Lu Zhou did not expect Yu Zhenghai to be so resolute.
However, the red coffin only had a seventy percent chance of success. The risk was too great.
At this moment, Si Wuya said, "Eldest Senior Brother, are you really going?"
"Of course."
Si Wuya nodded and said, "I remember you didn't take your scabbard with you, Second Senior Brother. Years ago, I carved runes on the Longevity Sword so that it can absorb vitality. I also left some runes on it. I will carve the rest of the runes on the scabbard so that it has a sensing ability. It should be able to point out the direction. "
Upon hearing this, Yu Zhenghai was overjoyed. "That's great! This way, there will be no mistakes. "
Si Wuya said worriedly, "That's only an 80% chance. If the red coffin doesn't last until it reaches its destination and is damaged, the beasts will attack. I'm afraid …"
He thumped his chest and said confidently, "It's fine. I'm an Eight-leaf cultivator. Why would I be afraid of those beasts?"
Lu Zhou shook his head.
He knew very well how powerful Chi Yao was in the black water.
Back then, he had failed to kill Chi Yao with half of his extraordinary power, let alone Yu Zhenghai.
Lu Zhou looked at Yu Zhenghai and said,
"Has your cultivation reached the peak?"
Lu Zhou remembered Chi Yao's Heart. If it could provide 1,200 years of life, it would satisfy the golden lotus's needs. He had just reached the Eight-leaf stage, and he had only recovered to his normal state. He still needed some time before he could reach the peak of the Eight-leaf stage. If Yu Zhenghai was at the peak, he could try reaching the Nine-leaf stage first.
Great Yan's Big Dipper Academy had researched a pill that could extend one's life, but it could not extend one's life when one reached the end of one's life.
The original owner, Ji Tiandao, had gone to the palace to try.
Therefore, Chi Yao's heart was best used during a breakthrough.
Yu Zhenghai replied,
"Give me a few more months and I'll be able to fully recover."
Lu Zhou said, "You can go to the red lotus domain after a few months. Chi Yao can help you reach the Nine-leaf stage. You'll need a peak Eight-leaf cultivator to use Chi Yao."
Yu Zhenghai was taken aback when he heard this.
There was no Eight-leaf expert in the world who did not want to reach the Nine-leaf stage.
They had all tried it.
Even Yu Shangrong who pursued the sword path had tried to kick down the door to the Nine-leaf stage.
Chi Yao's heart was extremely precious. His master had painstakingly brought it back from the abyss.
But his master was willing to give Chi Yao to him, how could he not be surprised?
Yu Zhenghai was deeply moved. However, he shook his head and said, "This is too precious. I dare not accept it. Moreover, Second Junior Brother was trapped in the red lotus and was in great danger. If his identity was exposed, it would be even more dangerous. There's no time to lose. "
Lu Zhou stroked his beard as he pondered.
The two notifications from the system indicated that Yu Shangrong was in trouble again.
If he unleashed his Stellar Energy, it would be very difficult to conceal it.
After giving it some thought, Lu Zhou said, "Bring me your Jasper Saber."
"This …"
Yu Zhenghai did not know what his master was going to do. He thought his master was going to take away his weapon and forbid him from leaving. He kowtowed again and said, "I beg for your permission, master!"
"Leave the Jasper Saber with me. You can go tomorrow."
Yu Zhenghai was overjoyed. "Thank you, master!"
He respectfully handed over his Jasper Saber.
Then, he gave Si Wuya a meaningful look. The two of them left to prepare the red coffin.
…
Lu Zhou picked up the Jasper Saber and studied it for some time.
He sighed.
This was the first heaven-grade weapon Ji Tiandao had given away.
After hundreds of years, this saber had reached the peak of a heaven-grade weapon. Its compatibility with Yu Zhenghai was also perfect.
This was undoubtedly one of the most suitable weapons to be upgraded to a desolate-grade weapon.
He had learned about the desolate-grade weapon from Jiang Wenxu.
This meant there must be desolate-grade weapons in the red lotus domain.
'My disciple, naturally, deserves the best weapon.'
Lu Zhou took out the Shining Stone.
He uttered the word 'use' under his breath.
Shortly after, the Shining Stone hovered and buzzed.
The Shining Stone began to sparkle.
Lu Zhou raised the Jasper Saber. The Jasper Saber was sucked into the Shining Stone.
Bam!
The Shining Stone collided with the Jasper Saber. Blue flames burned.
This was not an ordinary blue flame, but an extremely azure flame. The flame rose up and burned in a straight line.
The Jasper Saber was burning.
It sizzled loudly.
The blade and the back of the saber shone.
The flames continued to burn.
Lu Zhou stroked his beard. He thought to himself, 'I don't think it'll heal anytime soon.'
He decided to sit on a rush cushion at the side.
Before he closed his eyes, he muttered to himself,
"Let's try a lucky draw first." “
"Ding! You've spent 50 merit points and obtained 10 Reversal Cards."
'Not bad.
It's a must-have item for reaching the Nine-leaf stage. '
"Lucky draw."
