Longevity Chronicles-Chapter 218 - 171: All Three Meridians Open, Spiritual Resonance Avatar

On Bibo Island, although the disciples heard Wu Xinguan's call and planned to support Junior Tao, the main disciple of the Duobao Lineage,

they only intended to rescue Junior Tao from the sea of flames and provide some relief.

As for subduing eight hundred fire spirits, none of the disciples had ever considered that.

"Junior Brother Tao... How did he manage it? Just now, the geomancy surged and blocked our vision for a dozen breaths, yet he subdued these eight hundred fire spirits so easily?"

"Could it be that Duobao True Monarch or Yunhua Immortal had intervened? Those were eight hundred fierce fire spirits, and being of a type that naturally carries hostility, even if we were to chant the Great Dao Song and perform the Washing God Technique day and night, it would still take a long time and effort to subdue just one or two. How on earth did Junior Brother Tao do it?"

"Perhaps it was a Buddhist method? I heard that during the time Junior Brother Tao was alleviating disasters in Southern Yue, even the high monks who came out of the Great Freedom Temple were impressed by his way. It seems he learned quite a bit of the Great Freedom Dharma. Subduing eight hundred fire spirits might seem unbelievable, but as they say, a prodigy can do what others cannot."

"Eight hundred fire spirits, and he subdued them so easily. In future when he contends with others, just by releasing these ferocious fire spirits, he could scorch thousands of miles. How could his enemies survive?"

"It's not that simple; these eight hundred fire spirits can only resurrect indefinitely within the Forbidden Technique. If taken out of the Forbidden Technique, each would be greatly weakened. Although they would still be powerful in combat, it might be somewhat counterproductive."

"That's right, these fire spirits have many wonderful uses, but using them in combat is actually the least of their abilities."

"Let's not speculate too much. Junior Brother Tao has now taken over three mansions and completely controls Ascending Immortal Island. We should go and offer our congratulations."

"Exactly, exactly. Look, those Nursing Woman Bird Demons are stirring too. They're probably heading to places like Qingping Island to spread the word."

Many disciples from Bibo Island, which is relatively close to Ascending Immortal Island, planned to go and congratulate Tao Qian.

Although none of them knew how he managed to subdue the eight hundred fire spirits, the spectacle was undoubtedly genuine.

At the Spirit Treasure Mountain Gate, although the atmosphere generally leaned towards harmony without any underworld-like dirty rules of the sects,

respect drawn from strength was indeed a present factor.

Whether it was the combat power displayed by Tao Qian, his brutally fierce style of fighting, or his mysterious methods… anyone who wasn't blind could see that this Junior Brother, who had recently entered the sect, was extraordinarily talented and powerful.

The many rumors previously spread about him greatly enhanced his reputation.

And just now, that series of events had solidified his fame.

It could be imagined that once the Nursing Woman Bird Demons spread the news that Tao Qian had completely subdued Ascending Immortal Island in just a couple of days and demonstrated such battle prowess throughout the entire sect,

there would absolutely be no one who would challenge his position as a True Inheritor.

The other True Inheritors would probably also start taking this junior seriously.

Take Yang Jie at this moment, his third eye remotely watching over Ascending Immortal Island, where the figure resembling a True Buddha or Supreme Being, still holding the Nirvana Seal and making eight hundred fierce fire spirits bow, appeared.

He couldn't help but think to himself,

"Master was right, this Junior Brother Tao Qian is peerless in both his talents and his capacity for slaughter."

"Master said that the True Disciples of Spirit Treasure in this generation are all exceptional talents destined to be involved in great conflicts."

"I, Yang Jie, disdain forming alliances with others, only forming good connections with those who catch my eye. Sister Golden Crow is one, Brother Wei is another, and Senior Brother Xuu yet another. As for this Junior Brother Tao, let's see in a few days…"

After these thoughts, Master Yang Jie turned his head.

