The Seven-Aperture Lake is a precious place for the attainment of the state of transcendence, and can produce spiritual objects such as the Yin-Yang Seven-Aperture Juice.
It has always been a place coveted by Poseidon Island, Wuya Academy, and Jiuyou Palace.
The Creation Cave Heaven collapsed and this place fell into the hands of the Sea God Island. The Wuya Academy and Jiuyou Palace were already at a disadvantage.
Furthermore, the Seven-Colored Taoist Song Lingcai has entered the middle stage of the Void Refinement Realm, and has surpassed the other two sects.
The public execution of Xiahou Xiong, the Grand Master of the Other Shore people, a few years ago pushed the reputation of Poseidon Island to its peak.
A large number of independent cultivators came to join.
The independent cultivators created in chaotic places like the Shattered Star Sea and the Dark Realm are inherently powerful.
With their joining, the strength of Poseidon Island is at its peak!
Therefore, Chu Xuan felt that Tang Zhengan's invitation was meaningful.
Maybe it was just a warning to Wuya Academy and Jiuyou Palace so that they wouldn't have any covetous thoughts.
It may even be that they want to imprison the two Lianxu ancestors of Wuya Academy and Jiuyou Palace, and annex the lands of the two sects.
Thinking of this, Henry Chu shook his head, "The second option is unlikely. This approach is really shameful."
"For a great Void Refining Master to do something like this is too embarrassing and will give people something to criticize."
"I think he just wants to show his power to Wuya Academy and Jiuyou Palace."
"I hope Wuya Academy and Jiuyou Palace can hold on and never succumb to the silver power of Sea God Island."
Henry Chu shook his head slightly and continued to sip his tea.
At the same time, he was also thinking about how to get a stable rift to the Dark Realm.
These days, he came to the Mu Lei Fang Teahouse and often saw Liu Qianli and the elder surnamed Chu drinking in the private room on the third floor.
Liu Qianli mentioned the merchants in the Dark Domain several times, but he was very vague about it.
Chu Xuan seemed to be thinking, "According to what Liu Qianli said, the businessman from the Dark Realm would come here every two years to sell those bloody magic weapons and spiritual tools."
"Calculating the time, it should be soon before the next visit."
"Letting Hu Laosan stay with them should help me find that stable rift."
After saying that, I couldn't help but sigh.
He was also unwilling to leave the familiar place and go to a completely unknown and unfamiliar place.
There is really no other way.
Who makes Poseidon Island so prosperous now?
And he had already thought about it.
The previous realms were relatively easy to deal with. The Nascent Soul Tribulation and the Spirit Transformation Tribulation were not too big of a commotion.
Therefore, one can directly reach the Nascent Soul stage and advance to the Divine Transformation stage on the Blue Sea Star.
But in order to achieve the out-of-body experience, one must do so in the world of immortal cultivation, and not on the Aquamarine Star, the Giant Star, or anywhere else.
Because there are only so many monks who have achieved the out-of-body state.
The noise of the out-of-body tribulation was very loud.
Anyone within a million miles can see it clearly.
If someone with ulterior motives found out, there had been no out-of-body tribulation recently, but there was inexplicably an out-of-body cultivator like him.
That would be a difficult situation.
Anyone with a bit of common sense would wonder if he possessed some treasure that could help him avoid the calamity.
Such a treasure is enough to drive countless cultivators crazy!
Even a powerful person at the level of Lianxu would probably want to see whether such a treasure is effective for them.
At that time, no matter where he went, he would have to endure endless pursuit.
But there is a problem with this.
If he were to enter the path of out-of-body experience in the Storm Star Region, it would certainly be known to all forces.
Everyone knows about his existence.
There will be no way to hide in the future.
After all, the little mouse can still hide in a dark corner.
An elephant, no matter where it hides, will be seen at a glance.
"There's a reason why we have to go to this dark area."
Chu Xuan looked at the familiar mountains outside the window and sighed softly.
…
In a dark room.
Liu Qianli sat on the chair, while Hu Laosan stood respectfully below.
Hu Laosan whispered, "Father, this is the situation."
Liu Qianli sneered, "Interesting, someone actually has plans against me, this is really outrageous."
"Don't you know that on this Purple Thunder Star, my Purple Thunder Mountain is the largest?!"
After saying that, Liu Qianli sneered again, "You still say that you can guarantee that you will enter the Nascent Soul Avenue directly, it's really laughable."
"Who does he think he is? A great cultivator?"
Hu Laosan nodded. "Father, you're absolutely right. I never believed that guy's promises. I've been lying to him all along, and the information he's given is only 70% true and 30% false. He's already taken it for granted."
Liu Qianli patted his shoulder and said with satisfaction, "Third Brother, you have made a great contribution this time. You have done a great job."
"I'll find an opportunity to write you into the family tree later."
"In this way, you can also have the surname Liu."
Hu Laosan's eyes flashed with excitement, "Thank you, father!"
He was willing to be Liu Qianli's white glove, wasn't it just for this day?
Hu Laosan whispered, "What does father plan to do?"
Liu Qianli sneered, "He wants to go to the Dark Realm through that stable rift, right? Then we should take advantage of his trick!"
"I will inform Fellow Daoist Chu about this."
"I'll go there ahead of time and set up the Golden Blade Fierce Wind Formation. The two of us will then surround him together. Even if he's in the late Nascent Soul stage, he'll definitely die!"
Hu Laosan nodded repeatedly.
This Golden Sword Fierce Wind Formation was acquired by Liu Qianli from a merchant in the Dark Realm.
Although it is a mid-grade array of the Nascent Soul Stage, its lethality is comparable to that of a top-grade array of the Nascent Soul Stage.
The only two times that Liu Qianli killed cultivators of the same realm were because of the help of the Golden Sword Fierce Wind Formation.
I think it should be effortless to kill that person with this formation.
Liu Qianli ordered, "Third brother, don't reveal anything. Everything remains the same."
"Yes, I understand!" Hu Laosan clasped his fists and took his leave.
…
Ten days later.
Chu Xuan came to the foot of Zilei Mountain again.
Hu Lao San said respectfully, "Senior, Liu Qianli said that there are a lot of goods this time, so he asked me to go over and help."
"He told me a place, the Valley of the Wind."
Yinfeng Valley is a valley near Zilei Mountain. It is ravaged by cold winds all year round and few people come here.
Chu Xuan nodded in understanding, "So, that stable rift is in the Yinfeng Valley?"
Hu Laosan nodded and added, "Also, Liu Qianli also called Chu Xiu."
"Senior, please be careful!"
Henry Chu chuckled, "Okay."
Hu Lao San nodded and said, "I will go ahead and you will show up when the time comes!"
After saying this, he turned and left, quickly disappearing into the vast mountains and forests.
Chu Xuan hurried over as if he was strolling in the garden.
Just when Hu Laosan left, he had quietly sent a light moth to follow him.
The light moth is silent and has the effect of concealing its body.
Not to mention Nascent Soul cultivators, even some Spiritual Transformation cultivators may not be able to see through it.
He acted this way just to be prepared, and it has always been like this.
After a while, Chu Xuan also arrived at Yinfeng Valley.
Looking down from above, there were indeed two figures waiting here.
It was Liu Qianli and Hu Laosan.
But he also discovered that there was another figure hiding in the woods not far away, using secret methods to conceal his breath.
He recognized the man, his name was Chu Xiu.
He was the Yuanying elder surnamed Chu from Zilei Mountain who often discussed the art of sex with Liu Qianli in the private room of the teahouse.
Chu Xuan raised his eyebrows, and his consciousness passed by silently.
He immediately discovered that there were formations set up around the Yinfeng Valley!
"Are you going to ambush me?"
His heart sank and he wanted to escape immediately.
But after careful investigation, he was stunned.
"Why is it only a Nascent Soul stage formation?" Chu Xuan frowned and thought for a moment.
After a while, he revealed a strange expression, "I see. These people think I'm a fat sheep?"
"Perhaps even Hu Laosan is involved, acting as a double agent."
"This explains why they set up a Nascent Soul Stage formation here."
"They mistook me for a Nascent Soul cultivator!"
After realizing this, Chu Xuan heaved a sigh of relief.
What.
I thought my identity had been discovered.
I didn't expect it to be just a false alarm.
He sent out more than ten light moths and sealed off the Yinfeng Valley.
Every move is within his eyes and ears.
…
Liu Qianli looked around and found nothing unusual, so he whispered, "Daoyou Li from the Dark Realm hasn't arrived yet. That person will definitely take this opportunity to attack."
"When the fight starts, you can just retreat and attack from the side."
"Yes, thank you, father." Hu Laosan nodded repeatedly.
As soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly saw a black shadow falling from Liu Qianli's neck.
Looking closely, it was Liu Qianli's head!
Hu Laosan opened his eyes wide, but before he could see clearly what happened, he felt a gust of wind blowing past.
Chu Xiu, who was hiding in the woods, had his head crushed on the spot before he could even make a sound.
In less than a breath, the two Nascent Soul cultivators lost their lives.
Hu Laosan looked at Liu Qianli's headless body, his whole body was struggling uncontrollably, and his blood seemed to have stopped flowing.
