392: The Longevity Dao Lord's Final Days! My Informant Is a Big Shot

Chen Dengming was very concerned about the sudden and significant moves by the Counterattack Cultivator Alliance.

This seems to indicate that the Counterattack Cultivator Alliance has secured a certain degree of advantage.

So what about that powerful individual who seemingly Buddha and Devil Dual Cultivator enlightenment?

Is the other party truly not a threat?

Chen Dengming quickly contacted Zuo Qiu Ling and subtly inquired about this information.

Zuo Qiu Ling, however, remained tight-lipped, only revealing a little information. "Senior Mingguang has personally communicated with the Living Buddha Venerable on Sumeru Island, and then convened a meeting to issue an order to annihilate the high-ranking members of the Evil Cultivator's remnants."

Since Senior Mingguang has said so, it proves that that person is at least not a threat for the time being, and perhaps the Living Buddha Venerable has played some role in it.

But since we haven't been told about this power struggle at the top, and we don't know the specifics, it's best not to speculate.

"I see. Now that we've determined there's no immediate threat, that's good."

Chen Dengming breathed a sigh of relief.

Zuo Qiu Ling chuckled and said, "What are you worrying about?"

Whether or not this existence poses a threat, it's not a problem that you or I need to worry about.

It may sound harsh, but the principle is sound.

"Our Cultivator Alliance has prepared all the resources for healing the soul, and with your Water of the Underworld River, we're ready to send it to Senior Dongfang. Will you deliver it personally?"

"I don't need to deliver the things myself. Let Feng Qingbo go. Senior Dongfang is his Venerable Lord, so he'll feel at ease if he goes."

Chen Dengming quickly declined.

He had just determined that the powerful figure who Dongfang Huayuan did not seem to pose a threat, but he was still unsure of the specifics.

At times like these, it's best not to go out for a stroll.

Even to such a powerful being, he was merely an ant, and his worries seemed ridiculous. Perhaps the other party could crush him to death without even noticing.

But the real danger lies in these unexpected and potentially fatal risks.

If the other party suddenly seeks out Dongfang Huayuan another fight, and he happens to arrive at that moment, he'll become an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire.

Staying away from the outside world for now will avoid this danger. Of course, it's best to continue cultivating peacefully within the sect and wait for the situation to become clearer.

Zuo Qiu Ling had already anticipated Chen Dengming's answer; otherwise, he wouldn't have asked the question.

He knew exactly what kind of people the Longevity Sect cultivators were, without even needing to mention his little brother.

His question was also a prelude to his next request.

"Alright. Then let Fellow Daoist Feng make the trip. He'd be happy to go. He's asked me several times already. If he didn't know it wasn't appropriate to bother you, he probably would have come to you already."

Chen Dengming was speechless.

This old fox, it seems like he was just waiting for him to say he'd arrange for Feng Qingbo to go. Could there be another trick up his sleeve?

Sure enough, Zuo Qiu Ling continued, "Those remaining high-ranking members are all hiding too well now, and each one is cunning and treacherous. We are also short-handed in our efforts to eliminate them. You, Fighting Longevity Lord, could you perhaps have some time recently?"

"I definitely won't have much time lately, as you know, but if you can't find the whereabouts of these remnants, perhaps I can provide you with some intelligence."

Chen Dengming refused outright.

Putting aside the safety issues outside, it has only been ten days since the Longevity Sect suffered a great calamity.

The Senior Brother, Fu Changyin, had just passed his seventh-day memorial service, and it was soon to be Fu Changyin, the sect leader, who would be in charge of organizing the sky burial.

These are all matters I can't spare the time for.

Zuo Qiu Ling didn't expect Chen Dengming to agree immediately.

In this counter-offensive, the Longevity Sect had already achieved numerous military exploits, with its achievements surpassing those of the other three top sects. However, it had also suffered too many sacrifices.

The fact that they agreed to provide some information was already the best answer, but he was still curious.

"Where did you get your intelligence from? I can't even get a lot of this information. Do you have people planted in the enemy camp as well?"

Chen Dengming thought for a moment, and realized that there was no point in hiding anything now, so he immediately transmitted his voice.

