I Have A Cultivation World Chapter 2384: 1074: Da Kong True Monarch (Part 4)
Previously on I Have A Cultivation World...
Da Kong True Monarch cast a brief look at the remains of the Civet Power before addressing Chen Mobai. The latter gave a nod, retrieved a storage bag, and stored the body within it.
Before this Divinity Transformation expert from the Taixu Miaomiao Palace, displaying his domain seemed unnecessary.
As someone hailing from the premier Sacred Land in the Tianhe Realm—and aware that the Taixu True King sought the Gate of Taixu—Chen Mobai figured extra caution was wise to prevent any slip-ups.
Should the instructor of the Four Taixu Volumes truly be that individual, they would surely reconnect with him down the line.
For the moment, interacting with Tianhe Realm cultivators as the Yi Yuan Orthodoxy successor, under his guise as the Longevity Sect's Saint Heir, felt appropriate.
Once the Civet Power's remains were secured, Chen Mobai summoned the Tai Yi Wu Yan Luo, allowing the group to board it.
“Having this demonic beast alongside the Golden Flame Manticore means Dustless True Monarch senior can craft two batches of Communicating Holy Spirit Pill. Our chances look much brighter now.”
During their return journey, Xing Ji voiced his excitement, his mind already drifting to promising prospects.
“It's not guaranteed, though—crafting the Communicating Holy Spirit Pill demands tremendous effort. Dustless senior might manage just one batch soon.”
Azure Fall Palace Master voiced this caution, her statement reflecting the stance of the Three Great Sacred Lands.
Hearing her, Chen Mobai's face subtly shifted as he turned toward Da Kong True Monarch.
[The Azure Fall girl's assessment rings true. Over on the East Continent, while we support the Righteous Path gaining fresh Divinity Transformation True Monarchs, we prefer keeping their numbers in check. One batch represents the unspoken consensus among our three sides.]
Da Kong True Monarch transmitted this insight straight to Chen Mobai, clarifying the underlying logic.
A single batch of Communicating Holy Spirit Pill, divided among the Three Sacred Lands, would yield at most two or three doses for Righteous Path Nascent Souls such as Xing Ji and Hong Yun.
With Chen Mobai's involvement now, the split among the Four Great Sacred Lands would limit outsiders to just one or two pills at best.
This approach ensured any emerging Divinity Transformation would remain manageable for these veteran Sacred Lands, allowing them to maintain shared rule over the East Continent.
[Senior's vision is truly sharp.]
Chen Mobai grasped the essence swiftly and replied to Da Kong True Monarch.
Meanwhile, the grin on Xing Ji's features turned rigid. His sharp mind allowed him to infer the Three Great Sacred Lands' intent from Azure Fall Palace Master's remark.
Earlier, Yuan Qingque's ascension had left the Central State's Righteous Path short on Divinity Transformation powerhouses, prompting an opportunity for Nascent Soul Perfected cultivators beyond the Sacred Lands to rise as new pillars for the Righteous Path.
Yet with Chen Mobai's presence and Shenxi from the Dao Morale Sect poised for a breakthrough, the longstanding Four Great Sacred Lands structure could persist, overseeing the East Continent.
Still, Xing Ji held onto some optimism.
He simply had to outshine rivals like Earth Virtue, Hong Yun, Han Xingzi, and the rest.
The Four Great Sacred Lands would surely allocate at least one pill to those outside their fold.
Provided he amassed the highest Dao Coins among non-Sacred Land contenders.
This realization hit Xing Ji hard, leaving him off-balance, so he excused himself: “In the Qian Position guarded by my sect's formation, demonic beasts are stirring wildly because of Fifth Rank True Spirits nearby…”
Understanding Xing Ji's motive, Da Kong True Monarch offered no objection and simply dismissed him with a gesture.
By then, they had arrived at Dongling Immortal City.
A radiant spiritual glow atop a white cloud soared upward—it was Shenxi, summoned by Azure Fall Palace Master to oversee Dongling Immortal City's defensive array.
