Honghuang: Eat a Hunyuan Daluo

Chapter 263: The Star of Disaster, the Battle of Jiechan

"Brother, this monster is not simple, let me do it!" Yunxiao and Zhao Gongming communicated with each other.

Zhao Gongming nodded, and then signaled Bixiao to lead the demon protected by the destiny of heaven to Yunxiao.

Yunxiao glanced at the demon. Its cultivation was not strong. It was just a beginner in the True Immortal realm. Yunxiao could wipe it out with just a thought.

But Yunxiao felt a sense of fear in her heart at this moment. As long as she dared to attack this monster, the Heaven would turn her into ashes.

Yunxiao's heart was greatly shocked. Could it be that the one who was protected by Heaven was the destined one to be the one in the Conferred God Tribulation?

Thinking of this, Yunxiao's mind moved, and the time and space around him were frozen.

Yunxiao has been practicing in the time field for so many years and has gained some insights into the avenue of time. He has comprehended almost 15% of the avenue of time, so it is not a problem for him to freeze the time of a small area.

Then Yunxiao immediately checked the monster's back, and it really looked like a flying bear.

"It's really it!" Yunxiao couldn't help but exclaimed.

This scene naturally also fell into the eyes of Bai Jing's incarnation above Chaoge City.

In fact, Bai Jing's incarnation had already noticed Zhao Gongming and Sanxiao when they came to Chaoge City.

Bai Jing's incarnation did not stop the brother and sister from setting up a stall to tell fortunes in Chaoge. The Three Xiaos had been in seclusion for too long, so it would be good for them to move around in Chaoge.

As for whether one can meet Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao while setting up a stall to tell fortunes, Bai Jing's incarnation feels that it is unlikely.

Because Jiang Ziya was not born at that time! Logically speaking, Jiang Ziya should have been born when Emperor Xin's father Emperor Yi was in power. As for Shen Gongbao, he should have been transformed a long time ago. After all, it is clearly written in the original novel of Fengshen that after Shen Gongbao transformed, he had no famous teacher to guide him and wasted many years before he finally joined the Chan Sect.

But even if Shen Gongbao transformed early, don't forget that this is Chaoge City, the place where the destiny of humanity gathers. Even if a saint of heaven comes in person, he will be suppressed by the destiny of humanity. How can a monster like Shen Gongbao enter Chaoge?
What Bai Jing's incarnation didn't expect was that Shen Gongbao was actually protected by the destiny of heaven, walked into Chaoge City, and came to the fortune-telling stall set up by Zhao Gongming and Sanxiao.

In fact, the reason why Shen Gongbao came to Chaoge was that he heard about the reputation of Zhao Gongming and Sanxiao outside the city of Chaoge.

The true form of Shen Gongbao is just an ordinary leopard, with no special bloodline and no deep background.

Initially, it only instinctively absorbed the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, the essence of the sun and the moon, and gradually became spiritual. After hundreds of years of cultivation, it finally transformed into a human form.

Shen Gongbao has practiced Taoism for hundreds of years just by relying on instinct. Among the acquired demon race, he is considered to have outstanding talent and extraordinary intelligence.

However, it was too difficult to practice relying on instinct alone, so Shen Gongbao wondered if he could join a certain sect. However, as he was a demon, many human leaders would not accept him. Shen Gongbao had been wandering around for many years but had not gained anything.

It happened that today, Shen Gongbao heard people talking about Tianji Pavilion outside Chaoge City.

Although Shen Gongbao only has the cultivation level of a true immortal, he possesses the destiny of heaven. Even in his daze, he can sense that the universe is in chaos at this moment. Ordinary calculations are of no use even against mortals.

And the people of Tianji Pavilion were able to calculate the fate of mortals at this time, so they must have great supernatural powers.

So Shen Gongbao thought of trying his luck and went to Chaoge City.

Bai Jing's incarnation hesitated for a moment and then sent a message to Yun Xiao: "Yun Xiao, this demon is called Shen Gong Bao, and he is the one destined to be the god of the catastrophe. You can teach him for a while, but you don't have to accept him as your disciple."

Hearing Bai Jing's voice transmission, Yun Xiao was stunned at first, then bowed in response.

