Taming Beasts and Cultivating Immortality from Two Realms

Chapter 328 Uninvited Guest

Qingmu Sect, Wansen Hall.

A dignified cultivator dressed in a blue robe, with a solemn expression, sat in the main seat. His aura was restrained and profound, and his cultivation was unfathomable.

This person is none other than Zhao Cang, the sect leader of the Green Wood Sect and True Lord Green Locust!

"I'm sure you all already know about the news from the Mirror Moon Sect."

Zhao Cang put down the jade slip in his hand and looked down at the eight Golden Core elders below: "The Tianyi Beiming Mirror is acting strangely, manifesting unusual phenomena in heaven and earth, and our sect's treasure is also resonating with it."

"All indications suggest that a Golden Core cultivator who has forged the Taiyi Golden Core may very well emerge within the Mirror Moon Sect!"

As soon as Zhao Cang said this, the already heavy atmosphere in Wansen Hall became even more somber.

Several Golden Core elders looked thoughtful.

The Taiyi Golden Elixir is the supreme elixir, which is difficult to achieve without great opportunity and great potential.

Over the years, countless talented cultivators from the Green Wood Sect have tried to comprehend the "Five Directions and Five Elders Taiyi Pill Forging Method," but unfortunately, none of them have been able to achieve great success.

Even with a talent as strong as Sect Master Zhao Cang's, the Golden Core he forged back then was only Grade Two, far from being comparable to the Taiyi Golden Core.

However, what worries the Golden Core elders present even more than the Golden Core grade is that ancient books say that those who obtain the Taiyi Golden Core have the potential to transform into a spirit and refine the void, and can also resonate with the sect's foundation.

To put it bluntly, a Golden Core cultivator is nothing special; the reason why the Golden Core elders of the Green Wood Sect gathered here is the terrifying growth potential of the Taiyi Golden Core.

If a Nascent Soul True Monarch capable of wielding the power of a Primordial Dao Artifact were to appear in the Mirror Moon Sect, the Azure Wood Sect would not face a life-or-death crisis, but the balance of the entire Earthly Realm would be completely altered as a result.

"Are you sure? Which Golden Core cultivator from the Mirror Moon Sect is it?" A Golden Core elder with a sinister face suddenly spoke up.

"According to the report from our undercover agents in the Mirror Moon Sect, the prodigy who triggered the anomaly in the Tianyi Beiming Mirror is most likely Chen Zi'ang, the Daoist disciple of the Mirror Moon Sect."

The Grand Elder of the Green Wood Sect said, "But Chen Zi'ang may be a target in the open, while the real Taiyi Golden Core cultivator is someone else."

After these words were spoken, the Wansen Hall fell silent.

"This matter must be thoroughly investigated, even if it means breaking the alliance with the Mirror Moon Sect."

Zhao Cang's gaze swept slowly over the Golden Core elders below, his expression resolute.

"How can we confirm this?" an elder asked.

"Daozi is the face of the sect, and Jingyue Sect will definitely invite guests from all directions to hold the Core Formation Ceremony."

Zhao Cang said solemnly, “Our sect has a long-standing relationship with the Mirror Moon Sect. We can send someone there under the guise of congratulations to conduct a proper test.”

"What the sect leader says is absolutely right." The Grand Elder nodded slightly and said in a deep voice, "But it would be difficult for an ordinary Golden Core cultivator to test the depth of Mirror Moon Daoist in front of everyone."

"Let Zhao Muyu go," Zhao Cang said calmly.

Upon hearing this, all the Golden Core cultivators present had a slight change in their expressions.

Zhao Muyu is at the peak of the Golden Core stage. He is not only a direct descendant of the ancestor and possesses the Yi Wood Spirit Body, but also has an amazing talent for wood-based magic. He has the strength to fight beyond his level and is the undisputed number one among the previous generation of Golden Core True Persons of the Qingmu Sect. He is also a strong contender for the next sect master of the Qingmu Sect.

Even the elders present, whose cultivation had reached the Golden Core stage, had little confidence in defeating Zhao Muyu in a one-on-one fight.

“Junior Nephew Mu Yu is strong enough and meticulous, and is indeed the best candidate.”

A Golden Core elder nodded slightly.

“If Daoist Jingyue can gain the favor of a Dao artifact, his strength will definitely be extraordinary. Although Junior Nephew Muyu is strong, he may not be able to force out his full strength.” Another Golden Core elder looked hesitant.

