Chapter 46: Each Gets What They Need

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  "What? You've arranged a marriage for me with Qingyu Xianjing?" Xie Li jumped up, despite his usual composure, he was shocked and lost all decorum upon hearing this news.

  Lin Heng spoke like an elder, saying: "You're already 15 years old, which isn't young. At your age, many in the countryside are already married and have their own families. The Qingyu Xianjing is a powerful and prestigious sect, and the person that Yu Xianzi has promised to marry you to is her most beloved youngest true disciple, who is only 14 years old but has reached the late stage of the second rank. I've seen her before, she's absolutely a little beauty..."

  "No way, absolutely not!" Xie Li didn't let him finish speaking, and waved his hands loudly: "A great man's career is not yet established, how can he have a family? My life's work is to cultivate martial arts, and now I'm still only at the second rank, how can I start a family and increase distractions on my path to cultivating martial arts? Moreover, you speak so well, why don't you arrange a marriage for yourself. Don't mention that Ye Xiaocui is a heavenly beauty, it's said that Fang Lanlan, the future head of the Fang clan, is also a stunning beauty..."

  Xie Li went on and on, until he reached Lin Heng's head. This man was not afraid of heaven or earth, but most feared this kind of ambiguous relationship between men and women. So even though he had always been like an elder brother to Lin Heng, he didn't give him any face.

  "She, they're going to "Huojing Mine". The "Fengyan" below, we can't be too disadvantaged. I think that such a precious thing is only worth 60 million yuan of crystal stone per year, it's absolutely not worth it. So I was thinking for your sake, and brought back her true disciple to help you hook up with her. How come you're so bad at math? You got this beautiful little woman as your wife, many people are envious but can't get her."

  "No way! I'd rather give them that inferno for free than bring that woman back."

  Other elders of the Council did not think so, Qingyu Xianjing had a strength that was not inferior to Xuantian Sect. And this marriage was not an ordinary disciple's affectionate union, as it involved Xie Li, the young master of the sect and the true heir of Qingyu Xianjing, equivalent to a political marriage, equivalent to forming a deep alliance.

  If this marriage is successful, Xuantian Sect or other major forces will have to consider Qingyu Xianjing when dealing with Weiyin Sect again.

  And as Lin Huan said, blind marriages at the age of fifteen are almost universal in this world.

  Even if these old guys got married back in the day, they would have just listened to the matchmaker's words and met once before getting married the next day, which is nothing unusual.

  "Qingyu Xianjing" agreed to use the marriage of a true disciple as an alliance, which is something that many small sects dream of.

  "In this matter, I am absolutely on Lin's side, it's just a temporary alliance by marriage."

  It's not that they have to get married immediately. If the young master wants to focus on his martial arts training now, it might be distracting. At worst, they can just bring her into the household after she turns 18."

  "This marriage is a rare and joyful event that brings us great benefits without any harm. I've also heard that the youngest disciple is deeply loved by the Jade Maiden, if we were to welcome her into our Hidden Sect..." Several elder council members began to persuade Zhai Lie with their opinions.

  Lin Heng secretly manipulated people, whether this matter succeeded or failed was entirely up to Wei Yin's decision, he just casually moved his lips.

  Lin Xiang's intention in making the bet was not to hug Qing Yu's thigh, but rather because at that time, he couldn't think of any other conditions to make things difficult for Qing Yu, and yet only collecting 6,000 yuan crystals per year made him feel like he was being taken advantage of, which was very annoying, so he thought of adding this condition.

  As for Xie Li's worried and bitter face, that's his problem.

  Lin Heng agreed to carve the Jade Immortal because from her attitude, he saw that "Burning Flame" was extremely important to Qingyu Xianjing, and she would stop at nothing to get it. The Jade Immortal proposed this condition as a courtesy before taking action, not wanting to tear off the facade, but if rejected, the other party would definitely resort to unscrupulous means to seize it. At that time, not only would the "Fire Crystal Pulse Mine" be lost, but it would also bring great crisis to the Weihui Sect.

  Back in the cave mansion, Lin Feng's thoughts returned to "The Crucible of Hell".

  It's already a "melting pot hell". You can't help but go there yourself.

  "The birth of the 'Furnace Hell' has attracted countless powerful individuals, with the mighty sects of Mo Xu, Xuan Tian and Cang Yu sending their elite members. As the saying goes, human hearts are treacherous, greedy and jealous, and such a large gathering of suspicious characters is bound to be perilous. Just imagining it is enough to know that this journey will be extremely dangerous."

  It's already difficult to save one's life, and to obtain the treasure inside and escape unscathed is no easier than ascending to heaven.

  But on second thought, the way of martial arts has always been turbulent and stormy, only then can one temper their mind and cultivate bravery.

  Too steady and too stable can make people stagnant.

  Li Shi received a positive response from Lin Heng, and he was overjoyed. However, when he heard that he had to bring the people of Qingyu Xianjing with him, he suddenly hesitated again.

