The Path to Immortality: Starting with an Analysis of Basic Concepts

Chapter 448 The Earth's Membrane: The Awakening of the Green Cliff Ancestor (Please Subscribe)

A plume of black smoke emerged from the sedan chair.

He manifested as a middle-aged Taoist priest with a cold and stern appearance and a sinister aura.

Zhu Yu looked at the dark red stones on the barren hill, a strange light appearing in his eyes. "This mountain..." After thinking for a moment, he released a wisp of his aura.

A few breaths later.

The surroundings suddenly felt oppressive, and the flow of eerie energy seemed to slow down considerably. Wisps of black energy surged out from the cracks in the hills, and gradually, a terrifying aura spread out.

The two boys shuddered, their eyelids rolled back, and they fainted on the ground.

Bang bang...

Black energy surged, and a chilling wind howled.

As heavy footsteps echoed, a stone figure, less than three feet tall and entirely black and red, appeared.

Although the stone figure is small, its facial features are exquisitely human-like, and its limbs and torso are engraved with intricate and gorgeous delicate patterns, as if they were born with them, flowing with an astonishing and mysterious power.

Zhu Yu's eyes flashed with an even stronger strange light as he cupped his hands and said, "Qingyangzi of Qingyang Temple greets Brother Gui."

The stone figure raised its head, its anthropomorphic face staring at him without speaking, but its gradually rising aura indicated that it did not like Zhu Yu, and even seemed to dislike him somewhat.

Goodbye.

Zhu Yu sensed the increasingly heavy pressure around him, and without saying a word, he bowed and turned to step into the sedan chair.

The unconscious boy rolled to his feet, and without saying a word, he picked up the sedan chair and disappeared in a flash.

Watching the sedan chair disappear into the distance.

The stone figure looked up at the sky and stared for a long time. Then, a slightly immature snort rang out, and its body disappeared into the hill.

Ten miles away.

Inside the black sedan chair.

Zhu Yu's expression revealed an uncontrollable look of surprise and delight, and he murmured, "It's actually a stone spirit—"

According to his understanding.

"Stone Spirits" are formed from mineral veins and mountain stones over a long period of time, through a combination of circumstances.

His talent was extraordinary; had he not died prematurely, he would have undoubtedly advanced to the third rank, and even had a chance to advance to the fourth rank.

The "Stone Spirit" is a treasure from head to toe; its body can be disassembled into a mineral mother, which can generate mineral veins.

Most importantly, it has a core known as the "heart of the earth".

By using it to refine weapons, one can obtain the embryo of a "Dao weapon" with unparalleled defense.

If the "Spirit Ruins Master" refines it, the "Stone Spirit's" innate divine power "Heart of the Earth" can be transformed into "Earth Membrane".

It's like putting a hard shell on the "natal spirit ruins". This shell doesn't need to be sustenance. It can filter and absorb the power of the "foundation building realm" to maintain itself.

It can be said that once the "earth membrane" manifests, it is like a fish leaping over the dragon gate, and from then on, the sky's the limit.

The "Benming Spirit Ruins" no longer need to rely on harbors for refuge.

You can freely explore the "Foundation Building Realm".

"Stone Man".

For the "Lord of the Spirit Ruins," it is no exaggeration to call it a supreme treasure.

The "Stone Man" is currently only at the second rank and is still young, making this a good opportunity to kill it. Once it advances to the third rank, with its supernatural powers, even a "Golden Core True Monarch" might not be able to defeat it.

"call--"

Zhu Yu took a deep breath, his eyes filled with determination, "No matter what, I must get it—"

He immediately began to think about how to kill the "Stone Man".

His cultivation has reached the "Blood Fiend" realm, and he is only one step away from breaking through to the "Nether" level. Most importantly, his innate divine power "Heart of the Earth" not only makes his defense invincible among his peers, but also makes him extremely good at earth escape.

Even if the real person came, nine times out of ten they would not gain any advantage.

Think about it.

He felt the safest approach was to seek out a "Golden Core Realm" supernatural power.

