fū rén bù yòng shēng qì ， zài xià zǎo yǐ shuō guò ， wǒ tí chū zhè yàng de yāo qiú ， qí shí zhǐ bù guò shì wèi le zì bǎo 。” lín xuān tūn le yī kǒu yǎ mò ， yǒu xiē zhàn zhàn gǔ jīng de kāi kǒu 。
夫人不用生气，在下早已说过，我提出这样的要求，其实只不过是为了自保。”林轩吞了一口哑沫，有些战战鼓兢的开口。
Lady, there's no need for you to be angry. I have already said that my request is merely a form of self-protection," Lin Xuan swallowed a mouthful of saliva and spoke with some trepidation.
suí jí bù děng hēi mǎng fū rén fā nù ， lín xuān jì xù fēi kuài de wǎng xià shuō 。
随即不等黑蟒夫人发怒，林轩继续飞快的往下说。
Without waiting for the Black Python Lady to become enraged, Lin Xuan continued quickly: "The Restrictive Spirit Technique indeed is vicious and evil, but as an Incarnation Period cultivator, I would never dare to use what you give me against you. All I want is a talisman for protection."
“ jìn shén shù què shí dǎi dú xié è ， dàn fū rén shēn wèi yuán yīng qī xiū xiān zhě ， zài xià jiù suàn dé dào nín de yī dòng yī pò ， yě jué bù gǎn yǐ cǐ lái wēi xié fū rén de ， zhǐ bù guò shì xiǎng qiú yī hù shēn fú 。”
“禁神术确实歹毒邪恶，但夫人身为元婴期修仙者，在下就算得到您的一动一魄，也绝不敢以此来威胁夫人的，只不过是想求一护身符。”
"Attachment Talisman? Although the Black Python Lady's expression remained angry, her tone had softened slightly.
“ fù shēn fú ？ hēi mǎng fū rén suī rán yī jiù mǎn liǎn nù sè ， dàn yǔ qì zhōng yú shāo wēi píng huǎn yì diǎn le 。
“附身符？黑蟒夫人虽然依旧满脸怒色，但语气终于稍微平缓一点了。
"Yes," Lin Xuan nodded, his face filled with fear but still gritted his teeth and continued: "If this Restrictive Spirit Technique is implanted in you, even if you can kill me, it will come at a great cost. In that case, considering the pros and cons, Lady would not want to break the bridge after crossing the river. With my safety assured, I won't have to worry and can fully cooperate with you..."
“ bù cuò 。” lín xuān diǎn le diǎn tóu ， mǎn liǎn huáng kǒng ， dàn yī rì yǎo yá wǎng xià shuō ，“ ruò bèi zhòng xià cǐ jìn zhì ， fū rén suī réng néng miè shā lín mǒu ， dàn bì jiāng fù chū bù xiǎo de dài jià ， zhè yàng yī lái ， fū rén quán héng lì bì ， kěn dìng bú huì zuò nà guò hé chāi qiáo zhī shì ， ér wǎn bèi yǒu le bǎo zhàng ， yě jiù bù yòng tí xīn diào dǎn ， kě yǐ quán xīn quán yì tóng fū rén hé zuò …” hē hē ， nǐ shuō dí què shí yǒu jǐ fēn dào lǐ ， kě dǎn hū què tài dà le xiē ， qū qū yī níng dān qī xiū shì ， jū rán gǎn wēi xié yú wǒ ， běn fū rén píng shén me yào tīng nǐ bǎi bù ， rú jīn jì rán dào le lì mǎng gǔ ， hé bù hé zuò ， nǐ yǐ wéi hái néng yóu de le zì jǐ me ？” hēi mǎng fū rén zuǐ jiǎo biān liú lù chū yī sī jī fěng ， è hěn hěn de kāi kǒu le 。
“不错。”林轩点了点头，满脸惶恐，但依日咬牙往下说，“若被种下此禁制，夫人虽仍能灭杀林某，但必将付出不小的代价，这样一来，夫人权衡利弊，肯定不会做那过河拆桥之事，而晚辈有了保障，也就不用提心吊胆，可以全心全意同夫人合作…”呵呵，你说的确实有几分道理，可胆乎却太大了些，区区一凝丹期修士，居然敢威胁于我，本夫人凭什么要听你摆布，如今既然到了厉蟒谷，合不合作，你以为还能由得了自己么？”黑蟒夫人嘴角边流露出一丝讥讽，恶狠狠的开口了。
Hmph, your argument has some merit, but your demands are too excessive. A mere Condensation Core cultivator dares to threaten me. Why should this lady listen to your commands? Now that we're in the Black Python Valley, do you think you still control your own destiny?" The corners of the Black Python Lady's mouth curled with a hint of mockery as she spoke fiercely.