  If she were accompanied by Lin, they wouldn't draw attention and could keep a low profile. Now with the addition of those women from Qingyu Xianjing, it's really drawing too much attention. But if Lin weren't there, I'm afraid she wouldn't even have the chance to get in?

  She thought for a moment and said: "If Qingyu Xianjing is going to follow us, then we need to change the way of cooperation."

  "I can make another copy of the map, as long as you break through the big formation and lead me inside. Then I'll give you this copied map, and we'll go our separate ways. As for the treasure obtained, it naturally belongs to whoever gets it."

  It's clear she doesn't want to stay with Qingyu Xianjing.

  The Qingyu Xianjing is too crowded and attracts too much attention, although the cultivations are all above fifth-grade, even sixth-grade, but it's actually a burden.

  Li Shi's approach is indeed the best way.

  But Lin Hong hesitated, I only roughly looked at the map once, if I break the formation and lead you in, what if you bring a fake copy of the map at that time, wouldn't I be deceived.

  Li Shi also thought of this problem at this time, and after a moment's consideration, he said: "In that case, I will give you the original map of the well when the time comes. I will take the copied map and go inside."

  It had come to this point, and there was nothing for it but to nod in agreement at once.

  Li Shi has agreed on this side, next is Qing Yu Xian Jing's side.

  Lin Heng came to Hongshui Zong again and brought Xie Li along with him.

  This little guy, after being bombarded by several elderly council members' lengthy lectures, finally couldn't resist and surrendered. Lin Heng pushed him towards Yan Ruyan and said: "Yan Zongzhu, this is the future husband of your junior sister apprentice. He came this time just to see your junior sister."

  Yan Ruyan had seen Xie Li before, but they hadn't had a chance encounter like this until today, so she took the opportunity to size him up more carefully.

  Xie Liyi suddenly looked like a little adult, his face red and his ears burning, he couldn't help but look up.

  Watching Xie Laiyuan leave, Lin Litian brought up the main topic: "Xianzi, if we cooperate, I'll agree to it."

  "But I have a few conditions."

  The Jade Fairy nodded as expected and said, "Mm, go on."

  "Firstly, before departure 'the sky curtain' must be in my hands."

  The Jade Fairy nodded and said, "Alright."

  "Secondly, in this cooperation, I want absolute command. In other words, at critical moments, you must listen to me, Qingyu Xianjing."

  The Xiangyu Xianjing group consisted of ten people, with Fang Qingshuang as their leader.

  But after all, they are people from two different sides, and he doesn't know the other's true nature. If it were a teammate as useless as a pig, he wouldn't want to go die for nothing. Moreover, in terms of combat effectiveness, having a unified command is necessary.

  The jade fairy was silent, her face full of thoughtful expressions.

  Lin Huan naturally understood that she was also worried about the same thing, and didn't believe in her own strength, fearing that she would be a teammate like a pig.

  After a sip of tea, the Jade Fairy shook her head and said: "No way. At most I'll let Blue reference your opinion, but absolutely won't follow only you."

  This journey is fraught with danger, full of crises. If Lin Huan treats the Qingyu Xianjing disciples as cannon fodder, going wherever there's danger, isn't that just sending them to their deaths? Moreover, if everything is left up to Lin Huan, then this trip loses its training significance.

  Lin Heng narrowed his eyes and thought for a moment, on this issue, Jade Fairy obviously would not easily give in.

  After a while, he shook his head and said, "What if we have different opinions? Who should we listen to?"

  "When the time comes, Lan Er will naturally make her choice. Since we are cooperating, we are naturally on the same boat. What is meant by 'one prospering together and one suffering together' - she wouldn't intentionally let this boat sink."

  Lin Heng shook his head and said, "This time the number of strong people is countless, but we have different opinions at all times, leading to disputes. This cooperation will not increase our strength, but rather become a burden to us."

  "Absolutely not," replied the Jade Fairy firmly. "If it were up to you, I wouldn't entrust their lives to anyone's hands. They are the elites of our Qingyu Xianjing."

  "In that case, if I can crack the grand formation, then after leading them into the Furnace Hell, our cooperation will end and we'll go our separate ways. Each person's obtained treasures will belong to themselves, avoiding any disputes."

  Logically speaking, he is undoubtedly at a great disadvantage. If he were to obtain the treasure, according to the original agreement, he would get two-thirds of it, while Qingyu Xianzong has ten people and only gets one-third.

  However, in reality, he was very clever. He knew that when the time came, he would get Li Shi's map and have a much greater chance of finding the treasure than these people. These people were likely to get stuck inside for half a circle and might even get caught by the defenses inside, let alone getting their hands on the treasure.

  In other words, with this change, he can get all the treasures without having to share one-third of them as a burden.

