Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant Chapter 2416 - 207: Master of Quiet Cave (Part 4)

Previously on Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant...

Xuan Yuanzi revealed his role in Quiet Cave, teaching Dao Law to Innate Divine Demons due to his own heritage, earning the Master's courtesy. As the group navigated past swarms of World Eaters, Wang Ba shielded Tao Bingji from their hunger, and they soon approached the grand, shadowy palace housing the enigmatic Master of Quiet Cave. Introducing Wang Ba as True Man Taiyi, a cultivator who unified Zhang’s Ruins and seeks alliance against the Supreme True Buddha, Xuan Yuanzi faced sudden suspicion; the Master unleashed immense pressure, accusing betrayal and hurling him back. Wang Ba swiftly protected Xuan Yuanzi, manifesting his Yellow Dao Domain in defense, while Xuan Yuanzi pleaded for the alliance, highlighting Wang Ba's rapid rise from mortal to powerhouse in merely over six thousand years, leaving the palace in stunned silence and igniting murderous intent in Ji Hu's eyes.

Wang Ba's eyes narrowed just a touch, but he held back from any action.

Having reached his current level, Wang Ba had gained true clarity and sharp perception long ago, fully trusting his ability to read people accurately. Therefore, even with Xuan Yuanzi revealing bits of his history, Wang Ba kept his cool, completely unruffled.

Xuan Yuanzi appeared oblivious to this fact, continuing to speak deferentially to the presence inside the hall as he bowed and declared:

"Eliminating this individual could be possible, but how would that serve the Quiet Cave?"

"Instead, the follower of True Man Taiyi is an Innate Demon Reincarnation. He aided my escape in the past, and one of his ancestors shares my Innate Demon Reincarnation... Everything points to him not being among those Cloud Sky Realm experts who harbor prejudice against Innate Divine Demons."

"Within the ranks of human cultivators, imagine if a Mahayana Cultivator someday allied with us—wouldn't that outshine constantly battling foes on all sides?"

"Xuan Yuanzi's suggestion may carry some self-interest, yet it also reflects care for the Quiet Cave. I trust the Master will see the truth in this."

His tone rang with conviction, plunging both the hall and the surrounding void into quiet stillness.

Wang Ba displayed a flicker of astonishment, glancing at Xuan Yuanzi, caught off guard by his persuasive words.

Amid the hush, a heavy voice emerged gradually from the hall's depths, its feelings hard to gauge:

"In that case, allow him to remain in the Quiet Cave for several days, then escort him out..."

With that pronouncement,

"Hold on..."

Wang Ba started to interject, only for his pupils to shrink as he detected a shadowy form surging from the hall!

His pulse quickened at once, his body blurring in an attempt to dodge.

Still, an immense power hit him squarely in that instant, impossible to avoid or resist.

When he regained his bearings, Wang Ba realized he was tumbling through the boundless Chaos Origin Substance alongside Xuan Yuanzi and Tao Bingji, the hall now vanished from sight.

"Let me linger here for a few days, then drive me off... What kind of decision is that?"

Wang Ba examined his condition, finding no injuries. The previous blow felt devoid of harm, stirring a mix of bewilderment and doubt in him.

At these words, Xuan Yuanzi gave a faint head shake, his brows knitting as he replied:

"Truth be told, I'm not entirely clear on its intent either..."

"It's unfortunate I failed to sway him on your behalf."

"That said, from the circumstances, it's clear he holds no ill will toward you."

Wang Ba couldn't suppress a expression blending thanks and regret:

"Your willingness to risk yourself earlier is what I owe my gratitude for."

"This isn't solely for your sake."

Xuan Yuanzi answered candidly before shaking his head once more and adding:

"Never mind that—whatever the case, since they've permitted a short stay, why not settle in calmly... Follow me; I'll guide you through the Quiet Cave's Domain."

"Domain?"

Wang Ba blinked in mild shock, a hint of wonder in his voice:

"Do Innate Divine Demons require a Domain as well?"

Xuan Yuanzi offered only a subtle grin:

"Innate Divine Demons have no such need, but... come along, and you'll understand."

Saying so, he soared forward into the heart of the Chaos Origin Substance.

Curiosity piqued, Wang Ba hurried after Xuan Yuanzi without delay.

Soon enough, a shadowy Domain began to materialize amid the endless Chaos Origin Substance, roughly one-fourth the scale of the Cloud Sky Realm, encircled by World Eaters whose hungry stares fixed on it—yet an unseen barrier held them at bay.

Wang Ba probed the Domain's energy with care, his face lighting up with surprise as he turned to Xuan Yuanzi:

"Could this be a Great Realm?"

Xuan Yuanzi affirmed with a nod, his expression grave as he explained:

"Yes, and that's precisely the reason the Quiet Cave exists in this place."

"Countless Innate Demon Reincarnation Bodies lie concealed within."