The True Lord has arrived

Chapter 218 Who dares to disturb this humble Taoist's secluded cultivation?
The thousand-mile-long earth veins of Zhongnan Mountain, after being refined twice, finally transformed into this decree of the mountain god. Its entire body is a warm, dark blue-black, and the golden traces imprinted on it replicate the winding course of the thousand-mile-long earth veins—

From the majestic root system of the main peak of the Qinling Mountains to the subtle veins flowing through the valleys, everything flows through it, ultimately converging at the golden ray at the center of the imperial edict, as if containing the spiritual essence of the entire Nanshan Mountain.

This is an imperial decree formed by the convergence of the earth's energy in the Zhongnan Mountains.

It was spontaneously condensed in front of Zhou Yan.

Judging from this posture, it seemed as if they intended to 'snatch' the young Taoist priest from the Taishan ley line. Zhou Yan stretched out his hand, and the edict made of dark green jade flew into his hand.

Holding this edict will bring great blessings to the Zhongnan Mountain area.

The mana consumption was entirely borne by the thousand-mile-long earth veins of Zhongnan Mountain. It seemed that due to the Weaver Girl's methods, Zhou Yan's perception spread like a spider web to every inch of the mountains and rivers. His strength, supernatural powers, and cultivation all experienced earth-shattering increases, forcibly raising him to a higher level.

Given Zhou Yan's current situation, he possesses a sixth-rank true body and the Hetu Luoshu Jade Seal indicates he is a fifth-rank individual.

By mastering this thousand-mile-long earth vein, one can unleash strength equivalent to around the fourth rank.

Zhou Yan sensed the 'guests' outside. He knew he absolutely could not let Nuwa's identity be exposed, nor could he let outsiders know about this small courtyard. Although Fuxi must have taken some measures, he could not take the risk.

"Then, I'll have to trouble Nanshan."

The young Taoist priest nodded politely to the Zhongnan Mountain ley line.

He has a humble demeanor.

On the edict, the golden patterns representing the Zhongnan Mountain's veins flowed, seemingly quite joyful, and transformed into a bird. The young Taoist stretched out his hand, and the bird landed on his fingers, affectionately rubbing against his palm.

boom! ! !
The Thousand-Mile Earth Vein of Zhongnan Mountain—Link Open.

The young Taoist's white hair at his temples moved without wind, and his aura gradually increased once again.

Among the four types of structures that form the foundation of their own path, the proportion of the part representing the mountain range begins to increase significantly.

His originally refined and elegant demeanor gradually began to exude a powerful and imposing aura, as heavy as mountains and rivers.

Outside, gods, demons, and cultivators lost their way in the sudden thick fog. Finally, the fog cleared and they made their way forward, clutching their magical artifacts. In the end, they all appeared in front of a courtyard, though they themselves had no idea how they had ended up there.

The Dragon Slayer, the Golden Heavenly King, the Azure Bag True Official, the Yin Suppressing True King, and the Nine Old Cave Master emerged from the mist and saw each other. Their expressions changed, and they drew their weapons, confronting each other.

Streams of primordial energy transformed into a visible torrent, surging into the sky.

The Dragon Slayer made the first move, a golden light flowing from his waist, transforming into a dragon-patterned spear. The spearhead, wrapped in a ten-foot-long dark golden dragon aura, pointed at the Golden Heavenly King. His expression was complex, a mixture of astonishment, hatred, resentment, and disbelief. He said:

"True Lord, please come back with us and go to Louguan Temple to apologize!"

"The Lord of Mount Tai is magnanimous. As long as you are sincere, I don't think he will make things difficult for you."

The Golden Heavenly King remained indifferent, gripping his weapon with one hand, and calmly said:
"You still know that I am the True Lord."

“As a subject, you actually pointed a weapon at me. I had no idea when you had such audacity.”

"Please, True Lord, turn back!"

"A subject who murders his ruler, dares to talk about turning back?"

The Nine Elders Cave Master Chen felt a chill run down his spine. The True Lord of the Western Peak was now deserted by all and powerless; he must have come for the treasures of Zhongnan Mountain. They feared they had incurred his wrath, and a sense of retreat crossed their minds. He stroked his beard and chuckled dryly:
"It seems I've been waiting at the wrong time."

Qingnang Zhenguan also said, "Absolutely, absolutely!"

"Me too!"

Si Chen of Jiu Lao Cave said, "I just happened to be taking a walk and ended up here. Heh, heh heh, you all go ahead and chat. I'll be leaving now, haha."

Qingnang Zhenguan praised, "I am too."

These two, though possessing the authority of the mountain god, were not skilled in warfare. As they retreated, they heard a calm voice say, "Since you're here, don't be in such a hurry to leave. Stay here for now!"

Om-!
A domineering and sharp aura spread out, instantly snapping and scattering the surrounding vegetation. Si Chen of the Nine Old Caves' expression changed, and a gourd appeared in his hand. With a flick of the gourd, he released a series of sword energies.