"Why bother?"
A cold sigh came from behind him.
"If you are willing to work for me sincerely, why not send you straight to the Nascent Soul Avenue?"
"Unfortunately, you followed the wrong person."
Hu Laosan turned around suddenly.
really.
The person standing behind him was that senior.
He couldn't understand it at all.
Why is this person's cultivation so powerful that he can kill Liu Qianli and Chu Xiu instantly?
What kind of overwhelming power does this require?
Hu Laosan gave a bitter smile and knelt down on his knees, "Senior... I was wrong..."
Henry Chu casually smashed his crown and said casually, "It's too late."
After confirming that there were no survivors nearby, he unleashed Netherworld Devouring Flame, burning all traces of the battle.
Only then did he take out Liu Qianli's soul and use the Great Soul Control Demon Eye to search his soul and take away his spirit.
After a while, he got information about the dark domain merchant.
"Li Yin, a native of the Dark Realm, is in the middle stage of the Nascent Soul stage and has considerable strength."
"It turns out that the stable space rift is not in the Yinfeng Valley, but three hundred feet underground in the Yinfeng Valley."
"Liu Qianli once saved Li Yin's life, and both of them were fond of women and wives, so they became close friends."
"Li Yin comes here once every two years to trade magical treasures and books that are difficult to sell in the Dark Realm."
Henry Chu muttered to himself, and soon saw through Li Yin's information clearly.
Following Liu Qianli's memory, he quickly found the entrance to a cave on a nearby cliff.
Then all the way down.
Soon they arrived at an underground hall.
There have been some simple repairs here, and there are two stone chambers.
Henry Chu said casually, "Under normal circumstances, he will appear in two hours at the shortest and a day at the longest."
"In that case, I'll just wait here."
After saying that, he sat down cross-legged on the stone bed.
About three hours later, a crack as tall as a person appeared out of nowhere.
A figure then appeared.
This man is short, with a pointed face and monkey-like appearance. At first glance, he is the kind of person who is good at calculating and is very good at surviving.
This Li Yin is covered with several layers of spiritual power shields.
It was obviously prepared before passing through the rift.
This spiritual shield is not designed to resist the strangulation of the rift.
After all, if there is any problem with the space rift, no spiritual shield will be of any help.
This spiritual shield is obviously used to resist unknown dangers.
Every time I arrive here through a space rift, the situation I face is different.
Who knows if there will be any danger.
Maybe Liu Qianli was controlled by someone and had to bring the enemy here?
"No one... Where's Liu Qianli?"
Li Yin was confused.
He didn't have time to think about it.
A strong wind came howling.
The wind was so strong that he couldn't open his eyes.
"Li Yin? I've been waiting for you for a long time."
A calm voice sounded behind him.
Li Yin's face changed drastically, and he subconsciously turned around and fought back.
But he suddenly realized that there seemed to be danger all around.
If he dared to move, his soul would be destroyed instantly.
Such terrifying pressure is definitely not something that a cultivator of the same level can possess.
Cold sweat immediately broke out on his forehead.
Li Yin slowly turned his head and forced a smile, "Senior... I can give you anything you want."
"I just beg you to treat me like a fart and let me go."
Henry Chu said calmly, "Don't worry, I don't want your life."
"Eat it."
He ejected a Cryptozoa egg.
Li Yin swallowed it in one gulp without hesitation.
Being a dog is shameful.
But it is not shameful to be a dog for a Divine Transformation cultivator.
Seeing that Li Yin was so sensible, Chu Xuan nodded slightly and then withdrew his consciousness.
Li Yin felt so relieved that he almost fell to his knees.
"Senior, please feel free to ask. As long as I, Li Yin, know something, I will tell you everything I know."
Chu Xuan pointed to the disappeared space crack and asked, "When will this space crack open and how do we get through it?"
Li Yin suddenly realized, "Senior, are you going to the Dark Realm?"
Chu Xuan didn't speak.
Li Yin continued to talk to himself, "This rift appears once every six months, and each time it only lasts for a little over ten breaths."
"So every time I come to Purple Thunder Star, I stay there for half a year."
"Wait until the rift opens next time, then return to the Dark Realm."
Chu Xuan asked again, "Is this spatial rift stable?"
Li Yin nodded. "Don't worry, senior. My grandfather had already discovered this rift. After he died, he passed it on to my father. After my father died, he passed it on to me."
"It's been passed down for three generations, and there have been countless exchanges, and there has never been an accident."
"Furthermore, people with good deeds are less likely to encounter accidents when passing through such a rift."
"So, three generations of my family have worked diligently, never making enemies, and accumulating merit."
As he spoke, Li Yin hummed softly, and two layers of golden wheels of merit appeared behind his head.
"Senior, look, I have such merits and have come and gone countless times, and that's why there has never been an accident."
He suddenly added, "Speaking of which, this merit is also very useful. Several times when I was surrounded, I displayed the two layers of the Golden Wheel of Merit. The enemy was worried about the backlash of my bad karma, so they had to let me go."
Henry Chu seemed to be smiling.
Li Yin displayed the two layers of the Golden Wheel of Merit and said these words deliberately, obviously intending to make him be cautious.
It's to prevent him from killing anyone.
However, Li Yin might not have guessed that he was also a cultivator who focused on merit.
Henry Chu said calmly, "Okay, in that case, let's stay here for now."
"When the rift appears next time, you and I will go together."
Li Yin nodded repeatedly, "Yes."
Henry Chu asked casually, "Where will you stay for the next six months?"
Li Yin scratched his head. "Just in this Mu Lei Fang... find some young ladies and have some fun."
Henry Chu shook his head, "Liu Qianli and Chu Xiu are both dead. Zi Lei Mountain will definitely be searching for strange Yuan Yings."
"If you stay in Muleifang, you will get into a lot of trouble."
"Follow me."
Li Yin shuddered all over.
He had met both Liu Qianli and Chu Xiu.
Although his qualifications are average, his strength is not low.
But he also died.
His guess turned out to be correct.
The person in front of me must be a great cultivator at the level of Divine Transformation!
"Yes, yes, I'll go with you." Li Yin nodded quickly, as if pounding garlic.
The two returned to the ground.
Chu Xuan grabbed Li Yin casually and wrapped them both with his spiritual sense.
In the blink of an eye, he stepped into the air and flew thousands of miles.
Sometimes it is in the clouds, sometimes it is on the sea.
A moment later, the two appeared at the other end of the Purple Thunder Star.
Chu Xuan looked down at the land and saw a market town on the seashore.
He swept his spiritual sense and found that there was only one Nascent Soul in charge.
The highest level among the others is only the Jindan cultivator.
It seems that the "Sea Spirit Square" was set up here for the spiritual fish and monsters near the sea.
He said calmly, "This market is nice, let's stay here for a while."
"Yes, yes, yes." Li Yin nodded.
Then he smiled bitterly and said, "Senior, two Yuanying died in Zilei Mountain at once. Their ancestors who have transformed into gods will definitely expand their spiritual consciousness and scan the entire Zilei Star."
"I... I'm only in the middle stage of the Nascent Soul, I will definitely be exposed."
Henry Chu said calmly, "With this seat here, what are you afraid of?"
The two of them restrained their auras, and to outsiders, they seemed to be only at the Golden Core stage.
Then he rented two caves.
Chu Xuan has made up his mind not to go anywhere in the next six months and stay in Hailingfang.
Even though the God Transformation Ancestor of Zilei Mountain was furious because of the death of two Nascent Souls, his spiritual sense swept across Zilei Star.
With his spiritual awareness protecting them, the two of them would not be exposed at all.
Seeing Chu Xuan so confident, Li Yin also breathed a sigh of relief.
By the way, he also secretly glanced at Henry Chu a few times.
The more I look at it, the more I feel awe.
It's not shameful to be a dog for a great cultivator.
Being a dog for a powerful master of the Divine Transformation Realm is not only not shameful, but also a good thing!
After all, anything that slips out from between the fingers of a great master of the Divine Transformation Realm will probably be of great benefit to him!
…
Half a year passed in the blink of an eye.
Chu Xuan did not close the gate for a long time.
When the time came, he took Li Yin back to Yinfeng Valley.
Just as he expected.
The God Transformation Patriarch of Zilei Mountain was furious because of the mysterious disappearance of two Nascent Soul elders.
During the past six months, his spiritual consciousness had scanned the Purple Thunder Star several times.
But I still couldn't find anything unusual.
In the end, I had no choice but to give up and admit my loss.
…
Yinfeng Valley, underground.
The place was still simple, and all objects remained the same as when the two of them left last time.
Chu Xuan looked satisfied.
He specially left a light-spirited moth here.
The Qingling Moth never noticed that anyone had come.
Chu Xuan turned around and glanced at Li Yin.
Li Yin understood what he meant and immediately took out a compass.
He used his spiritual sense to carefully move the compass closer to the place where the crack had previously appeared.
Three bars immediately appeared on the compass.
He said respectfully, "Senior, this treasure was forged by my grandfather. It contains a rice-sized Void Crystal. If it senses the power of space, three bars will appear."