  Anyway, bringing a Li Shi is also bringing, bringing this group of disciples is also bringing, what's important is that he got the coveted "Tian Tian Teng".

  But the Qingyu Xianjing looks even more worthwhile, paying out a "Tianteng Vine" can actually get the opportunity to enter the "Melting Furnace Hell", if it makes other sects envy to death!

  Diaoyu Xianzi naturally agreed, in her eyes, Lin Hang's greatest use was to break the big formation. Qingyun Xianjing had ten disciples go, but only got one-third of the treasure, she was originally unwilling. Lin Hang proposed this plan, how could she refuse?

  Lin Heng couldn't help but feel amused by her straightforward response.

  If you knew I still had "Furnace Hell" map, you'd probably regret crashing into the wall to death.

  But since the other party thinks they've taken advantage of her, they can't just let her off like that.

  He said: "But in that case, I'm not worth much. Taking you guys in once will only get one 'Tian Tian Teng'. That's too cheap."

  Diao Yu Xianzi was indeed honest, feeling that she had taken advantage of the situation. Hearing Lin's words, it seemed like he still had some requests, so she said: "Sir Lin, please speak directly, as long as we are satisfied with the Clear Jade Immortal Realm, we will definitely agree."

  Lin furrowed his brow, pretending to be deep in thought, before saying: "Last time I tried two cups of 'Peach Blossom Three Seasons Fragrance' here, and the aftertaste lingered for a long time."

  He coughed and said, "Jade Fairy, you are straightforward and I'm happy to cooperate with you. In that case, just give me five catties of 'Peach Blossom Three Seasons Fragrance'."

  The jade fairy's eyes were suspicious as she looked him up and down, naturally not believing that Lin would go back and savor the aftertaste for a long time.

  After a while, it seemed that nothing was found, and then said: "Lin Gongzi, you are a lion with a big mouth. This thing is extremely rare and precious, made from the top-quality essence of Taohua, the king of peaches from the thousand-year-old icy land, after decades of special soaking and refining. Just one or two liang (a unit of weight) are priceless. Now I only have about 2 jin (another unit of weight) left, and you opened your mouth to ask for five jin?"

  Lin Heng's face showed a hint of embarrassment, and he forced a smile, saying: "I'm ignorant, so two catties it is. I'll take them all."

  Your grandfather, no matter how precious you are, can't compare with the treasures of the ancient secret land!

  The jade fairy's eyes revealed a reluctant look, and after a while, she gritted her teeth and said, "Alright, deal."

  Lin Heng saw her pitiful appearance and lazily replied: "Set off after two arrows, I'll come to gather here at that time."

  In the grand hall of Xuantian Sect, the sect master Ning Xun sat in the center, his face gaunt and slender, with a middle-aged appearance.

  And below are a group of true disciples, with several elder statesmen on either side.

  "Lu Qi, this time you'll be leading the team and meeting up with the elder in front. He will hand over all intelligence to you. This time not only are the elites of various sects coming out, but also the ancient sects outside are inserting a leg. You must be cautious and careful, for our Xuan Tian Sect to take back some treasures and gain some face."

  A young man of twenty-three or four years old, standing in the front row, stepped forward and bowed his head: "Lu Qi has accepted the order. The patriarch and several elders can rest assured that Lu Qi will not return empty-handed."

  "In the Crucible of Hell, your most important opponents are Changshan from Mòsuì Jīnzōng and Yīng Shǎofēng from Cángyǔmén. They are both young and talented. Although no one has explicitly stated it, everyone knows that this is a rehearsal for the future. Eventually, the fate of the sects will be left in your hands. This battle must be fought beautifully; if you win the first battle, you will leave them with a psychological shadow forever. As for Fāng Lánlán from Qīngyù Xiān Jìng, although she has received careful cultivation from Yàoyù Xiānzǐ, she is still a weak and delicate woman. The gap between Qīngyù Xiān Jìng and the other two major sects is not too large, so there's no need to worry too much."

  Lu Qi's eyes surged with a fierce and stern battle intent, he was a sixth-grade cultivator, representing the second most outstanding and top-notch strength of the Xuantian Sect. The three major sects, Mo Tai Forbidden Sect, Xuantian Sect, and Cang Yu Men, had always been openly competing and secretly fighting, and this trip to the Furnace Hell was not only an opportunity to obtain ancient treasures and greatly increase their strength, but also related to the ranking of the three sects.

  If they can defeat the other two and obtain the ancient treasure, the Xuantian Sect will absolutely increase its reputation and suppress the other two sects in terms of momentum.

  Of course, as Zongzhux Ningxun said, Qingyuxianjing was originally quite powerful.

  But after all, she is a female cultivator, and Fang Lanlan has always only practiced within the sect, rarely going out to gain experience, he simply doesn't need to pay attention to her.

  "All ancient treasures in the Furnace Hell belong to my Xuantian Sect! Whoever dares to touch them will surely die!"