Born with immortal seed

Chapter 677 The Red-Bearded Gentleman's Visit

"Which True Lord has come to visit?"

Ma Ruoxi concealed herself and quietly descended into Rotten Axe Mountain, where she asked her disciple a question.

"It seems to be the Great True Monarch of the Five Thunder Sect, who wants to visit our master. He has already sent people to inquire twice... but has not received a clear reply. This time, he came to visit in person."

As the only third-generation disciple under the Sword Lord of Time, Tian Yangsheng was highly regarded within the Qingfeng Sect, and many people wanted to befriend him.

He wouldn't be in Black Mountain, otherwise, according to the sect's old rules, the spots for his personal guards would be fiercely contested.

News from the sect is readily available; a single inquiry is enough to receive immediate reports.

"They must have come to ask their master for help in exploring the bottomless water eye together..."

Ma Ruoxi had heard Bai Zichen mention this matter. Although Ao Laolong had ascended to heaven along with the Heavenly Punishment Peak Master and the Ice Soul Fairy, his Nascent Soul lair was definitely more dangerous than the three great royal courts of the demon race. Who knew how many fifth-order techniques he had hidden there?

Moreover, a mysterious powerful figure from the demon race has disappeared, who is likely someone from the Heavenly Demon Realm.

That place is at the end of the Black Sea, with all sorts of natural dangers that could cause even a Nascent Soul cultivator to perish.

For the Five Thunder Sect alone to achieve its goal would be an impossible task.

The Great True Lord of September participated in the pioneering war, aiming for the Myriad-Foot Water Eye.

Aside from exchanging a few Thunder Beast Demon Cores and Thunder-type materials, I haven't used most of my pioneering merits.

On the other hand, the Moral Sect has agreed to send one Nascent Soul True Monarch each from Heavenly Punishment Peak, Yellow Court Peak, and Contemplation Peak to assist them.

However, to ensure the success of this trip, the Time Master still needs to join.

After all, even disregarding the restrictions that Ao Laolong might have created over thousands of years in the Ten Thousand Zhang Water Eye.

Even that fleeting dragon demon was not easy to deal with.

"Let's go. Senior Brother Wei can only entrust the task to Xu She; he can't make decisions on behalf of Master."

Ma Ruoxi looked away; these things were too advanced for her.

Normally, let alone Core Formation cultivators, even many Nascent Soul True Monarchs wouldn't be qualified to know the inside story.

"Our grandmaster is unparalleled in the world, his swordsmanship talent is unmatched throughout the ages. Even a top cultivator like the Great True Monarch of the Ninth Month, who has been famous for hundreds of years, has asked to come to our door... Before long, our sect will surely become a top sect in the cultivation world!"

He felt honored to have received such care from Heaven, his face beaming with pride.

Ma Ruoxi smiled without saying a word, as if she saw her younger self in him.

Her generation of sect disciples grew up during a period of rapid expansion, watching Qingfeng Sect transform from an ordinary Core Formation level sect into a Nascent Soul level sect that could not be ignored in the entire Northern Region.

He harbored a deep sense of pride, naturally aiming to surpass the previous generation of disciples.

By the time the younger generation, including Tian Yangsheng, entered the sect, Qingfeng Sect already dominated the Northern Region.

Today, it has become one of the most influential sects in the entire cultivation world.

It's normal to have similar thoughts.

However, Ma Ruoxi was well aware that Qingfeng Sect was still far behind the top-tier sects. Although it was far ahead of high-end combat power, it was far behind in terms of mid-level cultivators and grassroots disciples. The sect's tens of thousands of years of accumulated experience could not be caught up in a hundred years.

Only when a sect has a stable pool of Nascent Soul cultivators in addition to its two patriarchs can it be included in the evaluation.

Qingxia Cave.

