Chapter 1650
Crisis
"If the three of us transcend together, the family's strength will decline, and some forces will inevitably come to test us. It's better for them to stay in the family and deter others."
Qingxuan explained, then added, "Then we're leaving. The family is in your hands now!"
After saying this, the three of them transformed into rainbow light and left Wanxian Mountain together.
The clan chief watched them leave, his heart filled with sorrow.
It should be noted that these three Spirit Ancestors are not members of the Li family, nor are they even human. They only stayed in the family because of the entrustment of Ancestor Li Zhirui.
Moreover, they have provided considerable assistance to the protection, development, and expansion of the family over the years.
On the contrary, the family did not provide any benefit to their cultivation.
From any perspective, the Li family has wronged these three Spirit Ancestors.
"Ugh!"
Thinking of this, the clan chief couldn't help but sigh.
The emotions expressed were very complex, including feelings of apology towards Qingxuan and the other two, as well as concerns about the future development of the family.
"What's this?!"
Just as he sat back down, he suddenly saw a brocade pouch in front of him.
"Are these spiritual artifacts left to the family by the three Spirit Ancestors?"
But when he opened it, he found only a jade slip inside, and the contents were very simple.
But this caused the clan leader's expression to change drastically. He immediately ordered all the Celestial Immortals in Shanhai Prefecture to return, repeatedly saying, "Please, please don't let this happen!"
……
at the same time.
Qingxuan, Qingpeng, and Qingxuan have already crossed the sky and arrived at the edge of the world's membrane.
"Should we start at the same time, or one at a time?"
"Let's start at the same time."
Qingcang said, "We are not very important in the Yuanling Realm. Even if we transcend together, the commotion will not be too great. If we transcend one by one, it will be easier to attract more attention."
"it is good!"
Qingpeng nodded indifferently.
The three then separated, and after making sure they wouldn't disturb each other, they began to transcend their own limitations!
As Qingcang said, they were not like Li Chengsheng, Li Chengshuo, or Diyuan Niangniang, who were great gods of great importance to the Yuanling Realm. Gods like the two of them were not many in the divine path, but they were not rare either.
Therefore, their transcendence did not attract the attention of the Heavenly Dao, so the commotion was very small and did not attract much attention from living beings.
As for Qingxuan? He is a cultivator of the immortal path, and he is not only of no help to the Yuanling Realm, but is also a burden.
Heaven was even less concerned about his departure.
"Wow! What a wonderful day it is today that three celestial beings have transcended immortality at the same time."
A celestial being who was watching from afar couldn't help but exclaim in surprise upon seeing the scene.
"When did transcendence become so simple and easy?!"
The other celestial beings also found it incredible.
They painstakingly accumulate spiritual objects and gain merit, yet they are still far from transcending the cycle of rebirth. How come it's so easy for others?
Several celestial beings couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy. However, transcending the mortal realm was different from undergoing tribulation; even if others intervened, it wouldn't have any effect.
Unless they directly attack the beings that are transcending, but that would lead to a fight to the death!
No one wants to act this way.
Moreover, they were only projecting their consciousness, not their actual bodies. Even if they wanted to do something, they couldn't, and could only watch helplessly as Qingxuan and the other two transcended.
Qingxuan's transcendence was uneventful, without any unexpected events. He used his merits to offset most of the karma, and resolved the rest by sacrificing chaotic spiritual objects.
"hiss!"
One of the celestial beings couldn't help but gasp, saying, "This person is far too arrogant, offering up twenty chaotic spiritual objects in one go."
"He was also extremely lucky; otherwise, he would have obtained so many chaotic spiritual objects that are rarely seen by others."
Envy couldn't help but show in everyone's eyes, but unfortunately, they couldn't learn this kind of situation even if they wanted to.
As for Qingpeng and Qingcang's transcendence, there were no unexpected events. However, because they had severed their divine duties and positions, their condition was relatively weak.
"gone!"
Qingxuan stepped out of the world membrane first, while Qingpeng and Qingxuan came out a while later.
The three stood in the void, looking at the world they had lived in for who knows how many years. A hint of reluctance appeared in their eyes, but it quickly disappeared.
After all, they had been longing for transcendence for many years.
Moreover, leaving the Yuanling Realm and entering the void chaos was also for the sake of one's own path. In the face of this matter, those feelings of sadness and reluctance are not worth mentioning at all.
