ér nà qiú xū dà hàn jiàn jiè zhù chuán sòng zhèn táo pǎo ， jū rán shì zhè ge jié guǒ ， yǔ tóng bàn miàn miàn xiāng qù xià ， liǎn shàng jiē lù chū qìng xìng zhī sè。
而那虬须大汉见借助传送阵逃跑，居然是这个结果，与同伴面面相觑下，脸上皆露出庆幸之sè。
And the muscular man, after realizing that using the teleportation array to escape had resulted in this outcome, exchanged glances with his companions. Their faces all showed a sense of relief.
hái hǎo ， shì wǎn le yī bù ， gāng gāng duō zuǐ zhēn shì yīn huò dé fú 。
还好，是晚了一步，刚刚多嘴真是因祸得福。
Fortunately, they were just one step too late; speaking out at the wrong time turned out to be a stroke of luck.
tā men xīn jīng zhī yú ， yī shí piàn kè ， zì rán yě bù gǎn luàn dòng le 。
他们心惊之余，一时片刻，自然也不敢乱动了。
In their shock, they naturally didn't dare move any further for the moment.
suī rán zuò yǐ dài bì bú shì hǎo zhǔ yì ， dàn miàn duì zhè me qiáng shì de dù jié qī xiū xiān zhě ， mào rán xíng dòng zhǐ néng bái bái jiāng xiǎo mìng sòng diào de 。
虽然坐以待毙不是好主意，但面对这么强势的渡劫期修仙者，冒然行动只能白白将小命送掉的。
Although sitting and waiting wasn't a good idea, facing such a powerful cultivator in the Tribulation Period, rash actions could only result in losing their lives.
jì rán wú kě xuǎn zé ， nà yě jiù zhǐ néng zàn qiě jìng guān qí biàn le 。
既然无可选择，那也就只能暂且静观其变了。
Since there was no other choice, they could only temporarily observe the situation.
jiàn dǐ xià zhòng xiū shì guǒ rán bèi zì jǐ de pī lì shǒu duàn zhèn shè zhù ， tiān yuán hóu liǎn shàng lù chū mǎn yì zhī sè， yí gè rén de líng bō yìn jì shì méi yǒu bàn fǎ gǎi biàn de ， nǎ pà tā yǐn cáng qì xī yě méi yǒu yòng ， zhè me jìn de jù lí ， bù kě néng jiāng zì jǐ de shén shí mán guò ， yī yī sōu suǒ ， zuì hòu zǒng guī shì néng zhǎo dào de 。
见底下众修士果然被自己的霹雳手段震慑住，天元侯脸上露出满意之sè，一个人的灵波印记是没有办法改变的，哪怕他隐藏气息也没有用，这么近的距离，不可能将自己的神识瞒过，一一搜索，最后总归是能找到的。
Seeing that the crowd of cultivators indeed trembled under his thunderous tactics, Heavenly Essence Marquis' face showed satisfaction. A single spiritual wave mark couldn't be changed; even if he concealed his aura, it wouldn't work at such close range. His divine sense would inevitably detect him eventually after a thorough search.
rú jīn wéi yī kě lǜ de jiù shì ， wén tiān chéng fán rén yǔ xiū shì de shù liàng tài guò páng bó ， yī yī sōu suǒ ， huā fèi de shí jiān kǒng pà tài duō 。
如今唯一可虑的就是，闻天城凡人与修士的数量太过磅礴，一一搜索，花费的时间恐怕太多。
The only thing to worry about now was the sheer number of commoners and cultivators in Wending City. Conducting a full search might take too much time.
ruò shì zài zhè lǐ dān gē jiǔ le ， nòng bù hǎo huì yǒu shén me biàn gù 。
若是在这里耽搁久了，弄不好会有什么变故。
If they lingered here for long, something unexpected could happen.
bì jìng zhēn jí mén de shí lì bù kě qīng rǔ ， zì jǐ zài tā men de shì lì fàn wéi nèi zhè me zuò ， shuō chéng shì luō hǔ xū yě bù wèi guò ， gāi pài xiū shì zhǐ yào dé dào xiāo xī ， bù kě néng fàng rèn bù guǎn de 。
毕竟真极门的实力不可轻辱，自己在他们的势力范围内这么做，说成是捋虎须也不为过，该派修士只要得到消息，不可能放任不管的。
After all, True Apex Sect's strength couldn't be underestimated. Doing this within their territory would be akin to provoking an old monster. Once the sect learned of it, they wouldn't just let it go.
