Chapter 19: Old Devil Han Sends a Team Invitation, Tang San is in Peril!

"Hmph~ A mere bottle of spiritual liquid? It's not like my Douluo World lacks such things. Besides, I have a vast amount of immortal-grade spiritual herbs here. What do you have to compete with me?"

"Han Li, is it? Weren't you trying to humiliate me with that spiritual liquid? Today, I want to see exactly how you intend to do that!"

After posting those several real-life photos, Tang San felt an unprecedented sense of relief, as if the meridians in his body had all been cleared.

After bursting out of the men's restroom earlier, he had originally intended to quiet his mind and cultivate properly to prepare for the upcoming Continental Advanced Spirit Master Academy Elite Tournament.

However, the fact that Han Li hadn't given him any spiritual liquid was like a thorn embedded in his heart, one he could not forget.

In his eyes, Han Li had distributed the spiritual liquid to everyone in the group—even that dimwitted Uzumaki Naruto had a share—yet he alone was excluded. This was a blatant humiliation.

If he didn't reclaim his dignity, he wouldn't be able to focus on his cultivation.

To strike back at Han Li and make him realize how foolish it was to humiliate him, Tang San did not hesitate to bring out the medicinal herbs he had swindled from Dugu Bo.

Although these herbs were leftovers from his time with Dai Mubai and the others, they were nonetheless rare, immortal-grade spiritual herbs.

He believed that once the people in the group saw these items, they would certainly view him in a new light and would never underestimate him again.

[Xiao Yan: These spiritual medicines are indeed good things. My master said that if they were used for alchemy, they might even be able to refine Grade 4 pills.]

Xiao Yan, who held the title of 'Alchemist' in the group, was the first to speak.

Although he detested Tang San, to be fair, the items the latter had produced this time were indeed impressive. At least in Wu Tan City, he had never seen spiritual medicines of this caliber.

Lin Dong, guided by the Sky Demon Mink, also quickly realized the value of these herbs.

However, Lin Dong was a straightforward person. He disliked Tang San, so even if the man produced something truly excellent, he would still respond with disdain.

[Lin Dong: Tsk~ Just some spiritual herbs? Everyone has those. If you've got the guts, show us some powerful cultivation techniques.]

After posting his comment, Lin Dong turned around and called out the Mink. He wanted the Mink to give him some spiritual herbs so he could go back to the group and suppress Tang San.

Upon hearing this, the Mink could only give him a look that said "Get lost!" It had been sleeping inside the Ancestral Symbol and had only recently awakened; where was it supposed to find spiritual herbs for this kid?

Uzumaki Naruto didn't understand what spiritual herbs were, so he simply muted himself, preparing to be a bystander watching the drama unfold.

Wang Lin merely gave a passing glance at the photos Tang San sent and continued playing with Zhou Ru. His current cultivation had reached the middle stage of the Transformation stage; ordinary spiritual herbs and immortal plants were naturally beneath his notice.

Zhu Chen was currently discussing how to obtain mountain treasures with Huo Ling'er, paying no mind to the personal grudge between Tang San and Han Li. However, he believed that if Tang San continued to oppose Han Li, he would certainly meet a bad end. After all, the two were not even on the same intellectual level.

"This Tang San specifically called me out in the group; he seems to have a strong prejudice against me. I wonder what his cultivation level is. In that case, I'll just play along for now..."

Han Li rested his chin in his hand, lost in thought for a moment. Then, with a thought, he decisively took a bottle of spiritual liquid—one that had been diluted countless times—from his storage bag and sent it to Tang San. This diluted liquid was something he used back in the Qi Refining stage to nurture low-level spiritual herbs.

[Han Li: Brother Tang, I was previously short-sighted. I did not realize that you are also a master of nurturing spiritual medicines. This is a small token of my apology; I hope you will accept it.]

"Hehe, now you know my prowess!"

Seeing Han Li back down, the corners of Tang San's mouth curled up into a wide grin as he hurriedly replied in the group.

[Tang San: It's not too late to realize it now. I will accept your items for the time being. However, let me remind you: I didn't send those photos just because I was greedy for your things. I just wanted to tell you that there are always people greater than yourself. Don't think that just because your world is a cultivation world, you are something special. From now on in this group, when you see me, Tang San, keep your head down.]

After sending those words, Tang San felt a twinge of regret. Han Li was, after all, a cultivator from a cultivation world, and his strength was bound to be extraordinary. If he mocked him like this, what if Han Li held a grudge?

