The Supreme God of Martial Arts
Chapter 41 The Evil Ape Hunting Team

Some of the herbs that Herbert collected were so young that theydidn't even look a year old. A handful of such herbs might not be wortha single piece of vital energy crystal.

Even more ridiculous was the fact that even at the critical moment ofhis escape, Herbert still carried the large sack of cheap herbs with himIt seemed that he was obsessed with the herbs.

"I appreciate your kindness, but I don't want herbs. You've worked sohard to collect them. You'd better keep them."

As Austin had saved his life, Herbert wanted to express his gratitude bygiving him some herbs. To his surprise, Austin refused.

The herbs were cheap as they were only worth a few pieces of vitalenergy crystals. Although Austin thought that they were useless,Herbert didn't think so.

"Er... But I only have these for you. I don't have much left."

Herbert was embarrassed. He thought Austin was expecting more."Well, you can have half. That's quite a lot.”

Reluctantly, Herbert held the corner of the sack and poured half theherbs on the ground.

Austin frowned and thought, “You are so odd!"

"No, thank you. I said I don't want any."

Austin lost his patience.

Eventually, Herbert realized that Austin was not appreciative of theherbs that he valued.

After thinking about it, Herbert realized why Austin didn't want theherbs. The two cores from first-level Diabolic Beasts that Austin had justacquired were worth more than forty pieces of vital energy crystals,while all the herbs in the sack were not worth much.

Besides, with his skills, it had not been difficult for Austin to kill thediabolic beasts and get their cores.

"He must be rich. That's probably why he doesn't value these cheapherbs.’ Herbert's embarrassment disappeared, and he felt pleased. Afterall, Austin's assistance would not cost him anything.

"Dude, you saved my life. Perhaps I can repay you later. May I knowyour name?" asked Herbert.

"My name is Austin. You can call me Tin."

"Good name, Tin. I'm your brother from now on. I will dedicate my lifeto assisting you.”

Herbert clapped his chest with his hand and asserted solemnly.

"By the way, Tin. Since you are so skilled, why don't you join the ApeHunting Team? People say two evil apes are guarding the earth spiritfruits.”

"The earth spirit fruit!"

Austin's eyes glittered when he heard the name of the fruit.

The earth spirit fruit was a precious herb that contained abundantenergies from heaven and earth. It was said that the effect of a singleearth spirit fruit was equivalent to that of two Energy-boosting Elixirs.While one Energy-boosting Elixir was worth 500 pieces of vital energycrystals, the price of a single earth spirit fruit was at least 1500 pieces ofvital energy crystals.

What's more, the refined pill was man-made. Because of the differenttechnical levels of pill refiners and some inevitable factors in therefining process, the elixirs were not pure enough, and would more orless contain some toxins.

While long-term use of refined pills was helpful for martial artscultivation, the toxins accumulating in the human body would lead tohealth problems later.

However, herbal medicines were different. Many plants didn't containany ingredients that would prove harmful to the human body.

One could take herbal medicines safely, and their effect would behigher than that of manually refined pills.

Even though their effect was similar, natural herbal medicines weremore expensive than refined pills.

"1500 pieces of vital energy crystals are undoubtedly a great fortune forme.

And the potency of one earth spirit fruit is equivalent to an Energy-boosting Elixir. If I can pick some fruits, I can sell them or eat them."The thought instantly motivated Austin.

"Haven't you heard about it, Tin? The news is spreading among theouter disciples of Sun Sect.

I heard that two horrible second-level evil apes are guarding the fruits.This was discovered by a team of adventures yesterday. They hadintended to collect the fruits. However, the two evil apes attacked theteam. Only one man from the team managed to escape,” Herbertnarrated.

From his expression, Herbert knew that Austin was interested in thenews.

He continued, "After hearing the news, many outer disciples decided toconfront the apes. But most people who set foot in the valley werekilled by the two evil apes. Those who narrowly escaped were sofrightened that they will never try again.

Now, few people dare to go into the valley. Most have left, or havebeen watching from afar.

It is said that several strong outer disciples are gathering those whohave trained at Beast Mountain. They want to form a team called theEvil Ape Hunting Team.

Tin, I saw you kill two demon dogs easily. I'm sure you are capable ofparticipating in the ape hunting event." Herbert enjoyed telling longstories. He was also good at complimenting people.

"What you shared with me was yesterday's news. It is possible that bynow they have already taken the fruits," said Austin.

His previous excitement settled at the thought.

"Most outer disciples are newcomers who joined Sun Sect in recentyears. They are not very strong. I don't think they can gather enoughpeople in such a short time.”

Herbert curled his lips as he spoke.

"But the worry is that the news will reach Sun Sect's officials. If theyknow, they will certainly send a steward to collect the earth spirit fruits.These precious herbs and pills are usually given to inner disciples orcore disciples. Outer disciples are not entitled to enjoy them.

So, we need to act quickly. Once the steward arrives, the Evil ApeHunting Team will only be able to stand and watch.”

Herbert added.

Herbert's persuasion worked. Austin now felt that what he had said wasreasonable.

"Where are they exactly?" asked Austin.

"Tin, the diabolic beast's core was so beautiful, and you have collectedtwo. Can I have a look, please?”

Herbert requested cheekily.

Austin understood what Herbert meant when he saw his expression.'He is eyeing the cores of the two demon dogs that I killed.!

Austin glared at Herbert. Despite his expression, Austin did not thinkpoorly of Herbert.

On the contrary, he felt sympathy toward Herbert.

"Here you are!" Austin tossed the two beast cores at Herbert.

"Really?"

Herbert was stunned when Austin gave him the two beast cores. Hewanted to express his appreciation but was rendered speechless.Austin had unexpectedly been generous enough to give him both beastcores.

"Tell me, quick!” Austin said.

He furrowed his brows when he saw Herbert's reaction. He looked likehe had just acquired tremendous wealth.

Herbert responded happily, "It's easy to replace. Their location is ten mileswest from here. Tin, you are not only strong in martial arts but alsogenerous and chivalrous in your behavior. I believe there is no limit toyour prospects. If you need any help in the future, just let me know. I'mwell-informed.”

Herbert felt ecstatic as he played with the two beast cores in his hand.He had never imagined that one day, he would sell information at ahigh price of two beast cores.

When he looked up, Austin had disappeared into the forest ahead.On the west side of Beast Mountain, a bowl-shaped valley lay hiddenamong the steep mountain ridges.

The valley was shaded by thick trees all the year round. As a result, itlooked deep and dark.

At the entrance to the valley was an open grassland with sparse trees.A dozen young men and women had gathered there. Some sat whileothers stood. Each of them had a proud smile. They also looked a littlenervous, as if they were waiting for something.

Farther away, at the edge of the grassland, many people were talkingand looking enviously at the warriors.

These were Sun Sect's outer disciples. The promise of acquiring EarthSpirit Fruit had been enough for all of them to risk their lives.

The Evil Ape Hunting Team was preparing to enter the valley to kill theevil apes. This was also a great event for the other disciples.

Even if they couldn't hunt the evil apes, the disciples would not miss theopportunity to watch.

The Evil Ape Hunting Team consisted of the strongest outer discipleswho had taken part in the Beast Mountain training. Every move of thestrong would always attract the attention of the weak.