Acting Within the Rules

Under the cover of night, a giant White Peacock hovered in the air, its radiant light seemingly distorting space, making it impossible for the torrential rain to get close. "Now that a wild Strange Medicine has been discovered, why don't the elders of the Ancestral Court transplant it?" a strange bird asked.

The White Peacock shook its head and said, "Human intervention will cause the Strange Blood within them to disappear, probably due to the special nature of the Divine Plains."

It's related to the overall environment.

In the rain, inside the tall building, Qin Ming was surrounded by the fragrance of medicine. He felt as if he had drunk fine wine, and his internal organs were filled with a rosy glow and flowing Immortal Mist.

A phantom image of a Fire Qilin.

He felt a deep sense of unease; just now, amidst the crimson blood, he had actually seen...

"Tracing the lineage of the Fire Kirin Lion, could it be a terrifying, Godlike creature?"

He ignored all of that and absorbed all the refined medicinal essence into his body, as if he were consuming a elixir of immortality, resulting in a significant increase in the activity of his flesh and blood!

Qin Ming stood up and observed the changes within himself. The improvement in his foundation made him clearly feel that this was actually expanding the upper limit of his future potential.

He felt incredibly satisfied, and a look of joy appeared on his face.

"There are many strange creatures in the outside world, but I haven't seen any of them develop Strange Blood. Could it be related to the environment of this vast plain?" Qin Ming speculated.

At this moment, he realized even more that the Ancestral Court of great religions, ancient Aristocratic Clan with thousands of years of history, Beyond the Mundane, and Esoteric Sect were unfathomable and must have harvested Strange Blood.

Prior to this, Qin Ming had never been in contact with anyone.

He thought of Cui Chongxuan, whom he had met at Luofu Immortal Mountain when he was not yet Otherworlder and was using the Six Imperial Heart Sutra nourish his physical body.

Not long after, Cui Chongxuan had already entered this field and was expected to become Core Disciple of the Six Sovereigns.

"A single drop of Strange Blood consumed Black Peng's entire fortune; it must be incredibly precious. I watched it refine five Strange Medicine; that must be..."

"Less gold? Moreover, the increase isn't exaggerated; in fact, it's quite limited. Ordinary people simply can't afford it!"

In terms of cost-effectiveness, a single type of Strange Blood could increase his initial strength by nearly thirty jin. This is a cost-benefit ratio that ordinary people simply cannot accept.

However, the Ancestral Court of the great religion and the Millennium Aristocratic Family believe it is well worth it.

Because, in their eyes, the number thirty is not measured in kilograms, but is seen as a potential value for the future.

A Strange Blood might allow a boy who is close to Otherworlder to step into that realm and gain greater benefits during his Ninth New Life, which is also his final transformation.

Because only Otherworlder can Ninth New Life!

The Teenage Aberrant" arose because of the extraordinary improvement he achieved during his final New Life, distinguishing him from ordinary people.

Qin Ming noticed that the medicinal effects of the Strange Blood seemed to be diminishing for him. "Throat, everything has its limits!" he sighed.

He ultimately underestimated the rarity of Strange Blood. Every time he refined a Strange Blood, it meant that an elder of the Six Royals Ancestral Court was "harvested" by him.

The Strange Medicine is still in its infancy; the elders can't use it now, but nurturing it might extend their lives in the future. Besides, who doesn't have a favorite descendant or a valued disciple?

Qin Ming gazed at the rain-soaked sky and said, "I wonder if any other wondrous beings in the other parts of the Divine Plains have given birth to Strange Blood." Then, he turned and asked, "Did you collect the Jade-Iron Arrow I left behind in the Wolf Hall?"

"They're all here!" The Old Donkey nodded hurriedly, utterly terrified, because several old demons and the man from the Godlike Society had all been killed.

Isn't moving another one better? All the old brothers on the mountain have already fallen, only this little brother is still alive!

Qin Ming practiced archery in the rain, focused and serious. The "Arrow Scripture" opened up a whole new realm for him in the art of archery, allowing him to utilize wind, rain, thunder, and other elements to imbue the Arrow Feathers with spirit and Essence, Qi, and Spirit!

Originally a technique, the "Arrow Scripture" elevates it to a higher level of artistic conception: the arrow follows the mind's thoughts, hitting the bullseye every time!

"I've already caught up with you just by practicing the archery techniques of the Wu Family Black White Mountain." Qin Ming felt that it was a waste of talent for the Arrow Scripture Manual to fall into the hands of the Great Hedgehog. Now that he had obtained the complete Arrow Scripture, he naturally wanted to carry it forward.

The Old Donkey's eyes changed. No wonder this human boy was as terrifying as a demon god, constantly cultivating, rain or shine.

Qin Ming's archery skills improved rapidly. He already possessed superb archery skills, and with the mastery of the secret formulas and special techniques, his progress was astonishing!

