Fengyunlu

As its name suggests, the Soul-Falling Platform was the site where numerous ancient beasts perished during the Dragon Han catastrophe, including many at the level of Holy Spirits. Of course, as the initiator of the conflict, members of the Phoenix Clan also perished here. The Soul-Falling Platform, the original center of the battlefield, was originally a pillar reaching to the heavens. Later, it was shattered, and the remaining portion, imbued with the blood, residual souls, and shattered true spirits of countless Holy Spirits, became a massive stone tablet.

Over time, more and more holy spirit power permeated it, and the deathly aura grew heavier, even condensing into feathers, seemingly showing signs of rebirth. However, its resentment was too strong, and how could it be tolerated by heaven and earth? So, the heavens sent down divine thunder, refining the stone tablet into the shape of a lotus platform, making it smaller and more exquisite. After the heavenly punishment, at the end of the Longhan catastrophe, it unexpectedly broke through the air and disappeared. Finally, there are rumors that it made a brief appearance on Luoshen Peak.

The mysterious place of Xuanmen has been home to captivating legends since ancient times, attracting countless explorers and treasure hunters who dream of seeing the fabled treasures with their own eyes. However, despite many claiming to have seen the treasures beneath Xuanmen, as soon as they approach, the treasures vanish like smoke, as if they had never appeared. This mysterious phenomenon suggests that only those with a connection to the treasures can touch them, and this "connection" has become the best excuse for many people to pursue treasures.

On Luoshen Peak, the appearance of Jiuxia is always accompanied by the light of day, attracting crowds. While treasures and opportunities abound, only the legendary and mysterious Soul-Falling Platform seems to constantly play hide-and-seek with people. Regardless of sect or bloodline, the legend of the Soul-Falling Platform remains a yearning yet elusive place. As time passes, the legend of the Soul-Falling Platform becomes increasingly vague, and people begin to focus less on the legendary treasure and more on when the light of day will appear again in Jiuxia Stream, so that they can enter and seek their own opportunity.

Three years ago, the Feng family suffered a devastating disaster. Bai Yu, in his quest to save Feng Chen, exhausted his own bloodline, nearly to the point of exhaustion. Bai Qianyi, Bai Yu's elder, first considered the Soul-Falling Platform as a solution. The Soul-Falling Platform is said to contain the bloodlines of ancient Holy Spirits. Though incomplete, they are numerous and complex. During the Dragon-Han Calamity, countless Holy Spirits perished, and the Phoenix Clan suffered immense losses, including countless Holy Spirit bloodlines.

Bai Qianyi believed that as long as he could draw out the blood energy, given Bai Yu's status as the descendant of the Cloud Phoenix bloodline, he would be fully capable of refining this mixed blood energy. He even believed that by leveraging the power Bai Yu had accumulated over nine lifetimes, he might be able to truly awaken the Cloud Phoenix bloodline. In this way, even in adversity, Bai Yu could turn a disaster into a blessing and achieve the awakening of his bloodline.

Bai Ximo had thought of this, but the legend was too far away to be true. Furthermore, Bai Yu's condition was extremely dangerous, so Bai Ximo didn't dare leave easily, fearing that something bad would happen to him if he left. Therefore, he chose to stay by Bai Yu's side, accompanying him day and night, trying to make up for some of his regrets as a father.

Just a few days ago, the diagram of the Demon-Slaying Array within Bai Yu's arms—the very outline of the Heaven-Slaying Scroll, where the Minister Emperor Mo Yuan lay dormant—suddenly began to stir, seemingly escaping from the air. Had it not been for Mo Yuan's reluctance to leave, and Bai Qianyi's barely restraining power with the Nine Manifestations Oracle, the Heaven-Slaying Scroll would have vanished without a trace. While the Heaven-Slaying Scroll would have followed the Demon Yuan, three years earlier, the Heaven-Slaying Scroll had consumed much of Bai Yu's bloodline, scavenging any remaining vitality. Furthermore, the Demon Yuan had consumed a significant amount more recently during Fengchen's infusion of blood and energy. This meant that if the Heaven-Slaying Scroll was no longer within Bai Yu's arms, even Bai Qian's relentless efforts would ultimately leave him helplessly watching Bai Yu's death.

As for the situation where the wind and dust flowed back again, although it could temporarily alleviate the urgent need, Bai Yu's true spirit was engulfed by the Tongtian Talisman. Once the Tongtian Talisman left, his true spirit might also be taken away. The power of the Heavenly Dao Divine Weapon was difficult to predict. Even a master like Bai Qianyi could not guarantee what would happen without the method of controlling it.

Therefore, after deliberation, Bai Qianyi decided to remain with Bai Yu to prolong his life, while Bai Ximo went out to seek a solution. Rather than wait for the arrival of Heavenly Light, he forcibly entered Jiuxiajian using his Saint-level cultivation. However, within the mysterious cave, Bai Ximo encountered an unusual situation. The cave was filled with bizarre illusions, trapping him and preventing him from escaping. It remains unclear how Bai Ximo will respond to this predicament.

