Immortal Demonic Path

Chapter 203 The First Encounter Between Master and Disciple

"I possess a Netherworld Token, which grants me free access to the Netherworld."

Li Changsheng took out the Netherworld Token and said calmly, "If you can defeat me, then this Netherworld Token will be yours. I will also inform the Nine Netherworld so that you can comprehend reincarnation."

"Are you really capable of making that decision?"

Sun Chengdao was still somewhat skeptical, as he knew the power of the Netherworld.

"If you can't make the decision, you've obtained the Netherworld Token, which allows you to enter and leave the Netherworld at any time. The Netherworld will then become your backyard."

Sun Chengdao pondered for a moment and said, "Alright, then this Netherworld Token is mine!"

Ripples spread across the void as a furry hand reached out from the sky and grabbed at the Netherworld Token.

Li Changsheng smiled calmly, as if he had expected it, and quickly put away the Netherworld Token, pointing it with a finger.

Ding-dong!

A crisp sound rang out, as if striking a hard magical artifact, yet it remained completely unharmed.

"You monkey, you're not being honest," Li Changsheng said.

"You didn't say when it would start."

  

Sun Chengdao chuckled and appeared from the air, throwing a punch straight at the face!

The fist's power was contained within, yet wherever it passed, the void distorted, and faint cracks appeared.

Li Changsheng lightly raised his right palm to take the punch head-on.

With a deafening roar, a terrifying force shook his entire body. Li Changsheng's figure gracefully retreated, the immense power dissipating from his feet, causing the void to shatter and the mountain to collapse.

Yang Dingtian quickly transformed into a beam of light and fled, fearing he would be harmed by the aftershocks.

In contrast, Sun Chengdao stood in the void, his golden hair shining brightly, with dazzling patterns flowing across his body.

"He's indeed a strong opponent, on par with me!"

Sun Chengdao's eyes gleamed with golden light as he looked at Li Changsheng with admiration.

Li Changsheng smiled faintly: "Then let's see if you have the ability to take away the Netherworld Token."

As soon as he finished speaking, Li Changsheng transformed into a true dragon, but it was a golden dragon. Ancient and sacred dragon might erupted, and a sharp aura spread, as if it would tear this world apart.

Under the ancient and sacred dragon's might, Sun Chengdao's expression darkened, and a sacred aura also surged forth from his body, with multicolored rays of light spreading across the sky.

"Great Five Elements Fist!"

Sun Chengdao shouted in a deep voice and threw a punch, gathering all the power of the five elements. The power of the five elements in the world rushed in.

"A thought from Xuanjin!"

The enormous golden dragon's body exuded an aura that transcended heaven and earth, with killing intent and profound metal energy gathering in its claws, which then slammed towards Sun Chengdao.

One is nearly 500 feet tall, the other is as small as an ant, yet both possess immense power.

bang

The Sacred Embryo of Heaven and Earth clashed with the ancient True Dragon Path, and the enormous dragon body flew out horizontally.

"Old Dragon, your strength is still insufficient. Why don't you use your Five Signs of Decay and Four Calamities?"

Sun Chengdao stood in the void, baring his teeth and sneering.

Li Changsheng's dragon eyes gleamed: "Then so be it!"

Li Changsheng was surrounded by a vast and radiant light, and an aura of decay permeated the air, causing calamities to erupt everywhere. Within a radius of dozens of miles, it was as if the end of the world was approaching.

The grass and trees wither and die.

Before the wild beasts could even react, they were instantly reduced to skeletons.

"Your trick might work on others, but it won't work on me!" Sun Chengdao's expression was solemn, his eyes gleaming with golden light, and the patterns around his body radiating a dazzling brilliance: "My body has existed since time immemorial, incorruptible, and will endure even as heaven and earth perish!"

The might of Heaven was overwhelming, and divine pressure swept outwards. It was an innate holiness, a sacred embryo nurtured by Heaven and Earth!

The aura of decay dissipated instantly upon approaching Sun Chengdao, unable to shake his indestructible body.

