Record of a Demon's Cultivation-Chapter 591: Terms Have Changed

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["Can the attendants of the Transmission Hall know the techniques practiced by every cultivator on Wu Ji Island?"] Song Wen continued to inquire through the messaging jade slip with Jing Kai.

["No. After the disciples of Wu Ji Island select their techniques in the Transmission Hall, they are recorded in the 'ledger.' The attendants can only access the 'ledgers' of Foundation Establishment and Qi Refining disciples. The 'ledgers' of Golden Core cultivators can only be viewed by the Golden Core Elders of the Transmission Hall."] Jing Kai replied.

["Is it possible for the 'ledger' to leak?"] Song Wen asked.

["That would require bribing the Golden Core Elders of the Transmission Hall, but that's nearly impossible. The Golden Core Elder in charge of the Transmission Hall is Bi Zhan, a late-stage Golden Core cultivator who is trusted by the Demon Lord Yin Shuo. It would be very difficult to bribe him."] Jing Kai replied.

["Thank you for clearing up my doubts, Young Friend Jing."]

Song Wen put away the messaging jade slip from Jing Kai.

According to the information provided by Jing Kai, if Han Wu had really bribed Bi Zhan, it was indeed possible for him to obtain the list of cultivators practicing the Corpse King Blood Refining Art.

Song Wen decided to meet with Han Wu first.

["Han, I heard the Listening Tide Pavilion has set up a banquet. The seat is reserved for you."]

After sending this message, the jade slip remained silent for a long time.

It was unclear whether Han Wu was weighing the safety of meeting Song Wen alone, or if he hadn't checked the message yet.

After a while, Han Wu replied.

Perhaps unable to resist the temptation of the Golden Core breakthrough, Han Wu agreed to the meeting.

Two quarters of an hour later, Han Wu arrived at the private room reserved by Song Wen.

["Han, can I see the list first?"] Song Wen asked straightforwardly.

Han Wu understood that Song Wen wanted to verify the authenticity of the information.

He handed over a jade slip to Song Wen.

After receiving the jade slip, Song Wen's spiritual sense entered it.

To Song Wen's surprise, the jade slip contained complete and unaltered information.

Song Wen had expected that Han Wu might follow the example of merchants selling information, removing the most critical content and leaving only insignificant details.

The jade slip contained the detailed information of fifty-six cultivators, including their names, cultivation levels, ages, masters, partners, relationships, and more.

Among them were eighteen Golden Core cultivators and thirty-eight Foundation Establishment cultivators.

After reading through the information quickly, Song Wen confirmed that it was accurate.

This was because the Golden Core cultivators listed in the information, including Ji Qing, Chu Lingyun, Shi Zhong, Shi Bo, and Yu Qi, were all noted as deceased.

These five had all died at Song Wen's hands, in order for him to acquire the spiritual herbs that enhanced his cultivation.

A smile appeared on the corner of Song Wen's lips.

"Han, is this the complete list of all those practicing the Corpse King Blood Refining Art in your sect?"

Han Wu replied, "Except for the Demon Lord Yin Shuo and the Demon Sovereign Ye Hua, the rest of the information is all here."

"The Demon Lord and Demon Sovereign, what techniques do they practice?" Song Wen asked.

"They also practice the Corpse King Blood Refining Art. This is not a secret on Wu Ji Island," Han Wu answered.

Song Wen said, "I'm curious, how did you obtain this list, especially the list of Golden Core Elders? As far as I know, only Elder Bi Zhan of the Transmission Hall can access the Golden Core Elders' list. Do you have any connections with Elder Bi Zhan?"

Han Wu replied, "The authenticity of the information is absolutely reliable. As for the source of the information, I'm afraid I can't disclose it."

Song Wen nodded, no longer pursuing the matter. He changed the subject and asked, "Why isn't Zhu Yin on this list? She is a direct disciple of the Demon Lord Yin Shuo. Has she not cultivated the Corpse King Blood Refining Art?"

Han Wu thought for a moment and replied, "As far as I know, Elder Zhu Yin has not cultivated this technique."

