Chapter 48: A Very Strange Cooperation

  Remember in one second

  That day, Tianzhou was flying slowly, and the disciple in charge of control suddenly reported to Fang Lanlan.

  There was a six-winged sky boat behind, closely following for half an hour.

  Tianzhou flies in the sky, and people who follow behind generally slightly change their route or slow down to avoid being seen as an enemy. Last year, Lin Heng was on his way to Shoujing Mountain when he was mistaken for an enemy because he didn't know this rule.

  Heavenly Chariot follows Heavenly Chariot, it can't be a coincidence.

  Fang Lanlan and Yan Ruyan walked to the side, looked back, and indeed saw a "Six-Winged Heavenly Ark" behind them, less than a few hundred meters away, steadily following behind.

  Lin Heng took out the "Mei Cui San Ji Xiang" warm bag from his bosom and drank several mouthfuls, closing his eyes to nourish his dantian. With Fang Lanlan and Yan Ruyan, these six-product strongmen present, would it be his turn to take action?

  Moreover, taking the opportunity to observe Fang Lan's ability to handle matters and his combat strength is also a good choice. He even looks forward to fighting with the people behind him.

  "It's Xuantian Sect." Yan Ruyan said lightly.

  "Slow down," Fang Lanlan said slowly, her starry eyes fixed on the Tianzhou behind them, which had been keeping a distance but following closely.

  The Tianzhou slowed down, and the Xuantian Sect behind caught up.

  The door of Tianzhou opened, and a figure flashed out, then came before one's eyes in an instant like a galloping thunderbolt.

  The Tianzhou of Qingyu Xianjing may have slowed down, but the speed at which ordinary warriors ride the wind is still no match. The opponent's Tianzhou maintained its original high-speed limit. Between the two speeding Tianzhous, this person came through the air so easily, truly proving his super strongman strength.

  "Fang Xianzi, what a coincidence! I didn't expect to run into you on the road in Qingyu Xianjing." Lin Heng was somewhat suspicious, Fang Lanlan had clearly changed her expression, but how did the other party still see through it at a glance?

  Was Fang Lanlan always this expression in the past?

  "Lu Qi Shixiong, the Yan Tian Sect and our Qing Yu Xian Jing will go their separate ways, please don't follow us again." Fang Lanlan said coldly.

  Lu Qi said, "You and I are both headed to the 'Melting Furnace Hell', a desolate journey. Wouldn't it be more enjoyable if we traveled together? By the way, Fang Xianzi, regarding this trip's mission, I have some suggestions. Why don't we discuss them? May I come in?"

  Fang Lanlan said, "Brother Lu Qi, please return. We have our own plans in the Qingyu Xianjing." Lu Qi seemed to expect her rejection from a thousand miles away and said, "Is Fairy Fang afraid of being gossiped about by others because she's alone with a man? Don't worry, we'll be traveling with over ten people, so everything will be aboveboard. Why should we be afraid of idle chatter? Besides, who would dare to spread such rumors? You don't need to take action, I, Lu Qi, will be the first to punish them."

  Fang Lanlan furrowed her brow and a hint of displeasure flashed across her face.

  Lu Qi seemed to be determined to pester Fang Lanlan, saying: "Fang Xianzi, we both bear the same mission from our master and carry a heavy burden. Please put aside minor matters for now, I really have something important to discuss with you." Fang Lanlan thought for a moment before slowly opening the boat door.

  Lu Qi's face lit up with joy, and he swiftly entered.

  He first swept his gaze over the disciples in the boat before his eyes landed on Lin Feng with a look of surprise.

  "Everyone present is a female disciple of Qingyu Xianjing, how can there be a man? Qingyu Xianjing only accepts females as disciples and has always been very particular about its reputation. The female disciples in the sect have always kept their distance from males. Among so many female disciples, this person can coexist with them in the same room? Moreover, he looks like he's only around twenty years old, clearly not some kind of powerful expert!" Lu Qi immediately sensed that something was amiss and feigned nonchalance, saying: "This is..." Fang Lanlan's expression remained calm as she said: "He is a guest of Qingyu Xianjing. Lu Qi Shixiong, please speak if you have any business."

  Lu Qi looked at Yan Ruyan, who was blocking his way, and had no choice but to give up. He said, "The journey to the Furnace Hell is fraught with countless strong enemies. If we each go our separate ways, I'm afraid we won't have many opportunities to obtain treasures. I have a suggestion - why don't you and I cooperate?" "How do you propose we cooperate?"

  "When the defense array outside the 'Furnace Hell' is activated, a large number of treasure hunters will rush in and chaos will ensue. It's inevitable that they'll kill each other. The Qingyu Xianjing and our Xuantiangong will join forces, concentrate our troops, and whoever gets their hands on good treasures, we'll immediately launch a joint attack." "And then we'll split the treasure 50/50." Fang Lanlan and several others thought this was fair. Tens of thousands of treasure hunters poured in instantly, but the treasures were limited, and conflicts would inevitably arise. The two parties cooperating would indeed be mutually beneficial.

  But Lu Qi would never be so kind, fifty-fifty division, how could the Xuantian Sect possibly agree? You should know that they usually look down on the Qingyu Xianjing, how can they be on an equal footing with them?

