Mortals cultivate immortality, and their IQ is playing with their heartbeats

#303 - The trap is revealed

The perfect performance of the Substitute Puppet in the room allowed Li Chengfeng to enjoy a moment of peace in the Life Realm space.

He knew that such peace was only temporary, and the real challenge was yet to come.

Therefore, he used this time to begin an in-depth study of the Black Hole Stone and Blood Nether Stone in his possession.

The appearance of the Black Hole Stone filled Li Chengfeng with unprecedented shock.

The power of wind contained within this stone seemed capable of piercing through heaven and earth, connecting the vast universe, and its domineering nature far surpassed any wind-attribute spiritual object he had ever seen.

In comparison, the Cyclone Technique and Wind Cave he had relied on before were simply like toys for children, utterly incomparable.

In the process of comprehending the Black Hole Stone, Li Chengfeng's understanding of the essence of wind reached a new level.

He realized that although the wind techniques he had previously used were powerful, they still seemed inadequate when facing cultivators of higher realms.

This was not only due to the difference in cultivation levels but also because his understanding of the essence of wind was not profound enough.

Therefore, he placed the Black Hole Stone aside, allowing it to naturally absorb and release the spiritual energy of heaven and earth to restore its original luster and power.

At the same time, he also began to handle the Blood Nether Stone.

As a treasure containing rich blood energy and ghostly energy, the Blood Nether Stone required special means to control.

Li Chengfeng sent it into the Hell space, allowing it to absorb and release blood energy and ghostly energy there, making it more pure and powerful.

Just as Li Chengfeng was immersed in cultivation and preparation, the Substitute Puppet suddenly sent back a message—Wang Jun had come to request an audience.

This news instantly invigorated Li Chengfeng.

He knew that Wang Jun, as a key figure in this conspiracy, his arrival meant that the real contest was about to begin.

Li Chengfeng quickly opened one side of the visible space, and through this transparent barrier, he could clearly see the situation outside.

However, the people outside could not detect his existence. This was the unique feature of his space and a major advantage in this contest.

In the visible space, Li Chengfeng saw Wang Jun standing outside the door, gently knocking on the door. Although his voice was gentle, his eyes flickered with intense killing intent.

This made Li Chengfeng even more certain that Wang Jun's visit was by no means amicable.

Li Chengfeng knew that he was facing not only a difficult opponent but also an old monster who might have a deep background.

Therefore, he cautiously controlled the Substitute Puppet, ensuring that every detail was perfect.

After the Substitute Puppet opened the door, it greeted Wang Jun with an arrogant but polite demeanor, its nostrils turned to the sky as if silently declaring its position.

"Wang Jun, although you are the Young City Lord, you have no special privileges here."

The Substitute Puppet's voice carried a hint of unquestionable determination, "Just say what you need to say. If there's nothing, I don't have time to chat with you."

"Furthermore, I am your father's honored guest. You should still give me this much respect."

Upon hearing this, Wang Jun not only did not get angry but instead laughed heartily, seemingly not caring about the Substitute Puppet's attitude.

"Brother Qiu, you're being too serious. My closeness with His Highness Qi Bai is not because we are in the same group, but because we are forced by the situation."

"The Wang family is attached to the Qi Dynasty, and some things must be done. I'm actually here to make a deal with you. I wonder what you think?"

Li Chengfeng nodded through the Substitute Puppet, indicating his willingness to listen to Wang Jun's proposal. "Doing business is naturally good, brother."

"Come, come, come, please come inside."

As he spoke, he closed the door and led Wang Jun into the room.

After sitting down.

Wang Jun's expression became serious. "To be honest, His Highness Qi Bai asked me to come over to buy back his jade pendant."

"Brother Qiu, what do you think of this proposal? Of course, we can discuss the price."

Li Chengfeng's Substitute Puppet smiled slightly, with a shrewd glint in its eyes.

"Oh? This jade pendant is not something that can be sold casually."

"I wonder how much His Highness Qi Bai is willing to offer? If it's too little, I won't be interested."

