Banshee Family Training Record

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Before the opposing Golden Core cultivators even appeared, Rong Jieyu and the others weren't in a hurry to make a move. Liu Mengshen and Qi Qiao also joined the battle, fighting against the opposing Foundation Establishment cultivators.

The battle was extremely intense for a time, with both sides exchanging blows and experiencing victories and defeats. Qi Qiao was now at the late Foundation Establishment stage, but fearing the exposure of her true identity, she dared not unleash her full power, and could only be restricted in her actions, barely managing to bully some mid- to early Foundation Establishment cultivators. (The rest of the text appears to be unrelated and possibly machine-generated gibberish.)

Looking at the tense battlefield, Rong Jieyu was extremely anxious. When she looked down at Qi Qiao's slightly disheveled back, she cursed inwardly.

How can zombies fight like this? Isn't that a waste of effort?

Zombies should be... um...

Suddenly, a brilliant idea flashed into her mind.

If we're talking about truly useful zombies, isn't the most perfect and flawless zombie in the entire Central Plains right right in front of me?

Realizing this, her eyes began to burn even more intensely.

On the battlefield, the two sides were locked in fierce combat. Just as the Qin army's Golden Core cultivators were about to make their move, from afar, the auras of Golden Core cultivators from the Wenren family and the Jin state's official cultivators wafted over, making no attempt to conceal them.

You Wensi and the others also released their auras, which merged into one, causing a stir. The Qin army's Golden Core cultivators were not very confident and immediately retreated, preparing to seek another opportunity on another day.

After they left, Zhu Yunqing went to entertain the Wenren family cultivators who had come to provide support, as well as the official cultivators from Jin Kingdom. Rong Jieyu, unable to contain her excitement, whispered to You Wensi, "Junior Sister, why don't we plan to take the initiative and attack like our master did before?"

"By harassing the enemy, we can take control of the war and avoid being put on the defensive."

Her suggestion caused You Wensi to frown slightly: "The idea is good, but we don't have the same strength as our master..."

Rong Jieyu continued, "We don't have that, but we have methods. By taking the initiative under the cover of night, we can secretly drive away the zombies and unleash our full strength."

You Wensi said, "Yes, but... there are no zombies here... um..."

Suddenly, a thought flashed through her mind, and then, as if she had been choked, she stiffly turned her head to look in Qi Qiao's direction.

Rong Jieyu's eyes flickered, then she nodded slightly.

"Yes, it's her." She sighed softly. "We two Golden Core stage elders of the Corpse-Driving Sect are working together to assist her, a Foundation Establishment stage zombie. I don't know if we're driving a zombie or serving our master's first lady."

She was a little annoyed. Usually, it was one corpse-driving cultivator who would lead several zombies to fight together, with two Golden Core cultivators taking turns serving one of them. This was truly the first time.

"Alas, only a perfect immortal resurrected corpse can have such an honor."

A bold glint shone in You Wensi's eyes.

“Perhaps…” her voice trembled, “we could give it a try!”

Chapter 654 I wish to become your godfather!

Qingyun Sect, located on the Refining Peak, deep in the mountains and forests.

"Here you go, this axe you wanted."

The tall and imposing tiger blacksmith handed a giant axe with an exaggerated and terrifying shape to Yun Chuan. A ferocious yet honest smile appeared on his round tiger face: "When I was making this weapon, I felt like I was in a state of 'flowing' the whole time. Heh, being able to manipulate such rare materials is truly refreshing to both body and mind."

In the path of cultivation, although combat power naturally increases with the improvement of cultivation level, not everyone pursues fighting and killing.

For example, the Hehuan Sect pursues the pleasures of love between men and women, some smaller sects pursue the arts of music, chess, calligraphy, and painting, and there are also those like Tiger Blacksmith who can forge divine weapons and enjoy joy in their souls, and may even break through to a higher level one day.

Yun Chu'an took the axe, weighed it in his hand, and examined its ingenious structure. He couldn't help but exclaim, "Excellent, excellent, excellent!"

He was certain that Wolf Bone would like this weapon.

Tiger the blacksmith also looked delighted and said, "I've only used one portion of 'Copper Essence,' and I still have nineteen portions left. Just tell me what you want, and I'll make it for you!"

With a wave of his hand, he exuded an air of heroic pride. Yun Chu'an, without any hesitation, continued, "Senior, I also need to forge three weapons: a double-edged battle axe, a scimitar, and a longbow."

