Chapter 323: Chapter 191: Obtained the Soaring Serpent Golden Core Chapter, truly great fortune
It wasn’t long before Red Whale Island quickly heard the news of Sun Hao’s death.
"Good, really good indeed."
"That damn traitor Sun Hao is finally dead."
Acting Island Master Cao Rui was infinitely joyful upon hearing this news.
To be honest, Sun Hao’s betrayal had long been a sore spot for him.
Originally, Sun Hao had been his recruit, who could have anticipated it? Due to his lack of judgment, Sun Hao defected and caused Red Whale Island to lose a considerable amount of Spirit Stone.
This had placed him under immense pressure within the island’s power structure.
If not for his master’s support, he might have been ousted long ago.
Even when Sun Hao defected, the lack of strength on Red Whale Island made it impossible to pursue him.
After all, with the Yiling Island Group being so vast, Sun Hao could hide anywhere, making him impossible to find.
This led to the pursuit of Sun Hao being shelved indefinitely.
However, Sun Hao’s existence brought shame to Red Whale Island, as if he had slapped Red Whale Island square in the face.
This left the cultivators of Red Whale Island infuriated, yet helpless.
But now, Sun Hao unexpectedly died at the hands of a newly arrived Foundation Establishment Cultivator.
For the cultivators on Red Whale Island, this was incredibly good news.
"Who would have guessed that the new Honored Guest Elder was so formidable? Sun Hao and Xie Chang were seasoned Foundation Establishments; all these years, no one had been able to deal with them. Yet, they met their fate at the hands of Fellow Daoist Jiang."
"Isn’t this a matter of course? Our master’s discerning eyes are unmatched."
"The question is, why did Sun Hao and Xie Chang suddenly go to Fire Copper Island?"
"Haha, do we need to ask? They clearly intended to loot Fire Copper Island’s warehouse. Chaos is spreading across the Yiling Island Group with several factions on the brink of war; material prices are skyrocketing, especially with Red Refining Fire Copper being so valuable. Selling it would grant them enough Spirit Stones to advance to Late-stage Foundation Establishment."
"These damned fellows, what do they take Red Whale Island for, a free-for-all robbery target? Luckily, Fellow Daoist Jiang intervened to slay them; otherwise, Red Whale Island would have suffered great losses."
The cultivators of Red Whale Island discussed, feeling immensely relieved.
Yet, at the same time, they felt incredibly frustrated.
When had Red Whale Island been underestimated to this extent?
However, it couldn’t be helped.
After all, with Red Whale Daoist nearing the end of his Lifespan, Red Whale Island hadn’t produced a new Golden Core.
To outsiders, Red Whale Island seemed like a Golden Core Influence on the brink of collapse.
So being underestimated was quite understandable.
But Cao Rui knew the truth.
If Red Whale Daoist were willing, a mere Foundation Establishment Cultivator like Sun Hao would have been negligible.
He would’ve been caught and killed on the spot long ago.
But now, Red Whale Island deliberately lowered other factions’ guard by letting Sun Hao roam free.
This strategy made outsiders think Red Whale Daoist had grown so weak he couldn’t even handle a Foundation Establishment.
Clearly, this was a very effective plan.
In recent years, Red Whale Island has gradually faded from the view of numerous Golden Core Influences, facing fewer targeted attacks.
However, this was something he couldn’t disclose.
"Senior Brother Cao."
"Fellow Daoist Jiang has made such great contributions, so what should we do?"
Someone spoke up to inquire.
Although Red Whale Island is indeed declining, it doesn’t mean it’s poor.
If achievements aren’t rewarded, Red Whale Island would be looked down upon even more.
No other cultivators would be willing to join.
"Quite simple, let him pick a treasure from our Red Whale Island treasure vault."
"I’m sure he will be satisfied."
Cao Rui stated straightforwardly.
While Red Whale Island is indeed waning, even a battered ship has three nails.
Over the years, Red Whale Island’s treasure vault has amassed quite a few treasures.
Honored Guest Elders who have made significant contributions have the privilege to enter and select a treasure.
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Another day passed.
Jiang Fan received the news and immediately hurried from Fire Copper Island to Red Whale Island.
Inside, he remained composed, knowing his Sixth-Grade Opportunity had arrived.
Realizing that not disposing of those two Foundation Establishment cultivators’ bodies was the right choice.
If they had really been disposed of, who would know of his achievements?
Moreover, the Sixth-Grade Opportunity from Red Whale Island would vanish too.
He also learned the identities of those two Foundation Establishment cultivators that day.
No wonder the Fortune-Telling Talisman warned him that letting these two leave would potentially leave hidden dangers.
Clearly, those two Foundation Establishment cultivators were problematic individuals.
If they had succeeded in escaping, given their vengeful nature, Fire Copper Island definitely wouldn’t have had peace, and possibly face their retaliation.
Therefore, he directly killed them, completely removing the potential threat, settling things once and for all.
There would be no further troubles.
"Fellow Daoist Jiang, thank you for slaying the traitor Sun Hao."
"If not for you, we wouldn’t know when we could have found this traitor."
Cao Rui expressed his sentiments.
"Fellow Daoist Cao, you’re too kind. I merely fulfilled my duties."
Jiang Fan smiled slightly.
"In today’s times, there aren’t many who do their duty."
"Alright, I’ll get straight to the point."
"Now, I will take you to Red Whale Island’s treasure vault."
"You can select one treasure from inside."