If you don't give up, I'd like to be your adoptive father.

Chapter 1305 The Arrangements of the Primordial Celestial Venerable

The final bolt of lightning was so terrifying that it created a mushroom cloud of thunder and fire that rose thousands of feet high.

Some stray lightning even flew dozens of miles away, affecting some of the more powerful ghost immortals with heavy calamity energy.

"Ahhhhh~~~" Accompanied by a series of shrill screams, half of Fengdu Underworld fell into chaos.

The Emperor of Fengdu did not stop the remnant lightning; he simply protected himself and retreated another dozen miles.

Staring at the center of the thunderous nuclear explosion, he cursed with a look of utter dismay, "What a fucking idiot!"

The Golden Immortal, about to sever his three corpses and attain the Great Luo realm, didn't even realize until his death that he was already plagued by inner demons.

Although he was cursing Yin Yinzi, he actually felt a deep sense of dread towards Grand Tutor Yu, whom he had never met before.

"Why did this happen? Why?!"

Accompanied by mournful wails, a pitiful-looking ghost floated before the Emperor of Fengdu.

It is the green-faced immortal who has lost his immortal body.

"Your Majesty, please tell me what just happened. Why did my disciple fail to transcend the tribulation even while wielding the Wuji Apricot Yellow Banner?"

The Emperor of Fengdu moved his lips a few times, wanting to advise: Fellow Daoist, your primordial spirit is about to be extinguished. Quickly sit down and take a celestial pill, circulate your profound power, and stabilize your soul!

This was a rational statement. But he also knew that the Green-Faced Immortal was far from rational at this moment.

"The Wuji Apricot Yellow Banner is indeed the world's number one protective treasure, known as being impenetrable by anything and immune to all laws."

But if you think back carefully, not all the immortals of the Chan Sect who used it to overcome tribulations successfully averted disasters.

There are many kinds of heavenly tribulations, including lightning tribulations, wind disasters, water disasters, fire disasters, love tribulations, and tribulations of losing one's way. For many heavenly tribulations, the apricot yellow flag cannot be used at all.

Even the most common lightning tribulation is divided into many types.

The recent thunderstorm was a double tribulation. The first was a tribulation of inner demons, which disturbed Brother Yin Yinzi's mind, exhausting his immortal power and spirit, preventing him from perfectly controlling the Apricot Yellow Banner, and ultimately shattering his Yang spirit with the final divine lightning.

He was actually talking nonsense.

These are common-sense principles, not to mention the Green-Faced Immortal, a great immortal of the Chan Sect, many ordinary ghost immortals present also knew them.

“But Yin Zi is a Golden Immortal who is about to sever his three corpses! He has already cultivated to the state of non-action and naturalness. What kind of inner demon tribulation could affect him?” the Green-Faced Immortal exclaimed.

The Wuji Apricot Yellow Banner can provide some immunity to physical and magical damage, but it cannot help its master overcome inner demons.

It is not a magic weapon to suppress inner demons.

Previously, during the Double Tribulation of Nine-Nine, Yin Yinzi had also experienced the test of inner demons.

With a mindset of "almost severing the three corpses," he successfully passed through the tribulations aimed at his soul.

For example, there was Ze Lei, which once caused Grand Tutor Yu to scream in agony. Grand Tutor Yu couldn't withstand it at all and could only cheat by using the Eight-Nine Arcane Arts—avoiding the bombardment of heavenly lightning.

Yin Yinzi, however, endured it with ease.

This is the power of a quasi-Great Luo Immortal, with perfect physical body, magical power, and mind, leaving almost no weaknesses.

With his own mental cultivation and the Apricot Yellow Banner's immunity to physical and magical damage, he is theoretically capable of overcoming any type of tribulation to become an immortal.

"That earthen dragon is very strange. I only know that it is a tribulation of inner demons, not that Yu Fengxian rode the dragon with the Nine Cauldrons."

"But why it can have such a great influence on Yin Yinzi, I really don't know," said the Emperor of Fengdu.

The Green-Faced Immortal was highly suspicious, "That earth dragon is clearly the ancestral dragon of the Great Qin Dynasty that died. Anyone can tell from its aura."

Besides, it can talk; who else could it be but Yu Fengxian riding a dragon?

