Inquiry about immortality

Chapter 2619 Dramatic Changes in People's Hearts

The treasure ship sailed into the foggy sea, speeding through the thick fog. Finally, pulled by a wisp of air, it emerged from the fog and saw the blue sea and sky again.

The tense atmosphere gradually faded away, and Yu Chang'en softly recounted the changes in the foggy sea.

"Not only the extremely dangerous mist waterfall, but even the mist tide has disappeared for a long time..."

As he spoke, he gestured towards the sea, "This place used to be shrouded in fog all year round! This fog was like a fog wall separating the inside from the outside. The fog wall used to be extremely wide, and even the territory of the alien race was densely covered with fog, with the territories of the various alien tribes embedded between the fog clouds. For some reason, these fog clouds are all shrinking, and the alien race's territory has suddenly grown larger... Some people claim that the disappearance of the fog waterfalls and fog tides is due to the shrinking fog, and that the fog may completely disappear in the future, and the name 'Fog Sea' will have to be changed."

Young Master Yan, standing to the side, was quite interested. In his youth, he had also traveled at sea, but considering his own safety, he only wandered around the Fog Sea before returning to his sect. Today was his first time entering the Fog Sea.

Although I have never been there in person, I have heard many rumors about the Sea of ​​Fog.

Young Master Yan interjected, "I've also heard a theory that the Sea of ​​Mist wasn't created by heaven and earth, but rather a habitat created by powerful beings of the Otherworldly race to isolate themselves from the prying eyes of humans and demons. Perhaps the situation has changed, and the powerful beings of the Otherworldly race are now taking back the mist."

“There are indeed such rumors. To be able to encircle such a vast sea area with mist and not dissipate for countless years, what kind of supernatural power is that? Even a Mahayana cultivator might not be able to do it!” Yu Chang’en exclaimed in disbelief.

Qin Sang knew that the latter was the truth, and it was not the work of one or two people, but rather the result of the combined power of the entire alien race.

Among the alien race, regardless of their tribe, once they achieve the Fusion Realm, which is what the alien race calls the Sacred Realm, they enter the Sacred Land to cultivate.

The holy land Qin Sang saw back then was just the tip of the iceberg. He didn't know what the real holy land of the alien race looked like, or how it could accommodate so many powerful beings who had established their dojos there. But he believed that with the alien race so united, they could accomplish anything.

The fog is receding, allowing Qingyangzhi's territory to expand outwards, which is a good thing.

As they were speaking, Qin Sang sensed a prying gaze. Following the direction of the gaze, she glanced over and saw who was watching her.

The spy was hiding underwater, with a human body and a fish tail, but with a pair of wings on its back. Instead of feathers, the wings were covered with fish scales as thin as cicada wings, making it look incongruous.

This person had two companions with him. The three of them did not rely on any treasures or magic boats. Their wings emitted a faint light, creating a layer of light shield. They were like hiding in bubbles, able to move freely even in the deep sea.

Qin Sang recalled a water-based clan called Wenyao, which, like the Jiegou clan, was one of the ruling clans of the Chiru clan. However, these three Wenyao clan cultivators didn't seem to be there to welcome them; their eyes were filled with malice.

Yu Chang'en was completely unaware of what was happening and was talking non-stop about the places the next flight path would pass through.

"This area is guarded by a large army of aliens, so no one dares to act recklessly. Three hundred miles ahead, the sea area between this region and the territory of the Red Carp Clan is chaotic and the most dangerous place. Originally, it was flying the banner of the Hook Clan, but it was attacked several times. It only improved after it started flying the banner of the Red Carp Clan..."

At the same time, the malicious gaze was withdrawn.

Seeing that the other party seemed to have given up on attacking them, Qin Sang secretly thought that what Yu Chang'en said was true.

Thanks to the reputation of the Red Carp Clan, they traveled smoothly without encountering any bandits until they arrived at the territory of the Jie Gou Clan, where an old friend came to greet them.

