The Demonic Cultivator In Zombie World

Chapter 189: The Way of a High Buddhist Monk

Time flew swiftly. Before long, another year had passed on the extraterritorial battlefield. Chu Xuan, as usual, shuttled between the Blue Star and Soul Star.

The Blue Star was primarily for cultivating his "Yin Thunder Evil Technique" and crafting Yin Thunder Seeds, while the Soul Star was for clearing the strongholds of the Slaughter and Husbandry Factions and gathering more soul techniques.

However, Soul Star proved to be far more vast than Chu Xuan had anticipated. Blindly slaughtering through it, he wondered how long it might take to find the soul techniques he sought.

Chu Xuan planned to establish his own network on Soul Star, similar to the Black Blade organization on Blue Star, to gather intelligence and locate soul techniques for him. But just as he began to entertain this idea, a stir arose from the extraterritorial battlefield.

A powerful light surged into the sky from the Great Chasm, located six hundred li north of Righteous Dao City. Many cultivators were nearby, clearing ancient beast carcasses when the phenomenon occurred.

Upon witnessing this, several old cultivators, whose life limits were nearing, gritted their teeth and descended into the Great Chasm first.

Within hours, a Nascent Soul cultivator from Righteous Dao City, two False Soul cultivators, a Nascent Soul cultivator from Lei Family City, and numerous curious Golden Cores arrived at the chasm.

However, none dared to venture in rashly; instead, they waited at the edge of the chasm.

Ultimately, they saw an old cultivator tremble his way out from the bottom of the Great Chasm, carrying a bottle of Deity Nurturing Elixir and a Soul Breaking Spike.

The Deity Nurturing Elixir, a divine item that could increase the chances of a Nascent Soul cultivator achieving Deity Transformation, and the Soul Breaking Spike, a Nascent Soul artifact that could enhance a Golden Core cultivator's chances of breaking through to Nascent Soul—both items were exceedingly coveted treasures for Nascent Soul and Golden Core cultivators alike!

Seeing the hungry gazes of so many cultivators, the old man did not hesitate to hand over the Deity Nurturing Elixir and Soul Breaking Spike to the Nascent Soul elder of the Lei family, thereby securing the Lei family's protection.

From the old cultivator, everyone learned that an ancient cave dwelling had appeared at the bottom of the Great Chasm, likely belonging to a Deity Transformation powerhouse.

The news spread like wildfire, and the cultivators in Righteous Dao City went mad rushing toward the Great Chasm. Such a cave dwelling might not only contain divine items like the Deity Nurturing Elixir or the Soul Breaking Spike but perhaps even lesser but still valuable spiritual items.

The Path to Nascent Soul—a goal for which countless Golden Core cultivators would risk their lives. It wasn't that they were unaware of the dangers; rather, they felt compelled to take the risk.

Chu Xuan pondered for a moment, then decided to set aside his endeavors on Soul Star and return to the extraterritorial battlefield.

He wasn't interested in seeking out the rare treasures. The appearance of this Deity Transformation powerhouse's cave dwelling could lead to numerous cultivator deaths and attract many ancient beasts. As a high Buddhist monk dedicated to the salvation of all beings, it was his duty to aid those who had died tragically or those who might yet die.

Seeking no personal gain, coveting no treasures—such was the way of a high Buddhist monk.

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"Fellow daoist Huikong, I presume you're aware of the situation at the Great Chasm?" Duan Que cut straight to the chase during his visit.

Chu Xuan nodded with a smile, "Indeed, I am aware. Is Benefactor Duan considering entering to seek a Nascent Soul opportunity?"

Duan Que shook his head repeatedly, his bald head gleaming under the light of the cave's luminous pearls, resembling a bright bulb. "You jest, Master. I am aware of my limits—bullying early-stage Golden Cores is feasible, but I struggle against mid-stage ones.

I have over a hundred more years to enjoy; there's no need to throw my life away recklessly. If I went to the Great Chasm, it's highly likely I wouldn't return, and some lucky fellow might end up with my modest possessions. Who knows, even my corpse might not meet a good end."

