A man in the martial world, a reincarnated sword immortal.

Chapter 101 Arriving at Misty Peak, Where is the Child Granny?

Inside the dark room.

Water and fire colors bloom, and the power of yin and yang is in full swing.

Then, the Water and Fire Pearl in front of Zhong Lieyang and his son Zhong Yuan rose up and hovered between them.

The Northern Darkness True Qi possesses both Yin and Yang properties, and it shares a similar effect with the Heart King power cultivated by Zhong Yuan, both capable of transforming Yin and Yang energies.

Therefore, Zhong Lieyang absorbed the energy from the [Water and Fire Pearl] without any stagnation.

Moreover, the father and son acted at the same time, which is equivalent to the two of them performing a grand cycle at the same time.

The energy within this [Water and Fire Pearl] seems inexhaustible; no matter how much Zhong Lieyang and Zhong Yuan absorb it, there is no sign of it drying up.

After the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Old Zhong seemed a little off. The energy in the [Water and Fire Pearl] was transformed into Northern Darkness True Qi and poured into his body.

At first, there weren't any major changes, but I could feel my inner energy becoming increasingly profound.

However, after exceeding a certain critical point, Zhong Lieyang discovered that his meridians could no longer withstand the surge of true energy.

If this continues, there is only one possibility: he will explode and die.

Old Zhong made a decisive move, reversing the flow of his internal energy.

Upon noticing this sign, Zhong Yuan swiftly and decisively severed the Water-Fire Pearl with his divine will, thus breaking it apart.

[Water and Fire Pearl] Please put it away.

Old Zhong sat cross-legged and began to regulate his breathing. It took him about half an incense stick's time to recover.

Zhong Yuan himself didn't feel much, only that he felt refreshed and that his body hadn't reached its limit yet.

However, with just this change, he has increased his internal strength by at least sixty years.

As for Lao Zhong, he should have only absorbed about half of his internal energy, which should have been thirty years' worth.

Old Zhong came to his senses.

He said with lingering fear, "Yuan'er, this [Water and Fire Pearl] is too terrifying."

"It is even more bewitching than the Northern Darkness Divine Art."

"This item must absolutely not be passed on to outsiders."

"Otherwise, it will inevitably bring about the destruction of the Ming Cult in the future."

Zhong Yuan nodded slightly.

"father!"

"Don't worry, I'll keep this safe."

"How are you feeling now?"

Zhong Lieyang clenched his fists and nodded slightly.

"The Northern Darkness Divine Art is indeed miraculous, but my physical aptitude is limited, and my meridians can no longer withstand more true energy entering my body."

"But with my current skill level, I have at least seventy or eighty years of internal energy cultivation."

Zhong Yuan said, "Father, now you can completely start cultivating the Great Shift of Heaven and Earth again."

Zhong Lieyang asked with some doubt, "Can I still do it?"

"My comprehension is incomparable to yours; I might not even be able to cultivate the Great Shift of Heaven and Earth to the seventh level."

Zhong Yuan smiled and said, "Father!"

"You'll know once you try it."

Even if one cannot cultivate to the seventh level, cultivating to the sixth level is not bad.

Zhong Lieyang nodded, took out the [Great Shift of Heaven and Earth] from the secret passage, and began to cultivate it.

Zhong Yuan stood guard over Zhong Lieyang.

Although Old Zhong currently has seventy or eighty years of Northern Darkness True Qi in his body, cultivating the Great Shift of Heaven and Earth should not be a problem.

But there's always a chance of something going wrong. Everyone has different aptitudes and experiences.

There are naturally differences.

Fortunately, everything turned out alright.

Old Zhong progressed smoothly and reached the sixth level in one go.

However, when they reached the seventh floor, Lao Zhong fell into an illusion. Zhong Yuan woke him up and restored his clarity of mind.

Old Zhong sighed.

"It seems that I can only stop at the sixth level of the [Great Shift of Heaven and Earth]."

"However, this is something that no one but you among the past leaders has accomplished."

"Greed is insatiable."

That's enough for now.

