Chapter 502: Chapter 502

"Brother Lin, what do you think about the size of this immortal vein? If it turns out to be an ancestral vein, then we’ve truly struck gold."

Qin Yang was brimming with excitement, eagerly anticipating what they’d soon uncover. Of course, he had no doubt about Lin Fan’s words—if Brother Lin said it was here, then it was undoubtedly here. If anyone dared say otherwise, he wouldn’t hesitate to bash their head open.

What nonsense is that?

Don’t you see who said it exists? That’s my Brother Lin!

The Earth Escape Technique was something Lin Fan had acquired in the Immortal Realm. He could navigate the underground as though it was a desolate plain. However, it consumed a significant amount of mana, and as they delved deeper, the soil and rock became exceptionally dense.

If the mana couldn’t sustain them, they’d risk being trapped underground and crushed by the stones.

The temperature rose significantly, the air saturated with an oppressive heat.

They’d reached a subterranean chamber, though not the planet’s core. How deep the Immortal Realm’s core runs, no one knows, and those who’ve been there wouldn’t speak openly about it.

Molten lava flowed endlessly, painting the surroundings in fiery red.

"This place is pretty interesting, huh?"

Qin Yang surveyed the environment. He had never descended to such depths before, as this kind of exploration drained mana to an extreme. If it weren’t for Brother Lin’s abundant mana reserves, ordinary cultivators wouldn’t be able to achieve this.

Xiang Fei scrutinized their surroundings before his gaze locked onto the rock wall—a large, translucent jade embedded in it shimmered impressively.

"The immortal vein is right there."

Lin Fan leapt forward, lightly touching his foot to a rock surrounded by magma, reaching the wall where the immortal vein was embedded. He gently traced it with his fingers.

"Excellent quality. Though it’s not an ancestral vein, it’s still not bad—more than sufficient for our cultivation needs."

Qin Yang, as a descendant of the Immortal Venerable’s bloodline, had seen his share of priceless treasures. However, he had never encountered an immortal vein in his life. Nowadays, the remaining immortal veins were hidden deep underground, monopolized by major factions and sacred lands, only mined when necessary.

"Brother Lin, your judgment is truly razor-sharp. Those two fools were fighting over an immortal herb just now, completely unaware of the real treasure lying hidden here."

"If that old man knew about this, he’d probably cough up blood!"

Qin Yang laughed sinisterly. He relished seeing others driven to despair yet utterly powerless. For original chapters go to noveⅼfire.net

"You’re onto something there!" Lin Fan’s eyes gleamed as he released the old green monster. Previously trapped in the Universe Tripod, the old monster had spent some time mingling with Lin Fan’s recently raised group of piglets, gaining enough information to understand the situation.

The scene shifted before his eyes, landing him in unfamiliar terrain.

But that was of little importance at the moment.

He bellowed furiously, "You insolent brats, do you even know who I am? How dare you imprison me! Release me at once, and I might spare you my wrath!"

"Friend, calm down for a moment and take a look at this object before you. What do you think it is?" Lin Fan asked.

Patience is key; rushing things would lead nowhere.

Better to let him observe first.

Qin Yang fought hard to suppress his laughter. He was already imagining the old monster’s reaction and was certain he’d end up spewing blood.

Xiang Fei shook his head helplessly.

They’re playful, too playful.

The old green monster initially intended to trade words with Lin Fan but grew curious upon hearing Lin Fan’s remark. His gaze shifted to the object before them, and his eyes widened in astonishment. His breathing quickened.

"An immortal vein. It’s an immortal vein! A wild one, untouched by anyone. Where is this place?"

The sight of the vein dyed his eyes red.

This was a true treasure.

He mulled over why they’d freed him and shown him the immortal vein.

Something must be amiss.

Could it be... they realized the enormity of their offense against him and were now attempting to appease him by offering up the vein?

The more he thought about it, the more plausible it seemed.

Otherwise, he couldn’t think of any other explanation.

"Hahaha..." The old green monster laughed. "Good, very good. Since you’ve presented such sincerity, I won’t hold it against you."

Lin Fan blinked blankly.

It felt like the old monster had completely misunderstood something.

"My friend, I think you may have misunderstood. I released you simply to tell you that you and that other fellow were fighting over an immortal herb, but did you know the immortal vein lies beneath that very herb?"

"If you had ceded the herb earlier, perhaps this vein would be yours now."

"We were just inviting you to share in our joy—nothing more, nothing less."

Lin Fan grinned. He was always wary of people overthinking things, and the old monster was clearly the type who did—so much so that it instilled a sense of dread.

Perhaps this was the legendary "thinking one is more important than they really are."

The old green monster’s eyes bulged. The immortal vein lay just beneath the herb?

He stared at Lin Fan, a wave of regret and anguish rising in his heart. The feeling tormented him so acutely that his blood surged uncontrollably. Gripping his chest, he spat out a mouthful of blood.

Lin Fan quickly swept the old monster back into the Universe Tripod.