bú dào wàn bù dé yǐ ， tā yě bù xiǎng kāi zuì tiān jí nà lǎo guài wù 。
不到万不得已，他也不想开罪天极那老怪物。
Unless absolutely necessary, he didn't want to offend that old monster from Heavenly Apex.
xīn zhōng niàn tou zhuǎn guò ， tiān yuán hóu de shén sèyīn qíng bù dìng de biàn huà zhe 。
心中念头转过，天元侯的神sèyīn晴不定的变化着。
As his thoughts shifted, Heavenly Essence Marquis' expression fluctuated.
dàn jiǎ rú duì fāng kěn zhǔ dòng jiāo chū lái jiù bù tóng ， nà yàng xiāo hào de shí jiān jiāng jié shěng xǔ duō ， zì jǐ dé dào zhēn líng zhī xuè hòu pāi pāi pì gǔ zǒu le ， tiān jí nà lǎo guài wù ， zài bù zhī jiù lǐ de qíng kuàng xià ， wèi zhè diǎn xiǎo jiū gé ， yě bù kě néng zhēn chū guān lái zhuī shā zì jǐ de 。
但假如对方肯主动交出来就不同，那样消耗的时间将节省许多，自己得到真灵之血后拍拍屁股走了，天极那老怪物，在不知就里的情况下，为这点小纠葛，也不可能真出关来追杀自己的。
However, if the other party was willing to hand over voluntarily, things would be different. The time consumed could be significantly reduced. After obtaining true spirit blood, he could leave with a clear conscience. In an unknown situation, that old monster from Heavenly Apex wouldn't likely come out to hunt him down for such a minor dispute.
huàn jù huà shuō ， yè cháng mèng duō 。
换句话说，夜长梦多。
In short, better safe than sorry.
miàn duì zhēn jí mén zhè páng rán dà wù ， qiáng shì rú tiān yuán hóu ， qí shí yě gù jì pǒ duō ， xī wàng néng jǐn zǎo jiāng zhè má fán jiě jué le 。
面对真极门这庞然大物，强势如天元侯，其实也顾忌颇多，希望能尽早将这麻烦解决了。
Facing the formidable True Apex Sect, even the powerful Heavenly Essence Marquis had many concerns and hoped to resolve this trouble as soon as possible.
rán ér cǐ shì ， bú shì tā shuō le jiù néng suàn de ， xū yào duì fāng pèi hé 。
然而此事，不是他说了就能算的，需要对方配合。
However, he couldn't force it. He needed the other party's cooperation.
kàn lái ， miǎn bù liǎo wēi bī lì yòu yī fān 。 fǒu zé xiǎng ràng duì fāng guāi guāi jiāo chū lái hái zhēn yǒu diǎn má fán 。
看来，免不了威逼利诱一番。否则想让对方乖乖交出来还真有点麻烦。
It seemed they would have to resort to threats and inducements. Otherwise, getting them to hand over willingly might be a challenge.
bù guò jí biàn nà me zuò ， duì fāng huì bú huì jiāng zhēn líng zhī xuè ná chū ， yě yī jiù nán shuō ， dàn shì yī shì ， zǒng guī shì yǒu xī wàng ， zhè yì diǎn ， bú duì me ？
不过即便那么做，对方会不会将真灵之血拿出，也依旧难说，但试一试，总归是有希望，这一点，不对么？
Even if he did that, whether or not the true spirit blood would be given was uncertain. But trying always had some hope, didn't it?
xiǎng dào zhè lǐ ， tiān yuán hóu bù zài yóu yí 。 fǎn zhèng cǐ shì ， yòu huā bù liǎo tā duō shǎo běn qián dì 。
想到这里，天元侯不再犹疑。反正此事，又花不了他多少本钱地。
With this thought, Heavenly Essence Marquis no longer hesitated. After all, this wouldn't cost him much.
