Treasure Dropping Golden Coin

Dao Xuan quickly felt incredibly fortunate for his decision to bring the Six-Eared Macaque along.

Whether it was due to experiencing too much of life's ups and downs, seeing through the world's cold realities, or an inherent clarity in its nature (though Dao Xuan leaned towards the former, given the monkey's naturally restless disposition), the Six-Eared Macaque was getting along exceptionally well with the Gourd Baby on their journey.

The Gourd Baby, brimming with boundless energy and curiosity, found everything novel and bombarded with questions like a celestial river in full flood.

Previously, Dao Xuan had to bear all this "friendly fire" alone.

But now, with the Six-Eared Macaque present.

The situation was vastly different!

"Little Master, look at that cloud, it resembles a galloping horse. This is an omen of 'Heavenly Horse Soaring Through the Sky,' signifying a smooth and unimpeded journey," the Six-Eared Macaque pointed to a drifting cloud in the sky and earnestly "educated" the Gourd Baby.

The Gourd Baby's big eyes lit up. "Wow! Little monkey, you know so much! Will that heavenly horse fly down?"

"Uh... this is a celestial phenomenon, not a real heavenly horse..." the Six-Eared Macaque patiently explained.

"Little Master, that crimson ancient tree ahead is called the 'Vermilion Fruit Tree.' It blossoms once a century and bears fruit once a century. Its fruit contains a trace of Essence of Departing Fire, which warms the body and strengthens the physique when consumed," the Six-Eared Macaque pointed out as they passed a forest.

The Gourd Baby's mouth began to water. "Does it taste good? Can we pick some?"

"This fruit is not yet ripe, and this place might be occupied..." the Six-Eared Macaque quickly advised, while warily observing their surroundings.

When the Gourd Baby started its barrage of "Teacher, teacher!" questions again.

The Six-Eared Macaque always found a way to interject, either changing the subject or answering some simple common knowledge questions on its behalf.

"Teacher, teacher! What kind of bird is that? Its tail is so long!"

"Little Master, that is a Golden Pheasant. It's not a spiritual bird, but its tail feathers are beautiful. Emperors in the mortal realm often use them to adorn their crowns..."

"Teacher, teacher! Why is that mountain so bare?"

"Little Master, the soil and rocks of this mountain contain the essence of gold and iron, making it difficult for plants to grow, hence its barren appearance..."

As it explained, its tone was gentle and its reasoning clear, possessing a calmness and experience that belied its Earth Immortal cultivation.

Occasionally, when the Gourd Baby's playful nature took over and it wanted to chase after immortal birds or pick exotic flowers.

The Six-Eared Macaque would also appropriately dissuade it, explaining the potential consequences and citing various sources (though most were things it had overheard or figured out itself), managing to placate the Gourd Baby completely.

Even more commendable was.

When the Gourd Baby quieted down.

The Six-Eared Macaque would silently follow behind the Five Spirit Qilin, standing with hands clasped, its eyes vigilantly scanning the surroundings.

Its six ears would twitch slightly, constantly capturing any disturbance within hundreds of miles.

If a powerful aura approached, it would immediately whisper a reminder: "Immortal, three hundred miles to the northeast, a demonic aura seems to be rising. The energy is mixed, it might not be a safe place. Should we detour?"

Dao Xuan only needed to sweep his divine sense to know its words were true.

This alertness and diligence far surpassed that of an ordinary servant.

Seeing the Gourd Baby pestering the Six-Eared Macaque with questions, no longer "bombarding" him all day.

Dao Xuan felt a sense of peace and refreshment.

He couldn't help but feel a sense of "this child is teachable" admiration for this monkey, which had seen so much of the world yet still maintained its pursuit of the Dao and a touch of innocence.

This was no mere servant!

It was clearly a child-rearing expert! A thoughtful little helper that eased the pressure of "teacher's dignity" (even though it was in the form of a monkey)!

Dao Xuan's heart was greatly comforted.

This Six-Eared Macaque was worth taking in!

And so.

The Qilin trod on clouds, the Gourd Baby shimmered with light, and a monkey accompanied them.

The trio (?) moved forward leisurely, a scene of harmonious contentment.

One day.

They reached the southwestern part of the Great Desolation.

Ahead, they saw towering mountains, stretching and rolling like a coiled dragon.

One main peak among them was particularly peculiar.

Its slopes were as steep as a sword pointing to the heavens, and the entire mountain was covered in a dark golden rock that, under the sunlight, faintly flowed with a metallic luster.

