Longevity Chronicles
Chapter 503 - 346 Ba Tuo Bodhisattva, Great Fortuitous Opportunity

Speaking of captives, Tao Qian had captured many people.

But when it comes to ingenuity, none could compare to Qin Wuxiang.

It was simply too convenient. Unlike Tao Qian, who had to painstakingly come up with stratagems, he would arrange everything based on the situation and do so exceptionally well, maximizing the benefits.

After all, according to Qin Wuxiang's method, not only could he ensure the smooth return of this spy to the Alchemist and Seven Evil Sects, but he could also push the blame onto the confidants of Ying Qingdi.

After pondering for a moment, Tao Qian could think of nothing better and nodded in agreement.

While sending a message to summon Wei Ziyuan, he instructed Qin Wuxiang:

"Let's proceed with your ingenious plan, but the Method of Enlightenment is temporarily unnecessary, and we can't use it to transform Master Baihua Zhou Yingchun again. You need to handle this well, both to gain his trust and to deceive him."

"When the person who comes later is called Wei Ziyuan, be alert, for this shadow servant of Ying Qingdi possesses some mysterious methods. Be careful in your actions and don't leave any traces."

"Can you do it?"

After Tao Qian finished speaking, a look of confidence immediately appeared on Qin Wuxiang's face.

His self had changed, but his temperament and demeanor showed not the slightest alteration.

With a smile of certainty, he replied confidently:

"Rest assured, Daoist Friend, if I were a Demon capable of harming the common folk, I would be so as a Righteous man with the power to save the world. Yet, covering people's eyes and ears is too trivial a task for me, Qin Wuxiang."

"I only wonder, upon returning undercover to the Alchemist as a spy from the Seven Evil Sects, how will I send any secrets I discover to you, Daoist Friend?"

Qin Wuxiang asked, prompting Tao Qian to hesitate for a moment.

After deliberating over the horror of the "Buddha Transcendence Corpse Transformation Technique" and confirming through the Record that Qin Wuxiang had completely transformed,

He then reassured and, with a wicked grin, replied:

"Long ago in Southern Yue, you captured two Heavenly Demons that I deliberately let loose."

"One was a Substitute Demon, and the other was Star Zha."

"I wager you, in your former state, harbored great hatred for me, and these two demons should still be in your Storage Treasure Bag, kept to curse and track me down."

"Retrieve them, and in exchange, I will grant you some Demons like Empty Demons and Illusion Demons for your use."

Originally, Qin Wuxiang presented himself as a man who plotted against the world, full of confidence.

Yet, upon hearing these words, he was immediately struck dumb.

Being astute, he quickly realized the cause and effect and guessed Tao Qian's identity and origins.

Had he still been the normal Qin Wuxiang, at this moment he should have chosen to self-destruct and fight to the death.

Now, having been enlightened, he was powerless to fight.

Only a bitter smile and a bow, he exclaimed in admiration:

"Daoist Friend, Wuxiang truly acknowledges defeat."

"In the past, Daoist Friend was but a Loose Cultivator fortunate enough to obtain a Qi Refinement magic skill of the Spiritual Treasure. Yet you were able to deceive Wuxiang and help Infant Sect Xiao Meiniang break through the Meiling Xuanpin Ten Absolute Array, which truly shows your ability is no ordinary feat."

"Old Ancestor Li Wanshou deserved his loss, and Wuxiang's defeat was not unjust."

"With Daoist Friend's assistance, this New Moon uprising will surely succeed, and Wuxiang might also redeem some of his sins."

After Qin Wuxiang finished paying his respects, he also accepted the few Demons Tao Qian gifted.

Shortly thereafter, Wei Ziyuan, who was graceful and exceedingly charming, also slowly made her way into Tao Qian's quiet room.

Tao Qian's message did not say too much, and since Wei Ziyuan had been in a deep slumber due to overexertion, she did not hear the previous transmission by Tao Qian.

Upon hearing the summons, she thought that this ostensibly honourable thief was coveting her body, and that she was being summoned to his room for pleasure.

To aid in the act and facilitate the use of the Yellow-Robed Evil Seal, she even brought a jug of "Desire Demon Wine," a Spiritual Liquid. This wine was not from this world but was brewed using a specialized organ from a Demon of the Outer Realm adept in lust, mixed with a thousand catties of You Rui Flower Liquid—a potent concoction. Even a True Cultivator who was pure at heart could not control the surge of desire after consumption.

This Yellow-Robed Seductive Spirit, a loyal servant indeed, spared no effort for the greater cause of Ying Qingdi.

Alas, upon entering the room, she saw not only Lin Runiu—the seemingly respectable man—but also two other male cultivators seated in a meditative pose.

Her first thought was:

"This dishonest bird, is he playing so openly?"

"It's not that I can't handle three at once. Don't think I can't cope."

Because of her initial impression from the previous day, Wei Ziyuan concluded that Lin Runiu was a hypocrite, which led to such deviant thoughts.

Entering the room, ready to speak while holding the Desire Demon Wine,

Tao Qian did not give her a chance, instead speaking first and pointing to Qin Wuxiang and Zhou Yingchun, saying:

"Mr. Wei Daoist, I called for you because there is a favor I must ask of you."

"These two men are the Alchemist Saint Child Qin Wuxiang and the Seven Evil Sects' True Inheritor Zhou Yingchun. Hearing that I've assumed the position of Grain and Grass Officer of the Ancestor Dragon Society, they came to assassinate me in hopes of seizing my treasures and destroying the grain supplies here. Unfortunately for them, their skills were inadequate, and they have been captured by me."

"Currently, I cannot be distracted, so I must trouble you to escort these two men to Hidden Dragon Mountain."

While speaking, Tao Qian raised his hand and a point of light fell into Wei Ziyuan's hand—it was a bronze token.

"Having Cavernous Mystery Cultivation, these two possess some strange methods. I have temporarily sealed their mana with the 'Five Elements Sealing Spirit and God Method,' and they cannot make mischief for now."

"This is a Magic Talisman; if they make any move, you may use the token to kill them."

"However, you must be cautious, lest the two of them snatch away the token, because that could allow them to escape to freedom."

"Engaging in an encounter with them drained much of my mana, I won't say more—thank you for your efforts, Mr. Wei Daoist."

As soon as Tao Qian's words fell, he waved his sleeve and sent everyone outside, closing the door to the visitors.

Wei Ziyuan went to his room and did not expect that she wouldn't even have a chance to speak.

Dumbfounded, she stood with the Desire Demon Wine in her hand, but upon recovering, she turned to look at the two men.