Immortal Road.

"!!!"

The entire audience held their breath, completely silent. All the disciples were staring intently at the door, especially at the left foot that stepped out.

The five Nascent Soul stage cultivators in the sky also widened their eyes, their hands trembling as they slowed down their movements.

It was a brand new wind door, with a thick frame carved with wind patterns swirling with clouds and mist, and layers of spiritual restrictions encircling it. At first glance, it looked like an extraordinary treasure!
Behind the door was a deep, dark void, its outline hazy. A figure walked out unhurriedly, first with one foot, then with the whole leg, and then with the rest of the body.

When the disciples of the Xun Gu Sect dared not even breathe too loudly, they burst into cheers as soon as they saw the unique sect leader token on the newcomer's waist!
It's the cult leader!
Even without seeing its true face, this familiar figure has been carved and stood in their Tianfu Mountain Square for hundreds of years.

And it looks exactly like the Yuan Nian avatar next to it!
The timid Zouwu immediately contracted its pupils, stretched its face, snorted, and involuntarily took a slight step back.

The Grand Preceptor of Guhun was startled; his calves trembled, and his eyes darted around as he began to search for a way out.

Even the fierce and menacing Old Demon of the Netherworld couldn't help but feel surprised and doubtful, questioning his own judgment.

Until the person behind the door truly walked out, an aura trembling from the void of heaven and earth spread out, sweeping away all external influences!
"The Ancient Seeking Cult Leader? You actually came back!"

The wind and thunder primordial energy that had been wandering between heaven and earth instantly became active, overwhelmingly repelling the other five elements. Within a radius of a hundred miles, there was a faint sense of oppressive domain, a symbol of status that only those close to the Void Realm possessed!
Lin Shan waved his hand slightly, and the portal behind him and Yuan Nian's avatar both retreated faintly.

Cheers erupted from below, growing louder and louder, while the five primordial spirits wore grim expressions.

They never imagined that the leader of the Ancient Search Cult would be able to return to his lair so soon after killing the old witch in her true form.

Is this correct???
At the same time, my heart started pounding. Now that I was facing the enemy directly, how to steal their base was no longer important. What mattered was how to escape with my life!
The one who feared the most was the Venerable Zouwu, for while the others were manifestations of the original thought, he was the true form.

Could it be that I'll be the next one to fall, following in the footsteps of the old witch?

At this point, Shui Lingchuan stepped forward to clarify:

"Impossible! Don't be fooled, everyone! This could very well be an avatar, using a ruse to scare us!"

"Oh? The Empty City Stratagem? Elder Shui, what makes you say that?"

Lin Shan was amused by him; even at this critical juncture, Shui Lingchuan was still stubbornly holding on.

"If I remember correctly, I have already killed two of your Yuan Nian avatars. If this third one is gone today, will you still have the ability to walk in the outside world?"

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Shui Lingchuan's throat was instantly blocked, and he couldn't utter a single word.

Although the Green Bamboo Sword Master of the Spring and Autumn Sword Sect was afraid, he still stood up to encourage the other three, saying that they should not be scattered when things are in a critical moment.

“Your true form just killed Fellow Daoist Wu outside. Even if you are fast, you can’t possibly get back in an instant. This deception is nothing more than an attempt to trick us or buy us time. We must not be fooled by him!”

"Green Bamboo Sword Master, you've truly grown old and your sword has become increasingly despicable. If it weren't for the bond between my third brother and your Spring and Autumn Sword Sect, would I have let you run rampant for so long?"

Lin Shan was dazzled by that green outfit. This old woman was always running around causing trouble, causing trouble at Bailu Academy, Guigu Holy Land, and now she was causing trouble at Xun Gu Sect.

Why is she everywhere?

At your age, why are you always making things difficult for yourself?
"Fine, since you're looking for death, I'll grant your wish. It won't take much effort anyway."

With a long sigh, he turned around and transmitted his voice in a low voice, giving a few instructions to the high-ranking members of the Xun Gu Sect who were waiting in ambush below, before waving his hand.

