Journey to the West: Deer Power Immortal, Starting from Becoming a Disciple of the Supreme Lord Tais

The Bull Demon King explained, "Deep in the East Sea there is an ancient ruin called the Jujube Forest Secret Realm, where an ancient Fire Jujube Immortal Root once grew. It was a branch of an innate spiritual root, which withered after ten thousand years."

"However, although the immortal root is withered, a ball of red jade nectar has condensed beneath the root. Consuming it can cleanse the marrow and meridians and enhance cultivation. Although it cannot be compared with the peaches of immortality or the ginseng fruit, it can still be considered a rare and precious treasure."

He tossed the crimson jade into the air, and a beam of light shot out from the stone, unfolding in mid-air above the cave and transforming into a rough map.

The map shows a sea area with the faint outline of a small island in the water. In the center is a withered tree, which is the place the Bull Demon King mentioned.

"However, the Jujube Forest Secret Realm is surrounded by ancient restrictions, which I, Old Niu, cannot break through by myself."

The Bull Demon King put away the map and sighed, "I'm not afraid to admit it, but I've tried three times already, and I can't even budge the first layer of the restriction."

The Roc Demon King put down his wine bowl and said calmly, "Old Ox, after all this talk, are you asking us to help you break the seal?"

The Bull Demon King laughed and said, "Brother, you are right. I invited you all here because I wanted to ask you to lend me a hand and help me break the restrictions of the Jujube Forest Secret Realm."

If we truly obtain the Crimson Jade Elixir in the secret realm, all of us who see it will have a share.

Although the crimson jade elixir is not plentiful, each person only gets a small sip, but the effect of that small sip is equivalent to a hundred years of arduous cultivation. Aren't you all tempted?"

The demons whispered amongst themselves, discussing the matter animatedly.

Some were tempted, some hesitated, and some had already begun calculating how much benefit they could get.

Nine-Headed Insect glanced coldly at Lu Qingxuan and said in a low voice, "The Jujube Forest Secret Realm... is indeed a good place."

The King of Inspiration nodded, a barely perceptible glint of cold light flashing in his eyes.

"Well, are you all willing to come with me on this trip?" The Bull Demon King looked at the demons with a smile, his gaze lingering on Lu Qingxuan for a moment longer.

King Yellow Wind was the first to stand up, cupping his hands in greeting, and said, "King Ox, how could I refuse your invitation? I'm off to the Jujube Grove of the East Sea!"

The green-haired lion demon also stood up, his voice booming like thunder: "Old Ox, I'm one too! I'd like to see what that Crimson Jade Elixir tastes like!"

Several more demon kings rose up in response.

The atmosphere inside the cave gradually warmed up.

Lu Qingxuan sat in the middle, holding a wine bowl, taking a slow sip, but he was making plans in his mind.

The Secret Realm of Jujube Forest, the Crimson Jade Elixir...

This opportunity, while not particularly big, is just what a minor demon king would like.

The Bull Demon King's use of this opportunity to win people's hearts was indeed brilliant.

However, the Nine-Headed Insect and the Great King of Inspiration are also going, which is a problem.

"Third brother,"

Tiger Power Immortal leaned closer and whispered, "Shall we go to that Jujube Forest Secret Realm?"

Sheep Power Immortal also said, "Nine-Headed Insect and Great King Linggan will definitely go. If we go, we're afraid we'll suffer a loss."

Lu Qingxuan put down his wine bowl and said calmly, "Go, why not go? The Nine-Headed Insects have lost their Crescent Shovel, and the Great King Linggan was defeated by me. If they dare to make a move in the secret realm, I can take care of them all at once."

not to mention...."

He smiled slightly: "Although that Crimson Jade Elixir is nothing to the Bull Demon King, it is a rare treasure for you and me. We cannot miss it on this trip."

Tiger and Sheep exchanged a glance and nodded.

Lu Qingxuan stood up, cupped his hands towards the Bull Demon King, and said, "Brother Bull, I, Lu, am willing to go."

