Wet viviparity

Chapter 928 The Second Trial, Journey to the Underworld
Shen Gang Palace, on the Xunfeng Terrace.

When the leaders of various factions reunited, the atmosphere in the room had already subtly changed.

Looking at the leaders who were no longer on good terms, Wen Daoyu finally felt relieved. The initiative had finally returned to their hands. After the second round of tests, it would be time for some people to pay the price.

His gaze lingered on the uneasy Black Dragon King on the stage. Among the various sect leaders they had secretly contacted in the past few days, this was the only one not present. Wen Daoyu had already considered many ways to deal with this demon.

King Wujiao stood in the corner, near the position of Zen Master Caihu.

His illusionary appearance was that of a valiant soldier, wearing a black robe with a cross-collar and a purple-gold waist belt, his wide eyes filled with worry.

King Wujiao had naturally heard the rumors circulating these past few days. He now felt that everyone else had secretly signed the agreement, and he knew that everyone else would be courted, except for him.

He was well aware that he had been heavily courted by the cabinet years ago, but his sudden change of stance at this crucial moment made him a treacherous old fox in the cabinet's eyes. He had considered the consequences, but what could he do when all three of his most outstanding sons, the Three Dragons, had died in the Three Frontiers Battle, at the hands of Ling Xuzi?

He was wicked and cruel, but he considered himself a good father. He did not forget the hatred for his son's murder for the sake of his own foundation. He waited until now to turn against Ling Xuzi and make his years of plans fail.

Unexpectedly, even in such a situation, Ling Xuzi was able to resolve it easily, as naturally and without leaving a trace, as if he were entering a space with nothingness.

Given Lingxuzi's divisive tactics, he could only pin his hopes on Zen Master Caihu. If the Zen Master could win the second test, then even if the leaders secretly signed the agreement, there would still be variables.

Beside the Zen Master, Venerable Huofeng and Mr. Guchen stood at attention, their conversation behaving as if nothing was amiss, as if they were intimately connected. This behavior of the Venerable and Mr. Guchen made Wen Daoyu, Liu An, and the others, who knew the details of their secret conversation a few days prior, find them quite repulsive.

Although the Venerable and the Master did not secretly sign the agreement, they had agreed with Tai Ping Shan on an additional bet: if they won the second trial, resulting in a final draw, they would no longer request to veto Article 11 of the charter, and could acknowledge Tai Ping Shan's victory, but they would have to increase the number of members in the oversight council, and both of their families would have to have a place in the Ling Ting oversight council.

Conversely, if they win both trials at Taiping Mountain, they will accept Ling Xuzi's two conditions, but they will not seek a position in the supervisory council.

Currently, among the four first-class sects—Nanlaoshan, Tiantengshan, Yunyu Temple, and Jinbishui Mansion—only Yunyu Temple and Jinbishui Mansion have secretly signed the agreement, while the other two have made additional bets.

On the Xunfeng Terrace, Ji Ming arrived last.

Without any formalities or tests, without even a hint of imposing presence or solemn demeanor, Zen Master Caihu immediately began to speak about the second test—the deliverance of the deceased.

"After passing through the Ghost Gate, one can enter the underworld. In the depths of that place, the most turbid and yin place is called 'Hell.' It was created by a great Buddhist master who received the decree of the Northern Yin Emperor and the Three Primal Heavenly Venerables, and it is the place where sinners in the mortal world suffer after death."

"We will each choose one person to go to the Pingyu Prison deep in the underworld. Whoever can first deliver three sinners from suffering at the Ten Wood Hill will be the victor in this trial."

"Ten Wood Hill." A faint voice came from outside the palace, echoing around the Xunfeng Terrace. It was Lu Zhenjun's voice. "The Zen Master is using such a dangerous and malevolent place in the underworld to hold a contest. His heart is despicable."

"You flatter me, my lord."

Zen Master Caihu clasped his hands together and said with an unchanged expression, "If there is anything improper in this trial of salvation, you may raise it, True Lord. This humble monk and fellow Daoists will not refuse. You may even propose a trial, the content of which is up to you."

"Yes."

