520: Chapter 530 Which way to go?

Was he... was he killed?

Although there were no signs, everyone thought of this.

If that person were still alive, he would never tolerate being fostered in another person's Spirit Treasure like such an insult.

Since he hasn't come out yet, it can only mean that something happened to him.

Ah, this...

Is True Lord Qingxu really that fierce?

For a moment, several Nascent Soul True Monarchs, who had long since trained their states of mind to remain calm even if the sky collapsed, didn't know what to say.

The contrast was simply too great.

True Lord Qingxu had always given people the impression of being relaxed and natural, rarely engaging in fights, which perfectly fit his persona of Yin and Yang complementing each other and maintaining balance.

Perhaps this is a common problem for those who Cultivate the Yin-Yang Law.

But now, it was a different story; he didn't act often, but when he did, it was earth-shattering.

"I really underestimated you."

One couldn't tell the emotion in the Soul-Devouring Demon Lord's voice, but everyone present knew that he was extremely displeased right now.

It made sense; he had originally planned to backstab True Lord Qingxu, even if it didn't cut off his dao attainment, he wanted to knock him down to the bottom of the valley where he couldn't recover.

As a result, the other party countered and resolved this crisis, and looking at his posture, his Origin hadn't been consumed much, or perhaps not at all.

Eh, how could there be no consumption?

Could it be that True Lord Qingxu swallowed that guy's Origin?

Hiss—

No wonder it took so long; I thought they were evenly matched.

I fear he just crushed him right from the start, and then spent the rest of the time secretly refining that person's Origin.

After a bout of speculation, the several True Monarchs were extremely envious.

That was a Nascent Soul Origin, which was absolutely an indispensable supplement for a True Monarch.

Although it didn't increase dao attainment much, a strong Origin meant a more solid Foundation, making it easier to comprehend Laws, and it could even directly influence the future path to Soul Transformation.

The most critical thing is that the fault tolerance rate is high; when fighting others, one's capital is naturally more abundant than others.

Simply put, it's a pay-to-win playstyle; you can just outlast them to death.

For a moment, several True Monarchs regretted letting True Lord Qingxu go.

If they had known that person was so easy to deal with, they should have acted first.

With their strength, it would certainly have been easier, but in the end, they just let True Lord Qingxu benefit for nothing.

Trash!

This was their assessment of that newly promoted Nascent Soul.

They had thought he was someone with great Luck, who had successfully broken through to the Nascent Soul Realm against the trend, but he was killed before his Nascent Soul was even warm.

"Forget it, this is a good thing after all, let's go see him too."

True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi spoke up at this moment, and the other True Monarchs understood what he meant.

It wasn't that True Lord Qingxu winning was a good thing, but that with one less Nascent Soul, there was one less person competing for food.

For these Nascent Soul True Monarchs, this was indeed a good thing.

Therefore, no one refuted.

Actually, refuting was useless; things had reached this point, and it was too late to regret.

Moreover, through this battle, True Lord Qingxu proved that his dao attainment had not been damaged too much because of Qingwei Heaven.

On the contrary, it was very likely that he was playing dumb from the beginning, wanting to backstab them.

"Hypocritical."

"Old backstabber!"

"As expected, there is nothing good about those who Cultivate the Yin and Yang Dao."

Several people complained internally, but they all set off one after another, tearing through the Void Realm and leaving.

...

On the other side, Lu Ming waited and waited, but no one came. Just as he was getting impatient, he finally noticed something strange in the Void Realm before him, and his eyes narrowed.

"They're here."

Just as this thought arose, the Void Realm before him suddenly split open, and several figures stepped out from it.

The person in the lead was surrounded by purple light, with a ring of thunder patterns behind his head. He walked with the stride of a dragon and a tiger, and with every step he took, tiny arcs of lightning exploded beneath his feet.

Zixiao Grotto-Heaven, True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei.

Lu Ming had seen this face in Yin Leici's memory; now that the person was in front of him, the pressure was more than ten times stronger than in the memory.

Following closely behind was a man wearing a five-clawed dragon robe and a flat-topped crown. His face was handsome but carried an awe-inspiring majesty, and he was surrounded by the imperial pressure of one whose words become Law.

Although Lu Ming had never seen this person, he could guess that this was likely the master of the Yujing Dao Court—True Monarch Yuji Sitian.

Looking at this posture, he indeed had the demeanor of a true Son of Heaven.

Lu Ming specifically took a few extra looks; this was the unlucky guy who had been framed by the Soul-Devouring Demon Lord.

However, Lu Ming didn't intend to say anything; it was none of his business.

On the other side, a demonic figure walked over gracefully. Their face was indistinguishable between male and female, and they were surrounded by the colorful light of the Seven Emotions and Six Desires, as if every step they took was treading on the tip of one's heart.

