C39 Scarlet Crescent Treasure

Confiscating the Qin family's assets?" They were all taken aback, realizing they had completely overlooked this detail.

The Qin family, as one of the Three Great Overlords of Martial Sun City, boasted a history spanning over a century and possessed a wealth of resources. It was no surprise, then, that they suspected the Qin family's mansion was filled with valuable items.

"Exactly, let's proceed with confiscating the Qin family's property." Qiao Shen said with a sly grin, leading the Black Shadow Guard Team to carry out the task. Eventually, they brought everything out into the courtyard.

The sight of the amassed Spirit Coins, Celestial Materials and Earthly Treasures, and weapons was staggering, even to Qiao Mao. He couldn't resist approaching the pile to scrutinize the items, searching for anything that might be of use to him.

After selecting some beneficial herbs, Qiao Mao's attention was drawn to a black brocade box nestled among the treasures. The box was modest in size, measuring roughly twenty centimeters in length and ten centimeters in width, adorned with ancient patterns that suggested it was at least five hundred years old.

"Why does this look so familiar?" Qiao Mao mused, furrowing his brow as he picked up the box for a closer look. It felt eerily recognizable, as if he had encountered it before.

Qiao Shen and Zhang Tianbei, equally intrigued, joined him. But upon seeing the box, Zhang Tianbei gasped, "This is the Red Moon treasure."

"The Red Moon treasure?" Qiao Mao was taken aback, never expecting to stumble upon an artifact belonging to the Red Moon Blade Lord among the Qin family's possessions.

The Red Moon Blade Lord was a formidable figure in the Fire Crow Country five centuries ago. His renown may not have reached the heights of the Sovereign Arrow God, but his prowess was reputed to be even more formidable.

Moreover, the Red Moon Blade Lord's rise to power began in Black Blood City, not far from Martial Sun City, where he achieved remarkable military feats in South Sun County. He vanquished numerous prodigies and ultimately secured a place on the Sovereign Rank of the Fire Crow Country.

"So this belongs to the Red Moon Blade Lord, no wonder it feels so familiar," Qiao Mao realized, a spark of recognition in his eyes. Upon inspecting the bottom of the box, he discovered a crimson blood moon emblem—the unmistakable mark of the Red Moon Blade Lord.

In his past life, Qiao Mao had come into possession of a battle saber once wielded by the Red Moon Blade Lord in the Fire Crow Imperial Capital. With this weapon, he had slain numerous warriors from the Nether Clan.

"I've heard some tales about the Red Moon Blade Lord. After he departed from the Fire Crow Empire, he ventured into the Nether Domain and unleashed a great slaughter," Qiao Shen remarked, his eyes brimming with admiration.

Qiao Mao, having lived over two centuries in his previous life, was well-versed and knowledgeable. He too had heard about the Red Moon Blade Lord's bloody campaign in the Nether Domain, so he was certain Qiao Shen's words were accurate.

"The Nether Domain is a truly fearsome place!" The very thought of the Nether Domain ignited a surge of battle intent within Qiao Mao.

The Nether Domain was a battlefield where countless formidable individuals made their names and ultimately ascended to the pinnacle of power. At the same time, innumerable warriors met their demise there, their legacies buried with them.

"Let's open this box quickly and see what's inside!" Zhang Tianbei, unable to contain his excitement, urged them to open the brocade box without delay.

Qiao Mao nodded emphatically, his breath quickening in anticipation.

Despite having been a master of the Heaven Connecting Stage and standing at the zenith of the world in his previous life, Qiao Mao was now reborn with diminished strength. He was in dire need of empowerment and held high hopes for the contents of the brocade box.

"What's this? Inside are three black pills and a torn map?"

These pills were unlike any ordinary pills. They were not only black but also devoid of any scent, giving them an eerie appearance.

Furthermore, while typical pills were the size of a thumb, these three black pills were as large as a fist.

"These are pills, but they're worthless now. Their medicinal properties have vanished," Qiao Shen said, his voice tinged with disappointment.

Usually, a pill with any remaining potency would emit a fragrance. But these three pills were not only scentless and black, indicating they were long past their prime and spoiled.

