Immortality begin with Alchemy Grandmaster Chapter 2759 - 1019: Emerging from the Abyss and Ascending the Mountain, Three Promises (Part 2)

Bai Meiling, having boarded the flying shuttle, posed a curious question: "Shouldn't we be heading to Upper Nether Immortal City? Sect Leader Li has backed Hao Ranzi in quite well refurbishing that abandoned city. He's reassembled the Fourth Order Spirit Vein, and it’s gradually showing signs of prosperity."

"No need to visit. It holds no significance for me," Luo Chen stated casually, releasing a wave of Qi Power as the shuttle slowly ascended into the sky. "However, you can brief me on the situation in Upper Nether Immortal City during our journey."

"Understood, master."

The Frost Eagle Shuttle plunged into the clouds, transforming into a streak of black light that vanished across the sky in an instant.

...

Great Pan Peak!

This was one of the Inner Sect's Eighteen Peaks within the Taishan Sect.

While not reaching the towering heights of Ao Lai Peak, nor possessing the picturesque beauty of Little Bamboo Mountain, its steady, imposing grandeur surpassed all other peaks in the Taishan Sect.

Bathed in the night sky, Great Pan Peak resembled a colossal beast in slumber, keeping a silent vigil over the world.

Suddenly!

The Great Pan Peak trembled briefly, its rocks shifting and settling, much like a beast stirring from its slumber.

A surprised exclamation was heard.

"A Stone Spirit?"

In the very next moment, a voice filled with both shock and anger erupted from within the cave mansion on Great Pan Peak.

"Which esteemed guest has arrived uninvited?"

Brilliant lights shot upwards, piercing the night sky and creating a captivating spectacle.

Nearby disciples of the sect sensed the disturbance and began to fly over, but were quickly ordered back by Deng Taiyue.

The tremors engulfing Great Pan Peak gradually ceased.

Deng Taiyue gazed at the newcomer with a discernible uncertainty, "Luo Chen?"

Opposite him stood a tall man, clad in a black robe, his face largely concealed by a hood save for a pair of eyes that blazed with golden light, as intense as a raging fire.

Deng Taiyue realized he had only ever seen such eyes on one individual.

It was indeed Luo Chen!

Luo Chen pulled back his hood, offered a nod, and then directed his attention towards the imposing black stone perched atop Great Pan Peak.

Under his intense gaze, marked by red eyes and golden pupils, the black stone seemed to morph, taking the form of a beast, part wolf and part tiger, glaring fiercely.

"I believed I had concealed my presence flawlessly, yet upon entering the mountain, I was detected by this entity—is it truly a naturally sentient stone?"

Deng Taiyue's expression became complex; Luo Chen's assertion of superior aura concealment was not mere boasting but a demonstrable fact.

Even the Sect Master of Taishan Sect himself had failed to detect Luo Chen's arrival within his own domain.

Furthermore, the surrounding protective array had remained utterly silent!

Had it not been for the Mountain Guardian Stone Spirit sensing him, Luo Chen could have potentially infiltrated the cave mansion without any notice whatsoever.

The sheer implication was astounding!

Even the Luo Chen of the past was formidable, yet he had never attained this level of mastery.

There was only one logical conclusion: he had grown significantly stronger!

Taking a deep breath, Deng Taiyue dispelled his internal unease and introduced the entity, "Its name is Stone Guardian, a truly rare Spiritual Divine Stone. It came into being three hundred years ago atop Great Pan Peak, which is why it sensed your presence upon your arrival."

Luo Chen understood; it was no wonder this Stone Spirit had detected him. Ascending the mountain was akin to treading directly upon its very being.

Abruptly, Luo Chen seized upon a particular keyword.

"Three hundred years ago?" Luo Chen inquired, turning to Deng Taiyue, "I recall Brother Deng mentioning once that during an unexpected moment of enlightenment, you came close to comprehending the true intent of the Dao, and that was over three hundred years ago, wasn't it?"

Deng Taiyue let out a wry chuckle, "Brother Luo possesses a remarkably sharp mind, immediately grasping the critical point. Indeed, during that period, observing the spirit communication of the Stone Guardian inspired me, nearly propelling me into a state of sudden enlightenment where I came tantalizingly close to comprehending the true intent of the Dao."

Luo Chen's expression remained unsurprised. He cast forth his Qi Power, causing the Stone Guardian to revert into a weathered, iconic black stone, bearing the marks of wind and rain.

This simple demonstration starkly illustrated the immense disparity in their respective powers.

Deng Taiyue's pupils involuntarily contracted at the sight.

Luo Chen casually approached the stone, gently caressed it, and then shook his head, "A pity, this stone itself lacks a solid foundation. It relied on abundant Earth Qi and the essence of the sun and moon to fortuitously achieve spirit communication. Had its foundation been more robust, its awakening would have invoked the Earth Origin, and Brother Deng would not have faced failure then."

Deng Taiyue wore an expression of complete bewilderment.

Luo Chen simply offered a smile, choosing not to elaborate further.

To be frank, Deng Taiyue's so-called sudden enlightenment was comparable to Luo Chen's own experience in the Mirage Dragon Cave Heaven, where he had utilized the Withering and Flourishing Divine Fire to gain insight into the true intent of the Dao.

Both instances involved the observation of a "Divine Object Spirit" to comprehend a corresponding Dao's true intent.