"Do you know what technique she has cultivated?" Song Wen asked further.

Han Wu shook his head. "I don't know. Her name isn't in the Transmission Hall's 'ledger.' I suspect her technique was passed down directly by the Demon Lord Yin Shuo and wasn't recorded in the Transmission Hall."

Song Wen nodded, no longer pressing the issue regarding Zhu Yin.

"Senior, the information has already been given to you. According to the agreement we made back then, can you now grant me the Golden Core Pill?"

Han Wu said, his face filled with anticipation as he looked at Song Wen.

"The Golden Core Pill can be given to you. But you will need to help me investigate one more thing," Song Wen responded.

Han Wu's expression instantly froze.

A wave of indescribable anger surged within him, and the expectation on his face gradually shifted to a darkened mood.

He struggled to suppress the fury within him, forcing himself to remain calm.

"Senior, we had an agreement. Now that the information has been given to you, how can you suddenly add another condition?" Han Wu replied, his voice tinged with frustration.

Song Wen remained expressionless, seemingly unaware of Han Wu's anger. His tone remained calm as he said, "This is a different situation now. If you want the Golden Core Pill, you must help me with one more thing."

Although Han Wu was furious, he knew that facing a Golden Core cultivator like Song Wen left him with no choice.

He gritted his teeth, filled with helplessness and unwillingness, and finally lowered his head in resignation.

"May I ask, Senior, what else do you wish of me?"

"Those who know when to act wisely are the true talents. Young friend Han, you know how to make the right decisions." Song Wen smiled faintly and continued, "Investigate what technique Zhu Yin is practicing."

Song Wen wanted to know what technique Zhu Yin cultivated because her impatience regarding the matter of forming a Nascent Soul raised his suspicions. There had to be a secret hidden within her.

Uncovering this secret might provide leverage in future negotiations with Zhu Yin, helping to take the initiative.

Song Wen had no knowledge of the secret Zhu Yin held, so he had to start by looking into her technique.

"Senior, you overestimate me. The 'ledger' has no record of Elder Zhu Yin, so I have no way to investigate," Han Wu replied.

Song Wen responded, "Every matter leaves traces. Since you were able to obtain the 'ledger' from Elder Bi Zhan, you must have a way to investigate the technique Zhu Yin practices. She must leave traces through the pills she consumes and the spiritual herbs she purchases."

Han Wu's brows furrowed deeply, clearly conflicted.

He glanced at Song Wen, who had an expression that brooked no disagreement. Han Wu's heart sank.

He sighed helplessly, finally speaking up.

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Though reluctant, Han Wu knew he had no choice but to accept in order to obtain the Golden Core Pill.

"Good. As long as you can discover the technique Zhu Yin practices, the Golden Core Pill will be yours," Song Wen said with a smile.

Looking at the smile on Song Wen's face, Han Wu couldn't feel the slightest bit of joy.

At first, Song Wen had promised him that as long as he provided the information on the cultivators practicing the Corpse King Blood Refining Art, he would receive the Golden Core Pill.

Now, Song Wen had changed his stance and added another condition.

"Thank you, Senior." Han Wu said, though it was unclear how sincere he truly was.

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After Han Wu left, Song Wen did not leave the private room but began to carefully review the information Han Wu had provided.

He wanted to quickly reach the peak of Golden Core cultivation.

The cultivation of Foundation Establishment cultivators was too low, and absorbing their energy would not provide a significant boost to Song Wen's strength.

Therefore, Song Wen focused his attention on Golden Core cultivators.

He eliminated alchemists and artifact refiners who spent most of their time in the Corpse King Valley, narrowing his focus to those cultivators who frequently went out on missions.

Soon, Song Wen identified a suitable target.

The supervising elder of Wu Ji Island, Pang Kun.

He was a late-stage Golden Core cultivator in charge of overseeing the various industries directly controlled by Wu Ji Island, ensuring their smooth operation and providing a constant stream of cultivation resources.

Pang Kun traveled frequently between Wu Ji Island's various industries, making his whereabouts easy to track, and he was undoubtedly one of the easiest targets to approach.

(End of the Chapter)

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