The Battle Through Heaven
Mysterious Old Man
Xiao Yan's hand shook slightly as he held the fragmented map piece that looked as if it would turn into dust with just a single touch. There was an uncontrollable joy that could not be hidden within his eyes. He did not expect that he would find one of the fragmented mysterious pieces in such a state of coincidence.
Xiao Yan was unable to understand the meaning behind the route as he looked at the mysterious route in this yellowed map piece. However, the outline of this route was somewhat familiar. This was because he had seen this piece of mysterious map when he and the Fairy Doctor were searching for treasures in a cave within the Magical Beast Mountain Range
Fragments from this mysterious map can lead one to find the legendary ‘Fire Lotus Purifier Demon’ which ranked third on the ‘Fire Heavenly’ ranking. Even Yao Lao also gave a very high evaluation for this kind of ‘Heavenly Fire. When Yao Lao spoke of the ‘Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame’, Xiao Yan had no trouble feeling the astonishment in his voice.
With being able to be repeatedly praised by Yao Lao, who had once stood at the peak of the Dou Qi continent, it could be seen how powerful that ‘Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame’ was. Using the phrase ‘Everything’ Shredder to describe it is not excessive.
"Ck ck, what a lucky guy. To actually be able to find pieces of the map randomly in a place like this. Looks like you and the ‘Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame’ are destined to meet. " Said Yao Lao with shock and evident disbelief from Xiao Yan's heart. Clearly, he had not expected that Xiao Yan would be able to find two fragment map pieces within a year.
Xiao Yan smiled. His smile was a little agitated. Carefully holding the mysterious fragment map piece, he forcefully suppressed the urge to take out another map piece in his storage ring to compare. Taking a deep breath, he calmed the fluctuations in his heart caused by this extremely unexpected gain.
At this moment, the old man inside the shop finally finished the job he had in hand. However, he still did not raise his head. The old voice echoed evenly throughout the room.
"You're here to buy a map for the Tager Desert, aren't you."
Hearing the old man's question, Xiao Yan turned around and slowly walked to the front of the counter. He smiled and nodded as he asked in a polite voice, "Old Master, can you give me the most accurate and detailed map of the desert?"
"The message is on the counter. Choose yourself. " The old man had no intention of standing up or introducing himself. He replied without interest, making him seem not like a businessman.
Seeing the old man's unique demeanor, Xiao Yan was slightly stunned. However, he currently needed the old man's help so he could only nod his head helplessly. He haphazardly chose a part of the map that seemed to be quite detailed from the counter. After which, he carefully opened the old map piece in his hand and asked gently, "Old Master, I wonder if you have such a map piece here again?"
Hearing Xiao Yan's question, the old man's hand that was originally focused on map-making stopped unnoticed. The meticulously crafted line looked a little crooked. The old man frowned and then raised his head. After sweeping his gaze into Xiao Yan's hands, an inexplicable feeling flashed across his muddy eyes.
Looking at the lifted old face, Xiao Yan could not help but still be a little. From his left cheek to the corner of his eye was a terrifying scar. Although the old man's gaze was calm, this scar added a bit of cruelty to him.
"Have you seen this kind of fragment map piece in the past?" The old man's gaze swept over the badge that represented his identity as an alchemist on Xiao Yan's chest. His old voice brought astonishment.
Hearing this, Xiao Yan narrowed his eyes. He smiled, shook his head and said, "I think I've seen this kind of map piece once in an auction house. Back then, I bid at random but ended up giving up because of the high price the other party was offering. Today, I suddenly found a fragment of this map piece in this place. It's a bit like the one I saw, so I wanted to ask you. "
‘Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame’ is not an ordinary thing. ‘This kind of Heavenly Fire that ranked third in the ’Heavenly Fire‘ ranking would cause even a recluse who refrained from the world to become greedy. Thus, Xiao Yan would not be foolish enough to say that he had one of the fragment map pieces.
Oh.
Sweeping his gaze onto Xiao Yan's face, the old man seemed to believe Xiao Yan's words. He said weakly, "There is nothing else. This is something I discovered by chance. With my years of experience making maps, it seems that this is part of the map. "
"Can the old man tell me where you got it?" Xiao Yan frowned as he continued to ask.
"I dug it out of the desert." The calm voice of the old man did not have the slightest ripple.
When faced with this irresponsible answer, Xiao Yan could only smile bitterly. He held the piece of the map and asked, "Old Master, can you sell this piece of the map to me? I am willing to pay a high price. "
"I don't sell." The old man lowered his head slowly as he once again returned his attention to the unfinished map. His tone may be dull but it has an irrevocable solemnity.
