Don't let Yu Ding take on any more disciples.

Chapter 177 The First of the Twelve Golden Immortals

Looking at Longji, who was acting like a fox borrowing the tiger's power...

Yu Ding pondered, wondering what Long Ji's expression would be when he found out that his master was just a "paper tiger." It must be quite a sight.

He had already fought with Bi Fang, and to be honest, in terms of cultivation level... Bi Fang's strength was indeed superior to his.

He was able to withstand so many moves because, firstly, Bifang dared not reveal his true form, and secondly, he benefited from the Purple Ribbon Immortal Robe.

Because Bifang is a fierce bird of fire, during the time of the Demon Court, he was a fierce god symbolizing disaster and fire calamity.

Coincidentally, the purple immortal robe he wore perfectly defended against the fire-based divine power.

However, in this primordial world, cultivation is only the foundation. Even if your realm is high, if your supernatural powers and magical treasures are inferior to your opponent's, you will still suffer a bitter end.

Then Yu Ding looked at the few helpers he had hailed and was somewhat surprised.

He naturally sought out people he had a good relationship with, namely the Jade Void F4. To his surprise, one of the members, Qingxu Moral True Lord, did not come, but Yun Zhongzi did.

Or perhaps they're on their way?

Perhaps, this is the most suitable lineup for F4... Yu Ding thought to himself.

After getting to know him, he discovered that, compared to Qingxu Daode Zhenjun, Yun Zhongzi, although not one of the Twelve Golden Immortals of Yuxu, was quite outstanding in terms of character and morality.

When I was with him, he expressed his concern that a great calamity would befall the gods and bring disaster to all living beings.

Furthermore, before the great calamity, the Chan Sect had essentially chosen Xiqi.

As a Golden Immortal of the Chan Sect, daring to offer a sword to Emperor Xin at the beginning of the Investiture of the Gods in order to slay the Nine-Tailed Fox, delay the fate of the Shang Dynasty, and prevent the calamity from bringing disaster to all living beings... such a thing is not something that everyone dares to do.

Looking at the entire Investiture of the Gods... he was the only one among the immortals of the Chan Sect.

It should be noted that the waters behind this catastrophe run very deep, involving a power struggle among many influential figures…

To be honest, in the eyes of those big shots, even powerful beings and Golden Immortals are nothing more than pawns.

The nine-tailed fox was appointed by the goddess Nuwa, and given that goddess's personality, Yun Zhongzi's actions... could easily bring him trouble.

Of course, this junior also has some tricks up his sleeve, like copying other people's methods and having a little quirk of conducting human experiments...

"Jade... Jade Cauldron Immortal..."

Bifang looked at the jade cauldron blocking his southern direction, then at Yang Jian and Long Ji, and suddenly exclaimed in shock, "Master?"

More than Longji's master's identity, he was more concerned about Yang Jian's call to Yu Ding just now.

Yang Jian's master... was actually Yu Ding Zhenren?

Even an ancient demon god like him was filled with shock and turmoil upon learning this news.

Yang Jian needs no introduction. He is a peerless genius who has emerged in the last thousand years. Many years ago, he split a mountain to save his mother. For his mother's sake, he fought against the Heavenly Court and forced the Heavenly Court to submit.

Don't argue!

Such a lame excuse as "perfecting the heavenly laws and being filial to Heaven and Earth" is acceptable to ordinary living beings.

To discerning people, this was a sign that Heaven had bowed its head.

A single celestial being pushed the Heavenly Court to that extent...

Although the pressure from the Chan Sect played a part, it also greatly boosted the confidence of the remnants of the Demon Court in restoring their former glory.

This is enough to show just how useless the Heavenly Court is now.

If it weren't for the Heavenly Emperor's presence, the remnants of their demonic court would have dared to attack the Heavenly Court right now.

After Yang Jian wreaked havoc in the Heavenly Palace, many people began to wonder what kind of master could have taught such an extraordinary disciple as Yang Jian.

Yes, this became the second unsolved mystery of the primordial era...

The discussion has reached a point where everyone realizes something is amiss, because the number one unsolved mystery on this list is the Great Demon King of Meishan, and who Yuan Hong's master was.

