Great Red Immortal Sect

Chapter 505 Secret Affairs
Inside Bingyang Palace.

The sunlight flowed, and the dark energy surged. The myriad demons on the celestial dome shone with a mixture of light and darkness, making it even more mystical.

Yang Yuanyi sat in the main seat, his expression stern, his dark eyes deep, and the feathers on his temples were now completely dyed black and gold.

He wore a dark, flame-patterned robe, exuding an aura of power. He was about to complete another supernatural power, but his lower body was almost completely integrated with the Dark Fiend, submerging the bronze throne.

This scene was quite similar to Mu Wude's demeanor in the past, which stirred Xu Xuan's heart and made him secretly take note.

Yang Chongzhou sat calmly on the outer side, his expression remaining peaceful and gentle.

Despite being a direct descendant of the Golden Crow, he showed no arrogance whatsoever, much like a recluse from the ancient immortal path, possessing an extraordinary demeanor.

"The [Bingri Fengyan Ya] clan also inherits the bloodline of my Golden Crow. This marriage alliance was not only chosen by Senior Shang Guang, but also supported by many elders in our clan. A title has been given to the noble lady Yuanxin: [Bingri Yingling Huowu].

"If Yuanxin eventually reaches the Purple Mansion, he shall be named [Yingling], and shall hold a position equal to that of my clan's bloodline."

Yang Chongzhou's voice carried the majestic power of the heavens and the earth. With these words, he formally bestowed this extremely noble title upon the person. It was not "crow" but "black crow," a title of extraordinary significance.

On the throne, Yang Yuanyi, whose title was [Bingri Huiming Huoya], spoke first, his tone calm yet tinged with joy:
"On behalf of Yuanxin, I thank Yanggu for his generous gift."

Yang Chongzhou's gaze was gentle as he glanced at Xu Xuan and Yang Yuanxin before continuing:
"This marriage is also a union between Yanggu and Mingze, and with the fire crows bringing harmony, it is truly a fortunate event."

"Yuanxin also thanks Your Highness."

Yang Yuanxin lowered her head slightly, then raised it again, her crimson eyes like fire, looking directly at the noble golden crow, her voice gradually becoming resolute.

"I have one more question to ask. I wonder how the old master is doing? Although my cultivation is shallow, I know that a high position is hard to come by. I only hope that my ancestors are well and that I can see them again in this life."

Upon hearing this, a dark aura seemed to emanate from the throne above, and black flames leaped forth.

Yang Yuanyi's gaze suddenly sharpened, and she said in a solemn voice:
“Yuanxin, such important matters should not be discussed lightly! The lords of Yanggu have their own plans.”

However, Yang Yuanxin did not back down.

Her spine was straight, as if supported by an invisible force. The confusion and bewilderment of the past were gone from her red eyes, replaced by a peaceful and strong strength.

This fire crow, who was only at the Foundation Establishment stage, looked straight up at his familiar yet unfamiliar elder brother, showing no sign of retreat.

“Brother, my cultivation is low, only at the Foundation Establishment stage, but I still care about the clan. There is no news of our father, and the old master's condition is unknown. You do not wish to talk about this matter, but I have to ask.”

Her voice carried a hint of stubbornness, which stirred something in Xu Xuan's heart, as if he were meeting this Fire Crow's eldest daughter for the first time.

"How could I forget the kindness of my elders, how could I forget the teachings of my father, and how could I forget the days I spent with my elder brother!"

Darkness seemed to freeze for a moment. Yang Yuanyi's dark eyes looked to the side, obscuring the intense gaze.

He remained silent, offering neither response nor explanation. Despite his esteemed status, he felt a burning sensation from that gaze, causing the demon king a slight pang of anxiety.

The atmosphere inside the hall was tense, when Xu Xuan's voice rang out like thunder.

"Lord Shangguang has treated me well, and I have the same question."

Dragon energy spread, purple currents surged, his gaze was calm as he looked at Yang Chongzhou, who wore a black and gold sun-patterned Daoist robe, and said slowly:

"I wonder if Fellow Daoist Linzhou could reveal some information? That would put our minds at ease and prevent us from worrying about the old master's health every day."

Two gazes met, purple lightning and the sun's radiance clashed, and a subtle confrontation was revealed.

Xu Xuan felt a profound pressure from the other party. Although they were both descendants of the Great Sage, the other party cultivated the most noble lineage of the Sun, which even restrained the Thunder!
Yang Chongzhou's smile remained unchanged, his tone carrying a worldly-wise calmness:

"Our clan truly wishes to help our predecessors attain enlightenment."

