Born with immortal seed

Chapter 804 Things are valuable because of people
The cultivation of the Nascent Soul stage, especially when the grotto-heaven is not yet consolidated, consumes a terrifying amount of spiritual energy; one person can be equivalent to a hundred Nascent Soul cultivators.

Even a fourth-tier spiritual land isn't enough for a Nascent Soul cultivation technique to circulate through one cycle; the entire spiritual land would have to be emptied out.

If the spiritual land is of too low a grade, it will in turn affect the construction of the grotto-heaven and the speed of cultivation.

It even requires reversing the Heavenly Stems, which not only fails to promote progress but also forces the individual to expend their true essence to maintain the grotto-heaven.

In the cultivation world, every single fifth-tier spiritual land is owned, making it extremely difficult for even those who have evolved into gods to covet it.

It has happened before that cultivators who are not from super sects have used other families' fifth-grade spiritual lands to undergo tribulation.

After success, he would serve as a retainer for hundreds of years as agreed.

Often, these guest advisors would eventually change their status and become someone else's supreme elder.

After all, seizing a fifth-tier spiritual land requires more than just strength.

It takes a confluence of circumstances and perfect conditions to qualify for a chance.

Some Nascent Soul cultivators who refuse to yield will choose to angrily sail out to sea or head to the ends of the earth in search of unclaimed fifth-tier spiritual lands.

Bai Zichen's ability to possess a fifth-tier spiritual land at the Nascent Soul stage was not only due to his own strength but also to the opportune timing of events.

In the great war between the two races, the human race suffered repeated defeats and was on the verge of losing the entire territory.

In this critical moment, the Moral Sect, in order to win over Bai Zichen, who had already demonstrated extraordinary combat power, to fight against the Dragon Lord, directly offered a fifth-tier spiritual land as a condition.

Of course, Bai Zichen not only killed the Dragon Lord in the end, but also defeated the Red-Eared Demon Lord, making outstanding contributions to ending the war between humans and demons.

Otherwise, given the situation at the time, Hongfa would have been severely injured and unable to fight, Peak Master Huangting would have died, and Peak Master Tianfa, along with Ao Laolong and Fairy Bingpo, would have ascended to heaven together.

The demon race only needs to bypass a few places, and no one can stop the Crimson-Eared Demon Lord.

Complete annihilation is unlikely. From the perspective of future generations, the human race still possesses a considerable number of Nascent Soul stage warriors, though they all have some shortcomings.

They either imprisoned them or were too stingy to help.

However, the number of people who are displaced, have lost their homes, and have died must exceed one hundred million, and their resentment will be overwhelming.

Even after the demon race sacrifices their blood on the continent, they can still break through the passage between the Heavenly Demon Realm and the Demon Realm, sliding into an abyss from which there is no return.

Such opportunities are rare and hard to come by.

Unless you swallow your pride, break the rules you set, and compete for another family's fifth-tier spiritual land.

For example, the remaining fifth-tier spiritual mountain in the Eastern Region belongs to the Jin Yue Sect.

"I'm not used to living anywhere else, so I'd like to search for the legendary Nascent Soul ruins in the Northern Region... I don't believe that there isn't a single fifth-tier spiritual land in such a vast Northern Region?"

This time, Ge Cang faced a life-or-death situation, never considering the arrangements after success.

"I don't fight with anyone in the Northern Region, so I can accept losing a little lifespan... If I don't travel around now, the world will not allow me to appear in the future."

"The Nascent Soul Relics in the Northern Region... doesn't that mean we have to go to the Boundless Sea of ​​Bitterness?"

Bai Zichen was taken aback; this answer was far beyond his expectations.

The most famous Nascent Soul sects in the Northern Region are none other than the Naihe Sect and the Hunyuan Sect.

The Hunyuan Sect is a typical sect founded by a single person. It rose to prominence because of the Hunyuan Ancestor and declined after his passing.

After the passing of the founding patriarch, the once-great foundation was beset by internal and external troubles and vanished amidst storms and turmoil. Crucially, even the fifth-tier mountain gate disappeared without a trace.