Yunxiao then released the frozen time and space. She sent a message to Zhao Gongming and her two sisters to tell them that Shen Gongbao was the person destined to be the one to carry out the Conferred God Tribulation. She also relayed Bai Jing's instructions to the three of them.

The three of them had different expressions when they heard this, but no one said anything more.

Yun Xiao said directly to Shen Gongbao: "Shen Gongbao, you, a little leopard spirit, actually dared to come to Chaoge, which is protected by the destiny of the human race. You are really bold!"

When Shen Gongbao heard the fairy in front of him directly reveal his name and background, he became more certain of his inner guess that this person from Tianji Pavilion must be a powerful person.

So Shen Gongbao bowed his head without thinking twice and said: "Fairy, I have no intention of harming anyone. I came to Chaoge City only to seek the truth."

"Seeking the truth? Who should I ask for the truth?"

"Of course I'll ask the fairy. Since I was born with intelligence, I have been practicing by myself without any inheritance. Now I have met the fairy, which is a blessing for me. Please accept me as your daughter!"

Yun Xiao shook his head upon hearing this and said, "Get up! You and I are not destined to be master and disciple."

Shen Gongbao's expression became visibly frustrated when he heard this. He gritted his teeth and asked, "Is the fairy unwilling to accept me because I am a demon?"

“No, I am a disciple of the Holy Lotus Sect, my master is Saint Bai Jing, my sister is called Gui Ling, her true form is a black tortoise, if you insist, she is also a demon.

My master was able to accept Senior Sister Gui Ling as his true disciple, which shows that our Holy Lotus Sect has no prejudice against the demon race. The reason why I don’t accept you is simply that there is no destiny between you and me as a master and disciple.

But then again, meeting is destiny, so how about this! You can be my assistant in Tianji Pavilion! I will teach you some cultivation methods when I have time."

Shen Gongbao was overjoyed when he heard this and kowtowed repeatedly to Yunxiao.

The name of the Holy Lotus Sect was well-known even to a small demon like Shen Gongbao. After hearing that Yunxiao was a disciple of the Holy Lotus Sect, Shen Gongbao no longer expected to be able to become a disciple of the Holy Lotus Sect.

Not to mention his own saintly sect, even in the demon world where their demon clan’s heaven is said to be located, there are few creatures qualified to join the Holy Lotus Sect.

Shen Gongbao knew his own limitations, so he naturally did not dare to hope to be able to join the Holy Lotus Sect. It was a great honor for him to receive some guidance from Yunxiao.

In this way, Tianji Pavilion had a new waiter to clean the place.

During the day, Tianji Pavilion is open for business, and at night Yunxiao will guide Shen Gongbao in his practice.

"On the path of cultivation, the most important thing is the foundation. Although you have practiced Taoism for hundreds of years, your demonic power is mixed and it is difficult to enter the realm. You and I are destined to meet here. I will teach you some authentic methods of Qi training. You need to practice diligently and you will achieve something in the future."

Shen Gongbao was overjoyed: "Thank you for your teachings, teacher."

Yunxiao nodded, pointed at Shen Gongbao's brow, and then passed on the Nine Breaths of the Thirty-Six Tiangang Magical Powers, which could subdue dragons and tigers, and emit golden light to Shen Gongbao.

Then Yun Xiao continued, "When cultivating, one must not rush for quick success. One must proceed step by step and comprehend the way of heaven and earth. You should comprehend these three magical powers carefully. If you have any questions, you can ask me."

"Sister, why didn't the teacher just accept Shen Gongbao? Isn't he the son of destiny for the Conferred God Tribulation?" Zhao Gongming asked curiously. "How can I know what the master is planning? Brother, you are thinking of accepting Shen Gongbao into the Jiejiao sect, right?"

Zhao Gongming was somewhat embarrassed when Yunxiao revealed his thoughts. Just as he was about to explain, Bai Jing's voice suddenly rang out, "Gongming, this Shen Gongbao is not just the son of destiny of the Conferred God Tribulation. You'd better not have such thoughts."

"Teacher, what do you mean by this? I don't quite understand."

"If you don't understand, forget it. Anyway, don't think about accepting Shen Gongbao as your disciple. You can even take the initiative to give Shen Gongbao a push and send him to the Chan Sect or the Western Sect." After saying this, Bai Jing said no more.