A long, square arcade made its debut.

The Metaverse Wind Corridor!

Upon seeing this treasure, the five people opposite them all changed their expressions and exclaimed in unison.

"A Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure?"

When the object descended upon them, they hastily unleashed their full power, but it shattered them all with a single blow, barely lasting half a breath, like ants trying to shake a tree.

Bang bang bang bang~~~
The five felt a burning pain in their palms and wrists, and a deep sense of powerlessness welled up in their hearts. Not only was the Tongtian Spiritual Treasure incredibly powerful, but the most crucial thing was that the divine essence that the opponent had injected into the spiritual treasure was genuine.

This is the strength that only a Nascent Soul stage cultivator possesses; the opponent is truly in their true form!
"run!"

Without any hesitation, Venerable Zouwu was the first to kick up his heel and run away, followed closely by Grand Preceptor Guhun. The old demon Jiyou and the other two turned away in the opposite direction. Even Shui Lingchuan and Green Bamboo Sword Venerable, who had been so stubborn just moments before, were now in a panic and ran away in their own places.

Seeing their arrogant enemy scatter like birds and beasts at the slightest provocation.

Endless hissing echoed from below Tianfu Mountain, and birds fluttered up into the sky, all the oppressive aura vanishing overnight.

Lin Shan composed himself, simply flipping his hand to activate the third form of the Yuanjie Wind Corridor.

The wind corridor instantly extended infinitely, rapidly expanding with the wind, replicating itself to the horizon with lightning speed, just like the Great Wall!
Then it surrounded it from all sides, forming a sky-covering wind curtain that blocked it out, creating a circular corridor that stretched from end to end before rapidly contracting.

The rapid shifts in tension and relaxation were breathtaking. Upon closer inspection, five figures were found trapped inside the circular corridor, struggling desperately, yet none of them managed to escape!

"Once you fall into my hands, it would be a miracle if you could escape."

The Illusion Corridor is an endless space filled with countless illusions. The spirit of the artifact sets up corresponding illusionary challenges based on the emotions collected from the opponent's overflowing thoughts.

They were separated into their own groups, and even if they broke through one, there was another. The entire corridor was circular, which meant that they could never get out of this circle and could only go around in circles!
"Herod—"

The Zouwu Venerable was the most disruptive inside, revealing his true demon form as he galloped on horseback, recklessly charging through countless illusionary barriers, circling the corridor again and again.

The Demon King of the Netherworld also unleashed his trump card, with twelve demonic eyes descending upon the world wielding sharp blades. Twelve powerful cultivators surrounded him as he charged through the barriers, and they were equally invincible.

The Grand Preceptor of Guhun was relatively weak, not as violent as the previous two. He struggled against the illusion and was even forced to retreat.

Shui Lingchuan and Green Bamboo Sword Master are in even greater danger, because they are now fighting amongst themselves inside the Tongtian Spiritual Treasure!
"What's wrong with you, old woman? We're facing a formidable enemy, and you still want to fight me?"

"Little thief, give me your life!"

"No, if you don't want to live anymore, why are you grabbing me? If you know what's good for you, get out of here!"

"No one is going to save you today. You must be captured and taken back to apologize to my Kui'er."

It turns out that, under the influence of the illusion, Green Bamboo Sword Master, who was the key target of the Yuanjie Wind Corridor's breakthrough, mistook Shui Lingchuan for 'Zhong Shenxiu' and was now delirious, determined to capture his ally alive!

Shui Lingchuan was already in the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm, and his high level of cultivation brought him high resistance to illusions. Although he could see through some illusions, he couldn't help but encounter a terrible teammate.

The two fought fiercely inside, their faces flushed and necks red from the struggle to survive.

