Chapter 400: A Whisper of Power

Chapter 400: A Whisper of Power

Qi Yuan finished speaking and waited earnestly.

This innate talent seemed to have an uncanny effect on the words he spoke, as if they carried a mysterious influence.

An unknown world.

Endless fallen leaves, a giant python's tongue flickering, and the light flickering in and out.

The cold wind, like a sharp blade, pierced the body of the beast-skinned elder, causing his body to shiver.

Suddenly, as if a divine sound reached his ears, he hurriedly knelt down in reverence, his head knocking on the ground with a loud bang.

A continuous stream of unintelligible sounds filled his ears.

Finally, a spark of inspiration flashed in the beast-skinned elder's mind, as if he had discovered something.

"Poor... money..."

He uttered these two syllables, then knelt down again, his face filled with ecstatic joy.

He had a grand vision in his heart, to create a vessel named 'Money' under the guidance of a deity's command.

In the Netherworld, Qi Yuan was feeling rather bored.

"It's like talking to a tree, so boring, and there's not even any feedback."

With a lazy expression, he stretched his body.

Suddenly, an idea came to him.

"Why not do an experiment?"

Having regained his energy as the strange painter, Qi Yuan left the Netherworld and returned to the Jiang family base in Yuntian City.

His junior sister disciple, Jiang Lingsu, was in her room, the lamp still lit.

Qi Yuan closed his eyes and began to focus on his hearing.

He listened for any unusual sounds nearby, hoping to catch a conversation or something interesting.

"If I could become a powerful being like the Blood Robe Sword God, my mother-in-law wouldn't look down on me!"

"When the sky falls, there's always a tall one to hold it up. And if my cultivation technique is toxic, it's none of your concern!"

"These steamed buns are so delicious!"

"I really want a considerate and devoted Dao partner, someone who won't betray me and with whom I can share a deep connection. Oh heavens, grant me this wish!"

Qi Yuan's gaze immediately fixed on the cultivator who desired a Dao partner.

It was a loose cultivator, a homebound practitioner. The grey of his cyan robe was almost crusty, indicating that he hadn't moved in years, spending his time daydreaming.

"I'll give you some good luck, may you soon find a Dao partner." Qi Yuan thought for a moment and spoke to the homebound cultivator.

Currently, Qi Yuan had reached the Purple Mansion realm, and with the power of the Yang God Venerable, he was even more formidable.

While he couldn't truly make his words come to life, altering his speech slightly to influence a strand of luck was something he could easily accomplish.

Since he had heard the cultivator's wish, Qi Yuan believed it was fate.

As Qi Yuan spoke, the cultivator in the cave dwelling suddenly opened his eyes wide, his face showing both shock and awe. "Is there a senior passing by, playing a prank on a junior like me?"

He was utterly shocked.

If he had accidentally spoken or transmitted his thoughts, and a senior had overheard him, that would be understandable.

But he had only been daydreaming, his thoughts unspoken, and yet... someone had heard him. He was on edge, paying close attention, but found nothing.

"Could the sound I heard have been an illusion?"

The homebound cultivator was now filled with doubt.

Just then, a ripple appeared in the air, and a shadow appeared, landing on his meditation cushion.

The cultivator stared at the oddly shaped object.

"A cup?"

His face turned red as he read the words on it.

"A Dao partner?"

He held the cup in his hand, his expression a mix of fear, resignation, and confusion.

He was resigned because it seemed his casual wish had been heard and answered by some entity, but the result was a bit strange compared to his request.

"Could my delirious mutterings have been heard by some demon from another realm?"

As he thought this, a cold sweat formed on his forehead.

Meanwhile, Qi Yuan's eyes also showed surprise.

A homebound cultivator holding a cup, it was indeed a peculiar sight.

"So, I'm like a deity granting wishes, like a Wealth Dispensing Child?"

"I never imagined I'd grant him the greatest Dao partner in the Canglan Realm.

A formidable cultivator with a formidable Dao partner, he'll be an unstoppable force!"

Qi Yuan narrowed his eyes, contemplating himself.

After all, it was always him giving away wealth, but receiving nothing in return. He even considered knocking out the homebound cultivator and taking the cup.

What had he given, and what had the cultivator offered in return?

About a hundred breaths passed, and Qi Yuan opened his eyes.

"It seems... my hearing has improved, and my ears are more sensitive."

In this short time, he thoroughly examined himself and only discovered these changes.

There might be deeper changes, but he was still too weak to notice them.

After all, he was only at the Purple Mansion realm, a novice in the cultivation world.

In the Canglan Realm, he could occupy a mountain as his territory, but it seemed he could also dominate in the upper realm.

As Qi Yuan daydreamed, a voice suddenly reached his ears.

"Hmmph, I sneaked over here to catch you, and you dare to kidnap my daughter? I'll break your legs!"

Upon hearing this voice, Qi Yuan's expression changed slightly.

It was none other than Jiang Ruohua's voice!

He sensed her presence and instantly realized that Jiang Ruohua was approaching from the direction of Yuntian City.

