I Outworked the Entire Cultivation World

Chapter 658: Chapter 605: Daoist Erosion

Entering the realm of the Immortal Palace from the ripples of the river, Jiang Yuebai saw three rushing great rivers rolling up from beneath her feet, resembling three enormous water dragons swirling around the grand Immortal Palace above her head.

The entire Immortal Palace seemed to be made of water, shimmering magnificently under the sunlight.

Upon entering here, Jiang Yuebai suddenly felt a mysterious Daoist Rhyme, like the gentle flowing water, soothing her soul, like sweet rain after a long drought, making her feel entirely refreshed.

She felt as if she was receiving mystical enlightenment, watching the reverse-flowing heavenly rivers, all the ideas about the Water Path in her mind spontaneously emerged.

Those things that were once unclear and hard to understand suddenly made sense, as if coming to a realization naturally.

Evidently, no one had explained or demonstrated anything to her, yet she somehow understood on her own.

Is this what Daoist Erosion is? It made her understanding of the Water Path progress rapidly; if not considering the effects afterward, this feeling was truly addictive.

Jiang Yuebai turned her head to see that Xie Jingshan and Lu Nanzhi also had expressions of surprise, sometimes furrowing their brows, sometimes relaxing.

Especially Lu Nanzhi, who had a Water Spirit Body, was more affected and gained more benefits.

”Wow~ It’s so spectacular! But why make the river flow backward? This doesn’t comply with the laws of nature.”

Chu Guirui’s soft and sticky voice startled the three back to their senses, quickly concentrating their attention to slightly resist the influence of Daoist Erosion.

Facing Chu Guirui’s question, Jiang Yuebai casually answered, ”One day, when the dragon finds water, it will surely make the rivers reverse their course. Immortal Monarch Chongmin might be pursuing this sense of having the world in his grasp, so he arranged the Immortal Palace in such a way.”

Lu Nanzhi slightly nodded beside her, the Sword Monarch’s abode in the Shaking Light Realm was also very grand, showcasing the power of the Mahayana Sword Monarch.

Chu Guirui scrambled to the ship’s bow and asked Jiang Yuebai, ”How did the Immortal Monarch make the river flow backward?”

Xie Jingshan hissed, trying to warn her, but Jiang Yuebai already replied casually.

”The Mahayana Immortal Monarch must have used the Power of Laws, possessing the Water Dao Fruit, needing just a thought to make the rivers flow as they wish. Ordinary cultivators wanting to make the river flow backward can only rely on Divine Sense, like this.”

Jiang Yuebai slightly moved her brow, and a stream of water instantly flew out from the nearby reverse-flowing river, wrapping around Chu Guirui like a ribbon, with two small fish among it flapping frantically, splattering water all over Chu Guirui’s face.

”Wow~ When can I have Divine Sense to play with water like this?”

”Generally, it’s at the Qi Refining Seventh Layer when one begins to temper the Divine Sense, but if you start sensing your thoughts now and find a suitable way to train, you could have Divine Sense as early as Qi Refining Fourth Layer. Specifically, it was when I was in the fields eradicating pests ...”

Jiang Yuebai led Lu Nanzhi and Xie Jingshan toward the Immortal Palace, recounting to Chu Guirui her experience when she unexpectedly refined Divine Sense while eradicating pests in the Huaxi Valley of the Heavenly Interence Sect.

Knowing she was Jing Chujun’s reincarnation, Jiang Yuebai remembered when she sat with Jing Chujun on the ship heading to the North Sea of the Green Dragon Realm, where they shared discussions.

Since both were interested in numerous miscellaneous skills, Jing Chujun’s vast knowledge made Jiang Yuebai feel like they had met too late.

Because of Jing Chujun’s influence, Jiang Yuebai naturally felt a fondness for Chu Guirui, willing to share more with her to satisfy her curiosity, which was similar to Jing Chujun’s.

Chu Guirui’s eyes sparkled with light, greatly changing her impression of Jiang Yuebai.

”True Monarch Wangshu, you’re amazing. My master never tells me such detailed things, just ...”

Chu Guirui mimicked Xie Jingshan’s usually stern demeanor, standing with hands on her hips with a stern face.

”So simple, and yet you don’t know? Asking me isn’t embarrassing?”

”Ahem! Ahem, ahem!”

Xie Jingshan coughed forcefully, frowning and glaring at Chu Guirui.

Chu Guirui directly said, ”Master, could you wash your face and stop pretending? It’s awkward to watch.”

Jiang Yuebai looked over suspiciously, and Xie Jingshan blushed and walked forward, feigning composure.

The group quickly arrived at the entrance plaza of the Immortal Palace, the ground made of transparent, colorless glazed bricks, condensed from water, with each step spreading ripples around, accompanied by the sound of stepping on water.

Finding it fun, Chu Guirui ran around, hopping on one foot and stomping with both, using her fingers to poke under the nearby pillars, startling the fish inside, indulging in her childlike wonder.

In the distance, the towering doors of the Immortal Palace remained closed, with groups of Luo Fish, with fish bodies and bird wings, occasionally emitting sounds like mandarin ducks, guarding the doors of the Immortal Palace.