Above the summit, clouds and mist swirled, and auspicious vapors rose.

Suddenly!

Rumble--!

A muffled roar echoed from deep within the mountain!

Immediately after!

Ten thousand feet of golden light, without any warning, shot up into the sky from the peak of that main mountain!

The golden light was dazzling and brilliant, shooting straight into the sky, dyeing the clouds and mist in the heavens golden!

A vast, pure, innate spiritual energy with a strange rhythm surged in all directions like a tide!

A Spiritual Treasure is being born!

And it's an Innate Spiritual Treasure of extremely high grade!

Such earth-shattering phenomena instantly alerted all living beings within a million-mile radius!

"A Spiritual Treasure is being born!"

"What powerful treasure light! It's at least a high-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure!"

"Quick! It's at Falling Gold Peak!"

Countless divine senses, demonic winds, and escape lights were drawn from all directions, like sharks smelling blood, surging madly towards the dark golden main peak—Falling Gold Peak!

Dao Xuan, riding on the Qilin's back, was also drawn by the sky-piercing golden light.

His heart stirred, and he secretly activated the Xuanmen's divination art, counting on his fingers.

The Heavenly Opportunity was chaotic, involving many factors.

But in the darkness, a faint, elusive pull landed on him!

This treasure was destined for him!

"Oh?" A trace of surprise flashed in Dao Xuan's eyes.

With his current cultivation as a Grand Unity Golden Immortal, and being a legitimate disciple of Xuanmen, his divination skills were extraordinary.

Ordinary Spiritual Treasures, their origins and histories, could be known with a single calculation.

But this Spiritual Treasure about to be born before him, its specific form, name, and function, were as if shrouded in a layer of mist, impossible to deduce clearly!

He could only vaguely sense that its grade was extremely high and that he had some karmic connection with it.

This greatly surprised him.

In the Great Desolation, there were not many Innate Spiritual Treasures that could escape his divination.

"Let's go and see."

Dao Xuan lightly patted the Qilin's neck.

The Five Spirit Qilin understood, let out a long roar, its four hooves treading on auspicious clouds, carrying Dao Xuan, and flying towards the place where the golden light was most intense on the summit of Falling Gold Mountain.

The Seven-Colored Gourd, carrying the Gourd Baby, and the Six-Eared Macaque running and following on the ground, quickly caught up.

The closer they got to the summit, the more intense the golden light became.

The pure innate spiritual energy also became more concentrated, making one feel refreshed with every breath.

The summit was a relatively flat, massive platform, entirely composed of dark golden rock.

At this moment, in the center of the platform, a pillar of golden light shot straight into the heavens.

Within the light pillar, an object could be vaguely seen taking shape, emitting a heart-palpitating pressure.

Dao Xuan did not approach the light pillar directly. Instead, he landed his cloud on a large rock at the edge of the platform with a clear view.

The Five Spirit Qilin restrained its divine light and stood quietly.

The Gourd Baby sat on the Seven-Colored Gourd, hovering beside Dao Xuan, its large eyes staring curiously at the golden light pillar.

"Teacher, what treasure is inside? It's shining golden, so beautiful!"

The Six-Eared Macaque stood respectfully a short distance behind Dao Xuan, hands clasped, but its intelligent monkey eyes were vigilantly scanning the surroundings.

In just this moment.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

Figures, some riding demonic winds, some controlling escape lights, or some relying on their physically strong bodies to leap directly, landed on the platform one after another.

There were Great Sages of the Demon Clan, exuding demonic energy with bared fangs.

There were War Witches of the Witch Clan, their blood essence soaring to the sky, muscles bulging.

There were Rogue Cultivators with flowing robes and immortal demeanor.

There were also strange-looking, bizarre beasts and fierce spirits with mysterious auras.

In a short period, the summit of Falling Gold Mountain had gathered dozens of cultivators whose cultivation levels were at least at the Heavenly Immortal or True Immortal realm.

Among them, several auras, hidden and powerful, had actually reached the Golden Immortal level!

These latecomers maintained a wary distance from each other.

Their gazes were greedy and fervent as they stared at the vague treasure in the golden light pillar, while also guarding against each other.

The atmosphere instantly became tense and oppressive.

It was as if swords were drawn and bows were strung, ready to break out at any moment.

The arrival of Dao Xuan and his group naturally attracted attention.

