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Chapter 868: The Heavenly River's Floating, Luo Tian's Voyage
Chapter 868: The Heavenly River's Floating, Luo Tian's Voyage
At Green Reed Mountain, within a secluded valley.
A chilly mountain breeze blew in from outside, emitting a mournful sound.
A woman, her face covered by a light veil, paced back and forth within the valley, as if waiting for something.
Suddenly, the sound of void escape echoed from outside the mountain.
The woman's heart leaped with joy, and she hurriedly went out to greet the visitor.
In the moment she saw the visitor, she gracefully bowed, "Tao Wan greets Li Zongzhu!"
Li Yingzhang waved his hand and smiled, "Tao Zongzhu, there's no need for such formality. Our two families have a deep connection from the past, so there's no need to be so distant."
Beneath the veil, Tao Wan forced a bitter smile.
The once prestigious Clear Pill Valley, a major sect with numerous Golden Core Cultivators, was now reduced to just three Golden Core Cultivators, barely maintaining its status as a major sect.
The Heaven Ascension Meeting, which once relied on Clear Pill Valley's support, had now become the lofty Luo Tian Upper Sect.
A sad and thick wall had already formed between them!
The only connection that allowed them to communicate was probably the slight connection between Tao Wan and the Supreme Elder of Luo Tian Sect.
Sighing inwardly, Tao Wan mustered her courage and asked, "Is Elder Luo willing to meet me?"
Li Yingzhang apologized, "Unfortunately, the Supreme Elder has been very busy lately and doesn't have time to see you."
Tao Wan opened her mouth, her face covered with disappointment beneath the veil.
But Li Yingzhang's next words swept away her disappointment.
"However, rest assured. The Supreme Elder has agreed to let Clear Pill Valley participate in the war. Moreover, after establishing the Foundation Establishment Region, he will allow you to choose a third-rank Spirit Land as a place for your sect to continue."
Upon hearing this, Tao Wan was overjoyed.
"Thank you, Li Zongzhu, and please convey my gratitude to your Supreme Elder as well."
Li Yingzhang waved his hand, "It's nothing, just a minor matter. I have other matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave now."
"Li Zongzhu, please go ahead. Don't worry about me. In a year, Clear Pill Valley will definitely join the war!" Tao Wan said happily, taking out a storage bag and offering it respectfully, "Although Elder Luo doesn't want to see me, Clear Pill Valley hasn't forgotten about some things. Please deliver this on our behalf."
Li Yingzhang hesitated as he looked at the storage bag.
Tao Wan spoke earnestly, "This is what Clear Pill Valley owes to Elder Luo. Although it may not be of much use to him now, we can't break our promise."
Li Yingzhang accepted the storage bag without further refusal and then departed.
After Li Yingzhang left, Tao Wan finally breathed a sigh of relief.
She didn't linger in the valley, but glanced at the summit of Green Reed Mountain before hurrying away.
She headed straight for Heaven Ascending Pass.
At the summit of Green Reed Mountain, Luo Chen stood with Sima Hui'niang, examining the magic treasures that would become the foundation of Luo Tian Sect, discussing how to distribute them afterward.
Li Yingzhang hurried over to report the situation and finally handed over a storage bag.
"I understand."
Luo Chen took the storage bag and nodded lightly.
Li Yingzhang respectfully took his leave.
After he left, Sima Hui'niang smiled lightly, "I didn't expect Clear Pill Valley to still exist. Previously, there were rumors that they had disappeared."
Luo Chen, while using Origin Energy to remove the bloodstains left by the Centipede Demon Sovereign on the magic treasures, replied, "Rumors are just rumors. These ancient Golden Core sects with long histories have their ways of survival."
As Luo Chen spoke, a hint of sighing could be heard in his voice.
As the first line of defense against the demon beast onslaught, Jade Cauldron Domain had suffered significant losses.
Among the Seven Sects of Jade Cauldron, the Sword Sect's True Man had died tragically, and it was only thanks to Lin Xuan, the rising star, that the sect was still standing.
The Fallen Cloud Sect was destroyed, and Supreme Elder Han Zhan fled to the North Sea.
Ailuo Mountain collapsed, the Hundred Flowers Palace withered, the Ice Fortress was completely destroyed, and Luo Tian Sect fled for thousands of miles.
Clear Pill Valley, after enduring the demon beast onslaught, faced internal turmoil. Xuan Yunzi rebelled, stealing the Nascent Soul Pill formula.
Later, it was rumored that many Clear Pill Valley disciples were absorbed by the Medicine King Sect. In the chaos, some died, and some escaped.
Thus, Clear Pill Valley was effectively removed from the history of the Eastern Wilderness.
