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Chapter 958 Meteorite Magic Crystal, the Whereabouts of the Mystic Water Crocodile

In the Cui Xu Garden, everyone was enjoying themselves.

Qin Ming reunited with these old friends from the mortal realm and chatted about some things that had happened over the years.

“Fellow Daoist Diaoyunsou, Brother Qi, if you two have nowhere to go, why don’t you stay in the Lingmiao Sect? That way, we can look after each other. After all, the Spirit Realm is facing a great calamity from the alien races. If you two stay in Tianxing City, as ascended cultivators, you might just be conscripted to the front lines to fight the demons.”

"Within the Lingmiao Sect, I dare not speak for other matters, but I can certainly provide you with some protection."

Upon hearing this, Qi Xiaoyu and Diaoyun Sou were filled with mixed emotions. They immediately stopped being coy and bowed to Qin Ming, saying:

"Then we thank Senior Qin for taking us in."

They weren't blind to the current situation; following Qin Ming, a powerful figure in the Integration Stage, was clearly the wise move.

Seeing this, Master Hanya quickly and slyly asked, "Senior Qin, what about me?"

This old fellow wasn't stupid either. After learning about Qin Ming's earth-shattering cultivation and supernatural abilities, and how he had killed a powerful demon, he was filled with admiration.

As a major sect that integrates cultivation levels, Lingmiao Sect, with its powerful leader protecting it, clearly has a bright future ahead in the path to immortality.

Qin Ming glanced at him, smiled slightly, and said, "Don't you have Brother Gu protecting you? Wouldn't it be better to follow him?"

"He is one of the Seven Sons of the Human Race, with a peak cultivation level of the Integration Stage. His cultivation is far superior to mine, who has just advanced to the Integration Stage. Do you still look down on him?"

"Besides, Brother Gu has already instructed me to safely escort you back to Qingfeng Valley in the Nine Dragons Domain."

Upon hearing this, Master Hanya looked embarrassed. Recalling that Senior Jin Guizi had been kind to him, he immediately said, "I was just saying. I'm just asking because you are all my former comrades and have come to Senior Qin's place."

Just then, the Sky-Eating Rat, who was serving tea and water nearby, suddenly asked him:
"Old Daoist Han Ya, you didn't come here empty-handed to offer your congratulations, did you?"

Upon being asked this question by the Devouring Sky Rat, the light in the Cold Crow Venerable's eyes immediately dimmed. He gritted his teeth, took out a wooden box from his robes, and handed it to Qin Ming:

"This is a congratulatory gift I prepared for Senior Qin. It was acquired at a major auction. It cost me most of my fortune to get it, so please accept it, Senior Qin."

Qin Ming took the jade box and immediately showed curiosity, asking, "What is this thing that could make Fellow Daoist Han Ya pay such a price?"

It should be noted that the fortune and foundation of the Cold Crow Master are extraordinary; to outsiders, he may just be an ordinary cultivator.

In Qin Ming's eyes, however, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call him a mobile 'human treasure trove'.

The rare treasures that Master Hanya possessed far exceeded his level of cultivation.

Furthermore, as one's cultivation level increases, one can continuously gather spiritual treasures from heaven and earth, becoming increasingly extraordinary.

Sometimes, Qin Ming even wondered if this Cold Crow Master possessed some special physique that attracted treasures.

Otherwise, it would have been impossible to unearth so many rare items.

The moment the Sky-Eating Rat saw the Cold Crow take out the jade box, its spirits lifted!
Its innate talent for finding treasure was now fueled by an intense longing that surpassed any treasure it had ever seen before.

Even the two seventh-order immortal herbs used to refine the Dao Integration Pill in the Soul Clan's ruins medicine garden are inferior to what is right in front of us.

As expected, the treasure that Master Hanya spent most of his fortune to acquire must be a top-tier item!
The Devouring Rat quickly leaned its head closer and said to Qin Ming eagerly, "Master, this is a wonderful treasure!"

Its words also revealed a deep longing.

