Cultivation System: Stronger with Age Chapter 1175 498: Immortal Demon Final Battle (Part 2)

"Immortal Lord Qiu is known as a master strategist, yet his words today are rather impertinent! My true disciple, Lin Xuankong, has only been studying the Path of Array Formation under my tutelage for a mere few days. However, his innate talent in this art is truly unprecedented, allowing his progress to be astonishingly swift! If not for Xuankong's exceptional aptitude, even my most diligent teachings would have yielded little effect!"

Hearing this, Sect Leader Qiu of the Divine Dynasty Immortal Sect could not help but let out a hearty laugh.

"Hahaha, Immortal Lord Luoshui, what you say is indeed the truth! In any immortal sect or clan, the emergence of a prodigy like Immortal Lin would undoubtedly be the cornerstone of that sect or clan's resurgence!

But... speaking of which, where is Immortal Lin, whom even old Qiu holds in such high regard, at this present moment?"

Upon hearing Sect Leader Qiu's inquiry regarding Lin Xuankong's whereabouts,

the Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er softly shook her head and replied,

"Our Young Master ventured into closed-door cultivation a month ago and has not yet emerged.

Nonetheless, since all you esteemed elders have already graced the Wine Immortal Sect with your presence, permit me to enter the cave mansion presently to summon Xuankong for an audience with you venerable seniors!"

"Is he in cultivation retreat?"

Sect Leader Qiu's expression faltered for a brief instant before he shook his head, stating, "In that case, let us not disturb Immortal Lin! However..."

The Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er, possessing such sharp perceptive abilities, immediately discerned Sect Leader Qiu's underlying doubt and directly clasped her hands, saying, "Immortal Lord Qiu, if there is anything at all, please do not hesitate to instruct Yu'er!"

Sect Leader Qiu gave a slight nod, contemplated for a moment, and then opened his mouth to pose his question.

"It concerns the matter of the Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact!

Immortal Lord Guang is undoubtedly aware that countless venerable figures in the Immortal Realm dedicate themselves to gathering celestial materials and earthly treasures, forging a myriad of immensely potent artifacts and high-grade immortal treasures, all in the pursuit of more smoothly navigating the perilous celestial tribulations. Yet, since the Middle Ages, the rare and powerful materials within the Immortal Realm have become exceedingly scarce. Consequently, not a single Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact has materialized in the Immortal Realm for millions of years!

However, quite recently, Immortal Lin of the Wine Immortal Sect bestowed such an artifact upon Great Success Yu Ming, thereby enabling her to successfully overcome the Five Elements Extermination Tribulation, a feat that no cultivator has achieved in millennia!

It can be asserted that the appearance of an Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact holds the potential to decisively alter the course of this ongoing Immortal-Demon War!

From my understanding, during Jade Bright Celestial Buddha's tribulation, this Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact was employed, and as a direct result, it became imbued with the aura of the Upper Realm, approaching the caliber of a Celestial Artifact itself. This single artifact instantly annihilated millions of demon lords, generals, and kings hailing from the Profound Yin Demon Sect!

Therefore, old Qiu is exceedingly curious whether Immortal Lin procured this Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact from the remnants of an ancient great sage's immortal family dwelling, or if he personally forged it!"

Sect Leader Qiu's words instantly captured the rapt attention of every demon lord and cultivator present,

for everyone was acutely aware that if the Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact bestowed upon Great Success Jade Bright Bodhisattva originated from the relic of an ancient and powerful immortal, it would be somewhat regrettable. Conversely, if Immortal Lin had personally refined it...

The very capacity to refine an Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact suggests that Lin Xuankong's mastery in artifact refining is advancing at an exceptional pace, potentially enabling him to forge even more Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifacts in the future!

Should this prove true, it signifies that victory in the ultimate Immortal-Demon War would be virtually guaranteed for the Human Realm, the Unbounded Mountain Demon Race, and the Spirit Platform Buddhism!

Moreover, the lifelong aspiration of every cultivator within the Golden Dragon Immortal Realm is to attain the status of a Strongest Immortal Lord-level powerhouse and to successfully endure the terrifying tribulations that so many others fear!

Possessing an Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact equates, in essence, to a several-fold, or even a dozen-fold, increase in the might of a Strongest Immortal Lord-level combatant. Thus, when confronting the final celestial tribulation, the presence of an Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact in hand could substantially alleviate the pressure faced by the tribulation crosser, by several factors nonetheless.

Consequently, at this precise juncture, Sect Leader Qiu, Immortal Lord Luoshui, Immortal Lord Feiyun, the Elder Clan Leader of the Cyan Dragon Race, the Elder Clan Leader of the Black Tortoise Race, Great Success Yu Zhen Bodhisattva, and the others all gazed intensely at the Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er, eagerly awaiting her response.

