Longevity Chronicles
Chapter 621 - 404: Youyang Soul Capture, Gao Yang's Plot

The wonderous Buddha statue of the Joyful Buddha fell into the hands of Tao Qian.

Before even delving into it, Xiao Qian had already a hunch about the nature of the Buddhist Law that this treasure held within, stemming from the Da Zhao Temple.

Upon touching, the Record in his mind exploded.

Indeed, just as he thought:

"Little Desire Heaven Joyful Zen Embodiment Secret Method!"

"Again, this method?"

"Years ago, Bai Qin claimed to have won it in a bet against the monks of the Da Zhao Temple; now Gao Yang claims to have found it on a corpse after killing in self-defense."

"Well, it works fine. The monks at the Da Zhao Temple obviously have much better techniques of spreading their Magic Skills than other fishing men."

Tao Qian couldn't help but complain inwardly while holding the Buddha statue.

Of course, the Buddha statue wasn't just a carrier of the secret method from the Da Zhao Temple — it also had other profound effects that could help a Human Cultivator in cultivating the Yin Yang Dao.

If it were the former Tao Da, a fledgling, there'd be no use for it.

But now, it was indeed a good item.

As for the price of using the Buddha statue: after several uses, one would develop a heart of reverence for the Buddhist Law of the Da Zhao Temple, becoming devoted to joining the Da Zhao blindly.

For Tao Qian, that was hardly a concern, dispensed with a mere blink of an eye.

With that thought, he naturally wouldn't refuse the gift.

The plan to visit the Steamed Buddha City was initially to infiltrate the Gao family, to gain trust and, even better, to be entrusted with significant responsibilities.

Thus, everyone saw Master Wu Gou receive the Buddha statue into his treasure bag with a smiling face and say,

"Excellent treasure!"

"Given by Senior Gao, I dare not decline."

After he spoke, he mused on the temporary allegiance of True Lord of a Hundred Demons and laughed out loud.

Then, beside him, Yang Demon True Monarch Gao Wei suddenly reached into the treasure bag, groping for something and threw it over.

Tao Qian looked again and saw that the object's shape was particularly evil.

It was a short stick of a strange material, purplish-red all over, with more than a dozen odd elves carved on the outside and a hollow construction inside. Dark and gloomy was one thing, but it kept emitting dense fog of Exotic Fragrance.

Even more so, an Evil Light that incited turmoil within one's blood and qi spurted from the tip, sweeping across all directions.

In the Void, a series of subtle and weird sounds echoed, like the whispers of lovers or the murmurs of a love-struck pair.

Compared to the Buddha statue, this object was even more eye-catching.

Gao Wei, also proudly introduced,

"Young nephews, as elders when you join the Gao household, how could we not show a gesture?"

"This is called the Youyang Soul Capture Stick, might sound unimpressive, but it is indeed an ancient marvel."

"Even can be said to be a Daoist Magical Instrument, not some Side Door Heterodoxy or Devil's Deceitful Object."

"Not only does it have the effect of yin and yang balance, it can also summon some useful Devilish ghosts and spirits for couple's entertainment."

"It already has bound spirits such as Moon Lady Essence, Brother Gao Yang, Sheep Head Spirit, Swallowing Demon Little Straight Spirit and the like."

"I have plenty of beloved wives and concubines under my command and have no need for this; I give it to you as a wedding gift."

As soon as Yang Demon True Monarch finished speaking, Tao Qian had no time to respond.

In his arms, Yuan Gong already started laughing loudly.

Had he not lacked a physical body, he might be rolling on the ground, laughing uproariously at this moment.

"Ha ha ha... boy, weren't you the one desperate to approach the Gao family in the guise of a monk? Are you satisfied now?"

"One gives you a posture guide, and another gives you an excitement stick."

"These two, they truly live up to the Gao family's name."

"Quick, see what Gao Zhan, the beast, is going to give you?"

Yuan Gong wasn't the only curious one.

The Demons lurking in the shadows, observing from a distance, also cast their gazes.

After the previous earth-shattering struggle between the Ultimate Happiness Strong People, these Evil Cultivators now knew the status of the Buddhist couple.

Even the Tao Da of the Ultimate Happiness Realm were keen to court them.

It was enviable indeed, who wouldn't envy the backing of a ferocious monk like Qingjing Zen Master?

After two consecutive Ultimate Happiness Realm strong people gave their greeting gifts, which Tao Qian felt were beneath him, but didn't want to rudely refuse, he quickly thanked them and tucked them away into the treasure bag.

But in the eyes of all demons, they were truly fine items, real treasures.

Publicly saying nothing, in secret they were all cursing,

"Pah, so-called right yet wrong, supposedly with a dignified appearance, clearly they're just lecherous monks."

"Looking so decent, yet they mingle with us Demons."

"The Dharma Cakra Temple and Great Freedom Temple, these so-called Major Sects of the Buddhist Sect, are said to also harbour filth. Close as he is to Qingjing, the Qingjing Zen Master and his disciple's behavior seem like the rumors are not unfounded."

"Soon the South Sea territory might see the emergence of a new branch similar to the Demon Buddha Temple, a great temple of demon monks."

Just as the Demons were murmuring and curiously looking over,

The Jade Demon True Monarch Gao Zhan, who attracted everyone's attention, wore a distinctly nauseating smile on his demonic, enchanting face.

He seriously sized up Tao Qian and said with undisguised malice,

"What a handsome little monk, do you wish for a greeting gift?"

"I have nothing for you now, wait for me to prepare something."

"The saying goes, the master's debt is paid by the disciple; little monk, rest assured and wait."

After this statement,

With a wave of Gao Zhan's sleeve, a muffled sound of flesh and blood bursting and a soul passing away could be heard.

All Demons looked towards the source of the sound, shuddering.

It was Gao Ruyi, who after being slapped three times by Tao Qian, had his Evil Zombie Origin forcefully scattered, regaining his senses but also severing his Dao path.

As Gao Zhan's own son, he only managed to look over with an utterly resentful gaze and let out a cry, "Daddy..."

Then, he exploded and died.

After killing his own son, Gao Zhan didn't bother with anyone else, snorted coldly, and walked away.