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Novel: [The Primordial Law]
Volume 6: [Battle for the True Inheritance]
Chapter 13 (554): [Sea Dragon City]
(13th of Volume 6)
Translator: Shadow Knight AK
Editor: Shadow Knight AK
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The Jade Boat sped across the East Sea.
Since the revival of the Immortal Dao Dragon Meridian, this once treacherous expanse of ocean had become surprisingly safer due to the influx of Martial-Mystic Cultivators from various realms.
Demon Beasts in the sea no longer dared to indiscriminately attack passing humans, fearing to provoke powerful cultivators they couldn't afford to antagonize.
Meanwhile, the Calamity Crossing Temple, Rice Palace, and Thundercloud Sect, which occupied the Three Islands, were reshaping the maritime order.
It was only a matter of time before the East Sea and its surrounding lands evolved into a vast Life Realm, though internal power divisions remained a challenge.
This all hinged on whether the Nether Realm of the Dead would allow them to carve out territory without resistance.
Tang Wanzhou sat on the ship's railing, holding the Divine Snow Sword as she repeatedly polished it.
She stared intently at the cold glint of the blade, her eyes burning with battle intent and murderous intent.
Suddenly, she said, "I couldn't overcome a single realm to fight an Imperial Disciple. My strongest strike only drew a shallow cut. Qin Zhengyang's strength can't be much weaker than Wenren Tinghai's."
Li Weiyi, standing at the ship's bow, glanced back at her, sensing her inner turmoil.
"He's an Imperial Disciple, one of the most exceptional talents in the world. You wounded him with a strike that crossed realms - do you realize the blow you dealt to his pride? Do you know how crestfallen the Demon Monarch of the Demon Kingdom looked? Besides, you're still young, while he's already lived for ages."
"Moreover, the Deputy Sentinel Lord gave us twenty years. There's no need to rush. Let's go to Dragon City this time as a nostalgic visit. We can relax and enjoy ourselves."
She remained noncommittal, continuing to examine the sword's edge from various angles.
After a long moment, Tang Wanzhou abruptly stood up.
The Divine Snow Sword gleamed brilliantly in the sunlight as her gaze swept across the boundless azure sea.
"I've made my decision! I will go to Dragon City and personally slay Qin Zhengyang."
"This will be an unprecedented trial for my inner self. If I succeed, my resolve will become as unshakable as bedrock, impervious to any force. My confidence and sharpness will not be dulled here; instead, my spirit will be further tempered, allowing me to shatter the seven Immortal Shackles with overwhelming force and reach the other shore."
Li Weiyi gazed at Tang Wanzhou's sharply defined, beautiful profile.
Half of her hair shone black, the other half gold in the sunlight, her figure both proud and exquisitely graceful.
Tang Wanzhou took a deep breath.
"Don't think I'm acting out of spite. I genuinely have greater confidence now. First, Qin Zhengyang would never expect the Cave Void (Dongxu) Camp to dare such an operation after three consecutive defeats."
"Second, Qin Zhengyang can't possibly be stronger than Wenren Tinghai. If I could break through Wenren Tinghai's defenses with a single strike, I can certainly wound him as well."
"Third, I'm not going for a duel, but an assassination. A swift, unexpected strike to end him in one blow."
"Fourth, your Immobilization Talisman is remarkable. It actually managed to freeze Wenren Tinghai for a moment - that instant is crucial! I don't need your help, but could you give me one of those talismans?"
Li Weiyi, who had been watching her expression intently, chuckled.
"You know, without you, the Lingxiao Realm would just be a desolate land ravaged by over a decade of war - a place where people prey on each other, everyone weeping and struggling, suffering and compromising. The capable ones become thieves, drifting with the tide and plundering in the chaos. Even the most responsible among them harbor pessimism and uncertainty about the future. But because of you, I see vibrant vitality, the kind of sunlight that illuminates the earth with such fervor that it turns the sacred snow of the Northern Territory into shimmering gold - beautiful and majestic. The snow remains there, bathed in sunlight on the mountain peaks, yet it never melts, standing aloof from the world."
Tang Wanzhou, sensing Li Weiyi's flattery and mockery, sheathed her sword back into het Ancestral Field.
"Well said. Make sure you say the same to Zuoqiu Hongting in the future."
