Very soon.
After Wang Nian finished speaking, Li Ye also approached, his expression changing from previous sternness, contrary to Wang Nian's usual fierceness, "Everyone here will be part of my side peak in the future. I'm just a steward in the Night Patrol Department, so I won't put on airs... During my tenure, if any of you have cultivation questions, feel free to seek me out."
As soon as he said this.
Many Corpse Buriers were overjoyed.
Because in the past, no one had ever spoken to them like this, nor treated them so warmly.
Seeing this scene, Wen Jiu couldn't help but feel emotional — this guy is quite good at winning people over.
Just with these words.
These hundreds of Corpse Buriers would likely be obedient to him, feeling sincere admiration.
Next, Li Ye spoke again, waving his hand to signal everyone to disperse, "You can work boldly and confidently. With me and the Night Patrol Department around, you can be sure of your safety in the Corpse Remains Death Land!"
The next moment.
Hundreds of Corpse Buriers bowed in salute.
"Thank you, Elder!"
"Thank you, Steward Li!"
Although Wang Nian was displeased, he remained silent.
Just as the Corpse Buriers were about to leave, Li Ye suddenly called out to Wen Jiu, "That kid from the Wen family, come over here."
Seeing Wen Jiu being called out.
The corners of Fang Zheng and his two companions' lips twitched with cold and smug expressions.
The other Corpse Buriers also wore expressions as if watching a show.
Wang Nian quickly stepped forward, "Li Ye, what do you intend to do?"
Li Ye's face darkened, "Fellow Daoist Wang, this is a matter for my Night Patrol Department. Do you really want to inquire?"
"Don't go too far!"
Wang Nian's brows furrowed with anger.
Seeing this.
Wen Jiu quickly spoke up to prevent conflict, "Brother Wang, it's okay… I'll be right back."
Hearing Wen Jiu's words, Wang Nian refrained from saying more.
But the anger in his brows lingered for a long time.
Li Ye chuckled softly and left with his hands behind his back.
Wen Jiu immediately followed.
After walking ten yards, Li Ye did not turn around, but spoke with his back turned, "Kid, don't take part in the year-end examination. In ten years, I'll definitely arrange a position for you in the Night Patrol Department… What do you think?"
Li Ye's words were cold.
Hiding murderous intent.
It seemed like a question.
But to Wen Jiu, was this really a discussion?
"Whatever the elder says." Wen Jiu dared not refuse, fearing that Li Ye might strike directly.
He was merely a Corpse Burier.
While the other was a steward of the Night Patrol Department.
He could be killed with a single strike.
Li Ye wouldn't need to bear any responsibility.
"You are wise," Li Ye nodded with satisfaction, and much of the coldness dissipated, then he continued, "To be honest with you, Steward Xu won't return within a year. Without his word, no matter how strong your Heterodox Talent, it's still heterodox… No one will select you as an apprentice."
"I understand."
Wen Jiu nodded.
"In ten years, I'll keep my promise and you'll join my Night Patrol Department," Li Ye turned, looking pleased at Wen Jiu.
Wen Jiu cupped his fists in gratitude.
"Thank you, Elder."
Li Ye smiled and turned to leave.
Wen Jiu stood there.
Without moving for a long time.
Ten years?
Heh.
Forcing himself to dispel the murderous intent in his heart, Wen Jiu turned and left quickly as well.
When he returned, he saw the smiles of Fang Zheng and his companions, full of ridicule.
…
After returning to the Corpse Remains Death Land.
Wen Jiu said nothing and busied himself with his tasks.
But what Wen Jiu did not expect was that Wang Nian, who always despised the Corpse Remains Death Land, actually entered on his own initiative.
And found him.
"I heard everything!"
Wen Jiu could feel Wang Nian's anger.
"Brother Wang, it's fine… But I'm curious, why would he personally intervene to stop me from participating in the examination?"
Wang Nian whispered, "Originally, it was a secret, not to be disclosed to you, but I really can't stand that bastard… Because this year, apprentices can directly become official disciples and participate in the triennial newcomer examination. As long as one passes, they can enter the main peak for cultivation and be taught by the Elders."
"I see."
Wen Jiu suddenly understood.
Passing the examination meant going to the main peak for cultivation.
Being taught by the Elders.
No wonder Li Ye personally intervened for Fang Zheng and his group.
Wang Nian spoke again, "You focus on cultivating first, I'll think of something for you."
"Thank you, Brother Wang."
Wen Jiu bowed in thanks.
If Wang Nian can think of a way.
That would be best.
If not,
then he must take action.
Li Ye.
Qi Cultivation Third Layer, huh.
...
In the blink of an eye, several more days passed.
The Night Patrol Department people in the Corpse Remains Death Land were still there.
Moreover, many from the Night Patrol Department delved deep into the Corpse Remains Death Land, time and again, as if searching for something.
To be honest.
Wen Jiu worried the body would be discovered.
