Xianye

Chapter 478 Lu Rong
As soon as he finished speaking, a sound like two iron plates rubbing against each other suddenly came from the air. The blood burst out quietly and transformed into a tall man as soon as it landed.

Chen Heng saw that he was about twenty years old and looked very young, but his temples were completely white, as bright as mercury.

The man had long eyebrows and beautiful eyes, wore brocade robes and a jade crown, and was shrouded in a deep, dark mist of blood. Although it seemed as light as a ribbon, it inexplicably gave people a feeling of impenetrability, as if it were forged from an iron mountain, with an imposing and unyielding presence.

"Lu Rong, a true disciple of the Blood River Sect?"

Chen Heng's heart skipped a beat.

Although the Blood River Sect is located in the Southern Qianzhou and is separated from the Jade Emperor Sect in the Eastern Continent by vast oceans, the two sects are by no means strangers to each other.

The current situation in Nanqianzhou is one of two demonic entities.

The Xuanzhe is naturally the Yinjing Sect among the eight sects, while the two demons are the Xuanfeng Cave and the Blood River Sect.

Although the Blood River Sect is currently the strongest of the six demonic sects and has the potential to dominate the six sects, it is by no means an easy opponent, as it is also a major immortal sect that has been passed down from ancient times.

Because of the techniques and supernatural abilities within the sect, the Blood River Sect disciples have always been involved in killing and conquest. Like the Zhongyi Sword Sect, they enjoy searching for people to fight, and are known for their fierce reputation in the outer world, not inferior to the Innate Demon Sect.

However, in Chen Heng's view, the most eye-catching thing within the Blood River Sect right now is—

It was not the Blood God Child, renowned for his ferocity and strangeness, nor was it the supreme divine power of the Six Desires Demon True Light, the Turbid World True Revelation, or any other supreme divine power. Instead, it was an ancient killing sword called "Nirvana with Remaining Power"!
According to Western Buddhist teachings, the true nature of Nirvana is unknowable. Nirvana in this world is divided into two categories: "Nirvana with remainder" and "Nirvana without remainder".

Nirvana with remainder refers to the complete eradication of the afflictions and karmic causes of birth and death, but the karmic body resulting from the afflictions and karmic actions of the previous life still exists.

The so-called Nirvana without remainder refers to the complete exhaustion of the causes and effects of birth and death, the realization of the absence of self, the relinquishment of consciousness, and the cessation of being entangled by afflictions and obstacles...

In ancient times, at the Great Temple of Blissful Heaven, there was an ancient Buddha who was proficient in swordsmanship. He took the essence of two kinds of Nirvana and devoted all his efforts to forging two killing swords: "Nirvana without remainder" and "Nirvana with remainder".

Of the two killing swords, the Nirvana Sword can be traced back to its origin and cuts straight to the root.

Because there are countless ways to prolong life and avoid disaster in this world, even if you defeat your opponent in a battle, if your opponent has some powerful substitute death technique, you can still keep your life and prevent your primordial spirit from being completely destroyed, even if you cannot defeat them.

However, if one is ultimately killed by the Nirvana Sword of No Remaining, then even if one has cultivated many powerful supernatural abilities, it will still be useless.

That killing sword can destroy all the merits of the Avatamsaka Sutra, sever all causes of birth and death, and cause all sentient beings to be filled with fear. It can be said that it is a method that is born to restrain immortality.

If a cultivator of Netherworld True Water is killed by the Unreserved Nirvana Sword, even a True Water cultivator at the Great Perfection Realm will find it difficult to reverse the situation. Without the intervention of other variables, they will ultimately be reduced to ashes!
The Nirvana Sword without remainder is already so extraordinary and rare.

The Nirvana Sword, which is its counterpart, naturally has its own unique and wonderful uses.

Moreover, compared to the Nirvana Sword without remainder, the Nirvana Sword with remainder can be described as an absolute "demon sword", displaying its full madness and terror!
If someone possesses the Nirvana Sword and defeats an opponent, and that opponent is also a practitioner of the sword, the Nirvana Sword can extract the sword insights from that opponent and return them to the sword's owner for study and comprehension.

Not to mention the unparalleled killing power of the Nirvana Sword itself.

This alone is enough to astound and amaze all living beings in the world!
Although one must cultivate oneself in this world, regardless of the path or method, one must ultimately achieve self-realization.

