Yuantian Pidao

Chapter 264 Herding Clouds
Muyu Island, shrouded in mist and shimmering with spiritual light.

Beneath the peachwood tree, looking at the latest intelligence report, Jiang Chen's face revealed a hint of interest.

"Another Qi Refining Perfection cultivator has emerged. This Five Immortals Mountain is truly a treasure land."

Having figured out the whole story, Jiang Chen felt a sense of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, mixed feelings).

Including the black snake that died at his hands before, two demons have advanced to the Qi Refining stage in a short period of time, which is truly rare.

"Sect Master, you killed the Red Fox with a single sword strike. With just a newly promoted Qi Refining Perfection cultivator, the demons of Five Immortal Mountain shouldn't dare to be so arrogant. There must be another scheme behind this."

Looking at Jiang Chen, who seemed interested, Wang Yuan shared his opinion.

Hearing this, Jiang Chen nodded.

According to intelligence reports from various parties, the demons of Wuxian Mountain seem to be making great strides and intend to sweep through the county, but those who have actually rushed in are mostly minor figures or cannon fodder. The real core leaders are still staying near Wuxian Mountain and have not really penetrated into Qingyuan County.

"How's the situation in Qing Teng County?"

Without dwelling on the issue of Five Immortals Mountain, Jiang Chen changed the subject.

Upon hearing this, Wang Yuan was slightly taken aback.

"Reporting to the Sect Master, according to the latest intelligence, the situation in Qing Teng County is not good. Blackwater Dock has once again unleashed a beast tide, which has begun to attack the border defense line. The Qingmu family has issued a war decree, conscripting families and rogue cultivators within the county to participate in the war."

In a low voice, Wang Yuan recounted everything he knew.

Hearing this, Jiang Chen was thoughtful.

"It seems that Five Immortals Mountain wants to coordinate with Blackwater Dock, but because of the Mist Dragon, Green Snake was injured and has become timid."

By connecting the dots, Jiang Chen had a general idea of ​​the situation in the four southern prefectures.

"It seems I still need to make a trip to Wuxian Mountain. In any case, Qingyuan County cannot be allowed to descend into chaos."

Shaking his head, Jiang Chen stood up.

He was well aware of the Five Immortals Mountain demons' plans. They were simply using the Green Serpent Demon as a backer to lure him to Five Immortals Mountain. Since that was the case, he decided to go. He also wanted to see what the Green Serpent Demon was like now and how far he was from transforming into a dragon.

Watching Jiang Chen's departing figure, Wang Yuan's lips moved, but in the end he said nothing. He knew that Jiang Chen must have his own reasons for making this choice.

With a whoosh, the cranes cried out, and Jiang Chen rose into the air on the wind. However, he did not head straight for Wuxian Mountain immediately, but instead came to the sky above Muyu Island, where there was a small sea of ​​clouds.

"It seems there have been some results."

As he landed on the pure white clouds, feeling the solid ground beneath his feet, Jiang Chen's heart stirred slightly.

The mist dragon condensed its Dao Foundation and ascended to the Cloud Platform. Besides promoting the transformation of its bloodline into a dragon, the greatest function of this Dao Foundation is to weave and herd clouds, and to graze the sea of ​​clouds. The small sea of ​​clouds in front of it is the result of the mist dragon's cultivation during this period.

As Jiang Chen appeared, the clouds and mist changed, and the mist dragon, which had been blending with the clouds and breathing in the mist, revealed its form.

Compared to when it first advanced, the Mist Dragon's aura has now completely stabilized. With the advancement of its natal magic weapon, the Flood Dragon Armor, into a spiritual weapon, its cultivation has become much smoother. Not only has its cultivation level become completely stable, but it has also comprehended a spiritual technique.