"If the force of space gradually grows stronger, the three bars will become two bars, then one bar, until they finally disappear."
"By then, space rifts will appear."
Chu Xuan nodded slightly.
He knew Kongxuan Crystal.
The essence condensed from the power of space is rarely obtained.
The vast majority are distributed on battlefields outside the domain.
Especially in the extraterritorial battlefield that is about to collapse, a large number of space cracks will appear.
The Void Crystal may overflow from the space cracks.
Only by refining this thing in the storage bag can one have a small space.
As for the Qiankun bag, what was refined into it was Kongxuan marrow, which was formed by a large amount of Kongxuan crystals being condensed under heavy pressure.
It is even rarer.
A moment later.
The three bars on the compass suddenly turned into two bars.
Another cup of tea passed.
The two bars became one bar.
Finally, it disappeared.
Li Yin used his spiritual sense to quickly retrieve the compass.
At this moment, a black crack suddenly appeared.
It suddenly appeared in front of Chu Xuan and the others.
Li Yin whispered, "Senior, this is the rift."
"Through this rift, you can reach the cave that my subordinates have opened in the wild."
"We will head north at that time, and it will take another two hours to reach Jincheng."
Chu Xuan nodded slightly.
During these days, Li Yin has explained the situation of the Dark Domain in detail.
He also had a general understanding of the Dark Domain.
Chu Xuan said casually, "If I die, the poisonous insect in your stomach will hatch and burst out."
"So, don't play any tricks."
Li Yin nodded vigorously, "Yes, yes, I understand."
How dare he have any ulterior motives?
Instead, he wanted to make some money from this senior who had reached the level of a spirit being transformed.
Chu Xuan signaled with his eyes.
Li Yin understood what he meant and took the lead in stepping into the space rift.
Chu Xuan also followed closely and stepped across the crack.
The feeling of passing through a space rift is no different from passing through a teleportation array.
It was still a bizarre and dizzying scene.
When my feet touched solid ground, the scene before me finally settled down.
He looked around and found himself in a dark cave.
The furnishings here are very simple.
There is only a table, a chair and a bed.
He took a quick sniff and couldn't help being moved.
The concentration of spiritual energy here is much richer than that on Cangxuan Star.
It is almost twice the spiritual energy concentration of the Heaven-shaking Star.
No wonder Li Yin told him that five out of ten people born in the Dark Domain have spiritual roots.
The remaining 50% can be cultivated to the first or second level of Qi Refining through hard practice.
Moreover, thanks to the concentration of spiritual energy in this area, the cultivation speed of the cultivators in the Dark Realm is very fast.
For example, Li Yin himself is only 560 years old now, but he is already in the middle stage of Nascent Soul.
Although not as good as a genius, he has surpassed most Nascent Soul cultivators.
Li Yin led the way, "Senior, please follow me."
As he walked, he spoke, "You don't need a pass to enter Jincheng. Anyone can enter, but it's best to get a token."
"It will be easier to do things in the future."
"I know a deacon here who can help me."
"I wonder what kind of cultivation you intend to show to others, Senior?"
Chu Xuan said casually, "I have been promoted to the God Transformation not long ago."
Li Yin nodded in understanding, "I understand, that is the first level of the Spiritual Transformation."
"I haven't asked for your name yet, Senior?"
Chu Xuan thought for a moment before saying, "Zhang Jing."
The two of them went up along the winding underground passage.
Li Yin didn't dare to speak.
Henry Chu didn't say anything either.
Just now when Li Yin asked him his name, he racked his brains and did not use He Liang, but came up with this name.
After all, He Liang is famous and it is not easy to use him too often.
When I said this name, Zhang Jing's appearance appeared in my mind.
Zhang Jing is just a Jindan cultivator on Qingyue Star.
He had briefly stopped at Qingyue Star and met Zhang Jing by chance.
This person understands etiquette and knows when to advance and retreat.
In order to become a Taoist partner with Zheng Yi from the dim sum shop, he is willing to risk his life to accumulate spirit stones.
When the war was about to break out, they turned around and worried about his safety.
Henry Chu sighed in his heart, "The dragon pattern snow of Qingyue Star is the original taste."
"The ones I cooked later always lacked flavor."
"I don't know if I'll have the chance to see my old friend again in the future."
At this time, light gradually appeared in front of my eyes.
Li Yin said respectfully, "Senior Zhang, we've reached the exit."
Chu Xuan's spirits lifted, and he looked straight ahead.
What unfolds before our eyes is a vast and flat land.
Mountains are like chess pieces.
The river is like a chessboard.
Cities are dotted in between.
Generally speaking, the scene was not much different from what he saw on every cultivation star.
However, heavy snow was falling from the sky at this time.
The earth is covered with snow and the rivers are frozen.
Henry Chu reached out to take it.
A snowflake fell on his palm and did not melt for a long time.
There was also a bone-chilling chill that seemed to penetrate deep into his body and freeze his soul as well.
Chu Xuan was surprised, "These snowflakes can actually affect the soul. If a large number of snowflakes were added to a person's body, it would probably freeze a cultivator at the Jindan stage or below to death quickly."
Li Yin said respectfully, "Northern Continent has snow all year round and the climate is extremely cold."
"In a five-year cycle, there will be snow for at least four years, and only the remaining year will have the rare sunshine."
"Some years there may be terrible, murderous snow. It's so cold that even Nascent Soul cultivators like us don't dare stay outdoors."
Chu Xuan nodded slightly.
There are all kinds of strange things in the world.
This dark area is a strange place.
It is not surprising that the northern part of the Dark Realm has such a cold climate.
Li Yin pointed to the nearest city at the foot of the mountain and said, "Senior, look, that's Jincheng."
"Jincheng is the main city of the Jin family, a second-class family. In addition, the Jin family also governs Qingcheng and Luocheng."
Henry Chu nodded, "Tell me more about the Beilu family. Let's talk while we walk."
He knew that the North Country was ruled by the family, but Thailand did not know the details.
"yes."
The two flew all the way towards Jincheng.
By the time he arrived at the gate of Jincheng, Chu Xuan already had a thorough understanding of the situation in Beilu.
The immortal cultivation families here are called aristocratic families.
The inheritance of the thirty-six families in Hokuriku has been around for more than a thousand years and has never been interrupted or changed.
Especially the two leading families, which have a history of more than five thousand years.
However, although they are all aristocratic families, they can be divided into different levels.
There are three levels of aristocratic families.
There is only one first-class family in Beilu, and that is the Baili family.
A first-class family must govern at least ten cities and have at least one ancestor who has achieved the state of leaving the body.
There are currently nine second-class families in Hokuriku.
A second-class family must govern at least three cities.
There are twenty-six third-class families in Hokuriku.
A third-class family must govern at least one city.
The Jin family is such a second-class family.
Among the second-rate families, their strength is neither too strong nor too weak.
After Li Yin was promoted to Nascent Soul cultivator, he was invited by the Jin family to serve as the family's Nascent Soul priest.
However, the Nascent Soul offerings only bring in a small amount of profit.
In order to live a better life, he also took on some side jobs.
For example, helping to sell those magic weapons and books that are not worth showing off.
Li Yin whispered, "Senior, you are a Divine Transformation cultivator. As long as you show your cultivation level, someone will naturally welcome you respectfully into the city."
Chu Xuan nodded slightly.
The Jin family has a total of three Divine Transformation cultivators, guarding three cities respectively.
Since such a foreign god appeared, the other party naturally had to welcome him and could not neglect the guest.
If you don't even have this basic etiquette.
I'm afraid the Jin family will find it difficult to gain a foothold in Beilu.
After a while, the two arrived at the gate of Jincheng.
It is snowing heavily now, and there are very few monks coming and going.
There were only two foundation-building monks at the city gate.
The two monks who were guarding the gate were both wrapped tightly and had a red jade tied around their waists.
That is warm jade.
It is thanks to this thing that we can survive this bitterly cold weather.
At this moment, the monk on the right was dozing off, while the monk on the left was leaning against the wall with his arms folded across his chest, and seemed about to fall asleep.
Naturally, this tough job of guarding the gate would not be done by the Jin family's descendants, but by the independent cultivators who were affiliated with the Jin family.
That warm jade is one of the benefits given by the Jin family to independent cultivators.
Seeing Chu Xuan and the other two approaching from a distance, the cultivator on the left glanced at them and said lightly, "Pass."
Li Yin smiled, "You don't recognize me?"
The old foundation-building cultivator on the right was dozing off. When he heard the voice, he immediately reacted, "Master Li!"
"Mr. Li, don't bother with him. He's new here and doesn't know you."
The young foundation-building cultivator on the left reacted immediately, kneeling on one knee and trembling with fear.
Li Yin is the Nascent Soul worshipper of the Jin family. Although his status is a little lower than that of the Nascent Soul cultivators of the Jin family.
But in the eyes of these young foundation-building cultivators, he is still a top-notch figure.
Now he was unable to recognize the Yuanying cultivator, and he was naturally shocked.
Afraid of offending the other person.
Li Yin waved his hand, "It's okay, it's normal for a newcomer not to know me."
