Chapter 1550: Chapter 925: Stone Statue
Elder Ku Wen picked up the box and handed it to Nalan Shuo, who was leading the group, "Number 1, keep this box well. Inside are a few elixirs that can stabilize spiritual power and delay the backlash from magic artifacts. But remember, only take them as a last resort."
"Once the effects of the elixir wear off, there will be a period of weakness. If you haven’t resolved the trouble in front of you by then, you’ll be in a very passive position." Elder Ku Wen spoke in a heavy tone, his face uncharacteristically serious.
Nalan Shuo took the box, weighing it in his hand. The box felt very light, as if it were empty. "How long will the effects last?"
"It varies from person to person, but generally a little over half an hour, and no longer than one hour at most," Elder Ku Wen explained.
"Half an hour... that’s enough," Nalan Shuo nodded as he put away the box.
Half an hour is certainly enough for people like Yang Xiao and Nalan Shuo. Confrontations between Angel Envoys rarely drag on, unless both sides are evenly matched, or one side is only thinking of fleeing. Otherwise, a winner is decided quickly.
The elixir is indeed a trump card, but it’s also a kind of shackle. Once taken, it’s a fight to the death. If the Japanese Apostles escape, it will be a huge problem.
If they wait until the weakness sets in and those Japanese Apostles come back for a counterattack, then everyone here may end up in the Secret Realm.
However, Yang Xiao was also prepared. He still had an elixir given to him by Dean Sheng hidden on his person.
This was a precious item, one that could be considered top-grade, extremely rare even among superpowers like the Yin Temple Secret Sect and Dharma Sect. Previously, he had endured the attack of one of the Nine Great City Lords of the Dharma Sect, the Demon Sect Vajra, by relying on this elixir, until the Cannibal Buddha came to his aid.
Although Yang Xiao didn’t want to waste such a good item here, if it really came to a critical moment, he wouldn’t hesitate. After all, if he lost his life, nothing else would matter. He understood the importance of prioritizing.
"Before you go, I have a few words to make clear. According to the elders’ investigation, this Secret Realm itself isn’t exceptionally dangerous, but you must be cautious. No matter what opportunities you encounter inside, or if you manage to kill the Japanese Apostles, do not pick up any magic artifacts they drop."
"According to the elders’ calculations, the unowned magic artifacts in this Secret Realm are extremely dangerous and likely to attract the Source Ghost that roams within."
"Similarly, if any of you die for any reason, you must not pick up that person’s magic artifacts."
"When you return, I will personally check each of you. If I find anyone has taken what they shouldn’t, don’t blame me for turning hostile. I guarantee that person won’t be able to leave the gates of my Yi Sect." Elder Ku Wen’s face was grim as he seemingly unintentionally glanced at the Chamber of Commerce duo, his words carrying a heavy warning.
I don’t know if Elder Ku Wen used some unknown magic artifact, but the moment his gaze passed over them, the Chamber of Commerce duo felt a tremor in their hearts as if they had brushed against the edge of death.
But unlike the Chamber of Commerce duo, Yang Xiao’s lips curled slightly under his mask, aware that Elder Ku Wen’s words were meant for the Chamber of Commerce duo, intended to deter them.
After all, during the previous sparring, he had displayed too many valuable items, any of which could easily incite envy.
The people of the Yi Sect were worried that the Chamber of Commerce duo might harbor improper intentions. With Jiang Qingluan present, they might not resort to outright violence to rob treasures, but they could still employ underhanded tactics.
For example, during a siege on Yang Xiao and Nalan Shuo, they could stand by and watch, waiting for their deaths before swooping in to loot the bodies.
The world of martial arts is treacherous, and this scenario is entirely plausible. Elder Ku Wen, as an experienced figure in the martial arts world, understood that the Angel Envoys would do anything for a suitable magic artifact.
Elder Ku Wen was not self-proclaimed saintly. If Yang Xiao didn’t have the Patrol Defense Office background, wasn’t a guest invited by the Yi Sect, or hadn’t saved Jiang Qingluan, he wouldn’t turn a blind eye to the valuable items Yang Xiao possessed.
Let’s put it this way: if they met outside, Yang Xiao would have no chance of leaving, let alone going home for dinner. After killing him and taking his magic artifacts, the body would be disposed of perfectly, without any trace.
Faced with Elder Ku Wen’s warnings, the Chamber of Commerce duo appeared very compliant, as they had no choice in the matter. This was the Yi Sect’s territory, and they had signed Death Contracts.
However, even without Elder Ku Wen’s words, they dared not act against Yang Xiao or Nalan Shuo. This person’s background was too strong, and if anything happened, the powers behind him would surely seek justice.
If it were discovered that the magic artifacts were on them, it would spell big trouble.
They envied the fine magic artifacts, but they also needed to survive to possess them. For ordinary folks, keeping such precious items could be a burden.
Seeing that his warning had achieved its purpose, Elder Ku Wen’s expression softened significantly. "Everyone, my Yi Sect will not forget the gracious assistance today. Business is business, friendship is friendship. Once this is over, my Yi Sect has prepared generous gifts for you all."
"I’ve received news that the sect’s treasury is being opened, and everyone is welcome to enter and select a magic artifact to take with you, as a token of our gratitude from my Yi Sect."
