Former Interstellar Mercenary In Urban Cultivation World
Chapter 708: Nascent Soul Stage Demonic Beast (Part 5)

Chapter 708: Nascent Soul Stage Demonic Beast (Part 5)

Vincent Tan and the others, who knew the truth, couldn’t help but admire Renshu Chang for his ability to lie so convincingly.

Kailash Ren also glanced at Chanchala Jin, her eyes carrying a silent warning.

Chanchala Jin took a deep breath, suppressing her temper, and said in a softer tone, "Even if they’re safe since we’re supposed to be cooperating, shouldn’t you at least give us some indication of your plan? Are we just supposed to keep waiting with you like this?"

Renshu Chang hesitated for a moment, "Alright, let’s not wait for them. My suggestion is to hold back and do nothing."

Chanchala Jin nodded her head.

With so many people competing, that strategy made sense to her as well, "And then?"

"Let the demonic beasts and other factions fight it out first. No matter who ultimately gets the Eight Stars Of Heavenly Jade Flower, they’re bound to face many people hunting them down over the next half month. So I believe we don’t need to be the first to take the risk."

"You’re not wrong, but there’s a significant risk involved. If the person who obtains the Eight Stars Of Heavenly Jade Flower belongs to one of the righteous factions, are we really going to fight among ourselves, only to let the demonic beasts take advantage in the end?"

Renshu Chang remained calm, "We want the Eight Stars Of Heavenly Jade Flower, but the devils want it even more."

Chanchala Jin still felt uneasy about his plan, "But what if the devils have the same idea as us?"

"You said it yourself, ’what if.’ In reality, the devils won’t remain calm; they will definitely make a move." Renshu Chang wasn’t lying; this was exactly what he believed.

Even though his reasoning made sense, Kailash Ren was still somewhat dissatisfied with this approach, "So, Senior Brother Chang, you’re suggesting that we just sit back, watch them fighting and doing nothing?"

Renshu Chang nodded his head without hesitation, "That’s my current thought. Let the Eternal One Sect clash with the devils first, and then we’ll step in when the time is right."

"Forgive me, but I can’t agree with your approach. Seizing treasures is all about timing. If we lose the initiative, we might miss the opportunity altogether."

Kailash Ren’s eyes held a trace of disappointment.

She had expected Renshu Chang, as the disciple of the Sect Leader of Green Lotus Sect, to have more foresight, not to be so timid.

"The initiative only works when you have the right timing, location, and people on your side. At least two of those factors must be in our favor. Right now, we have none. How can we seize the initiative? If the secret realm were open, we could grab the treasure and leave immediately."

Renshu Chang’s expression didn’t change; he remained firm in his stance.

Kailash Ren stared at him for a moment before saying coldly, "As cultivators, we not only struggle against the heavens but also against people. If Senior Brother Chang lacks this kind of determination, it’s hard to imagine you taking on great responsibilities in the future. Frankly, I’m disappointed in you."

"It was you who came to us seeking cooperation. Now that Senior Brother Chang has shared his plan, you disagree and even insult him. If you don’t want to cooperate, then don’t. Is it really necessary to mock others?" A disciple from the Green Lotus Sect immediately spoke up in dissatisfaction.

"There’s nothing meaningful about it. I simply misjudged you."

Kailash Ren’s demeanor was cold and aloof.

Chanchala Jin sneered, "If we had known this was your plan, our Divine Maiden Sect wouldn’t have sought to collaborate with you. A bunch of useless cowards, not even as good as women."

"Who are you calling cowards? Say that again if you dare!" The disciple from the Green Lotus Sect was furious.

If they didn’t want to cooperate, fine, but why do they need to insult them?

"Forget it. There’s no point in working together if our paths are so different," Renshu Chang said, calming his angry fellow disciples.

"Senior Brother, they went too far," the disciple muttered, still feeling upset.

Although he felt Renshu Chang’s actions were out of character, he trusted that Renshu Chang had his own reasons.

"We’re leaving."

Kailash Ren shot Renshu Chang a glance before turning around and walking away decisively with her sword in hand.

Chanchala Jin and her three junior sisters followed her.

Only after the Green Lotus Sect disciples were out of sight did Chanchala Jin speak.

"Kailash, without the Green Lotus Sect’s cooperation, what are we going to do? The other factions have already formed alliances, and we’re too weak to stand a chance."

"Do you really think those were Renshu Chang’s true thoughts?"

Kailash Ren had been suspicious from the start.

Renshu Chang had given up too quickly.

"Do you think he did it on purpose? But why would he? Is he really planning to drag a few injured disciples into the front lines?"

Chanchala Jin wasn’t actually doubtful of Renshu Chang’s approach, especially after seeing Vincent Tan and Ding Huiqing join up with him.

The two disciples with the surnames Zhang and Cao were seriously injured; their combat effectiveness was effectively nullified.

Seeing that Chanchala Jin didn’t have any doubts, Kailash Ren couldn’t help but wonder if she was overthinking things.

However, since she hadn’t interacted much with Renshu Chang, maybe she really was just overthinking it.

Perhaps Renshu Chang was simply just that kind of person.

As the medicinal fragrance of the Eight Stars Of Heavenly Jade Flower grew stronger, everyone became more tense.

When the sun had moved slightly westward from its zenith, the Eight Stars Of Heavenly Jade Flower which was nestled in a crevice in the cliff, suddenly swayed gently.

Then, the fragrance abruptly disappeared, and the surface of the flower turned shining slightly.

"The Eight Stars Of Heavenly Jade Flower has bloomed!" someone shouted.

A warning roar echoed, and the Golden Core demonic beast that was guarding the flower lunged greedily toward it.