"Open your eyes wide, both of you, and take a good look at the man next to me. You must get to know him in the future."
Both the old and young foundation-building masters looked confused.
This... who is this big shot?
Another Nascent Soul offering?
But even Li Yin calls him old man...
Li Yin said in a deep voice, "Go to the City Lord's Mansion and report immediately!"
"Just say that Master Zhang has come to Jincheng in Beilu!"
The two were stunned.
Real people...
Real person?
Real person!
Isn't this a respectful title for a cultivator who has reached the Divine Transformation stage?
They shuddered with fear.
The young foundation-building cultivator rushed out crawling on the spot.
Oh my god.
I actually saw a powerful god in my lifetime!
The old foundation-building cultivator who stayed where he was was also shocked. He stood straighter than a bamboo, fearing that he would neglect the great god-transforming cultivator.
After a while, a figure flew over.
He is an elegant and graceful middle-aged man.
He was dressed in fine clothes, with his temples neatly combed, and it was obvious that he was used to a life of luxury.
When he saw him appear, Li Yin's face changed slightly and his expression looked a little strange.
The man in fine clothes smiled and said, "My name is Jin Yangde, honored to be the second elder of the Jin family. I pay my respects to Master Zhang!"
"It is a blessing for Jincheng that Master Zhang can come to our Jincheng. It brings honor to our Jin family!"
Li Yin suddenly asked, "Second Elder, why haven't the Patriarch and the First Elder arrived yet?"
When a Divine Transformation cultivator arrives, the Jin family should receive him with the highest standards.
Even if the Jin family's Divine Transformation cultivator did not show up because he was in seclusion.
At least the head of the family and the chief elder should be sent together.
How could they only send the Second Elder?
Jin Yangde smiled, "The Patriarch and the Great Elder are currently receiving distinguished guests and are unable to appear for the time being."
He looked at Henry Chu, showed a warm smile, and led the way, "Master Zhang, please!"
Chu Xuan didn't say anything, but strode into Jincheng.
Jincheng is divided into four urban areas by the East-West Avenue and the North-South Avenue.
There are even more densely packed streets and alleys within these urban areas.
Almost everyone who comes and goes has some level of cultivation, and ordinary people are rarely seen.
When these people saw Jin Yangde, they would all half-kneel down, salute respectfully, and call him the Second Elder.
Even the Nascent Soul cultivators bowed respectfully, not daring to be negligent in the slightest.
This is enough to show how noble the status of the cultivators from aristocratic families is in the northern land of the Dark Domain.
The Second Elder, who is only at the Nascent Soul stage, has received such treatment.
If the head of the family or the chief elder were to travel, wouldn't everyone kneel down in obeisance?
The closer you get to the center of Jincheng, the higher the realm of the monks around you become.
Soon, a magnificent mansion appeared before the three of them.
Above the gate of the mansion hangs a plaque with gold thread.
The words "Jin Zhai" are written on it.
Jin Yangde led Chu Xuan and Li Yin to the side hall and immediately ordered the servants to make tea.
A moment later, steaming hot tea was placed in front of Henry Chu.
Henry Chu took a sip and said casually, "This tea is good. What's it called?"
Jin Yangde smiled and nodded, "As long as Master Zhang likes it, that's good. This tea is called Dalongpao. It has a rich and fragrant aroma, and the water is mellow and smooth. It makes your mouth water and has a sweet aftertaste."
"Moreover, the aroma lingers after seven infusions, and the true flavor of the tea is retained after nine infusions."
"This big dragon robe is the special spiritual tea of my Jin family."
"Even the ancestor of the Baili family was full of praise for it."
Henry Chu nodded.
After tasting it carefully, he felt that Dalongpao was indeed a step above Kumaofeng and Xuehouhua.
The three of them commented on the dragon robe for a long time.
Chu Xuan is well versed in the tea ceremony and talks endlessly.
Instead, Jin Yangde and Li Yin were left speechless.
Seeing that Chu Xuan never mentioned himself, Jin Yangde finally couldn't help but speak, "Master Zhang, where are you from and what are you doing here?"
The appearance of an unfamiliar god is enough to slightly change the surrounding situation.
As the second elder of the second-class Jin family, he shouldered a considerable responsibility, so he was naturally worried and wanted to get to the bottom of it.
Henry Chu smiled slightly.
I couldn't keep my composure after all.
He put down the teacup and said casually, "I came from the Xuanyin Star Region and came to the Shen'an Region only to escape disaster."
The Xuanyin star field is where the Jiuyou Palace is located.
He didn't say he was from the Storm Star Region.
Anyway, the names are all fake, so the origins are just made up.
Chu Xuan paused and continued, "I met Li Yin on the way. He recommended the Jin family to me, saying that the Jin family treats its followers well and has excellent personal ethics. It's a good place to go. That's why I came to take a look."
Li Yin was flattered when he heard this.
Jin Yangde raised his eyebrows and looked at Li Yin.
The addition of a god-transforming being can indeed greatly expand the strength of the Jin family!
Among the nine second-rate families, the strongest Ye family now controls six cities and has a total of seven gods!
The Jin family does not expect to become a powerful family like the Ye family.
However, they also hope to strengthen their strength to avoid being eroded by other families.
but...
A strange god with unknown origins suddenly came to the Jin family.
It's hard to say whether it's a blessing or a curse.
Li Yin saw that Jin Yangde did not show excitement as he expected, and he couldn't help but feel suspicious.
This is a great transformation into a spirit!
Although the meaning of the words just now was not clearly stated, a smart person can easily guess it.
How can you be so negligent?
Jin Yangde's thoughts raced, and he quickly said, "Master Zhang must be exhausted from the journey from outside the Dark Realm. Why not rest here at my Jin family for a while?"
"After the Patriarch and the Great Elder have finished entertaining the distinguished guests, we will definitely invite Master Zhang to have another chat."
"There are some things that I, the Second Elder, really can't make the decision on."
Henry Chu smiled faintly, "I won't stay at the Jin family. There are plenty of inns outside. I can just find a place."
"Li Yin, you know a lot about Jincheng. Please take me around the city."
After saying this, he immediately stood up and walked out of Jin's house.
Li Yin sighed inwardly and followed immediately.
Jin Yangde followed the two of them and escorted Chu Xuan out of the Jin residence.
Chu Xuan and Li Yin walked on the wide street.
Chu Xuan looked normal.
Li Yinze looked bitter.
After a while, he whispered, "Master, I don't know why the Jin family is like this..."
"First, only the Second Elder came to greet you, and he didn't immediately invite you to become a Spiritual Transformation Elder..."
"I really can't figure it out."
Chu Xuan said calmly, "In the main hall, besides the Jin family's Patriarch and the Great Elder, there are also two Divine Transformation cultivators."
Li Yin was stunned.
Henry Chu said casually, "Go check and see what's going on."
"I understand," Li Yin said in a deep voice, "the best inn in Jincheng is Yunshanglou in the east district. Master, I will take you there first, and then I will investigate this matter for you in detail."
Chu Xuan nodded slightly.
A moment later, he sat down cross-legged in the guest room on the third floor of Yunshang Building.
Li Yinze rushed out immediately.
He now considers himself Henry Chu's person.
For someone like Chu Xuan, what he experienced today could be described as humiliation.
He must find out the truth!
at the same time.
The main hall of the Jin family.
Several figures walked out together.
The leader was very old. He was Jin Shan, the oldest ancestor of the Jin family who had attained the state of transformation.
The person behind him was middle-aged and was also a cultivator at the Divine Transformation stage.
Following behind the two were the Jin family's Patriarch and the Great Elder.
Jinshan patted the young man's shoulder and said, "Taiyuan, I am very pleased that you can return to the family."
"In the future, my Jin family will have four elders who have reached the level of Divine Transformation."
"This is a cause for celebration, and we must celebrate it with great fanfare!"
Jin Taiyuan nodded respectfully, "It's all thanks to your good teaching, Uncle, otherwise I wouldn't have achieved what I have today."
Jinshan laughed and said casually, "Take Taiyuan to rest."
The Great Elder nodded and led Jin Taiyuan away.
At this time, the second elder Jin Yangde came quickly.
He whispered, "Ancestor, Patriarch, there was a Master Zhang just now..."
Jinshan waved his hand, "Don't say more, I know it too."
Jin Yangde was stunned, "Ah..."
Jin Shan said casually, "When that man walked into the side hall, I had already expanded my spiritual sense and saw his situation."
"He's only at the first level of the Spiritual Transformation Realm. Even if he hides his strength, it won't be much stronger."
"Compared to a strange god, it is more trustworthy to know the cultivators of our own family who are well-informed."
"Jin Taiyuan is far better than that Zhang Jing."
Jin Yangde was a little confused and couldn't help but say, "But if we can also win over Master Zhang, the strength of our Jin family will definitely increase dramatically!"
"Now the Hong family is pressing me step by step and has repeatedly disrupted my business."
"If there are five Transformed Gods in charge, the Hong family will definitely be cautious!"
Jin Shan shook his head. "You overestimate the wealth of my Jin family. We have more than enough to support three Transformation Gods, but we are struggling to support four."
