Chapter 1971: maneuverings and deceit

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Deceiving the Chief in the Village of Elemental Plants,

Scypher eavesdrops on the conversations between Xian Xi and the gods of Azure Mist Mountain. Xian Xi had promised to lure Scypher out after the grand competition so that the gods of Azure Mist Mountain could kill him.

Xian Xi has a clean-cut appearance and appears very scholarly, unlike someone who would do evil deeds. However, he is exactly such a person, conspiring with other forces to kill members of his own faction.

Scypher was surprised to encounter Xian Xi here, causing him to develop murderous intent.

Although the ancient forest at night is very dark, Scypher and Xian Xi are gods, able to see clearly despite the darkness.

"Esteemed brother, I assume you just left the Village of Elemental Plants. So did I!" Xian Xi smiles gently, appearing very friendly, but Scypher knows that he is a dangerous man hiding his intentions behind his smile.

Scypher also returns the smile, "Indeed. May I ask where you're from"

Xian Xi approaches Scypher, and seeing his lack of friendliness towards him, he relaxes his guard. He smiles, "I'm from the Temple of Six Paths. Brother, where are you from"

Scypher chuckles inwardly, knowing that Xian Xi is actually from the Supreme God Temple. He pretends to be surprised when he says, "Really It's not often I meet disciples of the Temple of Six Paths. Since you're new to this world, please don't deceive me!"

Xian Xi smiles calmly, "I assure you it's true. I'm a legitimate disciple of the Temple of Six Paths and never deceive people! Brother, judging by your skills, you must come from a powerful faction. May I know which one"

"I'm from the Supreme God Temple!" Scypher doesn't hide his identity, boldly saying his name, "My name is Scypher, and I'm from the Alchemy Hall of the Supreme God Temple. Just joined recently, not very familiar with the Temple of Six Paths but quite interested. Well now that I've met a young friend from your temple, I can learn more about it!"

Xian Xi is stunned. He was considering how to befriend Scypher after returning to the Supreme God Temple and then lure him out to kill him, but now Scypher is right in front of him.

Scypher has changed his appearance; otherwise, Xian Xi would have recognized Scypher immediately. He's seen a picture of him in the Supreme God Temple, but he didn't expect Scypher to be so inexperienced as to casually tell a stranger his name and background!

Scypher is intentionally revealing this information, just to embarrass Xian Xi and see how he would try to trick him out of the Temple for others to kill!

Just when Scypher is feeling pleased with himself, Xian Xi's next words make him curse inwardly.

"So you're Scypher Brother, I've heard of your name! Let me tell you, I'm actually from the Supreme God Temple, and I'm a member of Hall Three! When I claimed to be from the Temple of Six Paths, it was for protection because people in this area aren't very friendly towards our temple! Please forgive me if I've offended you!" Xian Xi quickly adds a smile.

Xian Xi's skin is indeed thick, but Scypher isn't surprised. Such qualities are expected from someone like Xian Xi, a cunning person.

"So you're a young disciple from Hall Three, I've heard the head of our hall mention you! Meeting you today confirms that your reputation is well-deserved, graceful and elegant!" Scypher smiles, "Xian Xi Brother says that's true. You must be cautious when you're out. I was rather careless just now, should have revealed my true name and background directly! Thank you for reminding me."

Xian Xi doesn't know if Scypher is telling the truth or lying, but he's aware that when he heard about Scypher from the gods of Azure Mist Mountain, Scypher was revealed to have shouted out his name when taking those blue divine flowers. So Xian Xi thinks Scypher might be rather showy.

"Scypher Brother, where are you going now Are you planning to return to the Supreme God Temple" Xian Xi hopes Scypher returns to the Supreme God Temple so he can quickly implement his plan to lure him out and have the gods of Azure Mist Mountain kill him.

"I was planning to go back, but I heard there's a divine fruit nearby. It's said to be of upper quality and very valuable, so I'm going to look for it before returning!" Scypher says.

Hearing the term "upper quality", Xian Xi's eyes light up, and Scypher catches this in the dark. Seeing this opportunity to trap him, Xian Xi feels amused.

Xian Xi suddenly turns serious, "Scypher Brother, are you sure this information is accurate Who told you"

"I got it from a young man in the village, he said so. Anyway, I believe him!" Scypher says.

Scypher understands the village is full of wood-element fairies, who can sense the location of divine plants. He believes Scypher's information might be true, though it could just as well be a trick since finding such fruit isn't easy.

He then has an idea, "Scypher Brother, you might be tricked. The villagers can tell where the divine plants are, but they also sell those locations multiple times! How about I help you look for it Let me know the specifics, and we can split whatever we find three ways to seven"

Scypher hears Xian Xi's demand and realizes his intentions. He isn't trying to create a fake upper quality divine fruit but searching for an opportunity to catch him in a trap.

Scypher agrees, "Okay!"

Scypher then says some things that are mostly lies, but he has Moon teaching him the details. Moon knows a lot about divine plants, only by doing this can he deceive Xian Xi.

Xian Xi pretends to be very serious after listening, then gives Scypher an amulet. "Scypher Brother, keep this. If I find the fruit, I'll inform you! Either way, we'll split it three ways to seven"

Scypher nods, taking the communication amulet and says, "No problem. Thank you for your help if I find anything!"

Xian Xi smiles, slapping Scypher's shoulder. "Don't stray too far from this forest area, otherwise you might deviate from where I said and lose contact!"

Scypher pretends to be inexperienced, nodding heavily.assed it to Shen Xiang. He took the whole piece with his hand, put it in his mouth and then sat next to the table.“Do you have any news” Shen Xiang asked, chewing on the roasted meat.“Good news and ba...