CHAPTER 255: CHAPTER 192: THE BRINGER OF WEALTH ARRIVES_2

But the Small Knife was fine.

Because another giant shield, a top-grade talisman, was shielding them again.

The master was lost.

The low-grade Water Element Flying Sword turned, stabbing towards Small Knife again, but its power was three parts weaker.

This was due to relying on the spiritual qi stored inside the magical artifact.

Meanwhile, the top-grade talisman flying sword fell down, its sheen dimmed.

The flying sword stabbed forward.

The Golden Bell appeared again, catching it in a trap.

Then it was taken into the personal space by Small Knife.

That small boat was unexpectedly a top-grade talisman.

Without the support of spiritual power, it had shrunk to the size of a palm, floating there.

The captain immediately went down personally to respectfully retrieve it and bring it back.

Their eyes were filled with admiration.

Rumor had it that this person was weak, an inner sect disciple who took the backdoor?

Otherwise, how could they end up trying to curry favor with such a small family on a boat like this?

What a load of nonsense.

It also made him excited, as it was a chance to forge connections.

The captain even regretted not taking action earlier; with his innate power, he could have fought against these low-level Qi Cultivators.

"Set sail!" Small Knife entered the cabin with an expressionless face, but inwardly delighted with the great haul.

One Qi Cultivation Third Layer, one Qi Cultivation First Layer test subject.

And a magical flying sword, plus seven water attribute spirit stones.

Too few spirit stones.

A pity they didn’t have the Concealing Breath Formulas he wanted.

Killing these two captives would have netted four million experience, but it seemed wasted here.

The middle-grade talisman merchant ship disappeared over the horizon, as a man from afar breathed a long sigh.

He was filled with a bit of lingering fear.

That was the inner sect disciple who had welcomed Small Knife.

Normally, to become an inner sect disciple, reaching Qi Cultivation Fourth Layer was necessary.

This heavenly talent couldn’t stand those who relied on backdoor entry.

After discovering some situations, he planned to earn some extra money.

An individual without backing was naturally fat prey.

No need for killing, so long as the target was sensible.

Unexpectedly, he had a chance to act as a bystander.

Who would’ve guessed...!

"Indeed, it’s definitely a middle-grade magical artifact! This guy’s identity is not simple." The inner sect disciple was scared but thankful he hadn’t acted.

This person was very ruthless, with a middle-grade magical artifact it was obvious his background wasn’t ordinary.

Should he report this or not?

After hesitating momentarily, he quickly gave up.

In this world, the Five Elements Sword Sect is the main sect; other factions are nearly all branches, so there’s no concept of traitors.

It’s better to pretend not to know anything.

He then turned around and went back; it’s wise to avoid such actions in the future, as he may stumble because of it.

Small Knife had unknowingly led an inner sect disciple to mend his ways.

Next, with a smooth journey, they encountered several attacks by fierce beasts in the sea, with many wild beast level entities.

Small Knife took action to gain experience, easily resolving the issue.

In this manner, they arrived at Little Knife Island.

This area is devoid of humans, occupied by demon beasts and fierce beasts.

Little Knife Island is insignificant among these.

However, the island is stationed with numerous powerful martial artists, led by an Immortal Master.

Their expressions were hostile and filled with animosity when Small Knife arrived.

But the leading Immortal Master was very cordial.

This one also had a concealed aura, able to restrain spiritual qi fluctuations, making it impossible to determine his strength.

This master enthusiastically introduced the entire Little Knife situation, even showing some fawning intent.

He focused on mentioning frequent demon beast assaults, urging caution.

The costs had not been insubstantial, outweighing benefits, already considering abandonment and awaiting the Water Element Sect’s masters to assume control.

They finally arrived.

At the island’s center is a cave, deep below which lies a spiritual acupoint.

But it was getting late.

Exhausted from the journey.

Arrangements had been made to welcome and freshen up, rest for a night, and set off again the next day.

In particular, the spirit mushrooms planted around the spiritual acupoint were quite delicious and worth tasting.

Seeing this, Small Knife didn’t insist.

Amidst the flattery, he was brought to the banquet table.

The Eye of Investigation prompted: Scanning detected unknown special elements within the spirit mushrooms; it’s speculated that there may be negative effects including possible death.

