Chapter 1602: Withered Glory Demon
rough the lake water at the dark clouds and lightning above, the strong wind and heavy rain. He said with a sigh, "They say that only those who have witnessed the eruption of the Spirit Tide know what..."What have you heard"
Qin Sang countered, "Jiang Mu wouldn't just spout nonsense, would he"
Jiang Mu gave Qin Sang a jade slip, "The rumors are true, but nothing can be confirmed. It's hard to tell what is real and what is fake! From some clues, it seems that the seemingly ordinary forces and people are not as simple as they appear..."
Qin Sang glanced over, they were all rumors of catching the wind and shadows, he chuckled: "True hidden forces wouldn't show up this quickly, would they What are they trying to achieve by getting together They couldn't possibly be trying to overthrow the Baguanguan and Ganlu Chanlin."
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“These two great immortal sects are behemoths, and for now, no one should dare challenge them. But if the Nascent Soul stage cultivators remain absent, it's hard to say. Someone is definitely going to have ideas about them.”
Jiang Mu’s voice trailed off, becoming mysterious. "Just one point, wouldn't Elder Qin be curious Even the Tianhao Building, the number one power in the Demon Gate, where divine transformation cultivators appear sporadically, why can Bajingguan and Ganlu Chan Temple have a continuous stream of divine transformations Could it be that all the world-renowned geniuses have been recruited by these two immortal sects"
“Jiang’s meaning is that the two great immortal sects possess a certain kind of mystical technique, and its success rate is extremely high...”
Qin Sang wasn't surprised.
In fact, after learning about the Eight Views Garden and the Ganlu Zen Monastery, he had similar speculations. Since Huang Xizhen and Lè Sù, both sides have produced numerous talents, firmly holding the dominant position, which is not a coincidence.
"Jiang Mou's own random thoughts, he can't be true."
Although he said that, Jiang Mu didn't feel like he was wrong. "These are still too far away for Jiang Mo. I still keep my feet on the ground and hope that one day I can catch up to Elder Qin's cultivation. However, for Elder Qin and you powerful cultivators, transforming into a divine being is not an illusion. It is something that must be fought for at all costs! It is inevitable that some people will have the same thoughts as Jiang Mo and plot in secret. The powerful cultivators outside of the Dao Buddha's forces are all reinforcements, natural allies. Once Elder Qin appears in Jin Yu Prefecture, someone will definitely come to him."
As he spoke, Jiang Mu looked at Qin Sang without a flicker of emotion.
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Mortal Embryo Stage late stage solitary heroes are too rare, Qin Sang is an anomaly.
Jiang Mu had always suspected that Qin Sang was a high-ranking figure from some powerful force disguised as an ordinary person, making it easier for them to move around. He wondered what the former sect master and Qin Sang had discussed in private all those years ago.
"Many thanks for your reminder, Brother Jiang. Qin is alone and fearless against strong enemies, but I will not allow myself to be used. I hope Master Mu can guide me in the future..."
Qin Sang secretly thought to himself, his personal trip to Jinyu Prefecture to participate in the Hungry Ghost Festival was partly for this reason.
Even if Huashen wasn't present, the Eight Scenes Garden and Ganyulu Zen Temple weren't on good terms. Being alone and with incomplete divine powers, the best choice was to sit back and watch them fight.
Before the situation is clear, Qin Sang will not take sides.
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However, he was very interested in the forces lurking beneath the water, especially the Wu Xiang Xian Men. He wondered if he could encounter any remnants of the Wu Xiang Xian Men on this trip.
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As they spoke, the two of them soared across the flying clouds and landed at the North Bank Wharf.
Three treasure ships were waiting there, setting sail the next day.
There were six men from the Zhuzhou Hall on board the ship, dispatched to Jinyumen. There were also large items that wouldn't fit in a mustard seed pouch, filling the hold to the brim. The quality of the goods wasn't necessarily high, but with so many piled together, their value was quite astonishing. No wonder Jiang Mu was so careful.
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Jiang Mu gave the best cabin to Qin Sang.
Qin Sang was not polite. He shut himself in the cabin to meditate, remaining there for many days without emerging. He didn't even show his face when the treasure ship set sail.
The fleet sailed north along Feiyun River, passing through Longju Wharf and entering Zhuozhou. On the way, they learned that the team from Longju Cave had already left on a cloud boat.
