I conquer the immortal with my strength.

Chapter 612 Green Raven Ridge

The canyon walls are as if carved by a knife and axe, reaching straight into the clouds. The stone is dark in color, like an ancient behemoth looking down on the world, with a cold and inviolable aura.

Occasionally, immortals would fly by on their treasures, or ride on celestial birds or beasts, swooping down from the top of the cliffs, leaving behind dazzling streaks of light that illuminated the depths of the canyon, as if the heavens and earth held their breath.

As Xia Daoming approached the exit on his Cloud Mane Leopard, a luxurious convoy suddenly swept overhead.

The chariot shone brightly, surrounded by guards, some of whom were early-stage True Immortals, others were Void Immortals. The aura emanating from the chariot was like a mountain pressing down, making the pedestrians below the canyon feel rooted to the spot, unable to move an inch.

"Seven Assembled True Immortals!"

A golden light flashed deep in Xia Daoming's eyes. This was the first time he had encountered a mid-level True Immortal since arriving in the Earthly Immortal Realm!
"As expected of Luochuan County, it is a central county. A mid-level True Immortal who is considered a giant in Biyuan County and almost never appears in the world is so easy to encounter here! It seems that Luochuan County must be a gathering place for powerful people!"

Xia Daoming was secretly surprised and began to conceal his aura even more.

As it turned out, Xia Daoming's prediction came true.

Once you emerge from the canyon, the vast world on the other side of the Linggang Mountains comes into view.

The world is filled with the rich spiritual energy of immortals, the mountains are majestic and full of spirituality, spiritual creatures thrive in the valleys and cliffs, and the air is filled with fluctuations of spiritual energy.

While it is still rare for true immortals to fly through the air, the frequency is significantly higher than in Biyuan and Yuntai County, as if they are on a stage for the strong.

Along the way, we frequently passed by celestial abodes, and in the distance, the mountainside was shrouded in mist, with pavilions and palaces appearing and disappearing in the distance. Occasionally, immortals would ride celestial birds and fly out, soaring over the mountain peaks, bringing with them bursts of celestial light, as if heaven and earth were making way for them.

A powerful aura surged from within the cave, shaking the surrounding area. Even the powerful clans and tycoons of Biyuan County, who built their residences on the edge of the abyss, paled in comparison.

"If Zhongjun is like this, then how much more terrifying must the power of Shangjun's city, state capital, and even regional capital be? I must not easily set foot in Shangjun before I have truly grown stronger."

Xia Daoming felt a longing, but also became more vigilant—in this place where powerful figures abound, the slightest carelessness could lead to his death.
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A month later, Xia Daoming gazed at the mountains in the distance.

The mountains stand tall and verdant, shrouded in mist, yet flames soar into the sky from the center of the ridge, emanating a chilling aura—even from a distance, one can faintly sense the oppressive power of the flames.

In the mountains and forests, blue-feathered fire crows would sometimes swoop in and out, while in the center of the mountain ridge, flocks of crows would circle, their dark, fiery shadows carrying a suffocating intimidation, as if guarding the spiritual energy and secrets of the entire Azure Crow Ridge.

“That is the Azure Raven Ridge… The True Fire of the Sun is the ancestral fire of the Crimson Fire Raven Mother, and she will cherish it very much and will not easily give away even a little bit. If she does not agree, I cannot take it by force.”

Xia Daoming stopped at the foot of the mountain, gazing ahead, a hint of hesitation in his heart. After a moment, he suppressed his distracting thoughts and patted Yun Zongbao's head: "First, pay respects at the mountain, then have a proper conversation with her and try to reach a consensus."

This time, he no longer concealed his strength and directly released the aura of a True Immortal at the Third Assembly Realm. After all, the Crimson Fire Crow Mother was only at the Third Assembly True Immortal Realm, and could only fight beyond her level by relying on the True Fire of the Sun.

As soon as the aura was released, several of the Azure Feather Fire Crows circling in the air folded their wings, transformed into human form, and flew down in front of Xia Daoming. The leader was a male illusory immortal with black and blue hair and long, slender legs.

"Greetings, fellow immortal. May I ask which immortal mountain you come from, and what brings you to my Azure Crow Ridge?" The man bowed respectfully, but his eyes flashed with wariness.

"My name is Xia Daoming, from Biyuan County. I am here to discuss matters with your esteemed elder. Please allow me an audience, fellow immortal," Xia Daoming said, bowing.

Upon hearing that Xia Daoming was from Biyuan County, the man's vigilance lessened slightly, but he still dared not be careless—after all, Xia Daoming's strength as a Three-Part True Immortal was undeniable.

"So it's Fellow Daoist Xia! Please wait a moment, I'll go to the True Fire Palace to report to the clan leader." The man bowed respectfully.

"Thank you for your trouble, fellow immortal!" Xia Daoming cupped his hands in greeting.

