bdsm-fiction Chapter 138 Respecting teachers and valuing the Way is a fine tradition in the cultivation world.
Chapter 138 Respecting teachers and valuing the Way is a fine tradition in the cultivation world.
Chapter 138 Respecting teachers and valuing the Way is a fine tradition in the cultivation world.
Outside the Void Heaven Palace, high above the nine heavens, the sea of clouds surged and the wind howled fiercely.
Two streaks of light rushed in from afar, one after the other, at an extreme speed, leaving long trails of flame in the clouds.
The golden light that had been shooting ahead suddenly stopped. Jin Kui stopped, hovered in the void, and looked back at the path he had come from.
At the end of the sea of clouds, the magnificent Void Palace still floats silently, reflecting seven colors under the sunlight, like a dream.
Although all he could see at that moment were the magnificent palace buildings, he knew exactly what had happened.
Turning his gaze away, Jin Kui sighed softly: "After all these years, the Void Heaven Cauldron has finally been obtained by someone else."
His tone was calm, revealing neither joy nor anger, but beneath that calm lay a trace of inexplicable melancholy.
It's a pity that the Void Heaven Cauldron didn't fall into my hands.
It's a pity that such a brilliant talent as Russell wasn't a disciple of Star Palace.
The elder in black followed and stood behind him, slightly stunned.
After a moment of silence, he finally couldn't help but speak: "Elder, I have a question, but I'm not sure if I should ask it."
Jin Kui did not turn around, but stood with his hands behind his back, his clothes fluttering gently in the wind.
He naturally knew what the elder in black wanted to ask.
"You mean to ask why I stopped just now?"
The elder in black didn't reply, but his silence spoke volumes.
As an elder of the Star Palace Law Enforcement, he had followed Jin Kui for hundreds of years and witnessed the elder make countless moves. Every time, Jin Kui crushed his opponent with absolute strength and never suffered a defeat.
But we still have the strength to fight today, so why should we take the initiative to admit defeat?
Jin Kui chuckled lightly: "Naturally, it's because I am no match for that person and was defeated fair and square."
"How is this possible?!" the black-robed elder exclaimed in shock, his face as if he had seen a ghost. "Even with your cultivation, Elder, you are no match for that brat?!"
Russell is so young; at most, his bone age is no more than fifty!
Jin Kui simply shook his head, accepting his defeat with equanimity.
"The path of cultivation depends on talent and opportunity. There is no such thing as someone being older or having stronger cultivation."
"If that's the case, wouldn't those immortal beings who have lived for thousands of years have already dominated the Chaotic Star Sea? What would our Star Palace have to do with it then?"
"This—" The elder in black was speechless for a moment.
He opened his mouth, but for a moment he didn't know how to respond.
Throughout history, which of those exceptionally talented individuals did not reach heights that ordinary people could not attain even after a thousand years in just a few hundred years?
Invincibility is something that either lasts a lifetime or is achieved through gradual accumulation, leading to invincibility at a certain stage. There is never a situation where older people are necessarily stronger.
After a long silence, he asked in a hoarse voice, "Then—what should we do next?"
Jin Kui stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze deep and unfathomable.
"The theft of the Void Heaven Cauldron is no small matter." He said slowly, "It is likely that the Chaotic Star Sea will soon be in chaos. Let us return to the Star Palace and ask the Two Saints to make a decision."
The elder in black quickly cupped his hands in greeting: "The Grand Elder is wise."
He straightened up, then suddenly remembered something and asked, "What about the Free and Unfettered Heavenly Palace—"
"Guests are guests." Jin Kui's lips suddenly curled into a meaningful smile: "The arrival of the Free and Unfettered Heavenly Palace in the Chaotic Star Sea is quite a show of force. As the host, my Star Palace should naturally do our best to spread the word about them."
The black-clad elder was taken aback at first, then realized that the Grand Elder's move was indeed brilliant. He used someone else to do the dirty work and watched the two fight from the sidelines. No matter who won or lost in the end, the Star Palace could reap the benefits!
"The Grand Elder is wise!" He cupped his hands again, this time his tone full of admiration.
Jin Kui said no more.
He glanced one last time in the direction of the Void Heaven Palace, then flicked his sleeves, transforming into a golden streak of light and disappearing into the void.
The elder in black followed closely behind.
Two streaks of light vanished into the distance at the edge of the sea of clouds in an instant.
half a month later.
Green Bamboo Island, Green Bamboo Laboratory, backyard courtyard.
Unlike the high-tech front hall, this courtyard has a distinctly antique feel.
Artificial hills stand tall, with strangely shaped rocks. A clear stream meanders from among the artificial hills, flowing gently into a small lake. The lake water is crystal clear, and many spirit fish swim in it, their scales shimmering with iridescent light in the sunlight. Various spiritual plants and rare flowers are planted on the lakeside, vying for beauty, and a faint fragrance drifts on the wind.
