Fellow Daoist Entrusts His Child: Immortality Begins with Nurturing a Demoness

Chapter 114 Luoshen Pavilion, Ruoxue's Obstacle (Chapter 5800)
Fine snowflakes fluttered down, and the Luo River, with its emerald waves, stretched for hundreds of miles, seemingly without end. Its boundless vitality nurtured the creatures of both regions, earning it the title of River of Life.

In the Luo River, towering snow-capped mountains, thousands of feet high, are shrouded in mist, full of vitality. The six peaks appear and disappear, majestic and grand, inspiring awe and preventing any thought of desecration.

"This place is the territory of my Luoshen Pavilion sect."

On the deck, Ming Ruoxue's voice was clear and delicate. Her eyes were as white as snow, and her long black hair was adorned with fine snowflakes that danced in the wind. Her beauty was pure, cold and elegant, a natural beauty.

With a simple hand gesture, more than ten spirit puppets pressed down on the heavily injured and still recovering Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Tuo family, and disappeared into the wind and snow.

"Outside my Luoshen Pavilion, there is a fourth-grade superior sect-protecting formation, the Luohe Frost Soul Suppressing Yuan Formation. Without the special permission of the sect leader, flying magical artifacts and non-Luoshen Pavilion disciples are prohibited from entering."

After Ming Ruoxue finished speaking, she ordered the spirit ship to dock temporarily, and then took the initiative to extend her soft hand and hold Luo Fanchen's finger.

"I'll take you in."

"it is good"

Luo Fanchen was slightly taken aback. The fairy's hands were delicate and soft, and had a cool feel to them.

He nodded slightly to Mo Xue, who was pouting with jealousy at the back of the deck, indicating that she should wait in the spirit ship for the time being. The girl stuck out her tongue at him and made a face before whining and returning to the cabin, looking quite jealous.

"Relax. Once your name is registered, you will be free to enter and leave the Luoshen Pavilion."

Ming Ruoxue's voice was gentle. Frosty spiritual energy surged into Luo Fanchen's meridians along his palm, until it occupied his six main meridians and his whole body became her aura. Then, she carried the wind and snow and used her spiritual light to escape into the wind and snow formation.

Luo Fanchen raised an eyebrow, feeling that Ming Ruoxue's scent permeated his entire body, and that each breath he exhaled carried a faint, sweet fragrance of lotus seeds in his nostrils.

This is not a deceptive formation, but a guarantee, indicating that he was personally led in by Ming Ruoxue, and that if there is any unusual activity, the formation can subdue him instantly through the spiritual energy within his body, eliminating any risk.

"This is a fourth-order grand formation."

As the blizzard swept in, Luo Fanchen felt as if he were instantly enveloped by countless beams of mysterious light, as if every inch of his flesh and blood had been swept away.

Fortunately, after the great formation recognized Ming Ruoxue's aura on him, the pressure decreased sharply, the frost and snow gradually dissipated, and Luo Fanchen's vision suddenly became clear.

The towering snow-capped peaks stretch to the sky, with six peaks standing side by side. Beneath the thin ice, the Luo River flows ceaselessly. Even a Golden Core cultivator cannot reach the summit of the snow-capped peaks by human power.

Just as Luo Fanchen was wondering how to reach the summit, the Luo River seemed to have a spirit, splitting into a ethereal wave. The water ripples were formless and ever-changing, and soon transformed into the shape of a crane, carrying the two of them straight up.

"This is the spirit of the Luo River, the guardian spirit of my Luoshen Pavilion."

Ming Ruoxue's white hair was ethereal. She gently squeezed her fair hand and held it tighter, as if afraid that Luo Fanchen would fall off the crane.

"I see."

Luo Fanchen murmured to himself, secretly marveling at the profound foundation of the Daoist sect that had stood for millennia.

The Spirit of the Luo River is said to be a natural spirit born from the essence of heaven and earth, possessing the boundless vitality to summon wind and rain and nourish all things. Its strength is approximately at the mid-stage of the fourth rank, equivalent to a Nascent Soul cultivator in the early stage.

