I became an immortal in the mountains

Chapter 813 Visualization Diagram of the Chaos Furnace

"Fellow Daoist Ling," Gu Yuanqing said, clasping his hands in greeting.

Ling Yi returned the greeting, saying, "Fellow Daoist Gu, thank you for waiting."

Gu Yuanqing smiled and said, "Not at all, I just arrived recently. Besides, if the deal goes through, what's wrong with waiting a little longer? I just wonder if Fellow Daoist Ling brought good news?"

"The methods of the Void Immortal are extraordinary, and the Visualization Fundamental Diagram is the foundation of the sect. The Visualization Diagrams that can be cultivated to the Void Immortal level are all left from ancient times. Even we Void Immortals would find it difficult to draw their essence, let alone use them to cultivate to the Chaotic Heaven Realm," Ling Yi said.

Gu Yuanqing's eyes flickered slightly: "Oh? So, the Nine Realms Divine Continent isn't interested in this deal?"

“Of course not.” Ling Yi waved his hand, then changed the subject, “Our Nine Domains Divine Continent is willing to forge a good relationship with Fellow Daoist Gu. Therefore, after discussion, the Great Hao Dynasty is willing to show its sincerity regarding Fellow Daoist’s last proposal.”

He paused briefly, then flipped his hand and took out a jade slip.

"The Immortal-level inheritance that you desire, Fellow Daoist, is something that Da Hao is willing to provide. This is the 'True Scripture of Suppressing Demons in Divine Prison,' whose fundamental visualization diagram is the 'Diagram of Refining Demons and Ascending to Immortality.'"

Ling Yi pushed the jade slip towards Gu Yuanqing, explaining, "This scripture was originally the inheritance of the ancient great sect, the Zhenyu Sect. It possessed immense power, specifically designed to suppress demons and directly point to the path of immortality. However... since the Heavenly Demons occupied most of our territory, their demonic thoughts are omnipresent. When cultivating this scripture, it is extremely easy to trigger the Heavenly Demons' influence, resulting in a particularly fierce and dangerous backlash from the inner demons. This has led to the near extinction of the inheritance, and now no one dares to cultivate it!"

"Fellow Daoist, you are already a highly accomplished cultivator with a profound foundation. This scripture is given to you primarily to verify your own path and to draw inferences from similar cases; this should be sufficient. Of course, if there is a realm free from the danger of rampant demonic forces, where demonic thoughts do not manifest, it could also be a top-tier inheritance that directly points to the Great Dao."

Gu Yuanqing took the jade slip and sensed it with his divine sense. He saw that the cultivation method inside was complete, starting from the Yuan Shi realm and pointing directly to the realm of the Void Immortal. However, it was missing one thing: the Visualization Fundamental Diagram.

The inheritance of the Nine Realms Divine Continent is completely different from that of the Spirit Realm and the Exquisite Realm. The core and foundation of their cultivation methods is to visualize the fundamental diagram. Cultivation methods can be copied, but the fundamental diagram is difficult to reproduce. Or rather, even if reproduced, it is difficult to capture the essence. The deeper the cultivation, the greater the flaws become. Without the fundamental diagram, the cultivation method is not much different from waste paper.

Of course, this was within Gu Yuanqing's expectations. Since it was a transaction, money had to be exchanged for goods. Ling Yi giving the cultivation technique first was equivalent to giving a deposit.

Holding the jade slip, he asked, "What does the Great Hao Dynasty want from me?"

Ling Yi was also prepared. He took out a roll of foil, sent it through his magic, and it floated lightly to Gu Yuanqing's side.

Gu Yuanqing unfolded it and looked at it, raising an eyebrow slightly with a hint of surprise on his face: "That's all?"

The list only includes a few rare natural treasures, which are precious, but in terms of value, they seem to be far less than the inheritance of a Void Immortal.

Moreover, the list also includes the locations of these rare and precious materials, followed by a general map of the region.

