Gou Dao Changsheng: Starting from the Reincarnation of a Demon Cultivator

Chapter 689 Primordial Green Spirit Wood, Mysterious Technique Inheritance
"A near-fourth-tier spiritual plant, the Primordial Green Spirit Wood." The yellow-robed array spirit struck out with a palm, causing the ancient wood to rustle.

"Fang Yi, this is the number one spiritual treasure of the Qingmu Palace lineage, and I now bestow it upon you."

A wisp of azure-blue aura descended from the treetop.

The yellow-robed spirit clenched its five fingers, condensing them into a shimmering pearl, its rich life force evolving into the Dao of Longevity.

"The Quasi-Fourth-Order Rare Forest Nourishing Pearl can be used by True Immortals in the Core Formation stage to refine their physical body, enhance their foundation, and transform their magical power."

"This precious pearl, Fang Yi, is bestowed upon you. I hope you will refine it well."

The yellow-robed spirit threw out the precious pearl.
His robes trailed on the ground, exuding the aura of time. His rough fingers gently stroked the branches, his face showing a look of reminiscence.

"Come back to Yanghuan Cave after you break through to the mid-stage of Core Formation."

This primordial green spirit wood is also left for you.

Fang Yi sensed the ancient aura emanating from the old man in the yellow robe before him and realized that he was no fool.

His eyes gleamed, and through the illusory image of the robe, he sensed the runes that seemed like chains binding the spirit of the yellow-robed formation.

"Who is the senior?"

"You're quite observant. When did you notice the clue?" The yellow-robed spirit sighed softly.

Fang Yi spoke up. "When I fought the six-armed demonic puppet, I sensed something in my heart."

"He's much better than that brute who practices fire magic." The yellow-robed array spirit gazed at the altar, looking at Xu Qingshe with considerable disdain.

"He was trying to condense a Fire Dao Golden Core, but his soul was still being eroded by the heat, and he could not grasp the principles of the strength and gentleness of fire."

Xu Qingshe's path is treacherous and narrow, unlike Fang Yi, whose foundation is solid and whose lifespan is long.

"There is a chance to condense a Nascent Soul, which could glorify the lineage of my Green Wood Palace."

"You flatter me, senior." Fang Yi spoke humbly and acted with gentle manners, but his mind was racing.

During the puppet battle, the array spirit's thoughts changed many times, from acting impartially to holding back on several occasions.

When he fought the six-armed demonic puppet, the puppet formation swarmed forward without mercy.

Using numerous spiritual plants to perform the Spirit Spore Technique, it would be difficult if the array spirits on the altar hadn't intentionally held back.

Since the Void Realm's Withered Glory Banner has not yet broken through to the mid-grade magic weapon level, his chances of victory are slim.

"It's incomparable, it's simply incomparable."

Fire Dao Golden Core cultivators are naturally adept at combat, yet Xu Qingshe's natal magic weapon was severely damaged and required refining and repair by golden silk charcoal.

"Among Golden Core cultivators, he's truly mediocre. How can he compare to you, Fang Yi?"

The yellow-robed array spirit's gaze fell upon Fang Yi, its disdain vanished, replaced by a smile and a kind look in its eyes.

"Bold and decisive, with another six hundred years of lifespan."

"The lineage of Qingmu Palace is entrusted to you, Fang Yi, so as not to fail the hard work of the ancestors of all generations."

"I am Chen Ang, and my Taoist name is Qingkuizi."

The last leader of the Green Wood Palace, after the palace's downfall, had his soul merge with the array spirit, and for over a thousand years has slumbered in his cave using the [Dead Wood Sealing Technique].

Seeing Fang Yi's wary expression, Chen Ang chuckled.

"You don't need to worry about me taking action against you, which is why you've been barely surviving until now."

My only wish now is to ensure the continuation of the Qingmu Palace's lineage.

"Crash!"

Chen Ang's magical power flowed, and runes appeared on his skin, forehead, and limbs.

"Human hearts are fickle. In order to prevent my mind from changing, when I transform into a spirit of the array, there are 336 laws engraved into my soul."

The most important point is that one must not kill any disciples of the Qingmu Palace lineage.

Fang Yi scanned the chains with his divine sense, revealing the various legal lines without any concealment.

'At least a near-fourth-tier Spirit Contract Master intervened to set up the restraints.'
All three hundred and thirty-six articles are for the purpose of inheriting the orthodox tradition, serving as a guarantee.

Fang Yi understood and connected the cause and effect.

Wood Dao cultivators are adept at concealing their cultivation level, and Chen Ang's revealed aura was no less than that of a Great True Person.

