Chapter 494: The Divine Body Tempering Technique?
Chapter 494: The Divine Body Tempering Technique?
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"Does Kunlun Immortal Palace wish to invite this venerable one as a guest?"
At the center of Wind Spirit Sect's grand hall.
Zhang Yibai wore dark robes with cloud patterns, his chest exposed, his expression frosty. His towering figure sat imposingly on the black iron throne, hands resting on his knees with fingers slightly curled, veins pulsating on their backs. Under the dim lighting, his shadow stretched across the floor, enveloping Wang Shouyi and Chen Huaian.
Wang Shouyi had already begun trembling.
Especially when the old man's gaze swept down like two freshly sharpened swords.
He glanced sideways at Chen Huaian, only to find him completely composed.
Wait, how could the senior remain so calm facing such a terrifying old monster?!
Damn, is this the composure of the older generation?!When will I ever reach the level of remaining unperturbed even if Mount Tai collapsed before me?
"Indeed, old man." Chen Huaian met Zhang Yibai's fierce gaze with a cold smirk. "Being invited to Kunlun Immortal Palace to pay respects to Her Eminence is fortune accumulated over ten thousand lifetimes!"
As these words fell.
Zhang Yibai showed no reaction.
But Wang Shouyi's legs trembled visibly.
It's over!
Completely over!
Isn't this going to start a fight?!
Yet he couldn't warn Chen Huaian now, so he could only suppress his fear and step in front of him.
If this old man wanted to harm the senior, he'd have to step over Wang Shouyi's corpse first!
Closing his eyes, Wang Shouyi braced for the coming storm.
However...
"HAHAHAHAHA! Amusing, truly amusing!"
Deafening laughter erupted, shaking the entire hall.
"It's been years since anyone dared speak to this old man like that! Very well! What harm is there in visiting Kunlun Immortal Palace?!"
"Huh?" Wang Shouyi opened his eyes in disbelief.
Wait, what?
He agreed?
The senior's words were practically a provocation!
When I suggested Moon Shadow Sect submit to Kunlun Immortal Palace, this old man beat me senseless all night.
Now the senior practically points at his nose and insults him, yet not only does he not get angry, he agrees to visit?
Where exactly did I go wrong before?
"Tch, old man, you've made the wise choice! No time like the present - let's depart immediately!"
Chen Huaian curled his lips disdainfully, his arrogant demeanor leaving Wang Shouyi utterly dumbfounded, as if he'd perfectly assimilated into Kunlun Immortal Palace's power structure. ȑ₳𝐍Ỗ𝐛Е𝐬
This statement was equally provocative.
But Wang Shouyi was growing immune. He silently observed Zhang Yibai, who still showed no anger.
"Very well. Allow this old man to inform my disciples first. You may wait at the flying vessel."
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Chen Huaian and Wang Shouyi returned to the flying vessel.
Wang Shouyi's expression was complicated.
He'd thought inviting the Wind Spirit Sect leader would require considerable... persuasion. Yet the senior resolved it perfectly with just two sentences.
Does the world perhaps revolve around the senior?
"Senior, the Wind Spirit Sect leader agreed so readily... could this be a trap?"
Wang Shouyi found the situation abnormal. The sect leader's reaction was too strange, making him suspect ulterior motives.
"WHAT BULLSHIT ARE YOU SPEWING?!"
A thunderous roar erupted from the mountain peak.
"This old man acts openly and honorably! What ill intentions could I possibly harbor?!"
BOOM—! The entire vessel shook violently.
Regaining his balance, Wang Shouyi saw two holes punched through the deck, through which stood the iron-tower-like elder.
Now clad in black martial attire, he carried two large boxes in each hand - likely gifts.
Judging by his furious expression, Wang Shouyi had no doubt those fist-sized hands would've pummeled his face if not for the gifts.
But he hadn't even said anything serious...
Was a little suspicion forbidden?!
Why such disparity in treatment?!
Wang Shouyi fell silent, convinced even a single word might provoke violence, and retreated to a corner to sulk in solitude.
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Meanwhile, at Kunlun Immortal Palace.
"Your Eminence! An elder requests audience."
Behind the screen, Hua Jin the True One paused while applying facial cream. "With so many core disciples lost, shouldn't our elders be comforting the remaining disciples? What brings them here?"
"Elder Wang claims to have something valuable to present."
Something valuable?
Hua Jin fell silent.
Glancing at her attire - nearly transparent gauze that clearly outlined her curvaceous figure in candlelight, the fabric barely concealing her smooth, soft skin.
"How troublesome."
Muttering, she addressed the disciple beyond the screen:
"Have Elder Wang wait. This venerable one needs to change."
"Yes—!" The disciple hesitated before withdrawing obediently.
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When Hua Jin the True One arrived at the main hall's antechamber, she wore dignified robes and a veil revealing only her starry, chilling eyes that discouraged direct gaze.
Elder Wang glanced up briefly before lowering his head.
Her Eminence remained as aloof and unapproachable as ever.
Yet... was it his imagination?
Today, she carried an indescribable allure typically seen in married women - like a ripened peach, stirring warmth in one's chest.
This thought startled Elder Wang himself.
He inwardly cursed his blasphemy.
How audacious, entertaining such thoughts about Her Eminence...
Clearly his meditation practices had slipped.
He'd enter seclusion immediately after this.
"Elder Wang, what valuable item do you present?"
Hua Jin's lazy recline and weary tone carried through her words.
"Your Eminence, though I failed to obtain the mid-grade Celestial Jade Marrow, I brought this instead."
Elder Wang presented a manual with both hands.
Hua Jin flipped through it, brows furrowing.
"The Divine Body Tempering Technique"? What nonsense...
It appeared to be some physical cultivation manual.
But was this name serious?
It sounded utterly common.
How could this be considered valuable?
"Elder Wang..." Hua Jin's gaze turned icy. "Kunlun Immortal Palace has limited elder positions. If you feel unfit to continue, we can appoint younger talents. Wang Shouyi shows promise, wouldn't you agree?"
Elder Wang nearly jumped in alarm.
Clearly Her Eminence was displeased.
He hurriedly explained:
"Your Eminence, though crudely named, this manual contains genuine techniques! Moreover, I lost the Celestial Jade Marrow precisely to this manual's creator."
This piqued Hua Jin's interest.
Her examination of the manual grew serious.
Earlier she'd only skimmed, unaware of its contents. But if its creator could defeat Elder Wang at the Unity Stage, it warranted proper attention.
"Do you know this person's name?"
"Your Eminence." Seeing Hua Jin's improved mood, Elder Wang relaxed slightly. "He called himself Zhang Yibai, claiming to be Wind Spirit Sect's leader!"
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