Immortality begin with Alchemy Grandmaster Chapter 2770 - 1025: Tian Nan Dao Palace, the Valley Where Gods and Ghosts Are Buried

Luo Chen's journey to Tian Nan was not a sudden whim. A vague notion began to form in his mind the moment he learned that the territory of the Daoist Sect had fractured into three parts. Furthermore, and perhaps most crucially, there might be something he requires on this continent! Of course, understanding the power dynamics at play on the Tian Nan Continent is essential, as it could prove beneficial for the future ascent of his avatar. Since departing from Bailu Marsh, Luo Chen has been steadily progressing northward. Throughout this endeavor, he has been diligently refining the Chi Xiao Sword Qi, while Little White has been actively roaming the surrounding areas, gathering vital intelligence for Luo Chen's purposes. It is truly remarkable how deep the foundation of the Tianyuan Daoist Sect runs, far beyond what the world can comprehend. Even amidst widespread conflict, the catastrophic Demon Phoenix event, and its current division into three factions, the inherent strength displayed across the Tian Nan Continent remains exceptionally formidable. Presiding over these forces are two colossal families. The Zhan Family boasts Zhan Bingtao, a cultivator at the Post-Nascent stage, as their representative. It goes without saying that the Mo Family, under the lineage of Sect Master Mo Shouzhuo, has astonishingly cultivated two Nascent Soul True Masters in just over a decade! This achievement, coupled with the considerable might of the Family Head Mo Shengxing, has effectively stabilized the prevailing situation. In terms of mid-tier influence, the landscape is comprised of numerous Tianyuan Families and former Guest Elders of Star Gate who have attained the Nascent Soul stage. This segment of mid-tier powers is by no means weak; based on the intelligence meticulously collected by Little White, the number of Nascent Soul True Masters alone currently stands at approximately a dozen. When considering the true figures from the two dominant families, the entirety of the Tian Nan Continent is home to roughly twenty Nascent Soul experts! This number, when compared to the peak era of the Tianyuan Daoist Sect, is insignificant. However, in the context of the present circumstances, it represents a very substantial force. At the very least, from Luo Chen's current knowledge, following the devastating Human and Demon War that ravaged the Eastern Wasteland, only about twenty Nascent Soul True Masters remained. In other words, even the least vigorous of the three current continents of the Tianyuan Daoist Sect possesses a high-end combat power that rivals the entirety of the Eastern Wasteland. Moreover, with the recent release of Nascent Soul Formation Pills by Luo Chen and the various Great Sects undergoing post-war recuperation, it is only natural that a new wave of Nascent Soul True Masters will continuously emerge. As for the lowest tier of forces, the Han Gate powers, Luo Chen pays them little heed. While they might possess the potential to nurture Nascent Soul True Masters, their foundational strength is fixed, and their numbers will never be significant. Beyond assessing the overall strength of Tian Nan, another significant development has captured Luo Chen's attention. This is the establishment of an organization known as the 'Daoist Palace' by the Tianyuan Daoist Sect on the Tian Nan Continent. This entity is tasked with identifying and recruiting exceptionally talented disciples from this land, providing them with the necessary resources to achieve success. "Establishing a branch to uphold the sect's prestige might well be a necessary measure taken after the collapse of Zhongzhou," Luo Chen mused upon hearing this news. The three continents, separated by vast expanses of water, are a trivial matter for High Order Cultivators, but they represent an insurmountable barrier for Lower Order Cultivators. To maintain a basic level of sect cohesion, creating a branch to attract talent was a strategic move that the Tianyuan Daoist Sect had no choice but to implement, and it proved to be a remarkably astute decision. Little White added, "The Tian Nan Dao Palace operates under the supervision of Great Cultivator Zhan Bingtao, who serves as the Observatory Master, overseeing the overall situation. Beneath him are four Imperial Palaces, each led by either one of three True Inheritors from the Daoist Sect or a former Guest Elder from Star Gate, acting as Hall Masters. These four Imperial Lords are individuals of impressive power, all capable of accepting disciples. The resources dispatched from the Daoist Ancestral Court on the East Yuan Continent are also managed by these four Imperial Lords." Zhan Bingtao? Luo Chen silently repeated the name, finding it somewhat familiar. During his travels in the Southern Border, he had encountered this individual and engaged in brief interactions. It was previously rumored that he had narrowly escaped an attack by the Youli Divine Monarch prior to his Ascension, and now it appears he has been entrusted with significant responsibilities, effectively anchoring one of the continents. I wonder if his injuries have fully healed? Luo Chen reflected indifferently on this person, giving it no further thought. With his current level of strength, even facing Zhan Bingtao at his peak would result in an effortless victory for Luo Chen. Rather, it is the four Imperial Lords who have piqued Luo Chen's curiosity. If his future avatar aims to infiltrate the core ranks of the Daoist Sect, it is inevitable that he will have to contend with these four Imperial Lords. Consequently, he began to make further inquiries, not anticipating that he would encounter two familiar faces among them. Recalling the previously gathered intelligence, Little White proceeded to elaborate on the backgrounds of the four Imperial Lords, one by one.

"Ziwei Hall operates under the leadership of the Zhang Family Clan Chief, Zhang Bairen, who is situated at the Nascent Soul Sixth Layer realm. Longevity Hall is overseen by the Dragon Family Clan Chief, Long Ting, whose cultivation is positioned around the Nascent Soul Fifth Layer. All Stars Hall is managed by the esteemed Guest Elder Hui Yuanhong from the Star Gate, a distinguished individual within the Great Cultivator realm. Among the four Imperial Lords, he holds the highest cultivation level, with whispers suggesting he once filled the vacancy left by the Alchemy Saint’s Ascension within Star Gate’s Nineteen Elders"

"Hui Yuanhong, so it was him!" Luo Chen softly uttered, recalling how this powerful figure had once extended an invitation to join him. He had, however, departed Zhongzhou in haste, subsequently losing contact.

It is noteworthy that during Emperor Qi Xia’s formidable assault on Zhongzhou, Heaven and Earth Peak became a primary target. As one of the Nineteen Elders, Hui Yuanhong astonishingly managed to survive this cataclysm.

Not only did he endure, but he was also appointed by the Tianyuan Daoist Sect as one of the four Imperial Lords of the Tian Nan Continent.

Ranked just below Observatory Master Zhan Bingtao, this turn of events truly exemplifies the blessings that can follow an escape from death.

Little White’s explanation proceeded seamlessly.

"The final hall, Houtu Hall, is helmed by the Fu Clan’s Chief and the talented Qing Lan Fairy. Her current realm, while only Nascent Soul Fourth Layer, is complemented by the shortest cultivation duration. Previously, she triumphed in the Cave Heaven Competition, securing an inheritance encompassing the Law’s True Intent and Chun Yuan Great Power’s Divine Transformation. Consequently, among the four halls, she possesses the greatest potential and is recognized as one of the Tianyuan Daoist Sect’s future God Transformation Seeds. It is widely reported that numerous families across the Tian Nan Continent are eager to send their most promising cultivated talents to Houtu Hall, aiming to forge connections with Qing Lan Fairy in advance."