"But supporting five Transformed Gods... we only have so many resources, and it's impossible to provide for everything. Over time, it might even spark resentment."
"Besides, no one knows his background. What if he is a spy sent by our rivals to infiltrate our Jin family?"
Jin Shan sighed, "It's not that I don't want to, but I just can't."
After saying this, he waved his hand again, "But don't offend him. Doesn't he like tea? Send him two packages of the finest dragon robes and invite him to the celebration. That will be our Jin family's fulfillment of this courtesy."
Jin Yangde wanted to say something more, but swallowed it back. In the end, he could only nod regretfully, "Yes, Ancestor, I will take care of this matter."
Jin Shan suddenly remembered something, "Oh right, tell him that no matter which family he goes to, don't go to the Hong family."
Jin Yangde sighed inwardly, but still nodded, "Yes."
…
Half an hour later, Li Yin returned to Yunshang Building and came to Chu Xuan.
"Master, I found out."
"As you said, a Divine Transformation cultivator has arrived in the main hall, and he is from the Jin family."
Henry Chu nodded, "Tell me in detail."
Li Yin said in a deep voice, "That Divine Transformation cultivator is called Jin Taiyuan. Two hundred years ago, he made a mistake and was expelled from the Jin family. He then left for the Northern Continent and traveled to the Southern Continent and the Eastern Continent."
"I was promoted to the God Transformation level in Donglu not long ago, and then I returned to the Jin family."
"The Jin family's ancestor, Jin Shan, personally came out of seclusion to welcome him, and he has already planned to write him back into the family tree."
"With the Jin family's wealth, we are unable to support a fifth Divine Transformation cultivator."
"This is probably why Jin Yangde didn't explicitly ask you to serve as the deity."
Chu Xuan smiled faintly, "Jin Taiyuan is our own cultivator, and I am just an outsider cultivator. No wonder the Jin family is worried."
Li Yin lowered his eyes and dared not speak.
Henry Chu smiled and said, "I don't blame you. No one knew the Jin family would be like this before we came here."
Li Yin breathed a sigh of relief, then angrily said, "The Jin family is so short-sighted! Your strength is so formidable, it must be far superior to that Jin Taiyuan!"
"It is the Jin family's loss that they did not invite you to serve as the deity!"
Henry Chu said casually, "Go and do your thing."
"Yes." Li Yin nodded repeatedly.
…
After Li Yin left, Chu Xuan sat down cross-legged, deep in thought.
The Jin family didn't hate him, but they just didn't welcome him with the proper ceremony.
In this way, the Jin family should not ask him to be worshipped as a deity.
He chuckled, "I originally just wanted to find a place to hang my name and make some money, but I didn't expect..."
There hasn't been a large-scale conflict among the thirty-six noble families in the North Land for a long time.
Even if he serves as a deity, there will hardly be any time for fighting.
Therefore, the annual salary is just spirit stones earned for free.
But right now, I can't go to the Jin family.
We have to look at other families.
According to Li Yin, the Hong family and the Gong family live near the Jin family.
The Jin family and the Hong family have always been sworn enemies, with constant friction.
The Gong family is slightly weaker and stands between the two families, rarely intervening in the dispute between Jin and Hong.
Chu Xuan was just about to plan for the future.
There was a knock on the door outside.
"Is that Master Zhang? I'm Jin Yangde."
Henry Chu waved his hand and removed the restriction on the door, "Come in."
Jin Yangde walked in cautiously, his face full of apology, "I'm so sorry, Master Zhang, my Jin family temple is small and we don't have enough resources to support five Divine Transformation cultivators."
"Originally, I also wanted to invite you to become a deity worshiper..."
He sighed and took out two paper packages from his storage bag.
"Master Zhang, this is the top-grade dragon robe that my ancestor asked me to give you as a token of my apology."
Chu Xuan nodded slightly.
Seeing that Jin Yangde hadn't left yet, he asked curiously, "What else?"
Jin Yangde smiled awkwardly, "The ancestor has one more thing to say to you. Let me tell you."
"explain."
Jin Yangde whispered, "The ancestor said, Master Zhang, it doesn't matter which family you go to, but don't go to the Hong family."
After hearing this, Henry Chu smiled.
He said calmly, "The Jin family's Divine Transformation cultivator is really nosy. He controls everything, even the heavens and the earth. He even cares which family I go to."
Jin Yangde could only smile awkwardly, he didn't know what to say.
Henry Chu waved his hand and scolded, "Get out."
Suddenly, a strong wind blew back and Jin Yangde was blown far away.
The two Jin family monks who were waiting outside were shocked and hurriedly helped him up.
The two Jin family cultivators were both furious and subconsciously asked, "Who do you think you are..."
Jin Yangde glared at them fiercely.
The two of them then shut up.
He bowed deeply towards Henry Chu's room and said, "I'm really sorry for offending Master Zhang. We'll leave now."
After saying this, he turned and walked away without daring to stop.
He sighed inwardly.
When Master Zhang came, he did not greet him according to the etiquette for receiving a cultivator who had reached the state of Divine Transformation.
As an apology, they only sent two packages of high-quality dragon robes.
Now he even said things like "Don't go to the Hong family"...
My ancestor, even if we don't invite Master Zhang to be our Jin family's deity worshiper, we can't offend him...
After leaving Yunshang Tower, Jin Yangde said coldly, "You two, go back to your family and receive twenty lashes."
The two followers were stunned. "Sixth Uncle, what did we do wrong?"
Jin Yangde's expression became even uglier. "You're only at the Foundation Establishment stage, yet you dare to challenge the Divine Transformation stage? Do you really think that in Jin City, you have such a high status that no one can bully you?!"
"Get lost! I don't need you two followers!"
The two of them turned pale and blue alternately, and finally they could only leave in disappointment.
Jin Yangde looked back at Yunshang Tower and had to leave.
He always felt that the decision made by Patriarch Jinshan today was inappropriate.
But he was only the second elder after all, so how could he dare to change the ancestor's decision.
…
In a blink of an eye, Chu Xuan had been in Jincheng for ten days.
The news that the Jin family had a fourth deity had already spread throughout the three cities of Jincheng, Qingcheng and Luocheng.
The Jin family has already begun to make grand preparations for this celebration.
Jincheng, as the main city of the Jin family, is decorated with lights and colorful lanterns everywhere, and is full of joy.
In addition, the Jin family also invited nearby noble families to participate in this celebration.
The reason for this is, firstly, to spread the news that the Jin family has a fourth god-transforming master, to enhance the reputation of the Jin family, and to attract independent cultivators to join.
The second is to intimidate those forces that are hostile to the Jin family and tell them that our Jin family already has the fourth god!
Cloud building.
After listening to Li Yin's description, Chu Xuan smiled slightly and said, "During the celebration, all foreign guests will enjoy free food and lodging. Even the dragon robe can be provided for one or two taels per person?"
"Tsk tsk, it seems that the Jin family is really concerned about this matter."
Li Yin nodded, "Not only that, the Jin family also activated the Yanyang Formation to resist the blizzard."
"Right now, inside Jincheng, not only is there no chill at all, but it's actually warm like spring!"
Henry Chu smiled and nodded.
Almost every city has such a formation to resist the blizzards that ravage the northern land.
However, it also consumes a lot of spirit stones.
It will not be activated on ordinary days, and will only be activated in years when there is a deadly snow.
Obviously, the Jin family really made a grand celebration for this occasion.
Li Yin added, "By the way, there are quite a few noble families invited this time."
"The Qin family from the upper three families came, the Hong family and the Gong family from the middle three families also came, and the Bai, He, and Feng families from the lower three families all came."
Henry Chu nodded slightly.
After staying in Jincheng for ten days, he already knew about the nine second-class families.
"That is to say, apart from the Ye family, the Xiao family, and the host Jin family, the other six second-class families have now sent people to Jincheng."
Li Yin nodded, "Exactly."
"I have already asked someone I trust to secretly spread the news about you, the real person."
"I believe that a noble family will come to visit soon."
Henry Chu smiled and said, "You are thoughtful."
He didn't say it, but Li Yin did it.
He is a smart man.
…
As expected.
As soon as the next day dawned, the He family cultivator was the first to arrive.
The He family sent a charming and plump woman.
She came up to Chu Xuan, bowed gracefully, and said, "I am He Yunzhi, the head of the He family. I heard of Master Zhang's name and came to pay my respects to him."
Chu Xuan extended his hand and helped He Yunzhi up from a distance, "No need to be polite."
He Yunzhi smiled and said, "I heard that Master Zhang and the Jin family don't get along very well."
"Does Master Zhang still plan to stay in Jincheng?"
Henry Chu said casually, "Of course I have to make room, but I have nowhere to go for the time being."
He Yunzhi then asked, "I wonder if Master Zhang would be willing to come to my He family?"
"If you are willing to serve as the He family's deity worshiper, I can promise you an annual salary of three hundred great spirit stones on behalf of the family head."
"In addition, Master Zhang will receive a 50% discount when using my Jin family's assets."
