The Unlucky Black Robed Man, Tribulation Averted

Just as Lu Qing was talking with Taoist Yang Ming.

In a grove of trees outside the Holy City, a Black Figure suddenly appeared, fell to the ground, and knocked down a patch of weeds.

The man in black robes looked quite miserable at this moment.

Not only was one arm gone, but his black robe was also tattered, revealing his bloodstained body and flesh with even his skin dissolved.

However, the man in black robes had no time to worry about his injuries; his first action was to check his belongings.

His face quickly turned ashen.

He discovered that the Ink Jade Bottle containing Source Qi, which he had kept tightly in his arms, had disappeared.

Clearly, he was blasted away when he used the Celestial Demon Disintegration Art.

"Damn it, that kid must have taken it!"

At this, the man in black felt a sharp pain in his soul.

That was the Source Qi of this world, a truly rare and precious opportunity! With those three Source Qi, he could not only have initially cultivated his Supreme Demon Body, but also completely resolve the hidden dangers of his reincarnation by relying on the primordial Dao Rhyme within it.

They can better integrate into this world and no longer need to worry about being targeted by the Will of the Heavens in the future.

But now, everything is gone!

The man in black robes had a contorted expression, a surge of intense urge within him to return to the Holy City and reclaim his Source Qi.

But in the end, reason prevailed over his crazy idea.

That kid is too strange. The rules of heaven and earth have only just begun to evolve and improve, yet he is already able to trigger Tribulation Cloud.

Moreover, he faced nine Tribulation Lightning in one go, and after overcoming the tribulation, he didn't experience any period of weakness.

Such a monstrous talent would be considered a peerless genius at the Dao Seed level in the top immortal and demonic sects, even in his homeland, the vast Immortal-Demon Great World.

Unexpectedly, he would encounter one in a remote, impoverished Small World where spiritual energy was just beginning to revive.

Such prodigies are usually exceptional individuals who can suppress an entire era.

Even though it hasn't fully matured yet, it's still far beyond what he, who hasn't yet condensed Demon Body, can handle.

With immense willpower and after a long period of mental preparation, the man in black robes finally suppressed his impulses and regained his composure.

"Kid, you just wait. One day, I'll take back everything that's rightfully mine!"

After gazing intently in the direction of the Holy City, the man in black robes finally used his movement technique and staggered somewhat as he ran into the depths of the forest.

As he left, the man in the black robe was still filled with heartache.

He really lost out big time coming to the Holy City this time.

Not only did the great opportunity he had just obtained slip away, but even his physical body was severely damaged due to the use of the Celestial Demon Disintegration Art.

The day when the Demon Body would be formed seemed even more distant than before.

"It seems we can only go back to the old path: capture a few more geniuses to absorb and strengthen our foundation."

Moreover, much of the Source Qi gushing from that White Vortex flies towards all corners of the world; perhaps there's still a chance to find one or two..."

"Young Master Lu, this jade pendant is for you."

If you ever visit Western Province in the future, you can take this jade token with you to Green Goat Mountain. There will naturally be someone to welcome you to our Green Goat Temple.

Our Abbot has always been kind, and he especially loves outstanding young people.

He would be overjoyed to see you.

In the area where Heaven's Secret Pavilion is located, Taoist Yang Ming and Lu Qing had a very pleasant conversation.

Finally, he took out a white jade pendant, engraved with strange runes and resembling mutton fat, and gave it to Lu Qing.

"Alright, once I've finished my business, I will definitely pay you a visit when I have time."

Lu Qing saw the patterns on the jade pendant and knew that it should be like the jade pendant that Lin Zhi Rui had given to his master, possessing unique functions.

He accepted the jade pendant without hesitation and thanked her politely.

Seeing that Lu Qing did not refuse, Taoist Yang Ming smiled.

However, he immediately became serious and said, "Young Master Lu, although you are exceptionally talented and unparalleled in the world, there is one thing I should advise you on."

"I'd like to hear the details." Lu Qing's expression also became more serious.

"Xuan Ming's identity is not ordinary; he is the personal disciple of the Abbot of Hanging Sky Mountain."

If you kill him, Hanging Sky Mountain will definitely not let it go.

With the changes in the world and the evolution of its rules, the constraints imposed by heaven and earth on those stronger than the Innate Realm have become much lighter.

The Hanging Sky Mountain range has always been known for its small-mindedness.

Although the Abbot won't come out for the time being, it's hard to guarantee that he won't send out an even more powerful Protector from the temple to cause you trouble.

So once this matter is settled, Young Master Lu, it would be best if you found a place to temporarily avoid this situation.

You are the first person to Tribulation Transcendence since the beginning of the world's changes. You possess abundant Destiny Fortune, and ordinary divination techniques are simply unable to predict your Tianji.

