Yellow Court Daoist-Chapter 736 - 662: Monsters! Take my blade!

Ruins Continent.

Where water meets land.

Mighty figures from all directions converge.

To the east of Ruins Continent, signs of disturbance appeared first.

A demon wind arose.

Dark clouds gathered.

A mournful howl swept across the plains, birthing a piercingly cold wind.

Six silhouettes split into three groups, distinct as the clear waters of Jing and the murky waters of Wei, they landed on the mountain's peak.

Among them, three were towering, two sinister, and one celestial, all Earth Immortals.

Following that.

To the west, Divine Ruins Sea stirred.

In the far distance, an Immortal traversed the Caiyun, holding a lotus towards Jade Capital.

Purple Eyebrow Daoist from Qingsong Temple, leading the procession, rode on auspicious clouds, traversing thousands of miles in an instant to the western shore.

Close behind.

The 'Dangmo Venerable' Wu Ping, also from Qingsong Temple, arrived with an old man having a dragon's head and a human's body.

After those two.

The demon clouds obscured the sky.

A gale arose suddenly.

Three Evil Flood Dragons, like Divine Dragons, pierced the clouds and fog, landing on the western shore and transformed into three heroic youths in Python Robes.

In no time.

Two middle-aged men in Black Dragon Robes and a beautiful and enchanting Immortal fairy arrived one after another.

"We're all here!"

Wu Ping moved to Purple Eyebrow Daoist's side, surveyed the arrivals from all directions, and said in a deep voice.

"Hmm."

Purple Eyebrow Daoist nodded slightly, then turned to 'Divine Ruins Dragon King' beside Wu Ping and exchanged pleasantries, "Old brother from Divine Ruins, we meet again."

Qingsong Temple and the Divine Dragon Palace both resided within Divine Ruins Sea.

As representatives of both Earth Immortals.

They had met several times over three hundred years.

Their most recent encounter was just over forty years ago, which indeed counted as 'not long ago' for these Earth Immortals.

"Purple Eyebrow Daoist Brother."

The Divine Ruins Dragon King was not aloof.

After returning Purple Eyebrow Daoist's gesture, he looked around at the scene, noticing the flames reaching the sky and the surging Evil Qi, he inquired, "Daoist Brother, do you know what lies within?"

"I do not know."

Purple Eyebrow Daoist had only arrived a bit earlier and was as clueless as the rest.

Upon hearing the question, he instead asked, "Old brother has long resided in Divine Ruins Sea, this valley exudes overwhelming Evil Qi and sits near Divine Ruins Sea. Could it be that the Divine Dragon Palace knows nothing of what truly lies within?"

Considering this abnormal phenomenon.

The disturbance was indeed significant.

With the power of the Divine Dragon Palace, it would be improbable to be completely unaware.

Sure enough.

The Divine Ruins Dragon King shook his head and said, "This valley is called 'Tiger Roar Valley.' It is said that an ancient Demon God perished here, its lifetime of slaughter and killing congealed into endless Evil Qi, guarded by Chang Ghosts protecting the Devil God's Body entrenched in the valley. However, many Earth Immortals have investigated this place. Aside from some ordinary Chang Ghosts and wronged spirits, there really was no sign of any Devil God's Body. Instead, many great demons who practice Demon Techniques often come here to refine some malicious artifacts."

Purple Eyebrow Daoist's heart stirred upon hearing this.

Wu Ping at his side voiced his suspicion, "Could it really be that Demon Gods have perished here and today a Supreme Treasure has appeared?"

"Or perhaps it's some Spiritual Object undergoing a Transformation."

The Divine Ruins Dragon King glanced at the center of the valley, speculating as well.

Obviously.

The Divine Ruins Dragon King's speculation seemed more credible.

But looking at the Fire Cloud in the sky and the flames in the valley, they seemed animated to an extreme degree and there was a hint of Pure Yang Manifestation. Only a fraction resembled the emergence of a Supreme Treasure, whereas the majority mirrored a Spiritual Object gaining a path to Transformation.

"If a Spiritual Object undergoes Transformation, it becomes an Earth Immortal."

"What sort of Supreme Treasure could this be?!"

It wasn't just the Divine Ruins Dragon King who speculated thus; everyone present was an Earth Immortal, each with their own insights.

Upon this thought, a glint sparked in their eyes. Even Purple Eyebrow Daoist and Dangmo Venerable felt their hearts stir at the moment. If they could seize the Supreme Treasure, it would be perfect in these tumultuous times, with Immortal Qin rising and sweeping away all in its path.

Some were wary in their hearts,

Unwilling to be the first to act.

Yet others could not wait—

Boom!

Boom!

Boom!

Three thunderous roars were heard, and three towering figures took the lead. Rising from the ground, they formed the Three Talents Formation and charged straight into the valley.

"The Three Kings of Treasure Elephant Mountain."

"Truly a trio of brutes."

Wu Ping chuckled dismissively, showing no signs of panic.