The four calamities befell him, yet he remained unshaken and quickly dissipated.

Sun Chengdao was like an immortal mountain, and no matter what forces impacted him, they could not shake him in the slightest.

Yang Dingtian, who was in the distance, looked at this scene with a solemn expression. The innate sacred aura made him feel as if he had seen the sacred embryo of heaven and earth.

Could it be...

No, this era can still give birth to a sacred embryo of heaven and earth?

bang

A deafening explosion rang out as Sun Chengdao forcefully charged against the power of the Five Signs of Decay and Four Calamities of Heaven and Man, carving a path through the air with his fists and palms.

"The world is united as one!"

Li Changsheng's gaze sharpened, and he activated his demonic energy, but he could only activate one dantian; the sixty-five leaf-shaped world remained unmoved.

The Dao, which unites the four true dragons, exudes an ancient dragon might that transcends heaven and earth.

bang

The two clashed again. This time, Li Changsheng flew even further, unable to maintain his true dragon form, and reverted to human form.

Only when boundless power converged did they stop their movements.

"Old Dragon, your supernatural power is truly formidable!" Sun Chengdao exclaimed in admiration. "If I hadn't cultivated the Vajra Indestructible Body, I really wouldn't have dared to accept your supernatural power."

"A Taoist genius, indeed remarkable."

Li Changsheng sighed in admiration and said, "If you can withstand this final move, then I concede defeat."

"Hmm? What other supernatural abilities do you have?" Sun Chengdao asked with surprise.

This old dragon has so many tricks up his sleeve; even the Four Calamities of Heaven and Man are not the strongest.

The power of the Four Seas Unifying is also extremely terrifying; even the Three Flowers Gathering at the Top wouldn't dare to directly confront it.

But now, this old dragon actually has some tricks up his sleeve.

Li Changsheng smiled slightly, and an incomparably domineering aura flowed out, supreme and above all living beings in the world.

At this moment, Li Changsheng transformed into a golden dragon of the sun, exuding an aura of timelessness, as if he were a true yang that had crossed time and space from ancient times.

A majestic aura, terrifying power—the void crumbled, and the mortal realm could hardly withstand the golden dragon of the sun.

Yang Dingtian was shocked to see this: "If Master is from the lineage of the Sun Demon Emperor, he is very likely to be on par with my elder brother."

Amidst the colorful glow and the awe-inspiring divine might, Sun Chengdao's expression was solemn, and a world of the Five Elements appeared behind him.

"Great Five Elements Divine Light!"

Sun Chengdao let out a long roar, and a terrifying shockwave shot straight into the sky, with colorful rays of light spreading across the heavens.

In this world of the Five Elements, the entire world was transformed into the Five Elements. Wherever it passed, mountains rose from the ground, sand and stones flew, and all things in the world were incorporated into the Five Elements.

Li Changsheng urged the Golden Dragon of the Sun to retreat swiftly, saying, "This humble Taoist concedes defeat."

Sun Chengdao paused, looking at him in surprise: "Why admit defeat?"

"I cannot break through your Five Elements World," Li Changsheng said with a sigh as he transformed into human form.

Sun Chengdao's Five Elements World was studied according to the method he was given, and he was confident that he could break through it.

However, there's no need to decipher Sun Chengdao's Five Elements Divine Power. This is his disciple, who has just emerged from seclusion, and he shouldn't dampen his enthusiasm.

"Your Golden Dragon of the Sun just now was very powerful," Sun Chengdao said in a deep voice.

"You've only grasped the incomplete sacred runes. You'd better be careful in the future. The Sun Bird's Yang Wushang has comprehended complete sacred runes," Li Changsheng said with a faint smile.

"I'll be careful. You can give me the Netherworld Token now," Sun Chengdao said, dispersing the five-colored divine light.

Li Changsheng took out the Netherworld Token and said, "May I ask why you want to go to the Netherworld to explore reincarnation?"

