Blood Rhino Pill, Yang Qingshu

If tens of thousands of Gold-Eating Ant were to coalesce into a weapon-like form to attack the enemy, their power would be even greater.

As the number of Gold-Eating Ant increased, a problem arose for Shen Long: his Divine Sense.

The more Gold-Eating Ant there are, the more Divine Sense Shen Long consumes to drive them into battle, so a swift victory is essential.

There are many ways to increase Divine Sense. The most common way is to take pills that increase Divine Sense. The Spirit Control Sect also Divine Sense Cultivation Method, but they are common and disappear once you reach the Foundation Establishment Realm.

Some extraordinary insects can transmit their Divine Sense back to their keeper; the higher the level, the more Divine Sense they transmit.

Shen Long planned to start with pills. There weren't many Second-tier Medicinal Pill could enhance Divine Sense, so he needed to obtain the Pill Formula first.

The Gold-Eating Ant Queen quickly ate a piece of Ink Marrow Stone, but it was not satisfied and flew to Shen Long and circled around him.

Shen Long took out another piece of Ink Marrow Stone and threw it on the ground. The Gold-Eating Ant Queen flew down onto the Ink Marrow Stone and began to gnaw on it.

Shen Long released the Iron Tail Scorpion, whose Iron Tail Scorpion swayed back and forth, emitting a joyful hissing sound.

It was Mutated Spirit Insect, with Divine Ability far exceeding those of ordinary second-tier Spirit Insect. This battle also allowed Shen Long to witness the power of Mutated Spirit Insect.

He took out a golden Demon Core, with some blood streaks on Demon Core surface, and fed it to the Iron Tail Scorpion. This was the Demon Core of a second-tier Golden-Veined Blood Toad.

Iron Tail Scorpion have a strong affinity for highly venomous substances, and they have played a significant role in this. Shen Long catered to their tastes.

He then took out two hundred-year-old Ink Mustard Grass and fed them to the Iron Tail Scorpion.

Shen Long put it back into his Spirit Beast Bag, entered the Spirit Control Tower, and arrived at the First Floor of the Spirit Control Tower.

The Green-Eyed Spirit Fox rushed out of the Spirit Control Pool and stood in front of Shen Long.

Shen Long squatted down, patted its head, took out a Spirit Feeding Pill, and fed it to the Green-Eyed Spirit Fox.

He arrived at the second floor, where an astonishing wave of heat hit him.

Shen Long arrived at the foot of a steep mountain peak. He took out a red Formation Disk, cast a spell, and a red mist rose from the ground, revealing a hole about ten feet in size.

He went inside and soon reached the end, appearing in a cave about an acre in size. In the lower left corner, he could see fifty Crimson Moon Ganoderma.

The Crimson Moon Ganoderma he obtained were transplanted here and are growing very well.

Shen Long cast a spell on the Crimson Moon Ganoderma Fungus, then withdrew and cast a spell on the Formation Disk. A red mist rose from the ground, blocking the cave entrance.

He whistled, and the Fire Rock Beast charged forward, followed closely by the Golden-Winged Wind Peng.

He fed the Fire Rock Beast a hundred-year-old Fire Cloud Ginseng, and the Golden-Winged Wind Peng two Spirit Feeding Pill and two fifty-year-old Green Wind Grass before leaving the Spirit Control Tower.

At this moment, the Gold-Eating Ant also ate the ores, Shen Long put them back into his Spirit Beast Bag.

He sat down cross-legged and began to meditate and regulate his breathing.

Early the next morning, Shen Long left Green Begonia Courtyard and strolled around the streets.

He arrived at the street where Chen Family Rice Shop was located, walked around and looked around, but found nothing unusual. The door of Chen Family Rice Shop was tightly closed, and he did not find any tailing people nearby.

After a short while, Shen Long arrived at a street with few pedestrians, where Liu Family Sundry Shop was located.

Liu Shi Liu Shi was talking to a fat, big-eared man in a black shirt, with a forced smile on his face.

"It's her good fortune that I've taken a liking to her; don't be ungrateful."

The man in black said coldly.