Master Hanya said mysteriously, "Senior Qin will know at a glance. As for what it is, I am still studying it. However, after searching through ancient books, I found no record of it. But I have a feeling that this thing is definitely extraordinary, so I gritted my teeth and bought it."

Upon hearing this, Qin Ming immediately flicked his finger to remove the seal on the jade box and then opened the lid.

In an instant.

To everyone's astonishment, a fist-sized, blood-red crystal appeared before them.

When everyone tried to use their divine senses to probe the inside of the crystal and find out what was inside, they were blocked by a strange force and could not see through its depths at all.

Even with his powerful divine sense, comparable to the peak of the Integration Realm, Qin Ming still couldn't understand what it was.

However, just by the fact that this crystal was displayed in front of everyone, they could tell that it was definitely an extraordinary object.

Although its specific origin and purpose are unclear.

Just then.

The old demon Qingyang in the Lesser Spirit Realm was knowledgeable and immediately recognized the blood-red crystal in the jade box.

Even the usually composed man almost couldn't sit still, blurting out, "Isn't this the legendary 'Meteorite Demon Crystal'? Even a piece the size of a fingernail once caused a bloodbath in the Ancient Demon Realm. How did this old bastard manage to get such a large piece?"

“Young friend Qin, you’ve really struck it rich this time. All those rare treasures from heaven and earth, including the belongings of the Spirit Origin Ancestor, are far less valuable than a small piece of this meteorite magic stone before you.”

"Oh? Meteorite Demon Stone? What is that?" Qin Ming couldn't help but ask curiously when he heard even the old demon Qingyang say so.

After carefully observing it and confirming that he had not made a mistake, Qingyang Old Demon explained: "This 'Meteorite Demon Crystal' is a few crystal core fragments produced after the ancient Mahayana-level Heavenly Demon fell and its original essence blood fell into a small world. After the small world was destroyed, it was produced."

"The reason why these magic crystals are so rare is mainly because they are formed by the fusion and solidification of the essence of the Heavenly Demon's cultivation with the fragments of the laws of the broken small world. This situation is extremely rare, hence there are only so many of them."

"Even if a Saint Ancestor of the Ancient Demon Realm saw this, he would still fight against this heaven-defying demonic talent."

"Such a large meteorite magic crystal, even just a small piece could upgrade Friend Qin's Soul-Destroying Demon Sword to the level of a top-tier Dao Integration Treasure, greatly increasing its power!"

After listening, Qin Ming was surprised to find that the congratulatory gift presented by the Cold Crow Master was so valuable, just as the Devouring Sky Rat had said, it was the most valuable of all.

This 'Meteorite Magic Crystal' is so precious that it will be of great use in his future cultivation during the Integration Stage.

"Good heavens! It really is a heaven-defying treasure!" The Devouring Rat was practically drooling as it stared at the magic crystal.

Qin Ming, without revealing his thoughts, closed the jade box and put it away. In a truly good mood, he raised his teacup and thanked the Cold Crow Master:

"Fellow Daoist Han Ya is too kind. I will accept this generous gift. If you ever need any help in the future, please feel free to ask."

Upon hearing Qin Ming's words, Qi Xiaoyu and the others knew that the bloodstone was definitely extraordinary, since it could elicit such a statement from Qin Ming, a powerful cultivator at the Fusion Stage.

Master Hanya was stunned. He hadn't expected that the nameless stone he had just given away would be valued so highly by Qin Ming.

Actually, what he just said about spending most of his fortune to buy the stone at auction was all fabricated by himself.

The actual origin of this strange stone was that Master Hanya picked it up casually from the cave of an ancient cultivator. He couldn't figure it out himself, so he embellished it and gave it to Qin Ming as a congratulatory gift.

Seeing Qin Ming so happy, Master Hanya couldn't help but ask:
"May I ask, Senior Qin, what exactly is this bloodstone? Could you please enlighten us?"

Qin Ming smiled and put down his teacup, replying, "You don't need to know about this matter, otherwise it could easily bring trouble. Just know that this item is quite valuable."

Upon hearing Lian Qinming's words, Master Hanya immediately felt a pang of regret.
Next.

The gathering of old friends has come to an end.

