Starting From A Son In Law To Build An Long Lasting Family Chapter 2142: 576: Sealing Demon Land! (part 2)
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Even though he and Yun Wanshang had not fully awakened their dormant Qi and Blood Magical Power.
With the Tihun Beast now awake, he felt a bit more confident about leaving this Forbidden Mountain and was preparing to depart immediately.
After all, the absence of danger during this period did not guarantee continued safety; evacuating sooner rather than later was the prudent course.
"My lord."
Qian Zhuyan's Soul Fire flickered faintly as she observed Lu Changsheng and Yun Wanshang finally emerge from the tent.
Despite Lu Changsheng having erected a Barrier within the tent and even employing the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror to establish an initial layer of isolation.
Even without understanding human complexities, she recognized that a prolonged period of a single man and an unmarried woman sharing a tent must have led to certain developments.
Especially after spending considerable time with him, she had gained a clear understanding of her lord's disposition.
"Little Yan, Golden Peng, you have both exerted yourselves diligently these past few days."
Lu Changsheng addressed the Mechanical Puppet and the Golden Peng Bird before him.Subsequently, he raised his hand to put away the tent, making preparations to leave.
It was true that he had no precise knowledge of his current location.
However, observing the fearsome spectacle within the distant mountain range, Lu Changsheng believed that simply traveling in the opposite direction would ensure his well-being.
After speaking, a Divination Coin materialized in Lu Changsheng's hand, and he proceeded to perform a divination on his own fortune and misfortune.
"Hm!?"
Although the hexagrams appeared stable and serene, Lu Changsheng's brow furrowed upon noticing the slight tremor of the three copper coins as they settled, prompting him to begin calculating with his fingers.
By awakening his dormant Mana, he was now just barely capable of utilizing Divination for calculations.
However, the Heavenly Secrets of this world were profoundly intricate and veiled, as if swathed in chaos, rendering divination exceedingly difficult; even as a Fourth Rank Divination Master, he could only discern a vague outline.
After a considerable lapse of time, Lu Changsheng released a weary exhalation of Turbid Energy, understanding that the seemingly stable hexagrams from earlier were, in reality, highly volatile and precarious, necessitating extreme caution.
"Lu Changsheng, were you able to ascertain anything?"
This was not the first instance of Lu Changsheng employing Divination in Yun Wanshang's presence; while he professed to be divining merely for amusement, Yun Wanshang, as a cultivator at the Peak of Core Formation, could perceive that Lu Changsheng had already achieved a significant level of proficiency.
If nothing else, the three Divination Coins themselves were clearly items of Magical Treasure quality!
"The Heavenly Secrets here are obscure, making calculation challenging. Simply strive to exercise a greater degree of vigilance."
Lu Changsheng responded with a smile.
Following this, the two individuals, accompanied by a puppet, a monkey, and a peng, departed.
"Little friend?"
However, mere moments after Lu Changsheng had advanced over ten li, that aged and frail voice, which he had previously disregarded, suddenly resonated within the depths of his mind.
"Little friend, you possess a Supreme Treasure and have even acquired a Punishment Beast. Why do you hesitate to act and Seal the Demon?"
"These past few days, this old man has been diligently exerting himself to restrain matters on your behalf, preventing any anomalies from disrupting or interfering with your recovery. I have demonstrated sufficient sincerity."
"Furthermore, Sealing the Demon is a deed of immense merit. As such, little friend can also attain the blessings of Heaven and Earth's fortune."
Upon hearing the unexpected voice, Lu Changsheng's progression halted. His eyes narrowed slightly as he turned his gaze towards the depths of the distant mountain range, harboring a strong desire to ascertain the identity of the voice's owner.
This individual not only possessed knowledge of his carrying a Supreme Treasure but was also aware of Punishment Beasts and recognized the Tihun Beast.
It was important to note that he had never encountered the term Punishment Beast before.
Even Hong Lian was unaware of the existence of Punishment Beasts or the Tihun Beast.
Yet, this ancient voice could discern the origins of the Tihun Beast.
"Tihun."
Lu Changsheng queried the Tihun Beast, perched on his shoulder, whether any other sensations, besides that pull and call from the mountain's depths, were present.
"Sealing Demon..."
The Tihun Beast scratched its head and responded somewhat hazily, its gaze directed towards the mountain's interior, a hint of longing evident in its jet-black, luminous eyes.
Were it not for Lu Changsheng's absolute command, it would have long ago yielded to its instincts and ventured into the mountain's depths.
"Sealing Demon constitutes the mission of a Punishment Beast and offers significant benefits to it..."
The ancient voice continued to echo in Lu Changsheng's mind.
"What is it?"
Noticing Lu Changsheng's stillness and his fixed gaze towards the mountain's depths, Yun Wanshang inquired.
She too, like Lu Changsheng, felt a chilling sensation whenever she contemplated the terrifying scene unfolding within the mountain's depths.