"Junior Sister, run!"

Without hesitation, Qi Yuan rushed into his junior sister Jiang Lingsu's room and grabbed her wrist.

After all, looking at Jiang Ruohua's appearance, with various talismans and array disks hidden on her body, it was clear that she was confident in capturing Qi Yuan.

"Ah... Hey... Senior Brother, what are you doing?!" Jiang Lingsu's face turned bright red, her eyes wide with anxiety.

One of her hands was held by Qi Yuan, while the other hand gripped the edge of her sheer flesh-colored stockings, as if she was in the process of changing.

Her delicate feet stepped into the stockings, her slender calves fitting snugly, her skin as white as jade, a perfect match.

The smooth and delicate skin of her thighs was exposed to the air, outlined by the stockings, appearing taut, full, and fleshy.

Under the light, a white glow could be seen on the stockings, extending from the knees down to the feet.

Qi Yuan glanced at it, feeling a bit guilty, but he couldn't help but look up. Her buttocks were shaped like a crescent moon, hidden in the cloud-like veil, making it even more inappropriate.

Looking further up, it was indeed too much.

Tonight's moonlight was so bright, white, and round.

Qi Yuan silently recited a Buddhist scripture in his mind.

"Form is emptiness, and emptiness is form. When there is emptiness, there is form..."

"Senior Brother, why are you so flustered?" Jiang Lingsu's face turned crimson, "I'm just changing into the clothes you gave me!"

"Hurry up and put on your clothes, your father is coming, he's almost here!" Qi Yuan released her hand, allowing Jiang Lingsu to cover herself.

"What?" Jiang Lingsu's face paled.

If her father were to find out that her senior brother was in her room right now, she didn't know what would happen.

Without any hesitation, she quickly put on her clothes.

"Senior Brother, let's run!"

"Yeah, let's get far away!"

This time, Qi Yuan decided to take his junior sister to the Primordial Deity Sharing Assembly, as well as the branch of the Dao Seeking Palace in the Fengtian Domain.

As long as they were not in the Eastern Land, he didn't believe that her father could catch them.

It would be better if her name was Jiang Paopao (Running Jiang).

About a quarter of an hour later, an extremely angry voice echoed through Yuntian City.

"Qi Yuan, you can't escape!"

Apparently, Jiang Ruohua had found them again and was chasing after them.

...

Half a month later, in the Primordial Deity Sharing Assembly, powerful cultivators gathered.

It could be said that in the entire Canglan Realm, nine out of ten major powers had sent their Yin Gods, and each had an avatar present.

In the grand hall, these Yin Gods emanated various terrifying auras, and even though they intended to lie low, being together made them even more intimidating.

A man in a white robe narrowed his eyes, holding a fish basket in his hand, which was empty.

At this moment, a voice rang out.

"White Fish Great Venerable, aren't you in the Central Heavenly Domain? In just half a month, you were able to come here in your true body. It seems... you've been interested in the Blood Robe Sword Deity for a long time."

The speaker was an elderly man with black hair, his hair tied back, and a missing left ear.

This elder was known as the Left Ear Great Venerable, a renowned Loose Cultivator in the Canglan Realm.

"As the master of the Central Domain, I wish to meet the Blood Robe Sword Deity and discuss the Great Calamity. Surely, there's no harm in that, right?" The White Fish Great Venerable was the strongest in the Central Heavenly Domain and the one closest to the Great Calamity.

It could be said that the White Fish Great Venerable was the most prominent figure in the Canglan Realm.

"This Blood Robe Sword Deity has some strength, capable of destroying the Yin and Yang Divine Flower Society.

With such power, he can dominate the heavens and earth, but facing the Great Calamity... it's difficult." A Great Venerable spoke up, and he was the Ox Yellow Daoist.

"Now that the Blood Robe Sword Deity has invited us here, what do you all think? Should we join forces to face the Great Calamity, or..." A cultivator with a sneaky appearance spoke, his eyes filled with a sarcastic gleam.

"What does the Minkong Great Venerable think?" The White Fish Great Venerable directed the question to the cultivator with the sneaky appearance.

The other cultivators looked at the Minkong Great Venerable, their eyes showing a hint of apprehension.

Some of the Great Venerables shook their heads in disappointment and sent a message to their friends.

"The Blood Robe Sword Deity has been too flashy. Before even taking action against the Great Calamity, he has openly declared it to the world.

Inviting fellow cultivators is one thing, but even a person as cunning as the Minkong Great Venerable has come. What is he up to?"

It was clear that the Minkong Great Venerable had already sided with the Great Calamity, becoming its pawn.

"I just think that the Blood Robe Sword Deity is too young.

How long has he been famous, and how much does he know about the Great Calamity?

This time, I won't get involved; I'll just sit back and watch the show." The Minkong Great Venerable lacked the demeanor of a powerful cultivator, even crossing his legs in a relaxed manner, looking particularly smug.