The majestic appearance of the Five Spirit Qilin, Dao Xuan's unfathomable depth, the Gourd Baby's peculiar attire and the treasure gourd it rode on, all indicated their extraordinary nature.

Dao Xuan's aura of tranquil non-action, characteristic of the Xuanmen orthodox sect, made even the most knowledgeable individuals present inwardly tremble.

For a time, no one dared to step forward and provoke him.

However, the number of divine senses secretly observing them increased significantly.

Dao Xuan paid them no mind, standing with his hands behind his back, calmly watching the pillar of light.

He was waiting for the moment the Spiritual Treasure would be completely nurtured.

Waiting.

Dao Xuan's gaze inadvertently swept over the Six-Eared Macaque, who stood respectfully behind him with hands clasped.

He looked at its six ears, which twitched slightly, seemingly more sensitive than usual.

Dao Xuan's heart suddenly stirred.

This monkey's innate divine ability excelled at listening to sounds, discerning principles, knowing the past and future, and understanding all things.

Perhaps...

"Six-Eared," Dao Xuan said softly.

"Your humble servant is here!" The Six-Eared Macaque flinched and quickly bowed in response, feeling apprehensive, unsure of what the esteemed immortal required.

"You shall investigate what kind of Spiritual Treasure is being nurtured within that pillar of light, and what its origins are," Dao Xuan's tone was gentle.

Upon hearing this, the Six-Eared Macaque trembled violently!

The color drained from its face instantly, and its eyes filled with immense fear!

It knelt on the ground with a thud, its voice choked with tears and terror:

"Esteemed Immortal! Esteemed Immortal, please see clearly! This humble servant... this humble servant dares not show off its divine abilities again! This humble servant knows its mistake! I beg the Esteemed Immortal for forgiveness!"

It thought Dao Xuan was testing it, reprimanding it, and warning it not to repeat the mistake it made outside the Purple Firmament Palace years ago!

Overwhelmed by fear, it prostrated itself on the ground, trembling.

The Gourd Baby was startled by its sudden reaction. It looked at the Six-Eared Macaque, then at Dao Xuan, its small face full of confusion.

Dao Xuan was initially taken aback, then he understood.

Looking at the Six-Eared Macaque's startled bird-like demeanor, he couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

The saying "The Dharma is not passed to Six-Eared" had truly wounded this monkey too deeply.

He chuckled softly and said gently:

"Get up. This poor Daoist is not testing you, nor am I blaming you."

"This treasure has a connection with this poor Daoist, but its origins are peculiar, and the Heavenly Opportunity is chaotic. This poor Daoist cannot deduce it clearly."

"Therefore, I wish to borrow your innate divine ability to see if you can uncover anything."

"Just perform as you will, there's no need to worry."

Dao Xuan's voice was calm, possessing a power that soothed the soul.

Only then did the Six-Eared Macaque dare to lift its head slightly, stealing a glance at Dao Xuan.

It saw that Dao Xuan's gaze was clear and his expression was serene, with no hint of anger or probing.

It felt a little more at ease, but still carried a trace of hesitation and fear.

"Esteemed Immortal... truly... truly do not blame this humble servant for overstepping?"

"Of course, I truly mean it." Dao Xuan nodded, "This is a request from this poor Daoist, so how can it be considered overstepping? You may proceed with full confidence."

Receiving Dao Xuan's repeated affirmation, a great weight finally lifted from the Six-Eared Macaque's heart.

Immediately, a surge of immense excitement and a sense of mission welled up within it!

The Esteemed Immortal actually needed to use its divine ability!

This was trust! And more importantly, an opportunity!

"Yes! This humble servant obeys!"

The Six-Eared Macaque took a deep breath and got up from the ground.

It tried to calm its excited emotions and walked to a position slightly in front of Dao Xuan, facing the golden pillar of light.

It closed its eyes slightly.

The six peculiar ears on its head began to vibrate at an arcane frequency, imperceptibly and at high speed!

Hum...

An intangible yet exceptionally sensitive wave spread outwards from the Six-Eared Macaque, silently.

Like ripples on water, it gently penetrated space, bypassed the divine sense perception of all cultivators, and precisely probed towards the core of the golden pillar of light!

Dao Xuan watched clearly from the side.

This divine ability was indeed wondrous!

It was silent, traceless, and if not for his profound cultivation and deliberate attention, it would have been almost impossible to detect this probing wave.

