Poison Sac Secured

"Those who refuse a toast will have to drink a forfeit! Send them on their way."

A Black-Skirted Woman with a slender figure turned cold, her face filled with murderous intent.

As soon as these words were spoken, a ripple appeared in the void above Shen Long and Lin Yutong's heads, and a gray ghost claw appeared. The five fingers of the Black Ghost Claw were jet black, with green flames swirling around the fingertips, and the surrounding void twisted and deformed.

The gray ghost claw landed on the White Light Screen with a muffled thud. Green Ghost Fire landed on the White Light Screen and spread out, engulfing it and emitting a wisp of White Light Screen smoke. The spiritual light of the White Light Screen dimmed.

A gust of cold wind blew by, and a Ghost Creature with the head of a bull and the body of a human appeared. It had two crescent-shaped bull horns on its head, and a ball of Black Ghost Fire in each of its empty eye sockets, emitting an astonishing fluctuation of Yin Qi.

"Ghost Creature at the Golden Core Realm!"

Lin Yutong's expression tightened.

As soon as the Ghost King appeared, he opened his mouth and spat out a stream of Black Ghost Fire, which landed on the White Light Screen, making the light on the White Light Screen even dimmer.

Shen Long activated the Thunder-Guiding Bead, and a thunderous roar came from the sky. A Silver Thunder Pillar with a diameter of ten feet ripped through the sky, like a silver lightning spear, piercing towards the Ghost King.

Just as the Ghost King was about to dodge, a piercing screech rang out, its head slumped, and its reaction slowed.

The Silver Thunder Pillar struck the Ghost King, engulfing Ghost King body in a surge of light.

Shen Long opened his mouth, and a Three-Colored Fire Bird flew out and disappeared into the lightning. A ball of three-colored firelight lit up, and he summoned the Dragon-Slaying Saber. With a single slash, he cut the Ghost King in two.

A piercing sound rang out as a black arrow shot through the White Light Screen.

Shen Long's left fist emitted a bright red light, growing numerous red scales that transformed into a Red Dragon Claw, which charged forward.

The black arrow collided with the Red Dragon Claw, producing a dull thud as metal struck metal, sparks flew everywhere, and the black arrow was sent flying backward.

"Nine Transformations Dragon Transformation Technique!"

The old man in black robes exclaimed in surprise.

A Silver Thunder Pillar, about ten feet in diameter, descended from the sky and struck the three black-robed elders.

Before they could dodge, a sharp, piercing screech rang out, and the three of them immediately felt dizzy and disoriented, unable to even stand up straight.

The Silver Thunder Pillar struck the black-robed old man, and a blinding silver lightning bolt shot into the sky, creating a shockwave.

Before the lightning had even dissipated, a second Silver Thunder Pillar struck down, causing the lightning to surge even further.

Shen Long patted a golden Spirit Beast Bag at his waist, and hundreds of thousands of Golden-Winged Fire Ant flew out, quickly condensing into three Golden Spear.

"Go!"

Shen Long pointed his finger at the opposite side, and three Golden Spear shot straight towards them, piercing through the silver lightning. It could be clearly seen that the tips of two of the Golden Spear were stained with some blood.

A cold wind blew up from the void behind Shen Long, and the old man in black robes appeared. He had a pair of black bat wings on his back. The bat wings were not ethereal, but solid.

The old man in the black robe transformed his hands into black, ghostly claws with sharp nails, and his eyes turned blood red.

"Be careful, this is Ghost-Descending Technique, similar in nature to the Spirit Attachment Technique of Spirit Controller."

Zen Master Xinkong offered this reminder.

He was injured by the other party's Ghost-Descending Technique; otherwise, he wouldn't have ended up in this situation.

The old man in black robes let out a sharp, piercing Ghost Wail, unleashing a Black Sound Wave that struck the White Light Screen White Light Screen, causing it to distort and dim.

The black-robed elder's claws struck the White Light Screen, shattering White Light Screen instantly. The Black Ghost Claw struck Lin Yutong's back, easily tearing Lin Yutong dress and revealing a white, shimmering inner armor.

A Black Ghost Claw struck the white inner armor, leaving multiple scratches on its surface.