Li Weiyi's smile faded, recognizing that Tang Wanzhou was now making a life-or-death decision.
He said solemnly, "With my current Psychic Power, the Immobilization Talismans I can craft aren't strong enough. I'll strive to break through to become a Holy Spiritual Master before the Lantern Festival and create more potent talismans. If everything goes well!"
From then on, Tang Wanzhou steered the Jade Boat while Li Weiyi wove a Time Cocoon, seizing every moment to refine his Heavenly Surge Soul.
She stood resolutely at the bow, her gaze growing increasingly calm, a faint smile playing on her lips.
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Propelling the Jade Boat with the Immortal Realm cultivation, they traversed thirty thousand miles in just two days, arriving at Dragon City.
The Ancient Immortal Burial Ground, once submerged beneath the East Sea, was vast.
Over three thousand miles of its land had risen above the surface, forming the largest island in the East Sea.
This exposed land rivaled the Ancient Immortal Sacred Realm in scale.
In many areas, the soil possessed thirty percent of the spiritual energy of Spiritual Soil, surpassing even the Cloud Heaven Immortal Plain.
It could be called "Barren Spiritual Soil."
On such a vast island, countless Medicinal Fields could be cultivated, and countless Sects could be established.
Li Weiyi and Tang Wanzhou were deeply shocked when they arrived at Dragon Island, which had only emerged a few months prior.
How could a space deep beneath the East Sea suddenly rise to the surface?
What kind of divine power could accomplish such a feat?
"The Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi here is incredibly dense," Tang Wanzhou observed.
"This must be the core region where the Immortal Dao Dragon Vein is reviving. In a thousand years, the Barren Spiritual Soil on this island will likely evolve into true Spiritual Soil, transforming this place into a Spiritual Realm."
Li Weiyi noticed numerous ships approaching Dragon Island, and extensive construction was underway in many areas, with Formations being established and large numbers of Demon Beasts and Martial-Mystic Cultivators guarding the island.
Having already stowed the Jade Boat, the two continued their journey by carriage.
In the distance, Li Weiyi spotted the Nine Ring Reef.
The nine reefs that had once barely breached the sea's surface had now transformed into nine towering peaks, each soaring ten thousand meters into the sky.
They pierced the horizon like celestial pillars, their summits shrouded in mist and clouds.
At the foot of the nine peaks stood a colossal boulder.
Inscribed upon it in bold, sweeping strokes were the characters "Dragon Island Calamity Crossing."
Martial-Mystic cultivators passing by mentioned that this monument had been personally carved and transported by the Martial-Mystic Dao Heavenly Emperor from the Calamity Crossing Temple.
From that day forward, the nine peaks became the temple's Daoist training ground on Dragon Island.
The Immortal Tomb, where the remains of an Ancient Immortal Dragon lay buried, had been seized by the Rice Palace.
From a distance, it resembled a dormant volcano with a cratered summit.
Tens of thousands of Martial-Mystic Cultivators from the Bright Rice Realm, along with hundreds of thousands of laborers and Dead Spirits, tirelessly transported supplies up the mountain.
Rumor had it that the Immortal Tomb would serve as the foundation for the "Rice Mother Tower," the fifth Palace Altar of the Rice Palace.
The towering, mountain-like walls of Dragon City emerged on the horizon.
Countless Demon Beasts toiled day and night, repairing breaches in the city's defenses.
Like the Ancient Immortal Burial Ground, only a fraction of Dragon City rose above the waves; the greater part extended beneath the sea.
This submerged portion was the domain of the East Sea Demon Beasts.
The land-based districts, however, were primarily inhabited by humans.
The soldiers guarding the city gate were from the Zuoqiu Sect of the Lingxiao Realm.
Li Weiyi presented the Jiu Li Clan's Waist Token, and they were granted passage without paying any fees.
From the guards, they learned that Thousand Mile Mountain was currently constructing the Dragon City Heavenly Pavilion.
Several months had passed.
While most of Dragon City remained in ruins, the area near the city gate showed signs of revitalization, with bustling crowds filling some streets.
Spiritual artifact-based structures dominated the landscape, and various shops had already opened for business.
