Chapter 82 – Rewards (1/2)

Chapter 82 – Rewards

“That’s fine with me. If that boy can’t open the fourth pillar, he can get a share of the treasures from our three repositories. He has contributed way more than any of us here. Hell, I would be fine if he gets a larger share than myself!”

“My life was saved by this boy! He generously used three scrolls altogether; three medium-grade scrolls to save us! He can take more off my share if you guys are stingy!”

Everyone expressed their views as they looked at Ye Wei only to see how pale his face had become after hours of effort. His forehead was shiny with sweat, and it was apparent that Ye Wei was tired. It was obvious that cracking the fourth pillar was no easy task.

Nobody disagreed. Everyone was more than happy to share their treasure although some of the cultivators weren’t as vocal. They all knew the reason they were able to come this far.

The runic repositories were now in their possession, and with the oath in place, there was no way that anyone would betray the rest of the group. Because they were in no hurry, everyone sat back down to cultivate, recovering their Qi and will-force while they waited for Ye Wei.

After an hour, everyone could see that Ye Wei was completely exhausted from the way he was standing and trembling. A few of them stood up ready to catch him when he fell.

“If there is no way, you should give up!”

“Little brother, just forget about it… You’ve tried your best; we can see it, and you know it. We will give you double from our treasure! Please don’t hurt yourself!” People were walking up to Ye Wei to show their concern. They couldn’t take their eyes off his shaky body.

“Open!!” People were about to help Ye Wei down and force him to rest, but he suddenly opened his eyes and howled.

Crack, crack, crack!

As Ye Wei’s howl echoed in the chamber, the fourth crystal pillar vibrated vigorously. Suddenly a small crack appeared on it. Through the crack on the pillar, Ye Wei could see something shiny. He slowly exhaled with a mild smile on his face. He then put his trembling hand through the crack and grabbed the runic repository.

“Sorry, I’ve made you guys wait again!” Ye Wei’s face was ashen as he looked at everyone’s caring expression and apologized sincerely.

“Let’s split them!” Hong Xun announced. He and everyone else was happy that Ye Wei managed to crack the fourth pillar open. They were relieved that he was okay. Nobody cared if that meant they would have a larger share.

“Wohoo! Let’s share the treasures!”

“This trip was worth the risk and the wait!”

With everyone’s eyes on him, Hong Xun grunted and channeled his Qi. One by one he opened all three runic repositories, and all of a sudden the small runes expanded rapidly and opened up. They shone blindingly across the whole chamber, pieces of treasures appeared before them, and after a brief look, he estimated there were at least hundred pieces of treasures in each repository! That included manuscripts on different stances, cultivating formulas, mystic scrolls that glowed black, valuable metals, and rare pills.

The impressive collection of treasures shocked everyone deeply. They couldn’t speak or move their eyes away from the massive pile of treasure.

Just when Hong Xun was about to start dividing up the treasures, Lu Chao slowly walked towards the other cultivators.

“I will take my share! I don’t want much, just one piece!” Lu Chao’s greedy eyes moved towards the sparkling treasures.

“Count you in? Why?!” Hong Xun, Xue Yao, and the rest started chuckling as if they just heard the most ridiculous joke.

“Lu Chao, what is your skin made of? It’s so thick I almost find it impressive! You should consider yourself lucky that we did not kill you! Why on earth would you expect a share?”

“Back off! Or we will attack!”

“How dare you even think about getting anything? How have you contributed? By trying to kill us?”

“Take your hands off the treasures, otherwise…” Lu Chao’s eyes were completely red because of the few hundred pieces of treasure right in front of him. The temptation was driving him crazy, he just wanted something, even if it was just one item.

When Ye Wei opened this chamber, Lu Chao tore a scroll. It was not a medium-grade scroll, but the stance within was a rare forbidden stance worth a ridiculous amount. Having used a Mystic scroll, he was determined to get something back for what he invested. If he ended up not even getting one item, he wouldn’t be able to live with himself.

“I know you guys took an oath, but I, Lu Chao, would like to see if you really have the balls to fight me. I have four scrolls here; I can kill at least fifty of you. If nothing else I can at least say I tried to obtain some treasure!”

“Whoever I attack will surely die!” Lu Chao’s face was twisted, and his crazy red eyes swept across the chamber. He wanted a part of the treasure so much he was ready to die trying!

Hearing what Lu Chao said, everyone’s face darkened. They stared at him and the four scrolls in his hand. Even if they work together to bring him down casualties are unavoidable!

“Shameless!”

Xue Yao was furious. Her face was pale with anger, and she wanted nothing more than to turn Lu Chao into dust.

“Well, I think it’s better to have one less thing to worry about. I’d rather have him keep quiet instead of constantly threatening us! Even if he does get a share, someone would probably kill him on the way out, and we can just take it back then.” Someone in the crowd sighed and said loudly in a reluctant tone.

Just as they were about to give Lu Chao an item under the pressure, Ye Wei slowly stepped forward.

“You think you’re worthy? Ye Wei looked straight into Lu Chao’s eyes as he spoke in a cold tone.

Everyone paused and looked at Ye Wei.

Hong Xun also looked at Ye Wei, and he shook his head signaling him to stand down. If Lu Chao wanted something, he could have it. There were plenty of treasures to go around, and even if everyone took an item, there would still be plenty more. Just one item was not a heavy price to pay if that meant everyone would be able to leave safely. They could find another chance to get rid of Lu Chao in the future and avenge the innocent lives he took.