Mang Shusheng's Ink Painting Practice

Chapter 339 Trip to Jade Void Palace

The sky was overcast, indicating that the original natural order was changing in a way that aligned with the state of Youquan.

Standing in front of the Jade Void Palace on Mount Kunlun, Zhao Yifu looked at the changing sky above and suddenly had a sudden inspiration.

He understood that some things had changed.

Even the laws of heaven and earth seemed to shift at this moment.

However, he didn't care, because he was already a Great Luo Golden Immortal, and his current cultivation was to perfect the laws of his inner world.

As long as the laws within the inner world are logically consistent, it doesn't matter if they are completely different from those outside.

Of course, being able to maintain consistency is quite impressive.

"Let's go, the sage and patriarch are waiting for you."

Xuan Yin Chan Nu gave a speech and then led the way.

Zhao Yifu followed behind him and stepped onto the steps of Yuxu Palace.

The white jade steps gleamed brightly amidst the snow-capped mountains.

This place is a completely white world.

Just as they arrived at the Jade Void Palace, Zhao Yifu suddenly sensed the aura of chaos.

He turned his head and saw a colorful, chaotic mass covering a large tree like a canopy.

Zhao Yifu couldn't help but take a second look, and vaguely saw the words "Huang Zhong" on the fruit hanging on the tree and on the leaves.

This must be the Huangzhong plum.

There are many fruits on the tree. If the legend that eating one can instantly make one a Great Luo Immortal is true, then the Jade Void Palace can actually mass-produce Great Luo Golden Immortals!

Zhao Yifu then thought of his own Taiqing lineage. With Laozi's golden elixir, it probably wouldn't be difficult to quickly create a Great Luo Golden Immortal.

But clearly, neither their own sages nor the sages of Kunlun Mountain had this intention.

Zhao Yifu looked at it curiously a few more times, and then walked into the Jade Void Palace.

This is a pure white hall.

Everything here appears extremely pure and spotless, symbolizing a distance from the mundane world.

In the center of the Jade Void Palace, a middle-aged man in a pure white robe sat on a cloud bed. He calmly gazed at Zhao Yifu, without putting on any airs, yet he gave the immediate impression of being the noblest being in the world.

Zhao Yifu stepped forward and bowed deeply, saying, "Disciple Fu Yinzi greets the Sage Ancestor."

Sage Yuxu nodded slightly and said, "No need for formalities."

After Zhao Yifu finished his formalities, he lowered his eyes and looked directly at the sage's majestic presence, humbly saying, "I wonder what brings the sage here? Whatever it may be, I will do my utmost."

His attitude remained as perfect as ever, leaving no room for criticism.

Upon hearing this, the Jade Void Sage said calmly, "I summoned you here simply to confirm one thing."

Zhao Yifu was at a loss.

Then, the Jade Void Sage said in a gentle tone, "It's confirmed now, not bad."

What needs to be determined?

However, before he could ask a question, the Jade Void Sage continued speaking to himself: "There is no need to worry about the Nether Spring, because it must first deal with the trouble of the ancient grudge."

"It is lamentable that this scoundrel, who prides himself on being an ancestral god, is arrogant and conceited, yet he does not know that in the Three Realms, without cultivating one's primordial spirit and understanding destiny, no matter how strong one's magical power is, he is nothing but a brute."

Zhao Yifu secretly curled his lip. So what if he's a brute? He just wants to be a brute; how great is it to not have to use his brain!

However, judging from what Yuanshi Tianzun said, the ancient grudge may be about to erupt ahead of schedule.
Come to think of it, the ancient grievances were suppressed by both the underworld and the heavenly court.

The world has undergone tremendous changes, and the Underworld is barely holding on, its suppressive power greatly diminished. The Heavenly Court is even worse off, having suffered an epic weakening under Zhao Yifu and now facing the upheaval caused by Youquan…

The ancient grievances that were suppressed will surely surface.

Zhao Yifu hesitated for a moment, then asked, "But if Youquan is affected by the ancient grudge, wouldn't it become a true demon?"

The Jade Purity Saint said calmly, "If that is indeed the case, then you cannot blame us for using drastic measures."

Zhao Yifu felt that Youquan was really unlucky, having been thoroughly outmaneuvered.

In his view, the only way out for Youquan now seems to be to stubbornly resist the ancient grudge until the great calamity has passed before considering anything else.

This is a terrible thing in the eyes of people in the Three Realms. I'm afraid many people can't understand why Youquan would do such a thing.
Zhao Yifu, from Youquan's perspective, understood that Youquan had previously existed as a consciousness without a physical form. Its sole purpose in entering the Three Realms was to comprehend the Heavenly Dao of this world and prepare for its next step.

Zhao Yifu's incarnation as a seeker of the Dao resides in the dark void, thus he understands that Youquan will eventually depart.

