pappabearbooks Chapter 733 - 574: Shaking the Ages
Chapter 733 - 574: Shaking the Ages
Cloud-Fishing Elder nodded immediately upon hearing this.He was relatively confident in Qin Ming’s character. Since the other party said it was no problem, he did not ask further about it.
After all, this is an individual fortune. Now that Qin Ming has already gained momentum, his strength and divine techniques are not weaker than those old monsters of the Divinity Transformation Stage, and there’s nothing they can do about him.
Those who can reach this stage all have their secrets.
"By the way, what happened to that ancient demon later?" Qin Ming immediately asked.
Cloud-Fishing Elder pondered for a moment and said, "Originally, we old fellows intended to leave no stone unturned to eliminate this demon, to prevent further calamity upon the Human Realm."
"Unfortunately, this demon had a secret symbol and probably escaped back into the Primordial Extreme Mountain."
Qin Ming, hearing this, seemed thoughtful: "This ancient demon truly is a scourge to the Human Realm."
"When the time is right, I will personally go and resolve it."
Upon hearing Qin Ming’s words, Cloud-Fishing Elder also revealed a smile.
"Fellow Daoist Qin has such a broad mind, truly a blessing for the Human Race! If it weren’t for your intervention, we old folks might not have won this decisive battle."
Qin Ming was unconcerned, as he had promised Venerable Cyan Emperor to thoroughly handle matters within the Primordial Extreme Mountain.
Exterminating this ancient demon of the Divinity Transformation Stage was just a matter of convenience.
He then took a sip of Tea Spirit Tea and said, "Although I am no saint, being a part of the Human Race, when encountering such incidents, if I have the ability, I will naturally contribute a small effort. The rest is up to fate."
"Good! Friend Qin, your words are indeed sensible. I toast to you!" Cloud-Fishing Elder raised his cup, greatly admiring Qin Ming.
After three rounds of wine and numerous tastes of tea,
Cloud-Fishing Elder, apart from exchanging ideas with Qin Ming, had other intentions for this visit.
Thus, with some anticipation, he asked: "I heard Friend Qi say that the damaged Ascension Platform in Luotian Hall has hope of being repaired?"
"Indeed, Fellow Daoist Qi has a good chance of repairing the Ascension Platform, but another portion of Transmission Stone materials needs to be found." Qin Ming nodded.
Cloud-Fishing Elder’s eyes sparkled immediately, a bit excited as he said, "That’s wonderful! Friend Qin, if you need my help, just ask."
"I wonder where you found the Transmission Stone, isn’t it said to exist only in the Spirit Realm?"
When asked about this, Qin Ming immediately recounted the events of the Outer Sea to him.
"Do you remember the Nanming Ancestor of Lihuo Palace, Elder Lu? This person achieved Divinity Transformation thousands of years ago, but... Elder Lu, see for yourself."
Qin Ming, saying this, released the Split Soul of Nanming Ancestor he had confined.
"What? Old Monster Nanming? He’s not dead yet?" Cloud-Fishing Elder exclaimed, surprised.
The next moment.
The Nascent Soul with the Split Soul of Nanming Ancestor appeared before the two.
He glanced at Cloud-Fishing Elder and, with an awkward expression, said, "Old Ghost Lu, long time no see... hehe."
Cloud-Fishing Elder released his Divine Thought to examine him. As a Peak Venerable of Early-stage Divinity Transformation, he saw the problem at a glance.
"Old Monster Nanming, I didn’t expect you were still alive, but your state is quite off, isn’t it? Why is there such a strong demon qi?"
They were both cultivators of the same era and were old acquaintances.
Meeting again in this way inevitably stirred feelings of nostalgia.
Qin Ming immediately explained the reasons to Cloud-Fishing Elder.
"I didn’t expect you to venture into consuming and refining Celestial Demon Qi... that indeed makes it difficult!" Cloud-Fishing Elder also frowned deeply.
