noffsinger Chapter 939: The Problem Solved, Nine-Aperture Stone Embryo!
Chapter 939: The Problem Solved, Nine-Aperture Stone Embryo!
Chapter 939: The Problem Solved, Nine-Aperture Stone Embryo!
"With this mutilated body, we can use divination to predict this person's whereabouts later!"
Lu Changsheng looked at Luo Fuzi's mangled body and a slight smile appeared on his lips.
Previously, Luo Fuzi detonated his spiritual treasure, presumably intending to completely destroy his physical body.
Otherwise, it would be extremely dangerous if the body of the Dharma fell into the hands of others.
Not only can he use his divine body to cause trouble, but he can also use deception to frame others.
The Dharma Body can also be used as a medium for divination to determine the approximate location of the Nascent Soul spirit.
"Ah Gui, you're so kind," Lu Changsheng said to the Turtle Immortal Ancestor.
If the latter hadn't risked serious injury to protect it, this physical body would likely have been completely destroyed by Luo Fuzi's self-destruction of his spiritual treasure, leaving no remnants.
"You're too kind, sir. This is my duty."
The giant, mountain-like Turtle Immortal's body was enveloped in a boundless vitality as he used his innate divine power to heal his injuries.
Lu Changsheng nodded slightly, casting a series of restrictions on Luo Fuzi's remains and storing them in the Goddess Furnace.
He then examined Luo Fuzi's spiritual treasure, the Nine Peaks Agarwood Pearl, as well as his pale yellow robe, soft armor, headdress, and so on.
Under the might of the Turtle Immortal Ancestor and the Taiyin Mystic Light, these spiritual treasures inevitably suffered damage and their power diminished.
However, the prayer beads, robes, and soft armor are all of mid-grade spiritual treasures, and are of great value.
Even if it is damaged, it is still of great value and can be recast and smelted by the Ancestor of Zhenhai.
"It's a pity that my natal spirit treasure self-destructed." Lu Changsheng thought of Luo Fuzi's self-destructed twin dragon staff and felt a little regretful.
High-grade spiritual treasures are also extremely precious to him.
Lu Changsheng did not clean up Luo Fuzi's spatial artifacts here. He said to the Turtle Immortal Ancestor, "Agui, cover up for me and come back to the Immortal City to recuperate."
Upon hearing this, the Turtle Immortal Ancestor's enormous demonic body surged with azure light, transforming into the appearance of an old man with a turtle-shaped back.
Despite being injured by the Taiyin Xuan Guang and his self-destruction, and his complexion and condition deteriorating considerably, the Turtle Immortal Ancestor's ability to conceal his aura was still extraordinary and flawless, causing people to subconsciously ignore him.
It was precisely because of this innate talent that when the Turtle Immortal Ancestor ambushed Luo Fuzi in the shadows, this Nascent Soul giant was not detected in time.
The Lu Ling Whale beside it also transformed from its dragon whale form into a human form.
She had short, cute hair, a slightly pale face, and her imposing black and white armor showed signs of damage.
It's clear from his transformation that Lu Lingjing is far inferior to the Turtle Immortal Ancestor, and is greatly affected by his original form's condition.
"Lingjing, you should go back to Baolian to rest first."
Lu Changsheng noticed the girl's longing for the two-headed earth dragon in front of her, so he patted her head and said something.
He wouldn't mind giving Lu Lingjing the demon core of the two-headed earth dragon.
But the Turtle Immortal Ancestor exerted the most effort and was the most seriously injured, and he was still nearby.
If he were to give the Twin-Headed Earth Dragon Demon Core to Lu Lingjing in front of the Turtle Immortal Ancestor, it would be an excessive act of favoritism.
Although the Turtle Immortal Ancestor was affected by the Demon Talisman, he was completely obedient to him.
However, no matter what, the other party is still a top-tier demon king at the mid-stage of the fourth rank, with independent consciousness, and needs to be given a certain degree of respect and have its emotions taken care of.
Lu Lingjing looked away, said "Oh," and then entered the Heavenly Yuan Treasure Lotus.
