Chapter 386

Chapter 386: I’ll See Who Dares to Stop Me!

In this situation, the cultivators present did not want to leave in frustration. Instead, they gathered together to find a solution.

However, the suggestion made by the Mid Spirit Transformation realm cultivator had clearly been dismissed by everyone.

Although they knew quite a few Void Refinement stage cultivators, it was difficult to find them in this secret realm where messaging talismans were ineffective.

Even if they found one, they couldn’t be sure if that Void Refinement stage senior would be willing to help, as it did not concern his own interests.

Moreover, the cultivators waiting here had another goal: to gather enough people to balance the power through their collective strength.

Though it wasn’t openly stated, this was the shared thought among the cultivators present.

After the suggestion for outside help was silently rejected, the cultivators fell silent again.

Unable to mine and not wishing to leave, they could only practice here; at least the spiritual energy in the secret realm was abundant, so it wasn’t a total loss.

However, upon hearing what had transpired, Ji Yang’s face turned cold as he shouted:

"This is outrageous!"

Hearing Ji Yang’s furious shout, the crowd turned to look at him and nodded in agreement.

It truly was outrageous.

But upon seeing Ji Yang’s Golden Core Stage realm, many turned their gazes away.

If those words had come from a high-level cultivator, they might have felt some hope, but coming from a Golden Core stage cultivator, the urgency lacked strength.

Ji Yang said nothing more and turned to head towards the mine.

He wanted to see what realm the cultivator occupying this place was.

How could he prevent him from mining? This was clearly obstructing his path and was unforgivable!

As Ji Yang stepped forward, preparing to enter the mine, the crowd was taken aback by his intentions to stand up for everyone.

At that moment, one person hurriedly spoke up:

"Fellow Daoist, please wait! I think it’s better for us to endure for now."

"Among those disciples from the Qianji Gate, one has reached the Void Refinement stage, and his puppets are at the Mid Void Refinement level. Such puppets cannot be resisted by cultivators of the same level."

"Even though he is at a higher realm, if we gather a few more Spirit Transformation Stage cultivators, it won’t be impossible to battle him."

"There’s no need for you to risk your life now; waiting a couple more days wouldn’t hurt."

The others nodded in agreement:

"What this Daoist says makes sense!"

"Indeed, we should wait for a few more fellow Daoists; that’s the way to resolve this."

Listening to their persuasion, Ji Yang waved his hand slightly:

"Thank you, but I can’t wait any longer!"

"I want to mine right now, and I’ll see who dares to stop me!"

Hearing Ji Yang’s bold words, the crowd shook their heads again.

There was no hope left.

A Golden Core stage cultivator from a large sect, even with some abilities, would not stand a chance against a Void Refinement stage cultivator. Moreover, this was a secret realm, not the Cultivation World; no one would care about your sect affiliation.

If it weren’t for the fact that Ji Yang was a disciple from a large sect and surely had some means, they wouldn’t have even bothered to persuade him earlier.

Now, seeing Ji Yang determined to throw himself into danger, the others no longer stopped him. They simply waited quietly, preparing to watch the show.

“Ha, what a big tone!”

At that moment, a voice came from the mine.

As the voice echoed, several figures emerged from within.

Ji Yang looked up and saw a few disciples from the Tianji Gate appear before him, all of whom were at the Spirit Transformation Stage, with the leader being at the Void Refinement stage.

It seemed this person was the one everyone spoke of, the Void Refinement stage cultivator from the Qianji Gate who occupied this mine.

What caught the eye was not just the Void Refinement stage cultivator, but rather a towering humanoid puppet beside him.

The puppet had Three Heads and Six Arms, and each arm radiated a powerful aura of magical treasures, clearly crafted with skill.

Its Mid Void Refinement aura was even more impressive, adding a strong sense of pressure to its tall stature.

Looking at the fierce and imposing puppet before him, Ji Yang felt a hint of surprise.

The Qianji Gate truly deserved its reputation as a large sect in the Cultivation World; they seemed to have some remarkable things.

The one who just spoke was not the Void Refinement stage cultivator but a nearby Spirit Transformation Stage disciple.

However, all of them turned their attention to Ji Yang in the crowd. Upon seeing his realm, a hint of ridicule appeared on their faces, clearly dismissing Ji Yang’s earlier boasts.

Seeing the principal, Ji Yang was not prepared to say much. The few people before him obviously intended to prevent him from mining.

This was an obstruction to his path, akin to a grudge against a parent.

Ji Yang’s iron pick slowly appeared in his hand.

This mine was his for the taking!

Just as Ji Yang prepared to take action, he saw the leading Void Refinement stage cultivator from Qianji Gate slowly addressing the crowd:

“Actually, it’s not impossible for you to mine here.”

Upon hearing this, the previously furious crowd wore expressions of confusion.

The Void Refinement stage cultivator continued:

“But there are a few small requirements. If you can agree to them, I will allow you to mine here.”

Before Ji Yang could speak, a Spirit Transformation Stage cultivator behind him interjected, “Please, Fellow Daoist, do explain.”

Ji Yang frowned slightly but did not rush to act. Instead, he listened quietly, sensing that this person was not truly benevolent.

The Void Refinement stage cultivator smiled:

“It’s simple. You will give me fifty percent of the secret silver you mine, and I will allow you to mine here. How about that?”

“How dare you! This secret silver mine is clearly unowned; why should you take fifty percent of what we mine?”

“Exactly!”

Some cultivators shouted in anger, opposing the demand.

However, other cultivators remained silent, their expressions revealing signs of contemplation.

At that moment, the huge puppet beside the Void Refinement stage cultivator moved, and its overwhelming aura instantly silenced the previously noisy crowd.

“Humph! I’m not taking this for free! With me here, you can mine safely! You won’t have to worry about attacks from other cultivators. Isn’t it worth this price for my protection?”

The Void Refinement stage cultivator said lightly.

“Fifty percent is acceptable! I’m willing to mine!”

Just as many were filled with anger, a voice rose from the crowd once more.

Seeing someone easily swayed, the other cultivators cast angry glances at the speaker.

The person who spoke was the same Spirit Transformation Stage cultivator who had previously suggested seeking outside help. However, no one expected him to be the first to agree to such an unfair condition just to mine.

“Ah, fifty percent might be a little low, but it’s better than having nothing. This secret silver mine is so large; with some hard work, we can still gain something.”

Facing the gazes of others, the Spirit Transformation Stage cultivator tried to persuade them.

While many still looked displeased, they fell silent upon seeing the smiling Void Refinement stage cultivator from Qianji Gate.

Relying solely on themselves, it seemed they did not stand a chance against the Void Refinement stage cultivator.

Thinking this way, many cultivators began to agree.

Yes!

Having something to mine was better than having nothing at all.

Some cultivators considered fifty percent to be not that much and wanted to bargain, but the result was merely the Void Refinement stage cultivator’s light comment:

“Letting you mine is already a great fortune. Make sure to cherish it!”

Faced with the vast gap in strength, the others could only remain silent.