Chapter 578 - 21: South Sea Divine Artifact
The domain of the Great Chuhun God, atop the enormous tree branch.
A palm-sized scarlet bird slowly opened its eyes, then tiredly shook its wings.
This was the Cyan Bird that had successfully undergone Nirvana, also known as the Ling Guang Monarch in the outside world.
After one Nirvana, the Cyan Bird completely transformed into the Vermilion Bird, successfully integrating the powers of the Great Golden Crow and Baiyujing.
Now, the Ling Guang Monarch has crossed the Divine Gate in both Essence and Qi, just one step away from Refining Spirit and Returning to Void.
"Still haven't figured out the origin of those black mists?"
With a helpless sigh, the Ling Guang Monarch always felt that those mists seemed vaguely familiar.
Unfortunately, Jingmu-Ang, Ghost-Jinyang, Liutu-Zhang, Xingri-Ma, Zhangyue-Lu, Yihuoshe, and Zhenshui-Yin each inherited only one Fire Jade, unable to set up the complete [Nanming Li Fire Array].
The Fire Jades transformed from Baiyujing totaled twelve pieces.
In a way, they could be considered the Ling Guang Monarch's Lifebound Magical Treasure.
The Ling Guang Monarch granted seven pieces to seven subordinate gods favored, intending for them to act on their behalf to govern the chaotic South Sea.
Once the true South Sea God emerges, the Ling Guang Monarch would naturally retreat to the background.
But looking at the current situation, it seems that even before the emergence of the South Sea God, those unknown mists might culminate in new calamities.
"Don't you think those mists look a bit familiar?"
At this moment, an old face slowly surfaced on the tree branch.
Compared to a few years ago, though the Great Chuhun God still appeared aged, there was now a sense of new life sprouting from an old tree.
This owes to the collaboration with Xiluo in cultivating the Flat Peach Tree.
Though from Li Boyang's perspective, the current Flat Peach Tree can only be considered a semi-completed Elixir of Immortality.
Yet the vitality nurtured within is enough to rejuvenate the Great Chuhun God.
"Indeed familiar, but I just can't remember where I've seen them."
Lightly extending her wings, the Ling Guang Monarch tried to recall the past.
The result, as before, was that the Ling Guang Monarch simply couldn't remember that missing piece of memory.
This is one major side effect of the Nirvana rebirth.
The current Ling Guang Monarch is not in a complete state.
More precisely, the Ling Guang Monarch is still the Cyan Bird, but not merely the Cyan Bird anymore.
In terms of power, that's easier said.
After Nirvana rebirth, the Ling Guang Monarch needs some time to restore her power to its peak state before proceeding to further breakthroughs.
But the memory regarding the past is different.
Only by personally coming into contact with certain things can she further recall the details within.
This is not a loss of memory, but an instinctive self-protection mechanism.
"When the Celestial Being was born, the Prison Soul Tripod fell into the Hundred Lands Mountain Range..."
"A priest from Guifang practiced the Divine Soul in reverse, transforming into a Ghost God, giving rise to the Black Cloud Marsh."
"Don't you think these mists bear some resemblance to the original Black Cloud Marsh?"
Before the words fell, the Ling Guang Monarch's memory was immediately awakened, her gaze becoming much sharper.
"That priest back then didn't die?"
Upon hearing this, the Great Chuhun God humanely rolled his eyes.
"The Guifang Kingdom is long gone, how could he still be alive!"
"I mean, maybe there's a secret technique passed down from the Guifang Kingdom, or perhaps someone wants to transform into a Ghost God."
With a slightly awkward grin, it was only at this point that the Ling Guang Monarch reacted.
"How is that possible?"
"Now that the Six Paths of Reincarnation is established, the Yin Yang Order is formed, and the Tao Ancestor spreads the cultivation method, who would be foolish enough to transform into a Ghost God?"
As a major branch of the Gods, Ghost Gods are special beings birthed by the Lord of the Netherworld.
Currently, most Ghost Gods are either suppressed below the Six Celestial Ghost Gods Palace or have reformed to take on Yin Spirit duties.
The Ling Guang Monarch simply cannot understand, in this new era, who would be so rash as to want to become a Ghost God voluntarily.
"In this vast world, nothing is impossible..."
"Never gauge others with your own identity and thoughts."
Seeing the Ling Guang Monarch had already reacted, the Great Chuhun God spoke no more and vanished once again.
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At the same time, in the Purple Bamboo Forest of Putuo Mountain.
As Fu Kui sat cross-legged in meditation, he naturally witnessed that battle occurring afar.
For some unknown reason, an unease arose faintly within Fu Kui, and his Heart Demon laughed unrestrainedly.
[You've already figured it out, haven't you?]
[Since you've already figured it out, why not take action?]
[What are you afraid of? Or should I say, what are you not daring to face?]
With a calm expression listening to the Heart Demon's taunts, Fu Kui had long grown accustomed.
"What I've guessed isn't necessarily the truth."
"Especially in the absence of a complete picture, excessive speculation might deviate from reality."
The Heart Demon once again sneered with contempt in his heart for Fu Kui's seemingly righteous demeanor.
[If that's the case, why are you still sitting here?]
[Miaoshan has left here some time ago, and coincidentally, during the time she left, the South Sea began the disturbances.]
[Added to the fact she deliberately retained her anger and hatred, haven't you been shaken even a little?]
After a long silence, Fu Kui could only helplessly smile.
"I'm not a sage, how could I not be shaken?"
"But rather than my own wild guesses, I am more inclined to believe in Miaoshan's choices."
"She's not a bad person; I know this better than anyone. She definitely has her own plans."
Already irritated with Fu Kui's turtle-like behavior, the Heart Demon finally resolved to break through his psychological defenses.
[I sensed the aura of a kindred spirit on her; I don't believe you didn't notice that.]
[No, you must have noticed it, or you wouldn't stay here at Putuo Mountain.]
[Weak-willed, scattered mind, yet possessing extremely formidable strength...]
[Such a target is simply the best hunting prospect for us Demon Kings; if the Celestial Demon were still alive, it would definitely be tempted.]
The Heart Demon's arrogant laughter continued to ring in Fu Kui's heart, and his next words were even more suggestive.
[If I don't remember incorrectly, there's a supreme treasure at the Sea Eye of the South Sea.]
[It's the Divine Artifact specifically crafted by the Tao Ancestor, a precious bottle capable of swallowing the waters of the four seas.]
[What do you think would happen to this world if that treasure fell into our Demon King's hands?]
[Or have you truly softened?]
[Merely because of 'Miaoshan's' identity, you choose to stand by and do nothing?]
[Fu Kui, stop pretending to be a hypocrite; let's seize that Divine Artifact!]
[Trust me, we are the ones truly qualified to keep that Divine Artifact safe for the Tao Ancestor.]
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