The Extreme Alchemist of the Mighty Cauldron

Chapter 700: Chapter 700: You Are All My Prey

The Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng gave Fang Lin a sleazy sideways glance, its face saying, ‘I’ve thoroughly seen through what you’re thinking, kid.’

Fang Lin felt slightly embarrassed, while the others stared in surprise at the Thousand-year Ginseng in his hand.

Only Dugu Nian knew of the existence of the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng, so she didn’t show any surprise.

“Fang Lin, why did you bring out a carrot? And it’s even a talking one at that,” Wang Erdan said, gazing at the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng with a puzzling look.

Before Fang Lin could respond, the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng got offended. Hands on hips, it glared at Wang Erdan, “Open your dog eyes and look properly. I am not a carrot, I am a noble ginseng. And it’s you who’s turned into a spirit, your whole family has! I am a Heavenly Earth Spirit Seed. You understand nothing, you snot-nosed kid!”

The others grimaced, especially Fang Lin, who immediately punched the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng.

“You demon carrot, dare to curse me? I will cook you!” A furious Wang Erdan was ready to fight the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng to the death.

Fang Lin laughed, “Don’t quarrel with this creature. It’s supposed to scout the path for us.”

“Fang Lin, what exactly is this?” Mei Yingxue asked curiously.

Fang Lin touched his nose, not quite knowing how to explain. Meanwhile, the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng, looking at Mei Yingxue with a lewd smile, said: “This lady has a pretty appearance. I take a fancy to you. How about following me? You could live in luxury and perhaps bear me a couple of fat little boys.”

Mei Yingxue was taken aback. Known for her emotionless demeanor and ethereal beauty, she was now visibly upset by the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng’s outrageous words.

Panicked, Fang Lin clamped a hand over the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng’s mouth before it could spew out any more shocking words.

“Miss Mei, never mind it, it’s just an empty talker,” Fang Lin explained to Mei Yingxue with a highly embarrassed expression.

“Haha, Old Pickle, you seem to be more shameless now,” Dugu Nian laughed.

The Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng turned its gaze to Dugu Nian and smirked, “Little girl, when are you going to have a child for this Fang Lin fellow? Judging by your appearance, you should be readied.”

“Ah! I’ll kill you!” Dugu Nian, flushed with embarrassment and anger, immediately started yanking the arms and legs of the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng, which shrieked in pain.

However, the others were observing Fang Lin and Dugu Nian with suggestive looks. Fang Lin didn’t mind, but Dugu Nian turned red with embarrassment and glared fiercely at the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng.

“Alright, it’s time to get down to business. Go in and explore,” Fang Lin told the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng, pointing to the ancient battlefield ahead.

The Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng glanced at Fang Lin, “If you want me to work, let’s see your sincerity first.”

Fang Lin, feeling helpless, said, “Ten Ancient medicinal herbs.”

“Deal.” The Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng immediately perked up and sprang from Fang Lin’s hand.

Everyone watched as the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng entered the ancient battlefield. It appeared cautious, but there was no sign of anything going awry.

After a while, the Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng even turned to give Fang Lin and others a smug look.

Everyone exhaled in relief, then cautiously entered the ancient battlefield.

However, their expressions immediately changed upon entering.

“Something’s not right! I can’t use my Inner Strength!” Steward Shen announced, his face pale.

Not just him, everyone else also realized this and showed looks of panic.

“Calm down!” Fang Lin said with a frown. He also couldn’t use his Inner Strength. It seemed as if a certain force existed in the ancient battlefield, sealing their Inner Strength.

“What are you guys doing? You’ve entered, but you’re all looking miserable?” The Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng scoffed ahead of them.

Ignoring it, Fang Lin, and others examined their own conditions. Thankfully, other than being unable to use their Inner Strength, everything else was normal.

But the inability to use their Inner Strength was troublesome enough. After all, a Martial Artist’s power largely depends on their use of Inner Strength.

Without Inner Strength, or without being able to use it, their power would be severely affected. At the moment, everyone felt insecure about their inability to use Inner Strength. If there was danger, their ability to protect themselves would greatly decrease.

“Should we continue forward or back out now?” Wang Erdan asked. Without Inner Strength, even he, usually fearless, was feeling uneasy.

Just as everyone was hesitating, a masked man suddenly appeared in the ancient battlefield.

“Eh?” Everyone turned to look at him and were immediately shocked because they sensed Inner Strength emanating from this masked man.

“It’s you again!” Fang Lin said with a stern voice.

The masked man wore a grey suit and gazed at Fang Lin and the others with a completely cold expression, his eyes filled with a hint of scorn.

“Fang Lin, you shouldn’t have come here,” the masked man said, his tone impassive.

Fang Lin scoffed, “Gu Hanshan, seeing as things have come to this, what are you still wearing this mask for? Can’t face me?”

Gu Hanshan let out a quiet laugh, “Since you know who I am, why bother whether I wear a mask or not?”

Fang Lin snorted, “I’m not interested in whether you wear a mask or not. You’re here, are you ready to fight? Where’s Zhou Yishui? Is he hiding somewhere, planning to ambush us?”

Gu Hanshan smiled lightly, “Zhou Yishui isn’t here. He has more important things to do. Perhaps if you survive today, you might get to see him.”

Hearing that, Fang Lin sensed a hint of danger. Gu Hanshan’s ability to use Inner Strength in the ancient battlefield was highly threatening.

The Thousand-year Corpse Ginseng had already slithered back into Fang Lin’s Nine Palace Bag, running faster than anyone else at the sight of danger.@@novelbin@@

“Gu Hanshan, it’s time to end our feuds. Since I let you live this long, why not send you to see your father today?” Fang Lin said coldly.

Gu Hanshan burst into laughter, “What qualifies you to confront me here? You can’t even use your Inner Strength. To me, you’re nothing more than lambs waiting to be slaughtered.”

“Fang Lin, we should retreat first. This place is highly unfavorable for us,” Mei Yingxue whispered.

“Sadly, you can’t leave now even if you want to,” Gu Hanshan said, breaking a Jade Slip immediately after speaking.

The Jade Slip disintegrated into a ray of light, falling outside the ancient battlefield.

“Now, you’re all my prey, and this is your burial ground.” As Gu Hanshan finished speaking, he reached up and removed his mask.