"I didn't even notice this place last time I came here." In the lakeside pavilion, Xiao Yan took a deep breath of the fragrant scent emanating from the peach grove, relaxed completely, and leaned lazily against the pillar: "Workaholic, you know how to enjoy yourself."
Han Li chuckled and waved his hand. "This is all thanks to Zi Ling; I wouldn't know anything about these things."
His self-glow swept past two figures busy at work not far away. Yuan Yao and Zi Ling were carefully transplanting the Soul-Nourishing Wood and Spirit Eye Spring obtained from the Void Heaven Palace. Even with his unwavering heart devoted to the Dao, he was still moved by the sight of this garden in full bloom.
The beautiful woman is like a painting, and one can't help but sigh in one's heart, "This is life."
Clearly, they obtained the Soul-Nourishing Wood and the Spirit Eye Spring from the Void Heaven Palace.
After taking the Void Heaven Cauldron, they thoroughly searched the inner hall of the Void Heaven Palace from top to bottom and inside to outside, leaving nothing behind that they could take with them. Now, the backyard of the Green Bamboo Laboratory can be considered a miniature inner hall of the Void Heaven Palace.
"Oh, right." Han Li suddenly remembered something and looked at Luo Su, who was leisurely fishing by the lake with a fishing rod in hand: "Fellow Daoist Luo, you asked us to set up the spiritual veins before, but what happened?"
Russell was reclining in a deckchair, one hand supporting his chin and the other holding a fishing rod, looking as relaxed as could be.
"It will take some time for the authority to be fully integrated into the spiritual veins, so there's no rush. Anyway, I've already used the Nibelungen to make an opening in the Void Palace. As soon as the time is right, I can close the net."
Xu Qi'an leaned against another pillar, a blade of grass dangling from his mouth, and yawned listlessly.
"So, what should we do next?"
Russell continued fishing, uttering a single word without turning his head: "Wait."
The Reverse Star Alliance is now in trouble.
The Star Palace released news that the Void Heaven Cauldron had been obtained by the Carefree Heaven Palace. They even issued a Heavenly Star Token, revealing the appearances and characteristics of several individuals, including portraits, auras, and cultivation techniques. They wanted the entire Chaotic Star Sea to know that they were the holders of the Void Heaven Cauldron.
On the other hand, the Nascent Soul cultivators led by Wan Tianming insisted that the Void Heaven Cauldron was in the hands of the Star Palace. The two sides held their own opinions and argued fiercely.
In the current chaotic Star Sea, besides the constant martial law and friction, there are also many conflicting opinions. Some believe in the Star Palace, some believe in the Reverse Star Alliance, and some believe that both sides are lying and that the Void Heaven Cauldron actually has another owner.
Regardless of the circumstances, both sides' top officials are fully aware of the truth.
Russell didn’t believe they would abandon the Void Cauldron that was out in the world.
All he wants now is for all these Nascent Soul cultivators to come in droves, so that he can reap a huge harvest of Source Points.
This was also the main reason why he let Jin Kui leave.
"But given the current situation, the Star Palace and the Reverse Star Alliance are locked in a stalemate, neither daring to make a move. To break this deadlock, we'll probably need a catalyst," Han Li said, frowning slightly.
"The bait has been found, now it's just a matter of when it will come." Russell laughed and flicked his wrist, sending a spirit fish flying up the fishing rod. It drew a graceful arc in the air and landed precisely in the fish basket beside him.
"Fellow Daoist Luo, are you perhaps referring to Madam Wen?" Han Li's eyes flashed, and he suddenly realized, "Fellow Daoist Luo is indeed farsighted; I admire you."
"Alright, alright."
Xu Qi'an interrupted the two with a look of disgust: "Let's stop with the mutual flattery. We're all so familiar with each other, there's really no need for this kind of formality."
He paused, then suddenly put on a smiling expression and looked at Han Li: "So, do you still want the Wind and Thunder Wings model worker?"
Xiao Yan's eyes widened: "Lao Xu! You're shameless! You insist!"
Xu Qi'an spread his hands, looking innocent yet self-righteous: "There's nothing I can do, what can I do when I'm poor in Dafeng?"
That's the truth.
The Great Feng Dynasty's Nine Provinces and the outer seas are incredibly rare, with each one being extremely scarce. Cultivators from all systems can only rely on talent, diligence, and luck; there are absolutely no shortcuts. Top-tier flying treasures like the Wind and Thunder Wings would be considered national treasures in the Great Feng Dynasty.
Han Li chuckled and shook his head.
"The Wind and Thunder Wings are of little use to me now." He looked at Xu Qi'an and said gently, "If Ning Yan is interested, I will inform you when the Wind and Thunder Wings are born, and you can take them yourself."
"That's exactly what I've been waiting to hear!"
Xu Qi'an smiled with satisfaction, stood up, patted his robes, and walked out of the house without looking back, waving his hand casually.
"I'm off to explore, guys. Let me know in the group chat if you need anything."
"Wait for me! I want to come too!"
