nagpurpolice Chapter 73 Having accomplished his task, he departed without a trace.
Chapter 73 Having accomplished his task, he departed without a trace.
Lu Ming's eyes shone brightly as he carefully surveyed the entire cave.
His divine sense flowed like water across the land, meticulously perceiving every inch of space to confirm that there was no trace of any evil spirits or malevolent entities remaining.
The lingering eerie sense of being watched and the chilling malice have completely vanished without a trace.
Although the yin energy emanating from the pit was still dense, it was like a tree without roots or water without a source, only capable of instinctive dissipation, no longer posing the same threat as before.
"Finally, it's completely resolved." Lu Ming secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Although there may be other unknown secrets hidden deep in this mine, perhaps related to why the Yin energy is so concentrated here, that is no longer within the scope of the mission he has taken on this time.
He walked to the fallen Origin Yin Sha Crystal Core, bent down, and picked it up.
The crystal core felt cool to the touch, and a pure energy flowed through my skin.
The violent intent contained within had been completely extinguished by the sword intent, leaving only pure energy.
This crystal core is of extremely high quality, condensed from the Yin Sha origin at the Golden Core level.
Whether used to refine certain special pills, temper yin-attribute magic weapons, or serve as the energy core of some special formations, they are rare materials with a value far exceeding that of ordinary yin energy beads.
He carefully put the crystal core into his storage bag.
Then, he picked up the smaller, black pearl-like Yin Qi beads he had obtained from killing the shadow phantoms.
Although these are far less valuable than the primordial crystal core, they serve as evidence that a large number of ordinary evil creatures have been eradicated.
Submitting the document to the task issuer for review can also ensure a more satisfactory completion of the task and avoid unnecessary questions.
Lu Ming didn't linger and turned to rush out along the passage he had come from.
In just over an incense stick's time, Lu Ming's figure flashed, and he emerged from the mine like a wisp of smoke, returning to the snow-swept valley.
Outside, the wind and snow continued, and compared to the oppressive silence inside the mine, the cold mountain wind gave people a sense of vitality.
Outside the stronghold's fence, a group of people, led by Manager Li, were still waiting anxiously.
When he saw Lu Ming reappear at the mine entrance, looking calm and composed, he immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
The crowd immediately swarmed around them as if they had seen a savior, their faces filled with anticipation.
"Fellow Daoist Lu!" Steward Li's voice was filled with obvious anticipation, "What's the situation inside? That strange demonic beast..."
Lu Ming calmly swept his gaze over everyone, without any further pleasantries, and simply opened his palm.
The Yin Sha Crystal Core, radiating pure Yin and cold attributes, along with several smaller Yin Qi beads beside it, were quietly floating in his palm.
The moment these two things appeared, especially the crystal core, which emitted an aura that was of the same origin as the demonic beast that had previously harassed the mine, but was of a much higher quality, it was clearly the demonic core of a Golden Core stage demonic beast.
This immediately caused Steward Li and several knowledgeable guards to shrink their pupils, instantly understanding the outcome.
"Except! It really is! That's wonderful! Fellow Daoist Lu is indeed incredibly powerful!" Manager Li's worry was instantly replaced by ecstatic joy, and he repeatedly bowed and clasped his hands in greeting to Lu Ming.
"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Lu! Oh no, Senior Lu. Thank you for relieving the Li family of such a major threat!" Steward Li said respectfully.
Manager Li simply couldn't believe that someone at the Foundation Establishment stage could eliminate such an evil entity at the Golden Core stage.
We will assume that Lu Ming is a highly skilled person who has concealed his cultivation, hence we address him as a senior.
"Manager Li, you flatter me. I dare not accept the title of senior. Please don't call me senior." Lu Ming quickly reached out to help Manager Li up.
Lu Ming entered the Immortal Remnant Land when he was seventeen or eighteen years old. Although he spent thirty years there and endured many hardships, he still managed to survive.
But he was still inexperienced and had the mentality of a seventeen or eighteen-year-old boy. He was speechless when someone called him "senior".
The guards and miners behind Manager Li also showed relieved smiles, whispering among themselves, their eyes filled with awe and gratitude as they looked at Lu Ming.
The nightmare of losing manpower that lasted for months has finally come to an end today.
