As he spoke, Ghosthand waved his sleeve, and bolts of heavenly lightning formed and crashed down.
After bombarding this place, he snorted coldly and left.
Xu Qing glanced at the wood spirit whose body was mostly shattered on the ground, then retracted his gaze and left.
On the ground, the huge withered tree revealed a bitter expression. As its body trembled, its gaze fell on Xu Qing's back as it muttered in its heart.
"His right wrist actually has a thread of spirit luck …"
Several hours later, at the end of this small world, Ghosthand and Xu Qing ended their trip to the realm prison.
Before leaving, Xu Qing angrily asked Ghosthand to let him experience what it was like to bear the laws alone.
After all, this was something he had to do in the future. Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to patrol alone and would have to follow others every time. If that happened, there would be no point in becoming a pawn of the third zone.
"Are you sure?"
"
Ghosthand glanced at Xu Qing.
Bear the descent of a realm's laws and walk with them on your shoulders … This was something only a Nascent Soul cultivator could do. Although there were Golden Cores, they were very few, and most of them would collapse in three to five breaths.
"
Xu Qing pondered for a moment, then nodded with a solemn expression.
"Good."
"
Ghosthand didn't say anything else and directly spread out his power.
The next moment, Xu Qing's body rumbled as if countless mountains were pressing down on him.
His body emitted cracking sounds, and even his soul trembled. A strong tearing feeling appeared on his body.
It was as if he would be torn apart and die at any moment.
Ghosthand shook his head and was about to withdraw this power when Xu Qing's Golden Crow Refines All Spirits rose up. His physical strength erupted, and he withstood it.
However, it was still difficult, and his body trembled violently. But as time passed, Ghosthand's expression gradually changed.
After a hundred breaths, Xu Qing raised his head and looked at Ghosthand.
"Senior, I should be able to bear the descent of the laws."
"
Ghosthand's expression changed, and his eyes slowly lit up.
Not only is your physical body strong, but your soul is also amazing. Most cultivators at your level of cultivation can't do this. "
"
Ghosthand waved his sleeve, and the pressure on Xu Qing's body suddenly lightened. The laws were once again shared by Ghosthand.
From extreme pressure to instant relief, Xu Qing's body trembled. He could clearly feel that his inner strength had increased in a short hundred breaths.
It was as if it had been tempered anew.
This lifted Xu Qing's spirits.
But don't be complacent. Although there are very few Jindan cultivators who can do this, it's not like there aren't any.
"
Ghost Hand smiled, but didn't say anything. He formed an incantation gesture and brought Xu Qing out of the Minor World.
By the time he reappeared, he was already outside of the world. On his way back, Xu Qing didn't feel complacent just because he had held on for a hundred breaths of time. Instead, he thought about the Ancientspirits he had mentioned earlier, and asked about them.
Ancient Hair Clan?
"
Netherclaw tried to recall.
"This is a strange race. Based on history, I feel that there is a reason why this race is called the Race of Destiny."
"It is said that this race's innate talent is extremely astonishing and is related to luck. They can enhance themselves and others, but I am not very clear about the specifics.
"However, rumor has it that the Spirit Emperors of the Ancient Spirit Clan used the luck of the Ancient Spirit Continent to break through the Ancient Spirit Realm and reach a higher level. However, they failed. As a result, the luck of the Ancient Spirit Clan was consumed. Ninety percent of the clan's bloodline was wiped out overnight, ending the era of the Ancient Spirit Clan.
"
As they spoke, the two had already walked out of the mural and returned to the 90th floor of the Punishment Division.
"That's all for today. Since you can barely withstand the descent of the rules, then continue to adapt. Let's see how long it will take for you to truly withstand the descent of the rules and complete the inspection of the Minor World Prison."
"
Here, Ghost Hand gave a few words of encouragement, drank some wine, and turned to leave.
Xu Qing cupped his fists and bowed to Ghost Hand's back. Then, he left the Punishment Division and returned to the Sword Pavilion with exhaustion.
On the way, he recalled the scenes in the Minor World Prison. He was still a little shocked by the Sword Holding Palace's generosity. At the same time, he thought of the more than forty Near-Immortal Clans in the Minor World.
"Near-Immortal Clans …"
"If I want to investigate the Immortal Clans, unless I can get close to the Immortal Clans or the Holy Wave Clan, it will be difficult to investigate."
"The distance is too great."
"
Xu Qing suppressed the exhaustion in his heart and muttered to himself.
If he wanted to investigate this matter clearly, there would be many obstacles and it would be difficult to avoid. However, Xu Qing was very eager to obtain the 500,000 military credits, especially the second-class one.
After all, going to Dawn Mountain not only required military credits, but also battle credits.
Therefore, Xu Qing's eyes revealed a deep look. After analyzing in his mind, he suddenly had an idea.
"Actually, there is another direction. That is to start from the Immortal Clans themselves. This requires me to understand how the Immortal Clans are made."
"
Xu Qing muttered in his heart. He recalled that Ghost Hand had said that the County Deputy had studied the Immortal Clans. Therefore, he took out the Sword Holding Token Sword and used his military credits to apply for an opportunity to meet the County Deputy to learn from him.
The entire county recognized the County Deputy as knowledgeable. Therefore, when there were questions or needs, they would consult him.
However, the County Deputy usually assisted the County Governor in managing the county and was busy with official business. Therefore, it was up to the County Deputy to decide when the application would be approved.
Xu Qing was lucky. After returning to the Sword Pavilion and meditating for an hour, he received a reply from the County Deputy.
"Xu Qing?"
"Yes."
"County Deputy."
Xu Qing took out a jade slip and spoke respectfully.
"What do you want?"