He was just a passerby in the Three Realms, because as Zhao Yifu deepened his cultivation in the Great Luo Realm, he gradually understood the path to advancement for Youquan.

He could not become a saint, or rather, he had no interest in becoming a saint, even if he was born with the qualifications.

After He has mastered the Heavenly Dao, or rather, replicated the operating principles of the Three Realms, He should leave the Three Realms and return to the void, and then become another existence in the void: a physical entity in the void!

Zhao Yifu felt a shiver run down his spine at the thought.

Because the only entity he knows of in the void is the Three Realms themselves!
If Youquan were to become a physical entity in the void, it would be equivalent to the existence of the Three Realms. What immense power that would be!
Zhao Yifu's heart pounded, because he realized that this might also be a promotion path he could choose.

The Three Realms...

It seems to be only this big?

In a daze, he switched to the perspective of his avatar in the dark void, looking down at the Three Realms, which really were only this tiny bit big.

He couldn't help but chuckle softly.

He then realized that he was in front of the Primordial Heavenly Venerable in the Jade Void Palace, and immediately came to his senses and apologized, "This humble one has been rude, please forgive me, Sage."

The Sage of Jade Void said quietly, "To hear the Dao and feel joy is truly excellent."

Zhao Yifu felt that this Jade Void Saint was quite easy to talk to, unlike some of the legends that portrayed him as complicated.

Just as he was wondering if he should take his leave, the Jade Void Saint suddenly said, "Since you're here, why not try some of Kunlun's specialties before you go?"

"Come on, prepare a feast."

As soon as he finished speaking, a young boy carrying a table walked out from the side with graceful steps.

Zhao Yifu looked at the boy, who was also dressed in white, and wondered if the boy was not human.

However, he didn't care, because he understood that what Yuanshi Tianzun disliked were those demons who didn't cultivate virtue, not the demons themselves.

He said in a deep voice, "Thank you."

The boy was taken aback and glanced at Zhao Yifu a couple more times.

Zhao Yifu responded with a gentle smile, then looked at the things on the table... Good heavens!

This is actually a yellow plum!

Zhao Yifu was extremely surprised.

The Primordial Celestial Venerable said, "This fruit will turn into mud within an incense stick's time after it leaves the tree, so you can enjoy it quickly."

Zhao Yifu felt a pang of regret upon hearing this, realizing that he wouldn't be able to bring one back for Yiyi.

So he picked up a yellow plum, covered his face with one hand with his sleeve, and put it into his mouth with the other.

When eating in front of a sage, one should still observe certain etiquette.

In just a moment, only a pit remained of the yellow plum.

At this moment, he couldn't help but marvel at the power of Huang Zhongli. He hadn't felt anything particularly special, yet things he hadn't fully grasped at the Great Luo Realm had naturally become clear. Many mysteries he had never even considered were unfolding before him with perfect clarity. This was the wondrous effect of Huang Zhongli; the user could almost instantly construct an inner world that replicated the Three Realms.

At the same time, it also nourishes the user's spirit to a certain extent... Although the increase is not much for Zhao Yifu, it still cannot hide its preciousness.

This single Huangzhong plum filled all the gaps in Zhao Yifu's understanding of the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm.

While it didn't involve profound insights into fate, it still allowed Zhao Yifu to have no worries from then on.

The wonders of Huangzhongli amazed him.

Then, Zhao Yifu had a sudden thought and put the fruit pit away.

He knew this was a good thing; Lei Zhenzi gained the Wind and Thunder Wings after eating a fairy apricot, which was obtained by replanting the pit of the Huangzhong Plum.

He wondered if he could take them back and grow them on Baiyun Mountain, so that Yiyi and the cats could all enjoy delicious apricots.

Hmm, so every cat can grow a pair of wings and become a 'winged cat'?
Zhao Yifu thought about it a lot.

However, at this moment, as if knowing his thoughts, the Jade Purity Saint waved his hand and said, "It seems you like this fruit very much. Although you can't take the original fruit back with you, fortunately, many of its offspring have been planted on Kunlun Mountain over the years."

"Baihe, take some more apricots back for Fuyinzi."

The white crane boy immediately replied, "Yes."

He then strode outside and soon returned with a large basket full of apricots, saying to Zhao Yifu, "Please."

Upon seeing this, Zhao Yifu quickly stood up and thanked him, saying, "Thank you for your grace, Sage and Ancestor."

Yuanshi Tianzun waved his hand to indicate that there was no need for formalities, and then said, "Senior brother is lucky to have a grand-disciple like you. I only have one request for you, and I hope you can fulfill it."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yifu's expression turned serious, and he immediately realized that they had finally gotten to the main topic.

He quickly clasped his hands in greeting and said, "Please give your instructions, Your Majesty."