zuǐ chún wēi qǐ ， shēng yīn bù dà ， dàn què qīng xī de chuán rù le wén tiān chéng měi yí gè rén de ěr duǒ lǐ ， bù lùn fán rén hái shì xiū xiān zhě ， dōu tīng dé zhēn qiè yǐ jí ， nà shēng yīn bǎo hán wēi yā ， fǎng fú běn shēn jiù yùn hán yǒu wú shàng fǎ lì 。
嘴唇微启，声音不大，但却清晰的传入了闻天城每一个人的耳朵里，不论凡人还是修仙者，都听得真切以极，那声音饱含威压，仿佛本身就蕴含有无上法力。
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“ xiǎo jiā huo ， nǐ zhī dào běn hóu zài zhǎo shén me 。 cóng hùn dùn kōng jiān zhōng suǒ de de shì wù ， nà xiē ní tǔ ， nǐ kě yǐ guāi guāi de jiāo chū lái le 。 běn hóu jì wǎng bù jiù ， hái kě yǐ gěi nǐ mò dà de hǎo chù ， shèn zhì ， shōu nǐ wèi tú ……”
“小家伙，你知道本侯在找什么。从混沌空间中所得的事物，那些泥土，你可以乖乖的交出来了。本侯既往不咎，还可以给你莫大的好处，甚至，收你为徒……”
His lips barely moved, his voice soft but clear enough to reach every ear in Wending City—whether commoners or cultivators alike heard it clearly. The tone carried an imposing aura as if it contained supreme magical power.
tā de shēng yīn wēi yán ， dàn tīng shàng qù què jí shì shū fú ， ràng rén bù yóu zì zhǔ de xiǎng yào zhào zhe qù zuò ， zhè yǔ mèi huò zhī shù ， yǒu zhe yì qǔ tóng gōng de xiào guǒ ， bù guò 。 céng cì yào gāo dé duō 。
他的声音威严，但听上去却极是舒服，让人不由自主的想要照着去做，这与魅惑之术，有着异曲同工的效果，不过。层次要高得多。
"Little fellow, you know what I'm looking for. From the chaotic space, those pieces of earth; hand them over willingly. I'll overlook past grievances and give you great benefits, even consider taking you in as a disciple..."
kě xī ， méi yǒu yòng chǔ ， lín xuān suī rán shǐ yòng le tiān mó huà yīng **， ràng hún shēn de fǎ lì guī yú le xū wú ， dàn zhèng yīn wèi méi yǒu le fǎ lì 。 shén shí yě wú fǎ fàng chū ， gù ér tā shēng yīn zhōng de yòu huò wán quán shì duì niú tán qín le ， zhì yú duì fāng shuō de hǎo chù ， shèn zhì shōu qí wèi tú ， lín xuān gèng shì chī zhī yǐ bí de 。
可惜，没有用处，林轩虽然使用了天魔化婴**，让浑身的法力归于了虚无，但正因为没有了法力。神识也无法放出，故而他声音中的诱惑完全是对牛弹琴了，至于对方说的好处，甚至收其为徒，林轩更是嗤之以鼻的。
His voice was authoritative but sounded pleasant, making one feel compelled to comply. It had an effect similar to charm magic, though at a much higher level.
qiě bù shuō 。 duì fāng shí yǒu ** zhǐ shì shùn kǒu shuō shuō ， zì jǐ rú guǒ zhēn de zhào zuò ， xià chǎng kěn dìng shì bèi miè kǒu le 。
且不说。对方十有**只是顺口说说，自己如果真的照做，下场肯定是被灭口了。
Unfortunately, it was useless. Lin Xuan, despite using Heavenly Demon Transformation Incarnation, had all his magical power nullified. Without any magical energy, he couldn't release his divine sense, rendering the other party's enticements meaningless. As for the benefits or taking him in as a disciple, Lin Xuan scoffed at it.
jiù suàn tuì yī wàn bù ， tā zhēn bù shí yán ， shén me hǎo chù ， yòu néng yǔ zhēn líng zhī xuè xiāng pì měi de 。
就算退一万步，他真不食言，什么好处，又能与真灵之血相媲美的。
Not only was it likely just idle talk, but if he followed through, his fate would be sealed.
zhì yú shōu tú ？
至于收徒？
Even if the other party kept their word, what benefits could match true spirit blood?
fàng zài bié de xiū shì yǎn lǐ ， gù rán shì xīn xiàng wǎng zhī ， dàn yǐ lín xuān de shēn jiā shí lì ， yǐ jí zhū duō mì mì ， dù jié qī ， wèi bì shì kě wàng ér bù kě jí ， zì rán bú huì yǒu fēn háo kǎo lǜ 。
放在别的修士眼里，固然是心向往之，但以林轩的身家实力，以及诸多秘密，渡劫期，未必是可望而不可及，自然不会有分毫考虑。
As for taking him in as a disciple?