As we sped out of Zhuozhou and into Zhaoyang Prefecture,
At midnight, the full moon reflected on the river.
The surface of the river sparkled with waves.
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The treasure ship, in the midst of its journey, suddenly came to a halt.
Qin Sang noticed something was amiss. She pushed open the door and saw Jiang Mu standing at the stern of the boat, his face solemn as he gazed into the river's heart.
Behind them, the sound of rushing water echoed as a massive houseboat sped across the river.
Under the moonlight, the treasure ship resembled a black beast, powerful and fearless. It charged forward, forcing smaller vessels to scatter out of its way for fear of being trampled.
There are no flags or anything like that on the boats, indicating their identity.
Only the high prow of the ship was inlaid with an ancient mirror, reflecting the bright moonlight and illuminating a vast expanse of the river. Anyone bathed in this lunar glow would feel an inexplicable sense of constraint.
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Qin Sang was no exception. Although it wouldn't affect him, he felt very uncomfortable.
Vaguely, I sensed several obscure yet powerful auras within the ship.
“It’s Tiānhào Building!”
Jiang Mu spoke in a low voice, immediately issuing an order to change the ship's course and avoid the merchant vessel.
Qin Sang secretly thought, "No wonder."
The number one sect of the Demon Gate, regardless of divine transformation, is arguably no weaker than the Eight Views and the Gamlu Zen Monastery!
He turned his gaze to the ancient mirror at the bow of the ship and asked in a hushed voice, "Is this the Heavenly Azure Tower's treasured possession - the Heavenly Azure Mirror"
Jiang Mu shook his head slightly, "It's a fake. Its power is far inferior to the real Heavenly Might Ancient Mirror. Legend has it that the Heavenly Might Ancient Mirror cannot leave the Heavenly Might Tower, whether true or false! However, it is said that the replica was forged using special techniques, perfectly matching the ship formation array, and it can exert extraordinary power."
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As the two exchanged secret messages, the ship drew closer and the waves rose into two thick walls of water, crashing down upon them.
Just as I'm about to brush past them.
Suddenly, a soft exclamation rang out from the deck of the building ship. The treasure ship immediately came to a halt and stopped beside them, the water wall dropping, leaving only a thousand zhang between the two vessels.
Jiang Mu's face changed.
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Only the flickering light and shadow at the prow of the boat could be seen, revealing a figure standing there gazing this way. “I wonder which esteemed Daoist from the Liuzhou Hall this is Could it possibly be Master Mu himself”
The speaker was a young man.
The young man was dressed in a fine silk robe. His face was somewhat thin, with high cheekbones. He appeared very young on the outside, but his hair and eyebrows were completely white, his long brows drooping low.
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Jiang Mu bowed respectfully and said in a deep voice, "Jiang Mu of the Liuzhou Hall greets Master Ku Rong. The headmaster has some matters to attend to, so I will arrive shortly."
As he spoke, he transmitted a message to Qin Sang through voice transmission, his tone grave.
“This is the withered old demon!”
Qin Sang trailed behind Jiang Mu by half a body, standing with his arms crossed.
>In Tianhao Tower, "Shifu" is a term of respect for great cultivators.
Qin Sang had long heard of the withered glory demon.
This person is not as famous as the current Lord of the Heavenly Profound Tower and the Grand Elder, but he is considered the best candidate for the next leader of the Heavenly Profound Tower. He is expected to be the number one figure in the demon world in the future.
The withered old demon, Ku Rong, was already well-known before reaching the Yuan Ying stage. He cultivated a strange demonic art from the Tiān Hào Lóu, and at a young age, he displayed signs of aging like a hundred-year-old man.
Not only will the appearance deteriorate, but also the internal vital energy will weaken correspondingly, and even lifespan will be reduced.
Those who cultivate demonic arts age rapidly and wither overnight. They must overcome numerous obstacles and seize every opportunity to break through, a feat only those with extraordinary talent dare attempt.
As cultivation level improves, this state will improve, and the appearance of cultivators will become increasingly younger.
Only upon achieving the status of a great cultivator will one truly have a vast and boundless world at their disposal!
To date, only a handful of people have succeeded in mastering the magic technique of Heaven Tower. Besides being accomplished in cultivation, withered old demon is also one of the youngest masters of this art.
