The Primordial Law

Chapter 461 Ancient Immortal Dragon Remains
More than four months have passed since the battle of Yuntian Immortal Plain.

The East China Sea has a hot and humid climate.

It was May, and even the sea breeze blowing in from outside the window was a wave of heat.

under night.

The market on Yuelong Island is bustling and noisy, with lanterns everywhere and crowds of people.

Looking down at the street from the wooden-branched window on the second floor of the restaurant, one could see martial artists from various sects and factions, dressed in uniform robes and magical artifacts, in groups of three or five, or in rows of dozens, everywhere.

Yao Qingxuan sat facing the window, using a disguise technique to change his appearance, removing his bamboo hat, and letting his black hair fall down.

She did not cultivate the "Bone-Changing and Spirit-Changing Manual".

However, his own cultivation was profound and his disguise technique was mysterious.

Unless one's cultivation level is far superior to hers, one cannot see through her true form.

“Three months ago, you appeared in the market of the dead in Huangjiang and were hunted down by two divine sons of the Rice Sect. The news spread quickly. All the experts of the Nine Li Hidden Sect were mobilized to enter the Netherworld to search for you. Later, you led them to the old Yuzhou.”

“These past few days, you've seemed to have vanished into thin air, and everyone is very worried.”

Given Yao Qingxuan's status as a powerful figure in the Longevity Realm and his aloof personality, for him to utter such words suggests that he is not merely seen as a reclusive figure from a hidden sect. Rather, it reveals a deep bond of master-disciple affection.

Because Li Weiyi was in Lingxiao City, he used every means to rescue her from the main altar, and the relationship between the two has become much closer.

Li Weiyi noticed that there were eyes watching them inside the restaurant, on the street, and in several nearby buildings.

Clearly, the fierce battle at the beach earlier had drawn the attention of many forces to this swordsman.

So he released a field of mental energy, covering an area of ​​one zhang in radius.

While peeling shrimp for Yu'er, Li Weiyi asked with a smile, "I discovered traces of the Hidden Lord outside the old city of Yuzhou. Was he also led there by me?"

Yao Qingxuan wore a veil, and his pure, immortal skin shone like jade and wax under the light on the wall.

Her eyes were cold, her demeanor ethereal, possessing a depth and sharpness that surpassed Yao Yin's: "He and Elder Qin were being hunted by Yang Shenjing and fled into the Netherworld of the Dead, where they have been recuperating. They only pursued you after learning of your entry into the Netherworld. He is currently in the Sea City of Moon Dragon Island!"

Li Weiyi's eyes lit up, feeling incredulous: "How many people from the Jiuli tribe have come?"

"Whether it's the younger generation or the older generation, who would be willing to miss this great opportunity if they had the chance to break through to the Longevity Realm?" Yao Qingxuan asked rhetorically.

"What exactly is this great opportunity?"

Li Weiyi only knew that it seemed to be related to the remains of the ancient immortal dragon.

Yao Qingxuan stared at him, her eyelashes long, her red lips slightly parted: "It was you who sent a message back to Lingxiao Realm, provoking all the martial artists and causing a stir throughout the world. And now you're asking me?"

Li Weiyi then recounted the information she had gathered, before giving a wry smile: "That's all I know."

Yao Qingxuan pondered for a moment, then was moved: "You only absorbed some of the Six-Clawed Immortal Dragon's Qi and you broke through the realm so quickly? It seems that martial cultivators in the Lingxiao Life Realm, including myself, still underestimated this opportunity."

She recounted, "Three months ago, you sent back a message from Lingxiao Realm, igniting the passion of the younger generation and giving hope for immortality to the older generation of martial arts practitioners who were nearing the end of their lives."

"However, the real reason that drew everyone here was the reliable information released by the Du'e Temple."

"The Transcendental Monastery, the Rice Palace, and the East Sea Demon Clan conducted an exploration of the sea area where the Six-Clawed Immortal Dragon's aura appeared."

"It has been discovered that the energy on the seabed continues to overflow, the tectonic plates are moving actively, and earthquakes are frequent. The aura of the ancient immortal dragon's remains buried deep in the earth's core is also dissipating, causing many strange events."

"For example, as you mentioned in your letter, a thousand-mile-long stream of fireflies appeared on the sea."

"For example, the magnificent misty phoenix tree and the light and shadow of Dragon City are like a mirage, which can correspond to some ancient legends of the East Sea demon race."

"Recently, there has been another theory. Ten thousand years ago, Yu Jia was able to give birth to both a flying dragon and a flying phoenix at the same time, and was able to transform into an immortal against the odds, which is related to the remains of an ancient immortal dragon underground."

Li Wei's expression changed: "Which force wants to excavate the remains of the ancient immortal dragon? If it's related to Yu Jia, they're incredibly audacious."

Excavating the remains of ancient immortal beasts is extremely dangerous, and only top-tier ancient sects, imperial courts, and kingdoms dare to do so.

Moreover, we can't just dig anytime.

They only resort to this when they're desperate and can't even afford to eat. The risks are enormous; a slight misstep could lead to disaster.

Of course, the returns are substantial, with huge profits made without any initial investment.

It's important to know that the blood of ancient mythical beasts is sold by the drop.

It can transform ordinary people into incredibly strong, deformed beings. It is also a resource that these deformed beings must continuously purchase on their path of martial arts cultivation.

The blood of the ancient immortal beasts is merely a scrap of the reward for excavating their remains.

After all, the ancient immortal beast had been gone for countless millennia. Its blood and vital energy had long since dissipated, its immortal power vanished, and its life force was gone. It was worlds apart from the true blood of an ancient immortal. For a transcendent being, it was utterly useless.