Countless sword energies poured out, flowing like the Milky Way, rushing straight towards the Golden Heavenly King.

The True Official of the Green Bag was not to be outdone. Knowing that he could not escape, he suddenly threw out the Green Bag behind him, which turned into a sky full of grass and tree mist.

The trees outside the courtyard instantly grew wildly, their branches coiling and stretching out like writhing dragons, aiming to strangle the Golden Heavenly King. Simultaneously, the True King of Zhenyin also attacked, raising a giant hammer with both hands, its shaft enveloped in black wind, and smashing it down towards the Golden Heavenly King's head.

The golden-armored, white-robed general said calmly, "Step down."

With a sweeping motion, the spear pierced through the aura of grass and trees emanating from the green pouch; the spear spun like a dragon, severing all the sword energy that filled the sky.

Then he reached out and placed his long, slender, white hand on the giant hammer—

With a loud clang, the giant hammer shattered, and Zhenyin Zhenwang coughed up blood from his tiger's mouth. He, Jiulaodong Sichen, and Qingnang Zhenguan retreated together, spitting out blood mist, and actually returned to their original positions at the same time.

The Golden Heavenly King did not become powerful only after being granted the title of True Lord of the Western Peak.

Rather, it was because their power was so great that they could suppress the mountain gods and earth spirits for thousands of miles.

Only then did he obtain the qualification to be granted the title of Xiyue by imperial decree.

Jin Tianwang held a long spear, his expression indifferent. Even though he had lost his position as the Western Mountain King, he was still a top-tier fourth-rank expert. Holding the divine weapon in his hand, he said in a calm voice, "Anyone who dares to obstruct me shall die."

"Whoever reveals today's events shall die."

As he slowly walked forward, holding a long spear, he heard a dragon's roar. He slightly raised his eyes, turned his face to the side, and a heavy spear covered with fine dragon scales slammed down. The primordial energy entwined on the spearhead transformed into the body of a long dragon.

Golden King stopped in his tracks and said, "Are you going to stop me?"

The Dragon Slayer gripped his weapon with both hands, dragon horns sprouting from his head, and said in a hoarse voice, "True Lord, you cannot make another mistake! Did you really come here to seize this Zhongnan Mountain treasure that is about to be revealed?!"

The Golden King said calmly, "What if I say yes?"

The Dragon Slayer exhaled and said, "Then, in the name of the Dragon Slayer under the Western Peak, I must stop you!" The magic weapon in his hand transformed into a blue dragon and charged towards the Western Peak Golden Heaven King.

A dragon's roar arose, accompanied by waves.

Zhenyin Zhenwang wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth: "Attack together, or else..."

"He stole the treasures of Zhongnan Mountain, and he will silence us all!"

Jiu Lao Dong Si Chen said with a mournful face, "Ah, this old man really shouldn't have come to join in this fun."

The Qingnang Zhenguan also looked very unwell.

They saw all the mountain gods surrounding and killing the Golden Heavenly King.

Suddenly riding the blue clouds, he turned and fled. Jin Tianwang did not move, but with a flick of his wrist, the spear in his hand pierced through the air like a golden light through the fog. Qingnang Zhenguan only felt a pain in his heart, and was actually pierced by the spear. Even his soul was shattered!

Having lost his weapon, the Golden Heavenly King faced an encirclement and attack by three divine generals.

Step forward and make your move.

The purest and sharpest Geng metal energy tore and ripped, its killing intent surging. After more than ten exchanges, it broke the spear of the Dragon Slayer Envoy and used the broken spear to pierce the heart of the Nine Elders Cave Si Chen. Finally, it reached out and grabbed the head of the Zhenyin True King, expressionless, and twisted it sharply—with a crack, the head of the Zhenyin True King rolled to the dust.

The Earth God of Mount Hua and the general of the Soul-Suppressing Camp perished early on.

Finally, looking at the Dragon Slayer kneeling on the ground, covered in blood, the Golden Heavenly King paused slightly in his hand holding the Dragon Slayer's broken spear, ultimately unable to strike immediately.

He simply raised his hand and smashed the Dragon Slayer's weapon to the ground.

He turned around, stretched out his hand, and the spear he had thrown away transformed into a golden light, returning to his hand with unparalleled sharpness. He strolled slowly, but after a few steps, he felt a pulling force.

The earth cracked open, and the earth's energy transformed into dragon claws, gripping him tightly.

The Dragon Slayer knelt on the ground, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth, his eyes bloodshot.
"My Lord, we cannot make the same mistake again."

"Mount Xiyue guards the west, vanquishing all evil spirits; how could it—"

Golden King closed his eyes: "Three."

"True Lord!"

