Devour

Chapter 106: Stone Maniac Recognizes His Master

Shi Chi asked, "Do you still want to continue practicing in the tower?"

Cheng Bai shook his head and said, "Continuing to practice hard will only make your body suffer. It's better to relax and do something more meaningful."

Li Tong was surprised and said, "The Shengjin Pagoda only gives outsiders one challenge opportunity every sixty years. If you want to go out, you have to wait until the next Gate of Decision opens before you can come back in. You will miss a full sixty years."

Cheng Bai said frankly: "If I stay here, there will be no better opportunities. Wouldn't it be a waste of sixty years? It would be better to look for opportunities in the world and live freely."

Shi Chi asked curiously, "You really don't want anything?"

Cheng Bai said: "That's right."

Shi Chi said: "In fact, if someone wants to control Shengjin Pagoda, there is a more important fourth rule, which is that as long as I am willing, I can allow others to become the master of Shengjin Pagoda."

Cheng Bai was surprised and asked, "Oh?"

Shi Chi commented: "You have learned higher martial arts from Mo Ruo, and you have cultivated Phoenix Force very quickly. You are extremely talented. Even if you are not the most outstanding one I have seen in thousands of years, you are among the best. And you can easily give up the throne. Other geniuses sit on the throne, hold great power, and are unwilling to give it up. You are definitely different."

Cheng Bai complained in his heart: "I don't have enough power, I sat up here pretending to be cool, if I don't get up, am I going to make a fool of myself?"

Shi Chi said: "I can choose you to be the master of Shengjin Pagoda. I am willing to follow you. Please give me a drop of blood essence, which will take effect from now on."

Cheng Bai secretly rejoiced in his heart: "Tonglingmei told me not to take the treasures in Shengjin Pagoda when I go there. So this is what it means. It is not the so-called control of rules. It has already seen the future."

Li Tong exclaimed: "Congratulations, with the Shengjin Pagoda, the vast sea of ​​stars can be reached anywhere."

Cheng Bai used the power of the Phoenix to improve his sea of ​​consciousness. Now he was more thoughtful. After thinking for a while, he asked, "The Shengjin Pagoda was left on the Qiongqi Continent. Why didn't the previous emperor take it away? Wasn't it for the purpose of choosing a successor emperor? Wouldn't that require the blood of the emperor's son to recognize the master?"

Shi Chi said, "It should be so. But after I got Shi Qi's spirit, my temperament changed a little, and I no longer only recognize the blood of the emperor's son. A genius who surpasses the immortal demon body may not be seen once in a million years. This is my chance, and it is also your chance."

Cheng Bai thought it over and squeezed out a drop of blood from his fingertips.

Shi Chi successfully recognized his master, but said cautiously: "Shi Chi was recognized by the master with his blood, and his life span has increased. I am overjoyed. But the universe is so vast that there are all kinds of things. There are still treasures and powerful people who surpass the Shengjin Pagoda. Remember to be careful."

With the help of Shi Chi, Cheng Bai felt quite adept at controlling the Shengjin Pagoda. He rummaged through his treasure bag and tidied up the space to place the treasure. Suddenly, he had an idea and took out the stone axe obtained from the Pangu ruins.

The giant axe actually reacted. It glowed slightly and its color turned deep and unfathomable, as if an axe-shaped portal had been split open in space.

Li Tong said in surprise: "The Axe's Netherworld Path has been opened."

Shi Chi frowned and said, "This is Pangu Axe. Even I can't stop it from opening the Netherworld Path. Its grade is higher than mine."

Cheng Bai slowly placed Pangu Axe on the ground and asked suspiciously, "What opened its path to the underworld?" He turned his head to look at the Taihe Emperor Throne next to him, on which eighty-one five-clawed golden dragons were shining with immortal light.

Li Tong and Shi Chi said in unison: "It's a dragon corpse."

No wonder the Nether Bone Dragon can come and go freely.

Cheng Bai's spiritual sense probed into the Netherworld Path in Pangu Axe, and his face changed drastically. The things inside were unexpected.

