Chapter 112
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Chapter 112: Allies
Inside the great hall, the fire blazed fiercely, and the wine was flowing freely.
Wei Xiong had just downed two bowls of rice wine when his face turned a deep red, and his vision began to blur.
Then, he collapsed to the ground, sinking into a deep slumber.
Wang Chen muttered, “Uh-oh.”
Even an innate martial artist shouldn’t have such a pitiful tolerance for alcohol.
In this situation, the only plausible explanation was…
Wang Chen swiftly retrieved two crane-shaped pots and stashed them in his storage bag.
Both Misty Immortal Pots were his spoils, acquired from a traveling merchant and the Three Friends of Taize.
He had kept them tucked away for a long time.
This time, he had brought them out specifically to deal with Lu Defang.
Earlier, he had cooked porridge, grilled meat, and brushed on sauces to mask the scent of the seductive incense.
It turned out that Lu Defang had truly fallen for it!
Of course, relying on such tricks to incapacitate a cultivator at the perfect mastery of Qi Training was nothing short of a fool’s dream.
What Wang Chen aimed for was merely to create a slight distraction for a strong enemy.
To seize an opportunity to strike!
With one careless move, Lu Defang lost an eye.
That laid the groundwork for Wang Chen’s eventual victory!
Unexpectedly, he had forgotten to put the pots away and ended up knocking out Wei Xiong as well.
These things were indeed quite potent.
Wang Chen quickly pulled out an awakening pill, crushed it, and shoved it into Wei Xiong’s nostrils.
The awakening pill had a potent effect on sharpening the mind and was also a universal antidote for the smoky incense.
Since Wang Chen had used the Misty Immortal Pot to deceive Lu Defang, he had naturally prepared an antidote.
Otherwise, to be knocked out himself would have been a colossal joke!
“Achoo!”
Under the influence of the medicine, Wei Xiong abruptly woke up.
As his eyes snapped open, the ferocious aura that surged forth made Wang Chen, standing so close, feel as though he was facing a wild beast.
Such an aura could only be forged by taking the lives of at least a hundred people!
But Wei Xiong quickly realized something was amiss.
He instantly reined in his aura.
Wang Chen said apologetically, “Brother Wei, I’m truly sorry. I forgot to put the Misty Immortal Pot away.”
Wei Xiong, of course, knew exactly what the Misty Immortal Pot was.
He felt ashamed and said, “I apologize for making the Immortal Master laugh.”
This innate martial artist never expected that he could be overcome by the seductive incense!
The main reason was his complete trust in Wang Chen, which made him lose any sense of caution.
And the truth proved that Wang Chen did not betray that trust.
Otherwise, if Wang Chen had harbored ill intentions during those moments, even ten Wei Xiong would have been reduced to ashes!
“There’s no need for formalities between us.”
Wang Chen poured a bowl of spiritual rice wine for Wei Xiong and said, “Keep drinking!”
This time, he specifically invited Wei Xiong to help deal with Lu Defang.
It was a decision made after deep consideration.
First, it was to ensure that the opponent was pinned down and that this strong enemy wouldn’t escape.
Wang Chen knew that in this battle, he understood himself but not his enemy.
His knowledge about Lu Defang was only superficial.
What spells and magical tools did this cultivator at the perfect mastery of Qi Training possess, and what abilities did he have?
Wang Chen could say he knew nothing at all!
Although he was confident about winning, completely capturing Lu Defang was another matter.
Wang Chen would not underestimate his opponent.
In such a situation, the role of a strong teammate became greatly significant.
Wang Chen immediately thought of Wei Xiong.
He had no other choice!
Though Wei Xiong was merely an innate martial artist, his combat ability was incredibly fierce.
At one time, he had bravely seized the Mysterious Fire Phoenix eggs from others, using them to send his sister to the side of a true disciple, while he himself gained the status of a guest at the Purple Palace.
His strength, tactics, and character were all formidable!
Most importantly, Wei Xiong was grateful and had better character than many Qi Training practitioners and even Purple Palace cultivators.
When Wang Chen asked for his help,
Wei Xiong agreed without hesitation and didn’t even ask about the opponent’s identity!
His willingness to help certainly had elements of repaying Wang Chen.
But this boldness and determination were undoubtedly very admirable.
Wei Xiong’s performance did not disappoint Wang Chen.
At a critical moment, his stunning shot decisively secured the victory!
Wang Chen had not forgotten how Wei Xiong retreated with flawless precision after shooting through the heart.
He stood firm against the wind and rain outside.
Only after Wang Chen finished dealing with Lu Defang’s affairs and heard the call did he step back into the great hall.
A person like that is not trustworthy; who else can be trusted?
Moreover, Wang Chen aimed to establish a cooperative alliance with Wei Xiong for mutual support through this collaboration.
The two parties need not interact frequently but should maintain regular communication and exchanges of information.
At critical moments, they can be each other’s most reliable support!
Furthermore, choosing Wei Xiong as an ally has another advantage.
Wei Xiong is not a cultivator and cannot accurately gauge Wang Chen’s level of strength.
In his presence, revealing a few secrets about his cultivation is of little consequence.
Wei Xiong is not the type to be overly curious or unable to hold his tongue.
Now that they have joined forces to defeat Lu Defang, their strong alliance is firmly established.
“To our partnership!”
Wang Chen and Wei Xiong clinked their bowls, causing the rice wine inside to bubble.
They both downed their drinks in one go!
Although there were no ceremonial rituals like decapitating a chicken, burning yellow paper, or swearing brotherhood,
no formal brotherhood could match the ironclad friendship forged in battle against a strong enemy!
After consuming two gourds of wine, they shared a pot of spiritual rice porridge and grilled beast meat.
Feeling satisfied and full, Wei Xiong took his leave first.
His current status was special, and without permission from the main family, he could not leave Yunshan City for too long.
Otherwise, it could cause some trouble.
Before leaving, Wang Chen handed Wei Xiong a storage bag.
Having defeated Lu Defang, he had gained a significant reward tonight, and it was only right that those who witnessed it should share!
Wang Chen did not have the habit of hogging everything for himself.
Wei Xiong was a bit surprised and instinctively wanted to refuse.
After all, Wang Chen had already given him fifty blood protection talismans.
This reward was already more than enough for Wei Xiong, as he had only fired one shot.
But Wang Chen knew how to appeal to his soft spot: “It’s for A-Lian.”
Wei Xiong swallowed the words he was about to say back down.
Once Wei Lian entered Qi Training and became a cultivator, the resources she would need for cultivation would be limitless.
He didn’t care about himself; his sister’s future was the most important.
So he accepted Wang Chen’s kind gesture!
After seeing Wei Xiong off, Wang Chen embarked on his journey home.
His steps felt especially light.
The wind and rain outside had long stopped, the dark clouds in the sky dispersed, and a bright moon illuminated the land.
As usual, Wang Chen returned home through the underground passage.
When he reached the hidden chamber on the third underground floor, he suddenly felt something was off.
“Chirp chirp!”
On the desk in the hidden chamber sat a big white mouse with fur as white as snow!
Seeing Wang Chen, the big white mouse stood up on its hind legs and bowed to him.
Its pair of lively eyes seemed to communicate just like when they first met last year!
“Little White!!”