lín xuān shì bù wèi suǒ dòng ， xià miàn qí tā de xiū xiān zhě ， zé tīng dé yī zhèn mí hū ， shén me hùn dùn kōng jiān ， yòu shén me ní tǔ ， zěn me tīng ， dōu jué de shì luàn qī bā zāo de 。
林轩是不为所动，下面其他的修仙者，则听得一阵迷糊，什么混沌空间，又什么泥土，怎么听，都觉得是乱七八糟的。
To other cultivators, that might seem desirable. But with Lin Xuan's status and secrets, reaching the Tribulation Period wasn't out of reach; he had no intention of considering it.
duì fāng zhè shì gàn má ， dǎ yǎ mí ma ？
对方这是干嘛，打哑谜吗？
Lin Xuan remained unmoved, but the other cultivators below were confused by his words about chaotic space and earth pieces. What was this all about?
bù guò yě bù xī qí ， duì fāng rú cǐ zuò kěn dìng shì xiǎng yào bǎo mì ， ér rén dōu shì yǒu hào qí xīn dì ， jiū jìng shén me bǎo wù ， néng ràng táng táng dù jié qī xiū xiān zhě ， yě fèi rú cǐ duō bō zhé ， zhì zài bì děi ？
不过也不稀奇，对方如此做肯定是想要保密，而人都是有好奇心地，究竟什么宝物，能让堂堂渡劫期修仙者，也费如此多波折，志在必得？
Was the other party playing a guessing game?
tā men yě hěn xiǎng jiàn shí yī fān 。
他们也很想见识一番。
It wasn't surprising; they wanted to keep things secret. People have curiosity. What treasure could make such a powerful Tribulation Period cultivator go through so much trouble, determined to get it at any cost?
bù guò zhè niàn tou ， yě jǐn jǐn shì zài xīn zhōng xiǎng xiǎng bà le ， bú shì měi gè rén ， dōu yǒu lín xuān nà me dà dǎn zi ， lián dù jié qī lǎo guài kàn zhòng de bǎo bèi ， yě gǎn héng dāo duó ài dì 。
不过这念头，也仅仅是在心中想想罢了，不是每个人，都有林轩那么大胆子，连渡劫期老怪看中的宝贝，也敢横刀夺爱地。
They too were eager to see for themselves.
dāng rán ， lín xuān bìng bù jué dé zì jǐ shì dǎn qì zú ， guān jiàn zài yú ， yǎn qián zhè wèi tiān yuán hóu ， lín xuān bìng bù jué dé ， tā shì zì jǐ bù gǎn dé zuì de rén wù 。
当然，林轩并不觉得自己是胆气足，关键在于，眼前这位天元侯，林轩并不觉得，他是自己不敢得罪的人物。
But these thoughts remained only in their minds; not everyone was as bold as Lin Xuan, daring to snatch something precious from an old monster like this.
jiǎ rú běn tǐ yě zài cǐ chù ， jiā shàng zhēn líng kuǐ lěi xiāng zhù ， shuí shèng shuí fù ， hēi hēi ， hái shì liǎng shuō ……
假如本体也在此处，加上真灵傀儡相助，谁胜谁负，嘿嘿，还是两说……
Of course, Lin Xuan didn't think he was brave. The key was that he didn't consider Heavenly Essence Marquis a person he couldn't offend.
dāng rán ， zhè yě jǐn jǐn shì shuō shuō ér yǐ ， bú dào wàn bù dé yǐ ， lín xuān yě bù xiǎng zhēn yǔ zhè zhǒng děng jiē de cún zài ， sī pò liǎn pí 。
当然，这也仅仅是说说而已，不到万不得已，林轩也不想真与这种等阶的存在，撕破脸皮。
If his true form were here and the True Spirit Puppet assisted him, who would win, hmm? Still uncertain...
xiū xiān jiè suī duō xīng fēng xuè yǔ ， dàn nà yě shì wèi le zhēng duó tiān cái dì bǎo huò zhě páng de lì yì ， ér jiǎ rú méi yǒu hǎo chù ， wú wèi de zhēng dòu ， nà bù lùn huàn zuò shì shuí ， dōu shì néng miǎn zé miǎn dì 。
修仙界虽多腥风血雨，但那也是为了争夺天材地宝或者旁的利益，而假如没有好处，无谓的争斗，那不论换做是谁，都是能免则免地。
But these thoughts were just for show; unless absolutely necessary, he wouldn't want to break face with such an entity.
