Lingyuan Immortal

Chapter 916 The Mysterious Feast of Clouds and Waves is About to Begin

After seeing off the Liu clan leader, Xuanjizi's eyes darted around before he turned back to the treasure pavilion atop the mountain.

As the carved wooden door creaked open, a tall figure could be seen gazing at the sea of ​​clouds with his hands behind his back, his plain white Taoist robe fluttering in the strong wind.

His heart stirred slightly, and he stepped forward, bowing deeply. He said, “Fellow Daoist Chen, regarding the gambling match at Chuntao Mountain that day… I was momentarily confused and aided the wicked, and now I regret it too late.”

"Now that the duel is over, I, the humble Daoist, accept my defeat and offer up the entire spiritual veins of Chuntao Mountain. I hope that you will not cause any rift between us and the Qiushan Sect because of this..."

After being reprimanded by his son and witnessing the Liu clan chief's apology, coupled with his belief that Chen Mu was not a petty person, all these factors made him no longer hesitate and calmly bow his head to face the situation.

As the saying goes, those near the water get the moon first, but I'm already a step behind. If the Wu, Li, and other powerful families get there first, even if I want to apologize, it will be hard for them to accept it...

Chen Mu, unaware of his thoughts, turned around and smiled upon hearing this: "Before the battle, Yu Xin paid homage to the Liang family, claiming that he came on the orders of the Qiushan Sect leader to befriend the Liang family. What, isn't that Fellow Daoist Xuanji's intention?"

Xuanji Zi was suddenly stunned. Xin'er... that's what she said?

He suddenly looked up, his gaze meeting those starry eyes reflecting the clouds, as if he had glimpsed their profound meaning, and suddenly felt enlightened.

Regardless of whether Yu Xin's actions were at his behest, Chen Zhenjun... no, Liang Shi, hoped it was his intention.

Chen Zhenjun may forgive and forget, but he needs to make a statement now.

Xuanji Zi's eyes flickered, fully aware of the meaning behind this statement.

Once he acknowledges that Yu Xin's actions were at his behest, he can naturally and logically befriend the Liang family, with Qiu Shan watching over and assisting them.

The consequence was that he became a villain who betrayed his country on the battlefield in the eyes of the Li family and other powerful clans, making it difficult for him to "change sides" or "waver between the two sides" from then on...

Even if he doesn't admit it, his relationship with the Li family is unlikely to return to normal, but these two choices are ultimately different.

He pondered for a moment, a decision forming in his mind.

The purpose was simply to apologize in order to befriend Chen Mu, and all that was asked was a statement from him, which already showed the other party's "kindness".

Thinking of this, he bowed again and said with a shameless smile, "It was indeed my idea for my son to go, but although he has realized his mistake, he cannot undo his previous offense. I still need to apologize to Fellow Daoist Chen..."

After listening, Chen Mu laughed loudly: "Fellow Daoist Xuanji, you are too kind. Since the Qiushan Sect is willing to befriend the Liang family, how could I blame you for such a trivial matter?"

Although the Qiushan Sect is not very powerful, it is still a True Lord's power. More importantly, it is adjacent to the Li and Liang families. If it can help the Liang family, even if the Li family starts a conflict again a hundred years later, it will be better than the Liang family being trapped in an isolated city.

Xuanjizi's throat relaxed slightly. His gaze lingered on Chen Mu's plain clothes for a moment before he suddenly clapped his hands and laughed, "It was my oversight. How could a banished immortal like you not have someone to serve you your sword and tea?"

He lightly flicked his wide sleeves and took a step closer: "I have a young daughter, Yu Huan. Though she is dull-witted, she is still intelligent. If she could serve by my side, it would be her destiny..."

It can only be said that old habits die hard. Even though Chen Mu had made it clear that he would no longer concern himself with the past, he still couldn't help but want to add another layer of protection.