He chuckled, and Chu Xuan touched his nose. Duan Que's words seemed to be referring to himself, but the man clearly knew his limitations.

Indeed, the cave dwelling of a Deity Transformation powerhouse was an exceptional opportunity, but one needed to have both the fate to find it and the fate to return.

"So what brings Benefactor Duan to my door today?" Chu Xuan asked with a smile.

Duan Que spoke in a low voice, "Now that cultivators from various cities, including Feather Transformation City, Majestic Sword City, and Celestial Sound City, are converging, there will surely be a struggle for the qualifications to enter the cave dwelling."

"Heh, now is the perfect time for business," Duan Que grinned. "I may not be much, but with the backing of the Duan family, I have some channels for doing business."

Chu Xuan instantly understood. Duan Que was looking to make some profit—a wise move at such a time. Everyone would be desperately trying to enhance their capabilities. Defensive magic treasures, healing elixirs, life-saving talismans, even demonic pills and magic charms, were in high demand.

He himself was planning to make a substantial profit from the situation. Unfortunately, he wasn't skilled in alchemy or talisman crafting, only in basic weapon forging and array setting. Otherwise, he would surely make a fortune.

Chu Xuan smiled, "Indeed, I have some items I plan to sell."

Duan Que's eyes lit up, "The location is on the temporary market on the west side of Righteous Dao City. It opens every morning and closes at dusk. I hope you will grace it with your presence, Master. However, the market is a mix of all sorts of cultivators, so you must be careful not to attract the attention of demonic cultivators."

Chu Xuan nodded in thanks, "Thank you for the reminder, Benefactor Duan."

Worried about demonic cultivators targeting the Black Heart Old Devil? He would actually welcome such encounters.

Chu Xuan arrived at the western edge of Righteous Dao City and discovered an area filled with temporarily erected stalls.

Numerous cultivators cloaked in capes populated the shelters, their faces almost completely concealed. No one wanted to reveal their identity.

Some did show their faces, but they were likely disguised, given they were there to buy life-saving secrets. Being recognized could lead to trouble once they entered the Deity Transformation cave.

Many of those present possessed superb skills in disguise, so much so that Chu Xuan almost failed to see through them.

"Cultivators from Feather Transformation Heaven Palace, disciples of the Majestic Sword Sect, monks from the Celestial Sound Zen Temple... quite the gathering," Chu Xuan remarked with a chuckle.

He casually found a spot with fewer people and set up his stall. An elder cultivator nearby showed a menacing look. "Fellow daoist, this spot..."

It was clear he did not want Chu Xuan next to him. Chu Xuan glanced at him, sensing the man's late-stage Golden Core cultivation.

"This place... has some dust. Allow me to clean it for you first," the elder said, quickly sweeping away the dirt and shifting his fierce expression to a sycophantic smile.

Chu Xuan gave him a look and pulled out a small stool to sit on. The man's face stiffened in realization. Why hadn't he thought to bring a stool himself? He had overlooked it!

Chu Xuan spread out a cloth and neatly arranged various items from his abundant collection of storage bags. Although he was not skilled in pill concoction or talisman crafting, the sheer volume of healing pills and defensive talismans he laid out was staggering. Despite their low grade, the quantity was vast, leaving the elder cultivator beside him dumbfounded.

"My heavens..." he muttered under his breath.

Soon, Chu Xuan's stall attracted a large crowd of cultivators.

"How much for the Great Rejuvenation Pill? I'll take it!"

"Three of these Python Spirit Talismans for me!"

"Got any mid-grade defensive magic treasures? I need one!"

However, besides these eager buyers, Chu Xuan noticed several cultivators eyeing his wares with greed, clearly contemplating theft.

"I'll take this Vine Talisman, and since I'm a bit short today, here's one small spiritual stone for it," one burly man declared, throwing down a stone and reaching out with a large, hairy hand to grab the talisman.

Chu Xuan let out a cold laugh, not even needing to move.

A powerful hand clamped down on the presumptuous one like a vise, firmly catching the would-be thief in the act.