Wang Jun chuckled, seemingly anticipating Li Chengfeng's reaction.

"That's natural. There were too many people just now, so it was naturally not easy for His Highness Qi Bai to speak directly."

"He has now entrusted me to come over to hear your opinion."

"I'll just be a middleman, helping you both mediate. If the price is right, then everyone will be happy; if it's not right, then forget it, after all, we are all friends."

Speaking of this, Wang Jun changed the subject and brought up another topic. "By the way, Brother Qiu, aren't you collecting rare stones?"

"I know a place, it's my father's secret chamber, and it contains many precious rare stones. Even His Highness Qi Bai doesn't know about this place. If you are interested..."

Li Chengfeng's mind raced, sensing that the secret chamber must contain rare gems, but also fearing the possibility of a trap to lure him in.

After hesitating for a moment between the precious rare stones and the identity of the Substitute Puppet.

He resolutely agreed: "Young City Lord, since you are so frank, I will also be straightforward."

"If there are gems in the secret chamber that satisfy me, I will give you this jade pendant, whether you give it to His Highness Qi Bai or dispose of it as you wish, it has nothing to do with me, how about it?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Jun's face lit up with joy, and he smiled: "This is truly brotherly affection! Haha, time waits for no one. At this moment, my father is busy with other matters."

"It is the perfect opportunity to explore that place. Apart from you and me, no third person knows this secret."

"Considering the noble status of His Highness Qi Bai, if this matter is leaked, unforeseen events may occur, so I hope Brother Qiu will keep it a secret."

Li Chengfeng's Substitute Puppet responded: "That's natural. There is no time to delay, let's set off immediately."

Subsequently, Wang Jun led Li Chengfeng through winding paths to a hidden back garden.

The garden was filled with exotic flowers and rare herbs, and the spiritual energy was rich and pure.

Arriving at a pool, Wang Jun took out a token and tapped it a few times. The pool water seemed to be drawn by an invisible force.

Automatically diverging, revealing a square mechanism below. In an instant, a cave entrance appeared.

"Brother Qiu, please."

Li Chengfeng controlled the Substitute Puppet to step into the cave, Wang Jun followed closely behind, and then closed the cave entrance. The water flowed back again, covering all traces.

The cave was a different world, decorated luxuriously, with rare stones and exotic trees complementing each other. Although the space was wide, there was only one stone in the center.

This scene made Li Chengfeng frown: "Young City Lord, you said that there are rare stones everywhere here, how come I only see this lone stone?"

The stone emitted a strange light, flickering on and off, as if some indescribable aura was flowing inside, and below it was a complex formation.

With Li Chengfeng's knowledge, he could not even fathom its mysteries for a moment.

It should be known that he has always been able to quickly understand the essence of formations and techniques, but this formation has plunged him into unprecedented confusion.

Wang Jun's mouth curled into a strange smile, and he slowly said: "Li Chengfeng, there's no need for you and me to pretend anymore. We are both people who know each other well."

"I didn't expect that you, with your mere Foundation Establishment cultivation, would be so cunning, using the name of Qiu Fengyue to mingle in Jinfeng City. What exactly are you plotting?"

As soon as these words came out, Li Chengfeng, who was in the Life Realm space, felt his scalp tingle. He never expected that his every move had already been seen through by Wang Jun.

However, he did not easily reveal any flaws. Instead, he pretended to be calm and snorted coldly: "What you said is really inexplicable. How could I be Li Chengfeng?"

"That Li Chengfeng and I have an irreconcilable hatred. Are you trying to insult me by saying this? Could it be that you want to get something for nothing and covet my jade pendant?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Jun laughed even louder: "Li Chengfeng, why do you need to pretend anymore? My Ancient Demon Eyes can see through the essence of all things. Your disguise is useless in front of me."

"Your purpose here is nothing more than to find a rare stone similar to the one you once studied deeply."

"What surprises me even more is that you can comprehend peerless divine powers from it, which is rare in the human world."

"Therefore, I am filled with a strong interest in your body and soul."