Seeing this, Zhong Yuan said no more and put away the [Great Shift of Heaven and Earth] in a secret room.

Then, he said to Zhong Lieyang, "Father."

"Now, you and I, father and son, have both reached the pinnacle of our skills."

"Eliminating the Heavenly Child Granny is now an urgent matter!"

"Before, I wasn't entirely confident of victory."

"But now, I am determined to win."

"I plan to set off tomorrow for the Lingjiu Palace on the Misty Peak of Tianshan Mountain."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Lieyang remained calm.

"good!"

"Yuan'er, go ahead and do as you please."

"I will be stationed at Bright Peak."

Zhong Yuan nodded.

That's exactly what I meant.

The Tianshan Mountains at the end of April.

The remaining snow is melting.

The wind still carried a chilly air.

The sunlight shone through the snow, and the reflected light was so bright that it was hard to open one's eyes.

Fortunately.

The mountains are not covered in snow everywhere.

Some of the snow had already been softened by the sun, and some had even melted.

The drops dripped down the branch.

In the distance, the mountain peaks stand like swords, towering above the clouds.

On the nearby pine branches, there are still frost crystals that haven't melted from last night.

now.

A figure carrying a long sword came towards the wind.

This figure was none other than Zhong Yuan, who had traveled all the way from the Bright Summit of Huangshan Mountain!

Looking out from Zhongyuan, this place is already the Misty Peak of the Tianshan Mountains.

Lingjiu Palace is located on this mountain.

Some time ago, after he returned to Bright Peak from Leigu Mountain, he received messages from Zuo Zimu of Wuliang Sword and Sikong Xuan of Shennong Gang.

It is said that there have been unusual developments in the Lingjiu Palace recently, which is probably because Tianshan Tonglao has entered a period of weakness.

Zhong Yuan's current skill level is completely different from what he was at Lingjiu Mountain.

It's not just about the increase in internal strength, but more about the understanding of "God".

He gained a lot of insights along the way!

In the face of nature, how insignificant are humans?

Under the passage of time, what difference is there between humans and ants?

huh~~~

Just then.

A sharp, piercing cry rang out from the sky.

Then, a dark shadow swooped down in an instant.

Upon reaching low altitude and getting close, it flapped its nearly 1.5-meter wingspan, folded its wings, and landed in front of Zhong Yuan.

This giant eagle is none other than Little Red, who left the world with Zhong Yuan in Snake Valley!

Little Red is only a little over a year old, but it already has a majestic appearance and an air of grandeur that sets it apart from ordinary birds.

It stood on the rocky slope in front, its half-human-sized body covered with a layer of soft, brownish-gold fur that was half down and half feathers.

A few tufts of downy feathers still cling to its shoulders and neck, swaying gently in the wind, adding to its endearing clumsiness.

The golden crown on its head had not yet fully grown; only a few tufts of stiff feathers stood out on its forehead, like a few small gold bars stuck haphazardly in.

Her eyes no longer held the innocent look they once had.

His amber pupils shone as brightly as if they were filled with cold stars.

It made a few cooing sounds towards Zhong Yuan.

Zhong Yuan stepped forward and patted its head.

Xiao Hong rubbed against Zhong Yuan's hand affectionately.

"This trip was absolutely fantastic!"

"Come, take me to Lingjiu Palace."

Xiao Hong can understand what Zhong Yuan is saying.

It spread its wings, gesturing for Zhong Yuan to come up, and Zhong Yuan didn't hesitate and immediately landed on its back.

Immediately, Xiao Hong flapped its wings and took off, carrying Zhong Yuan towards the Lingjiu Palace above.

The summit of Misty Peak.

Amidst the clouds and mist, all one could see were pine trees.

A road paved with bluestone slabs, each slab about eight feet long and three feet wide, is very neat.

This bluestone avenue is about two miles long.

At the end of the stone path, a huge stone fortress stands majestically.

On either side of the fortress gate stands a stone-carved eagle, over three zhang tall, with a sharp beak and massive claws, displaying extraordinary majesty.

now.

Outside the fortress gate, figures stood in various clothes, but some of them stood out!

