Immortality begin with Alchemy Grandmaster Chapter 2579 - 949: Ancient Secret Realm, Daoist Sect’s Visit (Part 2)

Purple Robe Marquis let out a hearty laugh, "Even though I consider my body refinement abilities quite solid, Master Li Tian remains somewhat skeptical, so he offered the 'Hundred Poison Body Refinement Technique' to attract concealed body refinement masters from the Southern Border Cultivation World."

Luo Chen arched an eyebrow and remarked, "So Friend Qi is the major catch that got drawn in?"

Purple Robe Marquis glanced at Master Li Tian, who displayed no hesitation.

"Suppressing the Demon Buddha Ning Yuzhuo using body refinement methods and inflicting fatal injuries on two Nascent Soul True Masters from the Shadow Light Sect. With feats like these, among today's body refiners in the Southern Border, he's probably unmatched."

"The Heavenly Master's sources of information are truly remarkable!"

Luo Chen complimented casually, then grew quiet.

He always steered clear whenever secret realms came up for exploration.

Without the need to form a Nascent Soul, he never would have stepped into the Land of Fallen Demons.

Now, facing an invitation from the other side to delve into an ancient secret realm, a sense of wariness gripped him.

Master Li Tian and Purple Robe Marquis shared a look, feeling a touch of astonishment.

This Ba Xiu Qi Tian, known for his audacious and fearless approach, was displaying unusual prudence now.

"Without such prudence, how could anyone achieve this level?"

Master Li Tian mused inwardly before dangling some incentives.

"Practicing the 'Hundred Poison Body Refinement Technique' demands the Hundred Poison King Gu as its foundation, along with numerous potent poisons as ingredients."

"Even with Wind and Thunder Gorge supporting you, it's filled with rogue cultivators who might find it tough to collect those poison materials for you."

"Should you agree to assist, I can leverage the Evil Mountain Zombie Alliance's networks to acquire the needed poisons for you and even track down some rare poisonous Gu."

This offer held real weight, not just words.

Earlier, Luo Chen had spotted a quick overview of suggested poisons inscribed on the jade slip.

They ranged from first-order beginner toxins up to fourth-order varieties, cataloged in the hundreds.

While the costs weren't exorbitant, gathering them solo would prove challenging for him.

Luo Chen inquired softly, "Master Li Tian, are you able to rally the personnel and assets of the Evil Mountain Zombie Alliance?"

Master Li Tian gave a faint smile, "Friend Qi, don't undervalue my sway within the Zombie Alliance!"

"In that case..." Luo Chen decided firmly and put forward a daring demand, "I also want to become part of the Evil Mountain Zombie Alliance, and I'd appreciate it if you could introduce me on my behalf."

"That's no issue at all."

"Additionally, I'd like to tap into the Zombie Alliance's intel networks to locate a mysterious figure who disappeared in the Southern Border long ago."

"Simple enough—provide the name, and with the Zombie Alliance's extensive connections, we'll definitely uncover some leads for you."

"Demon Heart Gu Emperor!"

With those four words out, Luo Chen fixed his gaze sharply on the pair before him.

Master Li Tian's features clouded over in irritation, whereas Purple Robe Marquis's face shifted, revealing clear aversion.

Luo Chen probed carefully, "Do you two have any knowledge about the Demon Heart Gu Emperor?"

Purple Robe Marquis huffed disdainfully, "A mere opportunist."

Master Li Tian's irritation faded, replaced by a heavy sigh.

"A fine Demon Heart Gu, twisted into a means for siphoning cultivation levels—such a squander. If you're set on tracking this individual, I'll gladly inquire on your behalf, but brace yourself: their location is highly elusive, and they haven't surfaced in years. It might yield no results."

"That's acceptable to me." Luo Chen didn't push; his time in the Southern Border Cultivation World had been brief, and he felt no urgency.

Master Li Tian nodded, "Regarding the matters I brought up?"

Luo Chen offered a light smile, "I accept—just inform me when it's time, and I'm ready to depart anytime."

"Take your time, no hurry. Before the Zombie Alliance moves on the Gate of Life and Death, we've got ample opportunity to get ready." Master Li Tian exhaled in relief, then flicked his hand, activating a series of Dao Law Methods. The various seals on Luo Chen's jade slip vanished in an instant, granting him full access to the contents. "As for the matching Hundred Poison King Gu, I'll arrange for delivery soon, and a selection of starter poisons can be yours without charge."

Luo Chen felt a bit taken aback.

"Rewards handed out before the job?"

Master Li Tian chuckled deeply, exuding total assurance.

"In this Southern Border, nobody walks away with my benefits for free, so why not advance the rewards to you upfront?"

Luo Chen reflected briefly, then clasped his hands and stated, "My deepest gratitude!"

This setup echoed the time he'd refined pills for Ling Fengzi in the past.

He held no fear that the other might flee with the elixir.

And in the end, Ling Fengzi had aligned with the Luo Tian Sect, hadn't he?

"Purple Robe Marquis, I've got minor duties to handle, so I'll leave Friend Qi in your care."

"The Heavenly Master can proceed with his affairs; with me around, Friend Qi will be well looked after."

Once Master Li Tian departed in haste, Purple Robe Marquis shot Luo Chen a playful glance, seeming keen to engage.

Luo Chen replied with a helpless tone, "Sparring can wait; I'd still like to watch this ten-day exchange conference."

"Haha, you're right." Purple Robe Marquis boomed with laughter and guided Luo Chen back to the central hall.

...

The gathering, which drew nearly all Nascent Soul True Masters from the Southern Border, felt disturbingly off from start to finish.

Expert lectures served mostly as facade.

Beyond the Heavenly Master's initial display of real substance, everything else devolved into repetitive drivel.

This outcome was predictable; none of them shared close enough bonds to exchange valuable cultivation knowledge freely.

The conference's core revolved around two key aspects.

Trading resources.

Enlisting in the Evil Mountain Zombie Alliance!

The second drew special attention, as over the next days, Nascent Soul Stage Cultivators joined the Evil Mountain Zombie Alliance one by one, totaling ten in all.

Only the Left Envoy of Luo Sect, Beibodhi, Master Ming Lei of Wind and Thunder Gorge, and a few others wavered, offering no commitment.