"These three are for a relative of mine who is at the Golden Core stage and will inevitably break through to the Nascent Soul stage in the future. If you have any suitable supplementary materials, please be sure to provide them."

As he spoke, he took out another spirit stone bag containing one million mid-grade spirit stones. He had given Ye Jinglan one million before, and now that he was taking out another million, even he was starting to feel a bit strapped for cash.

However, he didn't feel bad. Firstly, these were spent on his eldest sister. Secondly, if he was short of spirit stones, he could just squeeze more out of Bai Suwan. This white snake had been clinging to his leg recently and making a fortune. Yun Chuan didn't care that she was bleeding money.

He was so calm, but Tiger the Blacksmith quickly waved his hand, signaling him to take the spirit stones back: "Keep them for yourself. You haven't broken through to the Nascent Soul stage yet, so these spirit stones are more important to you."

"I am already content with the copper essence you provide."

His candor, stating frankly that he had already gained a considerable advantage from him, moved Yun Chu'an even more.

He thanked the blacksmith, took back the million spirit stones he had originally intended to give away, and then turned to leave. The fighting was still raging at the front, and he had only managed to come during a special break today; he couldn't afford to linger too long.

Tiger the blacksmith understood his situation and didn't try to stop him. Yun Chu'an's body transformed into a beam of light and sped away into the distance.

He moved very fast, and with all his might, he easily crossed thousands of miles of territory in less than half an hour, returning to the front line of the war between Qin and Zhao. He reported back to Lian Yanzhang and then returned to his tent.

He wasn't in a hurry to go back to see Sheng Linglong, but instead turned around and went to a nearby martial arts arena.

Here, Sima Lixin and Lang Gu were sparring on the yellow sand. Neither of them were using their full power; it was a pure clash of skills.

Undoubtedly, this contest was more advantageous to Sima Lixin. He moved nimbly, dodging Lang Gu's attacks, while his long whip, covered in white ash, struck the latter repeatedly, leaving marks that symbolized "victory".

This blow, though not painful, infuriated Lang Gu. A feeling of "humiliation" surged within him, causing him to roar with ever-growing rage. He swung his wooden training axe with incredible speed, yet he managed to land only a few blows on Sima Lixin.

The outcome of this battle was already predetermined.

"Click——"

Beside him, the alarm clock suddenly went off, signaling the end of the sparring session. Sima Lixin took a few steps back, creating some distance, cupped his hands, and politely said, "You've yielded."

Wolfbone felt stifled and, after a while, finally couldn't hold back any longer and blurted out, "If this were a real fight, now that I have a better axe, I might not lose to you!"

Sima Lixin wanted to say that he had also learned many new skills from Yun Chuan, and was now completely different from before.

But the words caught in his throat, and he lost interest, too lazy to argue with this barbarian whose brain was only filled with muscles. He bowed, turned, and left. Where's Lin Mei? Where's Lin Zaizai?

Seeing that he didn't respond, Lang Gu felt even more frustrated. He turned his head and saw Yun Chu'an coming over. He lowered his head and came up to him: "Boss."

Yun Chu'an actually disliked this title; it made him sound like some incredibly unsophisticated mortal bandit. However, considering the wolf bone's actual situation, it would be difficult for him to change his address. Reluctantly, he gritted his teeth and agreed, "Um..."

He then got to the point: "Don't be unconvinced. In fact, Sima Lixin's methods are different now than before. If you just have more good axes, you probably won't be able to do anything to him."

Wolf Bone hummed, sounding somewhat aggrieved, "I know, but boss, I'm training too. Every time we fight, I'm at the forefront taking hits. Every time those terracotta warriors hurt me, it makes my muscles even harder and stronger."

Then he complained, "Besides, this kind of sparring isn't suitable for me. I can't learn his fancy techniques, and even though he doesn't really hurt me, it's considered a loss for me..."

Yun Chu'an smiled: "It's nothing serious. I know you are just as powerful, that's good."

"Besides, you can become stronger like them, can't you?"

He was implying to Wolfbone that he should learn more supportive spells to make himself more well-rounded and reduce his weaknesses.

However, Wolfbone clearly misunderstood. He nodded vigorously and replied in a low, booming voice, "Of course! As long as I can get a better axe, I'm confident I can be invincible on the battlefield!"

His declaration left Yun Chu'an speechless, and then he was left both amused and exasperated.

