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Chapter 120 Qiankun Daoist
Chapter 120 Qiankun Daoist
Hongyun was immersed in the profound understanding of the harmonious connection with the Fire Cloud Cave, his mind seemingly intimately connected with every wisp of flowing fire cloud energy and every rising and falling ray of mysterious yellow light within the cave.
He could feel his own Primordial Dao Fruit being carefully cleansed and nourished in this perfectly compatible environment, and he even gained a new and more subtle understanding of the Dao of the Four Symbols Returning to Origin.
In particular, the faint yet powerful call emanating from the core of that cave captivated him, drawing him completely into it as he tried to establish a deeper connection, minimizing his perception of the outside world.
Zhen Yuanzi stood quietly to one side, like a silent guardian deity.
His aura was restrained, coexisting harmoniously with the surrounding environment, ensuring that Hongyun's comprehension process was not disturbed in any way. The Fire Cloud Cave was peaceful and tranquil, with only the Daoist rhyme flowing gently like a breeze.
However, at this tranquil moment, an extremely subtle yet sharp and penetrating aura, like a stone thrown into a calm lake, came from outside the spatial barrier between Fire Cloud Cave and the outside world!
This aura was not a brute force, but rather a precise probe and lock-on, carrying a profound understanding of the laws of space, attempting to probe the reality and illusion within the cave.
Zhen Yuanzi frowned slightly. Hongyun was currently in a critical period of enlightenment and could not be disturbed in the slightest. His mind raced, and he made a decision in an instant.
With a slight movement that did not cause much spatial fluctuation, he silently slipped out of the still unstable cave entrance, returning to the misty land at the eastern foot of Buzhou Mountain.
The moment he appeared, Zhen Yuanzi's sharp, lightning-fast gaze locked onto a certain spot in the void ahead. There, the space rippled slightly like water, and a figure slowly materialized from the void.
The newcomer was dressed in a black Taoist robe embroidered with mysterious patterns of yin and yang and the positioning of heaven and earth. His face was ancient and simple, and his eyes seemed to contain countless spaces that were born, died, and evolved.
Its aura was vast and ethereal, seemingly both integrated with and independent of the primordial world, carrying an unparalleled majesty that commanded space and defined directions.
It was the great being, Qiankun Daoist, who was formed from the remnants of the Qiankun Demon God's body from the era of the Chaos Demon God, combined with the pure spiritual energy after the creation of the primordial world!
This Daoist Qiankun was born with an extraordinary sensitivity to changes in space.
The Fire Cloud Cave was briefly opened when the red cloud entered. Although Zhen Yuanzi had tried to conceal it, the spatial ripples and the leakage of primordial aura at that moment still could not completely hide the legacy of this Chaos Demon God who held part of the spatial authority.
It was precisely through this extreme sensitivity to space that he caught the fleeting anomaly, followed the trail, and found the entrance to this deeply hidden paradise.
The moment Zhen Yuanzi's gaze met Qiankun Daoist's, his heart skipped a beat.
The Daoist aura emanating from the other party was vast and ancient, and their cultivation level had clearly reached the mid-stage of the Primordial Golden Immortal realm!
Although it may not seem as perfect and stable as I am, the essential pressure originating from the Chaos Demon God and its profound control over the laws of space are enough to make any cultivator of the same level take it seriously.
In particular, the faint aura emanating from the other party, which seemed capable of stabilizing the universe and refining all things, instantly put Zhen Yuanzi on alert—it was the innate supreme treasure, the Qiankun Cauldron!
"This humble Daoist is Zhen Yuanzi. Greetings, fellow Daoist." Zhen Yuanzi spoke first, his voice calm yet carrying an undeniable, steady power that, like the earth itself, stabilized the slightly agitated space caused by the appearance of Qiankun Daoist.
"I wonder what brings you here, my friend?" Although he knew that the other party's intentions were most likely related to the Fire Cloud Cave, he still needed to confirm it first and make it clear that this place already had an owner.
Qiankun Daoist's eyes, which seemed to be able to see through the void, swept over Zhen Yuanzi, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.
He never expected to encounter a powerful being in the mid-stage of the Primordial Chaos realm here. Moreover, the man's aura was deep and profound, giving him the feeling of facing an endless earth, making it difficult to fathom his depths.
He bowed in return, his voice carrying the ethereal and echoing quality unique to this space: "This humble Daoist, Qiankun, arrived here following the ripples of space. I sensed the appearance of a top-tier grotto-heaven here, its aura extraordinary, and thus I came to take a look. May I ask what your connection is with this grotto-heaven?"
