The Lord of Void and Real
Chapter 1325

Chapter 1325: Chapter 1322: Going Together to a Tiny Place Chapter 1325: Chapter 1322: Going Together to a Tiny Place “Senior Zhen Yuan…” Shen Luo recognized the old man's identity at a glance.

“Boundless Heavenly Emperor, Friend Shen, it has been a while since we last met. Your cultivation level has improved again, congratulations are in order,” Zhenyuanzi said with a smile as he turned around.

Seeing this, Shen Luo immediately stood up straight, gave a respectful bow, and then asked somewhat unexpectedly,

“Senior, have you come to Tianji City specifically for matters concerning this junior?”

“Previously, you helped save the Ginseng fruit tree, and Wuzhuang View has not yet properly thanked you. It is nothing for this old man to make a trip here. Moreover, it has been many years since I've seen the Little Master, so it is a good opportunity to catch up,” Zhenyuanzi replied.

“Previously, I had sent letters to Chang'an Government Office and Wuzhuang View to inform them of the experiences at Lion Camel Ridge. I wonder if Senior has received them? That incident of malicious harm to the Ginseng tree was caused by Lion Camel Ridge, aiming to provoke the conflict between the government office and Wuzhuang View and create chaos,” Shen Luo remembered something important and quickly spoke up.

“I have already seen the letter, so this time I came to see you, also to understand the situation at Lion Camel Ridge in detail,” Zhenyuanzi nodded and said.

Hearing this, Shen Luo couldn't help but frown and ponder for a moment before replying, “The situation at Lion Camel Ridge is somewhat complicated, please listen carefully as this junior explains…”

Shen Luo recounted his experience at Lion Camel Ridge to Zhenyuanzi in great detail.

“I've long known these members of the Demon Clan harbored ill intentions, their so-called peaceful retreat was nothing more than a temporary expedient,” Zhenyuanzi mused.

“Senior, in fact, I feel that the current situation in the Three Realms is even more dangerous. During this time in the Black Abyss Mystical Cave, I encountered the Vice Village Chief of the Demon King Fort, Demon Heart, that guy…” Shen Luo continued, telling Zhenyuanzi about his encounter with Demon Heart and the blood-colored bone staff in the Mystical Cave in full detail.

“To be honest, I have always felt that the demonic troubles of the Three Realms are not truly over,” Shen Luo sighed in the end.

“It's not just you; I too feel a profound sense of unease. The Demon Clan has been vying within the Three Realms for a long time, and even without Chiyou as their leader, they have been constantly resisting over the years. How could it be so easy for them to lay down their arms?” Zhenyuanzi said.

“In my view, they are merely trying to avoid direct confrontation for the time being and have switched from open conflicts to clandestine maneuvers. Right now, we have no clear understanding of their plans. We are in the light, while the enemy remains in the shadows, which is highly disadvantageous for us,” Shen Luo continued.

“Indeed, it's a pity that the Three Realms have been shrouded in the shadow of the demonic troubles for too long, now falling into the joy of believing the disaster of demons to be over and refusing to wake up from it. Mentioning the undying treacherous hearts of the Demon Clan is now seen as disrupting the harmony of the Three Realms. Truth is bitter to the ears, and there are far too many who shut their senses and deceive themselves,” Zhenyuanzi spoke.

“If this continues, the Three Realms are in peril,” Shen Luo sighed.

“Actually, there are those who are aware, but most of them have ulterior motives, intending to take advantage of the Demon Clan's apparent weakness to attempt to cultivate Demonic Path skills and gain control of demonic artifacts. Using these shortcut methods, they aim to swiftly boost their own strength to contend with different races. Little do they know that although Demonic Path skills progress quickly and demonic artifacts are powerful, for the Human Race and Immortal Clan, these are unorthodox and deviant practices, and a misstep could lead to irreversible doom,” Zhenyuanzi said slowly, locking eyes with Shen Luo.

Shen Luo's body jolted with realization, as Zhenyuanzi had seen through him and knew that Shen Luo carried several demonic artifacts. The words spoken before were more of a warning to him.

