Seeing the solemn expressions on Wang Shan's and Nan Jie's faces, Qi Ping immediately guessed the general situation.
The situation is definitely not good...
"The robber cultivators are still here, and the situation is even more serious than a month ago..."
Wang Shan's words startled Qi Ping.
Nan Jie also chimed in at this moment. She didn't like idle chatter, but she always had her own opinions on important matters.
"What I know is the same as what Wang Shan said, the situation with the robber cultivators has not eased, but has become more serious."
"Someone I know, the uncle who keeps bees on Peak 032 in Area D, was at the Qi Refining Stage level 3. Half a month ago, he was chopped into several pieces by robber cultivators while he was out. There were no signs of resistance..."
"So that robber Cultivator's strength is probably very high. The things on the peak were also quietly looted, and the Bee King and golden marrow honey were all taken away."
Nan Jie's words sent another chill down Qi Ping's spine.
Someone at Qi Refining Stage level 3 was killed without any resistance?
This indicates that the robber cultivators have at least close to Qi Refining Stage level 5 strength, or possibly even higher!
This means if Qi Ping were ambushed, he could also be quickly killed before he could react.
Or even if the Gold Marrow Bees reacted and met the enemy in advance, the opponent might still break through the Gold Marrow Bees' encirclement and kill him.
This is the drawback of insect spirit beasts like Gold Marrow Bees. Unless they can kill the enemy in a short time, in non-overwhelming situations, it is very likely they can break through the defense line and cause harm to Qi Ping.
Moreover, Qi Ping had met the beekeeper on Peak 032 in Area D that Nan Jie mentioned a couple of times; he was considered a friend of Old Zhou. He didn't expect that he would be dismembered by robber cultivators half a month ago.
Upon hearing this news, Qi Ping felt uneasy.
Wang Shan then took over the conversation:
"I also heard about this news. That robber Cultivator could even sneak onto Peak 032 in Area D, which means that robber Cultivator might be very familiar with this place."
Hearing this, everyone fell silent.
This is undoubtedly a very dangerous sign. If that robber Cultivator is very familiar with the geographical location and personnel situation near the Cloud Mist Mountain Range, the danger level will skyrocket.
In a situation where the enemy is hidden and we are exposed, if we encounter targeted robbery and killing, the probability of death is very high.
After a long time, Wang Shan sighed heavily and said:
"I really don't understand why Qingyuan Sect no longer maintains the public order of Qing Shi Town. I really miss the life back then."
Although it was hard work back then and we couldn't make a lot of money, at least safety was guaranteed.
With a little hard work and effort, we could still earn some money, and occasionally gather with Fellow Daoists to drink and eat chicken. Life was quite flavorful.
Unlike now, when you go out, you have to worry about whether you will be killed by suddenly appearing robber cultivators.
Times are tough!
Wang Shan then added:
"So recently, if it's not necessary, let's not go out."
Hearing this, both Qi Ping and Nan Jie smiled helplessly.
It was clear that both of them had a need to go out.
Qi Ping sighed helplessly.
"My spiritual stones are not enough to pay the next period's rent. I have to sell some golden marrow honey, and I also need to purchase some living and cultivation supplies."
The previous box of Black Little Bee honey was enough for him and Old Zhou's expenses, although it was just barely sufficient. It was no longer as ample as when Old Zhou was alone.
Old Zhou had said not to buy him any more Blood Condensing Pills, and for wine, just buy some ordinary wine, but Qi Ping refused.
Without Blood Condensing Pills, Old Zhou's rate of Qi and Blood decay would accelerate, reducing his Lifespan by at least a few years.
In addition, the actual output of the Black Little Bees was barely enough to support two people's cultivation and life, it was just not ample.
Qi Ping couldn't possibly take all of Old Zhou's inheritance and wealth and then also take away a few years of his Lifespan.
Now Qi Ping didn't have this worry anymore. The effect of golden marrow honey was countless times better than Blood Condensing Pills. It was just that he still needed to sell golden marrow honey to gather enough spiritual stones again.
