stjorthotic Chapter 285
Chapter 285
Chapter 285
After the failed calculated operation, the higher-ups of the Palace of Calamitous Fate unusually quieted down, and there were no unusual behaviors. However, only a few core figures of the Supreme-level Daoist forces knew the truth: the oldest and most mysterious Daoist tradition in the Extreme Void Starry Sky had actually changed hands.
For the billions of cultivators in the Extreme Void Starry Sky, the Heavenly Human Race had always been behind the scenes and did not directly intervene in any affairs of this time and space. When there were matters, they would only operate through the Palace of Calamitous Fate.
However, now, for some unknown reason, the powerful clan in the Illusory Mist Secret Realm decided to change their past practices and personally participate in the competition for luck in the Extreme Void Starry Sky.
Naturally, this was not accepted by many Daoist forces. Therefore, in recent times, many important figures have been secretly exchanging information and discussing a joint effort led by the Dao Court to deal with the Palace of Calamitous Fate. Several female Daoist traditions, including the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace, have received invitations.
Emperor Xin Yu calmly responded positively. After all, everyone had a stake in this matter, and both the Palace of Calamitous Fate and the Heavenly Human Race had irreconcilable conflicts with the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace. It was only natural to deal with them.
Of course, this matter did not concern Qin Muling for the time being. His current main task was still cultivating with his senior sisters. In addition, he helped female cultivators transcend their tribulations and took care of the medicinal gardens in the sect. In his spare time, he would go to Yu Lingzhou's dojo to have a meal and seek guidance from his master, Mu Yinghua, on difficult cultivation issues. Life was quite comfortable.
As for going out for travel and adventures, he didn't need to think about it for now. With the previous experience as a lesson, the emperors would never allow him to leave the sect freely.
If he really wanted to go out, it would be impossible without two or three emperors accompanying him.
In this sensitive moment, Qin Muling didn't want to attract countless attention from the Extreme Void Starry Sky, so he settled down in the sect and became a homebody.
Over a month later, Emperor Lan Hua and Emperor Jing Lan once again brought a large team from the Multi-Storied Heavenly Boat to visit. Since the establishment of the alliance, they had returned to their own sect to gather resources and manpower, and now they were finally ready.
From Emperor Tong Ying, they learned about the actions of the Palace of Calamitous Fate in the previous period. After being shocked and angry, the two newcomers immediately agreed to take meticulous protective measures for Qin Muling. Whoever wanted to harm him would have to step over their five bodies, even the Genesis Star Palace!
Qin Muling was their future chance to achieve enlightenment. For the true eternal freedom and ultimate transcendence, any price could be paid.
This time, Emperor Lan Hua brought over more than two hundred thousand disciples of different cultivation levels, as well as thousands of severely injured elders. Emperor Jing Lan brought a similar number of people, along with a vast amount of rare resources.
Needless to say, all of this is prepared for Qin Muling, both the people and the resources.
This kind of matter can only be handled by Qin Muling himself. After all, besides him, there is no one else in the sect who can bear it.
"… Although we have already agreed, before that, it is still necessary for the 'Heart Tribulation Dao Interrogating Lotus' to investigate. All female cultivators who need help in transcending tribulation or healing cannot be exempted," Emperor Tong Ying said with a solemn expression. "If there are any problematic disciples, no matter how important their status is in your sect, they must have their cultivation abolished and be imprisoned. They cannot have another chance to approach Qin Muling. What do you think, sisters?"
Emperor Lan Hua and Emperor Jing Lan glanced at each other and nodded gently. "This is only right. We have no objections. Let them come in batches."
The Heart Tribulation Dao Interrogating Lotus is a precious treasure of the Divine Maiden Sect. It is rumored to be an innate object born in the depths of the Primordial Void. It can probe the nature of sentient beings' hearts. It is said that no matter how profound and unfathomable a divine ability or secret technique is, it cannot escape its discernment.
Since this treasure was obtained by the high-level members of the Divine Maiden Sect, it has become impossible for other forces in the Extreme Void Starry Sky to infiltrate this female cultivator sect with any spies.
Therefore, after joining the Female Cultivators Union Alliance, Emperor Tong Ying also contributed this treasure. She had all the formal disciples of Emperor Qing Huan and Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace inspected and discerned. As a result, a large group of spies was exposed.
Among them, a few with particularly important identities had been dormant for millions of years and had reached the half-step Great Principle level of cultivation. It can be imagined that if they were to cause havoc at a critical moment, it would lead to a terrible disaster!
Now that Flower Dew Palace and Azure Hill Hall have joined, it is inevitable that a thorough cleansing and purification of their disciples and elders must be carried out. Any possible spies or traitors must be eliminated to avoid endangering the future plans of the Female Cultivators Union Alliance.
Therefore, in Emperor Xin Yu's exclusive Grotto-Heaven world, female cultivators from both sects were divided into groups of a thousand and met with the five female emperors in batches to undergo the scrutiny of the Heart Tribulation Dao Interrogating Lotus.
