Seizing Destiny From Heavens Hands

Chapter 346: Zhou Mingyi, You Have Clearly Underestimated the Power of a Genius Alchemist

"Good, good, good! I’ll have someone prepare it right away!"

Zhou Mingyi was overjoyed.

He had immense trust in Shen Mo’s abilities.

Since Shen Mo was so confident, he naturally had no doubts whatsoever.

"Daoist Shen, this is the Scorching Earth Sword Manual. I will now take you to your resting place."

"As for the pill refinement, there’s no rush—we can do it tomorrow."

Zhou Mingyi spoke happily.

"That works as well," Shen Mo nodded slightly.

Zhou Mingyi led Shen Mo through the Tianhe Merchant Association’s premises.

Eventually, they arrived at a tranquil courtyard.

A small pond lay within the courtyard, where a few golden fish swam leisurely.

Surrounding the area were lush green bamboo trees.

It seemed as though all the hustle and bustle of the outside world was sealed away from this place.

Standing here, one might believe they were deep in the mountains rather than in the heart of Jing Country’s bustling capital.

"This place is not bad," Shen Mo nodded slightly.

Zhou Mingyi laughed heartily. "Then, Daoist Shen, you may rest here."

"Rest assured, without my command, no one will disturb you."

"Alright."

After Zhou Mingyi left, Shen Mo carefully examined the courtyard.

There were no signs of danger, nor were there any formations designed to spy on him.

Only then did Shen Mo feel at ease. He sat down cross-legged.

Then, he took out the Scorching Earth Sword Manual.

It was an ancient scroll, rolled up like a manuscript.

Even without unfolding it, one could feel the fierce, raging flames surging within it.

If unfolded and infused with spiritual energy, it would unleash powerful fire-attributed sword energy, capable of cutting down any enemy that approached.

Even this Scorching Earth Sword Manual alone was equivalent to a top-tier Earth-rank spiritual weapon—something that would drive Divine Transformation Realm cultivators to fight over it.

After all, Heaven-rank spiritual weapons were not something one could acquire simply by wanting them.

Thus, for most Divine Transformation cultivators, a top-tier Earth-rank spiritual weapon was already the ultimate pursuit of a lifetime.

Shen Mo then took out the Frost Sword Art.

As soon as the two sword manuals came into contact, it was as if long-lost brothers had reunited in a foreign land.

They immediately clashed violently.

Buzz!

In an instant, sword energy overflowed, and brilliant light erupted.

Shen Mo frowned slightly and swiftly released his spiritual energy, sealing off the surrounding space to prevent any sword energy or light from leaking out.

The strange phenomenon lasted for a full half-hour before gradually subsiding.

What lay before Shen Mo now was an extraordinarily ancient and heavy sword manual.

He extended his hand and slowly unfolded it.

The more he unfolded, the more he could feel as if an unimaginably powerful ancient sword was sealed within.

Once fully opened, the sword’s energy would burst forth, slaying gods and demons alike!

This was a Heaven-rank spiritual weapon!

Unmatched in power!

Its might was overwhelming!

Shen Mo clicked his tongue in amazement. "As expected of the strongest treasure of the Burning Heaven Hall. Back then, Xiao Fan relied on this Sky-Slaying Sword Manual to dominate Jing Country."

"Now that the Scorching Earth and Frost Sword Art manuals are in my possession, only the Burning Heaven Sword Manual remains!"

A sharp glint flashed in his eyes.

This newly formed sword manual was now the strongest spiritual weapon in his arsenal.

With this, he had gained yet another trump card!

Outside Tianhe Merchant Association.

At a certain restaurant.

Bai Tianyuan sat in the highest room of the restaurant.

Leaning against the window, he could see the entrance of the Tianhe Merchant Association.

The table before him was filled with exquisite delicacies, yet he had no appetite.

Before long, a charming woman approached him.

She was the same female cultivator from the Tianhe Sect who had received Bai Tianyuan at the Tianhe Merchant Association.

"Alchemist Bai, I have important news for you," the woman said, her eyes glimmering.