Ling Yi sighed and said, "To be honest, the list contains the core materials urgently needed to maintain the great array that protects our Nine Domains Divine Continent from the Heavenly Demons. Within the human realm, the reserves of these materials are nearly exhausted. They can only be produced deep within the demonic lands occupied by the Heavenly Demons, after being tainted and mutated by demonic energy. Moreover... the Heavenly Demons also know the importance of these materials to our human race, so each production site is guarded by a powerful demon. The imperial court sent experts to secretly collect them, resulting in countless deaths and injuries, but the gains were minimal."

He looked at Gu Yuanqing, paused, and then said, "The Void Immortals of my Nine Domains Divine Continent have important responsibilities. They need to guard key nodes in the human race's territory and dare not leave without permission, let alone venture deep into the heart of the Demon Land. But Fellow Daoist... seems to be able to travel freely in this Demon Land. As for the Great Hao, no one can cultivate this Divine Prison Soul Suppressing True Scripture anyway, so keeping it in the treasury is just like a pearl covered in dust."

Gu Yuanqing pondered and said, "Even so, exchanging this for a Void Immortal inheritance still seems somewhat unfair."

Ling Yi said solemnly, "If we can exchange this useless scripture for enough resources to maintain the great formation and ensure the peace of hundreds of millions of people in our Nine Domains Divine Continent, then in our eyes it will be worth a thousand times more! Moreover, the Great Hao Dynasty is indeed willing to form this good relationship with you, and hopes that there will be more opportunities for cooperation in the future."

He concluded with a solemn reminder: "However, Fellow Daoist Gu, this cultivation method is indeed extremely dangerous. The jade slip also contains warnings left by the senior members of the Zhenyu Sect. If you study it, you must be extremely cautious."

Gu Yuanqing said, "Thank you for the reminder, fellow Daoist. Since the Great Hao Divine Dynasty has such goodwill, I will also give you a definite answer. If the record of the origin of the treasure is correct, I should be able to come to Wangxiang Pass again in three months at most."

A strange light flashed in Ling Yi's eyes. Gu Yuanqing's words were full of confidence. These places were all dangerous, and even if he disregarded the safety of the Nine Heavens Domain and went there personally, he wouldn't dare say he had much confidence. Especially now that the Demon Lord had awakened, the danger had increased even more.

Although Gu Yuanqing single-handedly suppressed Yue Qianfeng last time, his strength has improved a lot compared to before, and he even said that he had fought against the Demon King of Wujian. But in essence, he is still just a Hun Tian Undying. Even now, no one has felt any aura of the Void Immortal level on him.

However, these are things that cannot be asked; one must judge them oneself through various means.

He suppressed his thoughts and smiled, "Then I, Ling, will look forward to your esteemed presence once again. At that time, the Demon Refining and Immortal Ascension Chart will be presented as scheduled. However, you need not be too anxious; safety is of utmost importance."

“That’s natural,” Gu Yuanqing said with a smile.

"Furthermore, this jade slip and the visualization diagram were entrusted to me by Fellow Daoist Yue of the Demon-Slaying Division. Firstly, it's to apologize for the previous attack, and secondly, it's to help you rescue Commander Yan. The jade slip contains a Void Immortal technique, but the fundamental diagram has been lost. This visualization diagram was left by a Void Immortal. He didn't know what you needed, but since you want to exchange for cultivation techniques in this realm with the Great Hao Dynasty, this item might be of some use to you." Ling Yi handed over another jade slip and a scroll of unknown material.

Gu Yuanqing smiled and said, "If it is indeed useful to me, then I will accept it without hesitation."

"It should be so."

After finishing their business, the two chatted casually on the mountain.

With a slight thought, Gu Yuanqing conjured up the phantom of an exquisite courtyard, with winding corridors and pavilions arranged in a harmonious and orderly fashion.

In a moment, the illusory image solidified, transforming into a real, elegant courtyard.

A clear spring flows gently through the courtyard, exotic flowers bloom, and several ancient trees stand tall and vigorous, blending perfectly with the surrounding sea of ​​clouds and mountain scenery.