Then, he used the Dry Wood Sealing Technique to conceal his cultivation level and the Quasi-Fourth-Order Spirit Contract to bind his soul.

Before he entered the cave, his soul did not give any warning or sense anything amiss.

Fang Yi straightened his blue lotus crown, smoothed out the wrinkles in his robe, bowed respectfully, and spoke with reverence.

"This junior disciple, Fang Yi, greets the sect leader."

What decree has the sect leader issued?

The Yellow Robe's array spirit energy became increasingly solid, the laws of the array dimmed and subsided, and an expression of appreciation appeared on his face.

"I am ultimately just a dead soul, even if I transform into a formation spirit and receive nourishment from the formation and spiritual veins."

Even so, their intelligence cannot escape being worn away by the years.

Before being completely obliterated, it is only because of outstanding juniors like Fang Yi from the Green Wood Palace that we have a brief period of clarity.

"Like that Xu Qingshe Fire Dao Golden Core cultivator, whose hope of forming a Nascent Soul is slim, he is not worthy of my revival."

With his yellow robe waving, Chen Ang's face showed emotion.

Immediately, a bolt of lightning was unleashed, accompanied by rolling azure clouds and radiant light.

A jade-green wooden staff covered with insect and bird patterns floats in the air, exuding the aura of vicissitudes of time, as if it has been through the flow of time.

"My time in waking up is limited, so I won't waste it on you, Fang Yi."

This Azure Sky Staff, a treasure passed down through generations, was a top-tier opportunity in the Green Wood Palace back then, and now it is bestowed upon you as the second treasure.

A thousand years ago, during a battle, the fourth-order spiritual vein in the palace was shattered, and the Great Cloud Dynasty never again had the opportunity to give birth to a Nascent Soul spirit.

The staff contains the method for refining the supreme magic weapon, the Five Clouds Azure Sky Staff.

Once this treasure is fully refined, it can greatly enhance the owner's cultivation through secret techniques.

"When condensing a Nascent Soul, the chances of condensing it can be increased by 10%."

Chen Ang stroked the inscription on the Azure Sky Staff, his eyes gentle, his face showing reluctance.

But with a heavy heart, she threw the Azure Sky Staff into Fang Yi's arms.

It's yours now!

This staff has been passed down for three thousand years; Fang Yi, do not tarnish its reputation.

I have also prepared the materials for refining the Five Clouds Azure Sky Staff for you. Once the Primordial Azure Spirit Wood has fully grown, you can refine this treasure.

"What the sect leader said is that this treasure is equivalent to a Nascent Soul stage opportunity?"
"Thank you so much, Master, for bestowing this treasure!"

Fang Yi gripped the Azure Sky Staff, his face flushed red, his body trembling slightly with excitement, and he bowed deeply.

Chen Ang nodded slightly and repeatedly gave instructions.

"This treasure has been passed down for three thousand years. Fang Yi, you should carefully refine it and not waste my efforts."

"Please rest assured, Sect Leader, this disciple will never tarnish the prestige of the Five Clouds Azure Sky Staff lineage."

Fang Yi felt a chill run down his spine.

Three thousand years?
Let alone three thousand years, even three years is not enough for the insect and bird patterns on this green bamboo staff to be that old.

Although the wooden staff is covered with insect and bird patterns, it exudes the vitality of the vicissitudes of time, as if it has been through the flow of time.

When it comes to forgery, he is the grandmaster!

There are slight differences in the wear between the staff shaft and the staff tip, indicating that the original material of the ancient staff is genuine.

However, the insect and bird patterns on the seal were recently engraved and then artificially aged.

The staff was imbued with a sense of age and vicissitude, refined by the power of magic and the Daoist principles of the four seasons.

Fang Yi never used such outdated and crude methods in his previous life.

These spiritual objects, passed down for three thousand years, differ in their materials and preservation methods.

The overall energy and vitality of a person over time differ.

If it were Fang Yi making a move, the area where he usually holds his cane would be teeming with people.

The top and bottom of the staff need to be adjusted according to their categories, and different depths of wind erosion marks, water erosion patterns, and decaying energy should be added.

Is the body's energy consistent throughout the years?
Chen Ang has too little experience in fabricating evidence.
Fang Yi seemed impatient and probed it with his divine sense. After a while, his thoughts began to race.

The Five Clouds Azure Sky Staff is a wondrous magical artifact, but the spiritual materials used in its refinement are quite interesting.
He glanced at the yellow-robed spirit, whose face was kind and who was giving earnest advice and repeated instructions, and a strange smile crept across his face.