He also had some ulterior motives. He thought that Chen Mu's sect was amazing, and if he could get his daughter to associate with such a person, even if she was just a personal maid, it would be a great fortune for her.

Chen Mu shook his head and smiled, politely declining, "I have always preferred tranquility, so there's no need for my precious pearl to be covered in dust."

Upon hearing this, a hint of regret flashed in Xuanjizi's eyes, but he dared not insist. After offering a few words of apology, he bowed and took his leave.

Since he had decided to befriend the Liang family, he had to visit them. When he reached the mountainside, he happened to run into Yu Xin, who was coming up the mountain.

He snorted and transmitted his voice, scolding, "You wicked creature, how dare you falsely convey the imperial decree..."

Yu Xin was taken aback, but then realized that Chen Zhenjun must have explained the matter to his father. He was not afraid at all. Instead, he raised his eyebrows and smiled smugly, "What, did I do something wrong, son?"

Xuanjizi glared at him: "Do you really think it's because of you?"

He glanced back slightly, his gaze sweeping over the gilded eaves that were faintly visible in the sea of ​​clouds: "It was just a coincidence that we encountered a benefactor who could determine the fate of the world..."

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Inside the treasure pavilion, after Chen Mu's thoughts settled down, he turned around and sat down on the futon. With a flick of his sleeve, he took out the azure embryonic egg that he had taken from Haixin City.

He made a hand seal with two fingers, and his magical power flowed like a tide. Watery spiritual light burst from his fingertips and pointed directly at the egg.

The next moment, a misty spray of water poured from his fingertips like a ribbon, continuously washing over the lustrous embryo like an inverted Milky Way.

Three hours later, the azure embryonic egg emitted a faint glow, but the surrounding black aura did not diminish, appearing lifeless and devoid of any vitality.

Chen Mu remained calm, watching intently. After another hour, he frowned and muttered, "Why is it like this again..."

Although he said he would put it aside for the time being before the war, he still took the time to nurture it several times during that period, and then he discovered that something was wrong.

According to Hong Wuyai at the auction, by constantly nurturing the egg with secret methods, the death energy of the egg can be gradually reduced. Regardless of whether it can be brought back to life in the end, at least on the surface, changes can be seen.

But after several attempts at nurturing him, apart from the first one or two times when he could clearly feel the death energy decreasing, there were no changes whatsoever...

"If the secret method is flawed, then there must be something else wrong with this item."

Chen Mu's eyes flickered: "Or... was it all a carefully orchestrated scheme from beginning to end?"

As he thought of this, the surrounding void began to ripple.

For him, deception was a minor matter; the real disaster would be if it led him astray.

After all, even if this egg ultimately failed to break through the death barrier, it was within his expectations. But if Hong Wuyai truly intended to fake it, then he would inevitably have to settle accounts with him...

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Three days later, at the Wu clan's territory, in front of the Lingxin Hall.

Dark clouds pressed down on the eaves, and a chill settled on the jade steps.

The Wu clan patriarch, clad in black robes and a jade crown, stood at the top of the steps. To his left stood Li Dan, his brows furrowed, while to his right stood Wu Songfu, the Golden Shadow True Lord, his gilded Taoist robe fluttering in the wind.

Four or five other figures followed behind with their hands hanging down. Among them, the Sun clan leader's wide sleeves, embroidered with cloud patterns, remained completely still under the pressure of this invisible force.

The three True Lords gathered here today, pacing back and forth, looking around as if waiting for someone to arrive.

The sky was overcast and there wasn't a sound of wind. The silence, combined with the still atmosphere, made even the True Lords feel a bit stuffy.

The Wu clan leader flicked his sleeves and finally spoke, breaking the silence: "Second brother, what time did Su Han say he would arrive here?"

“At three quarters past noon,” Wu Songfu replied coldly.

The Eastern True Lord glanced at the sky and frowned, saying, "But it's already late afternoon..."

