Chapter 659: The Divine Void Peak Master
Chapter 659: The Divine Void Peak Master
Ye Lan struggled to find words to describe her current feelings.
The reason she brought Shen Yi back was that he had just entered the Demon Slaying Bureau of Jianyang Prefecture, and while he was efficient in his work, he also had a knack for causing trouble.
This sparked a desire to nurture his talent, which led to the journey to Divine Void Mountain.
The two had little interaction beyond their hierarchical relationship, and they could barely be considered acquaintances, let alone friends, and there was no intention to take advantage of him.
After all, even when Shen Yi was at Crane Mountain, and he earnestly said, "I owe you a favor," Ye Lan didn't take it to heart.
But this very person, within a few short days, completely broadened her horizons.
Liu Rui Feng's composure was clearly forced, but Shen Yi's casualness stemmed from his unfathomable skills and intentions.
A glimpse of the Void Treasure Pill formula was enough to refine the Flawless Immortal Pill, which only proved that Shen Yi's mastery of the Alchemy Path far exceeded her imagination.
However, before the furnace was lit today, whether Shen Yi went to the Secret Law Repository or later asked Liu Rui Feng for guidance, these actions not only deceived others but also Ye Lan herself.
"..."
Ye Lan recalled her previous anxious appearance, and while she didn't blame Shen Yi for keeping secrets, perhaps it was this very appearance that gave the father and son of the Sixth Peak the upper hand, preventing them from having desperate thoughts.
Until the furnace was lit, and a flawless Void Treasure Pill appeared before the people of the Eight Peaks, the situation was settled, and the father and son had no chance to turn the tables.
The most ridiculous thing was that this grand gathering of the Eight Peaks was orchestrated by this Uncle Mu Yang.
Shen Yi seemed to do nothing, but he made the entire matter progress according to his wishes.
What a meticulous plan!
"First Senior Apprentice."
At this moment, Mu Yang Daoist's face turned grim, but he didn't make a move to save Liu Rui Feng.
Rui Feng's impulsive action not only seemed like he couldn't accept defeat, but it also disgraced the Peak's reputation, which was something the First Senior Apprentice disliked seeing.
As long as that young man in the ink-colored robe was still present, how could he escape scrutiny? Why the rush! Thinking of this, he looked at the half-dead, half-alive old man in the main seat.
The old man quietly stared ahead, and after a long while, his voice softened, "Young friend, may I take a look at that Void Treasure Pill?"
His voice trailed off.
The disciples gathered around the peak also held their breath, and their gazes simultaneously turned to Liu Rui Feng.
Although Rui Feng's actions were embarrassing, his doubts were not unreasonable.
This matter sounded scary just by hearing it. The night before, he took the pill formula, and the very next day, he could refine such a flawless immortal pill. Where did Elder Sister Ye find such a remarkable person, especially one so young?
If it were the heir of a Great Dharmaraja, how could they let such a raw talent be given to Divine Void Mountain?
"..."
Shen Yi finally released his grip.
Liu Rui Feng's entire face was smeared with black furnace soot, and he clumsily fell to the ground, his breath heavy as he raised his head, about to let out a low growl.
But in the instant he locked eyes with those pitch-black eyes, his pupils trembled, and instinctively, a thick sense of awe emerged, leaving him sitting dumbfounded on the ground, unconsciously averting his gaze.
For some reason, when a cold glint flashed in the young man's eyes, he seemed like a different person compared to his usual self, and the aura emanating from his body was completely different from that of the other sect disciples.
It was intimidating, making people unable to look directly at him.
Shen Yi walked past him, first reaching out to collect the remaining half of the ingredients, then casually tossed the pill bottle to the old man.
The old man took the jade bottle, a rare occurrence where he didn't pick on this disrespectful action.
He poured the pill into his palm, closed his eyes, and sniffed carefully. After sensing the tribulation force contained within and recognizing the aura of the Void Dao Fruit, he gently exhaled.
"A good pill."
These two simple words caused the surrounding peak masters who had been intently watching to change their expressions.
The Thousand Wind Daoist, who had previously visited the Pill Peak, couldn't help but turn his gaze back to Shen Yi, his eyes filled with astonishment.