“ fū rén shuō dé bù cuò ， yǐ nín yuán yīng qī de xiū wèi xiǎng yào miè shā lín mǒu ， què shí shì jǔ shǒu zhī láo ， kě wǒ jì rán gǎn lái zhè lǐ ， zì rán míng bái shì yǔ hǔ móu pí ， fū rén yǐ wéi zài xià huì méi yǒu yì diǎn píng yī ， dà bù liǎo yú sǐ wǎng pò ， rú guǒ lín mǒu yǔn luò ， zài zhè yāo líng dǎo ， fū rén zài xiǎng yào xún zhǎo yī míng xiū liàn dào jiā zhēn fǎ de níng dān qī xiū shì ， kǒng pà yě bú shì nà me róng yì 。” lín xuān yǎn zhū yī zhuǎn de kāi kǒu le 。
“夫人说得不错，以您元婴期的修为想要灭杀林某，确实是举手之劳，可我既然敢来这里，自然明白是与虎谋皮，夫人以为在下会没有一点凭依，大不了鱼死网破，如果林某陨落，在这妖灵岛，夫人再想要寻找一名修炼道家真法的凝丹期修士，恐怕也不是那么容易。”林轩眼珠一转的开口了。
"You are correct, Lady. With your Incarnation Period cultivation, it is indeed easy for you to kill me. But I came here knowing that I would be like taming a tiger. Do you think I have no leverage? At worst, we both perish. If I fall in battle, finding another Condensation Core cultivator who practices Daoist true techniques on this Demon Spirit Island will not be so easy," Lin Xuan said with a quick glance.
“ hē ， nǐ jū rán gǎn wēi xié wǒ 。” hēi mǎng fū rén nù shā fǎn xiào 。
“呵，你居然敢威胁我。”黑蟒夫人怒刹反笑。
"Hmph, you actually dared to threaten me." The Black Python Lady's anger turned into a mocking laugh.
“ wēi xié ？ fū rén yán zhòng le ， jí shǐ bèi zhòng xià jìn shén shù ， yú nín yě méi yǒu shén me sǔn shī ， zhǐ yào zhǎo dào rán zéi de bǎo zàng hòu ， fū rén bù guò hé chāi qiáo ， zài xià zì rán huì jiāng jìn shén pái guī huán de ， yú qíng yú lǐ ， zài xià dōu méi yǒu bì yào yǔ fū rén wèi dí ， suǒ qiú de bù guò yī fèn bǎo zhàng ér yǐ 。” lín xuān liǎn sè fā bái ， dàn yǎn shén què jiān dìng wú bǐ ， bàn diǎn yě méi yǒu tuì ràng zhī yì 。
“威胁？夫人言重了，即使被种下禁神术，于您也没有什么损失，只要找到然贼的宝藏后，夫人不过河拆桥，在下自然会将禁神牌归还的，于情于理，在下都没有必要与夫人为敌，所求的不过一份保障而已。”林轩脸色发白，但眼神却坚定无比，半点也没有退让之意。
"Threaten? Lady, that is too harsh. Even if the Restrictive Spirit Technique is implanted in me, it won't harm you. Once I find the thief's treasure, as long as you don’t break the bridge after crossing the river, I will return this Restrictive Spirit Talisman to you. There’s no need for us to be enemies; all I seek is a guarantee," Lin Xuan’s face was pale but his eyes were resolute, showing no signs of retreat.
