It appears that my concerns were unwarranted, Zhu Guoer said in an obedient manner.
What you said isnt entirely wrong, it would indeed be best for me to exercise caution regardless of the situation. Weve become extremely renowned in the Elder Devil Realm as of late, so not only will we have to alter our appearances, well have to temporarily split up as well. Guoer, you stay with Fellow Daoist Xie for a while, Ill enter Blue Waterfall City to gather some information first. With my disguise techniques, I should be able to conceal my own identity as long as I dont encounter any Grand Ascension Stage beings, Han Li said.
Zhu Guoer naturally gave an affirmative response, and she was very elated to hear that she would be able to spend time alone with Daoist Xie.
She was still unaware that Daoist Xie was a puppet, and she had developed a sense of affection toward him.
Daoist Xie merely nodded in response before continuing to stand still in silence.
Han Li had already issued him many drops of Faux Immortal Elixir in advance, so he was happy to follow Han Lis instructions.
After interacting with Daoist Xie for such a long time, Han Li was already accustomed to his indifference, so he didnt pay any heed to Daoist Xies aloof reaction.
Even though Daoist Xie currently appeared to be a normal human, he was actually bound by several restrictions imposed upon him by his former master. Despite that, he possessed a very high level of autonomy. Otherwise, Han Li wouldnt have been able to lure him out of that sea of lightning with his Faux Immortal Elixir.
Of course, Han Li was well aware that he wasnt completely free of concerns in the Elder Devil Realm just because he had Daoist Xie by his side.
The devilish patriarchs all had other matters to attend to, and none of the Sacred Ancestors were willing to join forces with one another. Otherwise, there was no way that he wouldve been able to remain safely in the Elder Devil Realm for such a long time.
Thus, after issuing a few more instructions to Zhu Guoer and Daoist Xie, a string of cracks and pops rang out from Han Lis body, and he grew around a foot taller. At the same time, his facial features had been significantly altered, giving him the appearance of a refined middle-aged man.
After that, he rose up as a streak of black light before flying toward the lake.
Following his departure, Daoist Xie swept a sleeve through the air, releasing a burst of golden light that swept up both himself and Zhu Guoer, following which the duo instantly vanished.
Even though Han Li wasnt flying at his full speed, he was still traveling extremely quickly, and it didnt take him long to cover a distance of close to 100,000 kilometers.
At this point, some small islands had appeared in the distance on the surface of the lake. There were some small buildings on these islands, and some devilish beings could be seen entering and exiting these buildings.
A series of black wooden boats of different sizes were moored next to the islands, occasionally carrying some devilish beings deeper into the lake. frewebnoel.o
Prior to coming here, Han Li had conducted some extensive research into the Blue Waterfall Lake, and he knew that Sacred Ancestor Lan Pu had once invited several Sacred Ancestors that he was on friendly terms with to set up a massive flight restriction deep within the Blue Waterfall Lake. Anyone below the devilish lord level would immediately lose the ability to fly once they entered the lake, so they had no choice but to travel into the core region of the lake by boat.
Even though Han Li wouldnt be affected by this restriction, he didnt want to attract too much attention, so he descended onto a nearby island.
As soon as he landed on the island, a short dark-skinned devilish man immediately rushed over to him.
Guan Yang pays his respects to his senior. Are you traveling to Blue Waterfall City, Senior? My boat isnt very large, but its definitely the fastest one on all of these nearby islands, the low-grade devilish being said with a smile.
Oh? I can see that youre only at the Foundation Establishment Stage, can I trust what you have to say? Han Li asked in an indifferent manner as he glanced at the wooden boats moored beside the island.
Guan Yang was unable to ascertain Han Lis exact cultivation base, but judging from Han Lis demeanor, he could tell that this definitely wasnt some ordinary Core Formation or Nascent Soul Stage being. As such, he immediately replied in a respectful manner, Rest assured, Senior, if you find that Im not telling the truth, Ill return double the devil stones you issue to me. Han Li could see that this Guan Yang didnt seem to be lying, so he nodded in response. In that case, Ill go with your boat. The number of devil stones isnt an issue as long as you can get me to Blue Waterfall City as quickly as possible.
