Dragon Whale Daoist''s eyes lingered on the three Immortal Swords, until he couldn''t contain his curiosity any longer and asked, "May I inquire, Daoist Brother, are these three Immortal Swords the famous ''Three Suns One Qi Sword'' that the Three Suns Daoist of Taoyuan Immortal Sect is known for?"

    "Indeed."

    Lu Qingfeng nodded with a smile.

    The aura of the Immortal Swords could not be concealed.

    The aura of these three Immortal Swords even harmonized with each other, one could guess their origin upon hearing the names of Three Suns Daoist and the Three Suns One Qi Sword.

    "Hiss!"

    Hearing Lu Qingfeng''s affirmation, Dragon Whale Daoist couldn''t help but gasp, eyes widening as he exclaimed, "Three Suns Daoist has always been inseparable from his swords. These Three Suns One Qi Sword—"

    Dragon Whale Daoist thought of a possibility, but it seemed too fantastical to believe.

    Yu Xiangzi, with an equally shocked expression, took over when Dragon Whale Daoist paused and said, "Daoist Brother, when you went to the Funeral Bell Plain, did you perhaps visit Biya Mountain?"

    "Exactly."

    Lu Qingfeng didn''t play coy and cheerfully said to the two, "Biya Mountain bullied my disciple and sent them to the Heavenly Punishment Abyss. I then went there myself and sent Luo Gu, Shaoyang, and Zhongyang, the three Daoist Brothers, into Reincarnation. Sun Daoist, Wei Wuding, and Feihua Daoist, however, have fled to the Heavenly Realm."

    Once he spoke.

    Yu Xiangzi and Dragon Whale Daoist felt a chill—

    "What a tremendous ferocity!"

    According to Guang Yuan''s words, he clearly went to Biya Mountain and killed Luo Gu, Shaoyang Daoist, and Zhongyang Daoist, and even forced Sun Daoist, Wei Wuding, and Feihua Daoist to flee into the Heavenly Realm.

    Such ferocity, such strength.

    In the Material Realm, who could contend with it?!

    "Daoist Brother''s means, I, Dragon Whale, admire!" Dragon Whale Daoist collected himself.

    This Guang Yuan Daoist was from his same sect, and naturally, the stronger he was, the happier Dragon Whale Daoist felt.

    Seeing Lu Qingfeng''s gaze linger on his ''Dragon Whale Mountain'', Dragon Whale Daoist revealed a smug expression and, with the intention of fostering good relations, revealed a smile and said, "This Dragon Whale Mountain was created after our ancestral master observed and treasured the ''Cuitong Peak'', by severing dozens of mountain tops undersea that suppressed the Spiritual Energy of Dragon Veins with Great Mana, then moved them into the Earth Fire magma to rid them of impurities, and with mana-infused incantations mixed with his own blood, he cultivated it for over ten thousand years. It can expand or contract, being larger than mountains and smaller than mustard seeds; this treasure once completed, is an Immortal Artifact."

    Dragon Whale Daoist hailed from the Dragon Whale Clan and was also considered deeply rooted in the Heavenly Daoist Sect, even bestowed with an Immortal Artifact. Although merely a Registered Disciple under Six-Eyed Daoist, these two identities were not to be underestimated.

    This great opportunity within the Barbarian God Realm was quite different from the Changqing Realm.

    Those who could obtain a spot for Reincarnation in the Lower Realm were True Immortals with either a great background or significant potential.

    Having an Immortal Artifact for protection certainly reduced the dangers of Reincarnation significantly.

    Of course, there were also those like Luo Gu, who, despite their extraordinary talents, took the wrong path and ended up dead.

    Dragon Whale Daoist was clearly an Upper Realm True Immortal with a substantial background.

    "Dragon Whale Mountain."

    "Quite the treasure."

    Lu Qingfeng listened, his eyes sparkling with admiration, and praised repeatedly. This ''Dragon Whale Mountain'' was said to be a replica of ''Cuitong Peak'', but in reality, both had similarities to the Ancient Spiritual Treasure ''Sky Flipping Seal''.

    But the differences between them couldn''t be logically compared.

    And among them, Dragon Whale Mountain was the least remarkable. Sёar?h the N?vel(F)ire.ηet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

    Hearing Lu Qingfeng''s praise, Dragon Whale Daoist''s smile grew wider, filled with pride.

    Indeed, this ''Dragon Whale Mountain'' was his most prized possession. Not only was it immensely powerful, capable of summoning mountains to crush anything in its path, but it was also a gift from his ancestors, representing the Dragon Whale Clan, symbolizing his status within the clan.

    Strength.

    Status.

    All were embodied in this treasure.

    Lu Qingfeng took a few more glances, then turned his gaze to Yu Xiangzi, only to notice that at some point, the bamboo cane in his hand had been put away.

