Suddenly, the entire battlefield fell into a deathly silence, leaving only the heavy and rapid breathing of a few people.

"Succeeded?" Duan Shuang murmured in disbelief.

"This... Fellow Daoist Xu Ping actually slew the Golden Core evil entity by himself!" Gong Yang was full of shock, his voice even trembling slightly.

Song Qiwu, on the other hand, looked at Xu Ping with a complex expression, feeling both awe and relief.

"It's finally dead!"

Seeing the Golden Core evil entity had turned to ashes, Xu Ping could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, it was restrained by the Cyan Profound Divine Thunder Talisman, otherwise, any other Golden Core cultivator or third-rank demon beast probably wouldn't have been slain so easily.

"Huh?"

"A Yin Qi Pearl?"

Just as Xu Ping was about to join Song Qiwu and the other two, he suddenly paused, discovering a silvery-white glowing pearl amidst the remains of the Golden Core evil entity.

Without hesitation, he used mana to form a giant mana hand, securely grasping the Yin Qi Pearl in his hand.

This was a Yin Qi Pearl at the Golden Core level; although he couldn't use it for the time being, it was undoubtedly a valuable item.

At this moment, Gong Yang and the other two barely recovered from their shock and quickly used Escape Light to reach Xu Ping's side.

"Fellow Daoist Xu, are you alright?" Duan Shuang asked concernedly upon seeing Xu Ping's somewhat pale face.

"I'm fine, just consumed quite a bit of Divine Sense." Xu Ping forced a slight smile.

At this moment, Gong Yang couldn't help but ask, "Fellow Daoist Xu Ping, was this third-rank Cyan Profound Divine Thunder Talisman drawn by you?"

Xu Ping pondered for a moment and smiled wryly:

"Indeed, I was lucky enough to draw it, but I only managed to draw two, both of which are now used up."

Since the Cyan Profound Divine Thunder Talisman was exposed, there was no need to hide it anymore.

"Hiss!"

Although the three had vaguely guessed, they couldn't help but gasp when Xu Ping confirmed it.

Third-rank Talisman Masters were rarer than Golden Core cultivators throughout Yue Country.

And Xu Ping, just a mid-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator, could draw third-rank talismans—was his Talisman Master talent even stronger than his swordsmanship talent?

"Thank you, Talisman Master Xu, for saving our lives today. If it weren't for Talisman Master Xu, we would likely not have escaped the pursuit of the Golden Core evil entity."

Song Qiwu respectfully bowed.

A third-rank Talisman Master held a higher status than Fake Pill cultivators, even if their ancestor met Xu Ping, he would politely call him 'Daoist'.

If he were to call him Daoist again, it would seem inappropriate.

"Fellow Daoist Song is courteous; this Golden Core evil entity was clearly targeting me, I only defended myself."

"My Divine Sense is greatly consumed after using two third-rank talismans in succession, so I won't chat with you further," Xu Ping bowed, then used Escape Light to hurry towards Thousand Leaves Mountain.

At this moment, he had no intention to chat idly; the exposure of his trump card made him feel a lack of safety.

He resolved not to leave Thousand Leaves Mountain until he had drawn a third-rank mid-grade talisman.

...

After Xu Ping left, Song Qiwu didn't wish to stay either.

He bowed to Duan Shuang and Gong Yang, "Fellow Daoists, I shall take my leave."

"Safe travels, Fellow Daoist Song!" Duan Shuang and Gong Yang politely returned the gesture.

Watching Song Qiwu's gradually distant figure, Gong Yang couldn't help but sigh, "What a thrilling day."

Recalling the despair when encountering the Golden Core evil entity, he still felt apprehensive.

He had thought he was doomed at that time.

Unexpectedly, Xu Ping suddenly displayed great prowess, using third-rank talismans to obliterate the terrifying Golden Core evil entity.

"Indeed, who would've thought Fellow Daoist Xu quietly drew the third-rank talismans!"

Duan Shuang was also filled with emotion and amazement.

"Now Fellow Daoist Xu is bound to be famous throughout the Wanzhe Waters."

If it weren't for Hu Country's invasion and the turbulent situation, he would probably be famous throughout Yue Country.

The two exchanged a glance and couldn't help but smile.

Xu Ping drawing third-rank talismans was a great fortune for them too.

Not to mention other things, at least they wouldn't have to fear Golden Core evil entities at Purple Bamboo Mountain.

...

...

Half a month later.

At the core site of the third-rank Spirit Vein of the Song family.

"You are saying, Xu Ping drew third-rank talismans and slew a Golden Core evil entity?" The Song family's patriarch stared intently at Song Qiwu, speaking slowly and deliberately.

"Yes!"

Song Qiwu nodded firmly, "It was a kind of Thunder Element third-rank talisman; Xu Ping used two in succession, directly crushing the Golden Core evil entity down to its last breath."

Upon hearing this, the Song family's patriarch showed a complex expression.

He squinted slightly, his mind racing.

The power of such a formidable third-rank talisman would be difficult even for him to easily withstand with his cultivation and strength.

Does this mean that Xu Ping now possesses the terrifying ability to kill him?

Thinking of this, the Song family's patriarch felt a sense of relief.

Fortunately, he chose to reconcile with the other party back then; otherwise, having a third-rank Talisman Master as an enemy, especially a gifted third-rank Talisman Master, would make him restless.

After a moment of silence, the Song family's patriarch quickly regained his usual calm composure and instructed peacefully:

"In the future, you should engage more with this Talisman Master Xu; it would be best to obtain a few third-rank talismans."

"Yes." Song Qiwu nodded respectfully.

"If he refuses, use some subtle means. You've dealt with the family market for many years; I'm sure I don't need to teach you," continued the Song family's patriarch.

"I understand," Song Qiwu smiled faintly.

Subtle means: just playing the sympathy card along with the third-rank Spirit Wood restriction.

Obviously, it wouldn't be wise to forcibly threaten Xu Ping.

"Oh!"

The Song family's patriarch suddenly remembered something, pondered for a moment, and then slowly resumed speaking.

"Spread the word widely that Xu Ping is a third-rank Talisman Master and has slain a Golden Core evil entity; make sure to target the markets controlled by the Shuize Sect."

Upon hearing this, a flash appeared in Song Qiwu's eyes; he immediately understood and bowed in salute:

"Yes! I will follow the patriarch's instructions!"

Although the Shuize Sect was surrounded by several Golden Core Perfection evil entities, there were still quite a few people from the Shuize Sect remaining in the markets it controlled.

From what he knew, there was even a Fake Pill cultivator who also remained in the market.

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