The mysterious and ancient atmosphere has lingered for eternity, as if time has stopped. The magnificent dragon veins converge into eternal ruins surrounded by dragon energy. Countless broken and towering stone statues and inscriptions record the glory of the past.

In the distance, countless Netherworld Bone Dragons of all sizes were flying up and down around a skeleton that was so vast that its boundaries were inestimable. What kind of creatures were they?

A faint light appeared in the skeleton's eye sockets, as if it sensed someone spying on it. Cheng Bai quickly withdrew his consciousness and threw the Pangu Axe into the treasure bag.

Shi Chi reminded: "Master, you were stunned for more than half an hour just now."

Only a moment had passed.

A drop of sweat trickled down Cheng Bai's forehead. He didn't know how long it had been since he had faced such a feeling of weakness and helplessness. Before he significantly improved his strength, it would be better for him not to explore this dark road.

Li Tong asked, "Are you okay just now?"

Cheng Bai did not answer, but suddenly asked: "It is said that there was once a fairy weapon on the Qiongqi Continent that was as famous as yours. What was it?"

Li Tong and Shi Chi said almost at the same time: "The Mountain and River Imperial Spirit Map."

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The Hunter Academy ushered in the climax of this event.

"The Mad Staff King received 128 taels of gold and water, and 128 million guild points. The total score is 146 million, ranking first."

"The Shining Blade King received 112 ounces of gold and water, and the guild points reward was 112 million points, for a total of 130 million points, ranking second."

At present, the challengers have achieved remarkable results. The three deans personally inspected the gold and water, and measured the results with the college's treasure, the tripod, and operated very carefully. Gold and water are heavier than gold and black gold. When exposed to the air, they will quickly dissipate on their own and return to the world. It is mysterious.

Si Bao warned: "Gold and water are rare and precious things. Even if they are sealed in jade, they can only greatly slow down the speed of their return to the world. After a few decades, most of them will be lost in the jade box. The best way is to use them to temper metal magic weapons in the short term."

Luo Youwei said: "The results have been registered. You can consider using the gold and water as soon as possible, or exchange them for other resources."

Yun Juan suggested, "Xiang, give me this box of gold water. Send it to the main hall of the Three Sages Valley Weapon Sect to be tempered, so that my Ghostly Light Blade can be further improved. For every ounce of gold water, I will pay 128 ounces of gold, a total of million ounces, how do you think?"

Ningxiang thought for a moment and said, "Deal."

As soon as Jinshui was born, he immediately created an astonishingly huge transaction and caused a sensation in the academy. The young hunter students were full of yearning, their eyes were fanatical, and they burst into warm cheers of admiration. They were as excited as if it were a festival, as if they would have the opportunity to achieve the same goal in the future.

From the top floor window of the library, a tall figure was looking over here with cold eyes. It was the Blue Diamond who stayed in the academy. It sensitively caught the voices in the distance and said thoughtfully: "The Three Sage Valley Weapon Sect, the Lava Crystal Fire, the Four Symbols Cauldron, and the Yun Family Emperor are all together. We have to go there."

Luo Youwei said: "It seems that the top three winners of this martial arts hunting competition have been decided. Hunter Wang Ningxiang, Hunter Master Yunjuan, and Hunter General Chengbai."

Ningxiang asked curiously, "Didn't the conference say that it would end at 3:00 pm on the tenth day after the opening of the Shengjin Pagoda? There are still five days left."

Yun Juan also said: "There are still people in the tower who haven't come out yet, maybe they have gained something else."

Luo Youwei laughed and said, "In every previous challenge, no one has ever collected more than 240 taels of gold and water. This means that the results of this session are the best in history. How can others come up with more gold and water?"

Someone in the sky shouted, "I have more gold and water than anyone else."

The Frost Dragon spread its wings and flew over, slowly descending, and the people around it made way.

The dragon knight had long dark green hair draped over his shoulders, and should have been very handsome and elegant, but for some reason, his neck was a little crooked, and there was a bright knife wound on his left cheek, adding a weird aura.

"Although this is a small event, it still contains some rare treasures that are worth your attention. You should quickly check them out."

