Starting from the pharmacy, he grew into a martial saint among men.

As he spoke, he rubbed himself together and casually tossed a dark black pill, which rolled to Chu Hong's feet.

"Eat this poison pill, agree to my deal, and I'll tell you!"

Chu Hong bent down to pick up the pill, stared at it quietly, and swallowed hard.

He didn't know if the other party was exaggerating, but remembering that Gu Jin had talked about Qingming Mountain, he didn't dare to doubt it too much.

He is very clear.

If I don't swallow this pill, with the grudge against my master in the past and the fact that I stumbled upon his whereabouts, I certainly won't be able to leave today.

Even if he doesn't die today, the mark on his chest is a death warrant, and could take his life at any moment.

Furthermore, she will perish because she has not yet been able to complete Gu Jin's transaction.

If he swallowed this pill, he would become the other party's "henchman" and be controlled by them;

However, they can gain the other party's approval, their lives are temporarily safe, and they may even be able to gain some benefits from it.

They also have time to find an antidote, and even to launch a counterattack once they become powerful enough.

No matter how you look at it, swallowing this pill at this moment is the best solution.

Chu Hong's hands trembled slightly, and his eyes flickered.

Finally, he gritted his teeth and swallowed the pill whole.

Clean and efficient, without any unnecessary delays.

"Senior, please enlighten me!"

Suppressing his emotions, Chu Hong clasped his hands in a fist salute and spoke calmly.

The gaunt figure was clearly taken aback; he truly hadn't expected Chu Hong to be so decisive.

"You're quite decisive."

"Junior has no choice!" Chu Hong said calmly and decisively.

"Please tell me the solution, senior."

The gaunt figure nodded and said:

"The pill you swallowed is one of the solutions. It can conceal the aura of the Void Seal for a year. As long as you do not expose yourself within a year, you will not be discovered in the slightest."

"The real solution will be revealed to you once you have fulfilled my requirements. I will then detoxify you and set you free."

Chu Hong listened attentively, showing an expression of enjoyment.

But how could he not understand the principle of discarding the bow after the birds are all gone?

If he actually gets what the other party needs, he'll probably be the one to die next.

Unless, of course, he is stronger than his opponent!

However, Chu Hong dared not reveal these thoughts in the slightest.

Then he thought again, since the other party has something to ask for, why not take this opportunity to gain some benefits?

Thinking of this, Chu Hong feigned a simple and honest expression and rubbed his head:

"Senior, our deal is done, but despite my best efforts, I not only haven't solved my problem, but I've also returned with a body full of poison."

"Even if it's the Purple Cloud Grass, it's not something I need. This trip has been far too miserable. I hope you will be lenient and grant me some opportunity."

The old man sneered, but after a moment of contemplation, he still pointed out with one finger.

Chu Hong saw a ray of light shoot out from that fingertip and land on his brow the next instant.

Instantly, Chu Hong felt a surge of intense information flooding his mind.

Transmitting magic remotely!

At that moment, the panel instantly unfolded before our eyes.

【Piercing Sun Fist (Beginner) 1/1000】

"This fist technique was obtained by me from a prodigy in Shuntian Prefecture when I was young. When I mastered it, every punch was like the blazing sun, fierce and incomparable."

"Practice diligently, lest you ruin this extraordinary skill."

He also casually reminded Chu Hong, "But this method consumes a great deal of energy, so please be careful."

Chu Hong suppressed his joy and bowed deeply: "Thank you, senior."

This high-level fist technique can perfectly transfer the proficiency of the Nine Forging Fist, which will greatly enhance combat power.

At this point, the old man had nothing more to say. With a casual grab, he uprooted the purple cloud grass.

Before Chu Hong could react, the old man casually tossed it over.

Along with it came a pre-written sheet of paper.

"Take this and have your woman use it this way; there will be no problems later."

Chu Hong wanted to explain, but seeing the other party's expression, it seemed that he was not going to listen to his explanation, so he simply stopped talking.

He solemnly accepted it and carefully placed it into the jade box.

Seeing his behavior, the old man continued speaking:

"I know you want to join the Sky Patrol Division first, which is a good decision, but I will only give you three years. After three years, you must go to Qingming Mountain."

"Don't worry, senior, three years is enough!" Chu Hong said calmly.

In less than a year, he had already reached the level of Transformation Realm.

Give him another three years, and who knows how much he'll grow.

If one holds a high position and great power in the Sky Patrol Division at that time, it wouldn't be impossible to obtain the solution to the Void Seal directly from Qingming Mountain.

As for the poison in his body, the Sky Patrol Division has gathered resources from all over the world; it's hard to say there isn't a way to cure it.

At that time, he will naturally want to have another showdown with this person.

The old man was unaware of Chu Hong's thoughts, and even if he had, he wouldn't have cared much from Chu Hong's perspective.

He glanced at the poisonous insects beside him and said calmly:

"In that case, you should go back and work hard to climb the ranks in the Azure Dragon Prefecture's Sky Patrol Division. If you need anything, you can go to No. 33 Linhua Road; that place might be of some help to you."

"Hmm... those few small fry outside, should I take care of them while I'm at it?"

Upon hearing this, Chu Hong's face lit up with joy.

He didn't stand on ceremony and immediately cupped his hands in thanks, saying, "Then, I'll have to trouble you, senior!"

Chu Hong had no sympathy whatsoever for the pursuers outside.

The other party is his natural enemy, and must be lying in ambush outside. Even if the old man doesn't help, he will still find a way to kill him when he goes out.

Now that an elderly man has stepped in to help, he is happy to be able to relax.

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Outside Heilongyuan, Elder Wang and Elder Li had already laid a trap.

After waiting all day without seeing Chu Hong arrive, they realized that Chu Hong had already entered the Black Dragon Abyss, and they were filled with regret.

But they were not discouraged and immediately began planning and designing at the valley entrance.

They tightly enclosed the entrance to the valley, creating a giant pocket.

"With this arrangement, Chu Hong will have no chance of escape!"

From the top of the cliff, Xiao Cui had a clear view of all the arrangements.

She secretly estimated that if Chu Hong were to break in, he would surely face a near-certain death.

She cannot allow such a thing to happen.

She had already made up her mind.

As soon as Chu Hong appeared, she would personally intervene, disrupting the arrangements below and helping Chu Hong escape.

Even if it means death, I will ensure Chu Hong's safety.

All of this is for Miss!

And just like that, two days passed in the blink of an eye.

The hunters outside finally glimpsed a figure slowly approaching through the valley entrance.

Beside it, numerous insect shadows gathered, creating a truly terrifying sight.

"They're here! Get ready!"

With a low shout from Old Wang, everyone instantly returned to their positions, holding their breath and gathering their strength, ready to deliver a fatal blow.

At this moment, Chu Hong, who was standing not far from the valley entrance, naturally sensed the hidden killing intent outside.

But he showed no panic whatsoever; in fact, his expression was cold and stern, gleaming with a chilling light.

Chu Hong turned his head, looked at the smiling bug perched on his shoulder, and uttered a few words indifferently.

"Kill them all, leave no one alive!"

The voice wasn't loud, but it sounded like a supreme command.

The smiling bug on his shoulder then let out a mournful "squeak".

next moment.

boom!

The entire Black Dragon Abyss erupted instantly, with countless poisonous insects swarming out, transforming into a massive insect tide that rushed straight towards the valley entrance.

A black wind obscured the view, and endless poisonous insects swarmed both above and below.

The few ferocious insects guarding the Purple Cloud Grass led the way, while the Smiling Insects swooped down like arrows, bringing with them a black storm as they swept in.

"Oh no, a swarm of insects! Run!"