She had a slight instinctive fear of the Turtle Immortal Ancestor, whose cultivation and bloodline were both superior to hers.
Especially since the opponent had just revealed their true form, she was completely suppressed.
"Ah Gui, will this two-headed earth dragon be of any use to you?"
Lu Changsheng asked the Turtle Immortal Ancestor.
The latter has already reached the peak of the mid-stage of the fourth tier, and is only one step away from breaking through to the late stage of the fourth tier.
He naturally hoped that the Turtle Immortal Ancestor would recover from his injuries as soon as possible and break through to the late stage of the fourth rank.
“Master, this two-headed earth dragon has both earth and fire attributes, so it won’t be of much use to this old servant.”
The Turtle Immortal Ancestor shook his head and said that he didn't think much of this two-headed earth dragon.
At his level, he wouldn't even look at ordinary natural treasures, let alone a demon king at the early stage of the fourth rank.
"If you have any needs, you can tell me."
Lu Changsheng nodded to the Turtle Immortal Ancestor.
"Thank you, sir!" Upon hearing this, the Turtle Immortal Ancestor immediately bowed and said, knowing that he had initially gained Lu Changsheng's approval.
If Luo Fuzi were to witness this scene, he would likely be utterly astonished, thinking he was hallucinating.
A powerful demon king in the late stage of the fourth rank actually treated Lu Changsheng with utmost respect, addressing him as "Master".
A moment later, Lu Changsheng used the Yin-Yang Qi Great Capture to imprison the two-headed earth dragon's corpse, cleared away the magical energy from all directions, and then, holding the Dust-Cleansing Banner, returned to the Immortal City.
Another advantage of fighting in the Outer Heavens is that the battle scene will not leave too many traces or clues.
The Great Dream Immortal City.
Xuanjian Zhenjun, Jinchi Tianpeng, Honglian, and Jinfeng Zhenjun faced off.
Neither of them made a move; they simply watched each other intently, their expressions wary, and occasionally glanced at the sky.
However, the Outer Heaven is located above the Nine Heavens Gale Layer.
Even though they were Nascent Soul True Monarchs, they could not see the scenery and images of the Outer Heavens from here.
"Should we take this opportunity to escape?"
The three, including Jin Feng Zhenjun, were somewhat anxious and pondered to themselves.
They had faith in Luo Fuzi.
I believe in the opponent's strength and that he will surely be able to defeat Yangming Zhenjun.
But Yangming Zhenjun, this newly emerged giant, is incredibly mysterious.
Having previously displayed astonishing abilities to suppress True Monarch Yin Lei and True Monarch Qing Cang, and now actively inviting Luo Fu Zi to a battle in the outer heavens, they are truly worried.
Yangming Zhenjun is no longer here.
With only Xuanjian Zhenjun, Jinchi Tianpeng, and Honglian, a pseudo-Nascent Soul cultivator relying on the Immortal City's grand formation, they simply couldn't stop them.
The only problem is that once they escape, Yangming Zhenjun and Luofuzi will stop and come after them.
At this moment, the cultivators in the Great Dream Immortal City looked at the five Nascent Soul cultivators facing off in the sky above the city, feeling bewildered and not knowing what was going on.
They were fighting just fine a moment ago, why did they suddenly stop?
However, some people guessed that it was related to the previous Luo Fuzi.
And so, time passed little by little.
The entire Great Dream Immortal City was enveloped in an eerie silence.
Just then, a ripple of void energy suddenly appeared above the silent immortal city.
Under the watchful eyes of the group, a man with a heroic and refined appearance, wearing a black robe and cloak, and holding a five-colored long banner, stepped out.
"Husband!"
"Yangming Zhenjun!?"
"Where is the Lord of Mount Luofu?"
Gazing at that familiar figure, different emotions and expressions appeared on the faces of the people in the room.
Like a red lotus, her exquisite and flawless face was full of joy.
Thinking to herself, her husband dared to invite Luo Fuzi to a duel, so he must have been prepared.
Although Xuanjian Zhenjun was an ally of Lu Changsheng, he had witnessed Lu Changsheng's strength and abilities.