"As long as you can hide, even Hanging Sky Mountain would find it difficult to locate you."

Looking at the sincere expression on Taoist Yang Ming's face, Lu Qing felt grateful, even though he was not afraid.

He nodded and said, "Thank you for your guidance, senior. Once I have dealt with my affairs, I will leave the Holy City and avoid the people of Hanging Sky Mountain."

"Alright, be careful. If anything happens that you can't handle, you can come to Western Province."

That's our Green Goat Temple's territory. No matter how long the claws of the Hanging Sky Mountain are, they can't reach there.

"Alright, we must leave now, Young Master Lu, until we meet again."

After giving Lu Qing a warning, Taoist Yang Ming returned to his original position and left with his fellow Junior Brother.

So much has happened during this trip to the Holy City.

Whether it's the existence of Source Qi or the appearance of demonic beings, he must return and report as soon as possible.

Especially Lu Qing, this anomaly, is of paramount importance.

Watching Taoist Yang Ming and the others leave in a hurry until they disappeared from sight, Lu Qing withdrew his gaze and walked towards the tower.

Other experts at the Innate Realm also naturally wanted to get to know Lu Qing.

However, when he thought about how Lu Qing had killed Xuan Ming and the others, he realized that he had completely offended the Hanging Sky Mountain lineage.

Who knows what kind of reaction the Hanging Sky Mountain will have?

If we get involved with Lu Qing now, and the Hanging Sky Mountain holds a grudge, wouldn't that be a loss?

Thinking of this, those powerful figures who originally wanted to get to know Lu Qing immediately suppressed their thoughts.

He could only watch Lu Qing walk away step by step.

"Elder brother!"

As soon as Lu Qing entered the tower, he saw a small figure rushing towards him.

He reached out and caught her, and felt that Xiao Yan's body was trembling slightly, her head buried in his chest, unwilling to get up.

"It's alright now, isn't my brother perfectly fine?"

Lu Qing gently patted the little guy's back and whispered words of comfort.

"Brother, Xiao Yan was so scared just now."

Xiao Yan buried her head in Lu Qing for a long time before finally speaking in a muffled voice.

Her voice was tinged with tears.

As for what she fears, it goes without saying.

Lu Qing's hand paused slightly, then gently stroked the little guy's back again.

He said gently, "This was an accident. I promise you, I won't do anything so dangerous again, okay?"

"Then let's pinky swear." Xiao Yan's head still didn't move.

"Okay, pinky promise."

After the brother and sister made a pinky promise, Xiao Yan finally stopped crying and started smiling.

After Lu Qing comforted Xiao Yan, the others stepped forward.

Lu Qing's first reaction was to bow deeply to the Master of Heaven's Secret Pavilion and apologize:

"Senior Master, I have carelessly destroyed the courtyard. Please forgive me."

The younger generation will compensate for all losses, double the amount.

"Hehe, it's just a small courtyard, what harm is there in destroying it?"

The Master of Heaven's Secret Pavilion showed no anger whatsoever; instead, he chuckled.

"It was the young master who allowed us to witness such a calamity as the heavenly Thunder Tribulation. In a way, I was the one who benefited."

Master of Heaven's Secret Pavilion's words were not just polite formalities, but came from the bottom of his heart.

To be able to witness the legendary Tribulation Cloud up close and feel the Tribulation Qi within them.

For a practitioner like him who cultivates the art of divination, this was an immense opportunity.

After all, the art of divination excels at predicting everything, avoiding calamities, and maximizing benefits while minimizing harm.

The Thunder Tribulation is considered one of the most powerful calamities in the world, as it relates to the operation of the rules of heaven and earth.

The Master of Heaven's Secret Pavilion observed Lu Qing 'Tribulation Transcendence from beginning to end and sensed a trace of the true rules governing the operation of Tianji.

It greatly benefited him, and he even vaguely sensed that his cultivation level, which had not been broken through for a long time, was showing signs of loosening.

In that case, how could he possibly blame Lu Qing?

After hearing the explanation from the Master of Heaven's Secret Pavilion, Lu Qing finally relaxed a bit.

However, he still decided that when he left, he would leave something behind to compensate Heaven's Secret Pavilion.

"Please wait here for a while. I'll go out and take care of something."

Lu Qing's Tribulation Transcendence has caused quite a stir.

In addition, the entire group from Hanging Sky Mountain died here.

If not handled properly, even their Heaven's Secret Pavilion will be in big trouble.

Immediately, the Master of Heaven's Secret Pavilion instructed Lu Qing and the others to hide in the tower while he went out to clean up the mess.

After the Master of Heaven's Secret Pavilion left, Lu Qing said to the Old Doctor, "Master, I am unworthy and have caused you worry."