These were Beggar Clan disciples carrying the Beggar Clan's banner.

The leader of the group of Beggars' Sect disciples was a man wearing a silver mask.

Wu Laoda, Zuo Zimu, Sikong Xuan and others were also standing there, numbering in the hundreds.

People from the Kunlun School, Penglai School, and Kongtong School were also among them.

On that day, the Beggars' Sect and Shaolin Temple held a grand gathering of heroes from all over the world at the Xiangguo Temple in Tokyo, in order to call on all heroes to go to Tianshan and kill the Tianshan Child Granny.

now.

Shaolin Temple, however, closed its gates for a century due to a major upheaval and did not send anyone.

The people surrounding them were a group of women dressed in yellow dresses.

The leader of the gang, Wu, shouted at the group of bound women in yellow, "Tell me quickly, where did that old hag go?!"

"Where exactly is that old hag hiding her treasure?"

"Are you going to tell us or not?"

"If you still refuse to speak!"

"I will kill you all!"

One of the older women in the yellow dress spat and shouted angrily, "You bunch of lackeys, do you really think we'll live on like this?"

Don't get your hopes up.

"Even if we are all dead!"

"And we will absolutely not reveal a single thing related to the Lord!"

"When our Lady returns, she will surely kill all of you lackeys!"

At this time.

The young man in the crowd said, "Brother Wu, let's talk this out. Why resort to violence?"

"To treat a woman like this is extremely rude!"

The young man was none other than Duan Yu.

huh~~~

now.

A loud cry came from beyond the sky.

Then.

A dark shadow flew down from the sky and landed on the stone fortress in front of them.

This is quite a commotion.

Everyone looked up and saw Zhong Yuan riding a large eagle.

A look of joy immediately appeared on the faces of Sikong Xuan and Zuo Zimu.

As for the silver-masked man who led the Beggars' Sect, a glint of cunning flashed in his eyes.

Standing behind the silver-masked man, Quan Guanqing whispered to him, "Chief."

"If we can find the Heavenly Child Granny today..."

"If you're going to help, you must kill him yourself!"

"Only then can my Beggars' Sect regain its former glory."

The man in the silver mask nodded slightly.

"I know what to do."

Over there, Duan Yu saw that the person riding the giant eagle was actually Zhong Yuan, and a look of joy immediately appeared on his face. He shouted and waved loudly at Zhong Yuan.

"Master Zhong!"

"Master Zhong!"

"You've finally arrived!"

"I've been waiting for you for so long."

Over there, Sikong Xuan of the Shennong Gang and Zuo Zimu of the Wuliang Sword Sect walked over and bowed to Zhong Yuan, saying, "Sect Leader Zhong!"

"We've been waiting for you!"

Upon seeing this, the leaders of various sects in the martial arts world all had different expressions.

If we were to name the most prestigious person in the martial arts world today, it would undoubtedly be Zhong Yuan, the leader of the Ming Cult.

However, none of these people expected that Zhong Yuan would appear at Lingjiu Palace on Misty Peak in this way today.

Zhong Yuan nodded slightly, leaped down, and landed in front of the stone fortress, saying to Sikong Xuan, "Chief Sikong."

"What are you doing here?"

Upon seeing this, Sikong Xuan immediately said to Zhong Yuan, "Sect Leader Zhong."

Yesterday, all the fellow practitioners in the martial world, led by the newly appointed leader of the Beggars' Sect, attacked Misty Peak together.

"After finally reaching the top of the mountain, we found no trace of the Heavenly Child Granny."

"Right now, we have absolutely no idea where the Heavenly Mountain Child Granny has hidden herself."

"They are interrogating these witches from Lingjiu Palace."

Upon hearing this, Zhong Yuan glanced at the silver-masked man under the Beggars' Sect banner.

Zhuang Juxian?

wrong.

Qiao Feng didn't cause any trouble at Juxian Manor, and the manor's owner is still alive and well.

How could Zhuang Juxian possibly have obtained the Yi Jin Jing by chance and become the leader of the Beggars' Sect?

No matter how you look at it, that person seems somewhat familiar.