"Ding! Spent 50 merit points. Obtained Reversal Card x10."
Lu Zhou was stunned.
'Seems like I'm in luck today.'
"Continue."
"Ding! Spent 50 merit points. Obtained Critical Block Card x10."
Lu Zhou was puzzled when he saw the Critical Block Card.
'This thing has never been triggered before. Why is the system rewarding me with this?
What a joke.
Who can harm me? '
He had barely recovered from his thoughts when he received a 'thank you for your participation' notification for the next ten draws. He was no longer in the mood to continue drawing. He closed his eyes and meditated on the Heavenly Writing scrolls.
…
Before he knew it, a day had passed.
Early the next morning.
Sizzle!
The piercing sound of something burning pulled Lu Zhou out of his meditative state.
Lu Zhou opened his eyes and looked in the direction of the burning Shining Stone.
The flame was still hovering in midair. It did not expand or heat up.
The Jasper Saber was burning red.
The blade was blinding.
Swoosh!
The flame suddenly disappeared.
Lu Zhou pushed with his palm.
Energy stopped the Jasper Saber from falling to the ground.
"Ding! Upgrade successful. Obtained desolate-grade weapon, Jasper Saber. Reward: 2,000 merit points."
"Jasper Saber. Grade: desolate-grade. Owner: Yu Zhenghai. "
Lu Zhou could sense that the Jasper Saber was not burning. Hence, he retracted his energy.
The Jasper Saber returned to his palm.
Primal Qi surged.
"Nice."
Although he had a weapon like Unnamed, he could not help but praise the Jasper Saber when he touched it.
The Primal Qi infused into the weapon made it even sharper than a heaven-grade weapon.
"This is the desolate-grade weapon?"
The Jasper Saber returned to its original form.
However, there was now a sharpness to it.
There was a glint of light on the saber's blade.
He retracted his Primal Qi.
The light faded.
"Greetings, master."
Yu Zhenghai's voice rang from outside the door.
"Come in."
Yu Zhenghai pushed the door open and entered. Si Wuya and Mingshi Yin were with him.
The three of them entered the hall and stood respectfully.
"Master, the red coffin is ready. I'd like to depart today," Yu Zhenghai said.
Lu Zhou struck with his palm.
The Jasper Saber in his hand flew toward Yu Zhenghai.
Yu Zhenghai was shocked. He raised his palm to block the attack.
The Jasper Saber was enveloped by a powerful energy as it returned to his palm.
When Yu Zhenghai held the saber, he was stunned.
Then, his eyes widened as he said in shock, "My Jasper Saber …"
Lu Zhou stroked his beard and nodded.
"That's right. The Jasper Saber is a desolate-grade weapon."
"Desolate-grade?"
The three of them were shocked.
"A desolate-grade weapon can help you when we're in the red lotus domain."
Without another word, Yu Zhenghai fell to his knees with a thud and said, "Thank you for the desolate-grade weapon, master!"
Si Wuya and Mingshi Yin were envious when they saw the weapon.
"M-master, how did you do it?" Mingshi Yin produced his Separation Hook and asked with a hint of pleading in his voice.
Lu Zhou glanced at him and said, "Work hard and improve your cultivation base. You'll succeed when the conditions are right."
Upgrading a weapon would reward him 2,000 merit points. Moreover, he could improve his disciple's cultivation base and help him accumulate merit points. Why not?
Improving his disciple was the same as improving himself.
Lu Zhou remembered Chi Yao's Heart and called out, "Old Fourth."
"Yes, master."
"Bring me Chi Yao's Heart."
"Understood."
Shortly after, Mingshi Yin brought Chi Yao's Heart over.
Lu Zhou glanced at it. Indeed, it was too big.
He waved his hand.
Energy swirled around Chi Yao's Heart.
He could feel the surging vitality energy within it.
"You lost 600 years of life during your first two deaths. You've lost all of your life during your last death. The Red Fish Heart has replenished 100 years of your life. Chi Yao's Heart can provide 1,200 years of life. Consume half of it for now. "
Yu Zhenghai was overwhelmed by the favor. He fell to his knees again and said, "Master, I can't accept such a precious item!"
"Your 100 years of life are still in a weakened state. Without Chi Yao, you won't live long even if you go to the red lotus domain. How are you going to save Yu Shangrong? "
"Uh …"
He had lost 600 years of life during his first two deaths. In addition, he had lived for more than 300 years. In theory, he could not come back to life during his last death. It was already a miracle that he could come back to life. If he could replenish his life force in time, he could rely on the Wuqians to come back to life. With that, he would have a greater chance of surviving the abyss.
"Eldest Senior Brother, just accept it. We're worried about you," Mingshi Yin said.
Yu Zhenghai no longer refused. He kowtowed three times respectfully.
Lu Zhou did not stop him from kowtowing. He knew what Yu Zhenghai was thinking.
Yu Zhenghai was done kowtowing.
Lu Zhou raised his wizened hand. Just like 300 years ago, he placed it on Yu Zhenghai's head and pressed it lightly. Then, he said in a heavy tone, "Live well."
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