"I'm also about the same. I have to sell a batch of Yun Ling Fruits and buy some Materials for making spiritual fertilizer. Otherwise, it will be troublesome if the Yun Ling Fruit trees wither due to lack of spiritual fertilizer."
Nan Jie also explained the same.
Then they exchanged glances with Qi Ping, both seeing the helplessness in each other's eyes.
Wang Shan also expressed his powerlessness regarding this. His own spiritual stones were barely enough to pay the rent, so he couldn't help much.
As for risking accompanying Qi Ping and Nan Jie to Qing Shi Market, he might have done so when he was young, but now he has a wife and children at home.
The responsibility on his shoulders had long made him past the age of sacrificing himself for others. He wouldn't refuse what he could do, but he absolutely couldn't ignore his wife and children.
Next, the three of them chatted about some current events in Qing Shi County while waiting for others to arrive, to see if anyone was going to Qing Shi Market together.
One more person means one more layer of security.
Especially since the members of Fusheng Society have all cultivated the Qi Concealment Technique, robber cultivators generally wouldn't dare to act rashly if they can't figure out their strength.
It's worth mentioning here that the Qi Concealment Technique was given for free by Wang Shan, this elder brother, to all members of Fusheng Society to Cultivate, with the aim of hoping everyone could have an extra layer of security.
From this, one can also see Wang Shan's character.
It's a pity that the three of them waited for a long time, but no one else came.
It's estimated that everyone is trying to reduce going out because of the robber cultivators.
"It seems only the two of us are going, Xiao Qi. But don't worry, Nan Jie is here if anything happens! With the two of us together, ordinary robber cultivators wouldn't dare to attack. Just be careful, and taking the small path will also be safer!"
Seemingly noticing Qi Ping's worry, Nan Jie spoke up to comfort him.
She knew that Qi Ping's strength was not high, so in recent years, as long as it was along the way, she would usually take Qi Ping with her.
"Then I'll trouble Nan Jie!"
Qi Ping did not refuse. He knew this was Nan Jie's kindness.
Moreover, even if he had the Gold Marrow Bees, having Nan Jie, someone with combat strength close to Qi Refining Stage level 5, by his side would greatly increase safety and fault tolerance.
Just as Qi Ping and Nan Jie said goodbye to Wang Shan and were about to take the small path to head to Qing Shi Town, a young man radiating sunny vitality walked into the Fusheng Society courtyard.
"Brother Shan, Nan Jie, Brother Qi, you're all here!"
This youthful face and energetic tone belonged to none other than Lin Chaoyang, the second youngest member of Fusheng Society.
Lin Chaoyang was two years younger than Qi Ping and had a Qi Refining Stage level 2 cultivation. His Talent was significantly better than Qi Ping's.
Lin Chaoyang was the young master of a wealthy Mortal family. Perhaps because he was too well cared for since childhood, he still retained a full youthful spirit, and he was a pretty good person.
When he was traveling aimlessly outside, he met Wang Shan. Wang Shan saw that Lin Chaoyang was a decent person and introduced him to join Fusheng Society.
As expected, as soon as he came in, he started talking excitedly:
"Let me tell you, I recently heard that there's a small Secret Realm about to appear at the junction of Qing Shi County and Baiyun County! Cultivators at the Qi Refining Stage can all enter to seek opportunities. Have you heard about it?"
"A small Secret Realm that Qi Refining Stage Cultivators can enter?"
Qi Ping, Nan Jie, and Wang Shan all shook their heads, indicating they hadn't heard of it.
"Then let me tell you about it," Lin Chaoyang then started talking rapidly:
"That Secret Realm... the situation is roughly like this. It's estimated to open in about a month!"
"On the path of cultivation, Opportunity comes first. Without Opportunity, one cannot become immortal!"
"Brother Shan, Nan Jie, Brother Qi, how about we go together and try our luck? Maybe we can get a great Opportunity!"
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