Yuantian Pidao

Chapter 489 Fragments of the Thunder Seal
In Lanyun City, the third-order Spirit Locking and Returning to Origin Array was operating at full power, manifesting chains.

With a whoosh, the branches and leaves unfurled, and under Tao Yao's control, the spiritual chains bound and dragged the third-tier spiritual vein into Lanque Mountain. For a moment, the earth's energy boiled, the earth shook, and even the celestial phenomena changed. However, at the critical moment, Tao Yao intervened and calmed the violent turmoil.

As time passed, under the constraints of the vast network constructed by the Locking Spirit Returning to Origin, the originally restless third-order spiritual veins gradually calmed down, slowly adapted to this new place, and began to connect with the surrounding spiritual network.

Noticing this change, Tao Yao, who had been very nervous, finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Although it had once fostered a third-tier spiritual vein, this was the first time it had subdued one. After learning about the Dragon Earthworm Cave, it began to prepare for this, and fortunately, everything went smoothly.

As the third-tier spiritual vein stabilized, the strange phenomena near Lanyun City completely dissipated, leaving only a dense spiritual energy constantly rising and nourishing all things. Although it had only just begun, the profound mysteries of the third-tier spiritual vein had already begun to manifest.

Looking at this scene from above the clouds, Jiang Chen nodded in satisfaction.

Under normal circumstances, the influence of spiritual veins should not be taken lightly, especially spiritual veins above the third rank. If one is not careful, disaster may be brewing. Fortunately, Tao Yao is not only proficient in array formations, but also skilled in controlling spiritual energy, which is why she was able to easily suppress a third-rank spiritual vein.

"Tao Yao has an extremely high talent in controlling spiritual energy. Previously, she stimulated the growth of a spiritual vein and directly turned that third-order spiritual vein into her own vassal. Now, in subduing this spiritual vein, she has unintentionally changed the true form of this spiritual vein."

With a glint in his eyes, Jiang Chen looked at the third-tier spiritual vein lying dormant deep in the earth and discerned its subtle changes.

All spiritual veins of the third rank and above have a true form, which is a manifestation of their essence. This third-rank spiritual vein from the underground cave originally had a clawless dragon in its true form. Now that it has been subdued by Tao Yao, it has been affected by Tao Yao, and its true form has directly changed from a clawless dragon to a dragon-shaped vine. The change is quite significant.

"With the support of two third-order spiritual veins, Tao Yao's cultivation will likely be even faster, and the Dao Foundation Perfection is just around the corner."

His gaze shifted and landed on Tao Yao. Various thoughts flashed through Jiang Chen's mind. Tao Yao was a natural spiritual being. Whether it was creating or subduing a spiritual vein, it would benefit her in some way.

"With the support of the third-tier spiritual vein, the coordination of Tao Yao, and the cooperation of the cultivators, Lan Yun City will soon be able to develop a new atmosphere."

"Although this place is not as good as the Dragon Earthworm Cave now, it will surpass it soon. In terms of management, the human race still surpasses most of the demon race."

A thought crossed his mind, and Jiang Chen withdrew his gaze.

"With evil spirits outside and peach blossoms inside, everything is peaceful. Next, I have two main things to do: first, to cultivate my inner energy and master the first twelve transformations as soon as possible to try the True Dragon Transformation; second, to refine precious metal and forge a divine soul flying sword. With this flying sword, my actions will be much easier."

Having made up his mind, Jiang Chen concealed himself.

As soon as Jiang Chen disappeared, Rat Tianjiao immediately followed.

Having been baptized by Jiang Chen's method of gathering birds and beasts, it already possessed considerable skill in weapon crafting and was a genuine second-tier weapon crafter. Now, having received the inheritance left by the Rat King, its weapon crafting skills have greatly improved. With the added blessing of the treasure weapon, the Gold Furnace, it is now the main force in weapon crafting.

Most importantly, the weapon-refining inheritance of the Gold-Gnawing Rat, the Hundred Refinements Treasure Weapon Record, already records a strange metal with Great Evolution True Gold as its core, which is formed by fusing various precious ores. Compared to pure Great Evolution True Gold, this strange metal has more mysteries.

This was the result of the Rat King's centuries of secret research while he was stationed at Golden Spirit Mountain. Because this metal was highly adaptable, inclusive, and full of spiritual energy, the Rat King named it Spirit Bright Gold. Meanwhile, as Jiang Chen returned to silence, quietly digesting what he had gained from the underground cave, the entire Western Regions were buzzing with excitement.

Because of the arrival of King Xiaopeng and the covert efforts of the Dark Feather Sect, the major demon clans hidden in the Western Regions secretly united together. While making a scene and restraining the human race, they also began to search for fragments of the Primordial Thunder Seal in the Western Regions, following King Xiaopeng's guidance.

In the vast emptiness, clouds and mist permeate the air, illusions endure, and domineering wills linger there.

"They actually found it! It seems that Qingming Mountain is really about to emerge. Otherwise, the Thunder Seal is hidden so well that outsiders would never be able to find it."

With a thought, Lei Qing bound a fragment of a bronze seal the size of a millstone. A glint flashed in his eyes; this was a gift from the Twin-Tailed Scorpion Clan.

This Primordial Thunder Seal was an extremely superior Dao artifact, originally the treasure of the Thunder Roc clan, of great significance. However, after the great battle five hundred years ago, Mount Qingming collapsed, and the Primordial Thunder Seal also shattered. The entire Mount Qingming was submerged by a sea of ​​thunder, and it became a lost art.

"Mount Qingming and Thunder Pool hold special significance for my Thunder Roc clan. If I wish to achieve the Celestial Phenomenon as quickly as possible, or even lay the foundation for ascension, this Thunder Pool is of paramount importance."

"However, given the current situation of Qingming Mountain, without corresponding means, let alone me, even the Celestial Phenomenon Demon Emperor would not dare to venture in."

Holding the fragments of the Thunder Seal in his hand, Lei Qing had a variety of thoughts flashing through his mind.

His trip to the Western Regions this time was not to support the local demon race in their struggle against the Wuchang Sect; that was just a side effect. His real purpose was to collect fragments of the Primordial Thunder Seal, because the Primordial Thunder Seal was the key to entering Qingming Mountain.

Of course, he wasn't afraid of being intercepted by the demons below. This was not only because he had mastered the secret method of sensing the Primordial Thunder Seal, but also because the fragments of the Primordial Thunder Seal were completely useless in the hands of others; they were just pieces of broken copper and scrap iron.

Most importantly, once he collects a few more fragments, he can use a secret technique to summon the other fragments directly using these fragments as a guide.

As a direct descendant of the Lei Peng clan, it possesses such means. After all, the Primordial Thunder Seal has always been controlled by the Lei Peng clan, and when that time comes, the once shattered Primordial Thunder Seal will be able to return to its original state.

Even if its power is not as great as before, it is still enough to protect him as he enters Qingming Mountain and searches for the Thunder Pool.

"Qingming Mountain, the ancestral land of my Leipeng clan, I will eventually return."

Raising his head and gazing into the void, Lei Qing vaguely saw a divine mountain that had fallen into the void, surrounded by thunderous lightning. Even standing in the void, it exuded an aura that could support the heavens and suppress the earth.

"I am determined to obtain the Primordial Thunder Seal."

Withdrawing his gaze, his face filled with determination, Lei Qing's figure disappeared. He needed to find the fragments of the Primordial Thunder Seal as quickly as possible. Now that this thing had appeared, it was likely to attract the attention of others. The longer it was delayed, the more variables would arise.

(End of this chapter)