hēi mǎng fū rén jiàn tā tài dù jiān jué ， biǎo qíng zì rán hǎo kàn bú dào nǎ ér qù ， yīn qíng bù dìng ， biàn huàn gè bù tíng 。
黑蟒夫人见他态度坚决，表情自然好看不到哪儿去，阴晴不定，变幻个不停。
Seeing his firm attitude, the Black Python Lady's expression turned grim and unremarkable. She muttered an ancient and obscure incantation with her jade hand.
zú zú guò le yī zhǎn chá de gōng fu 。
足足过了一盏茶的功夫。
After a moment, she opened her lips, and a tiny light ball flew out from her mouth.
tā zhōng yú tàn le kǒu qì ，“ hǎo ， běn fū rén dā yìng nǐ 。”
她终于叹了口气，“好，本夫人答应你。”
A hint of joy flashed in Lin Xuan’s eyes as he solemnly formed hand seals. The Restrictive Spirit Talisman emitted black light, and a streak of rainbow light shot out, enveloping the Black Python Lady's soul before returning to the dark token.
lín xuān dà xǐ ， máng gǒng shǒu bào quán “ duō xiè fū rén tōng qíng dá lǐ ， nín fàng xīn ， wǎn bèi jué méi yǒu bié de xīn sī ， yí dìng tóu táo bào lǐ ， quán lì zhù nín jiāng bǎn lín dòng xué qián de zhèn fǎ chú qù 。”
林轩大喜，忙拱手抱拳“多谢夫人通情达理，您放心，晚辈绝没有别的心思，一定投桃报李，全力助您将版麟洞穴前的阵法除去。”
The soul was absorbed, and the Black Python Lady’s face turned slightly pale. However, after circulating her inner energy, she quickly appeared indifferent again. She was indeed an Incarnation Period veteran.
mǎng fū rén yī rì mò yǒu hǎo liǎn sè ， yù shǒu yī fú ， zuǐ bā lǐ yě nán nán de niàn qǐ le gǔ piáo ér huì sè de zhòu yǔ 。
蟒夫人依日没有好脸色，玉手一拂，嘴巴里也喃喃的念起了古朴而晦涩的咒语。
Though they hadn’t broken their relationship, it had become rather delicate.
piàn kè yǐ hòu ， tā yīng chún wēi qǐ ， yī mǔ zhǐ dà xiǎo de guāng tuán ， cóng lǐ miàn xú xú fēi le chū qù 。
片刻以后，她樱唇微启，一拇指大小的光团，从里面徐徐飞了出去。
"May I ask when you plan to depart?"
lín xuān yǎn dǐ shǎn guò yī lǚ xǐ sè ， liǎn shàng de biǎo qíng què zhèng zhòng wú bǐ ， shuāng shǒu fǎ yìn biàn huàn ， nà jìn shén pái hēi máng yī shǎn ， yī dào xiá guāng cóng lǐ miàn fēi lüè chū lái ， jiāng hēi mǎng fū rén tǔ chū de hún pò yī juàn ， chóng xīn shōu rù le wū hēi de lìng pái lǐ miàn 。
林轩眼底闪过一缕喜色，脸上的表情却郑重无比，双手法印变幻，那禁神牌黑芒一闪，一道霞光从里面飞掠出来，将黑蟒夫人吐出的魂魄一卷，重新收入了乌黑的令牌里面。
"I have said that three Incarnation cultivators need to work together to break the array. The other two friends are still on their way. You can stay here in peace for now; I will notify you when the time comes," Lin Xuan nodded.