Sun Tianfeng, Foundation Establishment Middle Stage.

"Senior Sun, Yu Ruo is truly in seclusion; how could I dare to lie to you?"

Liu Shi said with a forced smile.

"Hmph, don't try to fool me with that. I'll come back in a while, and if I don't see her again, you know what will happen."

Sun Tianfeng uttered a harsh remark and turned to leave.

Shen Long did not make contact with this person and continued walking forward.

"Fellow Daoist Shen, it's been a long time."

Liu Yushan walked towards me, smiling and greeting me.

"Long time no see, Fellow Daoist Liu! It's been a while since I last saw you. What have you been up to lately?"

Shen Long greeted him.

"Several members of our Lineage have mysteriously disappeared, and I'm busy looking for them!"

Liu Yushan explained.

"Disappeared in this area? Could it be the work of Evil Cultivator?"

Shen Long asked curiously.

"They disappeared after leaving the Marketplace. They are all Qi Refining Cultivator. It's unclear whether they are Evil Cultivator or enemies. If Fellow Daoist Shen obtains any clues, please let me know. I will reward you handsomely."

Liu Yushan said.

"Okay, I'll let you know if I get any leads."

Shen Long agreed.

After chatting for a few minutes, Liu Yushan said goodbye and left.

Shen Long strolled around the street, and as he turned a corner, he saw Qin Yuwei and quickly caught up with her.

"Madam Qin, it's been a long time."

Shen Long greeted him.

Qin Yuwei smiled slightly and said, "Long time no see. Are you going to set up a stall to sell pills?"

"Yes, I ran into Fellow Daoist Liu on the road. Several of his clansmen have mysteriously disappeared. Have there been any Evil Cultivator appearing recently? I also heard that some Foundation Establishment Cultivator have gone missing."

Shen Long said that he was taking this opportunity to inquire about Li Jian and the other two.

"Fellow Daoist Liu also mentioned this matter to me. It is indeed strange. As for the disappearance of Foundation Establishment Cultivator, I don't know. Perhaps some Foundation Establishment Cultivator have simply left Mysterious Yin Marketplace."

Qin Yuwei said.

Shen Long nodded, chatted for a few more minutes, and then they parted ways.

Shen Long arrived at the square where the stall was set up, spread out a coarse cloth, took out the refined pills, and placed them on the stall.

He can now refine three types of Second-tier Medicinal Pill: He Yuan Pill, Yellow Apricot Pill, and Green Dew Pill. The first two are for enhancing Law Power, Green Dew Pill is for detoxification.

Shen Long's pills are a little cheaper than those on the market, but he never sells them in large quantities, lest he disrupt the market.

Several Foundation Establishment Cultivator came to buy pills from him, and they could also exchange them for spirit medicine, Demon Core, and refining materials. He set up a stall here every now and then, and he had many repeat customers.

In less than two hours, all twelve bottles of Second-tier Medicinal Pill that Shen Long had taken out were sold.

He took out a wooden sign with the words "Buying Second-Order Pill Formula" written on it.

He took out a thick Blue Book and started flipping through it.

"Do you accept all kinds of Pill Formula?"

A rough male voice rang out.

Shen Long looked up and saw a burly Red-Shirted Man standing in front of his stall.

"We accept everything, but it has to be genuine and reliable."

Shen Long said.

The Red-Shirted Man took out a Cyan Jade Slip and handed it to Shen Long.

Shen Long scanned the area with his divine sense, a look of surprise flashing in his eyes.

"Blood Rhino Pill! Body-Forging Pill."

Shen Long was somewhat tempted. He cultivated the Nine Transformations Dragon Transformation Technique, which made his physical body quite strong. He could now withstand low-grade magic Law Artifact. If he took Body-Forging Pill, his physical body would be further enhanced.

How much are you offering?

Shen Long asked.

"You must be Fellow Daoist Shen! Yu Susu mentioned you to me. I'll provide you with some materials. If you can refine it successfully, just give me a bottle of Yellow Apricot Pill Fellow Daoist Shen."

The Red-Shirted Man said, taking out a Red Storage Bag and handing it to Shen Long.