In this moment, Guang Yu'er found herself rendered speechless,

Guang Yu'er's connection with Lin Xuankong was undeniably deep; entrusting her with the pivotal duty of protection during his cultivation retreat was an honor reserved for only the most trusted individual by any cultivator!

Yet... what truly vexed Guang Yu'er was Lin Xuankong's continued silence regarding the Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact previously bestowed upon Great Success Yu Ming. She remained ignorant whether its acquisition was due to a rare opportunity or his personal artifact refining prowess. Every inquiry was met with his enigmatic smile, leaving Guang Yu'er in quiet frustration...

With a resigned sigh, the formidable Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er offered a slight shake of her head. "To be candid, Immortal Lord Qiu, even at this moment, Yu'er has no certainty whether Xuankong's Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact, presented to Great Success Yu Ming, was secured through an extraordinary stroke of luck or painstakingly crafted by his own hands!"

Sect Leader Qiu's brow furrowed subtly at her confession, a sentiment echoed by the numerous strongest immortal lords from the Human Race Immortal Realm, along with many demon kings and bodhisattvas who also subtly shook their heads.

Following a brief, contemplative silence,

Sect Leader Qiu turned his gaze back to Guang Yu'er. "It is indeed regrettable that Immortal Lin is currently in seclusion....

Since the astonishing tidings from the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect concerning the Wine Immortal Sect's miraculous occurrences reached our ears, my fellow daoists and I have been consumed by curiosity, bordering on disbelief, and intensely eager to meet Immortal Lin. Now that we find ourselves at the Wine Immortal Sect, the anticipation among my fellow daoists and I grows nearly unbearable!"

The assembled titans of power could not help but be moved by the sentiment.

Across the entirety of the Golden Dragon Immortal Realm, whether in the Unbounded Mountain, the Human Race Immortal Realm, or the Spirit Platform Buddha Realm, for the esteemed Sect Leader Qiu of the Divine Dynasty Immortal Sect to express such eagerness to meet a fellow cultivator, only Lin Xuankong commanded such attention!

The Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er joined her hands in a respectful gesture and spoke,

"If such is the situation, might I propose entering the Profound Void Cave Mansion presently to convey your esteemed wishes, requesting him to emerge and grant you venerated seniors an audience?"

Sect Leader Qiu, Immortal Lord Feiyun, the venerable Elder Clan Leader of the Cyan Dragon Race, the venerable Elder Clan Leader of the Black Tortoise Race, the revered Great Success Yu Zhen Bodhisattva, and other powerful figures visibly displayed eager anticipation in their expressions.

It wasn't solely due to Lin Xuankong's personal charisma that drew them, but rather his unparalleled artifact refining techniques, which had sent ripples throughout the entire Immortal Realm, were deemed critically vital for the impending final Immortal Demon War!

Every influential figure present understood perfectly; even if Lin Xuankong could not produce more Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifacts, the successful creation of even a few Fifth or Sixth-Grade Immortal Artifacts would be instrumental in tipping the scales of the rapidly approaching final Immortal Demon War!

At that precise moment,

Immortal Lord Luoshui Yaan Mingyu, who had remained quietly by Sect Leader Qiu's side, stepped forward from the assembled throng. She offered a gentle shake of her head towards the Strongest Immortal Lord Guang Yu'er before addressing the group, "Esteemed fellow daoists, my true disciple, Lin Xuankong's mastery of artifact refining is, without question, profoundly significant and absolutely crucial given the current precarious state of the Immortal Realm!

However, I am intimately familiar with Xuankong's character; if he perceives a means to assist the Human Race Immortal Realm in securing victory in the final Immortal Demon War, he will not hesitate to act!

Should he indeed possess the capability to refine an Eighth-Grade Immortal Artifact, I have unwavering faith that he will provide it for your use at the critical juncture of the impending conflict; but if his ability falls short, or if the previous artifact was merely a chance discovery, then that too is a matter of unfortunate circumstance!

My true disciple is presently engaged in intensive closed-door cultivation, and an untimely interruption could severely impede his progress. I implore everyone to consider Mingyu's earnest request and refrain from disturbing Xuankong's cultivation!"

Following Immortal Lord Luoshui's heartfelt plea, the assembled dignitaries, including Sect Leader Qiu himself, could not help but feel a wave of frustration wash over them. Nevertheless, Immortal Lord Luoshui Yaan Mingyu's reasoning was both just and sound; despite their slight annoyance, the powerhouses found themselves without any valid arguments to counter her.