Bai Tianyuan smiled slightly. "Speak. If your news is important enough, I can give you whatever you desire."

Greed flashed in the woman’s eyes as she hurriedly said, "President Zhou retrieved the Scorching Earth Sword Manual from the warehouse and gave it to a young man who had just arrived at the association!"

Bai Tianyuan’s expression immediately darkened. "What?! Who is this person?"

The woman shook her head. "President Zhou said he is an honored guest of the Tianhe Sect and called him ‘Daoist Shen.’ Beyond that, I know nothing."

Bai Tianyuan repeated the name to himself. "Daoist Shen… It seems he’s a Divine Transformation cultivator."

"Good. Your information is indeed valuable."

With a flip of his palm, Bai Tianyuan tossed over two pieces of top-grade spirit stones. "This is your reward."

"Keep monitoring the Tianhe Merchant Association from within. Find out this Daoist Shen’s true identity. If you succeed, I will reward you generously."

The woman’s eyes gleamed with excitement.

She was merely a Core Formation cultivator.

In her entire life, she had never even seen a top-grade spirit stone.

Now, Bai Tianyuan had casually given her two!

That was enough to buy countless pills and replace all her spiritual artifacts with far superior ones!

"Yes, yes, yes! I will keep watch and report to you the moment I have more information!" the woman said excitedly.

Bai Tianyuan waved his hand, and the woman quickly left.

His expression grew colder.

Staring at the bustling entrance of the Tianhe Merchant Association, he muttered, "He would rather give it to someone else than to me?"

"Zhou Mingyi, you have clearly underestimated the power of a genius alchemist!"

Tap, tap.

At that moment, footsteps approached.

Bai Tianyuan lifted his head and saw a slender figure wrapped in a tight black outfit, walking toward him with graceful steps.

His gaze softened instantly. "Ziyi, you’re here."

As he spoke, he pushed a long jade box toward her. "This is my gift for you."

The black-clad woman sat down before him.

A light veil covered the lower half of her face, but from her delicate brows and elegant nose, it was clear that she was an unparalleled beauty.

Seeing Bai Tianyuan, she did not display any warmth—she merely nodded slightly and reached for the jade box.

Opening it, she found an ancient scroll inside.

She frowned slightly, her voice as clear as flowing water. "This is not the Scorching Earth Sword Manual."

Bai Tianyuan hurriedly explained, "This is a sword manual I specially acquired. It also releases fire-attributed sword energy. It’s not much different from the Scorching Earth Sword Manual."

The woman closed the jade box and pushed it back. "I told you, I only want the Scorching Earth Sword Manual."

Bai Tianyuan looked troubled. "The Shadow Pavilion is the greatest sect in Longzhou. You can have anything—why do you insist on this broken top-tier Earth-rank spiritual artifact?"

The woman replied indifferently, "You promised me that you would get me the Scorching Earth Sword Manual."

"What’s wrong? The personal disciple of Elder Qingmu can’t even obtain a single top-tier Earth-rank artifact?"

Bai Tianyuan’s blood surged with frustration, his face turning red with anger. "Ziyi, it’s not that I can’t do it—it’s that Zhou Mingyi refuses to yield, no matter what I offer!"

"He insists that I exchange the Heavy Water Frost Pill formula for it…"

The woman no longer listened. She simply stood up, ready to leave. "Since you can’t obtain the Scorching Earth Sword Manual, stop bothering me."

"I’ll take it myself."

Bai Tianyuan quickly stepped forward. "Ziyi, listen to me! I may not have the Scorching Earth Sword Manual, but I’ve discovered some information."

"Zhou Mingyi gave it to a Divine Transformation cultivator. He called him Daoist Shen."

"That Daoist Shen is currently staying in a secluded courtyard within the Tianhe Merchant Association."

A sharp glint flashed in the woman’s eyes. "This information is somewhat useful."

Bai Tianyuan smiled. "Ziyi, at least I’ve helped you with this."

The woman nodded slightly. "Not bad. I’ll see you when I have time."

With that, she left without hesitation.

She did not care in the slightest that Bai Tianyuan was a prodigious alchemist.

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