Venerable Huofeng echoed, "We are not people who cannot accept defeat. Even if we have just lost a battle, we can still back down a few steps now, so that you righteous people will know that we also have virtue." With the Venerable's barbed words, Mi Posuo, Liu An and others in the inner cabinet were already getting impatient. Even someone as shrewd as Wen Daoyu felt that he was in a dilemma. After all, as a strong candidate for the position of head of the inner cabinet, he had to maintain the dignity of the sect.

Lu Zhenjun's primordial spirit lingered outside, but Ji Ming and the others did not feel it. However, the leaders of the various sects heard strange and bizarre music, and their spirits flew out of their bodies, appearing as streaks of light and shadow, dancing in the air outside the stage to the music.

Even the incarnation of Zen Master Caihu could not resist, and hurriedly mobilized his Buddhist power to use the Heavenly Dragon Chant to resist the True Lord's divine voice.

Even so, half of the second primordial spirit he had refined within this avatar had already left his body. The primordial spirit expanded outward, revealing a ten-thousand-foot-long Buddhist rainbow that shone through the sky, but it was still of no use against the divine sound that beat like a torrential rain.

At this moment, the six immortals of Lingting descended into the sky, used their magical powers to stop the music, and spoke up to dissuade Lu Zhenjun, who then stopped.

The leaders of various sects, whose primordial spirits had returned, were still in shock. Since Lu Zhenjun broke through the void during the great calamity and achieved the status of Yang God Earth Immortal, it had only been eight or nine years. However, he had only made a few moves. The only time he had shown the Mind Transfer Technique was enough to make the various sects in Tiannan hesitate to act.

The reason they could tolerate the establishment of the Precious Merit Spirit Court and the implementation of the support clauses was largely due to the deterrence of Lu Zhenjun.

Even after the great calamity in Tiannan, Lu Zhenjun, who had attained immortality, was bound by the special rules for immortals in heaven. However, as long as Lu Zhenjun did not ascend to heaven or hide in a grotto, they would not dare to act recklessly.

On the stage, Lu Zhenjun appeared, holding a precious cup in his hand.

He transmitted his voice to Ji Ming and said, "With your current level of cultivation, I don't need to show my face. But I know what you're thinking. The depths of the underworld are a forbidden zone under the jurisdiction of the underworld. Even immortals rarely have the opportunity to enter."

Besides completing your trial, you must also hope to experience the method of the One-Horned God, touch the remaining chaotic breath of the creation era outside the Avici Hell, and comprehend the true meaning of primordial chaos to lay the foundation for refining the Primordial Truth Mysterious Existence True Body.

I have heard of the reputation of this Zen Master Caihu in the past. Even if he was reluctant to kill you because of the patriarchs, he was able to overcome his inner conflict and deal with you with all his might once he became your enemy.

Therefore, my appearance this time is to give him a warning.

However, you must remember one thing: once you reach the underworld, all attempts should be limited to mere trial and error. It is a forbidden zone between heaven and earth, near the far north—the Land of Nothingness. Once you accidentally go there, you will leave this world, and no one knows what lies beyond.

Lu Zhenjun handed the treasure cup to Ji Ming and said, "You have also used this magic treasure, the Glazed Heart Oil Refining Treasure Cup. This time, let it lend you a hand."

Finally, as if still worried, Lu Zhenjun instructed Ji Ming: "If you encounter any misfortune, call out my name, move forward, and do not look back. Someone will come to your rescue."

On the Xunfeng Terrace, Ji Ming held a lantern and looked at Zen Master Caihu. He originally thought that after he pointed out what the Zen Master wanted, the other party should at least stay behind the scenes and reduce his hostility, if not be subject to his control.

But now this Zen Master Caihu has boldly jumped out, as if he's set a trap for him to fall into. Could it be that he's already convinced of the three karmic connections of the "King of Wealth" in his hands?

At this moment, Ji Ming found himself unable to see through the Zen master.

"Namo Longjia Supreme Buddha!" ​​Behind Mr. Guchen, a monk stepped forward, raised one palm to his chest, and said, "This humble monk is willing to have a contest with the little saint."

"Master Dajian of Baoxiang Cave".

(End of this chapter)