Chapter 541: Acquiring the Myriad Treasures Land, Unveiling the Secrets of the Western Flood Dragon

Chapter 541: Acquiring the Myriad Treasures Land, Unveiling the Secrets of the Western Flood Dragon

The demon race is indeed favored by heaven and earth.

Compared to cultivators, who need various techniques and artifacts to support them from the Qi Refining Realm, as well as reliance on precious materials to condense their Dao Pillars, and then face the tribulation that could erase their existence at any time.

With so much arduous effort expended, they still need to find a suitable Daoist land and only then can they hope to attain the same level of power as the demons, who only need strong bloodlines, sufficient food, and the passage of time to naturally achieve their formidable strength.

At least, in Shen Yi's experience with demons, aside from those weak and short-lived lesser demons, any demon with a bit of strength and the willingness to learn some tricks could be counted on one hand—only the Spider Emperor and Ke Shisan among others.

In this situation, An Yi, who had never really learned anything, relied solely on her instincts to smash the body of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion's sect master into pieces.

However, the reason why the Unity Realm is called a 'small world' is that those who attain it truly transcend the mortal realm.

The shattered body of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion's sect master turned into wisps of blue smoke, merging with the sky. The ethereal clouds seemed to transform into a boundless face, glaring down with eyes full of resentment. He opened his mouth as if to devour the entire world.

In the Myriad Treasures Land, hidden from everyone's sight, far away from the Immortal Sect, in the mortal world—whether it was the famous cultivators, royalty, or the common folk in the streets—they all witnessed the changing sky canopy.

The crimson sky, with its gathering clouds, resembled a greedy tongue. The sun and moon, like eyes, radiated a terrifying light, and a slight exhalation turned into a gale that swept across the desolate land!

"Heaven and Earth have gone mad."

"All life has ended."

An aged cultivator, on the brink of death, sat cross-legged in his cave, seemingly having accepted his fate. He lowered his palms, no longer struggling, and prepared for his imminent demise.

When the heavens decide to bring about destruction, there is no escape.

Between the earth and sky, countless figures prostrated themselves, regardless of status. Even the common folk discarded their belongings, their cries of lamentation echoing through the heavens and earth like vengeful ghosts.

Just then, a claw seemed to rip through the air, tearing the crimson sky apart with ferocity!

Roar!

A faint dragon's roar reverberated across the land and seas.

The sweeping gale suddenly stopped, but only for a moment, before it picked up again with even greater intensity!

Inside the Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

Ke Shisan's massive dragon body, shimmering with golden light, soared into the clear blue sky, desperately trying to smash the giant face above. However, in front of that face, his hundreds of meters long dragon body seemed no thicker than an eel.

The face was quicker to reform than he could destroy it.

"Even if I die, I will make you demons pay a price!"

The Myriad Treasures Pavilion's sect master roared in fury, his eyes once again fixing on the tall and slender figure.

He seemed insane, but his mind was clearer than ever.

Escape was impossible today, and if he wanted revenge, this young cultivator might be his only achievable target.

In the face of the raging gale, the youth's black robe fluttered violently, his messy hair lifting to reveal a face so cold it seemed devoid of all emotion. "...'

"Evil demons dare to invade! Hear my command, slay this evil creature!" With the elder's angry roar, swords made of qi hung in the air, standing quietly.

Compared to their previous formless state, the flowing qi now carried a tinge of crimson, and the oppressive killing intent was suffocating.

"...'

An Yi turned to look at Shen Yi, and upon seeing the discomfort he tried to conceal beneath his indifferent expression, she averted her gaze back to the sky.

The next moment, her dewy eyes narrowed.

The little one clenched her fists tightly, mirroring the giant face in the sky as she opened her mouth. Instantly, an indescribable terrifying roar transformed into a boundless sound wave, rushing towards the faceless giant with the force of a mighty tide!

Roar!

