Wu Hun stared at the photograph in his hand, his mind racing. The young man who looked so much like Xia Bu and had been sealed inside the qi sphere was actually the heir of his Hall of Five Gates, Wu Hun!
Wu Hun had already made up his mind. Regardless of what had shaped this young man's current personality, he had to return to the Witch Realm and learn the truth, becoming a worthy successor to his Hall of Five Gates and never disgracing it.
"The person who looks like that bastard from the Witch Realm—what is his name? His affairs are extremely complicated."
Wu Hun looked at the Spirit Bone and felt nothing unusual. Although he sensed a faint fluctuation, it was separated from him by far too many generations.
"Why did you suddenly ask me to investigate Gao Bao? Did you think he had some connection with Mei Chu?"
Jia Meng sat on the wooden chair opposite Wu Hun, tapping the armrest with one finger. A smile of success hung on her face.
"I asked you to investigate the hidden heir among the upper levels. At the same time, I wanted Mei Chu to find a famous curse creature called the Spirit Bone."
His voice was cold and calm, and every word carried profound meaning.
"The Spirit Bone is a curse creature created by the Origin Faith and the monk. It contains the sealing power of the cursed world's creatures."
Xia Bu nodded slightly, and a trace of awe appeared in his eyes at the mention of that power.
"Why is he looking for the Spirit Bone? Is he planning to seal some powerful Soul Force?"
Xia Bu asked doubtfully.
Jia Meng frowned, and a cold glint flashed through her eyes.
"He isn't looking for an ordinary sealing power. He's looking for mine?"
"Yours?"
"What exactly is going on?"
Wu Hun and Xia Bu asked at the same time.
"Forget it. I told you before that Mei Chu had secretly entered the cursed world and dealt with a certain powerful curse creature."
"According to his information, after the new curse creatures were born in the cursed world, three special curse creatures appeared around mine. He must have taken action, and sooner or later the Spirit Bone will surface. As for me, I am the existence he must surpass."
Jia Meng explained.
"You're right. It makes sense," Wu Hun agreed.
"If Mei Chu really uses the Spirit Bone or another curse creature to deal with me, then before we understand the Spirit Bone's characteristics, we truly have no way to defend ourselves."
Xia Bu analyzed it for a moment before speaking.
"It seems Mei Chu is planning this as well. That's why he doesn't want to expose himself while hiding in Gao Bao's shadow in the cursed world. He also wants to find the Spirit Bone."
"You already have a plan?"
"Exactly. Since Mei Chu wants the Spirit Bone, I'll give him one."
"Oh? You mean you want to spread false information and lure him out?"
Wu Hun smiled. Jia Meng's plan seemed suspicious to him.
"Are you planning to use a fake Spirit Bone to lure that bastard out? If he exposes himself, won't he be easily captured?"
Jia Meng smiled confidently.
"Don't worry. My disguise is enough to fool even the real one. I've already created a fake Spirit Bone using a special method, and Mei Chu won't be able to detect the flaw. Once he foolishly comes looking for the Spirit Bone, I think he will reveal his purpose."
Xia Bu rubbed his chin. "And then?"
Jia Meng's eyes flashed with a strange light.
"I plan to hand the Spirit Bone over to Gao Bao, then have him release false information about the Spirit Bone before recovering it."
"When the time comes, Mei Chu will certainly be unable to sit still and will take action. I've already laid the trap. Once he exposes himself, I'll deal him a fatal blow!"
Wu Hun slapped his thigh.
"Haha, excellent plan! Why hand the Spirit Bone to Gao Bao instead of me?"
"Because you don't have enough credibility."
Jia Meng gave Wu Hun a look that made him seem like an idiot. Wu Hun had no choice but to follow her to analyze the plan, and fortunately, Gao Bao was nearby.
However, Jia Meng was hiding another secret in her heart.
That was why the Spirit Bone was so important to Mei Chu.
To a certain extent, Xia Bu had already explained it. Jia Meng's Soul Force was extremely important to Mei Chu.
If there were only news about the Spirit Bone, Mei Chu might not necessarily take the bait. He might not even risk exposing himself.
But if Xia Bu was also present, Mei Chu would definitely take action in order to obtain the Soul Force. He would certainly attempt to seize the body.
Unfortunately, Jia Meng could not explain these details to Wu Hun and Xia Bu. Otherwise, she would not be able to explain the source of her information.
She could only carefully make the most complete arrangements. Even if she could not completely capture Mei Chu, she could not allow Xia Bu to suffer an accident.
"Then how are you going to make a fake Spirit Bone?"
Wu Hun's question disrupted Jia Meng's train of thought. He took out a piece of candy, stuffed it into his mouth, and asked.
"Oh, it's already done."
Jia Meng answered calmly.
"Really? Then why—what? It's already... Cough, cough! Water, quickly give me some water!"
Wu Hun choked and stuffed the candy into his throat. Jia Meng immediately handed him a cup of tea, and he swallowed a large mouthful before finally breathing normally again.
Wu Hun slapped Jia Meng on the shoulder with lingering fear, his eyes shining.
"You really are thoughtful!"
"I was also worried for a while. Meng, don't joke around. Is it really ready?"
Xia Bu also asked anxiously.
"Of course. Look, this is the Spirit Bone."
Jia Meng spoke, opened her hand, and revealed the fake Spirit Bone she had made from the ingredients in her residence.
The Spirit Bone was shaped like a human, but its translucent body and green eyes made it look somewhat strange. Even Wu Hun felt a chill run down his spine upon seeing it.
It was only a fake curse creature, not an actual cursed object, so it naturally could not possess the distinctive characteristics of Soul Force.
Thus, even if the Spirit Bone had been fused with someone's curse power, it would not be difficult to detect.
"So that's how it is. My Soul Force can control Gao Bao's curse power, which is why you want me to go and spread false information."
Xia Bu understood the plan.
"Yes, yes. That's one of the reasons."
Jia Meng rubbed her nose and explained.
"The main reason is that Xia Bu is utterly unreliable."
"I really can't stand this anymore. I can tear your house apart, you know?"
"Say one more word and you'll understand."
Xia Bu glanced at Jia Meng and Wu Hun, then moved his hands again, quickly channeling and absorbing the Soul Force before the Spirit Bone.
"Gao Bao, you are the person responsible for this plan. You must prioritize protecting my safety."
Jia Meng looked solemn as she warned Xia Bu.
Xia Bu also became serious and nodded firmly.
"Don't worry. I'm also one of the special curse creatures. Even if I can't win, I can still run. Besides, I have several contingencies prepared."
The three of them began discussing the plan in detail. Every step was repeatedly examined, and they did their best to eliminate every possible flaw.
Jia Meng watched Xia Bu and Wu Hun leave, then silently prayed in her heart, "Mei Chu, get into the trap."
Meanwhile, Mei Chu had already hidden himself in the darkness, quietly waiting for the moment the curtain rose.
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