The words “Free Immortal” deeply embedded themselves in the hearts of Tianqing and Tian Bai, who both aspired to reach this goal. It was only many years later that they realized how unattainable the Free Immortal truly was.
Although Tian Yao’er was curious about what had just happened, her current priority was to make a breakthrough.
She closed her eyes, adjusted her mindset, and re-entered a state of enlightenment.
The Heavenly Tribulation continued.
The Heavenly Demon Great Emperor, who had suppressed the seven Free Immortals, died silently without anyone noticing, as if he had never been to the Great Heavenly Spirit Land.
As Gu An watched Tian Yao’er undergo her Tribulation Crossing, he extended his Divine Thought throughout the world, continuing to expel demons and, incidentally, to save Mortal Spirits.
The roar of Demon God Xuanhuang constantly resounded, killing countless beings with his power every moment. More and more sects began rushing to where Demon God Xuanhuang was located.
Despite the terrifying aura of Demon God Xuanhuang, they had to confront him to protect the Great Heavenly Spirit Land; it was their home, and they had no choice.
Gu An noticed that the Free Immortals like the Yang Xian Emperor were not dead but had all gathered in one place, apparently discussing something.
…
In a valley, seven Free Immortals were meditating on the grass, their auras weak, some even engulfed in flames, looking utterly bedraggled.
The Saint Ancestor opened his eyes and looked at an elderly man in white robes standing with his back to them, and asked, “Who are you, sir, and why have you saved us? You likely do not belong to the Great Heavenly Spirit Land.”
He was the oldest among the seven Free Immortals and had never seen this white-robed elder before, which led him to this conclusion.
This white-robed elder was indeed the Reincarnator who had once visited the Third Medicine Valley and had faced the Jue Luo Sword Monarch.
Without turning around, the white-robed elder said leisurely, “The world is vast, and even Free Immortals cannot see everything clearly. I saved you because I have some connection with the Great Heavenly Spirit Land.”
“I have deduced countless times and see no hope—perhaps Heavenly Dao intends to cleanse the Mortal World, and the Silent Destruction Domain seeks to exploit the weakness. You had better leave early and seek other paths.”
At these words, the Free Immortals’ faces changed.
The Ancient Immortal Emperor spoke with a heavy tone, “Senior can save us from the hands of Demon God Xuanhuang; your Divine Skills are surely beyond our imagination. If the Great Heavenly Spirit Land is destroyed, where can we go? Although there are many realms, they are all guarded by Great Powers. Can you point out a path of survival for us?”
The other Free Immortals echoed his plea, as they were bound by the Qi Fortune of the Holy Court or the Immortal Dynasty. If the Great Heavenly Spirit Land were destroyed and Qi Fortune dissipated, their Cultivation Levels would severely drop, or worse, they would perish altogether.
This was also why despite the Holy Court’s strength, they could not uproot the Immortal Dynasty as it was blessed by the Heavenly Qi Fortune.
The white-robed elder, with his back still turned to them, shook his head and said, “You do not understand what you are facing. Whether the Sky Demon Clan or forces from Xuan You, they are not the main cause of the destruction of the Great Heavenly Spirit Land; they are merely opportunists.”
These words silenced the Free Immortals. Having lived for so many years, how could they not be aware of the existence of Heavenly Dao and the similar trials recounted in ancient legends?
When Heavenly Dao wanted to reset the world, it would bring various calamities.
After a long while.
The Yang Xian Emperor stared at the white-robed elder, breaking the silence, and asked, “Then, senior, what are you plotting?”
The white-robed elder turned around, looked at him, and said, “I am looking for someone.”
“Who?”
“I cannot tell you.”
The white-robed elder’s response made the Yang Xian Emperor furrow his brows. He thought of Sword Venerable Fudao, as there had been many powerful beings from Outer Heaven in recent years; were they all searching for some specific entity?
Roar—
The roar of Demon God Xuanhuang echoed from afar again, this time more strained, clearly attacked by someone.
A smile appeared on the face of the white-robed elder as he said, “Stop trying to challenge Demon God Xuanhuang; none of you are his match, and he is backed by an even more transcendent existence. Even if you somehow manage to eliminate him, it will only provoke an even more terrifying calamity, and then I can only flee.”
An even more terrifying existence?
Upon hearing this, all the Free Immortals turned pale.
If Demon God Xuanhuang alone was enough to drive them to despair, what kind of being could possibly be orchestrating behind him?
“Does senior recognize Sword Venerable Fudao?” One of the Free Immortals could not help but ask.
