Subduing the Ancient Abyss Ao

Looking at the peach tree, feeling its fragrance.

Deep within the memories of Abyss Ao's heritage, an extremely blurred image was awakened by what lay before him.

A vast expanse of heaven and earth, with celestial trees drooping their branches.

A Black Tortoise Sacred Beast bearing ancient Dao patterns once bowed in worship beyond the shadows of the trees...

"This is... Immortal Grade... the Myriad Manifestations Returning Origin Peach Tree!"

The Ancient Abyss Ao murmured unconsciously:

"This... this... how is this possible!"

Its sound wasn't loud, but it instantly turned Zhang Xuanchen's expression cold!

He slowly turned his head, his pale golden vertical pupils locking onto the Ancient Abyss Ao, exuding murderous intent!

Originally, he only intended to take the Dao Lotus and did not want to fight this incredibly powerful beast to the death.

But it actually recognized Little Peach's true form!

Zhang Xuanchen knew all too well what Immortal Grade Spirit Root meant.

Once the news leaks, a catastrophic disaster will follow!

No one in the Xuanqiong Realm recognizes him, but the Devil Race and the forces within the Secret Realm must have heard of him!

Even if he has many trump cards up his sleeve, he will still perish!

Thinking of this, the last trace of hesitation in Zhang Xuanchen's eyes completely disappeared!

"The Three Lives Borrowing Strength Great Technique!"

A deep shout rang out, and a bright light shone forth.

Two hazy figures appeared behind him, as if they stood in the past and the future respectively.

The next moment, two figures moved forward simultaneously, resonating with his power and merging together!

Boom boom boom!

Zhang Xuanchen's aura suddenly surged, instantly rising to four times its previous level!

"Divine Dragon Tyrant Body!"

Open!"

Blood-Golden Dragon Scales covered the wound again, and a surge of blood and Qi and Blood coursed through his body, accompanied by a deep dragon roar echoing between his bones.

At this moment, Zhang Xuanchen had even sunk a wisp of his mind into the depths of his Essence Blood.

If we still can't kill this ferocious beast, then let's burn our Essence Blood!

Zhang Xuanchen stared at the Ancient Abyss Ao, his face filled with ruthlessness, and grinned, saying:

"Heh, you Old Wang bastard, you've got some good insights."

They actually recognized the Myriad Manifestations Returning Origin Peach Tree.

As he spoke, the palpable killing intent reached straight to the center of the Ancient Abyss Ao's brow.

"If that's the case, then I can't let you live!"

Seeing Zhang Xuanchen's fierce expression, the Ancient Abyss Ao's massive body trembled violently. It knew that the human in front of it wanted to fight him to the death!

This human hadn't even used their full strength before!

It needs to resist this sudden increase in power with all its might!

Not to mention that at this moment, half of its Demon Power was sealed, and it was also locked by the Starry Tower, making it difficult to even dodge!

Even the strongest tortoise shell defense cannot withstand repeated attacks from the same vital point.

Continuing like this... will lead to death!

Seeing Zhang Xuanchen raise the Meteor Sword, the Ancient Abyss Ao could no longer care about its dignity and roared urgently:

"Fellow Daoist! Stop!"

"I am willing to submit!"

I submit!

Upon hearing this, the sword's edge froze in mid-air, but the killing intent did not diminish in the slightest.

Zhang Xuanchen looked at it coldly, "Oh? Why?"

The Ancient Abyss Ao dared not call itself "this seat" anymore, and whispered:

"For the sake of the Great Way, and for the sake of survival!"

"Fellow Daoist, being able to form a contract with the Immortal Tree, your fortune and talent must be exceptional."

"The fact that someone at the Early-stage Spirit Transformation realm could fight me to this extent is enough to prove this point!"

At this point, it looked towards the peach tree that was forming Life Link with Dao Lotus.

An undisguised awe and longing surfaced in his eyes:

"One of my ancestors, the Black Tortoise Ancestor, had a brief encounter with the Immortal Tree."

That memory is ingrained in my blood, passed down to my generation. Though incomplete, it still retains the essence of the immortal tree.

"It was through the inherited memories that I recognized Lord Immortal Tree."

Zhang Xuanchen's eyes flickered slightly, but he did not respond.

The Ancient Abyss Ao continued:

"While the Ten Thousand Waters Dao Source Lotus is indeed remarkable, it is ultimately far inferior to the Immortal Tree."

Although my bloodline possesses the potential to advance to the Eighth Stage Yao Saint, it is ultimately just potential.

"If one day I could obtain a Ninth Stage spiritual peach from the immortal tree, I could cleanse my bloodline and replenish my essence."