So the three of them only stayed for a moment before turning around and leaving without hesitation, quickly disappearing into the vast chaos.
……
Inside the Elemental Realm.
After Qingxuan and the other two left, the crowd began to discuss their identities.
"Judging from their familiar manner, they must be from the same faction, did you know that?"
"do not know."
None of the three were flamboyant people, nor had they ever sought fame in the outside world, so for a time, no one could answer the question.
But unexpectedly, a celestial being actually aware of it.
"I remember now!"
Suddenly, a celestial being spoke up: "Do you still remember the Earth God who improved the method of transcendence thousands of years ago?"
"It's okay if you don't remember, but you should have a deep impression of the previous Sun Star Lord and Moon Star Lord, right?"
Everyone was taken aback, but no one present was a fool, and they quickly realized what was happening.
"You mean, they're all from the same faction?" a surprised voice rang out.
"That's right, they all belong to the Heavenly Court of the Divine Path!"
But unexpectedly, there really was a fool in the crowd.
Everyone completely ignored what he said.
"That's right!"
The fairy nodded, her tone slightly seductive, and said, "These people all come from a cultivation family, the Li family of Wanxian Mountain in Shanhaizhou, northeast of Dongzhou!"
"Think about it, why is it so easy for the celestial beings in this family to transcend? There must be a secret that is unknown to outsiders!"
To be honest, the reason he knew that Qingpeng and Qingcang came from the Li family was because he found out incidentally when he was investigating Li Mingyao.
And through this line of inquiry, they also learned about the backgrounds of Li Chengsheng and Li Chengshuo.
Now, three more celestial beings have successfully transcended the mundane world.
The first and second times could be explained by their superior skills and abilities, but what about the third time?
Compared to other celestial beings, their transcendence seems far too simple.
The other celestial beings' eyes gleamed upon hearing these words. This person's meaning was quite simple: he was encouraging them to go to the Li family and obtain the special secret technique that would help them transcend!
"But what if the Li family doesn't actually possess any so-called secret techniques?" a celestial being suddenly asked. "When you said that, did you truly believe it in your heart?"
The man was speechless. Did he believe it? He probably did, but in the end, greed prevailed.
After all, if I mastered the secret technique, wouldn't I be able to transcend and leave the Yuanling Realm sooner?
In a few words, the group agreed to go to Wanshan Mountain together.
If the Li family is sensible, then they will make a deal, after all, they still need to maintain some decorum. But if they are not sensible, then they shouldn't blame them for being ruthless!
……
at the same time.
In the Wanxian Mountain, the remaining dozen or so Celestial Immortals of the Li family were all stationed in the clan's territory to prevent anyone from invading and attacking the family.
"The strength of our family is well known to all the major powers around us. Even though the three Spirit Ancestors have transcended, they are still very powerful. They shouldn't dare to come, right?" a certain Celestial Immortal said confidently.
“That’s what I think too,” several celestial beings echoed.
For these clansmen who grew up after the Li family became powerful, they felt that with the family's strength, other forces would not dare to even entertain the idea.
The clan leader, however, was not as confident as they were. Thinking about the contents of the jade slip, a look of worry couldn't help but appear in his eyes.
But reality is completely the opposite of what they thought!
Dozens of celestial beings from different factions gathered outside Wanxian Mountain.
"What's going on?!"
In an instant, everyone became extremely panicked.
Only the clan leader, his hands clenched tightly, his face pale, murmured, "The Azure Spirit Ancestor really guessed right!"
That brocade pouch was left behind by Qingcang.
The contents of the jade slip were quite simple: the family's successive emergence of celestial immortals would inevitably attract the attention of those with ulterior motives, and at that time, various forces might join forces to besiege the family.
If a fight were to break out, the family, with its advantageous location, might not be without the strength to fight.
But that would result in serious casualties, so it's not worth it. It would be better to use the Spirit Absorption Technique that Qingxuan bought from the Chaos Merchant Guild to quell this disaster.
Anyway, the Soul Absorption Technique is protected by the Chaos Merchant Guild's restrictions, so apart from members of the Li family, no one else can see its contents.
Trying to forcefully break through the restrictions will only put you in danger.
Then, we'll tell them the information about the Chaos Merchant Guild and let them search for it in the void themselves. Perhaps that will help them overcome this calamity.