"Master Qin, it's been a long time!"

Chief Fu of the Jiegou tribe once had a grudge against Qin Sang in the holy land, but was later defeated, captured, and forced to sign a treaty under duress.

It was because of that history that the two sides later turned from enemies to friends and have maintained their friendship to this day.

After their parting years ago, Chief Fu had never seen Qin Sang again. Upon learning that Qin Sang had come from Xunzhou, he was surprised and came to greet her personally.

Past grievances have long been forgotten with a laugh.

The two old friends felt very warm upon their reunion. Qin Sang stayed in the Jie Gou tribe for several days before, accompanied by the Fu tribe chief, heading to the Chi Ru tribe's relocation hall to participate in the Yuan Qiao Hai City event.

Not long after entering the territory of the Red Carp Clan, the chief of the Duck Clan first took him to a celestial abode, where he met an elder of the Red Carp Clan.

This person is the Red Carp Clan Elder, named Ruliang, who ordered the Fu Clan Chief to go on a mission to Qingyang to govern. He recently stepped down and is preparing to go into seclusion to cultivate.

Ru Liang was only up to Qin Sang's chest. He always had a smile on his face, leaned on a cane, and wore a large robe that covered his entire body. When he moved, the robe moved slightly, making it seem more like he was gliding than walking.

Back then, Ru Liang ordered the Jie Gou tribe to befriend Qing Yang Zhi, and the Chi Ru tribe benefited greatly from this. They not only opened up new trade routes among the human race, but also made connections with the Donghai aquatic tribes through the Zhu Yan tribe. Therefore, they made a special trip to see Qin Sang this time.

Upon learning of Young Master Yan's identity and the matter of the Qingfen Alliance, Ruliang was quite interested.

Previously, the Red Carp Clan looked down on the Yu family's small-scale operations. Seeing that Qin Sang had plans to expand, they naturally wanted to get involved as well. Qin Sang was also prepared to bring the Red Carp Clan on board, and the two sides hit it off immediately.

Before their departure, Ruliang personally saw them off at the gate of the mansion, bidding them a reluctant farewell.

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"We're finally back!"

When Qin Sang stepped out of the teleportation array and onto Yuanqiao Sea City once again, she couldn't help but sigh.

He entered the sacred land of the alien race through Yuanqiao City back then, and that trip to the sacred land can be said to be an experience that changed his destiny.

His achievements today are undoubtedly due to the opportunities presented by cultivation techniques such as the "Purple Star Sword Scripture," but without that dream cultivation experience and the two dream seeds he obtained, he would still be stuck in the Void Refinement stage.

Just as I remember, countless dark shadows float in the void, forming numerous floating islands that stretch as far as the eye can see.

However, the atmosphere was different from before.

Previously, Yuanqiao Sea City was an adjunct to the Holy Land Trials. Now, it is held approximately every ten years or so, taking advantage of the low tide of the Nie River. The alien cultivators have become accustomed to it.
At this time of year, Yuanqiao Haishi becomes the liveliest place in the foggy sea.

Young Master Yan and Madam Shuanghua followed Qin Sang out of the Teleportation Hall, looking around with curiosity.

Now that Qingyang Zhi has a place in Yuanqiao City, the group headed straight for Qingyang Zhi's residence.

The surrounding landscape is also very different from what it used to be. Perhaps it is because the sacred site has been moved away. Although Yuanqiao City can still resist the Kuroshio Current of the Niehe River, the sky is always gray and covered with dark clouds.

However, this did not dampen the enthusiasm of the alien cultivators. Yuanqiao City would only last for ten days, and they had to achieve their goal within those ten days.

"This is it..."

Yu Chang'en had visited many times, and first landed on a floating island.

The floating island was small and divided into two areas. There was a courtyard on the west side, and as soon as they landed, several people poured out of the courtyard.

