Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 1014 - 923 Days of Big Fortune (Gone Today)

Chapter 1014: 923 Days of Big Fortune (Gone Today)

One month later.

In a serene estate, Shen Long and Chu Buyu sat within a green stone pavilion, with Shen Chan standing beside them.

"I didn’t expect to find a piece of Immortal Jade imbued with profound mystery in the treasure vault of the Xuelong Tribe!"

Chu Buyu said with a smile, holding a lustrous and cool-to-the-touch black jade stone in her hand.

Shen Mei and the others had annihilated three Different Clans, slain twelve Mahayana Cultivators, and found this piece of Immortal Jade in the Xuelong Tribe’s treasure vault.

The cultivators of the Xuelong Tribe did not know the origin of the black jade stone and had stored it in the vault for a long time.

An Eighth Rank Artifact Refiner attempted to use the black jade stone for refining, but was unsuccessful. They then presented it to other Mahayana Cultivators for identification, but no one could recognize it, so it was stored in the vault, with the intention to ascertain its origin later.

"This unexpected joy also signifies that the Green Lotus Sect has now become the strongest force in the Tianqiong Realm. With the Miracle Elixirs I provided, it’s only a matter of time before new Mahayana Cultivators emerge within the Green Lotus Sect. It’s time for us to leave this place," Shen Long said.

They had stayed on Green Lotus Island for over three months; Zhao Shuo opened the treasure vault and allowed Shen Long and Chu Buyu to freely choose. They selected a batch of alchemy and tool refining materials and then provided Zhao Shuo with some Miracle Elixirs to assist in the breakthrough to Mahayana stage.

The stronger the Green Lotus Sect, the better it can serve the Qianling Sect.

Chu Buyu nodded, brought out a red-glowing Messaging Plate, infused a spell, and said: "Daoist Friend Zhao, we are planning to leave. In some time, send someone to the Realm of the Spiritual Pivot to liaise with the Qianling Sect."

"Fairy Chu, you and Taoist Friend Shen might as well stay a while longer; your requested materials have been sent for by our people," Zhao Shuo’s voice carried a hint of reluctance.

After the news of Shen Long’s arrival in the Tianqiong Realm spread, many Mahayana Cultivators specifically rushed to the Tianqiong Realm. Different Clans that harbored hostility towards the Human Clan also started to behave, fearing to follow in the Xuelong Tribe’s footsteps. The Green Lotus Sect absorbed the territory of the three tribes and extensively recruited disciples.

The longer Shen Long and Chu Buyu stayed with the Green Lotus Sect, the more confident it became.

"We have important matters to deal with and cannot stay longer. If there are any issues, send someone to notify us in the Realm of the Spiritual Pivot," Chu Buyu stated.

"Alright then! Let’s see you off," said Zhao Shuo.

"That works! Come on over," Chu Buyu agreed and put away the Messaging Plate.

Not long after, Zhao Shuo and Xu Qing arrived.

"Our Qianling Sect will ensure the safety of your Green Lotus Sect. I do not wish for you to commit evil deeds in my name. Focus on development, enhancing your own strength is the priority, and regularly provide offerings to the Qianling Sect," Shen Long said solemnly, his tone stern.

Naturally, he would not protect the Green Lotus Sect for free. As a condition for protection, the Green Lotus Sect would regularly supply resources to the Qianling Sect, help gather information, and collect resources.

"Of course, Taoist Friend Shen, rest assured, we will definitely follow your instructions," Zhao Shuo promptly assented.

Chu Buyu summoned the Qianhuo Boat, boarded it, with Shen Long and Shen Chan closely following.

"Thank you for your hospitality, we take our leave," Chu Buyu gestured a spell, and the Qianhuo Boat flew into the high skies.

Zhao Shuo and Xu Qing hastily followed, and once they left Green Lotus Island, the Qianhuo Boat flew towards southwest. Before they’d gone far, a loud male voice rang out: "Is that Many Treasures Venerable up ahead? Could you please wait a moment? Xu has an important matter to discuss with Taoist Friend Shen that would be of great benefit to you and no harm."

The Qianhuo Boat immediately came to a halt, and Shen Long looked toward the southeast.

A green Escape Light appeared in the distant sky, with a quick flash stopping in front of Shen Long, revealing a tall and slender golden-robed youth.

"I am Xu Xingyao from the Xu Family of the Golden Scale Valley in the Huan Yue Realm, and I’ve come to meet Taoist Friend Shen and Fairy Chu," the golden-robed youth greeted with a salute, his demeanor respectful.