He could hardly even meet the sect's "Golden Core True Monarch," let alone ask for one of his supernatural powers.

"Golden Core Realm..."

Zhu Yu's mind was in turmoil when suddenly, his eyes lit up and a name came to mind.

Dao artifact "Boundary-Breaking Anchor", "Qingji Little Ancestor".

Given "Blue Isle Ancestor's" personality, if he's willing to spend a lot of money, perhaps it's possible.

But he soon thought of the potential obstacles and unexpected events.

"Lord of a Thousand Eyes" and Mi Jinren of "Konishi Village".

"The Lord of a Thousand Eyes" is alright. Once Fangcheng returns and sets up the altar, he can simply kill the "Stone Spirit" and run away, starting all over again.

However, Master Mi of "Xiaoxi Village" is a potential threat. If they discover the existence of a "Stone Spirit" in the "Ghost Realm" during this period, he might not get the chance to possess the "Stone Spirit".

Thinking of this, Zhu Yu's eyes turned cold. After a few moments of contemplation, he said in a deep voice, "Return to Black Wind Mountain."

"Yes, sir."

The two boys responded in unison, lifted the sedan chair, and headed towards Black Wind Mountain.

Immortal Tomb and Spirit Ruins.

The Green Lotus Tower, the Underworld, and the two-story Upside-Down Tower.

Zhu Yu, dressed in a black robe with an indifferent expression, arrived in front of the altar, placed the mark given by "Qingji Xiaozu" on the altar, and waved his hand to transfer a stream of magic power to activate the altar.

A few breaths later.

Accompanied by the clanging sound of chains grinding together, a grand will descended.

Zhu Yu respectfully greets you, "Disciple humbly welcomes 'Young Ancestor Qingji'."

A sound, as clear as the clash of metal, devoid of any emotion, exploded in his mind.

"What is it?"

Zhu Yu, with a respectful expression, stated directly, "This disciple wishes to request a divine talisman from 'Little Ancestor'." He paused, then added respectfully, "This disciple is willing to offer 'Little Ancestor' five thousand strands of 'Spiritual Void Origin'."

He had just inquired with the sect leader, "True Man Huiyue," about the price of the "Golden Core Realm" supernatural power talisman.

Because its creation would diminish its supernatural powers.

The "Heavenly Path Sect" does not circulate "supernatural talismans".

He gave the price for the circulation of the "Twelve Heavenly Immortal Alliance". The price of the most ordinary "Golden Core Realm" divine power talisman is about two thousand "Spiritual Ruins Origin".

Zhu Yu wanted to have the demigods in the "Twelve Heavenly Immortals Alliance" purchase it, but there was no way to do so. He inquired with the Bai family's worshippers and managers, but to no avail.

And in order to show sincerity.

He more than doubled the lowest price.

After speaking, Zhu Yu bowed his head respectfully, feeling somewhat uneasy.

"Qingji Xiaozu" is a "Taoist artifact," and asking it for "supernatural talismans" is almost equivalent to buying its flesh.

Fortunately, "Blue Isle Ancestor" has a good personality and did not get angry.

Wait a moment.

Just when Zhu Yu had given up hope, the voice of "Qingji Xiaozu" echoed in his mind.

"Can.

""

The words fell.

Clang... Boom...

Zhu Yu vaguely heard a strange sound of chains snapping, and then saw the void in front of him twist and turn, from which a blue-gold ring rippled with vast power emerged and hovered in front of him.

"This is... hiss..."

Upon seeing the lapis lazuli ring, Zhu Yu's expression suddenly changed drastically. He secretly gasped and hurriedly manifested the bronze gate, taking out five thousand "Spiritual Ruins Origins" from it. After thinking for a moment, he took out another one thousand "Spiritual Ruins Origins" and respectfully offered them up.

"This disciple thanks the young master."

He felt a lightness in his palm, and the iron-like voice of "Little Ancestor Qingji" rang out again.

"Thank you for your kindness, this ring is hereby bestowed upon you."

