Chapter 348: Split Soul Reincarnation, Exploring the Netherworld

Jiangnan, [Hidden Sword Villa].

“A good era is coming…”

Lu Yang’s Immortal Spirit main body was currently gazing into the distance, sensing the eruption of auras from all directions. Chong Guang’s actions were simply like igniting a powder keg!

Under the watchful eyes of the seated Perfected Lords, almost all Foundation Establishment Perfected Ones felt as if they were shackled. Especially the Great Perfected Ones at Foundation Establishment Perfection; they were constantly monitored by the world’s Perfected Lords. One move affected the whole body. Those who truly had a chance at Seeking Golden Core were incredibly rare. In the end, they were nothing more than useful tools.

They were even less free and unfettered than the Great Perfected Ones at the late stage of Foundation Establishment.

But now, it was different.

“…Sixty years without Perfected Lords. It seems short, but in reality, even for a Great Perfected One at the late stage of Foundation Establishment, this time is more than enough.”

“Pity, it has nothing to do with me…”

Lu Yang still had self-awareness. He didn’t count on Seeking Golden Core within sixty years, but he felt he could look forward to reaching Foundation Establishment Perfection within that time.

“I already possess [Geng Metal] and [Shen Metal].”

“The next step, [Xin Metal], is in the hands of Martial Uncle Chong Guang. I should have a chance to get it later. That would make three Heavenly Spirits and Earthly Fiends!”

If he could find [You Metal] and gather four.

As an Immortal Spirit, he would reach perfection!

At that time, as long as he comprehended his Life-Bound Divine Ability, he could immediately emerge to seek the Golden Core!

“As long as I can gather them, I’d be willing even if I die. Anyway, I can use [The Book of a Hundred Lifetimes] to bring back all my cultivation. No matter how I think about it, it’s a huge profit…”

Because the [Qian Heaven All-Governing Myriad Phenomena Dharma Body] was both a Divine Ability and a Spirit Treasure, combining the characteristics of both.

And the cultivation option of [The Book of a Hundred Lifetimes] included the Divine Abilities one had cultivated!

In other words, if I choose cultivation, I can completely take the [Qian Heaven All-Governing Myriad Phenomena Dharma Body] with me. I don’t have to worry about wasting it!

Thinking of this, Lu Yang also became excited.

“Finally, there’s a chance…”

Immediately after, Lu Yang glanced at Patriarch Nether Whisper. The other party was still pinching his fingers and calculating something, clearly still immersed in Chong Guang’s earlier actions.

“…”

To be honest, Lu Yang didn’t feel much about it.

Of course, he was very grateful for Chong Guang’s actions, but whether it was Chong Guang or Mu Changsheng, their goals and aspirations were simply too grand.

They were too far away from him.

Perhaps only a genius like the Patriarch can resonate with them… A pity. Compared to grand ambitions, I care more about daily necessities.

For Lu Yang, he just wanted to walk upward step by step.

At any cost, reach the highest peak!

So compared to Chong Guang and Mu Changsheng, the person he resonated with most so far was actually Suo Huan… How could people struggling to survive care about grand ambitions?

Phew…

Putting away the distracting thoughts, Lu Yang stopped dwelling on it. Instead, he reactivated the [Marionette], shifting his vision back to the clone inside the [Southern Heavenly Gate].

As the Perfected Lords went into seclusion, the mighty force originally exerted on the [Southern Heavenly Gate] also dissipated. No longer isolated from the outside, Lu Yang could also commit suicide now.

Splurt!

In the next second, Lu Yang manipulated the clone, shattering his internal organs. Cracks covered his entire body, and in an instant, he turned into a bloody figure, looking as miserable as could be.

After doing all this, he took the Ancestor of the Yun Family and Perfected One Xiu Xin and left the [Southern Heavenly Gate].

Outside the [Southern Heavenly Gate], Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon’s gaze landed on Lu Yang almost immediately. Confusion appeared in his eyes first, followed by anger.

“Why are there only the three of you?”

Lu Yang didn’t let the clone answer. Instead, Perfected One Xiu Xin beside him spoke, “Senior Sister Ye was killed by the Peak Master of the Demonic Path’s Heaven-Mending Peak, and the other Perfected Ones were separated…”

As her voice fell, the [Southern Heavenly Gate] shook again.

Soon, several streaks of light flew out from within. They were the other Sword Pavilion Perfected Ones whom Lu Yang had deliberately let go after Ye Guyue’s death.

Now was just right.

With their descriptions, Ye Guyue’s death was immediately set in stone— killed by the Peak Master of the Demonic Path’s Heaven-Mending Peak in full view of everyone. No problem at all.