The Bull Demon King laughed heartily and clapped his hands, saying, "Good! Fellow Daoist Lu is indeed straightforward! Come, come, let's drink!"

The demons took their seats again, and the sounds of clinking glasses and toasts filled the cave once more.

The secret realm was incredibly tempting to them; if they didn't still have some time to spare, they probably would have gone to prepare for it by now.

The banquet lasted for another hour before the various demon kings gradually dispersed.

Lu Qingxuan and the demons rose together to bid farewell to the Bull Demon King.

The Bull Demon King escorted Lu Qingxuan to the cave entrance, took his hand, and said, "Fellow Daoist Lu, regarding the trip to the Jujube Forest Secret Realm, I must say something: those Nine-Headed Insects and the Great King of Inspiration are probably not going to behave themselves."

Old Ox, I can protect you once or twice, but not a thousand or ten thousand times.

Be careful yourself.

Lu Qingxuan cupped his hands and said, "Thank you for the reminder, Brother Niu. I understand."

The Bull Demon King patted him on the shoulder and didn't say anything more.

The demons rode on clouds and flew towards Zhongnan Mountain.

Several streaks of light flashed across the night sky and disappeared into the vast darkness in an instant.

Outside the Banana Cave on Mount Cuiyun, the Nine-Headed Insect and the Great King of Inspiration stood side by side, gazing at the receding blue light.

"The Secret Realm of Jujube Forest..."

The nine-headed worm murmured, "Crimson Jade Elixir..."

The Great King of Inspiration said in a low voice, "If we make a move there, the Bull Demon King can't interfere."

A cold smile crept onto the lips of the Nine-Headed Insect: "A month from now, we'll settle all the old and new scores together. I'm determined to take Lu Qingxuan's life."

The King of Inspiration didn't speak, but simply nodded silently.

The night wind blew by, scattering their conversation in the wind.

In the distance, the azure light had completely disappeared into the horizon, leaving only a faint trace.

...

Meanwhile, in the Purple Bamboo Forest of Mount Putuo, Guanyin Bodhisattva was meditating with her eyes closed when she suddenly opened them, did some calculations with her fingers, and frowned slightly.

She stood up, walked to the edge of the lotus pond, looked at the koi carp that was resting with its eyes closed, and sighed softly.

"Is inspiration not in the pond?" the Bodhisattva said softly.

The disciple behind him bowed and said, "This disciple will go find it right away."

The Bodhisattva waved his hand and said, "There's no need to look anymore. I already know where he went."

She paused, then said, "Pass on my message: have Muzha go to Cuiyun Mountain. If Linggan dares to act recklessly again, then he need not return to Putuo Mountain."

Sudhana responded and turned to leave.

...

It was the next morning when Lu Qingxuan and the others returned to Zhongnan Mountain.

The mountain mist had not yet dissipated, creating an auspicious scene reminiscent of auspicious purple clouds rising from the east.

Back at the Taoist temple, Lu Qingxuan took out the crescent shovel and handed it to Tiger Power Immortal: "Brother, you can use this crescent shovel for now. This is a weapon that the Nine-Headed Insect has nurtured for hundreds of years. It is of high quality and it is just right for you."

Tiger Power Immortal took the crescent shovel, which felt heavy in his hand. With a casual swing, the blade sliced ​​through the air, emitting a piercing shriek.

Tiger Power Immortal was overjoyed: "What a wonderful treasure!"

He played with it for a long time, reluctant to put it away, before carefully putting it away.

In the days that followed, the three demons were busy preparing for the secret realm a month from now.

With so many demons traveling together, various conflicts are inevitable. Given their strength, they need to make more preparations.

Especially after obtaining the Crimson Jade Elixir, one must leave quickly.

"It seems I need to prepare some escape tools..." Lu Qingxuan muttered to himself, already having an idea in mind.

The only pity was that we weren't able to deal with the two demons, the Inspiration King, after the banquet; otherwise, the trip would have been much more peaceful...