hún pò bèi xī shōu ， hēi mǎng fū rén de liǎn sè yǒu xiē fā bái ， dàn tǐ nèi fǎ lì lüè yī yùn zhuàn ， hěn kuài yòu xiǎn de ruò wú qí shì qǐ lái ， bù kuì shì yuán yīng qī lǎo guài 。
魂魄被吸收，黑蟒夫人的脸色有些发白，但体内法力略一运转，很快又显得若无其事起来，不愧是元婴期老怪。
The Black Python Lady then rose and took her leave.
bù guò rú cǐ yī lái ， liǎng rén suī bù suàn sī pò liǎn pí ， dàn guān xì zì rán yě biàn dé pǒ wèi wēi miào 。
不过如此一来，两人虽不算撕破脸皮，但关系自然也变得颇为微妙。
Exiting the painted boat, her smile vanished instantly, replaced by a cold expression like an ice mountain.
“ qǐng wèn fū rén ， nín dǎ suàn hé shí chū fā ？”
“请问夫人，您打算何时出发？”
She flew to the cave at the top of the hill without further ado. Returning to the cave, she sat cross-legged on a black jade bed and began meditating. Her exposed skin, legs, arms, and abdomen started growing black scales, each about the size of a fingernail.
“ wǒ shuō guò ， yào pò chú zhèn fǎ ， xū yào sān wèi yuán yīng xiū shì xié shǒu hé zuò ， lìng wài liǎng wèi dào yǒu hái zài lái de tú zhōng ， nǐ qiě zài zhè lǐ ān xīn zhù xià ， dào shí hòu ， wǒ zì rán huì tōng zhī nǐ de 。 xuān diǎn le diǎn tóu 。
“我说过，要破除阵法，需要三位元婴修士携手合作，另外两位道友还在来的途中，你且在这里安心住下，到时候，我自然会通知你的。轩点了点头。
Her face showed an expression of extreme pain.
suí hòu hēi mǎng fū rén yě qǐ shēn gào cí le 。
随后黑蟒夫人也起身告辞了。
After half an hour, the Black Python Lady stopped her practice, drenched in sweat, but with a cold smile in her eyes: "Pity, a mere Condensation Core cultivator dares to restrain me. I will make you regret your birth in this world..."
chū le huà chuán ， cǐ nǚ liǎn shàng de xiào róng dùn shí xiāo nì dé wú yǐng wú zōng ， biǎo qíng biàn dé yǒu rú wàn nián de bīng shān shì de 。
出了画船，此女脸上的笑容顿时消匿得无影无踪，表情变得有如万年的冰山似的。
"Master, I didn't expect that the Black Python Lady really fell into your trap and willingly gave up one soul and one spirit," Yue'er's face was filled with admiration. Master’s ability to deceive people is truly impressive.
suí hòu èr huà bù shuō ， jiù xiàng xiǎo shān dǐng shàng de dòng fǔ fēi qù 。
随后二话不说，就像小山顶上的洞府飞去。
"Not surprising, after all, what I said was reasonable. Besides, as an Incarnation cultivator, a mere Restrictive Spirit Technique wouldn't have much effect on her. Of course, if it were in my hands, the situation would be completely different," Lin Xuan smiled.
huí dào dòng fǔ yǐ hòu ， cǐ nǚ pán xī zuò zài yī zhāng tāo hēi rú mò de yù chuáng shàng ， kāi shǐ dǎ zuò 。
回到洞府以后，此女盘膝坐在一张涛黑如墨的玉床上，开始打坐。
"Of course, Young Master's abilities are not inferior to that witch, and now you've implanted a restriction on her. This treasure hunt should go smoothly."
