Seeking Immortality in a Bizarre World-Chapter 490 - 485 A Family with Two Mahayana, The Trouble with Spiritual Treasure_1

Chapter 490: Chapter 485 A Family with Two Mahayana, The Trouble with Spiritual Treasure_1

The Xuantiandao Sect’s approach was swift and fierce, yet their departure was hasty.

The anticipated sect war did not take place.

The gloom hovering over the heads of the Lingbao Sect Cultivators did not disperse.

If the sect war did not erupt this time, what about next time?

The Xuantiandao Sect is best known for their Divine Skills and Daoist techniques, boasting a Dao Treasury of 3,000 techniques and endless methods.

In recent years, the Xuantiandao Sect gradually grew stronger, and a new Mahayana Stage Cultivator joined their ranks three hundred years ago.

With two Mahayana Stage Cultivators, their influence was unrivaled.

With its strength, the Xuantiandao Sect’s ambitions grew.

The Lingbao Sect has a long heritage and profound foundations, and the method to refine Sky-reaching Spirit Treasures is tantalizing.

In the Mysterious Realm, not many sects master the technique to refine Sky-reaching Spirit Treasures, and most focus on the method for refining All-Heaven Profound Treasures.

Unlike ancient times, many of the materials required to refine Ancient Treasures have disappeared, and even with the desire to refine such treasures, one often lacks the strength.

In the Mysterious Realm, only five sects master the technique to refine Sky-reaching Spirit Treasures, none of which are complete systems able to compare with the Lingbao Sect.

Not to mention that the Lingbao Sect has accumulated a vast number of Spiritual Treasures and Sky-reaching Spirit Treasures. If the Xuantiandao Sect could swallow the Lingbao Sect, it would significantly enhance their own foundations and strength.

The Xuantiandao Sect coveted several assets: two Mahayana Stage Cultivators, vast Secret Realms of Divine Skills and Daoist techniques, the Lingbao Sect’s Sky-reaching Spirit Treasures, and their Mysterious Heavenly Spiritual Treasure. Acquiring these would lay a foundation for the Xuantiandao Sect lasting for thousands of generations and make them the uncontested ruler of the Mysterious Realm.

For the Xuantiandao Sect to swallow the Lingbao Sect is not an easy feat.

Grand Ancestor Tai Yuan of the Lingbao Sect was still present. With his protection and that of the Mysterious Heavenly Spiritual Treasure, they were capable of contending with the two Mahayana Stage Cultivators of the Xuantiandao Sect.

The Xuantiandao Sect does not have the advantage in top-tier fighting power and is not certain they can take down the Lingbao Sect.

If war broke out, the Xuantiandao Sect would suffer heavy losses that could lead to their decline and even pose a risk of destruction to the sect.

Until Grand Ancestor Tai Yuan left the Mysterious Realm, the Xuantiandao Sect dared not act recklessly.

This time, by employing the Great Divine Power Law, Heaven and Earth to intimidate, they also sought to test and confirm if Grand Ancestor Tai Yuan was still present.

With the Mahayana Stage Cultivator still in the Lingbao Sect, it was only natural for the Xuantiandao Sect to retreat.

「Within the Main Vein of the Lingbao Sect, inside the Hall of Lingbao.」

The masters of the Five Peaks and the Nascent Soul Stage Elders gathered together.

The only Void Refining Stage Cultivator present was Ancestor Ji Kong.

The wolfish ambitions of the Xuantiandao Sect were laid bare, casting a heavy pall over the High-level Elders of the Lingbao Sect.

They looked to Grand Ancestor Tai Yuan, who could ensure the Lingbao Sect’s safety as long as he wielded the Mysterious Heavenly Spiritual Treasure, making the sect impregnable. Once he ascends to the Immortal Realm, then...

"The Xuantiandao Sect has coveted the Lingbao Sect for a long time, and we must not let them get what they wish," said the Grand Elder of the Lingbao Sect with a grim face, barely masking his burning anger.

As one of the oldest sects in the Mysterious Realm, the Lingbao Sect had faced countless trials and tribulations, revived from several declines, and firmly held onto its position as a leading sect.

They would not tolerate any loss to the Lingbao Sect, nor did they wish to become sinners of the sect.

Otherwise, beneath the Nine Springs, they would have no face to meet the ancestors.

"As long as I remain in the Mysterious Realm for one more day, they will not dare to make a move," Grand Ancestor Tai Yuan swept his gaze across the room. What caused him to sigh was the lack of hope for a resolution. He did not know how long he could delay his Ascension by using secret techniques...

"We are powerless, never advancing to the Mahayana Realm. If it weren’t for this, the Xuantiandao Sect wouldn’t dare bully us," said one of the Nascent Soul Stage Elders of the Lingbao Sect, their face full of shame and a deep sense of helplessness.