Sun Chengdao hesitated for a moment, then said, "To be honest, I want to know the secret of reincarnation and how to bring my master back to life."

"Your master?" Li Changsheng asked in surprise, "Could it be... Li Changsheng?"

"You know my master?" Sun Chengdao asked in surprise.

After all these years, I never thought anyone would still remember the name Li Changsheng.

"Of course I remember. When Qingtian fell, it involved you. The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor said that you were Li Changsheng's disciple."

Li Changsheng said, "Since you cultivate in the Taoist sect, you must have studied under a Taoist master, so you will not perish. That means it can only be Li Changsheng."

"It was him, Master Changsheng, who taught me how to grow. The Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor is searching for a way to revive himself, how could I stand idly by?"

Sun Chengdao looked grave and said, "No matter what, as long as there's a glimmer of hope, I will do it."

"However, as far as I know, reincarnation requires a soul. Back then, Li Changsheng was only at the Golden Core stage."

Li Changsheng sighed softly, "Even if you have comprehended the cycle of reincarnation, it is impossible for Li Changsheng to be reborn."

"I... have to give it a try." Sun Chengdao opened his mouth, his expression resolute: "There is hope. Reincarnation has appeared, so Master must still have hope. Perhaps the Heavenly Heart Demon Emperor has preserved a trace of Master's remnant soul."

"Then let me tell you, even if one's soul is intact, reincarnation is impossible in this day and age." Li Changsheng handed him the Netherworld Token: "As for Li Changsheng, I advise you to let go of your attachments and move forward with peace of mind."

"I also want to let go, but I can't let go. My master taught me to grow and build an unparalleled foundation, which is why I am who I am today."

Sun Chengdao said in a deep voice, "Daoist, consider this Netherworld Token as a loan from me. I will return it to you after I have used it."

Li Changsheng sighed softly and said, "If you encounter any difficulties, you may come to Penglai to seek me out."

Without another word, he left with Yang Dingtian.

Instead of returning directly to Penglai, they sought out the Rakshasa who had recently left.

"Daoist Master." A stunningly beautiful Rakshasa woman bowed in greeting.

"I have been defeated by Sun Chengdao, and I now know why he entered the Netherworld to explore reincarnation..."

Li Changsheng told the female Rakshasa about Sun Chengdao's matter, saying, "Go back and tell Fellow Daoist Ming that if it's not some top secret, there's no need to be too wary. It's best not to offend him."

"Yes." The female Rakshasa bowed respectfully and turned to leave.

After leaving with Yang Dingtian, Yang Dingtian asked in confusion, "Master, why did you stop and hand over the Netherworld Token just now?"

In his opinion, Li Changsheng, who had just transformed into a golden dragon of the sun, might not be without a fighting chance against Sun Chengdao.

Li Changsheng smiled faintly and said, "I only have a slight relationship with Jiu Youming, and I'm not at the point where I would risk my life for her."

Yang Dingtian understood. Thinking about it, it made sense; Sun Chengdao wasn't exactly a saint either.

After the Great Five-Colored Divine Light, there may be even more Taoist supernatural powers; there's no need to fight to the death.

"By the way, Master, Sun Chengdao's aura earlier gave me the feeling of facing the Holy Embryo of Heaven and Earth," Yang Dingtian said in a low voice.

"Don't pay attention to things you shouldn't, and don't overthink it," Li Changsheng said calmly.

"Did Master sense it too?" Yang Dingtian asked.

"I'm not blind, of course I noticed it. It's just that Sun Chengdao is backed by the Taoist sect, so there are some things I noticed but kept to myself."

Li Changsheng said calmly, "In this era, the Daoist sect still reigns supreme."

"Disciple understands." Yang Dingtian's heart tightened, and he said no more.

Sun Chengdao is backed by the Taoist sect, the biggest backer of this era!

This trip to the Central Plains is solely for honing combat experience. If any problems arise, that sect will certainly do everything in its power to eliminate those responsible.

