anovelconsole Chapter 12724 Hot Potato
Chapter 12724 Hot Potato
Chapter 12724 Hot Potato
"The Tomb of the Gods... They actually came for the Eternal Night's Burning Fire!"
As Ye Chen watched the departing figure of Emperor Jin Yu, his Primordial Spiritual Eyes, through their keen observation, vaguely detected a wisp of cause and effect behind him.
The people of the Divine Tomb came here also to compete for the Eternal Night Fire!
After Emperor Jinyu left, Ye Chen composed himself, pretended to be an ordinary customer, and went to the counter to look at the woman.
At a glance, Ye Chen recognized that the woman was Qiu Wangshui!
He remained calm and simply said, "I want two hundred Chaos Spirit Stones."
He saw that the Chaos Spirit Stones that Emperor Jinyu had purchased earlier contained abundant spiritual energy, which he figured could be used as fuel.
Qiu Wangshui looked up at Ye Chen, her gaze sweeping over him indifferently. She didn't notice anything unusual, but simply nodded slightly. She then placed two bags of Chaos Spirit Stones in front of him and said, "Twenty Soul Fragments."
Soul fragments are a form of currency with considerable purchasing power; one soul fragment can be exchanged for ten Chaos Spirit Stones.
Ye Chen raised his hand, took out the soul fragment, and handed it over. Taking advantage of the moment when Qiu Wangshui was counting it, he leaned down slightly and asked in a low voice that only the two of them could hear, "Fairy, if I may ask, have you ever heard of the name 'Manager Jin'?"
Upon hearing this, Qiu Wangshui's body stiffened instantly, and a look of astonishment appeared in her eyes as she looked up at Ye Chen.
She glanced around warily, but fortunately Ye Chen kept his voice very low and subtly suppressed the cause and effect, so no one noticed.
"Come with me."
Qiu Wangshui secretly beckoned to Ye Chen and then led him into a VIP room inside the exchange.
The two sat down in the VIP room. Qiu Wangshui looked at Ye Chen with great surprise and asked with some wariness:
Who are you?
She didn't recognize Ye Chen, but she vaguely sensed a causal connection between Ye Chen and Manager Jin.
"I'm just here to deliver a message. Manager Jin has fallen on hard times and become a prisoner. He says only you can save him."
Ye Chen did not reveal his identity. He was just delivering a message. He had his own matters to attend to and did not want to get involved in Manager Jin's karmic vortex.
Qiu Wangshui's expression immediately became quite complicated. After pondering for a long time, he finally sighed and said:
"I'm sorry, go back and tell him that I might not be able to save him. Tell him I'm sorry, it's my fault."
Ye Chen was taken aback and said, "You won't save him?"
He recalled Manager Jin's expectant gaze back then, presumably believing that Qiu Wangshui would definitely step in to save him.
But to everyone's surprise, Qiu Wangshui has now directly refused to provide assistance.
"This matter is somewhat complicated..."
After hesitating for a long time, Qiu Wangshui finally took out a box and said:
“This matter involves the ‘Yin-Yang Remnant Contract,’ and I dare not get involved, otherwise my husband and I will both die.”
With that, she slowly opened the box. Inside was nothing but a crystal the size of a pigeon egg, gleaming with a faint moon-white luster, its texture translucent, clearly not an ordinary object.
"What is this? The Yin-Yang Remnant Contract?"
Ye Chen looked at the crystal and could clearly feel the pure energy contained within it.
This thing seems to be related to the lunar pathway, but it doesn't have any yin or yang spiritual energy.
However, the "Yin-Yang Remnant Contract" mentioned by Qiu Wangshui suddenly touched Ye Chen's heart.
That thing seems to be something special!
Qiu Wangshui looked at the crystal in the box with complicated eyes, shook his head and said, "No, this thing is called Divine Moon Marrow. It is as clear as the moon and is a special kind of crystal that can record some things."
"It records the process of the loss of the Yin-Yang Divine Contract..."
Ye Chen frowned and said, "Explain it more clearly."
Qiu Wangshui sighed, "That is to say, my Void Market is about to hold an auction, and one of the most important items to be auctioned is called the Yin-Yang Remnant Contract."
"This Yin-Yang Remnant Contract is a supreme treasure formed naturally by heaven and earth when the primordial world and the abyss were first created. It contains the most fundamental mysteries of Yin and Yang. Whether for cultivation or for exploring the truth of heaven and earth, it has irreplaceable value and is so precious that it cannot be measured."
"This item even attracted the attention of the Myriad Business Corpse Buddha, who was determined to acquire it."
"However, the Yin-Yang Remnant Contract was lost in Manager Jin's hands, so he was imprisoned."
Ye Chen's eyes narrowed. Qiu Wangshui had explained things very clearly, making the whole story clear in one go.
He finally understood that Manager Jin had been imprisoned because he had lost an extremely important item—the "Yin-Yang Remnant Contract".