"Forget it. I am a God-King who will one day possess dual Godhood. Even if he becomes an Immortal King in the cultivation world, at most, he will be my equal. Why should I fear him?"

A moment later, Tang San snorted coldly, his eyes once again filled with disdain. Han Li's attitude had changed the moment he saw those immortal herbs, which proved that his so-called cultivation world couldn't be all that great. And since he possessed the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, he could continuously cultivate immortal herbs like these. What could the other man possibly use to compete with him?

With this thought, the arrogance in Tang San's heart swelled once more.

He took out the spiritual liquid Han Li had sent and opened the cap to sniff it.

Instantly, a surge of pure soul power erupted, giving him the sensation of his entire body being cleansed by soul liquid.

"It seems the spiritual liquid in Han Li's hands really is a good thing. No wonder that rookie Lin Dong rated it so highly."

Tang San carefully put the bottle away, intending to use it when he eventually needed to break through a bottleneck. Then, he shifted his gaze to his own bottle of Yin-Yang Spring Liquid, a slight smirk playing on his lips. "Although my Yin-Yang Spring Liquid cannot assist in cultivation, it is a highly toxic substance. Its value is no less than his bottle of spiritual liquid."

[Han Li: Brother Tang is absolutely right. There are always people greater than yourself. I was previously blind to your greatness; I hope Brother Tang will not hold a grudge.]

Han Li sent another message. This act of "praising him to death" immediately made Tang San feel even more triumphant.

However, before Tang San could say anything, Han Li sent another message

[Han Li: Brother Tang, I have a request. I wonder if you could lend me a helping hand?]

"Heh~ As expected, he has something to ask of me. It seems he finally realizes my worth..."

Tang San gave a disdainful cold laugh and immediately replied in the group.

[Tang San: I'm not familiar with you. Why should I help you?]

[Han Li: If Brother Tang is willing to help, I am willing to gift you three more bottles of spiritual liquid. Of course, if it is difficult for Brother Tang, then please disregard my request.]

[Xiao Yan: Brother Han, what difficulties have you encountered? Speak up, perhaps I can help you too.]

[Lin Dong: Yeah, we're all brothers here. If I can help, I'll go through fire and water.]

Xiao Yan and Lin Dong had already regarded Han Li as a friend. Seeing him in trouble, they were the first to step forward. However, Han Li politely declined their kindness.

[Han Li: Thank you, Fellow Daoist Xiao and Fellow Daoist Lin. It's just that the place we are going is extremely dangerous. With your current cultivation levels, I fear it would be difficult for you to assist me.]

[Tang San: @Xiao Yan, @Lin Dong, see that? If you want to be a leader in the future, first see if you have the ability. In this world, you rely on strength, not just your big mouth.]

[Lin Dong: Dammit, let's settle this in a duel!]

Lin Dong could no longer tolerate it. This Tang San was even more loathsome than Cai Langtian!

[Tang San: Hehe, a rookie who has only just begun cultivation doesn't even have the qualification to challenge me. Go find somewhere quiet to rest.]

[Xiao Yan: Fuck, I can't take this. Brother Lin Dong, I support you in taking him down!]

[Han Li: Everyone, please do not argue. This matter was caused by me. If you become unhappy because of this, I will become a sinner.]

Seeing Lin Dong and Xiao Yan clashing with Tang San again, Han Li quickly stepped in to mediate. Then, he changed the subject and directly confessed the matter regarding the Ancient Cultivator Ruins to Tang San. He hoped Tang San would lend a hand and go to the ruins with him to seek treasure. As for the reward, in addition to the three bottles of spiritual liquid previously promised, everything found during the trip would be split equally.

Tang San originally had no intention of going. But after arguing with Xiao Yan and Lin Dong, he worried that if he refused Han Li this time, those two might use the matter to make a scene, calling him a coward who had cultivation but no backbone.

Thus, after weighing the pros and cons, he ultimately accepted Han Li's invitation to team up.

[Tang San: I don't care about the things in your ruins; I have plenty of natural treasures myself. But since you are asking so sincerely, I will go with you. However, let's settle this beforehand: when we get the items this time, I get first pick.]

[Han Li: Agreed.]

Han Li agreed to Tang San's demand without hesitation. Then, he took out a transmission talisman from his robes and said softly, "Brother Jin, I have made my decision. I am willing to accompany you all to this Ancient Cultivator's Cave Dwelling."