Mysteries of Immortal Puppet Master - Chapter 1505

Chapter 1505: Chapter 618: Healing the Red Robe Guest (2)

Lei Wangyue continued, “The Xiang Si Sect is also a power of Flowing Cloud Peak. Should your side contribute as well?”

Yin Baiming’s dominoes clattered lightly. After a moment’s silence, he said, “The Xiang Si Sect will also share the portion equally with us.”

Seeing his agreement, Lei Wangyue looked towards the other people present.

Jin Mantang was the first to sigh, “Everyone, this is not a small amount.”

The Golden Hairpin Old Woman sneered, “If Flowing Gold Guest loses again, what does this cost count as?”

Flowing Gold Guest snorted coldly, displeased.

Zhao Ni said in a deep voice, “Bird and Beast Manor can provide a share. If Nanming Village is not suppressed, we won’t have peace in the future either.”

Ye Qingming gently held her tea cup and said softly, “The Green Tea Society can also provide a share. The momentum of Nanming Village is indeed too strong, it should be suppressed a bit.”

Wen Suzhen pondered for a moment, “The Suspended Pot Residence agrees.”

Jin Mantang spread his chubby hand, “The Floating Life Association also acknowledges it. Since we have already invested so much in Flowing Gold Guest, we have to follow through.”

Members present expressed their opinions one after another.

Only the representative of the Territorial Expansion Alliance, Qiu Lei, remained silent.

Over at White Cloud Village, You Yunshou was also silent.

Lei Wangyue looked towards the two, “Friends?”

Qiu Lei’s expression was stable, and his voice was slightly deep, “The Territorial Expansion Alliance needs further discussion.”

You Yunshou also said, “So does White Cloud Village.”

Lei Wangyue frowned, “Hesitating at this time?”

Qiu Lei glanced at him and then at You Yunshou, “Indeed, it needs some thought.”

You Yunshou said nothing more, only nodded slightly.

The two exchanged a subtle glance in the air.

The hearts of those present already understood—the sudden exposure of the Sun Raising Yang Locking Cloud Altar has already sparked a covert confrontation between the Territorial Expansion Alliance and White Cloud Village.

Both factions want this feng shui treasure.

The Territorial Expansion Alliance had been nurturing it secretly for years, but the area indeed belongs to White Cloud Village.

In fact, the Territorial Expansion Alliance had attempted several moves, mostly hinting indirectly, intending to buy the land, but all were unsuccessful.

The two sides have not officially fallen out yet but have faintly started a standoff.

They are each deploying personnel, sorting accounts, and gathering evidence, preparing to contest the naming rights around the Sun Raising Yang Locking Cloud Altar.

Under such circumstances, to ask them to crowdfund to hire the Three Brave of Xiang Sect, it’s not that they are unwilling, but the focus is clearly on the struggle over the Sun Raising Yang Locking Cloud Altar.

At this time, splitting their energy and finances to also consider Nanming Village—what if in future confrontation, this lack of strength causes the treasure to be lost, then what?

Ye Qingming couldn’t help but softly remind, “You two, internal strife now will only benefit Nanming Village.”

Wen Suzhen suddenly sighed, “Lately, I’ve increasingly marveled at Ning Zhuo’s tactics and strategies as a youngster. The more I ponder, the more it chills my spine.”

“He bypassed Flowing Gold Guest’s fate twice in a row; such scheming and scale are really too terrifying.”

“We have already invested once before, and now we’re supporting Flowing Gold Guest this way; how much total investment is there in hiring the Three Brave of Xiang Sect?”

“With such large consumption on our part, what has Ning Zhuo consumed?”

“We can’t even be sure if Flowing Gold Guest’s third battle can be won. That is to say, such a significant investment on our part may not be effective.”

“This is all Ning Zhuo’s overt strategy, yet we have no choice but to play along.”

Flowing Gold Guest snorted coldly again, displeased.

The atmosphere in the venue became heavier due to Wen Suzhen’s words.

Ye Qingming looked up and sighed, “This is why Zhong Dao values Ning Zhuo so highly. At such a young age, he already has such skillful wrists—what about in the future?”

Jin Mantang: “The key is, he also has exceptional cultivation talent. His comprehension is amazing; without majoring in Confucian skills, he could forcibly win first place in several Confucian cultivator competitions.”

Lei Wangyue: “Such a person, as long as given a bit of opportunity, he can stir up storms. The minor release of Nanming Fire Furnace, I never imagined it would cause our entire Flowing Cloud Peak to suffer such impact!”

Qiu Lei waved his hand, “Alright, Nanming Village is certainly a huge threat. Hiring the Three Brave of Xiang Sect, I’m not in charge, but I will report back and fight for it as hard as I can.”

You Yunshou said, “White Cloud Village is not disregarding the big picture, it’s just that the previous funding for Flowing Gold Guest, along with repairing the ferry and compensating Cloud Road, future expenses are truly terrifying.”

“However, from my personal perspective, I am willing to follow up on the matter of hiring the Three Brave of Xiang Sect.”

Lei Wangyue, seeing the two express their opinions one after another, couldn’t help but glance at Wen Suzhen, sighing that the latter truly lived up to the reputation of being wise. His words increased the perceived threat of Nanming Village in everyone’s heart, with the cleverness focusing on Ning Zhuo alone, rather than the whole of Nanming Village.