"Manager Li, there's no need for such formalities. It's just my duty to help people out of their troubles," Lu Ming said slowly.
After receiving a bow from Steward Li, Lu Ming immediately changed the subject and said solemnly, "I have destroyed the source of the Yin Sha deep in the mine, and the many evil spirits it controlled have also been eliminated."
Although some yin energy still escapes from the pit, it has lost its spiritual power and is no longer a threat.
He paused slightly, looking at Steward Li's delighted face, and said:
"However, the yin energy has accumulated here for many years, and there may be stagnation in the earth's veins."
To ensure the long-term stability of mining operations in your area, it is recommended that you invite one or two array masters who are proficient in this art.
Arrange some purification and exorcising formations at the entrance of the mine or key nodes to guide the earth's energy.
To prevent the excessive accumulation of yin energy from causing unforeseen problems. The cost may be considerable, but it is worthwhile compared to the stability of the mine and the lives of the personnel.
Steward Li nodded solemnly in agreement: "Yes, yes, yes! Fellow Daoist is absolutely right. I will immediately report to my family and make sure to invite the best array master to handle this matter! I will not dare to be careless again!"
After saying that, he hurriedly took out a spirit stone bag that he had prepared beforehand from his bosom, and as if afraid that Lu Ming would change his mind, he respectfully handed it to Lu Ming with both hands, his tone carrying a hint of flattery:
"Fellow Daoist Lu, this is the reward for this mission: five thousand low-grade spirit stones, not a single one missing. Please check it."
"Fellow Daoist, you have rendered such a great service to my Li family. A mere amount of spirit stones is truly insufficient to express even a fraction of our gratitude."
After all, eliminating a strange demonic beast at the Golden Core stage is not something that can be solved with a mere five thousand low-grade spirit stones.
Lu Ming accepted the spirit stone bag without hesitation and scanned it with his divine sense.
The restriction on the bag's opening opened naturally when he touched it with his divine sense, revealing five thousand low-grade spirit stones of uniform size and brimming with spiritual energy neatly arranged inside.
He was certain that with these spirit stones, his subsequent journey would be much easier.
He casually put the spirit stone bag into his storage bag.
"Now that the mission is complete and the reward has been received, I will not linger any longer." Lu Ming cupped his hands and took his leave.
He was eager to return home and did not want to linger here any longer.
"Fellow Daoist, please wait!" Manager Li said hurriedly upon seeing this. "Fellow Daoist has worked so hard to rid us of this great scourge. How can you leave without even a cup of water or wine?"
I have already ordered a simple feast to be prepared. Although this place is remote and lacks delicacies, it is a token of our goodwill. We humbly request that you grace us with your presence and allow us to extend our hospitality!
"Yes, yes! Immortal Master, please stay for a drink before you leave!" The guards beside him also pleaded with him, their expressions earnest.
Looking at the warm and sincere faces of the crowd, Lu Ming was slightly touched, but he really had no intention of socializing. Moreover, the matter here was settled, and he needed to head south as soon as possible.
He shook his head and politely declined, saying, "I appreciate Manager Li's and everyone's kindness."
However, I have urgent business to attend to and need to depart immediately for the south, so it is inconvenient for me to stay any longer.
If I have the opportunity to pass through the northern border again in the future, I will certainly come to bother you once more.
Seeing that Lu Ming was determined to leave and his expression was resolute, Steward Li knew he couldn't persuade him to stay. A look of regret appeared on his face, but he dared not try to persuade him further. He could only bow deeply once more.
"Since that's the case, I, Li, will not insist. I will forever remember your kindness, fellow Daoist! I wish you a safe journey!"
"Until we meet again." Lu Ming said no more and nodded slightly to everyone.
Immediately, Lu Ming moved, lightly touching the ground with his feet, and transformed into a streak of azure light, breaking through the swirling snow and flying rapidly towards Beihan City, eventually disappearing from everyone's sight.
Manager Li and the others stood there, gazing at the direction where Lu Ming had disappeared for a long time. Only when the blue rainbow completely vanished did someone breathe a long sigh of relief, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from their shoulders.
In the valley, the wind and snow continued, but the gloom that had shrouded the mine for months dissipated with the receding blue rainbow.