Chapter 230

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Chapter 230: The Xuanwu Seeking a Deal

Sensing the aroma and irresistible allure coming from the pills in Ji Yang’s hand, the Xuanwu inside the turtle shell couldn’t help but swallow hard and said,

“How about this?”

“Look, I don’t have anything valuable on me. Why don’t I follow you as your mount? After a few decades, I’ll leave, and that way, we both won’t owe each other anything. What do you think?”

At this moment, the Xuanwu unknowingly poked its head out, its eyes fixated on the Yun Ling Dan in Ji Yang’s hand.

Ji Yang’s face turned dark.

He only intended to extort a few items, but he never expected to have this Giant Turtle fixated on him.

He already had a True Spirit at Jingtan Peak. Although Little Black was a dog, living with a True Dragon seemed to have awakened some of its bloodline, and it would surely become half a True Spirit in the future.

Could he really have another greedy turtle?

Absolutely not!

Setting aside whether he could afford to raise it, the key was that he didn’t want to ride a turtle! Not this one either!

With this in mind, Ji Yang firmly refused,

“No thanks. Just bring out one of the items I mentioned earlier, even if it’s of lower quality, and I’ll let you leave.”

Seeing Ji Yang’s resolute refusal, the Xuanwu angrily exclaimed,

“I’m a True Spirit! From the Xuanwu clan! How impressive would it be to be ridden around! You don’t want it?”

After calming down from its anger, the Xuanwu looked back at the pills in Ji Yang’s hand and stretched its neck a little closer, saying,

“How about a hundred years? A hundred years should be acceptable!”

Ji Yang didn’t even glance at it, putting the pills away:

“Didn’t you just say you had many treasures? If you bring them out, I’ll pick a couple, and we can settle this matter.”

“I don’t have any, no treasures left. It’s just me now, so you decide.”

Looking at the Xuanwu playing the fool, Ji Yang realized he probably wouldn’t be able to squeeze anything valuable from this poor and ugly turtle.

Understanding this, Ji Yang decisively put away his fishing rod and walked away.

They had fought; it was enough.

He was generous and wouldn’t dwell on this turtle.

Noticing Ji Yang turning to leave without a second thought, the Xuanwu froze for a moment before showing anger!

This Xuanwu offered itself, and this person didn’t even want it!

Being followed by a True Spirit wasn’t something just any cultivator could experience. In the entire Cultivation World, very few had this honor. First, True Spirits were inherently proud, and second, the Xuanwu clan didn’t allow such things to happen, as it would undermine their dignity.

The more the Xuanwu thought about it, the angrier it became.

Yet, it caught a whiff of the lingering aroma of the pill, realizing that Ji Yang must have many more.

The Xuanwu clan had a long lifespan, but the downside was their slow growth; their strength increased slower than that of other True Spirits, which was both a blessing and a curse.

If it had pills like the one Ji Yang had just shown, its growth speed would definitely improve significantly.

With this thought, the Xuanwu wasted no time and flew towards Ji Yang’s departing direction.

He couldn’t believe it; how could no one want a True Spirit offering itself?

That pill, he was sure of it!

After shaking off the Giant Turtle, Ji Yang flew towards Huangtu Village.

However, he had not flown for long before he noticed that the Xuanwu was following him.

This left Ji Yang somewhat speechless; why couldn’t he shake it off?

True Spirits were indeed extraordinary. In the past, he might have been interested in raising two of them, but after having two, Ji Yang thought it wasn’t necessary. The spiritual grains planted at Jingtan Peak didn’t require too much manpower.

Adding another would likely mean the spiritual grains would not be enough for them to eat.

Absolutely not.

Ji Yang channeled his energy and quickened his pace.

Soon, he managed to lose the Xuanwu, while simultaneously hiding his presence so it couldn’t track him.

Meanwhile, the Xuanwu, who had been swimming in the water, suddenly sniffed its nose, realizing the presence had vanished.

Sensing that Ji Yang had concealed himself, the Xuanwu let out a soft huff,

“Thinking of getting rid of me? Impossible!”

…

“You’re back, Xiaoyang! Why are you so late? Are you wet?”

In Huangtu Village, Aunt Zhao asked with concern.

Ji Yang shook his head,

“I found a place to hide from the rain and waited until it stopped before coming back. I’m fine.”

Aunt Zhao felt his dry sleeve and let out a sigh of relief,

“Good to hear. While it was raining, I heard quite a commotion by the river. Luckily, you found shelter.”

Feeling Aunt Zhao’s care, Ji Yang just smiled, though his smile carried a hint of sighing.

He couldn’t stay here any longer.

Due to the rain, Aunt Zhao’s son and daughter-in-law had also returned early.

Seeing Ji Yang, both were delighted. After all, they had grown up together, even though most of the time, Ji Yang was lost in thought. Having enjoyed the conveniences of a past life, he found it hard to adapt here.

At dinner, the group gathered around a wooden table, joyfully chatting under the candlelight.

The couple even made plans to go to town together in a few days to do business with him.

Ji Yang just smiled, not agreeing or refusing.

As night fell, Huangtu Village fell into silence.

Ji Yang stood in his familiar room, lost in memories.

Every night before he gained his special ability, he would gaze at the bare walls, imagining what his future days would be like.

Back then, he held a hint of worry.

Fortunately, everything was well.

Looking around, Ji Yang let out a sigh.

It was time to leave.

During dinner, he had secretly mixed the Yun Ling Dan into the food.

This type of pill was of no benefit to him, but for ordinary people, it could strengthen their bodies.

That was all he could do.

It was indeed not suitable for him to meddle too much in ordinary matters.

Now that this was settled, he could wholeheartedly pursue the path.

After taking one last look at the few people sleeping soundly in the room, Ji Yang left a letter on the table, transformed, and passed through the wall, soaring into the sky!

In the air, Ji Yang glanced around.

When he came out, he had intended to find a place to break through his realm.

But traveling in the spiritual boat was not very convenient.

Now was a great opportunity!

Ji Yang spread his primordial spirit energy, hoping to find a quiet spot.

However, when the primordial spirit energy was released, Ji Yang frowned lightly and looked behind him, saying:

“Come out.”

In Ji Yang’s line of sight, a familiar turtle appeared.

It was the Xuanwu he had shaken off during the day, but for some reason, it had followed him again.

“Why are you still following me? Didn’t I say I wouldn’t trouble you?”

The Xuanwu huffed,

“Having me follow you is a blessing for you!”

“You don’t want me; there are plenty of cultivators who do!”

A few black lines appeared on Ji Yang’s forehead.

How could he relax and break through with this turtle following him?

“Is turtle meat tasty?” Ji Yang suddenly asked.

“How would I know? I’ve never eaten it.”

After saying that, the Xuanwu noticed Ji Yang’s thoughtful expression and quickly took a few steps back.

“True Spirit meat is tough and bitter, not very tasty, and our True Spirit clan is favored by heaven; eating it brings misfortune.”

“Aren’t you afraid of misfortune?”

“How coincidental, they say my talent is called Talent Jealousy. I wonder which is worse, that or misfortune.”