Chapter 655
by fanqienovelChapter 655: Boundary Disc
Xu Fan didn’t have to wait long before he met the National Master of the Nine Phoenix Dynasty.
In the guest hall of the Hidden Spirit Sect,
The hall was eerily quiet as Xu Fan and the National Master locked eyes for what felt like an eternity.
“National Master, how much longer are you planning to stare?” Xu Fan asked with a smirk.
You, a mere worker, daring to stare at the boss? Are you asking for trouble?
“The Heavenly Mechanism Realm, Myriad Beasts Gate, Divine Craftsman Source Tool pays respects to the Grand Elder,” the National Master formally stood and bowed, his tone carrying a unique charm, making him appear quite impressive.
“The Tai Xuan Realm, Myriad Ways Gate, Xu Fan,” Xu Fan replied with a calm expression, amused by the National Master’s overly formal tone, prompting him to play along with a made-up identity.
“Tai Xuan Realm?” The National Master looked puzzled.
“It’s not surprising you haven’t heard of it,” Xu Fan said, exuding an air of mystery.
The National Master nodded and said, “The Three Thousand Realms are vast; it’s only natural we don’t know each other.”
“Grand Elder, all my methods have been completely countered by you. You’ve won,” the National Master said with a calm demeanor.
“And what are you trying to say?”
“Having been reborn in this world, upon seeing Your Majesty, I knew this was my opportunity.”
“Yet, the Grand Elder holds half the Merit and Fortune of the dynasty, so it’s inevitable that we become enemies.”
“So, you’ve repeatedly tried to destroy my Hidden Spirit Sect using various means,” Xu Fan said with a chuckle.
“Haven’t all those methods already been uncovered by the Grand Elder?” The National Master said with a hint of self-mockery.
“So, this time, you’re here to bury the hatchet?” Xu Fan had never been one to go easy on those who’ve crossed him.
“I’ve given it some thought; someone of the Grand Elder’s stature is bound to achieve great things in the Immortal Realm.”
“The Merit and Fortune gained in this lower realm will surely be accounted for in the Great Thousand Worlds. So, I wish to offer something in exchange for half of the Nine Phoenix Dynasty’s Merit and Fortune when the Grand Elder ascends to the Great Thousand Worlds,” the National Master declared.
“What about our grievances? You once wanted me dead; you’re not just going to let that slide, are you?” Xu Fan said, his aura turning chilling.
“I, too, will use another item to settle the grievances between us,” the National Master said as he produced a jade box and presented it to Xu Fan with both hands.
“I’m curious to see what could possibly settle our grievances,” Xu Fan said as he gently opened the jade box.
Inside lay a turquoise jade compass, resting in the center of the box.
“A celestial tool?” Xu Fan found it somewhat amusing; it might have been acceptable in the past, but now, given his status, it felt almost insulting.
“This is the Boundary Disc from this cultivation world. With it, a partner can easily locate the Great Thousand Worlds,” the National Master explained, lightly tapping the Boundary Compass with a finger.
Instantly, the entire guest hall was enveloped by a virtual image, and a three-dimensional star map appeared before Xu Fan’s eyes.
At the center of the star map was the fully integrated cultivation world.
Xu Fan studied the star map for a long moment before finally saying, “Your item is quite to my liking, but it’s still not enough to settle the grievances between us.”
“The Grand Elder’s mastery in artifact crafting far surpasses mine, but I still have a keen eye.”
“Is the Grand Elder considering leading the entire sect to ascend to the Thousand Worlds? This Boundary Disc is an extremely rare treasure, even in the Immortal Realm.”
“Furthermore, even a force backed by a Great Luo would struggle to obtain a star map of this caliber.”
“Therefore, someone like the Grand Elder, reborn from the distant Thousand Worlds, would greatly benefit from the Boundary Disc,” the National Master said confidently.
“This item is optional; it’s not sufficient,” Xu Fan continued to shake his head.
A golden page of the wide road appeared in the National Master’s hand.
“I’ve observed the entire Hidden Spirit Island; the Grand Elder’s memories of celestial script from his past life haven’t yet awakened.”
“This golden page contains 300 celestial scripts, which should help alleviate the Grand Elder’s current predicament,” the National Master said.
Xu Fan took the golden page, glanced at it, and then stored it in the Daoist artifact palace.
“Our personal grievances are settled.”
“Now, let’s discuss your issues with my Hidden Spirit Sect,” Xu Fan said, looking at the National Master with a faint smile.
The National Master’s expression shifted slightly, and a flicker of anger crossed his eyes.
“I am me, and the Hidden Spirit Sect is the Hidden Spirit Sect; the two should not be conflated.”
Xu Fan’s words echoed in the National Master’s ears.
You’re angry? You’re furious? You could rage for three thousand years in the East and another three thousand years in the West.
“Grand Elder, you are not upholding the virtue of immortals!” the National Master said through clenched teeth.
“Virtue? Is that something you can eat?” Xu Fan replied with a laugh.
“Grand Elder, although I previously employed some tactics against your sect, I never succeeded.”
“Instead, I have worked diligently in the Nine Phoenix Dynasty, and in just over a thousand years, I’ve brought it to such heights, contributing significantly to the Merit and Fortune behind the Grand Elder.”
“Such a contrast,” the National Master said, suddenly feeling wronged.
“And the Grand Elder has only offered a small token, which, combined, is worth less than a single celestial tool, yet it claims a significant share of the Nine Phoenix Dynasty’s Merit and Fortune.”
“And here I am, a diligent National Master, and the biggest beneficiary of all my efforts is the Grand Elder?” the National Master said.
Xu Fan listened to the National Master’s words and suddenly felt they had some merit.
If the Nine Phoenix Dynasty were compared to a company, then he would be the largest shareholder, reaping all the dividends since its inception.
“Fine, if you produce three more celestial tools, then our sect’s grievances will be considered settled,” Xu Fan said.
He realized that the National Master before him had also reached the realm of artifact great masters but had suppressed it with some special means, hence his lack of fame in the cultivation world.
A sword, a mirror, and a gourd appeared before Xu Fan—three celestial tools.
Xu Fan waved his hand, storing the three celestial tools away.
Then he looked at the National Master with some confusion. Based on his past behavior, this National Master didn’t seem like a benevolent figure; he wondered why he was so willing to back down today.
“Once Merit and Fortune accumulate to a certain level, they can attract blessings and avert disasters. When paired with the right secret techniques, one can escape a great catastrophe.”
A stele of Merit appeared behind the National Master, faint and flickering, as if it might vanish at any moment.
“Recently, I suddenly sensed a tribulation approaching, one that was certain to be fatal.”
“So, I exhausted the Merit I’ve amassed over the years to deduce the situation, and I discovered that I had offended someone I shouldn’t have,” the National Master said, his tone heavy.
“Looks like heaven is protecting you,” Xu Fan laughed. Previously, he believed that the National Master’s methods would inevitably lead to death, yet he hadn’t expected him to be shielded by heaven.
One could only say that the National Master had played his cards well.
“You were a Divine Craftsman in your past life; for this to happen to you, there must be something you need to accomplish.”
“Now, tell your story.”
“Once our grievances are resolved, we will be friends,” Xu Fan said, narrowing his eyes.
Go on, let me see how tragic your previous life was.