After a while.

The man returned, creating a fiery cloud that carried Xia Daoming and the Cloud-Maned Leopard towards the area in the center of the mountain range where flames soared into the sky.

Before long, Xia Daoming arrived at a fiery mountain. Before him stood a palace surrounded by flames, like a golden sun, towering atop the mountain—inscribed with the three characters "True Fire Palace".

The flames rolled and shone with golden light, the intense heat seemingly burning away the heavens and earth.

A True Immortal of the Second Assembly came out to greet Xia Daoming and led him into the palace. Cloud-Maned Leopard remained outside the palace to wait.

Inside the palace, nine pillars of fire shot straight up to the dome, each blazing fiercely, with three-legged golden crow runes flashing on them, emanating a terrifying aura of fire that no one who got close could withstand.

At the very top center of the fire pillar sat an old woman with a pointed mouth, a thin face, and deep-set eyes.

Flames erupted from all around her, enveloping her completely. The aura emanating from her made this unassuming old woman appear incredibly majestic, as if the ancient fire goddess had descended upon the world.

The Crimson Fire Crow Mother did not rise, but simply pointed lightly to a pillar of fire on her left side and said indifferently, "Fellow Immortal Xia, please take a seat."

"Thank you, Fellow Immortal Crimson Fire!" Xia Daoming cupped his hands slightly, his figure floated up, and landed steadily on the pillar of fire.

The raging flames that seemed capable of burning the heavens and earth transformed into a gentle breeze as he sat down, softly caressing his body.

The Crimson Fire Crow Mother's originally indifferent eyes lit up slightly, and she said, "So you are also a person of the Fire Path, Fellow Immortal. What brings you here?"

"I have long heard that Fellow Immortal Crimson Fire inherits the bloodline of the ancient Fire Crow, is proficient in the Way of Fire, and possesses extraordinary skill in controlling fire. I have come here because of your reputation, hoping to explore the Way of Fire with you and seek mutual advancement," Xia Daoming replied with a smile.

"Oh, I see! I certainly don't mind exploring the Path of Fire with you, fellow immortal. However, since you are a guest, please speak first. I am all ears."

The Crimson Fire Raven Mother remained calm, but inwardly she didn't care.

She is a Azure-feathered Fire Crow, born with the ability to control fire, and with the ancestral True Fire of the Sun, she can fight against five True Immortals. She is extremely arrogant in the realm of fire.

Although Xia Daoming seemed to be proficient in the way of fire, he was ultimately a true immortal of the human race, and only at the third level of the realm. Naturally, she didn't take him seriously and her interest was rather indifferent.

"Very well." Xia Daoming nodded slightly, a faint smile on his lips, as if he was completely unaware of the Crimson Fire Crow Mother's aloofness and indifference.

He began by discussing the principles of fire, his words exuding composure and confidence.

When an expert makes a move, the difference in skill level becomes immediately apparent.

Xia Daoming's body not only contains three kinds of true fire: Netherworld Ghost Fire, Southern Bright Fire, and Nirvana Sacred Fire, but also has an ancient Fire Phoenix Tree sapling growing within him. Although limited by his cultivation level, his cultivation is not as high as that of a Fire-type Golden Immortal, but in terms of his comprehension and understanding of the Great Dao of True Fire, he is no less than a Fire-type Golden Immortal.

In terms of combat power, he has advanced to the Third Assembly True Immortal, achieving the unity of Dao and martial arts. Coupled with the Ancestral Dragon Overlord Body Divine Power, when he unleashes his full power, he can barely fight against a Ninth Assembly True Immortal.

The Nine-Assembly True Immortal has already reached the ranks of high-level True Immortals.

In contrast, the Crimson Fire Crow Mother's realm was only at the third level. Although she could fight against a fifth-level True Immortal with her True Sun Fire, her foundation and depth of understanding were far inferior to Xia Daoming's.

As Xia Daoming began to expound on the Dao, the Crimson Fire Crow Mother's originally indifferent expression gradually became solemn. She listened intently, her eyes fixed on him, afraid of missing a single word of the Dao of Fire.

Just as the Crimson Fire Crow Mother was immersed in discussing the Dao of Fire, a sudden alarm bell rang outside the palace, its sound shaking the heavens.

Xia Daoming stopped speaking and raised an eyebrow. The Crimson Fire Crow Mother on the pillar of flames hardened her expression, suddenly stood up, and the flames danced wildly. The nine pillars of fire in the hall roared to life, and the entire True Fire Palace seemed to have turned into a boiling inferno.

Before long, the Second True Immortal who had greeted Xia Daoming into the palace rushed in in a panic, saying urgently, "Mother, something terrible has happened! The Valley Master of Xuanyuan Valley is leading a large force and is pressing in on the border. They are now close to Biya Ridge!"

　That concludes today's update.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)