Being a talent in the Chusheng Demon Sect

Chapter 1175 The Perfect Buyer

Pan Huang had actually realized what was happening.

However, by the time he realized what was happening, Ling Xiao had already knocked half of his body off, and in an instant, his original body in the [Heavenly Palace] stood up.

"How brave!"

Before he finished speaking, endless mysteries poured from Panhuang's true form into his manifestation in the Human World, causing the mysteries within him to expand even further.

The Investiture of the Gods has three distinct bodies: the Response, the Retribution, and the True Body.

Previously, Panhuang had always appeared in his manifested form. Now, by unleashing his profound power, he has elevated it to his true form, allowing him to display the majority of his strength.

The next second, a mysterious shadow appeared in Ling Xiao's eyes. What he saw was a fist as tall as a mountain, smashing down with unstoppable force. Everything in its path was shattered, and there was an image of something unshakable and indestructible.

Seeing this, Ling Xiao remained calm and raised one finger.

The fists clashed, but the slender fingers emerged victorious. The powerful fist imprint landed on the fingertips, yet it felt as if it had struck an impenetrable wall.

"The Path of the Dharma Body".

Ling Xiao frowned, then shook his head: "No, it's not a Dharma body, it's just hardness. It's not the same thing at its core."

He then took a step back.

Behind his head, with the Great Forest Tree as the core, the radiance of the five levels of enlightenment was simultaneously activated, transforming into rings of colorful light that rippled behind his head.

Amidst the dazzling array of colorful lights, a palace slowly emerged—the [Chengdao Hidden Mystery Palace]. Upon its appearance, it immediately displayed unparalleled domineering power, vanishing from Pan Huang's sight. When it reappeared, it crashed down upon him, leaving him no way to dodge.

"Boom!"

The resounding Daoist chant echoed throughout the mortal realm, and wherever it passed, the remaining fragments of the celestial realm within the mortal realm were instantly crushed into dust.

Panhuang was completely powerless to fight back.

The gates of the [Hidden Mysterious Abode of Dao Accomplishment] opened and closed, instantly taking him inside. Then, layers of light fell down, cutting through his mysterious body like a slow, agonizing death.

Mysterious? I've forgotten.

Magic power? Gone.

A priceless treasure? Not found.

At this moment, Pan Huang's eyes were obscured by a thin layer of haze, and his consciousness sank into a daze, as if he was about to be completely suppressed by Ling Xiao.

But at this critical moment, a single-handed axe at his waist suddenly shone brightly, its blade reflecting a cold light. Responding to him, it briefly broke through the confusion in his eyes. In a flash, he had already raised the axe in the air and chopped it down with all his might, buying himself a moment of time.

In the next instant, his body vanished without a trace.

Only the hand axe flew out of the [Chengdao Hidden Mystery Mansion]. Before Ling Xiao could stop it, a large hand descended from the sky and grasped it again.

".oh?"

Seeing this, Ling Xiao raised his chin with great interest, only to find that Pan Huang, whom he had just completely wiped out, had reappeared unharmed!
"A clone? No, that's even more ingenious."

Ling Xiao's eyes seemed to spark with boundless wisdom as he deduced the outcome of their recent exchange: "Your true form is not here, which is why you are not worried about being killed by me."

"But the death of your clone is by no means without loss for you."

"At least the clone you just created, even if lost, is still a trauma for you. But I have to admit, it's very useful for saving your life."

The person who created this method must have been scammed many times.

At the same time, Pan Huang looked solemn and said in a deep voice, "So, what exactly is your answer, fellow Daoist? You want to kill me, but you're not going all out?"

As the former Great True Lord of the Heavens, Pan Huang knew better than anyone the gap between him and Ling Xiao. To put it bluntly, if Ling Xiao really harbored murderous intent towards him, that finger strike could have killed him instantly. But Ling Xiao deliberately held back and even engaged him in a few more exchanges.

That's not quite right.