In the presence of the Yin Gods and Venerables, the atmosphere grew tense as they witnessed the Blood Robe Sword God's determination.

"Such a significant matter requires careful consideration. As an old man, I believe that the Blood Robe Sword God should think thrice!"

"Alas, I won't interfere in this matter."

The Yin Gods, having received the Blood Robe Sword God's message, had gathered here to show their support.

But to face the Great Calamity... perhaps it's best to leave it be.

With so many Venerables present, wouldn't discussing their plans expose all their information to the Great Calamity?

Many Venerables glanced at the White Fish Venerable, their eyes flashing with unspoken questions.

The White Fish Venerable's expression remained calm as he spoke, "As cultivators, we all have a duty to die. If we perish in the face of the Great Calamity, it will be a death with purpose."

The White Fish Venerable had made up his mind.

He immediately entered the Mythic Realm, unable to control himself.

Upon doing so, his name would be etched on the Mythic Tablet.

To leave now would be a shame.

"What a pity," sighed the Minkong Venerable, not bothering to hide his disappointment. "After the Blood Robe Sword God's fall, the Primordial Deity Sharing Assembly and the Divine Flower Society seem to have lost their leader. You all, don't challenge me, for I will treat the Blood Robe Sword God's juniors well."

The Minkong Venerable was fearless and confident.

He had only sent an avatar, keeping his true body hidden in the Canglan Realm. Even if the Mythic Realm were to take action, they wouldn't be able to find him.

Moreover, many of the Venerables present were aware of his identity as a human demon.

When he received the invitation from the Primordial Deity Sharing Assembly, he was quite taken aback.

Nonetheless, he had come.

Since he was here, he might as well play a role.

After the Blood Robe Sword God's fall, once the resistance against the Great Calamity concluded, he might still be able to gain something from it.

The Venerables couldn't help but feel dismayed at the Minkong Venerable's shameless words.

However, they had no choice but to let him be.

The Minkong Venerable smiled, "Don't be too discouraged. Since the Blood Robe Sword God could even destroy the Destiny Mountain, perhaps he has some capabilities. This time... you Venerables, instead of suppressing yourselves, should enter the Mythic Realm."

These words were somewhat ruthless.

Once they entered the Mythic Realm, they would have no choice but to fight to the death.

The Minkong Venerable's intentions were sinister.

The White Fish Venerable glanced at him but said nothing.

A gentleman does not associate with petty people.

The atmosphere in the hall became tense.

Except for a few who were eager for battle, most of the Yin Gods and Venerables were hesitant.

After all, with the Minkong Venerable present, any conspiracy would undoubtedly fail.

Even if they had thoughts of resisting the Great Calamity, they dared not express them at this moment.

This gathering was filled with conflicting intentions and thoughts.

Just then, a ripple of energy emerged from the void in front of them.

The Yin Gods and Venerables, both those of high and low status, turned to look forward.

A crimson figure appeared, clad in a blood-red robe, his sleeves casually draped over his arm. He seemed extraordinarily handsome, with a hint of demonic charm in his exquisite features. His eyes, like black jade, held a hidden sharpness.

"Are you all well-hydrated? Any issues with the local water?" Qi Yuan spoke casually, his words seemingly ordinary.

But they also showed his concern for the Yin Gods.

Having traveled from far and wide to gather here, if they had issues with the local water and vomited on his territory, wouldn't they have to compensate him?

The Yin Gods and Venerables quickly stood up, expressing their opinions.

"Blood Robe Sword God, the resistance against the Great Calamity is a matter of great importance. We should discuss it thoroughly!"

"Regardless, I am willing to fight alongside the Blood Robe Sword God and vanquish the Great Calamity!"

"I will cheer you on from the sidelines," the Minkong Venerable smiled.

"This matter is too significant, we need further discussion," many of the Yin Gods expressed their desire to leave.

The White Fish Venerable sighed upon seeing this, feeling disappointed.

No matter what, it seemed like the Yin Gods of the Canglan Realm could never reach a consensus.

Resisting the Great Calamity was always a matter of a few individuals charging forward.

"You're getting quite noisy."

Qi Yuan extended a finger, and the entire hall instantly fell silent.

The Venerables who were still speaking suddenly realized they couldn't hear their own voices.

Their hearts trembled, and they became even more wary of the Blood Robe Sword God.

But then, the Blood Robe Sword God spoke, his voice carrying a hint of coldness.

"I invited you here not to seek your support or opposition.

I am here to inform you that the meticulously planned 'Qi Yuan's Great Calamity Eradication' will be personally executed by me three days from now!"

Qi Yuan's aura soared, deep and vast like the sea.

"In three days, I will personally go to the Central Heavenly Domain to slay the Great Calamity!"

"After you return, announce to the world that 'Qi Yuan's Great Calamity Eradication' has begun. If there are any anomalies, the people need not panic; just let it be."

The Venerables present all looked at Qi Yuan, their expressions changing as they listened to his ambitious speech.

He alone was going to face the Great Calamity? How dare he!

(End of Chapter)

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