The qi swords dissipated one after another, and a look of fear appeared on the elder's face, his features contorting. However, no matter how he tried to evade, he couldn't stop the giant face occupying the sky from melting away at a visible rate.

Outside the inner door, in the mortal world.

Almost everyone heard the words, "Slay this evil creature." It was the will of heaven and earth.

The old Daoist, who had been on the verge of sitting in meditation, twitched inwardly. Fortunately, his frail body was still of some use in the extermination of the demons, so his death would not be in vain.

However, after a long time, he still sensed his physical form.

The old Daoist blinked his eyes, and then he saw the crimson sky dissipate, the gale cease, and the world return to its former clarity, as if everything that had happened was an illusion.

In the cities, the common folk, who had been prostrating themselves, remained stagnant for a long time. Finally, the bolder ones slowly raised their heads, their tear-stained faces twitching uncontrollably until they finally burst into hoarse cries!

"The demon has been eliminated!"

...

In the clear world, the petite figure slowly relaxed her clenched fists.

She wanted to turn around, but her body stumbled, and she almost fell.

Fortunately, a strong and powerful hand reached out to support her shoulder.

An Yi turned her pale face away, seeing Shen Yi retract his hand and straighten his body. "You've worked hard."

"...'

The little one pressed her lips together and lowered her head.

She wasn't sure why Shen Yi had suddenly become so agitated when victory was certain... Even though his expression had barely changed, An Yi could sense the turmoil within him.

Regardless, it wasn't because she had acted too slowly, and most likely, it was due to something else—like what that elder had tried to devour.

The golden dragon quickly returned to the ground, glancing warily at the Western Palace Master.

Ke Shisan felt that it would be better to keep a low profile for the time being.

"Report to my lord, do you need me to clean up the outer door?"

Even though the Myriad Treasures Pavilion's sect master had already 'cleaned up' once, with the interruption of the two guardian stones, only a small portion had been devoured, even within the scope of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

Through his observations, Shen Yi couldn't shake the feeling that this world didn't entirely belong to the elder. There was a sense of dissonance.

It was similar to what he had heard about the previous sect master of Nanyang—that person had been in Bei Hong, yet they had sacrificed everyone in the Nanyang sect, both inside and outside, from a distance.

Now, looking at the Myriad Treasures Pavilion's sect master, even in his own home, he found it difficult to carry out the sacrifice.

"...'

Although he hadn't learned anything, Shen Yi's suspicions had been confirmed.

"For a Unity Realm expert like this, who only knows a single desperate move, it seems that aside from sacrificing his own clan, he has no other abilities. It's harsh to say, but even I, who has only partially comprehended the true intent of the Unity Realm, am more qualified than this old man."

Shen Yi felt that hastily pursuing the Unity Realm and acquiring a precious land was pointless, aside from bullying Bai Yujing. What use would it be? Could it defeat the Dragon Palace or stand against that immortal?

"Let's head back for now."

Shen Yi believed that professional matters should be left to professionals.

With a slight movement of his spiritual sense, Wu Jun, who had been jealous of Ke Shisan to the point of eye-popping, was finally released. As for the little tiger demon, it was fine, but this Western Palace Master had just joined and was already at the Unity Realm.

What qualifications did Ke Shisan have?!

The two of them followed their master, and when Ke Shisan was comparable to Bai Yujing, he was still lingering at the ninth layer of the Returning Void Realm.

"Rest assured, my lord! I, Wu Jun, will definitely handle everything properly for you!"

Compared to Ke Shisan, this old turtle had long seen through his master's thoughts. Aside from killing to silence witnesses, his master also wanted the information collected by the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, as well as the Unity Realm treasure land itself.

As for the loyalty of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion disciples, it was insignificant. As long as they were fearful enough not to cause trouble, it would be enough.

"Go."

Shen Yi nodded slightly. Now, he finally had a foothold in West Hong.