If there's a problem with the Pill Formula, Shen Long definitely won't be able to refine the Blood Rhino Pill.

Just as Shen Long was about to answer, Lin Guang's voice rang out. "Fellow Daoist Shen, you're here again to sell pills. Oh, it's Daoist Chen."

Lin Guang walked over with a smile on his face.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, does this Daoist Chen say he knows Fairy Yu?"

Shen Long asked.

"Yes, we all know each other. This is Daoist Chen Hao. He and Fairy Qin are in a Monster Hunting Team. He is a Body Cultivator with immense strength."

Lin Guang explained.

"Deal! The pills are ready. How should I deliver them to you, Daoist Chen?"

Shen Long agreed.

"When will Fellow Daoist Shen be able to finish refining it? I can come and pick it up anytime."

Chen Hao said.

"Come find me at Green Begonia Courtyard the day after tomorrow. Here's a bottle of Yellow Apricot Pill, how about it?"

Shen Long said, taking out a Cyan Porcelain Bottle and handing it to Chen Hao.

"No problem, it's a deal."

Chen Hao agreed, accepted the Cyan Porcelain Bottle, and left.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, are you here to buy pills?"

Shen Long asked.

"We recently returned from hunting Demon Beast and wiped out a batch of Golden Flame Ant. This is the Demon Core of a second-tier, early-stage Golden Flame Ant. I'd like to exchange it with you for some second-tier pills."

Lin Guang took out a Cyan Jade Box containing three golden Demon Core.

Shen Long carefully examined the contents and confirmed they were the Demon Core of the Golden Flame Ant. He then took out five porcelain bottles and handed them to Lin Guang.

Lin Guang's face lit up with joy, and he accepted it.

"By the way, there's a gathering tonight at 7 PM, with quite a few Foundation Establishment Realm Rogue Cultivator attending. Fellow Daoist Shen, you're welcome to come and join us if you have time. It's at Fellow Daoist Ye's residence."

Lin Guang said.

Shen Long nodded and said, "Okay, I'll definitely go if there's nothing else."

After chatting for a few minutes, Lin Guang left, and Shen Long also packed up his stall.

Back at Green Begonia Courtyard, Shen Long entered a secret room, released three First Rank Late Stage Gold-Eating Ant, and fed them three Demon Core cores of second-tier Golden Flame Ant.

After consuming the Demon Core, they became dazed and confused. The second-tier Demon Core was a great tonic for them, and they needed some time to digest it.

Shen Long placed them in a corner of the secret room and then went to another secret room.

He took out the Crimson Crow Cauldron and alchemy materials, and began refining the Blood Rhino Pill.

Time passed slowly, and darkness fell.

At the hour of Xu (7-9 PM), the Marketplace was brightly lit, and the streets were teeming with pedestrians.

Shen Long arrived at the gate of a small courtyard with red tiles, sent a Sound Transmission Talisman, and soon the gate opened. Ye Hong came out with a smile on his face and said, "Fellow Daoist Shen, you've finally arrived. Please come in."

Shen Long followed Ye Hong inside. The courtyard was small, with a three-story red pavilion and a Red Stone Pavilion. More than a dozen Foundation Establishment Cultivator were gathered in the stone pavilion, including Lin Guang, Su Nan, Yu Susu, Qin Yan, Chen Hao, and others.

They all greeted Shen Long; most of them recognized Shen Long.

"This must be Fellow Daoist Shen! I've long admired your name."

A voluptuous young woman in a white dress spoke, a smile on her face.

Who is this?

Shen Long was slightly taken aback; he didn't recognize the young woman in the white dress.

"This is my wife, Bai Bing!"

Chen Hao began to introduce himself.

"So you are Madam Chen. Madam Chen is too kind. I am not worthy of such a reputation."

Shen Long said modestly.

"Fellow Daoist Shen is too modest. We've all heard that you've cultivated 'Wind Sweeps Away Clouds Reaping' to the Great Perfection. That's truly impressive."

Chen Hao said.