"Have you heard? The Sword Dao Imperial Court has officially entered the fray. In the northeastern region of the Lingxiao Realm, they used their heaven-defying methods to restore three ancient prefectures swallowed by darkness to the light in a single stroke. The Snow Sword Tang Court's armies are already clashing with the Dead Spirit Evil entities in those three prefectures."
"The Sword Dao Imperial Court is clearly trying to meddle in the East Sea and seize control of the Immortal Dao Dragon Vein."
"Rumor has it that Meng Quyi discovered a small section of the Phoenix Tree's root in an underground space somewhere in the East Sea."
"Wenren Tinghai seems to have made a major discovery as well, having ventured into another underground space."
"The sea beneath this region where the Immortal Dao Dragon Vein is reviving must be teeming with opportunities, but it's far too dangerous. Without Immortal Realm cultivation, going down there would be suicide."
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A cacophony of voices filled the air, each vying for attention.
Li Weiyi and Tang Wanzhou moved forward, listening to the murmurs around them.
The Dragon City Heavenly Pavilion, built by Thousand Mile Mountain, was a Myriad-Inscriptions Artifact forged directly into existence.
Comprising ten palaces and ten pavilions, it sprawled across a vast area, its exterior gleaming with gold and jade, its dragon pillars rising like a dense forest.
At that moment, countless skilled artisans, summoned from the Lingxiao Realm and Rainforest Living Realm, were busily completing the interior decorations, planting Spiritual Wood, and excavating lakes, every detail meticulously crafted and refined.
Li Weiyi glanced at Tang Wanzhou, signaling her to wait outside.
"Be ready to assist immediately if anything goes wrong," he instructed, "just in case."
Then, he strode forward, projecting the aura of a Nine-Star Spiritual Master to gain access to the pavilion's administrator.
His formidable cultivation served as a passport to respect and a key to resolving any issues.
The administrator, also a Nine-Star Spiritual Master, was an elderly man with white hair and a warm smile.
He informed Li Weiyi that the Heavenly Pavilion had not yet officially opened.
"I'm here to see Third Young Master Lu," Li Weiyi stated.
The administrator's smile froze as he scrutinized Li Weiyi.
"May I ask how you knew Third Young Master Lu was in Dragon City?"
"We made arrangements over three months ago," Li Weiyi replied.
"Ah, so you're the honored guest Third Young Master Lu specifically instructed us to welcome. Please, come inside."
The administrator bowed slightly, his demeanor growing even more respectful as he led Li Weiyi into the pavilion's interior.
Simultaneously, he sent a psychic message to Lu Jingshen, informing him of the visitor's arrival.
One of the Ten Palaces and Ten Pavilions of Dragon City's Heavenly Pavilion had been fully decorated, planted with exotic herbs, and arranged with Qi-gathering and spirit-nourishing formations. The vegetation grew at an astonishing rate, filling the air with a refreshing fragrance.
The maids who moved about were all chosen for their exceptional beauty and grace, one in a thousand.
Lu Jingshen hurried over, his gaze lingering on Li Weiyi's youthful appearance, now in his early thirties.
He hesitated for a moment, but when their eyes met, his face broke into a wide grin.
"Old Xia, you may withdraw. Instruct the kitchen to prepare our finest dishes and serve our best wine. I'm hosting an honored guest."
After the elderly steward retreated, Lu Jingshen embraced Li Weiyi warmly, then complained, "You've kept me waiting so long! I almost thought I'd never get rid of this Holy Spiritual Pill!"
"I had some urgent matters to attend to," Li Weiyi replied with a smile.
Lu Jingshen lowered his voice conspiratorially.
"You know, I didn't realize how deep this rabbit hole went until I started digging. I know who you are now, but what truly shocked me was Yu'er's background. Was our escape from Xie Wumian and Luo Pingdan her doing?"
"You haven't revealed any of this to anyone, have you?" Li Weiyi asked.
"Do you think I've lived this long without learning discretion?" Lu Jingshen retorted.
"Cross her, and Thousand Mile Mountain won't dare show its face in the Lingxiao Realm or the East Sea again. No one could save me. But if I can seize this rare connection, the benefits will be immeasurable. I've told one person about you, but Yu'er's secrets are buried deep within me. Speaking of Yu'er..."
Li Weiyi feigned a warning tone: "How dare you address her so casually?"
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END OF CHAPTER
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