Chapter 1264 - 1264: Star Wave Bead

"Has the Silver Fishing Rod Dao Lord arrived?"

Hearing the announcement outside, the Mowu Sect elders and disciples inside became excited.

Over these days, although helpers had arrived now and then, they were all Supremes, offering little sense of security.

And on the side of Fan Lei Daoist Venerable, they courted continuously but to no avail.

The date of the decisive battle between the two factions drew closer, and their mood grew heavier.

Now, the arrival of these two Dao Lords immediately invigorated everyone.

"The Silver Quan Daoist Venerable who achieved Dao Lord status eighty million years ago?"

"He's indeed a senior, his power must be unfathomable!"

"That's for certain. When he first became famous, I was just a True Immortal."

The presence of Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable made everyone's backs straighten, as if his reputation brought immense confidence.

"Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable's ways are always domineering and difficult to deal with. To have him come to help is a rarity indeed."

"Hahaha, Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable's master is Yuan Ke Daoist Saint; who would dare provoke him?"

"With him overseeing, even Wuding Palace must be wary by three points!"

"Three points? At least seven points!"

"We owe it all to our Li Ye Guardian!"

"Yes, yes, Li Ye Guardian managed to invite this great being, that's really something!"

Mowu Sect's Guardian Li Ye Daoist Venerable basked in the praises.

Although many terms were promised to invite Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable, as long as the Sect's crisis could be averted, any price was secondary.

A group of people quickly moved outside to greet them.

"Hahaha, welcome, Silver Quan Daoist Friend, Ao Xiao Daoist Friend!"

Facing Daoist Venerable level 'helpers', Daoist Venerable Lin Jing appeared very respectful.

As for the other elders, they transformed into flatterers, showering compliments all along the way.

"It's truly an honor for Mowu Sect to have Senior Silver Quan visit!"

"You are indeed kind-hearted, we are in awe!"

"Thank you, Senior, for your righteous aid; Mowu Sect will never forget this favor!"

"Senior Silver Quan, I even met you five hundred million years ago..."

In the midst of being surrounded by the crowd, Silver Quan Daoist Venerable, with his youthful complexion despite white hair, maintained a gentle smile amidst everyone's flattery, neither agreeing nor disagreeing.

Especially the Supremes trying to get close; he couldn't even be bothered to respond.

"Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable, your fame has long resonated through Duan Yang Dao, we've heard of you for so long!"

"Not just Duan Yang Dao, reportedly Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable once ventured through Blood Demon Dao and emerged unscathed!"

"Damn, to come out unscathed from such a demon-infested place, you are indeed worthy of being called Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable, impressive!"

"To meet such a person today, I must have the fortune of three lifetimes..."

In contrast to the deeply reserved smile of Silver Quan Daoist Venerable, Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable had much less patience.

He impatiently interrupted everyone's flattery.

"Alright, alright, stop trying to get close with me."

"I'm just here to do a job for pay, why would you expect to become friends with me for future favors?"

"Forget about such thoughts as soon as possible."

He disdainfully glanced at the Mowu Sect elders present.

"Your little Mowu Sect isn't worthy of forming ties with me."

These extremely harsh words made everyone's expressions turn awkward.

If they weren't relying on him for help, many likely would have left in a huff.

However, considering his power and the Daoist Saint backing him, many could only continue to play along with forced smiles.

Though deeply displeased, they were forced to agree with him.

"Yes, yes, you are right."

"Hmph!"

Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable snorted coldly.

"To tell you the truth, I'm here because your Li Ye Guardian agreed to give me ten Star Ripple Pearls after my aid."

"Otherwise, I wouldn't have stepped into this mess."

With these words, Daoist Venerable Lin Jing's face changed.

His once gentle gaze instantly transformed into a sharp blade, directed at Li Ye Guardian.

The other Mowu Sect elders also frowned heavily.

The Star Ripple Pearls are the Sect's most precious specialty, from a treasure land in the Sect's back mountain.

This pearl condenses once every hundred million years and greatly enhances the cultivation of rules related to rain, snow, frost, and ice.

If an Emperor Realm First Layer Immortal refines one, they can comprehend these rules up to the Venerable level within a few years.

They are priceless, one of the key sources of Mowu Sect's prosperity.

So rare are they, that even Daoist Venerable Lin Jing, as the Sect Leader, only used three.

Many elders haven't used one yet.

And now, Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable asks for ten and Li Ye Guardian agreed.

It can be imagined how furious Daoist Venerable Lin Jing was, even feeling like killing Li Ye Guardian.

Did you have my permission?

To make such promises so easily?

Under intense scrutiny, Li Ye Guardian took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "Without Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable, we could very likely be annihilated, leaving us with nothing."

Even though facing Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable, Daoist Venerable Lin Jing couldn't erupt.

Otherwise, he might have roared in anger.

With Sect Leader Jiang here, we wouldn't be wiped out!

Those ten pearls wouldn't need to be given out!

Now, having promised, they couldn't break the agreement, otherwise, they'd not only provoke Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable but also offend the Daoist Saint behind him.

Thinking back, Sect Leader Jiang helped without asking for anything, just wanting any loot he gained.

In such comparison, Daoist Venerable Lin Jing nearly wept.

Unfortunately, things got even worse.

Hearing Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable getting ten Star Ripple Pearls, the always-smiling Silver Quan Daoist Venerable halted in his steps.

"Those Star Ripple Pearls... I've long heard of them, thought you were unwilling to give them."

Anyone present wasn't a fool, detecting his implication.

He heard Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable's pay was higher, and thought his fee was low.

So, he wanted a raise.

If not, he'd either find an excuse to leave or just watch the challenge as a bystander.

Daoist Venerable Lin Jing was so angered by these vampires that he nearly passed out.

But although he was Sect Leader, Mowu Sect was not ruled by his word alone.

After much negotiation, they indeed promised Silver Quan Daoist Venerable five Star Ripple Pearls, provided he wins in the upcoming battle.

Later, Silver Quan Daoist Venerable and Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable rejected the reception banquet and headed straight to their accommodations.

They were all professionals, doing the job for pay, devoid of emotion.

Hence, Daoist Venerable Lin Jing and other Guardian Elders led them to the reception area for distinguished guests.

Everything seemed to be going smoothly.

But upon reaching the entrance of the arranged palace, Ao Xiao Daoist Venerable turned around with a cold face.

"Is Mowu Sect insulting me?"