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Having said that, his grand ambition receded like the tide.

"Thank you, Xiao Zu."

Zhu Yu bowed deeply and waited a few moments before straightening up, taking out a jade box, carefully accepting the lapis lazuli ring, storing it away, and putting it into his sleeve.

He let out a soft sigh, his eyes showing delight.

"The 'Blue Isles Ancestor' is so generous—"

He originally wanted to obtain a magical talisman.

Unexpectedly, "Qingji Xiaozu" directly severed a section of his body and gave it to him, which would undoubtedly greatly increase the power of the supernatural abilities contained within.

Furthermore, the remnants of the "Dao artifact" left behind after use, when integrated into the spiritual artifact "Ten Thousand Soul Banner," will inevitably have their foundation and power greatly increased due to the "Boundary-Breaking Anchor" characteristic.

Coming to his senses, Zhu Yu sensed the "Ghost Realm" and prepared to teleport the "Azure Ring" over once it had set up the altar.

Sensing the information transmitted by the distracted spirit, he hesitated for only a moment before deciding to temporarily remove Master Mi and the others from the "Ghost Realm".

After he harvests the "Stone Man," he will invite Master Mi into the "Ghost Realm," and then return the "Altar" to her.

Just as he was thinking this, his expression suddenly changed, a strange look appeared on his face, and he waved his sleeve to reveal a bronze door, stepping inside.

A short while later.

The bronze door reappeared.

Zhu Yu stepped out and shook his head slightly.

The visitor was none other than Master Mi, whose purpose was to invite him to kill the "Water Ape" and establish a deployment base.

He naturally couldn't agree, making excuses that the delivery location was too far away, and there were powerful monsters blocking the entrance, making it impossible to get there in a short time.

"The Earth's membrane, the 'Ghost Realm' is truly a wonderful place—"

Zhu Yu recalled the information conveyed by the distraction and couldn't help but sigh.

We don't say "stone man".

The endless monsters and numerous spirits in the "Ghost Realm" alone constitute a great treasure trove.

A vast treasure trove that can be cultivated for a very, very long time.

After sensing the "ghostly realm" split in his mind, he focused his attention on the "spirit realm" split in his mind.

Several days have passed.

The "Iris" family has carved out a large territory, almost equivalent to a knight's domain.

Andrei's eldest son, Monte, consumed the magical crop "Iris" and advanced to the Knight realm. One focused on internal affairs, suppressing serfs and opening up territory, while the other focused on external affairs, hunting magical beasts, and their development was rapid.

Interestingly...

Since Monte consumed the "Iris Flower" and ascended to the rank of Knight, the "life energy" within his body has increased, and a considerable portion of it will be offered to the "spirit realm" avatar, accounting for more than half of the total.

Whenever Monte offers him "life energy," a portion of his innate "dragon's might" is imprinted, gradually altering his "life energy" and imbuing it with the effects of "dragon's might."

Furthermore, as the fragments of "Dragon's Might" contained in Monte's life energy increase.

He discovered that he was gradually establishing an implicit subordinate relationship with Monte, and that he could influence Monte's will to a certain extent and make him make certain changes.

For example.

He didn't want Mina, who was always sneaking around him, to take care of him, so Monte immediately forbade Mina from getting close and took care of him himself.

This cycle of offerings, reciprocation, and influence.

This allows the distraction to gradually uncover the future development path.

That is to cultivate a large number of beings similar to "Monte", but due to the rules of the "Spirit Realm" nobles, before they have a certain strength to protect themselves, they will cultivate the "Iris" family for the time being.

Once their strength grows, it will be time to plunder the "Spirit Realm" and use it to nourish their own bodies.

Coming to his senses, Zhu Yu nodded slightly. His lifespan was long, so there was no need to rush things. Building high walls and slowly declaring himself king was the right way.

Just then.

His mind suddenly stirred, a smile spread across his face, and he said softly, "Finally, I've broken through..." As if sensing something, a look of surprise appeared in his eyes.

