Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Misfortune: Starting from the Celestial Master’s Mansion
Chapter 90: Rebellion against the Heavenly Master’s Mansion

Thunder rumbled continuously, like tigers and dragons roaring in unison.

The entire Mount Longhu seemed to tremble along with it.

Above the Tianshi Mansion, a streak of lightning suddenly rose, shaking the surroundings, resonating with the thunderclouds in the sky.

Inside the mansion, Young Tianshi Li Zhengxuan and his uncle, the High Elder Li Ziyang, stood side by side.

Floating before them was a Daoist Command Sword—none other than the Tianshi Sword, one of the Three Great Treasures of Tianshi Mansion.

Purple lightning crackled over the Tianshi Sword, transforming into grand lightning that shot up into the clouds, as if responding to some other force.

"The matter of the Tianshi Seal is of utmost importance; we cannot afford to lose it," the Young Tianshi said slowly. "Over there at Yu Qingling, Martial Granduncle will keep a close eye on him this time."

Li Ziyang's expression was solemn. "Third Uncle's strength is undeniable, but we must also be wary of Yu Qingling's unexpected tricks."

The Young Tianshi said resolutely, "Today, the Tianshi Seal must return to the mountain! I will take the Tianshi Sword and provide backup to ensure success."

Li Ziyang nodded. "Given the circumstances, there’s no other choice. With you supporting from behind with the Tianshi Sword, I can go all out."

The Young Tianshi replied, "Thank you for your effort, Third Martial Uncle."

He raised his hand.

The Tianshi Sword, floating in mid-air, shone even brighter and slowly ascended.

Mount Longhu trembled more violently, and the thunder above grew louder.

Li Zhengxuan and Li Ziyang's figures also rose along with the Tianshi Sword.

Outside the mountain, Chu Yu and several Chu Clan youths gazed at the awe-inspiring scene on Mount Longhu.

A young man turned to Chu Yu for guidance. "Aunt, judging by the situation, could it be...?"

Dressed in hunting attire, Chu Yu stood on a hilltop, hands behind her back. "The Tianshi Sword has been unsheathed. Li Zhengxuan can no longer sit idle, though he remains cautious."

Though the Young Tianshi Li Zhengxuan took the Tianshi Sword out of the mansion, he did not stray far from Mount Longhu.

The intimidating lightning hung high above the mountain, ready to strike if needed.

Li Zhengxuan and the Tianshi Sword primarily served as a deterrent, staying in a central position to respond to any situation.

A separate purple thundercloud flew off into the distance—that was Li Ziyang.

Grand Elder Li Song was tasked with containing Yu Qingling from the Yellow Heaven Sect. The responsibility of retrieving the Tianshi Seal fell on Li Ziyang's shoulders.

It was said that Li Ziyang’s eldest son, Li Xuan, had previously attempted to bring the Tianshi Seal back but failed and was severely injured by Yu Qingling.

This time, his father Li Ziyang personally took on the mission, perhaps to complete what his son could not.

Chu Yu watched the deep purple thundercloud recede and felt a mix of amusement and exasperation.

The deep purple thundercloud passed over the Chu Clan members.

Chu Yu sensed Li Ziyang's scrutinizing gaze and smiled back at him.

The thundercloud didn't stop and disappeared in an instant.

A Chu Clan youth beside Chu Yu asked, "Aunt, what should we do?"

"Don’t be hasty. We’re just trying our luck. It doesn’t matter if we set off a bit later," Chu Yu said calmly.

...

Lei Jun looked up quietly at the dense thunderclouds and the lightning snakes darting across the sky.

After the lesson learned from Li Xuan's failure, the Tianshi Mansion elders were clearly putting in a tremendous effort this time.

Even the Tianshi Sword had been deployed, showing Li Zhengxuan’s determination.

On the other hand, Yu Qingling and the other experts probably wouldn’t give up easily either.

Even with the two Tianshi Seal Imprints and the Breath-Taking Flag, such high-level battles were beyond Lei Jun's current ability to participate in.

So, he remained calm, staying within the mountain.

Is the Tianshi Seal valuable?

Of course.

But no matter how great the opportunity, one must survive to enjoy it; otherwise, it’s all for nothing.

Fortune is a blessing; failure is fate.

Lei Jun considered whether to seize the time to experience the Dao insights in the True-One Altar Grotto-Heaven again.

He wondered if that place was still safe amidst the chaos.

As he pondered, the Light Sphere in his mind suddenly glowed, revealing text:

"A supreme treasure reappears, dragons and tigers clash, the road stretches far, watch the waves unfold."

This time, four fortunes emerged from the Light Sphere:

1. Upper-Moderate Omen: "Stay in the ancestral tomb forbidden area behind the Tianshi Mansion, wait patiently, and you will obtain a Second-Grade Opportunity. However, the karmic entanglements run deep, and hidden dangers lie ahead. Proceed with extreme caution. Good."
2. Moderate Omen: "In the afternoon, go to the Jinque Creek Ferry at the foot of Mount Longhu. You can gain a Sixth-Grade Opportunity, but you must reveal your treasures and abilities. Hidden dangers remain. Neutral."
3. Moderate Omen: "Seek refuge away from the Ancestral Tomb, Jinque Creek Ferry, and Qingtian Peak. Destroy the two Tianshi Seal Imprints and act low-key. No danger, though some loss. Neutral."
4. Lower-Moderate Omen: "Go to Qingtian Peak during the day. Gain nothing. Grave danger, with only a slim chance of survival. Endless troubles await. Bad."

Lei Jun read the fortunes, feeling surprised.

He glanced toward the deep purple thundercloud, which was where Li Ziyang had disappeared—toward Qingtian Peak.

That peak lay just outside Mount Longhu, about a hundred miles away.

