Chapter 2636: Chapter 2637: The Secret of the Mine
These Sect Leaders are only at the Heavenly Martial Realm of cultivation; now that this Sect Leader has also broken through to the Heavenly Martial Realm, that means he’s in the same major realm as them. Even if there’s a difference in strength, it’s limited.
"You’ve entered the Heavenly Martial Realm; you’ve hidden well enough!" one Sect Master said coldly.
Within a sect, once a cultivator at the Heavenly Martial Realm emerges, their position immediately elevates significantly, and along with it, the distribution of resources in the area increases as well.
"I’ve hardly hidden any strength. Decades ago, I suffered severe injuries, which you all likely know about; otherwise, Infinity Sect would have long become a first-class sect. Although lucky enough to be healed a few years back, my lifespan wasn’t enough to advance further. If not for the young master’s assistance, I would never have been able to glimpse the mysteries of the Heavenly Martial Realm in my lifetime," the Sect Leader said.
Upon hearing this, the few were even more shocked.
Helping someone enhance their strength is no small feat; ordinary cultivators can’t do it!
To elevate a Earth Martial Realm cultivator to the Heavenly Martial Realm requires at least a Martial King Realm cultivation.
Moreover, it requires sacrificing Origin Source strength, only done for someone critically important. Otherwise, one wouldn’t exhaust their Origin Source to enhance another’s cultivation!
Of course, these people do not believe Ye Luo possesses Martial King Realm cultivation; they attribute it all to him carrying the will of a significant figure.
Furthermore, they noticed that the Infinity Sect Leader previously referred to Ye Luo as "sir," but now it has changed to "young master!" This proves not only dependence on Ye Luo but also loyalty to him!
"Since that’s the case, just serve the master wholeheartedly! By the way, we’ve recently recovered many mineral resources but have yet to find the whereabouts of the Spirit of Crystal Stone! However, those major powers should have reacted, so the master should be prepared!" the Sect Master said.
Ye Luo squinted his eyes; these sects have acted quickly, but Ye Luo isn’t the usual spendthrift young master. How could he let them take advantage?
At least Infinity Sect provided the Spirit of Crystal Stone’s whereabouts; these sects contribute nothing, wanting crystal stones, and also wish for Ye Luo to bear the blame. Where could such good fortune exist?
"Your actions are indeed swift, so be it, I happen to want to investigate the mineral resources!" Ye Luo said calmly.
Upon hearing this, the Sect Masters paused momentarily, not expecting such a young master to be interested in crystal stones and visiting mines.
"Master, those mines are extremely filthy and chaotic, unsuitable for you to inspect. If you fancy crystal stones, we shall prepare some for you!" the Sect Master immediately said.
Ye Luo, upon hearing this, internally sneered; he knows how many crystal stones a mine produces daily. They think giving him a few crystal stones will placate him; they truly treat him as a naive young master.
"Just make arrangements; I’m indeed interested in the crystal mines!" Ye Luo’s tone grew colder.
The other Sect Masters exchanged glances and nodded slightly, certainly not daring to defy Ye Luo’s orders outright.
"In that case, let us accompany the master for a visit!"
Ye Luo immediately decided to head to the mines; his goal remains finding the whereabouts of the Spirit of Crystal Stone.
Soon, these Sect Masters, along with the Infinity Sect Leader, arrived at the mine mountain. The crystal stones gather here; generally speaking, a mountain with crystal stones will have several mineral deposits.
"Master, this site is the mine we’ve just reclaimed, containing five mineral veins. Let us accompany you in exploring," one Sect Master said.
Ye Luo shook his head, "No need, I’ll go with Xiao Wu; you don’t need to follow."
Upon hearing this, the other Sect Masters showed mixed expressions.
"Young master, allow me to accompany you. If any mishap occurs, Xiao Wu might not handle it," the Infinity Sect Leader quickly stepped forward.
"Very well," Ye Luo agreed, nodding. Then he proceeded towards the mines with the two.
"Hmph, this Infinity Sect Leader is indeed a cunning old fox, gaining this young lad’s favor!" One Sect Master frowned at Ye Luo’s retreating figure.
"No matter; that old fool thinks he’s safe now, but we’re the ones truly gaining from this!"
"Exactly; should those nobles inquire, this young lad becomes the scapegoat. Let them engage, and we reap the benefits as the bystanders!"
The Sect Masters laughed heartily afterward.
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"Hmph!" Walking, Ye Luo suddenly snorted coldly.
"Master, is there anything you wish to instruct?" Xiao Wu promptly stepped forward inquiring.
Ye Luo shook his head slowly, "Nothing, just lead the way."
What those Sect Masters and Sect Leaders previously said couldn’t evade Ye Luo’s ears. With his robust Divine Sense, a slight lingering detects everything without their noticing.
"If that’s the case, I’ll let you live a few days more then!" Ye Luo coldly huffed internally.
Soon, led by Xiao Wu, they arrived at one of the mines, larger than the one Ye Luo visited before, extending possibly all the way down the mountain after countless years of extraction.
Inside, there were naturally many miners mining; in fact, this mine had reached its final phase, unlikely to attract the Spirit of Crystal Stone.
"Move to the next one," Ye Luo instructed Xiao Wu directly.
He quickly inspected the five mines, feeling somewhat disappointed. These were old mines with little extraction value, barely enticing the Spirit of Crystal Stone.
"Something’s amiss, perhaps unmined veins still exist on this mountain!"
Ye Luo’s thoughts shifted, activating the Clairvoyant Eye.
The mountain appeared massive, and miners usually searched just on the surface; the rock layers were tough, difficult even for Martial King realm experts to penetrate.
Therefore, locating deposits is no easy task.
Once his Clairvoyant Eye activated, the mountain appeared transformed.
Of course, the Clairvoyant Eye isn’t omnipotent; the mountain’s interior remains elusive. However, he can detect the presence of Spiritual Energy Origin!
The Spiritual Energy Origin slightly differs from spiritual energy; where it exists, spiritual energy constantly releases, indicating mineral veins below.