The fourth-tier top-level sect-protecting formation, guarded by the spirit of the Luo River, would take half its life even if the three major demonic sects wanted to break through the gates of the Luo Shen Pavilion.

"Our Luoshen Pavilion was founded by the Fairy of Luohe who attained enlightenment in the Luohe River, transformed into a deity and merged with the Dao to slay the demon king, and was jointly built with the four True Lords. It has been more than 15,000 years since then, and countless outstanding talents have emerged throughout the ages. It is famous throughout the eight wastelands for its Supreme Forgetfulness Method."

Ming Ruoxue spoke in a gentle, melodious voice, patiently introducing the history of the Luoshen Pavilion to Luo Fanchen, even though everyone knew the name of the Luoshen Pavilion.

After all, Luo Fanchen is about to become a registered outer sect disciple, so he still needs to learn the basics of sect life.

"Our sect is located in the Luo River, at the junction of the spiritual veins of Qingyuan Domain and Molan Domain. Each peak has a fourth-order spiritual vein as its foundation, and the peak master can enjoy a third-order superior-grade spirit gathering array. The personal disciples are of the same rank as the peak master."

"From now on, there will be the Elder Protectors, the Elder Protectors, the Elder Protectors, and the disciples of the inner and outer sects."

Luo Fanchen nodded slightly and listened quietly.

The Elder Protector of the Dao refers to a True Person of the Precious Core who has failed to resonate with the Profound Chapter and has turned to cultivating the Secondary Dao Scripture. The Elder Protector of the Sect refers to a True Person of the Void Core who has not yet formed the Precious Core. The Elder Protector of the Dharma refers to a Foundation Establishment cultivator who is old, has declining blood and energy, and has no hope of forming the Core.

On the surface, inner disciples are ranked slightly lower than sect elders, but if they comprehend the Xuanzhang inheritance, their status will surpass them by several points.

As for the chief disciple of the inner sect, his status is the same as that of the guardian elders, and he enjoys the benefits of a mid-grade third-level spirit-gathering array.

"Among the six peaks of my Luoshen Pavilion, there are six lineage masters and two true disciples."

"Which peak does the fairy belong to?"

"I belong to Duan Nian Peak and am a disciple personally taught by Peak Master Tuo Yuanxi."

Ming Ruoxue's eyes were calm and clear. A crane cleared the way in front of her, and the frost and mist in the sky condensed into a staircase leading to the sixth peak.

"Since Master became the Peak Master, the position of true disciple of Duan Nian Peak has been vacant until now. It is now ranked fifth among the six peaks."

"The gap of several hundred years ends with Ruoxue."

Luo Fanchen offered a casual compliment, but he genuinely believed that Ming Ruoxue possessed the aptitude to resonate with the profound mysteries and advance to the level of a true disciple.

"Let me lend you some good words."

Ming Ruoxue responded with a faint smile, but her blue eyes were slightly vacant.

She lowered her head and silently gazed at her delicate hands, which were filled with the fragrance of lotus seeds. A little confusion arose in her heart, but she quickly became determined.

She is well aware of the drawbacks of her constitution. Now she always carries the Cleansing Heart Pill with her, and can only cultivate in peace during the full moon. All things considered, the success rate of resonance is no more than 20%.

She had no way out; it was all or nothing.

The two traveled several miles, passed through the last protective barrier, and landed safely on the Broken Heart Peak.

"The third-tier spirit-gathering array truly lives up to its name."

The spiritual energy within the peak condensed into a mist-like state, and as soon as Luo Fanchen landed, the pure spiritual energy rushed towards him.

He only took a few breaths, and his dantian began to circulate qi on its own, giving him a feeling of sharp hearing and clear vision. No wonder Ming Ruoxue was able to cultivate to the late stage of Foundation Establishment at such a young age. If he had cultivated here since childhood, he should have reached the Qi Refining Perfection stage by now.

"Outer disciples can cultivate for one month each year at their residence on the peak, while inner disciples can cultivate for three months. The higher the ranking, the longer the time they receive."

"How many months can Ruoxue cultivate?"

"The top five in the inner sect rankings, with no time limit. If you need it, you can transfer your time to me after I sign your name."

