Probing from the Side: Ice Maiden's Identity Revealed

Spell are attack methods that only Cultivator at the Deity Transformation stage possess. However, this does not mean that Cultivator at the Deity Transformation stage can use Spell.

Similar to the Qi Refining Stage, the Deity Transformation stage also has six minor realms. Upon entering the Nascent Deity Transformation stage, one enters the Divine Ability Stage. The meaning of Divine Ability is that one can mobilize the power of Heaven and Earth for one's own use. However, this is merely using the power of Heaven and Earth to amplify one's own attacks, a preliminary utilization of the power of Heaven and Earth.

However, Spell attacks are guided by one's own Divine Sense and make full use of the power of Heaven and Earth and earth. To achieve this, one must pass through the Divine Ability Stage and enter the second minor realm of the Deity Transformation stage, the Spell Manipulation Spell Control Stage. As the name suggests, once you reach this realm, you can control Spell, summon wind and rain, and command ghosts and gods.

Zhen Yeming was indeed Deity Transformation Cultivator, but he had only just entered the Nascent Deity Transformation stage, and his cultivation was only at the Divine Ability Stage. How could he not be horrified when he saw the Palm Thunder in Qing Mingzi's hand? This was a technique that only Cultivator at the Spell Control Stage could possess— Spell attack, an incomparably violent Thunderclap power, held tightly in his hand. This was true Spell.

With a light step, Qing Mingzi made his move. Zhuge Xiang activated his Eagle Eye Technique. This was the first time he had seen Qing Mingzi make a move, and also the first time he had seen Deity Transformation Stage Cultivator truly fight in front of him at such close range. Although the Puppet Cult had Deity Transformation Stage Cultivator fighting against the Asura Warship, he had only seen them from afar while protected by the Asura Warship.

"Ah!" Seeing Qing Mingzi charging towards him, Zhen Yeming felt Palm Thunder scalp tingle and screamed in alarm. He didn't care about anything else and unleashed all the power of Deity Transformation Stage Cultivator. The Broken Sword in his hand also rang out with a clear sound, and an enormous Sword Qi slashed towards Qing Mingzi.

The Sword Qi, though not enormous, exuded an incomparably terrifying power. Having already passed Heavenly Tribulation and broken free from the shackles of mortals, and further enhanced by the Heaven and Earth Vital Energy, this Sword Qi, though not massive, was still superior to even the Vast Sword Qi unleashed by Zhuge Xiang at his strongest state. This Sword Qi seemed capable of easily tearing the entire Flower Full Building apart.

However, a flash of blue lightning appeared, and Zhuge Xiang's dynamic vision was greatly enhanced by his Eagle Eye Technique. He saw Qing Mingzi, wielding Thunderclap, fiercely grabbing at the enormous Sword Qi with his bare hands. Although the Sword Qi was strong, it crumbled inch by inch, bit by bit, into dust under the power of the Thunderclap.

The incredibly powerful Sword Qi was clearly Zhen Yeming's trump card. Although the destructive Sword Qi was shattered, most of the Palm Thunder in Qing Mingzi's hand was also consumed.

A scream rang out, but the remaining attacks continued with undiminished force. Qing Mingzi slammed down on Zhen Yeming, sending him Knockback through the wall of Flower Full Building and crashing onto the street outside.

"Senior Brother Zhen!" Even though he was Deity Transformation stage Cultivator, he couldn't withstand a single move and was sent flying. The disciples of the Qingxu Sword Sect were horrified and chased after him with screams.

Without any intention of pursuing, and regardless of whether Zhen Yeming was dead or alive, Qing Mingzi, as he had said, only made one move, then withdrew Qing Mingzi hand and turned to look at Zhuge Xiang.

His drowsy, drunken eyes were now unusually clear. "Zhuge Xiang? Your talent is exceptionally high, far surpassing mine. In the hundreds of years of history of the Asura Sect, perhaps only one person can rival your talent."

Qing Mingzi spoke, his words seemingly tinged with a sigh. To be praised in this way by a Deity Transformation Cultivator was already an extremely high compliment.

Seeing that Qing Mingzi spoke but did not decisively turn and leave, Zhuge Xiang's heart stirred slightly, and he then said, "Senior Brother Qing Mingzi, it's better to meet by chance than to invite someone. How about having a few drinks with me?"

"Haha, you're quite clever, kid, knowing my drinking bug is still causing trouble," Qing Mingzi laughed, clearly accepting Zhuge Xiang's invitation.

"Lady Liu, bring a few more jars of 'Flower Before Moon'," Zhuge Xiang said to Lady Liu, turning around. He then led the way, bringing Qing Mingzi with him, to Qin Qing's room.

Upon opening the door and seeing Qing Mingzi's appearance, Qin Qing was slightly taken aback. His appearance was more like that of a beggar than a Beggar on the street. However, since Zhuge Xiang had brought him, Qin Qing did not ask any questions. She bowed slightly, greeted him, and then welcomed Zhuge Xiang and Qing Mingzi in.

Sure enough, wine and dishes, along with two sets of bowls and chopsticks, were already prepared on the table in the house. However, since Zhuge Xiang had brought people over, Qin Qing simply moved a stool over and sat down next to Zhuge Xiang. There were two sets of bowls and chopsticks, one for Zhuge Xiang and one for Qing Mingzi. Soon, the servants of Flower Full Building brought over several jars of wine for Flower Before Moon.

Without a word, Qing Mingzi raised his hand and snatched a jar of "Flower Before Moon Wine" from mid- Levitation. He broke the seal, gulped down half the jar, wiped the wine stains off his stubble, and let out a long sigh, "Haha, that was refreshing! It's been a long time since I've drunk so heartily."

