Immortal Road.

"Nine stars align, a celestial vortex appears, all nine return to one, the Star Emperor descends to earth."

The melodious chanting, the ancient murmurs, captivated Qianbu, leaving him completely mesmerized.

He saw it.

"I saw!"

It was a mysterious black star, hanging quietly in a certain spacetime connected to the star vortex, waiting for his summons.

At the same time, he comprehended a method called "Star Sacrifice" and quickly understood the cause-and-effect relationship after a brief experiment.

As long as you keep investing money into it, you can get closer to this star!

Furthermore, the progress of other Star Vortex winners can be visualized within the Star Vortex, making it completely transparent and open to these individuals.

Two of them are far ahead: Zhong Shenxiu and Sunflower Fairy!
To outsiders, these two are practically on their way to obtaining the Star Destiny, and the others also seem to have invested a lot. The Liang lineage leader of the Ghost Valley Holy Land is ranked third, closely following behind.

Qianbu was puzzled as to why they had invested so much. In the end, only one person could obtain the Star Destiny, and the others would just be throwing money away.
However, he only found out after trying it.

The allure of the continuous supply of star power to temper their bodies is what drives those people to keep coming forward!

"They are aiming to become great supernatural beings."

Qian Bu instantly understood the key point: there was a real treasure inside the star vortex. That star sea was endless and had become a public resource. It was the perfect opportunity for these people to take advantage of the last moment of the spiritual tide to challenge the Great Supernatural Power!

So, is that old bastard Liang the Pulse Master also making a sprint?
Qian Bu immediately felt a sense of crisis. There were many factions in the Ghost Valley Holy Land, and they were constantly fighting each other. As the head of the Military Formation School, Liang had indeed treated him well, and in principle, he should have given him his full support.

However, after the military strategist Duan Tong died unexpectedly in the mortal world, the mastermind behind the military formation school was now dead, and a powerful figure needed to be found to support him.

The Liang lineage leader knew that if he didn't fight for it now, his lineage would be in danger after the spiritual tide ended, so he began to risk his family's resources in a desperate gamble!
Qianbu's ambition was even greater; he wanted to replace Liang, become the first to become a great supernatural being, and completely control the military formation style!
By then, I will gradually gain a foothold in the Ghost Valley Holy Land, slowly turn the tables, and perhaps one day I will have the opportunity to become the master of the Holy Land.

So this opportunity is equally important to him!

Compared to those at the peak of the Nascent Soul stage, his cultivation was still far inferior. Not long after entering the Red Dust Star Sea, he had barely broken through to the late Nascent Soul stage by tricking a dark giant in front of the altar and obtaining many precious resources.

However, the transitional stage of the Great Supernatural Being doesn't care whether you are in the late stage of Nascent Soul or the peak stage of Nascent Soul, as long as you can achieve the Great Perfection of the Innate Spiritual Body and open up the Spiritual Sea!
He is now fully capable of catching up, secretly plotting, and competing with the Liang family leader.

He took out a piece of cold crystal jade pendant and transmitted his voice into it:

"Senior, I need a body tempering technique for the Nascent Soul stage."

The voice of the ice python immediately came from inside, indicating that the two were even in remote communication.

"Oh? You were only at the late Nascent Soul stage not long ago, and you're already aiming for the Great Divine Power realm?"

"There's no time to lose. The military strategist Duan Tong has fallen, and the Liang family head is working hard to take over the reins. This is the perfect opportunity for me to take the lead!"

Qianbu made no attempt to conceal his thoughts, revealing them entirely to the ice python.

There was a slight silence on the other side of the Frost Crystal Jade Pendant.

They're probably amazed by the kid's ambition, or maybe they're assessing the investment and returns.

"Becoming a master of great supernatural powers is not easy. Even among those with innate spiritual bodies, there are quite a few in the cultivation world, but very few can successfully cultivate to the highest level. They are as rare as phoenix feathers and unicorn horns. What makes you think you can succeed? And even before Master Liang?"

Qianbu remained calm and composed.

"How will you know if you don't try? Besides, I gave you all the Ice Melting Stones I obtained, and I also told you the truth about the dark giant being imprisoned under the altar, giving you a favor from a Nascent Soul expert for nothing! Isn't that worth you returning the favor?"

"Hmph, didn't I give you the Yin-Yang Core afterward?"

The Yin-Yang Core was originally stolen by the Ice Python on the fourth level. It was later given to Grandmaster Duan Tong in a deal. However, Duan Tong died at the hands of Lin Shan on the fifth level, and the Yin-Yang Core disappeared, becoming an unsolved mystery.