Six Desires Heavenly Demon Lord; Lu Ming had long since figured out his background from Hua Nongying's memory.

There was also a silent figure whose aura was complex yet integrated; this was Demon Lord Hunyuan, the master of the Hunyuan Demon Cave.

At this moment, a cold aura spread from the Void Realm.

The Soul-Devouring Demon Lord walked out from the rift. His body was surging with Devilish Qi, and his face could not be seen, only a pair of deep eyes flickering in the darkness.

He appeared so mighty with demonic power, domineering and sharp.

To this, Lu Ming only sneered in his heart.

Finally saw the real person; so you are the dog who bullied the small with the big, casting a descent body into the Secret Realm to bully the weak?

Shameless!

The last figure walked out from the Void Realm, with white hair like snow, an ancient face, and surrounded by the Profound Yellow Qi; it was True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi.

While Lu Ming was observing them, they were also observing him.

No, it should be said "Taishu Yichen".

Looking closely, he was indeed full of spirit, not looking like he was just holding on.

It seemed the guess was correct; this Nascent Soul Origin had not only not been consumed but had actually greatly improved.

Thinking of this, the several people felt another wave of regret.

In the end, True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi spoke up, breaking the heavy atmosphere.

"Fellow Daoist Qingxu, I wonder what happened to that Fellow Daoist?"

The several people looked over one after another, full of inquiry.

After all, they hadn't heard it with their own ears, and speculation was speculation.

"Naturally, he is dead!"

To this, Lu Ming just flicked his whisk, his tone light and breezy, as if he were talking about a trivial matter.

But in the eyes of others, they felt that True Lord Qingxu was showing off, and their expressions were all a bit strange.

However, although they felt this was not True Lord Qingxu's usual low-key style, what could they do?

Who told him to actually kill a Nascent Soul True Monarch!

Showing off a bit seems reasonable!

"Brother, your immortal arts are profound, and your future Dao is promising!"

At this time, True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei smiled and cupped his hands to congratulate him, but then his face showed a hesitant expression.

Lu Ming took in the other person's expression, sneering in his heart.

He knew his intentions too well.

Calling him Fellow Daoist, but full of calculations in his heart.

Want the Nascent Soul Origin? Heh!

So Lu Ming flicked his whisk, pretending not to understand.

"Brother..."

Seeing that True Lord Qingxu didn't understand his meaning at all, True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei finally couldn't help but speak.

"I wonder how that person's Nascent Soul Origin was handled after he fell?"

But as soon as this was said, everyone present had strange looks in their eyes.

Good fellow, is he that straightforward?

However, they were also curious; after all, that was a Nascent Soul Origin, who wouldn't want it?

Therefore, everyone shifted their gaze to Lu Ming again.

Although this was just a phantom, Lu Ming still felt the pressure from these people.

But before he could say anything, True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei continued, his tone full of respect.

"I know you have always been magnanimous and never compete with others, but since that person has been executed, the Origin is of no great use in your hands, why not take it out..."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the people present, and ultimately did not say anything about keeping it for himself.

"Let us study it together; it can be considered not a waste of that person's time in this world."

To this, Lu Ming almost laughed out loud.

Magnanimous? Never compete with others?

What kind of pushover persona is this Taishu Yichen?

But what does Taishu Yichen have to do with me, Lu Ming?

As for that person's Origin...

Damn it, there is no such thing at all, unless I dig myself out.

Otherwise, taking out Taishu Yichen's Origin would definitely give the game away.

Besides, that was obtained by my own ability; why should I hand it over?

So he turned his gaze to True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei, a faint, mocking smile curling at the corner of his mouth.

"Fellow Daoist Chiyan, that is wrong." His voice was not heavy, but it clearly reached everyone's ears.

"I met that Fellow Daoist and felt like we were old friends at first sight, regretting not meeting sooner. We discussed the Dao together, and eventually, that Fellow Daoist was moved by my heart for the Dao and voluntarily gifted me his Nascent Soul Origin to help my immortal path.

Sigh, although I view these worldly things as dirt, it is a gesture from a good friend, so it is not appropriate to hand it over to outsiders!"

Hearing this, the corners of everyone's mouths twitched.

When did this guy become so shameless?

What "old friends at first sight," "voluntarily gifted"—just listen to it for what it's worth.

I fear he ripped that person's heart and lungs out and hacked him into pieces!

But before they could say anything, Lu Ming continued.

"Besides, I have already refined the Origin."

As soon as this was said, everyone present changed color.

True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei's smile froze on his face.

What? Already refined?

Then why are you here talking nonsense!

True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei was cursing Lu Ming in his heart.

"Why, Fellow Daoist Chiyan, do you have any other advice?"

Lu Ming's tone remained flat, but anyone could hear the coldness in it.

"No... nothing."

