A Deal with Jiang Yu

In the Central State, Southwestern Region, Heavenly Puppet Mountain Range.

The ordinary mountain range that Xiao Han and Jiang Yu first explored is now quite famous in Central Plains.

The reason is simple: this is the location of the Ten Thousand Puppets Sect, an ancient Super faction that has revived in Central Plains. The Ten Thousand Puppets Sect's former fame and power are now impossible to verify.

However, the terrifying cultivation level of the Ten Thousand Puppets Sect's Sect Master is quite vivid and direct. There is a testing ground within the Heavenly Puppet Mountain Range, which also serves as the outermost defensive line of the Ten Thousand Puppets Sect.

Among them were dozens of Dou Zun, a dozen or so Half-Saint, and one Dou Sheng- level puppet. It is said that all of these were methods devised by that mysterious Sect Master alone, which shows his immense power.

Therefore, although the Ten Thousand Puppets Sect usually keeps a low profile, no one dares to challenge their authority, let alone force their way into the Heavenly Puppet Mountain Range.

However, today a group of uninvited guests entered the Heavenly Puppet Mountain Range, and several figures appeared silently in the sky above the mountain range.

"Hey, this sect is quite interesting!" One of the burly men in red robes looked at the puppet he controlled with great interest.

Its metallic body gives the illusion of being made of flesh and blood; when pressed slightly, it even shows a slight dent and elasticity.

What sets it apart from other puppets is its unique spirit, as if it possesses a life of its own.

"Ancestor Wu Rui, please restrain yourself a little," Xiao Han said helplessly from the side.

The instant they appeared, a black figure suddenly rushed out of the mountains. Everyone instinctively stopped it, only to find that it was a black puppet.

Even the well-informed Xiao Family Ancestor couldn't help but develop a strong interest in these things.

Just as the Xiao Family Ancestor was studying this unusual puppet, a soft laugh suddenly came from not far away.

"If any of you seniors are interested in these little trinkets, I can offer some as a small gift."

"But let's leave Little Six alone. It's broken, and it'll be hard to fix..."

Following the sound, they saw a pale-faced man in a black robe, a faint smile playing on his lips as he watched them.

Upon seeing this, Xiao Han's ancestors tensed up in unison, as they could sense the terrifying power hidden within the young man's body.

Xiao Han stepped forward with a faint smile, took the black puppet known as "Little Six" from Xiao Wu Rui's hand, and gently pushed it back to its rightful owner.

"It was just out of curiosity, I hope the Sect Master leader will forgive me."

After carefully examining Little Six and finding that he was unharmed, Jiang Yu said with a sigh of relief, "I understand why you have come. Please follow me."

As soon as he finished speaking, his figure transformed into a phantom and sped away into the distance.

Xiao Han turned around and gestured to the Xiao Family Ancestor who was still standing there awkwardly, then followed.

Finally, the group arrived at a flat, unremarkable mountain wall. Xiao Han was slightly taken aback. Wasn't this the entrance to the Assessment Space from back then?

Immediately, Jiang Yu skillfully opened the passage leading inside, and a line of people entered one after another.

Upon re-entering, the stagnation that had hindered his soul was gone. The unfamiliarity of the space surprised Xiao Han, who exclaimed, "You must have put in a lot of effort!"

Compared to its previous emptiness, the space is now filled with various puppet parts, resembling a rural workshop in a remote empire.

Jiang Yu did not turn around and replied, "This was left by our ancestors. The price was negligible."

"Although I don't know what you're planning to do, since you can afford the price, I'll make sure you're satisfied."

As he spoke, Jiang Yu bent his finger and flicked out a streak of Dou Qi Stream, which shot into the space in front of him.

Then, the previously empty space suddenly rippled, and a vortex slowly appeared.

Upon entering the vortex, one's eyes are immediately drawn to several suits of armor displayed on a stone platform.

"These are all the things you need," Jiang Yu explained.

