Immortality begin with Alchemy Grandmaster Chapter 2763 - 1021: Mirror Flower, Water Moon; Daoist Sect Tian Nan (Part 2)

"Hmph."

A cold snort escaped Luo Chen as his Divine Consciousness expanded, bolstering the efficacy of Mirror Flower, Water Moon, and effectively nullifying Shi Chuanting's struggle.

"Do you know the current whereabouts of each noble family?"

Shi Chuanting responded without a moment's hesitation, "The Lian, Ke, Shi, and Li Families are all situated on the East Yuan Continent, re-establishing their clan territories around the former Rotten Stalemate Mountain Range. The Gu, Tan, and Gu Families are located on the Li Bei Continent. The Mo and Zhan Families, having suffered the most significant power reduction, have relocated to the Tian Nan Continent."

Luo Chen repeatedly nodded; these details aligned considerably with his existing knowledge.

It was evident that Shi Chuanting was relaying accurate information.

However, Luo Chen waited for a significant period, yet no mention was made of the last three Great Houses.

He inquired instinctively, "And the other three?"

Shi Chuanting replied blankly, "They are gone!"

"Hmm?" Luo Chen was momentarily taken aback. Hadn't it been mentioned previously that all twelve Great Houses remained intact?

But then, a sudden realization dawned upon him: he was inquiring about the period when the Qi Xia Emperor attacked Zhongzhou, an event during which all twelve Great Houses had only narrowly survived.

Yet, the Tianyuan Daoist Sect had endured blows extending far beyond that single incident.

Following the battle in Zhongzhou, the supreme Savage Beast, Soul Hanging Wilderness from the Mountain Sea Realm, was awakened by the Five Elders of Tianyuan to confront the Qi Xia Emperor. This cataclysmic encounter caused the Mountain Sea to rupture and the heavens to collapse in their wake.

Of the original five divisions of Zhongzhou, the Western Continent was utterly submerged, its inhabitants swept into the Netherworld Sea.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the remaining three Great Houses, which had stood for millennia and even survived the fall of Zhongzhou, must have perished in this calamity.

As Luo Chen probed, Shi Chuanting indeed provided the same answer.

After confirming this, even Luo Chen, who had anticipated such an outcome, couldn't suppress a sigh.

Shi Chuanting continued to reveal the intelligence he possessed.

"Zhongzhou is vast and bountiful; even in its fragmented state, each section remains an unparalleled cultivation sacred land."

"Besides the nine Great Houses, the remnants of various noble families and numerous Han Gate families are dispersed across the three continents."

"Furthermore, some Guest Elders who had previously affiliated with Star Gate were compelled to descend the mountains due to the collapse of Heaven and Earth Peak, now cultivating on the three continents. Particularly noteworthy are those Guest Elders with bloodline descendants and sect disciples; with Ancestor Liancheng lifting the restrictions, their descendants have been granted a genuine opportunity to integrate into the Tianyuan Daoist Sect."

Luo Chen raised an eyebrow,

Shi Chuanting shook his head, "I’m fine, Great Elder. Did you come to me for something?"

"It’s nothing major, just wanted to invite you for tea and discuss the Dao, sharing some experiences and insights."

Shi Chuanting’s face tightened, his lips pursed as he responded, "Not today. I just finished drinking with Senior Brother Gu. Let’s meet again tomorrow. I’ll personally bring you some of the Shi Family’s Thousand Years Brew on Chuyang Mountain."

"Very well!"

The aged voice gradually faded. In the courtyard, Shi Chuanting’s body began to tremble uncontrollably, his eyes wide with fear.

What exactly just transpired?! He felt as though he had dreamt of the Shi Family’s Supreme Elder, who questioned him about the Sect Family. He had divulged everything he knew without hesitation.

But he was a Nascent Soul True Master! How could he suddenly be dreaming? Could this be a Heart Demon Barrier? Was he caught in an Illusion Technique, his mind confused by someone? The former was terrifying, but the latter seemed even more unfathomable. Unconsciously, Shi Chuanting’s face turned exceedingly pale, his body slick with sweat.

On Chuyang Mountain! Initially perplexed, the Dong Yan Sect Elder, who was remotely monitoring Shi Chuanting with his Divine Consciousness, swiftly grasped that the anomaly was not without cause. "Could someone have infiltrated my East Sun Sect without a trace?" he pondered. "What did they do to Shi Chuanting right under my nose? They didn't even trigger the secret technique I left on Shi Chuanting! What kind of existence could accomplish such a feat so silently?"

The Dong Yan Sect Elder took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and channeled his Divine Consciousness into a golden copper mirror in his hand, which resembled a radiant sun. A burst of golden light shot into the sky. In the sunset-streaked dusk, it momentarily illuminated a radius of eight thousand miles.

A figure descended leisurely along a white stone staircase. Glancing upwards, he witnessed the spectacle of golden light cast by the setting sun in the heavens. He couldn't help but softly remark, "The Divine Soul Cultivation isn’t weak!" It was merely a simple compliment as he nonchalantly departed the East Sun Sect, allowing the golden light to dissipate. Moments later, that golden radiance gradually faded, with the dusk yielding to the night.

...Under the night sky. The salty sea breeze against one’s face sharpened the senses. Luo Chen sat outside the Flying Shuttle, quietly contemplating his next move. His strategy was intrinsically straightforward, allowing for adaptation based on evolving circumstances. Now possessing relatively concrete information, he naturally required a revised arrangement. The more intricate a plan, the higher the likelihood of failure due to countless variables. A simple plan, for someone like Luo Chen—who currently wielded near-unrivaled strength in the world—was instead more practical.

"I cannot venture to the East Yuan Continent; not only is the Daoist Sect’s sole Great Power stationed there, but the presence of the four great Lian, Ke, Shi, and Li Families also makes it too volatile. The competition there is excessively fierce, and should my double prove too exceptional, the opposition it would attract would be unimaginable."

"The Li Bei Continent hosts three Great Houses, and while the situation isn't as severe, the concentration of noble families and clans is the highest. If I desire sufficient resources, it presents the same challenge."

Luo Chen had no intention of personally reclaiming his Life Soul. Regardless of how well he concealed it, involving the Life Soul would inevitably lead to interaction with the Lan Ke Chessboard. Such a treasure, once the paramount Spiritual Treasure of the Tianyuan Daoist Sect, would undoubtedly draw the attention of Liancheng Ancestor. Luo Chen lacked the confidence to hide it from a Divine Transformation Great Power.

Therefore, dispatching an innocent incarnation was the most prudent course of action. As for how to ensure the incarnation evaded detection by the treasure’s owner or a Divine Transformation Great Power, Luo Chen, having attained Divine Soul Great Success and fully experienced the Nine Tribulations and Three Nirvana, possessed a degree of confidence. The crucial element was ensuring the incarnation advanced to a level deemed worthy of consideration for reclaiming the Life Soul by the Daoist Sect, without encountering excessive mishaps along the way. This constituted the primary direction of Luo Chen’s current deliberation.

"Only the Tian Nan Continent!"

"While it also boasts two Great Houses, the Zhan and Mo, they are the weakest. Although numerous competitors are present, their origins are complex, largely consisting of former Guest Elders from Star Gate, implying Outer Continent Cultivators."

"Furthermore, from Shi Chuanting’s memories, I discovered an old acquaintance also resides on the Tian Nan Continent!"

Murmuring softly, Luo Chen reached his decision. Instantly, with a mere thought, he issued an order to Bai Meiling, who was piloting the Frost Eagle Shuttle.

"Little Bai, veer towards the southeast!"