Honghuang: Creation of the Green Lotus, the beginning of the Three Pure Ones

Chapter 360 The Ten Heavenly Lords felt it was working again.

The words of the Taoist Ran Deng were like a bucket of cold water, extinguishing most of the Ten Heavenly Lords' initial excitement.

Qin Tianjun, Qin Wan, frowned deeply, his fingers unconsciously stroking the array plate hanging at his waist. The other Tianjuns exchanged glances, their eyes filled with both resentment and worry.

After a long silence, Qin Tianjun spoke, "However, breaking through to the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm is not something that can be achieved in a day. As for innate spiritual treasures, we have none of them."

Zhao Tianjun slammed his hand on the table, making the teacups clatter. His face full of resentment, he said, "Are we just going to watch as our painstakingly developed formation is easily broken? I'm not willing to accept that."

Seeing this, Guang Chengzi stroked his long beard and advised, "Fellow Daoists, do not be anxious. Since Master Randeng has pointed out the drawbacks, he must have a solution."

"It would be better to follow the teacher's advice and take turns deploying troops to deal with the immediate crisis first, and then make a long-term plan."

Jiang Ziya quickly echoed, "That's exactly right. Besides, Chong Houhu's army hasn't arrived in Xiqi yet, so we still have time to prepare."

Ji Fa, who had remained silent until now, suddenly said, "I have an idea. Since a single formation is easily broken, why not link ten formations together?"

"With the Heavenly Annihilation Formation as the central hub, the other nine formations are interconnected. In this way, even if someone sacrifices to the formation, only one formation can be weakened, while the other nine formations can still operate."

Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes lit up. The Golden Light Mother clapped her hands and praised, "Second Prince's plan is brilliant! Ten formations linked together will double the power, far surpassing any single formation."

The Taoist Ran Deng nodded slightly: "Second Prince's method is indeed feasible. However, the ten linked formations require perfect coordination of minds; the slightest mistake could backfire. Are you all confident?"

The Ten Heavenly Lords exchanged a smile, and Qin Heavenly Lord cupped his hands and said, "We have been sworn brothers for tens of thousands of years, cultivating together and progressing together, and our hearts are already in sync."

"The Ten Deadly Formations were originally something we studied together, but we showed them separately to demonstrate our respective strengths. To combine the ten formations into one, we only need to rearrange them slightly."

Upon hearing this, Ji Fa's face lit up with joy, and he immediately addressed the disciples of the Chan and Jie sects present.

"Your Taoist arts are profound, and it is truly a blessing for Xiqi to have your assistance. Why don't we first hold a banquet to welcome you all, and then discuss a strategy to defeat the enemy?"

That night, the Xiqi Prime Minister's residence was brightly lit. During the banquet, the Ten Heavenly Kings and the immortals of the Chan Sect toasted each other, and the atmosphere gradually became lively.

After several rounds of drinks, Dong Tianjun, emboldened by the alcohol, toasted Daoist Randeng and said, "Master Randeng, you are a man of great knowledge. Could you please guide us on where we can find a suitable innate spiritual treasure?"

The Taoist Ran Deng took the wine cup, pondered for a moment, and then said, "All innate spiritual treasures have their own owners; they cannot be forced."

“When the Dao Ancestor preached in the Zixiao Palace, he once set up the Treasure Distribution Cliff in the chaos. He distributed countless innate spiritual treasures to the guests in the Zixiao Palace.”

"The Sage Hongyun obtained many innate spiritual treasures at the Treasure Distribution Cliff. Presumably, some of them will be compatible with your formations."

"Why don't you fellow Daoists head to Biyou Palace on Jin'ao Island and ask Saint Hongyun for a few innate spiritual treasures to supplement the Ten Absolute Formations?"

The Ten Heavenly Kings were overjoyed upon hearing this and rose to express their gratitude. They lost all interest in drinking and immediately set off for Golden Turtle Island.

After leaving Xiqi, the Ten Heavenly Lords rode their escape light straight to Jin'ao Island in the East Sea. They traveled at breakneck speed, and in less than half a day, they saw a majestic immortal mountain rising amidst the vast blue waves. This was none other than Jin'ao Island, the Daoist site of the Jie Sect.

The group descended from the clouds and landed in front of Biyou Palace. Just then, they saw Wuyun Xian walking out of Biyou Palace.