"That's right, I do have a mole in the enemy camp. No one knows his identity except me, and he doesn't even know my identity."

"If any cultivator teams encounter him during this campaign to eliminate the remaining rebels, it would be best to let him go, as he can continue to provide us with intelligence."

"Who is he?"

"The Soul Devouring Old Devil"

"What!? It's him?" Zuo Qiu Ling was shocked, finding it hard to believe.

The Soul Devouring Old Devil, the patriarch of the Soul Devouring Sect, founded the Soul Devouring Sect single-handedly. He was ruthless by nature and was also one of the number one traitors who betrayed the Four Domains from the very beginning.

This traitor was actually a spy cultivated by Chen Dengming?

He was somewhat skeptical, feeling that this might be an arrangement by Longevity Dao Lord Lu Xiucheng.

The Longevity Dao Lord has lived for nearly six thousand years and is unfathomable. If this was his doing, then everything makes sense.

"Okay! I understand! This important hidden stakeout must be preserved."

After the conversation with Zuo Qiu Ling ended.

Relieved, Chen Dengming immediately took out Sound Transmission Jade Talisman and contacted He Yingyu, who had gone to the Eastern Immortal Sea Evergreen Island refuge.

Although the war seems to be nearing its end and has entered the final stage of eliminating the remaining forces.

But this stage is also the most dangerous.

When some remaining traitors are driven to desperation, they may resort to desperate measures and launch suicide attacks.

Therefore, although He Yingyu wanted to return, Chen Dengming stopped her.

They requested that the other party, including Hu Yan Shunbin and Rao Ling, who are candidates for Longevity Seed, stay in Evergreen Island for the time being and focus on their cultivation.

Of the five patriarchs of the Longevity Sect, one has already passed away, and the other two have also returned to the Longevity Incense. In addition, there is already a shortage of successors. If we do not protect the candidates for the Longevity Seed, it may be difficult to select a qualified Longevity Seed within the next hundred years.

After completing this series of tasks.

Chen Dengming diverted his attention to carefully sense the condition of his several clones.

He noticed that the Incense Clone's injuries had almost completely healed, and its cultivation had even improved.

Chen Dengming couldn't help but feel gratified.

"Perhaps it's the result of a legacy of good fortune; we've turned misfortune into blessing."

Chen Dengming pondered this in his heart, but he wasn't quite sure.

Although he came into contact with the Heavenly Fortune Hall, he could even be said to have come into contact with the inheritance of good fortune.

But good fortune is inherently elusive. Even if he came into contact with it at the time, it could only be described as a simple contact. He might be influenced and protected by good fortune, but he couldn't control it or turn misfortune into good fortune on his own.

Therefore, it's hard to say whether this unexpected blessing was due to good fortune.

"I wonder what the state of the Heavenly Dao is like now?"

Chen Dengming's heart stirred, and he made a hand seal to take out the Longevity Jade Seal from his Storage Bag.

However, the Immortal Celestial Dao Power swirling around the Longevity Jade Seal still shone with a hint of frenzied crimson.

This state appears to be much better than it was ten days ago, but it still hasn't escaped the influence of the Heavenly Dao Blood.

"After all this time, the violent intent influenced by the Heavenly Dao Blood has not yet dissipated. I wonder how the First Ancestor is doing now?"

Chen Dengming felt uneasy.

The First Ancestor Lu Xiucheng, was the true master of the Longevity Sect.

If Lu Xiucheng falls, then the Longevity Sect will be equivalent to losing Spirit Transmutation Dao Lord, and will instantly fall from the top sects.

Although a sect with three Nascent Soul is still considered a behemoth in the Cultivation World, without the Spirit Transformation, many existing resources, including future resources, will likely be gradually affected.

Putting everything else aside, whether the Heavenly Longevity Hall can be saved is still a question mark.

He immediately activated the cave abode's Formation to close cave abode, and summoned Little Array Spirit to guard him.

"Dao, fellow Daoist, remember to also inquire about Fellow Daoist Zhu's condition Below the Yin Spring."

The Little Array Spirit flew out of the Soul House, its Spiritual Qi falling like rain. Its thin, cicada-wing-like robes fluttered to the ground, and its delicate, pretty face turned to Chen Dengming to give him a reminder.