"Master Zhang can freely withdraw an amount of 30,000 Great Spiritual Stones without any interest!"
Chu Xuan nodded slightly, "I know."
He Yunzhi couldn't see his expression, but she still kept smiling.
"This is a small gift prepared by my He family as a token of my appreciation. Even if we don't have the fate to work together, I hope to establish a good relationship with Master Zhang."
After saying that, she took a few steps forward and respectfully presented it with both hands.
Chu Xuan stretched out his hand and made a fist, then placed it on the table beside him and closed his eyes.
He Yunzhi was very tactful and immediately stepped back and left the room.
Not long after she left, cultivators from the Bai and Feng families also came to visit.
They also hope that Chu Xuan can serve as their family's deity.
But the conditions given are pretty much the same.
Finally, they all presented a small gift.
The purpose is to make friends with him.
After all, the lower three families each have only one god.
If we can have one more, our strength will double.
They are indeed more eager to receive a deity as a gift.
Henry Chu sighed in his heart, "After all, the lower three families are the lower three families, and the treatment they offer is indeed far inferior to that of the middle three families."
According to Li Yin's report, the annual salary offered to the Jin family's deity is 500 great spirit stones, and he can enjoy a 40% discount on all the Jin family's properties, and there is also an amount of 50,000 great spirit stones that can be withdrawn at will.
Don't look at the low discount.
But the Jin family's industries must be more numerous and comprehensive than those of the lower three families.
Henry Chu closed his eyes and said, "Wait a little longer. The Hong family and the Gong family haven't arrived yet. They might be able to offer better treatment."
…
The second day.
Hong Zhao, the head of the Hong family, strode out of Henry Chu's room with a confident look on his face.
He was very confident that Henry Chu would definitely choose the Hong family.
Because the treatment he offers is definitely the highest among all the treatments offered by the aristocratic families.
As one of the top three families, the Qin family has very good treatment, and many foreign cultivators who have reached the state of Divine Transformation are trying their best to get in.
They would not condescend to invite a cultivator of the first level of the Divine Transformation Realm to serve as the Qin family's Divine Transformation Worshiper.
There is no need to say much about the lower three companies, they are already struggling.
As for the Gong family...
As soon as Hong Zhao walked out of Yunshang Building, he saw a woman in blue sitting in a wheelchair with no one following her.
He smiled slightly and said, "My dear niece, I don't think you need to waste your words on me anymore."
"I'm afraid the Gong family is already stretched to the limit in order to treat the old man's injuries."
"There's no need to drain the family's resources to win over an outsider."
"If they become too powerful and take over the Gong family's power, it will be very difficult to deal with."
The woman in blue chuckled, "Uncle Zhao, you don't need to worry about the internal affairs of my Gong family."
"Furthermore, the Gong family knows exactly how the ancestor was injured and who attacked him that day."
Hong Zhao's expression remained unchanged, he just laughed, "Okay, okay, then go ahead."
Without any movement from the woman in blue, the wheelchair drove towards Yunshang Building and climbed up the stairs easily.
Only after the figure of the woman in blue disappeared did Hong Zhao's expression turn cold.
"Does the Gong family have evidence?"
"Humph, so what if there's evidence? Whoever has the bigger fist is right."
He sneered and turned away.
…
Outside the door.
The woman in blue took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "Gong Yue'e, Patriarch of the Gong family, please meet Master Zhang."
Crash.
The door opened by itself.
Gong Yue'e saw a black-robed monk sitting cross-legged on the bed with his eyes closed.
Although he is just sitting here quietly, he looks like a towering mountain stretching above the earth.
Standing forever and never falling.
This feeling only lasted for a moment, and she felt that the black-robed monk was like a deep and cold ocean.
You can't see the bottom at a glance.
Only the abyss.
At this moment, the other person opened her eyes, and she suddenly broke free from the suffocating state.
Chu Xuan smiled slightly, "The previous heads of the families were all quite old, why did the Gong family let you, a young girl, take on the role?"
He glanced at the wheelchair, "And this leg..."
Monks are rarely disabled.
Even if a limb is broken, it will naturally grow back with some time and the help of pills that replenish qi and blood.
Of course, the higher the realm of the cultivator, the longer it takes to regenerate a severed limb.
This was indeed the first time he had seen the other party in such a situation.
Gong Yue'e lowered her head and said calmly, "Yue'e's talent is average, only a top-grade spiritual root. When she was trying to reach the Nascent Soul stage, she became possessed. Although she luckily entered the Nascent Soul stage, it damaged her soul. Her legs are now completely crippled and cannot be healed."
Chu Xuan nodded in understanding.
In this case, it is not the body that is necrotic, but the soul that is damaged, which is why the legs can never recover.
If there is no panacea, Gong Yue'e's life will be like this.
It is even more difficult to reach the Spirit Transformation Stage if one has incomplete limbs.
He looked at the woman in blue in the wheelchair and said casually, "What do you want to say?"
Gong Yue'e said in a deep voice, "I believe the Hong family has already offered a price that will tempt you, Master."
"Yue'e naturally hopes that you can serve as the deity worshipper of my Gong family."
"As one of the three major families in China, the Gong family's foundation is slightly inferior to the Jin family and the Hong family, but Yue'e can guarantee that she will offer the same price as the Hong family."
Henry Chu smiled slightly, "Oh? The same price?"
"Then why did I choose the Gong family instead of the Hong family?"
"As far as I know, the situation of the Gong family is not very good."
"Of the three God Transformation ancestors, one is nearing his end, one is seriously injured, and only one has the strength of a God Transformation left."
"If anything happens to those two, the Gong family will be relegated to the ranks of third-rate families."
He had already asked Li Yin to inquire about the situation of the Hong and Gong families.
I know all about these.
In the eyes of many people, the Hong family is much better than the Gong family.
Since the upper three families cannot go, the Jin family does not have the spare capacity to support the fifth god.
Then there is no doubt that his destination is the Hong family.
The reason why he let Gong Yue'e in was because the head of the Hong family, Hong Zhao, gave him a condition that made him quite unhappy.
In addition, he also wanted to see what the young head of the Gong family, who was ordered to do something in times of crisis, would say.
Gong Yue'e said calmly, "Yue'e heard that the real person came from the Xuanyin Star Region and came to the Shen'an Region just to avoid disaster."
"Then the Immortal must not like trouble, and even less like to show up in public. He only wants to concentrate on cultivating the Dao."
Henry Chu's face suddenly became half-smile.
This person sees things clearly.
Gong Yue'e continued, "If I'm not mistaken, the Hong family must have imposed conditions. You must complete the Hong family's commission every few years, otherwise your annual salary will be reduced."
"This kind of commission may initially involve slaying monsters, and later on, it may involve guarding property or killing robber cultivators."
"One day, you will kill a Jin family cultivator because of a commission, and then you will have an inexplicable hatred with the Jin family."
"When that happens, you will have no choice but to be tied to the Hong family's chariot."
"In Yue'e's opinion, there will be a war between the Jin and Hong families within the next twenty years."
"If a real person becomes a deity worshipper of the Hong family, he will only have twenty years of good days at most. After that, he will definitely be dragged into it and unable to extricate himself."
"My Gong family, although the weakest of the three middle families, has always stayed out of trouble and has been wholeheartedly managing our own little piece of land."
"Master, come to my Gong family. Yue'e can guarantee that unless the Gong family is at the critical moment of life and death, no one will disturb you in the slightest."
"Yue'e's only request is that if our two ancestors who have reached the state of transformation into gods are both killed, I ask you to guard the palace for three years."
"After three years, you can leave or stay as you wish. Everything in the Gong family has nothing to do with you."
Having said this, Gong Yue'e lowered her head respectfully, revealing her fair and slender neck, and bowed deeply.
Then, she raised her head and looked at Henry Chu, "Master, Yue'e has said everything she wanted to say."
Chu Xuan's eyes were somewhat touched.
He probably knew what Gong Yue'e's plan was.
The Gong family must have a cultivator who has reached the perfect Nascent Soul stage and is striving to reach the Divine Transformation stage.
The reason for inviting him to serve as the deity was to hope to provide a deity of combat power during this period to deter the villains.
After all, there have always been many robbery-repairing forces in the Northern Continent.
Chu Xuan pondered for a moment before saying, "Hong Zhao's offer is, first, an annual salary of 500 great spirit stones."
"Second, the unlimited use of a superior cave."
"Third, any materials needed can be purchased from the Hong family's industry at a 40% discount."
"The amount of 40,000 to 50,000 large spirit stones can be withdrawn from any of the Hong family's spirit stone farms. You can repay it at any time without charging any interest."
Gong Yue'e's eyes lit up.
She knew that Master Zhang took the initiative to bring up the Hong family's conditions because he was persuaded by her.
"The Hong family has abundant resources, so offering such conditions is rather stingy."
"First, my Gong family can provide an annual salary of 550 great spirit stones."
"The second one remains the same."
"Third, my Gong family can offer a 50% discount."
"Article 4: A quota of 60,000 Great Spiritual Stones."
Gong Yue'e casually wiped the storage bag, took out the contract document and wrote quickly.