With the protection of the Sect Guarding Grand Array, he would have a place to hide if he caused any trouble in the future.

Of course, before the matter was completely resolved, this treasure land couldn't be linked to the Seven Sects of South Hong. For now, it would be good to temporarily take over in the name of the Ten Thousand Demon Sect.

As for who would get this treasure land...

Shen Yi certainly wouldn't use it himself. After personally witnessing the sacrificial scene, he couldn't accept handing over the South Yang treasure land to others.

The best candidate for the Unity Realm's treasure land was, of course, Elder Xuan Qing.

But Elder Xuan Qing's current state... it was unclear if he could still be considered a proper cultivator.

If Elder Xuan Qing wasn't an option.

Shen Yi raised his eyebrows and thought of Elder Liu Shiqian from the Clear Moon Sect. That elder followed the rules but wasn't as rigid as others claimed. Moreover, he had been willing to help the South Yang Sect, even at the risk of offending the White Witch. He was also an excellent choice.

"Compile all the information."

In matters like these, Shen Yi was quite satisfied with Wu Jun, saving him a lot of trouble.

What he needed most now were demon geniuses who could cross the Fifth City, in addition to improving the strength of the four palace masters and understanding the intentions of the various powers in West Hong toward the Seven Sects.

For himself, it would be good to learn more about the movements of the Lapis Lazuli Cyan Phoenix and the Frost Tiger Tribe, as well as how many cultivators the Limitless Dao Emperor Sect from North Hong had arranged in West Hong to avoid being caught off guard.

Once the storm had passed, he could go to the Moving Mountain Sect to obtain the last volume of the secret technique in that treasure mountain.

With that in mind, Shen Yi finally turned around and headed toward the main hall from earlier.

The array carefully prepared by the elders of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion suddenly took effect. As soon as he stepped into the hall, countless fierce beast shadows rose!

However, Shen Yi's steps didn't hesitate at all. As he walked calmly, those shadows of vicious beasts were instantly dispelled by the Town Subduing Technique, unable to cause even the slightest ripple.

...

West Hong, Tengyunfang City.

In a crowded tavern, the second floor was unusually quiet.

Dai Jian Shu and Zhong Xiu sat on one side of the table, and on the other side were three Daoists who had just arrived from the Moving Mountain Sect.

"You said that the Myriad Treasures Pavilion colluded with the West Dragon Palace to try and kill you?" Wei Yuanzhou frowned, and even with his rich experience, he found it difficult to evaluate the situation immediately.

"There must be a reason." Zhong Xiu glanced sideways and said softly, "That Lu Daoist said... it seems we've offended a lot of people. Do you have any news?"

Everyone in the room looked at the only girl.

"...” Su Hongxiu remained silent, her eyes lowered as she slowly clenched her fists.

"Sorry, it's a habit." Wei Yuanzhou shook his head helplessly. "Hongxiu has always been with us, so it has nothing to do with her."

"Is it because you can't control your mouth again?" Dai Jian Shu looked at the White Witch.

"Hehe." The White Witch pulled at the corner of his mouth and turned his head as if he were looking at an idiot. However, he didn't argue as he usually would.

He stared at the cup on the table, his thoughts a little erratic.

If they had really offended someone, it should be the Lapis Lazuli Cyan Phoenix Tribe and the Limitless Dao Emperor Sect. But Shen Yi had attracted all that hatred, so it shouldn't have anything to do with the Seven Sects of South Hong.

Although the Cyan Phoenix Tribe was strong, they weren't at the level to influence the situation.

As for the Limitless Dao Emperor Sect, they had only exchanged a few words and shattered the Dao Palace shadow of one of their disciples. In the interactions between sects, this wasn't considered a major issue.

Sigh, staying in the Moving Mountain Sect for a long time really made one out of touch with the outside world.

"So why didn't you wait for us? And... since it was the West Dragon Palace who made a move, how did you escape?" Su Hongxiu stood up.