This item is an extremely important item at the upcoming auction in the Void Market. The Myriad Business Corpse Buddha is also very interested in it and has participated in the bidding.
"Why would such a precious item be entrusted to Manager Jin for safekeeping?" Ye Chen was puzzled. Although Manager Jin was somewhat capable, he was not capable of handling such a secret treasure.
“It’s not in his private custody.” Qiu Wangshui shook his head, lowering his voice even further. “The Yin-Yang Remnant Contract was obtained by chance by Void Market and was originally intended to be the final item at this Feather Island auction. Manager Jin is the head of Void Market in Tai Xuan City. He is meticulous and thoughtful, so he was entrusted with guarding the Remnant Contract until the auction begins.”
After a pause, Qiu Wangshui's expression darkened, and a clear fear flashed in his eyes:
"However, before the auction began, a powerful figure descended and secretly went to Tai Xuan City. He went directly to Manager Jin and forcibly borrowed the Yin Yang Divine Contract, saying that he would study it for a few days and would return it when the auction began."
"That powerful figure was... the progenitor of the Tyrant path, known to the world as... the First Tyrant."
Her voice trembled when she spoke of the "first tyrant".
"The First Tyrant?"
Ye Chen's heart skipped a beat. The Eternal Night Flame he wanted to seize was the legendary Tyrant's Flame.
Upon hearing the title of the First Tyrant, he immediately felt a deep sense of danger!
If this first tyrant also gets involved, that would be extremely bad.
"The First Tyrant's will was extremely domineering, completely crushing Manager Jin and forcibly taking away the Yin-Yang Remnant Contract."
"What's even stranger is that after the first tyrant left, Manager Jin forgot all the details of the matter, only vaguely remembering that the Yin-Yang Remnant Contract had been borrowed and would be returned in the future."
Qiu Wangshui's voice was still trembling, showing his deep fear of that first tyrant.
"What? The First Tyrant can forcibly erase other people's memories?" Ye Chen was secretly surprised. This method was too bizarre and domineering.
"This is the oppressive force of the tyrant's will, but Manager Jin is extremely meticulous. He had already secretly planted a Divine Moon Essence to reflect the entire event. However, he was afraid and did not even dare to open the Divine Moon Essence, but simply entrusted it to me for safekeeping."
"He said that if he were to meet with misfortune in the future, he should give this Divine Moon Essence to Lord Luo Haifu, the steward of Feather Island, to clear his name."
“I am Manager Jin’s subordinate and have received many favors from him. I should repay him, but… I dare not.”
As Qiu Wangshui spoke, his jaw clenched and he took a deep breath before managing to calm himself down. He continued, "..."
"The First Tyrant has been reluctant to return the 'Yin-Yang Remnant Contract,' and the auction has been postponed repeatedly. The organization has used all sorts of torture on Manager Jin, but they still cannot force him to reveal the whereabouts of the 'Yin-Yang Remnant Contract,' because he has long forgotten all his memories."
Ye Chen understood the cause and effect. It was obvious that the Divine Moon Marrow was the only evidence to prove Manager Jin's innocence, but Qiu Wangshui refused to produce it.
"So, you're the only one who knows the truth? But you're afraid of the First Tyrant and don't dare to produce the evidence?" Ye Chen asked.
Qiu Wangshui's face turned pale, and she nodded repeatedly, her voice filled with fear: "Yes, I dare not. The First Tyrant's divine power is awe-inspiring. If I take out the Divine Moon Marrow and expose his secret, and anger him, my husband and I will be killed by him. It's not that I don't want to save Manager Jin, it's that I really don't have the guts."
Ye Chen fell silent. He knew that Qiu Wangshui was telling the truth. With the strength of the First Tyrant, killing her would indeed be a piece of cake.
Qiu Wangshui took a deep breath, as if she had made a huge decision, and pushed the box containing the Divine Moon Essence in front of Ye Chen, her eyes full of pleading:
"Since you helped Manager Jin deliver the message, you must have a connection with him. I dare not keep this Divine Moon Essence any longer, so I'm giving it to you today. If you have the ability, take it to rescue Manager Jin and give it to Steward Luo Haifu, which can prove Manager Jin's innocence."
"If you don't dare to act rashly, then keep it safe. I only ask that, no matter what happens in the end, you don't implicate me or my husband."
The box sat quietly on the table, the luster of the Divine Moon Marrow shimmering slightly.
In fact, Qiu Wangshui knew nothing about Ye Chen's true identity or his true strength.
However, she was too depressed, and the Divine Moon Marrow was a hot potato for her.
She only hoped someone would take over, and when she saw Ye Chen arrive, she directly pushed the Divine Moon Marrow to Ye Chen.
Ye Chen looked down at the crystal, his mind filled with thoughts. Manager Jin had been kind to him, and he should save him both morally and logically.