The Emperor of Fengdu frowned and said, "This is the Fengdu Underworld. How could I not know that outsiders have come here, especially riding the Ancestral Dragon?"

“But it was indeed shouting, demanding that my disciple Yin Yinzi pay with his life, and everyone heard it.”

Recalling the evasive words of the Fengdu Emperor when he spoke of the "inner demon tribulation," the Green-Faced Immortal became increasingly suspicious of his stance and his words.

The Emperor of Fengdu said calmly, "If Yu Fengxian were here, would that Wuji Apricot Yellow Banner, which has lost its master, still remain on the Flying Immortal Platform?"

"Ah, the apricot-yellow banner of my Chan Sect!"

The green-faced immortal exclaimed in surprise, ignoring the still-burning thunder and fire, and quickly flew towards the original location of Yin Yinzi.

Even though the thunderstorm had not yet dissipated, one could still see golden lotuses floating and sinking in the lightning and fire, and in the center of hundreds of golden lotuses was an apricot-yellow triangular flag that was outstretched.

After the green-faced immortal approached, he made hand seals and chanted incantations, easily retrieving the magical artifact.

"Yin Yinzi, Yin Yinzi? My disciple, Yin Yinzi, are you still there?"

He used the apricot-yellow flag for protection as he traversed the storm-ridden land that resembled a "Flaming Mountain".

His calls went unanswered.

They searched high and low, but couldn't find a trace of Yin Yinzi.

"Your Majesty, Yin Yinzi has failed his tribulation. I must return to the Hall of Longevity immediately to report this to the Emperor of Longevity."

He regained his senses at this moment and realized that what the Emperor of Fengdu said was true; the earthen dragon just now was indeed not Yu Fengxian.

If it were her, she would never let go of the apricot-yellow flag that was right in front of her.

Well, if Grand Tutor Ruoyu knew there would be an opportunity to "snap up" the Apricot Yellow Banner here, she would definitely come over in person.

"Master, waaaaah, Yin Yinzi is dead! He died such a tragic death~~"

As the Green-Faced Immortal approached the Hall of Longevity, he saw the Antarctic Immortal standing calmly outside the gate, as if waiting for someone.

Without saying a word, he rushed over, knelt on the ground, and burst into tears.

A flash of annoyance and ruthlessness crossed the eyes of the Antarctic Immortal, but he said calmly, "I already know what happened. Yin Yinzi did indeed die a terrible death. His Yang spirit was torn apart, his soul was scattered, and he was completely gone."

But crying like this won't help.

If you intend to avenge Yin Yinzi, then cheer up and repair your immortal body as soon as possible.

I'll give you two magical treasures and two gourds of elixir, and send you to the mortal realm to undergo tribulations, to become an enemy of Yu Fengxian and the Great Qin Dynasty.

The green-faced immortal's crying stopped abruptly.

He paused for a moment before cautiously saying, "Didn't Master say that Yu Fengxian has some connection with our Chan Sect, and it's best not to have a conflict with her?"

The Antarctic Immortal said calmly, "We have already lost a direct descendant, and we have suffered a great loss. How can we suffer a great loss?"
I'll have a fling with her first. If we really have a connection, I'll make sure I get the better deal before we talk about friendship.

Even with your abilities, and despite harboring murderous intent, a burning desire for revenge, and a vow of irreconcilable enmity, you probably couldn't kill her.

The green-faced immortal stammered, "This disciple has no intention of killing Yu Fengxian. Uh, what this disciple means is that the death of Yin Yinzi seems to have nothing to do with Yu Fengxian."

At least there was no direct connection; Yin Yinzi was struck by heavenly lightning and killed after failing to overcome his inner demon tribulation.

The Antarctic Immortal said, "I have already seen it. Yu Fengxian offered sacrifices to the heavens in Xianyang and used the imperial fortune of the Great Qin Dynasty to 'curse' Yin Yinzi."

She even timed it perfectly, waiting until the tribulation lightning was about to end and Yin Yinzi was at his most exhausted before delivering the fatal blow.

"You can seek revenge on her; you have every right and every reason, and no one can find fault with that."

"This disciple is looking for her."

—Isn't that just asking for death?

The green-faced immortal lowered his head and murmured, "This disciple has one more thing to report to Master."