"two--"

"You can't keep being so obsessed..."

boom! ! !
With the power of the dragon race, the earth's veins were stirred up, and the incomparably hard dragon claws shattered directly. Without turning around, the Golden Heavenly King suddenly reversed the direction of his spear, and the weapon became longer. The spiral spike at the end of the spear instantly pierced through the head of the Dragon Slayer.

The Dragon Slayer's voice faded, his body swayed, and he fell heavily to the side, dragon blood flowing onto the ground. The Golden Heavenly King's gaze remained unwavering, showing no hesitation, and he said indifferently:

"I have given you a chance."

"Kill whoever is on the road ahead."

With a thrust of his spear, the Golden Heavenly King caused the earth to crack open, gathering the remains of the Dragon Slayer. He didn't even glance at the others. With a flick of his hand, the Golden Heavenly King's weapon blasted open the gate in front of him!

The gate opened, and the Golden King stormed into the courtyard.

Then, King Jin paused.

!!!

His pupils contracted. What he saw before him was not the scenery of the courtyard, but the vast expanse of wind and clouds, the mist flowing through the earth's veins, and the boundless sky. He was holding a long spear and moving forward.

His own voice seemed to still be echoing.

"If we can seize this treasure, I will nail them one by one to the West Mountain cliff!"

It felt as if he had returned to the beginning when he first sensed the aura of the Zhongnan Mountains' earth veins.

Jin Tianwang slowly raised his head, looking at the sky and the waves of the earth veins; the Dragon Slayer Envoy, the Earth God of Mount Hua, the general of the Soul Suppressing Camp, and even the other three mountain gods who had been killed, all found themselves still in their original positions.

Just as he had discovered the changes in the primordial energy of the Zhongnan Mountains and was about to go and investigate,

It was as if the encirclement and slaughter that had just taken place had never happened.

Jin Tianwang's pupils contracted, and countless beads of cold sweat appeared on his forehead.

"This is……"

"Time reversal, or an illusion?"

Inside the courtyard, a handsome young man stood with his hands tucked into his sleeves, his eyes lowered in a calm manner. His robes billowed in the wind, revealing his unfathomable depths. In his hands, he held a simple-looking ceramic bowl.

The gods and monsters that had just besieged the Golden Heavenly King had all transformed into tiny lights and shadows, collected in this bowl. He lowered his eyes to look down at the scene in the bowl, his eyes reflecting the patterns of the earth's veins, as if observing a silent farce.

His golden vertical pupils carried a natural indifference.

Jin Tianwang sensed something was wrong, but his sharp killing intent remained undiminished. Meanwhile, Si Chen of the Nine Elders Cave on Mount Emei and Qingnang Zhenguan fled in a sorry state.

However, the moment they flew out of this thousand-mile-long misty ley line, they would find themselves back in the same spot, which would terrify them even more.

Whether it was a momentary amplification of their senses, or a hallucination where all actions and thoughts were severed, leading them to believe they had done something when in fact nothing had happened.

No one can say for sure.

Fuxi put the bowl away and said lazily, "Oh? It's done."

"The rest is up to you."

"Tsk tsk tsk, this thing is really useful."

The wary crowd, along with the demons and cultivators they had encountered, were all on high alert, unable to leave or escape this situation, only for the surrounding fog to grow thicker and thicker.

The damp, cold mist seeped into my collar, carrying the earthy smell unique to the earth veins, making my chest feel heavy and suffocated.

When the clouds and mist cleared, they saw the courtyard, which was faintly visible through the fog.

With its blue bricks and gray tiles, and a half-worn bamboo curtain hanging in front of the wooden door, the courtyard looks simple and serene. However, apart from that, it is still shrouded in a faint halo of light.

They finally saw each other clearly—besides Jin Tianwang and his group, all the demons, monsters, and cultivators within this thousand-mile-long ley line were here, their faces stiff, hands on their weapons, and eyes full of vigilance.

"Who is causing trouble here?!" a mountain god couldn't help but shout angrily.

"What a cunning scheme! How dare you plot against us! Show yourself if you dare!"

There was no response, and only silence remained.

click -

A soft sound broke the silence; the sound of the wooden door being pushed open was crystal clear. The mist slowly dissipated, and a young Taoist priest in a dark blue robe broke through the fog's barrier, revealing fair hands and hair tied up with a wooden hairpin. He walked out slowly.

The edges of his Taoist robe were still damp with morning dew, making him look like a hermit emerging from the morning mist of the mountains.

"It is I who should ask."

Upon seeing that face, the Dragon Slayer's expression changed drastically, while the True Official of the Azure Bag and the others' expressions hardened slightly.

The young Taoist priest stretched out his hand, and a bird landed on his finger, cute and affectionate.

This created a strange contrast with the deep, mysterious aura surrounding him.

The young Taoist priest raised his eyes; his temples were gray, and his aura was profound. He smiled.

The voice was soft and distant, yet it reached everyone's ears clearly:

"Who are you all?"

"Why have you come here and disturbed my peaceful cultivation?"

(End of this chapter)