Terran Guardian - Chapter 3769

Chapter 3745 The Golden Palace Venerable’s Appreciation

Inside the Heavenly Rank Immortal Abode.

Two figures sat facing each other.

One

was the Golden Palace Venerable, and the other was Shen Changqing.

“I’ve always heard that Heavenly Rank Immortal Abodes are the best in Heavenly Dao Immortal City. Seeing it today, I finally understand what a Heavenly

Rank Immortal Abode truly is!” Shen Changqing exclaimed, somewhat surprised by the cultivation environment within.

Here,

the immortal energy

was incredibly dense, ten or even a hundred times stronger than in a Profound Rank Immortal Abode.

With every breath, countless streams of immortal energy surged forth.

Theoretically speaking,

as long as one could withstand such an influx of immortal energy and their cultivation could endlessly improve, a mortal here could step into the Immortal King Realm in just a few breaths.

However,

this wasn’t the most powerful aspect of the Heavenly Rank Immortal Abode.

Most importantly,

it contained innate immortal energy.

This immortal energy could mend a cultivator’s damaged foundation and also contained the power of the Great Dao.

The only difference between this Heavenly Rank Immortal Abode and a Top-Grade Immortal Stone is that it lacks the wisp of Immortal Qi for Longevity.

This is understandable, however.

Immortal Qi for Longevity can extend a cultivator’s lifespan.

If a Heavenly Rank Immortal Abode contained such Qi, wouldn’t it mean that an Immortal Emperor could truly achieve immortality simply by staying here?

Moreover, compared to a Half-Saint who must endure the Five Signs of Decay, an Immortal Emperor could achieve immortality without suffering any calamities.

But in reality, for an Immortal Emperor, achieving immortality is as difficult as ascending to heaven.

Even if they were lucky enough to find the Elixir of Immortality, they could only live one more life at most.

Nevertheless, the power of a Heavenly Rank Immortal Abode is undeniably alluring.

Venerable Jinque smiled faintly: “The Heavenly Dao Immortal City has thirty-six Heavenly Rank Immortal Abodes, each built upon a top-grade immortal vein, hence their extraordinary immortal Qi.

If you are interested, you may often come here to cultivate.

After all, such a vast immortal abode is just sitting empty; I don’t need much on a daily basis!

“

Venerable Jinque wasn’t lying.

At his level, the next realm above was the Saint.

But achieving Sainthood was far beyond the reach of a mere Heavenly Rank Immortal Abode.

Not just one, but ten or a hundred Heavenly Rank Immortal Abodes wouldn’t suffice.

This level emphasized the profound mysteries of the Great Dao; if one could comprehend that barrier, one could hope to take that step, and vice versa.

However…

before Shen Changqing could reply, Venerable Jinque abruptly changed the subject.

“Today, your Xuantian Dao Sect acted rashly, killing a prince of the Eternal Immortal Court in front of everyone.

Although Qin Zhou only holds the title of Prince Qin and is not highly regarded in the Eternal Immortal Court, he still carries the blood of the Qin Immortal Clan.

Your actions are a slap in the face to the entire Eternal Immortal Court.

Within the Heavenly Dao Immortal City, the Eternal Immortal Court might have some reservations and not easily attack you, but once you leave the Heavenly Dao Immortal City, everything will be different.”

“This matter was initiated by the Eternal Immortal Court. From the moment Qin Zhou appeared, there has been no possibility of reconciliation between my Xuantian Dao Sect and the Eternal Immortal Court.

Even if my Xuantian Dao Sect sacrifices a prodigy to help Qin Zhou ascend the Ancient Immortal Stele, it will be the same.

Since it is a dead end no matter what, I naturally have no intention of surrendering.

Even if my Xuantian Dao Sect cannot escape this calamity, I will make the Eternal Immortal Court pay the price!”

Shen Changqing’s expression was resolute, his eyes filled with undisguised killing intent.

This was an unsolvable situation.

Unless…

The Xuantian Dao Sect completely abandoned the opportunity presented by the Heavenly Dao Divine Stele.

But as the saying goes,

those who fight live,

those who yield perish!

If the Xuantian Dao Sect yields today, and tomorrow, and in the future, will it continue to yield indefinitely?

Eventually, the Xuantian Dao Sect will reach a point where it can neither yield nor retreat.

At that time,

it will also be a dead end.

Therefore,

Shen Changqing neither wanted to yield nor retreat.

He had already made this decision in his heart.

Looking at Shen Changqing’s expression, Venerable Jinque understood his thoughts, and the admiration in his eyes deepened.

“Originally, the problem of the Eternal Immortal Court wasn’t unsolvable. As long as Qin Zhou lived, you could have joined my Taiyi Holy Land. Even if the Eternal Immortal Court had any ideas then, it wouldn’t be a problem.

But unfortunately, Gu Qingyang killed Qin Zhou and slaughtered a member of the Eternal Immortal Court’s royal bloodline. This matter could be big or small.

However, if you’re willing to hand over Gu Qingyang, I still have a way to resolve your grievances with the Eternal Immortal Court.

With the reputation of the Taiyi Holy Land, I believe the Eternal Immortal Court won’t go too far, even if they have any ideas.

After all, as one of the Six Sects, Nine Dynasties, and Thirteen Holy Lands, my Taiyi Holy Land is no weaker than the Eternal Immortal Court—”

Venerable Jinque paused for a moment before speaking.

Shen Changqing, upon hearing this, cupped his hands and said, “I understand your intentions, Senior, but Gu Qingyang is my personally taught disciple; how can I hand him over?

Since Qin Zhou is dead, whatever methods the Eternal Immortal Court uses, I will accept them all.”

