242: In the end, Tushegudi took all

Chapter 242: Tuoshe Ancient Emperor Takes All the Blame in the End

“That is natural.”

“Our Jia Nan Academy is willing to exchange resources for this new sub-flame, born from the combination of the Fallen Heart Flame and the Green Lotus Core Flame.”

Hearing Chu Xiao’s words, Su Qian and Wu Qian exchanged glances and immediately expressed their stance.

If Chu Xiao wasn’t tricking them, then this transaction would definitely be worth it.

After all, the Sky Burning Qi Refining Tower, which contains the Fallen Heart Flame, is the Foundation of Jia Nan Academy’s Inner Academy.

If they could obtain a new, controllable, cultivable, and growing Strange Fire that would become the academy’s guardian spirit in the future, any price would be worth paying.

“Good.” Chu Xiao nodded slightly, “Without further ado, why don’t we go choose the resources now?”

“I will separate the Green Lotus Core Flame in front of you.”

Separating a sub-flame that combines the characteristics of the Fallen Heart Flame and the Green Lotus Core Flame was not a troublesome matter for the current Chu Xiao, or rather, for the Thunder Gang Emperor Flame.

But sometimes, the value of a matter is not determined by the seller, but by the buyer’s demand and perceived value.

Even if it was just a simple gesture for Chu Xiao, it was a major event that affected the fundamental interests of Jia Nan Academy, so a high price could be demanded.

Moreover, in the hearts of Su Qian, Wu Qian, and others, this was not an easy task and was worth a huge price.

“Alright, Pavilion Master Chu, please follow me.”

Su Qian did not hesitate. After instructing his deputy and Hu Qian to handle the aftermath, he and Wu Qian led Chu Xiao to Jia Nan Academy’s internal treasury.

This internal treasury was connected to the Treasure Pavilion and was protected by a Formation left by Mang Tianchi. Even an ordinary Dou Zun could not force their way in.

On the way to Jia Nan Academy’s internal treasury, Chu Xiao diverted a thread of thought to write in his notes.

“The grand play has concluded, and my goal has been perfectly achieved.”

“Initially, I sent Hai Bodong and Xiao Yun'er to the Black-Corner Region to establish a branch pavilion, build its reputation through auctions, and attract Han Feng’s attention.”

“Once Han Feng attended the auction, I would auction off the Burning Technique that I had incorporated into the Thunder Gang Emperor Flame, helping him successfully Breakthrough to Dou Zong and the Spirit Realm Soul.”

“Once he took this step, the Sea Heart Flame would be devoured and controlled by the Thunder Gang Emperor Flame. I could then remotely influence Han Feng’s thoughts and amplify his inner desires to obtain the Strange Fire.”

“At this point, I would have Little Yan Zi place a trace of the Thunder Gang Emperor Flame into the Seal of the Fallen Heart Flame, allowing it to gain runaway energy and break the Seal two years ahead of schedule.”

“…”

Chu Xiao meticulously explained his plan.

The girls read the notes intently, feeling as if they were learning something new.

In the Fighting Qi Continent, strength was paramount, and everyone was accustomed to letting their strength speak for itself.

Chu Xiao suddenly engaging in schemes and tricks gave them a novel experience.

However, they still had some doubts.

Given Chu Xiao’s strength, it seemed unnecessary to devise such a plan.

Whether it was to acquire the Fallen Heart Flame or deal with the powerhouses of the Black-Corner Region, couldn’t he just crush them with his strength?

The next moment, they got their answer.

“Han Feng indeed led people to Jia Nan Academy to forcibly seize the Strange Fire.”

“All of this would have happened two years later, even without my design.”

“Even Han Feng, who Cultivated the incomplete Burning Technique, would have called upon friends to snatch it after the Fallen Heart Flame went berserk and broke its Seal.”

“But with my design, Han Feng had enough time to gather people, and after his strength increased, he would even call upon Earth Demon Old Ghost.”

“I could wipe out all hostile forces in one fell swoop, saving the trouble of dealing with them one by one.”

“This is the first benefit!”

The girls nodded in sudden realization.

So, he wanted to take out all his opponents at once.

Indeed, this was more efficient and saved Soaring Heavens Pavilion time in its development.

Knowing that this event would happen two years later, there was no problem in using means to accelerate it.

“Making Jia Nan Academy owe me a greater favor, which will facilitate future cooperation between Soaring Heavens Pavilion and Jia Nan Academy, is the second benefit.”

“Being able to take the Fallen Heart Flame without a transaction is the third benefit.”

“I will leave Jia Nan Academy with a better Strange Fire, but in exchange for the opportunity to enter Jia Nan Academy’s internal treasury, which is the fourth benefit.”

“This is also the biggest reason for my plan. After all, it’s Jia Nan Academy’s internal treasury, and I can’t just sneak in and steal things like Zi Yan.”

“No, is there really a need to specifically mention my name at a time like this?”

Feeling the gazes of Han Xue and Han Yue, even Zi Yan, who usually had a thick skin, showed a hint of a blush.

“You two, don’t look at me. Do you want a beating?” Zi Yan raised her fist in exasperation.

“Big Sister, you misunderstood.” Han Xue reacted quickly and found an excuse, “I was just curious about what good things are in the academy’s internal treasury that would make Big Brother Chu Xiao put so much thought into it.”

