C165 Ancient Peoples Cave(2)

Whether it's ancient caves or relics left by those long gone, the treasures inside are countless, and finding Dragon Saliva Fungus isn't unusual. Where there's Dragon Saliva Fungus, there's likely to be Dragon Saliva Grass too, both aged to perfection. As the main ingredient of the Dragon Saliva Pill, the age of the Dragon Saliva Fungus determines the pill's potency. For Uncle Fu's injury, the older the Dragon Saliva Fungus, the better. If there's Dragon Saliva Grass of the same age, even better.

"Who got the Dragon Saliva Fungus, and did they also get the Dragon Saliva Grass? No matter the price, I'm willing to pay!" Woo Zhengyang declared confidently. Although he wasn't as wealthy as some, he'd recently amassed quite a fortune, earning a lot of Heavenly Essence Stones. Even if that wasn't enough, his gains from the Mystic Trace Realm would surely convert into a substantial sum.

Liang Ruoxuan shook her head, "The cave hasn't fully emerged yet; only occasional illusions appear. No one has obtained the Dragon Saliva Fungus, but there's likely truth to the rumors. I've already instructed people to be on standby. As soon as someone gets the Dragon Saliva Fungus, my Pill King Pavilion will buy it at a high price."

After hearing the whole story, Woo Zhengyang decisively said, "No need, I'll go myself!" Woo Zhengyang was used to taking control of his own destiny. Since no one had yet claimed the Dragon Saliva Fungus, he decided to set out on his own.

"Mr. Zhengyang, you can't!" Liang Ruoxuan stopped him.

"Why not?"

"Idiot!" Loong Zhiwu muttered under his breath, explaining, "Even though we're all part of the Heavenly Martial Sect, there's an agreement among the four nations. When a secret realm opens and treasures emerge, no one from other countries can interfere. It's like the Mystic Trace Realm in your country, Dongjue. Have you ever seen sects from other nations entering it? Even the smaller families in your country don't have the right to enter, right?"

With Loong Zhiwu's explanation, Woo Zhengyang suddenly understood. The emergence of a secret realm represents a significant opportunity, and the sects of the Fallen Sun Country will definitely keep everything under their control. Not to mention Woo Zhengyang, even people from the Fallen Sun Country might not have the chance to enter.

Woo Zhengyang, though confident, wasn't arrogant enough to challenge a nation's authority, leaving him in a dilemma.

"So, do you want to go?" Loong Zhiwu leaned in mysteriously.

"Of course..." Woo Zhengyang replied, not in the best mood.

"Oh, such a temper... I was going to help you, but I guess not!" Loong Zhiwu teased.

"What do you mean... you're the head of the Heavenly Martial Academy..." Woo Zhengyang was embarrassed. Loong Zhiwu was just too young, not only lacking any airs but also having a quirky personality, often teasing others in his spare time.

Over the past few days, both Woo Zhengyang and even Liang Ruoxuan had become so familiar with Loong Zhiwu that they started calling her "Sister Loong," forgetting her prestigious title. It was only when her title was mentioned again that Woo Zhengyang suddenly remembered that Loong Zhiwu was the head of the Heavenly Martial Academy, a position recognized across all four nations.

No matter how powerful the sects in the Fallen Sun Country were, they couldn't surpass the Heavenly Martial Academy. If Loong Zhiwu decided to place Woo Zhengyang in the academy, wouldn't he have a great opportunity to get in?

"Just remembered now? Too late..." Loong Zhiwu said smugly, holding her head high, almost as if daring him to ask for her help.

Woo Zhengyang knew Loong Zhiwu's personality well; she was the type who would take advantage if you showed any weakness. If he begged her now, she'd surely have some fun at his expense.

So, Woo Zhengyang didn't ask her for help. Instead, he turned to Liang Ruoxuan and said, "In that case, we'll just have to wait for the people inside to come out, and then we can make our move. We can afford to wait a bit longer."

Loong Zhiwu, who had been waiting for Woo Zhengyang to plead with her, couldn't hold her pose any longer and scoffed, "How can you be so unambitious? What if the people inside don't recognize the value of the Dragon Saliva Pill and Dragon Saliva Grass? You might end up with nothing!"

Woo Zhengyang shrugged it off, saying, "If that's how it turns out, there's nothing I can do. I'm not in a rush; I'll just wait for another opportunity."

Loong Zhiwu felt a bit lost after hearing that. Woo Zhengyang, naturally anxious these past few days, kept his composure. His words left Zhiwu uncertain.

"Don't forget, it's an ancient cave. There could be incredible opportunities inside. If you go, you might not only find the Dragon Saliva Grass and Dragon Saliva Mushroom but also stumble upon a great fortune! I'm in a good mood. Just call me Sister Loong, and I'll help you!" Zhiwu tempted.

"I'd rather not. Opportunities often come with risks. What if I don't make it out? I'd prefer to focus on my alchemy," Zhengyang replied, turning back toward the alchemy room.

"Hey... hey... don't go, you stubborn guy. It's such an exciting adventure. You should at least check it out..." Zhiwu said, chasing after Zhengyang to persuade him.

Liang Ruoxuan stood there, watching their retreating figures in silence for a long time.