Yinshan Record

Chapter 797 The Wrathful Heaven, Lord of the North Pole (Part 1)

Even as the Demon Lord in hemp robes mocked him from the side, Su Che looked at the twenty-four earth-stabilizing needles that penetrated deep into the earth and were surrounded by rolling magma, and felt quite moved.

Xuandu Palace has truly paid a heavy price to protect this realm.

Twenty-four Earthly Immortals and Celestial Venerables drew a circle on the ground here, enduring the force of the earth's disintegration, barely managing to prevent the world from completely collapsing.

Regardless of how Xuandu Palace conducts itself, it certainly has a respectable side.

However, how long can such a price be sustained?

The spiritual seekers' pursuit of immortality is merely superficial; what they seek is transcendence and freedom. How could they possibly end up as prisoners and laborers after all their spiritual practice?

Although the Demon Lord in Hemp Robes speaks in vulgar language and has low taste, his way of thinking does represent the mentality of a considerable number of cultivators in this world.

This is the law of morality. Some admire its purity and integrity, while others admire its stinginess. But most people struggle with choosing between these two extremes...

As Su Che pondered, the speed of the Demon Lord in Hemp Robes gradually decreased.

The North Pole of the Earth is now clearly visible.

The earth split open from its core, and the so-called North Pole was no longer a specific point, but a large area at the northernmost point of the earth. The nine layers of celestial energy here, like in the Southern Wilderness, were extremely thin, and large groups of demon races could be seen floating back and forth above them like dark clouds that could not be dispersed.

There was also the eerie radiance released by the demonic cultivators as they tore through the nine layers of heavenly energy and headed into the outer void.

In this region where the void meets the earth, there are many sects suspended in the void. Although their scale cannot compare with Huang Tiandao's sects, they are like satellites, slowly orbiting the earth.

The ecological mysteries and legal concepts within it truly gave Su Che a fresh perspective and provided him with valuable insights that allowed him to draw parallels with other things.

However, the Demon Lord in Hemp Robes did not linger there for long. He had already locked onto his target ahead, and with a flash of light, he landed directly in the Arctic.

This is a magnificent complex of interconnected buildings, with castles and palaces of a style different from those in the Central Plains linked together, and massive stones, several meters long and wide, piled up in one place, all covered by layers of solid ice. A ghostly blue flame flickers from within the complex, dazzling and mesmerizing to behold.

Under the flowing halos of light, Su Che could feel that the complex of buildings was like a whole, a giant beast waiting to awaken.

On this snow-covered land, there is no sun or moon shining. The thick ice and snow crush all life. Su Che can even feel wisps of death energy surging in from the south, merging with the chill of this place.

Is this a change in legal principles?
Because life has ceased, it has become a place where death energy gathers.

Su Che suspected that perhaps in ten million years, this place would become the real Fengdu Ghost Palace, a paradise for yin creatures and ghost cultivators.

However, the current environment is indeed suitable for people in the demonic sect to cultivate various kinds of evil spirits.

"As expected of the Northern Yuan Palace, the palaces stretch for hundreds of miles. The sorrowful heavens truly have a magnificent spirit."

Hua Gu spoke out of emotion, but before he could finish, he was reprimanded by the Demon Lord in Hemp Robes.

"How dare you be so rude! How dare you address the Lord of Sorrow and Wrath as such?"

No sooner had he finished speaking than a demonic sound drifted over from the other side, buzzing in their ears.

"Brother Ma Yi, why bother with these juniors? Don't blame Wuyou for being late in welcoming me."

A clear and resonant voice rang out.

However, a demon of the Six Desires had risen from the palace at some unknown time. He looked to be only about ten years old, wearing a magnificent fur robe and with two topknots on his head. However, his eyes burned with demonic fire, making people feel cold at the sight of him.

It was him.

Su Che had naturally heard of the name Wuyoutian. It was said that there were three Six Desires Heavenly Demons in charge of the North Pole Yuan Palace, with Beinutian as the leader and Wuyoutian and Miaogaotian as the other two.

Among them, the most powerful is the Heaven of Sorrow and Wrath, the Heaven of Wonderful High is proficient in transformation, and the Heaven of No Worries is the most wise and profound, known as the strategist of the Northern Palace.

The three brothers worked together to make the Beiji Yuan Palace a lively and bustling place.

Unexpectedly, the Demon Lord in Hemp Robes came to greet him personally.

Su Che kept his eyes down, remaining silent to avoid attracting the attention of this person.

