【Jing Ru: A true disciple of the Wind Thunder Sect in the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm, she entered the Heavenly Sound Sect's mine using the same method as Situ Jian. Noticing you don't seem like a cruel person, she intentionally let you discover the Mountain Shifting Talisman and Nine Heavens Thunder Talisman. Both talismans are just bait.
No matter if you destroy them or not, as long as they’re not fixed in place, a binding location can be completed. Then strong cultivators can be drawn in to join forces from inside and outside to destroy the Heavenly Sound Sect's mine and rescue people.
In secret, she's already communicated using spirit talismans, and they could perfect the location within half a month.】
"Saw me as a decent person and decided to use me?" Jiang Hao sighed. It wasn't the first time for this.
But having half a month eased him a little. As long as he kept mining diligently, he could soon advance to the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm.
Reaching the mid-stage with the Primordial Heaven Blade would help him stay under Yan Hua's radar.
As for the Profound Heaven Sect's attack, he wasn't sure he could dodge it. But if he could steer clear of Situ Jian and the others, safety would greatly increase.
What worried him was not being able to warn anyone.
So far, he hadn't discovered any runes in the mine. Reporting this would be unclear otherwise.
That uncertainty made it more dangerous. Jiang Hao couldn't hesitate.
He resumed mining with renewed effort.
Jiang Hao's diligence was beyond the understanding of others; this seemingly eager manager didn’t cool down even after a few days.
His enthusiasm spurred others to keep working, as the quicker they progressed, the better the evenings' meals were.
After three days, Jiang Hao finished his mining.
Today's blue bubbles were almost wasted because only the two from the morning could be collected by the panel.
Still, he persisted for the white and green bubbles.
Most importantly, he needed to avoid letting anyone notice anything unusual. He wanted to continue digging to soar to even greater heights with luck.
In these days, he didn’t act hurried. He rested when tired and mined when needed, occasionally checking on the miners.
"Once finished, tonight I can return and advance."
As for Situ Jian and his three comrades, he had already appraised them.
Shangguan Wen was indeed dangerous, even though he was just in the early stages of the Golden Core. His unique talent allowed him to control every inch of his body and its strength.
His explosive power was terrifying, and he could reduce his presence so profoundly that others could lose track of him.
Unnoticed, he could blend in with the rocks, misleading others’ perceptions.
Today, Jiang Hao once again walked at the back, scrutinizing the earth with each step.
Still, he found nothing.
He could only admire the skill of those outside; despite learning the Nameless Secret Manual, he remained clueless.
Perhaps with full mastery, he might detect something.
Alas, time was short, and despite having the Clear and Tranquil Heart, instant success wasn’t possible.
Being an inner disciple assigned to help, Jiang Hao had a simple courtyard.
But with constant inspections each night, he barely rested.
Today, rest was unavoidable.
In the courtyard, some spirit herbs swayed with the wind. Jiang Hao had found them locally and brought them here.
A habit, and also hoping to cultivate some bubbles.
Either way, be it physical strength or mental focus, both were beneficial.
He hesitated before leaving the enchanted hoe in the courtyard.
He wasn't sure if any surveillance spell was attached to it; best not to keep it during his advancement.
Returning to his room, Jiang Hao examined the status panel.
【Vital Qi: 100/100 (Can cultivate)】
【Cultivation: 100/100 (Can cultivate)】
Seeing the full hundred, he chose to extract cultivation.
In an instant, immense spirit energy and blood qi surged into his body.
It was the most massive spirit energy Jiang Hao had ever sensed since he started cultivating.
The Primordial Chaos Heart Scripture began to operate, guiding the spirit energy and blood qi with Purple Qi.
After circulating through the meridians, the spirit energy returned to the dantian, and the blood qi reinforced his body like steel.
The Golden Core absorbed the spirit energy, gradually expanding and solidifying.
Almost like an ordinary stone gaining weight, when that density solidified, the spirit energy all settled.
Mid-stage Golden Core.
It went smoother than predicted. Without pause, Jiang Hao continued circulating the meridians to stabilize his cultivation.
Also extracting any remaining cultivation to be prepared for any sudden troubles.
By morning, Jiang Hao opened his eyes and retrieved the Primordial Heaven Blade, feeling the First Form of the Heavenly Blade emerging faintly.
For a moment, Jiang Hao felt immense blade intent.
That powerful sensation gave him peace of mind once again.
But should he proactively confront Yan Hua?
After a moment’s hesitation, he decided against it.
Yan Hua wasn’t in the mine at night, and doing so outside would attract the Law Enforcement Hall's attention.
Easily tipping off Liu Xingchen.
Best to wait for a good opportunity.
With resolution, he stepped out of his room, ready to continue mining.
Mining was genuinely the shortcut to collecting bubbles. For a moment, he even considered staying here long-term.
Yet the Heavenly Fragrance Dao Flower was too significant to stay away from; avoiding it too long felt overly risky.
Just as those thoughts occurred, Jiang Hao saw a red shadow in the courtyard.
Startled, he tensed up, then realized it was the Female Demoness.
"Why is she here?" Jiang Hao was taken aback.
At this time, Hong Yuye was examining the hoe, doing something unknown.
Sensing his presence, she directed her gaze toward Jiang Hao:
“Surprised?”
“Greetings, senior,” Jiang Hao immediately bowed with respect:
“I am somewhat surprised.”
He didn’t anticipate her visiting outside the home. Far beyond expectations.
“Where’s my flower?” Hong Yuye asked, her face expressionless.
“At my residence,” Jiang Hao replied with some concern.
Hong Yuye stared at Jiang Hao for a while before speaking again:
"And what about my tea?"
Jiang Hao: ""
I recommend an interesting book called "I am the Master of Soldiers, No Taboos." The author mentions it has a female lead.