When he saw him earlier, he thought he was a rather restrained young man, with a handsome appearance, but nothing remarkable.
But now, upon re-examining him, he inexplicably noticed a few differences in Shen Yi. Perhaps it wasn't restraint, but rather a calmness that came from confidence.
After all, when one could speak with strength, there was no need to rely on words.
"Heh."
With the last shred of hope shattered, Mu Yang Daoist stood rooted to the spot, his expression turning cold as he glared at Liu Rui Feng.
After many years of nurturing and cultivation, with the help of the array, the old man finally handed over such a disappointing answer.
Following this, he turned his gaze silently towards Ye Lan and Shen Yi, slightly clenching his palms to hide the murderous intent in his heart.
Today's events were no longer something he could change. The more he spoke, the more he would lose face.
With this thought, Mu Yang Daoist closed his eyes.
"Let's disperse."
As expected, the old man seemed to have forgotten his previous promise in the Grand Hall. He slowly stood up, without giving Liu Ruifeng another glance, and turned to leave the hall.
The flawless Void Elixir should be able to bring some comfort to Master Ancestor.
"Senior Uncle..."
Liu Ruifeng suddenly became anxious, scrambling forward in a panic. His filial piety and years of hard work, would they be completely overshadowed by this mere two tribulations gap?!
This old man had no conscience!
The old man acted as if he hadn't heard and continued walking forward.
Just then, a soft voice called out from behind him.
"Senior Uncle."
Among the Peak Masters, only Ye Lan would use this title.
"..."
The old man slowed his steps, furrowing his brows.
He didn't say anything, but the meaning of "Let's disperse" was clear—the other peaks would no longer interfere with Medicine Peak's matters.
With a Peak Master in place, and the alchemy process underway, there was no need for others to get involved.
This girl was relentless, but what else did she want to do?
Could it be that she wanted to humiliate her Senior Uncle and Junior Apprentice in front of the younger generation of the Eight Peaks, and even her own Senior Uncle?
"Is there something else?"
The old man slowly turned around, his expression calm as he looked over.
The Peak Masters all glanced at Ye Lan with a hint of anxiety, as they could sense the displeasure of the First Senior Apprentice. Lan Er, it was best to know when to stop.
Upon hearing this, Shen Yi finally turned to look.
Ye Lan had promised to take care of it, and it was time to settle the account.
Unexpectedly, Ye Lan turned to look back, and in her moist eyes, there was an indescribable flavor.
She paused for a moment, a hint of a bright smile on her lips. "Medicine Peak is in decline, with only two disciples remaining. Today, Ye Lan wishes to pass down the Divine Void Art to help Junior Apprentice Shen attain the Dao Fruit."
Her words fell.
Only then did the Peak Masters breathe a sigh of relief. Only Liu Ruifeng's face showed despair. Ye Lan wasn't leaving him any room for survival. With this boy receiving the Divine Void Dao Fruit, it was as if he had been designated as the successor... What was the point of his hard work in the Array Peak all these years?!
"It's a family matter, no need for other peaks to interfere."
The old man lightly nodded. Such a master of alchemy, his future achievements might even surpass that of the former Medicine Peak Junior Apprentice. Going to Ethereal Void Mountain, he must have had a purpose.
So it was for the Divine Void Dao Fruit.
This wouldn't make the Ethereal Void Mountain disciples unhappy; on the contrary, being able to keep a raw jade through this Dao Fruit would be more reassuring.
"Apart from that," Ye Lan continued, her hands still clasped, as she scanned the surrounding peers. Suddenly, she chuckled self-deprecatingly, "I know that everyone feels Ye is unworthy of this Peak Master position, and indeed, that's true. Today, Ye will resign from this position and pass on the Divine Void Art, along with the successor position, to Junior Apprentice Shen."
After saying this, she finally lowered her palms, not waiting for any response. She walked straight away from the peak top.
"..."
This time, even the old man was slightly stunned, let alone the others.
They stared at Ye Lan's departing figure.
"This girl..." Jin Xue Daoist sighed softly. Being treated this way by Ethereal Void Mountain, she couldn't help but feel resentful. But even so, walking alone outside, she was still looking for a suitable successor for the sect.
