Great Immortal With Boundless Mana

Chapter 105: The Interplay of Calamity and Destiny

"Ah Xian?!"

Next door, Zhu Qiniang sensed that something was wrong and anxiously called out Gao Xian's name.

"I'm fine."

Gao Xian noticed that Zhu Qiniang was already approaching with a sword, so he quickly got out of bed and opened the door to welcome her in.

There was still a strong smell of ashes in the bedroom, faintly accompanied by an indescribable stench.

Zhu Qiniang's gaze flickered as she didn't find any traces of enemies. She looked at Gao Xian in surprise and suspicion.

"It was an evil spirit. I killed it with the Nine Yang Talisman."

Gao Xian had also recovered by now, but his face still looked a bit unpleasant.

In the dimness, Zhu Qiniang could still see the lingering fear on Gao Xian's face. She gently held his hand with affection and said, "It's good that you killed it. Don't worry too much."

"Damn, it almost scared the piss out of me."

Gao Xian said with a frightened expression, "I dare not sleep anymore."

Zhu Qiniang comforted him softly, "It's alright. How about you sleep with me?"

"Okay!"

Gao Xian readily agreed, which was exactly what he intended.

The room had a foul smell, so Zhu Qiniang opened the window and closed the door.

She and Gao Xian returned to the west bedroom. It was already the darkest and coldest time of the night.

As soon as Gao Xian entered the room, he took off his outer clothes and got into bed.

Zhu Qiniang didn't take off her outer clothes and lay down with Gao Xian.

In fact, Gao Xian didn't have any ulterior motives. He just held Zhu Qiniang's waist and listened to her long breaths, feeling very peaceful in his heart.

The fright he had just experienced had completely dissipated.

After all, having gone through so much, his courage had also grown, and he was no longer the timid and slippery middle-aged office worker he used to be.

"This evil spirit came in a very strange way. Even the Yang Talisman I pasted on the doors and windows wasn't damaged. I don't know how it got in."

The more Gao Xian thought about it, the more he felt that this matter was bizarre. Where did this evil spirit come from?

Fortunately, his spiritual consciousness was strong and sensitive. Even in his sleep, he sensed the aura of the evil spirit.

And the Qinglian Crown on his head also protected his divine soul at critical moments, preventing the intrusion of evil energy.

"Evil spirits are inherently mysterious and unpredictable. You should consult Zhou Ye about this matter. He is very familiar with evil spirits. Moreover, he could tell early on that you were contaminated by evil energy, so he must have some tricks up his sleeve..." Zhu Qiniang said.

"Yes, I'll ask the old man tomorrow."

Gao Xian thought it was a good idea. He held Zhu Qiniang and had a conversation with her, slowly sinking his consciousness into the Heart-Mind Temple.

Inside the Heart-Mind Temple, Gao Xian opened the Book of Wind and Moon and saw that the True Yang Spear on it had already transformed into the Sun Spear.

Sun Spear: A formless spear condensed from Yang Qi and spiritual consciousness. It can refine the soul, break divine souls, and exterminate evil spirits (1/500 beginner level).

Compared to the Zhenyang Spear, the annotation of the Zhengyang Spear only added two characters, "chiyang" (炽阳).

Gao Xian felt that these two characters were crucial, representing a significant increase in the power of the Zhengyang Spear.

This was not just his own perception, but after the upgrade from the Zhenyang Spear to the Zhengyang Spear, he felt that his spiritual power had once again been enhanced, probably by more than 20%.

Originally, the limit of his spiritual perception radius was ten zhang, but after reaching the fifth level of Qi Refining, his spiritual perception range increased to fifteen zhang.

Now his spiritual perception range is twenty zhang, which shows the enhancement of his spiritual power by the Zhengyang Spear.

Moreover, his lifespan has increased by another ten years, reaching one hundred and forty-five years.

Gao Xian tried the power of the Zhengyang Spear in the Heart and Mind Temple, but he couldn't make an accurate comparison.

Based on his feeling, it should be about a 40-50% increase in power compared to the fully leveled Pure Yang Spear.

Being able to break through at a critical moment was not just luck, but because he had already trained the Pure Yang Spear to the fully leveled state.

Gao Xian was really tired, and he didn't have the energy to think about these things anymore. He quickly fell asleep.

When he opened his eyes again, it was already bright outside.

Gao Xian looked up and saw Zhu Qianniang's beautiful emerald eyes.

He was a little surprised, "You didn't sleep?"

Zhu Qianniang got off the bed and said, "I couldn't fall asleep. Let's get up and eat. Da Niu has already prepared the meal."

