Chapter 13: Karma!

"Senior is joking," Yang Qiu said with a bitter smile.

Just now, Li Yun's words were not wrong. Saints were extremely powerful, and among a hundred peak Holy Lord-level figures, not even one might be able to step into Sainthood. Whenever an opportunity to become a Saint appeared, countless people would go crazy for it. This kind of information would make anyone's heart flutter. Even if he had to exchange his entire wealth for it, Yang Qiu would willingly do so.

However, Li Yun's last sentence was something he couldn't believe. Even if the information was false, would he be foolish enough to return and ask for a refund? The first time he came, he almost lost his life. If he came again, wouldn't it be a direct farewell to the world?

Yang Qiu gritted his teeth, glanced at the Heavenly Secret Pavilion, then at Li Yun in front of him. He waved his hand, and countless spirit stones and treasures covered the entire hall.

After completing this, Yang Qiu once again took out a jade slip and respectfully presented it to Li Yun, saying, "Senior, this is an ancient scripture left by a Saint, containing a set of techniques named 'Demon Soul Crossing,' concealing the mysteries of the Saint realm. Combined with these treasures, can I exchange them here for some information?"

"Demon Soul Crossing" was precisely what Yang Qiu obtained from the Saint's cave in the past. He had even killed his own senior brother for this jade slip, indicating its value.

Li Yun glanced at the treasures covering the hall, and his eyes twitched. He didn't respond immediately. For a moment, the entire hall fell into absolute silence.

Yang Qiu maintained his posture, not daring to make any movements. A bead of cold sweat appeared on his forehead, but he didn't dare to wipe it. At this moment, he had nothing left. Only a Holy Lord-level Demon Umbrella remained, a life-bound treasure that couldn't be handed over. If he couldn't get any information even after offering this, he could only accept his fate.

"System," Li Yun called out in his mind, saying, "Estimate the value of these things."

[Three Heavenly Grade treasures can be exchanged for 5,000 Secret Points, seven Heavenly Transformation Grade treasures can be exchanged for 3,000 Secret Points, 36 million top-grade spirit stones can be exchanged for 4,100 Secret Points, and various heavenly materials and earthly treasures can be exchanged for 5,200 Secret Points.]

[Demon Soul Crossing (Saint Grade Technique) can be exchanged for 14,000 Secret Points.]

[Total: 31,300 Secret Points]

"I didn't expect Yang Qiu to be so wealthy," Li Yun exclaimed. With just one move, he had over 30,000 Secret Points. Adding the two items he revealed earlier, it was more than 40,000 Secret Points. This could indeed be considered a windfall.

"Sure enough, it's more reliable to wait for the big fish. Depending on some young talents, one might not even gather more than 40,000 Secret Points in their next life," Li Yun sighed. He waved his hand, instantly collecting all the items and converting them into Secret Points. His original zero balance turned into 40,800 points.

"System, inquire about the specific information of the opportunity at the Azure Water Cliff," Li Yun said in his mind.

[Ding.]

[Deducting 30,000 Secret Points. Azure Water Cliff opportunity inquiry successful.]

[The Azure Water Cliff is an ancient Saint's legacy secret realm located in the Bai Duan Mountain Range. It has two ancient killing formations blocking the way, and three ancient illusion formations serve as barriers. To ensure a successful exploration, a method to break the formations is provided as a bonus.]

"There are probably not many people in the world as generous as me," Li Yun sighed with emotions. He earned over 40,000 Secret Points but had 30,000 deducted by the system. He was left with only 10,800 points, essentially earning a commission.

"Yang Qiu," Li Yun glanced at the information about the Azure Water Cliff, then turned to Yang Qiu, gently speaking, "Seeing your sincerity, I'll tell you about an opportunity to become a Saint."

Yang Qiu's mouth twitched. As an elder of the Nine Nether Demon Sect, he had thrown away a lifetime of savings at the Heavenly Secret Pavilion. If this wasn't considered sincere, he couldn't fathom what would be. He complained internally but didn't dare to voice it.

Yang Qiu stepped forward with great respect, saying, "Junior is all ears."

"Hmm." Li Yun produced a jade slip, tossed it over, and said, "Hold onto this jade slip and head to the Bai Duan Mountain Range. If you can find the Azure Water Cliff, becoming a Saint is just a matter of time. The jade slip contains the method to break formations, so be sure not to lose it."

It was an opportunity left by an ancient Saint, guarded by several formations. Li Yun thought that without the formation-breaking method provided by the system, Yang Qiu would likely end up empty-handed. Whether he could break the formations was uncertain. The crucial point was that this opportunity had not yet appeared, and it might be destined for a chosen one.

"Thank you, Senior!" Yang Qiu tremblingly reached out, carefully taking the jade slip. It seemed like he had come across a rare treasure, and he stowed it away in his storage ring. Though the jade slip was of average quality, it represented everything he owned. Even if it was a piece of junk, its value now seemed immeasurable.

"Hmm." Li Yun nodded and said, "If there's nothing else, hurry to the Azure Water Cliff. If you delay, the opportunity might slip away."

"Yes." Yang Qiu bowed and said, "Junior will head there immediately."

Different from his arrival, as he left, Yang Qiu was extremely humble. After exiting, he even bowed to the Heavenly Secret Pavilion, displaying extreme deference. To anyone observing, it would be impossible to see him as a Holy Lord-level figure surrounded by demonic flames. He appeared like a respectful junior.

Yang Qiu turned around after glancing deeply at the Heavenly Secret Pavilion. His aged body seemed to lose all its strength, and he crumbled, tears streaming down from the corners of his eyes.

"This is karma!" Yang Qiu sighed skyward. At this moment, he felt his heart convulsing.