I Have A Cultivation World Chapter 2394 - 1077: Taiyin Treasure Pearl (Part 2)
Previously on I Have A Cultivation World...
From afar, Ni Yuanzhong couldn't help but view the cultivators of the Three Veins of Ice Heaven as utterly incompetent, convinced that he alone could fend off the threat with ease.
Right then, the Innate Sun True Fire, freed from the restraints of the Fire Stabilization Technique, erupted wildly in every direction. As Ni Yuanzhong drew closer, his expression twisted in shock, a profound sense of mortal danger washing over him.
Just as he prepared to unleash the Power of Dao Fruits, Dustless True Monarch lightly tilted the Cleansing World Pot he held, unleashing a powerful pull from its opening that swallowed up every bit of the True Fire.
"Young friend Chen, this inner core holds value for me. What portion of the Golden Flame Manticore’s remains catches your eye? Take it as your reward."
With the Cleansing World Pot safely tucked away in his storage bag, Dustless True Monarch turned to Chen Mobai with a warm grin.
In the fierce battle against the Golden Flame Manticore this time, Chen Mobai's efforts were undeniable, and beyond the Communicating Holy Spirit Pill, he earned a rightful claim to the leftover treasures.
Da Kong True Monarch raised no issues with this arrangement.
After all, without Chen Mobai shattering the grand formation at Dragon Abyss Cave, they would likely have pulled back in frustration and turned their focus to battling the aggressive East Dawn Demon Dao first.
"Seniors, you two divide the shares initially, and whatever remains can come to me."
For the Golden Flame Manticore, Chen Mobai's sole interest lay in its inner core.
The fact that it had nurtured Innate Sun True Fire meant its inner core carried an innate essence, perfect for crafting a Second Primeval Spirit.
Though he possessed one already, bringing it back to the Immortal Gate could benefit a disciple practicing the Pure Yang Scroll at the Dance Tool Dao Academy, such as his close companion Ming Yuhua.
Yet Dustless True Monarch had claimed the Cleansing World Pot from the Burning Heaven Meridians specifically for this inner core, so Chen Mobai had no intention of vying for it.
Under these circumstances, he chose to show generosity instead.
"I notice your vestment is merely Fourth Rank Superior Grade, young friend Chen; why not claim the pelt from the Golden Flame Manticore? Given your talent in artifact refining, you could craft a Fifth Rank vestment, far more suited to your standing."
Observing Chen Mobai's politeness from the sidelines, Da Kong True Monarch pondered his needs and offered the suggestion himself.
Hearing this, Chen Mobai saw the truth in it.
The Pure Yang Immortal Robe, as a piece of the Primordial Yang Set, only revealed its maximum might when directed by the Second Primeval Spirit in clashes against mighty adversaries.
For instance, in the clash with Civet Power, once Chen Mobai's primary form shed the Immortal Robe, he had to depend on the Magic Artifact Tai Yi Wu Yan Luo to form a defensive vestment.
This approach clearly wouldn't hold up over time.
As the Sect Master of a top Four Great Holy Land in the Eastern Continent, a cultivator at the Righteous Deity Transformation stage, he ought to possess a Fifth Rank vestment.
"Then I offer my thanks to you both, seniors."
The courteous banter between the trio left Hong Yun, along with Han Xingzi and the others freshly revived by Master Luo Ying's aid, staring in utter astonishment.
However, Ni Yuanzhong, informed by Yuan Zhen from Dongling Immortal City about Chen Mobai's breakthrough to the Spirit Transformation stage via the Yi Yuan Dao Body—as the newly hailed third pillar of the Eastern Continent Righteous Dao—understood the situation fully.
"Congratulations to Sect Master Chen for perfecting his divine abilities and vanquishing a Fifth Rank True Spirit!"
Through the years at Shetuoling, Ni Yuanzhong had fought side by side with Hong Yun against enemies, gaining plenty as the chief commander there, so he stepped forward to alert Hong Yun, Han Xingzi, and the rest.
At Ni Yuanzhong's declaration, the elder Bai Wu trailing Hong Yun shuddered fiercely and promptly lowered his head in respect.
Meanwhile, the others reeled in shock, their jaws dropping wide.
No one questioned the claim.
Earlier, Chen Mobai had casually contained the Innate Sun True Fire, which the full might of the Three Veins of Ice Heaven failed to halt, proving his realm far exceeded Nascent Soul.
Furthermore, the demeanor of Dustless True Monarch and Da Kong True Monarch spoke volumes.
They weren't the sort who, after dominating the Eastern Continent for a millennium, would graciously split gains with mere Nascent Soul experts.
In that instant, Hong Yun remembered his earlier folly, swayed by Bai Wu to attack the Five Elements Sect, and inwardly damned Bai Wu's lineage without mercy.
Han Xingzi and Master Luo Ying, meanwhile, eyed the Taiyin Treasure Pearl in Chen Mobai's grasp and wavered on how to request its return as the Supreme Treasure.
"Nephew Ni, I'm entrusting this site to your care!"
With that, Dustless True Monarch directed Ni Yuanzhong, while Da Kong True Monarch beside him activated the silver ring on his wrist in a shimmer, enveloping the three Divinity Transformed cultivators and whisking them away to Dongling Immortal City.
"Oh, I nearly overlooked handing this pearl back to fellow Daoist Han Xingzi."
As the silver glow dissipated, Chen Mobai felt the chilling Taiyin Treasure Pearl in his palm and acted as if the thought had only just struck him.
"Young friend Chen, feel free to settle in at Dongling Immortal City. Should the Three Veins of Ice Heaven desire this Taiyin Treasure Pearl, they know where to seek you at Shetuoling."
Dustless True Monarch and Da Kong True Monarch showed no concern over the matter. As esteemed Spirit Transformation cultivators, borrowing a Fifth Rank Artifact for the broader cause of the Eastern Continent Righteous Dao was routine.
Hadn't they witnessed the Cleansing World Pot now residing in his storage bag?
Both True Monarchs figured Chen Mobai had taken a liking to the Taiyin Treasure Pearl, explaining his firm hold on it.
"This pearl doesn't appear to qualify as a Magic Artifact. As an Artifact Refiner, I got a bit captivated by it momentarily."
Chen Mobai clarified, since he wasn't one to greedily seize others' possessions. Yet upon reaching Shetuoling, his gaze had caught the snow-white glowing pearl hovering over Han Xingzi's head, and drawing from his insight with the Five Elements Dao Fruits, it struck him as unusual.
It bore a faint likeness to a Dao Fruit, prompting him to examine it more closely.
Little did he expect the two True Monarchs, true to their bold and efficient nature, to secure the Cleansing World Pot and the Golden Flame Manticore’s inner core without delay, then sweep him up in their departure.