I Only Want to Lie Flat But Am Forced to Cultivate Immortality-Chapter 918 - 442: The Bridal Gown Within the Bronze Coffin

Chapter 918: Chapter 442: The Bridal Gown Within the Bronze Coffin

Outside the bronze coffin, Xu Qing respectfully invited the female demon to assist him in leading his Da Luo sect.

Inside the bronze coffin, the unclothed female demon was embarrassed and unable to even step out of the coffin.

The matter of purging the underworld river was imperative, how could Xu Qing simply let it go unchecked? Even if he had to deceive her, he must coax the celestial maiden inside the coffin out of her home.

This was not a sordid trick of a cowherd stealing the fairy’s clothes, but rather Xu Zombie’s great benevolence! 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

"This is a treasure robe in the form of a phoenix crown and wedding robe, available for the celestial maiden to use."

Xu Qing placed the bright red bridal robe before the bronze coffin, and the female demon opened a crack in the coffin, extending a smooth arm, revealing also inch-long brilliant red nails.

Evidently, in matters of nail care, the female demon was far more meticulous compared to the careless Xu Qing.

Just unsure if she gnawed them with her teeth, or if there’s a magical scissor hidden in the coffin capable of trimming the Kui Ba’s claws.

"This treasure robe is so exquisite, could it be a ceremonial gown?"

A rustling sound emerged from the coffin.

Xu Qing folded his hands and nodded: "Senior has keen eyesight. This is a ceremonial gown worn only when one feels happiest, signifying commemoration and blessing."

The phoenix crown and wedding robe originated from the era of Taizong five dynasties ago. After Taizong, in the reign of Tianshui, the phoenix crown and wedding robe became exclusive attires for the wives of officials, with more lavish designs for higher ranks.

First Grade embroiled in golden threads, Second Grade cloud shoulder patterns, Third Grade peacock motifs...

At that time, the phoenix crown and wedding robe was not acknowledged by the common people as wedding attire, until an empathetic Empress later declared: ’Wear my Han clothes, marry my Han son. All women in the realm, regardless of wealth or poverty, when wed, should wear the phoenix crown and wedding robe,’ thus it became the exclusive wedding attire of Han daughters.

Since its origin over a thousand years ago, how could the female demon exiled in the underworld river for several thousand years recognize it?

Let alone the concept of wedding attire only emerging hundreds of years ago!

"A ceremonial gown worn during one’s happiest moment? What counts as the happiest moment?"

The female demon seemed quite satisfied with the treasure robe given by Xu Qing.

"The celestial maiden defeating the master of soldiers is surely a cause for celebration."

Xu Qing reckoned the female demon would not leave the underworld river, at least not in the short term, remaining oblivious to the true meaning of the treasure robe, so he indulged in making idle claims.

"Defeat the master of soldiers? Didn’t you say it’s a ceremonial gown, why does it sound like battle apparel?"

Isn’t it? Battle apparel that boosts attack speed!

Xu Qing patiently explained: "Everyone has different criteria for happiness. This treasure robe was originally intended to be worn for the most memorable and unforgettable moments of one’s life..."

The bronze coffin fell silent for a moment, then Xu Qing heard the female demon coldly say: "Defeating the master of soldiers is not worth celebrating. Had I not exhausted my divine power in the battle back then, I wouldn’t be in this predicament now."

"..."

Xu Qing didn’t expect the female demon to say that, but he was undeterred.

"Senior places the life and death of the people above your own, which the junior admires greatly. As for this treasure robe... let it be a blessing for the celestial maiden, wishing her happiness like its symbolic meaning every day."

Xu Qing, accustomed to amusing cats and foxes, had honed his sweet-talking skills. Even the celestial maiden found it pleasant.

This junior is indeed commendable, though a man, but thankfully sincere, befitting her earlier sentiment towards kindness being rare among fellow beings, gifting him an immortal garment for protection.

Deep underground, Xu Qing continued to wait, while the female demon seemed to be primping like any ordinary daughter’s preparation to go out, taking more than half a day just to wear the phoenix crown and wedding robe.

Only after half a day did the bronze coffin open, revealing the true form of the celestial maiden.

Sloped shoulders, swan-like neck, the bridal attire highlighting frosty skin, fiery eyes, a stroke of vermillion lipstick painted vividly red lips.

The noble celestial maiden adorned with the phoenix crown and wedding robe.

This is by no means a common bone structure; it is truly the celestial glow shining into ten miles of red makeup, strikingly beautiful.

Xu Qing noticed the celestial maiden towering almost as tall as himself, perfectly fitting his size.

"This robe suits senior quite well."

The female demon nonchalantly replied: "Originally this treasure robe cannot be considered an immortal garment, but I just specially refined it, now it no longer inferior to divine palace attire."

Xu Qing realized, the celestial maiden wasn’t merely struggling to go out but rather busy crafting within the coffin, mending this bridal gown.

"Celestial Maiden Senior, with your dexterous hands, can truly lead twin swallows to soar, and wield the martial prowess to secure the universe..."

The female demon ignored Xu Zombie’s flattery and directly asked: "What are your chances of winning against the master of soldiers?"

Xu Qing, in bewilderment, asked: "Senior, are you not planning to intervene?"

"I possess an ancient enmity with the master of soldiers, I will naturally take action. But if you wish to defeat the master of soldiers, an army formation is essential."

"Do not tell me you came to invite me out without an army, nor the power to lead troops..."

Xu Qing furrowed his brows, inquiring: "If the celestial maiden desires military support, I do have a hundred thousand strong army, but why must an army formation be essential?"

The female demon explained: "The master of soldiers is the progenitor of all worldly weapons. In his early days, he ’received gold’ at Mount Gelu and Mount Yonghu, crafting the five weapons, thus creating swords, shields, halberds, and other vital implements for battle formations."

"He was born for war and will perish because of war. The Hidden Corpse Dharma Master summons his body, which must be the manifestation of the master of soldiers’ bygone obsessions. Even if others possess extraordinarily high divine techniques unless they defeat him with an army formation, the master of soldiers’ obsessions won’t dissipate, thus unable to be truly extinguished."

"Therefore, only by using the enemy’s strength, defeating the master of soldiers, can success be achieved in one battle."

The book ’Geography of the Countryside’ records: On Mount Yonghu, water gushes forth, followed by gold, the master of soldiers received and crafted it into the halberd of Yonghu... Hence the lord of all lands, with a single strike of the halberd in fury, Hidden Corpse littered the fields, illustrating the origin of the halberd.