"Because..." Zhong Xiu seemed to remember something, and her face twitched slightly. "...of Shen Yi."

Upon hearing this name, Su Hongxiu and the other two didn't seem too surprised. Instead, they all wore expressions that said, "So it was him."

"Looks like you've experienced it too?" Dai Jian Shu said with a bitter smile.

He remembered that not long ago, the elders and personal disciples of the Seven Sects had been eyeing Shen Yi's Unity Realm treasure land, calling him "that brat."

In the blink of an eye, "that brat" had become a towering mountain that made their hearts tremble.

"So where is he now?"

A gentle voice sounded in the room.

The five Daoists stood up simultaneously and bowed. "Master Ji!"

As the voice trailed off, a figure in white slowly appeared. Ji Jingxi first scanned the room to confirm that they were all unharmed before finally letting out a sigh of relief.

Recalling what she had heard earlier, she shook her head quietly, feeling a sense of emotion. That young master of the South Yang Sect rarely made promises, but whenever he did, he always came through surprisingly.

If it weren't for him coincidentally being in Tengyunfang City, they would have been in big trouble this time.

However... even though Qi Laqi was left in Yu Mountain by Zi Xian, those aquatic warriors were not easy to deal with. Moreover, as it involved the Seven Sects of South Hong, they definitely wouldn't be careless. Perhaps they even had a treasure with them.

Had Shen Yi improved to the point where he could handle such a situation?

"Sect Master Shen seemed to have other matters to attend to, so he asked us to return first, but...rest assured, he wasn't injured when he left...It's hard for me to describe the scene back then..."

Dai Jian Shu smiled bitterly.

"I understand."

The worry in Ji Jingxi's eyes finally faded slightly, and a cold light appeared in her eyes as she said, "I'll notify the sect to prepare as soon as possible."

Even if they feared immortals, if they didn't handle this matter and let the Myriad Treasures Pavilion continue unchecked, it would set a dangerous precedent. The South Hong Seven Sects would then face endless trouble.

"Master Ji, the West Dragon Palace?" Su Hongxiu walked over slowly.

"It's a complicated matter. We may still have some time, so let's do our best." Ji Jingxi regained her composure and quietly said, "I'm not sure how to describe my experience in Jade Mountain to you all."

"What about the Moving Mountain Sect? How is that situation?"

"It's surprising, but the Moving Mountain Sect is even willing to become our allied sect now...When we left, the sect master not only met us in person but also tried to keep us there."

Wei Yuanzhou's expression turned strange.

Seeing his reaction, Ji Jingxi pondered for a moment and said with a complex expression, "Is it also because of Sect Master Shen?"

"This matter...is quite a long story," Wei Yuanzhou replied with a soft affirmative, realizing that only after leaving South Hong would one understand the true distinction among the proud sons of heaven.

And Sect Master Shen was undoubtedly the most dazzling one among them!

...

In a grand hall within the West Hong Dragon Palace.

Qi Qiye sat lifelessly on his throne, his eyes staring blankly ahead.

The elite forces he had sent out were still missing, and there was no trace of the Nine-Dragon White Jade Canopy.

No matter how hard they searched, they found no clues.

Because this matter involved his brother, Qi Qiye didn't even dare to inform his other siblings. He could only vent his anger alone in the hall!

"Send another message to the Myriad Treasures Pavilion!" he shouted.

Qi Laoqi violently kicked the jade table in front of him.

Below him, several demon generals trembled, their voices shaking as they replied, "Your Highness, we've sent three messages already, but there's been no response."

"Good...good...very good!"

"They dared to deceive me with fake news, thinking they could get away with it by pretending to be dead. Do they think I, Qi Laoqi, am a harmless, stupid pig?!"

Qi Laoqi laughed so hard that he was gasping for breath, his majestic chest heaving and his face becoming even more hideous.