Were it not for the burdens imposed by the Lingbao Sect, Uncle Taiyuan would have ascended to the Immortal Realm rather than being stranded in the Mysterious Realm.

Grand Ancestor Tai Yuan tried every possible means to delay, but he likely could not hold on for much longer.

A promising figure like Ma Tianbao had emerged within the Lingbao Sect, possessing the same special body as the Sect Founder, marking an era of resurgence for the Lingbao Sect. But... can they last until that day? Will the tiger-like enemies lurking outside the Lingbao Sect grant them that opportunity?

The current tranquility was but the calm before the storm. How long can this peace last?

Grand Ancestor Tai Yuan let out a long sigh, calculating the timing of his Ascension.

The Xuantiandao Sect was like a venomous snake. Should he strike first at the Xuantiandao Sect’s Mahayana Stage Cultivators before his Ascension?

With the Mysterious Heavenly Spiritual Treasure in hand, facing two alone, he could at most severely injure the two Mahayana Stage Cultivators, but he could not guarantee slaying both.

Leaving a tiger alive would only bring about future troubles.

After this incident, the Lingbao Sect and the Xuantiandao Sect would engage in a full-scale war, with the sect being dragged into a vortex of conflict. Once he ascends to the Immortal Realm, worry-free, can the disciples of the Lingbao Sect withstand the two Mahayana Stage Cultivators from the Xuantiandao Sect? If he does not intervene, upon his Ascension to the Immortal Realm, the Lingbao Sect would be left without one of its strongest combatants, making it even more difficult to cope with the Xuantiandao Sect. Any action or decision could significantly affect the rise or fall of the sect.

"I hope someone from the Lingbao Sect can rise to the Mahayana Realm..."

"I am going into seclusion to secure the future of the Lingbao Sect," said the Second Elder, his hair white, standing up with a resolute expression of turning despair into hope before leaving his seat.

Several more Elders announced their retreat into seclusion, each hoping to help the Lingbao Sect produce another Mahayana Stage Cultivator.

If the Lingbao Sect could produce a new Mahayana Stage Cultivator to take over the sect and the Mysterious Heavenly Spiritual Treasure from Grand Ancestor Tai Yuan, it would be a great boon. Furthermore, if Ma Tianbao and the younger generation rose to power, this combination could bring ten thousand years of prosperity for the Lingbao Sect.

As the Elders dispersed, only Grand Ancestor Tai Yuan and Ancestor Ji Kong remained.

"With the Xuantiandao Sect growing strong, the Lingbao Sect should not meet them head-on, lest the situation worsens," he cautioned.

"You and your disciples must be careful and not leave the sect without good reason."

Indeed, the Xuantiandao Sect had their hearts set on the Law of Heaven and Earth; otherwise, they would not have gone to such lengths.

They feared a deadly confrontation with the Lingbao Sect and did not dare to escalate fully.

Although they had retreated this time, the Lingbao Sect had already made an enemy of the Xuantiandao Sect.

It was one thing for the ordinary disciples, but the Ji Kong Lineage, which mastered the Great Divine Power Law, Heaven and Earth, could not guarantee they wouldn’t fall victim to an ambush by the Xuantiandao Sect.

"I will inform the disciples to reduce their outings," Ancestor Ji Kong said, clearly worried.

After leaving the Hall of Lingbao, he immediately returned to his Cave to notify his disciples.

Soon, eight disciples gathered.

In addition to the five senior brothers Jia Ren knew well, two new Lingbao Sect disciples in the Late Nascent Soul Stage joined them.

One was named Kong Tongqiu, and the other Li Yuanren.

Both possessed outstanding talent and came from extraordinary backgrounds.

They had come to offer their allegiance upon learning that Ancestor Ji Kong had acquired the Great Divine Power Law, Heaven and Earth.

However, they no longer felt the initial joy of apprenticeship and regretted joining too hastily, now finding themselves in peril.

"Greetings, Master. Greetings, senior brothers," they said.

"Greetings, Master. Greetings, junior brother," others replied.

The few exchanged greetings, a minimal acknowledgment of each other.

Even though Ancestor Ji Kong hadn’t spoken, everyone understood his intentions.

"Given the Xuantiandao Sect’s covetousness of the Great Divine Power Law, Heaven and Earth, we can’t rule out the possibility of them resorting to despicable schemes. Everyone must tread carefully and remember not to leave the sect," Ancestor Ji Kong warned.

Kong Tongqiu and Li Yuanren’s faces darkened slightly. They were new to the sect and had not yet learned the Law of Heaven and Earth, so they felt particularly struck by misfortune this time.