"Fairy Guanghan, these are the top-grade spirit stones we received in this settlement, a total of 320... In addition, there are two other resources. As per Master's instructions, I will send a letter to Senior Brother Li later, and let the Fish-Dragon Sect take over them."

Every time Ma Ruoxi returned here, she had to hold her breath.

The fifth-tier spiritual land is filled with tangible spiritual energy that drifts down like willow catkins, making one feel as if they are floating on air.

One breath is enough to feel your meridians swell and your body overflow with spiritual energy.

However, the difference in cultivation level is too great; fifth-order spiritual energy is not honey but poison.

Absorbing too much leads to its accumulation in the meridians, requiring considerable effort to resolve and expel, thus becoming an obstacle in spiritual practice.

During his seclusion this time, Bai Zichen said he had gained new insights into swordsmanship and released the Jade Rabbit and the rolling rabbit, leaving them outside the cave.

Ma Ruoxi dared not call him by his name directly; when not in front of her master, she still addressed him by his old title.

"Xiao Xi, you're here!"

The little girl, with her hair in two buns and still no more than three feet tall, hopped and skipped around, grinning happily.

She still preferred to be called the Moon Fairy, a title she had seen in books. A powerful female immortal in the upper realm used this title, but how could she dare disobey her master's order to change her name?

Even the silly bear, Gun Gun, after it started talking, called her Rabbit. It could only satisfy its vanity by talking to the younger generation.

"I don't understand these things. Since the master has entrusted them to you, just handle them as you see fit. They're just minor matters anyway... Even if you make a mistake, you can just correct it. Does anyone dare to bring these things up in front of you?"

The jade rabbit took the box of top-grade spirit stones, fiddled with them enviously for a moment, then stuffed them into the pouch on its belly, where they slid in with a whoosh.

"No, not at all... Has Master shown any signs of emerging from seclusion? The Great True Monarch of the Five Thunder Sect personally came to visit, requesting an audience."

Ma Ruoxi was certainly not relaying a message on behalf of the Great True Lord Jiuyue, but rather, after years of diligent practice, she had finally mastered the Azure Emperor's Longevity Sword.

It's like a child who has learned a new skill always wants to show it off to their parents.

However, this time-manipulation technique cannot be demonstrated like other spells. Beginners will not even have the chance to draw their swords unless they hide them for a hundred years.

Even when the time is up, they are reluctant to waste their precious time on routine drills, and they will surely use it to their advantage at the critical moment.

"How could I possibly pry into my master's movements... Why don't you ask Gun Gun? After its Bai Ze bloodline was activated, its strength increased by leaps and bounds, and its bloodline supernatural powers became more and more powerful. Perhaps you can see something from the changes in its aura."

The Jade Rabbit shook its head like a rattle drum.

"It's nothing urgent, there's no need for that."

After hesitating for a moment, Ma Ruoxi gave up the idea of ​​looking for Gun Gun.

Back when they were still in Flaming Mountain, Bai Zichen often left Gun Gun on the mountain when he went out. She often fed him and had a good relationship with Gun Gun.

However, as a disciple, spying on the time when the master emerges from seclusion, regardless of whether there is any ulterior motive, is a transgression.

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, they left Qingxia Cave.

"Not too stupid."

Jade Rabbit watched Ma Ruoxi's departing figure and returned to the depths of Qingxia Cave, where Gun Gun was lying on the ground screaming and howling.

Clumps of body hair fell off, only to be replaced by new hair.

Despite the pitiful state, as the process progressed, the surging aura grew increasingly profound, approaching the peak of the third tier.

"As expected of the bloodline of the demon god, even if it is not pure enough, it is enough in the human world... In addition, the master will definitely bestow Moon Essence Elixir and Dragon Saliva Grass. For other demon beasts, advancing to the fourth level is extremely dangerous, but this silly bear may be able to complete it in just twenty or thirty years."

Thinking of the hardships she endured on her path to human form and all the sacrifices she made, and comparing them to the rolling figure before her, the Jade Rabbit couldn't help but roll her eyes.

