#1107 - Promotion

The area around the Turbid Slaughter Mound was still littered with white bones and forbidden zones. The temples built around the gaps in the mound were in chaos, collapsing one after another amidst the earth-shattering tremors, creating a scene of utter devastation.

Li Ximing traveled through the void on a ray of light, the wounds on his body still throbbing faintly. He then touched the golden light and carefully sensed it.

'It seems to be some kind of golden baleful energy combined with precious light, tempered with fire... After all, it was once used by a celestial cultivator, so it has some power.'

The pagoda had crushed him miserably, and then there were successive battles. These injuries were not light. After much deliberation, Li Ximing flicked his sleeve and took out a pill from it.

This pill was like a crystal, looking solid and smooth, flashing with an uncertain white light. It was the [Treasure Star Body Divine Pill] obtained from the Southern Township Dao lineage before Wanling Heaven fell!

Li Ximing was always reluctant to use this pill for such injuries, usually relying on the [Lin Light Illumination Pill] and a short period of seclusion. But today, not knowing what troubles lay ahead, he finally hardened his heart and swallowed it in one gulp.

This pill was indeed extraordinary. It melted upon entering his mouth, and a refreshing warm current surged through him. The pain in his Dharma body quickly subsided, and the golden fire scattered and continuously dissipated.

'I don't know which of the Earth Virtues it is, but the effect is truly excellent.'

He breathed a sigh of relief and then sank his spiritual consciousness to secretly look at the [Separated Spirit Other Body] in his sleeve.

The small statue was covered with rough, fine cracks, flashing with a faint golden light, which roughly corresponded to the injuries on his Dharma body. However, this object was not comparable to his supernatural Dharma body. After enduring so many injuries, it already looked somewhat dim.

'This object is extremely effective against Guangchan's many Buddhist cultivation methods, especially resisting three or four percent of them. It can also resolve about one or two percent of physical injuries…'

Overall, the injuries that Li Ximing actually sustained were far from being considered serious, not even as severe as the injuries that Changxiao had left on him in the past. Moreover, Changxiao's methods were much more difficult to heal.

This far exceeded Li Ximing's expectations, and even added a bit of joy to his heart:

'If it weren't for the heavy cost... and its extreme weakness against some special Dao lineages, it would simply be a good treasure.'

What pleased him even more was that as his [Sealed Fate] ended, the connection between this Dharma body and his main body's life was severed, and the top-grade resources contained in the statue's mouth were rapidly transforming into a rolling and abundant spiritual energy, constantly nourishing it!

'The nourishment and repair of the Lunar Moonlight on the Listening Soul Mulberry Wood... has reached a terrifying level.'

Li Ximing even began to suspect that within three days, the [Separated Spirit Other Body] would be completely restored!

'Three days! Not even enough for me to cultivate that finger used for [Sealed Fate]! It's practically the blink of an eye!'

For now, he silently raised his magic power and turned to look at Tinglan. He was about to speak when he saw a heaven-shaking roar erupting in the northern sky. The layers of dark clouds above instantly dissipated, and a strong Earth Virtue aura soared into the sky!

Tinglan and Sima Yuanli both changed color. Tinglan was not very surprised, but more at a loss, while Sima Yuanli was purely astonished, and whispered:

"'Proclaim Earth'!"

This voice immediately alerted Li Ximing. 'Proclaim Earth' was the Earth of the Altars and Sheaves among the two paths of the Altars and Sheaves, not something to be trifled with. He narrowed his eyes and calculated, then asked:

"Great Primal Light Hidden Mountain?"

Tinglan nodded slightly and whispered:

"No orders have been sent. Presumably, it is all within the Grandmaster's arrangements. You and I will first conquer Little Chamber… and then go to support!"

The two immediately understood. Sima Yuanli was somewhat fortunate and replied:

"Fortunately… all the way north, I was still afraid that Guangchan would see that he couldn't return to Great Primal Light Hidden Mountain and would ambush us on the way!"

Li Ximing sighed inwardly. This battle had filled him with unease. He gritted his teeth and said:

"That Mingxiang of the Lotus Temple, and Pijia of the Great Desire Dao, I've also heard of them… Where did Guangchan get such high methods? Just because he's a celestial cultivator who defected?"

Tinglan exhaled and looked at Li Ximing, hesitating:

"Zhao Jing misjudged. Because it was on the lake, he didn't use his full strength… Now that you've let him return to the north, his supernatural powers will be even greater!"

Sima Yuanli sighed deeply. Seeing the unease on Li Ximing's face, he took over the conversation and said:

"He is the master of the Treasure Tooth Golden Ground, the descendant of the predestined relationship of the Victorious Name Exhausting Bright King. He is not comparable to ordinary Buddhist cultivators… If the Spotted Carp hadn't gone south and obtained a great opportunity, it would still be inferior to him!"