At this time, several tower ships were neatly parked on both sides of the plaza, each flying flags representing their respective forces. At a glance, there were indeed many people.

Without mentioning the low-level disciples, just the various families, sects, Loose Cultivators, and visiting Nascent Soul cultivators could make up a hundred people.

Jiang Yuebai was also unsure whether Immortal Monarch Chongmin’s Secret Realm could withstand so many people battling inside.

Leading Lu Nanzhi and Xie Jingshan to the tower ship of the Zhuge Family to meet with the seniors of the Heavenly Interference Sect.

Everyone felt quite emotional seeing Lu Nanzhi and Xie Jingshan, but compared to Xie Jingshan, who switched allegiance, the seniors favored Lu Nanzhi, who practiced Demon Cultivation.

Jiang Yuebai watched from the side and noticed that Xie Jingshan was very composed, not affected by the sarcastic remarks from some of the seniors.

People have hearts, and the heart of a cultivator is no different. These seniors, who are here striving for the Heavenly Interference Sect, naturally have some complaints about Xie Jingshan.

Xie Jingshan dared to come, having already anticipated this moment.

At this moment, Chu Guirui was quite honest and quiet, occasionally tugging at Xie Jingshan’s sleeve to show comfort.

After discussions, Lu Nanzhi expressed that he would enter the Secret Realm with Jiang Yuebai under the name of the Heavenly Interference Sect.

When asked about Xie Jingshan, he politely declined.

”This junior has a tricky status and young disciples to care for, so it’s inconvenient to participate in this event. I’ve heard that the Heavenly Interference Sect is planning to open its gates, but I’m unsure how I can contribute. Here is something small, consider it a token from me.”

Xie Jingshan took out a storage ring and handed it over with both hands.

Mo Ping, who had been mocking Xie Jingshan for being ungrateful, snorted disdainfully, while Zhao Fuyi raised a hand to accept it, smiling in thanks.

Seeing this, Mo Ping snorted, ”The Heavenly Interference Sect took him into the Dao, nurturing him for many years, he can’t think that a small bit of wealth can...”

Before he could finish, Zhao Fuyi’s pupils widened, and he stuffed the storage ring directly into Mo Ping’s hand.

Mo Ping was filled with rage, ”What’s so special about it, isn’t it just a bit of broken... Ah? Ah! Expen... expensive gift, nephew!”

Mo Ping’s hand trembled, and his heart quivered, feeling a bit unsteady holding the storage ring, switching from one hand to two, holding it carefully.

The other Divinity Transformation True Venerables of the Heavenly Interference Sect present all took turns examining the storage ring, their expressions becoming more and more remarkable.

It’s truly... too much!

”This junior has no great assets or abilities, but I always remember the nurturing grace of the Heavenly Interference Sect. If there’s ever a need in the future, please feel free to ask, and I won’t refuse!”

Xie Jingshan cupped his hands in salute, raising his eyebrows proudly as he bowed his head.

Jiang Yuebai smirked, looking at Xie Jingshan once more, finding a sense of familiarity now.

He’s still the same Xie Jingshan, never short of money, and a bit cheeky.

After the meeting, Jiang Yuebai introduced Lu Nanzhi and Xie Jingshan to the Nascent Soul cultivators of the Zhuge Family who would be participating in the trial, and after exchanging greetings, Jiang Yuebai handed over a copy of her compiled intelligence on the various forces to Lu Nanzhi.

Xie Jingshan also asked for a copy, wanting to understand the situation in the Nine Rivers Realm.

It was clear he genuinely wanted to contribute to establishing a foothold for the Heavenly Interference Sect in the Nine Rivers Realm, so while Jiang Yuebai spoke, he listened intently.

This was truly different from before, as Xie Jingshan used to never care about the undercurrents among the various forces.

Jiang Yuebai wasn’t sure if he came representing just himself or on behalf of the True Martial Immortal Sect.

After three days of gathering, with the cultivators gradually arriving, at 11:00 AM, with the roar of rushing rivers, the gates of the Immortal Palace transformed into two torrents, merging into the heavenly rivers on either side.

On the square, springs bubbled, and the water formed into four-sided arenas, each containing a Luo Fish with bird wings formed by spells, serving as judges for the low-level disciples’ matches.

The Nascent Soul and Divinity Transformation cultivators gradually gathered before the gates of the Immortal Palace, preparing to enter its interior.

Before leaving, Jiang Yuebai brought Bai Jiuyou, encased in the outer shell of Armor, to Xie Jingshan.

”Junior Brother Xie is now mature and steady, embodying my master’s demeanor. This child and I have a deep connection, so I kindly ask Junior Brother Xie to take care of him, I’m truly grateful!”

Tending to a child—whether it’s one or two, it’s the same.

Xie Jingshan was unaware that Bai Jiuyou was Jiang Yuebai’s outer body incarnation. Jiang Yuebai entrusted Bai Jiuyou to Xie Jingshan as a precaution against Shen Mingjing.

In case something happened within the secret realm, Bai Jiuyou would know first, and without burdening the Zhuge Family and the Heavenly Interference Sect, Xie Jingshan would be the best help.

Xie Jingshan was speechless, regretting not maintaining his unreliable demeanor; it would have been simpler!

Regret now seems pointless!