He bowed first to Da Kong True Monarch, expressing gratitude for eliminating the Fifth Rank True Spirit.
“That wasn't my doing…”
In Shenxi's presence, Da Kong True Monarch showed restraint, irritably directing attention to Chen Mobai while recounting the events once more.
Shenxi's shock was evident upon hearing this, nearly causing his white cloud to fade away.
“Sect Master Chen remains so humble. To perfect such an incarnation without fanfare.”
Chen Mobai dismissed Shenxi's praise with a casual wave.
“It's just mastering a defensive divine ability—nothing noteworthy. For cultivators like us, advancing realms and gaining longer life is the real triumph.”
Chen Mobai's statement inspired admiration among the group.
“We owe Sect Master Chen big time; without you, this Immortal City might have fallen to the Fifth Rank True Spirit.”
Shenxi offered a formal bow of thanks to Chen Mobai, then escorted him and Da Kong True Monarch to the Qianyuan Pavilion's upper level, directing Xuan De and Qi Jiannu to prepare the finest banquet.
Xuan De and Qi Jiannu hurried down with stunned looks, as Chen Mobai summarized his clash with the Fifth Rank Civet Power.
The Civet Power had endured constant thrashings, granting Chen Mobai ample moments to build power for unleashing the Primordial Yang Sword Secret at its zenith—leaving little else to describe.
He'd waged an intense fight and ultimately vanquished it.
“What plans does Sect Master Chen have for the Civet Power's corpse? If you're open to parting with it, select comparable Rank-5 treasures from the Dao Morale Sect's stores.”
Shenxi inquired about the fight to guide the conversation here.
To the Dao Morale Sect, a Fifth Rank True Spirit's body could yield at least one batch of Communicating Holy Spirit Pill.
Kept in-house, even sharing half with Chen Mobai would secure Divinity Transformation prospects for future Taoist Childs and Saintesses.
“I had thought to forge some Magic Artifacts from it. Given my Artifact Refining prowess, creating two Rank-5 Defensive Magic Weapons ought to succeed…”
Chen Mobai revealed his ideas. The Civet Power's pelt would form a protective robe for his prized disciple Zhuo Ming, while its twin fangs could become hook-like flying swords.
“Sect Master Chen has clearly absorbed the full Yi Yuan True Monarch's Artifact Refining heritage. Might I request a role as Fire Burning Boy in the process? A friend in Central State has a son eager for Artifact Refining, aiming for Fifth Rank certification…”
Azure Fall Palace Master interjected at that point.
Chen Mobai's lips twitched faintly at her words.
He wasn't fond of such overtures.
Yet, honoring her as Da Kong True Monarch's disciple, he relented a little.
“Of course, that's fine. Just send a message talisman. I'll notify you when Artifact Refining begins.”
“Much appreciated!”
Azure Fall Palace Master expressed her delight with thanks.
“The Dao Morale Sect's treasury holds items that intrigue me. If you're inclined, young friend, browse it at your leisure.”
Da Kong True Monarch commented, and Chen Mobai agreed with a nod.
As the East Continent's most ancient Sacred Land and a famed alchemy powerhouse in the Tianhe Realm, the Dao Morale Sect's reserves rivaled Central State's Sacred Lands.
Should terms align, Chen Mobai would trade the Civet Power's vital blood for their offerings.
“How fares the setup of the Heaven and Earth Xuanji Formation?”
Da Kong True Monarch turned to Shenxi with the core matter.
“The Spirit Vein isn't fully bolstered yet; it might require another half-year.”
Shenxi updated on the status, noting a natural barrier in the Golden Flame Manticore's lair that even the two Divinity Transformation True Monarchs couldn't pierce.
The easiest fix involved deploying the Heaven and Earth Xuanji Formation to lock down the lair's Spirit Vein, thereby dismantling the obstructing array.
“When it comes to formations…”
This detail caught Chen Mobai's interest, as it fell squarely in his expertise.