Li Ximing recognized the Victorious Name Exhausting Bright King at least. Although there were very few records of him in the south, he estimated that he was also a Dharma Aspect. He frowned and said:

"[Treasure Tooth Golden Ground]? It seems he is one of a kind in the world."

Sima Yuanli shook his head and replied:

"Although I don't understand Buddhist cultivation very well, I know that there is more than one [Golden Ground]. There is also a more famous one, which Daoist friend is more familiar with, called [Qinling Golden Ground]. It has been lost for thousands of years. Relying on the connection, it can still support one or two Compassionate Ones. Now that Compassionate One is still researching it, doing something that is like drawing water with a bamboo basket."

He seemed a little melancholy:

"It's no wonder him… If he could truly independently control a Golden Ground, not be subordinate to anyone, he would also have the possibility of residing above the firmament, high above."

Although Sima Yuanli said that he didn't understand Buddhist cultivation very well, based on Li Ximing's understanding of him and his frequent communication with the north, he was probably the most knowledgeable among them.

Only Tinglan remained silent, seemingly hesitant because of the Proclaim Earth light soaring into the sky in the north, even somewhat absent-minded.

Li Ximing was silent for a moment, but time did not allow him to ask more questions. The tremor of the void gradually became obvious. Tinglan had already taken the lead in breaking through the void and suddenly appeared!

The mountains under their feet were shrouded in layers of golden light. The mountains rose and fell, and a chaotic scene unfolded between the densely packed temples. Many Buddhist cultivators gathered together, looking at the distant soaring light and whispering to each other.

"Who is invading my Little Chamber!"

In an instant, white qi shuttled through the sky, and streams of light converged. A huge white golden body rose in surprise and uncertainty, and a dazzling white light immediately soared into the sky, shaking the void!

Tinglan did not say a word, but only lowered the purple-golden aura-boiling pavilion. With a calm expression, she pinched a hand seal and cast a spell, immediately throwing out the gray-white small pot in her hand, which rippled with the notoriously fierce [Immeasurable Water and Fire].

After a little observation, Li Ximing immediately recognized this Mahākāla:

His words echoed in this Mahākāla's ears. In an instant, the sky was bright, the female water was drooping, and purple qi was drifting. This Mahākāla was instantly stunned, and his heart was filled with terror:

'Three Violet Palaces, two spiritual treasures?!'

Li Ximing, Tinglan, and Qing Hu, he, Yan Bai, truly recognized them all! He also knew about the treasures in their hands and didn't underestimate their power!

Yan Bai wasn't blind to the abnormality of the [Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain]. He had been uneasy for a while, but Da Yang Mountain's demands were too strict this time, so he was observing. Who knew that being slow by one step would immediately lead to being surrounded.

If it were Li Ximing and Qing Hu coming together, Yan Bai might still have a chance to hold on. But with the addition of Tinglan, who wielded [Boundless Water and Fire] and [Purple Seat Mu Ling Pavilion], he wouldn't need to shed blood and sweat for Da Yang Mountain!

'Where is Guang Chan?'

A trace of gloom flashed in his eyes:

'That fellow is indeed unreliable! He entered the eyes of the master relying on his legacy, but I see a lot of dissent in him! Now, who knows where he is...'

The immortal cultivators were already in front of him, leaving him no time to think. The huge golden body trembled, reflecting countless golden and white lights. This Yan Bai was not incompetent either. The golden body continued to expand, and four lotus seed-like marks appeared on his smooth forehead.

'Dharma Realm Light Vehicle Great Art!'

Instantly, the earth shook and mountains trembled. Heavy, white jade-like light gushed out from the four marks, converging and interweaving, actually creating countless illusions on the flat ground, as if in the land of Buddha, confronting the Purple Pavilion in the sky, not at all inferior.

Sima Yuanli couldn't tell if he really wanted to defend or retreat. He drove his divine power and descended, frowning and gritting his teeth:

'If he really defends this place to the death, it might not be easy to take down. And Guang Chan and others are probably already at the Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain, wouldn't that ruin things!'

In just a few breaths, the pouring purple energy had collided with the golden-white Dharma body countless times. Li Ximing, on the other hand, was behind the two, silently condensing [Emperor Qi Light], secretly smiling in his heart:

'The tables have turned, and it's finally our turn to besiege Buddhist cultivators!'

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But as soon as this wonderful illusion appeared in the sky, a fiery red light swept across, like the sun falling into the sea, exploding into a golden storm. The white giant was caught off guard and let out a long wail:

"Awoo..."

Only then did they see layers of flames above their heads. The thick, cloud-like flames condensed into a huge pillar of light reaching the sky, with seventy-two fiery light patterns coiling around it. A middle-aged man in golden clothes stood with his hands behind his back, tall and with indifferent eyes.

It was actually True Man Tian Que of the Golden Feather Sect!

