I forge immortality with a pagoda.

"You actually have a map like this? Where did you get it, Senior Sister?"

Shen Yu's eyes lit up, and he was overjoyed.

"I obtained this picture when I accidentally entered a Dao Spirit Hall while I was hiding from the Deng family. This hall is located in the Suspended Dao Arena. The layout of the Suspended Dao Arena is roughly the same as that shown in the picture, so it should not be a fake."

Yue Ling said, "Now that Brother Shen has finished his cultivation, why don't you come with me to see where we're going next?"

"In that case, I shall accept your offer without hesitation."

Shen Yu immediately moved closer to her and began to watch intently.

The text records a wide variety of Daoist cultivation methods, including Heavy Rock Soil, Sleeping Cicada Grass, Heavenly Sword Fruit, and Soul-Gathering Jade, making it a diverse and complex collection.

Each Dao seed is either stored in the main hall, hidden underground in the Dao field, or within some kind of restriction; all are clearly marked on the map.

"With this map, why worry about finding the seeds of the Dao?"

Shen Yu muttered to himself, "However, the Dao Seeds marked on these are not rare at all. Most of them are of medium to low grade, so they are not very useful to you and me."

Yue Ling nodded slightly and said, "If you use these ordinary Dao Seeds to build your foundation, I'm afraid you'll never have a chance to reach the Golden Core stage in this lifetime."

She extended her slender finger and pointed to the central area of ​​the map.

"If you want to obtain that legendary supreme Dao Seed, the only possibility is to enter this place."

Shen Yu looked in the direction she was pointing and saw that all the information in the central area of ​​the entire suspended dojo on the map had been erased and was very blurry, as if it were shrouded in mist.

"Brother Shen, don't you find this strange?"

Yue Ling looked at Shen Yu and said, "This abyss is full of strange things. If it were said that the Dao seed was stored in Ganyu Mountain, it would be somewhat plausible, but this Dao field that appeared out of nowhere is really hard to understand."

Shen Yu had long harbored suspicions, but upon hearing Yue Ling's words, he began to take the issue seriously.

"I sensed earlier that this place was unusual, something that no ordinary cultivator could have set up. Now, my senior sister's words have enlightened me. This place doesn't seem like a secret realm; it looks more like the ruins of a large sect."

The two exchanged a glance, and Yue Ling said, "Indeed, some of the terrain and landforms in this suspended dojo are quite similar to those in the abyss, clearly modeled after the original mountain gate."

"In that case, it makes sense. The reason why this suspended dojo appeared is more like to protect the many Daoist species in Ganyu Mountain."

Shen Yu replied.

"If that's the case, then why can we come and go as we please without much effort?"

Yue Ling continued to ask questions.

Shen Yu stroked his chin, guessing, "Could it be that they're using this to lure us in, and then wipe us all out in one fell swoop?"

Then he thought of the person who had obtained the Dao Seed and left earlier, and continued, "It doesn't seem like it... It's more likely that there was a problem with the restrictions here, allowing us to take advantage of the loophole."

Yue Ling nodded. "Brother Shen is right. Since we're already involved, there's no point in thinking about it anymore. We might as well think about how to get into the central area of ​​the Daoist temple and find a superior Dao seed."

"Senior sister is right. The most urgent task is to find a suitable seed of cultivation."

Shen Yu said, "I have already sent a message through the Jade Tablet. I think Master and Cui Youxin are already on their way. We might as well wait for them to enter together, which will give us a better chance of success."

Yue Ling already knew that Yue Jianxin was currently at the second level of Foundation Establishment, so she nodded in agreement.

As soon as Shen Yu finished speaking, a sword rainbow shot down from mid-air and arrived in front of the two of them in an instant.

Yue Jianxin sheathed his sword rainbow and revealed his true form. Seeing that Shen Yu and Yue Ling were unharmed, he laughed heartily, "As expected of my disciple, you performed well this time. Your master is very satisfied."

Yue Jianxin learned of Shen Yu's actions from the jade tablet, knowing that he had single-handedly killed all six Qi Refining cultivators. Yue Jianxin was filled with pride and immediately patted Shen Yu's shoulder heavily.

Cui Youxin also stepped forward and greeted the two men separately.

"Master, you flatter me. It's all thanks to your excellent teaching."

Shen Yu responded modestly, offering a compliment.

Yue Jianxin laughed loudly twice more, the sound echoing across the surrounding area.

"Yue Ling greets Senior Yue. I am deeply grateful for your help, which you have traveled a long way to save me. I will always remember this kindness and will be forever grateful."

Yue Ling stepped forward and gave a polite bow.

"Oh, nephew, what are you saying? I'm late this time and didn't do much. If you want to thank someone, thank my disciple."

Yue Jianxin waved his hand, his gaze sweeping back and forth between Shen Yu and Yue Ling, looking them over again and again.

"They are a perfect match, a handsome man and a beautiful woman. In my opinion, why don't you, my junior sister Yue Ling, marry him? You'll not only thank my disciple for saving your life, but you'll also settle your life's most important matter. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"

A blush immediately rose to Yue Ling's pretty face, and though her lips parted slightly, she couldn't utter a single word.

