Chapter 15: The Battle of Divine Instruments (Part 1)

  Piao Yu Dao Zun smiled slightly and said, "Lian Shu little sister, you won't mind me calling you that, will you? Although we don't have your natural talent, after all, we've also cultivated for over two thousand years. In this situation, Zhi Shui can still handle it, so there's no need to worry about her. Even if she were in danger, I would lend a hand in time. The arrogance of Wu Zhao Xian needs to be suppressed."

  Lian Shu said in shock: "Sister, are you really that confident? The Water Rhythm Sect Master has already transcended the five elements and reached the state of non-decline."

  "Keep watching. You'll understand soon."

  Lian Shu looked at Piaoyue Daozun's composed demeanor and felt a slight stir in her heart, no longer speaking, she gazed up at the two figures in the sky.

  Shui Yun and Zhi Shui faced each other in mid-air, no matter how much Shui Yun's aura grew, Zhi Shui remained as calm as a small boat on a stormy sea, unaffected by the force, making it impossible for Shui Yun to discern reality from illusion.

  Shui Yun said coldly: "Zhi Shui, you make the first move. Otherwise, you won't have any chance."

  "Those words should be said by me to you instead. Shui Yun, my Taoist name is Zhi Shui, and it seems that I can suppress you perfectly. Let me see what kind of extraordinary skills the Five Lights Immortal Water Sect has. Ah! By the way, don't forget your previous promise, if you lose and refuse to acknowledge it, then the Five Lights Immortal will probably be unable to stand in the Cultivation Realm."

  "With a cold hum, he said: 'I've never seen anyone as arrogant as you. Can't you feel my cultivation? I've already entered the realm of non-decline, transcending the five elements, and belong to the Dao Zun level. It's all orthodox, I don't want to make it too difficult for you. As long as you admit defeat now and fulfill the conditions I mentioned earlier, I'll spare you.'"

  "Overestimating oneself is probably you. Not falling into the realm? It seems like I reached that hundreds of years ago. The title of Dao Zun, I've used it for a long time too, no wonder Ha Long said you five are narrow-minded and short-sighted, I think he's absolutely right. Heaven and earth have no bounds, Qian Kun borrows the law, present." Along with the chanting of the Fa jue, a circle of cyan light halo emanated from Zhi Shui Dao Zun's body, a light ring much brighter than Water Rhythm appeared quietly behind her back, an overwhelming aura spread out to cover the sky and earth, instantly suppressing Water Rhythm.

  Tong He, who was watching from below, exclaimed: "I didn't expect that after a thousand years, Zhi Shui True Man has reached the Dao Zun level, he's really impressive!"

  Xing Tian stared blankly at the sudden change in the sky, muttering: "This, this is impossible? Even a small sect like Yun Zong can have someone who surpasses the Not Falling Boundary, it's unthinkable, truly too unthinkable."

  Tong He said, "Nothing is unthinkable. A thousand years ago, my junior brother Zi He and I joined forces, but under the hands of Zhi Shui True Person, we only managed to escape with our lives a few times. Her Taoist skills are profound, earning our admiration."

  Xing Tian naturally knew that Tong He and Zi He had a very high status in Qian Hui Valley, both of whom were masters of the Xia Ju boundary, whose cultivation was not much different from his own. Yet, this Zhi Shui True Person could actually defeat two with one, winning easily, his power was really unimaginable.

  Wu Yun Zong looked at Zhi Shui Dao and said in a low voice, "If the Yun Sect can send out its true strength to participate in our demon-sweeping operation, this battle will be worthwhile."

  Lian Shu's Buddhist teachings were profound, and her willpower was extremely high. With the faith that Piaoyou Daozun had previously revealed, she wasn't too surprised to see Zhi Shui Daozun's transformation. She only transmitted a sound to ask Piaoyou Daozun: "Sister, did you also hide your true strength?"

  Piao Yu Dao Zun smiled and said: "Of course. We have plenty of spiritual energy in the Cloud Mountain Range, if Sister is willing to come as a guest, we will definitely welcome her warmly."

  Lian Shu nodded and said, "After this demon-sweeping operation is over, I will definitely visit you at home." She now had many doubts in her mind. The Lianyun Sect, which had never been very prominent, had actually produced two masters who exceeded the Not Falling Realm. She was eager to understand the true situation of the Lianyun Sect.

  Dao Zun's eyes lit up and he said, "Be careful, it's time to take action."

  As expected, both Shui Yun and Zhi Shui's bodies burst forth with intense light, each of them summoning a flying sword above their heads, as if accumulating power. It turned out that although Shui Yun was shocked by Zhi Shui's revealed strength, she couldn't bear to admit defeat in front of so many fellow practitioners, so she gritted her teeth and immediately summoned her own flying sword, ready to engage in a fierce battle with Zhi Shui.