Li Yufu was in front and immediately spotted the familiar figure smiling at him. His throat bobbed slightly, and he quickly stepped forward, prostrated himself, and kowtowed, his voice a little hoarse.

"This unworthy disciple pays respects to his master!"

Qin Sang reached out and helped Li Yufu up, carefully examining this junior disciple who was no different from a direct disciple, and gently patted him on the shoulder, "Well done!"

Senior Yunyouzi and Mingyue would be incredibly gratified to know they have such a disciple.

Li Yufu was deeply moved.

The others did not disturb the master and apprentice, but instead escorted them into the courtyard.

Qin Sang glanced around. Those who came to greet him this time were all old acquaintances: Ji Xia and Ji Hong, uncle and nephew from the Jiao Jiao tribe; Si Lu from the Si You tribe; and Yuan Xiang, the chieftain of the Zhu Yan tribe...

"Brother Qin, you are so heartless. You've been gone for two thousand years. Aren't you afraid of trouble in the rear?" Si Lu's eyes were filled with resentment.

Si Lu is now a king or marquis in the Si You clan, second only to the Si Emperor in status. Moreover, thanks to the Qingyang Alliance, the Si family is gradually returning to its former glory.

Si Lu's current expression doesn't resemble that of a king; it's more like someone who has been seduced and then abandoned...

Thinking of the unique bloodline of the Siyou clan, Qin Sang felt a chill. Of course, he knew that Si Lu was joking. He hadn't realized back then that this guy was so unreliable.

"With you two looking after him, what do I have to worry about?" Qin Sang smiled gently, and suddenly two little figures floated in front of him.

In front of his uncle Jixia, Jihong became much more obedient, secretly winking at him.

Ji Xia said casually, "I was just about to talk to you about the insect sacrifice."

Qin Sang almost forgot about the sacrificial insects. Years ago, she entrusted Ji Xia with the task of cultivating them. After so long, she wondered what the results had been.

At the same time, Young Master Yan also learned the identities of these people and was secretly surprised. He did not expect that Qin Sang had such a deep relationship with the three great clans of the Heavenly Department. In particular, the patriarch of the Zhu Yan clan actually came in person. No wonder the Yu family was so popular.

Although Yuan Xiang's cultivation level is not as high as that of the Burning Crystal Sect Master, the situation of the alien race is special and cannot be judged solely by cultivation level. The resources Yuan Xiang controls are in no way inferior to those of the Li Sect Master.

Qin Sang's gaze shifted, finally settling on Clan Chief Yuan Xiang. Ever since they entered, Yuan Xiang had been staring at him with an unusual expression.

"Shouldn't we address him respectfully as... Lord Qin Tian?"

The clan chief Yuanxiang's eyes held an unusually complex expression.

He knew Qingyang Zhi's background best, and he also knew the relationship between Qin Sang and the one from Ziyun Mountain best. When he first learned about the rumors of the appearance of the Heavenly Lord of Tinglei Department, he wondered if it was related to Qin Sang.

Upon seeing Qin Sang in person and sensing the aura emanating from her, Clan Chief Yuanxiang immediately realized that Qin Sang was no longer the same as before, and his guess might have come true. He couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions.

His feelings were inevitably complicated. He remembered when they first met, Qin Sang's cultivation was far inferior to his; she was just a nobody he could easily manipulate. Even after leaving the Holy Land and Qin Sang's strength had increased dramatically, there was still a considerable gap between them.

Who would have thought that upon their reunion, their positions would be completely reversed!

Back then, Yuanxiang missed the opportunity of the Holy Land and failed to achieve the Saint Realm like Hongtian and others. Falling behind by one step meant falling behind by many steps, so much so that he had not achieved anything even after two thousand years of hard work. The Dao Realm barrier was firmly blocking his way.

In contrast, Qin Sang, after traveling around, not only surpassed others but also became a renowned Daoist Heavenly Lord.