Li Changsheng dared not acknowledge Sun Chengdao, for if he did, the Daoist sect would definitely kill him!

Just wait patiently until the day you become invincible, then you won't fear the Daoist sect.

Of course, he would have to survive the great calamity before emerging; he lacked the confidence to fight against a group of true immortals.

Moreover, who can guarantee that there are beings beyond the True Immortal realm?

If such a thing existed, then I would be delivering the elixir of immortality to others.

Back on Penglai Island, Yang Dingtian was allowed to focus on comprehending the Sun Sacred Runes, while Li Changsheng recalled his battle with Sun Chengdao.

Sun Chengdao's strength is greater than when he used the Golden Sun Dragon, and it is unknown whether the Great Five-Colored Divine Light is his limit.

But as a Taoist master of the Taiyi sect, he had already exhausted all his means.

Using other means would expose their identities; it's just to verify Sun Chengdao's strength, there's no need to reveal too much.

This disciple is very strong. He hasn't carried any burdens during his many years of cultivation, which is quite impressive!

In particular, the sacred markings on his body were used with unparalleled skill, combined with his physique, to resist the Five Decays and Four Calamities of Heaven and Man.

He created his own Seventy-Two Transformations, which is also the Way of Sacred Runes, and it is worth studying further.

The markings on his body—the markings of a true dragon and the sacred markings of the sun—are no less impressive than those of Sun Chengdao now.

Sun Chengdao was able to defeat him, which shows that he had not yet mastered the art of patterns.

However, before that, we need to study the Taiyin Sacred Mark.

Although it is only a fragment of the Taiyin Sacred Rune, if it can be studied, it will be a great supernatural power.

After all, this Yin-Yang Sacred Mark is no weaker than the Sun Sacred Mark, and its Yin-Yang energies will be even more advanced.

Li Changsheng immersed his mind in the Taiyin Sacred Runes, comprehending the Dao of Taiyin.

The Longevity Sacred Mark is also merging with the Taiyin Sacred Mark.

Li Changsheng recalled his fight with Sun Chengdao, various patterns intertwining within his body, flowing like spiritual energy.

Upon careful consideration, I realized that I was the one who first discovered the path of these patterns.

Previously, lacking powerful markings, one could only delve into other cultivation methods.

Now that we have mastered the profound patterns, we must naturally re-examine them, perfect the way of patterns, and create a new path of cultivation.

Li Changsheng entered seclusion, and the Rakshasa returned to the Netherworld to inform the Nine Netherworlds of what had happened.

Jiu Youming frowned slightly: "The Netherworld Token has fallen into Sun Chengdao's hands? Taiyi, have you gone to aid the enemy?"

Originally, I wanted to ask Master Taiyi to deal with Sun Chengdao, but now, the Netherworld Token has been given away.

This has been resolved!

"Resurrecting Li Changsheng from back then? Absolutely impossible!" Jiu Youming sighed softly and said, "Your filial piety has moved me. Very well, let you understand reincarnation and give up your thoughts as soon as possible."

Let alone the current cycle of reincarnation, which lacks a divine soul, even the complete cycle of reincarnation in ancient times is beyond our reach.

Otherwise, how could there be talk of the soul being scattered?

Unless one is an ancient, highly powerful being, before the path to immortality is severed, even if their soul is scattered, they can still wander between heaven and earth, hoping to one day be reborn and return to the world.

But things are different now.

In this era, even immortals cannot live forever. Ancient great supernatural beings cannot even withstand the passage of time, let alone reunite their souls and be resurrected.

Li Changsheng's soul had long since vanished; she couldn't create it out of thin air.

"Send a message to Wutian: Ming agrees to Sun Chengdao's understanding of reincarnation. He owes Youming a huge favor," Jiuyouming said calmly.

Let go of reincarnation and let Sun Chengdao comprehend it. She, the Nine Netherworld, cannot lose out. She must get it back from Wutian. In any case, Wutian will make up for the loss.

"Yes," the Rakshasa replied respectfully.

(End of this chapter)