The Primordial Law

Chapter 256 The Temple of Crossing Tribulations

"Back then, everyone in the Thunder Cloud Sect called themselves gods. They went from being arrogant and conceited to being ruthless and cruel, just like they are now, causing chaos throughout the world."

"After years of war, when the whole world was exhausted and all sides were worn down, the situation gradually became clear, and the people from the Du'e Temple came to me."

"They won't intervene directly, but will promise to give me ten longevity pills every year, as well as rare resources for cultivating transcendence and life-extending elixirs."

"As soon as the news came out, talented people from all over the world flocked to join him, and even old folks whose lifespans were nearing their end also attached themselves to him."

"Before this, I was already the largest rebel army in this land. With their resource support, I gained more strength, which naturally allowed me to grow rapidly and sweep across the world. This shortened the duration of the turmoil and reduced many casualties."

"After the establishment of Lingxiao Palace, in return, the resources of the habitat will be given to them first. In return, they will still send ten longevity pills to Lingxiao Palace every sixty years to consolidate Lingxiao Palace's dominant position."

"It's like, I killed a dragon, and they took its bones, its seed, and its palace."

Li Weiyi could detect the dissatisfaction in Chan Hai Guan Wu's tone: "They invested a lot of resources, and after success, they want a return, which I think is perfectly reasonable. Investment always carries risk. If you lose, their resources will be completely lost. It's very fair!"

The spirit tablet master said, "The Mist Emperor wants to tell you that the Crossing the Calamity Temple is not a compassionate savior, but merely a self-serving organization that uses the guise of salvation."

"He is truly a savior, stepping forward at the very beginning of the chaos, instead of waiting until the world was already in ruins before searching for the so-called hidden dragon."

Li Weiyi, with a clear mind, smiled and said, "Cooperation based on interests can certainly collapse at any time. But if the Crossing the Calamity Temple only talks about ideals, the Way of Heaven, and unconditional support, I think it's even more unreliable."

"You're right! Relationships are often more stable when mutual benefits are exchanged."

Zen Sea Observer said, “However, the biggest problem with the Crossing the Calamity Sect is that they don’t just bet on one side. Back then, while supporting me, they also split off another faction to support the Thunder Cloud Sect, believing that the Thunder Cloud Sect had the potential to quell the war.”

"That's exactly why I defeated the Thunder Cloud Sect back then, but I couldn't completely wipe them out. I had to compromise with another faction of the Crossing Calamity Temple."

"The existence of the Thundercloud Sect, to a certain extent, checks and balances the Lingxiao Palace."

Li Weiyi said, "That move was a bit underhanded! But in the power struggles of major forces, it's a common tactic, not surprising. I'm curious, with your cultivation level that later allowed you to even slay a flying dragon, are you still unable to escape the Du'e Temple?"

Zen Sea Guan Wu snorted lightly, raising his snow-white chin: "At its peak, Lingxiao Realm had three hundred states, with experts as numerous as clouds. Back then, how dare Du'e Temple point fingers at me? Leixiao Sect's annual tribute was far more than that of other sects, just because they were afraid of my purge. But thousands of years have passed, and several generations have changed, so naturally there has been no mass killing."

"I'm telling you the essence of the Crossing the Calamity Temple because I want to tell you that you can't rely too much on the Lingxiao Realm. To deal with Qilin Zang, you can only rely on the people of Lingxiao themselves."

"This could be a disaster for you, and you must be careful."

"A calamity?" Li Weiyi's expression turned solemn.

Zen Sea Observer said, “Your veins are all gold, and you have unlocked the secret of the Tenth Spring. You must not let the Crossing Calamity Temple know about this. The existence of the Dao Ancestor Taiji Fish must not be exposed either.”

Master Guan immediately agreed: "Absolutely right! Even if one's foundation and physique reach the level of Luan Sheng Lin You, Ge Xian Tong, and Zuo Qiu Hong Ting, it is still not enough to make some old guys with their lifespans coming to an end take risks. But if the complete gold traces and the Ten Springs Divine Gate are confirmed... it's hard to say."

The coffin maker said, "I have met Master Zhuang Yan before, and his character is acceptable."

Master Guan said, "Du'e Temple isn't run by Master Zhuang Yan; there's a lot more to it than meets the eye!"

Li Weiyi finally understood what Zen Sea Mist and Master Guan were worried about, and broke out in a cold sweat: "Should I take advantage of the chaos and escape first?"

Zen Sea Observer said, “Currently, there is no place safer than Peach and Plum Mountain. You don’t need to worry too much. You have the Zuoqiu Sect and the Jiuli Clan behind you. If you don’t go to the Crossing Calamity Temple, would Zhuang Shiyan kidnap you? As a celestial master, he can’t be shameless.”

“That’s right, staying in Peach Blossom Mountain is actually the safest place right now, because no one can play dirty tricks here,” Master Guan said.

Li Weiyi asked, "Will they invite me to practice at the Du'e Temple?"

The jar master said, "Given the talent you've shown, it would be strange if we didn't invite you. You can't go; if you do, you'll be left helpless."

“Now that you have the status of the leader’s disciple of the Jiuli Clan, the Jiuli Clan will do everything in its power to protect you. The Zuoqiu Clan needs the support of the Jiuli Clan, so it will also protect you,” said the spirit tablet master.

Li Weiyi was alarmed by their words: "Alright... I'll take this opportunity to go into seclusion for a while to refine my magical energy and strive to achieve mastery as soon as possible. Master, how long do you think I need to refine it?"

"The fourth sea will take three months, and the fifth sea at least half a year. By then, I'll be able to cultivate the sixth sea's Wind Palace and the fifth-order Qi!"

Nine months.

