Cultivating Immortality in a Family: I Prove Immortality Through the Chaotic Dao Realm

Chapter 111 Two Beauties Stand Off! A Hidden Trick in the Array!
The gigantic maw of the demon swallowed the sky and devoured the earth, twisting the surging yin energy among the ruins into a long, inky river, which was then poured into the ancient array plate.

Chen Qian lightly traced the patterns on the array plate with his fingertips, pausing at the concealment slot, a look of surprise flashing across his eyes: "It actually uses a modular architecture?"

Then, the second array flag was inserted into the slot with perfect precision, like a nimble snake entering its hole.

In an instant, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth receded like a receding tide.

The phantom of the Reincarnation Tree on Xiao Yin's shoulder transformed into a thin veil, even swallowing the subtle ripples stirred up when Chen Qian circulated his spiritual power.

He held his breath and sensed that his aura perfectly blended with the ruins, like a fish swimming into the membrane of heaven and earth. Even if a Foundation Establishment cultivator's divine sense swept over it, it would probably only be a wisp of wind.

Just then, a strange sensation suddenly came from his chest; the red mark left by Mu Hongxiao was faintly burning.

Alarm bells rang in Chen Qian's mind, and he hurriedly took Xiao Yin back into the Gray Pearl World.

A streak of gray light appeared like a ghost and landed on the ruins of the city lord's mansion; it was Mu Hongxiao, who had returned.

"Little brother didn't disappoint his sister after all, finding this array plate so quickly."

Mu Hongxiao's eyes flickered as she stared at the array plate in Chen Qian's hand. "Although this replica of the Wan Gui Men's treasure is simple, it still has some profound aspects. Especially this Yin Sha Escape Array, which is something that my sister has always wanted to study."

This thing is actually a replica of the most precious treasure of all ghosts? It must have an extraordinary origin.

Chen Qian frowned inwardly. Could it be that Mu Hongxiao wanted to snatch this array plate?
On the surface, he remained calm and composed: "I wonder what brings you back, senior?"

Mu Hongxiao chuckled softly, her long legs and slender waist exuding a captivating charm that made Chen Qian's heart flutter: "Little brother, would you like to make a deal with your sister? You can copy the concealment array patterns of this array plate for me, and I'll give you a puppet in return. How about it?"

Before he finished speaking, a clear and melodious sword cry suddenly came from afar. Shen Qianxue's Zhaoyue Sword streaked across the sky like a streak of light and stopped in front of Chen Qian.

Shen Qianxue's figure then appeared, coldly staring at Mu Hongxiao: "As expected, the witch is still up to no good, daring to threaten righteous cultivators like us on the territory of Cangfeng Pavilion?"

Mu Hongxiao raised an eyebrow and smiled, her eyes darting up and down Shen Qianxue's body with ill intent: "So what if it's the Hidden Edge Pavilion? My little brother and I are just discussing private matters. Fairy Shen, don't meddle too much."

Seeing that the two women were already at each other's throats upon meeting, Chen Qian hurriedly said, "Please calm down, seniors. Senior Shen, this Senior Mu only wants to make a deal with me and has not threatened me with force."

Upon hearing this, Shen Qianxue's gaze sharpened slightly, seemingly surprised that Chen Qian would speak in such a manner.

Mu Hongxiao chuckled, "Little brother is quite sensible. In that case, I can offer you some pointers on this array plate."

Chen Qian secretly breathed a sigh of relief, cupped his hands in a salute to Mu Hongxiao, and said respectfully, "Please give me your guidance, senior."

Mu Hongxiao was satisfied with Chen Qian's humble yet assertive attitude and released a soundproof array, clearly not wanting Shen Qianxue to hear their conversation.

Shen Qianxue snorted coldly, but did not leave.

Mu Hongxiao ignored her and teased Chen Qian with seductive eyes, "It's not easy to refine the restrictions in this array plate, and it also requires yin attribute magic power."

After her explanation, Chen Qian gained a lot of knowledge and learned much more about this rare treasure.

To set up the Nine Netherworld Ghosts Array using this array plate, in addition to refining the array plate, it is also necessary to connect with the Yin energy of the earth's veins.

If there are no Yin-attribute earth veins within a hundred miles of the array point, then the only option is to consume the Yin Marrow Crystals within the array plate.

Not only will the power of the array be greatly reduced, but if it is attacked, it may even damage the Yin Marrow Crystal, causing the array plate to be scrapped.

The Yin Sha Escape Formation is an independent component. Inserting the formation flags into the auxiliary formation can absorb Yin energy, while inserting them into the Hidden Formation will activate the Escape Formation. However, if you want to set up the Nine Netherworld Ten Thousand Ghosts Formation and the Nine Revolutions Soul Devouring Formation, you must refine the formation plate.