"Senior brother is already waiting for you in the main hall. Haha, Miaogao just came out of seclusion a few days ago. It's a joyous occasion for us brothers to be reunited today."

Although Wuyoutian looked like a child, his voice was incredibly old, like that of a frail old man with only half a breath left.

"It just so happens that one of my disciples has killed a dragon whale from the North Sea. The beast's tongue is the most delicious. Let's cook it up and have a drink with it, fellow Daoist."

"Good good."

The Demon Lord in hemp robes didn't say much in front of this person, only offering a few words of praise. "How should I address these esteemed disciples?"

No matter how Su Che tried to hide it, Wuyoutian's eyes swept over the group like wildfire.

"This is Hua Gu, who is now the head of the eight lineages of the Longevity Sect. The other one is Jin Yunu."

The Demon Lord in Hemp Robes paused briefly before continuing, "This is my newly acquired disciple, Yang Sui, whom I obtained from the outer void. I even fought against the Azure-Eyed Garuda King for this child, and we determined who was superior."

Upon hearing this, Wuyoutian clapped his hands and laughed.

"Fellow Daoist is indeed awe-inspiring. I was wondering who had destroyed that old bird's home, but it turns out it was you. In that case, this young friend Yang must be quite talented, otherwise how could he have attracted the attention of that hairy beast?"

"At the time, we were dealing with a nail that Lingkong was raising outside, and we didn't expect to have such a pleasant surprise."

A flicker of fire appeared in Wuyoutian's eyes.

"Blame me, blame me."

"What makes you say that, fellow Daoist?"

"In a few days, we will be fellow disciples, and these others are also disciples of our sect. Why should I be so polite with you, calling you 'young friend'?"

Wuyoutian generously said, "I will punish myself with three cups later."

"You're too kind, Senior Brother."

The Demon Lord in Hemp Robes laughed and said, "Even if we speak two different languages, aren't we still family at heart?"

It seems that the Demon Lord in Hemp Robes has boarded the big ship of the Arctic Yuan Palace, no wonder he dares to turn against his fellow disciples.

Compared to the fierce and wrathful Heaven who dominated the north, the figures in the Eternal Life Sect were indeed not worth mentioning. However, how could they possibly take care of both those in the north and the south?
It's impossible for the Changsheng Sect to send Bei Nu Tian across the north and south to quell every trouble. Such a leader would be more than just loyal; he'd be a complete sucker.

The group chatted and laughed as they landed in the Arctic Palace. The palace, like the Arctic, exuded a cold and austere atmosphere, and there were hardly any disciples to be seen.

Wuyoutian strode ahead, clearly using some mysterious method, covering a mile with each step.

Meanwhile, the Demon Lord in hemp clothing, along with Su Che and the other two, hurriedly began to move, but his cultivation was ultimately inferior, and each step only covered about half a mile.

The combined attacks from both sides left Su Che feeling dizzy and disoriented.

Although this technique of shrinking the earth to an inch is a preliminary application of the Great Void Technique, even those who are at the Void Stepping stage find it difficult to master.

Not to mention Su Che, even Hua Gu and Jin Yunu on the side were in a state of alternating bruises and disfigurement.

After walking several dozen steps on both sides, they finally arrived at the entrance of a magnificent hall. It was here that they could see a few disciples of the Arctic Yuan Palace.

These people were dressed in luxurious fur coats just like Wuyoutian, and their faces were full of arrogance. There were about thirty disciples at the entrance, all of whom were at the Core Formation stage.

Each of them had a cold and sinister face, and their bodies were filled with surging demonic energy. One glance was enough to tell that they were all experts.

"Greetings, Master."

Upon seeing Wuyoutian appear, they all hurriedly bowed down.

Wuyoutian ignored them and simply turned to smile at the Demon Lord in Hemp Robes.

"I was confident in my mastery of the technique of shrinking the earth to an inch, but I never expected that my junior brother's technique was equally exquisite, even more so than mine."

"Don't dare."

The Demon Lord in Hemp Robes also looked quite smug.

Although he was slightly slower than Wuyoutian, this was partly because he didn't want to steal the limelight from Wuyoutian, and partly because he had to take care of Huagu, Jinyunu, and Yangsui at the same time.

In comparison, he truly handles heavy tasks with ease.

This mastery of the Great Void Technique is precisely where the Demon Lord in Hemp Robes' strength lies.

"please."

Wuyoutian waved his hand forward, and the palace doors suddenly opened, revealing the magnificent scenery inside.

(End of this chapter)