Chen Dengming was taken aback for a moment, then nodded in agreement.

More than eight years have passed since Zhu Xun led the two Ghost Bride into the Below the Yin Spring.

About three months ago, when he was preparing to break through to the Nascent Soul Middle Stage, he made contact with Zhu Xun through the Human Heart Hall.

However, they received some bad news regarding the Little Array Spirit.

All the information Zhu Xun indicated that the traces of one of the Little Array Spirit found eight years ago ultimately pointed to one conclusion—that spirit had once made a name for itself in the River Styx, but now it seemed to have met with misfortune, and no trace of its existence could be found in the place where it rose to prominence.

Chen Dengming was quite upset when he learned of this news.

If one of the seven souls perishes, it means that the Little Array Spirit will find it difficult to restore the Seven Souls to their completeness, making it difficult to successfully form Ghost Infant.

Unless you can find rare treasures like the 'Soul Mussel Pearl' or the 'Nether River Soul Lamp Grass'.

However, Zhu Xun only made a preliminary assessment of this situation. Later, a major battle broke out, and Chen Dengming no longer had the energy to continue monitoring it.

It is indeed necessary to inquire about this now.

He quickly focused his mind into the Human Heart Hall, preparing to try contacting the First Ancestor again.

Now, as the number of times I enter the Human Heart Hall from the State of Mind increases...

The connection between the Human Heart Hall and him grew ever stronger.

The outline within the Sea of Consciousness became increasingly clear, seemingly gradually transitioning from intangible to tangible.

Soon.

Chen Dengming's body disappeared from the cave abode and appeared in the center of the Human Heart Hall.

Rows of spiritual lamps burned quietly all around.

Chen Dengming's mind quickly focused on one of the lamps.

But the heart fire representing the First Ancestor was burning quietly in the lamp, much more stable than when I last observed it. The flame was also thick enough, and the face in the flame no longer showed pain, as if it had recovered a lot.

"It seems the First Ancestor has recovered considerably; my worries were unnecessary."

Chen Dengming breathed a sigh of relief, and then, as usual, sent a stream of Immortal Celestial Dao Power through his inner fire to reveal his identity to the First Ancestor and try to make contact.

This time, the First Ancestor Lu Xiucheng did not remain silent.

A slight ripple stirred within his heart, and the vivid human faces reflected in the flames revealed expressions of doubt and inquiry.

Chen Dengming seized the opportunity and transmitted a mental message.

"Ancestor, it's your disciple Dengming! I'm finally able to make contact with you."

The inner fire of the First Ancestor Lu Xiucheng flickered, then stabilized, and a divine thought was transmitted.

"Telepathic communication, spiritual connection—I never imagined you understood the spiritual inheritance within the Human Immortal Orthodox Lineage to this extent?"

It was able to pinpoint my location through my mind and establish a connection with me in my spirit.

Thinking about it this way, it was you who transmitted the Immortal Celestial Dao Power last time. No wonder such pure yet faint Immortal Celestial Dao Power suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

"The First Ancestor is too kind."

Upon hearing the word "weak," Chen Dengming became shy and said, "This disciple merely used the power of the Human Heart Hall to take a shortcut; I do not have the ability to directly find you, the First Ancestor, with my mind."

But now that we've made contact, everything's fine.

He then said in a heavy tone, "Ancestor, I already know that Senior Brother Fu used the Heavenly Dao Blood. Although this action saved the sect, it also caused a tragedy."

Now, Senior Brother Fu has been completely destroyed, and Second Senior Brother has only Dao God left. And then there's the current state of the Heavenly Dao.

"I already know all of these things."

The First Ancestor spoke with a sigh, "The so-called Heavenly Dao is unpredictable."

The Heavenly Dao Blood was something I gave to Changyin in the past, saying that if the sect was about to be destroyed, this item could be used to protect the sect.

However, he himself will also die under the madness of the Heavenly Dao, and everything will depend on his own judgment.

I thought I would never need the Heavenly Dao Blood, but alas, forever is—absolutely not forever!

"There is absolutely no such thing as forever?"