Sword Venerable Fudao’s name had long resonated across the world, but because he seldom acted recklessly, he was rarely mentioned. Yet, for higher-level cultivators, it was difficult to ignore his presence.
Upon hearing the name Sword Venerable Fudao, the white-robed elder’s expression subtly changed. He replied, “I do not know him, but I have once witnessed his elegance. He is also a being transcending the Nine Heavens of Immortal Path. It is best for you to mention him less to avoid getting involved in Great Cause and Effect. As for asking him to take action, that is even less advisable, as any adversary you face afterward would likely be almost as formidable as he is.”
The Free Immortals completely lost hope and looked up in bewilderment.
The heavy black clouds in the sky were oppressive, obscuring the sun and leaving no hope in sight.
…
Several ancient hours later, with the help of Gu An, Tian Yao’er successfully crossed her tribulation. In her overwhelming excitement, her clothes burst open, startling Gu An, who immediately used his mana to envelop her, preventing her true form from being exposed.
Gu An suddenly noticed that the corners of Tian Yao’er’s mouth were slightly raised and thought to himself, “Could it be that she did this on purpose?”
He was a true gentleman and would not look more than necessary.
Moreover, with his cultivation level, a single glance was unforgettable.
Tianqing and Tian Bai were also observing Gu An’s expression. Seeing that his face remained unchanged, the two women began to communicate through telepathy.
“Do you think master likes it?”
“He probably doesn’t like it; he didn’t even react.”
“The less reaction he shows, the more it means he is moved.”
“Really? Should we do the same when we break through next time?”
“Then our figures should be different, so master will feel refreshed.”
Upon hearing their telepathic exchange, Gu An sighed inwardly.
What kind of person do they take me for?
Gu An couldn’t understand them, including Jiang Qiong, who were always coveting his body.
Even his junior sister did the same, but he could understand her; after all, they were childhood sweethearts who had come this far together from the mortal world, their affection naturally developed.
Each harboring their thoughts, they waited for Tian Yao’er to stabilize her cultivation level.
It was also with Gu An’s help that Tian Yao’er managed to break through so quickly; normally, crossing tribulation taking several days wasn’t unusual.
They waited until dusk before Tian Yao’er finally stabilized her aura.
She stood up, wrapped in a loose white robe, and flung herself at Gu An who, upon being hugged by her, could feel her body.
“Alright, from now on you are also a Nirvana Realm powerhouse, try to keep some dignity,” Gu An said sternly.
Tian Yao’er looked up, giggling, “I won’t. I just want to be like this, even if it means hanging on to my master forever, I am willing.”
“Hanging on forever? Aren’t you tired?” Gu An shook his head with a smile. Experience more on My Virtual Library Empire
Tian Yao’er blinked and asked, “What about trying for a hundred years?”
A hundred years?
Gu An’s face twitched, and he immediately pushed her away.
Tianqing and Tian Bai came over and asked her how she felt now.
Tian Yao’er was very excited and began talking about the transformations of the Nirvana Realm. Tianqing and Tian Bai listened attentively, while Gu An, not in a hurry to get back, continued to eliminate demons.
During this half-day period, the lifespan he had harvested had almost reached a billion years; if he had to cultivate by conventional methods, it would take hundreds of years.
With Gu An operating covertly, the Sky Demon Great Sect was temporarily unable to overturn the world, and the slaughter methods of Demon God Xuanhuang, in order to preserve heaven and earth, were not too wild.
As night fell.
After sending Tian Yao’er and the two women back to the Outer World Cave, Gu An finally returned to the Third Medicine Valley.
Before going upstairs, he sensed Ji Xiaoyu’s presence.
Ji Xiaoyu’s cultivation level had already climbed to the Immortal Path Realm, and the power accumulated in the Primordial Daoist Talisman could burst forth at any moment.
He did not linger, but went straight upstairs and into the house, sat down at the desk, and picked up a book to read.
Having eradicated many Heavenly Demons and saved many Mortal Spirits today, he felt content and thus was in the mood to read.
Thirty minutes later, footsteps came from outside the door. Gu An waved his hand, and the door opened, with Ji Xiaoyu walking in.
She stood at the doorway, without moonlight shining on her, appearing like a shadow.
Gu An looked up at her and asked, “Are you ready?”
Ji Xiaoyu’s face was calm as she said, “The battle with the Sky Demon Emperor is a promise between him and me. I must defeat him to overcome the demons of defeat in my heart.”
“But you are bound by the rules of reincarnation; you couldn’t possibly be his match,” Gu An asked, feigning concern.
He began calculating Ji Xiaoyu’s fate.
Indeed, the future had changed again!