Of course, Fengchen was unaware of these things, and neither were Lei Gong, Ji Yao, or the others. They only knew that Bai Ximo had a high level of cultivation, and even though he was temporarily out of sight, they assumed he was trying his best to find a solution to the problem and wasn't willing to give up easily.

On the other hand, Fengchen finally made up his mind after some careful consideration. He raised his head and looked at Fairy Ji Yao, hoping to get some inspiration from her.

Fairy Ji Yao was already extremely anxious, and Master Gu Yuan's words made her unwilling to wait any longer. Seeing Feng Chen had already made his decision, she immediately said, "Master wouldn't make suggestions without reason. We should go and see the situation first before making a final decision."

With that, she extended her hand, waving a gesture of invitation. Fairy Bai Lu, even more anxious, immediately led the way. Lei Gong also stood up and followed, and Feng Chen also stepped forward, accompanied by Fairy Ji Yao. Together, they entered the inner hall and headed to the Yaochi Lake.

In that mysterious wonderland, Master Gu Yuan appeared like a deity descending from heaven, gently landing on the platform beside the pool. The Three Saints of Yaotai and the seven Nine Heavens Yuanjuns all looked at him curiously, but he simply glanced at Xuan Yinzi and the others, a smile playing on his lips, but he said nothing.

Xuan Yinzi had been guarding the Tianyin Formation. Seeing Master Gu Yuan appear, he was secretly delighted, thinking that Fairy Ji Yao had made all the arrangements. But after waiting for a while, he realized that she and the others hadn't arrived yet, and he began to worry. He couldn't help but ask Master Gu Yuan, "Uncle Master, you came alone. Did you drive away Master Lei and the others?"

Master Gu Yuan just smiled and didn't answer directly. He just said, "Just wait and see."

Xuan Yinzi and the others were completely bewildered, but since Master Gu Yuan didn't want to discuss further, they decided not to ask any more questions. So, everyone waited quietly, no one saying anything. Fortunately, Master Gu Yuan didn't seem to be planning to dismantle the Taiyin Formation, which reassured Xuan Yinzi and the others.

Just when everyone was filled with questions, Bai Lu's voice slowly came: "Master Lei, please."

Everyone looked up and saw that on the open space beside the Yaochi Lake, Fairy Bai Lu was standing on one side, Fairy Ji Yao and Lei Gong were standing shoulder to shoulder in the middle, and Feng Chen was looking around with a puzzled look on his face.

"You are here after all." Master Gu Yuan suddenly spoke, and Xuan Yinzi and the others immediately turned their attention to Lei Gong, thinking that these words were directed at him.

But it was Fengchen who answered: "Senior, please stop keeping me in suspense and just speak frankly."

Xuan Yinzi was the first to turn around and looked at Master Gu Yuan with a bit of confusion. Her two junior sisters and the seven fairies who were setting up the formation also turned around to look at Master Gu Yuan.

Master Gu Yuan leaned slightly to the side and said calmly, "You are so aggressive, kid. This is not the attitude to beg for help. Even if your grandfather were here, he would not speak to me like this."

Feng Chen, however, refused to accept the suggestion. He wouldn't give in easily, no matter who it was, as long as they disrespected him. He felt that Master Gu Yuan had left the topic open just to get him to ask. So, why bother with the formalities? "Senior, you left the topic open just to get me to ask. Why bother with anything else?"

Feng Chen took a step forward after he finished speaking, his eyes fixed on Master Gu Yuan, and at the same time, his spiritual power began to circulate. He did this not for any other reason, but simply to keep a calm mind in front of Master Gu Yuan, so that after knowing everything, he could make a decision that truly came from the heart.

In this respect, he shared his father's sincerity, yet remained unaffected by external threats. He would respond favorably, but if things got dicey, he would reciprocate without a single word of nonsense. After all, when Fengchen arrived at Yaochi and met Master Gu Yuan, he discovered that while he appeared gentle and polite, he was still very opinionated. Even with elders, their relationships ultimately amounted to mere transactions. Even with the Great Emperor, Fengchen showed no fear.

After all, he came from a high-level Xuan sect. His grandfather was a top figure in the Xuan sect, and his father was also a formidable warrior. He had met countless masters, so how could he be frightened by Master Gu Yuan's momentary aura? Moreover, his parents had similar personalities, so he naturally took after them, and was a bit unruly.

Master Gu Yuan, on the other hand, nodded gently, then glanced at Fairy Ji Yao, as if he saw something in her eyes. Then he smiled and said, "Hahaha... As expected of Feng Wanlin's son. I don't know about other things, but he has imitated Heng Xing Wu Ji quite well."