Seeing him return, but not Luo Fuzi, they couldn't help but be surprised.
Did Fellow Daoist Yangming defeat Luo Fuzi?
It should be noted that Luo Fuzi is one of the most renowned top giants in the Northern Region.
If Yangming Zhenjun, this newly promoted giant, were to defeat Luofuzi, wouldn't he directly ascend to the ranks of top giants in the Southern Wilderness and Northern Regions?
"Yangming Zhenjun defeated the Lord of Luofu Mountain? How is that possible?"
The three, including Jin Feng Zhenjun, could not believe it.
In their minds, Luo Fuzi's strength far surpassed that of Yangming Zhenjun!
But now, Yangming Zhenjun has appeared, but Luofuzi has not, and the three of them feel heavy-hearted.
"Luo Fuzi has been defeated. You may all surrender now."
Lu Changsheng looked at the three, including Jin Feng Zhenjun, and said in a calm and indifferent voice.
"This is impossible!"
The three of them gritted their teeth and said they didn't want to believe this reality.
But the fact that Luo Fuzi did not appear for a long time already speaks volumes.
Without hesitation, they burned their life essence and used their escape techniques to traverse the void.
"Eighteen Resonances of Devouring God!" Lu Changsheng immediately unleashed the Nascent Soul Secret Technique.
Although his battle with Luo Fuzi had taken a toll on his mental and physical strength.
But when facing a Nascent Soul cultivator in the early stage, this kind of divine sense technique is simply a god-level skill for crushing weaklings!
In an instant, it was as if a thunderclap exploded in Jin Feng Zhenjun's sea of consciousness, and his whole mind was in a daze.
Xuanjian Zhenjun drew his magic sword with a clang and attacked simultaneously with the Golden-Winged Roc.
However, at Lu Changsheng's instruction, the Golden-Winged Roc and the Red Lotus attacked one person at the same time, allowing the last person to escape into the void.
The battle above the immortal city ended in just a few moments.
Golden Wind True Lord and another Nascent Soul True Lord were suppressed by Lu Changsheng.
"Thank you for your help today, Fellow Daoist Xuanjian. Please come in."
Lu Changsheng said to Xuanjian Zhenjun.
Although the other party did not contribute much.
But the fact that they were willing to come and help speaks volumes.
"Fellow Daoist Yangming, you are too kind."
Xuanjian Zhenjun was somewhat surprised to see that Lu Changsheng did not pursue the person who had just fled, but he did not ask any further questions. Curious about his battle with Luo Fuzi, he entered the Immortal City together.
"This, this, this"
"Is it over?"
"What happened?"
Within the Great Dream Immortal City, all the cultivators stared in astonishment at the swift and decisive end of the battle.
what happened?
Isn't this a battle between Nascent Soul cultivators?
How come it ended so soon?
And it didn't cause any commotion.
It should be noted that when the City Lord's wife and Golden Roc True Monarch were dealing with these Nascent Soul cultivators, the entire Immortal City shook violently under the aftershocks, and the great formation flickered, seemingly on the verge of collapse.
"Is this the difference between a Nascent Soul cultivator and a Nascent Soul giant?"
"Five Nascent Soul cultivators attacked, yet the City Lord dealt with them so easily!"
"Is this the strength of the city lord?"
Once Lu Changsheng and his companions disappeared above the immortal city, the great formation began to operate smoothly. The patrolling cultivators announced that the crisis was over, and only then did the cultivators in the city seem to realize something, as if they had just woken up from a dream.
"Did Yangming Zhenjun defeat Luofuzi?"
Bai Zhaozhao looked at the commotion above the immortal city, her exquisite and beautiful face filled with surprise.
Although she was unsure of the two men's exact strength.
One is a long-established name, while the other is a newly emerging giant that rose to prominence a few years ago.
In such circumstances, it is astonishing that a newly emerging giant could defeat a long-established top giant in such a short time.
If word gets out, it will likely cause a sensation in the Southern Wilderness and Northern Regions, and may even reach the Central Region.
City Lord's Mansion.