“Senior's words are understood. While my current situation is somewhat unique, I will certainly not forget Senior's teachings,” Shen Luo said, holding his fists in salute.

“As long as you are clear in your mind, there's no need for me to say more. Regarding matters of the Demon Clan, you can send messages to Wuzhuang View in the future. If there's a time of crisis, contact me with this jade seal. No matter how far apart we are, I will receive the message and come to assist you,” Zhenyuanzi said.

As Zhenyuanzi finished speaking, a crescent-shaped blue jade card floated up and landed before Shen Luo.

“Thank you, Senior,” Shen Luo accepted it and gave thanks with a fist salute.

Zhenyuanzi nodded his head and turned to leave…

A few days later, Shen Luo and Fu Donglai did not linger long. After saying farewell to the Little Master, they left Tianji City.

Once outside the city, Shen Luo asked, “Elder Brother Fu, you have suffered much on this trip to Tianji City with me. What are your plans now? Are you returning to the Great Tang Dynasty Government?”

Fu Donglai pondered for a moment and then shook his head.

“I will not return to the government office. Staying there is comfortable and leisurely, dealing with documents every day and reading travel notes when I'm idle, but this period of time has made me see my own weaknesses clearly. My cultivation level is too weak, and I'm a burden wherever I go. After much thought, I've decided to seek apprenticeship with Mount Fangcun,” Fu Donglai said earnestly.

“Why do you want to join Mount Fangcun?” Shen Luo asked, surprised.

“Mount Fangcun should be the only sect in the Three Realms that, aside from the Demon Clan sects, is willing to accept a member of the Demon Clan like me,” Fu Donglai said with a bitter smile.

“That is true. Bodhi Ancestor has always advocated for teaching without discrimination, never caring about one's background or race when accepting disciples. The Great Sage Equal to Heaven attained his Dao there,” Shen Luo said slowly.

“Where will you go next?” Fu Donglai inquired.

“Mount Fangcun,” Shen Luo said with a sweep of his big hand, his voice clear.

Fu Donglai held back for a good while before he said, “Brother Shen, you don't have to accompany me on this trip.”

“You think too much… I need to repair a treasure which requires two important materials. One is at the East Sea Dragon Palace, the other at Mount Fangcun. I had intended to go to the Dragon Palace first, but since you are going to Mount Fangcun, let's travel together,” Shen Luo said with a smile.

One thing Shen Luo did not say out loud was that he also wanted to see what Mount Fangcun, which had not been destroyed, was like now?

…

Months later, on the Continent of West Niu Hezhou.

On the official road outside of Qiaoxian County, Songshan, two streaks of escape light descended from the sky, revealing two dusty figures.

One of them wore a moon-white long robe and had a rather delicate appearance. The other was tall and burly with a tiger's head and a human body–it was presumably Shen Luo and Fu Donglai.

“Brother Shen, can we truly achieve our desires on this journey?” Fu Donglai voiced some of his worries.

“Although Mount Fangcun is a Human Race sect, it does not discriminate against other races and also recruits descendants of the Immortal and Demon Clans. Therefore, your request to join the sect should not be difficult…” Shen Luo began but then stopped mid-sentence.

“And the matter of borrowing the Map of Mountains and Rivers?” Fu Donglai hesitated.

“I'm afraid that will be much harder to accomplish. This item is not a common magical treasure but a treasured item that concerns the safety of the Three Realms. Mount Fangcun most likely will not lend it out,” Shen Luo sighed and said.

“Previously, I had heard from Master… heard him mention that the Map of Mountains and Rivers was originally used to suppress Chiyou. To ensure the item's security, both Human Immortals and the Immortal Clan made a choice between Zhenyuanzi and Bodhi Ancestor. Ultimately, the item was placed in Mount Fangcun and left in the care of Bodhi Ancestor. After the disaster of demons was resolved, many from the Heavenly Court and Buddhist Sect coveted it, proposing that Bodhi Ancestor hand it over so that the Heavenly Court and the Buddhist Sect could manage it together. However, Bodhi Ancestor outright refused,” Fu Donglai elaborated.

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