Small Knife remained unfazed and asked about the Concealing Breath Skill with a smile.

"Ha-ha! The master hasn’t exchanged in the sect, just perfect, I happen to have mastered the Concealing Breath Skill." The elder Immortal Master immediately explained.

He spoke very comprehensively, even including his cultivation experience, which Small Knife absorbed and understood rapidly.

The Eye of Investigation prompted: Congratulations, you have mastered the Concealing Breath Skill, entry level.

Hence, Small Knife’s aura gradually grew obscure; without the middle-stage Qi power, his exact abilities became indiscernible.

"Truly worthy of being a master! His talent is truly unrivaled." The elder Immortal Master immediately complimented, while three innate ones beside him nodded in agreement.

Cheers.

Small Knife clinked his cup.

Slight frown.

"The Immortal Master’s understanding is admirable; Small Knife also has such an eighty-year-old earthly brew."

"However! These are our island’s special spirit mushrooms. Even the Immortal Master himself may not have tasted them." The elder Immortal Master proudly gestured at the delicacies.

"No rush! This space is too small; let me retrieve a jar of spirit wine to savor with my fellow Daoist." Small Knife smiled, bringing out the Witch Residence.

He then followed the elder Immortal Master to the courtyard.

The wizard flew out, landing.

The door opened, and Small Knife walked directly inside.

The elder Immortal Master hesitated momentarily but ultimately followed.

Then the three innate also joined inside.

The door closed, with the outside martial artists exchanging baffled glances.

"What a place! I didn’t expect the Immortal Master to have such means." The inside scene astonished the elder Immortal Master and others.

At this moment, golden light flew out, transforming into a golden bell and descending.

"Ah, don’t misunderstand me, master." The elder Immortal Master shouted, throwing a spirit talisman to protect himself.

It was then enveloped by the golden bell.

"Master, master, is there some misunderstanding?" The elder cultivator shouted, but alas, he was quickly confined by the golden bell.

The protective light shield shimmered and shattered.

"Impossible!" At this moment, he just thought to use a magical artifact, but it was already too late.

With ease, Small Knife stored him in his personal space.

The other three innate martial artists also shouted misunderstandings, only to be surrounded by Bloodthirsty Demon Vine’s numerous vines.

Despite being innate martial artists, holding top-grade talismans and empowered with innate true qi, the vines at Wild Beast level could not best them easily.

However, Small Knife didn’t intervene, merely glancing around.

The elder cultivator inside the personal space was indeed powerful, at Qi Cultivation Third Layer.

There was also a low-grade magical flying sword on him.

To Small Knife’s satisfaction, this old guy also had an earth attribute spirit root, making the magical flying sword fitting for his use.

Currently, Small Knife had acquired several magical flying swords, and finally, one matches his spirit root and is usable.

His mood was quite good.

He then took out the totem pole from his personal space and set it on the ground.

After initiating the domain, invisible ripples spread out.

The mini-map immediately displayed numerous small dots.

Based on the brightness of the dots, one could judge the target’s strength.

Indeed, the number of martial artists here was substantial.

Interesting; at the cave entrance, there were even two innate martial artists guarding.

Deep underground, there were two cultivators, with one dimming one bright light, evidently masters of the Concealing Breath Skill.

Really, a spiritual acupoint, with an annual income of five to ten spirit stones, three Immortal Masters? Five innate martial artists?

Could it be specially set up to deal with me?

Seems unlikely.

At this moment, the handmaiden witch, having completed the spell, shot out a golden star.

Venus Skill.

Although casting was slow, it was still a spell, akin in power to a First Realm Spirit Talisman.

Boom!

The most powerful innate martial artist had no choice but to unleash innate true qi on his sword, forcibly striking the golden star.

The intense vibration left his palm bleeding, his form repeatedly retreating, his face pale.

At this critical moment, the Bloodthirsty Demon Vine puppet, the Skinny Immortal Master, shot out a green light.

First Realm Skill, Sharp Leaf Technique.

Whoosh!

A defensive sword flew out of hands.

Then, a streak of blood-light.

The combined attack of the blood qi slashes from the warriors found its mark.

The three innate martial artists, once barely defended, were now apart, some injured and some weaponless.

Ultimately, all were killed on the spot.

The Eye of Investigation prompted: Your unit, has slain an innate second-layer martial artist,