Cultivation: I Have Studied Abroad in the Modern World-Chapter 1187 - 523: Insights at Thunder Sound, Gathering of Golden Immortals (Part 2)

Chapter 1187: Chapter 523: Insights at Thunder Sound, Gathering of Golden Immortals (Part 2)

He didn’t know why, but he felt a deep sense of despair in his heart.

Huihong Arhat didn’t linger in the city for long. A day later, he took Zheng Fa straight to Leiyin Temple.

"Is this Leiyin Temple?"

Zheng Fa looked ahead and felt that his eyes were opened.

In front of him stood a towering peak, taller than any mountain Zheng Fa had seen. Strangely enough, the summit was not covered with snow, nor did it have rocks—it was an impressive, magnificent Buddhist hall.

In such a high position, the people in the hall might be able to look down and watch the sunset and reach out to pick flying stars.

Leiyin Temple is the top sect in the world, standing in the West Continent for several eras. It may have declined, but its inheritance has never been severed.

This place is naturally prosperous.

The houses, cottages, and courtyards ascend the mountain slope, densely packed, appearing like moss growing from the peak, vibrant yet chaotic.

Zheng Fa sensed the difference between Leiyin Temple and other Immortal Sects—

Leiyin Temple has never detached from the mundane; on the contrary, they seem deliberately close to the mortal world.

Zheng Fa also noticed in the previous city that believers, lawsuits, loans, and even contracts all go to the Buddhist Temple.

"The residence of Master Zheng is a secluded courtyard in a high area, where others dare not intrude; it is not as busy here."

Huihong seemed to worry he might not be accustomed and explained.

Zheng Fa didn’t mind but didn’t say much, only followed him to the courtyard.

This courtyard seems newly built, with East Continent style, featuring a back garden, rockery, flowing water, arch bridges, and pavilions, fully equipped.

Zheng Fa noticed several similar courtyards beside his.

"These are the residences of other Golden Immortals." Huihong saw his gaze and introduced, "Next to Master Zheng are the three Golden Immortals of the Supreme Dao."

"The courtyard to the right houses the Yaochi Blissful Heavenly Lady."

Zheng Fa was stirred, pretending to inquire casually: "How many Golden Immortals came from Turquoise Pool?"

"Only the Heavenly Maiden," Huihong replied casually, then added, "A bit farther are the courtyards of the two Golden Immortals from the Demon Race."

Golden Immortals from the Demon Race...

Zheng Fa frowned slightly.

"The Hidden World Three Immortals’ courtyard is behind Master Zheng’s; they have already arrived."

Once Huihong left, Zheng Fa calculated in his heart. This Daluo Dharma Meeting turned out to be an unprecedented Golden Immortal gathering for Xuanwei.

The attending Golden Immortals were different from what he imagined; some came in more numbers, others less.

For instance, only three Golden Immortals from the nine of the Supreme Dao came. It’s unclear whether to guard against Leiyin Temple or for other considerations.

Turquoise Pool sent only the Heavenly Maiden, which was even more peculiar.

The number of people from these two factions was less than Zheng Fa expected.

Moreover, more people—the Demon Tribe actually had two Golden Immortals?

When calculated like this, excluding Leiyin Temple’s Golden Immortals, nine visiting Golden Immortals were present, plus Zheng Fa, the husky among wolves, making ten.

Of course, the two from the Demon Tribe and the Heavenly Maiden, to Lu Yao, likely don’t count as outsiders.

...

Zheng Fa was neither the earliest nor the latest among the ten participants.

The Heavenly Maiden arrived early.

The next day, Zheng Fa encountered the entourage of the Yaochi Blissful Heavenly Lady—not exactly an encounter; she came specially to visit, with a warm attitude.

Among her attendants was Lord Nichang.

Zheng Fa, being an old acquaintance of Lord Nichang, knew that the latter had some disagreements in philosophy with the Heavenly Maiden. But at this moment, seeing the reverence and submission in Lord Nichang’s gaze towards the Heavenly Maiden.

After sending the Heavenly Maiden off, Zheng Fa watched Lord Nichang’s retreating figure, feeling that her manner during the conversation was natural, without any trace of anomaly.

The Heavenly Maiden’s attitude was good, but someone seemed to deeply resent Zheng Fa.

The two Golden Immortals from the Demon Race, one named Earth-shaking Demon Lord and the other Peacock Emperor, had striking names.

These two had arrived long ago.

Zheng Fa indeed saw them once. The Peacock Emperor’s true form needed no mention, but the Earth-shaking Demon Lord’s form seemed to be a blue ox. Upon seeing Zheng Fa, he bulged his cow-like eyes and flared his nostrils as his breathing gradually intensified.

"This is the Demon Emperor’s guest."

The Peacock Emperor coldly glanced at Zheng Fa, reminding him.