Lu Changsheng expressed his gratitude to Xuanjian Zhenjun and returned the latter's [Binding God Net] to him.
In the previous battle at Beast God Mountain, in order to capture and bind the spirit of Nine Spirits True Monarch, he borrowed the opponent's Binding God Net and then never returned it to him.
Now possessing a late-stage Nascent Soul soul, he can easily crush early-stage Nascent Soul cultivators.
As long as the divine soul technique is used, the opponent will find it difficult to even separate their nascent soul from their body, so naturally they will not need this secret treasure.
At the same time, Lu Changsheng sent several sets of fourth-tier spiritual materials as a token of his gratitude.
"Fellow Daoist Xuanjian, do you know why Luo Fuzi has come to my Great Dream Immortal City?"
Lu Changsheng asked Xuanjian Zhenjun, still unaware of why Luo Fuzi was causing him trouble.
Hearing of my reputation, they came to test me, hoping to seize an opportunity for themselves?
"I don't know the details of this matter either; it may be related to True Lord Qingluan."
Xuanjian Zhenjun pondered for a moment and said.
He had been keeping track of news about Qingluan Zhenjun in his early years.
After learning that True Monarch Qingluan was in the Hansha Illusionary Domain, he was hunted down by several Nascent Soul cultivators.
Then a rumor came to mind that Luo Fuzi, a powerful figure in the Northern Region, had made a move against Qingluan Zhenjun.
As for the specifics, he didn't know, only that he had heard that True Lord Qingluan had managed to escape by chance.
“True Lord Qingluan.” Upon hearing this, Lu Changsheng paused in surprise.
Unexpectedly, Luo Fuzi had actually attacked Qingluan Zhenjun.
Given the opponent's display of strength, True Monarch Qingluan is likely in grave danger.
At this moment, Lu Changsheng couldn't help but feel a surge of murderous intent towards Luo Fuzi.
"Fellow Daoist Yangming, the person who escaped earlier was named Luo Yu, and he came from the Endless Desert."
Xuanjian Zhenjun asked Lu Changsheng if he wanted to cause trouble for the people who had escaped earlier.
"Fellow Daoist, you are overthinking it." Lu Changsheng clapped his hands lightly.
An elderly man with a tortoise-like back appeared quietly and entered the hall, carrying a middle-aged man covered in frost.
It was none other than True Lord Luo Yu, who had previously vanished into the void.
"Hmm!?" Xuanjian Zhenjun's eyes narrowed slightly when he saw Turtle Immortal Ancestor.
Although the old man before him had a sallow complexion and a hunched and thin figure, he looked like an old mortal.
But he was carrying a Nascent Soul True Monarch.
What kind of strength is this?
A mid-stage Nascent Soul giant?
Xuanjian Zhenjun was alarmed to find that he could not see through the Turtle Immortal Ancestor in front of him.
How come there's such a top-tier expert beside True Monarch Yangming?
"Master." The Turtle Immortal Ancestor put down Luo Yu Zhenjun and bowed to Lu Changsheng.
Although he was injured and his vitality was greatly depleted.
However, ambushing a cultivator in the early Nascent Soul stage was still a piece of cake.
"Master!?" Xuanjian Zhenjun and Honglian were both surprised to hear this address.
This powerful Nascent Soul cultivator actually addressed Lu Changsheng as "Master".
Honglian knew about the Starry Sea and the Demon-Controlling Talisman, and vaguely guessed the identity of the Turtle Immortal Ancestor.
Xuanjian Zhenjun had never met the Turtle Immortal Ancestor.
Could this person be a subordinate or servant of Yangming Zhenjun before his reincarnation and cultivation?
"Ah Gui, thank you for your hard work." Lu Changsheng said with a smile, and continued to talk with Xuanjian Zhenjun about the affairs of Jiang and Liang.
"You can rest assured about Luo Fuzi's matter; he will not appear anytime soon."
Lu Changsheng had no intention of widely disseminating the story of Luo Fuzi's nascent soul leaving his body and escaping.
