Chapter 207: The Formation that Isolates the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi

Simultaneously, in the northern region of the Bottomless Abyss, an intricate series of white stone mountain ranges stretched across the expansive landscape.

Upon each ivory-white peak, innumerable vibrant mountain lakes were nestled.

From a sky-high perspective, the view resembled dozens of massive white dragons sprawled across the earth, their bodies adorned with iridescent scales.

Within those scenic mountain lakes, each body of water boasted a floating palace emitting an aura of immortality.

This was the esteemed domain of the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple.

Xu Xinlan, the Temple Lady of the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple, was convening a meeting with a group of senior cultivators from the Heavenly Temple.

"The Purple Heaven Holy Land has access to the Nether Qi Extraction Secrets!"

"Among our three major factions, their losses in these two demonic beast tide onslaughts were the least."

"Now, they're planning to unveil the Nether Qi Extraction Secrets, demanding a plethora of benefits in return. What a well-thought-out scheme they've concocted."

Xu Xinlan, casually fanning herself with a resplendent silk fan, expressed her thoughts.

Given their cultivation method, every individual at the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple, from the Temple Lady to the most basic disciples, embodied a chilly, emotionless demeanor.

Simultaneously, they were devoid of any worldly cravings.

The bond between the Purple Heaven Holy Land and the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple was relatively cordial, albeit only when juxtaposed with their relationship with the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace.

However, when significant interests were at stake, the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple would not readily capitulate.

"The demonic beast tide invasion is a grave matter for the Immortal Martial Continent, impacting countless lives!"

A Dao Palace realm powerhouse, Miao Qiong, interjected with a frosty tone, "How can the Purple Heaven Holy Land leverage the Nether Qi Extraction Secrets for their personal gain and resource hoarding? They should freely divulge it!"

"Indeed."

"The Nether Qi Extraction Secrets should be made accessible without any charge!"

"Now, let's unite with the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace and exert pressure on the Purple Heaven Holy Land!"

The other influential figures of the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple voiced their agreement in quick succession.

In truth, Xu Xinlan and her cohorts were well aware that it was an impossibility for the Purple Heaven Holy Land to disclose the secret free of charge.

The inflated demand was merely a negotiation tactic.

...

Time gradually trickled away.

Within the Grand Hall of the Purple Heaven Holy Land.

"We've received word."

"The Jade Lake Heavenly Temple has accepted our proposal to host this meeting."

"However, they have a prerequisite – that we unconditionally surrender Jiang Chen's Nether Qi Extraction Secrets to them."

Ji Mingxiu, examining the transmission jade token in his grasp, relayed the news unhurriedly.

"What?"

"Hand it over for free? That's inconceivable!"

Mo Yu immediately dismissed the idea, "The ladies of the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple are living in a fantasy!"

"Indeed."

"Handing it over for no cost is not a viable option."

Ji Mingxiu nodded in agreement, "They're surely aware of this too. They're merely awaiting our counter-proposal."

"What about the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace?"

Mo Yu inquired, "Are they of the same mind?"

"Precisely."

"Both the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace and the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple have conveyed their demands for the Nether Qi Extraction Secrets at no charge."

"Furthermore, the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace has asserted they will unreservedly reveal a hereditary formation capable of isolating the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi as a demonstration of good faith."

"Finally, the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace has rejected our suggestion to change the meeting location, insisting on convening at the Verdant Leaf Giant Peak."

"..."

Ji Mingxiu delivered the responses from both the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple and Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace with an air of tranquility.

"What!"

"A formation that can isolate the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi?"

"Does the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace truly possess such a remarkable asset?"

"..."

Expressions of astonishment appeared on the faces of the audience one after another.

Jiang Chen was also taken aback.

"A formation that can isolate the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi..."

"Our spies from Purple Heaven Holy Land within the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace have never come across such a formation, nor have we observed them employing it."

Mo Yu furrowed his brows, drumming his fingers against the armrest of his chair, suggesting, "How about we request them to reveal the actual formation, for verification."

"That's plausible."

Ji Mingxiu nodded, then swiveled towards Jiang Chen, "Jiang Chen, what are your thoughts?"

While it appeared as if he was directly consulting Jiang Chen, in actuality, he was providing an opportunity for Jiang Chen to converse with the two formidable powerhouses at the Void Tribulation realm.

After all, other cultivators were in attendance.

This wasn't a question of trust, but rather that matters pertaining to the Void Tribulation realm were better kept confidential!

"Um, let me mull over it."

Jiang Chen nodded, adopting a thoughtful demeanor.

He had already clandestinely communicated with Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning.

The formation capable of isolating the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi did indeed exist and was even fairly commonplace in the Everlasting Baseless Immortal Domain.

There were two variants of the formation that could isolate the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi: one developed by human cultivator civilization, and the other was a creation of the Nether Demon Clan itself.

The difference between the two formations was quite pronounced.

"I remember now!"

"I've come across information about the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi formation in an archaic text."

"There are two versions of such formations, one conceived by cultivators, and the other is an original Nether Demon Clan formation."

Jiang Chen suddenly displayed a flash of realization, "We could request to inspect the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace's formation, which would serve as an excellent opportunity to investigate if there is a connection between them, the demonic beast tide, and the Nether Demon Clan."

"Excellent!"

"Then I'll insist that the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace exhibit the formation for our scrutiny."

Ji Mingxiu nodded in agreement, "However, they will undoubtedly resist revealing the intricate details of the formation. Jiang Chen, will you be able to make a judgment?"

"No problem!"

Jiang Chen responded with a smile and a nod.

Now that he had Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning to rely on, their vast experience and knowledge were readily at his disposal.

What they knew, he knew!

Not only had Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning encountered the formation that could isolate the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi on numerous occasions, they had even mastered it!

"That's reassuring!"

Ji Mingxiu affirmed with a nod, promptly initiating negotiations with the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace!

The others cast glances towards Jiang Chen, their eyes widening in astonishment.

They had never anticipated that Jiang Chen, in addition to possessing the Nether Qi Extraction Secrets, also had knowledge of a formation that could isolate the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi!

In nearly everyone's perception, Jiang Chen's image grew slightly more awe-inspiring and all the more enigmatic.

Soon, at Ji Mingxiu's behest, the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace agreed to allow the Purple Heaven Holy Land to assess the merchandise.

The mode of inspection would be for the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace to provide a portion of the formation layout methodology, mnemonics, and illustrative images of the formation capable of isolating the Nether Demon Spiritual Qi.

Shortly after, a pallid-looking cultivator appeared outside the Holy Land Grand Hall. He was a disciple from the inner sect.

"Greetings, Esteemed Holy Lord!"

The disciple was quaking all over, he immediately knelt on the ground, hoisting a peculiar mirror high with both hands.

Everyone cast their gaze over and instantly comprehended that this individual was a spy for the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace, concealed within the Purple Heaven Holy Land.

However, this did not come as a surprise.

They had likewise implanted similar undercover agents within the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace.

"Whoosh!"

A gust of wind swept past.

The mirror held in the traitor disciple's hands was suddenly snatched by Ji Mingxiu.

Simultaneously, the treasonous disciple silently crumbled into countless specks of dust, dispersing into the vast expanse of the heaven and earth.

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