Two Worlds: Demonic Cultivator with His Zombie Materials-Chapter 54 - 53: Ghost Soldiers as Bodyguards, Methods of Control

Chapter 54: Chapter 53: Ghost Soldiers as Bodyguards, Methods of Control

"Today, I’ve gathered you here for just one request."

As he spoke, Zheng Yi scanned the crowd present.

Due to the current environment of the Qi Family, these collateral descendants do not have very high cultivation realms; those present were all at about the third or fourth layer of Qi Cultivation, essentially a bunch of Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals.

Although Zheng Yi’s strength was ostensibly only at the fifth layer of Qi Cultivation, no one dared to treat him like an ordinary Middle Stage cultivator.

Didn’t they see what happened to the three brothers of the Qi Family’s main lineage, like Qi Yuan Sect? If there had been any corpses left, the grass on their graves would have grown tall by now.

"Sir, please give your orders!"

Qi Lin said respectfully.

The others followed his lead, bowing respectfully. Many knew that the mining site in Badong Town had long changed hands, and Zheng Yi, the new person in charge, needed more allies.

Didn’t they see how Qi Lin, originally marginalized, turned his fortune around by clinging to this powerful patron, and now even the entire Qi Family was managed by him?

These collateral descendants newly promoted were ready to make their presence felt, eager in anticipation as Zheng Yi prepared to give orders.

Glancing around, Zheng Yi extended his right hand, where a flash of white light appeared in his palm.

When everyone looked again, they saw in his palm a cyan object resembling amber, with what seemed to be mist swirling inside.

In an instant, the air around fell silent as everyone looked at Zheng Yi in astonishment.

It was an Essence Stone made from refining Resentful Ghosts, though this piece didn’t appear to be of high grade, it was of excellent quality, and from afar they could sense the pure Yin Qi contained within.

Such items were absolutely hard currency in the Demon Realm, comparable to Spirit Stones, and if the Qi Family possessed a large quantity of such pure Essence Stones, it would be difficult for their Commerce Association not to rise again.

"If I were to organize a caravan with resources of such quality Essence Stones, who among you would be willing to go?"

The group exchanged glances and, led by Qi Lin, they all stood up and bowed.

"Willing to relieve you of your worries, my lord."

"Excellent!"

Witnessing their performance, Zheng Yi nodded slightly and followed with a wave, unleashing a sinister mist that revealed shadows shrouded within it.

Their dark bodies were armored, holding a long saber, enveloped entirely in a formless Black Evil, hiding their features with only hollow black eyes exposed, flickering with a cruel red light.

"Traveling outside is incredibly dangerous; these Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts will ensure your safety."

Under Zheng Yi’s gaze, including Qi Lin, now the actual authority of the Qi Family, they did not hesitate to begin refining the Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts.

Since they wished to cling to this patron, how could they hope to earn their trust without some sacrifice? Thus, proving their loyalty was undoubtedly necessary.

Once their breathing steadied, they immediately felt a powerful force dwelling within them, a force not their own, yet available for their use.

Almost at once, someone couldn’t resist urging the power of the Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts, and the resultant punch wind immediately elevated their strength to a higher level.

Moreover, they could summon the Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts for protection at any time, ensuring impeccable safety.

Merely refining a single Yin Soldier or Fierce Ghost brought everyone’s strength to the level of the Qi Cultivation Fifth or Sixth Layers, belonging to the Middle Tier of battle strength.

Additionally, since the Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts were born for combat, when summoned as protectors, ordinary cultivators of the same level would not necessarily be their match.

"Thank you for the reward, my lord."

The group could hardly contain their excitement. Just one audience and such useful Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts were bestowed upon them, increasing their safety when traveling outside.

Of course, they were well-aware that refining the Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts given by Zheng Yi was akin to implanting a time bomb of Yin Thunder within them.

After all, these Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts were not turned into energy, but rather served as bodyguards, providing them with an additional layer of protection.

Nonetheless, the true controller of these Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts remained this lord before them.

Even so, everyone was eager to proceed.

At this point, refusing meant death; if one wished to exit midway, they’d be carried out as a corpse.

Furthermore, glory and wealth were right before them, and past circumstances only elevated them slightly above bottom-rung status, who would be willing to forego this opportunity?

After all, while the powerful patron was right in front, not everyone had this chance to cling onto them easily.

"Rewards for merits, punishments for mistakes."

"You can go prepare; Qi Lin will be responsible for this matter."

Zheng Yi waved slightly, and after saluting, they withdrew and left.

"There’s no other way to liquidate the resources from the Doomsday World than by this method."

Even though the Doomsday World contained abundant demon cultivation materials, transforming them into Spirit Stones was exceedingly challenging.

After all, each world has its own imprint, especially those cunning monsters that have lived for centuries.

Should this matter be mishandled, leading to detection, it wouldn’t bode well for Zheng Yi.

Currently, Zheng Yi’s realm remains low, requiring minimal cultivation resources that the Doomsday World can augment; but what about the future?

All kinds of elixir pills, flying swords, magical artifacts, etc., have no substitutes found in the Doomsday World, and all require purchase with Spirit Stones.

Cultivation is no small expenditure.

Consequently, Zheng Yi targeted the Essence Stones refined from Resentful Ghosts and Fierce Ghosts. Last time in Blood Mist Abyss City, he spent two Hundred-Year-Old Cyan Ghost refined spiritual materials as bribes to the sect stewards for the qualification of an Inner Sect Disciple.

Land, Dharma, Wealth, and Companions!

Wealth signifies Spirit Stones, and without adequate Spirit Stones, Zheng Yi couldn’t manage the necessary magical artifacts, elixir pills, or flying swords.

In the Doomsday World, aside from zombies, the most prevalent were those Resentful Ghosts akin to wandering spirits, in overwhelming numbers; nearly every area with abundant Yin Qi teemed with Resentful Ghosts, easily refined into Essence Stones with untraceable origins.

Moreover, these Essence Stones are remarkably practical, essential for demon cultivators. Whether in artifact refining, alchemy, or cultivation, Essence Stones are needed.

The demand is enormous, thus, even if Zheng Yi produces and sells in large quantities, it’s merely a drop in the ocean, making no waves in the market.

Assigning Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts to these individuals serves dual purposes: ensuring their protection due to their low realms, and monitoring them in case of any dissent; Zheng Yi could promptly activate the Yin Soldiers and Fierce Ghosts to control them.

Afterward, Zheng Yi summoned Qi Lin separately, handing him a storage pouch filled with Essence Stones, instructing him to proceed cautiously.

Prioritizing safety, he advised small-scale, frequent sales to avoid attracting unwanted attention.

Qi Lin expressed understanding, then went off to prepare the trade caravan.