On the one hand, with the great calamity of the demonic path imminent, and his reputation already resounding throughout the Southern and Northern Wilderness, there was no need to be too high-profile, lest he push himself into the eye of the storm.
On the other hand, he planned to keep the other party calm and then find an opportunity to eliminate them completely.
"Alright." True Monarch Xuanjian still had a certain degree of trust in Lu Changsheng, True Monarch Yangming.
Immediately, Xuanjian Zhenjun asked Lu Changsheng how he planned to deal with Qingcang Zhenjun and the other four, and whether Jinfeng Zhenjun would be willing to sell his natal spirit treasure.
Although one's natal magic weapon or spiritual treasure is difficult for others to use and display its power, the materials of one's natal magic weapon are generally of very high quality.
"Of course, Fellow Daoist Xuanjian, if you have any needs, please feel free to make them. Alternatively, I can sort through the spoils of the group later and trade or exchange them with you."
As a master craftsman, Lu Changsheng knew that Jin Feng Zhenjun's natal spiritual treasure likely contained the materials needed by Xuan Jian Zhenjun to upgrade his flying sword, and he generously shared them.
Moreover, with so many materials on him, there must be many that he wouldn't need, so he wouldn't mind making a deal with Xuanjian Zhenjun.
"In that case, thank you very much, fellow Daoist."
Xuanjian Zhenjun cupped his hands and said, secretly admiring Lu Changsheng.
During the Liangyue War, the enemy captured several Nascent Soul cultivators and reaped a rich reward.
Now, five more Nascent Soul cultivators have been captured.
This wealth far surpasses the accumulated resources of his Heavenly Sword Sect over thousands of years.
He didn't stay long, telling Lu Changsheng that he was resting at the Yunmeng Restaurant and that Lu Changsheng could contact him later.
"Okay." Lu Changsheng nodded.
After Xuanjian Zhenjun left, Lu Changsheng looked at Luo Yu Zhenjun not far away and used the Six Desires Heart Demon Technique on him.
In the past, he could not obtain information about the "Six Desires Heart Demon Technique" from Nascent Soul cultivators, but things are different now.
A moment later, he learned from Luo Yu Zhenjun that the group had been lured by Luo Fuzi to come to the Great Dream Immortal City to test him.
As for why Luo Fuzi did this, this person did not know, but suspected that he was plotting for an opportunity.
After all, Luo Fuzi has been in the Nascent Soul stage for so many years, and he needs a great opportunity to break through to the late Nascent Soul stage.
How can relying on one's own travels and search for opportunities be as simple as plotting to seize opportunities from others?
Lu Changsheng asked Luo Yu Zhenjun if he knew the whereabouts of Qingluan Zhenjun, but the other party did not know.
"call!"
Lu Changsheng stopped being bewitched, feeling a wave of exhaustion.
It is still very difficult to interfere with or influence the mind of a Nascent Soul cultivator through the "Six Desires Heart Demon Technique".
Especially since he had previously used his divine sense techniques repeatedly in the battle, which had already taken a toll on his health.
"My husband, like Xu Yaya, has awakened the abilities of his past life, greatly enhancing his spiritual power!?"
Honglian, who was standing nearby, saw Lu Changsheng bewitched by Luo Yu Zhenjun and pondered to herself.
Having been a Nascent Soul cultivator and a powerful figure in her previous life, she was well aware of the difficulty of extracting information from a Nascent Soul cultivator through interrogation.
Lu Changsheng's ability to so easily bewitch Luo Yu Zhenjun suggests that his soul has reached the late Nascent Soul stage.
Despite its absurdity, Honglian had long been accustomed to Lu Changsheng's extraordinary abilities, believing that he had awakened some of his innate wisdom and memories from his past life, which caused his spirit to suddenly increase.
"Husband."
Honglian asked Lu Changsheng in a gentle voice how things were going at Xingxiu Sea, and whether she had disturbed or affected him by sending the message.
"It's nothing. Thank you for your hard work regarding the affairs of the Immortal City," Lu Changsheng said gently, holding Honglian's soft hand.
"By the way, my husband."
Honglian told Lu Changsheng about the situation in the Immortal City over the years, and how cultivators from the Central Region Xuanmen had come to visit.
