"The two of you turned the tables at the most critical moment and prevented the Wooden Cocoon Boundary from falling to the bottom again. Furthermore, Ling Dong has contributed greatly to the Wooden Cocoon Boundary's ranking this time.
I have always been fair in my rewards and punishments. Ling Dong, tell me, what kind of reward do you want? As long as it's within my means, I won't hold back! " Di Nankun's words silenced the Wood Puppet Realm's warriors, who had just received a handsome reward, while they were still in a state of joy.
Everyone's eyes instantly focused on Ling Dong. Even Shi Qianbi and Bai Yuhan looked at Ling Dong with smiles on their faces.
No one doubted the value of Di Nankun's reward. After all, Di Nankun had just given out more than 30 supreme-grade Cosmic Artifacts. No matter how one looked at it, it would be a huge sum.
When the entire scene quieted down, the gazes of many cultivators became complicated.
Envy, envy, anticipation, curiosity, and even jealousy. There were all sorts of emotions, but without exception, they were all extremely envious of Ling Dong. Because of Inspector Di Nankun's promise, Ling Dong's reward would definitely be several times or even dozens of times more than what they had received so far.
It wasn't just these cultivators. Even the remaining dozen or so Elders from the various sects of the Wooden Cocoon Boundary were secretly swallowing their saliva. A promise from Inspector Di Nankun was enough to make even the top sects of the Wooden Cocoon Boundary drool over it.
Some people even maliciously thought that if Ling Dong asked for the position of a Celestial Official, Inspector Di Nankun would probably agree. Regardless of whether it was Inspector Di Nankun's status or his past prestige, the possibility of this happening was very high.
As for Elder Huo Lin of the True Gang Sect, he was already holding his breath. His thoughts were in a mess. Asking for a reward from Inspector Di Nankun was too broad a range.
In terms of value, one could forget about the legendary origin soul tool. However, based on the fact that Di Nankun had casually rewarded each of the thirty over cultivators with a top grade origin soul tool, it wouldn't be too much for Ling Dong to ask for a origin soul tool as a reward, right? Not to mention, the grade of the origin artifact might even be higher. For example, a mid-grade origin artifact or a high-grade origin artifact.
Of course, this was Huo Lin thinking from the perspective of Ling Dong's needs. If he were to think about it from another perspective, then the range of rewards would be much larger. Many of these rewards would be impossible to obtain under normal circumstances. But right now, Ling Dong might be able to obtain them with just a few words.
To put it bluntly, Inspector Di Nankun's promise was a rare opportunity. Regardless of whether it was given to an individual or a sect, it was an extremely precious opportunity. If one made the right choice, whether it was for an individual or a sect, there would be a tremendous change.
It could be said that the reward given by Ren Sui and Ling Dong was too precious and too good. However, it was also because of this that the choice of this reward was too difficult. No matter what one chose, one would feel a sense of loss. After all, an organization like the Constellation Heavenly Monarch's Manor could give out too many heaven-defying rewards.
After pondering for a few breaths, Huo Lin smiled bitterly. Honestly speaking, if Huo Lin was in Di Nankun's shoes, he probably wouldn't know what to choose either.
At the same time, Huo Lin's thoughts were the same as Ling Dong's.
Di Nankun's reward was too tempting. Ling Dong even fantasized about asking for a special pardon token or the position of Heavenly Dipper Continent's Heavenly Dipper Continent. That way, he would be able to solve his big problem once and for all.
In an instant, all kinds of possible rewards flashed through Ling Dong's mind. There were hundreds and thousands of possible rewards. Each of them had a great effect, or they would be extremely beneficial to Ling Dong. For a moment, Ling Dong couldn't make a choice.
"Ling Dong, you have to think carefully. Ever since I was born, this is the first time I've made such an unlimited reward promise to someone. You have to choose carefully. Don't disappoint me!" When Inspector Di Nankun, who had been quietly waiting for Ling Dong's answer, saw the light flickering in Ling Dong's eyes, he suddenly let out a loud shout. The word 'disappointed' at the end was like a heavy hammer that slammed into Ling Dong's mind, which was already somewhat difficult to make a decision.
