Chapter 1033: Competing for Fate (4K)_2

He was still striving for the Taiyi Perfection Sixth Realm.

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On the Five Emperors’ Platform, Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch and Zhang Jian both appeared in form, Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch was surrounded by flowing Divine Light, and twelve Qiankun Sun and Moon Beads transformed into invisible rays blending into her being.

At this moment, she gazed at Zhang Jian and sighed.

“Fellow Daoist Di Huang’s techniques are truly admirable; I never imagined Fellow Daoist Di Huang would have cultivated the Infinite Great Bright Cloud. In this battle, I concede defeat wholeheartedly.”

After a pause, she set her star-like eyes upon Zhang Jian.

“Since I have lost, I will honor our promise by sending that Innate Spiritual Treasure to the Three Emperors Celestial Realm a hundred years from now. Additionally, my junior disciple can select three desired treasures from the Eight Desolates Dragon Realm’s Treasure Vault!”

Zhang Jian slightly bowed.

“In that case, many thanks, Fellow Daoist Yu Zuo!”

Zhang Jian’s expression remained unchanged, trusting in Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch’s integrity.

Given Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch’s current reputation, she wouldn’t easily tarnish her name over an Innate Spiritual Treasure, which would damage the Water Mother Daoist Palace’s honor.

A noble family lineage is unlike the Demon Dao Lineage or a heterodox sect.

Yet, gazing at the Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch so close at hand, Zhang Jian’s heart inevitably felt some turbulence.

After this duel, Zhang Jian clearly understood the prowess of Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch.

This Second-Transformation Daoist Monarch’s skills were not simple.

This victory was somewhat fortunate.

He hadn’t expected the treasure exchanged with Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood would help win the duel at a crucial moment.

Without the Primordial Jade Pearl, defeating this Second-Transformation Daoist Monarch might not have been easy.

Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch pondered slightly, then suddenly asked.

“Fellow Daoist Di Huang, would you be interested in a transaction with me?”

“Oh?”

Zhang Jian’s expression shifted slightly.

Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch’s eyes gleamed, speaking telepathically.

“Thousands of years ago, I encountered a unique opportunity. If the transaction succeeds, it would greatly benefit both our practices!”

“However, there are too many ears here, Fellow Daoist Di Huang. I shall seek you again a millennium later when I enter the Three Emperors Celestial Realm.”

Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch glanced at Zhang Jian before her.

Unable to obtain the Four Seas Pearl, that special Innate Spiritual Treasure, she could only settle for second best, seeing if she could recruit Zhang Jian.

This Fellow Daoist Di Huang’s Destiny was as bright as a rainbow; aligning with him might aid her ambitions.

Though before the transaction, there were some preparations she needed to make.

Zhang Jian glanced at Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch, slightly nodding in response.

At that moment, they agreed that a hundred years later, they would enter the Celestial Demon Realm and send Bai Liying into the Eight Desolates Dragon Realm to choose their treasures.

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The duel ended, the news spread through the All Heavens Void rapidly.

Whether Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch or Fellow Daoist Di Huang became figures of great interest in the All Heavens Void in a short time.

Especially Fellow Daoist Di Huang Zhang Jian, from his cultivation in the Zhou Mountain Realm, many old stories were dug up, making him prominent.

Three Emperors Celestial Realm, Tongshan

At this moment, both inside and outside the mountain gate were bustling.

Zhang Jian’s victory over Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch brought honor to the Tongshan Dao Lineage.

In a short time, the reputation of the entire Tongshan Dao Lineage was rising through the ranks.

Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch was no unknown figure, but an established monarch for over ten Inference Eras.

Currently, the Immortals on the mountain were also feasting and discussing the event.

Even the Second Generation disciples of the Tongshan Dao Lineage couldn’t help but smile.

Including Tianhe Master.

Since Zhang Jian’s enlightenment, Tianhe Master rarely showed joy until the victory over Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch.

This gave Tianhe Master hope.

Tongshan Dao Lineage has added such a powerful new monarch; gathering three monarchs might secure a shared position in the Three Emperors Celestial Realm or the Central Celestial Realm.

Wine doesn’t intoxicate, people intoxicate themselves!

In the great hall, King Yu also brought out the accumulated Immortal Brew and some stock from Tongshan Dao Lineage for everyone to indulge and drink heartily.

However, the great hall’s true joy came from the Chufa Lineage’s immortals and many Zhang Clan Immortals.

Especially the Zhang Clan Immortals.

Their ancestor defeating a seasoned monarch was a source of pride for the entire Zhang Immortal Race.