"It's alright." Zhao Cang smiled calmly. "For this Core Formation Ceremony, I have decided to entrust the [Myriad Myriad Green Lotus] to Mu Yu."

Upon hearing this, the pupils of the Golden Core elders shrank.

The Myriad Mysterious Azure Lotus is both a Heavenly Treasure and the natal magic weapon of the sect leader, True Lord Qinghuai.

If the sect leader is willing to spend a great deal to leave some True Monarch techniques in the Myriad Mysterious Green Lotus, Zhao Muyu, who wields the Heaven-Reaching Mysterious Treasure, may be able to contend with early Nascent Soul cultivators, and even attempt to suppress and kill them.

……

Chongjin Sect, Yuanci Hall.

Inside the main hall, the magnetic force was incredibly powerful.

If a non-third-order Golden Core cultivator steps into this place, even a Golden Core True Person will feel their body become sluggish, as if carrying a mountain.

Wu Shijie, the sect leader of the Chongjin Sect, stood in the center of the main hall with his upper body bare and his face cold and hard, holding several jade slips for communication in his hand.

"Our sect plans to join forces with the Green Wood Sect, the Burning Flame Sect, and the Profound Sword Pavilion to test the Mirror Moon Sect. What do you think?" Wu Shijie asked directly.

"A test?" A Golden Core elder said in a hoarse voice, "If it is confirmed that Daoist Jingyue poses a great threat, the sect should spare no effort to nip him in the bud."

"It's not that simple." Another Golden Core elder shook his head: "As long as Daoist Jingyue doesn't leave Jingyue Sect, and with Tianyi Beimingjing in charge, who can stop him? This radical approach is tantamount to a direct declaration of war, which is inconsistent with our sect's strategy!"

"So what if we declare war?"

A sharp-eyed Golden Core elder said, "This is a good opportunity to force Mirror Moon Daoist out and eliminate him completely, so that he can use the power of the Heavenly One Northern Sea Mirror to break through to the True Monarch and True Venerable realms and lead the Mirror Moon Sect to rise to power."

"Second Elder, your idea is too radical. Becoming a Nascent Soul True Venerable is not so easy." Wu Shijie snorted coldly: "If you want to kill someone, either do nothing or act with overwhelming force, killing them with one blow."

"If the Mirror Moon Sect chooses to retreat and concede the land between the two realms, guarding its mountain gate and waiting for the Mirror Moon Dao Child to grow, Second Elder, do you really have the confidence to break through the Mirror Moon Mountain Gate?"

Upon hearing this, the Second Elder's eye twitched slightly.

Opportunities can be created.

Assassinating Jingyue Daozi and breaching the Jingyue Mountain Gate are two different things; only a fool would do the opposite.

Despite his inner complaints, the Second Elder made no attempt to refute them outwardly.

Sect Master Wu Shijie is not only a direct descendant of the patriarch, but also possesses unparalleled cultivation, making him one of the top figures even among Nascent Soul True Monarchs.

With the sect leader having clearly expressed his inclination, he dared not continue to be radical.

There's a saying that goes, "Major issues are discussed in small meetings, and minor issues are discussed in large meetings."

Compared to the will of a True Monarch, these Golden Core elders, though seemingly high-ranking and powerful, are in reality only capable of handling miscellaneous sect affairs.

The sect's true strategic direction is actually determined by the Nascent Soul True Monarch; these Golden Core elders are merely responsible for execution.

"Killing is a means, not an end. The interests of the sect are the fundamental goal."

Wu Shijie said without room for doubt, "I will personally lead the Jingyue Sect's Core Formation Ceremony, with Li Feijue accompanying me."

Upon hearing this, the elders all looked surprised.

The Chongjin Sect and the Jingyue Sect have always been enemies.

Judging from the sect leader's attitude now, why is he more inclined to unite with the Mirror Moon Sect, rather than joining forces with the other three sects to suppress the Mirror Moon Sect?

……

Time flies, and it's gone in the blink of an eye.

The Golden Core Formation Ceremony began as scheduled.

Above the Mirror Moon Sea, streaks of light converged from all directions of the Earthly Realm and landed on the seats that the Mirror Moon Sect had already arranged.

Before long, cultivators gathered at Mirror Moon Square, and powerful figures from major sects came together.

"Buzz!"

Just then, the flying swords carried by the disciples of Jingyue all emitted a soft chime.

Shu You looked up and, following the sensation of the flying sword, probed the southeast direction with her divine sense, discovering a series of incomparably sharp sword lights sweeping across the sky.

"They are cultivators from the Xuanjian Pavilion!"