A look of surprise flashed in Ling Yi's eyes, and he exclaimed, "I never imagined that Fellow Daoist Gu, in addition to his profound swordsmanship, would also possess such unfathomable and almost Dao-like supernatural abilities in transforming reality into illusion and creating something from nothing."

Gu Yuanqing smiled slightly and gestured for the guest to enter the courtyard: "It's just a trivial skill, I'm afraid I'll make a fool of myself in front of Fellow Daoist Ling, please."

Inside the courtyard, there is a stone table and jade stools. On the table, a set of exquisite teaware has quietly appeared. Spring water boils in the pot, and the aroma of tea wafts out.

The two sat down and chatted over tea.

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, Ling Yi put down his teacup and casually asked, "Not long ago, there was a violent fluctuation from the depths of the Demonic Land. It was so powerful that it must have been a battle between figures at the Void Immortal level. I wonder... if Fellow Daoist Gu sensed anything?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuanqing paused slightly in his teacup and looked up at Ling Yi.

Upon seeing this, Ling Yi burst into laughter and said frankly, "Fellow Daoist Gu, please don't blame me for probing you so abruptly. To be honest, that direction is deep into the Demon Realm, and none of the Void Immortals in our Nine Domains Divine Continent have ventured out. Furthermore, sects such as the Immaculate Zen Forest, the Supreme Forgetfulness Sect, and the Northern Star Palace are not in this direction either. After much thought, the only one I can guess who has the courage and strength to confront the Heavenly Demons deep within the Demon Realm is you, Fellow Daoist."

Gu Yuanqing smiled calmly: "It was indeed me, Gu. On my way to the appointment, I was ambushed by several Heavenly Demons. We fought a fierce battle, but unfortunately, I couldn't achieve a complete victory, and they escaped. Speaking of this, there is something I need to tell you, fellow Daoist. Among the Heavenly Demons who ambushed me this time was the Eclipse Moon Demon King. It has only been a few days since I discussed the trade with the Great Hao Divine Dynasty, yet these Heavenly Demons seem to already know about it. This news has leaked far too quickly." Ling Yi's expression turned solemn as he said: "The Eclipse Moon Demon King? As expected, it is inextricably linked to the Eclipse Moon Sect! A group of scum who have completely betrayed the human race, willingly becoming the lackeys of the Heavenly Demons, hiding within our human race, using various identities as cover, and secretly passing on messages to the Heavenly Demons."

Previous attempts by the Great Hao Divine Dynasty have all failed, likely due to the Eclipse Moon Sect. Within the Nine Domains Divine Continent, several attempts have been made to eradicate them, but none have been successful in completely eliminating them.

Gu Yuanqing said, "To be able to obtain the news in time and spread it out, one must hold a high position within the Great Hao Divine Dynasty, and one's cultivation must also be quite remarkable."

"Thank you for the reminder, fellow Daoist!" Ling Yi clasped his hands and nodded slightly, his tone heavy. "Internal troubles are hard to eliminate, and external threats are rising everywhere. It seems that the Seven Emotions Demon Lord has also awakened. These old demons are appearing in the world one after another. A large-scale demonic disaster is probably not far away. At that time, all living beings will be devastated. Our human race in the Nine Domains Divine Continent... alas, is truly in imminent danger."

Gu Yuanqing smiled calmly and said, "The cycle of Heaven is endless; after the worst comes the best. Fellow Daoist Ling, there's no need to be too pessimistic. Perhaps... there will be a turning point in the future."

Ling Yi gave a wry smile, raised his cup and said, "I hope so. Then I'll take your kind words with me."

After chatting for a while, Ling Yi got up to take his leave and transformed into a streak of sword light, disappearing into the distance.

Gu Yuanqing stood quietly for a moment, then also rode away on his escape light.

The original courtyard, once real, became ethereal, eventually transforming into specks of spiritual light that vanished without a trace.

……

Having arrived in this realm, Gu Yuanqing's clone did not intend to return immediately.