Li Dan and the others looked rather grim. Su Han's actions clearly showed that he didn't take them seriously. The Twelve Famous Sects... were ultimately a level above them, and besides, they needed his help. They could only swallow their anger and wait silently.

Fortunately, not long afterward, fluctuations were heard from beyond the sky.

Everyone perked up and looked up.

In the gloomy sky, eight pure white celestial horses shattered the layers of clouds, and the jade chariot shafts were adorned with celestial patterns that flickered like stars.

Before the carriage even arrived, the clear and melodious music had already dispelled the gloom in all directions, and the thousand-foot-long blue light trailing behind the carriage plowed through the sea of ​​clouds, creating azure waves.

"Azure veins transform into profound mystery, Su Ye Chengtian... It's someone from the Su family!"

Wu, Li, and the others straightened their clothes and waited for the carriage to stop in the air before bowing in unison: "Fellow Daoist Su, we pay our respects."

As greetings were exchanged, the beaded curtain of the carriage swayed gently, and a beautiful woman in a light blue dress stepped out. Her gaze fell on Wu Songfu, and she smiled and said, "Brother Wu, we meet again."

The crowd, who had been looking down, were taken aback by these words. Then they looked up and exclaimed, "How could it be Fairy Su Nan?"

This woman's name is Su Nan, the second daughter of the second branch of the Su family. She has also reached the Daoist realm. It is worth mentioning that the Su family's Daoist Lord intends for this woman to become Wu Song's Daoist partner again...

At this moment, the beaded curtain was lifted again, and Su Han walked out, waving to everyone and smiling, "My younger sister heard that I was going to a gathering and insisted on coming along to relieve her boredom. She said that she was too bored to be idle, but in my opinion..."

He drew out the words meaningfully: "I'm afraid they have ulterior motives!"

Upon hearing this, everyone understood and their gazes subtly shifted to Wu Songfu and Su Nan.

The Wu clan leader was secretly delighted. If he could form a marriage alliance with the Su family, it would be a great honor for his clan.

He then said gently, "It is truly an honor for the Wu family that Fairy Nan has graced us with her presence. You are welcome to visit anytime you wish..."

Su Nan, feeling no shyness, thanked him and then asked Wu Songfu with a worried look, "Brother Wu, I heard you were injured in a fight. Has your injury healed yet?"

Wu Songfu felt somewhat uneasy, but he remembered his brother's instructions and shook his head with a smile, saying, "It's just a minor injury, nothing to worry about, Fairy Nan."

Su Nan nodded first, then his face turned cold, and he said solemnly, "Brother Wu, rest assured, I already know the whole story. With us here, we will not allow an outsider to bully our mountain family!"

Upon hearing this, Su Han frowned slightly, but didn't take it too seriously.

Wu, Li, and the others were already overjoyed and hurriedly invited the two to take their seats.

The group filed into the hall, and after taking their seats as hosts and guests, they did not rush to discuss matters, but instead toasted each other and exchanged pleasantries.

After several rounds of drinks, Li Dan tentatively brought up the topic: "True Lord Su, tomorrow is the day we agreed to meet with that Taoist Chen. I wonder when you plan to depart..."

After he finished speaking, everyone put down their wine cups and looked up at the person at the head of the table.

"Heh... Is a mere Outer Realm True Monarch really worth all of your attention?"

Su Han patted the round bottom of the maid in his arms, and after she got up, he sat up straight and said, "If you want the stakes, you will come to ask for them. Why should we lower ourselves?"

Before he finished speaking, everyone was shocked. They exchanged glances and, barely managing to suppress their trepidation, said, "True Lord Su, please don't underestimate him. That person's Dao Fruit is solid, and his cultivation method is profound and unpredictable. He is definitely not someone to be underestimated..."

"So what if they have an extraordinary background?"

Su Han casually sipped his wine, his gaze fixed on the three-inch universe reflected in the cup, and said meaningfully, "This is Guixu Spirit Pillar Mountain, the land that my thirty-six clans have managed for generations. As long as we don't harm its life, what is there to fear?"