Both were, in essence, shortcuts on the path of Cultivation.

Only his good fortune prevailed; the Withering and Flourishing Fire Spirit's command was sufficiently potent, thus the shortcut proved successful.

However, Deng Taiyue was not as fortunate, and for three hundred years, this matter has plagued him, preventing any advancement.

But now, a new solution presents itself for all these troubles.

Thud!

A jade vial was set down upon the black rock.

"The item you desired."

With a single glance, Deng Taiyue’s eyes became fixated on the jade vial, utterly captivated.

He swallowed involuntarily and inquired, "Has the Ti Hu Pill been successfully refined?"

Luo Chen offered a smile, stating, "It has met expectations! By synthesizing the accumulated wisdom of the Dark Abyss Sect’s predecessors with my own understanding, I managed to refine it. I even tested it myself once and gained some valuable insights."

As he spoke, Luo Chen deliberately released a portion of the transformed Qi Power within his body.

This surge of Qi Power seemed to resonate with the very fabric of heaven and earth the moment it manifested.

Plop!

A solitary drop of rain descended.

It struck the dark rock, eliciting a pained, muffled roar from the Stone Guardian.

Deng Taiyue’s eyes widened in sheer disbelief as he observed this remarkable scene.

"Have you awakened to yet another new Law’s True Intent?"

With a mere thought, Luo Chen swiftly reabsorbed the immense Qi Power, having momentarily forgotten that drawing upon the Primordial Qi of heaven and earth could inflict some harm upon the Stone Guardian.

Confronted by Deng Taiyue’s astonishment, Luo Chen offered no concealment and nodded emphatically.

"Indeed, I harnessed the potency of the Ti Hu Pill and the Ming Water Spring Eye to comprehend the Water Origin. My capabilities have now surged dramatically, even surpassing my previous levels!"

Deng Taiyue, taken aback by Luo Chen’s profound transformation, grew even more eager for that vial of Ti Hu Pills.

Without the slightest hesitation, he produced a storage bag.

"This Sky Qi is in exchange for those Nascent Soul Formation Pills; it all meets your stipulated requirements."

"Furthermore, I have conferred with Jiuling Yuanjun, Tian Douzi, Fenghua Fairy, and others. Should you require aid, they have expressed willingness to assist. However, I deliberately withheld information regarding the Tianyuan Daoist Sect as the adversary, fearing they might withdraw their support if they knew."

Luo Chen nodded, extending his hand to accept the storage bag.

After a brief examination with his Divine Consciousness, he appeared thoroughly satisfied.

The bag contained a substantial quantity of Sky Qi, perfectly suited for his cultivation of the "Thousand Clouds and Ten Thousand Transformations Sword Scripture."

Regarding Deng Taiyue’s apprehensions, Luo Chen felt no concern.

It was quite natural for allies to hesitate when the enemy presented an overwhelming threat.

Yet, if he could demonstrate sufficient power to contend with their foes and offer compelling rewards, under the veneer of friendship, they would undoubtedly be inclined to lend their assistance.

"Do you believe that by offering the Ti Hu Pills as a reward, they would be inclined to aid me?"

Deng Taiyue paused, his gaze instinctively drifting towards the jade vial.

Luo Chen let out a soft chuckle, reassuring him, "Worry not, this entire bottle is yours. There are three Ti Hu Pills in total, and each can only be consumed once in a lifetime, irrespective of success or failure. The remaining pills, you may keep as your sect’s valuable heritage."

Deng Taiyue exhaled in relief, carefully retrieving the vial.

However, his expression soon turned somewhat complex, and he offered no immediate response to Luo Chen’s query.

Luo Chen seemed to fathom his thoughts, asking, "Are you perhaps feeling a sense of dissatisfaction that something you diligently sought for centuries, and have now finally obtained, can be so readily acquired by others?"

Deng Taiyue was reluctant to admit it, but under Luo Chen’s discerning gaze, he eventually nodded, albeit unwillingly.

Luo Chen had anticipated this very sentiment and magnanimously declared, "You are distinct from the others; I shall also meticulously record my experiences and revelations from consuming the Ti Hu Pill for your benefit. Moreover, in perpetuity, the Luo Tian and Taishan Sects shall stand as unwavering allies. Should you aspire to attain the Divine Transformation Realm after mastering the Law’s True Intent, I can also assist in locating a suitable Fifth Order Spirit Vein for your advancement."

With these three generous commitments, Deng Taiyue’s lingering resentment finally began to dissipate.

In truth, he had no valid grounds for such emotions.

Who was the individual before him?

He was the formidable entity who, alongside the Demon Emperor Qing Shuang, possessed the might to vanquish any Nascent Soul True Master in existence.

What right did he possess to engage in bargaining?

Nonetheless, Luo Chen’s willingness to extend these assurances was indeed a profound gesture of respect.

Deng Taiyue hesitated for a moment before responding truthfully, "If the Ti Hu Pill is offered as the reward, I believe most individuals would find it immensely tempting. However, this incentive would likely exclude that particular individual from the East Sun Sect!"

Luo Chen raised an eyebrow, and knowledge concerning that specific person instantly flooded his consciousness.

Once the foremost subordinate of the Dark Abyss Sect.

Now serving as a pawn for the Tianyuan Daoist Sect in the Eastern Wasteland.

The esteemed Great Elder of the East Sun Sect!