"If you're not here, you're not here. Talking about coming later is just making excuses. Are you afraid I'll destroy your fleet"
The old monster Kūróng smiled, his long eyebrows trembling. His gaze shifted and landed on Qin Sang behind Jiāng Mù. He took a look, revealing a surprised expression, "This fellow Daoist seems unfamiliar."
As evening fell, Jiang Mu introduced him with a stutter, "This is Elder Qin, our guest elder."
Qin Sang smiled and nodded, "I have long admired your reputation, Daoist Ku Rong. Meeting you today, as expected, your style is impressive!"
The withered old demon, Kūróng, stared intently at Qin Sang. The more he looked, the more surprised and suspicious his expression became.
Inside the ship, other masters of Tianhao Building discovered that the withered old demon Ku Rong was acting strangely.
Several divine senses subtly probed over, only to be met with Qin Sang's unceremonious counter-attacks.
A few groans arose from the ship immediately.
"Do not be presumptuous!"
The old demon Ku Rong roared in the cabin, completely unlike his casual attitude towards Jiang Mu just now. He said seriously, "My subordinates acted recklessly, Daoist Qin must have seen a joke."
"No problem," Qin Sang smiled.
"With Qin Daoist joining, Liuzhou Hall is like a tiger with wings added, and it can surely be established as the number one merchant association in the world! I apologize for my lack of vision. I don't know where Qin Daoist's immortal realm is"
The withered Elder Demon pondered deeply, but couldn't figure out which sect or faction Qin Sang belonged to.
Qin Sang nonchalantly replied, "Qin is an orphan, living a solitary life with no fixed abode. It's understandable that Daoist friends haven't heard of me. Is only Daoist Ku Rong participating in this year's Hungry Ghost Festival Master Yu and Elder Fan are also on the ship. Qin has long admired them."
Elder Fan is the current head elder of Tiānhào Building, and holds equal standing with Sect Master Yu within the building. The position of Old Demon Kùróng ranks slightly lower than theirs.
"The Sect Master is in a crucial stage of practicing a secret art and is unable to leave his seclusion. The Grand Elder has other important matters to attend to, so he may not have time to go to Jinyu Prefecture."
Kuhong Lao Mo's answer was unexpected.
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Qin Sang and Jiang Mu looked at each other.
They had chatted before and both felt that without the Connate God's intimidation, Heaven-Soaring Tower wouldn't be content to sit idle. Even if they didn't appear themselves, they would definitely secretly stir things up.
Unexpectedly, only a withered and aged Demon King came.
Or could they be hiding in the shadows, already plotting
Qin Sang thought to himself, *That's strange*.
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This year's Hungry Ghost Festival, Mount Shu is closed off. The whereabouts of the two masters from Tiangao Building are unknown. It is unclear whether other immortal sects will create any disturbances.
Jinyumen wants to hold a grand Dharma assembly unprecedented in history, but I'm afraid it will be impossible to achieve its wish.
The withered and old demon, Ku Rong, invited Qin Sang to board his ship for a chat, but Qin Sang politely declined.
The situation is unclear, and he doesn't want to get too close to any sect yet, especially the Tianhao Tower.
He spoke a few words from afar.
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Seeing Qin Sang's indifferent attitude, the withered old demon stopped insisting.
After this little incident, the fleet entered the middle reaches of Zhaoyao Prefecture, turning eastward along the largest tributary of Feiyung River and sailing into Jinyu Prefecture.
The mouth of the Feiyun River tributary is located in Jinyu Prefecture, which is also where Hongcheng, the most prosperous market town in Jinyu Prefecture, is situated. It is controlled by the Jinyumen.
The Hungry Ghost Festival is held in Hongcheng.
It's not common for bandits to raid large merchant guilds in broad daylight, especially those protected by a Yuan Ying cultivator.
Entered the Jade Realm without any trouble.
Before reaching Hóngchéng, one could already feel the influence of the Hungry Ghost Festival. Countless treasure boats lined the river, and all kinds of colorful lights flashed across the sky, some traveling alone, others in groups.
Regardless of one's cultivation level, no one wants to miss this once-in-five-hundred-years grand event.
Five hundred years can cover the lifetime of a Jindan cultivator!
The disciples of Jinyu Gate know that the Immortal Cultivation world is not peaceful. They sent their disciples to patrol and guard along the riverbank, deterring villains. This journey was much calmer than in Zhaoyao Prefecture.