As for the hedgehog's experiences and insights, they were all dross to him, completely discarded. He wasn't being arrogant; it was simply the truth. So-called master-level humor is nothing more than this.

Just like before, the Weasel also claimed to be the Blade Art Master in this area, but after practicing for one or two decades, it still hadn't mastered the Blade-Controlling Art, while Qin Ming had already mastered it after obtaining the complete Sword Manual.

Even more difficult Extraordinary Art, such as the Li Fire Scripture and the Golden Cicada Scripture, were only obtained through handwritten copies, and he mastered those profound techniques in a very short time.

Afterwards, Qin Ming went to practice the <Fiery Sun Sword Scripture>, which was also a unique skill. He felt that the number two figure in the Godlike Society practiced it too crudely.

Once one has truly mastered a certain level of skill, the sword in one's hand should be like the Scorching Sun, capable of illuminating all directions and vanquishing demons across the eight wastelands! But in that man's hand, the heavy sword merely carried a flame, far removed from the Scorching Sun, a qualitative difference indeed.

After obtaining the <Fiery Sun Sword Scripture>, Qin Ming naturally discarded its worthless insights and experiences, allowing him to master it more quickly and become stronger.

Nowadays, only ancient books that embody the hard work and dedication of the founders of scripture reading are worth his reference.

What he needed to understand was why the scriptures were created and the mental journey of that predecessor; nothing else was worth learning from.

Afterwards, Qin Ming went to study the incomplete version of the Black Peng Scripture.

The Old Donkey was shocked. In a daze, it seemed to see its elder brother transform into human form, traversing the torrential rain. That fierce aura, terrifying claw techniques, and swift Movement Method sent shivers down its spine.

After absorbing the essence of the Strange Blood and practicing the Arrow Scripture and the Blazing Sun Sword Technique, Qin Ming worked up a sweat, felt refreshed, and was in a great mood, but he was also a little hungry.

He ordered, "Roast the Black Peng and taste what roc meat tastes like."

Upon hearing this, Lu Chongxiao's entire donkey went numb. Was he supposed to personally barbecue his older brother?! Late at night, the building was filled with a rich aroma. After carefully tasting the meat, Qin Ming thought the hedgehog meat was quite good, the Fire Kirin Lion meat was not so great, being slightly fishy and sour, while the roc meat and Brocade Finch wings were fragrant after being roasted.

But his favorite is still the donkey meat in the iron pot, which is tender and chewy, and suits his taste perfectly.

It wasn't that he wanted to "discard the donkey after it has served its purpose," but rather that the Old Donkey had always wanted to see what would happen. A gentleman takes his revenge even after three hundred years; how could he tolerate this? It had endured for a hundred years, slaughtering the descendants of its former master. This time, it encouraged itself, thinking that if it did this three hundred years later, even a human's lifespan would be...

He then went to kill his sons and heirs.

Qin Ming had already spiritually resonated with its intense emotional fluctuations, so he naturally decided to send it on its way.

"So much demon flesh and blood, I can't possibly eat it all by myself, what a waste!" He didn't go to notify the villages to collect the meat, because this was in human territory, traveling was quite dangerous, and he was likely to be retaliated against by the monsters afterward.

Most importantly, the frontier areas of the Great Opening are vast and sparsely populated, and the Fire Field cultivated by the border residents are exceptionally rich, producing a great deal of produce. If it weren't for the demonic attacks in recent years, this place would be very livable.

"I'm pioneering!" Qin Ming realized that he had already exceeded the requirements of this test by venturing into the demon realm and slaying countless ancient demons.

A shadow fell over him when he thought about these things.

The Black Peng, Fire Kirin Lion, Silver Wolf King, and other demons ambushed and killed him. Humans had delivered messages for them. Could this be related to the Six Royals Ancestral Court? After all, they were in charge of the local assessment.

If he saw any trace of the Six Sovereigns, he wanted to flee immediately, subdue a Bird Demon, and travel alone.

However, the journey home, stretching forty thousand miles, is quite long. The endless, dark land is fraught with danger, and ordinary birds of prey simply cannot cross it. They are easily hunted by unknown creatures along the way.

Qin Ming carefully considered the matter and concluded that the basic rules of the Six Royals Ancestral Court still existed. (Reading at the Xiuting Pavilion)

If someone could cover up the whole thing and cause a major problem, they could just kill him; he wouldn't survive.

Qin Ming breathed a sigh of relief. After eating and drinking his fill, he set off in the heavy rain.

Lightning tore through the night, and torrential rain covered the entire plain. In the boundless forest, raindrops splashed and a thin layer of mist enveloped everything.

In the rainy night, Qin Ming was like a Banished Immortal, carried by a green mist. Stepping on the grass and trees, he traversed a great distance with each step. His whole body was shrouded in green light, ethereal and Near-Immortal. The Yi Wood Essence of the entire plain was at his disposal, engulfing him.