However, when he heard that the other half of the Reversed Scale Stele made of Transmission Stone was on this old fellow’s main body, he pondered for a long time and said:
"Let’s do it this way, Old Monster Nanming, since we know each other, hand over the item obediently, and stop scheming. I’ll ask Friend Qin to spare you, and we’ll see if we can resolve the demon qi erosion on you."
"In this way, it can be considered settled, and everyone can be happy."
"Friend Qin’s divine techniques, I’m sure you’ve experienced, and even in my prime, I may not have been his match."
Cloud-Fishing Elder and Nanming Ancestor had deep connections in the past, overcoming hardships together, hence this suggestion.
He was well aware of this old fellow’s little schemes.
Old Monster Nanming was more than eager to agree, nodding quickly: "Such is great, such is great!"
If it weren’t for the sake of being an old acquaintance from the same homeland, he would have been exterminated by Qin Ming in the Outer Sea...
He was all too clear about Qin Ming’s capabilities.
Moreover, if his demon qi could be resolved, he might still return to the Great Jin Lihuo Palace, and even ascend to the Spirit Realm with Cloud-Fishing Elder and them.
The three soon reached a consensus.
Nanming Ancestor also realized that he might still return to the Sect in his lifetime, and couldn’t help but feel emotional on the spot...
It was fortunate to have encountered Qin Ming; otherwise, when he possessed Ascendant Lingtao at Dragonbone Reef and obtained the other half piece, he might have ascended to the Demon Realm through the Ascension Platform in the Demon Ruins, separating man and demon forever...
Yet, at this moment.
From within the Blood Massacre Spiritual Treasure, Qingyang the Old Demon snickered, secretly transmitting, "These two old guys are celebrating too early, aren’t they?"
"Even if the Ascension Platform is repaired, without the Guiding Token, one still cannot safely ascend to the Upper Realm through the Ascension Platform."
"Hmm? How come there’s such a thing?" Qin Ming asked, puzzled.
Qingyang the Old Demon said, "That’s necessary. The spatial distance crossed between the Human Realm and the Spirit Realm is far more distant than that of the Blood Realm, after all, the Spirit Realm is a major realm."
"Even when passing through the Ascension Platform, without the Spirit Realm’s Guiding Token for protection, one would still be affected by Outer Heaven Demons and Void Turbulence, and the risk of perishing remains."
"This is still because the Human Realm and Spirit Realm are relatively close. If it were between other major realms, there would be even more terrifying spatial storms, which are not to be trifled with. Let alone the Divinity Transformation Stage, even cultivators above the Void Refining Stage, if inadvertently caught in it, have only one path: to perish."
Qin Ming was secretly alarmed, not expecting there was such a reason.
"However, since there is an Ascension Platform within Luotian Hall of Primordial Extreme Mountain, it means there must be some Guiding Tokens present too. At that time, with some searching, they could probably be found, but how many exactly is hard to say." Qingyang the Old Demon spoke slowly.
Evidently, even the Cloud-Fishing Elder and the others didn’t know about this, as it had been tens of thousands of years since the last Ascension Cultivator emerged from the Human Realm.
The subsequent Divinity Transformation Cultivators didn’t even know what the Ascension Platform looked like... truly pitiful.
Qin Ming immediately revealed this matter to both of them to avoid a struggle for the Guiding Tokens later, which might harm their harmony.
"What? It requires a Guiding Token?" The Cloud-Fishing Elder and Nanming Ancestor were also confused...
Qin Ming nodded and said, "Indeed, I incidentally discovered it in the records of Luotian Hall. The Guiding Token is equivalent to a pass from the Spirit Realm, allowing one to avoid the impacts from Outer Heaven Demons and Void Turbulence during ascension."
The Cloud-Fishing Elder and Nanming Ancestor hadn’t expected such a twist, but fortunately, it brought a glimmer of hope before their lifespans ended.