His golden-white eyes swept over the demons present, his tone resolute:
"Senior Shang Guang is a top-tier Bing Fire cultivator of this era. How could he be uninterested in a Gold rank? However, a Fruit rank is not easy to obtain. If you seek a Venerable rank, our clan can provide considerable assistance."

Mentioning the matter of Bing Fire, Yang Yuanyi's demeanor changed, and a murderous fire seemed to surge deep within his dark eyes as he pressed on in a deep voice:
"I wonder... what is the current state of this Fire element?"

Upon hearing this, Yang Chongzhou paused slightly, as if considering his words, and after a short while, he sighed and said:
"The position of fruition is unclaimed, but the Bing fire was protected in the past, which does not affect the pursuit of the throne. However, in the end, we still need to wait for the position of fruition to reappear before we have more opportunities."

"Senior Shang Guang is currently studying the method of seeking gold in the valley. It was left behind by the demon lord Xi Hua, who was once in the position of Heng Guang. He is waiting for the Bing Fire to reappear, which will be the time to seek gold."

Xu Xuan felt a chill run down his spine; the situation was quite different from what he had guessed.

He used to think that Jinwu's order for Shangguang Demon King to seek gold was a test of Binghuo, but now he sees that this clan clearly understands the situation of this path very well.

The atmosphere in the hall became solemn for a moment. Xu Xuan pondered for a while before asking:
"Is the position of Bing Fire about to reappear?"

"Indeed, at that time, Hengguang, Zhuli, and Douxuan will all have the opportunity to prove their innocence. As for the rest, I cannot say."

Yang Chongzhou maintained a calm demeanor, but his tone carried an unquestionable air.

Upon hearing this, Xu Xuan's mind raced.

He once obtained a Dao marker in the Kunwei Heaven and used it to contact Hengyi. Perhaps this was a method left behind by the [Tianbing Zhaoyang Hengguang Zhenjun] to await his return.

Jinwu has a deep understanding of the state of Binghuo, and with a high-ranking official in charge, what is his attitude towards the [Hengguang] True Lord? Does he want to bring him into his fold in one fell swoop, or does he have other plans?

Yang Chongzhou then continued:
"The Fire Crows also share the surname Yang and are relatives of our clan. We have maintained close contact since the summer solstice. The Fire Crows need not worry about Senior Shang Guang's matter."

"It was presumptuous of me, Your Highness, thank you for your clarification."

Yang Yuanxin thanked the other party and said no more, seemingly relieved.

Ripples spread across the golden landscape. Yang Chongzhou turned his gaze to the Netherworld Dragon King and said:
"Let's talk about the marriage now. According to ancient rites, the marriage of the Great Sage's bloodline should be in accordance with the timing of Heaven. Ren corresponds to Xuan Ying, so it can be set in winter. What do you think?" "That's fine."

Xu Xuan readily agreed, but Yang Chongzhou, looking at him with suspicion, asked:
"I wonder if the Dragon Court could send someone from the Purple Mansion to observe the ceremony?"

"The Mingyun Heaven has undergone a transformation, cutting off all routes outwards. Now, the only way to contact them is through the Cave Abyss."

"I see."

Yang Chongzhou sighed softly, his emotions quite complex, and continued:
“I am also burdened with the mission of my clan and must first go to Donghan, then to Liguo. After the mission is completed, I must return to my grotto and not delay. Please forgive me for not being able to attend the ceremony of this marriage.”

"It's alright, fellow Daoist, you should prioritize clan affairs."

Xu Xuan remained calm, but a sense of relief quietly settled in his heart.

He did want this Golden Crow to leave as soon as possible. With the other party here, he couldn't even cultivate in peace, always having to worry about this Sun Purple Mansion, Golden Crow Emperor Blood.

"The clan has prepared two small gifts as a token of their appreciation, and they have asked me to deliver them."

After Yang Chongzhou finished speaking, a bright light suddenly appeared in his palm.

He took out a precious pill that shone with a bright red light, with golden patterns of the sun and fire on it. The pill exuded a fragrance and its yang energy was clearly visible. It was a great pill of the fire element.

Xu Xuan had previously asked Ping Xiu to refine the [Crimson Bright Yang Bing Pill], a spiritual pill used by the Chu royal family, but it was still no match for the spiritual pill that the other party had taken out.