To be honest, if Ling Xiao had killed him with a single finger, that would have been fine. Pan Huang had already seen through the other party's attitude and wouldn't have bothered with any more pointless conversations.

But Ling Xiao deliberately held back.

This ambiguous attitude only fueled Pan Huang's suspicions, which is why he cooperated and exchanged a few blows with Ling Xiao before finally asking a question. Ling Xiao nodded slightly upon seeing this.

'good.'

'Although he doesn't seem particularly intelligent and is a bit ugly, he's not stupid.'

If Panhuang simply walks away because of his initiative, then he has nothing to say. Cooperating with a fool will only lead to being ripped off.

As for whether he would offend the powerful figures behind him, Ling Xiao was not worried at all. The powerful figures in the heavens only cared about whether the pawns were useful and whether they could be used. They would not be affected by such trivial matters. As long as he was useful, even if he directly scolded them, they would still use him.

'However, that's not enough.'

Ling Xiao let out a deep breath. Although he had held back and exchanged a few blows with Pan Huang, he had not been able to discern the origins of Pan Huang's cultivation path.

However, his attitude has already been expressed.

Will that person see this, and how will they respond?
Meanwhile, inside the Heavenly Palace.

Lu Yang sat upright on the [Great Luo Heaven] platform, having witnessed the entire battle between Pan Huang and Ling Xiao. A smile now appeared in his eyes.

"They're testing me."

"They want to see if I, the buyer, am sincere and willing to make an offer for them, or if it's because I haven't shown them a clear path."

Lü Yang understood Ling Xiao's thoughts very well.

Whether a buyer is reliable or not, and whether the price is high enough, boils down to one question: can you guide them on a practical path to Nascent Soul cultivation?

Yes, it means they offer a high price and are reliable.

No, they're just trying to scam us; they're not sincere.

It's hard to gauge the degree of this, because Ling Xiao is a member of the Holy Sect, and as a member of the Holy Sect, suspicion has long been ingrained in his survival instincts.

The last buyer he approved of was Shizun.

Why was the World Honored One recognized? Because both parties shared the same interests, which Lingxiao could see and touch, and was aware of, which is why he recognized the World Honored One.

What about yourself?

Lingxiao's meaning is simple: How much can you offer to make me willing to give up my golden nature, sever my path to the grotto heaven, and go down the same path with you to the bitter end?
Thinking of this, Lü Yang's smile grew wider and wider.

This question is easy to answer.

"Although it involves some risk and goes against my original intention, I'll take it. Plans can't keep up with changes, and the inherently evil old ghost is worth the price."

The next second, Lu Yang moved.

Almost simultaneously, within the human world.

Ling Xiao suddenly opened his eyes wide, only to see a figure suddenly appear beside Pan Huang, ordinary-looking, as if he had been standing there from the beginning.

His appearance was incredibly handsome, and his figure was even taller. Behind his head was a round halo like the setting sun, reflecting layers of brilliance and scenes: myriad gods standing tall, Bagua diagrams, countless tribulations, and a hand that could cover the sky. In the end, however, it was condensed into a dazzling crimson.

His aura was completely undisguised.

His status is self-evident.

In an instant, Ling Xiao's pupils contracted sharply, and a hint of shock finally crept onto his face. He then saw the young man before him slightly raise the corners of his mouth, and say softly with a smile:
"Fellow Daoist Lingxiao, I have already answered your question."

His easygoing tone concealed an undeniable decisiveness and domineering presence.

"However, now that I have answered this question, there is no turning back. If you still have any hesitation, I will personally come and take your gold essence!"

Ling Xiao remained silent.

At this moment, only one thought remained in his mind:
'Not the Dao Lord. He's not even the Dao Lord!'

To establish a new lineage and undermine the foundations of the Cave Heaven Method, such a person with such high skills is not a Dao Lord, but a Supreme True Lord of the same Dao as himself!
Disappointed?
of course not!
On the contrary, a seeker of the Way who is the same as or even better than oneself is the perfect buyer, and can offer the highest price!

(End of this chapter)