The other sect, Naihe Sect, is one of the six hidden sects in the cultivation world, and its inheritance model is very different from that of traditional sects.

Legend has it that the mountain gate was attacked by a demonic cultivator, resulting in a stalemate on both sides, after which the mountain gate disappeared from the world.

A stone tablet that passed down the tradition brought great benefits to the Qingfeng Sect during that period, resulting in leaps and bounds in many of their cultivation techniques and supernatural abilities.

This sect must have a fifth-order spiritual land.

It's just unknown whether it was buried along with time, or whether it was cut off by the remaining cultivators of the Naihe Sect using secret methods, and then relocated to another place to start the spiritual land anew.

"There are still some vacant sacred sites in Beihai, why don't you go there, Senior Brother?"

Song Ding quelled the two great demon kings in the North Sea, and each of them acquired a fifth-tier spiritual land.

Although it's far from home, at least the direction is clear, so we won't waste too much time on the road to finding a fifth-tier spiritual land.

"My natal magic weapon was destroyed in the heavenly tribulation, but the power of creation preserved its spirit. I'll take this opportunity to see if there are any suitable spiritual materials along the way to reshape it. This matter cannot be entrusted to others; I must complete it myself."

Ge Cang stated that this was not an impulsive decision, but rather the result of a well-thought-out plan.

"Hopefully, along this journey, we can unravel the secrets of the vanished Naihe Sect and the stone tablet behind it... We'll set a fifty-year timeframe, and if we still don't find anything concrete, we'll seek another destination."

"That's fine too."

Bai Zichen stopped worrying about this point; after reaching the Nascent Soul stage, he had much more room for error.

As long as one doesn't want to die, there aren't many situations in the human world that can lead to the death of a god.

A being with such heaven-defying combat power, capable of swiftly slaying cultivators of the same level, is a rare breed, appearing only once every tens of thousands of years.

The two brothers had a heated discussion about their understanding of the Great Dao after reaching the Nascent Soul stage and the construction of their grotto-heavens.

Ge Cang's success is inseparable from the infusion of power from the Thunder God.

The main purpose was to allow him to instantly surpass any thunder cultivator in the mortal realm in terms of his Great Dao cultivation.

This exchange lasted for several months before finally coming to a satisfying conclusion.

Ge Cang understood the principle of the divine summoning technique and figured out how to use this power to make the Nine Heavens Responding to the Origin of Thunder Universal Transformation Heavenly Venerable grow stronger.

At the same time, Bai Zichen also mentioned his concerns: whether these gods would eventually overshadow the main characters.

The further one cultivates, the stronger the deity becomes, and the interaction and influence of their powers become profound.

If the diagram of the positions of gods and spirits is not as simple as it seems, but rather a complex web of conspiracies, then we should indeed be cautious.

Otherwise, if problems arise later, it's not impossible for a sparrow to take over the cuckoo's nest.

Especially for Bai Zichen, who possesses the Ghost God Position Map, it's like becoming the gathering point for all the immortals and gods.

In response, Ge Cang suggested cultivating an external avatar as soon as possible to transfer all potentially dangerous techniques to it.

Then set up isolation measures so that if any problems arise, the assimilated entity can be immediately severed to prevent it from affecting the original body.

Bai Zichen deeply agreed, but none of the few external avatar techniques he could currently access met his requirements.

This type of cultivation method is special; once the avatar is created, there is no turning back.

If you want to change it in the future, switching to a stronger technique will be much more difficult than changing your main technique.

Before engaging in cultivation, one must think deeply and make a thorough plan.

Bai Zichen also learned that Ge Cang's talent in the Cantongqi was consistent, and the so-called complete version was not difficult at all.

During his secluded cultivation, he had already unlocked the space of his sea of ​​consciousness.

Through countless rehearsals, he mastered the technique of exchanging the true meaning of the Great Dao for an instantaneous burst of power.

Only then can one perform flawlessly at such a crucial moment as the Heavenly Tribulation of the Nascent Soul stage.