This is a test.
"Elder Qin, we've arrived at Rainbow City."
Someone outside the cabin touched the forbidden seal.
Qin Sang awoke, retracted his divine abilities, and walked out of the cabin. He saw Jiang Mu directing the treasure ship to dock and boarded the highest deck alone. "What a magnificent Rainbow City!"
Feiyun Pass is suspended in the sky.
The Rainbow City was built on a mountain.
On both sides of the estuary, it wasn't a plain, but undulating hills and towering peaks.
These peaks are all utilized, comparable to the celestial stem and earthly branch areas of Feiyunduo. Based on their location and scale, they are divided into different levels and functions.
Between the mountains, countless rainbow bridges connect, some long and some short, crisscrossing each other in a seemingly random fashion yet forming an oddly beautiful landscape.
From afar, the whole city of Rainbow looked like a gigantic rainbow bridge.
The Gate of Mountains and Seas!
There's no need for Qin Sang to worry about the mundane affairs anymore. Disciples from the station will be there to meet him and lead him to the Liu Zhou Tang headquarters. As it happens, it's Gong Xingqing who scared Qin Sang before.
Farewell, Qin Sang. He transformed into a guest elder of the Chamber of Commerce.
Gong Xingqing couldn't forget the feeling of being oppressed by the great cultivator's aura. In front of Qin Sang, he was meek and trembling, nervously introducing the layout of Jinyumen.
The north and south entrances of the harbor have different functions.
The Jiangnan region is inhabited by mortals, wandering cultivators, and some small sects.
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Jiangbei is the core of Hongcheng.
The layout of Mount Jiangbei's main peak is very unusual, Qin Sang suspected that someone had used the supernatural power of moving mountains to arrange it.
With the main peak as the center, the other peaks are arranged in a regular octagonal pattern. As you move outwards, the peaks become progressively shorter.
Both auctions and the Hungry Ghost Festival were held on the main peak, preparations for which had been completed decades ago at Jinyumen. Liuzhou Tang was not ostentatious; its base was located on a hill in the middle of the southwest side of the main peak. The mountain wasn't particularly high or low.
Of course, the Yibao Hui and auctions of Liuzhou Tang are still held near the main peak.
Fly over a rainbow bridge.
Qin Sang was greatly interested in observing the customs and scenery of Jin Yu Prefecture. He inquired about the personnel of Liuzhou Hall and learned that Master Mu and Deputy Master Lei had not yet arrived, and only Deputy Master Jiang You was in Hong City.
Not long after, Qin Sang and Gong Xingqing arrived at the garrison.
Farewell, Jiang You, deputy master of the hall. After some pleasantries, Jiang You spoke about Mu Master's whereabouts, "The master is in the East China Sea, handling a tricky matter."
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"Oh What is the matter that requires Qin to lend a hand"
"It's not a big deal, but it will take some time. The headmaster can handle it personally, otherwise we'd definitely have to ask Elder Qin to come out of seclusion," Jiang You chuckled.
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Qin Sang was, after all, just a guest elder and didn't ask too much. He started talking about the situation in Hongcheng.
A month ago, Master Xingji led several Zen masters to Hongcheng and settled at Jinyu Gate. Yesterday, experts from Bagjing Guan also arrived, with a considerable number of people. However, only Zi Lei Zhenren, a great cultivator, led the team, finding a secluded courtyard on the main peak and rarely going out. Nearly 90% of the famous sects in Zhongyuan have arrived. Apart from Bu Nian Shan sealing the mountain, Tai Yue Men's Yue Ling Tian and Wan Du Shan's Du Wang are still nowhere to be seen.
Jiang You has always been based in Hong City, keeping tabs on the movements of all parties.
Qin Sang seemed thoughtful upon hearing this.
The Hungry Ghost Festival is led by Buddhists, but the ritual is alternately organized by both Buddhist and Taoist practitioners. For the purpose of their own Zhongyuan Festival, the Eight Views always make an effort to appear grand, with at least two high-ranking monks in attendance in the past.
However, True Person Zi Lei was the host of this gathering. His personal presence there meant that no one else could say anything more.
Taiguimen and Wando Mountain are located far away in the Southern Barbarian Two Regions. It's normal to arrive late.
In addition, people from Beihua, Ximo, and Donghai also came to attend the ceremony.
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