Monster Chronicles: My Daoist Skill Comes from Mythology-Chapter 296 - 267 Everlasting Lamp Flame, Netherworld Demon

Chapter 296: Chapter 267 Everlasting Lamp Flame, Netherworld Demon

"Why has this world turned into such a state?" Song Lin asked.

Grandma Mount Tai remained silent for a moment, then said, "This matter is indeed related to me."

Grandma Mount Tai began to narrate slowly.

The issue stems in part from the world’s condition.

The total amount of Essence and Qi in the world is fixed. Cultivators consume Qi for longevity, absorbing large quantities, but the energy mostly returns to the world after their deaths.

With the passage of time, more and more cultivators ascend, especially those from righteous sects like the Emei Sect and Taizhen Sect.

Righteous cultivators absorb the pure energy of the heavens and earth, then ascend to the Upper Realm, leaving behind an imbalance where murky energy exceeds pure energy, causing chaos and the rampant rise of demons.

"So-called righteous people band together, manipulate public opinion, plunder resources at will, and exploit the world incessantly. The scarcity of resources and the widespread suffering we witness now is mostly due to Emei."

Grandma Mount Tai was originally the ruler of the Netherworld, tasked with suppressing the evil energy of this realm.

Later, upon learning of the happenings at Emei Mountain, she personally went to visit, advising them to cultivate peacefully, minimize interference with the Mortal World, and avoid accepting too many disciples.

The world’s resources were already limited, and indiscriminately recruiting disciples ultimately led to killing for treasures and resources.

Moreover, Emei Sect practices sword cultivation, which inherently fosters a penchant for violence and competition, further destabilizing the cultivation world.

"And then? Did they agree?"

"No, not only did they refuse, but Taoist Bai Mei even used the Taiji Yin Yang Formation to injure the three flowers atop my head, leading to the Netherworld being plundered by northern demons!"

Grandma Mount Tai had originally resided in Wangsi City, which is now occupied by the Black Mountain Demon. She has since been forced to live in subjugation here, losing her control over ghosts and gods. Thankfully, the Fox Clan maintains a connection to spirits, enabling her to still monitor earthly order through them.

"Who is the Great Demon occupying Wangsi City?"

"The Black Mountain Demon!"

The Black Mountain Demon currently resides in Wangsi City, possessing Wannian cultivation and power nearing a Golden Immortal.

This demon secretly funds Jing Country and, once Shenzhou falls, plans to establish a terrestrial Ghost Country, turning this realm into a Ghost Realm.

"The Black Mountain Demon? And the Emei Sect ignores him?"

Song Lin’s pupils shrank; this demon was notorious.

Logically, such a Great Demon should instill significant fear in the Emei Sect, leading to a relentless opposition between them.

"Hmph, the Emei Sect cares only about the sect-wide ascension in one year. They’ve already negotiated with the Black Mountain Demon, agreeing not to interfere with each other."

Thinking of this, Grandma Mount Tai stood up with a solemn expression, bowing deeply to Song Lin.

"Your Majesty, in this world, only you can save the Human Clan now!"

Ma Jiefu also stood up and bowed, followed by the elegantly dressed men and women of the Fox Clan who knelt behind him.

Song Lin pondered for a moment.

He gained a new understanding of the world’s situation.

The Evil Sect, led by the Black Mountain Demon, faced off against the Righteous Path, with Emei and Taizhen at its forefront.

With his own rising prominence, it was likely both sides had their sights set on him.

Faced with Grandma Mount Tai’s request, Song Lin did not immediately agree, instead adopting a troubled demeanor.

"I may not live up to your expectations. I am but at the peak of an Earth Immortal, while the elders of Emei and the Black Mountain Demon are at least top-tier Independent Immortals, equipped with all three flowers. How can I stand against them?"

"What do you currently lack to reach the Lead Flower Realm?" Grandma Mount Tai asked.

Logically, with Song Lin’s extraordinary talent, he shouldn’t be stuck at this bottleneck.

"I lack a Cultivation Technique," Song Lin admitted.

Currently, the only Three Flowers Technique available to him was Zhengxin’s Jiuxiao Talismanic Primordial Spirit.

He needed to first practice Jiuxiao Talismans, then consolidate the three flowers.

Song Lin found those nine talismans unappealing and had thus refrained from learning them.

"I do have a way. Come with me!"

Grandma Mount Tai led Song Lin through the hall to the back courtyard, where a pond of roughly thirty zhang in diameter lay covered in fallen leaves.

"Hmm?"

Song Lin used Qi Observation Technique to examine it, discovering the pond was no ordinary water—it was black as ink and filled with tangible Demonic Qi, with occasional flashes of lightning beneath its surface.

"This is?"

"The Netherworld Birthplace of Yin Thunder Pond! This is a pool of water cultivated by the Netherworld for Divine Demons and can currently be used only once, but it’s enough to help you produce Lead Flower!" Grandma Mount Tai paused briefly before continuing, "I also have a Cultivation Technique, the Netherworld Demon Scripture Map, which can be used to consolidate the three flowers."

"The Netherworld’s Three Flowers Dao condenses Primordial Spirits of..."

"The Nine Sons Ghost Mother Demons, Thirty-Six Heavenly Gang Dharma Manifestations, and Nine Yin and Nine Yang Formless Tribulation Fire Demons."

In this realm, people do not build the Purple Mansion but instead seek ultimate elevation through the consolidation of the three flowers.