If it's related to Yu Jia, then it's a completely different story.

Yu Jia can be considered the most recent ancient immortal beast from this era, existing no more than ten thousand years ago. The methods it left behind must still contain terrifying energy, not yet completely eroded by time.

Yao Qingxuan said, "It's just a speculation! The reason for this speculation is... the involvement of the Western demon race."

"Initially, it was the Du'e Temple and the Dao Palace that decided to join forces to excavate. Then the East Sea Demon Clan was also involved, after all, it was their territory."

"Lingxiao Realm only gained a share of the pie by relying on the Crossing Tribulation Temple."

"As the news spread, martial artists from all the surrounding habitats rushed here. Even the Ghost City of Cave Ruins was alarmed, and in the past half month, their figures have appeared on the coast of the East Sea."

The Ghost City of Cave Ruins is located deep within the Netherworld, not within the territory of the Three Hundred Prefectures of Lingxiao.

However, its influence extends to a radius of millions of miles, encompassing the entire Lingxiao Three Hundred Provinces and five other nearby habitats.

The six habitats are merely six spots dotting the area under the influence of the Ghost City of Cave Ruins.

For martial artists in the Lingxiao Realm, the Cave Ruins Ghost City was like a legend, located in an unimaginable depth, its presence even less noticeable than that of the Crossing Calamity Temple. It was utterly incomparable to Lord Lan, who was right before their eyes.

Only a very few powerful individuals knew that Lord Lan, who occupied the thirty-one states, would periodically visit the Ghost City of Cave Ruins to pay homage and offer tribute.

Yao Qingxuan said, "There is also a theory that the East Sea demons were worried that the Du'e Temple and the Rice Palace would seize the lion's share of the profits, so they brought in the Western demons."

"Every time the remains of an ancient immortal beast are excavated, the strength of the living beings and the dead in the surrounding area increases significantly."

"This great opportunity grants transcendence and longevity, allowing one to feast on the meat. The younger generation of Dao Seed Realm and Five Seas Realm martial cultivators, on the other hand, will only get a sip of soup."

"Even just absorbing the six-clawed immortal dragon energy that erupted when the ancient immortal dragon's remains were unearthed would be an immense opportunity."

"If one could dig up some immortal soil, ancient immortal blood soil, or refined medicine, pick up some broken dragon scales, or absorb the immortal scriptures floating in the void, that would be a huge gain. As for other opportunities, those that require heaven-defying luck to snag are simply unthinkable."

Li Weiyi immediately understood why all the martial arts practitioners in the world were attracted here.

Who wouldn't want a sip of this soup?
In particular, martial arts practitioners of the Dragon Path, martial arts practitioners of the Deformed Human Path, and old guys whose lifespans are about to end must come.

For a young giant like Yao Qingxuan, who has just entered the Longevity Realm, absorbing the energy of the Six-Clawed Immortal Dragon is incredibly beneficial. However, for those at the Great Longevity Realm, the attraction is greatly reduced.

"Master, would you like some too?" Li Weiyi handed over the peeled shrimp.

Yao Qingxuan ignored him and stared out the window.

Li Weiyi then placed the shrimp into Yu'er's bowl. The little girl was starving and kept her head down, eating.

He could understand why Yao Qingxuan had no appetite: "Does Yao Yin know you're still alive?"

“She came from Du’e Temple just four days ago.” Yao Qingxuan no longer regarded Li Weiyi as a junior, and they could talk about many topics.

A person who can easily defeat the top official of a state can be considered her equal.

Li Weiyi said, "We'll have to face it sooner or later. Have you thought about how to talk to her? Should I step in? I still have some influence with her."

Yao Qingxuan's gaze fell on his face: "Mind your own business! Where did this child come from?"

"Yu'er, this is the disciple I've taken in," Li Weiyi said.

Yu'er raised her head and looked at Yao Qingxuan: "You are Master's Master, so you are Yu'er's Grandmaster?"

"Oh, no need to be so polite."

Li Weiyi didn't want to ruin Yao Qingxuan's life. Who knew if the Grand Palace Master would seek revenge after recovering?
Yao Qingxuan didn't care too much. He and Li Weiyi weren't really master and disciple in the true sense, so why should he put on airs like a master or grandmaster?

A sense of melancholy lingered between her brows as she asked, "What about the Truth of Suffering?"

"She has been taken back to the ship by her senior brother."

Li Weiyi knew that Yao Qingxuan and An Xianjing had a genuine affection for each other: "Don't worry, it's alright. Qiongji Daozi's character and magnanimity are indeed not very good, but with Palace Master An above him, he will definitely take good care of his junior sister."

Yao Qingxuan frowned: "Have you forgotten how he took care of you when I entrusted him to take care of you at the Rice Sect headquarters?"

Li Weiyi said, "He's just jealous of talent! Ku Di's talent might not be higher than his... Master, aren't you overthinking it? Palace Master An has indeed been very kind and tolerant towards us, but she's definitely not the kind of person who can tolerate injustice. She's very ruthless. Otherwise, how could she survive in Coffin Mountain and the Rice Sect?"

Yao Qingxuan asked seriously, "Have you seen her?"

“I have seen her. It was Palace Master An who gave me a ride. Otherwise, why would I be traveling with Kudi? If it weren’t for Palace Master An, given my grudge with the little nun, I would have to seek compensation from her and avenge the Qianlong Lantern Festival.” Li Weiyi said with a smile.

With a sigh, Yao Qingxuan asked in a guilty tone, "Has her injury fully healed?"

(End of this chapter)