Indestructible Body Of Vajra Of The Village Leader
Chapter 269 - 226~227: Mysterious Treasure, the Gap Between the Protagonists in Ancient Books (Guaranteed Update)

Chapter 269: 226~227: Mysterious Treasure, the Gap Between the Protagonists in Ancient Books (Guaranteed Update)

"Is this the Slaughter Emotion Sword Box rumored in the Martial World? Legend has it that this box contains the treasure of the Lonely Elder, which once caused an uproar throughout the Martial World."

Atop Demon Hawk, Wang Yuyan’s beautiful eyes shifted with curiosity as she examined the Sword Box held by Jiang Dali.

At this moment, as Demon Hawk soared high, the wind above was fierce. Jiang Dali had her in his arms to protect her from falling and turning into a mangled mess.

Over the past few days, Wang Yuyan had grown accustomed to this since resistance was futile, making acceptance her only choice.

Each time, though it greatly embarrassed her, she was helpless.

What could she do, facing a robber leader and being his captive? She could only attempt to maintain the last line of defense between men and women with her frail arms, secretly cursing her lack of martial arts, which would have allowed her to beat this crude and rude brute into a pig-headed, dog-headed, lion-headed mess.

Jiang Dali, of course, was unaware of the young girl’s fierce thoughts of revenge, and examining the Sword Box, he nodded and smiled, "Indeed, this is the Sword Box. It is rumored to contain the treasure of the Lonely Elder.

However, in that treasure, there seems to be nothing but gold and silver jewelry, and the legendary Jade Cicada and Gold Butterfly—the Jade Cicada can detoxify poisons, and the Gold Butterfly aids in cultivation.

The only things that attract me in that treasure are these two items, the Jade Cicada and Gold Butterfly."

"These Martial World rumors have indeed been circulating for many years. But I remember my mother telling me what my grandfather mentioned, that these widely known legends are most likely a trap.

At least my grandfather never heard of the Lonely Elder’s name when he roamed the Martial World in his younger days."

Wang Yuyan’s smile twirled at the corners of her mouth.

"Oh?"

Jiang Dali felt a shift in his heart, recalling information from his past life.

In his previous life, when players had discovered the Lonely Elder’s ancient tomb, Xu Yuanping and others had already entered the tomb.

Eventually, the tomb collapsed, and the players couldn’t enter it.

Both Xu Yuanping and Xiao Chacha never emerged again, reportedly having died within.

Thinking about this, the Lonely Elder’s ancient tomb indeed carried some strange enigma.

Xu Yuanping, nicknamed Slaughter Prince, wielding the Slaughter Sword, was essentially the protagonist of an ancient tome.

Although Jiang Dali was unfamiliar with the detailed specifics of that ancient tome, he still knew about Xu Yuanping.

Although previously Xu had infiltrated Shaolin to steal cultivation techniques; he was still somewhat heroic in nature, driven to theft by a desperate need for revenge against a bloody vendetta.

Moreover, being young, he appeared somewhat naive and prone to impulsive anger.

A previous provocation had instantly drawn an attack, clearly showing this aspect of his character.

But none of these could obscure the fact that he was a protagonist of an ancient tome.

And isn’t every protagonist of an ancient tome resiliently tough?

Like Chu Liu Xiang who could escape from just about any peril, Xu Yuanping ultimately dying in the Lonely Elder’s tomb served to demonstrate that the tomb was no benign place.

Seeing Jiang Dali deep in thought, Wang Yuyan continued, "My mother said that perhaps a person of unparalleled intelligence concocted the story of the Jade Cicada and Gold Butterfly, exploiting people’s greed and curiosity to spread the word.

Thus, legends of Jade Cicada and Gold Butterfly flooded the Martial Arts world, spreading rapidly across its entirety in a very short time.

Through the power of these legends, the Lonely Tomb was created, enticing people from all over like the Dragon Slayer Sword in the hands of the Lion King Xie Xun—it was nothing but a bait."

"You do make some good points."

Jiang Dali nodded, "But even so, now that the Sword Box is in hand, I will still explore the Lonely Elder’s tomb. Regardless of the traps inside, it’s not me who will personally take the risk."

Wang Yuyan paused, suddenly remembering the Abnormal People Jiang Dali had recruited, "You plan to use the Abnormal People to explore the ancient tomb? That indeed seems a good method. Although the Abnormal People have low strength, they can’t die and are perfectly suited to explore the tomb, fearless against any peril."

Jiang Dali smiled, "Exactly. Both the Jade Cicada and the Gold Butterfly are treasures, but only the Gold Butterfly is of use to me.

Besides, there’s also those rumored treasures of gold and silver which may or may not exist.

Just these items, though worth sending someone to excavate, are not worth risking my own life."

"Sometimes looking at you, it’s hard to believe someone like you has such a meticulous mind. A mix of coarseness and subtlety, that is truly the most terrifying. Now, I rather hope my cousin doesn’t come looking for you."

Wang Yuyan’s tone carried a sigh, a hint of helplessness, "Master Jiang, how about we make a deal? I know you have always wanted to improve your movement techniques and reaction speed. I have carefully recalled over these days and have found two Martial Arts scripts that might be of use to you."

Jiang Dali remained unmoved, "Remember your current status. You are merely my captive. You and all that you possess are mine.

If you have suitable Martial Arts for me, just speak up. If I am pleased, I might spare your cousin.

But do you think just two Martial Arts scripts are enough for me to let you go? Think about your own value, does it only amount to two Martial Arts scripts?

I have treated you well here because you have value.

If you were truly useless, I wouldn’t even bother shattering you."

"You!"

Wang Yuyan’s brow furrowed, as if the grievances and anger accumulated over these days finally erupted in anger, "Could it be that Master Jiang still covets all the Martial Arts secrets of Langhuan Blessed Land to be completely divulged to you? I am afraid, Yu Yan cannot comply with such an expectation."