With that third eye on his forehead, he looked at the many disciples on Bibo Island and advised,

"Brothers, slow down. Ascending Immortal Island has been abandoned for many years; Junior Brother Tao has just subdued eight hundred fire spirits and will need quite some time to manage the island. If you all go to disturb him, he will have to trouble himself to find fruits and drinks to entertain you, which is quite bothersome."

"Let's wait for some time. In the meantime, whether it's you from Bibo Island or Qingping Island, plan some banquets and celebrations, and send Junior Brother Tao one or two invitations."

As he spoke, he immediately received affirmation from Wu Xinguan.

This middle-aged Daoist, with a treasure gourd at his waist and a money sword in his hand, directly followed up, "Junior Brother Yang is right; there's plenty of time in the future. Junior Brother Tao has only just joined; there's no need to rush, there are plenty of opportunities to get close."

When Wu Xinguan finished speaking, suddenly there was a disturbance from the direction of Ascending Immortal Island.

All at once, tremendous booms were heard.

Everyone looked over and saw Tao Qian leading those eight hundred subjugated fire spirits, rushing into the Fire Cave Mansion like a tide of fire.

Moments later, everyone saw what had been covered by the "Nine Prisons of Ghosts Wind" on Ascending Immortal Island.

It was then that the true Forbidden Techniques were finally activated. Suddenly, three beams of light, one green, one gray, and one red, shot into the sky. Following that, a vast blanket of white mist enveloped the land, mixed with a gloomy, sinister wind that seemed to blow from across the human world and towering pillars of fire that seemed to surge from the deepest depths of the earth.

Against these visual scenes, things like the Absolute Immortal Fierce Flame, Taiyin Green Flame, and Silent Divine Thunder that were spawned from the interplay of water, fire, and wind seemed less impressive.

"All lines are fully activated; Junior Brother Tao has completely taken control of the major prohibitions on Ascending Immortal Island."

"It's undoubtedly the handiwork of Yunhua Immortal, truly astounding."

"My master also once mentioned that back in the day, Yunhua Immortal was so fond of Senior Sister Xie Lingji that she personally laid out the 'Mystic Netherworld True Water Meridian Suppression Great Prohibition,' 'Twelve Ancient Nuoshen Sha Great Prohibition,' and the 'Three Yangs One Qi Earth Barrier Immortal Prohibition.' These three prohibitions complement each other and, along with the foundation of those three Immortal Mountains, form a naturally perfect and infinitely powerful arrangement."

"It's truly enviable, even the Daoist fields of many Elders are not this luxurious."

"Alas, all this should have belonged to Senior Sister Xie Lingji, but now it has all gone to Junior Brother Tao. I understand why Duobao True Monarch would concede, but it's puzzling why Yunhua Immortal also valued this one so highly."

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"I've heard that Junior Brother Tao and Yunhua Immortal originally had a master-disciple karmic connection, but it was True Monarch who intercepted him halfway."

"Speaking of which, if Senior Sister Xie Lingji had not passed away, the first among the True Disciples might not necessarily have been Brother Taixuan."

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Many movements outside Ascending Immortal Island had been perceived by Tao Qian, yet he chose to ignore them.

At that time, leading eight hundred Fire Spirits, he directly entered Fire Cave Mansion.

His urgency was not due to a desperate rush to immediately regain control of the Three Yangs One Qi Earth Barrier Immortal Prohibition.

Rather, it was just then, as the Fire Spirits submitted.

Tao Qian suddenly heard a voice in his ear, weak but still carrying a cool, indifferent tone.

"Junior Tao, as the Fire Spirits have just rid themselves of their hostility and their innate defects have been rectified, swiftly seal them back into the Forbidden Technique. Let them be nourished by the Three Yangs One Qi to foster their True Spirits, and then they will be able to reproduce and thrive, serving as a great aid for you."

"You, having obtained the Ascending Immortal Token, must have guessed my identity."

"There's no need to panic, I'm not my actual self, merely an avatar left by Senior Sister Xie Lingji."