Mo Ruo's arrogant words attracted people's attention. He raised his hand and threw out an exquisite jade box that was much larger than the ones used by Yun Juan and Ning Xiang combined. Under the power of magic, it slowly landed in front of the three deans as if someone was holding it.

This move was extraordinary. Si Bao looked Mo Ruo up and down and asked suspiciously, "There are no green-haired people in the Gentlemen Clan of the mainland. Could it be that you are from another land?"

Mo Ruo sneered and said, "I am also a guild hunter, so I am naturally qualified to participate."

Qiu Bainian said: "Young people are bound to be arrogant, let's wait until we test the gold and water before we speak."

Luo Youwei took the jade box, opened it and examined it, then nodded and said, "It is gold and water without a doubt."

He poured all the golden water into the Treasure Tripod in front of him without spilling a drop. This was a famous magical instrument of the Hunter Academy, and he immediately got the result: "It weighs one thousand taels."

Everyone around was in an uproar; this sudden dark horse was unexpected.

Si Bao pondered and said, "There is definitely not so much gold water on the third floor of Shengjin Tower. Did you go to the fourth floor?"

Mo Ruo said proudly, "What's the difficulty in reaching the fourth floor? There's only a Moyun beast blocking the way. I also avoided the Wanhua insect beast and reached the seventh floor. I saw the emperor's throne in the Jinyu Tianfu, and obtained the inheritance of the great emperor and the unparalleled martial arts. How can you compare with me? Hurry up and report your results."

Luo Youwei put the gold and water back into the jade box, returned it to Mo Ruo, and reported the new ranking list.

"Mo Ruo received 1000 taels of gold and water, and the guild points reward was 1000 million points. The total score was 1000 million, ranking first."

Mo Ruo urged, "Since you have already topped the list, why don't you hand over the Hunter King reward to me and end the conference?"

Luo Youwei hurriedly said, "Not so fast. There are still five days left before the end of the conference. The other challengers still have a good chance."

Si Bao advised: "Your grades are outstanding, you might as well stay in the academy to make more friends and exchange experiences."

Mo Ruo asked, "Do you know where Jiong Huang is hiding?"

No one knew what he was saying.

Only Si Bao pondered and said, "Few people in Qiongqi Continent know the name of Jionghuang. He is the glorious ruler of the eight ancient gods in ancient times. He is known by this name in private."

“So a frog in a well cannot talk about the sea. How can they communicate?” Mo Ruo laughed and urged the Frost Dragon King to fly away.

Yun Juan looked at Mo Ruo leaving, frowning slightly.

Ruan Taoran beside him whispered, "The Lord is currently ranked third. This matter hangs on a thread. If the Thunder Blade King scores slightly higher, the Lord will fall out of the top three and will not be able to get a place in the examination to go to Shanhui City."

Yun Juan said sadly: "This is exactly what I am worried about. It is best to regroup and go deeper into Shengjin Pagoda again."

Shen Ya said softly, "We have already reached the third level this time, which is a great result of excellent teamwork and rare opportunity. I'm afraid that the fourth level is beyond our ability and the chance is slim."

He Lipang shook his head and said, "It's too late. In the sixty years of Shengjin Tower, each person only has one chance to challenge it. Once you come out, you have to wait until the next session to enter again. That's why it's called the Gate of Choice."

Ruan Taoran whispered, "Don't worry, everyone. The academy has had countless challengers in the past, and some winners have donated gold and water to the Hunter Academy. If we can convince the three deans to put justice first and transfer their treasures, we will surely win."

Xing Jue was surprised and asked, "The gold and water are dissipating day by day. If it had not been used up, how much would be left today?"

Yun Juan smiled bitterly and said, "Even if it is true, the three deans will definitely not agree to such cheating."

Ningxiang did not get entangled with others. She turned around and walked out of the academy, quietly crushing the talisman in her hand.

Cheng Bai didn't use this thing much, and felt it was more like a disposable phone. It was convenient for him to occasionally express his love with Ning Xiang. He was a little surprised by the message he received this time, and asked in astonishment: "Why did Mo Ruo rob the Hunter King? Does he need a recommendation to go to Shanhui City? Or is he short of that piece of immortal iron?"