Demons converged here, and even with Qingsong Temple and the Dragon Palace of Divine Ruins Sea joining forces, they only had three Earth Immortals. Although they were each top figures of their time, pitting three against many was still an unwise move.

Better to sit on the mountain and watch the tigers fight.

These demons were not easy targets, nor were they on the same side; none would sit back and watch Treasure Elephant Mountain claim the treasure for themselves.

Purple Eyebrow Daoist and Dragon King of Divine Ruins Sea understood this as well.

They watched closely.

None of them moved.

Then they saw the three great demons of Treasure Elephant Mountain take the lead and rush into 'Tiger Roar Valley' —

"Stop!"

"How dare you ruin someone's opportunity?!"

As expected.

Immediately afterward, two explosive shouts were heard.

Like specters, two dark figures flickered and darted into 'Tiger Roar Valley'.

Everyone looked on.

Instantly recognizing, "It's the two Old Demons from Black Pine Mountain!"

Treasure Elephant Mountain.

Black Pine Mountain.

Lotus Ridge.

These were the three most formidable forces in Ruins Continent, always at odds with each other.

Together with 'Two Dragons Ridge' and 'Pipa Ridge' of the Divine Ruins Sea, and as renowned as the Nine Evils Hall and the Celestial Demon Palace of Tan Gu Ocean, they are among Star Sea Realm's most elite demon forces.

Capable of contesting the Immortal Dao.

Unfortunately, each was too proud and stubborn to yield to others, becoming a disparate group with little threat.

At that moment.

Seeing Treasure Elephant Mountain make a move, the two Old Demons from Black Pine Mountain didn't hesitate and sprang into action.

Bang, bang, bang!

Boom, boom, boom!

Crash, tinkle.

Tiger Roar Valley was obscured by Evil Qi, now with flashes of fire illuminating Fire Clouds, making it impossible for even a shred of Divine Sense to penetrate. The surrounding Earth Immortals could only hear the sounds of intense combat within, signaling massive tumult.

But they couldn't see how the battle within fared.

"The Three Kings of Treasure Elephant."

"Don't be arrogant!"

The three Hall Masters from Nine Evils Hall were the first unable to sit still.

In tacit agreement.

They rose and leapt into the valley, seemingly heading straight for the Three Kings of Treasure Elephant.

Thunderous uproar!

Rushing water!

At that moment, the fighting inside turned more ferocious, a chaotic battle that was truly lively. Faintly, one could hear the roaring of Treasure Elephants and the bellowing of Flood Dragons.

And the ground shook as mountains trembled.

"Even the brats of Nine Evils Hall dare to be reckless?!"

The two Black Dragon Venerables of Two Dragons Ridge finally couldn't sit still either.

Whistling, calling the clouds and summoning the rain.

Each wielding their weapon, they stepped into 'Tiger Roar Valley'.

The chaos peaked, Earth Immortals unmatched.

As the two Black Dragon Venerables entered, Tiger Roar Valley ultimately could not withstand it.

Boom.

Crack.

The sound of an explosion, the sight of mountains collapsing.

The mountain burst open, the Fire Clouds scattered, and the battling Earth Immortals cracked the very ground.

Looking at the Three Great Demons from Treasure Elephant Mountain —

One wielding a Big Axe.

One wielding a Big Hammer.

One wielding a Big Blade.

Exceptionally valiant and relentless, they fought the two Old Demons from Black Pine Mountain.

The Big Axe cleaved through the mountain peak.

Boom!

The mountain peak burst open.

The Big Hammer smashed into the earth. 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Hiss!

The ground cracked open.

The Big Blade slashed through the Evil Qi.

Whoosh!

The Evil Qi dispersed.

What formidable Three Demon Kings, truly deserving of their power bestowed by the Treasure Elephant, their strength is boundless and truly fearsome.

But everyone's eyes weren't on the Three Demon Kings of the Treasure Elephant, nor on the fierce battle between the Black Pine Old Demon, Black Dragon Venerable, and Nine Evils Hall Master.

Instead—

"A Treasured Gourd?!"

"What a lively life spirit in this Treasured Gourd!"

Wu Ping stared with wide eyes, taking in the sight of the valley exploding and the big, fiery red gourd bouncing about in the center. For a moment, his breath caught in his throat.

He had cultivated for untold years.

It had been a long time since he ascended to Earth Immortal.

He was well-traveled and well-read.

But he had never seen a spiritual object quite like this fiery red Treasured Gourd before.

"This treasure—"

"With a little refining, it would be an invincible Spiritual Treasure!"

The Dragon King from the Divine Ruins Sea, though associated with water, was also overcome with greed at the sight of such an object.

Above Immortal Artifacts are Spiritual Treasures.

For an Earth Immortal, even a Second Rank Immortal Artifact is rare, a Third-rank Immortal Artifact all the more precious.

As for a Spiritual Treasure?!

Once in hand,

one would undoubtedly sweep through Earth Immortals, unrivaled in all the land!

"Wait a bit longer!"

"Wait a bit longer!"

But whether it was the Dragon King from the Divine Ruins Sea, or Purple Eyebrow Daoist and Wu Ping, they all understood the situation well.