Ming Ruoxue's pretty face remained calm as she led Luo Fanchen straight to the steward's room.

Reaching the top five in the rankings means one is at least in the late Foundation Establishment stage, seeking the opportunity to form the Core Formation and the resonance of the Mysterious Chapter.

The cultivation environment is actually not a big deal. Most of the inner disciples in the late Foundation Establishment stage go out to compete for positions and seek opportunities, and very few stay in the sect.

"Hello, senior sister."

"The elders of the Hall of Affairs have been waiting for Senior Sister for a long time. We will go and inform her on her behalf."

Along the way, numerous Foundation Establishment disciples dressed in the standard magical artifacts of the Luoshen Pavilion and wielding spiritual energy bowed respectfully, making way for her, their eyes filled with reverence as they looked at Ming Ruoxue.

Foundation Establishment cultivators, a rare sight in the Immortal Realm in the past, are now everywhere, each one a genius who was once famous throughout the region.

"I will personally go to pay a visit."

Ming Ruoxue nodded slightly, her snow-white face, hidden behind a thin veil, remained indifferent and expressionless.

At the same time, Luo Fanchen could feel dozens of scorching gazes focusing on him, and countless divine senses poured out. If it weren't for Ming Ruoxue's spiritual energy protection, he would probably have been completely perceived in an instant.

"This is Senior Sister's Daoist partner, how come he's only at the seventh level of Qi Refining?"

"I've investigated this person's background. His family origins are unknown, but he has some history of conflict with Senior Sister Liu Xia and the Tuo family. He seems to be a rogue cultivator."

"A rogue cultivator? How could Senior Sister stoop to the level of a rogue cultivator?"

The incessant noise around him caused Luo Fanchen to furrow his brow slightly, and the Yi Wood imprint on his chest throbbed with pain.

He looked back following his sense of hostility and happened to meet several people hidden in the crowd with unfriendly expressions. They were handsome, their robes were expensive and no less than those of the outer disciples of the Luoshen Pavilion, and their cultivation was at the ninth level of Qi Refining.

Luo Fanchen happened to know Zhen Yuan and Tuo Qing, who were ranked first and third on the Qingyun List, respectively.

Beside him stood two disciples dressed in inner sect robes, their hands clasped behind their backs. The former had sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, a face as smooth as jade, and an aura of righteousness; the latter wore flowing robes, adorned with delicate branches and abundant fruit, and exuded an ethereal, otherworldly air.

"The first in the inner sect rankings is Zhen Wuyuan, and the twentieth is Tuo Xixi, who is my competitor."

Ming Ruoxue took the initiative to wrap her lotus-like arms around Luo Fanchen's arms, getting even closer.

"No wonder, is this Senior Brother Zhen pursuing Ruoxue?"

"Hmm, Senior Brother Zhen is a nice person."

After Ming Ruoxue finished speaking, she nodded slightly to the two people in front of her. Zhen Wuyuan also returned the greeting with a cupped hand. His white robes fluttered, giving him the air of a virtuous gentleman.

However, Luo Fanchen could tell from the slight twitching in the first-place man's eyes that he was not in a good mood.

"You're good too."

Seeing Luo Fanchen remain silent in thought, Ming Ruoxue softened her tone as if to comfort him.

"Senior Brother Zhen is an upright man, but unfortunately he is unable to sever his worldly ties and cannot comprehend the Supreme Chapter of Forgetfulness. In the future, your achievements will be no less than his."

"Was Ruoxue's connection with me also a way to avoid this Senior Brother Zhen?"

Luo Fanchen was quite confused, but Ming Ruoxue readily admitted it without hiding anything.

"With this in mind, the Zhen family started asking the Ming family for my marriage two years ago, wanting to marry me as their principal wife. The pressure from the clan was quite great, and they were inclined to marry me off. They kept trying to persuade me, which I found annoying."

"I see."

Luo Fanchen pursed his lips and weighed the pros and cons, quickly figuring out the key points.

The order of ranking and the comprehension of the profound chapters are related to the competition for the chief position. The top-level Core Formation spiritual objects are coveted by the four major families. However, Fairy Ruoxue is exceptionally talented and has no desires. Under the restrictions of the sect rules, they have exhausted all means to squeeze her out of the top three.