He abandoned his idea of ​​persuading students to study, waved his hand, and said, "Yes, that's it!"

Before he finished speaking, he took out a brand new axe from his storage bag: "Your previous axe, although better than the stone axe, was still considered an ordinary item in the cultivation world."

"But this is a top-grade giant axe forged from 'essence of bronze,' which is so rare that even Nascent Soul cultivators would find it difficult to obtain. With it, you will indeed be hard-pressed to find an opponent on the battlefield!"

Yun Chuan said, but before he could finish speaking, Lang Gu's eyes widened at the sight of the giant axe in his hand. He swallowed hard, as if he were seeing his dream lover, his hands trembling, his voice filled with disbelief: "This...this is for me?"

Yun Chu'an nodded: "Of course."

Wolf Bone suddenly knelt on one knee, and Yun Chu'an quickly helped him up. Then, Wolf Bone said loudly, "Boss, if you don't mind, from today onwards, I will recognize you as my godfather!"

In the culture of Langgu, being treated as someone's son is the highest form of respect. Yun Chu'an was stunned for a moment, and after hearing what he said, he was both amused and exasperated, and quickly said, "Why are you doing this! Get up quickly, we don't have such a custom here!"

"If you are grateful to me, then do your best to kill the enemy on the battlefield in the future. All of this is what you deserve, there is no need to say anything about recognizing me as your godfather."

He repeatedly helped the wolf bone up. The barbarian was so excited that his face turned red, but since his skin was naturally dark, the difference wasn't too noticeable.

Yun Chuan gave him the weapon and encouraged him a few words. The barbarian immediately showed amazing initiative and turned to train his physical strength again.

Chapter 655 Guan Chamber of Commerce

Yun Chu'an turned around, intending to go back and let Sheng Linglong know that he was safe and sound, and that he had returned.

However, just as he was about to turn around, his expression suddenly changed. He turned his head to look into the distance and saw a tall, thin man with a pointed chin staring at him with wide eyes.

Yun Chu'an carefully examined his clothing and immediately recognized him as a cultivator from the Qi Kingdom in the east. "Where's Lin Mei? Mei Kong, where's Lin Zai Zai...?"

The State of Qi was also a powerful state, and at its peak, it was no less powerful than the State of Jin in its heyday, and it was even comparable to the State of Qin in its present state.

The king of Qi was once a powerful ruler, conquering and annexing many smaller states and cities. Unfortunately, as his territory expanded, he became increasingly unable to govern his own country. After several internal conflicts, his overall strength is now quite weak.

When the war between Qin and Zhao broke out, the people of Qi delayed for nearly a year without responding to the King of Zhao's call.

Clearly, the King of Qi was waiting, observing like other rulers, not making a move until he saw a clear benefit.

However, it was clear that the course of the war was not favorable to the Qin army. Even though the Qin king's officials were constantly proclaiming their victories and glorious triumphs, anyone who understood warfare could see that the most crucial battlefield, the one guarded by Lian Yanzhang, remained completely unscathed.

Therefore, everyone gradually realized that the Qin king's army was not as terrifying as it seemed. Under this premise, responding to the Zhou rites and supporting the Zhao state became a profitable business.

Just like what Yun Chu'an and others are doing now.

The King of Qi acted swiftly, quickly dispatching troops. Naturally, some merchants and other business associations within Qi also "spontaneously" came, and the unfamiliar man with the pointed chin in front of them seemed to be one of them.

Yun Chu'an looked at him, and the other man immediately tensed up. He straightened his already neat clothes, then stepped forward, walked up to Yun Chu'an, bowed slightly, and said, "It's an honor to meet you, Fellow Daoist Yun. You are even more radiant than the legends say..."

Yun Chu'an said, "There's no need for that, fellow Daoist. How should I address you?"

The man said, "I am Ji Huaide, from the Guan Clan Merchant Guild of Qi. You must have heard of us. I have come to Zhao to uphold the dignity of the Zhou Emperor and punish the ungrateful King of Qin."

Guan's Chamber of Commerce?

Yun Chu'an's expression shifted, as if to say, "I really don't know."

He truly didn't know that he had only been cultivating immortality for a little over five years, and he needed to catch up on many basic facts.

Fortunately, he didn't need to know too much for the time being. Because a familiar voice suddenly rang out from not far away: "Could it be the merchant guild established by that Ji-surname Guan-clan Grand Pillar of Qi, before he rose to prominence?"

