Immortal Reincarnation Tribulation

Chapter 341 Spirit Binding Rope

"Protector Liu, should this junior depart immediately?" After a short while, Du Fan withdrew his divine sense, a hint of surprise on his face.

"Yes, it is indeed a bit urgent. In a week, almost everyone here will be heading to Blazing Flame Island, so you won't have much time to meditate in the Falling Sand Illusion. Let's go now." Liu Zhongtian's expression turned serious as he nodded.

"Blazing Island?" Du Fan was taken aback.

"We'll discuss the specifics on the way. Let's go to the outer plaza first and activate the Ink Spirit Flying Boat." After saying this, Liu Zhongtian immediately turned around and led the group of cultivators from Crescent Island straight to the outer plaza.

Not only Crescent Island, but all the cultivators in the inner field, including those from the three main islands on that special platform, also got up at this moment and walked to the outer field. In less than the time it takes to eat a meal, the vast inner field, covering tens of thousands of acres, was completely empty.

Half an hour later, flying magical artifacts took off from the outer plaza surrounding this place, transforming into hundreds of streaks of light that instantly pierced the sky and roared towards the horizon, disappearing without a trace in no time.

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Half a day later, in a cabin of the Mo Ling Flying Boat, four Golden Core Protectors from Crescent Island, led by Liu Zhongtian, sat on a row of wooden chairs. Du Fan stood in front of them, respectfully bowing.

"Alright, you don't need to be so reserved. Sit down and let's talk." Liu Zhongtian waved his hand and spoke calmly, his expression relatively gentle.

"Yes." Du Fan bowed and then sat down on the wooden chair at the bottom of the table.

"I presume you already know about the matters concerning the Falling Sand Illusion, so I won't say anything more."

"We called you here today mainly to ask you a few questions. Of course, we mean no harm, so you don't need to overthink it. Just answer truthfully." Liu Zhongtian glanced at Du Fan and said slowly.

"Protector Liu, please ask away. As long as I know the answer, I will certainly not dare to hide anything!" Du Fan's heart tightened, but his expression did not change much, and he readily agreed.

"I heard from Fairy Ziyan that when you were in the Nine Provinces Continent, you were in charge of a branch of the Seven Star Merchant Alliance in the eastern region of Ji Province. Is that true?" Liu Zhongtian picked up his teacup, took a sip, and asked casually.

"That is indeed the case. I wonder what Protector Liu means by this..." Upon hearing this, Du Fan became even more nervous.

"You don't need to be nervous, I was just asking casually."

"Since you are in charge of the Seven Stars Branch Alliance, you must have had a lot of dealings with the nearby cultivation sects. Is there a sect called Hanshan Sect within the sphere of influence of your branch alliance?" Liu Zhongtian continued to ask.

"Yes, there is. Hanshan Sect is a medium-sized sect with considerable overall strength. It is a major client of our branch alliance."

However, the junior is not the only one in charge of the branch alliance. Business dealings with Hanshan Sect are usually handled by two other leaders.

"Although I am the one in charge, my cultivation level is what it is, and I usually just handle some business for independent cultivators." Du Fan was a little confused by Liu Zhongtian's words, and after a quick thought, he could only say this with some reservation.

Liu Zhongtian's eyes flashed almost imperceptibly. He was no ordinary person; he could instantly detect the insincerity in Du Fan's words.

However, he didn't pursue the matter further. After a slight smile, he said, "The Cold Mountain Sect is a Buddhist and Taoist sect that excels in physical techniques. Since you have some connection with this sect, have you perhaps practiced some kind of physical technique from them?"

Hearing this, Du Fan finally understood. It turned out that these Golden Core experts had already seen through his various Buddhist and Taoist body techniques. He wondered what their purpose was in summoning him here. Could it be that they had their eyes on him…?

"Protector Liu, your insight is truly remarkable. This junior has indeed cultivated several Buddhist and Taoist physical techniques of the Cold Mountain Sect." Du Fan's mind raced, but he ultimately decided to tell the truth.

"Several kinds? Oh, I see. Besides the Vajra Indestructible Body, the golden fist cloud you frequently used on the stage is also a Buddhist and Taoist technique of the Cold Mountain Sect. For a Qi Refining stage cultivator, this technique is indeed amazing." Liu Zhongtian's expression changed, and he quickly understood.

"So they... only guessed that I cultivated the Vajra Indestructible Body. That's fine then." Du Fan thought to himself, then clasped his hands in a fist salute to Liu Zhongtian and said:

"Senior Liu, the technique that uses only physical strength to unleash the golden fist cloud is indeed a Buddhist and Taoist physical technique of the Cold Mountain Sect, called the Copper Iron Forging Arm Technique."

In addition, I also possess the Vajra Indestructible Body. If any of you seniors are interested, I can imprint a copy of both of these techniques onto you.

Liu Zhongtian shook his head and said, "You misunderstand. None of us have any intention of coveting your cultivation technique. Since you are quite familiar with the Cold Mountain Sect and have cultivated the Vajra Indestructible Body, have you ever heard of the Muscle Cleansing Pill and the Bone Strengthening Pill?"