"Yes! Putting aside how difficult it is to cultivate Second-Rank Spell to Great Perfection, just considering the time involved, not many Foundation Establishment Cultivator are willing to spend a lot of time cultivating a Second-Rank Spell. After all, the time cost is too high; you can do that by buying a Second-Rank Talisman."

Bai Bing said in an envious tone.

The Foundation Establishment Cultivator present strongly agreed, stating that the time cost of cultivating Second-Rank Spell was too high, deterring many Foundation Establishment Cultivator from even attempting it.

"Fellow Daoist Shen is skilled in alchemy and has also cultivated the Wind Sweeps Away Clouds Sweep' technique into a magical art. If I didn't know that Fellow Daoist Shen is Rogue Cultivator, I would have thought that Fellow Daoist Shen is an elite disciple of some powerful force!"

Chen Hao joked.

"If only I were an elite disciple of a major power, why would I have to suffer in Mysterious Yin Marketplace?"

Shen Long sighed.

The cultivators chatted idly, exchanging cultivation experiences and discussing some strange and interesting stories from the cultivation Immortal Realm of the Zhao Kingdom.

"I heard that the Liu Clan has gained another Core Formation Cultivator. No wonder they are the number one cultivation Lineage in the Zhao Kingdom."

Ye Hong looked on with envy.

"On another note, Yu Clan hadn't been wiped out, they would definitely be the number one cultivation Lineage in the Zhao Kingdom Yu Clan."

Bai Bing said.

"Blame the Yu Clan for offending the Master Mad Blade; otherwise, they wouldn't have been wiped out."

Chen Hao disagreed.

"Hmph, what do you mean by offending? It's possible that Master Mad Blade to steal his treasure!"

Shen Long snorted coldly and retorted.

"Who knows? There are so many members of the Yu Clan; it's not surprising that some foolish enough to provoke Core Formation Cultivator."

Chen Hao said.

"If you want to find fault, Yu Clan has been wiped out, so you can throw any kind of mud at the Yu Clan."

Shen Long said with a cold face.

He did it on purpose. As Chen Hao said, Shen Long was Alchemist and had cultivated the Wind Sweeps Away Clouds to the Great Perfection, which was indeed quite eye-catching. Shen Long naturally had a plan in mind, intending to slowly let people discover his identity Yu Clan.

"Fellow Daoist Shen seems to sympathize with the Yu Clan. I've heard that Yu Clan escaped this calamity. Could it be that Fellow Daoist Shen is a member of the Yu Clan?"

Chen Hao said with a half-smile.

"If I say I am, Daoist Chen believe me?"

Shen Long said with a smile.

"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore. The Yu Clan has long been wiped out, there's nothing to discuss. I suggest we exchange some items!"

Ye Hong quickly changed the subject.

None of the cultivators objected. Ye Hong took the lead in exchanging items, all of which were raw materials: Demon Core, Monster Beast Material, weapon-refining materials, and so on.

The cultivators took turns taking out items and stating what they wanted to exchange.

Shen Long took out several bottles of Second-tier Medicinal Pill, exchanging them for second-tier Pill Formula or second-tier Demon Core.

None of the Foundation Establishment Cultivator present had second-tier Pill Formula, Shen Long traded three types of Second-tier Medicinal Pill for some hundred-year-old spirit medicine and second-tier weapon-refining materials.

More than an hour later, the cultivators left one after another. Shen Long hadn't gone far when Chen Hao quickly walked over and said politely, "Fellow Daoist Shen, I didn't mean anything by it just now, we were just chatting. Please don't take it to heart."

"Daoist Chen, you're overthinking it. We were just having a normal chat. Remember to come and collect the Blood Rhino Pill."

Shen Long said.

Chen Hao nodded and agreed.

Back at Green Begonia Courtyard, Shen Long entered a secret room, took out a blue Communication Disk, cast a spell, and instructed, "Junior Nephew Chen, find a way to spread a message that Sun Tianfeng, lusting after a beautiful woman, murdered the Liu Clan's female cultivator."

"Yes, Uncle Yu."

Chen Li agreed.

Shen Long put away the Communication Disk and muttered to himself, "In this way, Sun Tianfeng won't bother Liu Yuruo for the time being."