They didn't dare to act rashly,

fearing they would become the target of all.

Looking again at the Treasured Gourd,

heroes fought and made their moves, but the Treasured Gourd, so full of spirit, dodged by leaping about. It could speak, and from the gourd came a child's immature voice—

"Don't touch me, ya bastard!"

"Back off, back off!"

"Watch your damn paws!"

Such flowery language.

Truly irascible.

Seeing this, the other Earth Immortals immediately realized that this treasure had developed its own consciousness and was about to transform. They couldn't stay seated before such a Supreme Treasure.

Lotus Fairy from Lotus Ridge.

Pipa Fairy from Pipa Ridge.

"Little guy!"

"Come to big sister."

Two stunning figures, both objects of envy and admiration among their peers, reached out for the gourd in the center, with the 'Pipa Fairy' smiling sweetly at the Treasured Gourd.

"Scram, scram, scram!"

The Treasured Gourd was irritable, unconcerned with gender or beauty.

Ensnared by the Pipa Fairy's seductive voice and narrowly avoiding the attacks of two old demons from Black Pine Mountain, it leaped high into the air and cursed her.

"Hehe!"

"What a good child!"

The Pipa Fairy wasn't annoyed, but laughed merrily instead.

The Lotus Fairy said nothing.

Yet both were headed straight for the Treasured Gourd.

One transformed into a sword, brilliant as if undergoing refinement.

The other played the pipa, like a fairy setting out on a journey.

In an instant, they were upon it.

The Lotus danced.

The Pipa resounded.

"What a broad!"

The Three Demon Kings and other Earth Immortal demons fought savagely, yet all kept an eye on the Treasured Gourd.

At the sight of the two fairy sisters making a move, they all turned around and charged toward them.

Partly to obstruct, partly to compete for the prize.

"Ha ha!"

"This treasure is a gift from the heavens, the ancestor accepts it with laughter!"

Before the fairies could reach it, before the Demon Kings could touch it,

a loud laugh exploded near the bouncing Treasured Gourd, as two large hands reached out and pinched toward it.

The hands were withered,

revealing a person.

"Faqiu Ancestor from Sealing Dragon Sect!"

Someone recognized him and shouted angrily, "It's that damned Sealing Dragon Sect brat!"

The Dragon King from the Divine Ruins Sea could no longer stay put—

"You thieving scoundrels, fit only for execution by all!"

With a leap,

he went straight for Faqiu Ancestor.

"Heavenly Official bestows blessings, without any prohibitions!"

But Faqiu Ancestor, cool and collected, pinched a seal with his hands and threw out a 'Faqiu Seal'.

Spinning round and round, it blocked the attack.

Nearby, a piece of pitch-black and translucent material flashed a lustrous light against the firelight, its sharp front end tapered, its conical base studded with golden threads tattooed in the style of 'Earth Penetration Pattern', and the talisman body was inscribed with the ancient characters 'Tomb Raider'.

"Tomb Raider Talisman."

"Tomb Raider Ancestor!"

Upon seeing this, the crowd became furious.

The Sealing Dragon Sect was adept at seeking treasures and exploring ancient sites, proficient in all sorts of devious moves, sneaking and traversing, setting up and breaking formations. They had used the battle between the Earth Immortals to sneak silently into the center.

Furthermore, both Tomb Raider and Faqiu Ancestors had made their move.

The Treasured Gourd was in dire peril!

But at that moment,

the stars descended from the sky, converging toward Tiger Roar Valley to reveal four figures.

One at the front, three behind, each with a distinctive presence.

The one at the forefront, clad in a Golden Dragon Robe and wielding an Emperor's Sword, exuded a heroic and dominating air.

Behind him were a scholar

and two generals.

One of the generals sprang forward,

donned in Locking Leaf Chain Armor with a black silk robe underneath. With a noble demeanor, he was extraordinary.

With a single sword strike, he knocked away both the 'Faqiu Seal' and 'Tomb Raider Talisman', those two precious artifacts.

The Treasured Gourd's whereabouts were revealed.

Faqiu Ancestor's withered hands were just about to grasp the Treasured Gourd.

"Old Faqiu!"

"How dare you provoke me?!"

The Treasured Gourd, leaping left and right, nimble as can be, let out a furious cry: "Wait until I come out, I'll take your dog's life!"

With an abrupt shout,

shrill yet childlike,

the Treasured Gourd stood still, splitting open along a seam.

An immature voice came through, crisp, with a hint of a baby's tone—

"Eh~ya!"

Seemingly struggling,

the voice echoed,

Pop!

The Treasured Gourd split in half on the spot.

Out jumped a delicate, fiery little child entwined in flames.

The two halves of the gourd rose into the air to crown the child's head, and a 'Flame Three-Pointed Blade' leaped from within into the hands of the fiery, delicate Gourd Child.

The little child held the weapon.

Its face flushed with a huffing red.

Without posing,

it charged towards the general who had descended with a sword, letting out a sharp rebuke—

"Monster!"

"Take a hit from me!"