Honghuang: It makes sense that there are four Sanqing, right?

Since he was going to enter someone else's cave, Xu Qing didn't mind. When he parted ways with Houtu, Houtu gave him a lot of Demonic Pearls, which he then refined with Karmic Fire on the way, making them quite good offensive magic weapons.

Although it's not enough for them, the two Westerners have so many disciples and followers that they should find it useful; it should be enough as an admission ticket.

"Fellow Daoist Zhunti, you are too kind. I am here to bother you two, and I will certainly not be impolite."

This is a one-time-use magic weapon I crafted, the Demon-Slaying Pearl. When thrown, it can unleash the full power of a Grand Luo Golden Immortal.

As he spoke, Xu Qing took out a bag of Demon-Slaying Pearls, about twenty in total, from his sleeve and handed them to Zhunti.

When Zhunti first saw Xu Qing take something out of his pocket, he was initially pleased. However, Xu Qing turned out to be even stingier than him. Even though he was a Quasi-Saint, he was still able to afford such a thing.

Even a mosquito's leg is still meat, and since it was free, Zhunti accepted it anyway. He subconsciously sensed it and discovered a familiar feeling.

"Fellow Daoist Xuqing, where did the raw materials for this Demon-Slaying Pearl come from?"

"Oh, fellow Daoist, you may not know this, but I came here with fellow Daoist Houtu. Fellow Daoist Houtu resolved a damaged ley line, and this Demonic Pearl was formed by extracting demonic energy and refining it with my karmic fire."

"What? Fellow Daoist Houtu has a way to purify the evil energy underground and repair the earth's veins?"

Upon hearing this, Jieyin and Zhunti immediately became agitated and spoke at the same time, quite urgently.

Although they didn't want noodles, they truly loved the Western world, after all, it was their homeland.

Moreover, the Western fortune is linked to the fate of Jieyin and Zhunti. When the West prospers, Jieyin and Zhunti will prosper. The biggest obstacle to the rise of the West is this ley line. Now that they heard there was a chance to repair it, the two of them were naturally extremely anxious.

Xu Qing hadn't thought that much about it. His original intention was simply to repair the earth's veins and revive the underground passage. He didn't have a good impression of the two Westerners and had no intention of befriending them.

In retrospect, it was a somewhat unexpected gain.

"That's how it is..."

Xu Qing repeated his explanation to Houtu, and the two Westerners, without suspicion, chose to believe him.

Although he was somewhat curious as to why Xu Qing had such detailed knowledge of the earth's veins, with such immense benefits right before his eyes, Jieyin and Zhunti chose not to inquire further.

"I see. Fellow Daoist Xuqing, I thank you on behalf of the beings of the West."

Jieyin pulled Zhunti to bow twice, and then handed Xu Qing some rare and precious herbs.

Xu Qing took a look and realized that the quality of the treasures was even lower than those fed to Yuan Tu Abi. It seemed that there was a reason why Zhunti complained about being poor every day.

"You two are too kind. I was merely going with the flow."

Since it was a token of goodwill, Xu Qing chose to accept it.

"Fellow Daoist Xuqing, you wish to see Zhen Yuanzi, right? Please come in quickly, I will show you the way."

"That's excellent."

The interior of the Blissful World is quite vast. Although it is somewhat empty, it is still a first-class treasure house. If no one leads the way, Xu Qing would probably have to search for a while.

Before long, the three arrived at a cave dwelling, where a Taoist priest was staring at a red light that flickered in sync with the priest's breathing.

It was Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun Zhenling.

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi. My name is Xu Qing, or you may call me by my Daoist name Xu Qing, whichever you prefer."

Zhen Yuanzi hummed in agreement, but did not get up. He simply turned his head and said:

"I don't know what brings you here, Fellow Daoist Xuqing. I am all alone now, and after thinking for a long time, I still can't recall where we formed any karmic connection."

"Fellow Daoist, are you worried about Fellow Daoist Hongyun? Fellow Daoist Hongyun only has this little bit of true spirit left, without a primordial spirit, like a rootless duckweed."

