Chapter 500: Song Qing, the Master of Deception!
Wu Tian stood high above, looking down at the massive gathering of people below with an amused expression.
A meeting in the Pill Realm? How entertaining.
This brat really knew how to deceive people one trick after another.
Was he planning to gather all these people, collect the herbs, and then bring the whole army to hunt him down?
"Everyone, I believe your maps all have this location marked with a red circle. Within this Myriad Medicine Mountain Range, you will find your mission objectives.
But I'm sure you also understand it won't be as easy as just picking them up and walking away!"
Standing atop the highest rock, full of confidence, Song Qing spoke in a commanding tone, addressing the massive crowd gathered below.
His young yet powerful voice made even the old monsters and young elites take him seriously.
It wasn't just because of the eye catching Seven Star Alchemist badge on his chest his identity alone was enough to make others wary.
He was the disciple of the Pill Tower's Grand Elder.
Offending him meant trouble.
After all, this was his territory.
Anyone who got on his bad side wouldn't have a good time later, not even the older, more powerful figures.
Song Qing might be a weakling in Wu Tian's eyes, but to others, he was a force to be reckoned with.
After all, he was destined to become one of the youngest Elders in Pill Tower's history.
And even in this fierce, competitive Pill Gathering, a Seven Star Alchemist was still among the strongest competitors.
Wu Tian's eyes narrowed slightly as he watched from above.
"This brat is definitely up to something."
But…
If Song Qing was here, then Cai Lin and Dan Chen would probably show up soon too.
At least, that was Wu Tian's guess.
His presence had changed many things already, so he couldn't be completely sure.
Among the crowd, Wu Tian also sensed several people at Song Qing's level.
The Dou Qi Continent was full of hidden dragons and crouching tigers.
This Pill Gathering had drawn out an unbelievable number of high level alchemists.
But even these top tier alchemists were only the ones competing openly.
There were still hidden powerhouses some old monsters who had already reached the Dou Saint level.
Take, for example, Shen Nong the Elder.
A true Dou Saint, possessing the fifth ranked flame from the Heavenly Flame List Soul Life Flame.
Even the Ancient Clans didn't dare underestimate him.
With his status, Song Qing had no trouble rallying people to his side.
Of course, some of them were only pretending to agree, waiting for a chance to take advantage of the situation.
They had clearly suffered losses before.
Otherwise, they wouldn't be gathering in such large numbers like this.
The Myriad Medicine Mountain Range held countless rare treasures but it was also filled with dangerous magical beasts.
Those who had moved too slowly earlier had already been turned into snacks.
By now, there were probably only bones left… if that.
Song Qing, full of pride, continued his speech:
"I've gathered some information. This mountain range is crawling with dangerous magical beasts "
(Obvious. But no one interrupted his nonsense. Some people even enjoyed listening to his BS.)
"But more importantly, there is one particular beast that stands above the rest.
A fearsome creature that has already reached the peak of Rank 7 and has even begun stepping into Rank 8!
"Anyone who tries to fight it alone… is guaranteed to die."
The moment he said this, the crowd fell silent.
It wasn't just talk this was real danger.
Song Qing himself was only at the Dou Zong level.
If he were stronger, he wouldn't be standing here talking.
He'd be out there fighting Wu Tian already.
"This beast has gathered all the rare herbs from this mountain range into its own lair!"
"The places marked on your maps? There's a high chance those herbs are already inside the beast's den."
"That means if we want to complete our missions, we must work together!"
Hearing this, the crowd reacted with shock.
This was crucial information something only someone from Pill Tower would know!
If Song Qing hadn't revealed it, they would have blindly searched the mountains and ended up getting killed by the other magical beasts.
And sure, they had Space Stones to escape…
But against a near Rank 8 beast?
They might not even get the chance to crush their stones before being torn apart.
Unlike humans, who needed to be at the Dou Zong level to manipulate space,
high ranking magical beasts had natural space abilities.
Take Medusa for example
Even when she was only at the Dou Huang level, she could use spatial abilities…
(Though there was a price like memory loss or power regression.)
Song Qing's words sent waves of unease through the crowd.
Even some old monsters were secretly cursing the three Pill Tower Giants.
"Those three old bastards really set us up!"
Good thing they had run into Song Qing otherwise, they would've wasted time searching for herbs that weren't even there.
A near Rank 8 magical beast?
That was basically a full fledged Dou Zun.
Trying to steal from it was a death wish.
Going in alone was suicide.
That much was clear.
Seeing everyone's grim expressions, Song Qing continued:
"That beast commands a powerful army of magical beasts."
"Many of you have already faced them, haven't you?"
"If you try to do this alone… you won't survive."
"So, I propose we form a temporary alliance.
"If we combine our strength, we can defeat this beast, and the other magical beasts will scatter in fear!"
Song Qing didn't finish his sentence.
Because everyone already knew what came next.
Once the beast was dead… it would be every man for himself.
At that point, strength would decide everything.
As long as they weren't facing the beast alone, their lives wouldn't be in danger.
(After all, a Dou Zun level magical beast couldn't kill them instantly.)
They'd still have time to escape using their Space Stones.
Most of them understood the risks.
Still, some nodded in agreement.
But no one gave a definite answer.
Everyone here was experienced.
Song Qing's proposal sounded nice, but the reality was
They were just being used.
They'd be risking their lives as cannon fodder, while Song Qing's people reaped the rewards.
And once the beast was dead…
The real battle would begin.
After all, humans could be more vicious than magical beasts.
Especially in moments of greed.
Wu Tian, still hovering above, smirked.
"Hehe~~~"
This was getting interesting.
(End of Chapter)
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