    Lu Qingfeng was somewhat disappointed.

    Dragon Whale Daoist, standing by and seeing that Yu Xiangzi''s hands were empty and noticing the look in Lu Qingfeng''s eyes, immediately understood and eagerly said to Yu Xiangzi, "Senior Brother, although your Golden Centipede Bamboo Stick may not be as mighty as my ''Dragon Whale Mountain'', it is also modeled after Junior Master Uncle''s ''Heavenly Centipede Bamboo Stick'' and is infinitely mysterious. Why not take it out and let Guang Yuan Daoist give it a look?"

    While speaking publicly.

    Privately, he was communicating silently, "Senior Brother, I believe this Guang Yuan Daoist hails from the Lower Realm and hasn''t seen much. If he wants to behold an Immortal Artifact, just indulge him in conversation. After all, we should work together in the future without any hard feelings."

    Yu Xiangzi listened, internally torn between laughter and tears.

    So, Dragon Whale Daoist fancied himself thoughtful, assuming that since Guang Yuan came from the Lower Realm, he had little experience and was merely curious about their Immortal Artifacts?

    "Decisive in killing."

    "Worth your pity, the man who relentlessly seized four Immortal Artifacts?"

    Yu Xiangzi''s heart was bitter, yet he dared not show the slightest sign, extended his hand, and the Golden Centipede Bamboo Stick appeared. Showing no change in expression, he said to Lu Qingfeng, "Allow me to inform you, Guang Yuan Daoist, this treasure is called the ''Golden Centipede Bamboo Stick'', crafted from Golden Pattern Water Bamboo and twelve Iron-Backed Centipedes. It emulates our Heavenly Daoist Sect''s Magic Artifact, the ''Heavenly Centipede Bamboo Stick''. The twelve Iron-Backed Centipedes, nourished with witch blood, are extremely vicious. They can form the Twelve Heavenly Array, possessing formidable power and numerous variations."

    "Golden Centipede Bamboo Stick."

    "Also a fine treasure!"

    Lu Qingfeng saw and nodded repeatedly.

    Indeed, this treasure was not inferior to the Dragon Whale Mountain. While the former had fewer variations and relied on brute force to challenge the Ten Thousand Laws, the latter, forged with Primordial Mutant Iron-Backed Centipedes, could form a Great Array, excelling in versatility.

    Each had its own ingenuity.

    Seeing Yu Xiangzi revealing the Golden Centipede Bamboo Stick and observing Guang Yuan''s pleasure, Dragon Whale Daoist immediately said with a laugh, "Guang Yuan Daoist, your foundations and Divine Skills are something I, Dragon Whale, cannot compare with. I wonder what treasure your mentor bestowed upon you for your Reincarnation in the Barbarian God Realm? Would you allow me and Senior Brother Yu Xiangzi to broaden our horizons?"

    In the give and take, a connection was established.

    Dragon Whale Daoist eagerly awaited Lu Qingfeng''s response, internally praising his own shrewdness.

    "…"

    Lu Qingfeng eyed the Long Ming Daoist.

    Yu Xiangzi stood beside him, gaze lowered.

    The atmosphere was suddenly tense and stagnant.

    Long Ming Daoist also sensed it and awkwardly chuckled, trying to defuse the situation, "It seems Long Ming has been rash."

    Yet secretly, he transmitted a message to Yu Xiangzi, "This Guangyuan Daoist Brother is quite difficult to get along with. Elder Brother has better eloquence than I, please go and smooth things over."

    Immediately afterwards,

    he fell silent.

    In truth, with Long Ming Daoist''s fiery temper, if Guangyuan hadn''t been a fellow sect member with unmatched power in the Material Realm, he would have already turned hostile. He was a registered disciple of the Six-Eyed Daoist and among the Dragon Whale Clan''s younger generation, he was one of the most distinguished.

    Truly fearless.

    It was only in the Barbarian God Realm, particularly facing Lu Qingfeng, who had just devastated Biya Mountain, that he suppressed his nature and took the initiative to please.

    But now he had reached his limit.

    Fearing he couldn''t control his temper, he hastily called for Yu Xiangzi''s help.

    Yu Xiangzi, too, was helpless and looking up at Lu Qingfeng, he offered a wry smile, "Younger Brother Long Ming always has such a temperament, I hope Daoist Brother doesn''t mind."

    "No trouble at all."

    Lu Qingfeng waved his hand, unconcerned.

    Yu Xiangzi dared not stay any longer and said to Lu Qingfeng, "My brother and I have heard of Daoist Brother''s fame and specifically came to meet you. Seeing Daoist Brother''s spirited appearance has made our trip worthwhile. I dare not impose any further. Thus, we''ll take our leave now."