Earlier, after his master handed the Apricot Yellow Banner to Yin Yinzi, he cursed and killed Guowei Liao, who was undergoing self-destruction, thus violating a major taboo for cultivators.

“I know. If it weren’t for this cause and effect, Yu Fengxian wouldn’t have been able to persuade ‘Heaven’ to strengthen Yin Yinzi’s Heavenly Tribulation,” said Antarctic Immortal.

The green-faced immortal hesitated for a moment, then looked up to meet his master's bright and clear eyes, which were like a spring of water, and said, "Master, my immortal body has been destroyed. Even if it is repaired, it will not be as good as before."

This disciple has yet to cultivate the Rejuvenating Elixir, nor possess a Pure Yang Immortal Body. Now that his Immortal Body is completely destroyed, I fear his path to becoming a Golden Immortal is utterly severed. Meanwhile, Yin Yinzi's soul has been scattered, and his Great Dao of Shadows has truly lost its master.

"This disciple intends to re-enter the cycle of reincarnation, cultivate from scratch, and inherit his Shadow Path. What does Master think?"

The Antarctic Immortal said calmly, "I thought you came to ask me to help Yin Yinzi avenge his family."

Unexpectedly, you plan to reincarnate and start over immediately, wanting to seize his Shadow Path before anyone else.”

The green-faced immortal felt embarrassed, his face showing awkwardness and shame.

The Old Man of the South Pole sighed, "Very well, you are Yin Yinzi's master, no one knows his situation better than you."

This reincarnation and rebuilding might be an opportunity for you. Although the possibility of seizing the Shadow Path is extremely slim, you can still give it a shot.

It's good that you have this courage. Go! If you have enough good fortune, I will send the White Crane Boy to guide you in your next life.

Even if you lack sufficient good fortune, a share of divine favor will be reserved for you.

The green-faced immortal had a complicated expression. He held the apricot-yellow flag in both hands and handed it to the Antarctic immortal. "Master, please take care. Your disciple is leaving."

He kowtowed nine times and left with tears in his eyes.

Long after the Green-Faced Immortal left, the Antarctic Immortal remained expressionless, standing motionless at the entrance of the Hall of Longevity.

The White Crane Boy approached and whispered, "Master, this disciple is willing to descend to the mortal realm and become an enemy of Yu Fengxian and the Great Qin."

A faint smile and doting expression appeared in the eyes of the Antarctic Immortal. He said, "You're not Yin Yinzi's master. Why did you enter the tribulation for no reason?"

“Avenging Yin Yinzi is secondary.” A ruthless glint flashed across Bai He Tongzi’s youthful face. “This disciple will make Yu Fengxian understand that the majesty of the Antarctic Longevity Palace cannot be desecrated!”

The disciples of the Antarctic Immortal Emperor are not to be insulted.

The Antarctic Immortal smiled slightly, “Yu Fengxian is no ordinary person. Not to mention what your ancestor would think, your grandmaster has repeatedly warned me not to provoke Yu Fengxian.”

How dare I go against the wishes of both patriarchs and insist on arguing with Yu Fengxian?

The White Crane Boy was taken aback, and asked in confusion, "Then why did Master say that to Green Face?"

“If I just told him to reincarnate, would he listen?” the Antarctic Immortal sighed. “It would have been better to use this method on Yin Yinzi sooner, instead of just expressing your true feelings.”

He has already entered the cycle of reincarnation and will not suffer such a great calamity.

In just a few days, he went from being a Golden Immortal about to attain the Great Luo realm to having his soul scattered and all his achievements vanished. How pitiful, how pitiful!

The old man of the South Pole had a face full of melancholy and pity.

The White Crane Boy's face flushed red with anger. "Master, this disciple does not wish to convert Green Face anymore."

Even if his next life brings him enough good fortune to return to the Chan Sect, this disciple still doesn't want to take him as a disciple.

Master tries every means to make them happy, but they are so rebellious and try to play tricks on Master. How hateful!

"Are you trying to make me break my promise?" the Antarctic Immortal said calmly.

"This disciple dares not," the White Crane Boy said helplessly and powerlessly.

"Come with me to the Mi Luo Palace and return the Apricot Yellow Banner to your ancestor," said the Antarctic Immortal.