"Master! Don't play matchmaker here. Marriage is not a trivial matter!"

Shen Yu's face darkened with displeasure, and he quickly interrupted Yue Jianxin's next words.

Seeing the shame and anger on his face, Yue Jianxin laughed and restrained himself in time, not wanting to give him the opportunity to get angry.

"I wonder if Junior Sister Yue Ling has found a suitable Daoist seed during her travels?"

Yue Jianxin changed the subject.

Yue Ling looked bitter and shook her head. "I was being chased by Deng Xiyang before, and I didn't have time to search carefully. I'm also troubled by this matter right now."

Shen Yu interjected, "Master's arrival is just in time; we were just about to discuss this matter with him."

He told them all the information they knew, and also mentioned his plan to go to the center of the temple to find the seed of the Dao.

After listening to what the two said, Yue Jianxin fell into deep thought. After a long while, he rubbed his hands together and said, "When I entered this suspended dojo just now, I already noticed that the core area of ​​this dojo was somewhat different. The power of the restrictions was much stronger, and even I was a little frightened."

"Some rare and precious materials often grow in dangerous and remote places, and there should be some Dao seeds of extremely high quality in the core area."

"Since you two have made your decision, then I will accompany you on this journey."

Yue Ling was overjoyed and immediately bowed, saying, "Thank you, Uncle Yue!"

"With our master's help, we are sure to find our opportunity!"

Shen Yu said excitedly.

"Let's not delay, let's set off now!"

Before the others could reply, Yue Jianxin rolled up his sleeves, grabbed them all, and soared into the sky.

Although the suspended dojo has closely arranged buildings and many mountain peaks, its area is not very large.

In just the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, the group arrived at the central area of ​​the dojo.

The scene here is similar to what Shen Yu saw when he first entered the temple, except that the halls and pavilions are all hidden in the mist, making them difficult to see clearly.

After observing for a while, Shen Yu discovered that cultivators were quite rare in this area, and almost no one would attempt to enter it.

"For some reason, this place always gives me a sense of foreboding."

Yue Jianxin frowned and said this.

Shen Yu had the same feeling. The ruins in front of him felt like a lurking beast, about to devour them as they approached.

The sporadic emanating power of the restrictions there made him feel even more threatened.

However, if he misses this opportunity, Shen Yu doesn't know how much more time and energy he will have to spend searching for a superior Dao Seed. He absolutely must go to this core relic.

Without further hesitation, Shen Yu stepped into the ruins, and as he moved, the scenery around him changed dramatically.

Those dilapidated pavilions and collapsed palaces suddenly came back to life, with golden walls and jade tiles, carved beams and painted rafters, majestic and awe-inspiring. It was as if the Nine Heavenly Maidens descended from the high heavens hand in hand, swaying gracefully and lingering among them.

A melodious bell rang in their ears, seemingly from the boundless universe. Countless cultivators in golden crowns and white robes emerged from the palaces and ascended in formation, entering a golden palace in the sky.

Shen Yu looked up and could vaguely see the dazzling golden light shining, making the surrounding buildings appear as if they were plated with black gold. In the place where the golden light was the brightest, there was a sacred realm of immortals, with a powerful and majestic aura surging out. Everyone bowed their heads and stood solemnly, not daring to look up.

A magnificent Dharma image manifested, filling half the sky. In his left hand he held a precious mirror, and in his right hand he held a golden bell. The bell sound that had stirred the souls of everyone just now came from this golden bell artifact.

Fa Xiang glared angrily and spoke words that were as loud as thunder. Shen Yu felt that the language was very familiar, but he really did not know its meaning. After racking his brains, he suddenly felt dizzy and confused, and his eyes rolled back and he was about to fall to the ground.

Just then, the Xuanqiong Pagoda in the Lingtai suddenly trembled, and Shen Yu shuddered. He opened his eyes and saw that all the strange phenomena of the Immortal Gate, the Mystic Maiden, and the Treasure Palace had disappeared, leaving only the dilapidated ruins beside him.

He then noticed that the Flowing Scenery Returning to Origin Secret Technique on the talisman he kept close to his body was trembling on its own, emitting a faint light and heat.

"Could this secret technique be connected to that immortal sect we just encountered?"

Shen Yu took out the gold paper and stared at it blankly for a long time.

Suddenly, someone collapsed to the ground beside Shen Yu, pulling her back to reality.

"not good!"

Yue Jianxin, Yue Ling, and Cui Youxin stood rooted to the spot, their eyes vacant, lost in the illusion they had just experienced.

Choi Yoo-shin was the first to give in and collapsed.

Upon seeing this, Shen Yu immediately separated a wisp of true qi and sent it into the spiritual platforms of the three people.

Before long, the three of them slowly woke up from their coma. When they came to their senses, Cui Youxin, whose cultivation was the weakest, was already pale and covered in cold sweat.

Yue Jianxin rubbed his temples. "The power left behind here is so terrifying. I had no power to resist and was trapped in the illusion."

Yue Ling was also filled with lingering fear. "I have seen the sect leader fight with other Golden Core cultivators, but the power fluctuations they released were far less than a fraction of this."