Zhang Tianbei shared this sentiment, believing the spoiled pills to be of no value, and he sighed, "Such a waste."

Yet, what Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Hou failed to notice was the intense focus in Qiao Mao's eyes as he gazed upon the three pills. A spark of excitement flashed as he exclaimed, "These are Limitless Body Breaking Pills. They're not just useful—they're incredibly potent!"

"What is a Limitless Body Breaking Pill?" Zhang Tianbei had clearly never come across the name of this pill before. Even if, as Qiao Mao mentioned, these were indeed Limitless Body Breaking Pills, they were presumably expired and no longer effective.

Observing the frustrated looks on Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen's faces, Qiao Mao explained with a smile, "Typically, pills do have a scent, but the Limitless Body Breaking Pill is an exception. It lacks any fragrance and can be stored for as long as eight hundred years. So, this pill hasn't expired."

"The Limitless Body Breaking Pill can last eight hundred years?"

Zhang Tianbei and Qiao Shen were both astonished and embarrassed. They found it hard to believe that a pill could remain potent for such an extended period.

"You might not be aware, but the Limitless Body Breaking Pill isn't crafted from spiritual herbs. Instead, it's produced by blending extracts from Monsters and Fierce Beasts with Ink Stone. As a result, it doesn't emit any medicinal scent and won't spoil for a millennium," Qiao Mao elaborated.

Perhaps that's why Qin Hu refrained from consuming the three Limitless Body Breaking Pills. Had he done so, he would have advanced to the Spirit Wheel Stage by now. Such a breakthrough would spell catastrophe for the Zhang family and Qiao Mao.

Moreover, the Limitless Body Breaking Pill's shelf life isn't just eight hundred years; it's eight thousand. The recipe for this pill has been handed down since the Ancient Era.

Qiao Mao downplayed the information to avoid overwhelming them, but they were still visibly stunned. They gazed at Qiao Mao with curiosity, pondering how he came to possess such extensive knowledge.

With a touch of embarrassment, Qiao Mao reminded them, "Remember, I am a Spirit Flame Great Master, so I possess a wealth of knowledge about pills with extraordinary properties. Naturally, I acquired this knowledge from my master."

After giving them a cursory explanation, Qiao Mao handed each of them a Limitless Body Breaking Pill. He then took one himself and brought it to his nose for a sniff.

"This Limitless Body Breaking Pill contains extracts from thirty-five different Monsters and Fierce Beasts, along with Ink Stone, Fire Sand Essence, among other ingredients," Qiao Mao mused aloud.

In his previous life, Qiao Mao was known as the Spirit Flame Great Master, which enabled him to easily discern the formula of a pill by its scent. Thus, a simple whiff was all it took for him to identify the components of the Limitless Body Breaking Pill.

Moreover, the thirty-five extracts required for the pill were readily available in the Cross Cloud Mountains, situated between Black Blood City and Martial Sun City. The only hitch was the scarcity of Ink Stone.

Additionally, one could only benefit from consuming a single Limitless Body Breaking Pill; any more would be futile. Otherwise, Qiao Mao could produce them in abundance to enhance his strength whenever he wished.

"If I manage to find Ink Stone, I could forge a formidable army with the Limitless Body Breaking Pill to combat the Nether Clan," Qiao Mao mused.

After securing the Limitless Body Breaking Pill, Qiao Mao turned his attention to a tattered map. His eyes sparkled with recognition—it was a map of the Cross Cloud Mountains, which astonishingly pinpointed the former dwelling of the Red Moon Blade Lord, known as the Red Moon Secret Realm.

Qiao Shen, Zhang Tianbei, and their companions were instantly electrified by the prospect. Gaining access to the Red Moon Secret Realm held extraordinary promise, potentially propelling them to the Spirit Wheel Stage.

Qiao Mao shared in their excitement. Despite his extensive martial arts experience spanning over two centuries, he had yet to find the catalyst for ascending to a higher realm. The Red Moon Secret Realm represented the perfect opportunity.

With entry into the Red Moon Secret Realm, Qiao Mao was confident he could swiftly surpass his current limitations. Should the Nether Clan launch an early invasion, he would be well-equipped to stand his ground against them.