'Living puppet method? '

Within the Green Wood Palace, there is actually a lineage of puppetry from the [Ghostly Craftsmanship Pavilion].

What a coincidence!

Fang Yi was well aware of what Chen Ang wanted.

In ancient times, the reputation of the Ghost Father Divine Craftsmanship Pavilion was never considered upright.

The unorthodox path, or even the heretical path, is most suitable.

Among them, the method of "Living Puppet" and the method of "Human Puppet" are equally renowned, representing the pinnacle of puppetry. The creation of a human puppet is extremely difficult, yet the puppet being created offers no resistance and is perfectly aligned with its master's will.

Once successful, the magic power and soul are continuously tainted, almost like an external avatar.

When humans and puppets join forces, and with the aid of secret techniques, their energy flows smoothly, often giving them the ability to overcome stronger opponents.

If a calamity befalls them, the puppet has another wonderful use: it can serve as a dwelling for the puppet master to renovate after possessing another body.

The [Living Puppet Technique] was created by the Divine Craftsman Ancestor, who wished to bring life from death. Bronze opened its mouth, wood and stone walked, and living beings were sacrificed.

Ultimately, he did not achieve his goal, but left behind a method for refining top-tier dwellings.

'To live another life?'
You want to possess me?

Fang Yi's "Scripture of Life, Death, Withering and Flourishing" circulated, and the Void Realm Banner of Withering and Flourishing in his dantian fluttered, bestowing blessings upon him.

His eyes held a profound and subtle understanding of life's ups and downs.

Invisible energy channels were channeled into Chen Ang, making his aura comparable to that of a Great Immortal.

It was also restricted by various runes. But a gray-blue spiritual light protected the deepest part of the soul.

'You have something in mind.'
Since there is a desire, there will be weaknesses and vulnerabilities.

Fang Yi was sharpening his knife, Chen Ang had something to ask for, and so did he.

The Green Wood Palace has produced Nascent Soul True Monarchs, and the cultivation manuals, various supernatural powers and secret techniques, and the inheritance of magical treasures are all things he needs.

The "Scripture of Life, Death, Withering and Flourishing" is incomplete; the third stage is already the limit. Fang Yi is cultivating at the Core Formation stage, and his progress in cultivation has slowed down.

To break through to the Nascent Soul realm, one still needs the support of the Green Wood Palace's resources.

Fang Yi withdrew his divine soul power, a look of hesitation on his face.

"Sect Leader, I am now the Sect Leader of Xuan Yang Mountain, and our sect has a near-fourth-tier wood-attribute spiritual vein."

"I wonder if I could take this Primordial Azure Spirit Wood with me, and refine it day and night so that I can reach the fourth rank as soon as possible."

Chen Ang's heart tightened slightly.

'Xuanyang Mountain?'

Would the old fogies of the Zoroastrianism allow Da Yun to develop a near-fourth-tier spiritual vein?

His divine sense swept over Fang Yi and saw that Fang Yi's face was earnest, but his heart, soul, and blood flow remained unchanged.

'Is this not just empty talk and deception?'

'Naturally, it's all lies and deception!'

Sensing the barely perceptible power of his soul, Fang Yi sneered inwardly.

Does Xuan Yang Mountain have any quasi-fourth-tier spiritual veins?

Is the spiritual vein a wood element?
He was not a great master like Tian Quezi, who ruled over Xuan Yang, so naturally he did not know the specific details.

However, speaking carelessly, making falsehoods and deceiving others, and passing off falsehoods as truth, if one is still like a novice, will cause changes in one's consciousness, heart, blood, and magical power.
The Corpse God Child of the Nether Spring Sect doesn't even know how to deceive?
It’s so generous!

Chen Ang's mind raced; he was unwilling to go through all that trouble only to benefit Fang Yi.

As the main material for the [Living Puppet Technique], the Yuan Sheng Qing Ling Wood must never be handed over to Fang Yi.

However, having been trapped in the cave for a thousand years, a Wood Dao Golden Core cultivator has finally arrived, and we must not let him go easily.

'That damned old bastard, even in his dying days, he still managed to scheme against me.'

Chen Ang's mind raced, and in the blink of an eye, a plan came to mind, and he had a solution.

He shook his head slightly, saying helplessly.

"According to the decree left by the True Lord, this Primordial Green Spirit Wood should be bestowed upon you, Fang Yi."

However, during the test of combat, Fang Yi, you failed the highest level assessment, and even the Great Master was powerless to protect himself.

This primordial green spirit wood cannot be given to you.

Fang Yi felt a chill in his heart.

If he were to actually participate in the assessment, giving Chen Ang an opportunity to make a move would be extremely dangerous.