    Having said this,

    worrying that Long Ming Daoist would cause trouble, he also transmitted the message silently, "Do not make a sound."

    Sure enough.

    A puzzled look on his face, Long Ming Daoist was about to inquire when he abruptly stopped upon hearing the transmitted message.

    His eyes, however, were filled with confusion.

    Upon hearing the farewell, Lu Qingfeng spoke with reluctance, "Why the rush, my fellow Daoists? I''ve been told you''ve been waiting at Luoyan Peak for months. I''ve just returned and I feel deeply remorseful for not attending to you sooner. I intend to be a better host for a few more days to make up for my neglect. I hope you''ll give me a chance."

    Yu Xiangzi, upon hearing this, repeatedly offered an apologetic smile, "Please excuse us, Daoist Brother. We waited these months just to see you. We have urgent matters to attend to and genuinely cannot stay. After handling our affairs, we shall definitely visit Zhenyuan Mountain again."

    It was clear they were intent on leaving.

    Seeing this, Lu Qingfeng examined the ''Dragon Whale Mountain'' and ''Golden Centipede Bamboo Stick'', and seeing the bewilderment on Long Ming Daoist''s face and Yu Xiangzi''s struggle to appear calm, he could not hide his regret, "If that''s the case, I shall not keep you any longer. When you have time in the future, you must visit Zhenyuan Mountain more often."

    "Definitely, definitely."

    Yu Xiangzi was inwardly pleased and hastily agreed, then hurriedly took his leave with Long Ming Daoist.

    ...

    Outside Zhenyuan Mountain.

    Two tunneling lights sped away rapidly, distancing themselves by hundreds and thousands of miles.

    Long Ming Daoist, who had been holding back for a long time and pondering, couldn''t help but turn to Yu Xiangzi and asked, "Elder Brother, do you suspect that Guangyuan Daoist Brother might attack us and try to seize our Immortal Artifacts?"

    After much thought,

    Long Ming Daoist couldn''t think of any other reason for Yu Xiangzi''s urgent departure from Zhenyuan Mountain. But, being of the same lineage of the Purple Wave Water Mansion, and with their teacher above, how could Guangyuan dare to attack a fellow sect member, despite his vast Divine Skills and predominant status in the Barbarian God Realm?

    Long Ming Daoist was baffled.

    "Think it over carefully, younger brother."

    "From beginning to end, did Guangyuan, or any disciple of Zhenyuan Mountain, ever admit even half a word that they are of our Purple Wave Water Mansion lineage?"

    Yu Xiangzi, perceiving Long Ming Daoist''s thoughts, replied with a question.

    "Hm?"

    Upon hearing Yu Xiangzi''s words, Long Ming Daoist was shocked, "What do you mean, Elder Brother? Although I don''t like Guangyuan''s temperament, he possesses highly revered Dutian Miao Technique, and even destroyed the Material Realm foundation of Taoyuan Cave. How could he not be from our Purple Wave Water Mansion lineage?!"

    Yu Xiangzi heard this with a bitter expression.

    Unlike Long Ming Daoist, Yu Xiangzi was more sensitive and attentive. Ever since arriving at Zhenyuan Mountain, he had suspicions about Xuan Ningzi''s demeanor. When Guangyuan returned today and revisited his attitude, Yu Xiangzi''s doubts deepened. The recent queries of Long Ming Daoist and the obvious reaction of Guangyuan —

    Clearly, he was not of the Purple Wave Water Mansion lineage!

    "Dutian Miao Technique, although most famous among our Heavenly Dao lineage, also belongs to various other senior uncles and ancestor masters. Among the primordial mutants, there are also those outside of our Heavenly Dao lineage with Dutian Daoist Rule."

    "Just because Guangyuan is proficient in Dutian Miao Technique does not necessarily mean he is of our lineage."

    "Think carefully, younger brother, how different his Dutian technique is from that of our Purple Wave Water Mansion?"

    Away from Zhenyuan Mountain, Yu Xiangzi''s mind was even clearer.

    At first, it was a case of not seeing the forest for the trees.

    Thinking that their teacher competes with Taoyuan Cave for domination of the Barbarian God Realm, others dared not intervene.

    And Guangyuan, creating conflict within the Barbarian God Realm with Taoyuan Cave, even destroying Luo Gu''s physical body, was clearly not from Taoyuan Cave''s lineage.

    He himself practiced the Dutian Miao Technique.

    A series of coincidences.

    Led Yu Xiangzi without much thought to subconsciously assume that Guangyuan must be of their Purple Wave Water Mansion lineage.

    But having stayed near Luoyan Peak next to Zhenyuan Mountain for half a year, and facing him today,

    Yu Xiangzi suddenly realized the truth—