Unexpectedly, the last Sect Master, Tao Wan, managed to preserve a branch of the sect. Over the years, she acted like the Heartless Fairy, leading several dozen Clear Pill Valley disciples into hiding, breaking up the sect, and blending into Heaven Ascending Pass.
They even abandoned the name "Clear Pill Valley" and claimed to be individual cultivators.
Luo Chen could guess their intentions.
They feared that someone would covet the Nascent Soul Pill formula that Clear Pill Valley had obtained, and being possessive of it would only attract unwanted attention.
Now that the situation had stabilized, Tao Wan wanted to use Luo Chen's influence to rebuild their sect.
"You're kind to agree to let this insignificant Clear Pill Valley participate," Sima Hui'niang said with a smile that didn't quite reach her eyes as she looked at Luo Chen. "I heard that Tao Wan is still unmarried, and it's quite pitiful for her to be alone."
"Haha, I used to think that Caiyi was jealous, but now even the understanding and reasonable Hui'niang is like this!" Luo Chen stopped his actions.
Sima Hui'niang pouted and lowered her head.
Luo Chen sighed and weighed the storage bag from Clear Pill Valley.
"After all, Tao Wan and I have a history. How can I ignore their plight?"
"Moreover, they are so considerate and understanding, much more sensible than other Golden Core sects."
Opening the storage bag, Luo Chen found a transcribed Fourth Rank Nascent Soul Pill formula inside. There was also a jade slip recording the feng shui array Clear Pill Valley once used to condense the Fourth Rank Spirit Vein on the Five Peaks surrounding the valley.
The former was not given for free.
When Luo Chen agreed to refine the Nascent Soul Pill for Clear Pill Valley, their Supreme Elder, Qing Danzi, had promised to provide the Primordial Cauldron refining diagram and the Nascent Soul Pill formula.
The former was given to Luo Chen before its refinement, while the latter was to be given to him after he reached the late stage of the Golden Core.
Unfortunately, many events unfolded later, and Luo Chen ended up in the North Sea, causing this promise to be broken.
Now, Tao Wan, on behalf of Qing Dan Valley, delivered the pill formula, thus fulfilling the promise made years ago.
With a proper beginning and end, only then can one achieve perfection!
As for the Feng Shui array of the Five Peaks Enclosing the Valley, it was clearly a gesture of goodwill, considering the Luo Tian Sect was about to establish its sect.
Sima Huiniang curiously examined the two items and had to admit that Tao Wan's actions were indeed generous.
Regardless of which item, in the hands of a Golden Core master, they could be considered precious inheritances. To contribute them so generously to Luo Chen, all she asked for was a third-rank Spirit Land and the protection of the Luo Tian Sect.
Feeling embarrassed, she stammered, "It's just that I thought too much."
Luo Chen smiled slightly and affectionately held her fair and delicate hand.
"It's fine. After the Luo Tian Sect is settled, before I go to the Abyssal Sacred Land, I will help you fulfill your heart's desire."
Sima Huiniang's eyes lit up.
"Really?"
"Would I lie to you?"
"Well... Actually, I don't mind if my husband has three wives and four concubines. I see that Tao Wan, Jueqing Xianzi, and even Feng Hua..."
"Stop!"
Luo Chen interrupted the topic on his own.
He knew that Huiniang's temperament had changed a lot over the years, but he didn't expect it to be so different.
In the end, the Lingxi Gu's affliction prevented her from cultivating, and certain matters became more complicated the more he thought about them.
He didn't know when the Heavenly Mountain True Man would reply.
Luo Chen shook his head and reached out to summon two True Artifacts: the Thunderclap Gloves and the Bind Gold Rope.
The Centipede Demon Sovereign, with his own power, controlled hundreds of magic treasures and even six or seven True Artifacts, a feat that far exceeded the imagination of cultivators.
However, it was evident that this method had inherent flaws.
The flaw was that the control over these magic treasures and True Artifacts did not rely on divine consciousness imprints but on flesh and blood imprints.
This method was convenient, but the drawback was that it couldn't maximize the power of the treasures.
So, in that battle, even though the Centipede Demon Sovereign's treasures filled the sky, he was powerless against Luo Chen's cauldron, sword, and armor.
Of course, these flaws turned into advantages in front of Luo Chen at this moment.
Divine soul imprints were difficult for him to erase quickly.
But flesh and blood imprints?
Luo Chen's flesh and blood techniques surpassed even the Centipede Demon Sovereign. Removing the imprints was indeed simple.
"These Thunderclap Gloves will be given to Wang Yuan. He lacks a suitable offensive weapon. This artifact can also integrate with the path of Qi and blood, making it the most suitable choice."