Chu Xiao was a Heavenly Emperor in Rebirth, and from time to time, he would also receive treasures from the future Heavenly Emperor’s treasury.

Ordinary good things certainly wouldn’t make Chu Xiao ponder so much or become the final link in his plan.

“Oh, right.” Zi Yan’s attention was immediately diverted. She propped her chin and showed a thoughtful expression, “What good things could be in this Jia Nan Academy’s internal treasury!?”

Han Xue and Han Yue exchanged glances, a faint smile appearing at the corners of their mouths.

But the next moment, their subtle smiles froze on their faces.

“In this Jia Nan Academy’s internal treasury, there is a reverse scale left by the Old Dragon Emperor, which contains a trace of the Old Dragon Emperor’s Bloodline.”

“This reverse scale was created by the Old Dragon Emperor, who expended great effort to open that space, hoping to send a message to the Void Ancient Dragon Clan, asking them to protect Zi Yan.”

“However, due to a contingency plan set by the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor, the power of this reverse scale was sealed, and the message could not be sent out.”

“If I can get it, I can immediately contact the Dou Saints of the Void Ancient Dragon Clan.”

“Before my own strength is sufficient, I certainly won’t rush to meet the Void Ancient Dragon Clan, but with this reverse scale, I also possess a new trump card.”

“If anyone makes me unhappy, activating the reverse scale might summon Grand Elder Zhu Huo of the Void Ancient Dragon Clan.”

“Zhu Huo, apart from the Old Dragon Emperor Zhu Kun, is the oldest pure-blooded Void Ancient Dragon in the Void Ancient Dragon Clan. He leads a group of powerhouses roaming the Void Realm, trying to find traces of Zi Yan and Zhu Kun, and doesn’t care about the situation on Dragon Island.”

“With his strength at the Late Stage of a Seven-Star Dou Saint, if he reveals his Void Ancient Dragon true form, he can even contend with the Clan Chiefs of the Lei Clan and Yan Clan, only feeling pressure when facing Gu Yuan and Hun Tiandi.”

The notes ended here.

But the doubts in the hearts of the girls were completely answered.

So, Chu Xiao went through all this trouble to legitimately obtain a trump card that could summon a Void Ancient Dragon with the strength of a Late Stage Seven-Star Dou Saint, and it was related to Zi Yan’s father, the Old Dragon Emperor.

However, while this doubt was answered, an even greater doubt arose in their minds.

“Senior Old Dragon Emperor is trapped somewhere.”

“And it’s the work of the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor.”

Within the Ancient World, Xun'er was secretly astonished.

But then she thought about it again and felt that this was the only way to explain it.

The Old Dragon Emperor, like Gu Yuan and Hun Tiandi, was also a Late Stage Nine-Star Dou Saint, but he had lived for an even longer time.

At the same same Realm, the Old Dragon Emperor, relying on the powerful Physical Body of the Void Ancient Dragon and his talent in spatial aspects, might even surpass Gu Yuan and Hun Tiandi in combat power, perhaps on par with Senior Xiao Xuan back then.

Such a powerhouse suddenly disappeared and was trapped somewhere, it must be the power of a Dou Emperor.

And in the Fighting Qi Continent, apart from a few imperial clans, if there was still any Dou Emperor power remaining, the greatest possibility would be related to the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor.

“This trump card is quite similar to the jade pendant I gave to Big Brother Chu Xiao.”

“However, he certainly wouldn’t want to trouble Father.”

Xun'er smiled faintly, closed her eyes, and continued to immerse herself in Cultivating.

Meanwhile, Han Xue noticed the change in Zi Yan’s expression. Being intelligent and perceptive, she spoke to comfort her, “Big Sister, I told you there are no parents in this world who don’t love their children, not to mention Big Brother Chu Xiao also said that Senior Old Dragon Emperor is a doting father.”

“It turns out he was trapped by the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor, but even so, he still expended great effort to send out the reverse scale to send a message, hoping his clansmen would take good care of you.”

“That Tuoshe Ancient Emperor is really too evil.”

To soothe Zi Yan’s mood, this blame could only be placed on the Tuoshe Ancient Emperor.

“Tuoshe Ancient Emperor, right!” Zi Yan clenched her fists, gritting her teeth, “It better still be alive. When I become stronger than it in the future, I will definitely give it a good beating.”

“Big Sister, that day will come.” Han Xue immediately echoed, “In the future, you will be a Saint-Rank Heavenly Sovereign. The Tuoshe Ancient Emperor will be no match for you.”

“That’s right!” Zi Yan lifted her chin, her face full of confidence, “As long as I follow Chu Xiao, that day will come sooner or later.”

“All the hardships I suffered when I was little are all Tuoshe Ancient Emperor’s fault!”

If Zhu Kun were to hear this conversation, he would probably recognize Han Xue as his adopted daughter.

At the same time, within Jia Nan Academy’s internal treasury, Chu Xiao selected many good things.

Su Qian and Wu Qian had a bit of a headache but did not speak to stop him.

These items were indeed precious, but they could not compare to the “Green Lotus Core Flame” that Chu Xiao mentioned.

Among these items, there was an inconspicuous black scale.

Su Qian’s expression suddenly changed, and he asked, “Pavilion Master Chu, do you know what this is?”