"Look, everyone!"

Choi Yoo-shin, his face filled with astonishment, pointed ahead and shouted.

As everyone looked, they saw countless corpses lying haphazardly at the entrance of the ruins, almost covering the road ahead.

The corpses varied in their degree of decomposition; some were reduced to bare bones, while others had just died and were still warm.

"This place... is far too eerie."

Yue Jian thought to himself.

"However, how did Brother Shen wake up?"

Yue Ling turned her beautiful eyes to Shen Yu and asked a question.

She knew that the power she had just witnessed was extraordinary. Even a Golden Core cultivator might not be able to escape unscathed. It was quite strange that Shen Yu, with his Qi Refining cultivation, was able to wake up first.

Shen Yu was taken aback by the sudden question. After a moment of stunned silence, he chuckled twice and said, "To be honest, Senior Sister, I previously learned a secret technique for refining my spirit. My spiritual sense is stronger than that of ordinary people, which is just enough to resist the power of this illusion."

Upon hearing this, Yue Ling's eyes flickered, and she looked him up and down with a suspicious expression.

"Alright," she said, a slight smile playing on her lips, "but Brother Shen has quite a few secret techniques at his disposal, which truly surprises Yue Ling."

Shen Yu scratched his head and forced a smile. He had never been very good at lying, whether in his previous life or this one.

This is a disease that needs to be cured.

As he was thinking this, Yue Jianxin's voice reached his ears, "I'm afraid the deeper we go, the stronger the remaining immortal power will be, and the more powerful the restrictions will be. Why don't we start exploring from here?"

He looked to his left at an area where the buildings were relatively more intact.

"I have no objection," Yue Ling said.

Shen Yu nodded and said, "It's entirely up to you, teacher. However, please wait for me a moment, teacher and senior sister."

Amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, Shen Yu flipped his hand, took out a small blood-red pot, and tossed it into the air.

Blood splattered from the spout, slowly flowing out a pool of thick blood that emitted an alarming stench.

Yue Ling immediately covered her mouth and nose to block the bloody smell that was rushing into her nose.

"You brat, instead of learning swordsmanship properly from me, you're always getting into these crooked and evil tricks."

Yue Jianxin said unhappily upon seeing this.

The blood gathered in the air, then, guided by Shen Yu's divine sense, split into hundreds and thousands of streams, flowing towards the corpses lying on the road.

Although it's not some potent medicine that invigorates blood and qi, it's better than nothing, and the rotting flesh and blood of these corpses do add a touch of filth.

Before long, the rotting flesh, still covered in blood, was completely devoured, leaving only bones scattered on the ground, adding to the desolation and bleakness of this ruin.

To Shen Yu's surprise, among these corpses was indeed the remains of a Golden Core cultivator, but due to the great distance in time, the spiritual energy and magical power within had dissipated, turning into mortal objects.

The blood that surged back was noticeably thicker than before, which was quite a benefit.

The turbid blood pool had been worn down by Shen Yu's Fierce Nether Wind Summoning Technique, and it no longer had the same power as when the bald man first used it. After this nourishment, it has finally recovered quite a bit.

Shen Yu was overjoyed and put the blood pool into the pot.

"This thing is too evil. You should use it less often in the future, lest it affect your cultivation of the Great Dao."

Yue Jianxin urged.

"Disciple will remember," Shen Yu replied perfunctorily. "The longer we linger here, the greater the danger. Let's hurry and find the Dao Seed."

Seeing that he didn't seem to care, Yue Jianxin glared at him with an unfriendly expression, "You brat, wait until the trip to the Abyss is over, and see how I deal with you."

Shen Yu acted as if she hadn't heard, only secretly rolling her eyes, and strode towards the ruins on the left.

Knowing that Shen Yu had a way to resist the illusions, the other three were happy to have him scout ahead.

The journey was not long, and soon the group arrived in front of a three-story treasure building.

The pavilion was built with white jade bricks, with upturned eaves and corners, and its former glory could still be vaguely seen. However, the building is now teetering on the brink of collapse, with most of the top floor collapsed and covered with a thick layer of dust.

Upon entering through the main gate, one can see a large brass cauldron standing in the center of the hall. The cauldron is covered in rust and has lost its spirit.

"Looking at it, it looks like an alchemy room."

Yue Ling waved her hand gently and fanned her nose. The dust here was so thick that a large cloud of dust was stirred up as soon as the group entered.

"Senior Sister is right." Shen Yu sniffed, suppressing the urge to sneeze. "The furnishings here are of exceptional quality. I wonder how long they've been abandoned, that not a trace of spiritual energy has been preserved."

He strolled to a tall wooden frame to the side, looked up and saw that most of the frame was rotten, and there were many jade boxes on it.

These jade boxes, having been left untouched for a long time, are indistinguishable from rocks, with only a faint indication that they were made with precious jade as their base.

Taking down a jade box, Shen Yu easily opened it. The box was empty except for some fragments and dust at the bottom. Judging from its shape, it looked like a medicinal herb that had also succumbed to the long passage of time and turned to ash.

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