Guan Yang was ecstatic to hear this, and he hurriedly bowed before pointing toward a boat that was several tens of feet in length. Rest assured, Senior, I wont disappoint you! Right this way, Senior.
Han Li strode directly toward the boat, and Guan Yang naturally followed along behind him in an elated manner.
After a while, the black wooden boat left the small island and began traveling over the lake like a speeding arrow.
Han Li sat at the front of the boat while the devilish man stood at the rear end of the boat while quickly rowing a pair of black metal oars.
The surfaces of the oars were flashing with faint blue light, and they propelled the boat rapidly over the lake with each and every stroke.
I see you have a pair of low-grade devilish treasures, its no wonder that youre so confident, Han Li remarked with an intrigued smile.
These two low-grade devilish tools have been passed down in my family for generations, and theyve put food on the table for all of my forefathers as well. Its not that there arent any better devilish tools out there, its just that no one else with devilish tools of this caliber would stoop to doing a job like this. I dont have any other talents, so this is the only job I can do to feed my family, Guan Yang replied as he continued to row vigorously.
You sound like youre from the local area, you must be quite familiar with Blue Waterfall City, right? Han Li asked.
I know all of the common knowledge there is to be known about the city, but I cant make any guarantees beyond that. After all, my cultivation base is very limited, so there are many things that are beyond my reach, Guan Yang replied.
Hehe, dont worry, I wouldnt ask you anything thats overly complicated, Han Li assured.
Then go right ahead, Senior, Ill be sure to tell you everything I know, Guan Yang hurriedly replied.
I want to know where Bloodtooth Rice can be purchased from Blue Waterfall City. Im sure it wouldnt be available in ordinary shops, right? Han Li asked.
Hehe, so youre also here for Bloodtooth Rice, youve asked the right person, Senior. Are you only looking to buy one or two pieces or would you like to purchase Bloodtooth Rice in bulk? Guan Yang asked as a hint of excitement appeared on his face.
Do the circumstances change depending on the quantity I wish to purchase? Han Li asked as his brows furrowed slightly.
If youre only looking for a small quantity, then you can purchase Bloodtooth Rice from the few designated shops in the city. However, these shops only sell to seniors at or above the Deity Transformation Stage, and each person can only purchase two pieces at a time. If the same person wishes to purchase more than that, then theyll have to stay in Blue Waterfall City for a year before theyll be allowed to purchase more. Alternatively, there are some underground avenues through which more pieces of Bloodtooth Rice can be purchased, but the quality standards may be rather lacking in comparison, Guan Yang explained.
What if I want to purchase a large quantity and am only looking for Bloodtooth Rice of the highest quality? Han Li asked.
Im afraid it wont be possible to satisfy both of those conditions at once. The city has very strict regulations surrounding premium Bloodtooth Rice, so very little of it will be sold to outsiders, Guan Yang replied in a slightly awkward manner.
Im well aware of that. If I could purchase premium Bloodtooth Rice elsewhere, then I wouldnt have come to the Blue Waterfall Lake. However, I believe nothing is impossible in this world as long as the right price is offered, Han Li said.
Im afraid I wont be able to help you here, Senior. Perhaps you can ask around in the city to see if anyone else can arrange this, Guan Yang replied with a wry smile.
Han Li merely nodded in response before slowly closing his eyes, while Guan Yang continued to row vigorously as the small boat sped toward the center of the Blue Waterfall Lake.
Four hours later, a black dot appeared in the distance, and as the boat approached it, the dot expanded further and further before revealing itself to be a massive island.
Blue light flashed through Han Lis eyes, and he was able to immediately ascertain that a large city had been constructed on the border of the island.
The city walls were constructed from giant blue stones and were several hundred feet tall. There were armed devilish guards standing atop the walls, and everything appeared to be no different compared to the average devilish city. Directly up ahead was a huge city gate, in front of which stood a group of halberd-wielding devilish guards.