Finally, Mu Hongxiao winked at Chen Qian with a charming smile and said, "How about it, little brother? Making a deal with your sister is a great bargain for you."

Chen Qian nodded in agreement. Although he still couldn't figure out Mu Hongxiao's true attitude, her guidance was indeed sincere.

Chen Qian took out a blank talisman paper and used spiritual power as a pen to slowly imprint the concealment array patterns on it.

As soon as the array pattern was formed, the talisman paper emitted a faint green light, with a faint flow of Yin energy.

Mu Hongxiao reached out and took the talisman. With a light touch of her fingertip, the talisman turned into a wisp of gray energy and merged into her brow. "Not bad, your magic power is quite pure." Mu Hongxiao nodded in satisfaction. "It seems you've also cultivated the Body Tempering Technique of Fiendish Qi? Your cultivation level is quite impressive."

"What an interesting little brother!" Mu Hongxiao tossed out another beast-shaped bone puppet. "This is a half-finished product; you'll have to find the beast soul yourself."

"This time, my sister is really leaving! Don't miss me too much, I'll come to visit you again next time."

After saying that, accompanied by a giggle, she turned into a cloud of gray mist and disappeared into the sky in an instant.

Chen Qian examined the beast-shaped bone puppet closely and found that it seemed particularly suitable for Xiao Yin to control.

Now is not the time to study it, so I'll put it away for now.

Shen Qianxue frowned as she looked at the array plate in Chen Qian's hand, and suddenly said, "Although this array plate is a replica, it has a great connection with the secret techniques of the Ten Thousand Ghosts Sect. If you continue to use it, you must be careful not to be targeted by demonic cultivators."

After a pause, she took out a bottle of pills and tossed it to Chen Qian, "This is the Qingyang Jingyin Pill from Cangfeng Pavilion, which can help you suppress the Yin energy of the array plate."

Chen Qian took the jade bottle, a warm feeling welling up in his heart. Shen Qianxue was clearly afraid that he would suffer a loss, and had been watching over him the whole time.

Chen Qian bowed sincerely to express his gratitude: "Thank you for your guidance, Fairy Shen. I will certainly act with caution."

Shen Qianxue nodded slightly, recalling Xiao Yin, who had been taken in by Chen Qian. This girl was clearly a ghost cultivator, and could easily cause trouble in Li Kingdom.

After thinking for a moment, unsure of how to phrase it, I finally said, "Try to keep your ghost servant out of sight as little as possible! And... remember to send a message immediately if you get into trouble!"

After saying that, she rode her sword into the air and transformed into a white light, disappearing into the clouds.

Chen Qian gazed in the direction Shen Qianxue had left, his mind filled with a myriad of thoughts.

Looking down at the array plate in his hand, he released Xiao Yin and gave a bitter smile: "It seems that our journey ahead will not be peaceful."

Xiao Yin nodded gently, and the phantom of the Reincarnation Tree unfolded once more. Looking at the ruins of Zifeng City where the Yin energy was gradually dissipating, she said with a firm expression, "No matter what lies ahead, Xiao Yin will accompany you, Young Master!"

"But this array..."

"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing." Chen Qian put the array plate into his storage bag and looked into the distance. "When soldiers come, we'll block them; when water comes, we'll dam it."

A sinister aura flashed between his fingertips. "I, Chen Qian, fear no challenge whatsoever!"

The small Tai Chi had just absorbed a large amount of Yin energy and evil energy, but not all of it was absorbed. A large portion was compressed and retained, which Chen Qian planned to use to cultivate the Evil Energy Body Tempering Technique.

This massive amount of malevolent energy might be able to push his body refinement cultivation to the second level or higher.

However, similarly, advancing to a higher realm cannot be achieved with just energy; it also requires a vast amount of vital essence and blood.

In this regard, unless one can purchase some suitable elixirs, the only option is to hunt demonic beasts.

"Let's go, Xiaoyin. We'll go to the City of Fire and drain the Yin energy from the bodies of those whose life essence you've drained. Then we can go home." Chen Qian gently stroked Xiaoyin's long hair.

"Mmm!" Xiaoyin said, a little embarrassed.

After all, it was the karma she left behind, even though she didn't really want to do such a thing.

"Don't overthink it. You acted with great restraint and didn't wantonly harm ordinary people," Chen Qian comforted him. "In that situation, it's already quite commendable."

Xiao Yin nodded and said no more.

One last lingering look at Zifeng City, then she left without looking back and followed Chen Qian away.

With that step, she was reborn, and the years to come would never be the same.

Where the heart leads, one should go forth in simple shoes. Life is like a journey against the current, and one should navigate it with a single reed.

(End of this chapter)