"As for this Bind Gold Rope..."
Sima Huiniang suggested, "Why not give it to Elder Lingfengzi?"
Luo Chen turned his head, frowning slightly, reluctant to part with it.
At this moment, Sima Huiniang regained some of her former demeanor as the Sect Master of the Luo Tian Sect.
She spoke with confidence, "Elder Lingfengzi was half-intimidated and half-bewitched by you into joining the Luo Tian Sect. He may have some hidden desires, especially now that the situation has stabilized, and even a declining sect like Qing Dan Valley has the opportunity to rebuild its mountain gate. Wouldn't he be tempted as well?"
"Giving him a True Artifact shows your respect for him and can also make up for some shortcomings."
"After you go to the Abyssal Sacred Land, the Luo Tian Sect will still rely on this Nascent Soul Cultivator for a short time. You can't neglect him."
After hearing this, Luo Chen appeared deep in thought.
He had to admit that Sima Huiniang's words made sense.
Moreover, after thinking about it, he realized that Lingfengzi was skilled in invisibility and concealing his aura, and his wind escape technique was slightly weaker in direct confrontation.
If he had this Bind Gold Rope as an aid, it would greatly increase the other party's strength.
"Then I'll listen to you, my dear!"
Luo Chen no longer hesitated.
On the same day, he summoned Lingfengzi.
To Lingfengzi's surprise, Luo Chen gifted him the Bind Gold Rope True Artifact, which had once bound Luo Chen himself.
In return, he received a sincere and earnest response from Lingfengzi.
"Thank you, Senior Brother!"
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As for whether he had any other thoughts, Luo Chen wouldn't delve too deeply into it.
As long as he was still around for a day, the name of the Dan Sect would weigh on the other's head, and the Bind Gold Rope would keep him firmly tied to the Luo Tian Sect.
Subsequently, Luo Chen also called for Wang Yuan and handed over the Thunderclap Gloves.
Not only that, but Luo Chen also temporarily took back the Hundred Creation Mountain.
"Before the battle begins, I will refine this treasure again. By then, with the Thunderclap Gloves and the new Hundred Creation Mountain, relying on your Grand Perfection in the Furnace Realm, you can even fight against ordinary Nascent Soul Cultivators!"
Wang Yuan had no doubts about himself, nor did he question the credibility of Luo Chen's words.
As for how to refine the Hundred Creation Mountain again, Luo Chen already had a plan in mind.
In the Pill Art Chamber.
The Hundred Creation Mountain, shrunk to its normal state, stood motionless.
Luo Chen waved his hand, and several streams of light flew out from his storage ring.
There were ordinary rocks, densely covered with intricate restriction array formations. This was the mountain-sized True Artifact that Luo Chen had shattered with his Primordial Cauldron, once relied upon by the Centipede Demon Sovereign.
A jade bottle opened, and black liquid flowed out, giving off a sense of immense weight despite its fluid state.
This was the Skyreach Ghost's True Artifact—Skytouch Cliff!
On the Battle Platform, Luo Chen had instantly refined the Withering and Flourishing Divine Flame, transforming it into this state.
Moreover, several middle-grade and high-grade magic treasures, resembling large seals, inkstones, and stone tablets, floated beside Luo Chen.
Luo Chen looked at all of this, his eyes filled with satisfaction.
All along, he had wanted to personally refine a magic treasure suitable for activating Origin Energy.
However, in this world, few cultivators could cultivate Origin Energy, let alone have reference blueprints for refinement.
In comparison, there were more blueprints for refining Qi and blood weapons for orthodox body cultivators.
He intended to experiment with some ideas while crafting a Qi-Xue weapon for Wang Yuan.
If successful, not only would Wang Yuan obtain a powerful weapon, but it would also make his future crafting of Yuanli weapons much easier.
"First, let's melt all these materials!"
With a thought, the Withering and Flourishing Divine Flame roared out, splitting into multiple flames that enveloped all the materials and magic treasures.
Even the perfectly intact Hundred Creation Mountain was wrapped in the flame, gradually shrinking as impurities were refined.
...
Time passes swiftly, and a year is but a fleeting moment.
A year is a long time for mortals, but for cultivators, it's merely a simple closed-door cultivation.
Despite the immense preparations for war, with the concerted efforts of numerous cultivators, everything gradually fell into place.
Many forces had already set out early, eager to return to their homelands.
In comparison, Luo Tian Sect, organizing their first war expedition, was much slower.
But no matter how slow they were, when the appointed time arrived, they finally set out.
On this day, in the Windflower Region, countless cultivators gathered!
Their gazes turned towards Green Reed Mountain, where a streak of light soared into the sky, transforming into a colossal spaceship over a thousand zhang long!