"As the Forbidden Technique completely changes masters, I am also about to dissipate."

"If you wish to talk to me, you may come to see me in the Fire Cave Jade Room inside Mansion."

Upon hearing this, Tao Qian naturally did not hesitate at all.

Leading the eight hundred Fire Spirits into Mansion, he, holding the Ascending Immortal Token, experienced no obstructions along the way.

Beast Slaughter Mansion, was rather crude and primitive.

Yet compared to this Fire Cave Mansion, it could be considered refined.

Inside, the setup consisted merely of stone chambers and caves, yet the core was the fire cave leading deep underground, surrounded by many arrangements that connected the ley lines of the entire Immortal Island, precisely the Three Yangs One Qi Earth Barrier Immortal Prohibition.

Tao Qian returned the eight hundred Fire Spirits back into the Forbidden Technique to be nourished and also completed the Ascending Immortal Token, formally taking control of the Three Prohibitions.

The moment all three veins were opened and the resultant shock, Tao Qian naturally sensed it.

However, at this time, he could not afford to admire it.

He was now in the main room of the Mansion, a quiet room purely built of Warm Jade Fire Stone.

The arrangement inside the quiet room was fresh and elegant, quite similar to Cliff Sea Pavilion, perfectly matching the tastes of the never-before-met Senior Sister Xie Lingji,

In front of the quiet room, there was a block of radiant warm jade.

Within the jade, a woman was seated cross-legged.

This woman was clearly extraordinarily beautiful, yet she dressed as a man, wearing a long-sleeved robe, her hair only tied with a wooden hairpin, anyone including Tao Qian, looking into her eyes for a moment, would find it impossible to turn away at that instant to look at someone else. It wasn't any charm or technique, but merely her inherent allure.

Since starting his cultivation journey from Seeking Immortal County, Tao Qian had seen countless women.

There were those of peerless grace and beauty, and those cute and exquisite, as well as enchanting demonesses and witches who charmed all living beings.

To move Tao Qian anew was an added difficulty.

Yet the woman before him was unlike any he had seen in past or present lives.

Especially since she was alive.

The warm jade also seemed alive, dreamy and illusive, allowing the woman to slowly lift her head and look towards Tao Qian.

At that moment, Tao Qian fully understood why Yunhua Immortal cherished this disciple so dearly.

Although merely an avatar, this Senior Sister Xie Lingji indeed presented a stunning impression as if the spiritual essence of heaven and earth were concentrated within her.

Just as this thought flashed through Tao Qian's mind, he suddenly realized, did Yunhua Immortal know that there was still an avatar of Senior Sister Xie Lingji remaining in this Fire Cave Mansion?

If she did not know, he should call the Immortal here now.

Thinking this, Tao Qian was about to take action.

However, at this moment, the avatar of Senior Sister Xie Lingji within the warm jade immediately perceived Tao Qian's intent and then shook her head, transmitting her voice to him:

"Junior Tao, I appreciate your kind intention."

"I am merely an avatar of Spiritual Resonance, and my Master has already met me. My existence, however, is also a form of suffering for her."

"Since Master has given this island to you, she must have decided to let go. For me, it represents a form of relief, after all, I suffer daily and nightly from the torment of the Fire Spirits."

"When I dissipate, there will be some remnants left in this jade, and at that time, I would trouble Junior Tao to bring the Warm Jade to my Master as a memento."

"Although this is our first meeting, fate decrees it not shallow. To dissipate in your company is a fortune of Spiritual Resonance."

"May I know your name?"

Receiving the transmission, Tao Qian did not know what expression to show for a moment.

The words spoken lightly by this Spiritual Resonance Avatar, yet Tao Qian could inexplicably feel the master-disciple affection between her and Yunhua Immortal.

Hearing the last question, he did not hesitate.

Tao Qian performed a suitable salute, according to the customs of the era in which Senior Sister Xie lived, and then replied formally:

"I am Tao Qian. It is an honor to meet you, Senior Sister Xie."