Left with no other option, they had to resort to underhanded tactics.

The four major families put pressure on the Ming family, saying that as long as Zhen Wuyuan successfully proposes to Ming Ruoxue and the two have a marital relationship, the Forgetful Mystery will fall apart on its own.

Ming Ruoxue will never be able to resonate successfully again, and the destruction of her Taiyin Jade Soul Body will also completely disqualify her from competing for the top spot.

"Does Ruoxue have feelings for that Senior Brother Zhen?"

Luo Fanchen asked tentatively, wanting to know his place. If Ming Ruoxue said yes, he definitely wouldn't get involved in this mess again.

If Ming Ruoxue fails to comprehend the Dharma and develops feelings for Zhen Wuyuan again, will he still be in a good position?
"I have good feelings for you, for Miaoyun, and for the disciples of Luoshen Pavilion. There is no difference between them."

Ming Ruoxue chuckled self-deprecatingly and shook her head gently: "I cultivate the Forgetfulness Mystery Chapter, the Great Dao is solitary, there is no turning back. If the resonance fails in the future, it will not implicate you, don't worry." "I am originally a rogue cultivator, so I am not afraid of you being implicated."

Luo Fanchen didn't seem to care, but hesitated before asking, "Is the Ming family pressing us hard?"

"It's very tight, otherwise I wouldn't have arranged the engagement so quickly."

Ming Ruoxue sighed softly, and Luo Fanchen said he understood. He had always said that there's no such thing as a free lunch.

Logically speaking, even if he was required to take over the Ming family, he didn't necessarily have to marry Ming Ruoxue directly. He could have become her adopted son or married another legitimate daughter to take over the family and directly form a bond with Fairy Ruoxue. She must have been forced into this situation to the point of being extremely annoyed.

The four major families are using an open strategy. Even if Ming Ruoxue successfully resonates with the Xuanzhang and forms her core, she will leave the family. The Ming family will not gain any benefit and will immediately decline due to the lack of Foundation Establishment cultivators.

However, if she were to form a bond with the Zhen family and become Zhen Wuyuan's legal wife, Ming Ruoxue would not only remain in the Ming family but would also still be able to achieve the Core Formation stage. At the same time, the Ming family would be promoted to a Core Formation family and would also be able to climb the Zhen family's powerful tree.

If he were in charge of the Ming family, he would also do everything in his power to persuade Ming Ruoxue to agree to the marriage.

"No wonder I need to be Ruoxue's shield?"

"Don't worry, after you become a registered member of the outer sect, the four major families will no longer be able to use their power to suppress you. You will live with me, and I can protect you at all times."

Ming Ruoxue pursed her lips slightly, as if worried about displeasing Luo Fanchen, and mumbled something.

"If you are unwilling, I will not force you."

"Why wouldn't I want to? I'm the one who benefits from marrying a fairy like you."

It's all in name only.

"Your name is quite prestigious. If I can use your name, I can certainly gain real benefits."

Luo Fanchen smiled and took the initiative to comfort him.

If he wants to obtain the Founding Order, he has no choice but to cling to Ming Ruoxue's coattails. He'll do anything, even if it's not a shield, let alone a shield.

As for offending the four major families, he had already done so anyway; a few more lice won't itch, it's no big deal.

"As long as you do not violate the clan rules, you may use my name as you please."

Ming Ruoxue's lips curved into a soft smile. Luo Fanchen gently squeezed the delicate hand in his palm, moving closer to the fairy. He then nodded provocatively to his senior brother Zhen Wuyuan in the distance, whose eyelids twitched incessantly, clearly displeased.

The two did not linger and went directly through the barriers into the deacon's room.

"Senior brother, how could Senior Sister Ruoxue submit herself to a mere Qi Refining insect?"

"They're just avoiding me."

Zhen Wuyuan sighed softly, her lonely eyes filled with unconcealed bitterness.

"My senior brother is so outstanding. He has been pursuing me single-mindedly for years, never taking a concubine. To this day, his virginity remains undiminished. He has cared for me with utmost tenderness. Even a stone would have warmed up by now."

