What Gourd True Lord Wanted! Shattering a Nascent Soul to Feed the Giant Deer

Changqing Pavilion, wisps of incense wafted from the mouth of the toad-shaped incense burner. The couple with the Gourd Twin Swords found it difficult to concentrate, pacing back and forth as if they were sitting on an olive.

Although they both broke through from the Golden Core Perfection to the Nascent Soul several decades ago, at their level of strength, there are still very few things that can make them so uneasy and lose their composure.

Now, the moment they were waiting to be received by the Longevity Sect Leader felt like an eternity, and they were on pins and needles.

The reason for this is mainly because it concerns their father, the former ancestor of Huludao Gourd True Lord.

"Brother Mu, sit down first. There's no point in us just sitting here anxiously; we might even make ourselves a laughingstock. Don't lose your composure."

At this moment, Huang Yue Gourd Sword True Lord, forced herself to calm down and comforted her Husband, Yu Mu, the Treasure Gourd True Lord.

Upon hearing this, Yu Mu walked to the chair and sat down, sighing, "Madam, we shouldn't have been so resolute in refusing the Longevity Sect Leader back then, otherwise we wouldn't be in such a passive position today."

Moreover, we refused him twice... Now, even if it's a matter concerning Lord Taishan, I'm afraid he might not be willing to give us face."

Yu Mu's patron saint is naturally Huang Yue's father, the founder of Gourd Sword Island, Gourd True Lord.

Huang Yue shook her head and frowned, "Husband, this is not your fault. Back then, we had just formed our Nascent Souls and needed to stabilize our cultivation. Naturally, we did not want to be disturbed by other matters."

Moreover, entering the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm would mean helping to exterminate Evil Cultivator from other realms, which is an extremely dangerous matter and of no benefit to us. It was only natural for us to refuse at the time, even though we were disrespecting the Longevity Sect Leader.

But our circumstances were special at the time, which is understandable...

Yu Mu sighed, "That's true, but after we stabilized our strength, the Longevity Sect Leader sent an avatar again, but we still refused."

Huang Yue sighed helplessly, "This Longevity Sect Leader always puts us in a difficult position. The second time, he even wants to borrow the treasured Dao Slaying Gourd that my father relied on to make his name."

How could we possibly agree to that? Even if we did, we couldn't make the decision for our father...

Yu Mu frowned and said, "The trouble lies here. It's strange, but Lord Taishan has been in seclusion for Jiazi, and during the Four Regions Counterattack War, he didn't want us to get too involved."

Why did he suddenly emerge from seclusion this time, and even ask us to actively get involved in the Shattered Celestial Realm, just to find him an ancient spiritual material called the Bright Heart Flower? He even went so far as to lend the Dao-Slaying Gourd to the Longevity Sect Leader as a stepping stone. It's really strange."

Huang Yue frowned. "I also find it strange, but when I asked my father, he just told me to do as he was told and wouldn't say anything else. I've also looked up information about the Mingxin Flower; it did exist in High Antiquity, but whether it still exists in the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm is unknown."

"Well, since Lord Taishan has made this request, we shall comply. We only hope that Longevity Sect Leader will forgive and forget for the sake of the Dao Slaying Gourd..."

"Brother Mu, I'm sorry you had to go through this."

"Mingxin Flower..."

Inside the Longevity Sect, at the very center of the sect's Formation, Chen Dengming stood tall and imposing, his gaze fixed on the scene reflected in the mirror of the Changqing Pavilion that appeared in the Formation opposite him. He stroked his chin with his right hand, a thoughtful expression on his face. "It's been rumored for a long time that the Gourd True Lord of Gourd Sword Island is nearing his end. Now, more than forty years have passed, and I didn't expect him to still be alive. And what is he looking for, the Bright Heart Flower?"

Feeling that the sudden visit of the Gourd Twin Swords couple was rather strange, Chen Dengming returned to the sect but did not immediately meet with them. Instead, he observed their words and actions in the Changqing Pavilion through the sect's main Formation hub, trying to find clues.

The information he had received had largely dispelled his doubts, but he still felt a lingering unease.

He immediately pulled out the map of the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm that the First Ancestor Lu Xiucheng had given him.

This map not only details the topography of the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm, including mountains, rivers, ruins, and other relics, but also provides detailed annotations on the Spiritual Material resources found in various locations.

This map was only provided to him and Su Yan Yan, and would not be provided to anyone else who would be entering the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm.