Levitation —this is a technique of Deity Transformation Stage Cultivator. They use their Divine Sense to control the power of Heaven and Earth and take objects into their hands. Seeing Qing Mingzi's skill, Qin Qing's heart stirred, and she realized that although the man brought by Zhuge Xiang was slovenly, he was a Deity Transformation stage Cultivator.

"Senior Brother Qing Mingzi, it seems we are destined to meet. We've met three times, but this is our first conversation," Qin Qing said as she poured Zhuge Xiang a cup of wine. Zhuge Xiang raised his cup, drank it, and began to speak.

"That's right, three times," Qing Mingzi nodded. Although they had never spoken before, it was clear that he had always remembered Zhuge Xiang.

"I haven't seen you since we parted ways in Rakshasa City. You only appeared when I was alone this time. If I'm not mistaken, are you avoiding Miss Su?" Zhuge Xiang asked, looking at Qing Mingzi.

Was his encounter with Qing Mingzi today truly a coincidence? Zhuge Xiang didn't believe it. Clearly, he had come to find him. Why? Besides Su Huayu, who else could it be for?

Since Rakshasa City, Su Huayu had been by his side. Only when he returned to the Inner Sect Headquarters and came to Flower Full Building alone did Qing Mingzi show up. Clearly, Qing Mingzi had been secretly following him, or rather, following Su Huayu, but was unwilling to reveal himself.

His hand stiffened slightly, but Qing Mingzi quickly recovered and nodded without trying to argue.

"Forgive my intrusion, but I shouldn't be meddling in your family affairs. However, since you've been secretly following her, it means you still have feelings for Miss Su. So why won't you meet her?" Zhuge Xiang asked, staring at Qing Mingzi, his nonchalant manner suggesting he was just asking casually.

Shaking his head, Qing Mingzi remained silent, clearly unwilling to discuss the matter. However, a look of confusion and pain lingered in his eyes, which only fueled Zhuge Xiang's curiosity. What had happened to his family? But since Qing Mingzi unwilling to elaborate, Zhuge Xiang refrained from pressing him for lest he arouse Qing Mingzi's suspicion.

After drinking another cup of wine, Zhuge Xiang changed the subject, still appearing nonchalant, and casually asked, "Senior Brother just said that my talent is very high, and that in the entire history of the Asura Sect over the past few hundred years, only one person can compare to me. I wonder if Senior Brother is referring to Senior Sister Ice Maiden?"

When asked about his family, Qing Mingzi's movements stiffened slightly, but when asked about Senior Sister Ice Maiden, Qing Mingzi hand trembled, and he nodded, saying, "That's right. Senior Sister Ice Maiden's talent is second to none, not only in Yanling Commandery, but even in the entire Great Qin Empire. She reached the Deity Transformation stage in twenty years of cultivation. Such a cultivation speed is rare in the entire Great Qin Empire."

As expected, Lu Yuling, being the reincarnation of Ice Maiden's Three Souls Reincarnation, was right. Although his Memory were incomplete, Qing Mingzi was only a part of them. He knew Ice Maiden, and not just from hearsay, but he must have been very familiar with her. Otherwise, he wouldn't have reacted so strongly.

Calming himself, Zhuge Xiang continued to probe indirectly, asking seemingly casually, "Although I haven't been in the Asura Sect for long, I've often heard of Senior Sister Ice Maiden's renowned reputation. Such a genius is truly intriguing. I wonder how much Senior Brother Qing Mingzi knows about Senior Sister Ice Maiden? Could you enlighten me?"

Qing Mingzi was unwilling to discuss his own family matters, but when it came to Qing Mingzi Senior Sister Ice Maiden, it seemed there was nothing he couldn't talk about.

Nodding, he said, "Senior Sister Ice Maiden, her reputation is well-known throughout the entire Asura Sect. Her identity is that of the Sect Master's Wife's niece, and her cultivation talent is unparalleled in Yanling Commandery. She broke through to the Deity Transformation stage in twenty years and reached the edge of the Void Realm in a mere hundred years. What's even more remarkable is her expertise in Formation Puppet. Her ice-attribute Spell can even freeze a thousand miles of ocean."

"Ice Seal Thousand Miles?" Zhuge Xiang gasped. A thousand miles—what an enormous area! Freeze it all in one go? This method is truly astonishing. Doesn't it mean that if she wanted, she could create a frozen landmass on the ocean and build a Small Kingdom? What a terrifying method!

Nodding, Qing Mingzi said, "Such methods are actually no weaker than those of Void Realm Great Expert. However, what I have said above are all common knowledge, things that everyone knows. In fact, what truly shocked me is Senior Sister Ice Maiden's true identity."

"Identity? The Sect Master's Wife's niece, does she have any special status?" Zhuge Xiang asked, slightly taken aback.

"The Sect Master's Wife has always been shrouded in mystery within the Sect Master's Wife Asura Sect. All that is known is that her cultivation level was no less than that of the Sect Master, but she later died mysteriously. However, I do know the identity of Senior Sister Ice Maiden; she is not human."

"Not human!?" Zhuge Xiang's expression changed drastically. He thought of Lu Yuling, who was the reincarnation of Ice Maiden's Three Souls Reincarnation. Ice Maiden wasn't human?

At this moment, Zhuge Xiang recalled the power source that had emerged behind Lu Yuling under the illumination of the Mirror of Truth at the Purgatory Elder —an Ice Lotus Flower. With a slight movement, Zhuge Xiang seemed to understand something... (To be continued...)