The Gourd Baby's eyes widened with curiosity, watching the Six-Eared Macaque's constantly twitching ears, finding it extremely amusing.

Time passed bit by bit.

The Six-Eared Macaque's brows furrowed and relaxed alternately.

The vibration frequency of its six ears also changed continuously.

Fine beads of sweat even appeared on its forehead.

Clearly, investigating the core, heavily shrouded by golden light and Innate Spiritual Energy, was not an easy task for it.

A full cup of tea's worth of time passed.

The Six-Eared Macaque's six ears suddenly stopped trembling!

It abruptly opened its eyes!

Its eyes were filled with shock and a hint of disbelief!

"Immortal!" it exclaimed, its voice trembling with excitement and a touch of uncertainty, reporting in a low, rapid voice.

"This humble one... this humble one has investigated!"

"What the core of that light pillar is nurturing is a Supreme-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure!"

"Its form... its form is quite peculiar! Like a coin...?"

"...?" Dao Xuan's brows slightly raised.

"Precisely!" The Six-Eared Macaque nodded vigorously, speaking as it extended its claws, rapidly sketching in the air before it with its demonic power.

"Look, its shape is round with a square hole. The outer circle symbolizes heaven, and the inner square symbolizes earth, conforming to the principle of 'heaven is round, earth is square'!"

"Its material resembles bronze, yet it is neither gold nor jade, with a faint flow of Chaos Qi!"

"Most strangely, on its left and right sides, a pair of small... wings have grown?!"

"Those wings are as thin as cicada wings, naturally inscribed with countless fine and profound Dao patterns, containing the true meaning of space and treasure dropping!"

"Although this humble one does not know its name, observing its Dao Rhyme, this treasure seems... seems to specifically counter all Magic Treasures in the world! It possesses the ability to drop all treasures!"

Following the Six-Eared Macaque's description and sketch.

A phantom image of an ancient and peculiar bronze coin, round with a square hole and transparent wings on its sides, clearly appeared before Dao Xuan!

Dao Xuan's pupils suddenly contracted as he looked at this phantom image!

His heart was thrown into a tempestuous storm!

The Treasure Dropping Golden Coin!

It was actually this legendary Supreme-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure—the Treasure Dropping Golden Coin!

In the later Investiture of the Gods tribulation, the Rogue Cultivators Xiao Sheng and Cao Bao used this treasure to successively drop the Sea Calming Pearls and Dragon Binding Rope of Zhao Gongming of the Intercepting Sect, earning great renown!

This treasure specifically drops all treasures below Primordial Supreme Treasures, possessing infinite divine power!

No wonder it had a connection with him!

No wonder the Heavenly Opportunity was chaotic!

Such a heaven-defying item, involving immense karma, would naturally obscure the Heavenly Opportunity!

An unprecedented brilliance instantly erupted in Dao Xuan's eyes!

This treasure must be obtained!

His gaze swept over the increasing number of cultivators on the platform, their auras growing more agitated.

Demon Clan, Witch Clan, Rogue Cultivators... among them were not a few Golden Immortal powerhouses, and even the faint auras of one or two early Grand Unity cultivators were probing from a distance!

These cultivators, with greedy eyes and murderous intent, had clearly prepared themselves for a struggle and battle.

A cold arc curved on Dao Xuan's lips.

A cold glint flashed and disappeared in his eyes.

You want to snatch my opportunity?

Then let's see if you have the ability to withstand the wrath of the Xuanmen's chief disciple!

The Treasure Dropping Golden Coin, I am determined to have it!

He stood with his hands behind his back, his Blue Gauze Headband fluttering gently in the wind.

His aura remained tranquil and effortless.

But an invisible pressure, capable of changing the color of the heavens and earth, had already quietly spread.

The Five Spirit Qilin seemed to sense its master's intentions, letting out a low and majestic roar, its body faintly circulating with Five-Colored Divine Light.

The Gourd Baby also felt the change in atmosphere, its small face tensed, instinctively tightening its grip on the Seven-Colored Gourd beneath it.

The Six-Eared Macaque held its breath in tension, its six ears perked straight up, fully on guard.

On the summit of Falling Gold Peak.

Golden light blazed, and treasure aura soared to the heavens.

A storm of contention surrounding the Supreme-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure "Treasure Dropping Golden Coin" was about to erupt!

And at the center of the storm, that Xuanmen high immortal riding a Qilin, standing with hands behind his back, had already become an insurmountable mountain in the eyes of all greedy gazes!