After a moment's silence, Fu Xin replied to Ning Xiang, "I have the gold and water here, but the best way is to get Mo Ruo to withdraw from the conference. You know where he went."

Ningxiang sent a message: "That green-haired man is going to find Jionghuang. Dean Sibao said that he is the ancient god, the Brilliant Lord."

Cheng Bai was stunned for a moment before replying, "I'll take care of it, don't worry."

Turning around and riding on the Smoker, in front of him, besides the inheritance cube, there was also an exquisite pagoda only eight inches and four tenths of an inch high. This was the Shengjin Pagoda. The place where the towering tower originally stood was now empty.

"The world in the pot is of any size, and it is very convenient to build a golden tower. However, the conference must be ended early. Let's go to Kaiyang City first."

Cheng Bai remembered clearly that Jiong Huang, who had murderous intentions towards him, claimed to live in Kaiyang City. It turned out that he was the ancient god sealed in the altar, and the lava giant Ju was his ancient god son. Now thinking about it, both of them were people who did whatever they wanted and killed at will, chaotic and evil.

The Shengjin Tower was suspended in the air, and the voice of a stone maniac uttered: "Kaiyang City is now occupied by the ancient god Jionghuang. This monster is ferocious by nature, known as the Flame Stone Witch, and some people call him the Lord of Glory."

Cheng Bai asked: "Is Jiong Huang the spirit of the Brilliant Stone?"

Li Tong explained in detail: "How can an ordinary brilliant stone become a spirit? Jionghuang was originally a brilliant stone refined by the ancient spiritual treasure 'Wanjie Zhenmo Ding', a powerful creature created in the last furnace, but for some reason it was preserved until the late ancient times. Because of this, Jionghuang took away the immortal embers in the Wanjie Zhenmo Ding and cultivated himself. The fire of the embers is the brilliant spiritual fire."

Cheng Bai thought of the remains of the Wanjie Zhenmo Ding on the Danding Grassland and sighed, "How could such a good artifact be destroyed in the course of time?"

Shi Chi continued, "The Ten Thousand Tribulations True Demon Cauldron is no small matter. It is made of the body of the Holy Spirit, and its spirit is the Holy Spirit's true soul. I am willing to admit its superiority. But after hundreds of millions of years, its lifespan has come to an end. The spirit diligently cultivated the way of immortality, wanting to transform itself into a body of flesh and blood, and live a new life against the will of heaven, but ultimately failed. Its spirit energy was exhausted and it died, leaving behind a cluster of divine fire source, which is rare."

Cheng Bai wondered: "Can weapon spirits also cultivate and attain enlightenment?"

Li Tong said, "Of course you can. There was a sect that preached the way of immortal saints that taught everyone, and that animals and strange creatures could all attain the way. Therefore, the way of immortal saints was widely spread, but it was difficult to achieve great things in the end. It is no longer the same as it used to be."

It's a good thing that it's widely spread. Cheng Bai asked, "Why is that?"

Shi Chi laughed and said, "Teaching without distinction, allowing everyone to enter and leave, may seem equal, but in fact it is irresponsible. The result of widespread spread is that most animals and aliens have turned the immortal path into the devil path. After Nirvana, they should have killed the three corpses of greed, anger, and ignorance in order to forge a divine body, but the devil cultivation method has retained or deepened them. In the early stage, they were extremely powerful, but they became devil bodies, vicious and evil, and most of them did not have a good end."

Cheng Bai was still confused and asked, "How could Li Tong survive for 500 million years?"

Shi Chi shook his head and said, "How can it be really 500 million years old? It's at most tens of millions of years old. I'm only 10 million years old."

Li Tong smiled awkwardly and said, "I never said I was 500 million years old. I only said that I knew 500 million years of astronomy and geography." It is not surprising that the inheritance cube has absorbed 500 million years of knowledge.

Cheng Bai laughed, patted the smoker and said, "Let's go to Kaiyang City and take a look."