That voice belonged to none other than Sheng Linglong.

She walked gracefully over to Yun Chu'an's side and took his arm. Ji Huaide smiled and nodded slightly in polite greeting: "Greetings, Your Highness."

Yun Chuan didn't say much, pretending to be calm. Sheng Linglong also pretended that everything was normal, but in fact she quickly gathered her voice to explain to him to avoid revealing her ignorance: "The Guan Clan Chamber of Commerce is one of the largest chambers of commerce in Qi. Of course, this is mainly due to Ji Wuyi's strength and status. He holds a high position and has great power. He can do many businesses that other chambers of commerce cannot do, so he has almost no rivals in the country."

Yun Chuan nodded slightly, his expression remaining calm and composed, pretending to be profound and unfathomable, but in reality he was still focusing his thoughts, asking Sheng Linglong to explain more to him so he wouldn't embarrass himself later.

Ji Huaide knew that the other party didn't like so much nonsense, so he quickly said, "It's like this, Fellow Daoist Yun, I just observed that the axe you gave to your most powerful general is probably... extraordinary?"

Yun Chu'an nodded slightly: "Your vision is quite extraordinary."

Ji Huaide's expression was slightly excited: "To be honest, fellow Daoist, our Chamber of Commerce has been seeking to acquire all kinds of outstanding weapons and deliver them to the people who are most suitable for them."

"And that weapon you just took out, uh... could I take a closer look?"

Yun Chu'an turned his head and looked into the distance: "Wolf bones!"

Wolfbone, who was doing squats, threw off the small mountains he was carrying on his shoulders and jogged over: "What's up, boss?"

Yun Chuan said, "Show your axe to this merchant who has come from afar."

Wolf Bone had no doubts; the description "your axe" reassured him. He took out the giant axe and placed it in front of the person in front of him. The latter trembled and carefully touched the axe blade with his fingers, then channeled a small amount of his spiritual power into it to probe its interior.

Immediately, his expression turned to utter shock: "The essence of bronze! And... such masterful craftsmanship, this... is probably even the work of a Nascent Soul cultivator... uh..."

He was so shocked that he accidentally told the truth and instinctively covered his mouth. But this action only revealed that he had just spoken the truth by accident.

Yun Chu'an remained expressionless, continuing to feign inscrutableness: "You flatter me. Such weapons are probably not even worthy of the attention of a Nascent Soul expert."

However, in private, he focused his voice and secretly communicated with Sheng Linglong: "Really? Linglong, do you know about this? Is Tiger Blacksmith really that amazing?"

Sheng Linglong replied in a low voice, sounding annoyed, "Of course, they are from the Qingyun Sect's Weapon Refining Peak after all. Can't we at least show some basic respect?"

Yun Chu'an thought to himself, "Good heavens," but his face remained impassive. Ahead, Ji Huaide composed himself and asked in a low voice, "I wonder... how much would you be willing to offer for such a weapon?"

Wolf Bone hummed, "Not for sale! This is my weapon; I still need it to fight and earn merit!"

Ji Huaide's expression turned awkward for a moment, then he turned to look at Yun Chu'an: "Fellow Daoist, you said..."

Yun Chu'an said calmly, "I only accept transactions using high-grade spirit stones."

This request immediately made Ji Huaide's expression freeze, and his "bargain hunting" thoughts vanished instantly.

He looked troubled, then gritted his teeth: "It's possible, but..."

Yun Chu'an continued, taking advantage of his hesitation, "I can customize it for you. Tell me, what do you need?"

"Longsword? Scimitar? Spear? Halberd? I can make any weapon, and I guarantee that each one will be of the same quality as the giant axe in Wolf Bone's hand."

His nonchalant tone sent a chill down Ji Huaide's spine, making him feel even more unfathomable.

Sheng Linglong burst into laughter, her voice ringing out, "What are you bragging about? Can you even customize something? It's all thanks to Elder Hu of the Qingyun Sect!"

Yun Chu'an replied with a smile, "I guess he'd love for me to ask him for favors on these matters!"

While he spoke so casually with Sheng Linglong in private, Ji Huaide's expression gradually turned serious. He realized this would be a huge deal, and after a moment's hesitation, he asked softly, "Then, Fellow Daoist Yun, could you forge a longsword for us to see first?"

Swords are the most popular weapons in the cultivation world, and therefore the easiest to sell. As a result, acquiring such weapons is essentially a sure-fire way to make a profit.