The Lord of Void and Real
Chapter 1370

Chapter 1370: Chapter 1366: Coming Out of the Painting Chapter 1370: Chapter 1366: Coming Out of the Painting Town Primordial Great Immortal properly dealt with Bodhi Ancestor's injuries and then helped Mount Fangcun to temporarily set up a simple mountain-protecting array, to prevent those demons with unyielding thievish hearts from returning once they left.

A celebrated and prominent sect known throughout the world also suffered great vitality damage from this battle.

What was even more troubling was that this turmoil had caused the already-loose Anti-demon Alliance to not only exist in name only but also show signs of imminent collapse in substance.

Shen Luo pondered the current situation, feeling that the real world now, after stripping away its layer of illusory prosperity, was actually more unsolvable than Dreamland. At least at that time, everyone had a common goal to strive for, united by a shared hatred and cooperating with a concerted effort, there was still the possibility of cutting through metal with a sharp blade.

But now, the former allies were not only betraying one another but had also gradually shown signs of turning into enemies. The demons' apparent submission to the Immortal Clan was even more worrisome.

Several days passed in a flash.

Atop Mount Fangcun, inside an undamaged great hall, Bodhi Ancestor, Town Primordial Great Immortal, Sun Wukong, and Shen Luo sat facing each other at the hall's entrance.

After a few days of healing, everyone's injuries had significantly improved, and Bodhi Ancestor had also awakened.

“After listening to Daoist Zhenyuanzi's words, I only now realize that Friend Shen has indeed done so much for the Three Realms. It makes this old man feel somewhat ashamed, for I indeed underestimated you before,” Bodhi Ancestor said, with a face yet to heal, wearing a gratified smile.

“Elder flatters me too much, Junior dares not accept such praise,” Shen Luo said, his face showing a sense of embarrassment.

“The miracles in Friend Shen's experience, I initially believed only half, but now I believe nine parts of it. If there's a place where we can help him, we had better lend our full support. Perhaps this is indeed helping the Three Realms,” Zhenyuanzi commented, smiling after glancing at Bodhi Ancestor.

After pondering for a moment upon hearing these words, Bodhi Ancestor looked at Shen Luo and said, “The Map of Mountains and Rivers… I can give it to you.”

“Ancestor, are you serious?” Shen Luo asked with great joy.

“I can give you the Map of Mountains and Rivers, but I'm afraid you might not be able to receive it,” Bodhi Ancestor said.

Shen Luo didn't understand what he meant but heard Zhenyuanzi explain:

“This Map of Mountains and Rivers is also an age-old treasure, refined from the essence of the Three Mountains, Five Peaks, and the celestial bodies of sun, moon, and stars. It is a treasure with a spirit, and to possess it, you also need its consent.”

Shen Luo was greatly surprised upon hearing this.

That year, in the dream, he had also once activated the Map of Mountains and Rivers, but he hadn't felt any spiritual resonance. But then again, he thought it not strange, for the Map of Mountains and Rivers they held then was already a repaired artifact.

“How is the test conducted?” Shen Luo asked.

“It's simple. You will enter the Map of Mountains and Rivers. If you can rely on your innate sense to break the mist barrier and walk out of the scroll back to reality, then you will be considered to have successfully passed the test,” Town Primordial Great Immortal said with a smile.

“Good, then please, Ancestor, send me into the painting,” Shen Luo said with a laugh.

“How do you know you're not already in the painting?” Town Primordial Great Immortal asked with a laugh in return.

As his words fell, the color on the bodies of Bodhi Ancestor, Town Primordial Great Immortal, and Sun Wukong suddenly began to fade rapidly. They soon turned into terracotta figures before shattering into handfuls of dust that drifted down.

Seeing this, Shen Luo couldn't help but give a wry smile, realizing at some point he had already been within the painting.

He stepped forward and pushed open the doors of the great hall, walking out.

Outside the scroll, Bodhi Ancestor looked at Town Primordial Great Immortal with a feigned displeasure and said, “Daoist Zhenyuanzi, aren't you helping him to cheat?”

“Haha… indeed, I might have been a bit too partial. However, Friend Shen does not have time to delay right now,” Town Primordial Great Immortal said with a chuckle.

According to the original test, Shen Luo would have been completely unaware of what the puzzle was, even finding himself trapped without realizing it.

It was like entering an examination room without knowing the subject of the test; one can imagine the difficulty.