  However, there is an exception. Based on our strength, our Xuantian Sect is far superior to yours. If we were to split it 50/50, that would be unfair to us. According to my master, "In the Furnace Hell, there is a treasure of utmost yang. This treasure is beneficial to our Xuantian Sect, and we must obtain it." Therefore, the 50/50 split does not include this treasure. In other words, if we were to obtain this treasure, it would belong to our Xuantian Sect, and the remaining portion would be split 50/50... Fang Lanlan and the others from Qingyu Xianjing were speechless. Is this still called a 50/50 split? The most crucial treasure belongs to you, and the remaining portion is split equally between us. Does that treasure have negative effects on our Qingyu Xianjing?

  The disciples of Qingyu Xianjing were all born with anger in their hearts, and this was indeed underestimating people too much.

  Such an allocation is simply treating Qingyu Xianjing as a small hand, as if relying on the strength of Qingyu Xianjing, in that environment can only be slaughtered by others, and never snatch a treasure.

  Lu Qi's attitude doesn't seem like cooperation, but rather naked charity and benevolence.

  Before Fang Lang arrived, he had been specifically instructed by his master to try his best to obtain the "Furnace Hell" core's fierce Yang treasure, how could he be willing to cooperate with Xuan Tian Sect in such an unequal and humiliating way?

  "And also, I have a second condition, that is you must cooperate with us to ambush the Mo Su Forbidden Sect... join hands to deal with the Mo Su Forbidden Sect..."

  As soon as he spoke, Lin Heng secretly felt a chill in his heart. These big sects were indeed ruthless and merciless. What was supposed to be a treasure hunt had turned into a covert battlefield between the sects.

  Fang Lanlan was unfazed by the intrigue and said, "Mo Xu's junior brother, Changshan, has already reached the sixth rank of Pingqi. This time in the 'Melting Furnace Hell', many people have made up their minds to flee when they encounter Mo Xu's sect." Lu Qi's senior brother is indeed very powerful..." "What does it matter if he's at the middle stage of the sixth rank? If it were a one-on-one fight, I wouldn't be afraid of him! However, with my current abilities, it would still be difficult to defeat him, so that's why I invited you, Fang Xianzi, to cooperate. If Mo Xu's sect isn't destroyed, then the treasure will definitely not fall into our hands..."

  Fang Lanlan interrupted him, saying: "Lu Qi, please leave. Our Qingyu Xianjing will not cooperate with you. As for the Liuyang Zhizhen treasure, our Qingyu Xianjing also wants it badly. Unless you are willing to give us that core treasure, we can consider it." Lu Qi was taken aback, then revealed a hint of disdainful smile, saying: "You think you can? Don't even mention those big sects who take advantage of the situation, even some rogue cultivators can easily annihilate you few weak and helpless female cultivators. My Xuantian Sect is asking for cooperation not only because we want to form an alliance to increase our strength, but also because I don't want to see you beautiful women from Qingyu Xianjing perish in the chaos. I have a mind to secretly protect and care for you." His eyes were filled with lust as he slowly scanned Fang Lanlan's beautiful face, seemingly reluctant to part with her, saying: "You don't know the good intentions of my Xuantian Sect, but instead are arrogant and self-important, thinking you're invincible! I can tell you, in that chaotic environment where thousands of strong cultivators are fighting, it's already a miracle if you weak and delicate flowers can keep your lives. You still dare to hope for treasures?"

  Lu Qi's tone became increasingly sarcastic towards the end, a stark contrast to his initial gentle and courteous demeanor.

  A female disciple on the side said discontentedly, "We don't have high hopes for Qingyu Xianjing, but your Xuantian Sect still came to invite us to form an alliance? If Xuantian Sect is so powerful, then why do you need our help?" Lu Qi coldly snorted, "I was just being kind and taking care of you." Fang Lanlan made a polite gesture and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Lu Qi Shixiong, but Qingyu Xianjing declines your invitation."

  Lu Qi saw that the other party had issued an order to expel him, which was equivalent to turning his back on him. He withdrew with a cold expression and turned around to hum: "Since you've made this choice, I won't force my way. Just don't meet us in the Furnace Hell, or else the Xuantian Sect will take action without considering past friendships. If you offend us then, don't blame us for being ruthless!" Watching Lu Qi leave in a huff, Fang Lanlan turned around and said: "Everyone return to your original positions."

  Everything returned to calmness, Lin Huan's eyes closed, and he entered a state of cultivation.

  After a while, Yan Ruyan walked over slowly and said: "Lin Gongzi, Lu Qi now has hatred in his heart towards us. He might take advantage of the chaos to deal with Qingyu Xianjing. Although we are not afraid of him, we also don't want to waste our fighting strength on him."

  "Does the young master have a good solution?"

  "Tell Mo Xi that Jian Zong is willing to give up the treasure, but he wants to take this opportunity to kill all of their people."

  At that time, the Xuantian Sect will be as worried as you are now, and will suffer from the Xuantian Sect's counter-sniping. Naturally, they won't have the energy to plot against you." Lin Heng said with a nonchalant tone.

  Yan's face was like smoke as she slightly furrowed her brow and said: "Isn't this a bit too much?"

  Although they had fallen out with Xuantian Sect, telling Mokujo Clan about their plan in such a direct and exaggerated manner was somewhat unkind.

  Lin Heng waved his hand and said, "Then let's sharpen our swords and prepare our horses to meet the enemy's attack at any time." After finishing speaking, he closed his eyes and stopped paying attention. His responsibility was only to lead the "Qing Yu Xian Jing" into the big array, as for other things, he didn't care.

  Yan Ruoyan's face was like smoke as she gazed at Fang Qianqian, inquiring about the meaning. Fang Qianqian thought for a moment and nodded slightly.