Zhao Gongming hesitated for a moment, but still reported to Tongtian.

Tongtian asked Zhao Gongming to do as Bai Jing said.

Although Zhao Gongming did not understand why the two saints wanted to give up the man of destiny who was already in their hands, he decided to obey the orders of the two saints and began to plan how to send Shen Gongbao to the Chan Sect or the Western Sect.

Shen Gongbao was unaware of all this. At this time, under the guidance of Yunxiao, Shen Gongbao had already started practicing the Nine Breaths to Subdue Qi.

The Nine Breaths to Subdue Qi is one of the Thirty-Six Heavenly Powers passed down by the Taoist Ancestor. Since it was passed down by the Taoist Ancestor, it is naturally an authentic method of practicing Qi in the Xuanmen school. In addition, Shen Gongbao was very talented and made rapid progress, and he soon transformed his demonic power into authentic Xuanmen magic power.

In the following years, in addition to teaching the method of refining qi, Yunxiao's sermons were also very unconventional. Sometimes he talked about Taoism, sometimes about Zen, and sometimes he talked about some strategies for governing a country and the secrets of heaven and earth.

During this period, Shen Gongbao gradually learned of Zhao Gongming's identity. It was said that Jiejiao taught everyone, so Shen Gongbao wondered if he could become a disciple of Jiejiao.

So Shen Gongbao began to try to please Zhao Gongming.

Zhao Gongming was indifferent at first, but later he pretended to be moved by Shen Gongbao.

At the same time, Zhao Gongming asked Qiong Xiao to go out and spread the news, saying that Zhao Gongming had found the son of destiny who would be the god of calamity, and planned to bring him back to Jin'ao Island.

As the news spread, Zhao Gongming soon sensed that disciples from the Chan Sect and the Western Sect had arrived in Chaoge City.

Zhao Gongming saw that the time was right and said to Shen Gongbao, "Now that the great calamity of the Conferred Gods is approaching, there will be a great change between heaven and earth. Shen Gongbao, you are devoted to seeking the truth, so I will take you back to Jin'ao Island. If the master agrees, you can join my Jiejiao."

Shen Gongbao was overjoyed and thanked Zhao Gongming repeatedly.

The next day, Zhao Gongming and Shen Gongbao went to Jinao Island.

Zhao Gongming called for the immortal boat as he did when he came here. The immortal boat sailed against the wind and waves. Halfway through the journey, he suddenly saw clouds and mist in front of him, and two figures standing in the air. They were Guangchengzi, the leader of the Twelve Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect, and Maitreya of the Western Sect.

Seeing this, Zhao Gongming was too lazy to say any nonsense. He snorted coldly and directly activated the magic weapon in his hand - the Twenty-Four Sea-Fixing Divine Pearls, and rushed straight towards the two of them with great momentum.

These twenty-four Dinghai Divine Pearls are top-grade innate spiritual treasures bestowed upon Zhao Gongming by the Taoist Master Tongtian, and are also Zhao Gongming's most handy magic weapons.

Each bead contains the power to calm the sea and waves. A single bead can suppress a river thousands of miles long. When combined into one, the power is even more infinite. The beads are crystal clear and contain chaotic energy. When they are waved, the light flows like stars falling to the ground. They can turn the virtual into the real, and have both offensive and defensive capabilities, making it impossible to defend against.

Seeing that Zhao Gongming was coming with great force, Guangchengzi hurriedly used the Fantian Seal to meet the enemy.

This treasure was made by Yuanshi Tianzun by refining the body of Mount Buzhou for thousands of years. It is dark gold in color all over, and the surface of the seal is engraved with patterns of mountains and rivers. It contains earth-shaking power. Once it is sacrificed, it can be transformed into a giant seal of ten thousand feet, crushing the void. It is as heavy as Mount Tai. Anyone who is hit by it will have his bones broken at best, and his soul will be scattered at worst.

At the same time, Maitreya put his hands together, chanted mantras, and a golden shadow of Buddha appeared behind him. The Buddha's light shone everywhere and turned into a golden light curtain.

Zhao Gongming was not afraid. The Dinghai Divine Pearl in his hand shone brightly. The twenty-four pearls danced in the air and transformed into twenty-four streams of light, which collided head-on with the Fantian Seal.

