Shulong Daojun

The Demonic Sect's Longhan lineage uses clouds and mist as its vessel, carrying one sect's mountain gate to float in the sky, joyfully welcoming the remaining four lineages to come and celebrate its birthday.

Lin Shu had not anticipated this.

Before long, he saw two more steps descend from the sky, one dark black and the other a deep blue, signifying the upper and middle seats respectively.

Disciples of the Demonic Sect, dressed in different styles of Taoist robes, were ascending the steps, their faces beaming with joy.

To the east of that palace stood several Taoist priests riding on clouds, all with solemn expressions and thoughtful demeanor.

They were none other than Yi Xuan, Shou Zheng, and other earth immortals who had passed down their lineages, such as Bao Yi Dao Ren and Xuan Zheng.

Yi Xuan pondered for a moment before speaking first: "What is the purpose of the Demonic Sect's Longhan lineage coming to the territory under the jurisdiction of my Taiyi Yuanchen Sect?"

As soon as he finished speaking, he slightly raised his hand, and golden light parted and spread out along the east, stretching across the distance.

In an instant, a "Taoist Dharma Body" draped in a robe of radiant light strode forward, stepping on golden light, crossing mountains and rivers with each step.

When the figure stopped and sat down, it was Chenji Mountain.

In the mountains, the gates of the Taiyi Yuanchen Sect opened wide, and the elders and disciples emerged with swords in hand, standing atop the golden light that obscured half the sky, solemnly awaiting their arrival.

Just then, a refined-looking man dressed in the sect leader's robes suddenly walked out of the Dragon Han Cangming Sect's palace gate.

He was over forty years old, with most of his black hair tied up and his temples hanging down naturally, giving him a rather ancient and dignified air.

With a calm expression, he smiled and said with his hands behind his back, "Yi Xuan, today is my 800th birthday, an auspicious day."

I wish to celebrate this auspicious occasion with all the Daoist friends and disciples of the Holy Sect, and to spread this longevity blessing throughout the continent, so that everyone may share in the joy.

Please step aside and do not disturb my rare moment of refined enjoyment.

As soon as the voice fell, several smiling Taoist priests walked out of the hall and faced the Earth Immortals such as Shouzheng and Baoyi.

Upon hearing this, Yi Xuan's eyes narrowed, and he said with an air of authority without anger, "Cang Hun, your words are utterly incomprehensible."

How can we allow your demonic sect to trespass on the territory under our jurisdiction?

Your Demonic Sect often boasts of its holy lineage, yet it commits acts that bring disaster.

This time, under the guise of a birthday celebration, they clearly came prepared.

Although I do not know your plans, I know that for the sake of the common people, you must not be allowed to cross the line.

Having said that, he summoned ten thousand miles of clouds with one hand and placed them across the front of the palace, saying calmly, "This is the boundary; anyone who dares to cross it will die and their life will be extinguished."

Even you, Canghun, are no exception.

As soon as the words fell, the elders and disciples standing on the golden light stepped forward, brandishing their swords and forming a second boundary with their bodies.

With a cold, hoarse voice, his eyes flashed with a sharp light as he uttered three words: "You think you can take me?"

You've cultivated for five hundred years, yet you're just a junior, daring to offend my temperament.

Come, let's have a go, so you'll know the true measure of heaven and earth.

After saying that, he casually parted a small barrier and stepped inside.

Yi Xuan's expression hardened, and he was about to step in when Shou Zheng untied the wine gourd from his waist, took a sip, and said in a low voice, "Senior brother, let me do it."

As the head of the main lineage, you should prioritize the overall situation and naturally take charge of the entire operation.

But before he could finish speaking, a Taoist priest in a crimson robe stepped forward at the palace gate and said sternly, "What right do you, Shou Zheng, have to interfere in the sparring between Brother Canghun and Yi Xuan?"

"You arrogant fool, let's have a go at it."

He then let out a cold shout and was about to make a move.

Seeing this, Yi Xuan shook his head at Shou Zheng.

His gaze then fell on the Taoist priest in the crimson robe, and he said indifferently, "After I deal with Cang Hun, you will be next."

