madnovel Chapter 69: Could it be that they're after the Plain Cloud Banner?
Chapter 69: Could it be that they're after the Plain Cloud Banner?
After a moment of contemplation, the Queen Mother of the West composed herself and a warm smile appeared on her face.
"Nephew Niu Ben."
"When the Mystic Maiden was in danger, it was thanks to my nephew's help that she was saved."
Niu Ben smiled slightly and replied:
"Uncle-Master, you flatter me. It was just a coincidence that we met."
"If anyone else were bullied by the people of the Purple Mansion Immortal Court, I would also step in to help."
The Queen Mother of the West nodded.
She had previously wondered who would dare to kill someone from the Purple Mansion Immortal Court.
This was understandable after learning that Niu Ben was a disciple of the Supreme Lord.
Others feared the power of the Purple Heaven Immortal Court.
But Taishang, the head of the Three Pure Ones, was not afraid.
With the Supreme Being's connection, Niu Ben naturally had no fear of the Purple Palace Celestial Court.
"Since my junior disciple has come to my Jade Pool, then please stay here for a while longer."
After a slight pause, the Queen Mother of the West spoke.
If it were any other male immortals who came here, she naturally wouldn't linger.
However, Niu Ben's identity was extraordinary; he was a disciple of the Supreme Lord.
He had also saved the life of his own disciple, so naturally he wanted to keep him in Yaochi to fulfill his duty as a host.
Then, she turned her gaze and looked at the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden:
"Mysterious Woman".
"While your junior apprentice Niu Ben is here, take him around the sacred Yaochi area more often."
Upon hearing this, the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden readily accepted, and quickly bowed, saying:
"Yes, Master!"
She felt very grateful to Niu Ben.
Moreover, after spending time together, she had developed a strange affection for Niu Ben deep in her heart.
Upon hearing this, Niu Ben didn't refuse, and said with a smile:
"Then I will trouble you here, junior disciple."
Although he still had to get up and head to Buzhou Mountain, there was no rush.
"Fellow Daoist Niu Ben, let me show you around!"
At this moment, the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden looked at Niu Ben, appearing somewhat impatient.
Upon hearing this, Niu Ben smiled faintly and did not answer the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden. Instead, he looked towards the Queen Mother of the West.
"Um?"
Seeing Niu Ben cast her gaze, the Queen Mother of the West inquired:
"What's wrong?"
"Is there anything else, my junior apprentice?"
Niu Ben pursed his lips slightly and said directly:
"My aunt, the Queen Mother of the West."
"Actually, there is another matter I would like to discuss with you, my senior uncle, on this occasion."
Upon hearing Niu Ben's words, the Queen Mother of the West was taken aback:
"Oh?"
"What is it, my junior disciple? Please speak freely!"
As she said this, the Queen Mother of the West raised her phoenix eyes slightly.
I originally thought that Niu Ben had just happened to meet the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden and then escorted her back to Yaochi.
But judging from what Niu Ben is saying right now, it seems that he has a purpose.
"Um?"
Upon seeing this, the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden frowned slightly and muttered to herself:
"What matter does Fellow Daoist Niu Ben wish to discuss with Master?"
Just as she hesitated, Niu Ben didn't delay and asked:
"Uncle-Master."
"I've heard that you possess a primordial treasure called the Plain-Colored Cloud Banner?"
Upon hearing Niu Ben's words, a look of surprise flashed across west Wangmu's eyes, and she began to have some doubts:
"What's wrong?"
"Did he come to my Jade Pool because of the Plain Cloud Banner?"
While harboring doubts, the Queen Mother of the West remained outwardly composed, smiling as she said:
"That's right."
"This Five-Element Flag is indeed in my hands."
At this point, the Queen Mother of the West paused slightly, then looked at Niu Ben with curiosity and asked:
"Nephew Niu Ben."
"Why are you asking about this?"
Upon hearing this, Niu Ben smiled slightly and said:
"Reporting back to my uncle."
"This junior wishes to exchange a treasure for this flag with my master."
Having said that, Niu Ben waved his sleeve.
Immediately afterwards, a piece of shimmering blue armor appeared.
It was the Azure Armor that Hongyun had given to Niu Ben.