Lu Qing had sensed it earlier. If it weren't for the Master of Heaven's Secret Pavilion's intervention, his master would have almost been unable to resist showing himself to protect him several times.

"It's good that everyone is alright." The Old Doctor nodded, without saying anything more.

On the contrary, Ma Gu and Wei Zi'an were full of excitement, talking to Lu Qing about the shock and worry they had felt just now.

As for Hu Ze Zhi, she stood quietly to the side, smiling as she watched Lu Qing and the others.

Lu Qing and Ma Gu were chatting when their gazes fell on Hu Ze Zhi.

He exclaimed in surprise, "Master, Your Excellency Zhi Rui, look at the black aura on Miss Hu's forehead."

The Old Doctor and Lin Zhi Rui looked at Hu Ze Zhi's forehead and were both taken aback.

It turned out that, at some point, the dark aura between Hu Ze Zhi's brows had disappeared.

"Young Master Lu, is it that the dark aura around me has become even stronger?"

When Hu Ze Zhi saw that all three of them were looking at her, she suddenly felt a little flustered.

"No," Lu Qing said quickly when he saw her flustered look. "It's the dark aura between your brows that has completely disappeared."

"Disappeared?" Hu Ze Zhi, hardly believing it.

"It's really gone," the Old Doctor nodded affirmatively.

"But why is that? What exactly was Miss Hu's calamity, and how could it have been resolved so inexplicably?" Lin Zhi Rui asked, somewhat puzzled.

Lu Qing recalled the black-robed man who had escaped earlier and suddenly had an epiphany.

He slowly said, "I guess Miss Hu's misfortune comes from two aspects."

Everyone looked at him.

Lu Qing continued, "Firstly, it should be the opportunity from the White Vortex."

Opportunities that emerge from the vortex will automatically seek out those destined to find them.

But this is both an opportunity and a disaster.

Without sufficient strength, even if you have the opportunity, you will definitely not be able to keep it.

This could even attract unwanted attention and lead to his death.

Everyone nodded in agreement, recalling the dozen or so Innate Realm experts who had stormed into their courtyard when the opportunity had just fallen into their hands.

If Lu Qing and the Old Doctor hadn't been so powerful at the time, it's not hard to imagine what would have happened to Hu Ze Zhi.

Hu Ze Zhi, in particular, turned pale.

"And what's the last one?" Lin Zhi Rui asked.

"There's another one, which should be the mysterious black-robed man I just injured," Lu Qing said.

"I've seen that person before. I sensed his presence when we went to the Heavenly Ladder to watch the excitement last time."

However, he was very cautious, and as soon as he sensed something was wrong, he immediately fled.

However, he never gave up and kept watching us from the vicinity.

Looking back now, the person spying on me must have been Miss Hu.

Because the aura emanating from him was remarkably similar to the dark aura that had previously clung to Miss Hu.

"In other words, now that you are here, no one dares to covet the opportunity that Miss Hu has."

In addition, the man in black robes was also seriously injured by you and fled far away, posing no threat to Miss Hu.

Therefore, the calamity that befell Miss Hu was completely resolved.

Lin Zhi Rui analyzed thoughtfully.

"I'm not entirely sure, but there's probably a 70-80% chance," Lu Qing said.

Hearing this, Hu Ze Zhi felt relieved and looked at Lu Qing with immense gratitude.

"I heard Senior Yangming from Green Goat Temple shout that the man in black robes was a member of the demonic path?" Lin Zhi Rui asked.

"That's right. Senior Yangming also said that the person was practicing the most authentic demonic cultivation method, and the demonic aura emanating from his body was extremely pure." Lu Qing nodded.

"First came the appearance of the Avici Pavilion, and now even the demonic cultivators have reappeared in the world."

It seems that Master's calculations were correct.

With the changes in the world, it is not only spiritual energy that is being revived.

Many other demons and monsters also revived.

This world is unlikely to remain peaceful for much longer.

Lin Zhi Rui sighed.

A look of worry appeared on his face.

"Since this is the general trend, it must be an inevitable process of the revival of heaven and earth. Why should Your Excellency Zhi Rui be too worried?"

Ultimately, it's nothing more than dealing with whatever comes your way.

No matter how many demons and monsters there are, as long as our weapons are still sharp, what fear is there of the storms they stir up?

Lu Qing smiled.

Lin Zhi Rui was startled and looked at Lu Qing.

Looking at the confident smile on his face, I suddenly realized what was going on.

He said, "That's right, I was too attached to appearances. No matter how many demons and monsters there are, the swords in the hands of us cultivators are not just for show."

At most, it's just following in the footsteps of our predecessors, slaying demons and monsters, and destroying those Evil Demon spirits once again!