Therefore, it seemed more real, more persuasive.

Lei Wangyue: “Since that’s the case, we shall await good news from the both of you. The matter concerning the Three Brave of Xiang Sect should be settled quickly; it’s always better to be prepared. The longer time drags on, I’m afraid Ning Zhuo might also take new actions on his side.”

The Flowing Gold Guest let out an unhappy snort.

At the same time.

Ning Zhuo’s thoughts raced; for a moment, he almost resorted to coercive methods to push the Red Robe Guest into making a decision.

However, when his gaze fell upon the dark red blood stains on the Red Robe Guest’s hand, another layer of consideration emerged in his mind.

The Red Robe Guest was a Demon Cultivator, fiery in disposition, rebellious and unruly, acting without restraint, and boldly venturing into the Array, indeed bringing prestige to Nanming Village.

This merits recognition.

“Should I treat a meritorious servant like this?” Emotionally, Ning Zhuo was unwilling to act this way.

Logically, there was also a layer——

If Ning Zhuo were to pressure him today taking advantage of his injury, the Red Robe Guest would most likely see through it. Even if he agreed on the surface, he would note it in his heart. Nanming Village’s unity was already fragile; planting resentment here might backfire in the future.

Exhaling slowly, Ning Zhuo said: “Your injuries are serious, senior. Perhaps you should allow me, a junior, to make an offering and treat you first.”

The Red Robe Guest raised an eyebrow, a trace of surprise in his eyes: “You, at Foundation Establishment Mid-Stage, want to treat my injuries?”

Ning Zhuo chuckled: “Senior, please understand, my cultivation level is low and naturally insufficient. However, my clan’s heritage might suffice.”

Saying this, he patted his Storage Waist Belt and released a human-shaped mechanism.

Snow-colored Girl·Hui!

Standing at six feet three inches, shaped like a woman. Tall and slender, with graceful curves; snow porcelain face, ice silkworm hair, blue silk cascading over shoulders, emitting strands of cold light. Clad in Three-color Enamel Armor, the red, blue, and white hues shimmered like sunlight over enamel glaze, pure and captivating.

Most unique were the six arms. The main arms drooped in front while the subsidiary arms folded at the sides, still as a jade sculpture.

With a movement of Ning Zhuo’s Divine Sense, the three sets of jade arms swiftly expanded, resembling a snow lotus just blooming, six ice moons simultaneously rising.

The Red Robe Guest’s brows slightly furrowed.

With his experience, he had seen many mechanisms, but one like the Snow-colored Girl·Hui was rare, extremely rare!

The Red Robe Guest vaguely felt this mechanism was quite unique——it seemed alive.

“So this is your clan’s heritage? Indeed, it holds some merit. Come, attempt to treat me.” Having seen Snow-colored Girl·Hui, the Red Robe Guest changed his mind, allowing Ning Zhuo to treat him.

Snow-colored Girl·Hui elegantly advanced.

Her toes did not touch the ground, but floated slightly, with Array Patterns lighting up layer upon layer on the Three-color Enamel Armor. Beneath the armor, Seven-colored Ice Silkworm Silk accelerated the flow of mana, with the musculature formed by Warm Cold Jade Essence connecting her six arms into one, making every movement both rigid and supple, delicately silent.

Her six jade hands simultaneously rose.

Innate——Ice-jade Hands.

At the fingertips of the six palms, a radiant white light flowed. Within the white light, a hint of vibrant green life shone through. A cool sensation spread through the air, devoid of any desolation, instead akin to snow melting in early spring, dense with moisture and life hidden within the chill.

The Red Robe Guest’s expression changed dramatically.

White light preserving life within the cold formed a thick layer of ice upon him.

After a moment, the Red Robe Guest’s whole body quivered, instantly shattering the ice that encased him and standing upright.

He exhaled deeply, pleasantly surprised to discover that most of his internal injuries had been healed, leaving the rest for him to handle.

The Red Robe Guest stared at Snow-colored Girl·Hui, then couldn’t help but look at Ning Zhuo: “Did you refine this mechanism?”

Ning Zhuo replied: “With the clan’s heritage, after numerous repairs and remodeling by me.”

His words were humble, yet didn’t deny his involvement.

The Red Robe Guest’s heart stirred slightly.

After a brief silence, the Red Robe Guest said: “Kid, I owe you a favor.”

Ning Zhuo cupped his hands: “Senior is overpraising. Nanming Village shares the same roots, senior is injured, I can help, and should indeed act.”

The Red Robe Guest leisurely settled back down, half-reclining as he addressed Ning Zhuo: “Since that’s the case, I shall also offer you an opportunity. It depends on whether you can seize it.”

Ning Zhuo inquired doubtfully: “I kindly ask senior for guidance.”

Yet, the Red Robe Guest did not respond, instead using Divine Sense Control to move a damaged stone bowl over.

The stone bowl was small, entirely black and red, as though soaked in countless fresh blood and dried by Earth Fire. Crippled sacrificial patterns covered the bowl’s body, some parts half-melted, with edges pitted and pockmarked, as if unearthed from an extremely ancient tomb.

Ning Zhuo’s heart skipped.

Within the bowl, a thin flame danced.

It was a Fire Seed!