Seeing that he was immediately rejected, Xiao Yan fell silent for a moment. His eyes narrowed little by little. No matter what happened, he had to get the shards. Even if the other party wasn't an old man who looked physically weak, and was a very strong person, he would still think of a way to obtain it. After all, the attractiveness of the ‘Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame’ to Xiao Yan was simply too great. If he wants to develop the Qi Method ‘Flame Mantra’ to Tian Rank, this ‘Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame’ that ranks third on the ‘Heavenly Flame’ ranking will play an important role.
As thoughts were swirling within Xiao Yan's heart, Yao Lao's faint voice suddenly sounded, "Be careful. This old man is no ordinary person. "
Hearing this, Xiao Yan's heart suddenly turned cold as he hurriedly said in his heart: "Teacher, is there anything strange with this old man?"
Dou Huang's? Xiao Yan's heart trembled as he cried out involuntarily in his heart, "How come? Among the ten strongest people in the Jia Ma Empire, there were only three Dou Huangs. Where did this person with the strength of a Dou Huang come from? "
"How do I know but the powerful people you mentioned are all on the surface. The Jia Ma Empire could be considered a great empire; there would definitely be quite a number of strong people who did not like to reveal themselves. Some of these strong people had strange personalities and running to the borders of this desert to sell maps was not a very strange custom. " Said Yao Lao randomly.
"…" Xiao Yan was speechless. A moment later, he smiled bitterly, "Why should a person like him?"
"Maybe you're lucky." Yao Lao laughed out loud.
"Son, stop intending on the map. I'm not interested in money. Take your things and leave and you should not intend to steal them by force. It won't do you any good. " The old man waved his hand and said softly. He did not seem to be afraid that Xiao Yan would pick up the map piece and run.
Slowly sighing, Xiao Yan shook his head and said, "Indeed, in front of someone who was once a Dou Huang, I really cannot forcefully accept it."
"Crack down!" The ink pen on the old man's slowly moving hand suddenly stopped and broke following a clear voice.
The old man's gaze stared intently at the huge black ink patch dripping on the map. A few moments later, he lifted his head. He looked at Xiao Yan with turbid eyes; a faint chill slowly floated within him.
Who are you really?
The old man's palm gently knocked on a dot on the table and the large open door suddenly slammed shut. His sharp gaze stared at Xiao Yan as a powerful ice strength began to spread from his body.
Just as the ice suppression was heading towards Xiao Yan, Yao Lao's Spiritual Perception surrounded Xiao Yan, allowing him to eliminate the oppressive might of the other party.
"Old Man, please don't misunderstand me. I don't know you. It's just that my innate Spiritual Perception is a bit strange. He is very sensitive and can feel the energy around him. Just now, I accidentally sensed the grand energy in the old man's body, so .. "Seeing the intense reaction of the old man, Xiao Yan waved his hand, so, take two steps back and say with a smile" Old Man, I have no other intentions. It's just that I really want to get a piece of that fragment map. It's very important to me. Can you accommodate me. Naturally, you can ask for the things you want instead. As long as I can get it out, I won't reject you. "
"Well, I didn't expect you to be so special." Seeing that Xiao Yan was unaffected under his imposing strength, the old man could not help but speak in a surprised voice.
"Ha ha." Xiao Yan laughed. Naturally, he was not stupid enough to reveal Yao Lao. He just nodded without agreeing or disagreeing. He smiled as he waved the map piece in his hand, he said, "Old Sister, what do you think?"
"I told you, I wouldn't sell it to anyone. If you really intend to steal it by force, don't blame the old me for oppressing the weak. " After saying in a soft voice, a burst of white wind began to activate behind the old man's back. An ice-cold Dou Qi surrounded his body.
Rejected directly by the old man, Xiao Yan clenched his brows. He had not expected this old man to be so stubborn. From his attitude and attitude, it was clear that the old man had no idea that the map was leading to the ‘Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame’. But he still refused to sell it. This caused Xiao Yan to feel a little frustrated in his heart.
"Old Man, I have to hold this thing today. Even if you refuse, I will forcefully take it! " The smile on Xiao Yan's face gradually disappeared as he said helplessly.
"You? The me that used to be may have been living in isolation for the past few decades for some reason, but this is not your place as a tier two alchemist to speak to me in such a manner! " Hearing Xiao Yan's words, a mocking smile appeared on the old man's face as he said coldly.
Sliding his lips together, Xiao Yan did not continue to exchange unreasonable words with the old man. The tip of his foot stepped out and his body quickly retreated to the door of the room.
You are seeking death!
Seeing Xiao Yan's actions, the old man's face was filled with fury, making the creepy-looking scar look much fiercer. His feet stepped off the ground and his body shot towards Xiao Yan like lightning.
As the old man passed by, an icy-cold air quickly spread throughout the interior of the shop. The faint mist completely blocked Xiao Yan's gaze.
With his gaze covered by the surrounding ice fog, Xiao Yan's expression changed. He knew that this time he was really in trouble.