However, Bodhi Ancestor wasn't really trying to argue with Town Primordial Great Immortal. A smile had already appeared on his face as he began to wager with Zhenyuanzi on how long it would take for Shen Luo to complete the task.

“Friend Shen's talent may not be extraordinary, but his resolve is firm enough. Within seven days, he will be able to leave the map on his own,” Town Primordial Great Immortal said, taking the lead.

“Within seven days… Zhenyuanzi, you really might be underestimating the Map of Mountains and Rivers. In my opinion, he will need at least half a month to find his way out of the scroll,” the Bodhi Ancestor stroked his beard and made a gesture as he spoke.

“You all seem very confident, are you so certain that he will definitely be able to come out?” Sun Wukong furrowed his brow and said.

“This Friend Shen, in truth, has gone through far more than what we've seen on the surface. His strength of mind is no less than that of many Taiyi Cultivators,” Zhenyuanzi stated.

“That's exactly why I'm somewhat worried. Having a strong mind is good, but the more trials he faces, the more likely he is to be trapped in this Mountain Heavy Water Complex of the Map of Mountains and Rivers,” the Bodhi Ancestor said.

“Now that you mention it, it's indeed hard to say…” Zhenyuanzi couldn't help but feel worried as well.

While they were feeling somewhat melancholic, they suddenly heard a voice, “Ancestor, does this mean I've passed the trial?”

On hearing this, the Bodhi Ancestor and Town Primordial Great Immortal were taken aback, they turned their heads to look, only to see Shen Luo had already walked out of the Map of Mountains and Rivers, holding a scroll in his hand–it was the Map, now rolled up.

“You… how did you come out?” the Bodhi Ancestor was momentarily at a loss for words.

The Town Primordial Great Immortal was also stunned on the spot.

“Oh, after I left the great hall, I went directly to Chang'an City. Upon entering the city, I found that the Zhuque Gate above…” Shen Luo briefly recounted his experience of entering the painting just now.

“In short, I noticed that the Five Peaks had discrepancies with my memory. I found a correct direction and soon reached a bright cave entrance. After coming out, I returned here,” he finished nonchalantly.

Listening to Shen Luo's understated account, the expressions of the two great powers became somewhat odd.

In fact, Shen Luo was able to avoid being trapped by the Map of Mountains and Rivers because, in Dreamland, he had a mysterious connection with the scroll, naturally feeling an affinity with it.

“Wukong, how long did Friend Shen take?” the Bodhi Ancestor asked, his throat dry.

“Less than a quarter of an hour, I guess,” Sun Wukong scratched his face, his expression teasing.

“Impossible, it can't be…” Both the Bodhi Ancestor and Zhenyuanzi seemed a bit deflated, finding it hard to believe.

Seeing their reactions, Shen Luo looked at Sun Wukong with a puzzled expression.

“The two Ancestors just now were betting…”

“Wukong, go and see how the reconstruction efforts of your Senior Brothers are progressing,” the Bodhi Ancestor immediately interrupted.

Sun Wukong, not wanting to burst their bubble, took his leave of his own accord.

While Shen Luo was still puzzled, he heard the Bodhi Ancestor speak again, “The Map of Mountains and Rivers is of great importance. Now that it's in your hands, you must protect it carefully, and ensure that it does not fall into the hands of Demons.”

“Elder can rest assured, even if my soul scatters, I will definitely protect this treasure,” Shen Luo promised.

“Perhaps it would be better to wait until Wukong has recovered and let him accompany you,” the Bodhi Ancestor still seemed somewhat uneasy.

“There's no need for concern, Ancestor. Just let Great Sage focus on recovering. Others don't know and wouldn't believe that this treasure is with me. As long as the news does not leak out, I face little risk,” Shen Luo waved his hand and said.

“Friend Shen is young, yet he handles matters quite adeptly, which is reassuring,” Zhenyuanzi commented.

As he spoke, he took out a blue Jade Seal and handed it to Shen Luo.

Shen Luo had crushed his previous one when the Six-Eared Macaque appeared to send a message to Zhenyuanzi.

“Thank you, Elder,” he stepped forward to receive it.

“If you find yourself in unexpected trouble next time, crush the Jade Seal in advance so I can arrive promptly,” Zhenyuanzi instructed.

“With this, we should be safe…” Seeing this, the Bodhi Ancestor said, feeling relieved.

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