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Chapter 1180 - 1034: Choice (Extra - , Please Subscribe)

Chapter 1180: Chapter 1034: Choice (Extra Chapter, Please Subscribe)

"Holding onto a thought will surely echo back?"

"The Tao Resonance?"

Fang Xi’s expression changed, but recalling that his knowledge about Lord Yin Yang was shallow, he paid it no further mind.

’It seems, according to the Evergreen Skills recorded in the Abundant Karma House, the standards to reach ’Tao Resonance’ are far from met... otherwise all these traces would have been erased!’

’Eh... It seems I indeed don’t know much about Lord Yin Yang.’

’Even if I knew more, there’s no need to fuss about it... after all, this eleven-tier ’Sun Moon Divine Breath Array’ is enough to cut off such sensing.’

Ten-tier arrays, being at the Prime Taoist Master level, are not too safe.

But an eleven-tier Taoist Master level array is sufficient.

’Since the eleven-tier ’Sun Moon Divine Breath Array’ can block sensing, I have the ’Treasures of All Heavens’ suppressing my fate, so naturally I’m even less afraid...’

’Hmm?!’

A sudden thought struck Fang Xi’s mind as he looked toward Thousand Monument Mountain, a hint of terror on his face.

’The Thousand Swords Old Man... is also a Taoist Master!’

’He naturally possesses this ’Tao Resonance’ ability, and the Sun Moon Divine Breath Array would block other Taoist Masters but surely not himself!’

’And this Thousand Monument Mountain is actually the crystallization of the Thousand Swords Old Man’s lifetime of Sword Path and Array Taoist!’

’The more I delve into studying Thousand Monument Mountain, the more I understand the Thousand Swords Old Man, the more my own self becomes known to him?’

Fang Xi constantly pondered how the Thousand Swords Old Man would take the ’fate marked reward.’

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be such an incredible method!

While many geniuses studied Thousand Monument Mountain, they exposed all their own laws to the eyes of that Taoist Master.

With the capabilities of that Thousand Swords Old Man, since he has some understanding, he naturally can gather their strengths and complement himself.

’Looking at it this way, my careless studying of the Reincarnation Law really seems like a suicidal act...’

’Fortunately, with the Taoist Fruit of the Treasures of All Heavens suppressing it, the Thousand Swords Old Man likely hasn’t sensed that I’ve already begun forming the Reincarnation Taoist Seed...’

’Otherwise, what would have happened is really hard to say.’

The Treasures of All Heavens omnipresently also can enhance an Externalization.

With thoughts of cause and effect sorted out, cold sweat broke out on Fang Xi’s forehead and his face paled.

Know-it-all thought Fang Xi was intimidated by the authority of the Taoist Master, and immediately comforted him: "Generally speaking, if someone truly provokes a Taoist Master’s displeasure, they wouldn’t live to this day... Since you and I are still alive and well, it naturally means we are off the Taoist Master’s radar, need not worry too much."

"Sir, your words do make sense..."

Hearing this, Fang Xi sighed in relief, then felt a bit troubled: "My Taoist Path is yet not decided, making it difficult to make a choice..."

"Collecting numerous Prime Taoist Master and Taoist Master information is seeking death... but relying on this Sun Moon Divine Breath Array, exchanging information, we still achieve some gains, at least recording some Taoist Species that must absolutely not be touched."

Know-it-all laughed: "Of course, ordinary Immortals are fine, but if one cultivates to the Tao Combine Realm, with the ’Tao Resonance’ ability of the Taoist Master, inevitably, the Prime Taoist Masters are sensed, resulting in tremendous trouble..."

"This is a secret of life and death, I wonder what price sir is willing to offer?"

Fang Xi was somewhat curious but still prepared to purchase a copy.

After all, he was wealthy, not fearing being cheated.

"Looking at you, Qing Hezi, you must come from some remote area since even the taboos of Prime Taoist Masters are not clear to you... this can easily lead to losses."

Know-it-all earnestly said: "How about it? Are you interested in joining ’Sky Knowledge Society’? This is a small organization I’ve formed, regularly arranging gatherings, exchanging information, and cooperating on certain tasks..."

"If not joining, then you won’t sell?"

Fang Xi’s expression changed, questioning.

"It’s not like that..."

Know-it-all smiled faintly: "This invitation was merely a whim of mine... after all, one with such unparalleled talent as yourself, coming from a minor celestial realm like you are, is quite rare... Regarding the information on Taoist Species of Combine Taoist, it’s really not a secret in true powerful factions, it’s just basic knowledge, consider it a small favor I’m doing for sir."

With that said, the man began to explain: "Regardless of what Law one cultivates, actually at the Immortal stage there’s no danger, no Taoist Master cares about an Immortal’s cultivated Law... but if you aspire to be a Prime Taoist Master, one indeed needs to be cautious. Laws such as Yin-Yang, life and death, dual utmost are absolutely untouchable... otherwise, the outcome would be like the Kuyong Palace of olden times, marked by the Yin-Yang Taoist Master in Heavenly Palace..."

"Void, Time, Destruction, Vitality, these immensely powerful Laws... are also watched by Taoist Masters early on, crucially being several very domineering and unreasonable Taoist Masters. If the Tao senses it, they could act at any moment, killing a cultivating Prime Taoist Master..."

"I see you cultivate the Fire Law, already forming the Taoist Species, which is somewhat troublesome, considering the Five Elements, this overpowering Tao, is also early occupied by Taoist Masters, named ’Five Elements Taoist Master’, leading the Five Elements Immortal Palace..."