"This junior has naturally heard of these two body-tempering pills. They are secret pills of the Cold Mountain Sect, and they are also extremely rare combination pills. With the two complementing each other, the transformation of one's own muscles and bones can be described as heaven-defying."

However, this set of pills is rarely circulated outside, making it extremely rare and valuable, especially for a body cultivator, these two items are practically priceless. "Du Fan said without hesitation.

"In that case, I will bestow these two bottles of pills upon you as a reward from me on behalf of Crescent Island for the competition." After Liu Zhongtian finished speaking, he flicked his sleeve, and two small bottles flew out, heading straight for Du Fan.

Du Fan subconsciously took the two small bottles, looked at Liu Zhongtian, and a look of doubt appeared on his face.

"Open it and take a look." Liu Zhongtian smiled slightly.

Du Fan nodded, a hint of doubt and anticipation in his eyes, and opened the caps of the two small bottles.

When his divine sense penetrated into it, a look of great joy immediately appeared on his face.

He quickly stood up, bowed deeply to Liu Zhongtian, and said, "Protector Liu, these two small bottles contain as many as twenty Cleansing Pills and Bone-Strengthening Pills. Did you really bestow all these pills upon this junior?"

"You have made significant contributions to the island in this year's Sea and Sky Competition. Although these two bottles of pills are extremely rare, you are worthy of being rewarded with them."

"Besides this, you can make one more request, and I will try my best to fulfill it." Zi Yan's eyes flickered for a moment before she spoke first to Liu Zhongtian.

Upon hearing this, the other three Jin Da Protectors were slightly taken aback. They had originally agreed to give the boy two bottles of pills as a way to get rid of him, but Zi Yan's sudden remark clearly indicated that she wanted to give him some more benefits.

Although the other three guardians were quite dissatisfied, Zi Yan was, after all, a Golden Core guardian. Now that she had spoken, they couldn't refuse her. The three looked at each other and did not try to stop her.

"I do have something to say," Du Fan said after a moment's thought.

"Speak," Zi Yan nodded.

"I wonder if any of you seniors have heard of... the Soul-Capturing Bell and the Spirit-Binding Rope?" Du Fan steeled his heart and mentioned the two missing array tools for his Small Five Elements Demon-Slaying Array.

"The Soul-Capturing Bell and the Spirit-Binding Rope? How do you know about things of this level?" The white-haired old woman's eyes flashed with a sharp light as she spoke in a deep voice. The other three were also somewhat surprised and all turned their gazes to Du Fan.

Seeing this, Du Fan suddenly felt a little guilty.

Could these two array-setting tools be objects of great origin, with a value far exceeding his imagination?

"I've heard of these two magical artifacts since my time on the Nine Provinces Continent. Are they very precious? If so, then let's forget about them." Du Fan hesitated for a moment before clasping his hands in a fist and saying this.

"Fellow Daoists, it's not surprising that Du Fan, a dignified leader of the Seven Star Merchant Alliance, knows about these two items. However, Du Fan, don't even think about the Soul-Capturing Bell; it's definitely not something you can possess."

"As for the Spirit Binding Rope... Protector Chen, I remember you should have one on you." Zi Yan casually helped Du Fan out of the predicament, and finally looked at Chen Da with a half-smile.

"Fairy Ziyan, what do you mean by this? What does this junior want this item for? You didn't even ask him a question before agreeing on my behalf?" Chen Da's face darkened, and his lips moved slightly as he transmitted his voice to Ziyan.

"Protector Chen, that Spirit Binding Rope isn't worth many spirit stones, and it's not of any use to you."

"Besides, Du Fan has made significant contributions to this island. Aren't you old folks ashamed to scheme against a junior like this?" Zi Yan retorted without any politeness.

"Fairy Ziyan, you..." Chen Da was speechless for a long time after hearing this.

"Alright, Brother Chen, Du Fan's request isn't unreasonable. You should part with that Spirit Binding Rope." Liu Zhongtian glanced at Zi Yan, frowned slightly, but after a moment, his brows relaxed, and he smiled at Chen Da.

"Since Brother Liu has put it that way, it would be rather unreasonable of me not to take the item out."

"Du Fan, is this what you're talking about?" Chen Da's eyes flashed, then a smile appeared on his face. With a sudden flick of his wrist, a brown rope about ten feet long appeared out of thin air in his hand. Runes were faintly visible on its surface, clearly indicating that it was extraordinary.

"This is it!" Du Fan glanced at the brown rope a few times and immediately confirmed it.

"Take it." Chen Da didn't waste any more words. With a flick of his wrist, the Binding Spirit Rope flew out and headed straight for Du Fan.

"Thank you for your generous gift, Protector Chen!" Du Fan put away the Spirit Binding Rope.

"Du Fan, I have another question. What was that magic array you used when you fought against Shang Yatou from Fallen Leaf Island?" After Du Fan put his things away, Liu Zhongtian suddenly spoke up and asked again.