Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant Chapter 2431 - 212: Astounding Grace (Part 3)
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In the moment that finger streaked through the heavens earlier, he subtly detected a recognizable aura lurking within the outer void, alongside another entity that felt somewhat strange but evidently far more potent. He had already roughly discerned the identities of these two individuals.
Refusing to take chances, he swiftly reassured a number of Cultivators from Zhang’s Ruins, then tore through the firmament and descended into the emptiness beyond Zhang’s Ruins, offering bows toward two points in the void.
"Taiyi of Zhang’s Ruins, greetings to the two of you."
The emptiness quivered faintly before two forms slowly manifested.
One appeared as an aged man, his features warm and affable, yet his blade-sharp white brows infused a degree of keenness into his softness.
The other presence was immense and endless, stepping forth from the void and casting an oppressive force in every direction. His countenance was striking, but his demeanor lacked warmth, appearing rather brooding, with eyes that glinted with traces of murderous intent and wariness as they passed over the distant old Cultivator.
Wang Ba felt a shock inwardly, yet he presented a smile on the outside:
"Greetings, Master of Quiet Cave, True Man Gai."
True Man Gai acted as if he hadn't noticed the hostility aimed at him from the Master of Quiet Cave, choosing instead to offer a gentle smile and a nod to Wang Ba:
"Little Friend Taiyi, today you opened my eyes. I never thought you could easily overpower three Great Bodhisattvas as one against three, and it may not be long before you achieve Mahayana."
Wang Ba shook his head with a helpless look:
"True Man Gai flatters me. Taiyi merely relied on advantageous terrain to barely entangle with those demon monks. If the Supreme True Buddha dispatched men like last time attacking Cloud Sky Realm, I’m afraid I’d be helpless as well. Moreover, earlier, that strike from Tianshang Buddha Lord was entirely thanks to you two for intercepting."
Hearing this, True Man Gai shook his head, speaking earnestly:
"Don’t say that, even I have no confidence facing Tianshang Buddha Lord. On the day fighting against one of his Incarnations, if I hadn’t retreated quickly, I might have fallen into his hands. So, Little Friend Taiyi need not be humble."
With these words, he abruptly recalled something and grinned:
"By the way, last time when you visited the Cloud Sky Realm, I was not within the realm at the time, and did not have the chance to properly entertain you. Now that Little Friend has repelled the Supreme True Buddha, whenever you’re free, do come to the Cloud Sky Realm as a guest, and I will surely treat you well."
At these words, Wang Ba perceived True Man Gai’s genuine amity and respect toward him, his face steady while his mind stirred a bit, pondering the six Mahayana required to surpass Immortal Pass.
His grin widened thereafter:
"Since True Man Gai invites, Taiyi dares not decline. Once Zhang’s Ruins stabilizes, I’ll pay a visit, and then I’ll have to impose on the Cloud Sky Realm and True Man."
True Man Gai burst into a hearty and joyful laugh right away:
"Hahahaha! If you come, that would be the best..."
As he continued, the Master of Quiet Cave next to him let out a cold huff, clearly displeased.
True Man Gai caught the sound, his speech halting briefly, but he soon composed himself, beaming naturally at Wang Ba:
"I was originally worried this place might suffer from the Supreme True Buddha, thus I came specially to check. Now with Little Friend here, there’s no need to worry about Zhang’s Ruins’ safety. Since this is the case, everything here is waiting to be restored, I won’t disturb further, I’ll be waiting for Little Friend’s arrival in Cloud Sky Realm."
Having spoken thus, he gave a slight bow to Wang Ba, then pivoted to regard the Master of Quiet Cave, his grin steady, and proclaimed loudly:
"Taoist Friend, until we meet again."
The Master of Quiet Cave huffed coldly once more, his eyes narrowing a touch, but he offered no reply.
True Man Gai paid it no mind, smiling as he departed, morphing into a streak of light that vanished from view in an instant.
Wang Ba shifted his eyes away, then turned to the Master of Quiet Cave, his expression bearing an earnest smile as he bowed respectfully:
"Thank you, Master of Quiet Cave, for coming. If it weren’t for your presence, earlier with Tianshang Buddha Lord, it might not have ended well."
These words prompted the Master of Quiet Cave to recall the prior events instinctively.
He had viewed the foe as fierce, yet the conclusion felt somewhat abrupt. Still, given that the adversary likely hesitated due to both him and True Man Gai being there, opting for a cautious withdrawal, it made sense.
Then he gave a slight shake of his head:
"Even without me, True Man Gai from Cloud Sky Realm could resolved this matter."
Wang Ba declared solemnly:
"True Man Gai is True Man Gai, Master of Quiet Cave is Master of Quiet Cave, how could they be mixed together? Moreover, True Man Gai came for Zhang’s Ruins, Master of Quiet Cave came for me, to Taiyi, how could the two be compared?"
At this, the Master of Quiet Cave paused briefly, then a subtle, pleased smile flickered across his attractive features.
He nodded, casting a look at the ruined Zhang’s Ruins below and the numerous wounded Cultivators, his tone a bit rigid as he strove for a softer demeanor, saying:
"If the Supreme True Buddha returns, promptly send word to Xuan Yuanzi, and I’ll come immediately... However, don’t forget your promise from before."
Wang Ba hesitated, then understood, a trace of astonishment rising in his chest.
He recognized that the other had identified him and was prepared to form an alliance, so he nodded with gravity:
"Master of Quiet Cave, please rest assured, I’ll dispatch Alchemists and Hundred Arts Cultivators to assist, quickly facilitating the Cultivation of Innate Demon Reincarnation Bodies in Quiet Cave. Besides, after settling here, I will regularly go to teach them."
Upon hearing this, the Master of Quiet Cave felt content at once and wasted no time:
"Alright, I’m leaving."
His statement was brief and direct, free of any unnecessary words, as he vanished into the void within moments.
Wang Ba remained suspended in the emptiness, observing the Master of Quiet Cave’s form dissolve into the void, his eyes reflecting a glimmer of thoughtfulness, before he wheeled around to descend back into Zhang’s Ruins...