My Cultivation Starting from Archery

"I am not trying to use this opportunity to ask for more wealth from you, Daoist friend, but in recent years, I have been stuck at a cultivation bottleneck, making it really hard to achieve a breakthrough. I hope you can understand,"

Qu Lingchuan explained briefly, then transmitted his voice: "I also would like two Breakthrough Pills, plus at least two kinds of spiritual artifacts for Core Formation, and..."

He continued to list many highly valuable Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures.

"..."

Even Chen Sansi felt quite the pinch.

Moreover, some of the items, he didn't have at all for now.

"Mr. Xiao?"

Seeing him hesitating, Qu Lingchuan acted as if to leave: "In that case, I won't make things difficult for you, but you can be assured that I won't lightly disclose the matter you've asked me about."

"Brother Qu, hold on."

Chen Sansi called him back, transmitting his voice: "Most of the things you mentioned, even if I don't have them, I can find ways to procure for Brother Qu. However, for the two kinds of spiritual artifacts for Core Formation, I only have this one 'Fire Lingzhi' for now, and even if I'm willing to spend Spirit Stones, I might not be able to purchase more."

The Fire Lingzhi.

It was a trophy he obtained after annihilating the disciples of the Guiyuan Sect, sufficient for two people to use, but any more, he truly had none.

A single Foundation Establishment Pill is enough for low-level Loose Cultivators to fight to the death, so a spiritual artifact that enhances the success rate of Core Formation is naturally priceless and in high demand.

"It seems Mr. Xiao truly possesses spiritual artifacts for Core Formation."

Qu Lingchuan marveled internally once again, envying the luck of the other party.

He continued: "I feel that my conditions aren't unreasonable. After all, agreeing to work for you is akin to courting the world's greatest disdain, leaving me with no footing in the cultivation world thereafter."

"How about this."

After deliberation, Chen Sansi offered another proposal: "As long as Brother Qu nods in agreement, the Fire Lingzhi can be yours now. As for the other spiritual artifact for Core Formation, I can promise that if I obtain it, you'll be given priority. How about that?"

"Very well."

Qu Lingchuan agreed: "But words alone can't be trusted, why not make a Heavenly Dao oath, so I can proceed without concerns?"

Heavenly Dao oath!

The so-called Heavenly Dao oath is actually akin to a "contract."

Once committed, failing to uphold it in the future would affect the oath-maker's state of mind, greatly increasing the risk of demonic possession during a breakthrough.

Such oaths are usually made mutually by both parties in a transaction. If only one party swears and not out of their volition, it's often a "requirement" from the superior to the subordinate.

The teleportation array at Daze Fang City concerns the survival of the entire Eastern Continent.

Chen Sansi had no other choice.

Moreover, he had always been true to his word, and since the other party insisted, he had no choice but to comply.

However, just when he was about to make the oath, Dongfang Jingxing, who had been guarding the door of the private room, burst in abruptly.

"Isn't this Daoist friend surnamed Qu asking for a bit too much?"

Dongfang Jingxing said bluntly: "My senior brother Xiao has already agreed to offer you something you might not even get risking your life for, and my senior brother Xiao keeps his word, so why force him?"

"Hiss~"

Qu Lingchuan looked up and down at the eunuch: "This young brother's words aren't right. I just want a guarantee, is that wrong?"

"Junior brother."

Chen Sansi scolded: "You have no place to speak here."

"Alright, insisting on swearing, huh?"

Ignoring the obstruction, Dongfang Jingxing said: "I will swear on behalf of my senior brother!"

He knew that once the Emperor spoke, it was a done deal, but this was different from making a Heavenly Dao oath.

An ordinary promise just means doing one's best, but once sworn, it's as if a stone weighs on one's chest, and unable to fulfill it means a perennial feeling of indebtedness.

"I, Dongfang Jingxing, swear upon the sun, moon, mountains, rivers, and the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth..."

Before others could react, Dongfang Jingxing quickly formed seals and loudly made a vicious oath towards the sky outside the window.

"This..."

Qu Lingchuan was visibly surprised by the resolute action of the young man.

"Daoist Qu."

Dongfang Jingxing squinted: "Is this enough or not?!"

"Hehe~"

Qu Lingchuan calculated internally.

This kid being willing to swear a Heavenly Dao oath for Xiao Feng shows their close relationship, which should be enough.

If he insists forcefully, it might backfire.

With that thought, Qu Lingchuan said: "It's enough, certainly enough."

He turned his gaze to the side, "Daoist Xiao Feng, from now on, Qu will follow your instructions, just let me know what needs doing."

Looking at Little Bamboo, Chen Sansi put aside his thoughts and merely responded to Qu's inquiry: "For now, there's nothing to do. Daoist Qu just needs to guard near the teleportation array and activate it when I need it."

"Alright."

Qu Lingchuan nodded with understanding: "I will remember. In that case, I will head back and await Mr. Xiao's notice."

"Hold on!"

Dongfang Jingxing stopped him: "Daoist Qu, I just swore an oath. Shouldn't you do the same? Otherwise, who knows if you'll switch allegiance midway?"

"..."

Qu Lingchuan was taken aback, then said with a forced smile: "Of course."

He then took a Heavenly Dao oath, promising to open the teleportation array in the future, only then was he allowed to leave.

"Brother Deng, Miss Zi Nan."

Chen Sansi turned to the two: "I wonder if the two of you would be willing to collaborate with me again, and I mean a long-term collaboration."