His words directly stated his purpose, but his gaze involuntarily turned again toward the entrance of the Fire Cloud Cave, which had already disappeared but still retained an alluring Daoist aura. A hint of undisguised eagerness flashed in his eyes.
Judging from the fleeting sensation he had just caught and the lingering aura he felt, the quality of this blessed land far surpassed anything he had ever seen before. The fiery clouds and primordial essence contained within would be of great use to his cultivation, not to mention its immense value as a Daoist temple.
Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzi remained calm and said indifferently, "I see. To be honest, Fellow Daoist Qiankun, this cave is called the Fire Cloud Cave, and it already has an owner. My dear friend is currently in seclusion there, meditating and seeking enlightenment, so it is inconvenient to disturb him. Please return, Fellow Daoist."
He directly stated that the cave was occupied and implied that Hongyun was inside. Although his tone was calm, it carried an undeniable determination, trying to make the other party back down.
However, upon hearing this, the fervor in Qiankun Daoist's eyes did not diminish but instead intensified.
He already knew this cave was extraordinary through his spatial perception, and now that Zhen Yuanzi had personally confirmed it, he was even more convinced that this was a top-tier opportunity in the primordial world!
He looked at Zhen Yuanzi. Although the other party's cultivation was comparable to his own and his aura was deep and composed, Qiankun Daoist had his own pride.
He is descended from a Chaos Demon God, born with control over a portion of the Great Dao of Space, and possesses the innate treasure Qiankun Cauldron. This treasure combines offense and defense, and can even reverse the innate, refining all things. It is truly a first-class protective weapon in the primordial world.
Since he took human form, he has been confident that he can gain the upper hand even when facing cultivators of the same level, thanks to the Qiankun Cauldron.
"Oh? It's already owned?" Qiankun Daoist's lips curled into a half-smile, his tone carrying a subtle sense of pressure.
"Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi, the opportunities of the primordial world have always belonged to those of virtue and ability." How can such supreme grotto-heavens be so easily decided upon?
Moreover, I believe this place has a certain affinity with my path. Perhaps—let me enter and take a look; if it truly is not meant for your friend, then we can discuss ownership later?
His words, seemingly a suggestion for discussion, were in fact a sophistry and contained an implicit threat. The so-called "entry for a look" was nothing more than an excuse to forcibly intervene.
Zhen Yuanzi's eyes turned slightly cold. How could he not know what the other party was thinking? This person was relying on their background and the treasure to try to seize it by force.
He took a step forward, and the originally restrained aura around him suddenly spread out like an ancient divine mountain awakening. Although he did not attack, he steadily resisted the invisible spatial pressure from the Qiankun Daoist, and even pushed it back a bit.
The earth beneath his feet seemed to be one with him, radiating an unchanging and profound will.
"Fellow Daoist Qiankun," Zhen Yuanzi's voice remained calm, yet it seemed to carry immense power, each word clear and distinct, "I have already stated that this cave has an owner, and my dear friend is currently in seclusion. If you insist on entering, I'm afraid it would be inappropriate. Please be mindful and refrain from damaging our harmony."
He sensed Zhen Yuanzi's aura, which was no less powerful than his own, and in some aspects even more profound and majestic.
And the profound Daoist aura that seemed to resonate faintly with the entire Buzhou Mountain's veins caused a trace of solemnity to flash in Qiankun Daoist's eyes, but more than that, it was the stirring of his competitive spirit and his insatiable greed for the Fire Cloud Cave.
"Did you hurt our harmony?" Qiankun Daoist laughed, but there was little warmth in his laughter, only cold decisiveness.
"Fellow Daoist Zhen Yuanzi, how can we yield in a contest of the Great Dao? Since we each hold our own opinions, let's settle this with our skills! As I have said, opportunity will be seized by the capable!"
Before he could finish speaking, a fierce glint flashed in Qiankun Daoist's eyes, and he said no more. With a flick of his sleeve, the spatial laws surrounding him suddenly became violent!
Countless silver spatial blades appeared out of thin air, like a raging storm, carrying a terrifying aura that could cut through everything and tear apart the void, and came from all directions to strangle Zhen Yuanzi!
At the same time, a small, ancient cauldron phantom, with three legs and two ears and exuding a chaotic aura, appeared above his head, spinning around and hanging down streams of chaotic energy, protecting his entire body completely. It was none other than the innate treasure, the Qiankun Cauldron!
Without a word, he directly used his spatial magic and supreme treasure to protect himself, intending to seize the initiative with overwhelming force!
A great war is about to break out!