Bai Zhi's eyes narrowed as she looked at the figure at the forefront of the sword light. The newcomer was dressed in a plain white Daoist robe, with sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, possessing an outstanding temperament. He was none other than Gu Wuji, the Heavenly Sword, a Golden Core Perfection Grand Cultivator and one of the candidates for the Xuanjian Pavilion Master.

"The Vice Pavilion Master of Xuanjian Pavilion congratulates Daoist Jingyue on his successful Core Formation—and presents him with a third-grade superior magic weapon, the Fish-Dragon Sword."

After the Mirror Moon Sect cultivators finished their greetings, they led the Xuanjian Pavilion cultivators to their seats.

'Those who come are not friendly, and those who are friendly do not come.' Gu Chun murmured.

At the Mirror Moon Daoist's Core Formation Ceremony, the Xuanjian Pavilion, as an ally, only sent a deputy pavilion master to lead the team and presented a third-grade high-quality magic weapon. This was undoubtedly a signal of some kind of dissatisfaction.

Gu Wuji remained calm and composed, ignoring the intrigued gazes of the cultivators from the five major sects, and took his seat with ease.

He is not yet the head of the Xuanjian Pavilion and cannot represent the entire Xuanjian Pavilion.

Today's words and actions can all be explained as personal behavior, leaving some room for maneuver for Xuanjian Pavilion's subsequent strategies.

Thinking of this, Gu Wuji slowly closed his eyes, like an old monk entering meditation, concealing all his sharpness, waiting for the main person in charge of the Core Formation Ceremony to appear.

Soon, the powerful figures from various cultivation forces took their seats one after another, as the appointed time had arrived.

The Grand Elder Zheng Qianwei of the Mirror Moon Sect flashed and appeared in front of the main seat on the high platform, and said loudly: "The auspicious time has arrived, please take your seat, Daoist!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the golden bells rang four times.

Regardless of their cultivation level or sect affiliation, all the cultivators present subconsciously restrained their auras, stopped talking, and looked towards the towering platform bathed in radiant light.

In an instant, the entire Mirror Moon Square fell silent.

Under the watchful eyes of thousands of cultivators, a tall and upright figure slowly emerged from the depths of the rosy light.

His face was handsome, his aura calm and profound, and his steps unhurried, exuding an indescribable noble air that made most of the cultivators present hold their breath and feel solemn.

'Is he Chen Zi'ang, the Daoist Master of Mirror Moon?'

'What an amazing demeanor!'

A female cultivator from the Green Wood Sect covered her mouth and sighed softly, her eyes gleaming with admiration: 'Truly, a gentleman as refined as jade, unparalleled in the world.'

Her companion was also somewhat mesmerized, transmitting her thoughts telepathically: 'Did you notice? Mirror Moon Daoist is clearly standing there, yet he seems to be one with heaven and earth, you can't sense any aura at all. Is this really a cultivator who has just entered the Golden Core stage?'

Location of Xuanjian Pavilion.

Gu Wuji slightly opened his closed eyes and looked at Chen Beiwu with a hint of apprehension.

'What a terrifying foundation.'

As a cultivator at the peak of the Golden Core stage, he couldn't even fathom the background of a prodigy who had just entered the Golden Core stage.

It seems the sect's intelligence was correct; the person who triggered the events at Tianyi Beiming Mirror was most likely Chen Zi'ang, the Daoist of Mirror Moon.

‘Something’s wrong! ’

Wu Shijie, the sect leader of the Heavy Gold Sect, frowned slightly, quite surprised.

According to ancient sect records, while the Taiyi Golden Elixir is indeed powerful, it lacks the profound ability to conceal one's vital energy.

Chen Zi'ang is at most a Golden Core cultivator. How could he possibly hide his strength and conceal his aura in front of a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator like him?

Could it be that his guess was wrong, and Chen Ziang not only resonated with the Heavenly One Northern Sea Mirror, but also gained its approval and is expected to become the wielder of the Primordial Dao Artifact?
If that's the case, then for the sake of the sect's interests, the Heavy Gold Sect might as well turn enemies into friends and become an ally of the Mirror Moon Sect.

'Oh no, Junior Nephew Mu Yu is no match for Chen Zi'ang!'

On the other side, Zhao Cang, the sect leader of the Qingmu Sect, maintained his smile, but his heart sank.

Has the Mirror Moon Sect gone mad?

He couldn't discern Jingyue Daozi's strength, but he could sense a slight threat emanating from him.