"This is the [Sun Fire-Cleaning Pill], which comes from the Sun Palace. In the past, the [King of Bingyang] also took one of these pills to achieve supernatural powers. Today, I am giving it to Yingling as a congratulatory gift."

He offered up the pill, which fell into Yang Yuanxin's hands, causing her to look slightly surprised and her heart to surge with excitement.

This elixir is quite famous, and cultivators from the Bing, Li, and Zhen paths throughout history have sought it out. The method of refining it has long been lost, and its preciousness lies in the [Qingling Shenyi Dan] that was once part of our clan.

With this pill, her breakthrough to the Purple Mansion realm is already very secure.

Yang Yuanxin was originally a direct descendant of the Fire Crow, and this lineage even contained the blood of the Golden Crow. As long as they cultivated the orthodox Bing Fire, they could usually break through smoothly after reaching adulthood.

She has reached the pinnacle of her cultivation of the Kunwu Stove, and with this elixir in hand, she can now prepare for seclusion!
Yang Chongzhou then looked at Xu Xuan, his gaze shifting slightly.

A turquoise spiritual root appeared in his hand, resembling both wood and stone, exuding a rolling aura of wood, with layers of dragon scale-like patterns on it, scattering purple lightning and gleaming blue light.

"This is the [Great Zhenyang Xutian Root], which fell from the [Jianmu] tree in the past. It is extremely mysterious and has some relation to the dragon family. It can also enhance the Zhen thunder. It is just right to congratulate the Mingdu Dragon King."

Xu Xuan took it and observed it silently. His internal supernatural powers sensed it, and the thunder in the swamp seemed to surge into the sky, echoing the previous observation.

'The element of Jia wood actually has a certain auspicious effect on thunder, which is completely opposite to the nature of wood, which is unfavorable in controlling and neutralizing thunder.'

He had a feeling that wood-related items were not very popular and had never reached the Purple Mansion level. Now, looking at it again, it seemed to have some connection with thunder and lightning, and might even be related to dragons.

'Could the last Dragon Lord have fallen to this path?'

The true dragon transformed into nine sons, each different, and their lineages were quite diverse and somewhat strange. Normally, they would have originated from the five waters.

He remained calm and put the item away.

Putting everything else aside, this Jiamu spiritual item is definitely a top-grade Purple Mansion spiritual item, on par with [Hengming Zunguang Xuanyan] and [Tiangu Gengshi Zhenyin], and is sufficient to serve as the foundation of a spiritual treasure.

Yang Chongzhou smiled slightly when he saw Xu Xuan put it away.
"I wish to admire the scenery of Heavenly Lake. May I ask the Dragon King of the Netherworld to accompany me?"

His tone held a hint of ambiguity as he looked over, the sunlight shifting and shifting.

"please."

Xu Xuan understood; this Golden Crow clearly wanted to speak with him alone.

Yang Yuanyi, seated at the table, also saw through the intricacies of the matter and said in a deep voice:
"I'd like to have a chat with Yuanxin. Please make yourselves at home."

Xu Xuan immediately stood up, bid farewell, and broke through the void, leading the golden crow towards the Heavenly Pool.

In the vast void, in no time at all, the two arrived at the Heavenly Pool and reached the Ren Sea.

Xu Xuan quietly activated the Sea Capital Formation to shield the outside world, and Yang Chongzhou understood and activated the golden token at his waist. Instantly, the sun's mysterious light surged and a magnificent imperial might manifested.

"Now, let's get down to business."

Yang Chongzhou's temperament gradually changed. His previous peaceful aura dissipated, replaced by a majestic and awe-inspiring presence. With the addition of his extremely profound solar supernatural powers, he was like the sun and the heavens hanging in the sky.

Xu Xuan's gaze was as deep as an abyss, and purple lightning emanated from his body. Suddenly, a burst of mysterious yin light emanated from the reverse scale on his neck, and dragon energy spread out, level with his opponent, neither increasing nor decreasing.

This did stir something in Yang Chongzhou's heart.

He came from an extremely high social standing. In terms of bloodline, lineage, cultivation, and destiny, he was among the most outstanding in the world. He had even received teachings from an adult.

The sun has a unique ability to restrain thunder, and this dragon from the underworld also gives him a very dangerous feeling, not much different from him.

"Dragon King of the Netherworld, do you know about the matter of Jiaoyang?"

Yang Chongzhou suddenly spoke, his voice deep and resonant.

The light in this vast expanse dimmed abruptly, and a deep, dark aura rose up, spreading and growing at the edges.

(End of this chapter)