"Ah, his mentality is just too fragile. He really coughed up blood." Lin Fan remarked with a laugh.

"Hahaha." Qin Yang burst out laughing. "Brother Lin, we truly know how to drive people to their breaking point. Too bad for him; the vein isn’t his. All he can do is watch helplessly."

Inside the Universe Tripod, the old green monster was utterly consumed by regret. "My immortal vein... That should have been mine..."

A few piglets nearby stared at the old monster in fear. They couldn’t help but feel that his mental state was somewhat unstable.

He left for just a while and returned ? He must’ve suffered an unimaginably devastating blow—it was terrifying.

Xiang Fei was at a loss for words. If anything could be said, it was that Brother Lin and Qin Yang were too cruel. They’d already subdued the man but still made sure to crush his spirit so thoroughly.

"Start digging. We’ll take the vein." Lin Fan ordered as his ten fingers shone with golden light, clawing at the rock wall near the vein with precision.

Qin Yang wasted no time and joined the excavation efforts.

Xiang Fei, too, couldn’t resist the allure of the vein. He could confidently say that the treasures he’d encountered recently were ones he couldn’t match in his lifetime.

Ever since he began traveling with Brother Lin and Qin Yang, his luck had been extraordinary.

Nearby lava rippled in response to their activity, stirring fiery waves—something Lin Fan promptly suppressed. The lava had no business causing waves; it should just lie quietly in place.

"Stay focused. Our fortune is impeccable. Discovering a treasure right after arriving at the Southern Ridge signals this area as our lucky ground, and we’re bound to accomplish great things here." Lin Fan said.

Qin Yang and Xiang Fei dug furiously.

The biggest concern in moments like these was someone suddenly showing up—it’d be an absolute headache.

Fortunately, they were deep underground, where the odds of being discovered were minimal.

The subterranean sounds echoed around them, though their position was so deep that detection would be unlikely.

Under the azure sky, a man flew atop an Immortal Sword. His eyes were sharp and piercing, gazing far into the distance. His aura was overwhelming, and as he traversed the heavens, his presence resembled a blade, slashing through the void.

He noticed something unusual below and halted, turning his attention downward.

The ground vibrated faintly.

Though the quakes were minor, keen observation revealed they originated from deep below.

"Could there be something underground?"

He saw cracks forming in the earth. Thin streaks of immortal energy seeped out.

"Something’s not right."

With a flash, he transformed into a streak of light and rushed downward, performing sword techniques that caused his Immortal Sword to rapidly spin and pierce into the ground.

Lin Fan and his companions realized the immortal vein extended deeper than expected. They initially thought it had a finite end, but to their surprise, it kept stretching further.

The vein held the promise of monumental wealth.

As they continued digging, the surrounding immortal energy grew increasingly dense.

Lin Fan and the others paused in their tracks, alarmed. Despite drilling so deep, someone had managed to discover them. How overly perceptive were these people, really?

The middle-aged man gazed at the massive immortal vein, hardly containing his excitement—as though encountering an unimaginable fortune.

He also caught sight of the three men excavating it.

"Fellow cultivators, treasures belong to all who find them. Shall we split this evenly?" the man asked.

Qin Yang took a deep breath and turned to respond, "Are you dreaming?"

"Dreaming? No, fellow cultivators, perhaps you are unaware. In Southern Ridge, the rule is that all who discover a treasure share in its bounty. Given the immense size of this vein, an extra person taking a share wouldn’t matter much. Might as well build goodwill—it could make future dealings in Southern Ridge smoother for you." The man spoke confidently.

"Get lost." Qin Yang snapped angrily. "How shameless can you be? We’ve spent ages excavating here, and now some random fool appears, demanding a share of the vein. Is your head too big for reasoning? No, wait, it’s not even big enough! Get out of here while we’re still willing to ignore you. Run as far as you can!"

Lin Fan and Xiang Fei ignored the man.

They left it to Qin Yang.

Their priority remained excavating the vein.

Lin Fan gave the man’s cultivation a glance. It was decent, but ultimately not worth his concern.

If the man insisted on rudeness...

They’d suppress him with sheer force.

"The vein is nearly fully unearthed. Once complete, we’ll take it away. Speed things up—better safe than sorry." Lin Fan suggested.

Xiang Fei agreed. "True, the vibrations from digging have been spreading along the cracks, allowing the immortal energy to leak out. If anyone else passes through, they’d undoubtedly notice it."

"Let’s finish this quickly to prevent unforeseen troubles."

Qin Yang roared, "Are you leaving or not? If you don’t leave now, don’t blame me for asking Brother Lin to deal with you properly!"

"Heh." The man chuckled, Immortal Sword swirling around him as his aura intensified. "Leave? Yes, there will be departures—but it’ll be the three of you departing instead."

A sharp surge of sword intent erupted from the man’s body, tearing through layers of earth and reaching the heavenly vault above.

He couldn’t claim the entire vein himself.

But he was determined to secure his portion.