It resembled a massive dark cloud, covering not only the mountain but also parts of the nearby Windflower Palace.
The spaceship boasted towering palaces, numerous pavilions, flowing rivers, and lush spiritual energy.
Intricate patterns adorned the edges of the spaceship, seemingly imbued with mysterious power. These patterns flickered with a subtle glow, giving off a sense of both safety and danger.
On both sides of the spaceship stood enormous oars, ready to propel the ship through the Heavenly River at any moment.
Exclamations of surprise filled the air.
"What kind of flying ship is that?"
"Wow, could this be the legendary Heavenly River Lingxu Ship, comparable to a true artifact?"
"The Heavenly River Lingxu? Isn't that a treasure of the Heavenly Capital Sect? How did it end up here?"
"I heard that many sects invited the Heavenly Capital Sect to participate in the war, but they refused. They wanted to recover their strength in seclusion. Who would've thought they'd choose to help the Luo Tian Sect!"
"Indeed, they've even lent out the Heavenly River Lingxu Ship, one of their sect's treasures. It shows how much they value the Luo Tian Sect."
"With this ship, the war will be a sure success!"
While discussions raged below, laughter and chatter filled the mountain.
"Elder Danzong, our Supreme Elder has been in seclusion to recover from his injuries, and Elder Tianquanzi is busy managing the sect. Please forgive us for not being able to come in person." Ji Wanqian respectfully bowed.
Luo Chen clasped his hands behind his back and looked up at the giant spaceship, a smile on his face.
"Your sect's intentions are well received. Now, it's up to you and your fellow disciples."
As he spoke, he tossed a bottle of pills.
Ji Wanqian, at the late Golden Core stage, wanted to refuse, as this was an arrangement made by his elders.
But the faint scent of pure pills from the bottle made him swallow unconsciously.
A third-rank, top-grade pill!
The Danzong Sect was so generous!
He no longer refused and accepted the bottle of pills like a precious treasure. Then, with utmost respect, he said, "Please, Elder Danzong, board the ship first. Leave the rest to us."
Luo Chen slightly raised his foot and stepped onto the spaceship, ascending like climbing a heavenly ladder in front of countless onlookers.
Following him, the Luo Tian Sect cultivators led by Lingfengzi and Wang Yuan boarded the ship.
Once the Luo Tian Sect members were aboard, nearly ten thousand cultivators flew out from the Windflower Palace, led by the female cultivator, Windflower Fairy.
After both groups settled in, Li Yingzhang and Ji Wanqian exchanged a few words before standing at the bow of the Heavenly River Lingxu Ship.
Infusing his spiritual power, Li Yingzhang shouted.
"Fellow cultivators, if you wish to conserve your strength, please board the ship!"
As his words fell, a commotion stirred below.
Then, one by one, streaks of escaping light, like mayflies in the sky, flew towards the giant ship.
Some cultivators, unwilling to share the ship, rode their own large or small flying ships, following alongside.
When everything was ready, Li Yingzhang took a deep breath and shouted.
"To Skyreach Region!"
"Set sail!"
With this command, the Heavenly River Lingxu Ship trembled, and the intricate patterns on its surface glowed, releasing a vast surge of spiritual energy.
Swish! Swish!
The enormous oars began to move, pushing aside the surrounding clouds and creating ripples in the air.
The ship slowly started its journey, like a dark cloud heading east.
On the Heavenly River Lingxu Ship, the Windflower Fairy stood against the wind, her eyes sparkling.
"What an interesting Skyreach Region. I thought this assistance would be a mere formality, but it seems there's a good show to watch."
"But isn't Skyreach Cliff empty?" asked a disciple, his eyes wide.
The Windflower Fairy smiled slightly. "Not only have the Skyreach Cliff cultivators prepared to return to their homeland under the leadership of the Supreme Elder, Skyreach Ghost, but this region will also serve as the rear base for the Five Elements Divine Sect's recovery of the Five Elements Region."
The disciple's eyes widened in shock. "Doesn't that mean the Luo Tian Sect's biggest opponent is no longer those insignificant beasts but a large group of powerful human cultivators led by the Five Elements Divine Sect?"
"Exactly. One has a reputation from ancient times, and the other has the backing of a holy land's decree." The Windflower Fairy's heart raced with anticipation.
In terms of righteousness, the outcome of the Skyreach Region's conquest would depend on each sect's strategies.
Luo Chen's choice was clearly aimed at the Skyreach Cliff and the Five Elements Divine Sect.
Coincidentally, these two sects had been residing in the Windflower Region for years, and there had been some friction with the Windflower Palace. Now was the perfect time to resolve these issues!
(End of Chapter)
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