This True Man rarely took action these days. At this moment, he stood in the air riding the flames, quietly holding a golden ring in his hand, his expression calm, but it made Yan Bai below look ugly. After being stunned for a long time, he opened his mouth and said:

"Zhao of Shu made an agreement that there would be no伐 between the Huai River. Since the Golden Feather Sect follows the orders of Shu, how can it specialize in heading east!"

Perhaps feeling that Western Shu had broken its promise, he said this very clearly, but it made Li Ximing suddenly raise his head, and Tinglan narrowed her eyes slightly, both feeling strange in their hearts:

'Zhao of Shu made an agreement that there would be no伐 between the Huai River...'

True Man Tian Que didn't show any strangeness. As a figure of the Golden One lineage, not only did he look down on Yan Bai and other Dharma Realm figures, but his strength was also enough to put Yan Bai to death. Standing with his hands behind his back, he said indifferently:

"Release the Dharma body and accept this divine power... or I will send you back to the land of Buddha."

Yan Bai stared at him intently. This Maha was not stupid. In an instant, he had already understood, and several large characters flashed through his mind like lightning:

"Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the huge profound pillar in the sky had suddenly fallen, smashing into the heavy white light. The huge sound of mountains collapsing and the ground cracking instantly resounded through the night sky, and circles of exploding flames rippled out.

"Boom!"

The originally majestic and awe-inspiring huge white-gold Dharma body instantly collapsed, and rolling glazed tiles and sand fell down. A white light, like a bird with broken wings, staggered and ran towards the north. True Man Tian Que didn't hesitate at all, his eyes swept towards the three of them, and said:

"Tinglan guards this mountain. You two follow me to the [Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain]."

Hearing these five words, Li Ximing's heart was already pounding:

'It really is the [Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain]!'

How could Yang Ruiyi get the support of the Golden Feather Sect? He must be at the [Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain]! Back then, for the sake of Wanling Heaven, the Golden Feather Sect had to sacrifice its subordinate dog, the Tang Gold Gate, turning Tang Knife Mountain into a place of Yuan Magnetism. Now that Wanling Heaven has fallen, how could this Taiyuan True Monarch let the thorn in his side in the Huai River region go unpunished?

As long as Yang Ruiyi is going to dissolve the Yuan Magnetism, then the Golden One lineage will definitely support him with all its strength!

'Letting Yan Bai suffer that divine power is to prevent him from coming back to attack Xiaoshi or aid the [Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain] in a short time! It's just a sentence, and these True Men and Mahas have already understood the stakes.'

Most of his doubts were suddenly relieved at this moment, leaving only a few points of confusion in the details. Sima Yuanli exchanged a glance with him, obviously realizing the same thing, and immediately followed the True Man, smiling:

"It seems that the General is solving the Golden One's predicament!"

Once the situation reversed, Sima Yuanli immediately seemed diligent. Where would he still call it the Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain? He whispered a reminder:

"With the Great True Man here, the situation at Tang Knife Mountain is already set, but Qi Lanyan has a lot of people in his hands, so we still have to worry about ruining the Golden One's great cause!"

Tian Que was still polite to the two, shaking his head slightly and rushing forward, softly saying:

"Upon seeing the 'Proclaimed Earth,' Qi Lanyan will not come. After all, he was born in Zhi Xuan and is well-read in the classics, knowing what will happen in the mountains."

Sima Yuanli seemed thoughtful. Tian Que turned to look at Li Ximing, his body shining with flames, raised his eyebrows and said:

"Change is in metal, called Geng; in wood, called Geng; in water, called Lu; in fire, called Hong; in earth, called Xuan. Xuan means do not let it be blocked and stagnant at the bottom of the marsh, but let the earth and stones rise and transform. Let the metal come out of the evil, and the evil bid farewell in the earth, deconstructing Yuan Magnetism, the merit is greatest."

"Since Yang Ruiyi landed with the 'Proclaimed Earth,' my Dao naturally has no reason not to help. Otherwise, waiting for the Buddhist cultivators to return and interrupt the Proclaimed Earth from rising and transforming, and the autumn dew falling on the [Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain], the Yuan Magnetism will regenerate, and it will become a stubborn disease."

His eyes were deep, and he didn't seem to have much joy in removing a stubborn disease from his heart. Li Ximing understood and gradually had a look of contemplation, remaining silent for a long time:

'Qi Lanyan, Yang Ruiyi, and even Tian Que, each takes what he needs. This battle of the North and South, calculates the Buddhist cultivators of Da Yang Mountain! What needs to be resolved is the Yuan Magnetism of the Great Yuan Light Hidden Mountain!'

He glanced at Tian Que, and his heart gradually became suspicious:

'But the earliest... could it really be calculated like this? I'm afraid each of them has different intentions. It was Yang Ruiyi who pushed the situation to the current situation, and all parties took advantage of the situation to enter, letting Da Yang Mountain, whose minds are not aligned and who does not have the support of a master in Jiangbei and Huai River region, suffer completely!'