Will a tiger, once its chains are loosened, really hold back so easily?

If it were him, bound by the legal contract, he would have an opportunity to take advantage of the house he valued.

First, severely injure and cripple them, then provide medical treatment.

In this back-and-forth exchange, one can not only see through the fundamentals of a dwelling, but also secretly make countless underhanded moves.

混毒
Soul suggestion
Magical erosion
Fang Yi could come up with at least dozens of underhanded methods in a flash.

This method, if left unused, is neither beneficial nor harmful, and even a master of the third-order Heavenly Secrets Dao would not notice it in the slightest.

Fang Yi's mind raced, and he spoke again.

"Within the cave, there may be the inheritance of the divine powers and secret techniques of the Green Wood Palace."

The Xuan Yang Mountain, where the disciple resides, has very little accumulated knowledge of wood-based cultivation techniques, with only third-tier techniques passed down through generations.

"Not a single one of these third-tier wondrous techniques, comparable to the innate divine abilities of demon races."

Chen Ang felt a chill in his heart. As a Grand Master of Wood Dao, he was naturally not lacking in the third-order wondrous techniques passed down in the Green Wood Palace.

But he absolutely refused to give it up.

Fang Yi, in the early stage of Core Formation, could already fight against those in the middle stage of Core Formation. If he were to supplement his skills with three more advanced techniques...

The difficulty level then increased significantly, and he did not underestimate any Golden Core cultivator.

Fang Yi knew what was going on.

"The old man has a guilty conscience, which will only add more trouble, so he is unwilling to give away even one of the wonderful methods of wood cultivation."

But that's not up to you.

His expression darkened slightly as he casually put away the wooden staff covered in insect and bird patterns, and said with disappointment.

"The former Qingmu Palace has fallen into such a state of desolation; it was my greed that led me to do this."

'not good!
If Fang Yi doubts the legacy of the Azure Wood Palace and doesn't collect spiritual items, what will I use to refine the living puppet?

Seeing the disappointment and disdain in Fang Yi's eyes, Chen Ang's heart tightened.

The spiritual materials required for refining a living puppet are considerable, and Fang Yi will have to be careful to collect them.

I don't know when it will be ready.

He smiled and began to speak.

"Hahaha, the Qingmu Palace has a long-standing lineage, how could it not have a third-order wondrous technique?"

I was merely contemplating what kind of wondrous method to pass on.

After a moment's thought, Chen Ang used his fingers as a brush and his magical power as ink, and spiritual texts appeared.

【Azure sky and precious clouds】.
A wondrous protective technique emerged, each word a gem, with glimpses of a spirit deer treading in the air and a precious tree swaying in the wind.

Fang Yi's eyes shone brightly as he imprinted each spiritual rune into his soul.

After a long while, he was amazed.

As expected of the Qingmu Palace's heritage, the [Azure Sky Treasure Cloud Qi] not only has defensive capabilities but also has the functions of restoring magic and healing.

It can also be mixed with different kinds of medicinal herbs to create unique and wonderful uses.

If mixed with spiritual poison
Hey!
Fang Yi's mind raced, and he spoke again.

"Master, your disciple is skilled in defense but lacks offensive capabilities."
This [Azure Sky Treasure Cloud Qi], though a wonderful technique, is not very effective.

"Then what do you want to do?" Chen Ang asked, his face showing displeasure.

"The Azure Sky Treasure Cloud Qi is a top-tier inherited technique of the Wood Dao. If the Azure Wood Palace were still around..."

Even a Golden Core cultivator must perform great deeds to receive this inheritance.

Fang Yi had already figured Chen Ang out of his grasp.

[The Puppet Technique] Chen Ang will not turn against him until it is accomplished.

His face was resolute as he argued his case. "But the Aoki Palace has long been destroyed."

"Sect Leader, I am the true hope of the Daoist lineage!"

"Then what do you want to do?" Chen Ang's expression hardened slightly, then his tone softened as he advised, "Fang Yi, don't bite off more than you can chew."

After you have completed your cultivation of the Azure Sky Treasure Cloud Qi, I will then teach you the wonderful methods of attack.

"This..." Fang Yi hesitated for a moment before speaking.

"This disciple possesses several puppets; I wonder if I can teach you the art of puppet formations."

"Puppet array?" Chen Ang's expression softened slightly as he thought of the third-tier Azure Feather White Crane Puppet.

"Can!"

As a peak third-tier puppeteer, teaching Fang Yi puppet formations was not a problem.

Even though the puppeteers on the left and right had just entered the third rank, they couldn't escape his grasp, even with the inheritance of puppet arrays.

(End of this chapter)