Immortal Demonic Path

Chapter 29 You mustn't imitate Niu Wendao, that calf

Niu Wendao left, and Li Changsheng returned to Qingliu Courtyard.

He couldn't persuade Niu Wendao, and as for whether he could eventually become the sect leader, Li Changsheng could only say that the possibility was slim.

Back in my room, I settled down to practice my meditation.

Through conversations with Niu Wendao, I gained a preliminary understanding of ancient demon runes.

The methods of cultivation and the insights gained from cultivation formed ancient demonic runes.

No wonder some cultivators are able to comprehend supernatural abilities from ancient demon runes.

He also began to study how to combine his cultivation method with the imprinted array and stone finger runes.

Only in this way can you create runes that are truly unique to you.

However, before that, he still needs to imprint a formation.

Illusion Array!

With the illusion array, I, the Tree of Immortality, can hide better and have more options for dealing with enemies.

Without hesitation, Li Changsheng recalled the Illusion Array technique and imprinted it on his body.

But this makes the consumption even greater!

With previous experience, the lines were drawn easily and smoothly.

By morning, the superior-grade Qi Refining Illusion Array had been successfully completed.

The moment he successfully sketched the outline, Li Changsheng also felt a sense of limit.

After all, he was only at the early stage of the eighth level of body refinement. The imprinted formation had reached its limit, and any more would be too much for him to bear or sustain.

He delivered breakfast to Nie Qiu and continued his cultivation.

As soon as they arrived under the old willow tree, Liu Qingyue opened her eyes: "You and Niu Wendao are very familiar with each other?"

"We're not particularly close," Li Changsheng said.

"But he came to see you in person last night, saying he was a friend," Liu Qingyue said.

Li Changsheng was silent for a moment, then said, "When he first entered Lingxu Cave Heaven, we were friends, but he was already the strongest genius in Lingxu Cave Heaven."

Liu Qingyue was taken aback for a moment, then said, "That's still a friend. The fact that Niu Wendao came to find you proves that he still considers you a friend."

"Sometimes, friendship isn't that simple."

Li Changsheng slowly said, "If I were to leave now, do you think I would ever see you again?"

"It's difficult," Liu Qingyue said, frowning.

"Yes, our status and position are different now. The gap is too big, and it's even difficult to meet them."

  

Li Changsheng sighed, "Niu Wendao is a good calf. I'm content that he remembers me as a friend."

Liu Qingyue was silent for a moment, then said, "Why don't you use Niu Wendao's help to gain status and better resources?"

"That's not how you use 'friends'," Li Changsheng said with a slight smile. "I can improve myself through cultivation. If I keep wearing down the bonds of friendship, how long do you think those friendships can last?"

"Niu Wendao can give me a lot, but what can I give Niu Wendao? He may not care, but I do."

Most importantly, Niu Wendao is too young and impetuous, and he doesn't want to attract attention!

Liu Qingyue was speechless for a moment.

"Focus on your cultivation. Only by becoming strong yourself can you truly be strong," Li Changsheng said.

Liu Qingyue nodded emphatically: "I understand. It's better to rely on yourself than on others. Grandpa also taught us that."

Li Changsheng said no more and focused on his cultivation.

Liu Xian went out again to check on the situation in Zhongyang City.

Liu Qing didn't follow them. She just glanced at Li Changsheng and went to get busy.

He was clearly still surprised that Li Changsheng was actually friends with Niu Wendao.

He did not go out again, but focused on cultivating his Qi and refining his body at Qingliu Courtyard.

Liu Qingyue was also exceptionally diligent. After completing her training, she would practice sword techniques and palm techniques to ensure that her days were fulfilling.

Liu Qing was very satisfied. Liu Qingyue was quite talented, and with such hard work, she was sure to achieve great things in the future.

As for Liu Xian, although he is still impatient, he is much better than before.

Each time he returned, he would bring back news of Zhongyang City and Lingxu Cave.

Niu Wendao was killed by a hidden arrow, which alarmed Lingxu Cave Heaven, and Elder Bai Yuquan came in person.

Unfortunately, the other party was too well hidden, and no one was able to find out who had used a sneak attack to harm people.