"Lucky bear cub, with this bloodline and the care of your master, you'll have no problem reaching the peak of the fifth rank. It's a pity that the bloodline I activated is not very useful, and I joined my master's sect too late, so even if there are good things, I may not get them."

"It's really amazing how the bloodline of the Bai Ze demon god could be mixed with that of the Taiji Bear. It's unbelievable."

The jade rabbit complained for a while, then found a blue stone, leaped onto it, and, imitating the human cultivators, sat cross-legged.

She refined the essence of herbs and plants she had accumulated while tending the herb garden, and the color of her once-red eyes faded considerably, revealing a clear and bright look.

Despite being a demon, he gave off the impression of a virtuous cultivator, with a clear and bright spiritual aura.

The superposition of two similar bloodlines did not cause the Jade Rabbit to undergo a qualitative change like the rolling rabbit, but it did bring new progress in the field of spiritual plants.

It can absorb and store all the essence of the herbs and plants that are usually scattered by the spiritual herbs it cares for, and after refining a certain amount, it can enhance its own demonic essence.

At the same time, this action will not affect the growth of the elixir.

Since the Jade Rabbit has no demon god bloodline to rely on, it can only make progress little by little and not let go of any room for improvement.

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As a sacred place for land-based demons, Lankeshan Mountain is inhabited by demons from almost every race.

When the holy land was captured, many were hunted down and driven away, but the number of monsters living in the mountains was still astonishing.

Ao Quan revealed his true form, flew past with a whoosh, and swallowed several yellow sheep and a blue ox before finishing his meal. He then found the most comfortable spot to lie down.

"Why not take me as a spirit beast? Don't you see my potential? My bloodline is second only to Ao Bing in the entire Starry Sea. With the help of others, I may have a chance to advance to the Demon Lord. It's a pity I don't know what Ao Bing's mysterious plan has been all these years. My intuition tells me it must be related to the fifth rank."

Under the sunlight, every scale of the golden dragon shimmered with dazzling light. As a golden dragon beast, it had no trouble adapting to life on land after coming from the sea.

"Who's spying there? Show yourself at once!"

With a flick of its enormous dragon eyes, its tangible gaze swept back and forth, trying to force out the hidden opponent.

Having the bloodline of the Five Metal Heavenly Dragons, all of Ao Quan's supernatural powers will be affected and changed.

The same Yin-Yang Eyes of the Candle Dragon are two completely different eye techniques used by it and by the Dragon Lord.

"As expected of the Yin-Yang Eyes of the Candle Dragon, the number one spiritual eye divine power of the demon race. My Dragon Concealment in the Sky technique has never failed in front of people of the same level, but it was detected this time."

A ripple appeared in the void, and a middle-aged man with a flat nose, a wide mouth, and two long dragon whiskers at the corners of his mouth suddenly appeared.

"Red-bearded Lord... you actually dared to come to the mainland, and even to the Rotten Axe Mountain?"

Ao Quan transformed into human form, staring intently at the newcomer, secretly raising his guard.

"The Sword Lord of Time is in the mountains. Aren't you afraid that he will kill you with one sword and all your hard work will be for nothing?"

"Brother Quan is joking. I have never had a direct conflict with the human race. In the past, I had a very good private relationship with the True Monarchs of Cunsi Peak. Even during the war between the two races, I was stationed in the sea and did not follow the Dragon Lord into the inland. I have not stained my hands with much blood."

The middle-aged man showed no sign of panic; his two dragon whiskers twitched.

"I heard that Brother Quan has become the spirit beast of the Time Sword Lord. It is truly a cause for celebration. To become the spirit beast of such an immortal being, one's future is limitless. I am old and frail, and cannot compare to you."

"Tell me your intentions directly. We haven't reached the point where we can reminisce and chat casually."

