Chapter 287: Chapter 186: Outer Disciple and Encountering Fu Chuan Again

Hu Yue was dead. The surrounding onlookers were all astonished, and the few Evergreen Sect Outer Disciples stared at Lu Yuan, their faces filled with disbelief.

After all, they knew Hu Yue’s strength; so many people had hunted him several times without success.

Of course, the main reason was that his Body Skill was too fast, and he was extremely cunning.

But that shot from Lu Yuan was just too incredible.

At this moment, the female Outer Disciple from the Evergreen Sect didn’t look at Hu Yue’s corpse, but instead fixed her gaze on Lu Yuan.

"It’s rare for someone at the Great Success of Void Breaking to possess such combat strength. Although you practice archery, which has its limits, you’re still quite impressive. Are you interested in joining the Evergreen Sect’s Outer Sect?"

Lu Yuan raised an eyebrow and was about to speak when a middle-aged man said with a smile, "Senior Sister Meng has made you an offer; you should accept it quickly. Outer Disciples receive a stipend of thirty Spirit Crystals every month, and you can even earn Merit Points to exchange for Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures. It’s much better than struggling out here on your own."

The mention of thirty Spirit Crystals didn’t move Lu Yuan, but the Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures were something he desperately needed.

’The main problem is I have no way to buy them. If joining the Evergreen Sect can solve that, it wouldn’t be a bad idea.’

Therefore, he nodded and said, "I am willing."

The female disciple said softly, "Since you are willing, the Merit Points for Hu Yue will be credited to you. What is your name?"

"Lu Yuan."

"Mm, my name is Meng Tong. Take this Token; it’s used to record Merit Points. Don’t lose it."

As she spoke, she produced a bronze-colored Token. After Meng Tong inscribed something in the air a few times, it floated into Lu Yuan’s hand.

It was cool to the touch, and his name was inscribed on it.

"Thank you, Senior Sister."

"I’m in charge of the southern part of the shantytown. Remember to report to number thirty-two Fruitwood Lane tomorrow."

After she finished speaking, she led her people over to Hu Yue.

The middle-aged disciple who had spoken earlier chuckled and said, "I’m Sun Gui. I’ll find you for a drink tomorrow."

After saying that, he followed Meng Tong and departed.

Lu Yuan, for his part, continued toward the tavern.

Just as he reached the entrance, the fat Shopkeeper he had met a few days prior came out to greet him, a fawning smile on his face. "Master Lu, you’ve come to sell your goods again? My humble shop is truly fortunate."

Apparently, the Shopkeeper had witnessed everything that had just happened.

The Shopkeeper’s boss was an Outer Disciple, meaning Lu Yuan was now his equal. They might even become colleagues and friends in the future, so of course, the Shopkeeper wouldn’t dare to be disrespectful.

Lu Yuan didn’t waste any words.

He took out the five Earth Immortal Realm demons. As for the one remaining, enormous wild boar, he planned to take it home to improve the living conditions for his family and for Xiao Gu and the others.

These people had been here for half a year, relying solely on absorbing Spiritual Qi to sustain their bodies.

After so long, they had all become sallow and thin.

Even a burly man like Mangu Tun had become somewhat gaunt.

"They’re all in good condition. The normal price is one Spirit Crystal per head, but since it’s you, Master Lu, I’ll give you two Spirit Crystals for each."

After saying this, he handed ten Spirit Crystals to Lu Yuan.

He took them with a nod and turned to leave.

On the way back, he first stopped at a shop that sold Elixirs and spent one hundred and fifty Spirit Crystals to purchase a bottle of Void-Breaking Pills.

He also bought ten bottles of Spirit Cleansing Pills.

This many Spirit Crystals spent on his family would be enough to support them for the coming month.

He still had thirteen Spirit Crystals left.

Lu Yuan spent one Spirit Crystal to buy ten pounds of Immortal Rice.

Although the energy it contained was not as potent as that of Spirit Crystals, it was exceptionally nourishing for the body.

’If they eat more of this from now on, everyone should recover their strength quickly.’

On the way home, the sky had already darkened. He noticed ghostly figures flitting past along the road.

They carried a faint Demon Qi.

’It seems there really are members of the Demon Race that enter the shantytown at night.’

However, they seemed to sense that Lu Yuan was not to be trifled with, so no demons approached.

"CREAK!"

As the courtyard gate was pushed open.

Lu Yuan saw his mother, the Xiao clanswoman, and Zhou Hongling all standing anxiously under the eaves in the courtyard.

Xiao Gu and the others were also there, each of them holding a weapon.

He was a little surprised. "What’s going on? Why is everyone here?"

Everyone seemed to breathe a sigh of relief upon seeing Lu Yuan return.

Then, Li Qing gave a wry smile. "We heard you went hunting outside the settlement this afternoon. When you hadn’t returned by this late, we were just about to go look for you."

His words warmed Lu Yuan’s heart. He knew just how dangerous it was outside at night.

’There are demons even within the settlement, let alone outside. The world beyond the walls probably becomes the Demon Race’s domain at night.’

’And Xiao Gu and the others were actually going to go out and look for me at this hour.’

’It just shows how worried they were.’

"Something came up today, so I’m back a little late," Lu Yuan said. "It’s good that everyone is here, saves me the trouble of tracking you all down. Quick, help me prepare this." As he spoke, he flipped his palm over.

A huge wild boar appeared in the courtyard.

Its head had been pierced straight through by a feathered arrow.

Obviously a fatal blow.

"Whoa, what a beast! Only Yuan could take down something this big," Li Qing said softly, though he was clearly salivating. "But this is worth a Spirit Crystal. Isn’t it a bit of a waste to just eat it?"

After all, since they arrived here, it hadn’t been easy for any of them to earn Spirit Crystals.

Each of their families struggled to even support two people.

Yet Lu Yuan was supporting a family of five.

One could only imagine the pressure he was under.

"What’s there to waste?" Lu Yuan said. "I already sold what I needed to. This one is for us to improve our standard of living. An animal this big should feed everyone for a few days. Everyone can take fifty pounds each when they go."

"I have some other things, too." After speaking, he took out the Immortal Rice and the wine he had purchased.

Mangu Tun couldn’t hold back any longer, bellowing, "I’ll take care of this beast!"

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