The County Deputy's voice sounded a little tired. Clearly, he had just finished his official business.
Xu Qing knew that he should not disturb him too much.
Therefore, he simply stated his request to understand the Immortal Clans.
"Immortal Clans, if you have time now, come over. I'll take you to see for yourself."
"Alright."
Upon hearing the County Deputy's reply, Xu Qing was invigorated. He left the Sword Pavilion and headed straight for the county capital.
It was not late at night and the county capital was brightly lit. Many shops were open for business and there were many mortals as well. Even some snack shops were open for business. Occasionally, swordsmen and patrolling guards could be seen on the streets.
Xu Qing headed straight for the County Deputy's residence in the east of the city. When he approached, he explained his purpose of visit to the guards of the County Deputy's residence. Finally, he was led to the County Deputy's study.
"Swordsmen Xu Qing requests an audience with the County Deputy."
Xu Qing had a solemn expression as he cupped his fists and bowed.
"Come in."
The County Deputy's tired voice sounded from the study.
Xu Qing walked over respectfully and pushed open the door to the study. He saw the County Deputy and his assistants concocting the medicinal liquid.
One of them was a new swordsmen from the same batch as Xu Qing.
The swordsmen nodded when he saw Xu Qing. Then, he followed the County Deputy's instructions and prepared the medicinal liquid.
Xu Qing did not disturb him. He stood by the side and scanned the study. He saw many plants and bonsai not far away. Some of them were herbs and some were ordinary flowers.
At this moment, the County Deputy looked tired but his eyes were very bright. It was obvious that he was at a critical moment in the concoction.
Under his full concentration, bottles of medicinal liquid were mixed together. When he was finally done, he quickly walked to a pot of rock osmanthus and gently dripped the medicinal liquid into the soil.
However, there was obviously a deviation in the medicinal liquid. The bonsai withered visibly until it withered.
"Sigh."
"Sigh."
The County Deputy sighed softly. He rubbed his forehead and turned to look at Xu Qing. Just as he was about to speak, his voice transmission jade slip vibrated. He took it out and checked it. His expression became more serious.
"Xu Qing, the County Deputy asked me to go over. Today, I can't explain the immortal puppet to you. This is some information I recorded about the immortal puppet. You can study it yourself. If you don't understand anything, you can ask me."
"Sigh."
The County Deputy did not say much as it seemed to be a serious matter. After handing Xu Qing a recording jade slip, he tidied up his robe.
Before he left, he nodded apologetically at Xu Qing and instructed the assistants in the study to continue concocting the medicinal liquid. Then, he hurriedly stepped into the air and left.
Xu Qing took the jade slip and cupped his fists.
Seeing that the County Deputy's assistant in the study was starting to concoct the medicinal liquid again, Xu Qing knew that it was not appropriate for him to continue watching. Hence, he bade farewell and left the County Deputy's residence.
On the way back to the Sword Pavilion, the bustle in the county capital gradually dissipated. Although many shops were still open for business, some of the stalls were closing up.
Xu Qing swept his gaze across and saw a stall selling candied haws. Looking at the bright red candied haws, he thought for a while and walked over to buy one.
Xu Qing held it in his hand.
After taking a bite, he raised his eyebrows and looked down at the candied haws in his hand.
The candied haws tasted good, much better than the Seven Blood Pupils.
The perfect combination of sweetness and sourness and coldness reminded Xu Qing of his childhood memories in Wushuang City.
Hence, he turned back to look at the stall selling candied haws. The vendor there had already left.
"I'll just buy a few more."
Xu Qing muttered and took another bite.
It still tasted good.
Just like that, under the moonlight, he ate the candied haws while sensing the jade slip given by the County Deputy to check the information about the immortal puppet.
The records in the jade slip were very detailed and there were also many pictures. Clearly, the County Deputy had done a lot of research on this.
Xu Qing took a rough glance and was deeply impressed by the County Deputy's profound knowledge. Just as he was about to leave the county capital, his expression suddenly changed and he looked up into the distance.
In the distant pavilion, a middle-aged cultivator in black robes was speeding. He was very fast and constantly waved his hand to throw out poisonous powder that spread with the wind.
The poison was very strong and when it landed on some of the plants, they instantly withered and emitted a foul smell.
Behind him, there was another person who was chasing after him.
The pursuer was a woman wearing a sword-wielding Daoist robe and a mask on her face. She carried a huge evil ghost sickle. It was Qing Qiu.
The murderous intent in her eyes was extremely strong and her body was emitting a murderous aura. She wanted to chase after the middle-aged cultivator.
However, the other party had the same combat strength of five palaces as Qing Qiu. Coupled with the poison that spread with the wind, Qing Qiu could not close the distance between them for a while.
Xu Qing took a look. He had been doing missions frequently recently and immediately recognized that the black-robed man was a wanted criminal. In his memory, the other party had a nickname, Kid.
Therefore, Xu Qing had some impression of him.
However, since Qing Qiu was chasing after him, he did not intend to participate and was about to leave.
However, in the next moment, as the wind blew, some poison floated in front of Xu Qing.
This bit of poison was nothing to Xu Qing. However, after the wind blew, the remaining half of the candied haws in his hand turned black and emitted a foul smell.
Xu Qing's face suddenly darkened and he raised his head to look coldly at the black-robed man who was fleeing into the distance. He suddenly raised his right hand and waved it. The candied haws bamboo skewer in his hand instantly flew out.
It was so fast that it created a sharp sound as it tore through the air and went straight for the black-robed man.
In an instant, the candied haws bamboo skewer pierced through the black-robed man's head and went through.
As the black and smelly candied haws fell, the black-robed man's eyes widened and he died. His corpse fell to the ground with a bang.