Longevity through Upgrading Buildings Chapter 817 - 339: Ji Yuan Arrives at the Extreme Abyss

For several years, the Cangluo Continent had not heard mention of "Old Demon Qiu", yet his shadow never truly faded from people's minds.

In fact, the events of the past two to three years had only amplified the renown of "Old Demon Qiu".

Initially, there was the monumental clash that occurred nearly three years ago, at the former grounds of the Water Dragon Sect.

Whispers claimed that Young Master Jiang, harboring a long-standing animosity towards Old Demon Qiu, personally led an assault. However, not only did Old Demon Qiu manage to escape, he also annihilated a cultivator at the Core Formation Stage on the spot.

Old Demon Qiu made his escape, and Young Master Jiang pursued.

What transpired subsequently is known to few.

For the span of two years, it was widely proclaimed that Qiu Qianhai and this very Young Master Jiang engaged in a brutal, three-day-and-night battle across the Endless Sea to the east. Ultimately, it was claimed, Young Master Jiang’s supreme cultivation and formidable techniques were what allowed him to vanquish the demon.

For a time, numerous cultivators in Shang Dong rejoiced, tears of excitement flowing freely.

They conveniently overlooked that Young Master Jiang himself was, in fact, also a demon.

An even greater demon, at that.

Naturally, hushed conversations within select circles at the time suggested a different outcome: that Jiang Hong was no match for Qiu Qianhai and had been brutally beaten, nearly to death.

It was his mother, they said, who had to intervene to save him.

The immense tsunami generated by the Nascent Soul stage cultivator's intervention was witnessed by many. Thus, this particular rumor held a degree of detail and widespread traction.

Some even hypothesized that the Blood Luo King, Cangluo’s foremost cultivator, personally stepped in.

These two pieces of news alone sent ripples of excitement throughout Shang Dong.

After all, the sentiment of "the common people relish the downfall of the rich, the stumbling of the powerful, and the flight of the favored" extends even to cultivators. Those who walk the path of Loose Cultivation take particular delight in witnessing the struggles of those holding higher positions.

The suffering of someone like Jiang Hong, the Young Master of Blood Luo Mountain, brought them more joy than any personal gain.

Two years elapsed, and such whispers had largely faded into obscurity.

Yet, unexpectedly, mere months ago, a piece of news even more astonishing emerged and began to circulate.

That news was: Jiang Hong had lost his manhood!

It was said to be destroyed by Old Demon Qiu.

Could this legendary "Holy Son Jiang" now be known as "Saintess Jiang"?

Upon its release, this news garnered even more intense interest than the rumored intervention of a Nascent Soul cultivator. Aided by Communication Talismans, it rapidly disseminated across Shang Dong like wildfire.

Blood Luo Mountain’s response was immediate and decisive. They first purged certain elements within their own ranks, then issued a declaration to all corners of the land, vehemently denying any such occurrence!

Qiu Qianhai had indeed sustained injuries on that day, but he had long since recuperated.

Furthermore, they proclaimed that any individual daring to tarnish the image of Blood Luo Mountain would be considered to have declared war upon them.

In such a scenario, it would be a case of "one person’s recklessness bringing ruin upon an entire sect."

Following this official pronouncement, it was true that no one dared to speak of the matter publicly. However, it circulated with even greater fervor in private conversations.

What did this signify?

It signified that Blood Luo Mountain was in a state of panic!

It signified that this matter was undeniably true!

If it were not true, why would Blood Luo Mountain react with such desperation?

After this event, Old Demon Qiu’s reputation across Shang Dong soared even higher. Anyone mentioning his name could not help but give him an enthusiastic thumbs-up.

The only regret was that such a "hero" who dared to defy Blood Luo Mountain met an early demise...

...

"This situation appears rather complicated."

The voice of his master echoed in Qiu Qianhai’s mind.

He subtly inclined his head, gazing at the figure hovering in mid-air, and responded with a thought: "I have only just arrived at Cangluo. Previously, on the Jiyuan Continent, I was also operating under Lao Ji’s name. There shouldn't be any trouble."

"It's likely just a misunderstanding."

Having spoken, Qiu Qianhai’s form transformed into a streak of blood-red light, ascending directly towards the figure in the sky.

"Knowing it's a misunderstanding, you still intend to act!"

Nightmare True Monarch bellowed in anger.

He now regretted fostering such a reckless temperament in Qiu Qianhai.

Unconcerned with consequences in any affair!

But with matters having progressed to this point, there was little to be done. As long as his physical constitution remained robust, nothing else truly mattered.

Above the Teleportation Array, two beams of blood-red light clashed multiple times in the air. Then, one beam of blood-red light disintegrated into countless fragments of shimmering crimson.

Bits of flesh and shards of bone rained down upon the Teleportation Array.

Qiu Qianhai, suspended in the sky, replied with an unreadable expression.

"If someone dares to insult me, Qiu Qianhai, and I don't end his life, my heart will never find peace!"

After uttering these words, he cast a disdainful look at the three remaining Fake Pill Cultivators.

A mere glance from him was enough to make these three tremble, nearly bringing them to their knees as they prepared to beg for mercy.

Qiu Qianhai let out a scornful sneer, then transformed into a streak of light, heading directly towards the north.

However, the moment he departed the island, he perceived approaching Escape Lights from the south, north, and west.

In that fleeting instant, more than a dozen Core Formation Cultivators had arrived.

"Damn it all, what exactly did that old geezer relay!"

"Can I not even use the name Qiu Qianhai? Must I change it to Ji Yuan?"

Qiu Qianhai cursed inwardly.

Nightmare True Monarch continued their telepathic communication: "Three are surrounding, one is missing. Heading east will only lead you to the Fallen Immortal Gully, where infinite calamity awaits. It's a place from which even I couldn't find an escape route if I entered."

"To the west, there are only three Core Formation Cultivators. Kill one, and I shall borrow your body to escape first and sort things out later."

"This whole situation... is highly peculiar. Until we unravel its mystery, do not reveal your true appearance or name to anyone."

Qiu Qianhai acknowledged the strangeness of the circumstances and, faced with this predicament, had no alternative but to consent.

Nevertheless, the notion of his master desiring to possess him caused a degree of unease.