But with the threat of the First Tyrant right before his eyes, and with the need to find Eternal Night Burning Fire and to go to the Sun District to find the Female Sun Goddess and Ye Xingcai, he simply didn't have the extra time or energy to create any more complications.
After a pause, Ye Chen's fingertips twitched slightly, and a wisp of pure spiritual energy slowly emerged, carefully being injected into the Divine Moon Marrow.
Although he has not yet decided to save Manager Jin, he also wants to see with his own eyes what the ancestor of the Tyrant Path, the first tyrant who can erase other people's memories, really looks like.
As soon as the spiritual energy seeped into the Divine Moon Marrow, the pale white crystal suddenly lit up, and a hazy light was projected from the crystal onto the wall of the VIP room.
The light and shadow were initially blurry, but quickly became clear, and a majestic and upright figure appeared in the light and shadow.
The man was dressed in a dark black imperial robe with dragon patterns, a jade belt around his waist, and was over eight feet tall. He had a resolute and stern face, sword-like eyebrows, bright eyes, and a high nose bridge, exuding an aura of imperial majesty that looked down upon the world.
He was surrounded by an imperial purple aura, domineering and unparalleled, soaring straight into the sky. Even the air seemed to tremble slightly as the light and shadow passed by.
Ye Chen's heart clenched. Just a glimpse of light and shadow made him feel a sense of oppression originating from the depths of his soul.
This sense of oppression is no less than that of the Myriad Corpse Buddha from back then!
Ye Chen's muscles tensed subconsciously as he thought, "So strong! Is this the power of the First Tyrant? Just a projection has such a deterrent effect. If his real body were to descend, I'm afraid I wouldn't even be able to withstand a single move!"
Amidst the light and shadow, the First Tyrant didn't say much, but merely raised his eyes, and an overwhelmingly domineering will swept out. The shopkeeper in the scene instantly went limp, his face ashen, unable to even muster the thought of resistance, and obediently handed over an ancient contract.
The contract was yellowish all over, and it was engraved with twisted yin and yang patterns. It was the "Yin-Yang Remnant Contract"!
The First Tyrant accepted the incomplete contract, casually uttering the words "Return it before the auction," before his figure transformed into a streak of light and vanished instantly. The light and shadow also dimmed, and the Divine Moon Marrow returned to its tranquility.
Qiu Wangshui, standing to the side, was so shocked by the majesty of the First Tyrant that he stood frozen in place like a statue.
Ye Chen withdrew his spiritual energy, his shock lingering for a long time.
He knew very well that with his current strength at the ninth level of the Undying Realm, plus his many divine powers, ordinary experts were no match for him. However, when facing the First Tyrant, he didn't even have the confidence to resist.
"No, we absolutely cannot act rashly now."
Ye Chen secretly made up his mind, "Manager Jin has been kind to me, and I cannot sit idly by. But to save him, I must have enough strength. The Eternal Night Burning Fire is the Tyrant's Fire. If I can obtain the Eternal Night Burning Fire and use it to break through to the Heavenly Dao Realm, I will have the capital to contend with the First Tyrant. At that time, it will not be too late to turn back and save Manager Jin."
Having made up his mind, Ye Chen raised his hand to put away the box containing the Divine Moon Marrow, looked at Qiu Wangshui, and said, "I will accept this Divine Moon Marrow for now. Don't worry, whether I ultimately take action or not, it will never implicate you or your husband."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Wangshui felt as if he had been granted a pardon. He repeatedly clasped his hands in thanks, and a look of relief finally appeared on his face: "Thank you, Your Excellency! Thank you, Your Excellency!"
Ye Chen said no more, turned around and walked out of the VIP room, leaving the Void Market directly.
As soon as he stepped out of the gate of Yi City, a rich spiritual energy rushed towards him. Ye Chen subconsciously activated his Primordial Spiritual Eye, his gaze sweeping over the crowd in front of him, and he paused slightly.
Not far away in the square stood a plump middle-aged man, dressed in a brocade robe, with a ruddy complexion and a jade pendant hanging from his waist. The jade pendant was engraved with the character "Luo". His aura seemed gentle, but in fact it was restrained and profound, and he exuded the authority of a leader.
Ye Chen, with his keen insight, instantly recognized the other party's identity as Luo Haifu, the steward of Feather Island!
He knew in his heart that as long as he stepped forward now, handed the Divine Moon Marrow to Luo Haifu, and revealed the truth, Manager Jin could immediately clear his name and escape the torment of the Heavenly Prison.
As the chief steward of Feather Island, Luo Haifu is one of the core leaders of Void Market. With him in charge, even if they are wary of the First Tyrant, they may still be able to handle the matter impartially.
But as the thought crossed his mind, the majestic and domineering figure of the First Tyrant reappeared in Ye Chen's mind.
In the end, he suppressed the urge to step forward.