"From today on, I will enter seclusion and strive for a breakthrough to the Body Integration Realm," Ancestor Ji Kong announced.

"Do not disturb me unless it’s urgent."

Ancestor Ji Kong had been with the Lingbao Sect for over 1,800 years. As a top-ranking sect that had long been dominant, it was unheard of for it to be so oppressed.

Ultimately, the problem lay in the Lingbao Sect’s lack of successors and their insufficiency of top-level powerhouses.

Once he achieved a breakthrough to the Body Integration Realm and had two Sky-reaching Spirit Treasures, he would be no weakling among Nascent Soul period Cultivators.

In case of war with the Xuantiandao Sect, he would have the strength to sway the battle.

Jia Ren sighed, seeing the situation clearly.

Even without the Great Divine Power Law, Heaven and Earth, the Xuantiandao Sect would find a reason to come knocking, eager to confirm whether Grand Ancestor Taiyuan was still alive.

Without a top exponent, the Lingbao Sect could ill afford to stand against the Xuantiandao Sect.

Moreover, it wasn’t just the Xuantiandao Sect that coveted the Lingbao Sect; the Shimo Sect was also among them.

Otherwise, why would the Shimo Sect rashly wage war?

Who knows how many other sects were watching eagerly in the shadows?

An innocent may be guiltless, but possession of a jade makes him guilty. Without sufficient strength, disasters are bound to come.

「After Jia Ren left Ancestor Ji Kong’s residence, several senior brothers sought him out, pleading with him to help refine Spiritual Treasures.」

The pressure from the Xuantiandao Sect was like a fishbone stuck in their throats. They were desperate to improve their own Cultivation Levels, and consuming Spiritual Treasures was the fastest way to do so.

Besides the new disciples, everyone in the Ji Kong Lineage had obtained a batch of resources from the Jiao Dragon Secret Realm.

As the Ji Kong Lineage was not well-regarded within the Lingbao Sect, there weren’t many Spirit-level Refiners available to them; those that existed often colluded to deny them services.

If they wanted to refine Spiritual Treasures, they had no choice but to turn to Jia Ren.

"Senior brothers, I still have my own treasures for Refining Treasures and cultivation to attend to. Besides, I have tasks assigned by the Refining Palace," Jia Ren replied. "I can only help each of you refine one."

They had obtained a significant number of Spiritual Materials from the Jiao Dragon Secret Realm, enough for each of them to refine three Spiritual Treasures.

Refining all the materials provided by his five senior brothers would take at least one or two hundred years.

He could help Zhuo Chengdao more, but for the other senior brothers, he could only refine one item each; he couldn’t take on all their requests.

The gathered senior brothers weren’t surprised.

It was apparent that Jia Ren refining Spiritual Treasures by himself would take considerable time.

Who knew how long they would have to wait for their turn?

"Please, junior brother, help refine one first," they requested.

Each left behind their finest Spiritual Materials for Jia Ren’s expert crafting.

Jia Ren had proven his Artifact Refining Level; every creation was a high-quality Spiritual Treasure.

Apart from him, it was impossible to find a better Artifact Refiner. Therefore, they prioritized their highest-quality Spiritual Materials to be crafted into the finest Spiritual Treasures.

Among the Spiritual Materials provided by the senior brothers were some Supreme-grade Spiritual Materials, which delighted Jia Ren.

The fees for refining Spiritual Treasures should be equivalent to the value of the Spiritual Materials used. For instance, if one wished to use three Supreme-grade Spiritual Materials for Refining Treasures, the fee should also consist of Supreme-grade Spiritual Materials.

One could not simply offer some ordinary Spiritual Materials to appease an Artifact Refiner.

Only Zhuo Chengdao was earnest, saying with a laugh, "Junior brother, you have many responsibilities. I won’t trouble you further."

Zhuo Chengdao had the best relationship with Jia Ren and didn’t wish to burden him further.

Jia Ren sent the other senior brothers away and sought out Zhuo Chengdao alone.

"What nonsense are you talking about? Other senior brothers’ Spiritual Treasures might not get refined, but yours must be! No matter how many, I’ll take all your orders," Jia Ren insisted.

"The more treasures I refine, the more fees I collect."

Besides Jia Ren, Zhuo Chengdao had no other Artifact Refiners to turn to.

The Heavenly Fire God Cover had been satisfactory, and he wanted Jia Ren to refine a premium offensive Spiritual Treasure for him.

Having accepted the Refining Treasures tasks from his senior brothers, Jia Ren found his own stock of Spiritual Materials extraordinarily abundant.

This time, I might obtain the Spiritual Materials needed to refine the Final Law Treasure Mirror, Jia Ren contemplated. I should also prepare a contingency for myself, in readiness for the sect war that could break out at any moment...