This answer

was within Venerable Jinque’s expectations.

Although this was only their first meeting, he already knew quite a bit about the man before him.

“What I admire most about you isn’t your talent or potential, but your unwavering, decisive Dao heart.

Very well, our meeting is fate. This item was obtained by me long ago; it’s called the Void-Breaking Talisman.

This talisman contains a trace of the power of an ancient being. If you ever find yourself in dire straits, this talisman can help you break through all restrictions and find a glimmer of hope.”

“However—”

“The final destination of this Void-Breaking Talisman is unknown. After using it, you might find yourself in a safe place, or you might find yourself in a perilous and desperate place.

Therefore, to use this item, you must have sufficient luck.”

“This item is of little use to me, but I bestow it upon you today, hoping that one day it may offer you a glimmer of hope when facing the Eternal Immortal Court!”

Upon hearing this, Shen Changqing’s gaze fell upon the golden talisman before him. The talisman, about the size of a palm, was inscribed with profound and unfathomable Daoist principles, radiating an ancient and abyssal aura.

A Void-Breaking Talisman!

He understood the power of such a talisman from the words of Venerable Jinque.

To put it bluntly

, having such a treasure was equivalent to having an extra life. Faced with this

treasure,

Shen Changqing did not refuse.

He accepted the Void-Breaking Talisman and then respectfully bowed to Venerable Jinque.

“I will remember your kindness today, Senior. If you have any requests in the future, please feel free to ask, and I will certainly not refuse!”

These words made Venerable Jinque smile faintly: “No need for words of repayment; let’s talk about it after you have overcome this great tribulation.”

“I can assure you, within the Heavenly Dao Immortal City, the Eternal Immortal Court will never lay a hand on you.

But matters outside the Heavenly Dao Immortal City are beyond my control.”

“That’s enough, Senior!”

“Alright, this matter is settled. Go about your business as you see fit. I won’t keep you any longer.”

Venerable Jinque directly dismissed him, and Shen Changqing rose to take his leave.

After he left the Immortal Mansion, the smile on Venerable Jinque’s face vanished, replaced by a touch of melancholy.

“It’s been many years since a prodigy dared to directly challenge the Six Sects, Nine Dynasties, and Thirteen Holy Lands. I wonder how far this young man can go.

It’s a pity I couldn’t recruit him into the Taiyi Holy Land; otherwise, the Holy Land would surely produce a top-tier expert in the future!” “

Golden Palace Venerable sighed.

To be honest,

he greatly admired Shen Changqing.

A prodigy with unparalleled talent, astonishing potential, and unwavering Dao heart—such a genius, barring an unexpected demise, was destined to become a Venerable and a Saint in the future.

But unfortunately,

the Taiyi Holy Land wasn’t his personal fiefdom.

Even as a Ninth Tribulation Half-Saint, Golden Palace Venerable couldn’t sway the entire Holy Land’s decision.

Taking in Shen Changqing was easy, but if it escalated the conflict with the Eternal Immortal Court, it was unnecessary.

In any case,

Qin Zhou’s death had made the situation more serious.

If Shen Changqing were willing to hand over Gu Qingyang, there would still be some room for maneuver, but…” If the other party is determined to protect Gu Qingyang to the death, then there’s nothing that can be done.

Therefore,

even if Venerable Jinque favors him, it’s difficult to get the Taiyi Holy Land to confront the Eternal Immortal Court for the sake of a single Immortal Emperor.

Although the Six Sects, Nine Dynasties, and Thirteen Holy Lands have many grudges and frictions among themselves, they ultimately maintain a delicate balance.

But if the Taiyi Holy Land deliberately protects and intervenes in this matter, then it’s a different story.

The nature

is different, and so are the consequences.

Giving Shen Changqing the Void-Breaking Talisman and ensuring that the Eternal Immortal Court won’t take action in the Heavenly Dao Immortal City are the limits of what Venerable Jinque can do.

Anything more is beyond his capabilities.

“I have done what I could. Now it’s up to you to break this deadlock!”

…

Leaving the Heavenly Immortal Abode, Shen Changqing remained calm and composed.

From the moment he allowed Gu Qingyang to kill Qin Zhou, he had already prepared for the worst.

At worst,

the Eternal Immortal Court would disregard the rules of the Immortal City and openly attack him.

In that case, Shen Changqing would have no choice but to reveal his trump cards and fight the Eternal Immortal Court.

However,

he considered this possibility unlikely.

Although rules are meant to restrain the weak, at least on the surface, the Eternal Immortal Court hadn’t reached the point of recklessly breaking the rules.

The most likely scenario was that they would act after he left the Heavenly Dao Immortal City.

Now,

with the assurance of Venerable Jinque, Shen Changqing felt even more reassured.

As long as the Eternal Immortal Court didn’t break the rules, he had sufficient… He needed time to prepare.

Furthermore,

the Void-Breaking Talisman given to him by Venerable Jinque was also a crucial life-saving trump card.

Using such a trump card properly was tantamount to having an extra life.

He owed a great debt of gratitude this time.

But in Shen Changqing’s view, a debt of gratitude was a debt he could repay later.

The most urgent task at present was to resolve the troubles of the Eternal Immortal Court.

Along the way,

Shen Changqing made no attempt to conceal his whereabouts, completely ignoring the many glances cast his way.

Qin Zhou had perished.

Qin Yuan had retreated.

Shen Changqing understood without a doubt that he was now a celebrity in the Heavenly Dao Immortal City; it would be strange if no one noticed him.

Only after he returned to the Profound Rank Immortal Mansion did these secretly observing gazes finally disappear.