Chen Dengming quickly found the record of Mingxin Flower in the information annotated on the map.

"The Mind-Enlightening Flower... This flower is extremely rare. I saw its seeds here before. Legend has it that this flower is a condensation of the Immortal Celestial Dao Power. If one can consume this flower, there is a chance to hear the Dao's voice, comprehend its essence, and aid in the fusion of the Nascent Soul, Primordial Spirit, and Primordial Essence..."

After reading the introduction to Mingxin Flower, the slight doubt that had been lingering in Chen Dengming's mind disappeared.

"It seems that the Gourd True Lord has already reached the Nascent Soul Perfection stage and wants to seek the Mind-Clearing Flower to help him break through to the Spirit Transformation... That's understandable. No wonder the Gourd Twin Swords couple took the initiative to come to our door again."

Chen Dengming guessed that it was probably because the Gourd True Lord had been in seclusion many years ago and had not paid attention to outside news, so he was unaware of the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm.

After learning the situation upon exiting the pass, in order to find the Mingxin Flower, he instructed the couple with the Gourd Twin Swords to take the initiative to visit them.

However... for a Mingxin Flower that may or may not even still exist, he was willing to lend him the Dao Slaying Gourd. This Gourd True Lord is quite willing to invest.

Even though he now understood the other party's intentions, Chen Dengming still planned to observe the secrets of the two people's hearts through the Heart Fire Lamp after meeting the couple with the Gourd Twin Swords.

Only after confirming that they are completely harmless will he agree to take the two of them to the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm.

Since comprehending the Life and Death Dao Rhyme and further understanding the fifth Dao Intent of the Human Immortal, he has now completely gained control of the Human Heart Hall.

The Human Heart Hall has taken root deep within his soul.

Now, whenever he wants to activate the Heart Fire Lamp to invade people's hearts, he doesn't need to enter the Human Heart Hall; he only needs to maintain a mindless State of Mind.

Some weaker individuals can even invade the mind of another without needing to be in State of Mind mental emptiness, and the other party will find it difficult to detect.

However, whether one acts intentionally or unintentionally, it is the lack of intention that truly determines the power to control Human Heart Hall.

Only by invading the depths of another's mind with a state of mind free of intention can one truly leave no trace; the principle behind this is that one's own mind must be free of intention.

This seems simple, but in reality, entering a state of no-mind without getting lost is extremely difficult.

Chen Dengming was also skilled through practice, and had long been accustomed to how to maintain a state of mindlessness without falling into depravity or losing his way.

He did not immediately meet with the couple, including the Gourd Twin Swords, but instead allowed them to remain in the background for a while.

At the same time, he activated the Formation's core to conceal his Formation, and then took out the Soul-Reaping Bow Staff.

The plan is to extract several Nascent Soul Divine Soul from them, destroy one, and use it to feed the Giant Deer, the White Bone Thousand Soul Chariot, and the Little Array Spirit. This will restore the damage to the two great Law Treasure and enhance the strength of the Little Array Spirit, so that they can maintain their full combat power in the upcoming great battle.

Sensing his intentions, the Giant Deer Mage Robe, whose resentment had been building up for six days, suddenly became extremely excited.

Its massive body began to roam back and forth across the robes, its wicked eyes filled with excitement and anticipation, its gaping mouth, full of teeth like sharp steel spikes, chewing unconsciously, eager to devour the food.

Soul House, the Little Array Spirit, who had already recovered its Nascent Soul strength, communicated telepathically with Chen Dengming.

"Fellow Daoist, although you have reaped a great harvest this time, I suggest that you only shatter one of these four Nascent Soul Divine Soul to restore the Giant Deer and the White Bone Thousand Soul Chariot."

It's best to keep one of the others as a backup, while the other two can be refined into Nascent Soul Soul Arrow.

As for my strength, it's not something that can be rapidly increased simply by devouring a Nascent Soul Divine Soul."

Chen Dengming hesitated upon hearing this, "Ling'er, you are now almost back to the Nascent Soul Middle Stage. Absorbing another Nascent Soul Divine Soul should accelerate your recovery. In the future..."

The Little Array Spirit declined gently in a comforting tone, "Let's wait until the great battle in the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm is over. I think by then, you won't lack any more resources, and I'll be in a more relaxed state of mind."

Chen Dengming was startled and couldn't help but feel a little dazed. In the bright eyes of the Little Array Spirit that seemed to be pleading as it secretly observed him, he vaguely saw some shadows of Xu Wei from the past, that kind and gentle girl.