tiān yuán hóu jiàn yī jù méi yǒu xiào guǒ ， zì rán bú huì zhè yàng jiù fàng qì le ， zǎo yǐ zhǔn bèi hǎo de shuō cí tuō kǒu ér chū ， dàn wú wài hū wēi bī lì yòu 。
天元侯见一句没有效果，自然不会这样就放弃了，早已准备好的说辞脱口而出，但无外乎威逼利诱。
Though the cultivation world was full of bloodshed, it was only for treasures or other benefits. Without any gain, pointless conflicts were best avoided by all.
kě xī lín xuān gēn běn jiù shì ruò wú dǔ ， duì fāng zhè fān huà ， chún shǔ bái fèi chún shé 。
可惜林轩根本就视若无睹，对方这番话，纯属白费唇舌。
Seeing that his words had no effect, Heavenly Essence Marquis naturally didn't give up. His prepared rhetoric came out, but it was merely threats and inducements.
zhuǎn yǎn ， guò qù le yī dùn fàn de shí jiān ， tiān yuán hóu de liǎn sè， yǐ yuè lái yuè yīn mái ， zhōng yú ， tā tíng xià le huà yǔ ， xiǎn rán zhè wèi ， yě yì shí dào cǐ jǔ ， gēn běn jiù méi yǒu yì yì 。
转眼，过去了一顿饭的时间，天元侯的脸sè，已越来越yīn霾，终于，他停下了话语，显然这位，也意识到此举，根本就没有意义。
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nà jiā huo ， jìng shì xīn zhì shí fēn jiān rèn zhī tú ， yuǎn bǐ zì jǐ zuì chū de xiǎng xiàng ， hái yào gèng nán duì fù 。
那家伙，竟是心智十分坚韧之徒，远比自己最初的想象，还要更难对付。
Unfortunately, Lin Xuan ignored him completely; this speech was a waste of breath.
kě wù ！
可恶！
After a meal's time passed, Heavenly Essence Marquis' expression darkened further. Finally, he stopped talking, clearly realizing that his efforts were meaningless.
“ hǎo ， xiǎo jiā huo ， nǐ zhēn dāng cáng shēn yú cǐ chéng ， běn hóu jiù ná nǐ mò nài hé ， jī huì wǒ yǐ jīng gěi guò ， shì nǐ zì jǐ ， bù yuàn yì yǔ běn hóu hé jiě de ， nà nǐ jiù děng zhe ， yī huì er wǒ jiāng nǐ zhuā zhù ， huì yǒu qiān bān shǒu duàn ， ràng nǐ qiú shēng bù néng ， qiú sǐ bù dé 。”
“好，小家伙，你真当藏身于此城，本侯就拿你没奈何，机会我已经给过，是你自己，不愿意与本侯和解的，那你就等着，一会儿我将你抓住，会有千般手段，让你求生不能，求死不得。”
That guy had an incredibly resilient mind, far more difficult to deal with than initially imagined.
zhè yī cì ， tiān yuán hóu de shēng yīn chōng mǎn le yuàn dú ， tā yǐ jīng bèi lín xuān jiāng nài xīn ， jī hū quán bù gěi mó guāng le ， bái bái yòu dān gē le nà me jiǔ de gōng fu ， xīn zhōng zì rán shì yù mèn dào jí chù 。
这一次，天元侯的声音充满了怨毒，他已经被林轩将耐心，几乎全部给磨光了，白白又耽搁了那么久的功夫，心中自然是郁闷到极处。
Damn it!
kě xī zhè zuì hòu de wēi xié ， yī jiù shì méi yǒu jié guǒ ， lín xuān gān cuì jiāng tā dāng kōng qì le 。
可惜这最后的威胁，依旧是没有结果，林轩干脆将他当空气了。
"Alright, little fellow, you really think hiding here in the city will make me helpless? I've already given you a chance; it's your choice. You'll regret not reconciling with me soon enough. I'll have countless ways to make you wish for death."
chū rù cǐ chéng de shí hòu ， lín xuān què rán shì jī yuán qiǎo hé ， yì wài lái dào cǐ dì de 。
初入此城的时候，林轩确然是机缘巧合，意外来到此地的。
This time, Heavenly Essence Marquis' voice was filled with venom. He had nearly exhausted his patience and wasted so much time. His mood was extremely depressed.