ér tā luǒ lù zài wài miàn de jī fū ， dà tuǐ ， shǒu bì ， hái yǒu xiǎo fù ， jū rán dōu zhǎng chū le kàng …
而她裸露在外面的肌肤，大腿，手臂，还有小腹，居然都长出了亢…
"This is uncertain," Lin Xuan shook his head but didn’t look particularly relieved.
shù zhǐ jiǎ gài dà xiǎo ， hēi sè de lín piàn lái le 。
数指甲盖大小，黑色的鳞片来了。
"The Black Python Lady also said there were two other Incarnation cultivators going to the Flagstaff Ancient Cave. I have no idea about their abilities..." Before Lin Xuan could finish, he suddenly stood up as if sensing something, and his left hand flicked out, revealing the black Restrictive Spirit Talisman in his palm.
cǐ nǚ de liǎn shàng ， gèng liú lù chū tòng chǔ wú bǐ de shén sè 。
此女的脸上，更流露出痛楚无比的神色。
A faint gray-white mist appeared at the center of the token, barely noticeable unless one had a stronger spirit sense than an Incarnation cultivator.
zú zú guò le bàn gè shí chén zhī jiǔ ， hēi mǎng fū rén cái jiāng gōng fǎ yī shōu ， hún shēn xiāng hàn lín lí ， yǎn zhōng què liú lù chū jǐ fēn lěng liè de xiào yì ，“ kǒu hū ， jìn shén shù ， qū qū yī níng dān qī xiū shì ， jū rán gǎn qián zhì yú wǒ ， běn fū rén huì ràng nǐ zì shí qí guǒ ， hòu huǐ chū shēng zài zhè ge shì jiè lái de …………”
足足过了半个时辰之久，黑蟒夫人才将功法一收，浑身香汗淋漓，眼中却流露出几分冷冽的笑意，“口乎，禁神术，区区一凝丹期修士，居然敢钳制于我，本夫人会让你自食其果，后悔出生在这个世界来的…………”
"Master, what's going on?" Yue'er asked curiously.
“ shào yé ， méi xiǎng dào hēi qín fū rén zhēn de luò rù dào le nín de xiàn jǐng zhī zhōng ， guāi guāi de jiāo chū le yī hún yī pò 。” yuè ér de liǎn shàng mǎn shì pèi fú zhī sè ， shào yé hū yōu rén de běn shì zhēn shì tài lì hài le 。
“少爷，没想到黑螓夫人真的落入到了您的陷阱之中，乖乖的交出了一魂一魄。”月儿的脸上满是佩服之色，少爷忽悠人的本事真是太厉害了。
"It’s nothing. That witch played a small trick. She didn’t want to give up her soul willingly and made some adjustments when she did," Lin Xuan said with a calm expression.
“ zhè bù xī qí ， bì jìng wǒ shuō de hé qíng hé lǐ ， hé kuàng hēi mǎng fū rén shēn wèi yuán yīng xiū shì ， qū qū jìn shén shù duì tā lái shuō ， qí shí yě qǐ bù liǎo duō dà zuò yòng ， dāng rán ， ruò shì luò zài wǒ shǒu zhōng ， qíng kuàng jiù ， wán quán bù yí yàng le 。” lín xuān wēi xiào zhe kāi kǒu 。
“这不稀奇，毕竟我说的合情合理，何况黑蟒夫人身为元婴修士，区区禁神术对她来说，其实也起不了多大作用，当然，若是落在我手中，情况就，完全不一样了。”林轩微笑着开口。
"Oh, how do we handle this?"
“ zhè shì zì rán ， shǎo chè yǐ shén tōng běn lái jiù bù zài nà yāo fù zhī xià ， rú jīn yòu duì tā zhòng xià jìn zhì ， zhè cì xún bǎo zhī lǚ ， yīng gāi bú huì yǒu shén me wèn tí 。”
“这是自然，少彻乙神通本来就不在那妖妇之下，如今又对她种下禁制，这次寻宝之旅，应该不会有什么问题。”
"Don't worry, use the situation to your advantage. The tricks they play can only fool Condensation Core cultivators. As for me..." Lin Xuan smiled sarcastically as he put away the Restrictive Spirit Talisman.
zhè kě bù yí dìng 。” lín xuān yáo le yáo tóu ， liǎn shàng què méi yǒu duō shǎo qīng sōng de biǎo qíng ，
这可不一定。”林轩摇了摇头，脸上却没有多少轻松的表情，
Since it was too early, Lin Xuan wouldn’t alert them. He had no doubt that their disciples were monitoring him in secret.
