The two experts at the Heavenly Cycle Realm did not possess particularly powerful auras; however, they were both shrouded in a terrifying aura that sent chills down one's spine.
This aura was unlike any other fluctuation of power, yet it exuded an eerie and unpredictable feeling.
One of the white-robed elders was like an endless black hole, making one feel lost within it at first glance; the other, a slightly plump elder, possessed endless Sword-Ray, and the terrifying spiritual energy he exuded inspired awe.
This was not something the two of them deliberately released. In fact, no one could easily imitate this kind of aura. It was an aura in which every breath subtly aligned with the Dao Intent, a manifestation of the Subtlety of Daoist techniques.
The white-robed elder and the slightly plump elder both had gloomy expressions on their faces, and the people behind them were filled with murderous intent. The group headed straight for the North Isle Mountain Range, clearly indicating that they had no good intentions.
The slightly plump old man gazed at the boundless Beiqi Mountain, his face flashing with surprise and uncertainty. He said in a deep voice, "I didn't expect that Yang Zhen not only actually escaped from the Thunder Marsh Fire Prison, but also seems to have obtained an fortuitous opportunity."
The white-robed elder glanced at the slightly plump elder and said with a chuckle, "He's just a lucky kid who actually killed nearly a hundred people from my Five Clans. If this brat isn't eliminated, how can my Five Clans of North Isle maintain their standing in the Cultivation World?"
The slightly plump old man frowned and pondered, saying, "Originally, I came here only for the Three Flowers Sacred Hall, and killing Yang Zhen was merely a side effect. I didn't expect to encounter Fellow Daoist Bai of the Gujin Clan on the way. It seems this matter needs to be reconsidered."
If any other cultivators from North Isle were here, they would be astonished to hear the slightly plump old man's words. This white-robed old man was none other than Bai Shengbo, Heavenly Cycle Realm expert from the Gujin Clan who had stormed into the Thunder Marsh Fire Prison and escaped unscathed!
Bai Shengbo glanced calmly at the slightly plump old man and said with a smile, "It is said that Fellow Daoist Tai Zhongquan the Ancient Origin Sacred Land Dao Entry the Dao through the sword, and now that I have seen him, his reputation is indeed well-deserved."
Tai Zhongquan laughed heartily, looking at Bai Shengbo and saying, "Fellow Daoist Star Literary Talent Qi of a celestial being; how could I, an old man with such a meager Dao, possibly compare?"
Bai Shengbo frowned, his expression turning cold, and said in a deep voice, "Fellow Daoist Tai, there's no need for such probing between us. I have no interest in the Three Flowers Sacred Hall, nor do I care about Yang Zhen's life or death. However, I am determined to obtain the Holy Maiden Hua."
Tai Zhongquan raised an eyebrow, laughed heartily, and said, "In this way, there is no conflict between us. It's just that Yang Zhen is getting a good deal. A mere cultivator at the Mahayana Realm Ninth Heaven stage, is he really worth both of us taking action against?"
Bai Shengbo smiled and said, " Yang Zhen's life is insignificant; the reputation of my Gujin Clan cannot be damaged because of this."
"Of course, I wonder what Brother Bai plans to do?" Tai Zhongquan looked at Bai Shengbo with a relaxed expression.
Bai Shengbo sneered and said, "The matter of North Isle is insignificant now. With the sudden changes in the world, various forces have sprung up like mushrooms after rain. The Buddhist and Devil Cultivator cultivators of the Western Region and the Sea of Sin have all turned their attention northward. A fierce battle is inevitable soon. Compared with them, we have no advantage. We must find a way to make the Five Clans respond to every call in North Isle."
Tai Zhongquan took a deep breath, his expression turning serious. He nodded and said, "Those Devil Cultivator are nothing to fear. They only know how to use despicable corpse-sea tactics. As long as we have enough supporters, we can easily slaughter them all. It's just that those bald Devil Cultivator are really difficult to deal with."
Upon hearing this, Bai Shengbo shook his head and said, "What I'm worried about isn't those Buddhist cultivators. No matter how powerful they are, they are still wary of heaven and earth and dare not do anything too defying the heavens. On the contrary, it's those Devil Cultivator desires and evils are impossible to eradicate that are causing me a headache."
"So, what does the Gujin Clan plan to do?" Tai Zhongquan asked with a curious expression.