rán ér dài le zhè me jiǔ ， cóng qí tā xiū shì de kǒu zhōng ， zì rán yě liǎo jiě dào wén tiān chéng bù fán de bèi jǐng le 。
然而待了这么久，从其他修士的口中，自然也了解到闻天城不凡的背景了。
Unfortunately, this final threat also failed; Lin Xuan treated him as if he wasn't there.
zhēn jí mén ， bié shuō nài lóng jiè le ， jiù suàn shì fàng dào zhěng gè líng jiè lái shuō ， nà yě shì páng rán dà wù ， yǎn qián zhè lǎo jiā huǒ ， shì dù jié qī méi cuò ， dàn dé zuì zhēn jí mén de hòu guǒ ， zěn me yě dé diān liáng yī èr de 。
真极门，别说鼐龙界了，就算是放到整个灵界来说，那也是庞然大物，眼前这老家伙，是渡劫期没错，但得罪真极门的后果，怎么也得掂量一二的。
When first entering the city, Lin Xuan indeed stumbled upon it by chance.
duì fāng zhǐ yào yǒu gù jì ， zì jǐ jiù yǒu jī huì xún zhǎo dào kòng xì 。
对方只要有顾忌，自己就有机会寻找到空隙。
But after staying for so long, he naturally learned about Wending City's extraordinary background from other cultivators.
bù guò fán shì yǒu lì jiù yǒu bì ， fǎn guò lái ， zì jǐ de shēn fèn ， gèng jiā de bù néng bào lù ， fǒu zé ， jí biàn shì zì jǐ wú xīn jiāng zhè lǎo guài wù yǐn dào zhè lǐ ， dàn cǐ jǔ ， yě kěn dìng huì bèi zhēn jí mén qiān nù dì 。
不过凡事有利就有弊，反过来，自己的身份，更加的不能暴露，否则，即便是自己无心将这老怪物引到这里，但此举，也肯定会被真极门迁怒地。
True Apex Sect was a massive entity even in Nael Dragon World. This old guy might be in the Tribulation Period, but the consequences of offending True Apex Sect were significant.
suǒ yǐ ， wèi le zì jǐ ， wèi le yún yǐn zōng ， lín xuān rú jīn ， gèng jiā yào hǎo hǎo de yǐn cáng xíng jì ， xiǎng bàn fǎ shén bù zhī ， guǐ bù jué de lí kāi zhè lǐ 。
所以，为了自己，为了云隐宗，林轩如今，更加要好好的隐藏行迹，想办法神不知，鬼不觉的离开这里。
If the other party had any reservations, it would create an opportunity for him to find a gap.
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However, every coin has two sides; his identity couldn't be exposed either. Otherwise, even if he hadn’t intentionally brought this old monster here, True Apex Sect might still take out their anger on him.
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Therefore, to protect himself and the Cloud Concealment Sect, Lin Xuan needed to hide his actions better, find a way to leave without anyone noticing.
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And the muscular man, after realizing that using the teleportation array to escape had resulted in this outcome, exchanged glances with his companions. Their faces all showed a sense of relief.
Fortunately, they were just one step too late; speaking out at the wrong time turned out to be a stroke of luck.
In their shock, they naturally didn't dare move any further for the moment.
Although sitting and waiting wasn't a good idea, facing such a powerful cultivator in the Tribulation Period, rash actions could only result in losing their lives.
Since there was no other choice, they could only temporarily observe the situation.
Seeing that the crowd of cultivators indeed trembled under his thunderous tactics, Heavenly Essence Marquis' face showed satisfaction. A single spiritual wave mark couldn't be changed; even if he concealed his aura, it wouldn't work at such close range. His divine sense would inevitably detect him eventually after a thorough search.
The only thing to worry about now was the sheer number of commoners and cultivators in Wending City. Conducting a full search might take too much time.
If they lingered here for long, something unexpected could happen.
After all, True Apex Sect's strength couldn't be underestimated. Doing this within their territory would be akin to provoking an old monster. Once the sect learned of it, they wouldn't just let it go.
Unless absolutely necessary, he didn't want to offend that old monster from Heavenly Apex.
As his thoughts shifted, Heavenly Essence Marquis' expression fluctuated.