If the Liu Clan receives this news, they will definitely talk to Sun Tianfeng. Even if Sun Tianfeng didn't do it, Sun Tianfeng won't have time to cause trouble for Liu Yuruo.

The news that Sun Tianfeng had murdered a member of the Liu Clan family after being overcome by lust spread quickly a day later.

In a quiet Blue-tiled Courtyard, a handsome young man in a white shirt and Sun Tianfeng sat in a Cyan Stone Pavilion, talking about something.

"Slander! This is slander!"

Sun Tianfeng cursed.

"Fellow Daoist Sun, I advise you to lay low for a while. Quite a few female Qi Refining cultivators have mysteriously disappeared after following you. You must have many enemies. The Liu Clan may not believe it, but if people keep bringing this up with the Liu Clan, you'll be in trouble even if you didn't do it. You're just Rogue Cultivator. If the Liu Clan destroys you, who will uphold justice for you?"

The young man in the white shirt offered his advice.

"Thank you for the reminder, Fellow Daoist Yang. I'd better leave the Marketplace and find another place to hide!"

Sun Tianfeng expressed his gratitude.

He practiced Yin-Yang cultivation and indeed killed many female cultivators. If the Liu Clan traced it back to him, even if he didn't kill any Liu Clan family members, it would still cause him a lot of trouble if they found out he had killed other female cultivators. Anyway, he was Rogue Cultivator who roamed the world, so leaving Mysterious Yin Marketplace wouldn't be a big deal for him.

"It's nothing. I, Yang Qingshu, can't stand seeing my friends in trouble. You should leave as soon as possible! Things might get complicated if you wait too long."

The young man in the white shirt offered his advice.

Sun Tianfeng nodded, got up, and left.

Yang Qingshu casually released a Soundproof Barrier, took out a white-glowing Formation Disk, cast a spell on it, and said, "Fellow Daoist Han, follow Sun Tianfeng, find a secluded place to deal with him, confirm the news that he killed the Liu Clan family members, and clear our names."

"Yes, Fellow Daoist Yang."

A somewhat hoarse male voice rang out.

"Make it cleaner. Last time, you were careless and the Liu Clan family saw us killing and robbing. Luckily, we wiped them out. This time, we can't let anyone else see us."

Yang Qingshu's voice was heavy.

"Fellow Daoist Yang, rest assured, things won't happen more than three times. I will deal with him. However, we should also try a different method to eliminate cultivators. Using the same method all the time will inevitably lead to trouble sooner or later."

The man suggested.

"I've already thought it through and made arrangements. You should kill him first, otherwise the Liu Clan will continue to send people to search for the Liu Clan members, which will hinder our actions."

Yang Qingshu said.

"Knew."

The man agreed.

Yang Qingshu put away the Communication Disk, removed the Soundproof Barrier, and muttered to himself, "Just when I'm feeling sleepy, someone brings me a pillow. Perfect timing."

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In Green Begonia Courtyard, Shen Long, Chen Hao, and Bai Bing sat in a Cyan Stone Pavilion, sipping tea and chatting.

Chen Hao held a Cyan Porcelain Bottle in his hand, a Blood-Colored Pill in his right palm, and his eyes burned with fervor.

"Not bad, Fellow Daoist Shen's alchemy skills are quite impressive! I'll ask you for help with alchemy from now on."

Chen Hao said with a smile.

"It's nothing, just a small favor. If you have any second-tier Pill Formula, please give me priority, Daoist Chen and Madam Chen."

Shen Long said.

"Must."

Chen Hao agreed.

After chatting for a few minutes, Chen Hao and Bai Bing said their goodbyes.

After leaving Green Begonia Courtyard, Shen Long visited several spirit medicine and purchased a batch of materials for refining Blood Rhino Pill.

Back at Green Begonia Courtyard, Shen Long went into the secret chamber to refine elixirs.

Half a month passed quickly, Shen Long walked out of the secret room with a happy expression.

He refined a batch of Blood Rhino Pill, but has not yet consumed them.