Another Black Ghost Claw headed straight for Lin Yutong's head, but just then, a Red Dragon Claw Black Ghost Claw claw appeared and blocked it.

The old man in black robes felt a tremendous force strike him, and his body was sent flying backward uncontrollably.

Before he even landed, a chanting sound rang out, and a Golden Sound Wave wave swept over him.

The old man in black robes let out a Ghost Wail wail, unleashing a Black Sound Wave that shattered the Golden Sound Wave.

Lin Yutong summoned a Talisman that shimmered with golden light, which transformed into a massive Golden Thunder Cloud that hurtled straight toward the black-robed elder.

The old man in black robes sensed something was wrong. Before he could dodge, a piercing screech rang in his ears, like a sharp sword piercing his mind, causing a dizzying sensation.

Before he could react, the Golden Thunder Cloud were already in front of him, less than ten feet away.

A thunderous roar resounded, the Golden Thunder Cloud burst open, and a massive bolt of Golden Thunder Light shot into the sky, engulfing the black-robed elder's body, with a surging shockwave.

Just as Shen Long was about to use other methods, he frowned and took out Yin-Sensing Talisman.

The Yin-Sensing Talisman flickered incessantly and then spontaneously combusted.

The Yin-Sensing Talisman will only be activated when a particularly powerful Ghost Creature is approaching.

"A powerful Ghost Creature is coming! Run!"

Shen Long transmitted his voice to Zen Master Xinkong, put away the Golden-Winged Fire Ant and the Iron Tail Scorpion, made a hand seal, and the Sea-Crossing Boat emitted a dazzling blue light and flew into the distance.

As the Sea-Crossing Boat flew over the corpses of the two Heaven Ghost Sect disciples, Shen Long flicked his sleeve, and a Cyan Rope flew out, entangled the two corpses, and pulled them back to the Sea-Crossing Boat.

Zen Master Xinkong's body emitted a bright blue light as he gave chase.

At this moment, the Golden Thunder Light dissipated, revealing the figure of the old man in black robes. There were some clearly visible bloodstains on his body, and black smoke rose from his body.

Just as he was about to pursue Shen Long and the other two, a ripple appeared in the void, and a Cyan Giant Palm hand with continuously flowing Buddhist light appeared out of thin air above his head. The black-robed old man hurriedly waved his Black Ghost Claw claw to meet it and block the Cyan Giant Palm.

His Divine Sense detected a powerful surge of Yin Qi rushing towards them at great speed.

With a gentle flap of his Black Bat Wings, the old man in the black robe vanished from his spot and left the place.

A short while later, a gust of cold wind blew by, and a beautiful woman in red appeared, emanating a terrifying Yin Qi of yin energy.

"Yin-Sensing Talisman! No wonder it ran so fast."

The woman in red muttered to herself, then transformed into a Escape Light and chased after the old man in black robes.

More than half a month later, the Sea-Crossing Boat flew out from the Mysterious Yin Grotto-Heaven, and Shen Long, Lin Yutong and Zen Master Xinkong stood on the Sea-Crossing Boat.

"Finally, we're out of this awful place. Thank you, fellow Daoists."

Zen Master Xinkong expressed his gratitude.

"It was just a small favor, and we owe it all to Zen Master Xinkong; otherwise, we wouldn't have obtained the Poison Sac of the Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast."

Shen Long said.

After escaping to a safe place, Shen Long inquired about the Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast from Zen Master Xinkong. Zen Master Xinkong discovered a Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast in the Mysterious Yin Grotto-Heaven and destroyed it.

Upon learning that Shen Long was searching for Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast, Zen Master Xinkong handed over the Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast's corpse to Shen Long; the Poison Sac was intact.

Shen Long felt somewhat fortunate; if they hadn't saved Zen Master Xinkong, they would probably still be searching for Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast in the Mysterious Yin Grotto-Heaven.

"If it weren't for Fellow Daoist Shen's intervention, this humble monk would already be dead. I have other matters to attend to, so I must take my leave now."

After saying this, Zen Master Xinkong transformed into a streak of Cyan Escape Light and disappeared into the void.

