Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 1083 - 991 The Great Changes of the Lower Realm

Chapter 1083: 991 The Great Changes of the Lower Realm

Chu Buyu has entered the initial comprehension stage of the Fire Law, while Shen Lang has entered the initial comprehension stage of the Water Law. Both of them have been cultivating for over a hundred thousand years on the Ninth Layer of the Myriad Beasts Tower, taking turns managing the Myriad Beasts Sect.

"Husband, you’ve emerged from seclusion. We’ve received news that the Nangong Family is hosting the Azure Dragon Assembly. Many True Immortal Cultivators will be attending, and there might be Essence Blood of a Five-Colored Peacock and a First Rank Immortal Flame appearing."

Chu Buyu said.

The Nangong Family is one of the Seven Great Powers in the Glazed Sea Domain, and an ally of the Tianyue Sect. They possess several Taiyi Golden Immortals and routinely host the Azure Dragon Assembly to provide opportunities for their clansmen to exchange Daoist techniques with other True Immortal Cultivators and establish friendships.

"The Azure Dragon Assembly!"

Shen Long nodded and asked, "Has there been anything unusual with the Qian Family these past years?"

"Nothing so far. One thing is certain—they’ve undoubtedly placed spies within our Myriad Beasts Sect. Meanwhile, Shen Hu has developed three informants within the Qian Family, the strongest of whom is at the Body Integration Realm."

Shen Lang said.

Shen Hu’s true form is a Sky Tiger Beast at the True Immortal Early Stage, and he oversees the Information Hall of the Myriad Beasts Sect.

As a newly established sect, opposing forces are bound to install spies within its ranks. It’s impossible to prevent entirely. Most of the responsible leaders for Myriad Beasts Sect’s various halls are chosen from the Myriad Beasts Tower, with Shen Hu, Shen Ying, Shen Li, and others serving as hall masters.

"The Ziyang Sect has taken good care of us at the Myriad Beasts Sect. Given our lack of wealth and resources, the Qian Family doesn’t stand to gain much; it’s unlikely they’ll make any moves against us."

Chu Buyu said.

Major forces typically wage war for profit. When the Ning Family was annihilated, their wealth was thoroughly plundered. The Myriad Beasts Sect, still young, hasn’t accumulated significant fortunes yet. In addition, the Ziyang Sect has been protective of the Myriad Beasts Sect.

For the Qian Family, targeting the Myriad Beasts Sect wouldn’t offer commensurate rewards for the risks it entails; thus, they have refrained from making any moves.

The main revenue sources for the Myriad Beasts Sect are Immortal Pills and Immortal Artifacts, sustained through Shen Long and Chu Buyu’s efforts.

The sect operates a storefront, the Myriad Beasts Tower, in the Tianyue marketplace, selling its own products such as Immortal Elixirs, Immortal Pills, Immortal Artifacts, and so forth. Though profits are modest, they suffice to keep the sect running smoothly.

"Shen Lang will remain stationed on Myriad Beasts Island. My wife and I will attend the Azure Dragon Assembly. By the way, it’s been nearly ten thousand years, yet no cultivators from Qianling Sect have ascended to the Immortal Realm?"

Shen Long expressed his confusion at this point.

"I visited the Tianyue marketplace not long ago and asked Taoist Friend Ye about this matter. He said that so far, no Ascenders have appeared on the Ascendant Platform at Golden Swallow Island."

Shen Lang replied.

Shen Hu, Shen Ying, Shen Li, and others assist Shen Lang in managing the Myriad Beasts Sect. Shen Lang periodically visits the Tianyue marketplace to sell goods and maintain contact with Ye Qingli.

"One would think cultivators of the Qianling Sect should have ascended to the Immortal Realm by now. It seems something has gone wrong in the Lower Realm."

Chu Buyu analyzed.

Shen Lang took out a glowing blue Transcendent Mirror, infused it with a spell, and Shen Fu’s image appeared on its reflective surface.

Shen Fu is tasked with guarding the entrance to Myriad Beasts Island. All cultivators seeking entry must gain Shen Fu’s approval.

"Changfeng has ascended to the Immortal Realm. Taoist Friend Ye escorted him here."

Shen Fu reported.

"Please bring them in and escort them to the Myriad Beasts Beast Garden."

Shen Lang instructed, feeling both surprised and delighted.

"Alright, I’ll bring them over right away."

Shen Fu promptly agreed.

Shen Lang then stowed the Transcendent Mirror and said with a smile, "Finally, someone has ascended! I didn’t expect it to be Changfeng."

Before long, Ye Qingli and Su Changfeng arrived at the Myriad Beasts Beast Garden.

"Taoist Friend Shen, Fairy Chu, you’ve both ascended to the True Immortal Middle Stage. Congratulations!"