Shen Long took out a blue Communication Disk, cast a spell, and asked, "Junior Nephew Chen, is there any major event in the Marketplace?"

"Yes, Sun Tianfeng was lustful and killed a member of the Liu Clan. He is wanted by the Liu Clan cultivators, and they have not yet found Sun Tianfeng."

Chen Li reported.

"Did he really kill the Liu Clan members?"

Shen Long asked, puzzled.

"After investigation, the Liu Clan questioned Foundation Establishment Cultivator who had dealings with Sun Tianfeng. Some of them provided clues, and Sun Tianfeng is highly suspicious."

Chen Li said.

"Okay, you're busy!"

Shen Long cut off all contact and instead contacted Liu Shi.

"Senior Yu, what are your orders?"

Liu Shi's voice was filled with joy.

"I heard that Sun Tianfeng murdered a female cultivator from the Liu Clan and is wanted by the Liu Clan. Is that true?"

Shen Long asked.

"Marketplace! Haha, the wicked will get their just desserts."

Liu Shi said excitedly.

"That's good. Without him bothering you, you can focus on collecting the Second-Rank Flood Dragon Blood Essence. Let me know as soon as you have any news."

Shen Long gave the order.

"Yes, Senior Yu."

Liu Shi agreed.

Shen Long put away the Communication Disk and walked out.

He strolled around the streets, greeting acquaintances he encountered.

He went to the square where Rogue Cultivator stalls and took out his pills to sell.

How much does the Blood Rhino Pill cost?

A gentle male voice rang out.

Shen Long looked up and saw a handsome young man in a white shirt standing in front of him.

"Ninety Spirit Stone per piece, nine hundred Spirit Stone per bottle, you can exchange them for materials."

Shen Long said.

"Are refining materials acceptable?"

The young man in white asked, then took out a Cyan Storage Bag and handed it to Shen Long.

Shen Long scanned the area with his divine sense, nodded, picked up the two blue porcelain bottles, and handed them to the young man in white.

"My name is Yang Qingshu. May I ask how you should address me, fellow traveler?"

The young man in the white shirt asked politely.

"My name is Shen Zhu!"

Shen Long said.

"So you are Fellow Daoist Shen. I've heard Fellow Daoist Liu and the others mention you."

Yang Qingshu asked in surprise.

Shen Long nodded, and after a few more casual words, Yang Qingshu took his leave.

In less than half a day, Shen Long had sold out of the pills he had brought out. He then bought a batch of refining materials and returned to his residence.

Shen Long entered a secret room, sat down cross-legged, took out a Blood Rhino Pill, and put it in his mouth.

The pill melted instantly upon entering his mouth, Shen Long felt a warm current rising in his abdomen. Before long, his body became slightly hot, with a feeling of intense heat, as if he were falling into Volcano.

He quickly circulated his internal energy to refine the medicinal power and strengthen his Qi and Blood.

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In a secluded Blue-tiled Courtyard, Liu Yushan and a plump woman in a gold dress sat around Zhang Qing stone table, enjoying tea and chatting.

"We have already posted notices in several Marketplace, offering a large reward for Sun Tianfeng's capture; he definitely can't escape."

Liu Yushan said.

Sun Tianfeng, relying on his status as Foundation Establishment Cultivator, has bullied female cultivators in the Qi Refining stage many times. This time, he actually dared to make a move on a female cultivator from the Liu Clan. The Liu Clan must bring Sun Tianfeng to justice.

"I hope so! But something just doesn't feel right. Sun Tianfeng really killed Yuwei and the others, so why is he only leaving now? Logically, shouldn't he have left the Marketplace immediately after the incident? But according to our investigation, after Yuwei disappeared for a while, Sun Tianfeng stayed in the Marketplace, harassing Liu Yuruo of Liu Family Sundry Shop."

The woman in the gold dress asked in confusion.

"He's probably just bold! He thought he'd gotten away with it cleanly. According to Fellow Daoist Yang's confession, Sun Tianfeng is highly suspicious. Once we catch him, everything will be clear."

Liu Yushan said.

The woman in the gold dress nodded and said nothing more.