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Chapter 157: Chapter 154 Purgatory Reincarnation Technique
Yunqi Mountain Range.
The largest gathering place for demons in the territories of Star State and Jiangzhou State.
Although the number of demons in this mountain range could not compare to the Mu State Demon King, who had occupied several cities in Lower State, nor could it match the Champsosaurus King who occupied Tianhe and severed Daqian’s north and south.
But...
The number of demons it harbored was still an astonishing figure.
For this reason, Dragon Sparrow Manor had to build fortresses in the Yunqi Mountain Range, with at least one Supreme Elder at the Primordial Spirit True Monarch Realm on watch at all times.
Once there was any unusual activity in the Yunqi Mountain Range, it could even tie down more than half of Dragon Sparrow Manor’s strength.
At this moment, outside this mountain range, several small teams were shuttling back and forth.
If one was extremely familiar with Dragon Sparrow Manor, they could tell that these people were core stewards and protectors of Dragon Sparrow Manor.
However, they had shed their Dragon Sparrow Manor attire and donned the garb of Demon Hunters, traversing back and forth in this mountainous region.
During their travels, they were also constantly exchanging information.
"By the way, is that Gu Jinlai really that incredible? Did he become a Heavenly Monarch within two years?"
The one speaking now was a middle-aged man in iron armor, who seemed to be primarily responsible for defense.
"How could that be fake?"
The young man in light gear, mainly responsible for reconnaissance, replied, "Captain, you’re not very familiar with the situation in Star State, but I’ve been paying attention to the turmoil there. That Gu Jinlai... he’s truly a legendary figure. It’s said that he found a way to overcome the innate deficiency of the Heavenly Master lineage—lack of vigor and blood—which allowed him to progress a thousand miles a day in the cultivation of the Heavenly Master path."
"Even so, it can’t be possible to become a Heavenly Monarch in just two years, right?"
The middle-aged man known as the captain said seriously, "A Heavenly Monarch is the pinnacle achievement of the Heavenly Master path! Not only has he developed a True Spirit, able to transform any non-Spiritual Artifact into a Spiritual Artifact at any moment, but he can also cast powerful Soul Secret Techniques, which can even affect Refining God Immortals. To become such a top existence within the Heavenly Master lineage in just two years?"
"Am I lying to you? This matter is known to everyone in Star State; if you don’t believe it, just ask around," said the young man. "Besides, even if there’s some exaggeration in what I’ve said, the fact that the Great Sun Heavenly Sect moved en masse to Lingxiao City can’t be false, right?"
"The Great Sun Heavenly Sect? The one that had a number of Heavenly Monarchs exceeding the fingers on one hand a hundred years ago, and was considered one of the six major schools of the Heavenly Master lineage? They actually moved to Lingxiao City, where Gu Jinlai is?"
The middle-aged man said in shock. 𝙣𝒐𝙫𝙥𝙪𝙗.𝙘𝙤𝙢
"Of course."
The young man declared loudly, "We may not be able to distinguish the authenticity of a Heavenly Monarch, but the Heavenly Masters and Great Heavenly Masters of the Great Sun Heavenly Sect aren’t likely to make a mistake, right? If Gu Jinlai wasn’t a Heavenly Monarch, why would such a force, one of the six major schools, relocate en masse to Lingxiao City?"
As he spoke, he added, "Up to now, not only is there a Heavenly Monarch in Lingxiao City and two Great Heavenly Masters, the number of Heavenly Masters has also exceeded a dozen. According to Gu Jinlai, there’s a clear intention to turn Lingxiao City into a new Heavenly Master’s Holy Land."
"A Heavenly Master’s Holy Land, huh."
The middle-aged man seemed convinced at this point, "Since the great changes a hundred years ago, how long has it been since a Heavenly Master’s Holy Land emerged within the Daqian Territory? If Gu Jinlai is as you say, and became a Heavenly Monarch within two years... perhaps it’s really possible to open a new Heavenly Master’s Holy Land."