Know-it-all stated.

Fang Xi immediately looked grave: "Could it be... the Taoist Species I’ve finally cultivated, I must give up?"

"That’s not necessarily..."

Know-it-all shook his head: "This Five Elements Taoist Master isn’t as... overbearing as the previous Taoist Masters! But if you wish to combine subordinate Laws of the Five Elements Taoist Species, you might need to join the Five Elements Immortal Palace, where there are already several Prime Taoist Masters who tread the paths of Wood, Metal, Earth, etc."

He continued, mentioning several laws.

These were ones where Immortals verified and turned into Prime Taoist Masters, suddenly struck by misfortunes.

Although not necessarily done by a Taoist Master, it was best to steer far clear.

Listening, Fang Xi only felt a headache.

’This won’t work, that won’t work... why are all the powerful Laws occupied?’

But he understood too, this was the peak performance of Mortal Skills cultivation— monopolization!

Since Immortals achieve Immortality, possessing endless possibilities, those high and mighty Prime Taoist Masters naturally block all paths, preventing any newly grown Immortals from threatening themselves!

"Even though there are a myriad of laws, there is indeed a hierarchy among them..."

"The truly powerful laws and related resources... are all monopolized!"

This was actually a common state in the Cultivation World, and Fang Xi had nearly gotten used to it.

In the True Immortal Realm, due to the characteristics of laws and the Tao, this scene became increasingly severe.

High above, the Taoist Masters wielded the Tao, and once a Prime Taoist Master cultivating related laws combined the Tao, they could immediately sense the location and even directly descend to eliminate them!

"Seeking shelter under a Taoist Master?"

"It seems unfeasible... would Thousand Swords Old Man start a war over a mere Prime Taoist Master with fellow cultivators of the same tier?"

"If this becomes a precedent, and a few more follow, wouldn’t it mean making enemies everywhere?"

"It seems even among Taoist Masters there are unspoken rules, non-interference... and even tacit approval for each to manipulate their respective laws and Prime Taoist Masters..."

Fang Xi sighed.

He knew the True Immortal Realm was dark, but he hadn’t expected it to be this dark.

If one were to follow those truly powerful laws, there seemed to be hardly any way out.

Probably only Taoist Species like ’Ten Thousand Beasts’ and ’Illusory Destruction,’ which were a notch lower, would not be so conspicuous after combining the Tao and would have the freedom to roam.

But by doing so, with such a weak foundation, the hope of later assimilating other Taoist Species and combining the Great Tao seemed all the more faint.

"I wonder what Taoist Species Lord Green Cloud combined?"

Fang Xi had a bitter smile in his heart, "But obviously, it should have little to do with those powerful laws..."

"It seems I really have no choice... Reincarnation?"

If Lord Yin Yang were ’Life and Death Taoist Master,’ there might be a chance to sense the Reincarnation Taoist Seed, but he had already embarked on the Great Yin-Yang Path and wouldn’t sense the combined Reincarnation Tao.

Moreover... when nearly all the top Taoist Masters were occupied, how difficult would it be to find a new path?

The power of the Reincarnation Law was unquestionable. In the future, using this Taoist Species to assimilate many Taoist Species, one could surely combine a powerful Great Tao and become an expert among Taoist Masters!

For that, even if some risks had to be taken, it was worth it.

At this moment, Immortal Tianchong suddenly stood up and walked towards the next Jade Stele.

Waves of law energies surged around him, dazzling and colorful.

Suddenly, they each transformed.

"Cloud, Mist, Ice?"

"And Illusion?"

Both Fang Xi and Know-it-all recognized these law energies, but Tian Chong, as if he saw nothing, flew directly towards the next Jade Stele Mountain.

It seemed he really didn’t interact with ordinary Immortals.

"Humph... This person indulges in trivial paths and disdains others, his path to the Great Tao will ultimately be difficult!"

Know-it-all shivered with anger.

"Immortals being idiosyncratic is also common."

Fang Xi didn’t mind; he didn’t consider himself the center of the world, nor did he expect others to live for him.

Being ignored, then so be it...

At this moment, he turned to Know-it-all, "Thank you, Sir, for informing me, I shall take my leave now..."

Of course, he wouldn’t only trust the words of this Immortal Wan.

At the very least, he needed to seek more people and understand further.

That would definitely include Immortal Luofu who had a rather poor memory.

Given her current state, she likely wouldn’t deceive him.

As for how to find Immortal Luofu, Fang Xi had a clear idea, for she had shared her path of enlightenment.

Although only half, but going atop those few Jade Stele Mountains and trying his luck, there should be a good chance...

"Although... I do feel a bit guilty as if I’m taking advantage of an idiot..."

"I hope this woman, once she completes her cultivation of detachment, won’t come after me desperately..."

...

Mount Fengxue.

"This ’Sun Moon Divine Breath Array’ could actually be used as an online communication platform covering the True Immortal Realm..."

"Although the cultivators have more cunning tactics... there are indeed some useful pieces of information."

Fang Xi’s eyes lit up slightly.

Recently, he had made many connections with fellow apprentices in Sun Moon Divine Mountain, and luckily ’chanced upon’ Immortal Luofu, learning many useful pieces of information.

Among them, the choice of Taoist Species was crucial!

"All in all, what Know-it-all mentioned wasn’t far off, if those from major powers naturally follow the path of the Taoist Masters without hindrance..."

"If it’s an Individual Cultivator alone, it’s better to be cautious, better to choose the unpopular and obscure laws... there are fewer consequences!"

"Looking at it this way, it seems my choice has already been determined?"