His instincts told him the Tianshi Seal had emerged in that direction.

It seemed Young Tianshi and Li Ziyang indeed had accurate information.

The Lower-Moderate Omen suggested extreme danger for Lei Jun at Qingtian Peak—danger that Li Ziyang himself might unknowingly cause.

Such conflicts among immortals often endanger bystanders.

The gathering at Qingtian Peak was bound to be filled with powerful figures.

...

Lei Jun considered the fortunes carefully, then made his decision.

He went to the Steward's Hall to receive his duty for the day.

This time, he chose an unpopular assignment: guarding the Ancestral Tomb Forbidden Area behind the mansion.

...

Wang Guiyuan clasped Lei Jun's hand with an encouraging smile.

"Finally enlightened, Junior Brother!"

Lei Jun chuckled awkwardly.

Lei Jun chuckled awkwardly. "Uh, not really... I just think it's worth trying all the different duties. Besides, watching over the resting place of our sect’s ancestors is something every disciple should do."

Wang Guiyuan beamed cheerfully, his expression a comical mismatch with the somber surroundings. "No worries! You’ll get used to it. It’s safe here, you know. The ancestors are watching over us."

Lei Jun followed Wang Guiyuan to report to the elder responsible for the area. “Elder Xin, Disciple Lei Chongyun is here to receive your instructions.”

Elder Xin nodded slightly. “Very well, follow me.”

Given Wang Guiyuan's fondness for this duty, it wasn’t hard to guess why.

First, this place was extremely safe.

Even the Yellow Heaven Sect wouldn’t dare desecrate the ancestral tombs of Mount Longhu, as their origins traced back to the same line of ancestors.

Even if the Southern Wasteland Witch Sect invaded, they wouldn’t prioritize attacking this “cold post.”

Of course, safety didn’t mean the work was easy.

On the contrary, everything they did here had to be meticulous and respectful.

Guarding the resting place of their ancestors left no room for carelessness.

Although the place was serene and filled with spiritual energy, Lei Jun and Wang Guiyuan weren’t allowed to take advantage of the environment for personal cultivation.

“Chongyun, since you’re new here, Chonggui will show you the ropes,” instructed Elder Xin.

Wang Guiyuan nodded promptly. “Yes, Elder.”

He led Lei Jun around to familiarize him with the area, explaining the dos and don’ts.

As they spoke, both suddenly sensed something was wrong.

They turned toward the direction of Mount Longhu's outer peaks.

A tremor shook the ground, originating from the direction of Qingtian Peak.

Lei Jun thought to himself, That’s Qingtian Peak...

But what caught their attention even more was the massive thundercloud that had been hovering over the sect’s main gate.

Now, the purple lightning within it crackled violently, and the entire cloud surged toward Qingtian Peak.

A series of deafening booms echoed as the sky above Qingtian Peak was dyed in shades of deep purple, interspersed with flashes of gold and crimson light breaking through the clouds.

“Is Senior Brother Zhengxuan using the Tianshi Sword in battle?” Wang Guiyuan muttered with concern. “If so, doesn’t that leave our mountain gates vulnerable?”

Lei Jun nodded slightly.

Nearby, Elder Xin frowned, also looking toward Qingtian Peak.

A while later, news arrived.

When Elder Xin received the message, he didn’t hide it from the disciples. Lei Jun, Wang Guiyuan, and the others heard the update.

Li Ziyang had encountered an unexpected opponent at Qingtian Peak: Master Longjia from the Vajra Monastery, one of the Four Great Buddhist Holy Lands.

By age, rank, and cultivation, Master Longjia was on par with the previous generation's elder, Li Song.

Even for Li Ziyang, this was a formidable foe.

The Vajra Monastery, located in the far western frontier of the Great Tang, rarely interacted with other factions.

No one expected Master Longjia to appear at Qingtian Peak and clash with Li Ziyang.

Lei Jun pondered this. It must also be for the Tianshi Seal.

He recalled sensing three groups probing the True-One Altar Grotto-Heaven before.

If one was Li Zhengxuan and another was Chu Yu, then the third might have been the Vajra Monastery.

Master Longjia must have gotten wind of the Tianshi Seal’s location and seized the opportunity during the chaos.

This unexpected adversary disrupted Li Zhengxuan's plans, forcing him to join the battle with the Tianshi Sword to support his uncle Li Ziyang.

Disregarding Li Song and Yu Qingling, and setting aside Chu Yu, the clash at Qingtian Peak was now between two major powerhouses, shaking heaven and earth.

“Since Senior Brother Zhengxuan has taken the Tianshi Sword out, some opportunists may think our mountain gates are vulnerable,” Elder Xin warned sternly. “All disciples must stay vigilant.”

Lei Jun, Wang Guiyuan, and the others acknowledged the command.

The ancestral tombs remained peaceful for now.

Elsewhere on Mount Longhu, however, infiltrators were attempting to exploit the situation.

The disciples of the Tianshi Mansion rose to the challenge, defending their territory.

With defenders like Li Hongyu, Yuan Mobai, Yao Yuan, and Tang Xiaotang, no major threats breached the gates.

Then came another unexpected piece of news:

“A disciple has injured several comrades at the Jinque Creek Ferry and fled!”

Everyone in the ancestral tombs was stunned.

While cases of disciples defecting to the Yellow Heaven Sect had occurred before, most traitors had already been exposed during the initial chaos.

For someone to betray the sect now was shocking.

“It’s Chen Yi, a True Disciple under Elder Yao!” the messenger shouted urgently. “All disciples are to capture or eliminate him on sight!”

Some among the group recognized Chen Yi and were even more shocked.

In Lei Jun’s mind, a memory surfaced—Chen Yi wielding Blood River Sword Qi.