Before he finished speaking, he had already taken a step and entered that small world.

As the figure gradually disappeared, the Taoist priest in the crimson robe suddenly smiled, his previous stern look abruptly disappearing.

He then stepped back and began chatting and laughing with the Taoist priests at the temple gate.

Shouzheng also retreated to the side of the Taoist priest, but it was not as easy as it had been.

He stared intently at the entrance to the small realm, unconsciously gulping down mouthful after mouthful of wine.

In the heavens, the Taoist sect and the demonic sect were separated by ten thousand miles of clouds, facing each other in a subtle confrontation.

On the ground, in front of the main temple, Lin Shu took in everything, his brows furrowed and his expression tense.

Although he didn't know exactly what had happened at the Taoist priest's place, he could tell from the situation that it looked like a storm was brewing.

"Strange, the origin of this demonic lineage is quite mysterious."

Normally, they wreak havoc in the area secretly, unlike today where they are so openly blatant.

Lin Shu became increasingly puzzled as he pondered the matter, and a strange feeling arose in his heart.

However, he was not a member of the demonic sect and did not know what the other party was planning. He could only turn his gaze to Bao Yi Dao Ren and couldn't help but feel a little worried.

At this moment, the world fell silent, and the flow of energy stagnated.

The people of Qingwu City looked up at the sky, wondering what was happening. Talks and discussions arose, and people were filled with anxiety.

Clever people rushed into the local earth god temple and the county god temple to pray for peace from the gods who governed the area.

However, they were unaware that the true gods had all manifested near the Xianyou True God Temple and stood before the Lin Shu.

Unable to ignore the stares of those around him, Qi Yannian sighed inwardly and asked, "Sir, what has happened?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Shu shook his head, looked at the onlookers, and said in a deep voice, "The matter will be clear in a moment."

"Don't panic, all of you. The Daoist immortals will take care of everything. We just need to protect the people of Qingwu City."

Having said that, he smiled with relief, thought for a moment, and said, "Return to your respective places, manifest your forms, and protect the people."

Upon hearing this, Qi Yannian and the others breathed a sigh of relief, then cupped their hands and said, "We respectfully obey the decree of the Manifested and Benevolent God."

They then used the earth's energy to return to the temple and obeyed the orders.

As the figures disappeared, Lin Shu, relying on the power of his divine position, gently shook the plane trees throughout the city, causing a sea of ​​flowers to bloom and creating a sense of tranquility and peace.

At the same time, his mind was constantly on the horizon, sensing every slightest movement.

A moment later, Cang Hun and Yi Xuan appeared simultaneously in that small world.

Both men were in unstable auras, but they didn't say much. They just waved their hands and went their separate ways, their faces grim.

One of them led the Taoist priest in crimson robes and others back to the Cloud Palace.

One of them led Shouzheng, Baoyi Daoren, and other earth immortals and disciples toward the palace atop Chenji Mountain.

Upon hearing this, Yi Xuan's expression suddenly changed, and his body relaxed slightly.

His cultivation suddenly became unstable, and he fell from Earth Immortal to Human Immortal. However, after only a few breaths, he suddenly rose back to Earth Immortal, fluctuating back and forth.

Shouzhen quickly stepped forward to help him up, steadying him, and asked anxiously, "Senior brother, what's wrong?"

Yi Xuan regulated his breathing for a moment until his energy was stable. He lowered his eyes and sighed, "It's alright. Cang Hun has cultivated for eight hundred years and does have some skills."

I used all my skills just now, but I only managed to defeat him by half a move.

However, since he has not retreated, he must have some ulterior motive. Please be extra careful.

After saying this, as if he had vaguely sensed something, he repeatedly instructed, "Tell the disciples of all the lineages to pay close attention as well."

On the other side, inside the Longhan Cangming Sect, Cang Hun said with a solemn expression, "That Yi Xuan is capable of serving as the head of the orthodox lineage of the Taiyi sect, he really does have some skills."

"I used all my skills just now, yet I only managed to gain a slight advantage over him by half a move. I underestimated him."