Qin Ming then called Zhao Xuan in and had her take Qi Xiaoyu and the others to Lingmiao Sect to arrange cave dwellings and tasks, and settle them down.

Mu Qingyin's cultivation level recovered to the Refinement stage, and she went to serve as an elder at Talisman Peak.

Now that Qin Ming is the ancestor of the Integration Realm, the allocation of positions is just a matter of a word, and no one dares to disobey him.

Zhao Xuan looked at the Moon Gazing Ancestor before her, whose cultivation level far surpassed her own, and her expression was complex.

After Qin Ming became the patriarch of the Lingmiao Sect, he put her in charge of conveying his decrees, which greatly elevated her status.

Nowadays, the major peak masters of the Lingmiao Sect all treat her with flattery.

After settling things over with the old friends and seeing the crows off,

Qin Ming then called Baili Hui and Mo Lingwei in separately. "Baili Hui, Fairy Mo, I'm sorry to have troubled you two in looking after Little Turtle Peak all these years."

When Baili Hui and Mo Lingwei saw Qin Ming again, he had become a powerful ancestor. They were both excited and filled with mixed emotions.

The two quickly bowed and said, "You flatter us, Peak Master. If it weren't for your protection, we wouldn't be in this situation today. It's what we should do."

"Congratulations, Peak Master, on advancing to the Fusion stage! May your immortal path prosper forever!"

Mo Lingwei's expression was complicated, and at the same time, she was filled with envy for Qin Ming.

Even in the Spirit Realm, the Integration Stage is an existence that is unattainable.

She still vividly remembers the scene when Qin Ming, a rogue cultivator at the Qi Refining stage, came to her Qingxia Island seeking a roommate.
When they heard that Qin Ming had become the patriarch of the Lingmiao Sect, Baili Hui and Mo Lingwei even thought they had forgotten about the two of them.

Being personally summoned by the Ancestor of the Fusion Realm is a first for both of them in their lifetimes, and they are quite nervous.

Qin Ming asked the two to sit down casually, and then said earnestly:
"The reason I am the patriarch of the Lingmiao Sect is because of some matters, which were entrusted to me by Patriarch Lingyuan on his deathbed."

"I will not remain the sect's patriarch forever. When the Lingmiao Sect is reborn and reunited, or when the thousand-year period is over, I will return to Little Turtle Peak. Therefore, the two of you will continue to help me manage it."

"If I have time, I will go and take a look."

Hearing Qin Ming say this, Baili Hui and Mo Lingwei were overjoyed, as they were both quite familiar with their peak master's personality.

He prefers to be a free spirit, a wandering cultivator, and will not be bound by any sect or power.

Now, Qin Ming's words confirm this.

Having said that, Qin Ming flicked his finger, and a jade slip stopped in front of the two of them:

"You two have served me for so long, and your cultivation has reached the peak of the Nascent Soul stage. As long as you can collect all the items recorded in the jade slip, I will personally refine a batch of 'Yin Yang Returning to Emptiness Pills' for you."

A golden opportunity to refine one's inner energy!

Baili Hui and Mo Lingwei accepted the jade slip, their expressions deeply moved, their excitement lingering for a long time.

Qin Ming had witnessed their unwavering loyalty.

Then, Qin Ming remembered something and asked the two of them, "By the way, didn't Fellow Daoist Yue Lingyan return to Little Turtle Peak? Why didn't she come with you?"

Upon hearing this, the Sky-Eating Rat and the Little Silver Fox pricked up their ears.

Baili Hui smiled wryly and explained, "Fellow Daoist Yue Lingyan returned once after searching for opportunities, but she went out again after only a short time. Before leaving, she told us not to worry, saying she had some things to take care of in the demon realm."

Qin Ming nodded upon hearing this. The blood connection between her and the little silver fox was still there, indicating that her safety was at least not in danger.

It would be best if she could find her own opportunity.

If all else fails, I can just go to the demon race myself.

After all, it's not just Yue Lingyan, but also Xuan Shui Crocodile and Blue Ice Fairy who need to be found.

Now that Qin Ming has advanced to the Integration Stage, he is invincible below the Great Ascension Stage, and it's time for him to reclaim his former glory.