After seeing Ge Cang off, Bai Zichen summoned Bai Zhaoqing.

"Zhaoqing, how do you feel after changing paths?"

My grand-nephew is talented, courageous, and optimistic. With top-tier cultivation resources, achieving the Nascent Soul stage is a sure thing.

Unfortunately, his lineage gave him a huge advantage, but it also made him a thorn in the side of others.

He had traveled to the Ten Heavens of Fengdu, and then had his body broken open and blood taken, which damaged his vital energy.

Switching to the path of ghosts is a second-best option.

"Reporting to Ancestor, I have mastered the Nether Qi and have grasped the basics of several supernatural abilities... Apart from being careful of a few methods of restraint, I am not much different from other Nascent Soul cultivators."

Even after becoming a ghost cultivator, Bai Zhaoqing didn't change her cheerful and optimistic nature, and a bright light still shone through her dark aura.

"With the fifth-tier Yin-type spiritual artifact bestowed by the ancestor, as long as I don't leave the Ghost Realm for more than half a year each time, there will be no problem of my strength declining."

"Alright, don't think that ghost cultivation has no future. As long as you can reach the fourth level of perfection before I ascend, I will grant you another opportunity to break through to the fifth level of Yin God. Whether you can seize it or not is up to you."

This state of mind made Bai Zichen nod in satisfaction.

If it were him, even if he were to switch from a promising Taoist cultivator to a ghost cultivator, he might not be able to adjust his mindset in such a short time.

They are all direct descendants of their uncle Bai Jiu'an. If they don't take care of Bai Zhaoqing, who else can they take care of?

Senior Brother Ge Cang risked his life and, with his own abilities and Bai Zichen's support, managed to squeeze into the Nascent Soul stage, creating many impossibilities.

Therefore, the fifth-tier Yin God position that Bai Zichen had prepared for Ge Cang was left vacant.

Bai Zhaoqing changed early and underwent a proper Netherworld Tribulation, so his potential in the Ghost Path is actually quite good.

If we help him draw upon the power of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva later, creating a perfect match, he will not be without the opportunity to become a fifth-order Yin God.

From this perspective, although the Ghost and God Rank Chart has no rank, it is definitely an anomaly that surpasses the Heavenly Treasure.

This allows one to rapidly advance through the Great Dao and intervene in the Heavenly Tribulation of the Nascent Soul stage. Among the ancient innate deities, none have been known to have been able to do so.

"We will certainly live up to our ancestors' high expectations and arrive as soon as possible."

Bai Zhaoqing happily bowed down.

"No matter which path you take, you will always be the pillar of the Bai clan. The Ghost Path grants you a long lifespan. Even if a Nascent Soul cultivator emerges in the clan in the future, they will not outlive you... This treasure is something I obtained by slaying a demon. Once it strikes your body, it will instantly break all escape spells and keep you stuck in place."

Bai Zichen pondered for a moment. His days in the mortal realm were getting shorter and shorter, and it was time to keep some trump cards up his sleeve.

Apart from his uncle Bai Jiu'an's descendants, although the other members of the Bai family had little kinship with him, at least the resources for his first step into the Dao came from the family.

It would be terrible if something unexpected happened and the Bai family suffered a misfortune, or if their ancestral land was destroyed.

While he was still alive, no one dared to do it.

After ascension, things can get unpredictable.

Perhaps, the sentiment that the cultivation world has long suffered under the Sword Lord of Time will soon resurface.

"The complete set consists of 108 pieces, which together form a supreme spiritual treasure that transcends heaven and earth. You cannot control it, even though I have subdued the spirits within. It is better to divide it into three sets: one to keep with you, one to be buried in front of your uncle's grave, and one to guard the area around the clan's territory, so that the buildings will not be defiled by petty villains if you are not careful."

Bai Zichen flicked out the Heavenly Demon Nail, which he had obtained from the Yin Ancestor, after erasing all its markings.

"Thank you, ancestor, for the gift of treasure."

Bai Zhaoqing's hands trembled as he received the Heavenly Demon Nail.