"It’s not just possible; it’s happening," said the young man, his tone full of anticipation. "I can’t wait to see that day come. If our Daqian could have dozens more Heavenly Monarchs, we would certainly be able to retake and seal the rifts in Tianhe and Mu State. Then we could advance towards other rifts. With a bit of luck, we might even soon see a scene where demons are completely driven out."
The middle-aged man nodded in agreement.
...
Their conversation might have been unintentional, or maybe it was meant to be overheard, as a small demon hiding in the thorns listened to every word.
Intelligence glinted in the eyes of this demon. After receiving this information, it sped towards the depths of the mountain range at its fastest pace, soon disappearing without a trace.
However, it didn’t know that similar exchanges were happening frequently on the outskirts of the Yunqi Mountain Range.
Many from the Dragon Sparrow Manor even intentionally prepared some intelligence about the Heavenly Monarch Gu Jinlai and "accidentally" lost it. In the end, these pieces of intelligence were picked up by sufficiently clever demons and delivered to the hands of more powerful Great Demons.
This kind of news, once probed by conscious demons, quickly led to conclusions.
Especially for many demons that had fled from Star State to Yunqi Mountain, they confirmed the rumor.
Star State...
A Heavenly Monarch had truly emerged.
For a time, the demons within the Yunqi Mountain Range were in an uproar.
A large number of demons began to move from Jiangzhou State towards Star State.
The Demon Spirits, despite not knowing what price they had to pay for becoming demons, existed for the sole purpose of eliminating any Heavenly Masters that posed a great threat to them.
Let alone the suspected emergence of a Heavenly Monarch in Star State; even without a Heavenly Monarch, the fact that over a dozen Heavenly Masters and more than two hundred Heavenly Master Apprentices from the Great Sun Heavenly Sect had gathered was enough to warrant their mobilization.
...
The unrest in Yunqi Mountain Range had not yet reached Lingxiao City.
At this moment, Gu Jinlai was ordering all the armories to operate at full capacity, with a large quantity of bullets, gunpowder, rockets, and shells being produced.
Yes! Shells!
Artillery production technology was actually not complicated.
The influx of numerous apprentices from the Great Sun Heavenly Sect meant each of them was equivalent to a skilled technician.
Although only half of them were versed in Artifact Refining, relying on their exquisite craftsmanship combined with the Heavenly Masters of the Great Sun Heavenly Sect filling in gaps with the Co-spirit Technique, howitzers were rapidly being manufactured at a rate of almost one every half month.
With the production of howitzers, naturally, a sufficient quantity of shells was necessary.
Moreover, Gu Jinlai was concerned that Purgatory Sect handing over Lin Xiao was merely a temporary measure, aimed to stabilize him and wait until after the Divine Sword conference to settle scores. Under this sense of urgency, he naturally ordered all Heavenly Masters and craftsmen to mobilize fully.
...
Lingxiao City.
In the courtyard of Gu Jinlai.
He looked at the Purgatory Reincarnation Technique personally delivered by Vice Sect Master Qin Li, his expression full of surprise.
This efficiency...
Wasn’t it too fast?
He had thought that the Purgatory Sect would drag out producing this cultivation technique for another month or two.
"Elder Gu, while I have brought this sect-suppressing technique to Lingxiao City, Supreme Elder Liu Jingtiao of my Purgatory Sect has already descended the mountain, heading straight for Starlight City. His purpose is to warn the State Lord Mansion, or rather, Xin Tianqi. With him personally stepping in, the people at the State Lord Mansion will have to think thrice before they dare make a move against you."
Qin Li said with a smile.
Gu Jinlai gave him a glance.
He already knew from Zhao Qian and others that this vice sect master was on his side.
Although Qin Li’s main purpose was to oppose Lin Xiao and suppress this rival, to some extent, he was like a chess piece Gu Jinlai used against Lin Xiao. Even though Qin Li played a considerable role in helping him survive the initial tough times, Gu Jinlai saw him as somewhat expendable.