If they don't believe it, then we'll have to confront them head-on!
However, it now appears that the situation is more serious than Qingcang had imagined.
"Chieftain, what should we do now?!"
An elder, his face filled with worry and fear, said, "The opponent is too strong. Even with the mountain-protecting formation, we are no match for them."
"Don't worry, I have a way to solve this." The clan leader forced himself to calm down, reassuring the clansmen while sending several celestial immortals with some of the clan's cultivation seeds to the vicinity of the teleportation array.
If things go wrong, immediately leave the family through the teleportation array to continue the family's legacy!
"Fellow Daoists of the Li family, please do not be nervous or afraid. We have come here today to make a deal with your family." A Celestial Immortal, who had been chosen to represent these forces, communicated with the Li family.
Upon hearing this, the clan chief breathed a sigh of relief.
Thankfully! They didn't launch an attack right away, which means there's still a chance to negotiate!
"What do you fellow Daoists wish to trade?"
With that, he left the tribe's territory alone.
"I've heard that your family possesses a secret technique that can help one transcend worldly desires. I wonder if you would be willing to part with it?" the man asked directly.
As expected! The Azure Spirit Ancestor guessed correctly!
“Fellow Daoist is right. Our family did indeed obtain a secret technique in the void that is beneficial for transcendence.”
boom--
These words immediately caused a huge uproar among the crowd, and everyone looked at the Li family patriarch with greedy eyes.
"But I'm sorry, this secret technique is subject to a high-level restriction and cannot be passed on to any living being outside the Li family."
Before they could speak, he continued, "Of course, I know you won't believe me, but that secret technique is recorded in this jade slip."
"But what price will be paid for forcibly breaking through the restrictions, I have no idea."
After saying that, he handed the jade slip directly to them.
"This……"
For a moment, no one dared to accept the jade slip.
Because that jade slip was clearly not a spiritual object from the Yuanling Realm, and it was indeed sealed with a restriction.
Moreover, the other party's frankness convinced them of this explanation.
Of course, what truly convinced them was an experiment conducted by a celestial being using a demonic beast.
The moment the demon beast probed the jade slip with its divine sense, the restriction was activated, and its soul exploded, killing it instantly!
Then the celestial being, who had initially harbored some doubts, immediately believed it.
The scene became even quieter, with only the sound of a gentle breeze.
"Fellow Daoist just mentioned that this secret technique was obtained from the void? Could you please tell us the method?" After a long silence, a celestial being broke the silence.
"I wonder if you all know that there is a merchant guild in the void called the Chaos Merchant Guild. Not only can they trade safely in the void, but they can also travel to other levels of the void."
The patriarch frankly stated, "This secret technique was purchased by our ancestor, Li Zhirui, from the Chaos Merchant Guild."
"The Chaos Merchant Guild? Why have I never heard of it?" someone questioned.
"His whereabouts are mysterious and unpredictable. Only the patriarch Li Zhirui of the family has been there. As for whether it is true or not, it is up to you to judge for yourselves."
After a pause, the clan leader continued, "This jade slip contains information about the Chaos Merchant Guild. If you are interested, you can take a look."
After saying that, he took back the jade slip containing the secret technique of absorbing spirits, and then turned and returned to his clan's territory.
During this process, not a single person intervened.
They all rushed to examine the contents of the jade slip.
"Clan leader, is what you're saying true? Does the clan really have such a secret technique?" As soon as the clan leader returned to Wanxian Mountain, someone immediately asked.
To avoid giving himself away, he nodded very naturally and said, "Yes, but apart from the clan leaders of each generation, only clan members who have broken through to the peak of the Heavenly Immortal realm are qualified to know."
Outside Mount Wanxian, the celestial beings began a heated discussion after reading the jade slip.
Do you think what he said was true or false?
"Nine times true, one time false."
"The secret techniques and the Chaos Merchant Guild should really exist, but the way to obtain secret techniques is probably not that simple."
"In this vast void, how do we find that so-called Chaos Merchant Guild?"
"Did I mention that those carrying valuable treasures or possessing great fortune are more likely to encounter them?"
As they chatted, a celestial being departed.
Since we can't get the secret technique from the Li family and we already know its source, there's no need to stay here any longer.
Before long, all the dozens of celestial beings disappeared without a trace.
"call!"
The clan leader could finally breathe a sigh of relief. (End of Chapter)