FVN Chapter 9 Using one tiger to devour another
Chapter 9 Using one tiger to devour another
Shen Li frowned: I am currently at the second level of Qi Refining, while Wei Dachuan is at the third level. I have no means of defending myself, so my chances of winning in a direct confrontation are slim.
We must temporarily avoid direct confrontation.
But if I hide today, what about tomorrow?
Even with constant vigilance against thieves, oversights are inevitable.
I must take the initiative, otherwise I will not have a moment's peace.
What should we do?
Shen Li lowered his head in deep thought.
After a long while, a thought flashed through his mind, and a cold smile gradually appeared on his face: Wei Dachuan, since you're courting death, then don't blame me.
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That night, the darkness was as black as ink.
Under the cover of shadows, Shen Li easily made his way to the living quarters of the servant disciples.
This courtyard is located not far from the servants' quarters. The courtyards are not far apart, and you can vaguely hear some ordinary noises.
Shen Li also lives here and is quite familiar with every plant and tree here.
He quickly found Wei Dachuan's courtyard.
At this moment, Wei Dachuan was feeling sullen; the frustration of the pills disappearing made it impossible for him to fall asleep.
Just then, a rhythmic knocking sound came from outside the window.
Then, a hoarse voice came: "If you want to know the whereabouts of the elixir, follow me."
Although the sound was soft, it was like a thunderclap in Wei Dachuan's ears!
"Who is it?!" A chill ran through him. "How did he know I lost the pills? Did he steal them?"
Or does he know I stole the pills and is preparing to report me, or is he trying to blackmail me with this?
Regardless of whether the other party's purpose was to report him or to blackmail him, Wei Dachuan felt as if he had become a fish on a chopping board.
His expression shifted repeatedly, but finally he gritted his teeth and stood up.
What's meant to be will be, and he'll see what this cowardly fellow is up to!
He pushed open the door and saw a blurry black shadow flash by in the shadows before speeding off towards the back mountain.
Wei Dachuan had no choice but to follow.
The two figures, one after the other, quickly disappeared into the dense forest behind the mountain.
Ahead, Shen Li, dressed in a black robe and with his face covered by a black cloth, was rapidly flying by, using the "Nine Revolutions Evergreen Technique".
In this lush land, he was like a fish in water. Not only did his aura harmonize with the vegetation, but his magical power also flowed smoothly. His speed was in no way inferior to Wei Dachuan, who was at the third level of Qi Refining behind him.
Wei Dachuan, who was close behind, became increasingly alarmed as he pursued.
The black-robed figure ahead was like a ghost, with a restrained aura and long-lasting magical power. He couldn't even sense the depth of the other party's cultivation level.
"Who exactly is this person? Could he be a senior disciple from the inner sect? But why would he target a mere handyman like me?" Various speculations and anxieties intertwined in his mind.
Before long, a unique bamboo forest appeared ahead.
Under the moonlight, the bamboo stalks gleamed with a faint purple sheen, and their spiritual energy was noticeably richer than that of the surrounding area.
This is the purple bamboo forest on the back mountain.
This bamboo is extremely resilient and contains spiritual energy, making it an excellent material for crafting low-level magical artifacts.
Upon entering the purple bamboo forest, Shen Li slowed down and spread his divine sense to search for the couple's whereabouts.
Soon, a faint, teasing sound came from deep within the bamboo forest.
"Senior Brother Liu, you're so naughty..." a woman's coquettish voice rang out.
A young man's voice said smugly, "Junior Sister Song, your Daoist partner Zhou Hanjiang won't have noticed anything, will he?"
"Him? Hmph, all he does is cultivate in seclusion all day, he's a blockhead. He knows nothing. What, Senior Brother Liu, are you afraid of him?"
Liu Mozhen scoffed dismissively, "Afraid of him? Ridiculous!"
Their supposedly private whispers were overheard by Shen Li, who was lurking in the shadows.
This was his plan: to use one tiger to devour another.
To ensure the plan went smoothly, he even took a bath using the Lesser Cloud Rain Technique, thus enhancing his luck.
The divination indicates that today is auspicious for bathing.
Shen Li sneered inwardly: Since you're all no better, then I'll arrange for Wei Dachuan to meet you. I believe the three of you will definitely become 'good friends'.
If Wei Dachuan makes "new friends," he will probably forget about me, his "old friend."
So he held his breath and waited quietly for the guests behind him.
At this moment, Wei Dachuan also chased into the Purple Bamboo Forest, but lost track of the man in black.
He was wondering to himself: Where is he? Did he deliberately lure me here, perhaps intending to ambush me?
Suddenly, he thought he heard voices ahead.
He subconsciously took a few steps forward, wanting to hear more clearly.
Suddenly, "Whoosh—"
A sharp gust of wind suddenly broke through the air without warning, heading straight for his face!
Wei Dachuan was terrified and hastily turned his head to dodge.
"Snapped!"
A blade of wind grazed past his ear and struck the bamboo behind him.
Immediately afterward, an angry shout came from ahead: "Who?! Who's eavesdropping?!"
Two figures moved with lightning speed, appearing instantly in front of the still-shaken Wei Dachuan.
A cold gaze was fixed on him.
Wei Dachuan was immediately terrified.
Although he didn't recognize the man and woman in front of him, he knew from their clothes and demeanor that they must be inner disciples.
To become an inner disciple, one must either have excellent aptitude or break through to the sixth level of Qi Refining before the age of thirty.
Each and every one of them is someone he needs to look up to.
Looking at the other person's slightly disheveled clothes and slightly out of breath, it was clear that they were having a secret rendezvous and did not want anyone to know about their actions.
Having stumbled upon such a secret, the other party might very well kill him to keep it confidential.
Thinking of this, Wei Dachuan hated the black-robed man who had led him there with a vengeance that ran deep in his bones.
The other party clearly knew that there was a secret meeting here and deliberately lured him here. Was this a ploy to kill him?
But upon further reflection, it seems unlikely.
If the other party really wants him dead, wouldn't it be simpler to just report him for stealing the elixir?
Why go to such lengths?
He felt as if he had fallen into an invisible net, with a pair of hands secretly controlling everything he did.
A chill from an unknown source shot straight up from the soles of my feet to the top of my head.
"Who are you? What are you doing here? What did you see?" Liu Mozhen's voice was icy, as if she would start a fight at the slightest provocation.
Wei Dachuan fell silent, knowing full well that his next answer would be a matter of life and death.
He desperately wanted to shout that he was innocent and had been framed.
But without any proof, how can the other party believe it?
Moreover, the mastermind's motives are unclear. If I rashly reveal their identity, who knows if it might lead to even more terrifying consequences?
In a split second, he could only bite the bullet and make up a reason, hoping to get away with it.
He wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, his voice trembling: "Two...two senior brothers and sisters, I...I am Wei Dachuan, a menial disciple."
Yes... it was Steward Liu who sent me here to wait for him, saying he had something to tell me.
"Don't worry, you two, I... I didn't see anything, I really didn't see anything!"
"Deacon Liu? Is that Liu Jincai?" Upon hearing this, Liu Mozhen looked around warily. "You mean he's coming too?"