent!"

"The former headmaster of Canaan Academy?"

Seeing the questions in Qi Shan and Mo Ya's eyes, Mo Tianxing didn't intend to keep them in suspense and directly shared his understanding of Canaan Academy.

"Back when I wasn't even born, the former dean of Canaan Academy was already a renowned powerhouse in the Black Corner Region. And back then, he had an opponent. Elder Qi Shan should know something about them. One of them was the Supreme Elder of Demon Flame Valley—the Earth Demon Old Ghost!"

"If that's the case, then it makes sense. It seems we have to meet Master Lin Feng's demands. Putting aside the fact that our Black Emperor Pavilion must acquire this quality Breakthrough Pill, even just to avoid offending him, we have to make this deal."

On the other side, Elder Lin, who was guarding the treasure vault, led Lin Feng and his companion to an underground passage after several turns.

"Greetings, Elder Lin!"

Upon seeing Elder Lin's arrival, the two Douling experts guarding the passageway saluted respectfully.

"Yes, I am here on the orders of the Pavilion Master, representing Master Lin Feng to select treasures. Open the secret chamber!"

"yes!"

One of the fighting spirits glanced discreetly at Lin Feng and Qing Man behind Elder Lin. Although he was puzzled as to where these two came from, he did not ask any further questions. Most people in the Black Corner Region knew that it was best not to ask about things that shouldn't be asked; this was a precious secret to survival.

"Click."

The massive stone door slowly opened with a clicking sound, and then, led by Elder Lin, Lin Feng entered the Black Emperor Pavilion's treasure vault.

"Master Lin Feng, which type of spiritual item would you like to choose first?"

"Let's go check out the dried corpse of the monster's essence blood first!"

"yes!"

Upon hearing Lin Feng's instructions, Elder Lin of the Black Emperor Pavilion hurriedly agreed. They had guessed in the meeting hall that Lin Feng came from a prominent family in Central State, and he had decided that he must be extremely respectful later. Even if he didn't gain the favor of this prodigy, Lin Feng, he couldn't afford to offend him.

Then, upon learning that Lin Feng had actually reached the Dou Zong realm, his admiration for him surged like the Yellow River.

"Tap, tap, tap"

To be honest, the Black Emperor Pavilion's treasury is indeed full of good things. Unfortunately, for Lin Feng, who has already reached the Dou Zong level, there are very few spiritual items in the Northwest Continent that can be of any use to him. If it weren't for waiting for Zi Yan and Little Fairy Doctor to emerge from seclusion, Lin Feng would have already taken them to the Heavenly Serpent Mansion to visit Qing Lin, and then headed to the Central Continent to begin his own era.

"Why does it smell so bad?"

Suddenly, Qingman, who had been silent all along, spoke up, covered her mouth and nose, and felt a sense of depression and suffocation.

"This young lady," Elder Lin said respectfully, "although he was unaware of the relationship between Qingman and Lin Feng, he could still sense the powerful Dou Huang aura emanating from her. This is the highest-level magical beast corpse preserved by the Black Emperor Pavilion."

At this point, Elder Lin hesitated for a moment, but still told Lin Feng the truth.

"To be honest, Master Lin Feng, our Black Emperor Pavilion has had this dried monster corpse for many years, but we haven't found any essence blood or demonic core on it. If Master Lin Feng is not satisfied, we have two more complete seventh-tier monster corpses. However, in terms of level, they cannot compare to this dried monster corpse, which is suspected to be at the peak of the seventh tier or even the eighth tier."

"Oh, is that so? That's worth investigating."

Although he possessed the three drops of the Old Dragon Emperor's essence blood, even a small amount was still valuable. Lin Feng wouldn't let go of this Dou Zun-level Heavenly Demon Phoenix essence blood, which would allow him to advance several stars in the Dou Zong realm. This was something he couldn't miss. However, Lin Feng only showed interest in studying Elder Lin's words, as if the dried corpse truly had no value.

Taking a few more steps forward, Qingman's aura suddenly became somewhat chaotic, as if it were being suppressed. Seeing this, Lin Feng subtly set up a barrier around it. With the divine essence of the Five Elements Sacred Beasts, it was more than enough to suppress this mixed-blood Heavenly Demon Phoenix.

(End of this chapter)