Even if it is divided into three, it can still be classified as a Heavenly Treasure, which is too precious for a ghost cultivator who has just entered the fourth level.

……

Northern Regions, Black Mountain, Flame Peak.

The furnishings on this fourth-tier spiritual mountain appear somewhat outdated today, and many of the decorations in the halls are no longer useful.

But it has been used like this for a hundred years, and no one has spoken up to replace or maintain it.

Not only did the General Affairs Hall, which wanted to meddle in every little thing, seem blind, but the elders living on Fengshan Mountain also had no objections.

There is no other reason than that this place was once the training ground of two Nascent Soul Ancestors within the sect.

While it may be said that Bai Laozu spent little time cultivating in the Star Gazing Pavilion, the Jumang Hall on the other side has witnessed hundreds of years of Ge Laozu's life.

Who knows if the two Nascent Soul Ancestors might suddenly have a whim to go back to their old home?

If we return and are not able to see the original design, and are greatly disappointed, who can take responsibility for that?

On the other hand, the current owner also hopes to borrow a bit of luck by living in the Daoist temple of the God of Deification.

Whether it's a matter of psychological metaphysics or whether this arrangement is truly beneficial for spiritual practice.

At auctions, the personal belongings of Nascent Soul cultivators often fetch prices far exceeding their original grade, because so many cultivators are willing to believe in luck.

Having no clue how to break through the bottleneck in cultivation, one can only place one's hopes in the most mysterious and esoteric directions.

There are quite a few people who place their hopes for breaking through to a higher realm on objects that powerful Nascent Soul cultivators can use for a long time.

Moreover, they are not low-level cultivators; the majority are Nascent Soul True Monarchs.

If someone could obtain and verify the authenticity of the futon that the Sword Master Guangyin used in his youth, and put it in an auction house, it would likely fetch a truly astronomical price.

Of course, the prerequisite is that an auction house is willing to accept this item.

A cultivator in a scarlet robe quickened his pace and walked up to the Star Gazing Pavilion.

He was burly and broad-shouldered, with a pair of menacing eyes that few dared to meet his gaze.

Deep within the pupils, two silver snakes, one end to the other, swam, clearly indicating that they had practiced the Spirit Eye Pupil Technique.

"Master, I came here immediately after receiving the message as soon as I came out of seclusion. I hope I didn't delay anything?"

Shen Cong straightened his clothes, went up to the third-floor terrace of the Star Gazing Pavilion, and bowed to his master.

"Mid-stage Core Formation, not bad..."

Liang Lun nodded slightly with satisfaction. The unexpected disciple he had taken in had performed beyond his expectations, and there was basically nothing wrong with him.

His cultivation speed ranks among the top in the Qingfeng Sect among his peers.

With a solid and profound foundation, one's cultivation of magical arts and supernatural powers is also at the forefront, and one's understanding of the Great Dao and alchemy is not lagging behind.

The key was to act decisively, to advance or retreat as needed, and to use both soft and hard tactics, which suited Liang Lun perfectly. The two were on the same wavelength.

"The Ancestor of Time has issued a decree, ordering each peak to recommend outstanding disciples to Qingxia Cave. I have submitted your name, so don't embarrass me... I suspect that the Ancestor wants to cultivate a group of rising stars before ascending to immortality, so you must seize this rare opportunity!"

All the high-ranking members of the Qingfeng Sect knew that Patriarch Bai was only one step away from ascension and could create the first such feat in ten thousand years at any time.

The Qingxia Cave had been silent for a century, but recently it has been frequently summoning cultivators, the meaning of which is self-evident.

No one doubted that Old Ancestor Bai could ascend to immortality, nor did anyone question why Old Ancestor Bai had cultivated to the peak of the Nascent Soul stage in such a short time.

When something happens to him, even the most outrageous events seem reasonable.

After accepting Song Ding as his disciple, Bai Laozu never took on any more disciples, and he was even unable to pay homage to the newly born Nascent Soul True Monarch.

The sudden issuance of such a decree inevitably raises many questions.

(End of this chapter)