Chen Dengming frowned, pondering the meaning of this sentence.

"The moment the Heavenly Dao Blood was used, I knew the situation, and the Qu Shenzong would certainly know the situation as well."

Unfortunately, I had already been severely injured by the Outer Realm Devil Venerable at that time and was powerless to stop it.

The First Ancestor spoke with a weathered tone, "The Qu Shenzong did manage to stop it in time, but they almost got themselves killed in the process."

However, thanks to his timely intervention, your Second Senior Brother's soul was preserved, and the Outer Realm Devil Venerable and the Great Curtain Passage were successfully destroyed.

This can be considered a stroke of luck amidst misfortune; perhaps it was the Unseen protection of the Heavenly Fortune Hall, for there is always a way out.

"So it turns out that Senior Qu intervened to save Second Senior Brother's soul back then."

Chen Dengming suddenly realized.

Both Su Yan Yan and he had previously suspected that it was the First Ancestor who had made a move.

Unexpectedly, it was Qu Shenzong who remotely attracted away the will of the Mad Heavenly Dao.

The magnanimity and breadth of vision of this number one figure in the four regions are truly admirable.

"Ancestor, I observe that the Immortal Celestial Dao Power within the Longevity Jade Seal seems to be mixed with the aura of the Heavenly Dao Blood. Could it be that the Heavenly Dao is currently in a state of madness?"

"Indeed," the First Ancestor sighed. "A day in heaven is a year on earth."

The Heavenly Dao is in a state of frenzy and rage due to the influence of the Heavenly Dao Blood. Even a short nap is not enough time for it to recover, which would be a very long time for us.

To help Heavenly Dao quickly eliminate this negative state and restore order, the only way is for people to connect with Heaven's will and move the heavens—but that's extremely difficult, and not something that can be accomplished overnight.

Chen Dengming, "What other way is there? If this disciple can do it, please instruct the First Ancestor."

He pondered the meaning of 'approaching the will of Heaven with the hearts of men,' perhaps it meant acting in accordance with the way of Heaven and following the will of Heaven.

But this contradicts the immortal inheritance he received.

He has always followed the path of Celestial Person, seeking a balance between the two and emphasizing the Unity of Heaven and Man.

Therefore, neither going against fate nor following destiny is suitable for him.

The First Ancestor said slowly, "There is another method, which I only learned about when the Outer Realm Devil Venerable left. This is also one of the reasons why the Outer Realm Devil Venerable did not hesitate to launch a war and invade the four realms."

"What?" Chen Dengming was shocked, not expecting to be asked such a secret.

"Isn't the purpose of the Outer Realm Devil Venerable's invasion of the four domains to devour the lineages of other immortal paths, thereby strengthening the Devilish Immortal Way lineage and his own power?"

"That's true, but that's only one of his objectives."

The First Ancestor sighed, "He has another purpose and a greater ambition: to devour a Shattered Immortal Realm and create his own demon immortal realm."

The Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm that I sought was one of his targets.

If he succeeds in taking the three palaces of fortune, longevity, and life from me, devouring the Immortal Celestial Lineage, and then entering the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm, he will very likely succeed."

Chen Dengming suddenly realized that the Demon Lord seemed to be quite interested in him and Dongfang Huayuan's Human Immortal Orthodox Lineage of immortal cultivators. Could it be that he was also harboring the same ambition?

Fortunately, the other party initially focused their efforts on Dongfang Huayuan.

At that time, he had not yet come into contact with the Human Heart Hall, so he did not attract much attention from them; otherwise, he would have been dead long ago.

"Fortunately, the Outer Realm Devil Venerable ultimately failed. Now that he has escaped back to beyond the realm, he has completely failed and it will be difficult for him to have another chance in the future."

Chen Dengming breathed a sigh of relief.

"No!"

The First Ancestor said with a helpless yet solemn tone, "I have only just learned that the Shattered Immortal Realm will reopen its gates at some point."

At that time, all those who obtain the Blessing Token of the Shattered Immortal Realm will have the opportunity to enter the Shattered Immortal Realm, enjoy the High Antiquity resources left behind by the Shattered Immortal Realm, and even obtain some inheritances left behind by High Antiquity immortals.