Ao Quan felt a surge of anger. These words sounded harsh, as if they were laced with sarcasm and mockery.

Furthermore, since it wasn't even a true spirit beast of the Time True Lord, this evil fire burned even brighter, its killing intent surging forth.

As fellow top-tier demons of the outer seas, how could Ao Quan not recognize the Crimson Beard Lord? He was very familiar with that name.

As one of the few demons of ordinary bloodline who cultivated to the top level, the life of the Crimson Beard Lord is nothing short of legendary.

In his early years, he was merely a carp spirit from a large swamp in the Eastern Region. With such bloodline, even normal cultivation would be difficult to reach the third level.

Through a series of opportunities and his own amazing perseverance, the Red-Bearded Gentleman has come this far.

Even if one successfully leaps over the dragon gate, the dragon-carp bloodline is still at the bottom of the top bloodlines; it's just that the true dragon clan provides a channel for all the monsters in the world to rise.

"Brother Quan, do you know about the True Dragon Saint Son? Has the Dragon Lord revealed this information to you?"

The red-bearded man revealed a mysterious smile and lowered his voice to speak.

"Are you working for the True Dragon Saint Son?"

Ao Quan was startled and his body tensed up.

How could it not know this? A messenger from the Heavenly Demon Realm descended from the void passage, and it was none other than the Holy Son of the True Dragon Clan.

Every dragon is filled with curiosity about the holy son of their race from the upper realm.

Only when the bloodline of a true dragon is so thick as to be exaggerated will the body show traces of a sacred beast.

You can get feedback and rewards just by casually cultivating, but you can only get this honor if you have the opportunity to step into the realm of demon god.

The Holy Son Ying Guang will descend to the human realm, which will shock even the demon race.

For the True Dragon Clan, its personal value is no less than that of a Heaven-Opening Spiritual Treasure.

Even in the Heavenly Demon Realm, where it is easier to give birth to demons with pure bloodlines, those who can reach the standard of a Holy Son are still rare and not every generation has one.

Among the major holy clans, the position of Holy Son has been vacant for a long time.

Ao Quan naturally knew that the Holy Son Ying Guang had escaped from the battlefield between the two tribes and had not died while hiding in the shadows.

However, the tide of events is difficult to defy. Even the Nascent Soul Demon Lord has perished. How could a True Dragon Saint Son possibly defy fate?

If he truly had that ability, he should have seized the opportunity to kill the Sword Lord of Time on the battlefield that day, and the situation would not have deteriorated to this point.

"Indeed, the Holy Son asked me to pass on a message to Brother Quan... We are both of the true dragon bloodline, how can we submit to the human race and acknowledge them as masters, thus losing all face?"

The red-bearded man cupped his hands towards the east and said.

"The Holy Son said that as long as Brother Quan is willing to surrender, there is no need to rebel immediately. He only needs to provide intelligence in secret. His previous mistakes will be wiped clean and no one will pursue them again. In addition, he can teach him a secret technique to advance to the level of a Demon Lord."

Upon hearing this, Ao Quan's chest heaved violently, clearly indicating that he was quite agitated.

It wasn't excitement, but rather a kind of anger stemming from feeling humiliated.

They're practically untraceable, and when they offer conditions, they're stingy and offer nothing of substance.

Do they really think that at this point, the title of Holy Son still has much appeal?

The secret techniques for advancing to the Demon Lord level are passed down in abundance in the heads of every true dragon, but the key is that they must be practical and feasible to be effective.

If something truly has remarkable effects and is not difficult to achieve, it will definitely be stated directly and emphasized, rather than being vague like this.

They simply took the so-called secret techniques from the upper realm, showing no sincerity in recruiting anyone.

"I am of limited knowledge and skills and I am afraid that I may delay the great cause of the Holy Son. I apologize."

Ao Quan cupped his hands in greeting, deciding to avoid a complete falling out and preserve some semblance of goodwill.

(End of this chapter)