"The Realm of Fate"...

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Insect world.

In the wild south, there lies Jufeng Mountain.

The sun was shining brightly, a gentle breeze was blowing, and the grass and trees were lush and green.

"Is it almost ripe?"

"We'll have to wait a little longer. Hmm, it should be about right when the sun is high in the sky—"

At the foot of the mountain, a large fox, as tall as a person with bright red fur, was having a casual conversation with a somewhat bloated grass rat with a bald head.

Glancing at the tempting bunches of purplish-red grapes hanging from the tree branches, the bald man looked up at the huge vortex at the mountaintop, scratched his head, plucked a few hairs, and said with expectant eyes, "The other day Cai Ling said that Giant Peak is about to wake up. Will Giant Peak wake up along with the Giant Peak grapes when they ripen?"

Firetail thought for a moment and said, "Even if I don't know how, it'll be soon—"

Not long after.

Black Big White Two, the hummingbird couple, the little hummingbird, the white-feathered crane with golden eyes and white feathers, the white-feathered couple, the black-clad warrior Black Soil, the hornless blue ox, the black donkey with black skin, the rhinoceros beetle with black horns, and the red fire ant and the goat arrived one after another.

Gazing at the wild giant beech trees bursting through the orchard as they neared maturity.

They started chatting away.

They talked about recent events, and the topic they discussed most was "Jufeng Market".

Because there was no spiritual food provided by Zhu Yu.

Most of the spirit beasts and insect warriors in Jufeng Market fled. Half a year ago, the spiritual energy of Jufeng Market suddenly dissipated. After careful inspection, they discovered that the things Zhu Yu had set up had broken.

They won't fix them either.

They could only watch helplessly as the remaining spirit beasts and insect warriors left one by one, heading to the spirit land newly dug out by Duanwei to live.

Fortunately, Huowei and the others followed Zhuyu and benefited greatly. They had savings at home, and although they had been living beyond their means for three years, they had not yet reached the point of desperation.

He doesn't need to go out to work; he can always protect Zhu Yu.

As they were talking, the spirit beasts and insect warriors suddenly smelled a refreshing fragrance. They stopped talking, turned to look at the trees, and cheered when they saw that the bunches of grapes had turned from red to purple.

"It's ripe—"

The fact that these wild Kyoho grapes didn't go out to work during those three years is largely thanks to the pulp of these grapes.

"Time to pick fruit!"

With a joyful cry, the little hummingbird flapped its wings and flew into the orchard. With a gentle peck of its sharp beak, a giant grape fell to the ground. It skillfully peeled open the flesh, took out the fruit, took a bite, and happily placed the fruit on a blue stone below.

After eating in a few bites, it flapped its wings and flew away to continue picking fruit.

Other spirit beasts and insect warriors also sprang into action.

Attracted by the fragrance of the fruit, a large number of animals quickly gathered outside the orchard, but under the power of the spirit beast, not a single animal dared to enter the orchard.

Some of the spirit beasts and insectoid warriors, seeing that the people working in the orchard clearly had no intention of sharing the fruit, were very disappointed. They looked up at the mountaintop and muttered to themselves.

"When will Jufeng wake up?!"

"Giant Mount, I hope you wake up soon—"

I wonder if I heard their voices.

A gentle breeze swept by.

The enormous vortex that had been hovering over the mountaintop suddenly disappeared.

"Huh—"

A spirit beast noticed something was wrong, blinked, and suddenly exclaimed with delight, "Look! The vortex has disappeared! Has the giant peak awakened?"

Upon hearing this...

Some spirit beasts and insectoid warriors raised their heads. The spirit beasts in the orchard, including Firetail, also looked up at the mountaintop upon hearing its shout. Seeing that the vortex that had occupied the area for several years was gone, they exclaimed with delight, "The vortex is really gone—"

Just then.

Suddenly, they saw a beam of emerald light descend from the mountaintop, spreading like ripples in the blink of an eye until it engulfed all the spirit beasts and wild animals before they could react.

"Ugh—"

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