“ hēi mǎng fū rén yě shuō le ， chú le tā ， huì qián wǎng qí téng gǔ dòng de hái yǒu liǎng míng yuán yīng qī lǎo guài wù ， yě bù zhī dào tā men de shén tōng rú hé ，…，， lín xuān huà yīn wèi luò ， tū rán xiàng gǎn jué dào shén me shì de zhàn le qǐ lái ， zuǒ shǒu yī fān ， zhǎng xīn zhī zhōng jiù fú xiàn chū le nà wū hēi de jìn shén pái 。
“黑蟒夫人也说了，除了她，会前往旗滕古洞的还有两名元婴期老怪物，也不知道他们的神通如何，…，，林轩话音未落，突然像感觉到什么似的站了起来，左手一翻，掌心之中就浮现出了那乌黑的禁神牌。
Time passed quickly. Half a month had already passed since Lin Xuan arrived at the Black Python Valley. One day, while meditating in the painted boat, he suddenly felt a streak of fire flying through the window—a transmission talisman.
zhǐ jiàn cǐ lìng pái de zhōng jiān ， chū xiàn le yī lǚ huī bái zhī qì ， hěn dàn ， ruò fēi lín xuān shén shí zhī qiáng ， bǐ yuán yīng chū qī de xiū shì hái yào lüè shèng yī chóu ， gēn běn jiù bú huì gǎn jué dào shén me 。
只见此令牌的中间，出现了一缕灰白之气，很淡，若非林轩神识之强，比元婴初期的修士还要略胜一筹，根本就不会感觉到什么。
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“ shào yé ， zhè shì zěn me huí shì ？” yuè ér mǎn liǎn hào qí 。
“少爷，这是怎么回事？”月儿满脸好奇。
The next few days, the Black Python Lady did not appear again, and Lin Xuan remained obediently inside the painted boat without venturing out. Although everything seemed calm on the surface, there was undoubtedly someone watching him from afar. Time flew by, and before he knew it, more than half a month had passed since his arrival at the Black Python Valley. One day, while meditating in the painted boat, a streak of fire suddenly shot through the window—a transmission talisman.
Lady, there's no need for you to be angry. I have already said that my request is merely a form of self-protection," Lin Xuan swallowed a mouthful of saliva and spoke with some trepidation.
Without waiting for the Black Python Lady to become enraged, Lin Xuan continued quickly: "The Restrictive Spirit Technique indeed is vicious and evil, but as an Incarnation Period cultivator, I would never dare to use what you give me against you. All I want is a talisman for protection."
"Attachment Talisman? Although the Black Python Lady's expression remained angry, her tone had softened slightly.
"Yes," Lin Xuan nodded, his face filled with fear but still gritted his teeth and continued: "If this Restrictive Spirit Technique is implanted in you, even if you can kill me, it will come at a great cost. In that case, considering the pros and cons, Lady would not want to break the bridge after crossing the river. With my safety assured, I won't have to worry and can fully cooperate with you..."
Hmph, your argument has some merit, but your demands are too excessive. A mere Condensation Core cultivator dares to threaten me. Why should this lady listen to your commands? Now that we're in the Black Python Valley, do you think you still control your own destiny?" The corners of the Black Python Lady's mouth curled with a hint of mockery as she spoke fiercely.
"You are correct, Lady. With your Incarnation Period cultivation, it is indeed easy for you to kill me. But I came here knowing that I would be like taming a tiger. Do you think I have no leverage? At worst, we both perish. If I fall in battle, finding another Condensation Core cultivator who practices Daoist true techniques on this Demon Spirit Island will not be so easy," Lin Xuan said with a quick glance.
"Hmph, you actually dared to threaten me." The Black Python Lady's anger turned into a mocking laugh.