If one relies too much on the power of the Nirvana Sword, it may seem that one's swordsmanship level has soared, but in reality, it will damage one's foundation and make it difficult to achieve higher realms.

However, in the eyes of those with discernment, the Nirvana Sword has existed in the world for countless eons, and countless sword masters have perished beneath its blade.

Sword practice requires not only to comprehend the mysteries of life and death, but also to absorb all knowledge, learn from others, integrate the essence of all, and finally develop one's own unique path, especially the final "true meaning of swordsmanship."

The saying "practice a thousand songs before you understand sound" perfectly illustrates this point.

On this level, relying on the power of the "Sufficient Nirvana Sword" is undoubtedly the best method. Not only Chen Heng, but most sword cultivators in the world who hear the name of this sword will inevitably be tempted.

"In the past, after the ancient Buddha of Dahui Temple forged the two killing swords 'Nirvana with Remainder' and 'Nirvana without Remainder', all the immortals, Buddhas and saints paid attention to it, and Dahui Temple also ushered in a period of glory. However, later, the Nirvana without Remainder sword was presented to the Dao Court by Dahui Temple, and even the Nirvana with Remainder sword was taken away by a group of immortals from the Blood River Sect in the chaos after the collapse of the ancient times."

Having lost those two deadly swords, and with the ancient Buddhas in the temple gradually perishing in the calamities, the once-mighty Dahui Temple has fallen to its current state as a third-rate religious sect, far inferior to its former self.

Chen Heng sighed inwardly. His gaze lingered on Lü Rong silently for a long while before finally shifting away.

Despite possessing ancient treasures like the "Nirvana Sword of Abundance" within its ranks, the Blood River Sect doesn't seem to have a large number of sword masters on the surface, not even as many as the Xuanfeng Cave in Nanqian Prefecture.

The Lü Rong before us, for example, showed no trace of swordsmanship whatsoever.

His aura was like a vast, raging torrent, and it was clear at a glance that he had mastered the Daoist arts of the Blood River Sect to perfection, so no one dared to ignore him.

Meanwhile, in the distant Mowu Continent of Hongjingtian, he unexpectedly encountered a true disciple of the Eight Schools and Six Sects, who was also from the Blood River Sect.

What exactly is this person's intention?

Just as Chen Heng was examining Lü Rong, this true disciple of the Blood River Sect was also slightly surprised, his eyes flashing.

He had been tracking the seventh son of the Demon Kingdom's Lord Leyang for over a month, and had already devised a plan. He was just waiting for the right opportunity to launch a thunderous attack.

Unexpectedly, someone else also set their sights on this spoiled brat.

That person was also a true disciple of one of the eight sects and six schools, a first-grade Golden Core cultivator from the prestigious Jade Palace.

Back in the Blood River Sect days, Lü Rong had heard of Chen Heng and knew that Chen Heng had won first place in the Purple Mansion during the Dragon Palace's selection of a son-in-law, overpowering Zhou Shiyuan of the Innate Demon Sect and a group of extraterrestrial cultivators. His methods were indeed remarkable.

When Chen Heng killed Chen Yushu, the Divine Descendant, in the Ganliu Medicine Garden, almost all the Great True Lords of the Nine Provinces and Four Seas were astonished, and even the Dao Lords of various sects turned their attention to him. There was no reason for Lü Rong to miss such a strange event.

For the true talents of the Six Sects, it doesn't matter whether they despise or admire Chen Yushu's actions.

He was someone who had entered the "Water-filled Cave of Destiny" and personally witnessed Chen Yushu preaching and expounding the Dharma to them.

Regarding Chen Yushu's supernatural powers.

Those like Lü Rong, who come from one of the Six Sects, probably know more than the younger generation of the current Xuanmen Eight Sects!

The universe revolves, birth and death originate from one source, the Dao operates in a mysterious unity, and it governs the spiritual pivot—

Many members of the Six Sects do not refer to themselves as members of the Demonic Sect, but instead call themselves the Yuan Sect, intending to separate themselves from the Heavenly Demons and showing contempt for demons.

The reason why Chen Yushu was revered as "Master Yuan" and called "Demon Master" by the cultivators of the eight sects was not only because of his immense power, but also because he had repeatedly performed rituals in the cave, seemingly enjoying it immensely and without any restrictions based on status. Many young cultivators from the six sects had received guidance from him in their cultivation.