Da Niu had come to check on them twice, but seeing that Gao Xian and Zhu Qianniang were still asleep, he didn't dare to make a sound.

He was just simple-minded, not stupid.

Gao Xian got up and had a hearty breakfast before returning to his room.

The cold wind blew in through the window, and the strange smell in the room had long dissipated.

Gao Xian found the little black cat in the bed, curled up and freezing, but still warm to the touch.

In fact, after eating so much demonic beast meat, the little black cat not only didn't turn into a demonic beast, but its vitality also became exceptionally strong.

Although the room was a bit cold, it couldn't freeze the little black cat.

The little black cat meowed and rubbed against Gao Xian, clearly showing more affection.

During this period of time, the little black cat had been distant from him, but now it had finally returned to its previous closeness.

Obviously, this little guy could sense evil energy.

Gao Xian felt relieved as well. With the confirmation from the little black cat, it proved that the evil spirit had been completely eradicated.

Gao Xian prepared a small gift and went to visit Zhou Ye at the Zhou family.

When Zhou Ye saw Gao Xian coming with a gift, he was a little surprised. The year had already passed, so what did it mean to bring a gift?

Inviting Gao Xian into the room, Zhou Ye asked, "What does this mean, nephew?"

"It's nothing, just coming to thank Uncle Zhou. Uncle Zhou saved my life..." Gao Xian briefly explained the situation. In fact, even without Zhou Ye's Jiuyang Talisman, he might not have been in danger.

With the upgraded Zhengyang Spear, it was also possible to eliminate the evil spirit.

However, after all, the Nine Yang Talisman was used. One still needs to understand this matter of human relationships.

On the other hand, Gao Xian was no longer as confident. Although the Zhengyang Spear was good, it seemed to be not as powerful as the Nine Yang Talisman. At least at this level, the Zhengyang Spear was not as good as the Nine Yang Talisman.

After all, life is one's own, so he prepared to use two more Nine Yang Talismans for self-defense. Hmm, he would also get one for Qi Niang.

Gao Xian sincerely asked for advice, "Uncle Zhou, I pasted a Yang Talisman on the doors, windows, and walls, but how did the evil spirits enter silently?"

"Evil spirits can actually be divided into many types. Simply put, they can be divided into those with substance and those without substance."

Zhou Ye said, "According to what you said, the white-clothed evil spirits are intangible evil spirits, like phantoms that can penetrate various barriers. For example, they can enter your room from underground..."

Gao Xian suddenly realized that indeed, if evil spirits could pass through walls and the ground, then everything made sense.

This old man really had some skills, at least he had enough experience and knowledge.

He humbly asked again, "Uncle Zhou, why did the evil spirits come to me?"

Zhou Ye smiled and said, "There can be many reasons for this. You should know that evil spirits are the tribulation of cultivators. Maybe there is no reason at all, it's just that when one has a tribulation, they encounter evil spirits."

"Of course, in most cases, there are reasons. For example, if you touch something unclean, or intrude into the territory of evil spirits, or if there have been too many killings, it can attract evil spirits..."

Gao Xian asked with some doubt, "Killing too many people can also attract evil spirits? Then the guys from the Red Snake Gang would have been wiped out long ago!"

"That's natural. Killing accumulates killing intent, and killing intent can potentially attract evil spirits."

Zhou Ye said slowly, "The specifics depend on the individual. No one can say for sure."

Gao Xian felt a bit uneasy. In the past year, he had killed many people. Could it be that the killing intent had attracted the evil spirits?

He thought for a moment and asked, "Uncle Zhou, if it is the killing intent that attracts evil spirits, how can it be resolved?"

Zhou Ye looked deeply at Gao Xian, his gaze filled with complex meaning.

Gao Xian hurriedly explained, "I was just giving an example."

Zhou Ye waved his hand and said, "How many cultivators can avoid killing?"

He continued, "Even if there is killing intent, it's not necessarily a bad thing. Spiritual consciousness can absorb killing intent to enhance cultivation."

"So those who frequently kill are all mentally strong and powerful. With the same level of cultivation, they are just more formidable in fights."

Zhou Ye added, "Cultivators go against the natural order and face various tribulations."

"This applies to cultivators of all levels. Even the powerful Nascent Soul True Immortal has to temper their Nascent Soul in the Wind Tribulation in order to achieve Soul Formation."

"Soul Formation Dao Lords have to undergo the Fire Tribulation to refine their Primordial Spirit into pure yang."