However, it wasn't the most skilled killer, the Thousand Tribulations Cold Light, but rather the Cloud and Rain Manipulation technique. This technique was most compatible with it, allowing it to naturally comprehend the changes in clouds and water while herding the sea of ​​clouds. "The Divine Soul Golden Body has been forged. Although I am somewhat confident in my abilities with just the power of my Divine Soul, I still need to bring the Mist Dragon along just in case."

With a thought, Jiang Chen used his sleeves to absorb the mist dragon into his body.

Having done all this, Jiang Chen pushed the Thousand Crane Feather Robe to its limit, rode a crane away, heading straight for Five Immortals Mountain.

Just as Jiang Chen set off, two demons gathered together on the outskirts of Five Immortals Mountain: Ci Jinchuan, the patriarch of the hedgehog clan, and Huang San, the patriarch of the weasel clan.

This time, not only Ci Jinchuan but also Huang San successfully broke through to the Qi Refining Perfection stage after receiving the Dragon Transformation Pill bestowed by the Green Serpent. Huang San had been hiding his cultivation level before, but this time he seized the opportunity and managed to break through by chance.

Do you think that Taoist priest of the Taiping Heaven will come?

His voice was icy, like the clash of metal. Looking into the distance, a hint of worry flashed in Ci Jinchuan's eyes.

"They will come. They killed the Red Fox with their sword and intimidated all sides in order to unify Qingyuan County. Under such circumstances, they will naturally not let us act recklessly. After all, they do not know of my existence, let alone the existence of the Empress."

Twisting his beard, Huang San remained calm and composed.

In order to teach Jiang Chen a lesson, it deliberately concealed its own cultivation level and had never made a move before, only exposing Ci Jinchuan to the world. If Jiang Chen were to come carelessly, he would face the combined attack of it and Ci Jinchuan.

Upon hearing this, Ci Jinchuan did not refute it.

"The Taoist of Taiping is incredibly powerful; even if you and I join forces, we might not be a match for him."

Without changing his tone, Ci Jinchuan expressed his true concerns.

Although it successfully broke through to the Qi Refining Perfection stage with the help of the Dragon Transformation Pill, it also felt that its own realm was somewhat unstable. Its true combat strength was probably only at the lower end among those at the Qi Refining Perfection stage. If it was like this, Huang San was not much better, and might even be worse off.

Upon hearing this, Huang San smiled.

"Haha, I don't know how strong the Taoist of Peace really is. I only know that no matter how strong he is, he is only at the Qi Refining stage and is definitely no match for a Dao Foundation stage demon."

"Although Her Majesty is currently in seclusion, she can still spare the time when it matters most. If the Taoist priest of Taiping dares to come, he is doomed."

"Brother Jinchuan, don't think too much. The most important thing is to perform well and win the Empress's favor. If you can please the Empress and she bestows upon you another Dragon Transformation Pill, then the inheritance of our two clans will truly be guaranteed."

His words were full of laughter, and Huang San's face showed no fear of Jiang Chen, only a longing for the Dragon Transformation Pill.

Its accumulation was not as good as Ci Jinchuan's, and it originally thought that it would not succeed this time. Unexpectedly, the effect of the Dragon Transformation Pill was even more miraculous than it had expected, and it actually pushed it directly to the Qi Refining Perfection stage, which was truly incredible.

Upon hearing this and looking at Huang San, Ci Jinchuan thought about it carefully and also felt that there was no major problem.

In fact, according to Huang San's original plan, they were going to be more aggressive and go directly into Qingyuan County to force Jiang Chen to take action. It was because they felt uneasy that they adjusted their strategy and lured Jiang Chen to Wuxian Mountain.

There is indeed an insurmountable chasm between the Foundation Establishment of Dao and the Qi Refining stage. No matter how sharp Jiang Chen's sword is, he is still only at the Qi Refining stage, while Lady Qinghua is still at the Foundation Establishment stage even if she cannot use her full strength. This is the fundamental difference between the two.

"I hope I'm overthinking it."

With a soft sigh, Cijinchuan stopped thinking about it, but a sense of unease lingered in its heart.

(End of this chapter)