The contrast between the two left him feeling utterly helpless!
"Heavenly Lord? What Heavenly Lord?" Young Master Yan looked completely bewildered.

Lady Shuanghua suddenly remembered the rumors, covered her lips with her hand, and exclaimed in shock, "The Heavenly Lord of the Dao Court!"

Of those inside the hall, only Yu Chang'en, who already knew the inside story, was able to remain calm; everyone else was shocked and astonished.

Even Li Yufu, who trusted Qin Sang implicitly, was both surprised and delighted to confirm that the renowned Daoist Heavenly Lord was indeed his senior master.

They were all old acquaintances and allies, so Qin Sang had no reason to deny it.

Having received confirmation from him personally, Qin Sang was keenly aware of the subtle changes in everyone's emotions.

Although he achieved Hinayana killing path, he constantly observed the turbulent changes in people's hearts during the process of cultivating Mahayana killing path.

The complex look in Yuanxiang's eyes betrayed his inner thoughts.

Si Lu put away her joking expression and, like Li Yufu, was pleasantly surprised. Ji Hong was stunned, while Ji Xia folded his hands in his sleeves and looked solemn.

The young sect leader and his wife looked at him with even greater awe. While the young sect leader was still processing this shocking news, Madam Shuanghua's mind was in turmoil, and she seemed to have already connected it to the future of the Qingfen Alliance...

For a moment, the atmosphere became somewhat awkward, and the joy of reuniting with old friends was overshadowed.

Everyone knew that the master and disciple must have something to say, and they needed time to process it, so they bowed and took their leave.

Soon, only Qin Sang and Li Yufu remained in the main hall.

Qin Sang wiped the smile off her face, sighed inwardly, and looked at Li Yufu, "A lot must have happened over the years."

When Qingyang Zhi arrived to greet him, only Li Yufu was there; Jiannu and Su Nu were nowhere to be seen. Furthermore, he sensed a hint of gloom in Li Yufu's mood amidst his joy, suggesting that Qingyang Zhi's life hadn't been entirely smooth sailing these past few years.

Two thousand years have passed, and there is so much to say.

Li Yufu sorted out his thoughts; he knew what Qin Sang most wanted to know.

"The overseas fairy mountains are not just legends. The three most famous fairy islands are Fangzhang, Penglai and Yingzhou, all located in the East China Sea, but they are unknown to the world. Most of the true disciples of the Supreme Dao lineage live in these fairy mountains, living on the wind and dew, far away from the mortal world... My master's wife has always lived on Yingzhou Fairy Island."

"Oh? She's back?" Qin Sang had never worried about Liuli's cultivation level.

She gained the approval of the Spring and Autumn Sundial and took control of the sacred artifact of the Daoist sect. Even though she was just a mortal, the Supreme Daoist lineage could forcibly push her cultivation level up.

It sounds like the overseas immortal mountains are quite alluring, where one can wholeheartedly pursue the Great Dao, detached from worldly affairs, and live a carefree life.

This kind of Supreme Daoist lineage is in line with people's imagination of wandering immortals overseas.

Li Yufu shook his head. "My master's wife is in seclusion most of the year and only occasionally sends talismans and messages. But she has helped us a lot. Back then, Fellow Daoist Yu Nu was trapped in a realm of cultivation and needed to refine a kind of elixir, but she was missing one of the essential ingredients and couldn't find it anywhere. After learning about this, my master's wife found the ingredient in the Supreme Daoist lineage and had someone refine it into an elixir and send it to her. Only then was Fellow Daoist Yu Nu able to successfully break through the realm. Otherwise, she would still be in seclusion. When I received the talisman and message from Patriarch Yu, Fellow Daoist Yu Nu was still in Kanzhou and was on her way back."

Qin Sang nodded slightly. Yu Nu had also broken through, which was an unexpected surprise. While it was certainly due to Liu Li's help and Qing Yang's improved foundation, her own talent had also played a crucial role in being chosen by Yun Youzi back then.