However, compared to Yuan Hong, the range of Yang Jian's masters is easier to determine, because Yang Jian's master was an immortal of the Chan Sect.

Then, when they actually traced the source, they discovered that Yang Jian had been trained in just ten years...

Ten years to produce a celestial being... How the hell is that possible?

But the facts were undeniable, leaving them no choice but to believe them, so the remnants of the Demon Court also began to continue their discussions and analyses.

To accomplish something so nearly impossible... even a powerful being among the Golden Immortals would probably struggle!

Therefore, we can basically rule out experts below the level of Great Luo Golden Immortal.

The Chan Sect doesn't have many Great Luo Golden Immortals; there are only two: the Vice Sect Leader Randeng and the Antarctic Immortal. Above them is the Sage Sect Leader.

Therefore... some of them speculated that Yang Jian might be a disciple secretly taught by the Heavenly Venerable Master of the Chan Sect!
But today Bi Fang realized that he was wrong; these deductions were wildly inaccurate.

Yang Jian's master... was actually Yu Ding Zhenren.

“Wrong, wrong…” Bi Fang murmured.

Yu Ding asked, "What's wrong?"

Bi Fang stared at the jade cauldron, the shock in his eyes still evident.

Previously, Yu Ding Zhenren was relatively low-key among the Twelve Golden Immortals, and his reputation was not prominent, unlike Guang Chengzi and others.

Who would have thought that he would secretly train such a talented apprentice?

Thinking of this, Bi Fang's eyes suddenly flashed, and the shock in his eyes intensified.

He realized a crucial point...

As we all know, only a great master can teach an outstanding disciple; this is called "a great teacher produces a great student".

The disciples personally taught by the Sage Heavenly Venerable are either Great Luo Immortals or Great Powers, or at the very least Golden Immortals. I have never heard of any disciples worse than that.

If the disciples he has taught are already so powerful, then how strong must this Jade Cauldron Immortal be?

Has he already reached the realm of the Great Luo or achieved the Great Luo Dao Fruit?
If we follow this line of reasoning, then Master Yuding's strength is very likely to be...

The number one among the Twelve Golden Immortals!
Bi Fang looked at the jade cauldron that he had labeled as the number one of the Twelve Golden Immortals, and his body trembled slightly.

Huanglong Zhenren, Taiyi Zhenren, Yun Zhongzi... each of these three is no less than him.

Now that the number one among the Twelve Golden Immortals has been added to the mix, is there any chance he can escape?
Bi Fang felt as if he had fallen into an ice cellar, and for a moment he couldn't even muster the thought of resisting... This situation was just too hopeless.

How can he possibly run away in such a situation?
"Master, he just said that you are not worth mentioning!"

Longji seized the opportunity to say, "He even wants to kidnap my disciple, how terrifying..."

"Speak properly, you have so many senior uncles here!"

"What about the Empress route I planned for you..." Yu Ding glared at Long Ji, then looked at Bi Fang and said, "Oh, really?"

These words sound familiar... Bi Fang's heart skipped a beat, but with Yu Ding staring at him, he could only think of an excuse.

Longji also resumed his serious demeanor, clasped his hands in greeting, and said, "Please, my senior uncles, help me make the decision."

"Hahaha, my junior brother and his disciples get along very well. I'm quite envious of this friendship!" Huang Long stroked his beard and laughed heartily.

Yun Zhongzi also looked at Yu Dinglongji, smiled, and nodded slightly.

"Senior brother is so envious, why don't you take on a disciple too?" Yu Ding glanced at him.

Upon hearing this, Huang Long immediately gave a dry laugh: "Forget about that. It's too much trouble and effort for believers. I'm fine on my own."

"The Demon Court has fallen, so you should all find a place to stay quietly."

Taiyi's gaze turned cold as he stared at Bifang, pointing at him with his finger: "You dare to kidnap my Yuxu Sect disciples this time! You have some nerve!"

Master Taiyi is so domineering...

Longji, standing to the side, was somewhat surprised. Who would have thought that his master, Taiyi, who was usually gentle and refined with a smile that made people feel like they were bathed in a spring breeze, would have such a domineering side!
Immediately, her eyes sparkled – she had learned something!
His words immediately made Yu Ding, Yun Zhongzi, and Huang Long stop laughing and stare at Bi Fang seriously.