Xiao Yan called out, quickly put down his teacup, and jogged after him, walking out of the courtyard side by side.
"These two guys—" Russell shook his head, looked away, and continued fishing.
Days passed by peacefully.
Han Li entered a state of seclusion and began to study the ancient array texts he had obtained from the Void Heaven Palace. He combined the computing power of the supercomputer to deduce more intricate rune restrictions.
Russell waited for the four powers to fully integrate into the spiritual vein while also waiting for news from Madam Wen.
Fishing, drinking tea, sunbathing.
I occasionally chat with Yuan Yao and Zi Ling, watching them busy arranging the spiritual plants they had plundered from the Void Heaven Palace.
Life was leisurely and pleasant.
More than a month passed like this.
On this day, Russell was dozing in the pavilion when he suddenly felt something and opened his eyes.
A dazzling seven-colored light streaked across the sky as it approached from afar.
The light was dazzling and colorful, like a rainbow bridge in the sky. In the light, a royal carriage slowly drove in, pulled by a four-winged peacock with beautiful feathers and a long trail of light trailing behind its tail feathers. With each flap of its wings, a seven-colored halo rippled out, so beautiful that it took one's breath away.
The imperial carriage slowly came to a stop above Qingzhu Island.
finally come.
Russell got up and stretched, his bones making a slight cracking sound.
Han Li also emerged from his seclusion at this moment, sensing the fluctuations in the outer array.
He looked up at the sky and gazed at the extremely flamboyant seven-colored imperial carriage. With his divine sense extended, he instantly discerned the identity of the person inside.
"Young Master Wen has actually come too."
Fate is so wondrous.
With slight changes, even mortal enemies in a fixed timeline can become allies one day.
He waved his hand to break the barrier outside the island, and guided the imperial carriage with his divine sense to land at the gate of the backyard.
The seven-colored light subsided, the four-winged peacock folded its wings and landed, the curtain of the imperial carriage was lifted, and two figures stepped down one after the other.
Madam Wen's gaze swept over the antique-style backyard, then looked at the artificial hills, streams, and spiritual plants in the lake, and she couldn't help but smile gently.
"The Chaotic Star Sea is in complete chaos right now, but Fellow Daoist Luo seems quite relaxed here."
The news that Russell had defeated Jin Kui in a head-on confrontation was already common knowledge among the high-ranking members of the Chaotic Star Sea, and the last trace of doubt in her heart had vanished.
She became increasingly optimistic about her deal with Russell.
Behind her followed a young man with sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, an arrogant demeanor, dressed in a purple robe, adorned with gold and silver ornaments, and a warm jade pendant hanging from his waist. He looked far more like the protagonist than Han Li.
"Weren't we waiting for Madam to come?" Russell greeted her with a smile, but his gaze fell on Wen Tianren behind Madam Wen, looking him up and down: "This must be Young Master Wen? He is indeed a young hero."
Wen Tianren bowed respectfully, showing no arrogance whatsoever: "Junior Wen Tianren greets Senior Luo."
As the old saying goes, the so-called number one person below the Nascent Soul stage is nothing more than a Core Formation stage cultivator.
Admittedly, he has the talent to advance to the Nascent Soul stage, and it won't be too difficult for him. His aptitude, comprehension, and opportunities far surpass those of ordinary people, and sooner or later he will be able to stand on equal footing with the Nascent Soul stage veterans.
But talent is just talent; it's worthless until it's translated into real ability.
"Young Master Wen, you're too kind." Russell nodded, saying nothing more, but simply stepped aside to lead the way: "Please."
The group passed through the moon gate and entered the back garden.
In the pavilion, stone tables and benches were already prepared. Zi Ling quietly stepped forward and, with her slender hands, poured spiritual tea for everyone. The aroma of the tea wafted through the air and mingled with the gentle breeze blowing from the lake, creating a refreshing and delightful atmosphere.
But Wen Tianren didn't even glance at it. He just leaned back, gently stroking the teacup in his hand with his fingers, his gaze fixed on the lake, as if he were pondering something.
The environment here was only comfortable to him, far from luxurious. As a disciple of the Six Paths Supreme Saint, he had seen too many magnificent palaces and immortal caves. This small backyard garden was nothing special.
There was only one thing that could make him look like that.
Russell was discussing with Madam Wen how to remove the restrictions on their bodies and where to set up the ambush site for the Six Paths.
Although Wen Tianren had personally confirmed with the Six Paths Saint that Russell had indeed defeated Jin Kui and obtained the Void Heaven Cauldron, and that his strength was comparable to the late Nascent Soul stage, he still felt that it was somewhat unreal.
He raised his teacup, took a small sip, and found the tea to be warm, slightly bitter at first, but then sweet in the aftertaste.
One day, he actually managed to break free from the control of the Six Paths.
One day, he was able to witness the demise of that old devil.
This is truly—
That's great!
"Senior Luo, I have some information about the Six Paths that I would like to share with you."
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