Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 805 Chapter 326: Xu Fu Panics! Ying Zheng's Golden Words Activate! The Cause and Effect! (Part 2)

At the sound of the voice!

Ying Zheng's expression remained unchanged, though a killing intent flickered within his eyes.

Xu Fu.

Previously, all the Alchemy Masters within the palace had met their demise.

Only Xu Fu had managed to evade capture.

In the past, Ying Zheng had placed his utmost trust in Xu Fu; had it not been for the appearance of his own son, which caused him to cease consuming those so-called Spirit Pills, Emperor Ying Zheng might by now be gravely ill, with little time left.

Especially after embarking on the path of Cultivation, upon first entering the Innate Realm and subsequently opening his Eight Extraordinary Meridians, the poisons were forcefully expelled from his body—it was only then that Ying Zheng comprehended the extent of his prolonged poisoning by those Spirit Pills.

"Summon him."

Ying Zheng commanded in a low tone.

Upon hearing the command.

Outside the grand hall, Xu Fu adjusted his robes and crown, then lifted his head and puffed out his chest, proceeding into the hall with confident strides.

He remained utterly oblivious to the fact that Ying Zheng now harbored intentions of killing him, nor was he aware of the fate that had befallen his disciples from the Alchemy division.

"Your humble subject, Xu Fu, pays his respects to the Emperor."

The moment he entered the hall.

Xu Fu bowed respectfully before Ying Zheng.

All eyes within the Court immediately shifted to Xu Fu, regarding him with a peculiar intensity.

Perceiving the scrutinizing gazes cast by the assembled Ministers, Xu Fu's composure did not waver.

"Eight years have elapsed."

"Where have you been during this time?"

Ying Zheng inquired with a frigid tone.

Xu Fu's heart gave a jolt, and he promptly responded, "Replying to Your Majesty, your subject ventured forth to seek the Immortality Elixir on Your Majesty's behalf."

"And did you succeed in finding it?" Ying Zheng sneered inwardly.

"The Immortality Elixir exists merely in legend, belonging to the realm of Immortals and Gods."

"Despite exhausting all possible efforts, I failed to locate it. However, your subject did encounter an Immortal, a genuine Immortal."

"Your subject humbly pleaded with the Immortal for an extended period, and eventually, the Immortal bestowed upon me a Spiritual Medicine. While it is not the fabled Immortality Elixir, it possesses the capability to extend one's lifespan by a century."

"Today, your subject is prepared to present it to the Great King."

Xu Fu spoke, his face etched with profound respect. He then clasped his hands together, focused his will, and a porcelain bottle materialized within his palms.

After conjuring the pills from his storage ring, Xu Fu could not suppress a surge of smugness.

This extraordinary ability to conjure items from thin air would undoubtedly astonish the entire Court.

However,

to Xu Fu's surprise,

as the Spiritual Medicine appeared in his hand, the entire Court remained in a silence as profound as the grave, calmly observing him.

It was as though his minor trick had failed to elicit any shock from the assembled Ministers.

"What is transpiring?"

"Why are none of the Ministers in this Court exhibiting the slightest astonishment?"

"This ability to summon an object is no mere mortal skill."

Xu Fu had clearly not anticipated that his display would fail to startle the Court officials.

Nevertheless,

upon witnessing Xu Fu's maneuver,

the Ministers' gazes directed toward Xu Fu grew even more grave and probing.

"There is no discernible trace of Martial True Qi emanating from this individual; instead, he possesses a unique power that deviates from Martial Dao Power."

"Furthermore, an unimaginable Blood Evil Qi envelops him, exuding an intensely sanguinary aura."

"He must possess a Storage Magic Treasure."

"The origins and intentions of this person are indeed suspect."

"Recall that it was only upon the Crown Prince's timely reminder that His Majesty discovered the Spirit Pills were indeed poisonous, and these very pills were all concocted by the man standing before us—evidence enough of his murderous intent towards His Majesty."

"Now that he has reappeared, he must harbor a specific agenda..."

A multitude of Ministers pondered these thoughts, their hearts filled with a chilling premonition.

"How can Ying Zheng remain so utterly unresponsive?"

"I explicitly stated it could extend life by a hundred years."

Yet, from his elevated seat, Ying Zheng sat erect upon the throne, offering no reaction whatsoever.

This silence perplexed Xu Fu even further.

"Your Majesty."

"This Spiritual Medicine holds the potential to grant the Great King an additional century of life."

"In addition to this,"

"your subject has also implored the Immortal to grant the Immortality Elixir."

"The Immortal has indeed consented to this request."

"Provided that we offer five thousand young boys and five thousand young girls to the Immortal."

"The Immortal shall then bestow upon Your Majesty the Immortality Elixir, enabling Your Majesty to rule this world for eternity."

Xu Fu raised his voice once more, amplifying his pronouncement.

Based on his understanding of Ying Zheng, and the Emperor's prior fervent obsession with immortality, Xu Fu was absolutely convinced that Ying Zheng could never relinquish such an opportunity for the Immortality Elixir.

"Is that so?"

Ying Zheng finally broke his silence, his tone remaining composed and detached.

"O… Of course."

A sense of unease crept into Xu Fu upon hearing Ying Zheng's calm demeanor.

"In that case."

"This Spiritual Medicine, which promises a hundred-year extension of life, I shall grant it to you."

"You will take it for Us, effective immediately."

Ying Zheng's eyes narrowed, fixing their gaze upon Xu Fu.

Upon hearing this.

Xu Fu's expression flickered, and he quickly protested, "Your Majesty, this Spiritual Medicine was obtained by your humble servant from an Immortal solely for Your Majesty's consumption; how could I possibly dare to accept it?"

"Since an Immortality Elixir already exists, what use is a mere century of prolonged life to Us?" Ying Zheng inquired with a faint smile, a trace of amusement dancing in his eyes.

"Th… This..."

Xu Fu's scalp prickled with mounting anxiety; he found himself utterly bewildered by the turn of events—Ying Zheng intended to bestow this century-extending Spiritual Medicine upon him.

It was evident.

This so-called longevity-granting medicine was nothing more than a deception, much like those Spirit Pills previously offered—they were poisonous, lethally so.

Though upon consumption, one would experience a profound sense of well-being, as if truly partaking in an elixir from the heavens; however, once ingested, the poison would inevitably manifest its effects after about a year.

The Qi Fortune of Shenzhou was in flux.

Qin was solidifying its National Fortune.

The Heavenly Dao was shrouded in mystery, its workings inscrutable even to the celestial beings above.

Consequently.

The supposed Immortal Envoy residing on Penglai Immortal Island had received a divine decree: the King of Qin, who had unified Shenzhou, was destined for an early demise.

Xu Fu, of course, was acting under these very orders.

Naturally.

The fabled Immortality Elixir was also a fabrication, a cunning ploy to ensnare ten thousand youths.

"Your Majesty."

"The Immortality Elixir is located far away on Penglai. After your subject guides the youths to seek an audience with the Immortal, the journey there and back would span several years; the timeframe is simply too extensive."

"If Your Majesty were to partake of this Spiritual Medicine that extends life by a century, it would serve to ward off all ailments and ensure comfort. When the time comes and Your Majesty then consumes the Immortality Elixir, the benefits would be immeasurable, beyond compare," Xu Fu declared with an air of profound reverence.

Yet.