Zhou Ye said, "When a divine treasure descends from the heavens, it is both fortune and tribulation. So, if you can't overcome it, it becomes a tribulation; if you can overcome it, it becomes fortune."

"The same goes the other way around. If someone wants to kill you, it's a tribulation; if you kill them and obtain a divine treasure from their body, it becomes fortune."

Fortune and tribulation are mutually generated, it all depends on the cultivator themselves.

He comforted, "So, you don't need to be too afraid of evil spirits."

Gao Xian sincerely said, "Thank you, Uncle Zhou, for enlightening me. Everything is clear now."

Zhou Ye indeed had insight and explained things very clearly.

Especially the principle of fortune and tribulation, it had a certain dialectical thinking and wisdom.

Gao Xian was truly inspired. He enthusiastically flattered the old man, and Zhou Ye was also flattered, feeling very pleased with himself.

Zhou Ye couldn't help but show off, saying, "Even if we cultivators live a miserable life, we still don't want to mix with the mundane world. It's because the mundane world is filled with countless impure thoughts, giving rise to various evils."

"For these evils, the spiritual energy in the cultivator's body is like a light in the dark night. Cultivators who reside in the mundane world almost always end up dying. This is the tribulation of the people in the mundane world..."

Gao Xian nodded earnestly, learning from the old man and resolving his doubts about why Qi Refining cultivators live such miserable lives and are unwilling to return to the mundane world.

So that's how it is! Everything makes sense now!

Taking advantage of the old man's happiness, Gao Xian said, "Uncle Zhou, the Jiuyang Talisman is truly amazing. I want to get two more for protection."

The smile on Zhou Ye's face froze instantly.

One Jiuyang Talisman sells for one hundred spirit stones. Even the cost alone is more than ten spirit stones, and considering the consumption of Yang Qi and essence blood, this kid is asking for two at once. It's too ruthless!

Gao Xian knew that Zhou Ye was being stingy again, so he quickly said, "How can I just take such a valuable talisman from Uncle Zhou for free? I'll deduct the money from the pills."

Only then did Zhou Ye's anger turn into joy. He pretended to be polite and said, "Two Jiuyang Talismans are nothing. I'll give them to my talented nephew for protection."

"No, Uncle Zhou, how can I just take the talismans you worked so hard to make for free..."

Gao Xian had no choice but to go through the formalities with the old man and persuade him repeatedly before the old man reluctantly agreed.

Gao Xian also asked about the Zhenyang Spear in a roundabout way. From Zhou Ye's answer, it seemed that the old man didn't know that the Zhenyang Spear could be upgraded to the Zhengyang Spear.

After chatting for a while, the old man's disciple hurriedly came in and said an important guest had arrived ahead. The old man and Gao Xian exchanged a few words and then busied themselves with entertaining the guest.

When the old man left, Zhou Yuling opened the door and waved for Gao Xian to come in.

Gao Xian was delighted. He loved the bedroom the most because it was private, safe, and convenient.

"You haven't come to see me for thirty-seven days. Do you not miss me?!" Zhou Yuling playfully poked Gao Xian's chest with her hand. "I should take this out and see if I'm inside!"

Gao Xian was about to speak when Zhou Yuling suddenly looked pleasantly surprised and said, "You've advanced to the fifth level of Qi Refining!"

When she poked him just now, she sensed the subtle changes in Gao Xian's body's aura, which was very different from a month ago.

Zhou Yuling was very sensitive and paid special attention to Gao Xian's condition, immediately noticing the changes in him.

Gao Xian was also infected by Zhou Yuling's joy, and a smile appeared on his face. "Yes, I successfully refined my lung orifice yesterday."

"So you were diligently cultivating. You're such a good boy. I won't blame you anymore."

As she spoke, Zhou Yuling quickly kissed Gao Xian on the lips. She then smiled and said, "Keep cultivating well. When you reach Foundation Building, we can dual cultivate!"

Gao Xian's heart trembled. He hugged Zhou Yuling and teased, "What is dual cultivation? I don't understand. Sister, teach me..."

"Take off your clothes, and I'll teach you!" Zhou Yuling was about to give Gao Xian a lesson but was unable to exert any force as he held her tightly.

The two of them were hugging and playing around when Gao Xian suddenly realized something was wrong. Zhou Ye had brought two people into the courtyard.

Gao Xian quickly let go of Zhou Yuling and said, "Someone's here."

Zhou Yuling hurriedly straightened her clothes and peeked out of the window. Her face immediately changed.

"It's Nan Zhengxing. This is bad..."

End of Chapter 2