As Qin Ming traveled, he not only did not feel tired, but the essence of the Yi Wood Spirit Medicine also entered his body, constantly purifying his flesh and spirit.

After the battle at Black Peng Mountain, he took four kinds of Strange Medicine, which truly extended his lifespan, increased his potential, and enhanced his strength. Having tasted the benefits, he decided to strike again.

This time, his target is the leader of the Godlike Society!

Incidentally, he wanted to find out whether the Six Sovereigns were involved in this matter. "We've arrived!"

It was only fifty li away. Qin Ming quickly arrived by harnessing the Yi Wood Essence. The verdant clouds and the fresh vitality of the plants lifted him up, making him appear exceptionally ethereal and otherworldly.

A towering mountain stood before them, the stronghold of the Godlike Society. Normally, no one dared to provoke it; it was an extremely dangerous area.

Qin Ming climbed the mountain silently. There were beasts, Bird Demon, and humans here, a complex mix. The leader of this organization deep in the Night Mist World was a "Godlike creature," and he didn't know its original purpose in creating the organization.

That night, at the stronghold of the Godlike Society, a torrential downpour raged on the mountaintop, and one after another, unusual bolts of lightning struck down, causing a cliff to collapse and boulders to tumble.

Many members were shocked. What happened?

As the crimson lightning flashed, why were figures seen moving about, seemingly engaged in battle? It was the boss fighting a bloody battle!

Demons rushed up, and humans also reached the summit, but soon screams erupted.

Qin Ming struggled greatly in this battle. He had been observing in secret for a long time, and only made his move to hunt down the leader of the Godlike Society after confirming the level of his strength.

Unexpectedly, this person was even more capable than I had imagined.

Because he came from a prestigious family, from the Five Elements Palace, but was a disgraced disciple who had long since rebelled against the great sect that was famous throughout the Night Mist World. This person was named Sun Teng, and had already stepped into the Outer Saint Domain for many years, mastering more than one top-notch Extraordinary Art, the most proficient of which was the <Wither Bloom Scripture>.

He could not only absorb the Vegetation Essence on this plain, but also comprehend the changes of Yin and Yang from the Withering and Flourishing, making him extremely powerful. He used the changes of Withering and Flourishing to conceal his own aura, causing Qin Ming to misjudge him.

Qin Ming used the Overlord's Testament as his core, taking advantage of the special and extreme atmosphere of the night to summon wind and thunder to annihilate his opponent. However, Sun Teng comprehended the Yin-Yang transformation of the <Wither Bloom Scripture> and actually used the Yin-Yang Qi to neutralize part of the lightning.

If Qin Ming hadn't refined four Strange Medicine at Black Peng Mountain to enhance his potential and strength, he and Sun Teng would have been evenly matched tonight, with the outcome uncertain.

At this moment, the mountaintop was a scene of devastation. The ground had long since collapsed, with many scorched areas and numerous corpses lying on the ground. These were all members of the Godlike Society, some killed by lightning, and others cleaved to death by Qin Ming with his Mutton Fat Jade Iron Saber.

"It's a pity he didn't obtain the top-tier Extraordinary Art, the ' Wither Bloom Scripture.' Sun Teng's will is as hard as iron; no wonder he achieved such success." He sighed softly, quite regretfully.

Such werewolves possess an emotionless demeanor and incredibly strong willpower. "The great sects are incredibly wealthy; their direct disciples are not lacking in Extraordinary Art."

Qin Ming learned here that he was exposed because he had invited a fellow cultivator to kill the Silver Wolf King on the Divine Plains, and was then betrayed.

He was somewhat lost in thought; he had even helped that person slay a demon, and not only was the other party ungrateful, but they also gave him this "generous gift."

Qin Ming found the man inside the body on the mountaintop; he had already cleaved him in two with a single stroke. "We can't investigate any further; this matter ends here!"

Qin Ming took off his tattered "strips of cloth," rummaged around the area, changed into a brand new set of clothes, and then rode away on the Yi Wood Essence, his sleeves fluttering, like an immortal on his journey.

The next day, Zhou Tao, an elder of the Six Royals Ancestral Court, rode a raptor and personally arrived at the Divine Plains to inquire of the White Peacock high in the sky, "The time is almost up. Have any unexpected events occurred? Is everything proceeding according to the rules?" He was very polite to the White Peacock.

They were treated as equals.

Because the opponent is really very strong!

The giant White Peacock nodded and said, "Something's happened. Oh, and it involves Elder Zhou." "Oh? What happened?" Zhou Tao became serious.

The White Peacock informed us, "Elder Zhou, your Strange Medicine have been harvested. Not only that, but other Wild Medicine discovered by the Ancestral Court elders have also been picked."

"What?! Who's breaking the rules?!" Zhou Tao raised his voice.

The White Peacock said, "One of the youths, acting according to the rules, uprooted several Strange Medicine."

(There's more to come!)