Even a true disciple of the Blood River Sect like Lü Rong received considerable inspiration at Chen Yushu's dojo, let alone ordinary members of the Demonic Sect.

After Chen Heng became famous throughout the world with the divine body of Chen Yushu, even the arrogant and aloof Lü Rong found it somewhat unbelievable and had the idea of ​​fighting him.

In Lü Rong's view, Chen Heng's actions were far more serious than his own first-grade golden elixir.

Lu Rong was originally a veteran Golden Core cultivator of the Blood River Sect.

If it weren't for waiting for the Dan Yuan Conference, he could have broken through the Yuan Shen barrier long ago and entered another level of immortal realm.

Although the annual evaluation of talent is related to factors such as physical attributes and innate abilities, the main focus is ultimately on combat performance. After all, verbal arguments are useless; the real test is in the hands of the fighters.

Veteran Golden Core cultivators like Lü Rong have not made a move in a long time. Although most of them are no longer on the Golden Core ranking list at the annual ceremony, at the Dan Yuan Conference, it is likely that no one would dare to underestimate these True Persons who have reached the pinnacle of the Golden Core realm.

Lu Rong had never underestimated this man, but judging from Chen Heng's words, it seemed that his method of concealment had never been hidden from Chen Heng's eyes and ears from the beginning. Upon closer examination...

That's quite interesting...

"Why did this person go to such lengths to come to Hongjingtian? And why is he targeting the same demon cultivator as me? Could it be that he has also discovered that opportunity?" Lu Rong frowned secretly.

Just as the atmosphere grew increasingly tense, and Ge Ji, who was standing to the side, was already stunned and at a loss for words, a cloud of demonic energy suddenly rose from the camp and then flew fiercely toward them.

Lu Rong glanced at Chen Heng, said nothing, and with a flick of his shoulder, he transformed into a drop of blood and instantly burrowed into the body of a small jumping spider not far away.

Chen Heng remained expressionless, took the still clueless Ge Ji into the Five Qi Universe Circle, and then turned around, and an old leaf quietly appeared on the cypress tree behind him.

After a while, a cloud of demonic energy rolled in, and hundreds of blue-faced, fanged demonic cultivators, armed with spears and knives, surrounded an old man with four arms and two heads.

After arriving at the place, the old man bowed slightly, sniffed carefully under the clouds, and shook the copper bells he was holding in his left arms at the same time.

The mountain peak beneath the clouds trembled violently amidst the deafening roar, dust billowed, and the rocks cracked inch by inch, as if half of the entire mountain was about to collapse.

The commotion lasted for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn. Seeing that nothing unusual was found, the old man slowly put away the copper bell, but there was still some suspicion on his face.

"That's strange. I seemed to have noticed something unusual just now, but it disappeared when I came over."

The old man muttered something:
"Could it be that he's been working too hard lately, and now he's making a fuss over the slightest thing?"

The group of demon cultivators beside him burst into laughter upon hearing this. Since there was still some fine blood food prepared in the camp, they coaxed the old man back to the camp with their chatter.

"Enough, enough, we can't drink again tomorrow! Our lord has already been delayed here for several days in order to catch that Lin fish. If we don't work harder, I'm afraid our lord will be angry."

Half-heartedly, the old man uttered only these words before being ushered away.

After a while, a jumping spider suddenly sprang up from the dust, and Lü Rong flew out from it with a flick of his sleeve, while Chen Heng also revealed himself at the same time.

"..."

Lu Rong glanced at Chen Heng, and although he didn't say anything, he knew that he had already lost to Chen Heng in that subtle contest.

This person, who was clearly still carrying the burden of Ge Ji, could easily conceal his aura. Moreover, if one did not see it with their own eyes, it would be difficult for anyone to easily see that the leaves on the branch were Chen Heng's true form.

This person's skill in feigning appearance and concealing one's aura is indeed superior to mine.

“This is not a suitable place to talk, Master Chen, please.” Lü Rong said with great interest, bowing slightly.

After saying this, the man leaped up, and suddenly a blood-red light danced, like layers of lotus blossoms opening, leaving only an empty space in the original spot.