Seeing this, Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon could only sigh deeply. He looked at Lu Yang and said gently, “The Demonic Path is powerful; it is already extremely difficult for Fellow Daoist Lu to keep your life. The great defeat at the [Southern Heavenly Gate] this time is my responsibility. After returning, I will naturally ask for punishment. From now on, follow me back to the Sword Pavilion to recover properly…”

“The Perfected One is mistaken!”

Lu Yang still didn’t speak. Instead, he let the Ancestor of the Yun Family beside him speak, “How can there be talk of a great defeat for my Sword Pavilion this time? It should be a great victory!”

As these words came out, everyone fell silent.

Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon was slightly stunned, then a strange light flashed in his eyes. “Fellow Daoist Yun means…”

“Cough, cough, cough.”

Only at this moment did Lu Yang finally speak. Trembling, he took out a storage bag, then shook it gently, spilling out a hall full of magnificent colors.

Seeing this scene, Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon was stunned at first, then smiled with relief. “Good!”

Lu Yang cupped his hands upon seeing this and said with a weak voice, “Heaven-Mending Peak Master killed Senior Sister Ye. He has already died at my hands. Consider it revenge for Senior Sister Ye.”

“It’s just a pity that this junior only managed to get this many spiritual materials from the [Southern Heavenly Gate]…”

He understood the principle of suppressing first and raising later. If he took out so much loot right at the start, upon careful counting, everyone would realize a lot was missing—why is there only thirty percent? But if he let everyone think they got nothing at first, and then took out the harvest, the effect would be completely different.

Plus, with his appearance of being on the verge of death, who could say a bad word about him?

What? Seventy percent of the spiritual materials are missing?

Having thirty percent is already good! What? Could it be that I embezzled them?

“You’ve worked hard!” Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon grabbed Lu Yang’s hand.

Lu Yang saw this and hurriedly struck while the iron was hot. “Senior… this junior was fortunate not to fail the mission. Although my lamp is out of oil, I ultimately contributed a bit to the Sword Pavilion.”

“I only ask to join the Sword Pavilion in the next life, to obtain a trace of Dao destiny.”

Lu Yang spoke with sincerity, moving even Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon. After a long time, he said faintly, “If you don’t want to die, I might as well kill you…”

Lu Yang: “???”

“That is really unnecessary!”

Lu Yang, afraid that Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon would raise his hand and strike with a sword, hurriedly refused. “This junior’s heart is set on the Great Dao. I only ask to join the Sword Pavilion. Please fulfill this junior’s wish, Senior.”

“…Alright, I promise you.”

Perfected One Vanquishing-Demon looked solemn. “After you reincarnate, I will personally guide you and accept you as a disciple. From then on, you will be a True Disciple of my Sword Pavilion.”

There’s actually such a good thing!?

Lu Yang was instantly ecstatic internally. He frantically recalled his few meetings with [Sky-Shrouding] in his mind to barely suppress the corners of his mouth that were about to curl up.

“Then… many thanks, Senior…”

Before his voice fell, Lu Yang couldn’t wait to tilt his head.

The [Netherworld] opened wide!

Using the perspective of the split soul, Lu Yang saw what the [Netherworld] was for the first time. It was a pitch-black gate that only the souls of the dead could see.

Finally, I can officially clear my name and join the Sword Pavilion!

[Xin Metal] is already accounted for. The final [You Metal] might just land with the Sword Pavilion. Besides, I’ve wanted the Sword Pavilion’s cultivation techniques for a long time…

Aside from that, there was another target Lu Yang was quite interested in.

…Exploring reincarnation!

Ordinary souls entered reincarnation in a muddled state without self-awareness. Even a split soul would be disconnected from the main body, let alone be controlled remotely.

However, Lu Yang was different.

He could control the split soul’s actions through the [Marionette] and directly observe the scenes of reincarnation through the split soul’s vision!

Planning for a rainy day.

After all, even [Sky-Shrouding] is plotting for the [Netherworld]. If he can do it, why can’t I? I’ll come in first to scout the path. When I reach the Golden Core, I might just replace him…

Countless thoughts flashed through Lu Yang’s mind.

In the next second, as the split soul drifted into the [Netherworld], he felt his vision go slightly dark. Then, he found himself in a gloomy and eerie hall.

What entered his eyes was a pair of scrutinizing eyes.

…Hm?

Through the perspective of the [Marionette], Lu Yang watched the figure, whose entire body was covered in mist revealing only a pair of eyes, suddenly close the distance.

Green and white colors interlaced within those eyes.

Amidst the flowing brilliance, Lu Yang could even clearly see the reflection of his split soul in the depths of those eyes, less than an inch away from him.

“…Fellow Daoist?”

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