Li Weiyi was extremely distressed. The Qi tempering process took too long, while Luan Shenglin You had already broken through to the Dao Seed realm.

If his Dao Seed is truly a "Dragon Seed," then his cultivation speed in the Dao Seed Realm will surely advance by leaps and bounds.

Li Weiyi didn't want to be still tempering his Qi in the Seventh Sea while others had already broken through to immortality.

"Is there any way to improve the efficiency of gas quenching?" Li Weiyi asked.

The potter said disapprovingly, "Look, you're in such a hurry again. We agreed to let things settle down properly after the Qianlong Lantern Festival."

"Yes, by borrowing the power of the Fusang Divine Tree." Zen Sea Observation Mist looked towards the blood mist in the distance.

As the blood mist dissipated, Tanggu Sea and the Fusang Divine Tree appeared on the other side of the spatial barrier, with Xihe flowers floating on the sea.

She said, "But you have to truly cross that spatial barrier and go to Tanggu Sea, to a place closer to the Fusang Divine Tree. The speed of Qi tempering should be able to double."

Currently, Li Weiyi is only at the first level of the Great Mind Master, the "Earth Fire Realm," and can only open a hole the size of a bowl in the spatial barrier, making it impossible for people to pass through.

To open a larger passage, traverse space, and reach the Tanggu Sea, one must dedicate the next period to cultivating mental power, striving to reach the "Heavenly Fire Realm" and even the "Calamity Fire Realm" as soon as possible.

Master Coffin said, "This is indeed a path! But... what are you in such a hurry for, Mist Emperor?"

Zen Sea Mist's eyes were extremely grave: "I've reached the level of an emperor, and I know very well how close Qilin Zang is to breaking through. The situation is very critical. Once he crosses that hurdle, will Peach and Plum Mountain still be safe?"

After a long silence.

She said, "In the entire Lingxiao Realm, there may only be one person who can deal with Qilin Zang."

Li Weiyi's eyes flickered: "Yu Yaozi?"

Zen Sea Observer said, "Among the three disciples, she ranks first in talent, temperament, and wisdom. I trust her the most. I am really curious about what she has encountered and what insurmountable obstacle she has. I want to go to Lingxiao City to see her in person."

Li Weiyi was greatly alarmed. Now everyone in the world regarded Yu Yaozi as a monstrous threat, believing her to be even more terrifying than the demon race.

He quickly advised, "A thousand years have passed. Your disciple has definitely changed drastically and his mind must be in trouble. It's too dangerous for you to go there rashly!"

Zen Sea Observer said, “I will reconsider this matter… You need to cultivate faster and reach the Dao Seed Realm as soon as possible. At that time, the Disguise Technique should be perfected, enough to deceive everyone. Then you can go anywhere.”

Li Weiyi said, "I have another question. Since Qilinzang is so powerful, why doesn't the Du'e Temple directly support him?"

"Investing in Qilinzang might be easier to succeed, but it could also lead to total loss. The risk is no less than investing in Zuoqiu Menting." The person who provided this answer was Master Guan.

Li Weiyi asked, "Is it related to the Flying Phoenix and the Ancestor of the Ember Spirit?"

"There's no need to think about higher-level games."

Zen Sea Mist knows Du'e Temple very well, and said, "It's easy to guess. The Hidden Dragon Lantern Festival is essentially a conflict between two factions within Du'e Temple. Some people favor Qilin Zang, while others favor the one from the Zuoqiu School of Diplomacy. Both of them are top masters who have the potential to unify the world."

"Since neither faction could convince the other, they held this Hidden Dragon Lantern Festival to see the quality of the next generation of the two major powers."

……

After gaining a general understanding of the Crossing the Calamity Temple, Li Weiyi exited the Blood Mud Space and began to heal his injuries, refine his magical energy, and cultivate his mental power.

At the same time, he also planned to use the divine stove wood to perfect his physical cultivation over the next period of time.

Seven days later.

His injuries have fully healed.

Li Weiyi was quite concerned about the external situation, especially the situation with Yin Jun and his group. He didn't know if they had managed to seize the Longevity Pill, the Dragon Seed, or the Dragon Bone. Therefore, he temporarily left seclusion.

"Brother Zuoqiu?"

In a densely built area of ​​the Third Heaven, Li Weiyi saw "Luan Sheng Lin Yu" (a mythical creature), whose aura belonged to Zuo Qiuting.

Zuoqiu Ting, fanning himself with a folding fan, was much better injured. His silver hair flowed freely, and he was incredibly handsome. He laughed heartily, "Li Weiyi, you're really good at keeping your composure. The whole city is in turmoil, yet you've been in seclusion all by yourself. How are you doing? How's your injury?"

Seeing that he could still smile, Li Weiyi knew that the battle situation should be alright.

"It's alright now."

Li Weiyi strode over, initially intending to punch him in the chest, but ultimately spared him out of the precious bond between cousins. Instead, he put his arm around his shoulder and said, "Where did you go during the final battle of the Hidden Dragon Lantern Festival? You actually deserted? Do you know how difficult it was for your sister and me?"

Zuoqiu Ting fidgeted, gently shielding his arm with her folding fan, trying to appear as natural as possible, and sighed, "Alas, the injury was too severe, and you're out early! My sister speaks highly of you, saying you're worth befriending."

"Worth befriending. Why did you push my arm? We're brothers, we've even slept in the same bed."

Li Weiyi hugged him tighter and whispered in his ear, "To be honest, your sister is really beautiful, like a fairy descended from heaven, no less beautiful than that Fairy Yu. If your Zuoqiu sect were to arrange a marriage between her and me, I might agree! Why don't you put in a good word for me?"

……

Asking for a monthly ticket!
(End of this chapter)