Chapter 696 - 511: Stirring Inheritance (Part 3)
"I have already dispatched an avatar to enter the Celestial Mountain of the Skytangle to collect some key information. I have gathered you all here today to share this information and discuss our next steps to explore the mountain and obtain the heritage."
Many Dharma Masters were surprised upon hearing this.
Everyone knew that the rules of the Grand Thousand World posed great restrictions, and the Source Sea greatly suppressed Daoist Monarchs in the Tribulation Crossing Realm.
Generally, very few Daoist Monarchs would rashly go to the Source Sea, let alone enter the unknown Skytangle Celestial Mountain, bearing unknown dangers.
Chen Sheng sighed inwardly upon hearing this:
"The struggle for the Great Dao is truly fierce among these Daoist Monarchs!"
"After all, Crossing the Tribulation isn’t the same as Mahayana, the Great Dao isn’t complete."
"The tribulations of the Great Dao are infinitely powerful. Each Tribulation Crossing is a near-death experience, even strong Daoist Monarchs might not emerge unscathed."
"Although Tribulation Crossing Daoist Monarchs seem revered, they are not necessarily carefree. Compared to Dharma Masters, they urgently need this opportunity."
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"That’s basically the situation."
"The heritage of the True Immortal has appeared, gathering winds and clouds. This is an unprecedented era of great contention, and perhaps soon, another supreme might ascend."
"Let us, fellow Daoists, be encouraged together!"
Kong Fang Daoist Monarch paused slightly, then shifted the focus of his speech, revealing some news:
"Additionally, within the Skytangle Celestial Mountain, Divine Techniques are the most affordable, while other rare treasures each have different prices..."
"Starting today, the Immortal Mansion will fully open its Treasure Vault. The Divine Techniques, Magical Treasures, and Immortal Pills stored within are all available for exchange by you, fellow Daoists."
"The exchange prices are definitely lower than in the Skytangle Celestial Mountain, ensuring you won’t be at a disadvantage."
All the Dharma Masters stood up and cupped their hands, repeatedly praising:
"Such magnanimity from the Daoist Monarchs!"
"Thank you for your kindness, you three Daoist Monarchs!"
Chen Sheng understood inside, pondering secretly:
"As expected, the three Daoist Monarchs are also drawn to the heritage of the True Immortal. Their strategy is to find ways to earn Contribution Points for the mountain."
"The Tribulation Crossing and Mahayana inheritances within the mansion must have been exchanged as well."
At this moment, the other two Daoist Monarchs also began to speak.
Cangyuan Daoist Monarch nodded:
"Fellow Daoists, I have dabbled in the art of Alchemy. If any of you have original medicinal materials or alchemy recipes, feel free to consult me."
"I can refine Elixir Pills for you, in exchange for just a small amount of Contribution Points..."
Wan Huan Daoist Monarch followed suit, his voice clear and resonant like jade:
"I have delved into the Artifact Refining Skill for many years; ordinary seventh-tier Heaven-Reaching Ancient Treasures can all be refined."
"Should any of you have ores, blank artifacts, or damaged Immortal Artifacts in need of repair, come to me. The prices will be favorable, ensuring you won’t suffer losses."
Their words were gentle, yet every word conveyed sincerity, in line with Kong Fang Daoist Monarch’s strategy.
They used their skills to gather herbs and ores, earning Contribution Points for the celestial mountain.
Upon hearing this, all the Dharma Masters once again cupped their hands in praise, repeatedly responding:
"Certainly, certainly! If we need Alchemy or Artifact Refining in the future, we will definitely visit the Daoist Monarchs first!"
However, these responses were mostly polite.
In the Immortal Dao, private interests are valued. Cultivators prioritize their own interests in cultivation, and with the celestial mountain’s emergence, opportunities lie ahead; people all the more act this way.
Eventually, how they act will center around their own benefits. If transactions with the Daoist Monarchs prove profitable, they will willingly collaborate.
If no profit is to be had, even if the Daoist Monarchs hold revered status, they may not comply.
The three Daoist Monarchs observed this without a change in expression, still smiling, as if they had long understood the Dharma Masters’ thoughts.
Though Tribulation Crossing Daoist Monarchs hold revered status, wielding power over the Immortal Mansion, they cannot force the many Dharma Masters, let alone exploit them.
If cornered, these Dharma Masters can simply retreat into the Source Sea. With the Source Sea’s native suppression, the Daoist Monarchs are helpless.
Moreover, now the Skytangle Celestial Mountain has opened, giving the Dharma Masters an alternative path. Even if they leave the Immortal Mansion, they can still find opportunities within the mountain to improve their cultivation.
They can only, within the rules, utilize the vast platform of the Immortal Mansion, gather resources from all sides, and earn Contribution Points for the celestial mountain; they cannot forcibly control the many Dharma Masters.
Kong Fang Daoist Monarch slightly lowered his eyes, feeling a trace of helplessness, contemplating secretly:
"These two old friends, one excels in Alchemy, the other in Artifact Refining. Perhaps I can nurture more disciples."
"Within the Skytangle Celestial Mountain, there are rewards not only for Dharma Master level experts but also exclusive opportunities and rewards for the outstanding below Dharma Master level."
"Though it’s difficult to grasp Dharma Masters, it’s different with the talented young ones. For ordinary resources below the seventh tier, I can easily offer fortunes, exchanging with them."