The Primordial Celestial Venerable said calmly, "I hope that whatever path you choose in the future, after the Three Realms enter a new era, you will be able to release all those true spirits back into the Three Realms."

Zhao Yifu was taken aback. What did this mean?
Then he suddenly realized something.

The true spirits being released back into the Three Realms... refers to the souls he accepted in his dream world!
Why would Yuanshi Tianzun worry that he might be holding onto those true spirits?

Then he realized something...

His dream world, because of these many true spirits, possessed the workings of destiny. When destiny began to operate, even the illusory world began to have elements of reality.

In other words, Yuanshi Tianzun was afraid that he would detain the true spirits that originally belonged to the Three Realms for the sake of his own world!

Good guy...

Zhao Yifu felt a complex mix of emotions.

However, he still said solemnly, "Please rest assured, Sage Ancestor, your disciple will certainly not let you down."

Yuanshi Tianzun then waved his hand and said, "Alright, I will watch over you. Go."

Zhao Yifu walked out of Yuxu Palace somewhat bewildered, his feelings this time were very complicated.

His first impression of Jade Void Palace was that it was mysterious and majestic, but his first impression of meeting the Primordial Celestial Venerable was not bad, at least he was given a lot of good things.

But when he left, that warning made him very vigilant and gave rise to some fear.

He realized that this person was willing to break the rules and harm a junior for their own purposes.

Therefore, the warning meaning here is quite obvious.

Looking at the cause and effect together, Zhao Yifu can easily see that what Yuanshi Tianzun values ​​is his dream world!
The Dream Realm has become a lifeline for all beings in the Three Realms. As long as the Dream Realm exists, the Three Realms will eventually regain their vitality.

The problem is that this dream realm is not in the hands of the Primordial Celestial Venerable, which probably makes him uneasy, hence the need for the Mysterious Yin Maiden to come and find him.

He sensed that the way this Jade Purity Saint operated was somewhat like the imperial mindset of combining kindness and severity.

Well, it is indeed intimidating to others, but ultimately it is not as comfortable as staying under the Taiqing Sect.

He shook his head, then strode quickly to his own Baiyun Mountain, where he carried a fruit basket and fed the cats with a smile.

Before long, he was laughing happily as he watched his winged cats flying all over the yard.

Then he took out the pit of the yellow plum and handed it to Yiyi, saying, "Go and plant it for me, and see if you can grow anything worthwhile."

Yi Yi meowed in response, then gracefully carried the fruit pit out.

He then went to the Heavenly Prison and saw that Yang Jian and the others were still up there, so he stepped up.

"Everyone, I'm back."

Everyone was overjoyed to see him return.

"What does the Jade Purity Saint want with you?"

The monkey, unable to contain itself any longer, was the first to ask.

Zhao Yifu paused for a moment, then said in a deep voice, "The sage is reminding me that the ancient grudge may erupt ahead of schedule, so that we should be prepared."

Everyone was shocked to hear this; it was indeed big news.

At the same time, they realized that they had completely overlooked this point, and for a moment they became somewhat anxious.

After all, such a dramatic change in the world has a great impact on everyone.

Yang Jian's expression changed, and he said, "I need to leave once."

Zhao Yifu immediately understood what was going on and said, "If you have any difficulties, you can come here directly and we can discuss it together."

Yang Jian had quite a few men under his command, including the Seven Sages of Meishan, so he was quite anxious at this moment.

The monkey, too, had an idea. He stood up and said, "I, Old Sun, also have some acquaintances to inform. I'll be off now!"

With that, he somersaulted and disappeared into the air.

Seeing this, Pigsy quickly shouted, "Brother Monkey, wait for me!"

But after running a couple of steps, it suddenly seemed to remember something and stopped, turning its head to look at Zhao Yifu with a chuckle and saying, "Brother, is your place affected by the ancient grudge?"

Zhao Yifu shrugged and said, "If we haven't tried it, who knows?"

Pigsy was extremely conflicted. Suddenly, he remembered something and said, "Oh, I also have a few old brothers to look after. Farewell."

He then rode off on a cloud.

However, it was heading west.

It's highly questionable where it's going.

Nezha saw through it at a glance and said irritably, "This Clean Altar Messenger must have returned to the Western Paradise. It seems that it thinks the Buddhist sect can protect it."

Zhao Yifu looked at him and asked in return, "What about Marshal Zhongtan? Don't you have anyone you need to warn?"

Nezha said nonchalantly, "I've already brought my mother here, and the man surnamed Li is also tied up here. My two elder brothers are both in the Buddhist sect, so I assume they're all safe."

It seems they're convinced that following Zhao Yifu won't cause any major problems.

Just then, Yang Jian returned.

“I have already sent a message to them, telling them all to come to Liaoshan.”

"The only thing I'm worried about right now is that child, Chenxiang..."

Sure enough, my uncle was worried.

(End of this chapter)