In addition, a mysterious female cultivator visited some time ago.
The other party must be skilled in divination, reminding me that a crisis is brewing in the Great Dream Immortal City.
"Oh?" Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow slightly.
Unexpectedly, while I was away, a cultivator from the Central Region Xuanmen visited me.
It seems I underestimated the value of being renowned throughout the Northern Region.
"If this person is still in the Immortal City, I'll go see him later."
Lu Changsheng said that he felt it was only right and proper for him to meet the other party who had come to visit and expressed goodwill.
However, he had been fighting magic and using his divine sense techniques repeatedly, and had just used the Six Desires Heart Demon Technique to bewitch people. He was very tired and decided to rest for a while.
At the same time, in a hazy, endless void, turbulent currents surged and swept across the vast emptiness.
A nascent soul clad in armor and carrying a pale golden seal traversed the void.
It is unknown how long he fled before Luo Fuzi, looking exhausted, slowed down.
Although the nascent soul spirit body ignores all kinds of spells and restrictions, its escape speed is far beyond that of ordinary beings.
It can cross at high speed for extended periods, but it also consumes the primordial essence of the nascent soul.
"What is this person's background? Not only does he possess a heaven-reaching spiritual treasure, but he also knows such a top-level demon king."
"Moreover, this great demon king suddenly appeared, clearly having been lying in wait in the shadows for a long time. Could it be that this person deliberately lured me here?"
Recalling his battle with Lu Changsheng, Luo Fuzi felt extremely frustrated.
Although Lu Changsheng possessed a Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure.
However, given the opponent's cultivation level, unless they burn their lifespan or the essence of the spiritual treasure, they simply cannot unleash the power of the Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure.
If it weren't for the sudden attack by the Turtle Immortal Ancestor, even if the opponent used a Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure, he was confident he could retreat.
But now, he has ended up with his physical body destroyed!
Although it is possible to possess another body and rebuild one's cultivation.
However, once a cultivator possesses another body, their original essence is damaged, and their cultivation level declines.
Even if he returns to his peak, his potential will be limited, and he will have no hope of reaching the late Nascent Soul stage.
Moreover, he fled in such haste that, apart from the two secret treasures carried by his Nascent Soul spirit body, he didn't have time to take any other spiritual treasures or spatial items with him.
"hateful!!!"
Luo Fuzi's eyes were filled with hatred.
I never imagined that after dominating the Southern Wilderness for hundreds of years, I would suffer such a terrible setback here.
But when faced with an enemy like Yangming Zhenjun, he felt powerless even if he wanted revenge.
"Report this information and spread it to the major powers in the Central Region."
Luo Fuzi came up with a way to take revenge.
However, in his current state, he is unable to go to the Central Region to report it.
Moreover, he offended people in the Central Region in his early years.
If the other party finds out that my physical body has been destroyed, they will definitely come looking for trouble for me immediately.
As for asking a friend to do it for you...
We should at least wait until he completes the possession and his cultivation returns to the Nascent Soul stage before discussing it further.
"This person is very likely to spread the news that my Nascent Soul has been destroyed. I must hide before this news gets out!"
Although Luo Fuzi has become famous throughout the Northern Region, he has also made many enemies.
These people couldn't do anything to him before.
If news of his injury and physical destruction spreads, many cultivators will surely come to investigate the truth and take action against him.
"Let's go back to Mount Luofu first. With the Nine-Aperture Stone Embryo, I can return to my peak in at most thirty years. Then, we can make further plans."
The Nine-Aperture Stone Embryo is a top-tier treasure that Luo Fuzi obtained in his early years, which can be used to refine external avatars.
He did not carry this stone embryo with him.
It was placed on Mount Luofu to absorb the essence of heaven and earth, and was prepared to be used to cultivate the external avatar after breaking through to the late stage of the Nascent Soul stage.
In addition, it was also considered that if one encountered danger outside and the physical body was destroyed, the nine-aperture stone embryo could be used as the physical body.
I never imagined that such a day would actually come.
(End of this chapter)