If he wasn't mistaken, this Mirror Moon Daoist, though seemingly just entering the Golden Core realm, had actually refined many precious pills and elixirs over the years, and was now very likely in the late Golden Core stage, or even a fully-fledged Golden Core cultivator.

Noticing the gazes of the cultivators, especially the divine sense of the Nascent Soul True Monarch, Chen Beiwu calmly walked to the center of the high platform, faced the guests from all directions, and gave a slight bow.

"Chen Zi'ang of the Mirror Moon Sect thanks all the seniors and fellow Daoists for attending the ceremony."

As soon as Chen Beiwu finished speaking, the banquet officially began.

Celestial music filled the air, and the guests and hosts chatted happily.

Various precious wines and spiritual fruits circulated continuously at the banquet, and some cultivators who were in high spirits even sat down to discuss the Dao.

"boom!"

Just then, the inspiration that filled the world suddenly froze.

A terrifying pressure, like a vast ocean collapsing, slowly descended from the sky, and the Mirror Moon Sect's protective formation was activated, forming a light screen strong enough to withstand the powerful attack of a Nascent Soul True Monarch.

"Ok?"

"Such a fierce aura!"

"With the powerful figures from the five major sects gathered here, who dares to be so presumptuous?"

The guests present all changed their expressions slightly, looking towards the outside of the mountain gate with suspicion and uncertainty.

"Who dares to invade the gates of my Mirror Moon Sect!"

The Golden Elixir Master, who was in charge of guarding and protecting the area, was both shocked and furious, and shouted sternly.

Chen Beiwu's eyes narrowed, and he looked up at the sky.

High above, amidst a sea of ​​clouds, a colossal warship, as large as an island, slowly emerged, stirring up the winds and clouds.

This warship was crafted primarily from the skeleton of an unknown behemoth, which was covered with a dense array of Dao-proving runes, emanating a desolate and ferocious aura, as if a true lord had descended.

At the center of the bow, a dark black battle flag fluttered in the wind, embroidered with a giant dragon totem of the Eight Desolations, roaring towards the sky and ready to devour mountains and rivers.

Upon seeing that flag, all the guests present, including cultivators from the Xuanjian Pavilion, Qingmu Sect, Fenyan Sect, and Chongjin Sect, frowned and looked displeased.

The reason is simple: this is the Earthly Realm!
The flag flying on that fourth-tier warship was the symbol of the Eight Desolate Sect, the overlord of the Southern Realm.

'What a terrifying aura!'

Chen Beiwu's pupils contracted slightly as he looked at the several figures standing in front of the warship's deck.

The leader was a gray-robed cultivator who was eight feet tall and had a slender build.

His face was plain and unremarkable, and there was no trace of his aura leaking out, yet many cultivators felt a terrifying sense of "the sun and moon rising and falling, the eight wastelands collapsing, and life being beyond one's control."

This state of mind is neither the pressure of cultivation nor the locking of qi, but the absolute difference brought about by different levels and dimensions of life.

A True Immortal Transformation!

Looking at the wisps of purple aura around the gray-robed cultivator that were neither cloud nor rosy cloud and were indescribable, Chen Beiwu was able to remain calm, but the First Elder Zheng Qianwei couldn't help but change her expression drastically.

"It's a joy to congratulate Daozi Jingyue for forming the elixir."

The gray-robed cultivator spoke calmly, his voice resounding throughout the heavens and earth: "I am Ning Xuanji, the patriarch of the Eight Desolations Sect, and I have come with the sect's Daoist disciple, Ning Wujiu, to observe this ceremony."

Behind Ning Xuanji, a young man named Ning Wujiu stepped forward at the opportune moment, his gaze sweeping over thousands of cultivators and locking onto Chen Beiwu.

"I have long heard of Daoist Jingyue's unparalleled talent, which can trigger extraordinary phenomena in the world once he forms his core. I am Ning Wujiu, and I have made some progress in my cultivation. I wish to exchange ideas with other geniuses of my generation and verify what we have learned."

"Today, I wish to celebrate this battle of seeking the Dao and wish Daoist Jingyue a successful Core Formation. I also hope that Fellow Daoist Chen will not hesitate to offer his guidance!"

Upon hearing this, all the cultivators focused their attention on Chen Beiwu, their expressions varying.

Under the guise of congratulations and seeking guidance, they acted domineeringly. This is a common tactic used by the Eight Desolations Sect to suppress many cultivation sects in the Southern Realm. It is unknown how Daoist Jingyue will deal with it!

(End of this chapter)