"Fairy Lin, are you feeling any better?"

Shen Long asked with concern.

Lin Yutong was injured by the old man in black robes. Fortunately, she was wearing inner armor, otherwise she would have died.

"After taking the pills given to me by Fellow Daoist Shen, I'm much better now. Shall we go to the Mandala Mountain Range or the Marketplace?"

Lin Yutong asked.

"Let's go to the Marketplace first! If we don't run into Aunt Du and the others, then we'll head to the Mandala Mountain Range."

Shen Long said, then made a hand seal, and the Sea-Crossing Boat flew into the sky, leaving this place.

Seven days later, the old man in black robes flew out of the Mysterious Yin Grotto-Heaven. His right arm was missing, his aura was weak, and his face was pale.

He was being hunted by the Nascent Soul Realm Ghost Creature, and only managed to escape by using a secret technique that depleted his Qi and Blood.

"Don't let me run into you again."

The old man in black robes muttered to himself, then transformed into a streak of black Escape Light and departed.

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The Tianchan Mountain Range is composed of more than 100,000 mountain ranges of varying sizes, and is home to a large number of demonic toads, hence its name.

In the northwest corner of the Tianchan Mountain Range stands a majestic peak, covered with numerous buildings that stretch from the foot of the mountain to its summit. Many figures can be seen on the peak. At the foot of the mountain stands a Golden Stele over thirty feet tall, on which are written four large silver characters in a flamboyant style, "Golden Toad Marketplace," shimmering with spiritual light.

Golden Toad Marketplace is Marketplace established by the Shangguan Clan. It is rich in cultivation resources and attracts merchants from all over the world.

A Quiet Manor, with artificial hills, gardens, and flowing streams.

Du Yinyin and Song Xueqing sat in a Cyan Stone Pavilion, sipping tea and chatting, while Xu Yang and Li Weiguang stood to the side.

"We've found the Golden Neon Grass and the Snow Hibiscus Seed, all we're missing is the Poison Sac of the Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast."

Song Xueqing said.

"Madam Song, Poison Sac of Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast so sought after?"

Du Yinyin frowned and said.

They attended the Auction and acquired many resources, but not a single one— the Poison Sac of Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast.

"The Poison Sac of Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast can neutralize several types of curses, making them quite valuable. As soon as they appeared on the market, they were quickly snapped up."

Song Xueqing explained.

Xu Yang took out a golden Communication Disk, cast a spell, and Shen Long's voice rang out. "Senior Brother Xu, Aunt Du and Senior Song still in the Marketplace? We've obtained the Poison Sac of Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast."

"They're all here, Junior Brother Shen. Where are you right now?"

Xu Yang asked excitedly.

"Where are you at the entrance of the Golden Toad Pavilion?"

Shen Long said.

"You're right at the entrance of the Golden Toad Pavilion. I'll come pick you up."

Xu Yang said, putting away the Communication Disk.

"They're quite capable! They actually managed to find Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast."

Song Xueqing sighed.

"Junior Nephew Xu, go and bring them over! Nephew Lin can't hold on much longer."

Du Yinyin gave the instructions.

A year has passed since Master Ice Silkworm was cursed. The Green Lotus Yuan-Stagnating Talisman has lost its effectiveness, and Master Ice Silkworm can no longer move freely. He cannot hold on for much longer.

Xu Yang responded and quickly left.

Less than fifteen minutes later, Xu Yang returned with Shen Long and Lin Yutong.

"Aunt Du, this is the Poison Sac of Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast. How is Master?"

Shen Long took out a black, pouch-like object and asked.

"Nephew Lin is about to collapse. Fortunately, you brought back the Poison Sac of Third-Rank Yin-Evil Beast. Madam Song, I'm entrusting the rest to you."

Du Yinyin handed the Poison Sac to Song Xueqing and said.

"It's no trouble at all. I'll go and lift the curse for Young Friend Lin right away."

Song Xueqing took the Poison Sac and strode towards a secluded courtyard.

It should be "searching for the Poison Sac of the Yin-Evil Beast." There were some errors in the text; thank you for pointing them out, fellow readers, I've corrected them.