Seeing that he wouldn't listen, the furrows between Li Dan and the others deepened.

They originally intended to use the influence of the Su family to mediate and resolve the dispute, thus saving face and avoiding losses.

But that doesn't mean they want to fight Chen Mu again. Is Su Han's tough stance a misinterpretation of their meaning?
Thinking of this, the Wu clan leader quickly gave his second brother a wink.

Wu Songfu immediately understood and said solemnly, "It is not that I am belittling myself, but although that Taoist Chen's cultivation is inferior to mine, he forced my Dao Fruit out with just one move, 'Mirror Flower Water Moon.' Such exquisite skill is truly the first I have ever seen in my life, and it should not be underestimated..."

"So that's what you all had in mind!"

Su Han suddenly burst into laughter and waved his hands repeatedly, saying, "No wonder you were so hesitant to speak today."

Su Nan then smiled and said, "Brother Wu, don't worry. Let me assure you, my eldest brother from the Su family successfully emerged from seclusion a couple of days ago. If any cultivator from the outer realm dares to act recklessly, do you think he can defeat my eldest brother from the Su family?"

The eldest brother of the Su family? Su Changge?!
Everyone's pupils contracted sharply, their wrists holding the cups trembled slightly, and the fine wine rippled in the cups.

Several of them hurriedly raised their glasses to their lips, using their sleeves to hide the shock on their faces...

This elder brother Su and his family are renowned figures. Hundreds of years ago, he had already achieved the Dao Inquiry Realm. Now that he has emerged from seclusion, he has probably successfully passed the "Sitting in Oblivion of the World" Realm. Moreover, he is ruthless by nature and is a very difficult person to deal with.

If this person comes to help, then Master Chen will indeed have little chance of winning.

only……

Everyone's gaze swept over Su Han, who was surrounded by women on both sides, and then glanced at Su Nan, whose eyes were filled with Wu Songfu. Could the two of them persuade the successor of the Su family?
The Wu clan leader's mind raced, preparing to subtly inquire. He rose, raised his cup, and toasted Su Han, saying, "True Lord Su, my younger brother recently visited Uncle Su. I wonder if he pleased the old man?"

Upon hearing this, Su Han nodded repeatedly: "Perfect, of course perfect. Song Fu is exceptionally talented and resolute, much more pleasing to the old man than a good-for-nothing like me. Otherwise, why would he..."

His eyes darted around, deliberately turning his unspoken words into a mischievous smile directed at Su Nan.

"That's very good, that's very good."

Taking advantage of the situation, the Wu clan chief leaned forward and asked, "This bet concerns the fate of the three families. I wonder if Uncle Su has said anything about it?"

Su Han's smile vanished instantly, and he said, "Does Clan Chief Wu want to ask whether we came here today on the orders of my father?"

The Wu clan leader's heart skipped a beat, sensing the other party's displeasure, and he quickly cupped his hands and said, "I wouldn't dare, I wouldn't dare..."

"So that you may all know, I, Su Han, though not talented, am still capable of representing the Su family!"

Su Han lost his appetite for drinking, snorted coldly, slammed the rhinoceros horn cup heavily on the table, then took out a letter from his sleeve and said in a deep voice, "I ask the Wu clan leader to have someone deliver this letter to that Taoist Chen."

The Wu clan leader looked at the large "Su" character on the envelope and couldn't help but ask, "This is..."

"It's just an invitation."

Su Han stood up: "Since tomorrow is the day of the peak exchange, then I will host a banquet for that Taoist Chen at Zhuxia Peak. The banquet will be endless, and we'll see how he takes charge of the peak!"

Having said that, he strode out, and a sudden clap of thunder roared in the sky outside the hall. The dark clouds that had been gathering for a long time surged like ink, and finally, a torrential downpour began...

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(End of this chapter)