  The master of the Wuyun sect let out a soft sigh, paused with his Zen staff in hand, and said: "The Buddha said that the empty space has no boundaries and cannot be measured. The Bodhisattva's generosity is boundless and formless. The merits obtained are also like the empty space, immeasurable and boundless. In this world, nothing is greater than the empty space. Among all natures, nothing is greater than the Buddha nature. The Buddhist Dharma is boundless and universally saves all sentient beings."

  The low and thick Sanskrit chanting continued to rise and fall, filling the air with silence. Everyone felt a sense of solemnity, with the master of Wuyun sect at the center, a faint yellow light slowly rose up, covering everyone above twenty meters away. The transparent barrier looked extremely thin but gave people a sense of stability.

  Dao Zun turned to Hai Long Dao and said, "The method used by the master of the Wuyun Sect is a great divine ability of Buddhism. If I'm not mistaken, it should be the Vajra Mantra. Don't underestimate this suddenly appearing barrier. Even if I attack with all my might, I may not necessarily be able to break through it. It requires extremely great divine abilities to display."

  "Jin Gang Zhou and the true realm of Shen Xiao Tian Lei Fa are all part of the great divine power. Jin Gang Zhou can be both strong and gentle, and it's amazing that Brother Wu Yun can use this mantra so effortlessly. I'm afraid his cultivation has already approached the late stage of Mo Ce. Perhaps sister doesn't know, but if we Buddhists want to transcend the Buddhist kalpa, we must resist with Jin Gang Zhou in order to have hope. Brother Wu Yun's cultivation is truly admirable."

  "Once the Golden Spell of the Wuzu Sect Master is activated, Shui Shi will not be able to detect what's happening below from above. Wait a while, and once they really start fighting, you immediately leave here. First return to Lianyun Sect yourself. In another half year, it should also be time for the five-year disciple recruitment period, at which point the seal on Lianyun Mountain will naturally open. Enter the mountain, find your way back to Moyun Peak, and then immediately enter closed-door cultivation. I'll try to persuade Shui Shi again, perhaps you can avoid punishment."

  "Hai Long bitterly smiled and said: 'Ancestor, I've never been to Central Plains before, I don't know the way back!'"

  Dao Zun said, "The road is easy to find, just head west and after leaving the Central Plains, ask about Lianyun Mountain, you'll naturally be able to find it. You're not going to visit your friend, are you? You can go there on the way."

  Hai Long was overjoyed and said, "Thank you, Master." Not only could he avoid the punishment of Zhi Shui Dao Zun, but he could also see his good friend. What more could he ask for? Moreover, traveling alone would also give him a chance to tour the Central Plains, and with half a year's time, he should be able to find his way back.

  Piao Yu Dao Zun sighed secretly in his heart, Hai Long was not a creature of the mortal world, letting him temper himself in the Central Plains would be good for him, and it would definitely help his future cultivation.

  Lian Shu looked at Hailong and Piaoyue Daozun with some curiosity, saying: "Sister, although this child's words were a bit reckless just now, there's no need to blame him, is there?"

  "Stop Water Junior Sister has always been strict with her disciples, and Hai Long's cultivation is lowly, it's not convenient for him to participate in the demon-sweeping action, let him go back first." Turning his head towards Hai Long, he said: "On the road, you must be careful, try not to reveal your true identity as a cultivator, now that the evil path is rampant, once you encounter them, you must quickly escape and not get entangled, do you understand?"

  "Hai Long touched the star-blue ring on his neck and said excitedly, 'Ancestor, rest assured, I will rush back to Lianyun Sect at the fastest speed. With the few magical artifacts given by Master Ancestor, nothing will go wrong.'"

  A hint of reluctance suddenly rose in Dao Zun's heart, and she had grown accustomed to having this mischievous child by her side during their time together. She nodded lightly and said, "Alright, after we leave here, everything will be up to you. Once Shi Water uses the treasure, you must leave immediately. After their duel ends, I won't let her chase after you. This might come in handy for you." As she spoke, she handed a dull, deep blue ring to Hai Long.

  Hai Long took over the ring and asked: "Ancestor, what is this?"

  Piaoyu Daozun said, "This is the Qiankun Seal, it has the effect of storing objects. As long as your magical power is sufficient, you can store all the treasures in the world. When using it, you only need to insert your own magical power into it."

  With the cleverness of a sea dragon, he naturally understood the benefits of this thing and happily said: "This thing is really good, when I go back, I will definitely be able to bring more gifts for my masters."

  Piaoyu Daozun smiled and said: "Treasure it well, this is a low-grade treasure, in the mortal world it's a priceless treasure."