After a while, he wrote the regulations clearly and presented them respectfully with both hands.
"Master, are you satisfied?"
Henry Chu smiled and nodded, "Patriarch Gong is so decisive and resolute, I admire him."
He stretched out his hand and the cinnabar brush began to draw in the air, writing his name at the end of the contract document.
Oh no.
It is Zhang Jing's real name.
The contract document that Gong Yue'e took out was for use by cultivators who had reached the Divine Transformation stage.
But he always acted under an alias, so he was naturally prepared.
Even if the contract is broken, there will be no impact.
He will act according to his promise, but that doesn't mean he will be controlled by others because of a contract.
Seeing that the contract had been concluded, Gong Yue'e's delicate face finally showed a hint of joy.
"Thank you, Master."
"I'll send a message to my family and ask them to come and greet you."
Chu Xuan nodded slightly.
Gong Yue'e patted the wheelchair and left the room.
Chu Xuan waved his hand casually, and the restriction closed again.
…
Jin House.
The celebration was held as scheduled.
Various noble families came to visit.
The Qin family, which has a good relationship with the Jin family, also had a Divine Transformation cultivator come in person.
As a Divine Transformation cultivator who came to Jincheng as a guest, Chu Xuan also prepared a small gift to participate in the celebration.
Although the Jin family did not invite him to serve as the deity, they gave him enough face in this celebration and placed him in a high position.
Sitting together with other Divine Transformation monks.
Chu Xuan took a glance and saw that the three Jin family ancestors who had reached the state of transformation all appeared and sat in the first seat.
These three people made an exception and came out, obviously giving Jin Taiyuan enough face.
At this time, the gifts sent by each family were also presented.
The value of the gift can also reflect the richness of each family's heritage.
If you can cause a lot of exclamations, you will naturally attract enough attention and reputation.
In the future, it will also be able to attract independent cultivators to join.
At this moment, a loud voice was announcing the gifts sent by various families.
"The He family sent me a pair of dragon jade coral bracelets!"
"The Bai family sent me one thousand-year-old snow ginseng!"
"…"
"The Gong family sent me two pieces of soul-nourishing jade!"
"Master Zhang presents a bottle of Dadichen Dan!"
"Qin family, Immortal Yixin presents an ancient Daoist tree!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the whole audience exclaimed.
Chu Xuan wondered, "What is this ancient Daoji tree? Why are so many people so surprised?"
The person standing next to him was Li Yin.
Li Yin whispered, "The Dao Foundation Ancient Tree is a rare tree in the East Continent. Simply sitting cross-legged beneath the Dao Foundation Ancient Tree can greatly increase the probability of forming a pill and reduce the reliance on spiritual objects for forming a pill."
"This tree is extremely effective in raising children in a family."
"If I had the opportunity to cultivate under this tree back then, I wouldn't have wasted decades trying to complete my foundation..."
Li Yin couldn't help but sigh.
"I heard that the Qin family conquered the East Continent and obtained many treasures. Now it seems that this is the case."
"Otherwise, how could we give away the Dao Foundation Ancient Tree?"
Chu Xuan nodded slightly.
It seems that the relationship between the Qin family and the Jin family is far closer than outsiders estimate.
Li Yin suddenly whispered, "Master Taiyuan is here."
Chu Xuan looked to the left and saw a tall and handsome male cultivator walking towards him quickly.
This monk is graceful and handsome, truly a handsome man.
Just by walking over, he attracted the attention of many female cultivators.
However, Henry Chu read more from his handsome face.
"My Dragon-Falling Seed pulsed a little. Did it sense something?"
He narrowed his eyes.
It is said that the eastern part of the Dark Realm is sparsely populated, and most of the area is occupied by monsters.
Jin Taiyuan traveled to the East Land and unexpectedly became a god.
I'm afraid he got some strange opportunity.
Soon, all the gifts were reported.
The formal celebration began.
Next comes the old-fashioned part.
Speeches by Jin Shan, the ancestor of the Jin family, and speeches by Jin Taiyuan, etc.
They are all polite words expressing gratitude to family and to God.
Henry Chu was too lazy to listen anymore and planned to get up and leave.
At this time, Hong Zhao, the head of the Hong family, came up to him with a smile on his face, "Master Zhang, have you made your decision? My Hong family cultivators have been preparing for a long time."
"Just wait for your nod, and we will welcome you back to the Hong family."
Hong Zhao's actions also attracted the attention of many monks in the audience.
Especially the monks of the Jin family.
After all, the Jin and Hong families have always been mortal enemies.
The gift sent by the Hong family this time was also very ordinary, and it was obviously intentional.
At this time, Master Zhang's attitude was indeed very subtle.
Henry Chu didn't speak.
Amidst the singing and dancing, a cool and pleasant voice was heard.
"Uncle Zhao, Master Zhang has agreed to become the deity worshipper of my Gong family."
After saying this, he immediately took out the contract document and waved it in front of Hong Zhao.
Hong Zhao was stunned for a moment.
Everyone around was also a little surprised.
Especially the He, Bai, and Feng families.
If they asked themselves honestly, they would certainly not be able to compete with the Hong and Gong families.
But no one expected that Master Zhang would choose the Gong family.
Jin Shan chuckled, "This Zhang Jing is quite sensible and polite."
"He knows better than to go to the Hong family."
"In this Northern Continent, our aristocratic families are supreme. It is reasonable for him not to be an enemy of our Jin family."
The other two Jin family ancestors who had reached the state of transformation, Jin Feng and Jin Ling, both smiled and nodded.
Qin Family Yixin Zhenren smiled faintly and said, "That's right, only a person who knows what's interesting can live a long life."
Jin Taiyuan also looked at Chu Xuan from a distance. Although he couldn't see anything, his eyelids twitched instinctively.
He let out a light exclamation in his heart, but didn't say much.
Gong Yue'e lowered her head towards Chu Xuan, "Master, my ancestor has arrived in Jincheng. It's up to you whether we should go to Gongcheng now or rest for a few days before leaving."
Henry Chu smiled and said, "Let's go now. There's nothing to remember here."
He suddenly looked at Li Yin beside him and asked, "What about you? Are you willing to come with me?"
Li Yin was stunned.
The head of the Jin family suddenly said, "Mr. Li, you have done a good job. There is no need to go to a completely unfamiliar place."
Jinshan also looked at Li Yin with interest.
The Jin family has no shortage of Nascent Soul cultivators, but they cannot openly let Master Zhang take away a Nascent Soul cultivator.
Otherwise you will be laughed at by others.
Li Yin looked struggling.
After a while, he bowed deeply towards Jinshan, Jinfeng and Jinling.
He said in a deep voice, "Li Yin has served as a servant in the Jin family for a long time and has been taken care of by the Jin family."
"But Master Zhang has saved my life, and Li Yin is willing to follow Master Zhang."
The words were spoken with great force.
Let outsiders think that he was willing to give up the position of the Jin family's Nascent Soul worshiper for the sake of a favor.
Henry Chu smiled slightly.
He just asked casually.
This Li Yin has good vision.
"Lead the way." Chu Xuan said casually.
"Yes." Gong Yue'e bowed and walked in front.
A group of three people walked out of Jin's house and left Jincheng.
Outside Jincheng, there was a giant turtle lying on the grass.
Seeing Chu Xuan and his group coming, a pot-bellied monk jumped off the back of the giant turtle.
He laughed heartily, "This must be Master Zhang, nice to meet you."
"My name is Gong Hail, and my Taoist name is Tianlei."
Chu Xuan smiled and nodded, "My name is Zhang Jing, and I haven't taken a Taoist name yet."
This guy has a nice smile and looks like someone who is easy to get along with.
Gong Hai pulled Chu Xuan onto the turtle's back and said, "My Gong family has never had a deity for worship. Those two old men are in seclusion, and one is healing. I'm so bored. Come on, Fellow Daoist Zhang, let's go back and have some tea and snacks."
After a while, the giant turtle took off into the air and flew towards the palace of the Gong family.
Its speed is in no way inferior to that of the Goshawk-class ship.
…
Jin House.
The celebration continues.
Jin Yangde quickly came to Jin Shan's side and whispered, "Ancestor, Master Zhang has already left on the Gong family's Cloud Turtle."
Jinshan hummed.
Jin Yangde was about to leave.
He suddenly said, "Where are those people who set up the trap to frame Jin Taiyuan?"
Jin Yangde whispered, "They are all imprisoned in the water dungeon."
Jin Shan said casually, "Have you kept your mouth shut?"
Jin Yangde nodded. "For the sake of their families, they dared not reveal a single word and took all the blame for the past on themselves."
Jin Shan nodded and said, "Leave everything to Jin Taiyuan tomorrow and let him resolve the old grudges on his own."
After saying that, he sighed softly, "Yangde, do you think I did the right thing?"
Jin Yangde nodded vigorously, "Old Ancestor is right, this is how it should be."
"For the sake of the family, they must be sacrificed."
Jin Shan sighed slightly, "From now on, Jin Taiyuan will be the ancestor of the Jin family who has attained the state of being a god. He must be absolutely loyal to the family and cannot harbor even the slightest resentment."
