CHAPTER 315: CHAPTER 315 JADE PENDANT CALLING FOR HELP_1

Qin Feiyang chuckled. "Feels like a dream, doesn’t it?"

The Wolf King ignored him, cleared its throat, and tentatively said, "Uncle Wolf, you’re so handsome."

Qin Feiyang immediately rolled his eyes. This Rogue Wolf is becoming more and more narcissistic.

"WAHAHAHA! I can talk now, and I can shrink too! From now on, who can stop Brother Wolf from running wild?"

The Wolf King cackled.

"Running wild?"

Veins pulsed on Qin Feiyang’s temples. Is this scoundrel’s mind filled with nothing but running wild?

That being said, now that the Rogue Wolf could freely change its size, engaging in petty theft would indeed be much more convenient than before.

He would have to restrain it more strictly; otherwise, it wouldn’t be long before it caused him a heap of trouble again.

"This is for you."

Qin Feiyang took out an Image Crystal Stone. It was the same Image Crystal Stone that Lu Hong had bought at the auction for ten million Gold Coins.

"You even prepared this for Brother Wolf?" the Wolf King asked, astonished.

Qin Feiyang rolled his eyes. "Which of your matters have I ever neglected?"

"Hehe. You sure are a thoughtful kid. But where should Brother Wolf put it? Surely I can’t always hang a Qiankun Bag around my neck? That would be such an eyesore!"

The Wolf King looked troubled.

Qin Feiyang’s face twitched. It’s just a wolf; can’t it be less narcissistic?

Finally, after establishing the contract bridge, Qin Feiyang unceremoniously tied a Qiankun Bag around the Wolf King’s neck. However, the rope binding the Qiankun Bag could contract and expand freely. This way, the Wolf King wouldn’t snap the rope when it changed its size.

This looks terrible! If I run into a beautiful she-wolf, wouldn’t she completely despise me? But whatever, I’ll go out for a stroll first. Hehe, a dark and windy night, no one around... a perfect opportunity to peep at girls bathing! It snickered inwardly, then darted out of the alchemy room like a wisp of smoke.

By the time Qin Feiyang reacted and chased after it, the wolf was long gone.

He gritted his teeth in frustration. That damned rascal, can’t he ever give me a moment’s peace?

At the center of the Holy Temple, where the Elixir Palace and Martial Palace intersected, stood a massive palace. It was several stories high, pitch-black like ink, and exuded a frigid aura.

This was the Resource Hall! Although it was already dark, quite a few people were still moving in and out.

Outside the Resource Hall was a moderately sized plaza. Soon, Lu Hong walked into the plaza, heading briskly towards the Resource Hall. The disciples going in and out all showed reverence upon seeing her.

After Lu Hong entered the Resource Hall, two young men in white also walked into the plaza. Instead of entering the Resource Hall, they stood in a shadowy spot, watching Lu Hong from a distance. One was stout, the other slim.

The stout young man frowned. "Zheng Chuan, are you sure about this? You know that Lu Hong is Qin Feiyang’s woman."

Zheng Chuan was the one who had introduced them to the Stone Steps when they first arrived at the Holy Temple. Back then, he had secretly resolved to claim Lu Hong, whom he considered a prize. Upon hearing the stout young man’s words, he said disdainfully, "Wang Fei, what kind of look is that?"

Wang Fei frowned. "Anyone with eyes can see that Lu Hong and Qin Feiyang are close."

"Yes, they are very close," Zheng Chuan sneered. "But from my observations during the day, they aren’t romantically involved. I guess Lu Hong is merely a servant girl by Qin Feiyang’s side."

"Since she’s just a servant girl, why bother with her? Is there any point?" Wang Fei asked, puzzled.

"Of course, there’s a point," Zheng Chuan said. "Let me tell you, this morning at the foot of the stone stairs, I asked her name. Do you know how disdainfully she looked at me? Like I was a fly. Hmph! Tonight, this ’fly’ is going to have some fun with her!" He snorted, a cold smirk on his lips.

Wang Fei worried, "But what if Qin Feiyang finds out? We’ll be dead for sure."

"Don’t worry, he won’t find out," Zheng Chuan’s eyes glinted sinisterly. "Because after I’ve had my fun with her, I’ll kill her to silence her!"

"You’re insane!" Wang Fei’s brow twitched, and he began to hesitate.

"What are you afraid of?" Zheng Chuan chuckled softly. "When I’m tired of her, you can have a go too. As for the treasures on her, we’ll split them fifty-fifty."

Wang Fei’s eyes lit up. "You said it."

"Of course," Zheng Chuan nodded.

Just then, Lu Hong walked out of the Resource Hall.

"We’ll improvise," Zheng Chuan whispered to Wang Fei, then put on a fawning smile and approached Lu Hong. "Beauty, we meet again. It must be fate."

"Hm?" Lu Hong looked at him, puzzled. Her delicate brows furrowed slightly as she said coolly, "Do I know you?"

A harsh glint flashed in Zheng Chuan’s eyes. He sighed, "We just met this morning, and you’ve already forgotten me? You prominent people truly are forgetful!"

Lu Hong seemed to recall. "Oh, I remember now. You’re... that guy. Is there something you need?" she asked, clearly being dismissive.

Zheng Chuan grew more annoyed but forced a smile. "Nothing much. Wang Fei and I are also heading back to the Elixir Fire Palace. Shall we go together?"

"Whatever," Lu Hong replied indifferently and started down a dimly lit path.