"The Dao of Forgetfulness has always been like this. As a scion of a noble family, Ruoxue naturally dislikes it, but what can be done about it?"

Zhen Wuyuan stared blankly into space. The day he learned of Ruoxue's engagement, his heart was filled with a bitter feeling, as if it had been torn apart by a thousand knives. The pain he felt from that moment on had not yet subsided.

She was willing to ruin her reputation to avoid him, which made him feel both heartbroken and helpless.

As the most outstanding member of the Zhen family, he was naturally on the opposite side of Ruoxue. Now that his junior sister is getting married, his meager hopes have vanished, and they are destined to be together but not to be.

"If Senior Sister Ruoxue fails to resonate, for her own sake and for the Ming family, she will surely accept Senior Brother's marriage proposal."

“The Resonance Mystery Chapter is the direction of her Dao heart and the foundation of the Great Dao. If the resonance fails, I fear that my junior sister will be devastated. I cannot bear to do that.”

Zhen Wuyuan paced back and forth in frustration. He was unwilling to accept that he and his junior sister were destined to be apart, yet he also did not want her to fail in her resonance cultivation and have her Dao heart shattered.

At the same time, in the main hall of the Deacon Pavilion, Ming Ruoxue reminisced with the elders and reported her information. After receiving permission, she took Luo Fanchen to the Soul Hall to have his identity and destiny tablet engraved.

"After your life tablet is engraved, the sect will be able to sense your condition. If your life is in danger, the sect will mobilize nearby forces to come and help you."

After Ming Ruoxue finished speaking, she held the soul tablet and passed through the barrier. The elders stationed along the way saw the soul tablet and gradually let them pass. The two successfully entered the center of the main hall.

The Soul Palace was enormous, its surface constructed of deep blue solid ice, and its interior was spacious, imposing, and solemn.

Intricate runes are carved on the walls, protected by a fourth-order array. The floor inside is paved with spirit stones, shimmering with a hazy glow. Above are neatly arranged jade lampstands, each soul lamp flickering with a ghostly blue flame. Below are soul tablets carved from ancient wood, mysterious yet not eerie.

"Release the essence and soul energy."

Following Ming Ruoxue's instructions, Luo Fanchen separated a few strands of his blood and true essence and placed them into a specially made life tablet, immediately feeling a connection between his mind and body.

The connection is one-sided and will not affect the main soul's spirit. It can resist ordinary soul-searching methods. If the main soul dies unexpectedly, it will take the main soul back to the Soul Palace for reincarnation immediately.

Of course, the protection of the outer sect is not as good as that of the inner sect and personal disciples. If they encounter a magical treasure like the Soul Banner that specializes in attacking the soul, they will be unable to escape being annihilated.

"Alright, from now on you may refer to yourself as a Taoist disciple when you are out in public."

At the same time, Mo Xue finally met Li Miaoyun and Qiu Yun.

"Here it is! Autumn Charm~"

On the deck, Mo Xue sensed the presence of Li Miaoyun and Qiu Yun, and excitedly jumped and waved. She found the guarding spirit puppet and activated the protective spirit array. Ming Ruoxue had given a special order, and after the spirit puppet sensed Li Miaoyun's presence, it took the initiative to open the barrier and let the two of them in.

"Autumn Charm!"

"Sister~"

As soon as the two stepped onto the deck, Qiu Yun couldn't wait to manifest her soul form and opened her arms to be embraced by Mo Xue.

"Sister, I thought I would never see you again."

"It's alright, Uncle Luo has come to save me! I will never be separated from you again. I will join the Sword Sect, reach Foundation Establishment and Core Formation, and no one will be able to bully you and Master Luo anymore!"

Mo Xue sobbed. She had grown quite a bit taller after her second puberty, almost the same height as Qiu Yun, but her figure was slightly thin.

"Sister, it's my fault for being useless."

Qiu Yun felt guilty. She glanced at Li Miaoyun out of the corner of her eye, and a hint of guilt appeared in her eyes as she looked at her older sister.

