Clan Rise: Starting as a Grandfather Chapter 1419 - 899: Taiyin Cold Pond Array, Water of Transformation

Duan Qiankun found himself unable to reach the central blood pool, confined to standing on the stone platform above, his gaze fixed upon Zhang Mo. Many moments passed before Zhang Mo, engrossed in his cultivation, suddenly opened his eyes. A dense, solid-looking scarlet blood light shot forth from his gaze. In the blink of an eye, the blood light vanished, yet Zhang Mo's eyes continued to gleam with an eerie, ruby-like brilliance.

He gradually propelled himself upright, brushing at his robe to shed the blood plasma that had stained it. When he next raised his head, his eyes had reverted to their natural black and white, his aura meticulously contained, transforming him into a benevolent, otherworldly elder cultivator. Ascending into the air, he walked on nothingness towards Duan Qiankun.

"Is there anything to report?"

Duan Qiankun executed a slight bow and responded, "Everything is in readiness, sir. When shall we make our move?"

Zhang Mo cast his gaze down upon the blood pool below, murmuring, "A little longer, my Devouring Spirit Body is nearing its perfection!"

Ever since the annihilation of Lotus Heart Valley, Zhang Mo had maintained a low profile. This was primarily due to the overwhelming reaction from White Cloud Immortal City, which had far surpassed his expectations. By no stretch of his imagination could he have foreseen White Cloud Immortal City establishing Qingli Immortal City precisely at the location of Lotus Heart Valley.

Consequently, all prior strategies had to be discarded, compelling him to lie in wait and meticulously formulate new plans. Throughout these intervening years, while conceiving his new strategies, he had diligently continued his cultivation. Only now had his latest scheme been fully laid out, with merely one final piece missing: the further advancement of his cultivation.

Duan Qiankun's expression shifted subtly as he stated, "Regarding the Lin family!"

Zhang Mo placed a hand on his shoulder, speaking with warmth, "Rest assured, I have never forgotten my pledge to you!"

"The moment we successfully seize the Sea of Spirit will herald the destruction of the Lin family. By then, we shall face no further impediments!"

This time, he was poised for a decisive confrontation. The westward expansion undertaken by White Cloud Immortal City had imposed significant pressure. Now, with Qingli Immortal City still in its developmental stages, avenues for action remained open. Should Qingli Immortal City mature into a fully-fledged Immortal City, any attempts to enact plans within this vicinity would become virtually impossible.

He could not afford to provoke White Cloud Immortal City, at least not in the vicinity of the Yunxiao Mountain Range; he dared not. After all, this region constituted the domain of White Cloud Immortal City, not that of their Unpredictable Ghost Sect.

Therefore, his strategy was to withdraw from the Yunxiao Mountain Range following a single, grand undertaking.

"I place my trust in you, sir!" Duan Qiankun's gaze met Zhang Mo's, filled with profound respect. While others might perceive Zhang Mo as a villain, an unholy cultivator, within Duan Qiankun's heart, Zhang Mo was both mentor and father, a benefactor who had granted him a second life. Had it not been for Zhang Mo, he would have met his demise a century prior. Without Zhang Mo, the Duan Qiankun of today would simply not exist.

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Beyond the confines of White Cloud Immortal City. Yang Zhenshan materialized before Xuanzhen, Yang Jizhen, and the assembled company.

"Greetings, Ancestor!"

"Salutations, Elder!"

All present bowed in deference. "Hehe, you have all labored diligently!" Yang Zhenshan emitted a soft chuckle.

"Very well, let us address our current matters first. Once business is concluded, I intend to take a leisurely stroll through White Cloud Immortal City!" Xuanzhen's gaze drifted towards the imposing White Cloud Mountain and the resplendent Immortal City shimmering amidst the clouds.

Yang Zhenshan offered a slight nod. "Indeed, business takes precedence!" He then looked toward Ma Qiuyan and Ning Yun, inquiring, "Have you brought the array formations?"

"Master, they have all been brought!" Ma Qiuyan replied with a gentle smile, extending a hand to produce a jet-black array plate. Ning Yun giggled, adding, "Master, do not fret; this array formation is the product of over thirty years of effort by Senior Sister and myself. It is guaranteed to astonish everyone!"

With a flick of her broad sleeve, a dozen dark flags unfurled, emanating a chilling aura. A sudden layer of white frost began to coat the surrounding rocks and vegetation.

The Dao of arrays is a realm of immense depth and complexity, and the challenge of cultivating an Array Master is in no way inferior to that of nurturing an Alchemist. While an Alchemist's success may hinge on innate talent, an Array Master's journey is profoundly influenced by the favor of the heavens. In the practice of Array Dao, talent stands as the paramount prerequisite.

Both Ma Qiuyan and Ning Yun possess a degree of talent in Array Dao. Although their aptitudes might not be considered exceptional, they are certainly far from poor. Furthermore, the inheritance of Array Dao within the Spirit Source Land originates from the Ancient Relic Array. The legacy extends beyond mere jade scrolls and bamboo slips pertaining to ancient arrays; the Ancient Array itself is an integral component of this inheritance.

For countless years, Ma Qiuyan and Ning Yun have dedicated themselves to studying the Ancient Relic Array, and Yang Zhenshan has placed his fervent hopes of deciphering this ancient formation upon their shoulders. Decades have elapsed, and the moment for Ma Qiuyan and Ning Yun to truly shine has finally arrived.

"Hehe, very well, I am highly anticipating your Great Array!" Yang Zhenshan uttered with a grin, his gaze fixed upon the dozen array flags before him.

Within the realm of arrays, a Great Array signifies a formation that encompasses a vast territory.

Its counterpart is known as a small array. Both restrictions and smaller arrays are commonly found integrated into magical artifacts and treasures, while these smaller arrays can also be established upon various structures.

Small arrays, being more straightforward in their design, find widespread application; traces of them are ubiquitous throughout the Spirit Source Land. However, the Spirit Source Land boasts only a single Great Array, which is embodied by the array plate and array flags currently held by Ma Qiuyan and Ning Yun.

"Master, have you selected a suitable location?" Ma Qiuyan inquired.

"It has been chosen! Follow me!"

With those words, Yang Zhenshan guided them, soaring towards the dense forests situated to the south of White Cloud Immortal City.

"As per your specifications, the array site must possess abundant water veins, ideally featuring a cold spring. What are your thoughts on this locale?"

He conducted them to a mountainous stream area, located more than three hundred miles from White Cloud Immortal City. This region was encircled by undulating peaks, and a river, spanning over ten meters in width, flowed gracefully between two towering mountains.