Inside the Mi Luo Palace, a group of old immortals were taking turns going up on stage to explain the Great Luo Dao Method to hundreds of juniors of the "Celestial Immortal Path".

Yuanshi Tianzun spoke first, followed by Randeng Laofo, and then Zhenyuanzi. After the elders finished speaking, they would discuss among themselves, and then the younger generation would be allowed to ask questions at will, which the elders would answer one by one.

This is the treatment of "top students from Tsinghua and Peking Universities".

Students at ordinary universities, let alone students, and even doctoral supervisors, may never have seen a living academician in their entire lives.

For top students from Tsinghua and Peking Universities, their undergraduate advisors are likely to be academicians who have won national scholarships. Attending lectures by academicians is just a daily routine and nothing unusual.

They only become so enthusiastic and reserve seats in advance when Nobel laureates from abroad come to give lectures.

Like Xiaoyu, who accidentally encountered the Goddess Houtu and listened to her preach for a few days, he felt that he had received an "amazing encounter" and was so happy that he couldn't stop smiling for days.

Chun Chun is a country bumpkin who has never seen the world.

"Master, Yin Yinzi has failed his tribulation. His Yang spirit has shattered and his soul has been scattered. This disciple now returns the treasure flag to its original state."

The Antarctic Immortal did not wait for the assembled luminaries to finish explaining the Great Luo Dao.

He walked straight to the side of Yuanshi Tianzun, bowed respectfully as if no one else was around, and spoke normally, without worrying about affecting others.

In fact, it doesn't affect anyone else.

The Primordial Celestial Venerable is a world unto himself, separated from the younger generation listening to the Dao and the great masters preaching the Dao by dozens or hundreds of dimensions of time and space.

Let alone exchanging a few private words with his disciples, even if he had a quarrel with Laozi and they fought each other, it wouldn't disturb anyone around him.

Yuanshi Tianzun put away the apricot-yellow flag and said calmly, "I told you long ago that giving him the apricot-yellow flag would harm him."

The Old Man of the South Pole nodded and sighed, "I regretted it as soon as I handed him the precious flag."

He's too deeply entrenched in his tribulations; the more magical treasures he's given, the more aggressed he becomes, and the faster his calamity will strike.

Yuanshi Tianzun remained silent for a moment, then said, "Are you still not reconciled?"

The Antarctic Immortal shook his head repeatedly, "I dare not. Yu Fengxian is a person chosen by Heaven; to become entangled with her is tantamount to actively inviting calamity."

The disciple had specifically warned Yin Yinzi several times before, and he listened and agreed, but then forgot all about it.

He deserves his current fate.

Yuanshi Tianzun smiled slightly and said, "I can see that you are still unwilling."

This is only human nature. When has our Chan Sect ever suffered such a great loss?

I can give you a chance.

"What opportunity?" The Old Man of the South Pole asked with some regret.

The Celestial Venerable squinted his eyes and slowly recounted: "More than two months ago, Ying Zheng worshipped Heaven and Earth and offered sacrifices to the gods of nature at Mount Tai."

Your senior brother and I also went to participate in the sacrificial ceremony.

Ying Zheng was disrespectful to the Heavenly Emperor and harsh to the gods, but he was relatively respectful to the three of us.

He didn't drink the finest Jinbo Yuye wine himself, but placed it on the offering table in the Sanqing Hall.

Your senior brother and I decided at that time to repay him in some way.

However, Heaven was determined to destroy Qin; this was destiny, and there was no way to change it.

Not only should we not change it, but we should also push it forward to ensure that destiny is fulfilled.

But we can loosen our grip a little and show mercy to Ying Zheng.

After discussing it with Laozi, we decided that we would each select a child and send them to the mortal world to guard the predetermined destiny.

That is, to ruin Qin Shi Huang's empire.

Although they would destroy Qin, they would give the Ying clan a way out and give the empire founded by Ying Zheng a dignified end.

Your senior uncle always prefers to choose his own people when it comes to his own affairs.

People on your own side are reliable.

He selected the most intelligent and clever one from among the attendants of the Tushita Palace who had followed him to the mortal realm, and sent him down to assist the true emperor in ruining the Qin dynasty's kingdom.

That's another story.

The boy I threw down was just a tea-serving boy I randomly picked from the Lingsu Palace on Mount Tai, named Fuzhen.

(End of this chapter)