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More than a month later, Xunuo successfully crafted several formations without any issues.
When he delivered the completed tasks, the Manager smiled and told Xunuo that these tasks were for a Sixth-Level Array Master. This meant that Xunuo was now qualified to apply for the title of Sixth-Level Array Master.
At first, Xunuo didn't pay much attention, but when he heard that a Sixth-Level Array Master could purchase rare Refining Materials from the Magic Circle Masters Guild, he couldn't help but feel excited. Moreover, being a Sixth-Level Array Master would grant him priority access to the Geothermal Chamber, which enhanced Divine Sense—a significant advantage.
While Xunuo was still pondering this, the Manager said, "Zhang Daoist, there's no need to worry. I’ve already submitted your application when you took on the tasks."
Upon hearing this, Xunuo smiled and replied, "You have quite a bit of faith in me, my friend." The Manager chuckled in response.
Xunuo began to consider that if Liu Canghai couldn't gather the materials soon, it would be better for him to procure them himself from the Magic Circle Masters Guild. These materials were extremely precious outside, but the Magic Circle Masters Guild would definitely have them.
Just as he was deep in thought, a flash of fire shot towards Xunuo. He raised his hand and caught it; it was a Sound Transmission Talisman sent by Liu Canghai. Upon opening it, he found a brief message: "Return to Three Star City quickly; there’s an urgent matter to discuss."
Xunuo knew that it must be related to their conspiracy—either they had made progress or encountered some changes. Regardless of the news, it felt too sudden for him.
In this small team where he had just started working, Xunuo's main role was to craft a powerful formation. For someone like him, who was accustomed to using formations as a means of deception, lacking such a powerful tool would be detrimental. No matter how things developed from here on out, it wouldn't bode well for him.
Hastily, Xunuo returned to Three Star City. As soon as he entered Liu Canghai's cave, he noticed another person inside.
Without waiting for Xunuo to ask questions, Liu Canghai introduced him: "This is Thunderstorm, a fellow Daoist who has been gathering information in Cloud City. He has news about the source of the Foundation Pill; that's why he's here."
Xunuo felt overjoyed at this news but soon became puzzled: if they had information, they should have informed both of them to meet up instead of coming directly to Three Star City. Was Thunderstorm here to urge him to craft the Heaven and Earth Four Killing Formation?
Not wanting to dwell too much on this question, Xunuo cupped his hands in greeting to Thunderstorm and then asked Liu Canghai for more details.
Thunderstorm looked Xunuo up and down with a slight smile before saying, "You must be Xue Dao You. How is your preparation for the Heaven and Earth Four Killing Formation coming along?"
Xunuo thought to himself: In this team, his greatest contribution lay in crafting formations. If he couldn't demonstrate strong capabilities in this area, his position within the team would become insignificant.
Due to the constraints of the Demonic Oath, while it wouldn't lead to a complete fallout, when it came time to distribute the spoils after their mission, Xunuo knew he would undoubtedly be the most unfortunate one.
Xunuo harbored even more extravagant thoughts. After the success of this operation, if there were any surplus Foundation Pills, he would make sure to acquire at least one more. For these individuals, possessing a single Foundation Pill guaranteed that they could establish their foundation. However, Xunuo had no confidence in securing one for himself.
Thus, Xunuo needed to assert his dominance in this familiar territory, ensuring that he had enough influence within the team.
With a humble smile, Xunuo spoke in a calm tone, "If anyone has experience in refining the Heaven and Earth Four Killing Formation, please raise your hand. However, I plan to refine a new array based on the Heaven and Earth Four Killing Formation. This new array requires several rare materials, which I have already asked Liu Canghai to procure. Once we have all the materials, we can begin the refinement."
After finishing his statement, Xunuo turned his gaze toward Liu Canghai, who nodded in acknowledgment but remained silent.
Thunderstorm squinted and asked again, "Has Zhang Daoist refined the Heaven and Earth Four Killing Formation before?"
Xunuo nodded. "Just a few days ago, I refined a set for someone else. If our matters are urgent, I can start refining another set of the Heaven and Earth Four Killing Formation right away. It should take about seven or eight days and won't delay our plans."
Upon hearing this from Xunuo, Thunderstorm began to take him seriously. The ability to refine the Heaven and Earth Four Killing Formation was one thing; having actually done it was another entirely. Moreover, Xunuo's nonchalant demeanor suggested that he viewed it as an easy task. Thunderstorm understood that such calmness stemmed from immense confidence.
After pondering for a moment, Thunderstorm asked, "How much more powerful is this improved array compared to the Heaven and Earth Four Killing Formation?"
Xunuo raised one hand and replied, "Fifty percent."
Thunderstorm was genuinely taken aback this time. Although he wasn't well-versed in formations, he understood that enhancing an array's power by half was akin to creating an entirely new formation. Given that the Heaven and Earth Four Killing Formation already had a fearsome reputation, an additional fifty percent increase would significantly bolster their current plan.
Thunderstorm laughed heartily and said, "If the improved array is that powerful, then we must have it. However, I came here today to ask Zhang Daoist to assist me with another matter."
With that, Thunderstorm adopted a friendly demeanor and invited Xunuo to sit down as he elaborated on the purpose of their visit.
Their current mission involved Thunderstorm and another cultivator gathering intelligence in Cloud City. In fact, there were several other cultivators with ulterior motives in Cloud City who were secretly seeking information about the Foundation Pill's source. There were even two teams of Evil Cultivators specifically plotting to seize it.