To everyone's surprise, it was still in the hands of the Ice Python!
The one that was traded with Duan Tong.
Qian Bu was unaware of the inside story and simply smiled upon hearing this.

“Senior, as a lone demon, it is impossible for you to collect enough melting ice stones in this underground spiritual tide without the help of the Holy Land.”

"As for me, although I can't say much right now, that's only because I'm not senior enough, so my words carry little weight."

"But if I become a great master and master the art of military formations, my influence will greatly increase, and I can definitely give you more Ice Melting Stones in return. What do you say?"

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The ice python paused slightly. Qianbu had painted a beautiful picture of the future for it, and it would be impossible for it not to be tempted.

In order to free its main body, it deliberately infiltrated the spiritual tide and searched for ice-melting stones in various places, but it still gained very little. Apart from obtaining some when rescuing the beings under the altar, it was all in vain and a wasted trip.

The various holy lands were all difficult to approach, except for Duan Tong from the Ghost Valley Holy Land, who was easy to talk to, but then he inexplicably died!
There aren't many options left to rely on, but Qianbu does offer some hope.

But what if this guy screws you over, pulls the ladder away after you've climbed up, and turns his back on you? What can you do to him then?

This guy's cultivation level isn't high right now, so I can still control him. But if he were a powerful cultivator, even someone at the Nascent Soul stage wouldn't be able to control him easily!
How can you guarantee you won't betray me?

The question was direct, and Qianbu's answer was even more direct!
"If you do not reject me, I am willing to become your godmother and serve you faithfully without hesitation."

Stepmother?

The ice python was completely stunned.

To be honest, among the demon race, there are quite a few who recognize godfathers and godmothers, and it is an extremely solemn ceremony that represents that they will inherit their status in the future.

Therefore, this relationship is extremely close and reliable. If one were to betray it, one's reputation would be ruined in the demon race, and one would be despised and scorned by all demons.

Forget about making it in the cultivation world in the future!

It has lived to this day and has never taken in an adopted son.

Upon hearing about the Qianbu proposal, I immediately understood and was overjoyed!
It's indeed a good idea to acquire a fine son out of nowhere and use him to gain access to the Ghost Valley Holy Land and obtain treasures. How come I didn't think of that?

Upon careful evaluation, Qianbu's talent and aptitude are quite good. It would be alright if he were to adopt a human son, since he is all alone anyway.

"Good, good, good child, you've got a kind heart. You really want to recognize me as your godmother?"

Qianbu replied respectfully.

"Godmother, please accept my bow!"

"Okay, okay~"

The ice python on the other end laughed heartily.

It's really no wonder she's like this. Among the demon race, the bond between mother and child is incredibly strong, even stronger than the bond between master and disciple!
"I have a book here called 'The Frosty Dragon Soaring Technique,' a famous sixth-order body-forging secret technique of the reptilian demon race. Take it and have a look. Ask me anytime if you don't understand anything."

As soon as he finished speaking, countless tiny characters appeared on the jade pendant, clearly indicating that a secret technique was being transmitted remotely from the other side.

A mocking glint flashed in Qian Bu's eyes. He hadn't expected to obtain the body-tempering secret technique so easily. It seemed the Ice Python was far easier to fool than he had imagined. He was only pretending to be the son because the difference in strength was too great.

But once someone becomes a powerful being with great supernatural abilities and possesses the power to protect themselves, then it's hard to say what might happen.
Lin Shan headed north at breakneck speed towards the Dixi Plateau.

He had been to Zabagong twice before, so he knew the place well and easily found the sealed village.

This place remains peaceful and serene, a rare paradise untouched by worldly strife.

He found the well at the village entrance and jumped into the dark, damp well.

The great demon Qu Gong is fast asleep inside!
"Hoo~ho~ho~"

"Brother, brother, I've come to see you again."

Lin Shan called out to the Twin Demons several times before they finally woke up groggily, rubbed their eyes, shook their heads, and yawned widely when they saw it was Lin Shan.

"Oh, it's my brother."

"It's rare that you could come to see us two brothers."

Qu Gong and Gong Qu live in complete darkness. They can only rely on the cave's internal breathing technique to completely lock themselves in order to slow down the loss of their lifespan.

Lin Shan came to see them, and the two were genuinely happy, finally having someone to relieve their boredom again.

Of course, satisfying one's cravings is also necessary.

Since Chicken Bro wasn't around this time, he caught tens of thousands of chickens along the way and sent them all to the Twin Demons to have a feast.

"Mmm! These chicks are so crunchy!"

"Mmm~ This is absolutely delicious!"

They slurped down their food, enjoying it immensely.

Lin Shan waited patiently, eating and drinking with them, chatting about everyday things, and sharing his recent experiences and interesting stories.