“Can I say… that this is all a misunderstanding?” Bi Fang said bitterly.

Yu Ding glanced at him: "No!"

He raised his hand and formed a sword incantation, and a chilling immortal sword appeared in his hand.

The Immortal-Slaying Sword!
"If you cannot give me a convincing reason, don't blame me for being unreasonable under my Immortal-Slaying Sword," Yu Ding said coldly.

"May you be blessed—Boundless Heavenly Venerable!" Taiyi flicked his whisk and chanted a Daoist incantation. Huanglong and Yunzhongzi exchanged a glance, and their terrifying auras at the level of great powers erupted instantly.

"..."

Bi Fang glanced around at the four people surrounding him, his eyes darting around... He was now powerless to defend himself.

But if the other party makes a move, he will never sit idly by and expose the remnants of the Demon Court behind him.

It should be noted that the war between the Lich King and the Demon King was earth-shattering, resulting in the deaths of countless powerful figures from the Demon Court, but some strong individuals also survived.

Unfortunately, these ancient demon clans were basically a disorganized mess, scattered and fragmented.

Only a few demon gods, including him, were willing to pledge allegiance and fight to restore the former glory of the demon race.

Some of the older generation who were lucky enough to survive have not made any statement.

When their young master went to see them, he only gave a vague answer. What's most infuriating is that Bai Ze simply avoided seeing them altogether.

After all, in their eyes, although this young master was not weak, he was still far inferior to his father and uncles.

Out of the corner of his eye, he sensed the four people and saw that Taiyi, Huanglong, and Yunzhongzi were surrounded by immortal power, their auras of great power ready to be unleashed.

On the contrary, the Jade Cauldron Immortal in the south, although his sword aura was rising and increasing,
But none of them were as profound and imposing as those three, putting him under as much pressure.

However, at this moment, the seven words "Number One of the Twelve Golden Immortals" on Yu Ding's body shone brightly in his eyes, making the pressure he felt from the other three people even greater.

Now that all four directions are occupied, he must choose one direction to break through.

Bi Fang's eyes flashed as he selected his opponents, and the aura of a demon god surged from his body as he clashed with Huang Long, Taiyi, and Yun Zhongzi.

boom!
Several energies collided to form a tornado that shot into the sky, howling high above and shaking the galaxy.

"My fellow disciples, lend me a hand and take him down!"

At this moment, Yu Ding shouted, "I'll cover their retreat and prevent him from escaping."

Huanglong, Taiyi, and Yunzhongzi nodded in unison, each pointing their whisks, releasing three surging streams of magical power that merged into one.

Boom!

The immense magical power, as vast as mountains and seas, pressed down upon Bifang.

"You've gone too far... I'll fight you to the death... Screech!"

Under immense pressure, Bifang gritted his teeth, his bird form appearing and disappearing. The next moment, he transformed into his true form, his body engulfed in eerie crimson demonic fire. With a flap of his wings, he broke through the magical suppression of Huanglong and the other two with a thunderous roar and soared into the sky.

"This wretched child is going to fight to the death."

Taiyi's eyes flashed, and he was about to give chase.

"Where to go!"

Unexpectedly, just as the Bifang Firebird, engulfed in flames, took flight, a flash of silver light appeared in the sky, and Yang Jian appeared to block its path. At the same time, a blinding divine light fell upon the Bifang.

boom……

Bifang let out a miserable scream as its massive body was struck down from the sky by the silver light.

"Yang Jian, well done!"

Huang Long was overjoyed, saying he hadn't even noticed when Yang Jian had gone up there.

Yang Jian smiled and glanced at the jade cauldron, then looked down.

Yu Ding sent him to guard the top as a surprise force, but what if Bi Fang runs down... then who will Master assign to guard it?

"Mist and Dew Universe Network!" someone shouted beside the jade cauldron.

"Yes!"

Longji nodded, pointed to the sky, and a point of shimmering blue light instantly grew larger, swirling with watery light and transforming into a large, azure net.

Yu Ding laughed and said, "Brothers, pour your magic power into the Qiankun Net. This treasure is just right to restrain this wicked creature!"

"Great!"