After a bout of eating and drinking, the entire hall was in disarray, with many Immortal Gods somewhat losing composure, even falling into ‘drunken’ states.

Beside Zhang Jian, Madam Qi had already passed out.

Bai Liying’s Dao Practice was growing, her Dao Heart cold and reserved, with only a hint of rosy cheeks but still smiling.

Other Immortal Consorts, Madam Meng and Madam Yun, had also fallen, while Madam Ji, sitting beside Bai Liying, directed her beautiful eyes toward Zhang Jian.

Further away, Zhang Yi and his wife were already drunk to unconsciousness.

As for Zhang Yi, Zhang Xian, and Zhang Zhao, the three sons were still energized, engaging in lively discussions with some Zhang Clan descendants and some Tongshan Dao Lineage Immortals.

Witnessing this, even Zhang Jian’s eye held some amusement.

Beside him, Madam Ji smiled and said.

“Husband, from today onward, not only will the Tongshan Dao Lineage expand further, but the Zhang Clan Immortal Race will also usher in another round of expansion. Whether it’s Tongshan or Zhang Clan, more Immortal Gods and powerful figures will be born!”

Bai Liying’s expression remained unchanged, simply smiling and saying.

“The Zhang Clan’s development is swift, but we must also strive to grow and relieve the burden from husband!”

Madam Ji swept her charming eyes towards Bai Liying and laughed.

“Sister Bai is now a disciple of the Water Mother Daoist Palace and has cultivated the Innate Divine Body. Ultimately, among us, only Sister Bai can quickly assist husband, truly enviable!”

Hearing Madam Ji’s words, other Zhang Clan Immortals also cast their eyes upon Bai Liying.

They were well aware of Bai Liying’s current status.

They knew this second lady (foremother) was a disciple of the Water Mother Daoist Palace, bearing the Xuan Ming Divine Position and inheriting the Winter God’s authority from the All Heavens Void, destined to have a Divine Position of her own in the future.

Bai Liying shook her head at this and said.

“The Great Dao is arduous; we can only be diligent, patch things up little by little, so how can it be quick!”

Zhang Jian glanced at Bai Liying with some concern.

“Wife, will defeating Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch affect you?”

Zhang Jian slightly furrowed his brows.

Bai Liying heard and laughed.

“Husband, you needn’t worry about this matter; influence will undoubtedly exist, but I am no pushover, able to be manipulated!”

Her eyes held a touch of coldness within.

Then she laughed.

“Moreover, with Master presiding over the situation, the Water Mother Daoist Palace is not a place where others can casually suppress dissent!”

Zhang Jian nodded.

He did not doubt Bai Liying’s earnest pursuit of the Dao.

Having trained under the Water Mother Daoist Palace for so long, he believed Bai Liying had gained the ability to protect herself.

Honestly speaking, no matter the resistance from Bai Liying’s peers, she remained the Water Mother’s direct disciple.

Protected by Lady Water Mother, she won’t face undue troubles.

The great hall lay in disarray.

All Immortals felt immensely relaxed.

Before leaving the hall, King Yu and Lady Qingqiu Madam Tushan privately met with Zhang Jian to advise him.

“Ah Yu, you are currently in the limelight, but this may not be beneficial for you. I recommend that you remain low-key during this period!”

At the hall’s entrance, King Yu’s expression was solemn.

Beside him, Lady Qingqiu Madam Tushan also spoke.

“Ah Yu, your actions during this time have been quite prominent. There’s no need for further risks; take advantage of this period to cultivate deeply, settle yourself, and prepare for crossing the Second Destruction Tribulation!”

Lady Qingqiu also recognized Zhang Jian’s fast progress in Dao Practice.

He likely had hopes of reaching the Second Transformation Daoist Monarch Realm within tens of millennia.

If he could ascend to the Second Transformation Daoist Monarch within tens of millennia, Zhang Jian would be promising in this Inference Era.

Additionally, King Yu’s advice was sensible.

During this period, Zhang Jian was exceptionally brilliant.

“The tree standing out in the forest!”

Zhang Jian nodded, understanding this principle.

He feared that the Demon Monarchs from the Six Great Demon Realms had already set their sights on him.

In the following century, Zhang Jian didn’t leave the Three Emperors Celestial Realm to return to the Nine Netherworld for his duties, instead seizing the opportunity to retreat.

This duel with Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch revealed many shortcomings in him.

Concerning certain Daoist Techniques, he also had many ideas.

Soon after, Zhang Jian received news that Yu Zuo Daoist Monarch had sent someone to deliver the wagered treasure to the Three Emperors Celestial Realm.

It was a one-of-a-kind Innate Spiritual Treasure!