Nine Yang Alchemy Emperor-Chapter 1119 - 1129: The Miserable Cannon Fodder

The old woman ahead was constantly playing a hide-and-seek game with Chu Feng and the others. Whenever they took a step forward, she would float a step back.

Her flute playing was exceptionally powerful, seemingly drilling straight into one’s heart.

To control one’s thoughts.

Chu Feng, Zuo Mjun, and Chief Clerk Feihong managed to resist, not being controlled by the flute, because all three possessed treasures that could ward off spiritual attacks. However, if they only had treasures to resist spiritual attacks, they might still be unable to withstand the terrifying flute sounds.

Because the flute sound blown by the old woman, apart from having spiritual attacks, also carries a bizarre magic power. The sound itself also has an enchanting effect. It can make one involuntarily immerse themselves in the flute sound, unable to extricate themselves.

Then be controlled by the flute sound, swaying one’s emotions, evoking devil thoughts in the heart.

Ultimately producing hallucinations and committing some incomprehensible, crazy behaviors.

Such as suddenly attacking and killing companions traveling together.

Chu Feng could resist the flute sound not only because he possessed a Black Gemstone Necklace but also due to his steadfast will, constantly guarding his mind, which greatly contributed. Zuo Mjun and Chief Clerk Feihong also belonged to those with a strong Mental Realm Cultivation, with a Heart as hard as stone and a Will as Steady as a Pine.

"Look, the giant turtle stone sculpture!" Zuo Mjun suddenly shouted loudly upon spotting the giant turtle stone sculpture ahead, perhaps with some intention.

He might be aware he’s no match for Chief Clerk Feihong and unwilling to let the treasures be monopolized by Chief Clerk Feihong. That’s why he deliberately shouted loudly to draw attention from Scholar Qin Jian and others behind.

It’s better to fish in troubled waters.

This old guy is very cunning.

He had been swaggering and walking in the very middle of the bridge, blocking Chu Feng.

In case treasures were found, it would be difficult for Chu Feng to surpass him and seize them.

Now, Zuo Mjun deliberately stepped aside, almost saying to Chu Feng, "Kid, the treasure is just ahead, feel free to seize it! The way has been given to you."

Chu Feng looked ahead, only to see on the middle of the bridge surface a giant turtle carved from black stone.

Vividly lifelike, it was trying hard to crawl forward but had its neck turned, looking back.

It maintained this strange posture.

Its mouth held a green bead that emitted a faint green glow.

Scholar Qin Jian indeed hadn’t lied; last time, he tried to retrieve the green bead from the giant turtle’s mouth, which led to him being cursed.

The turtle’s eyes were blood-red, appearing fierce and sinister.

It’s like the Mona Lisa’s smile, no matter what angle you look at her, she always maintains a subtle smile, but in fact, she doesn’t smile.

The turtle’s gaze was similar.

Though it seemed normal at first glance, it exuded deep evil.

Even making one feel it’s a demon from Hell.

This situation was the first time Chu Feng encountered it, causing him to become extremely cautious. As for Zuo Mjun wanting him to be the vanguard, he was miscalculating.

That green bead seemed far from ordinary.

Specifically, Chu Feng couldn’t quite say why. Perhaps his cultivation level was too low.

He merely felt instinctively that the bead seemed to carry a very special aura, which filled Chu Feng with an indescribable fear.

"Master, that bead seems to contain the power of Reincarnation," transmitted Demon Eye Evil Spirit King to Chu Feng.

What, the power of Reincarnation?

Chu Feng’s mind trembled violently twice, finally understanding why someone at Scholar Qin Jian’s level would risk obtaining the bead.

"Zuo Mjun, you go over and retrieve the bead!" Chief Clerk Feihong suddenly turned back, glaring at Zuo Mjun with a hostile gaze.

He didn’t ask Chu Feng to do this dangerous task.

Because Chu Feng had a close relationship with City Lord Jin Ling’s daughter. If this incident reached City Lord Jin Ling’s ears, he’d have a hard time explaining.

But Zuo Mjun was different.

He had less strength compared to him and no background worth fearing. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

Moreover, Zuo Mjun showed cunning by shouting loudly just now, which further displeased Chief Clerk Feihong.

Thus, Zuo Mjun naturally became the prime choice for cannon fodder.

"This task is somewhat forced, Zuo has self-awareness and no ability to obtain this bead. Fellow Taoist Feihong should seek someone else," Zuo Mjun’s face slightly changed as he immediately retreated, creating distance from Chief Clerk Feihong.

He was clever, thinking that as long as he withdrew to Scholar Qin Jian and the others, he would be safe.

Who knew when Zuo Mjun bypassed Chu Feng, intending to pass through Scholar Qin Jian and others and hide behind them. But just now, when others wanted to retreat, Scholar Qin Jian, Blind Chang, Ye Yanying, and others were very cooperative.

Clearing the path to let them through.

But Zuo Mjun was despondent to find that when he tried to go past, Scholar Qin Jian and the others not only didn’t step aside but intentionally blocked the way.

It was clear they weren’t letting him hide behind.

"Fellow Taoists, please let me through! The old woman’s flute is really formidable, and Zuo is barely holding on," Zuo Mjun pleaded in his tone.

Being old and wise, how could he not see these big figures intentionally block him?

"Retrieve that bead, and you can hide behind," Scholar Qin Jian said coldly, with an undeniable assertive tone.

Zuo Mjun’s face changed drastically; only at this moment, he finally understood his situation had become extremely dire.

"Uh... Fellow Taoist Qin Jian, do you think it would be more appropriate for Chu Feng to do this? After all, I am at the Earth Immortal Level, which is certainly more valuable than him. Even if choosing cannon fodder, it’s better to start with the very worst," Zuo Mjun maliciously thought, deflecting trouble towards Chu Feng.

If Chu Feng handled this matter, he would temporarily be safe.

"This scholar is not discussing with you but ordering you to do so!" Scholar Qin Jian’s face became even colder, his eyes revealing dangerous cold lights.

It’s just that Zuo Mjun lacked vision.

Chu Feng had an unusual relationship with Scholar Qin Jian, and yet he foolishly wanted Chu Feng to be his scapegoat.

Scholar Qin Jian wouldn’t agree.

Simply foolish.

Zuo Mjun glanced furtively at the displeased Scholar Qin Jian, as well as the two big figures Ye Yanying and Hu the Blind.

Soon, he fell into despair.

Black crows are all the same worldwide, and both Ye Yanying and Hu the Blind wore indifferent expressions.

Regarding such great interests, their stance remained shockingly consistent with Scholar Qin Jian’s.

"Do not bully people too much!" Zuo Mjun saw that things couldn’t be resolved peacefully, showing a trace of ferocity akin to a caged beast, ready to fight for freedom.

Even a rabbit bites when cornered.

What’s more, Zuo Mjun was never a virtuous person, nor an honest man.

A hint of frenzy emanated from Zuo Mjun.

Like a powder keg ignited, ready to explode at any moment. At the Earth Immortal Level, even if just a Lower Earth Immortal, when truly risking his life, he was formidable. Enough to pose a great threat to an Upper Earth Immortal.