Each of the Dinghai Divine Pearls was as heavy as a small world. When they attacked together, they actually sent the Fantian Seal flying back. Guangchengzi's body trembled, and his breathing became slightly disordered.

Although the "Amitabha Pure Light Shield" was extremely tough, it shattered into pieces like glass under the continuous impact of the Dinghai Divine Pearl. Maitreya's face turned pale and a trace of blood flowed from the corner of his mouth.

"Hmph, a mere trifle!" Zhao Gongming laughed loudly, and suddenly used another magic weapon in his hand, the "Dragon Binding Rope".

The Dragon Binding Rope rolled like a dragon or snake, heading straight for Guangchengzi's throat. Guangchengzi hurriedly dodged sideways, and at the same time, he made a hand gesture to summon a red flame sword.

The Scarlet Flame Sword and the Dragon Binding Rope collided, sparks flew, and strong winds were stirred up.

Maitreya saw this and gave a low cry, offering a string of Buddhist beads, called "Demon Subduing Beads". There were eighteen beads in total, each made from the relic of the Buddhist holy land. After being blown up by the wind, they could become a hundred feet in size. The beads radiated infinite Buddha light, containing the power to subdue demons and monsters. Under their crushing, even mountains could be reduced to dust.

Zhao Gongming's body flashed, his feet stepped on the void, and he used the Dinghai Divine Pearl in his hand again. The twenty-four pearls connected into a line, like a galaxy, and headed towards the Demon-Subduing Pearl.

The chaotic energy within the Dinghai Pearl exploded, colliding violently with the Buddha's light of the Demon-Subduing Pearl, and a deafening roar erupted between heaven and earth.

Although the Demon-Subduing Pearl had infinite Buddha power, it was eventually shattered into pieces and scattered like rain under the powerful pressure of the Dinghai Pearl. However, Zhao Gongming was as steady as a rock, and his breath was not disturbed at all.

Guangchengzi and Maitreya retreated repeatedly and were in a very embarrassing state.

Guangchengzi was shocked at Zhao Gongming's tyranny. You should know that when the Chan sect and the Jie sect separated, Zhao Gongming had not yet joined the Jie sect. That is to say, Zhao Gongming was much younger than him and had no chance to listen to the Three Pure Ones' preaching.

But Zhao Gongming was able to suppress him and fight against Maitreya, which made Guangchengzi doubt his life.

Maitreya also had an expression of seeing a ghost. He and Guangchengzi were both quasi-saints! Zhao Gongming was only in the late stage of Daluo Jinxian in terms of cultivation. Even if his physical body was strong, he shouldn't be able to easily crush the two of them alone, right?
"Fellow Daoist Guangchengzi, do you have any trump cards? If not, we are afraid that we will not be able to keep this son of destiny who will be deified." Maitreya sent a message to Guangchengzi.

After this fight, Guangchengzi knew that he would be defeated if he continued fighting. He didn't care about being taken advantage of by the Western religions, so he gritted his teeth and took out the Pangu Banner given by Yuanshi Tianzun.

As soon as the innate supreme treasure Pangu Banner came out, the surrounding chaotic air surged, the sky and the earth lost their color, the wind and clouds changed, and when the banner was unfurled, the chaotic air surged out and turned into a chaotic sword energy, which pressed the void to the point of distorting it.

Zhao Gongming's pupils shrank when he saw this scene. He was plotting against the Chan Sect and the Western Sect, but he never expected that Master Yuanshi would give the Pangu Banner to Guangchengzi.

The power of this innate treasure is hard to resist even with the Dinghai Divine Pearl and the Dragon Binding Rope to protect oneself.

Zhao Gongming glanced at Shen Gongbao who was trembling beside him, and then pretended to be helpless and said: "Shen Gongbao, I can't deal with this Pangu Banner! I will go to Jin'ao Island for help first, and then come back to save you."

After saying this, Zhao Gongming flashed, abandoned Shen Gongbao, turned into a golden light, and turned away without hesitation.

When Guangchengzi and Maitreya saw him retreat, they both breathed a sigh of relief.

Of course, the two of them did not dare to chase Zhao Gongming at this moment. They had just witnessed Zhao Gongming's strength. If it were not for the Pangu Banner, Zhao Gongming could easily defeat them alone.

(End of this chapter)