The seemingly impulsive Earth-shaking Demon Lord slowly calmed his breath, snorted coldly, and turned to leave.

This is probably the doing of the Nine Nether Emperor.

Zheng Fa was not angry but more cautious in his heart. That Lu Yao had such momentum among the Demon Tribe; to this day, the Peacock Emperor still called him the Demon Emperor, and even the mere mention of his name was enough to temper the Earth-shaking Demon Lord’s temper?

...

He also encountered the Hidden World Three Immortals once. These three were somewhat similar to him—not only did they come alone without disciples or juniors, but they were quite reclusive, staying in their courtyards without coming out.

Unfortunately, the Three Immortals didn’t think they were alike.

When they saw Zheng Fa, they respectfully saluted from afar but said nothing, turned, and left, appearing uninterested in interacting with Zheng Fa.

The Supreme Dao group arrived the latest, almost three days before the Daluo Dharma Meeting.

Xuan Chengzi accompanied by two Golden Immortals, followed by a group of disciples.

Upon seeing Zheng Fa, one disciple’s eyes lit up and called out to Zheng Fa, "Master Zheng!"

Zheng Fa looked up and saw Daoist Li carrying a sword, smiling at him.

"Daoist Li!"

Zheng Fa smiled and returned the gesture.

But Daoist Li’s smile froze, seemingly remembering something. He glanced askance and cautiously looked toward Xuan Chengzi.

Xuan Chengzi glanced at him, then at Zheng Fa’s smiling face, nodded indifferent, said nothing, and led the group straight to the three adjacent courtyards on the left.

Daoist Li, following behind, threw Zheng Fa a helpless glance upon turning.

...

"Junior Li, you and Zheng Fa have a good relationship?"

While the Supreme Dao group sat in the courtyard, Xuan Chengzi asked Daoist Li.

"Disciple once visited the Jiushan Sect," Daoist Li explained, thought, and added, "The ’Yellow Court Scripture’ created by Zheng Fa is extraordinary, highly beneficial to the Supreme Dao’s Daoist Skills."

"The ’Yellow Court Scripture’..." Xuan Chengzi pondered briefly, then shook his head, "Regardless of how extraordinary he is, remember that in the future, the Supreme Dao and Jiushan Sect are foes, not friends."

"...Understood."

"Zheng Fa, this person, is now an enemy of all Path Fruits. Without the Nine Nether Emperor’s protection and the so-called Hongmeng Purple Qi, he would have already died without a burial ground."

Xuan Chengzi spoke coldly.

Daoist Li nodded silently, then worriedly asked, "What will happen to him at this Daluo Dharma Meeting?"

Xuan Chengzi shook his head, thought for a long time, and sighed, "Lu Yao’s momentum is now established; Demon Tribe, Turquoise Pool, Leiyin Temple, nearly half of the Golden Immortals have been gathered by Lu Yao. The Supreme Dao had no choice but to participate, and we can only respond as needed. You barely have time to worry about yourself, yet you’re concerned about him?"

Daoist Li became genuinely anxious upon hearing this, "Is there danger at the Daluo Dharma Meeting?"

"Not likely. The Supreme Dao still has the protection of the Daoist Venerable. Lu Yao probably won’t act excessively."

Everyone in the Supreme Dao courtyard smiled.

"With the Daoist Venerable present, whatever Lu Yao plans, he cannot bypass the Supreme Dao," Xuan Chengzi continued, "We can wait for him to make an offer..."

"Shifu’s meaning is, Lu Yao convened the Daluo Dharma Meeting for us?"

"Lu Yao is a smart person. By choosing the Daluo Dharma Meeting format, he aims to consolidate Path Fruits worldwide," Xuan Chengzi confidently said. "As of now, there are only three Taiyi in the heavens and earth. The Nine Nether Emperor and Lu Yao are arch enemies. The greater his ambition, the more he needs to cooperate with us before plotting against the Underworld."

Daoist Li seemed convinced by this, nodding slowly.

Outside the courtyard, footsteps were heard.

A large group seemed to be heading towards the courtyard. 𝙧𝙚𝙚𝔀𝒆𝓫𝓷𝙤𝓿𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝙤𝓶

Xuan Chengzi stood up, surprised, "Is Lu Yao so eager, that he came to visit personally?"

The people of the Supreme Dao looked at each other with surprise and couldn’t help but feel a trace of pride—Given Lu Yao’s current influence, him visiting personally likely meant he placed great importance on the Supreme Dao, just as Xuan Chengzi said.

Lu Yao’s footsteps stopped.

"Is Master Zheng present?" Lu Yao’s calm voice was heard, clear as day.

The sound of the door opening and the welcoming voice of Zheng Fa followed.

Gradually, silence fell outside.

No one came for the Supreme Dao.