"Pretending to be dead, huh? If you don't give me a reasonable explanation, then you might as well be truly dead!"

"Mobilize the troops! I want to see where these despicable beings plan to hide!"

As his voice echoed, Qi Laoqi transformed into a dragon, his massive silver dragon body coiling and surging out of the hall. Behind him, several figures followed closely, all of them his most trusted bodyguards.

The group surged out of the water and soared into the sky, their imposing manner as they rushed towards the Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

At the same time, in the Myriad Treasures Pavilion's treasure land.

Shen Yi sat in the main hall, quietly flipping through the files in his hands. These were rare pieces of information that the Myriad Treasures Pavilion had gathered with great difficulty.

With Wu Jun's selection, although the information was still somewhat cumbersome and disorganized, it helped Shen Yi sort out the current situation.

For example, the eldest son of the Qi family had secretly colluded with many forces, including demon clans from North Hong and even a sect of immortals.

In addition to contacting other forces, this eldest dragon son had also revitalized several once-declining demon clans.

It must be said that the Myriad Treasures Pavilion had a talent for finding such opportunities. With their strength as a lower-tier immortal sect, they had managed to get involved in these matters.

"Hmm."

Shen Yi's thoughts became much clearer as he read through the information.

These powerful but restrained demon clans, seemingly afraid to make a move, were perfect targets for him.

"My Lord, these items were found in their treasury. We've gathered everything here. They are definitely treasures."

Wu Jun presented several pieces of dark golden, intricately woven robes. "I, Wu Jun, have tested them, and with these robes, we can conceal our aura completely, even from the Western Palace Master. With these, we can move undetected."

With his current strength, it was difficult for any treasure to catch his eye, especially from a sect like the Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

But these robes would definitely please his lord...Wu Jun knew exactly what his master intended to do.

Shen Yi raised his eyes and summoned all four palace masters. "Try them on."

The seemingly spacious dark golden robes automatically adjusted to fit Ke Shisan's large frame, but when An Yi wore them, they shrunk to a suitable length.

If they pulled the hoods over their heads, it would be difficult for even Shen Yi to recognize these four figures.

Four shadows of varying heights and sizes stood quietly in the hall, the luxurious robes swaying slightly, giving off an eerie aura.

Just then, a voice like a tolling bell rang out, echoing through the treasure land.

"Myriad Treasures Pavilion, return my twenty-seven elite warriors and the Nine-Dragon White Jade Canopy!"

Shen Yi frowned slightly, his eyes narrowing as he looked outside.

Although he was unfamiliar with West Hong, just from these words, he could tell the identity of their visitor.

This was his first encounter with a dragon son of West Hong.

It was indeed...quite exciting.

"Can we kill him?"

Shen Yi retracted his gaze and looked at An Yi and Ke Shisan.

"My Lord...should we give it a try?" Ke Shisan struggled to control his rapid breathing. If he could slay this powerful being at the Unity Realm, he didn't dare to imagine how much his own strength would improve.

Shen Yi didn't respond but continued to look at the still-pale-faced An Yi.

"Your Highness...I..."

For some reason, An Yi seemed less indifferent than before, but she was still far from as considerate as the other palace masters.

She closed her eyes and carefully sensed the situation for a long time before slowly shaking her head. "The dragon outside is not as strong as An Tingfeng, but he's still powerful. If I add this dragon to my strength, I might have a slight chance, but I definitely won't be able to keep him here."

"I understand."

Shen Yi immediately suppressed his excitement and returned his attention to the files in his hands.

He was greedy, but he wasn't foolish.

Without certainty, taking action would only alert their target and cause unnecessary trouble.

The two barely-Unity-Realm-level guardian stones were indeed powerful in West Hong, but they didn't have the capability to act as they pleased, especially when facing the largest power in West Hong.

Thinking of this, Shen Yi calmly said, "Get rid of him."

(End of Chapter)

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