Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2127 1533: Shackles (Part 2)

"This treasure should rightfully be yours, Fellow Daoist."

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist." Noticing his comrade's solemn demeanor, Li Zhirui abandoned his jesting and reached for the Spirit Flower. However, a streak of Spirit Light suddenly shot from the side, compelling Li Zhirui to deploy a Defensive Divine Ability.

"This Ten Thousand Lights Radiant Spirit Flower is not a Spiritual Object you can greedily covet. Turn around and depart now, and your lives shall be spared." Accompanying this chilling declaration, an Earth Immortal cultivator materialized before the pair.

His gaze was fixated on the Spirit Flower with intense desire, completely disregarding Li Zhirui and Fu Chengguang.

Understandably so, for from an external viewpoint, they appeared to be merely two somewhat formidable Human Immortal cultivators. Who could possibly surmise that their actual cultivation realms had already transcended the limitations of the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm?

Given his esteemed status as an Earth Immortal, he naturally paid little heed to two Human Immortals, perceiving no threat from them.

"Hmm?"

When he finally broke from his trance and realized the two had not departed, his expression soured. He regarded them with blatant disdain and disgust, as if they were contaminants. "Why have you not left yet?" he inquired icily.

"Begone!"

With a dismissive wave of his hand, he conjured a ferocious gale, intending to sweep them aside.

Yet, amidst the swirling dust and debris, Li Zhirui and Fu Chengguang remained steadfast, completely unfazed and unharmed.

"How intriguing! No wonder you were reluctant to leave; it appears you believe yourselves capable of challenging me?"

Li Zhirui remained unperturbed by the Earth Immortal's arrogance. Instead, he seized the moment to inquire about something that had piqued his curiosity: "May I ask, what properties does this Ten Thousand Lights Radiant Spirit Flower possess? Why is it absent from so many ancient texts?"

"Hmph! What need is there to know so much!"

With that, he impatiently launched an assault, unleashing two icicles aimed directly at their vital points.

"Alas! Such a futile exertion."

Fu Chengguang shook his head and sighed, yet his hands moved with undiminished speed.

A flash of Thunder Light erupted, and upon impacting the oncoming icicles, a sharp crack echoed as they disintegrated into fragments that scattered to the winds.

"Hmm?!"

The Earth Immortal's head snapped up, his shock and astonishment evident. Though he hadn't unleashed his full might, his attack should have been insurmountable for mere Human Immortal cultivators.

Not only had they withstood it, but they had utterly shattered it while appearing entirely nonchalant.

"You are not Human Immortal cultivators!"

Fu Chengguang offered no reply, continuing his barrage of Divine Powers. His offensive, however, lacked true ruthlessness, clearly aiming to incapacitate rather than kill.

"Scoundrel! You court death!"

The Earth Immortal distinctly perceived this intent, erupting in fury like a volatile volcano, unleashing his full, overwhelming power upon them.

He cast his gaze skyward, commanding a dense formation of weapons forged from Profound Ice to descend upon his adversaries.

His intention to end their lives was unmistakable.

Unfortunately for him, his underestimation of Fu Chengguang's cultivation and might proved disastrous. Without even grandiosity, a vortex of Thunder appeared overhead, and the moment the Profound Ice weaponry entered its embrace, it was obliterated by the furious thunder, rendered utterly harmless.

Meanwhile, Li Zhirui materialized beside the Ten Thousand Lights Radiant Spirit Flower in an instant, swiftly securing it. His movements were so rapide that the Earth Immortal was left utterly unable to react.

By the time the loss of the Spirit Flower registered, Li Zhirui had already vanished.

However, instead of incandescent rage over the pilfered treasure, a chilling terror gripped him at the realization that he hadn't even sensed an additional presence nearby!

He shuddered to contemplate the dire fate that would have befallen him had they chosen to attack instead.

Following this sequence of events, the Earth Immortal understood these two were not to be trifled with; persistence would only lead to his own ruin!

The thought of abandoning the conflict and fleeing even crossed his mind.

But indecision held him back, as a disgraced retreat would be an unbearable blow to his pride. He lingered, perhaps hoping they were merely posturing?

Yet, this fleeting hope quickly dissolved, replaced by profound regret!

To his utter astonishment, he discovered he was no match for Fu Chengguang. Furthermore, it wasn't the result of some explosive Secret Technique; rather, Fu Chengguang had not even exerted himself seriously!

"Blast it all!"

Logically, he should have retreated at this juncture— while it would wound his pride, it would at least avert dire consequences.

But as he attempted to disengage, Fu Chengguang disallowed it!

To engage when one pleased and retreat at will? Was that not the ultimate underestimation of his capabilities!

As the Earth Immortal made his bid for escape, he realized it was far too late; he was already ensnared in a desperate struggle, utterly incapable of freeing himself.

"Rest assured, as long as you cooperate, your life will be spared." Li Zhirui approached the captured Earth Immortal, securing him with a Starlight Vine, and offered a placating smile.

This reassurance, however, only intensified his frantic attempts to break free.

His efforts were futile. Not only was his body bound, but his Dantian and Sea of Consciousness were sealed, rendering him as vulnerable as an ordinary mortal.

"Might I now ask you the question I posed earlier?" Li Zhirui inquired, his smile unwavering, disregarding the Earth Immortal's thrashing.

At this moment, the Earth Immortal was lost in profound disbelief.

How could he, a dignified Earth Immortal, be so easily overcome by two Human Immortal cultivators and subsequently become their captive!

"Ah!"

Suddenly, the Starlight Vine erupted with countless needle-sharp thorns, piercing his flesh painfully and yanking his consciousness back, eliciting a cry of agony.

"I implore your cooperation, esteemed sir. We hold no intention of taking your life."

Li Zhirui reiterated his inquiry regarding the function of the Ten Thousand Lights Radiant Spirit Flower.

"It is a rare and esoteric Spiritual Object, not typically documented in common texts. However, its properties are exceedingly valuable to Alchemists! It serves as a binding agent for the essence of most Spiritual Objects, mitigating any clashing properties."

There was no need for them to question his sincerity; in his current predicament, he had but one option: unqualified honesty!

Unless, of course, he had no desire to regain his liberty.

"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist." Fu Chengguang conveyed his delight at Li Zhirui's acquisition of such a beneficial Spiritual Object.

"This is thanks to you, Fellow Daoist. Without your assistance, I might have overlooked this invaluable Spirit Flower for Alchemists."

Following this, they paid no further heed to the Earth Immortal. Instead, they located his Storage Magical Treasure and compelled him to reveal its contents.

Fury and utter humiliation washed over him!

These were the overwhelming emotions he experienced at that instant.

He yearned to bellow, to challenge them to a decisive confrontation, a battle to the absolute win or lose!

Even if his spirit were to shatter and he met his demise in defeat, it would be preferable to enduring this profound degradation.

Crash—

A vast collection of Spiritual Objects cascaded from the Storage Magical Treasure. Their grades varied, but their quantity and variety were immense, encompassing all manner of valuable items.

Yet, what Li Zhirui and Fu Chengguang prized above all else were the Jade Slips!

This Earth Immortal truly lived up to his status, having amassed numerous manuscripts and cultivation Methods. Many were of high grade, offering significant insights into the Ten Thousand Rivers Realm's intricate civilization and its unique cultivation systems.

The task of organizing and storing these Spiritual Objects alone consumed an entire hour. The Earth Immortal could only watch in impotent silence, seemingly forgotten, with burning indignation and rage in his heart, his gaze fixed venomously upon the pair.