Without a suitable magical artifact to store it, even if you guard it day and night and protect it with your own essence, it will probably only last for another thousand years at most.

Xu Qing gave an irrelevant answer; he knew that Zhen Yuanzi was only concerned about Hongyun's matter at the moment.

On his way here, he even heard that Wuzhuang Temple had been occupied by some newly sentient little demons.

Of course, no powerful demon with any sense would dare to do that, since Zhen Yuanzi had left, not died.

"I wonder what brings you here, my friend."

Zhen Yuanzi asked again, this time with a somewhat stiff tone.

"If I can find something that can protect Fellow Daoist Hongyun's true spirit, I wonder if I could borrow the Earth Book? I wish to use it to sort out the veins of the western earth."

When the earth's veins are destroyed, it's not just that the spiritual energy of the earth's veins is cut off, but also that the spiritual energy becomes entangled and disordered, just like rivers, which not only dry up and crumble but also change course.

Cleansing away the negative energy is only the first step in repairing the earth's veins; it also requires using the Earth Book to restore them completely.

"Alright, Xu Qing, if you can find a way to protect the Red Cloud True Spirit, I will lend you this Earth Book for ten thousand years."

Zhen Yuanzi readily agreed, but his tone was calm, and he did not have much hope.

Back then, Zhunti searched the entire Western world but could not find a suitable treasure.

As the ancient world has developed to this point, most treasures already have owners, so they are not so easy to take. Moreover, Hongyun was already a quasi-saint in his previous life, and in order to maintain his true spirit, the requirements for the quality of the magic weapon are quite high.

Jieyin and Zhunti were quite surprised, and for a moment they couldn't tell who was from the Western world.

"Well, it's good that you agree, fellow Daoist."

Xu Qing's purpose in coming here was simply to say one word to Zhen Yuanzi.

He didn't know much about these two people, and the Earth Book was no ordinary book; it was Zhen Yuanzi's innate treasure.

He was initially worried about the conditions not being right, but since the two had such a deep friendship, it couldn't be better for him.

"Then I shall set off. Fellow Daoist Hongyun is of pure and kind nature; he should not have died such a tragic death."

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi stood up and bowed, as if to express his gratitude on behalf of Hongyun for Xu Qing's approval.

Xu Qing returned the greeting, then gestured with his eyes for Jieyin Zhunti to lead him out.

"Fellow Daoist Xuqing, were your words to Fellow Daoist Zhenyuanzi sincere?"

On the way, the guide suddenly asked a question. His solemn expression made his yellowish skin look like a bronze statue, dignified and majestic, and very mysterious.

"Of course, if I were to speak such nonsense, I'm afraid not only would Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi forbid it, but you two and the Earth Dao would also not let me off easily."

Xu Qing answered calmly, her words carrying a firm and resolute tone.

"Very well, Fellow Daoist Xuqing, it's rare to find someone with such a heart. Throughout this matter, my fellow disciple and I are willing to follow your lead without question. After we succeed, we will owe you three favors."

Even if you become a saint, if the Dao Ancestor obstructs you, just speak up, and we will bear all the consequences.

After saying this, Jieyin pulled Zhunti to kneel down on one knee. The two of them were already Hongjun's disciples, otherwise, they would have even wanted to kneel down directly.

The revival of the West was their long-cherished wish, and they were afraid that Xu Qing would give up halfway. However, if they followed Xu Qing's method, they would be suspected of stealing merit. They could not defeat the Three Pure Ones, so this method was also intended to keep Xu Qing in check.

Xu Qing was startled and realized that the two were determined and there was no way to persuade them. He quickly agreed, since it was something he was going to do anyway, so he might as well have two more helpers. Besides, these two helpers would become saints in the future.

After Xu Qing agreed, Jieyin Zhunti stood up and then traveled another million miles eastward, introducing Xu Qing to the place names and properties of the West along the way, before parting ways with Xu Qing.