A male Cultivator's body at Qi Cultivation Perfection and a damaged Tier One High-grade Spiritual Artifact, he didn't want to lose them.
But he was powerless now.
He could only pray.
Fortunately, after searching for a few days, they ceased looking.
Wen Jiu also breathed a big sigh of relief.
The next day, Wen Jiu began wandering the Corpse Remains Death Land with the Black Corpse, seeking Yin Souls to make up for the lost experience these days. Thus, he began a blanket search with his Divine Sense, not hesitating to venture deep.
Perhaps due to the time, in less than an hour, Wen Jiu found a fledgling Yin Soul in the crevices of a pile of chaotic stones.
The Black Corpse hungrily lunged forward, easily devouring it. However, that was when a voice emerged from the mist-like Yin Qi, a frail, elderly male Cultivator's voice.
"Young friend..."
"Young friend..."
Wen Jiu's heart tightened.
He couldn't help but take a few steps back, standing behind the Black Corpse.
The source of the voice was unclear,
but the expansive Divine Sense revealed an extremely potent Yin Qi, several times more than the cold Yin Qi around, ten times that of the fledgling Yin Soul just now—emitting an extremely dangerous aura.
At this moment.
A kind, elderly Cultivator's figure slowly floated out from the corpse gap, inquiring, "Young friend, could you be the Corpse Burier from Deadman Peak?"
Wen Jiu was startled.
Yin Soul!
A true Yin Soul!
Even in daytime, its aura surpassed his, even bringing forth a long-missed chill.
It might rival a Second-Layer Qi Cultivation Cultivator.
Sensing Wen Jiu's tension, the Yin Soul elder hurriedly spoke, "Fear not, young friend. I am Sikong Ming, a Night Patrol Steward from Thousand Leaves Peak, who perished here months ago. After enduring many hardships, I managed to leave behind a Yin Soul... Could you convey a message back to Thousand Leaves Peak, and summon the people from the Night Patrol Department? I shall reward you handsomely!"
"How handsome?"
Wen Jiu asked.
The Yin Soul elder urgently replied, "I can have my old friend accept you as a disciple, thus you could directly become a disciple of Deadman Peak, sparing you the toilsome work of a Corpse Burier... If you have other requests, feel free to voice them!"
"Alright!"
Wen Jiu showed a hint of joy.
"Senior, please wait, I'll fetch people immediately."
Saying so,
Wen Jiu turned away.
In the instant Wen Jiu turned, the Yin Soul elder lunged at him like a hungry tiger, his gentle and kind demeanor vanished, replaced by sheer ferocity!
The surging Yin Qi crashed over like a tidal wave, and instantly disappeared from the spot, reaching behind Wen Jiu in the blink of an eye.
So fast.
It was shocking.
"Boy, die!"
The words fell.
As the Yin Soul elder pounced at Wen Jiu, the Black Corpse stood in his way, biting into the elder, blood light flashing on its body, clamping him tightly with its arms, rendering his struggles futile.
Wen Jiu recoiled ten steps.
After turning, he coldly watched the elder being devoured by the Black Corpse.
The Yin Soul elder quickly pleaded for mercy, offering to teach Wen Jiu all his life knowledge, yet Wen Jiu didn't blink.
Only after the Black Corpse completely devoured him did Wen Jiu move, releasing a sigh, "Luckily, it's daytime, and the Black Corpse's Blood Transformation Body is at the Second Layer... I didn't expect to encounter a Yin Soul comparable to Qi Cultivation Second Layer."
If it were night,
it might really be tough to handle.
Even with the Black Corpse having a Double Blood Body.
"Devouring such a mighty Yin Soul, I wonder how much experience and necrotic energy can be gained."
Wen Jiu couldn't help but anticipate the evening's settlement.
Soon.
Midnight descended.
The daily settlement began.
[Daily Settlement Panel Lv2 (1/1000)]
[Today's Settlement!]
[Chanted the Corpse Nourishing Spell for one hour, Yinzhou Corpse Nourishing Spell experience +10.]
[Buried corpses in the Land of Death for three hours, sought Yin Souls for three hours, continuously absorbing corpse energy, necrotic energy, panel experience +1, corpse energy +6, necrotic energy +6]
[Nourished corpses in the Corpse Nourishing Land for twelve hours using Yin Qi, with plenty of Cultivator's blood, devoured a Tier One Lower-class Yin Soul Ghost Cultivator, panel experience +1, dead body mutation experience +18, +40, Corpse Nurturer experience +1, Blood Transformation Body experience +12, necrotic energy +200, Black Corpse acquired lower-tier Yin Soul Ghost Cultivator's ghost magic: Three Rivers Ghost Concealment.]
[Used two bowls of inferior Spirit Rice, one jin of Non-tiered Demon Beast Flesh, refined body for two hours with Earthly Evil Yin Qi, Body Refining experience +20]
[PS: Daily panel upgrade, from tomorrow, all gained experience will double!]
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