"Is this the Blood River Sect's Crimson Lotus Shadow Step Technique?"

Chen Heng smiled, his sleeves fluttering slightly, and disappeared in the blink of an eye as the breeze blew by.

An hour later, in a desolate valley, rarely visited by people and filled with ancient trees.

A streak of blood-red light crashed through the howling wind, and Lü Rong emerged from it. He looked at Chen Heng on the opposite mountain peak, a strange light flashing in his eyes, but he quickly concealed it.

Lu Rong pondered for a moment, then cut to the chase:

"Master Chen, let me be frank. I already consider Yu Xiaoyu, the seventh son of the Duke of Leyang, who was in the camp just now, to be my prized possession. I intend to use his identity to enter Yuhu Mountain to do something. What are your thoughts?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Heng glanced at him, slightly surprised.

In the past few days, Ge Ji has carefully considered the matter and found that someone with both status and position would be able to persuade the Prince of Yong to break the mountain ban and would also be convenient for Chen Heng to take action.

After much thought, the only one who could be the seventh son of the Duke of Leyang was Yu Xiaoyu.

It's not surprising that Lü Rong also had his eye on Yu Xiaoyu, since the two had just met outside Yu Xiaoyu's tent.

But this person also wanted to use Yu Xiaoyu's identity to enter Yuhu Mountain, which coincided with Chen Heng's plan, making it quite interesting.

"To be honest, I also plan to enter Fish Lake Mountain," Chen Heng nodded and said.

"Is that so?"

Upon hearing this, Lü Rong was initially surprised, but then he made no attempt to conceal his thoughts and spoke frankly:
“Yuanzuo Ganoderma is abundant in Fish Lake Mountain. By chance, I learned that Yuanzuo King Ganoderma will appear in Fish Lake Mountain soon. This kind of external medicine is useful for my cultivation. I am determined to obtain it!”
Let me make this clear from the start: if Master Chen is also here for Yuanzu Wang Zhi, then let's settle this once and for all.

It's better to settle the score now than to engage in a fierce battle at Fish Lake Mountain, only to be captured by those cunning and ruthless individuals and become a laughingstock for the world!

As he finished speaking, Lü Rong's eyebrows suddenly shot up, and his violent and demonic aura was no longer concealed. It surged up into the sky, as if he was about to launch a sudden attack at any moment.

“I did not come for Yuanzu Wang Zhi, so please feel free to do as you please, Master Lü.” Chen Heng shook his head.

"Is this not untrue?" Lü Rong continued to ask, his arrogance undiminished.

"If I truly desired that medicine from outside the gate, I would have taken it myself. Why would I waste my breath arguing with you here?" Chen Heng said calmly, standing with his hands behind his back.

"..."

Lu Rong pondered for a while, then suddenly smiled inexplicably and said, "Alright, I believe you. But since we both want to enter Fish Lake Mountain and have our eyes on the same target, why don't we cooperate?"

You mean join forces?

"Although there is a distinction between the mystical and the demonic in this world, most of those are just the foolish views of idiots. Our two families have had a friendship since ancient times, so it is not surprising that we are joining forces now."

Furthermore, this place is ultimately a demon kingdom. If we, the human beings, reveal our whereabouts, we will inevitably be besieged and annihilated, especially since the battle is raging in the neighboring Liyang Continent. Under such circumstances, we should unite as one.

Seeing that Chen Heng didn't seem to object, Lü Rong's gaze sharpened, and he changed the subject, his tone somewhat meaningful:

"However, if we join forces, who will be in charge and who will be in charge? And if we disagree, whose orders should we follow? This matter still needs to be discussed."

Chen Heng smiled and said, "Master Lü, you've said all this just to have a fight with me, haven't you? I'm also eager to test the true methods of the Blood River Sect. Please, stop now."

"The figure who once slew that Yuan Master's divine incarnation is right before my eyes. My fighting spirit is truly hard to suppress. And since I cultivated to the Inner Realm, looking across the Nine Provinces and Four Seas, there are very few who can match my fighting prowess in the Golden Core Realm..."

Lu Rong sighed, a rare occurrence, and his face showed sincerity.

He raised his hand, and hundreds of thin, long blood streaks shot through the air with lightning speed, reaching Chen Heng in the blink of an eye.
"Master Chen, I apologize for the offense."

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