The blossoming of Essence, Qi, and Spirit leads naturally to the elevation of mana and the emergence of the so-called "Primordial Spirit."

The Netherworld’s methods produce Primordial Spirits known as Divine Demons, which govern the souls of ghosts in the underworld.

Divine Demons are divided into two types: Body Refining Demons, which require starting from body refinement, and Primordial Spirit Demons, which are comparatively easier.

Grandma Mount Tai herself once had Divine Demons, but since losing her three flowers, she has been unable to summon them again.

"The Dao of Netherworld Divine Demons..."

Song Lin’s eyes lit up with interest—the techniques might be useful in the Mortal World.

Moreover, the Three Flowers Gathering Technique could be applied as a method for cultivators to break through to the Purple Mansion.

"However, can I refrain from binding myself to the Divine Demons from these techniques? May I decide for myself?"

"Of course!"

"Thank you."

Song Lin had not yet managed to let go of the Heavenly Hero Realm.

The Heavenly Hero Realm marks the ultimate pinnacle of the Swordman Dao.

Achieving Heavenly Hero signifies entering the Purple Mansion Realm.

The conditions needed for Heavenly Hero are extremely stringent, and the energy required to forge a sword must be imbued with the Great Dao.

The Lead Flower, one of the three flowers, is the refined product when Essence, Qi, and Spirit’s "Essence" ascends.

Absorbing this substance might allow the forging of the Heavenly Sword.

"If you do not wish to use the Divine Skills associated with the Three Flowers Gathering Technique, the Everlasting Lamp Flame of Emei Mountain would be the most suitable alternative. That flame can consolidate the three flowers."

"I understand."

Song Lin resolved to acquire the Everlasting Lamp Flame.

Bringing this flame back to the Mortal World would undoubtedly help him break through to the Purple Mansion, at which point opposing Zhengsi would scarcely be an issue.

Receiving the cultivation technique from Grandma Mount Tai, Song Lin leaped into the Thunder Pond with a resounding splash.

"Ah!!"

As soon as he entered, an unbearable pain swept over him, nearly causing him to collapse.

Electric currents surged through every cell in his body, accompanied by an icy cold that penetrated to the bone.

The chilling energy seeped into every crevice, seemingly intent on freezing his Divine Soul.

Grandma Mount Tai was about to issue a reminder when Song Lin’s expression steadied, and he began absorbing the transformative Demonic Qi of the Netherworld.

Grandma Mount Tai couldn’t help but marvel; this man’s talent was truly extraordinary.

"Grandma, I must take my leave now, for matters of the court require my attention." Ma Jiefu prepared to depart and was instructed by Song Lin to manage affairs upon his return.

"Very well. Take any other brothers and sisters you deem suitable with you. Fox Sage! Fourteenth Lady!"

Grandma Mount Tai called out to the assembly in the hall.

A puff of white smoke emerged.

An elderly figure and a young woman, bold and heroic in bearing, appeared before Ma Jiefu.

The elder was named Elder Xinn, and the young woman, known as Xinn the Fourteenth Lady, was Elder Xinn’s fourteenth daughter.

Both were Earth Immortals in cultivation.

"Greetings, Mr. Ma," Xinn the Fourteenth Lady said with a graceful bow.

"No need for formalities. Please, just call me Little Ma,"

Ma Jiefu responded quickly.

These two were Grandma Mount Tai’s trusted aides. Without Song Lin’s backing, Ma Jiefu wouldn’t even have the qualifications to converse with them.

"With the addition of you two, it will be a great boon. On behalf of His Majesty, I thank you both!"

On the northern and southern borders, large armies were now assembled.

The Emei Mountain and Taizhen Sect had sent few experts, dispatching only young disciples such as the Seven Beauties.

Qiyun, dressed in a scholar’s hat, wore a golden rat tail tied behind his head.

Since allying with Jing Country, they had to display sincerity, though Chenhua refused to adopt an ugly hairstyle, so the Seven Beauties took his place.

Behind Qiyun stood a frail-looking woman.

Both carried Divine Swords wrapped in white cloth slung on their backs.

Qiyun’s face brimmed with confidence. Turning his head, he said, "Junior Sister, Master instructed us to temper our swords with the blood of demons. Be ready to cooperate later."

"Understood, Senior Brother!"

Mu Feng replied softly, her gaze toward Qiyun filled with a flicker of admiration.

Senior Brother Qiyun still looked appealing even with a braid. She found herself liking braids; there was no reason men of Shenzhou couldn’t wear them.

Qiyun, oblivious to her glance, surveyed the villages across the Yangtze River.

At a distance of two hundred li, his Purple Dragon Mysterious Sword should easily obliterate the village, ensuring the annihilation of all living beings within a few dozen li.

With thoughts like these, his hands itched to try out the Divine Sword.

Just then, anguished cries echoed from the village behind them.

Turning around, he saw barbarian soldiers massacring the villagers.

Qiyun frowned, puzzled as to why they would kill their own people.

The barbarian general rode forward, bowing respectfully. "Salutations, Immortals!"

"What’s going on here?" Qiyun asked displeased.

"It’s to prevent Han villagers from rebelling, so we’ve killed them preemptively," replied the barbarian general.

He’d rather suffer a crushing defeat and flee than face betrayal by the Han people behind his lines.

Even without signs of rebellion, he acted preemptively to avoid potential disloyalty.

It’s better to contain internal danger before addressing external threats.

Quickly, the armies mobilized, crossing the river under the cover of darkness.

On the opposite bank, their movements were detected, and battle erupted.

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