She didn't know how to bring it up with her older sister.

"Silly girl, if it weren't for your assistance to Master Luo, how could we be where we are today? I've heard Master Luo say that it's all thanks to you that he was able to wipe out all the cultivators from the four sects and kill Liu Xia!"

Mentioning Liu Xia made Mo Xue grit her teeth in hatred. She waved her small fists and grumbled, "I wish I could kill that bitch with my own hands!"

Qiu Yun hesitated, but Mo Xue began to show concern for her younger sister. After exchanging pleasantries for a while, she remembered that her cheap master was still there. She reluctantly stood up and obediently bowed to Li Miaoyun.

"Thank you for helping Master Luo. I will remember your kindness."

"No problem, we're all family."

Li Miaoyun's fox-like eyes were serene as she gazed at Mo Xue with a smile, her kindness tinged with a touch of doting affection, as if she were her own child.

What family?

Mo Xue frowned slightly, but considering that she had at least been apprenticed to a master, and that her master had a close working relationship with Master Luo, making him practically one of her own, she didn't dwell on it too much. After all, one can't hit a smiling face.

"I will take Master to rest first. Qiuyun and I have some private things to talk about. I will pay my respects to Master in person afterward."

"No need. I've been to Sister Ruoxue's spirit ship before. There are designated rooms there. You and Qiuyun are reunited after so long, so I won't spoil the mood and disturb you."

Li Miaoyun gently patted Mo Xue's head, her eyes filled with maternal love: "I brought a gift for Mo Xue. I'll give it to you personally after you and Qiu Yun catch up."

Mo Xue felt uncomfortable with the older sister's gentleness. She lowered her head in embarrassment, feeling that her aura was being suppressed by the other party.

"That's strange, it shouldn't be like this."

Mo Xue murmured silently, her nose twitching slightly, as if she could smell Master Luo's scent on Li Miaoyun.

A slight pang of sadness welled up in her heart, but then she thought about it again. Li Miaoyun had been traveling for nearly a month, covered in dust and grime. How could she possibly still have the scent of Master Luo? It was just that she had been threatened by Fairy Ruoxue and had become somewhat paranoid.

She obediently bowed and bid farewell to Li Miaoyun, then led Qiuyun straight to her boudoir.

"Qiuyun, I have something to discuss with you in detail."

"What is it, elder sister?"

"Regarding Fairy Ruoxue, she actually wants to marry Master Luo, what a marriage in name only."

Mo Xue crossed her arms and pouted, scoffing, "How could I not know what she's thinking? She must have her eye on my Master Luo. What do you mean by 'in name only'? She can have both in name and in reality in just one night. It will be too late for her to regret it then."

"Unfortunately, although my appearance is on par with Ming Ruoxue, my cultivation is far inferior to hers, and I am afraid I cannot defeat this woman."

"so?"

Qiu Yun pressed her lips tightly together, feeling increasingly guilty.

"Let's join forces, Qiuyun! If we sisters work together, we will surely defeat that cold woman, Ming Ruoxue."

"Once we win over Master Luo, he can choose for himself. Even if I lose to Qiu Yun, I'm not willing to lose to an outsider."

Mo Xue took Qiu Yun's hand and they clasped hands together. She said earnestly, "Join me in our fight against the enemy."

"Uncle Luo, can we only choose one person?"

"Of course, only one person can be present!"

Mo Xue tilted her head in confusion, as if it were the most natural thing in the world, while Qiu Yun looked away with her watery eyes, and stammered, "What if Master Luo chooses me? Will my sister bless me?"

"when"

Mo Xue was about to speak when her words of blessing suddenly caught in her throat, her heart filled with mixed emotions.

Just imagining Qiu Yun and Master Luo getting married made her incredibly jealous. If Master Luo really only chose Qiu Yun, she couldn't bear to harm her younger sister; she was afraid her Dao heart would collapse and she would go crazy.

"Ahem. I will win."

Will my sister win?

Qiu Yun's smile was bitter; she didn't know how to tell her older sister about Miao Yun and Uncle Luo's confirmed relationship.

My dear sister, you have already lost completely.

(End of this chapter)