"Threaten? Lady, that is too harsh. Even if the Restrictive Spirit Technique is implanted in me, it won't harm you. Once I find the thief's treasure, as long as you don’t break the bridge after crossing the river, I will return this Restrictive Spirit Talisman to you. There’s no need for us to be enemies; all I seek is a guarantee," Lin Xuan’s face was pale but his eyes were resolute, showing no signs of retreat.
Seeing his firm attitude, the Black Python Lady's expression turned grim and unremarkable. She muttered an ancient and obscure incantation with her jade hand.
After a moment, she opened her lips, and a tiny light ball flew out from her mouth.
A hint of joy flashed in Lin Xuan’s eyes as he solemnly formed hand seals. The Restrictive Spirit Talisman emitted black light, and a streak of rainbow light shot out, enveloping the Black Python Lady's soul before returning to the dark token.
The soul was absorbed, and the Black Python Lady’s face turned slightly pale. However, after circulating her inner energy, she quickly appeared indifferent again. She was indeed an Incarnation Period veteran.
Though they hadn’t broken their relationship, it had become rather delicate.
"May I ask when you plan to depart?"
"I have said that three Incarnation cultivators need to work together to break the array. The other two friends are still on their way. You can stay here in peace for now; I will notify you when the time comes," Lin Xuan nodded.
The Black Python Lady then rose and took her leave.
Exiting the painted boat, her smile vanished instantly, replaced by a cold expression like an ice mountain.
She flew to the cave at the top of the hill without further ado. Returning to the cave, she sat cross-legged on a black jade bed and began meditating. Her exposed skin, legs, arms, and abdomen started growing black scales, each about the size of a fingernail.
Her face showed an expression of extreme pain.
After half an hour, the Black Python Lady stopped her practice, drenched in sweat, but with a cold smile in her eyes: "Pity, a mere Condensation Core cultivator dares to restrain me. I will make you regret your birth in this world..."
"Master, I didn't expect that the Black Python Lady really fell into your trap and willingly gave up one soul and one spirit," Yue'er's face was filled with admiration. Master’s ability to deceive people is truly impressive.
"Not surprising, after all, what I said was reasonable. Besides, as an Incarnation cultivator, a mere Restrictive Spirit Technique wouldn't have much effect on her. Of course, if it were in my hands, the situation would be completely different," Lin Xuan smiled.
"Of course, Young Master's abilities are not inferior to that witch, and now you've implanted a restriction on her. This treasure hunt should go smoothly."
"This is uncertain," Lin Xuan shook his head but didn’t look particularly relieved.
"The Black Python Lady also said there were two other Incarnation cultivators going to the Flagstaff Ancient Cave. I have no idea about their abilities..." Before Lin Xuan could finish, he suddenly stood up as if sensing something, and his left hand flicked out, revealing the black Restrictive Spirit Talisman in his palm.
A faint gray-white mist appeared at the center of the token, barely noticeable unless one had a stronger spirit sense than an Incarnation cultivator.
"Master, what's going on?" Yue'er asked curiously.
"It’s nothing. That witch played a small trick. She didn’t want to give up her soul willingly and made some adjustments when she did," Lin Xuan said with a calm expression.
"Oh, how do we handle this?"
"Don't worry, use the situation to your advantage. The tricks they play can only fool Condensation Core cultivators. As for me..." Lin Xuan smiled sarcastically as he put away the Restrictive Spirit Talisman.
Since it was too early, Lin Xuan wouldn’t alert them. He had no doubt that their disciples were monitoring him in secret.
Time passed quickly. Half a month had already passed since Lin Xuan arrived at the Black Python Valley. One day, while meditating in the painted boat, he suddenly felt a streak of fire flying through the window—a transmission talisman.
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The next few days, the Black Python Lady did not appear again, and Lin Xuan remained obediently inside the painted boat without venturing out. Although everything seemed calm on the surface, there was undoubtedly someone watching him from afar. Time flew by, and before he knew it, more than half a month had passed since his arrival at the Black Python Valley. One day, while meditating in the painted boat, a streak of fire suddenly shot through the window—a transmission talisman.