"Even if I disliked him, it never showed on my face."
"I will grow old and die sooner or later, and the Jin family will still have to rely on him for support..."
Jin Yangde nodded deeply, "Yes, we all understand your good intentions."
Jinshan waved his hand and said, "Go ahead."
"Yes." Jin Yangde bowed and left.
Jin Taiyuan, the central figure of the celebration, also glanced here, but turned his head and continued to laugh heartily.
…
Miyagi.
Chu Xuan jumped down from the turtle's back in the clouds.
This city is slightly smaller than Jincheng, but the difference is not too big.
After all, they are all China's top three companies.
There won't be that big a gap.
A moment later, in the main hall of the palace.
Chu Xuan sat opposite Gong Hai and Gong Yue'e.
Gong Hai said carelessly, "Fellow Daoist Zhang, those two old men can't show up right now, so some things can just be discussed between us."
Gong Yue'e said respectfully, "Master Zhang, my family has three cities, namely Gongcheng, Xiangcheng, and Yancheng."
"Yancheng was originally guarded by Patriarch Gong Tianxue, but she was seriously injured and is still recuperating in the palace city."
"So, please guard Yancheng."
Chu Xuan nodded slightly.
Miyagi is the main city of the Miyagi family.
Xiangcheng is an important city for tax collection for the Gong family.
Neither can be handed over to an outsider.
There is only Yancheng, which is not very important and has only some minerals around it.
He had guessed it would be Yancheng before he came.
The top of the palace city.
Gong Yue'e and Gong Hail remained silent as they watched Chu Xuan leave.
After a while, Gong Hai finally said, "Yue'e, I feel that this Zhang Jing is a little hard to fathom. His strength is probably far more than what he appears to be."
Gong Yue'e was surprised and asked, "Uncle Hail, you noticed it too?"
Gong Hail was very proud, "Of course, after all, your uncle Hail is also a great cultivator of the Spiritual Transformation Realm!"
Gong Yue'e chuckled, "No, Yue'e is not surprised by this."
Gong Hai was stunned. "What is that?"
Gong Yue'e smiled, "What's surprising is that Uncle Hail, who has always been simple-minded, actually felt that Master Zhang couldn't see through him."
"Uncle Hail has made progress."
Gong Hail, "…"
Gong Yue'e paused for a moment before she said in a deep voice, "When I first met Master Zhang, I felt he was unfathomable."
"The feeling he gives me is even stronger than the feeling you give me, Uncle Hail."
Gong Hai rubbed his chin, "Really? I didn't expect this guy to be such a ruthless character pretending to be a pig and then eating the tiger."
"I appear to be at the second level of the Spiritual Transformation Realm, but in reality I'm already at the fourth level."
"Yue'e, what realm do you think he is at?"
Gong Yue'e thought for a moment, "I think he is at least at the fifth level of the Spiritual Transformation Realm, definitely above Uncle Hail."
Gong Hail smacked his lips. "How come I didn't feel it just now on the turtle's back in the clouds?"
He then asked, "Xiao Yue'e, aren't you afraid that he will become the host?"
Gong Yue'e shook her head, "Uncle Hail, this Master Zhang is definitely a man who keeps his promises."
Gong Hai was stunned. "Why do you say that?"
Gong Yue'e stretched out her hand and a piece of precious jade appeared in her palm.
A Buddha statue was carved on the precious jade.
This Buddha statue sits cross-legged on a lotus platform, wearing a cassock and looking solemn and majestic.
However, it is slightly different from ordinary Buddha statues.
The Buddha above has a dragon head and a human body.
"Is this... the Dragon Buddha Jade given to you by that eminent monk?" Gong Hail asked in surprise.
Gong Yue'e nodded, "Exactly. The first time I met Master Zhang, I noticed something was amiss with the Dragon Buddha Jade, but I didn't have the chance to take it out and examine it."
"Earlier, on the turtle's back in the clouds, while you and Master Zhang were chatting and laughing, I took out the Dragon Buddha Jade and took a look at it."
Gong Hai asked curiously, "What's going on?"
Gong Yue'e said in a deep voice, "Dragon Buddha Jade... bright!"
Gong Hai scratched his head for a while before saying, "So what does that mean?"
Gong Yue'e was speechless. "Forgot? That high monk passed through the Dark Realm and stayed at my Gong family for a few days, leaving behind this Dragon Buddha Jade."
"He said that if someone with great merit is near this jade, it will shine brightly."
"The higher the brightness, the greater the merit."
Gong Hail suddenly realized, "Yes, yes, that's right."
Gong Yue'e said in a deep voice, "Uncle Hail, you have always been kind to others, and you also have two levels of the Golden Wheel of Merit."
"But when I looked at the Dragon Buddha Jade, I found that its brilliance far surpassed that of before."
Gong Hai was stunned for a moment, then quickly realized, "You mean, Zhang Jing has more merits than me?"
Gong Yue'e nodded, "That's exactly why I feel that Master Zhang is a man who keeps his promises."
Gong Hai nodded in agreement.
"Those who are virtuous rarely betray their trust."
"In that case, my Gong family has found a treasure!"
"Hehe, the Jin family will definitely regret this in the future!"
Gong Yue'e nodded, "Yes."
…
Yancheng.
Chu Xuan and Li Yin stood on the flying boat, overlooking the city.
Compared with the palace city, Yancheng is much smaller.
And because it is a mining city, it appears more rugged and heroic.
However, Chu Xuan felt very comfortable here.
Anyway, he only needs to practice step by step now, and at most find a secret method to increase the success rate of leaving the body.
Henry Chu glanced at Li Yin.
Li Yin immediately understood and said loudly, "The offering has arrived, come and greet us!"
In the blink of an eye, five figures flew over from all over Yancheng and gathered at the city gate of Yancheng.
The leader was a cultivator in the late Nascent Soul stage.
He said respectfully, "Greetings to Master Zhang. The Patriarch has already informed the three cities of your appointment as the Divine Worshiper."
"My name is Miyazaki, and I will assist you in managing Yancheng."
The others also gave their names.
Among these five people, two are monks from the Gong family and three are external worshippers.
Chu Xuan took a quick glance and took in the general situation of the five people.
These five people, plus Li Yin he brought with him, form the team that manages Yancheng.
Chu Xuan waved his hand, "No need for formalities, everyone go back to their own places. Li Yin, you and Miyazaki go get the cave token."
Miyazaki and the others nodded, "Yes."
A moment later, Li Yin led Chu Xuan to the three courtyards.
The three courtyards are close to each other, but each is separated by a formation.
They are named Chang'an Pavilion, Taiping Pavilion and Yongning Pavilion respectively.
These are the three best caves in Yan City.
Li Yin whispered, "Master, when I went to get the cave token just now, Miyazaki told me that Taiping Pavilion is where the ancestor Gong Tianxue of the Gong family lives."
"You can choose one from Chang'an Pavilion or Yongning Pavilion."
Chu Xuan nodded.
He didn't care much about the cave.
As long as all the internal organs are intact, it will be fine.
After all, if he was asked to build his own cave, he would just take out the Soul-Killing Lock and smash it around.
"Let's call it Chang'an Pavilion. It's a good name." Chu Xuan pointed to Chang'an Pavilion.
"yes."
Li Yin stepped forward, took out the Chang'an Pavilion Cave Mansion token, opened the courtyard door, and then handed it respectfully to Chu Xuan.
"Come in." Chu Xuan walked forward with his hands behind his back, motioning him to follow.
Walking into Chang'an Pavilion, I found the layout inside was quite nice.
There is a small lake in the courtyard, with koi swimming in it and turtles lying on the rocks basking in the sun.
There is also a peach tree by the lake.
Upon closer inspection, it was not an ordinary peach tree, but a human-faced peach.
The peaches produced by this peach tree resemble a beautiful woman's face, hence the name.
These fruits are plump and juicy, sweet and delicious, with a long aftertaste.
There are stone tables and stone chairs under the peach trees.
Henry Chu waved his hand to blow away the dust on the stone chair, then sat down.
Li Yinze stood respectfully.
Chu Xuan said casually, "When you came to Yancheng with me, you gave up that stable space rift. That's your family's business that has been passed down for three generations. Are you willing to do that?"
Li Yin said respectfully, "Ever since I first met the Master, I knew he was extraordinary."
"As long as I follow you closely, even the little bit that slips through my fingers will be enough to make me rich and powerful."
"A stable space rift is nothing. The next time I travel through it, I might be swept into the depths of the space turbulence and shattered to pieces without anyone noticing."
Chu Xuan laughed dumbly, "You are very honest."
He paused, then continued, "I will be in seclusion from time to time, and I will leave all the affairs of Yancheng to you and Miyazaki."
"Remember, you are my servant, and you can make many decisions on your own."
"If there is nothing important, there is no need to see me."
He flicked his fingers and a piece of stone fell into Li Yin's hand.
"If there is anything important, please carve a mark on this stone, and I will naturally know it."
"By the way, remember to help me pay attention to the mystical magic on weekdays."
"Yes! I will follow the Immortal's order!" Li Yin was extremely respectful, but he could not hide his excitement.