After some exchanges, the Cloud-Fishing Elder bid farewell and left.
...
He had just left when two not insignificant presences flew over from the direction of the Beast Roar Mountain Range.
It was Demon Venerable Bai Lin and Master Mu Qing.
They seemed to have picked up some news, both openly and covertly, and besides paying respects to Qin Ming, this human race cultivator capable of slaying a Divinity Transformation, they were also here regarding the Ascension Platform.
As they approached Wangyue Island.
Master Mu Qing, with an indifferent expression, asked Demon Venerable Bai Lin, "That True Monarch Wangyue must have obtained a Spirit Communication Treasure from Primordial Extreme Mountain, otherwise... should we two join forces and pressure that kid to snatch the treasure?"
"With our combined strength, it shouldn’t be difficult to take him down."
Hearing this, Demon Venerable Bai Lin was speechless, "I say, Mu Qing... why are you still like this? Always wanting to snatch, can’t you think it through, if this person didn’t have some true skills, even if he had a Tier Five Spirit Communication Treasure, could he wield its power?"
"I’m afraid this True Monarch Wangyue now, regardless of mana or divine techniques, is no different from us. More importantly, someone at Nascent Soul Great Perfection can freely use divine techniques without the worry of interface backlash like us."
"In a real fight, the outcome is genuinely uncertain."
"Moreover, he might still have other cards up his sleeve. Being able to kill a Divinity Transformation Demon Venerable with Nascent Soul cultivation, is no ordinary individual."
"If you seek death, don’t drag me along."
"Besides, we have a request for him regarding the Ascension Platform matter, which is still unresolved."
Mu Qing: "..."
However, hearing this, Mu Qing felt that Demon Venerable Bai Lin’s words made great sense, and he immediately dismissed the idea.
Demon Venerable Bai Lin didn’t say much more.
After all, the allure of a Spirit Communication Treasure is enormous, so much so that even these Tier Five Demon Venerables and Demonic Cultivators are not immune.
On Wangyue Island.
Qin Ming had already noticed the two approaching, so he already asked the Heaven-Devouring Rat and the others to rekindle incense and brew tea...
This time, Qingyang the Old Demon also said with a peculiar expression, "Didn’t expect it to be those two from Cyan Origin Sect, alas..."
"They’re from your sect, Old Ghost, do you want to come out and see them?" Qin Ming asked.
"Times have changed! How unexpected that the mischievous Qilin Holy Beast from back then now grew into a Tier Five Demon Venerable, and that Mu Qing has reincarnated to Divinity Transformation Realm." Qingyang the Old Demon seemed to reminisce about old memories, sighing, "Then let’s meet, since chances to meet in the future are scarce."
Qin Ming naturally intended to probe this Old Ghost’s secrets, as he was usually tight-lipped.
Regarding his own origin, he never mentioned a word.
Before long.
A wave echoed across the sky over Wangyue Island, rippling like water, then two figures emerged.
"Demon Race Bai Lin and Master Mu Qing, here to visit Fellow Daoist Qin!"
Qin Ming transformed into a cyan streak, appearing before the two, with a slight smile and cupped his hands, "Welcome, esteemed seniors, to my humble abode. Please, let’s converse on the island!"
"Fellow Daoist Qin should call us peers. You’ve reversed the norm with your Nascent Soul, slaying a Divinity Transformation, an unprecedented feat for thousands of years, making us both blush with shame!" Demon Venerable Bai Lin, free and easy by nature, didn’t put on the airs of a Divinity Transformation Venerable.
Even on the zombie-like face of Master Mu Qing, there was a rare smile as he cupped his hands towards Qin Ming, "Fellow Daoist Qin, your reputation precedes you!"
However, in the next moment.
A phantom spirit body floated out from the Blood Massacre, speaking lightly to them,
"How did you two end up in this state? Tsk tsk tsk! Truly miserable..."
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