"With the Supreme Elder taking action, the people from the State Lord Mansion will certainly not dare to act rashly," Gu Jinlai said.
"From this, we can see that the Supreme Elder places great importance on Elder Gu. With the Supreme Elder and the Sect Master both vouching for you, your promotion to Elder is without a doubt. Allow me to offer a congratulatory gift in advance and congratulate Elder Gu," Qin Li said, bowing respectfully.
Behind him, a disciple passed forward a jade box.
There was no getting around giving a gift.
Even as a Red Robed Elder, his status was already not below that of a deputy sect master. As an elder involved in the sect’s decision-making, he far outweighed the significance of a vice sect master like himself.
Initially, to deal with Lin Xiao, there was a suspicion of using Gu Jinlai, even though it was a minor issue. But to avoid future trouble, he had to try his best to make amends.
Who could have imagined that Gu Jinlai, an elder whose position in the Purgatory Sect was once precarious and who was nearly branded a rebel, could achieve such a splendid reversal and become a significant figure in the Purgatory Sect?
Thirty years in the east and thirty years in the west.
The ancients have not deceived me.
"Vice Sect Master Qin is thoughtful," Gu Jinlai said, somewhat guessing Qin Li’s intentions. He did not refuse, accepting the gift: "Although it is too early to talk about being promoted to Elder, when the day truly comes, and the celebration feast is held, I will certainly invite Vice Sect Master Qin to attend."
"Elder Gu’s regard is an honor. I will surely attend when the time comes," Qin Li said, visibly relieved, and hurriedly bowed in response.
After exchanging a few words, Qin Li departed.
Gu Jinlai then returned to his study and opened the jade box.
Inside...
Was actually a Ghost Stone.
The Ghost Stone, similar to the Shuo Guang Stone that Gu Jinlai had obtained from Yun Guantian, was one of the main materials for refining spiritual tools.
However, it was often used to refine war armors.
This material could effectively reduce the weight of spiritual artifacts.
"Infused with Ghost Stone, a suit of armor weighing hundreds of pounds could be reduced to just tens of pounds, or even less than ten pounds..." Gu Jinlai recalled the information on this material: "These materials for refining flying swords and spiritual tools simply disregard the laws of physics."
So, after Darwin’s theory found no closure in this world, Newton too would rise from his grave if he came here.
At that moment, he seemed to think of something.
Ghost Stone, making something that weighs hundreds of pounds become just tens of pounds, or even less than ten pounds.
And...
"The main power core of Floating Island seems to be Ghost Stone," Gu Jinlai mused with an unusual look: "This Ghost Stone, it doesn’t naturally have an anti-gravity field, does it?"
He weighed the stone in his hand but ultimately decided to put it away first.
He would research it when he had free time.
What he needed to do urgently now was to understand, based on the momentum of Devas, whether the Qi of Qiantian Purple Qi Technique could truly help him comprehend the Tendency Realm.
After securing the Ghost Stone, he swiftly flipped open the Purgatory Reincarnation Technique brought by Qin Li.
As one of the three major sect-suppressing techniques of the Purgatory Sect, the threshold to begin practicing the Purgatory Reincarnation Technique was very low.
One could start from the Refining God Realm.
Beyond comprehending the momentum of heaven and earth, it recorded the Yin God Refining Method and Primordial Spirit Condensing Method.
Gu Jinlai skipped the first two sections and carefully reviewed the mysteries between Primordial Spirit True Monarch and the momentum of heaven and earth.
After only a brief glance, his expression already showed a hint of realization.
"Purgatory Reincarnation Technique, is it actually about splitting numerous divine thoughts to attach to living beings, experiencing the joys and sorrows of their lives, then gathering these beings’ wills, refining them into one, thus transforming the spirit, elevating the soul, and eventually Refining God Returning Void, to draw upon the momentum of heaven and earth?"
This method...
Was quite similar to the method of becoming a god through gathering the beliefs of myriad beings.
"So, Jiang Chongshan was telling the truth."
So he...
Should he really choose this path?
