Record of a Demon's Cultivation-Chapter 578: Spirit Candle Fruit in Hand

Translator: Cinder Translations

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"One should act for oneself; otherwise, Heaven will strike down upon them. Han Wu-you, as cultivators, for the sake of longevity, even our closest kin can be abandoned. What can the sect count for? I believe, with your sharp wit and intelligence, you will be able to complete this task," Song Wen said.

Han Wu appeared deep in thought, not immediately responding to Song Wen.

Song Wen took out a communication jade slip and handed it over.

"If you are uncertain for now, you may return and think it over. I've set a condition that is valid for one year. As long as you can provide me with satisfactory information, you will receive a Golden Core Pill."

Han Wu suddenly looked up, his gaze locking onto Song Wen.

"I dare ask, Senior, how can you prove you can offer a Golden Core Pill? If I take the risk of gathering information, and you fail to provide the Golden Core Pill, won't I be wasting my time?"

"This is simple."

Song Wen smiled slightly, and a jade bottle appeared suddenly in front of Han Wu, floating in mid-air.

"You may identify it yourself. Is the pill inside this bottle a Golden Core Pill?"

Han Wu grasped the jade bottle with one hand, and with the other, he uncorked the bottle. His eyes gleamed as he observed the contents.

"It really is a Golden Core Pill!" Han Wu murmured softly.

Song Wen waved his hand, and the jade bottle left Han Wu's grip and flew back to him.

Taking the bottle, Song Wen said, "Now, I believe you can trust me. Let's put this matter aside for now. Let's discuss the trade of the Spirit Candle Fruit. I offer thirty top-grade spirit stones for the three Spirit Candle Fruits in your possession. How does that sound?"

"Well..." Han Wu hesitated slightly. "I want forty top-grade spirit stones. Also, I would like Senior to make a promise."

"A promise?" Song Wen asked.

"That within one year, the Golden Core Pill will not be traded to anyone else. In one year, I will definitely provide Senior with the information you seek," Han Wu said.

Song Wen didn't hesitate. "Agreed. When shall we make the trade?"

"Anytime. The Spirit Candle Fruits are ripe, and I've already picked them and placed them in my cave. However, I would prefer to decide the trade location," Han Wu said.

Song Wen smiled slightly.

Han Wu, being cautious, wanted to set the trade location himself, likely to avoid the risk of Song Wen taking advantage and killing him for the treasure.

"Where would you like to trade?"

"Outside the Earth Soil Spirit Field's mountain gate."

Song Wen nodded. "As you wish. In two quarters of an hour, Jing Kai will be waiting for you outside the mountain gate of the Ling Field."

Han Wu, hearing this, glanced at Song Wen with a somewhat puzzled expression. It seemed that Song Wen wasn't going to handle the trade personally but had instead sent Jing Kai to do so.

However, this was good news for Han Wu.

After all, trading with Jing Kai meant he didn't have to worry about any danger during the exchange.

Han Wu stood up. "Senior, then I will go ahead and return to my cave to fetch the Spirit Candle Fruits."

Song Wen nodded.

After Han Wu left, Song Wen called for Jing Kai to enter the private room, handed him a storage bag, and instructed him to go to the Earth Soil Spirit Field to make the trade with Han Wu.

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Jing Kai and Han Wu's trade went smoothly.

Before long, Jing Kai returned to the Shadow City, carrying a jade box containing the three Spirit Candle Fruits, and handed it over to Song Wen.

Song Wen took the Spirit Candle Fruits from Jing Kai and then handed him another storage bag.

"Here are one thousand middle-grade spirit stones, a reward for your efforts."

Jing Kai put away the storage bag, looking as if he had something to say but was hesitant.

"Young friend Jing, between you and me, there's no need for hesitation. Feel free to speak your mind," Song Wen said.

Jing Kai asked, "Junior wants to know, what task do you have for Han Wu? What he can do, I can do as well."

Song Wen grinned.

He knew that Jing Kai was also interested in obtaining a Golden Core Pill.

However, the investigation into the cultivators practicing the "Corpse King Blood Refining Technique" could not be entrusted to Jing Kai.

The reason being that Jing Kai's master, Yu Qi, was the one who practiced that technique. If Jing Kai were to investigate this matter, he might begin to suspect the cause of Yu Qi's death.

Moreover, Song Wen was quite impressed with Han Wu's cautious and prudent approach.

When they were in the Listening Tide Pavilion's private room, Han Wu had never once inquired about Song Wen's identity. This showed that Han Wu was a careful and pragmatic person, aware of when to advance and when to retreat.

Song Wen trusted Han Wu with the task.

"As for the Golden Core Pill, once I acquire one, I can easily acquire a second. As long as you assist me well, the benefits will be yours," Song Wen said.

Jing Kai's expression brightened. "May I ask, is there any other task that Senior requires me to handle?"

Song Wen replied, "For now, there is no task for you. You may return to the Corpse King Valley. If I require your assistance in the future, I will contact you."

Jing Kai's face showed some disappointment.

"Understood, Senior."

After bidding Jing Kai farewell, Song Wen took out the communication jade slip for Zhu Yin.

[Zhu Yin, my task has been handled. I am ready to depart for the Liangyi Sect.]

[In one hour, we will meet on the southern coast of Wu Ji Island.] Zhu Yin replied.

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On the vast ocean, a small flying ship was speeding through the sky.

"Zhu Yin, do you have any plans for this matter?" Song Wen asked.

Zhu Yin replied, "To obtain the Purple Spirit Ginseng, there are two main paths. First, we can try to enter the secret realm of the Illusory Spirit Valley and search for the Purple Spirit Ginseng ourselves. Second, we can find someone who has entered the secret realm and acquire it from them."

"Which path do you prefer?" Song Wen asked.

"I won't rely on others. I intend to enter the secret realm myself," Zhu Yin said, exuding a strong confidence.

Song Wen replied, "The Illusory Spirit Valley is a unique secret realm of the Liangyi Sect. It won't be easy to gain entry."

Zhu Yin said, "I've investigated, and the one responsible for opening the Illusory Spirit Valley secret realm is Taoist Lan Yin. She has some connections with my master. I plan to personally visit her and ask for a chance to enter the secret realm."

Song Wen asked, "How confident are you in this plan?"

Zhu Yin replied, "I don't have much confidence, it all depends on Taoist Lan Yin's decision. If she refuses, then we will have to find another way."

Song Wen's expression showed some concern.

"Isn't it too risky for us to try to enter the secret realm? After all, we are not from the Liangyi Sect. Inside the secret realm, we may become targets and be attacked by their cultivators. Moreover, to avoid causing enmity with the Liangyi Sect, we may be forced to hold back and not be able to fight freely. Wouldn't that put us in danger?"

Zhu Yin replied, "Your concern is valid, but that's something to consider later. Right now, we need to focus on how to enter the secret realm. Otherwise, it will all be for nothing."

Less than half a month later, they arrived at the Liangyi Sect.

By the time they arrived, it was getting late. After resting in Four Symbols City for the night, they set off the next morning for one of the Liangyi Sect's Extreme Islands, the North Extreme Island.

TL/N: Liangyi sect is divided into two islands, symbolizing the Yin Yang symbol.

When they were still several dozen miles away from North Extreme Island, they were stopped.

Ahead of them, on a floating island, a Foundation Realm cultivator spoke.

"May I ask where the two seniors come from and what business brings you to the Liangyi Sect?"

(End of the Chapter)

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