Bai Shengbo pondered for a moment, then glanced deeply at the North Isle Mountain Range and said, "Now that tens of thousands of cultivators have gathered in North Isle, all wanting to witness the soul of the Three Flowers Holy Maiden, why don't we take this opportunity, while eliminating Yang Zhen, to let those Rogue Cultivator see the profound heritage of our Ancient Clan? In this way, it will become much easier for the Five Clans to expand their influence."
Upon hearing Bai Shengbo's words, Tai Zhongquan laughed heartily and said, "Brilliant! Brother Bai's move is truly ingenious! In this way, even if those Devil Cultivator come to my North Isle, we will surely ensure they never return!"
" The Western Region 'Sea of Sin, that place, I've wanted to see it for ten thousand years."
"The endless yellow sands, the gurgling Emperor's Burial Ground—it's said that the last great Great Emperor of the Cultivation World perished there. If we can find some clues, perhaps we can unravel this mystery that has plagued us for tens of thousands of years... But..."
At this point, a sneer flashed across Tai Zhongquan's face, and he continued, "However, the world is currently undergoing countless changes, and the unorthodox paths are incredibly complex. Getting those Rogue Cultivator to willingly serve me is not an easy task."
Bai Shengbo snorted coldly and said without turning his head, " Fu Kun, come and meet Senior Tai."
Tai Zhongquan was taken aback, turned around and looked at him with a strange expression on his face.
A handsome and dashing young man, bathed in the glow of the setting sun, stepped forward, clasped his hands in greeting to Tai Zhongquan, and said, "Junior Fu Kun greets Senior Tai."
Tai Zhongquan nodded, looking at Bai Shengbo with suspicion. Then his expression changed, and he suddenly turned to look at Fu Kun again, gasping and saying, "What a profound Dao Rhyme! At such a young age, he can already release and contain the Dao Resonance within him. The Gujin Clan has a worthy successor."
Bai Shengbo laughed heartily and nodded, saying, " Fu Kun is the most talented cultivator I have ever seen in all these years. With him here, Yang Zhen won't need us to lift a finger."
Tai Zhongquan was taken aback, and said in surprise, "I've heard that although Yang Zhen's cultivation level isn't high, his cultivation is truly formidable. Fu Kun, he..."
Fu Kun smiled smugly and said, "Senior Tai, we cultivators practice the Dao, with the Dao being primary and the methods secondary. Although those who protect the Dao are considered to be following the methods, they are not entirely so. Why bother fighting Yang Zhen to the death?"
Upon hearing this, Tai Zhongquan's eyes widened suddenly, and he burst into laughter, asking with great interest, "You want to debate with that Yang Zhen?"
Dao Rhyme Tai Zhongquan, whose Daoist wisdom was readily apparent, showed interest in witnessing such a unique debate.
Fu Kun shook his head with a smile and said, "I've heard that Yang Zhen has only just Dao Entry. In his current state, it would be quite unfair for me to debate with him."
"Then what are you doing?" Tai Zhongquan asked, looking puzzled. He turned to Bai Shengbo, but Bai Shengbo didn't say anything.
Tai Zhongquan had no choice but to turn his gaze to Fu Kun's back. Sure enough, almost everyone in the Gujin Clan was looking at Fu Kun with fervor, clearly Fu Kun great admiration for this young man.
At this moment, a gentle smile flashed across Fu Kun's face as he answered Tai Zhongquan's question, slowly saying, "This junior only wants to teach him how to be a person."
Tai Zhongquan was taken aback for a moment, then burst into laughter, patting Fu Kun on the shoulder and saying, "Good lad, I can't wait any longer! In this way, all the cultivators in the world can experience the profound foundation of my Ancient Clan. No, after this matter is over, I must go back and open the Ancient Origin Sacred Land wide open. Maybe I'll even compete with your Gujin Clan for some disciples."
Bai Shengbo smiled and said, "Fellow Daoist Tai, please proceed."
At the same time, the Shameless Cat was looking at Yang Zhen with curiosity and asked, puzzled, "Kid, what are you planning to do when you get back? Find someone to debate with?"
Yang Zhen curled his lip and said, "Let's talk about it later. You can't force a relationship to work. When Sage of Saunter get back, I can't just grab random people on the street and argue with them, can I?"
"That's true. Hmm, why are these people still waiting here?"