"Disappoint?" These two words instantly woke Ling Dong up from his worries.
"It's my fortune if I get it, but it's my fate if I don't. How can I be so worried about an unlimited reward? If I choose to get it, it'll be my opportunity. As for the other things that I don't choose, they won't be mine. What's there to be disappointed about? "Ling Dong instantly thought through everything.
However, even though he thought through everything, it was still quite difficult to make a decision.
Ling Dong roughly divided the unlimited reward from Inspector Di Nankun into four categories: treasures, elixirs, secret techniques, fame, and status. Ling Dong began to eliminate these four categories one by one.
The first category he eliminated was fame and status. This wasn't because Ling Dong had seen through the world of mortals. It was just that Ling Dong had long understood that fame and status given by others wouldn't last long. If he didn't have the corresponding strength, even if he obtained fame and status, he wouldn't be able to keep it.
The second category he eliminated was naturally cultivation methods and secret techniques. After Ling Dong obtained the inheritance of the Star Demon, he didn't lack cultivation methods and secret techniques. What Ling Dong lacked was time to cultivate those cultivation methods and secret techniques.
"Treasures? Elixirs? "Ling Dong began to choose between these two categories. However, Ling Dong quickly kicked out the elixirs. Perhaps the Celestial Lord's Mansion really did have some heaven-defying elixirs. Perhaps Ling Dong had obtained a few heaven-defying elixirs from the Myriad Stars House. However, no matter how heaven-defying the elixirs were, with Ling Dong's current cultivation, he probably wouldn't be able to use them.
For Ling Dong, the Clear Void Soaring Dragon Elixir given to him by the Right Minister was the most heaven-defying elixir. Furthermore, he wouldn't be able to use it for the time being.
"Could it be that I have no choice but to choose a origin artifact, and one with a decent grade?" After several eliminations, Ling Dong found that his thoughts had circled back to the original point. Only by choosing a origin artifact could he increase his strength in a short period of time. However, Ling Dong, who had just chosen a top-grade origin artifact in the previous round of rewards, felt that this was a little inappropriate.
Because Ling Dong still had one origin artifact that he hadn't refined yet. It was the two origin artifacts he had obtained in the Star Demon Ruins. Later on, he had divided the origin artifact with Bai Yuhan. He still hadn't refined it.
Refining a origin artifact required a very long time. Even if Ling Dong had the help of the Star Subduing Plate, it would still take a very long time. If he chose another origin artifact now, even if he obtained it, Ling Dong might not be able to refine it.
"What should I choose?" Ling Dong asked himself.
"Ling Dong, have you made your decision?" Seeing that Ling Dong still hadn't made a decision after so long, a trace of disappointment appeared in Di Nankun's eyes. His expression turned cold as he said, "If you can't make a decision …"
Hearing Di Nankun's words, the people from Huo Lin revealed an extremely anxious expression. Even Shi Qianbi, who understood Di Nankun's master, hurriedly signaled Ling Dong with his eyes. Shi Qianbi understood that Di Nankun was disgusted with Ling Dong's hesitation or Ling Dong, who had been considering the benefits for a long time.
Just as Di Nankun was about to say something harsh, Ling Dong's eyes cleared and he suddenly said, "Reporting to the Inspector, I've made my decision!"
"Oh?" Di Nankun's expression turned cold. He didn't urge Ling Dong to make a decision. Instead, he asked as if he was playing hide-and-seek, "Then what's your choice? I'm guessing that it's a origin artifact, right? If it's a origin artifact, I can make an exception and gift you a high-grade origin artifact. Regardless of whether it's a defensive, offensive, or auxiliary artifact, you can choose whatever you want! "
"Hiss …"
Hearing Di Nankun's promise, many cultivators and sect elders sucked in a breath of cold air. Even Huo Lin couldn't help but smile bitterly and feel envious. After all, in the entire True Dipper Sect's several thousand years of operation, there was only one treasure that barely reached the level of a high-grade origin artifact. Only the Sect Master could inherit it.