Ye Qingli offered his congratulations and continued, "Taoist Friend Su has ascended to the Immortal Realm. He says he is your disciple, and since I was coming here to visit Fairy Chu, I brought him along."

"Taoist Friend Ye, many thanks. What brings you to see me?"

Chu Buyu asked courteously.

"It’s like this—I’d like to commission two First Rank Immortal Puppets from you."

Ye Qingli stated.

First Rank Immortal Puppets refer to Puppet Beasts at the True Immortal Realm. There aren’t many Immortal Artifact Masters in the Glazed Sea Domain who are capable of refining them.

"What requirements do you have for the Immortal Puppets, Taoist Friend Ye? Should they prioritize strength, speed, defense, or support functions?"

Chu Buyu asked.

She is currently capable of refining various types of First Rank Immortal Puppets, each with different functionalities.

"I’d prefer they emphasize speed. But their defense shouldn’t be too weak—they must be able to withstand attacks from Low Grade Immortal Artifacts at the very least."

Ye Qingli specified.

"No problem. Once I finish refining them, I’ll arrange for someone to deliver them to you."

Chu Buyu agreed.

"Fairy Chu, here is the deposit. I’ll pay the balance when the puppets are ready."

Ye Qingli took out a golden Storage Bracelet and handed it to Chu Buyu.

"Taoist Friend Ye, there’s no need to be so formal—it’s just two First Rank Immortal Puppets, a mere trifle."

Chu Buyu declined politely.

They anticipated needing Ye Qingli’s assistance on many occasions in the future, so naturally, they wouldn’t concern themselves with two Immortal Puppets.

Despite Ye Qingli’s repeated insistence, Chu Buyu still refused the deposit.

"Taoist Friend Ye, we’re looking for Essence Blood from a True Spirit Five-Colored Peacock. A True Immortal Realm Five-Colored Peacock. Help us keep an ear out for any news about this, and we’ll consider it a fair exchange."

Chu Buyu said.

A First Rank Immortal Flame is incredibly rare, and Ye Qingli himself was searching for one.

"Indeed, Taoist Friend Ye. We’re all friends here; it’s just two Immortal Puppets."

Shen Long agreed wholeheartedly.

Ye Qingli stopped insisting and nodded, "Alright then. I’ll keep an eye out for you regarding the Essence Blood. By the way, the Nangong Family will soon host the Azure Dragon Assembly, attracting many True Immortal Cultivators. You might find what you’re looking for there, so consider attending the event if you have time."

"Alright, we’ll certainly attend if we’re free."

Shen Long responded.

After chatting for a while, Ye Qingli took his leave.

"Disciple pays respects to Master and Mistress."

Su Changfeng bowed deeply, his expression filled with excitement.

"Changfeng, has something gone wrong in the Lower Realm? Why have you only ascended now?"

Shen Long asked curiously.

Su Changfeng nodded and shook his sleeve, releasing a jade-green, glowing Round Bead. It spun around them once before forming a thick green light curtain, enveloping all four of them.

"Master, the Li Family and the Xingyue Clan have gone to war. The entire Qingxuan Continent Groups have descended into chaos. The conflict lasted tens of thousands of years, and Senior Brother Wu was tragically lost in the upheaval."

Su Changfeng concluded with a sorrowful expression.

"What? The Li Family and Xingyue Clan have gone to war? How did Senior Brother Wu meet his end? Also—where did you acquire this Immortal Artifact?"

Shen Long asked in astonishment.

"The Li Family organized a Dao Exchange Conference, attracting many Mahayana Cultivators to participate. Senior Brother Wu and the others also attended, hoping to gather some Immortal Materials. But then the Xingyue Clan launched the war. Senior Brother Wu and his group were forced into the conflict and ultimately perished at the hands of affiliated forces of the Xingyue Clan."

Su Changfeng explained.

He briefly recounted the events: The Xingyue Clan had suddenly initiated warfare to seize the Li Family’s territory. Four Mahayana Cultivators, including Yuling True Monarch, happened to be at the Li Family’s marketplace at the time. They were dragged into the battle against their will and killed by Mahayana Cultivators from the foreign clan.

"Why would the Li Family and Xingyue Clan suddenly start fighting? And how did an entire region—the Qingxuan Continent Groups—end up in such turmoil?"

Chu Buyu asked in bewilderment.

"I’m not sure—it was very sudden. Among the Qingxuan Continent Groups, the Li Family and Xingyue Clan are the strongest forces. Once they began fighting, other factions were either drawn in voluntarily or forced to join. From what I know, thousands of Mahayana Cultivators have died. The Qingxuan Continent Groups have taken a severe blow to their vitality. The Qianling Sect was also attacked by two Super Clans, but thanks to the treasures and Eighth Rank Puppet Beasts left by Master and Mistress, they managed to fend off the invaders. I personally led the effort to annihilate those two Super Clans."

Su Changfeng recounted slowly.