As he spoke, he casually walked towards a suit of armor, and his palm burst forth with Dou Qi. The originally ordinary armor instantly came to life and, to everyone's astonishment, automatically donned onto Jiang Yu's body.

Whether it's the eerie blue glow emanating from the blades on the forearms of the Battle Armor, the countless menacing spikes on the shoulders, or the different aura of power before and after wearing it, all these features demonstrate the strength of this Battle Armor.

"Each suit of Battle Armor can increase a person's combat power by about 0.5%."

The group took a deep breath. A half-percent increase might seem insignificant, but they were all Dou Sheng Expert. Often, a half-percent difference in combat strength was enough to determine the life or death of a battle.

To everyone's surprise, Jiang Yu said with slight dissatisfaction, "These are all my failed attempts from back then, just temporary replacements."

"Your real request should be here." As soon as he finished speaking, the armor covering Jiang Yu's body suddenly disappeared, revealing an extremely unfamiliar figure.

"This..." The Xiao Family Ancestor was extremely surprised upon seeing this.

Even Xiao Han stared at the scene before him in disbelief. If he hadn't been keeping a close eye on Jiang Yu's movements, he would have suspected that someone else had taken his place.

Both his aura and appearance were completely different. Even with his Soul Strength approaching the Emperor Realm, he would have difficulty detecting the slightest clue if he were unaware of the difference.

"As you can see, once you put on the Battle Armor and conceal it, your aura and appearance will change."

Jiang Yu turned his gaze to Xiao Han, "How about it? An armor that can amplify combat power and alter one's own characteristics should meet your needs, right?"

"Could we let them try it?" Xiao Han asked.

"That's natural."

Several tens of minutes later, Xiao Han looked at the several almost unfamiliar figures, nodded slightly, and said to Jiang Yu:

"The deal is done."

As soon as he finished speaking, he tossed out a Storage Ring. "These are the things you need. Take a look."

Jiang Yu paused, his tone slightly surprised, "So decisive?!"

He thought Xiao Han was going to nitpick or try to bargain.

Xiao Han remained calm and composed, saying, "We have a long road ahead of us, and cheating and shirking my duties is not my style."

Jiang Yu couldn't help but smile and accepted the Storage Ring. "Now I understand why the Ice Saint is so renowned for his integrity."

"Aren't you going to get it checked?" Xiao Han asked.

"There's no need for that," Jiang Yu shook his head. This was the trust he placed in Xiao Han; someone as decisive and efficient as him wouldn't skimp on something like this.

"It's a pleasure to work with you!" Jiang Yu said to Xiao Han as he saw the group off.

"Farewell." Xiao Han and his group gradually disappeared into the distance.

On the way, Xiao Wu Rui, whose strength was at the Six-Star Dou Sheng and who was the temporary leader of the Xiao Family Ancestor, asked curiously:

"Xiao Han, how exactly did you acquire these Battle Armor in the trade?"

Although Jiang Yu described these Battle Armor as nothing more than his failed attempts, they were true treasures and divine weapons to Xiao Wu Rui and the others.

Therefore, Xiao Han's traded goods were certainly not cheap items.

Xiao Han casually replied, "They're just some pills."

As a newly emerging force, the Ten Thousand Puppets Sect has a great need for elixirs. Many precious elixirs are difficult to obtain from the Pill Tower, so Jiang Yu turned to Xiao Han for help.

This is why the former was willing to trade those incredibly valuable Battle Armor. This was a mutually beneficial transaction for both parties.

"What rank?" Xiao Wu Rui asked subconsciously.

"Eighth Rank and Ninth Rank are both available." Xiao Han's words seemed to linger in everyone's ears, leaving them stunned on the spot.

"This kid..." Xiao Wu Rui and the others said with a wry smile, "His pills are almost as good as the Pill Tower's."

He produced Eighth Rank- or Ninth Rank pills without batting an eye, something even they would find difficult to withstand.

He then said no more and silently followed.