Chapter 1193: Chapter 635: [Walking Across the Heavens]_2

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Outside the medical repair cabin, Zhang Lingxuan’s expression changes were fully captured by Song Chi, and the corners of his mouth slightly raised, clearly in a good mood.

This was his plan, first through healing the other’s injuries that were nearly halfway into the gate of hell, deeply engraving his omnipotent and formidable means into the other’s heart, leaving this Luofu Sword Sect Master with no doubts about his identity as the [Ruins Market Lord] that towers across the Endless Star Sea.

Then, by highlighting the unknown forces that brought about the downfall of the Immortal Realm Civilization, he caused fear to arise while subtly revealing his deep interest in the Immortal Domain Continent Ruins.

Under this layer-by-layer guidance, as expected, the reaction of this Luofu Sword Sect Master evolved perfectly according to his plan.

Finally, after deliberating for a long time in his heart, Zhang Lingxuan spoke again.

"Your Lordship, this time you rescued my Luofu Sword Sect from dire straits. Without your intervention, under the gaze of other forces on the Primordial Continent, Luofu Sword Sect would surely not have survived. Here, Zhang Lingxuan, on behalf of all the disciples of the Sword Sect, expresses sincere gratitude to your lordship."

Of course, this was just an introduction, after saying these formalities, Zhang Lingxuan changed his tone:

"Your Lordship, since you are interested in the Immortal Domain Continent Ruins, my Luofu Sword Sect is willing to serve!"

After saying this, Zhang Lingxuan stopped speaking, his gaze deep, his expression calm, showing no changes in emotion.

But this was only for other beings, not including Song Chi.

Under the blessing of the Eighth Rank Dominator power of the market, coupled with possessing double pupils, even if Zhang Lingxuan concealed it well, Song Chi clearly captured the fleeting excitement deep in his eyes along with entwined worry.

Additionally, the rapidly beating heart within also silently spoke of his inner excitement.

Without a doubt, Song Chi succeeded, the opposite party brought up this matter proactively.

Prior to this, he had considered forcibly enslaving Zhou Ping multiple times, as long as he completed the enslavement with the [Master-Servant Contract], he could easily use Zhou Ping as a focal point to extend his reach into the Immortal Domain Continent Ruins.

However, by doing so, the persona he meticulously crafted over centuries as the [Ruins Market Lord] would inevitably have loopholes, even if Zhou Ping didn’t say anything, the Luofu Sword Sect’s high-ups might not be unaware, coupled with the [Divine Country Mission Platform]’s "Divine Country Teleportation" channel, it would inevitably spread over time.

This was also why he had been hesitating to take action.

Now with the Luofu Sword Sect Master bringing it up, the situation is completely different. Not only will it not affect the identity of the [Ruins Market Lord], crucially, it also provides an opportunity to take the first step toward the coveted Immortal Domain Continent Ruins.

Song Chi thought carefully for a while and then gave two choices.

[I indeed have quite an interest in that Immortal Domain Continent, thus, two choices, you may choose one:]

[One: Become an [Across Heavens Walker] under my command, this requires signing a [Walking Contract], pledging eternal loyalty to me with your soul. As a reward, you will receive a permanently valid [Ruins Market Projection Rank], should you face life-threatening danger, you may seek the Ruins Market’s protection at any time, summon the market projection against enemies, and if you perform well enough in the future, there’s a chance to receive higher-level market tokens. Moreover, this does not conflict with your development of the Luofu Sword Sect and nurturing your own wings.]

[Two: No need to sign any contract, exchange for a [Ruins Market Projection Rank] within the market rules. Should you choose this, you won’t be able to obtain higher-level market tokens in the future, and if a crisis of excessively high intensity arises, whether I choose to respond or refuse the summon depends on the circumstances!]

In keeping with Song Chi’s own wishes, he very much wanted to only list one option, directly canceling the second choice, but to maintain his persona, clearly, he couldn’t actually do that.