"boom……"
At this moment, the aura of a top-grade innate spiritual treasure continuously emanated from the Azure Profound Armor.
Originally, this Azure Mystic Armor was only a low-grade innate spiritual treasure.
However, while waiting outside, Niu Ben used an ordinary forging scroll to directly upgrade the Qingxuan Armor to the level of a top-grade innate spiritual treasure.
After all, this is to be used to exchange for the Plain Cloud Banner with the Queen Mother of the West.
He wouldn't dare to offer it if the quality was too low.
"Um?"
Upon seeing this, the Queen Mother of the West's gaze sharpened.
He could immediately tell the grade of the Azure Profound Armor; it was a top-grade innate spiritual treasure.
Even so, the Queen Mother of the West still hesitated.
It should be noted that the plain-colored cloud-shaped banner in her hand is one of the five innate banners.
The Five Banners of the Primordial Formation were transformed from the five lotus leaves of the Creation Lotus.
Besides, this plain-colored cloud-shaped banner itself has strong defensive capabilities, so there's no need to exchange it for a similarly defensive Azure Mystic Armor.
After thinking it over, the Queen Mother of the West wavered again.
Although the Azure Armor that Niu Ben took out was somewhat inferior to her Plain Cloud Banner.
However, Niu Ben was a disciple of the Supreme Taoist, and his background was extraordinary.
Moreover, she was the savior of the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden!
The fact that they are willing to offer a top-grade innate spiritual treasure, the Azure Mystic Armor, in exchange for the Plain-Colored Cloud Banner demonstrates their sincerity.
Refusing would be somewhat unreasonable.
They saw that the Queen Mother of the West looked thoughtful.
The Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden parted her lips slightly, originally intending to speak up for Niu Ben.
It's clear that Niu Ben needs the Plain Cloud Banner, which must be of great use to him.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have offered a top-grade innate spiritual treasure in exchange.
But the words that were about to come out were swallowed back by the Nine Heavens Mystic Maiden.
After all, this plain-colored cloud banner is no ordinary innate treasure, and it seems somewhat inappropriate for her to speak up for Niu Ben here.
Seeing this, Niu Ben remained calm and quietly awaited the decision from the Queen Mother of the West.
Just then, the Queen Mother of the West turned from her reverie, smiled at Niu Ben, and said:
"Nephew Niu Ben."
"If it were anyone else who wanted to exchange the Plain Cloud Banner with me, I would absolutely not agree."
"That's one of the Five Primordial Banners, with endless uses."
"But since it's you, my junior brother, who asked, it's not easy for me, as your senior brother, to refuse."
Having said that, the Queen Mother of the West gently raised her jade hand.
Immediately, a plain white banner appeared in his hand.
The cloud patterns on the flag flow and exude a vast and innate energy.
As soon as the flag was raised, a mist filled the air, and the entire hall was enveloped in a unique fragrance.
Upon seeing this, Niu Ben's eyes lit up.
Despite his calm demeanor just now, deep down he was worried that the Queen Mother of the West would not agree to the exchange.
"Many thanks to my aunt, the Queen Mother of the West, for your kindness!"
Niu Ben bowed deeply to the Queen Mother of the West with a grateful expression, and then prepared to present the Azure Mystic Armor.
However, what Niu Ben did not expect was...
Seeing this, the Queen Mother of the West waved her hand lightly and said:
"Nephew Niu Ben."
"There's no need for an exchange."
"I will give this plain-colored cloud-patterned banner to my nephew as a token of my gratitude for saving the Mysterious Maiden."
The Queen Mother of the West did not accept Niu Ben's Azure Armor, but instead intended to use it to establish a karmic connection with him.
"this?"
Niu Ben was taken aback, then understood.
The Queen Mother of the West did this simply because she valued his master, the Supreme Taoist.
If it is a barter, then this cause and effect will naturally be severed.
After a moment's hesitation, a resolute glint flashed in Niu Ben's eyes.
After all, the Five Innate Banners are extremely important to him, and even if it involves karma, he is determined to have them.
"Then I thank you very much for your generous gift, Martial Uncle!"
Hearing what Niu Ben said, the Queen Mother of the West nodded in satisfaction before handing the plain-colored cloud banner to Niu Ben.