This presents an opportunity for the Outer Realm Devil Venerable lord.

Because he had already absorbed a portion of the Immortal Celestial Lineage in the previous era, obtaining auspicious items—I even suspect he obtained more than one kind of auspicious item from the Shattered Immortal Realm."

Chen Dengming was completely stunned.

Just moments ago I was gloating, thinking that this Demon Lord had gone to great lengths, even instigating a massive war, only to end up losing more than he gained.

Who would have thought that the other party actually had a way to directly enter the Shattered Immortal Realm?

Then why did this Outer Realm Devil Venerable bother attacking the four domains before?

The First Ancestor seemed to be aware of his doubts and worries, and added, "You don't need to worry too much, although the Outer Realm Devil Venerable may still have a chance to enter the Shattered Immortal Realm."

However, within the Shattered Immortal Realm, there exist even more High Antiquity immortal Curse and restrictions.

He must be someone whose true form is difficult to enter.

Or perhaps there will be many restrictions once inside, otherwise they wouldn't have gone to such great lengths to open the curtain and infiltrate to plunder more of the power of the Dao lineage and inherited Dao artifacts.

Now that he has not obtained the Dao artifact I possess, even if he enters the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm in the future, he will face numerous obstacles."

Upon hearing this, Chen Dengming gradually came to his senses and felt that what the First Ancestor said made more sense.

However, what the First Ancestor said was just a guess. As for whether it was true or not, according to him, they would have to wait until Qu Shenzong recovered from his injuries before they could discuss and exchange ideas.

The First Ancestor said, "The second way to help the Heavenly Dao return to normal is to enter the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm and set things right."

Now, the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm is filled with danger due to the rage of the Heavenly Dao, and I cannot stay there for long, so I have temporarily withdrawn.

The future of the Longevity Sect and the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm may have to be entrusted to you. You are the most outstanding Longevity Dao Child since I founded the Longevity Sect."

Chen Dengming had intended to say something polite, but upon hearing this, he sensed something was amiss.

The First Ancestor's tone sounded somewhat like he was giving his final instructions.

Moreover, if the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm is targeted by the Outer Realm Devil Venerable, it's so dangerous that handing it over to him seems pointless.

The First Ancestor's thoughts drifted in, carrying a desolate air. "I was severely injured in my battle with the Outer Realm Devil Venerable, and now that the Heavenly Dao has fallen into madness, I have lost the opportunity to merge with the Dao."

I have lived for nearly six thousand years, and my Lifespan Limit is nearing its end. I am unable to attain the Dao and my lifespan is about to end! I, the Longevity Dao Lord, can only hope for longevity, not immortality!

Chen Dengming felt as if a thunderbolt had struck his mind, leaving him stunned and speechless at the weighty news dropped by the First Ancestor.

The Longevity Sect Longevity Dao Lord has always been an evergreen figure in the Cultivation World, almost a symbol of immortality, and a pillar of strength.

Now, the Longevity Dao Lord has personally stated that his lifespan is nearing its end and he is not far from death. This is as if his spiritual pillar is being shaken and cracks are appearing.

After a long pause, Chen Dengming could only reluctantly say, "Ancestor, there's no need to be so pessimistic. We can heal ourselves slowly even if we're injured. Even if the Heavenly Dao goes mad, we can set things right."

In short, didn't you say that there's always a way out? Perhaps Heavenly Dao to good, you will also be well and be able to attain enlightenment?

His words were reasonable and well-founded, but only he knew the difficulty behind them.

Extremely, extremely, extremely difficult!

It's difficult, but we can't give up hope and just let things fall apart.

Longevity is something you have to strive for.

If Chen Dengming hadn't strived for power, whether in the mortal world or the Cultivation World, he would have died long ago, and wouldn't have achieved his current glory.

For a moment, Chen Dengming also felt immense pressure.

After exchanging ideas with the First Ancestor for a while, the old man and the young man ended their spiritual communion, each filled with mixed emotions.

Knowing too much from the First Ancestor only made it harder for me to relax.

Seeking the Tao is arduous, and achieving longevity is even more difficult.

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