"A voice is speaking to me." Lu Changsheng declared, his voice deep, aware that the source of this communication was far from ordinary. Despite having already used his soul to shield himself from external contact, the other party was still able to convey messages directly into his consciousness. "Senior, may I inquire who you are?" Lu Changsheng inclined his head towards the mountain's depths, his hands clasped in a gesture of respect. The entity had stated that the recent tranquility was due to its own strenuous efforts to suppress certain forces. If this were true, the individual's power would indeed be immeasurable. "This old man is the Array Spirit of the Sealing Demon Array..." The voice, aged and frail, resonated. "Array Spirit!?" Instantly, a tempest of shock coursed through Lu Changsheng's being. It is understood that all existence in the world possesses a spirit. When a Formation reaches a certain pinnacle, it can indeed manifest an Array Spirit. Lu Changsheng, a mere Third Rank Top Level Formation Master, was aware that a Fourth-tier Array was incapable of reaching such a stage. Even if an Array Spirit were to be born, it certainly wouldn't possess a voice like this. A Fifth Rank Great Formation!? Could there truly be a Fifth Rank Great Formation within the Land of Eternal Night? "My strength is shallow, and I fear I cannot render assistance to Senior." Lu Changsheng spoke with utmost caution. The voice had mentioned Sealing Demons and the role of an Array Spirit in suppressing the strange occurrences. However, who could be certain it wasn't the master of the black fog encountered earlier? Nevertheless, finding himself on the other's territory, he opted for a humble approach. "You possess Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasures; you only need to release their Heaven-Reaching Spirit Power, and you can sweep away the demonic creatures and weirdness....." "Moreover, the Punishment Beast is inherently capable of restraining all forms of Ghost Path arts; it can also assist in sealing demons, clearing out eerie things, and mending the seal." The aged and weak voice echoed within Lu Changsheng's mind, his background laid bare. "My strength is truly insufficient to offer any aid. Should my cultivation break through and advance in the future, I shall then assist Senior in Sealing Demons." Lu Changsheng continued his polite refusal. "Little friend, arriving in the Sealing Demon Land with Supreme Treasures and a Punishment Beast, this is a fated encounter within the unseen... "The Sealing Demon Land suppresses all Spiritual Mechanism; if little friend wishes to depart now, I fear it will prove difficult. Should the seal shatter and a demonic tide surge forth, little friend will also face extreme peril. By acting to seal the demons now, you can still earn great merit." The frail voice transmitted clearly into Lu Changsheng's consciousness. Upon hearing this, Lu Changsheng's expression darkened considerably. Despite awakening a fraction of his Mana, escaping the Land of Eternal Night remained an arduous task. During this period, if the demonic tide the other party spoke of were to manifest, he would likely be in grave danger. "These words are not intended to threaten little friend; it is merely that my current condition is poor, making it challenging to maintain the integrity of this place's seal..." Its voice persisted; though lacking strong emotional inflection, Lu Changsheng perceived a sense of sincerity. "Senior, you inquired about my elders earlier. Should there not be someone designated to perform the Sealing Demon ritual? Why is it my responsibility?" Lu Changsheng recalled the very first sentence the voice had uttered upon its appearance—it had asked about his elders. The voice seemed to pause before responding: "This old man has slumbered for eons and is unaware of the circumstances, or why no one has arrived as arranged to perform the Sealing Demon ritual..." "Thus, upon seeing little friend's arrival with Supreme Treasures, I presumed you were the one dispatched to seal the demons." The ancient voice explained. "In that case, could Senior elaborate on the situation of this place, and what steps are required for the Sealing Demon ritual?" Lu Changsheng directed his gaze toward the heart of the great mountain, posing his question aloud. Although the veracity of the voice's words was difficult to ascertain, with the Heavenly Secrets here being obscured. Yet, by gathering sufficient intelligence, he, as a Fourth Rank Divination Master, could still vaguely perceive and deduce certain aspects. "The Sealing Demon Land serves to seal a spatial passage..." The old voice resonated within Lu Changsheng's mind, detailing the circumstances of the location. This Great Formation—or rather, the entirety of the Land of Eternal Night—was in fact a Sealing Demon Array designed to contain a fearsome spatial passage. Beyond this spatial tunnel, demonic entities and strange beings were perpetually invading this realm.The task at Sealing Demon involved eliminating all demonic creatures and strange entities that had accumulated and been suppressed by the Great Formation, thereby purifying it.
Additionally, if the opportunity arose, he was to repair the damage inflicted upon the Sealing Demon Array.
Lu Changsheng furrowed his brow, finding the explanation far too simplistic. He wished to inquire further about the spatial passage, but the ancient voice, identifying itself as merely an Array Spirit, claimed limited knowledge. It suggested that the origin of this spatial passage might be linked to an ancient great war.
"Then, what is the situation with the Ghost Ship?"
Lu Changsheng recalled the spectral vessel that had transported him to this realm.
That colossal ship was exceptionally formidable.
When the inky black fog enveloped the area, he found himself unable to breach it easily.
Even the Sea Splitting Mysterious Dragon Whale, a formidable Fourth Rank Transformed Demon King, could only penetrate the obscuring black fog with the unleashed Divine Power of the Sun and Moon Taiji Mysterious Light Mirror.
"The Ghost Ship? This old man knows nothing of it..."
The ancient voice paused in thought, genuinely having no information regarding any Ghost Ship.
"Please, grant me a moment, Senior."
Lu Changsheng took a deep, slow breath, sensing that this Array Spirit possessed numerous peculiarities.
It could perceive his Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasures and identify the Soul-calling Beast as a Punishment Beast, yet its knowledge of other matters was remarkably sparse.
"Buzz, buzz, buzz!!!"
Lu Changsheng stilled his breath and concentrated. Three Divination Coins materialized in his grasp. He then expelled a mouthful of Essence Blood, employing the art of Divination to meticulously deduce and analyze the veracity of the voice's statements.
He needed to ascertain whether to assist with Sealing Demon or to disregard it and hasten his departure from this location.