However, now is not the time to talk about these things.

He looked around but saw neither sacks nor a girl.

but.

He then turned to Sikong Xuan and asked, "During your attack on Misty Peak today, did you see a girl who was eight or nine years old?"

Sikong Xuan shook his head.

"Never seen it before."

Zhong Yuan nodded slightly, noticing that the group of people all turned to look at him because of his arrival.

Somewhat at a loss.

He immediately addressed the crowd, saying, "You may continue."

"I'll go check it out."

Then he turned and walked into the stone fortress.

Upon seeing this, Sikong Xuan and Zuo Zimu exchanged a glance and followed.

Seeing this, Zhong Yuan did not stop them.

The three entered the stone fortress's main hall, which was incredibly spacious, capable of accommodating hundreds or even thousands of people.

among them.

But there was no one in the hall.

Zhong Yuan turned to Sikong Xuan and Zuo Zimu behind him and asked, "Have you searched the entire Lingjiu Palace?"

Sikong Xuan said, "We've searched them all."

"But no trace of the Heavenly Child Granny was found."

"Even the treasures that were usually offered as tribute to Lingjiu Palace were not found in many places."

"I don't know where it's hidden."

Zhong Yuan nodded and went out through the side door.

Before long, they arrived at the garden.

The garden was quite large, with numerous artificial hills.

Zhong Yuan stepped forward and patted it back and forth.

Seeing this, Sikong Xuan and Zuo Zimu were puzzled and looked at Zhong Yuan with confusion.

I just couldn't hold back anymore.

He then asked Zhong Yuan, "Sect Leader Zhong, is there something wrong with this artificial hill?"

Zhong Yuan remained silent, listening intently as he patted the table.

Not long after.

His expression changed slightly, and with a casual push, he knocked a rockery aside.

A tunnel entrance suddenly appeared below.

This greatly surprised both Sikong Xuan and Zuo Zimu.

"typical!"

"Master Zhong is indeed a master!"

Just as Zhong Yuan was about to descend, Sikong Xuanze said, "Sect Leader Zhong, you must be extremely careful!"

"These tunnels must be full of traps and mechanisms."

Zhong Yuan smiled faintly.

"It's alright, you wait outside. When I come out, I will cure you of the poison of the Life and Death Talisman."

Upon hearing this, Sikong Xuan and Zuo Zimu were immediately overjoyed!

He bowed respectfully to Zhong Yuan and said, "Please rest assured, Sect Leader Zhong!"

"We'll stay here and guard it!"

Zhong Yuan filed in and leaped up.

There are indeed mechanisms inside this tunnel.

But Zhong Yuan's skill has now reached a level of perfection, and his lightness skill has reached a state of perfection, allowing him to fly into the space as light as a feather.

They moved swiftly and lightly, without triggering any hidden weapon traps.

The tunnel twists and turns, spiraling downwards.

After a long time, it suddenly became clear.

A huge grotto appeared before us.

This tunnel is formed by following a natural cave inside the mountain.

Zhong Yuan entered the cave, turned a couple of times, and arrived at the stone chamber.

But the four rock walls were covered with countless circles.

Each circle is engraved with various figures, some human figures, some animal figures, and some incomplete texts.

Some are words, while others are just symbols and lines.

Next to the circles were numbers such as "A1", "A2", "Z1", and "Z2", and there were at least eight or nine hundred of those circles.

Although the cave was dark, Zhong Yuan took out the luminous pearl from the Langhuan Jade Cave in Wuliang Mountain and placed it around the room, which illuminated the entire stone chamber.

He looked at each of the circles and muttered to himself.

All the martial arts of the Free and Unfettered Sect are contained here.

However, instead of immediately beginning his cultivation, he spoke a sentence towards the deepest part of the stone chamber.

"I thought the Old Woman would leave Lingjiu Palace and find a place where no one knew her to hide."

"Unexpectedly, the Child Granny still chose to stay in the Lingjiu Palace."

The words fell.

But from deep within the stone chamber, a clear, melodious voice rang out.

"Big brother, what are you saying?"

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