Taiyi, Huanglong, and Yunzhongzi formed hand seals, unleashing their magical power into a net that instantly expanded countless times, binding Bifang tightly.

Chi Chi Chi!
Bi Fang struggled fiercely, his demonic fire burning fiercely, but as soon as he came into contact with the Qiankun Net, it was like ordinary fire meeting water, extinguished in a burst of pungent white smoke.

"What a wonderful Mist and Dew Universe Net! True water can overcome demonic fire! Absolutely wonderful!" Taiyi laughed heartily.

Longji made hand seals and chanted incantations, manipulating the Qiankun Net to shrink continuously until it was only the size of a person. Bifang had no choice but to transform into human form again.

However, he was in a sorry state at the moment, with blood trickling from the corner of his mouth, his gorgeous clothes tattered, and he had no trace of the demeanor of a demon god. His eyes were filled with despair.

Whoosh whoosh whoosh... At that moment, Yu Ding made a hand seal, and several streams of light quickly moved forward and attached themselves to Bi Fang's forehead, chest, and abdomen, taking control of Bi Fang's upper, middle, and lower dantian.

Bi Fang was both shocked and furious, as these talismans had sealed his primordial spirit and magical power.

"Master, let me do the rest of the work!"

Then, as Yu Ding was about to continue tidying up, suddenly, a three-pointed double-edged knife appeared from the side.

puff!puff!
Before Bi Fang could react, a flash of silver light appeared, and two bloody holes appeared on his shoulder.

"Hiss...you brat...I'm going to tear you apart."

Bi Fang gasped and cursed loudly. He clearly saw Yang Jian stab him twice with his three-pointed double-edged sword.

The pain he hadn't felt in so long fueled his rage.

This is also because his magic power was sealed, his protective divine light was broken, and his defense was greatly reduced; otherwise, how could this be the case?
But that wasn't all; then Bifang's eyelids twitched...

With a wave of his hand, Yang Jian sent out two divine chains made of divine metal, which pierced through his shoulder blades.

Seeing Yang Jian's actions, Yu Ding stepped aside and watched with a smile.

I must say, my apprentice's technique is quite skillful. He must have practiced diligently after being taught by me, and he's becoming more and more steady and thorough in his work.

And all of this... isn't it all thanks to a good mentor guiding him?
Huanglong, Taiyi, Yunzhongzi, and Longji exchanged glances upon seeing this scene.

The three people other than Longji immediately saw through Yang Jian's intentions, but they still couldn't help but marvel at Yang Jian's awareness.

"Good lad, you hit the bullseye on the first strike!" Huang Long exclaimed.

Yang Jian smiled slightly: "The more demons and monsters you catch, the more skilled you become."

"Thank you very much, senior uncles and senior masters. This matter is finally resolved."

Longji stared at the exhausted Bifang and asked, "What should we do with this monster?"

Taiyi glanced at the jade cauldron: "Ask your master about this; he sent us."

"This is a wonderful treasure! Is it called the Mist and Dew Universe Network?"

Huang Long touched the Qiankun Net and suddenly laughed, "Longji, your senior uncle wants to discuss something with you. How about lending this treasure to your senior uncle for a few days?"

“My disciple’s precious child, I’ve made the decision.”

Yu Ding smiled and said, "I won't lend it!"

"You damned Jade Cauldron, I've done you such a big favor, and you won't even lend me this..." Huanglong roared in anger.

Taiyi, Yunzhongzi, Yang Jian, and Longji watched this scene with smiles.

Just when everyone thought the matter was over and was at their most relaxed moment...

Suddenly, the void twisted, and a golden hand rushed out from it, slapping everyone away and then grabbing the weakened Bifang.

Taiyi and the others' expressions changed drastically. This scene was beyond their expectations, and they couldn't react in time. Moreover, the opponent's strength was even above theirs.

"I've been waiting for you for a long time!"

Yu Ding suddenly raised his hand, his eyes gleaming: "Since your claws are so long, then leave them to this humble Taoist!"

boom!
A dazzling small banner mark appeared on his right hand, filled with chaotic energy, which transformed into a towering sword aura that descended as if splitting the sky.

puff!
Amidst the swirling golden blood, a crystal-clear, jade-like hand rose into the air...

(End of this chapter)