I might have a chance to break free from my shackles, revert to my ancestral form as a true Black Tortoise Sacred Beast, and contend for the Ninth Stage Demon Emperor realm!

The Ancient Abyss Ao turtle was indeed unwilling, but it had cultivated for tens of thousands of years to reach its current level, and its future was promising.

Now that it has just begun to show its potential, it is about to fall. How can it accept this?

"Of course, the most fundamental reason is... I don't want to die!"

You have too many secrets, and your methods are endless.

I'm not confident I can escape from your clutches.

Therefore, I choose to submit, hoping for a glimmer of hope and a future for myself. I humbly request my master's permission.

As soon as he finished speaking, the Ancient Abyss Ao turtle lowered its head.

Looking at the Ancient Abyss Ao before him, Zhang Xuanchen secretly activated the Three Lives Samsara Mirror.

His eyes seemed to transcend reincarnation, penetrating directly into the depths of his heart.

After confirming that what he said was true, they fell silent.

Luo Lingshuang is currently in the Nascent Soul Middle Stage, which would naturally be considered a strong figure in the former South Sea Immortal Continent.

But now, Demon Calamity are rampant, the Secret Realm has merged with the Xuanqiong Realm, and the world's origin has been sublimated. Even Spirit Transformation cultivators are finding it difficult to protect themselves, let alone those at the Core Nascent Soul.

Her cultivation level was ultimately still somewhat weak.

If this Late-stage Fifth-grade Ancient Abyss Ao could recognize Luo Lingshuang as its master, and then be aided by the Ten Thousand Waters Dao Source Lotus to comprehend the Water Great Dao, it would be of great benefit to both protection and cultivation.

Thinking of this, Zhang Xuanchen had a thought.

Luo Lingshuang, dressed in a light blue dress, appeared beside her.

As soon as she appeared, she saw Zhang Xuanchen's tattered robes and the still-wet bloodstains on his body. She quickly grasped Zhang Xuanchen's hand and said worriedly:

"Xuan Chen, are you injured?"

"It's alright, the situation has stabilized."

Zhang Xuanchen grasped her hand, pulling her protectively to his side, and looked at the Ancient Abyss Ao again, saying:

"Submission is permissible."

"However, they will not acknowledge me as their master, but rather my Daoist companion as their master."

The Ancient Abyss Ao's gaze fell on Luo Lingshuang, and its expression froze.

Nascent Soul Middle Stage?

With its cultivation level, it actually wants to acknowledge a Nascent Soul Cultivator as its master?

Zhang Xuanchen noticed its hesitation and spoke again:

"My Daoist partner possesses Water Attribute Heavenly Spirit Root, and he has already reached the Nascent Soul Middle Stage before the age of one hundred."

His talent is absolutely top-notch in the Xuanqiong Realm.

"Your following her is not a disgrace."

"After you acknowledge her as your master, you can cultivate alongside her near the Ten Thousand Waters Dao Source Lotus and comprehend the Water Great Dao."

"As for the Ninth Stage Innate Sourcewater Peach Little Peach will condense in the future, if there are any surplus, and you have indeed made contributions, it is not impossible to bestow one upon you."

He's incredibly good at making empty promises.

However, he wasn't just lying. If this Abyss Ao could truly loyally protect Ling Shuang, and had the resources to do so in the future, what harm would there be in lending it a hand?

The Ancient Abyss Ao's gaze lingered on Luo Lingshuang for a moment.

Sensing her life force, he discovered that her foundation was indeed as Zhang Xuanchen had said.

Such talent was unmatched even by the great Saintess of the sects he inherited from his memories.

He glanced at the peach one last time and nodded, saying:

"Good."

I wish to acknowledge you as my Daoist companion and master!

I will do my best to assist you in the future!

Feeling the oppressive aura of the colossal beast before her, Luo Lingshuang looked at Zhang Xuanchen in confusion, "Brother Chen..."

Zhang Xuanchen gently patted her back and said softly:

"Don't worry, I'll explain it to you after it successfully recognizes its owner."

"Okay, I'll do as you say."

Zhang Xuanchen wouldn't harm her.

You can do it yourself.

Zhang Xuanchen turned his head and said:

"Xuanjing, Shuoxing, keep a close eye on it."

"Don't let this guy tamper with the contract."

"Don't worry."

The Xuanjing hovered in front of Luo Lingshuang, and a clear beam of light descended, first protecting her sea of consciousness.

Shuoxing waved his hand, and the giant beast that had been imprisoned in the air slowly descended, speaking:

"Alright, offer up your natal soul imprint."