Anyone who is found to have a problem will be immediately subdued by them. Whether they try to escape, commit suicide on the spot, or launch a sudden attack, they will have no chance.
The female cultivators who pass the scrutiny will be led to meet Qin Muling, either for healing or transcending tribulation. Everything is arranged in an orderly manner by the elders.
And so, more than six months quietly passed.
When the last group of female immortals from Transcending Tribulation descended from Dao Seeking Peak, Lan Hua and Jing Lan, the two emperors, couldn't help but feel ecstatic as they looked at Qin Muling, their eyes almost burning.
Thanks to his contributions, the overall strength of Azure Hill Hall and Flower Dew Palace has experienced explosive growth in these past few months. Not only have they made up for the losses in the previous Demon Race calamity, but they also have a surplus of high-end combat power.
"Alright, how many people in your sect still need healing from Transcending Tribulation? Bring them over as soon as possible after you return!"
Emperor Xin Yu said, "The next round of the Demon Race calamity is approaching, and it's not far away. While we still have time, we must do everything we can to enhance the sect's available combat power. It will be too late if we delay!"
"Yes, we understand."
Emperor Jing Lan smiled and said, "Looking at the silent Qin Muling, he felt satisfied but also a little regretful. It would have been great if this guy had been discovered by Azure Hill Hall first. Then I could have had him all to myself.
Of course, the current situation is not bad either. Once he becomes a Quasi-Saint Emperor, all the senior sisters can transcend together and touch the highest realm that no one has ever set foot in.
Emperor Tong Ying thought for a moment and said, "I still think Mu Ling should go to Divine Maiden Sect. If the ancestor who is sleeping in the sect can recover as soon as possible, the alliance will have six Quasi-Saint Emperors. Doesn't that mean our power will be even stronger?"
Emperor Xin Yu elegantly shook her head and said, "This issue cannot be discussed until Mu Ling advances to Golden Immortal and Emperor Feng Ge takes that step."
Emperor Qing Huan looked displeasedly at Emperor Tong Ying and said, "There are even more Quasi-Saint Emperors sleeping in the Grotto-Heaven of Dao Court. If that's the case, Mu Ling can't afford to be tossed around right now. Let's wait and see in the future!"
Emperor Tong Ying reluctantly stopped talking. She understood this reasoning. Once they opened the door, the other sects would also make demands. The final result would be unacceptable to Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace, and Qin Muling himself would not agree.
After Lan Hua and Jing Lan left with their disciples, Qin Muling decided to seclude himself for a while. The hard work and exhaustion of these past few months had taken a toll on him.
"Young Junior Brother, how about coming to my dojo?" Lu Qinghan, with her enchanting and charming demeanor, held onto Qin Muling. Her watery peach blossom eyes were full of charm as she softly said, "Senior Sister has already selected the most outstanding candidates in the sect for you. You can personally choose whoever you want. How about it?"
Mu Yinshuang gave her a disdainful look and then turned to Qin Muling with a smile, "Don't listen to her nonsense. Senior Sister has already brought the candidates here. They are just outside Imperial Dao Peak. Why don't we go and take a look together?"
Qin Muling shook his head and said, "Let's wait a bit. I've been exhausted by your endless demands before. I really have nothing left!"
He understood the intentions of his senior sisters, but this matter had to be decided by himself. Even a Quasi-Saint Emperor couldn't force him.
Xue Bingxuan timely spoke up, "That's fine. Let's not make things difficult for Junior Brother. Let's go into seclusion!"
However, shortly after Qin Muling and the others left, an unexpected guest arrived.
"...Mei Qingfeng from the Palace of Calamitous Fate wants to see me at the request of the sect's head and teacher?"
Mu Yinghua looked surprised as she looked at the name card in her hand. Her jade-like face was frosty, her eyes deep, and her soft voice turned cold, "Who does she think she is? She actually wants to discuss an alliance with me? The Palace of Calamitous Fate and us have long been sworn enemies. Moreover, she is no longer the Holy Maiden Dao Heir. Why does she dare to come?"
The foundation of the Palace of Calamitous Fate has long fallen into the hands of the Heavenly Human Race, and Yun Miaozhi is still in a state of unhealed injuries, being hunted down as a rebellious member of the sect. It's unclear when she will die.
That's why Mu Yinghua found it suspicious. At this time, Yun Miaozhi, that old cunning fox, actually refused to stay quiet and dared to send Mei Qingfeng to see her. Wasn't she afraid of being slapped to death by her?
"It's fine to meet her. Let's hear what she has to say!"
Emperor Xin Yu said calmly, "I'm a bit curious. Yun Miaozhi, who is already at the end of her road, can still come up with any tricks. Regardless of what that girl says, anything related to Qin Muling is off-limits!"
Mu Yinghua nodded in agreement.
(End of this chapter)