But now, Ling Dong had easily obtained a treasure that was equivalent to the True Dipper Sect's treasure. Huo Lin reckoned that the treasure gifted by Di Nankun wouldn't be bad.
"No!"
"Ah …" Ling Dong's slow shaking of his head and his negative answer not only shocked everyone present, but also the martial artists from the Wood Puppet World present. Even Inspector Di Nankun revealed a surprised expression.
Everyone, including Di Nankun, thought that the possibility of obtaining a origin artifact was the highest, but Ling Dong shook his head and rejected it.
"Elixir? Elixir that can increase one's cultivation? "Di Nankun asked.
"I already have a Clear Void Soaring Dragon Elixir." Ling Dong indirectly rejected Di Nankun's speculation.
"Cultivation technique, divine ability, or secret art?" Di Nankun was a little anxious when he asked this question.
However, Ling Dong shook his head and said, "I have the innate spirit fire and the Dark Sky Divine Soul Secret Art. I can't bite off more than I can chew."
"None of these? Then, are you looking for fame and status? For example, the position of a Celestial Officer? " Di Nankun hesitated for a moment before he voiced his speculation. There was a trace of disappointment in his eyes. If Ling Dong had really chosen this reward, he would definitely agree to Ling Dong's request. However, he would be extremely disappointed in Ling Dong.
"Celestial Officer …" Hearing these two words, Huo Lin and the other martial artists sucked in a breath of cold air. They suddenly realized that many martial artists and sects would never be able to achieve this goal in their lifetime. However, for Ling Dong, it had suddenly become something as simple as nodding his head. Everyone knew that if Di Nankun could bring this up, he would definitely be able to achieve it.
This time, Ling Dong's action didn't surprise Di Nankun and the others. He still shook his head slowly.
However, Ling Dong's rejection drove Di Nankun crazy. "Ling Dong, what do you want? Just say it. I don't want to play guessing games with you anymore."
Ling Dong gave Di Nankun a look that said, "Do you want to guess?". Then, he said somewhat shyly, "Lord Patrol Envoy, I broke through to the Ninth Stage Star Transformation Stage during the elimination round. Now, I'm stuck at the bottleneck of the Ninth Stage Star Transformation Stage. Under normal circumstances, to break through to Level Nine Star Transformation from Level Nine Star Transformation to Level Nine Star Transformation would require at least one to two years of hard work. Most martial artists would need four to five years or even more.
I was wondering if it would be possible for Lord Inspector to help this subordinate break through to the Quasi Star Realm from the peak of the ninth stage during this one month's preparation period. Uh … this is the reward I want. " Di Nankun's eyes widened as Ling Dong said these words that shocked everyone present.
Almost at the same time, Di Nankun put his hand to his forehead and said painfully, "My little ancestor, let alone breaking through to Level Nine Star Transformation within a month, it's extremely difficult. Why would you want such a reward?"
The other martial artists present were all dumbstruck.
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PS: Brothers, I'm sorry. I only have one update today. Not only today, but from today until next Monday, I can only maintain one update a day.
Actually, not only can I only maintain one update, I also have to stop the IV drip when I go to the hospital tomorrow. This is because the make-up test that I mentioned to my brothers last time has been arranged. Just these four to five days, I have to go to the city tomorrow morning. Today, even the doctor scolded me for not wanting my life. I can only go to the city to get the IV drip at night. There's no other way, this is a rare opportunity.
Brothers, please forgive me. After the make-up test, Zhu San will continue to update at a steady rate. Brothers, as you can see, Zhu San's cholecystitis has been acting up these past few days, and he's been seeing a doctor. His updates have also been very stable. As long as there's time and conditions, Zhu San will definitely update at least twice a day.
Bow. Once again, thank you brothers for supporting Zhu San all this time. Even when I'm close to three million words, I still have such good subscriptions.
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