He smiled, stopped insisting, and chose to grant the Little Array Spirit's request.

Since the Little Array Spirit regained its full strength decades ago, it has also regained all its memories.

Not only has he stopped stuttering, but his spirit has also been able to condense into the body of a ghost king. Combined with the Dharma body shaped from Yin soil, he can exert strength in the Human World that is no less than that of Nascent Soul True Lord.

However, the thing that worried Chen Dengming the most did not happen.

Although the Little Array Spirit has regained her memories, she has not distanced herself from the group or chosen to leave. It seems that her main memories are still dominated by Tai Guang, and she doesn't even call herself Xue Zhen, but still identifies herself as the Little Array Spirit.

The two therefore maintained their contact as always.

However, Chen Dengming knew that the Little Array Spirit would also face the same Lifespan Limit as his Second Senior Brother Jiang Jian.

Therefore, he desperately hoped that the Little Array Spirit's strength could break through quickly, preferably before the end of its Yin Longevity, and that it could break through to become the Yin Spring Ghost Lord.

However, both the person and the soul were well aware that improving one's strength was something that couldn't be rushed.

Even if one's strength rapidly increases to the Nascent Soul Perfection, breaking through to the Spirit Transformation stage is not so easy.

At this moment, Chen Dengming activated the Soul-Reaping Bow Staff, releasing the four Nascent Soul Divine Soul that had been imprisoned within.

As soon as the four Nascent Soul Divine Soul emerged, a powerful spiritual aura, accompanied by chilling Soul Power, surged and spread, shaking all directions.

Among them, only the Nascent Soul Divine Soul of the Soul Devouring Old Devil appeared timid and hesitant, while the other three Nascent Soul Divine Soul were all eyeing him covetously as soon as they appeared.

Chen Dengming stared at the four Nascent Soul Divine Soul, momentarily at a loss.

Which of the Thousand Soul War Chariot of Bones should be destroyed?

To be honest, each of these Nascent Soul Divine Soul is a good candidate to be refined into Nascent Soul Soul Arrow, so deciding which one to target is a real problem.

However, just as Chen Dengming was struggling with his choice, as if disgusted by his scrutinizing gaze, the Mochao Crown Prince Nascent Soul Divine Soul, like a churning black cloud, emerged with a ferocious face, glaring angrily at Chen Dengming and shouting.

"Fighting Longevity Lord, if you have the guts, release me and fight you another three hundred rounds! What kind of Daoist True Lord are you to bully us who are merely Nascent Soul Divine Soul cultivators? Is your title of Fighting Longevity Lord earned by bullying the weak?"

Chen Dengming couldn't help but laugh.

Perfect, no need to agonize over the choice anymore.

"Mochao Crown Prince, you like dancing, right? Then you're the one."

Chen Dengming snorted, and suddenly his eyes flashed with silver light, unleashing a powerful Divine Sense accompanied by the Human Immortal Way Power.

The other three Nascent Soul Divine Soul cultivators watched as the Mochao Crown Prince Nascent Soul Divine Soul was shattered, his shrill screams sending chills down their spines. Then, Chen Dengming used his pure Soul Power and Law Power to feed the giant deer, turning their faces green with fear.

What's the difference between this and killing someone and feeding them to dogs?

To actually shatter the Nascent Soul Divine Soul of the Mochao Crown Prince and feed it to the artifact spirit is not only a waste of resources, but also utterly lawless.

Seeing that the giant deer's injuries were rapidly healing after absorbing the pure Soul Power, and that the accumulated resentment was gradually dissipating, and even its aura was beginning to become stronger, as if it was about to regain the glory it had when it followed Giant Deer Dao Lord, Chen Dengming showed relief on his face and comforted the giant deer.

"Keep cooperating well in future operations, and you'll get all the benefits. See those three?"

Chen Dengming pointed to the three Nascent Soul Divine Soul who were standing silently to the side.

The giant deer's evil green eyes suddenly turned even deeper green, and a sinister smile appeared on its lips.

The Soul Devouring Old Devil felt his scalp tingle and was almost paralyzed with fear, unable to imagine his fate.

His pessimistic imagination was that his fate after being captured would be to be refined into Nascent Soul Soul Arrow by Chen Dengming. Although he would lose his mind, at least it wouldn't be so humiliating.