Upon seeing the Ten Heavenly Lords, Wu Yunxian couldn't help but ask, "Weren't you all ordered by our master to go down the mountain to Xiqi? Why have you returned so soon?"

Qin Tianjun sighed and then recounted the whole story to Wu Yunxian. This inevitably caused Wu Yunxian to frown.

He immediately said, "This matter concerns the lives of all of you junior brothers. Quickly come with me to see Master." After saying that, he led the Ten Heavenly Lords into Biyou Palace to see Ancestor Hongyun.

Upon seeing Ancestor Hongyun, Qin Tianjun led his followers to kneel and explain the whole story in detail.

After hearing this, the Sage of Red Clouds nodded with a smile and said, "You have gone to great lengths to seek treasures in order to protect Xiqi. Your sincerity is commendable."

With a flick of his sleeve, ten streams of light flew out, transforming into ten extraordinary treasures that floated in the air. There were banners, flags, seals, and pearls, each radiating countless rays of light and auspicious energy.

"This was obtained from the Treasure Distribution Cliff back then, and it perfectly suits the attributes of your formations. The Heavenly Annihilation Formation uses this Primordial Chaos Banner, the Earthly Fierce Formation uses the Separating Light Banner, and the Howling Wind Formation uses this Wind-Sweeping Pearl..."

Soon, Ancestor Hongyun bestowed ten innate spiritual treasures upon the Ten Heavenly Lords, instructing them to use them to supplement the deficiencies of the Ten Absolute Formations.

Everyone thanked Ancestor Hongyun with innate spiritual treasures, but Ancestor Hongyun said, "Magic treasures are ultimately external things. You all still need to diligently cultivate the Great Dao and break through to the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm as soon as possible."

The Ten Heavenly Lords bowed to Ancestor Hongyun once more, expressing their determination not to slack off in their cultivation and to strive to break through to the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm as soon as possible.

He then bid farewell to Ancestor Hongyun, left Biyou Palace, and rode a cloud back to Xiqi.

The group hurriedly activated their escape lights and arrived outside Xiqi City in half a day. There they saw the Shang army's camp stretching for a hundred miles, with Zhang Guifang sitting on his warhorse, challenging and hurling insults at the enemy below Xiqi City.

At the same time, the gates of Xiqi City opened wide, and Jiang Ziya sat atop the Qilin (a mythical creature resembling a mythical beast). He led his army out in single file and set up battle formations along the moat.

Behind Jiang Ziya stood a group of disciples from the Chan Sect, which boosted his confidence. He then asked, "Which senior brother would be willing to fight Zhang Guifang?"

As soon as Jiang Ziya finished speaking, Puxian Zhenren stepped forward. Just as he was about to speak, ten beams of light descended.

This surprised everyone, who initially thought it was a Taoist disciple attacking. Upon closer inspection, they discovered that the newcomer was actually one of the Ten Heavenly Lords, and their faces lit up with joy.

Jiang Ziya then asked, "Fellow Daoists, your return is timely. Have you obtained the innate spiritual treasures you sought?"

Qin Tianjun smiled and nodded, "Master had already prepared everything for us. As soon as we arrived at Biyou Palace, Master bestowed upon us innate spiritual treasures."

"Now that the Ten Deadly Formations are flawless, we can take this opportunity to test how their power differs from before."

After speaking, Qin Tianjun went directly to the front of the two armies. Pointing his sword at Zhang Guifang, he said, "General of the Shang army, do you dare to fight this humble Taoist?"

Seeing that the other party was dressed as a Taoist priest, Zhang Guifang knew that he must be a disciple of the Xuanmen sect. Naturally, she dared not underestimate him in the slightest.

He immediately opened his third eye between his eyebrows and looked at Qin Tianjun in front of him.

The next moment, Zhang Guifang had already taken in Qin Tianjun's basic information.

"So you are Qin Wan, one of the Ten Heavenly Lords of Jin'ao Island of the Jie Sect. Now that I, the General, know your name, there is no reason for me not to kill you."

Having made up her mind, Zhang Guifang pushed off her horse and rode directly in front of Qin Tianjun.

He raised his spear and feigned an inquiry: "State your name, general. I do not kill nameless ghosts with my spear."

(End of this chapter)