Feng Chen was about to reply when Fairy Ji Yao, who was standing beside him, got the hint and interrupted him: "Don't worry, Chen'er, your uncle Lei's healing is the most important thing. We can talk about other things later."

Feng Chen nodded immediately. He knew that healing was the most important thing at the moment. So, he stepped back, looked at Master Gu Yuan, and said, "Aunt Ji Yao is right. I will listen to your words later. For now, please let Uncle Lei go and heal his wounds first."

After saying this, Fengchen turned to Lei Gong and expressed the same sentiment. He then stepped aside and stood beside Fairy Bailu. Fairy Bailu quietly pulled him closer, signaling him to speak more politely. Fengchen was somewhat reluctant, but even in a transaction, he felt there was no need to be so particular about superiority or inferiority. But in front of Bailu, he didn't argue, simply nodded, reassuring her.

Then, Lei Gong stepped forward, nodded to Fairy Ji Yao, and told Feng Chen: "Don't worry, little Fengzi. If things can't be done, your uncle Lei will naturally help you after he finishes healing."

Fengchen nodded slightly, indicating that he was OK. Then Lei Gong turned around and stared at Fairy Ji Yao with a little expectation in his tone: "Sister Ji Yao, if that's the case, how do we get started? Please tell me in detail, Sister Ji Yao."

Fairy Ji Yao nodded slightly, indicating that she understood. She then began to explain in detail, "Okay, Hall Master Lei, all you have to do is jump into the Yaochi Lake. There are fairy flowers there, and underneath them are hidden rhizomes. The rhizomes extend downwards and encounter an undercurrent in the water. There's a whirlpool in this undercurrent, which leads to a mysterious cave. This cave is the source of the Taiyin power. Hall Master Lei, once you enter the cave, healing will depend on your own abilities. I've arranged everything else. Once the Tianyin Formation is activated, you can enter the cave and heal yourself."

"Okay, then I would like to thank Sister Ji Yao first." Lei Gong said, and his body turned into a stream of light and quietly entered the Yaochi.

No human figures could be seen under the water light, but soon the voice of Fairy Ji Yao was heard: "Master Lei has arrived at Yinxu. Everyone, start activating the Taiyin Formation."

As soon as she finished speaking, the Yaochi fairyland roared. Xuan Yinzi waved her hand, and the lunar map before her immediately lit up with a dazzling light. An ancient aura seemed to descend from ancient times, and a gray mist continuously emerged. In a short while, the entire Yaochi was transformed into a giant steamer, filled with mist, adding a layer of mystery to the already fairyland-like surface.

Xuan Yinzi unleashed her spell, and the Taiyin formation's builders also began to move. Xian Yuanjun led the way, and her fellow apprentices followed suit, each performing hand seals. Under their control, the anti-Five Elements force, enhanced by the power of yin and yang, slowly gathered on the Taiyin diagram. Then, drawn by some mysterious force, it spread across the Yaochi, slowly seeping into it.

Fairy Ji Yao nodded slightly, then turned to Feng Chen and said softly, "Go ahead. If you have any questions, just ask the Grandmaster directly."

After hearing this, Feng Chen stepped forward, raised his head, and respectfully saluted Master Gu Yuan with his fists clasped: "Please give me some advice, Senior."

Not only Fengchen, but even Fairy Jiyao and Fairy Bailu looked anxious, their anxiety written all over their faces. The expressions of the three people were seen by everyone present. Although they didn't know what was going on, they all looked at Master Gu Yuan, hoping to find the answer on his face.

At this point, Master Gu Yuan stopped keeping the secret: "Well, that's fine. Before Lei Gong was here, there were some things he shouldn't have known. But you're different. You're an innate spirit, and you can't be judged by common sense. Ji Yao can also listen. Everyone else, you must close your five senses and six consciousnesses, and you can't listen to these words."

Master Gu Yuan looked around. The Three Saints of Yaotai, including Fairy Bai Lu, and the Nine Heavens Yuanjun who had set up the formation, though filled with doubt, still followed Master Gu Yuan's instructions and took action. Some chanted spells, while others mobilized their true essence. In short, unless Master Gu Yuan gave further instructions or Fairy Ji Yao gave any other instructions, everyone closed their eyes and ears. Even the several Saint-level Wuxiang masters had sealed their souls, not releasing any divine thoughts from their sea of ​​consciousness. However, the Taiyin Formation needed to operate, so except for Fairy Bai Lu, everyone else maintained contact with the formation and guarded their positions.

Master Gu Yuan nodded with satisfaction, and then he spoke: "Whether I am being mysterious or acting on my own, as one of the Five Emperors of Xuanmen, sometimes I really can't help myself."

Master Gu Yuan said this, and turned his gaze to Fairy Ji Yao. Fairy Ji Yao seemed to understand a lot after being looked at by him. But she didn't say anything, just turned her head and looked at Feng Chen with some emotion.