The main body only brought back two jade slips and a visualization diagram using the Heavenly Fishing Technique, while the clone headed directly to the place marked with rare and precious materials in the Great Hao Dynasty.

These places are all quite far apart, and even for him, it would take some time to get there.

Inside the North Spring Cave.

Gu Yuanqing placed the jade slip on the table. The first thing he carefully examined was the cultivation technique that Yue Qianfeng had asked Ling Yi to bring over.

This technique is called the Primordial Furnace Refining Spirit True Scripture, and the visualization diagram is the Chaos Furnace Visualization Diagram.

The object of visualization is a primordial furnace born from chaos, within which lies the true fire of chaos, capable of both burning and creating all things.

One of the cultivation methods involves the soul entering a primordial furnace, where the true spirit is forged by the chaotic true fire, impurities acquired later in life are removed, the original essence is restored, and the soul is ultimately refined into a primordial divine light that is indestructible through countless eons.

This should have been a technique that led directly to immortality, but the lack of a fundamental visualization diagram diminished its essence, causing the technique to stop at the Chaotic Heaven stage.

However, there are still many things worth learning from this.

He studied it carefully for a moment, then suddenly disappeared and landed directly in the cultivation hall.

Gu Yuanqing sat cross-legged and carefully observed the image carving again before closing his eyes.

According to the teachings, powerful divine senses began to construct visualizations within the sea of ​​consciousness.

In an instant, strands of divine thoughts intertwined in the depths of the once calm and undisturbed sea of ​​consciousness.

In a short while, the outline of an ancient and simple furnace slowly took shape.

The furnace body is decorated with ancient patterns, though some parts seem to be missing. However, for Gu Yuanqing, it is enough to just try.

After a long time, as the furnace was fully formed, these runes trembled slightly, as if a flame of nothingness was born from them.

He separated a wisp of his divine soul power, as thin as a spider's thread, and probed into it.

"Buzz!"

A faint sound, like ice and snow melting, rang in Gu Yuanqing's perception.

The wisp of divine soul that was thrown in was being tempered by the faint, ethereal fire within the furnace, and a trace of impurities hidden deep within the soul was actually refined out.

The original divine sense seemed to have become more refined. These impure energies were because Gu Yuanqing had recently refined too much Heavenly Demon power, which could be considered as obtaining it with the help of external objects. His divine soul had grown too fast and had not yet had time to be polished and settled.

Although this change has little impact on the divine sense itself, the principles of tempering contained within it are crystal clear, revealing the wonder of this technique.

"Interesting! Indeed, every path has its unique features. If I can integrate them into my original cultivation method, it will be of great use to my path."

A moment later, the furnace in Gu Yuanqing's sea of ​​consciousness dissipated.

This was, after all, merely an attempt, a technique rather than a foundation of Dao, and it left no imprint on the soul, so naturally it could not last.

He slowly opened his eyes, softly praising, yet with a hint of regret: "Truly profound. With just this incomplete artistic conception, it can draw upon the essence of the divine soul to transform into a furnace, refining impurities. If one could see the complete Chaos Furnace Diagram, one could glimpse the true meaning of creation and destruction within it..."

He shook his head and continued studying the cultivation method. Compared to the cultivation method he had obtained in Jinxiu City, it was incomparable.

It is indeed very different from the inheritance of the spirit world. It is not possible to say which is better or worse. It can only be said that different worlds and environments create different paths of cultivation, each with its own merits.

He naturally did not intend to actually practice this technique, but only to observe and study it, waiting to combine it with his own technique in the future using the method of Dao derivation.

As for the Divine Prison Demon Suppression Scripture, it's useless to study it now. We'll wait until we get the fundamental diagram before discussing it. The deduction of cultivation methods will also be put after that. With a sufficient understanding of the cultivation methods of other worlds, the final deductions we can make will be even more profound!
Meanwhile, Gu Yuanqing, traveling through the Demon Land, arrived at the first location marked with rare and precious natural treasures...

(End of this chapter)