Especially when it came to the Red Lotus Ancestor's escape and the establishment of the first line of resistance against Penglai, the two idiots laughed and patted their chests, boasting that once they were freed, they would be the first to go and join the Red Lotus Ancestor, and they would definitely tear down the Penglai Holy Land!

After a satisfying meal, the conversation finally turned back to Lin Shan himself.

"The last time we met, you were talking to us about how to become a great supernatural being. Now it seems you've already transformed your primordial spirit. Your progress is incredibly fast!"

"Congratulations! I reckon it won't be long before another one of us joins the ranks."

They were also surprised by Lin Shan's cultivation speed, because it was indeed very fast. For people like them who eat and sleep with their eyes open, it felt like just yesterday.

Lin Shan gave a wry smile and explained his current predicament. The slow progress of the Divine Essence Restoration Card was causing him great distress.

"I asked the Immortal in the Bamboo Hat, and he told me to come and ask you two for guidance on the secrets of how to differentiate primordial thoughts. I would appreciate your guidance, brother."

Upon hearing news of their master, the two of them excitedly inquired about the whereabouts of the Immortal of the Mortal World, and when he planned to release them.

Lin Shan could only helplessly say that he didn't know either, and it was probably hopeless in the short term.

Both were dejected and utterly defeated.

However, when it came to Yuan Nian's problem, they certainly lived up to expectations, explaining it to Lin Shan in great detail.

"The essence of Yuan Nian is, first and foremost, to cultivate and endow a person with a personality, so that it is no longer just an ordinary thought that exists at a certain moment or in a certain event, but a split soul that can truly handle problems comprehensively and exist for a long time!"

“Severing the soul is an extremely risky move for someone who has just undergone a transformation of their primordial spirit. It is very likely that a single mistake could cause irreparable damage, leaving an irreparable root for the later stages of refining the spirit and returning to the void. That is why the existence of primordial thought was gradually developed.”

“The original thought is a thought with emotions and an independent personality. When we first extract the original thought, we should choose one that best matches our current state. We must never choose a thought with extreme emotions, as it will easily dissipate.”

"Since you're here, we'll teach you step by step how to create a lasting idea!"

These two experienced individuals quickly helped him find an idea, and then explained how to use the primordial spirit to create and replicate.

Not long after, a small white dot appeared in Lin Shan's hand, which was the result of this experiment.

He quickly settled his primordial spirit within it, attempting to accelerate the refining of the star aperture to some extent.

In fact, it has been proven that it is indeed possible!

"But this thought of yours will only last for a short time, probably only half an hour at most. If you want it to last a long time, you still need something to anchor it to."

"for example.?"

"For example, the seed of great supernatural powers!"

With their guidance, Lin Shan channeled this idea into the great supernatural power 'Aura of Misfortune', and it indeed stabilized immediately, which should be helpful for long-term cultivation.

However, at the same time, he discovered that since his great supernatural power seed had become a carrier of Yuan Nian parasitism, he could not release this skill anytime and anywhere, which was equivalent to wasting a great supernatural power!
Is this okay?

Since one Yuan Nian occupies the use of one Great Divine Power, if it is divided into five Yuan Nian, wouldn't one not be able to use any of the Great Divine Powers?
"Hehe, now you need to figure out a way to separate them."

Lin Shan listened and followed their instructions, transferring his primordial energy out of the aura of misfortune, but taking something important with him.

The true meaning of supernatural powers!
This item can help Yuan Nian form combat power. A Yuan Nian can only carry one type of Yuan Nian, and a divine power can only be given to one Yuan Nian.

But after being released, Yuan Nian was homeless once again.

"Brother, now is the time to find it a home."

"Home, what home?"

"Yuan Nian Avatar!"

Qu Gong and Gong Qu chuckled, reached into the void and pulled out a wisp of purple energy, handing it to him.

"This is."

Lin Shan took it and looked at it, and exclaimed, "Good heavens!"

【Void Spiritual Charm】

Quality: Tier 6 Void Spirit Item

Introduction: The light aura formed by the interaction of extraterrestrial particles and the spiritual energy of all realms, combined with the baptism of spatial turbulence, possesses a powerful memory shaping ability and is often used for the primordial spirit avatar of cultivators!
Enhancement required: 256 points

Is this the exclusive vessel for the avatar of Yuan Nian: Void Spiritual Essence?
Lin Shan was taken aback. He truly hadn't expected the two old brothers to give such a generous gift, allowing someone who hadn't even undergone the Six-Nine Thunder Tribulation to condense a Yuan Thought Avatar on the spot? (End of Chapter)