But now it seems he had thought too highly of this Longevity Sect Leader. This was no longer the Fighting Longevity Lord, but rather the Battle Devil Lord.

After calming down the giant deer, Chen Dengming summoned the White Bone Thousand Soul Chariot and shared some pure Soul Power to restore its damage.

Although this car is incredibly fast, at his current level of strength, it can only be used for transportation; it would be utterly useless for fighting.

After finishing the task of repairing the Law Treasure, Chen Dengming immediately looked at the three Nascent Soul Divine Soul in front of him, his gaze sweeping back and forth between them.

The Shuangxue Body Sect Master pleaded, "Longevity Sect Leader, please have mercy! Please have mercy! I am willing to offer up my sect's sacred body-refining technique, I only hope that you will not destroy my Nascent Soul Divine Soul."

Another Nascent Soul Ancestor from the Myriad Gu Sect pleaded, "Longevity Sect Leader, I possess the Myriad Gu Technique, a compilation of my Myriad Gu Sect's painstaking efforts over a thousand years. I am willing to offer it up, only hoping that you will not destroy my Nascent Soul Divine Soul and feed it to the deer."

"Oh?" Chen Dengming looked slightly surprised, then turned his gaze to the Soul Devouring Old Devil.

The Soul Devouring Old Devil moved its lips, looked at Chen Dengming, but hesitated and couldn't utter any words of pleading.

In his view, Chen Dengming's methods of manipulating spirits were even better than his own, and Xue Zhen, an old friend, was still Soul House.

His only skill was manipulating ghosts, which the other party might not appreciate, and there was no need for him to humiliate himself.

Chen Dengming saw through the thoughts of the several Nascent Soul Divine Soul at a glance and chuckled, "Interesting, interesting. You Old Devil still have some dignity when you're facing death, preferring to offer up your sect's most powerful techniques rather than be fed to the giant deer."

"Fine, I'll agree."

Chen Dengming naturally had no reason to refuse such a benefit that was offered to him.

Even with his current strength, the body-refining Dharma Gate of the Shuangxue Body Sect and the Myriad Gu Techniques of the Myriad Gu Sect are not very useful.

But since these are all Daoist methods that can be used to establish sects and schools, collecting them to enrich a sect and making them into branch arts is not a bad idea.

As for the Nascent Soul Divine Soul of these two, they may be spared death, but they cannot escape punishment. If they are not defeated and fed to the deer, they will be refined into Nascent Soul Soul Arrow.

In the end, following the instructions of the Little Array Spirit, Chen Dengming left only the Nascent Soul Divine Soul of the Soul Devouring Old Devil as a contingency plan, and refined the other two Nascent Soul Divine Soul into Nascent Soul Soul Arrow.

The Soul Devouring Old Devil was quite puzzled, thinking he was doomed.

Unexpectedly, after his two companions handed over their benefits, they were refined into Nascent Soul Soul Arrow, while Chen Dengming actually put him back into the Soul-Reaping Bow Staff. He couldn't help but feel uneasy and let out a long, sorrowful howl.

"You longevity brat, if you want to kill me, then kill me! Just refine me into Nascent Soul Soul Arrow! Why hesitate and subject me to all sorts of humiliation?"

Chen Dengming smiled faintly, "Soul Devouring Old Devil, no rush. I'm sparing your life because you've repeatedly rendered service to me in the past. I'll let you live a little longer. When I need you in the future, I won't be polite."

Upon hearing this, the Soul Devouring Old Devil was bewildered. His soul spun around and was sucked into the staff, completely unaware of what merit he had performed.

After processing all the Nascent Soul Divine Soul.

Chen Dengming then observed the cultivation progress of the <Heavenly Immortal Art> on the panel.

"<Heavenly Immortal Art> (Later Stage 23901/36000)."

Seeing that his proficiency had reached nearly 24,000, Chen Dengming was not entirely surprised, but he was still very satisfied.

The sudden enlightenment I had in the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm was truly a tremendous gain.

Even though he couldn't yet mobilize the power of the Daoist essence he had comprehended, the improvement in his cultivation from the <Heavenly Immortal Art> was real, making his Law Power much stronger now, and he wasn't far from breaking through to Nascent Soul Perfection stage.

Chen Dengming composed himself, straightened his clothes, left the sect's Formation hub, and ordered the summoning of the Gourd Twin Swords couple at Longevity Peak.

Now that we've dealt with these two, it's time to lead the main force to the Shattered Heavenly Immortal Realm.