"Get to the point!" Shen Long urged.

"Our Xu Family hopes to become a subsidiary force to the Qianling Sect, willing to serve the Qianling Sect. These resources are a token of our sincerity," Xu Xingyao communicated telepathically, handing over a green Storage Bracelet to Shen Long.

Shen Long swept his Divine Sense over it and said, "Does Taoist Friend Xu think that the Qianling Sect will accept any force that comes to pledge allegiance? Do I look like someone who hasn’t seen valuable items before?"

Xu Xingyao gave it some thought and relayed through a messaging spell, "I did not mean it that way. To be frank, our Xu Family’s ancestor suffered a severe divine soul injury. With enemies constantly causing trouble, our ancestor obtained a special jade casket with divine soul restrictions from Many Treasures Venerable’s abode—it surely contains valuable items. We are willing to offer it to Taoist Friend Shen."

He raised his right hand, and an exquisitely made silver jade casket flew out, soaring towards Shen Long.

The silver jade casket was engraved with delicate patterns, naturally formed.

Shen Chan’s eyes burst forth with a blinding golden light, stating, "The jade casket indeed has special restrictions placed upon it."

Catching the jade casket, Shen Long observed it closely and indeed discovered the divine soul restrictions.

"If I’m not mistaken, your ancestor tried to open this jade casket and that’s what caused the severe injury, right?" Shen Long said.

"Exactly." Xu Xingyao responded with a wry smile.

"Wait here for a moment." Shen Long took out the Myriad Bamboo Chart, allowing it to float in mid-air, its surface radiating spiritual light, as he entered it.

He appeared in an open area and released Shen Ao, Shen Mei, and Shen Lin.

"Use divine soul attack on this jade casket. Don’t hold back. The restriction might retaliate against you," Shen Long instructed, tossing the silver jade casket to the ground.

Shen Ao and the other two spread out. A bright spiritual light shone from Shen Ao’s brow as he released a massive white sword of light that struck the silver jade casket.

The silver jade casket immediately emitted a dazzling silver light, and a silver light curtain appeared momentarily.

The white sword of light struck the silver light curtain, which trembled before the sword vanished without a trace.

The surface of the silver light curtain surged with numerous profound and mysterious runes, and another massive white sword of light shot out, heading straight for Shen Ao.

"It can rebound divine soul attacks? Interesting," Shen Long remarked with approval, then summoned Shen Peng, Shen Jiu, Shen Ben, and Shen Xiao to join the attack.

They spread out, each releasing a bright light from their brows as gigantic swords of light flew out, striking the silver light curtain in succession.

The silver light curtain shattered like a bubble, the spiritual light of the silver jade casket dimming.

Shen Long summoned a human-shaped puppet beast, manipulated it to open the casket, and spilled out a silver storage bracelet along with a piece of green beast hide.

Shen Jiu breathed out a beam of azure mist, which landed on the silver storage bracelet and green beast hide without causing any abnormalities.

Relieved, Shen Long reached out and the silver storage bracelet flew into his hand.

Sweeping his divine sense over it, he gasped in astonishment; inside were over twenty Immortal Yuan Stones and some refining materials.

Immortal Yuan Stones were currency used by immortals in the Immortal Realm, and while some occasionally made their way to The Lower Realm, cultivators there could not utilize them.

Shen Long retracted Shen Peng and the others back into the Spirit Beast Bracelet, stowed the storage bracelet, and exited the Myriad Bamboo Chart.

"Let’s go! Take me to your Xu Family," Shen Long instructed.

"Many thanks, Taoist Friend Shen. From now on, our Xu Family will follow Qianling Sect’s lead," Xu Xingyao said, his expression excited as he thumped his chest in guarantee.

"Alright, let’s head to your Xu Family first! From now on, your Xu Family will be a subsidiary force of Qianling Sect," Shen Long commanded.

Xu Xingyao complied and descended onto the Qianhuo Boat.

With a flick of Chu Buyu’s spell, the Qianhuo Boat lit up with a red glow, soaring into the high skies, soon disappearing from view.

"What good items did Taoist Friend Xu bring out to move Taoist Friend Shen?" Xu Qing asked with a curious face.

"This is not for us to know. From now on, we and the Xu Family are allies and can cooperate with one another," Zhao Shuo said solemnly, returning to Green Lotus Island with Xu Qing.