Thunderstorm had received reliable information that a manager from the Limitless Merchant Alliance had defected. This manager was likely an undercover agent for some faction within Cloud City. He had obtained knowledge about the Foundation Pill's source and intended to trade this information at Three Star Underground City.
Three Star Underground City could effectively shield Divine Sense detection, which was why this manager chose it as the trading location.
After receiving the news, Thunderstorm immediately sent a message to his companions, instructing them to gather at Three Star City. He then hurried over without delay.
Currently, the other four could not reach Three Star City in a short time. Moreover, a contact person needed to be retained between Cloud City and Three Star City.
According to the intelligence analysis, the defector from the Limitless Merchant Alliance, the Manager, had already entered the undeveloped area of Three Star Underground City. If Xunuo and the others did not intercept this information, it might fall into someone else's hands. Thunderstorm revealed that at least three groups had infiltrated Three Star City.
Thunderstorm's plan was to go down to Three Star Underground City with Xunuo immediately to explore the area. They aimed to gather any information regarding the Foundation Pill, at least to know which faction had obtained this information.
He did not ask Xunuo to stay in Three Star City to assist their later companions for two reasons: first, Xunuo did not know those companions; second, Thunderstorm believed that as an Array Master, Xunuo would have an advantage in Divine Sense and would be able to locate their target more quickly upon entering Three Star Underground City.
Xunuo smiled slightly and said, "Friend Thunderstorm truly has a discerning eye; I only have this one strength, and you have discovered it."
Thunderstorm chuckled and replied, "The Underground City is heavily restrictive on Divine Sense; it will still require effort from Zhang Daoist."
Xunuo waved his hand dismissively. "That would make things awkward; we each have our own roles."
After a moment of thought, Xunuo added, "As long as he is down there, I will surely find him."
Upon hearing this, Thunderstorm's previously growing fondness and confidence in Xunuo dissipated instantly.
Thunderstorm estimated that Xunuo's Divine Sense was likely stronger than his own. This phenomenon could be observed among Alchemists and Refiners. However, such arrogant words could only be spoken by Cultivators above the Foundation Establishment Stage.
Only Cultivators above the Foundation Establishment Stage possessed Divine Sense strong enough to penetrate the layers of gloom in Three Star Underground City and reach deeper levels with minimal obstruction. Xunuo's statement made Thunderstorm feel that this young man was arrogant and ignorant.
Seeing Thunderstorm's disdainful expression, Xunuo couldn't help but sneer. Suddenly releasing his Divine Sense caused Thunderstorm's complexion to change dramatically as he stood up straight and leaped back against the wall with a loud thud. Liu Canghai also hurriedly retreated several steps, his eyes wide open as he stared at Xunuo.
As soon as Xunuo released his Divine Sense, he retracted it and said calmly, "We Alchemists and Refiners are just slightly stronger in Divine Sense; nothing more."
Liu Canghai's face twitched a few times before he nervously replied, "If it weren't for my past acquaintance with Lu Daoyou, I would really think you were a Foundation Stage Cultivator pretending to be weak."
Meanwhile, Thunderstorm had yet to recover from his shock. Perhaps he still dared not confirm Xunuo's identity. His face turned pale as he stared blankly at Xunuo, looking as if he was ready to flee at any moment.
Thunderstorm was a worldly individual. The moment Xunuo released his Divine Sense, he immediately deduced that this Divine Sense could only belong to a Foundation Stage Cultivator. He also quickly felt that Xunuo was sent by some merchant association or Cultivation Sect to eliminate his group, which left him feeling utterly despondent.
If he had encountered a Foundation Stage Cultivator under different circumstances, Thunderstorm would have dared to fight back. However, being cornered in such a confined space left him with no thoughts of resistance; all he could think about was how to escape.
After a moment, when Liu Canghai sat down next to Xunuo and engaged in animated conversation, Thunderstorm began to believe that this companion was not a Foundation Stage Cultivator but merely possessed an exceptionally strong Divine Sense. This realization brought him great joy. Having a companion with such formidable Divine Sense would greatly assist them in their current endeavor. This help would not only be beneficial for their descent into Three Star Underground City to seek out the traitor of the Limitless Merchant Alliance but would also prove advantageous for future actions.
Thunderstorm cautiously approached and sat down across from Xunuo, unable to hide the shock on his face. Gathering his courage, he asked, “Xue Dao You, do you specialize in cultivating your Divine Sense?”
Xunuo nodded with a smile and replied, “That is indeed the case. My Divine Sense is quite different from ordinary people’s; I apologize if I startled you.”
Thunderstorm waved his hands repeatedly, saying “No worries, no worries,” while wiping away cold sweat. “Such a powerful Divine Sense is rarely seen in my lifetime. It is no less impressive than that of a Foundation Stage Cultivator.”
Xunuo had anticipated that the emergence of his Divine Sense would astonish everyone present, as he himself had been taken aback by it before. However, gaining Thunderstorm's attention had already achieved Xunuo's goal.
Then Thunderstorm expressed both regret and relief, saying, “If Lu Daoyou were also in Cloud City, tracking down this traitor of the Limitless Merchant Alliance wouldn’t have depleted most of my Tracking Talismans.”
Upon inquiry from Xunuo, it turned out that after Thunderstorm received news about the traitor from the Limitless Merchant Alliance, he immediately captured the fluctuations of their magical energy and secretly followed them to Three Star City.
However, this traitor was exceedingly cautious and changed their appearance several times along the way. This forced Thunderstorm to use several Tracking Talismans before confirming the individual's identity without losing track of them. Unfortunately, this left Thunderstorm with only two Tracking Talismans remaining that contained traces of the traitor's magical energy.
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