Back in the medical repair cabin, Zhang Lingxuan’s eyes flickered and he didn’t immediately give a choice.

Evidently, these two options left him a bit troubled.

Song Chi naturally would not rush him, for what would an out-of-this-world existence care so much about the choice of a mere Sixth Rank being?

What he wanted to demonstrate now was complete indifference, to make Zhang Lingxuan mistakenly believe that there are so many [Across Heavens Walker] under his command that he doesn’t care about having one more or less.

After pondering for a long time, Zhang Lingxuan finally made up his mind.

"Luofu Lingxuan is willing to serve as an [Across Heavens Walker] under your lordship!"

[Not bad!]

A short phrase echoed in Zhang Lingxuan’s mind, causing him a subtle joy in his heart.

However, what he didn’t know was that at this moment, Song Chi’s figure within the Heavenly Ruins Cang Qiong suddenly disappeared.

In the outer world, Flame Snake River System, Song Family Fleet Cluster.

Song Chi’s figure suddenly appeared inside a regular "Battle Axe-class" destroyer starship controlled by several thousand clan members. As soon as he appeared, he immediately contacted the [Fiery Flame Boiling Sea].

"Big brother, let me borrow your [Flame Contract]!"

Song Yan didn’t ask much, quickly sending over the undamaged [Flame Contract].

There are actually two similar components in the Heavenly Ruins Cang Qiong, namely the [Master-Servant Contract] and the [Oath Pact].

However, the [Master-Servant Contract] is only silver, and the [Oath Pact] is of lower quality, merely red. Although both are sufficient to work on the Sixth Rank Zhang Lingxuan, they are also easy to break free from. In comparison, the golden [Flame Contract] is more secure.

After this, Song Chi returned to the Zhu Tian Ruins Market, using the [Flame Contract] as a basis to draft a [Walking Contract] himself.

As for the content of the contract, he didn’t add any life-and-death clauses, but focused only on two points: loyalty to the [Ruins Market Lord] and loyalty to the [Ruins Market].

Once Zhang Lingxuan voluntarily completed the contract signing, although he wasn’t released from the medical repair cabin, a [Ruins Market Projection Rank] was sent into his hand.

Despite some reluctance, it was necessary for the Immortal Domain Continent of the Star Continent level.

In addition, a Hei Shi, condensed from the [Void Sea Projection Emperor Tomb], was also sent along into Zhang Lingxuan’s hand.

[Keep these two items well, especially that Hei Shi, when you next enter the Immortal Domain Continent Ruins, remember to directly activate it with the spiritual power in your body. At that time, I will use it as a medium to send troops to explore that Immortal Domain Continent.]

After giving these instructions, Song Chi added one last sentence:

[Half a month later, the next Ruins Market trade will commence, and by then you can return to the Primordial Continent yourself.]

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Half a month later, when the market trade reopened, Zhou Ping naturally came immediately, and upon seeing his fully recovered Sect Master, the excitement in his eyes was unmistakable.

During this period, the Luofu Sword Sect had been under considerable pressure; those True Immortals who had successfully ascended to the Seventh Rank were restricted and found it difficult to return to the Primordial Continent, but there were plenty of Returning to Void cultivators from all major forces.

To relieve this pressure on the sect, a Divinity Transformation elder attempted to impact the Returning to Void stage; however, they found it very difficult to return to the Primordial Continent, and thus the atmosphere within the Luofu Sword Sect had reached its lowest point recently. If no one came forward to take charge, it would have been devastating news.

In addition to Zhou Ping, the shock in the hearts of other regular guests of the Ruins Market was no less. If it was said that Zhou Ping had already witnessed it, and the Luofu Sword Sect Master himself was almost halfway into the gate of hell, could even he be saved?

Having witnessed this firsthand, many from the Alien Race were equally shocked. If indeed this were true, they would implore the Ruins Market Lord to intervene at all costs should they face a crisis of excessive intensity in the future.

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