Zheng Chuan gave Wang Fei a meaningful look, then hurried after her, repeatedly trying to strike up a conversation. Lu Hong was becoming increasingly irritated.

After about a hundred breaths, seeing that only the three of them remained on the narrow path, Zheng Chuan hissed, "Do it!" Wang Fei immediately shot out his hands and grabbed Lu Hong’s arms.

"What are you doing!" Lu Hong was furious, her Battle Intent surging.

But just then, Zheng Chuan shoved a pill into Lu Hong’s mouth with lightning speed.

Immediately, Lu Hong felt she couldn’t mobilize her Battle Intent, and her strength was rapidly draining away. Shocked and enraged, she demanded, "What pill did you make me swallow?"

"Ever heard of the Elixir of Misfortune?" Zheng Chuan chuckled sinisterly. "Once taken, your cultivation will be completely crippled!"

Hearing this, Lu Hong turned deathly pale. "Why are you doing this?" she demanded angrily. "Aren’t you afraid Qin Feiyang will kill you?"

"Haha. Of course, I am afraid," Zheng Chuan sneered. "But he’ll never know we killed you. Before that, though, I’m going to have some fun. I’d like to see how proud you can be once I strip you bare!" He cackled lewdly.

But before he could finish speaking, another disciple approached from ahead. He was quite gaunt and rather short.

Zheng Chuan cursed under his breath, "Damn it! What rotten luck for someone to show up now!"

"What do we do?" Wang Fei asked nervously.

"Don’t panic," Zheng Chuan hissed, then lowered his head to Lu Hong. "You have no cultivation now. If you dare say anything foolish, I’ll kill you this instant!"

Lu Hong’s eyes flickered slightly as she looked at the approaching figure.

He was getting closer. However, when Lu Hong saw the person’s face clearly, her brows furrowed. It was none other than Huang San!

Could Huang San also be in cahoots with these two?

Huang San had also noticed them. He quickly trotted over to Lu Hong and asked with a fawning smile, "Senior Sister, what are you doing here?"

Lu Hong said calmly, "I came to buy some medicinal herbs for Qin Feiyang. What about you?"

"I’m also here to buy ingredients for the Qi Gathering Pill. Huh? Aren’t these Zheng Chuan and Wang Fei? Why are you with Senior Sister?" Huang San asked, puzzled.

Zheng Chuan smiled. "We just happened to meet at the Resource Hall, so we’re heading back to the Elixir Fire Palace together."

Huang San nodded, then smiled at Lu Hong. "Senior Sister, I won’t disturb you then."

With that, he walked past Lu Hong.

"COUGH! COUGH!"

Just then, Lu Hong bent over, clutching her chest and coughing dryly.

"Senior Sister, what’s wrong?" Huang San stopped and looked at her with concern.

Zheng Chuan and Wang Fei, however, glared murderously at Huang San.

A light flickered in Lu Hong’s eyes as she discreetly pulled a jade pendant from her neck.

Huang San said, "Senior Sister, are you not feeling well? Quick, let me help you up."

"Thank you," Lu Hong said with a smile as she rose. In the process, she deftly slipped the jade pendant into Huang San’s hand.

Huang San paused, noticing that Lu Hong’s expression and complexion seemed a bit off. Furthermore, when she said "Thank you," she had also given him a significant look.

Is something wrong? A chill ran down Huang San’s spine. He subtly glanced at Zheng Chuan and Wang Fei, a sense of foreboding rising in his heart.

Afraid he might give them away, Lu Hong quickly waved him off. "It’s nothing, go on with your business!"

"Alright." Huang San nodded, clutching the jade pendant, and headed towards the Resource Hall.

Once Huang San had left, Zheng Chuan and Wang Fei immediately drew daggers, seized Lu Hong, and quickly disappeared down a narrow path.

Shortly after, Huang San returned to the spot.

Strange. Why did she give me this jade pendant? Could she be asking for help? No matter, I’d better go find Qin Feiyang. After all, it was thanks to his plea that I was able to stay in the Holy Temple, he muttered to himself, then sprinted towards the Elixir Fire Palace. Panting, he reached the door of Alchemy Room No. 2 and knocked hard.

Qin Feiyang opened the stone door. Seeing Huang San, a trace of confusion appeared in his eyes. "Need something?"

"Do you recognize this?" Huang San held the jade pendant out to Qin Feiyang.

"A Fire Phoenix!" Qin Feiyang’s gaze trembled. He snatched the pendant and demanded, "Who gave this to you?"

This jade pendant was the token Qin Feiyang had given to Lu Hong and the others; Lu Hong, Fatty, Ling Yunfei, Feng Ling’er, and Lin Yiyi each had one.

Huang San replied, "Senior Sister Lu Hong gave it to me."

Damn it! Qin Feiyang cursed inwardly. Lu Hong would never casually hand this jade pendant to Huang San. She must be in some kind of danger! He had told Lu Hong before that if she ever encountered danger and couldn’t use the Image Crystal Stone, she should use this jade pendant to signal for his help.

"Where is she? Lead the way, quickly!" Qin Feiyang grabbed Huang San, leaped directly from the tenth floor, landed at the bottom of the atrium, then sped out of the Elixir Fire Palace.

"I was on my way to the Resource Hall when I met Senior Sister Lu Hong..." Seeing Qin Feiyang’s reaction, Huang San realized the gravity of the situation and hastily recounted everything.