True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei had to shut his mouth disappointedly.

Actually, in terms of real strength, the current True Lord Qingxu probably couldn't compare to him.

But who told this guy to have just slaughtered a Nascent Soul True Monarch? This is when his deterrent power is at its greatest.

Even True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei didn't want to offend him.

However, he was muttering in his heart.

"When did this person become so difficult to talk to?"

Taishu Yichen wasn't like this before.

And those who saw that True Lord Qingxu was not right were True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi and the Soul-Devouring Demon Lord.

Seemingly having a feeling, the two looked at each other and saw a trace of doubt in each other's eyes.

It wasn't a doubt about Lu Ming's identity, but a confusion about the changes in "Taishu Yichen".

The former Taishu Yichen was humble, low-key, and didn't fight or compete. Although he couldn't be called a pushover, he would definitely not be so sharp-edged.

But what's wrong with him today?

The two released their Divine Sense quietly, probing towards Lu Ming.

However, before the Divine Sense could get close, it was bounced back by an extremely pure Yin-Yang dao rhyme.

That Yin-Yang power was thick, long-lasting, and upright and peaceful.

At this moment, the two withdrew their Divine Sense, and the doubts in their hearts vanished for the most part.

That was True Lord Qingxu's Yin-Yang Law; it couldn't be fake.

With this level of Law dao rhyme, apart from Taishu Yichen, no one else in the entire Profound Spirit Domain could possess it.

As for why his temperament changed drastically...

True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi suddenly looked at the Soul-Devouring Demon Lord.

Being backstabbed and almost falling into a big pit—anyone's temperament would change.

True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi understood; no wonder True Lord Qingxu was so impolite to True Monarch Chiyan Yinglei, and didn't even give them a good look either.

This is "once bitten by a snake, ten years afraid of the well rope"; he was scared by being cheated.

The Soul-Devouring Demon Lord felt True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi's gaze, his face unchanged, but he was somewhat displeased in his heart.

Although he was not sure if this change in True Lord Qingxu would be counted against him.

But he wasn't panicked at all!

So what if he holds a grudge against him?

Even at his Peak, True Lord Qingxu wouldn't dare to challenge him. Now that Qingwei Grotto-Heaven is severely damaged and True Lord Qingxu has fallen in Realm, what can he do to him?

So the Soul-Devouring Demon Lord snorted coldly, said nothing, turned around, tore the Void Realm, and disappeared into the rift.

Others saw there was nothing to say; they appeared actually for that Nascent Soul Origin. Now that there was no benefit and no excitement to watch, they all left one after another, returning to their own homes.

But True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi did not forget to give Lu Ming one more word of advice before leaving.

"Fellow Daoist, someone breaking through to the Nascent Soul Realm during this time period is not in accordance with the Heavenly timing, does not carry the Earth's virtue, and violates the norms. I fear the future may not be peaceful; it is better to make some preparations early."

After speaking, True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi also stepped into the Void Realm without looking back.

After the Void Realm rift closed, this place returned to silence.

Lu Ming stood with his hands behind his back, looking at the healing sky, his mind full of thoughts.

What did he mean by that?

What "not in accordance with Heavenly timing, does not carry Earth's virtue, violates norms"—can't he speak more clearly? Why make it so mysterious?

Riddlers really deserve to die!

Lu Ming complained internally, but he couldn't ask at that time.

He didn't know if the real True Lord Qingxu knew what this meant.

If he spoke randomly and exposed himself, it would be a loss that outweighs the gain.

However, looking at True Monarch Taixuan Huangshi's meaning, Lu Ming also had some guesses.

Is this saying that the new Nascent Soul shouldn't have been born? Or that the timing of its appearance was wrong?

But why?

He didn't feel anything unusual when he broke through. Although he was a bit targeted by the Heavenly Dao, isn't It the same for everyone?

Can't figure it out, really can't figure it out.

"Forget it, I still need to find a way to dig out Taishu Yichen's memory, otherwise I won't know when I step into a pit."

Lu Ming pondered in his heart, starting to figure out how to get the human emperor banner.

This matter is definitely not that easy. The space where the Clone is located is a piece of spacetime history that has been cut off; trying to break through from the outside is simply impossible.

Otherwise, the Soul-Devouring Demon Lord wouldn't have gone through the trouble of casting a descent body and honestly following the regular procedure to enter.

Therefore, one must find a way from the inside.

Fortunately, because of the golden book, the connection between Lu Ming and the Clone was not interrupted, so there was some possibility of operation.

However, these still need preparation and planning.

"Why not return to Qingwei Grotto-Heaven first, take stock of resources, or improve cultivation; that way, I'll be more confident... wait, that's not right!"

Wait a minute!

Lu Ming suddenly realized the most critical problem.

Damn it, how do I go to Qingwei Grotto-Heaven!