Lin Shan leisurely sat on the mountain and watched the tigers fight. He released his enhanced natal Heaven-Reaching Spiritual Treasure for the first time, and then personally blessed it with his own body. Suppressing a few Yuan Nian incarnations was a piece of cake.
The only one who could put up any resistance was the Zouwu Venerable, but this guy was strong but brainless. All he knew was to keep running and running, passing by the other four teammates again and again, and even almost knocking down the Guhun National Preceptor several times!
While the Grand Preceptor Guhun was being tormented in the illusion, a powerful force suddenly appeared from behind. The impact shattered his bones and slammed him against the railing, causing him to cough up blood and collapse to the ground, screaming in pain.

Just as he got up, the sound of horses' hooves sounded behind him.

"Herod—"

"Don't~"

Bang! ! !
This time, he was kicked dozens of feet away, then stomped on while lying on the ground, almost suffering internal injuries. Seeing that the time was right, Lin Shan immediately used "Yuanjie Exile," and a wind gate appeared in the circular corridor, directly throwing the Guhun National Preceptor out!
At the same time, a hazy gray domain opened up and instantly engulfed him.

shuh~
The environment changed drastically in an instant. Gu Hun Guoshi hurriedly clutched his chest and got up, staring wide-eyed, thinking he was hallucinating again.

Thick, malevolent gray mist floated all around, and countless tiny, scarlet eyes blinked in the darkness. A young man was being reprimanded in front of a tall, malevolent creature. Hearing the noise, he turned around in confusion.

"You are."

"Ghost Valley Saint Master Qianbu? I am the National Preceptor of the Guhun Kingdom of the Tubo Dynasty. I recently sent an envoy to Southern Ghost Valley to establish diplomatic relations with you. Tell me quickly, where is this place and how do I get out?"

Qian Bu looked him up and down in astonishment, then turned to look at the tall and mighty Sha Huang.

The Demon Emperor didn't move an inch, but simply raised his sharp claws and pointed downwards. Countless demonic creatures and demonic soul puppets immediately swarmed forward, instantly engulfing the area.

As the Grand Preceptor of Guhun screamed in agony, a terrifying chewing sound echoed within the Yuan Sha Domain.

Not long after that.

puff~
The Demon Lord of Extreme Darkness was also thrown in, surrounded by twelve demonic eyes that chattered incessantly as he got up and looked around, shouting.

"Where is this? Where is the leader of the Ancient Search Sect? Come out here, I have something to ask you!"

"My godfather is busy, so please tell me what you need to say."

Qianbu knew he was in for a lot of work. Whenever this happened, a steady stream of unlucky souls would be thrown in, keeping him busy.

This is also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to train troops!

With the Fiend Emperor and so many Fiend Soul Puppets backing him up, he could act with complete confidence and boldness, commanding his army to besiege and kill those in the Nascent Soul stage, and training this disorganized bunch into an elite force proficient in military formations.

And outside.

Inside the Yuanjie Wind Corridor, the Green Bamboo Sword Master had already gone mad, exchanging over a hundred blows with Shui Lingchuan. The two fought fiercely and thoroughly, revealing all their secrets.

Shui Lingchuan could see that he was struggling desperately, really wanting to keep this Yuan Nian avatar, but his teammates were completely affected by the illusion, so he had no choice but to kill him!
"Crazy woman, don't blame me for being ruthless. Blame yourself for being so unreliable, letting illusions control your mind without realizing it. Then die!"

Ding--

The opponent's sword was knocked away on the spot. The Green Bamboo Sword Master, on the verge of death, finally reacted a fraction of the moment, his pupils widening as he stared at the approaching figure. Terrified, he huddled in a corner by the railing and screamed.

"Do not!!!"

Shui Lingchuan showed no mercy, acting with exceptional decisiveness at the crucial moment. He was about to kill his teammate, his old face contorted with rage.

shuh~
Suddenly, he missed his target; the Green Bamboo Sword Master had been banished and teleported away, disappearing right before his eyes.

"???"

Shui Lingchuan was taken aback.

