Xu Fang was well aware of the might of the Luobao Jinqian.
As Xiao Sheng had said, it had the ability to make treasures and money fall together.
However, Xiao Sheng's description was not entirely accurate. The Luobao Jinqian's power was limited; it could make everything below Innate Supreme Treasures fall.
Another crucial point was that it was ineffective against ordinary weapons.
Xiao Sheng had not refined the Luobao Jinqian, merely sensed it briefly, so it was understandable that he didn't know all its details.
But the Luobao Jinqian paid no mind to that. It was taunting mercilessly, calling Xiao Sheng a fool for revealing its power to others and then wanting it to seize weapons – a suicidal act!
Hearing the Luobao Jinqian's words, Xu Fang also formed a guess.
Did the Luobao Jinqian, in its treasure-seizing, negotiate with treasures? At a suitable price, it made them fall, thus verifying the truth that money makes the world go 'round?
However, seeing that Xiao Sheng was about to have his brains splattered by Zhao Gongming, Xu Fang could no longer stand by. He quickly put away his thoughts and leaped out.
"Stop! Hold your whip and spare him!"
Xu Fang shouted, and before his words had even fallen, he had already flown in front of Xiao Sheng. The pressure of a Grand Unity Golden Immortal rapidly spread out, rippling through the air.
Zhao Gongming, who was charging forward, felt an immense pressure surge towards him. Before he could even think, he was repelled by the force.
Zhao Gongming landed on the ground, retreating continuously. He quickly thrust his steel whip into the ground, managing to halt the backward momentum of his mount, a black tiger.
"Grand Unity Golden Immortal!"
Zhao Gongming looked up and saw Xu Fang descending from above amidst the powerful pressure, and he exclaimed in surprise.
He never expected that just as he was about to defeat Xiao Sheng and seize the treasure, such a powerful expert would descend here.
He was so close! Why did this person arrive at this precise moment, not a moment sooner or later?
It was as if he had timed it perfectly!
"Grand Unity Golden Immortal!"
Xiao Sheng and Cao Bao were also startled by the sudden appearance of Xu Fang, but knowing that this person had come to save them, they felt much more at ease.
"Zhao Gongming, is it?"
Xu Fang looked at Zhao Gongming. Indeed, he was a heroic figure with an imposing demeanor. Xu Fang couldn't help but nod in admiration.
"Senior, I am Zhao Gongming."
Zhao Gongming knew the situation. This was a Grand Unity Golden Immortal expert. Since the other party didn't attack further and spoke to him, he wouldn't dare to act rashly.
"Senior, this item has a great connection to me. I implore you not to interfere."
Since the other party had stopped attacking, Zhao Gongming felt they could negotiate. He immediately spoke.
"Coincidentally, I also feel this item has a great connection to me."
Xu Fang chuckled upon hearing Zhao Gongming's words.
"And, to be honest with you, your so-called connection to this item is merely a karmic debt."
If not for this incident today, Zhao Gongming's treasures would have been lost to the Luobao Jinqian in the future. Calling it a karmic debt would be most appropriate.
"Senior, isn't this a bit like bullying someone with superior strength!"
Zhao Gongming felt indignant. He tossed the steel whip in his hand, weighing whether he could defeat an existence of Grand Unity Golden Immortal level.
"Although my cultivation realm is not as high as Senior's, I may still be able to fight!"
Seeing this, Xu Fang was quite impressed by Zhao Gongming's courage and asked out of curiosity.
"With what you said, do you still have any treasures on you?"
"No."
Zhao Gongming replied.
"Like any magic treasures, such as beads?"
Xu Fang gently probed. If Zhao Gongming didn't have the Dinghai Shenzhu, where would he get the confidence to fight a Grand Unity Golden Immortal like himself!
"No."
Zhao Gongming replied.
"Nothing here, nothing there, what gives you such confidence?"
Xu Fang shook his head and looked at the treasure map beside him. As expected, the map showed that Zhao Gongming did not currently possess the Dinghai Shenzhu.
It seemed that Zhao Gongming had not yet obtained the Dinghai Shenzhu at this time.
"Junior will fight with all his might; victory is uncertain!"
Zhao Gongming shouted loudly, his fighting spirit soaring.
Seeing this situation, Xu Fang helplessly clapped his hands.
"Great Peng, Old Zhao is so formidable. Do you want to have a spar with him?"
"Alright! I've tolerated him for too long. What's a mere Taiyi Golden Immortal boasting about!"
The Golden Winged Great Peng, speaking with conviction, flew out with Ao Xue, looking towards Zhao Gongming.
"Grand Unity Golden Immortal!"
"Taiyi Golden Immortal!"
Zhao Gongming, seeing two more beings suddenly appear and sensing their cultivation levels, was greatly astonished.
The Taiyi Golden Immortal could be ignored, but the Grand Unity Golden Immortal could not be overlooked.
With one Grand Unity Golden Immortal, he could only fight with a tentative hope. Now there was another one. Even if he were incredibly brave, he couldn't fight two opponents above his realm!
"Senior, I..."
Seeing the Golden Winged Great Peng eager to fight, Zhao Gongming naturally didn't want to. He quickly looked at Xu Fang.
However, he had just boasted about fighting above his realm and now didn't know how to proceed.
Xu Fang saw this and quickly spoke.
"Alright, don't panic. You also said earlier that seizing treasure doesn't harm people. I will do the same. You may leave now!"
Xu Fang didn't make things difficult for Zhao Gongming. This person was a crucial figure in the future, and it was best to let him go to avoid unforeseen complications.
Besides, since he was so sensible, there was no need to trouble him. Always leave a path open for future encounters.
"Thank you, Senior, for sparing my life. Junior is convinced."
Zhao Gongming was suddenly enlightened. So this Senior had arrived long ago.
However, Zhao Gongming was pragmatic. Since he couldn't win, there was no point in courting death. It was better to part on good terms.
However, Zhao Gongming didn't leave immediately. He hesitated.
"But, Senior..."
"I understand, Xiao Sheng!"
Seeing Zhao Gongming's demeanor, Xu Fang turned to look at Xiao Sheng. Under Xu Fang's intense gaze, Xiao Sheng had no choice but to take out the Fu Long Suo and toss it to Zhao Gongming.
"Thank you, Senior. We will meet again if fate allows."
Zhao Gongming was overjoyed and quickly put away the Fu Long Suo.
He cupped his hands towards Xu Fang and immediately rode away on his black tiger.
Although, due to Xu Fang's appearance, he had lost the opportunity to contend for the Luobao Jinqian.
Zhao Gongming didn't bear much resentment. He had to admit defeat when he was outmatched.
Moreover, if it had been someone else, they might not have been so accommodating. Not only would they have coveted his Fu Long Suo, but he might have been silenced.
Therefore, being able to keep his life and recover his treasure, this Senior was quite a decent person.
After Zhao Gongming departed, Xiao Sheng and Cao Bao quickly cupped their hands in thanks towards Xu Fang.
"Thank you, Senior, for your intervention!"
"Thank you for saving our lives, Senior. We will surely repay you well in the future!"
Xu Fang heard this and raised an eyebrow.
"Heh! Since you want to repay, let's not wait for the future. Let's do it now!"