After Qin Ming and Baili Hui had a brief reunion.

Instead of making them rush back to Little Turtle Peak, they were allowed to explore the Lingmiao Sect for a while before returning.

He then had Zhao Xuan invite Elder Kui Mu of the Star Palace in alone.

Elder Kui Mu was originally planning to leave, but when he heard that Qin Ming wanted to meet with him alone, he showed a look of surprise.

He had already personally witnessed the newest member of the alliance, who possessed considerable connections and strength, and dared not be negligent. Under Zhao Xuan's guidance, he arrived at Cui Xu Garden.

"Fellow Daoist Qin, what brings you to see me alone?"

Elder Kui Mu adopted a very humble attitude.

After all, in the cultivation world, strength is paramount. Qin Ming's display of divine power, crushing the Ren Shui Ancestor and the Golden Ring Demon, is still vivid in his memory.

Qin Ming invited the other party to take a seat, and after having the Devouring Sky Rat serve spiritual tea, he got straight to the point and asked:

"To be honest, I invited Elder Kui Mu here specifically to inquire about the whereabouts of one of your disciples."

Upon hearing this, Elder Kuimu's hand, which had just raised its teacup, froze in mid-air, and he asked with extreme confusion:

"Oh? Disciples of our Star Palace? Fellow Daoist Qin, you might as well speak frankly. Even if I am not aware of these matters, I can find out by having my disciples investigate."

"He was a cultivator who ascended from the mortal realm, named 'Xiao Xun'," Qin Ming said directly.

As soon as he finished speaking, Elder Kui Mu stared blankly with a strange expression. He hadn't expected that Qin Ming would be asking about the woman's whereabouts.

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the other side.

In the distant ancient demon realm.

At the bottom of a deep abyss, the Xuan Shui Crocodile stood proudly with its tall body, its large hands gripping a man's head.

At this moment, the aura emanating from the Xuan Shui Crocodile had completely surpassed the sixth rank, exuding the terrifying aura of a true seventh-rank fusion demon general.

Moreover, it is much stronger than ordinary seventh-order great demons, reaching the level of ancient true spirits at the fusion level!
The person held captive by the Xuan Shui Crocodile was covered in blood, looking like a dead dog, with a miserable expression.

However, one could still vaguely make out that this person was actually the Holy Son of the Night Owl Clan.

At this moment, the Holy Son of the Night Owl Clan had lost his former arrogance and pride; his eyes were filled with deep fear, and he repeatedly begged for mercy from the Black Water Crocodile:

"Spare my life!"

"Please, Senior Xuan Shui, spare my life! I made a mistake because of some inexplicable lapse of judgment!"

"I really don't know where that Blue Ice Fairy has ended up."

The Black Water Crocodile's eyes flashed with ferocity, and with a flick of its bushy beard, it simply snorted coldly:

"You don't regret dying."

As soon as he finished speaking, his massive, steel-like hand crushed his head with a loud 'bang'!
Blood mist filled the air, and the atmosphere was thick with the scent of blood and carnage.

After crushing the Night Owl Clan's Holy Son, the Xuan Shui Crocodile took out a demon core from his body and swallowed it.

Beside him stood another person, watching all of this without moving.

This person was an extremely handsome young man, dressed in a dragon-scale robe, with a noble air about him.

Even in terms of nobility, he surpasses Qin Ming's former superior, the 'Bai Ze Demon Emperor,' back in the Ancient Demon Realm.

"Fellow Daoist Xuan Shui E, with your current abilities, you possess both the ancient Golden-Winged Roc and the True Dragon bloodlines, two supreme beings. It is only a matter of time before you achieve the Great Ascension stage."

"There's even a chance to become a Demon Emperor, so why continue to follow a human cultivator?"

Xuan Shui Crocodile stared coldly into the distance and said in a low voice, "You don't understand. My master's abilities and fortune are incomparable to those of ordinary cultivators. He may have already achieved the Integration Stage."

"Once he advances to the Integration stage, no one below the Mahayana level will be able to rival him."

(End of this chapter)