But the next moment, a strong wind suddenly came from behind, and the familiar sound of horses' hooves rang out, and a violent sense of crisis spread throughout his body.

"Herod—"

Bang!
Before he could react, he was struck squarely by the Zouwu Venerable. Instantly, countless bones in his body were broken, and he slammed heavily against the wall like a dead dog, sliding down helplessly.

Lin Shan smiled as he looked inside, and couldn't help but tease him.

"Elder Shui, this is the third avatar. If you fail me again, I wonder if you'll still be able to travel outside? Next time, you won't be so stingy as to use your true form, will you?"

"Master Lin, show mercy when you can!"

Shui Lingchuan lay prone in the Yuanjie Wind Corridor, feeling the Zouwu Venerable immersed in the illusion, circling around and around again, passing by him at lightning speed, and felt a deep chill.

Every time we meet, this kid brings me a different kind of surprise!

Last time it was the Heavenly Tribulation Divine Power, and this time it's the Heavenly Treasure. It seems that he has an endless stream of trump cards in his hands, with no limit to their number.

He was terrified and wanted to do everything possible to survive so he could return to the Holy Lord of Penglai to report in person and prepare a comprehensive response. He knew he couldn't let his guard down.

But Lin Shan didn't give him that chance at all.

"I'm not going to spare you. Now you'd better get on your way. And remember, don't let me see you again, or I'll kill you every time I see you!"

Exile from the Metaverse!
Shui Lingchuan was also thrown into the Yuan Sha Domain. Given his current severely injured state, his fate inside was predictable.

At this point, only Zouwu Venerable was left on the field, still huffing and puffing as he ran laps. It has to be said that the great demon's stamina is really good; he ran for so long without taking a break.

The reason we left it until last is because it's the main body. We can dissect it before killing it. Even donkey and horse rotten meat is still meat, and we can get a lot of good stuff from its whole body!
Such precious Tier 6 materials cannot be wasted easily.

He reached out, preparing to personally send the demon to its death, but at the last moment, as if sensing the impending danger, the Zouwu Venerable in the illusion suddenly shouted:
"Leader Lin, please don't kill me. I was forced into this situation, not acting voluntarily. If it weren't for the combined pressure from Penglai Holy Land and Spring and Autumn Sword Sect, how could I dare to oppose you?"

Lin Shan sneered and didn't stop what he was doing.

"You only realize your mistake now that you're about to die? What were you doing before?!"

"I was too lazy to even bother with you, but you still came to my doorstep. You really don't know your own strength and just blindly join in the fun. You deserve to die!"

“It just so happens that I think Venerable Kuisang, the master of the Kuihu Demon King in the Precipice Forbidden Land, is quite good. In the future, let him and his disciple take charge of the Kuihu Demon Clan on your behalf.”

"There's no need for regrets. I, the leader, will take care of everything after you pass away. Go in peace!"

The Zouwu Venerable was in a great hurry, jumping around incessantly in the illusion corridor, throwing a tantrum and screaming.

"No, no! Leader Lin, I'm willing to abandon darkness and embrace the light. Just spare my life, and I'll serve you faithfully without hesitation!"

"Serving him faithfully?"

Upon hearing this word, Lin Shan suddenly paused, then his lips twitched strangely.

"Why would I need to serve you? There's a horse right here! That'll do. Why don't you be my mount?"

Upon hearing that he could live, the Zouwu Venerable no longer cared about dignity, for as the saying goes:
Good people are often bullied, and good horses are often ridden!
If being a mount can save your life, then what does it matter if you're ridden? It's better than being skinned alive and having your tendons pulled out. You can immediately run around happily and scream with delight.

"I'm willing, I'm willing, I beg you, Master Lin, to spare my life!"

"Alright, I'll reluctantly accept you then."

Lin Shan clapped his hands and laughed, and his disciples from Tianfu Mountain cheered loudly, the echoes resounding and shaking the heavens.

Congratulations, Master, on the acquisition of your fine steed!

"Hahaha, good!" (End of Chapter)