  In the air, the formal duel between Zhi Shui Dao Zun and Shui Yun Zong Zhu finally began. The two flying swords, fully charged with magic power, collided with a loud crash like thunder and lightning. A large area of cyan light burst forth in the sky, while Zhi Shui Dao Zun remained motionless, but Shui Yun was blown back dozens of meters away. The sword's glow dimmed slightly, clearly at a disadvantage. In the midst of their intense collision, the clouds in the sky dispersed rapidly, and the cloud above them formed a whirlpool that vanished into thin air in an instant, showing just how formidable their magical powers were.

  Zhi Shui Dao Zun said faintly: "Shui Yun Sect Master, if you don't want to lose face, it's better to stop now."

  Her breathing was slightly rapid, and although their cultivation levels were only slightly different, this tiny difference was enough to decide the outcome. Shui Yun said coldly: "Good, good, Lianyun Sect is hiding very deeply! Zhi Shui, it's not easy to defeat me. Water ripples flow, Tian Hong penetrates the day." A blue light flew out from her hand, a large water droplet floated in front of Shui Yun, and a circle of blue light halo was constantly emitted from it. On the surface, it didn't look very powerful, but the pure and mysterious light it emitted gave people a strange feeling, as if this large water droplet was an endless source. Shui Yun said coldly: "Zhi Shui Dao Zun, if you can defeat my Water Sect's treasure - the Source of Water, I will admit defeat."

  The Waterway Venerable's face revealed a solemn expression. Although she had never seen the source of water, this magical instrument, but from the energy pattern it emitted, it could be confirmed that this was a low-grade immortal artifact. Although it was low-grade, after all, it was an immortal artifact, and its power should not be underestimated. In a deep voice, he said: "Good, since the Water Rhythm Sect Master has already taken out her signature move, I, Stop Water, can't be too petty either. Immortals, Buddhas, gods, demons, and ghosts, all are born from heaven, praying to the giant wheel of heaven and earth, follow my heart and move." A golden light suddenly burst forth, and a circular treasure was sacrificed by Stop Water Venerable, which was the immortal artifact Praying Heaven Wheel.

  The Prayer Wheel floated in front of the Still Water Dao Zun, under the gaze of the surprised Water Rhythm. The Still Water Dao Zun struck one complex symbol after another into it, and the sharp golden light continued to intensify, even the Vajra Mantra seal set by the Gu Yun Buddha Zun trembled with it.

  Wu Yun's hands formed a Buddhist seal, and he moved the Vajra Mantra down ten meters while continuously pouring his own Buddha power into it. He lightly sighed: "This is a battle of Xian-level equipment! Fellow Taoists, please be careful."

  The water rhyme has reached the point where the arrow is on the string and cannot be released, facing the prayer wheel with unparalleled power. She gathered the source of the water in front of her, constantly pouring her magic into it, forming layer upon layer of blue ripples that shielded her body, blocking the massive momentum of the prayer wheel outside. The energy fluctuations of the two magical artifacts became more and more intense.

  Under the reflection of the Qí Tiān Lún, Zhǐ Shuǐ Dào Zūn floated in mid-air as if she were about to ascend to heaven. Her demeanor was calm and composed as she continuously urged on her magical powers. Her hands bloomed like fresh flowers, pouring one wave after another of decisive blows into the Qí Tiān Lún.

  The Qí Tiān Lún had been with her for five hundred years and was one of the most powerful sacred artifacts in the Lián Yún Sect. In the past, because Zhǐ Shuǐ Dào Zūn was the weakest among the second generation disciples, Jiàn Tiān Dào Zūn gave this treasure to her to use. After five hundred years of cultivation, Zhǐ Shuǐ Dào Zūn had basically mastered its usage. Although she couldn't fully unleash the Qí Tiān Lún's power due to limitations in her magical powers, once she did, it would have a shocking and awe-inspiring effect that could move heaven and earth, and make ghosts and spirits weep.

  The Prayer Heaven Wheel was left by Lian Yun Zushi, and it belongs to the middle-grade immortal artifact. It is a guest star of evil demons and evil paths. As long as it is used properly, it can completely disperse the evil energy and use the prayer heaven method to re-enter the cycle of reincarnation, making them never able to transcend for eternity. Its effect is especially significant when dealing with monsters. It is the guest star of all those who cultivate demons using birds as their bodies. If someone from a demon sect sees this object, they will be frightened and escape in panic.

  Relying on the power of the Prayer Heaven Wheel, Zhi Shui Dao Zun had previously severely injured Wu Xuan Ben Zun, who acted impulsively. That was just an attack without any magical decision being infused into his body. At this moment, under Zhi Shui Dao Zun's full force, the Prayer Heaven Wheel is gradually revealing its true face. The disk-like body is constantly expanding, and under the illumination of golden light, it is impossible to see its appearance clearly. A vague low hum keeps echoing around it, giving people a feeling that shakes their hearts and souls.