Liu Xian was indignant about this for a while, saying that it was either one of the three major families or someone from Changchun.

Liu Qing glanced at Li Changsheng, but seeing that he made no comment, she didn't say anything more.

Liu Qingyue then asked, "Fellow Daoist Changsheng, who do you think did this?"

Li Changsheng said with a deep expression, "Niu Wendao's enemy."

Liu Qingyue chuckled: "Niu Wendao has enemies everywhere now."

"How would I know which enemy it is?" Li Changsheng shrugged and said, "Elder Bai Yuquan can handle this. Let's not waste our time."

Bai Yuquan was furious that his beloved disciple had been injured, so he personally went to the three major families and the city lord's mansion to support Niu Wendao.

Bai Yuquan stayed in Zhongyang City for half a month before leaving, once Niu Wendao's injuries had fully healed.

Although the person who shot the arrow was not found, the three major families and the city lord's mansion were silenced, preventing them from openly targeting Niu Wendao.

This can be considered a temporary resolution to the previous grievances.

Niu Wendao once again led his fellow disciples on a journey, searching for spiritual herbs and slaying demons.

Nie Qiu finally forged two high-grade Qi Refining Realm magic swords and handed them over to Liu Qing.

The weapon forged from the Crimson Flame Stone was given to Liu Xian.

The magic sword forged from Qingfeng Stone was given to Liu Qingyue.

The two got their weapons and couldn't wait to practice together.

Liu Xian suffered a crushing defeat; during this period, he was far less diligent than Liu Qingyue.

His defeat to Liu Qingyue spurred him to cultivate diligently.

However, he only persisted in this hard work for seven days before taking two more days to relax.

On this day, Liu Qing brought his brother and sister to Li Changsheng: "Young friend, the meal is ready. I need to take them out for a while."

"Alright, I wish you a successful trip, senior." Li Changsheng said, cupping his hands in greeting.

Liu Qing smiled and led the two away from Qingliu Courtyard.

As they left, Li Changsheng looked at the old willow tree, placed his right hand on the trunk, and helped the old willow tree refine spiritual energy.

The old willow tree trusted him completely, allowing him to help and investigate itself.

Li Changsheng wasn't coveting the old willow tree's cultivation methods; he simply wanted to help imprint the stone finger runes on it to make it more robust.

Don't let yourself be chopped up for firewood or pecked in a hole by insects or birds shortly after you leave.

After three days of continuous investigation and thorough understanding of the old willow tree, Li Changsheng helped him brand the stone finger runes.

With the imprint of the stone finger runes, the old willow tree became more solid, and its aura became more profound.

He swayed, creating a gust of wind.

Li Changsheng said, "From now on, move less to avoid attracting attention and getting chopped up for firewood."

The old willow tree immediately stopped moving and quietly began its meditation.

"Once my senior brother finishes forging the magic sword, I will have to return to the sect. I don't know when I will be able to come out again."

Li Changsheng whispered, "You mustn't be like that calf Niu Wendao. He's too young and impetuous; he'll get into big trouble sooner or later."

The old willow tree stretched out a branch and tapped it firmly, indicating that it remembered.

"You must not harm people wantonly, or you will be killed by demons and monsters."

Li Changsheng added, "Of course, if someone wants to harm you, you don't need to be polite. Turn them into fertilizer and nutrients to help you grow."

The old willow tree tapped its branches again.

After giving his instructions, Li Changsheng sat down cross-legged and continued his cultivation.

Liu Qing didn't return until evening, but the brother and sister were nowhere to be seen.

"Where are the other two?" Li Changsheng asked, puzzled.

Liu Qing stroked his beard and smiled, "I have already joined the Qingxuan Cave Heaven. I will cultivate diligently within the cave heaven from now on. Once I have mastered the magic sword, it will be time for me to go."

"Congratulations." Li Changsheng congratulated her, "With your arrival in Qingxuan, you can focus on your cultivation. Qingyue will work hard and surely achieve great things."

"Alas, it's a pity that Lingxu Cave Heaven is too chaotic." Liu Qing shook his head and sighed, "Otherwise, I would still like to have them as your junior brothers and sisters."

(End of this chapter)