However, if the other party was willing to hand over voluntarily, things would be different. The time consumed could be significantly reduced. After obtaining true spirit blood, he could leave with a clear conscience. In an unknown situation, that old monster from Heavenly Apex wouldn't likely come out to hunt him down for such a minor dispute.
In short, better safe than sorry.
Facing the formidable True Apex Sect, even the powerful Heavenly Essence Marquis had many concerns and hoped to resolve this trouble as soon as possible.
However, he couldn't force it. He needed the other party's cooperation.
It seemed they would have to resort to threats and inducements. Otherwise, getting them to hand over willingly might be a challenge.
Even if he did that, whether or not the true spirit blood would be given was uncertain. But trying always had some hope, didn't it?
With this thought, Heavenly Essence Marquis no longer hesitated. After all, this wouldn't cost him much.
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His lips barely moved, his voice soft but clear enough to reach every ear in Wending City—whether commoners or cultivators alike heard it clearly. The tone carried an imposing aura as if it contained supreme magical power.
"Little fellow, you know what I'm looking for. From the chaotic space, those pieces of earth; hand them over willingly. I'll overlook past grievances and give you great benefits, even consider taking you in as a disciple..."
His voice was authoritative but sounded pleasant, making one feel compelled to comply. It had an effect similar to charm magic, though at a much higher level.
Unfortunately, it was useless. Lin Xuan, despite using Heavenly Demon Transformation Incarnation, had all his magical power nullified. Without any magical energy, he couldn't release his divine sense, rendering the other party's enticements meaningless. As for the benefits or taking him in as a disciple, Lin Xuan scoffed at it.
Not only was it likely just idle talk, but if he followed through, his fate would be sealed.
Even if the other party kept their word, what benefits could match true spirit blood?
As for taking him in as a disciple?
To other cultivators, that might seem desirable. But with Lin Xuan's status and secrets, reaching the Tribulation Period wasn't out of reach; he had no intention of considering it.
Lin Xuan remained unmoved, but the other cultivators below were confused by his words about chaotic space and earth pieces. What was this all about?
Was the other party playing a guessing game?
It wasn't surprising; they wanted to keep things secret. People have curiosity. What treasure could make such a powerful Tribulation Period cultivator go through so much trouble, determined to get it at any cost?
They too were eager to see for themselves.
But these thoughts remained only in their minds; not everyone was as bold as Lin Xuan, daring to snatch something precious from an old monster like this.
Of course, Lin Xuan didn't think he was brave. The key was that he didn't consider Heavenly Essence Marquis a person he couldn't offend.
If his true form were here and the True Spirit Puppet assisted him, who would win, hmm? Still uncertain...
But these thoughts were just for show; unless absolutely necessary, he wouldn't want to break face with such an entity.
Though the cultivation world was full of bloodshed, it was only for treasures or other benefits. Without any gain, pointless conflicts were best avoided by all.
Seeing that his words had no effect, Heavenly Essence Marquis naturally didn't give up. His prepared rhetoric came out, but it was merely threats and inducements.
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Unfortunately, Lin Xuan ignored him completely; this speech was a waste of breath.
After a meal's time passed, Heavenly Essence Marquis' expression darkened further. Finally, he stopped talking, clearly realizing that his efforts were meaningless.
That guy had an incredibly resilient mind, far more difficult to deal with than initially imagined.
Damn it!
"Alright, little fellow, you really think hiding here in the city will make me helpless? I've already given you a chance; it's your choice. You'll regret not reconciling with me soon enough. I'll have countless ways to make you wish for death."
This time, Heavenly Essence Marquis' voice was filled with venom. He had nearly exhausted his patience and wasted so much time. His mood was extremely depressed.
Unfortunately, this final threat also failed; Lin Xuan treated him as if he wasn't there.
When first entering the city, Lin Xuan indeed stumbled upon it by chance.
But after staying for so long, he naturally learned about Wending City's extraordinary background from other cultivators.
True Apex Sect was a massive entity even in Nael Dragon World. This old guy might be in the Tribulation Period, but the consequences of offending True Apex Sect were significant.
If the other party had any reservations, it would create an opportunity for him to find a gap.
However, every coin has two sides; his identity couldn't be exposed either. Otherwise, even if he hadn’t intentionally brought this old monster here, True Apex Sect might still take out their anger on him.
Therefore, to protect himself and the Cloud Concealment Sect, Lin Xuan needed to hide his actions better, find a way to leave without anyone noticing.
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