Especially with Ruifeng's contrast, this successor seemed even more precious.
The atmosphere fell silent for a moment.
The next instant, almost all eyes turned like a tide towards the tall figure on the peak top.
"..."
Shen Yi stood silently in her original spot, suddenly feeling a bit dazed.
...
Medicine Peak, Small Courtyard.
The alchemy process had encountered many twists and turns but had finally come to a close.
Ye Jing poured tea while secretly glancing at the young man sitting next to her.
The scene before her eyes felt somewhat familiar.
After joining the Demon Slaying Bureau for a few days, she was promoted to Demon Slayer. Coming to Ethereal Void Mountain, she had unexpectedly become a half-Peak Master.
The reason it was called 'half' was that this matter had been decided by her sister, but Shen Da Ge had not yet truly attained the Divine Void Dao Fruit.
Such bizarre events would be strange for anyone, but when they happened to Shen Yi, they seemed almost normal.
Ye Lan felt a sense of relief, as if she didn't have to worry about anything as long as she followed in his footsteps, and everything would be taken care of.
"Hiss!"
Ye Lan bit her fingertip forcefully, trying to pull herself out of this terrifying feeling. Aside from being a disciple of Divine Void Mountain, she was also a General of the Demon Slaying Bureau in the Divine Kingdom. If she ever had the thought of relying on someone else, she might not even know how she would die.
"Tell me about it."
Shen Yi lifted his head and returned the two cultivation manuals to her.
[Sixth Rank. Freedom Transformation Canon: Uninitiated]
[Fifth Rank. Divine Void Art: Uninitiated]
Ye Lan knew that Shen Yi was only a Seventh Stage True Immortal with unorthodox cultivation methods. Hence, she had specifically prepared the Divine Void Art, a heritage of the Divine Void Mountain Range, which was considered orthodox among the Three Teachings and was no weaker than the cultivation methods of the Bodhi Sect.
Only after reaching the Great Path of the Twelve Tribulations could one accommodate the Divine Void Dao Fruit, which was ranked within the top ten.
"Hmm?"
Ye Lan lifted her head and looked at the two cultivation manuals in front of her, feeling a bit surprised.
In her heart, Shen Yi was an unparalleled cultivation genius, but due to his background, his progress was limited. Yet, with his comprehension, he still needed her assistance.
"..."
Ye Jing tiptoed out of the room and closed the door for the two of them.
Time seemed to fly by.
The two of them hadn't taken a single step out of the room, and the formation in the small courtyard concealed the sound of Ye Lan's transmission of cultivation methods.
During this transmission, aside from the comprehension of the cultivation methods, something even more important was revealed.
"Both the Dao Fruit and the Fruit are differentiated by the number of Tribulations. Just like the Dragon and Tiger Fruits, which can endure eighty-one Tribulations, the Divine Void Dao Fruit requires one hundred and ninety-three Tribulations."
"From the number of Tribulations, one can discern the differences in specific abilities."
"But it doesn't mean that a cultivator with the Divine Void Dao Fruit can definitely surpass the Dragon and Tiger Arhats. Aside from the restraining relationship between abilities, on the path to the Fourth Rank, they can also endure more Tribulation Force."
"The Thousand Tribulations Dao Fruit is the threshold of the Fourth Rank. But it doesn't mean that as long as one possesses sufficient Tribulation Force, they can advance without any obstacles."
"The Dao Fruit is like bricks, and Tribulation Force is like paving stones. One can build a broad and smooth path, but without finding one's own path, no matter how many bricks are gathered, they are useless."
"These years in the mortal realm, I have finally comprehended over six hundred Tribulations, but I fell into bewilderment, unable to find the true path. Even with the power to endure Tribulations, I couldn't accommodate more."
"..."
Shen Yi listened silently, but his mind never stopped calculating.
The Dragon and Tiger Fruits were like bottomless pits in his eyes, but even after consuming them, he had only endured over one hundred and sixty Tribulations, which was even less than the consumption required to obtain the Divine Void Dao Fruit.
How many demons and monsters would it take to fill this void?
(End of Chapter)
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