Chapter 2966: Far Away, Thunder Rumbles

But Sun Fuling said, does the Life Divinity of Lingxu Shengzun have no fixed form?

"The phrase he most often had on his lips before was, 'Life has no constant state.' Sun Fuling shrugged, 'So no one knows what form it will take next time it appears.'

All who heard were moved. At this level, one would sigh at Lingxu Shengzun's open-minded thinking.

Such people are the hardest to deal with.

"Speaking of this white flower." He Lingchuan pointed to the remaining small flowers on the table, "In which cities of Mouguo has Mu Guo found traces of it?"

"Already over twenty, all in cities of a certain population size, and the number of cities is still growing."

These twenty-plus are not the final number; there must be more undiscovered. "This mold is too hidden, hard to investigate."

Who would open their skull for fun? Even if someone acts irritable or depressed, physicians dare not casually take such measures. So how many people in Mouguo are actually ill, no one can say for sure.

Xin Wuhuan's face was heavy: "Not optimistic; what we've found is probably just the tip of the iceberg."

"Does Yuanli have no effect on it?"

"Currently, it seems not." Xin Wuhuan said, "It only temporarily causes emotional changes, and alterations to the brain may be very slow and weak. As far as we know, Yuanli usually has little effect on chronic diseases. Moreover, ordinary commoners also lack Yuanli protection."

"The total number of infected cannot be estimated, because its symptoms are not obvious." Anyone might occasionally be irritable or angry; just based on that, saying someone is infected with a strange disease and demanding to dissect their brain to check is going too far.

Xiao Hanzi interjected: "Furthermore, we don't know when this green mold began spreading; Lingxu Shengzun may have long ago secretly sent people everywhere to poison."

It was discovered half a year ago; if not discovered, who knows? The actions of Tiangong are famously secretive and furtive; perhaps even Lingxu City remains unaware.

Upon reflection, it is terrifying.

"We have also not figured out what use there is in using this thing to infect the brains of living beings." But since we know it is Lingxu Shengzun's doing, this must be a great thunder he has buried." Sun Fuling's words also pointed out a new direction for Xiao Hanzi and others, "Since they have been touched by the aura of the Life Divinity, they are likely to be influenced by the Life Divinity."

"Exactly." Sun Fuling then picked up the small flower on the table and placed it in her palm.

This time, she did not release her power outward, but the flower withered just the same, only the timing differed.

Xin Wuhuan asked: "What is this?"

"This is a flower born from the Life Divinity, not truly existing in nature; one could say, due to its singular nature, it is especially sensitive to Lady Lady Lady Mitian's deathly power." Sun Fuling pondered, "Do you still have more white flowers? Bring me some more, I'll think of a solution." Xin Wuhuan rejoiced: "Can you solve this green mold poison?"

The capable ones of Mouguo and Ling Mountain have tried it to no avail. "We have also tried to remove it, but carelessly we would…"

After all, this mold grows in the brain, the most fragile part of the body; one misstep and it's either death or foolishness.

Xiao Hanzi further requested: "It would be best to have a method for large-scale removal."

Sun Fuling could not guarantee: "Let's try. Lady Lady Lady Mitian in the past repeatedly fought the Ancient Life God and Lingxu Shengzun, specializing in destroying their creations, and is experienced. But Lingxu Shengzun's attainments in this area have always been brave and advancing, while Lady Lady Lady Mitian has already fallen nearly two hundred years ago."

He Lingchuan immediately said: "Let Dong Rui cooperate with you."

"Your demon puppet master?" Dong Rui's reputation had long since reached Xin Wuhuan's ears, "Does he also understand such talent?"

"What do you think the earliest charm beasts were like?" Sun Fuling took out a handkerchief, wrapped the white flowers on the table, "They are Lingxu Shengzun's creations. Even the body of the Hidden True Monarch can be used to make a deity-descended body, which was first proposed by Chi. Dong Rui has long been researching demon puppets; in fact, he has always been researching Lingxu Shengzun's creative approach."

The two immortals glanced at each other, understanding.

He Lingchuan watched Sun Fuling put away the white flower, his heart stirred: "Is this thing also spread in Beijia?"

"Yes, after Moudu discovered this green mold, I sent people to observe the opposite side, and found that Beijia has far more cases than Mouguo. According to the intelligence I obtained, in the past year, the crime rates of the seven Beijia states and Lingxu City have risen by over twenty percent, and Haoling State even increased by forty percent." Xin Wuhuan continued: "Since it is related to the Life Divinity, I will send messages to neighboring states upon my return, asking them to self-check. Hmm, and also the Beijia Yaodi, let him also find a way."

Referring to the precedent of Lingyun Palace, it is known that Tiangong, in harming the people's health in Beijia, is 99% likely not to have notified Lingxu City beforehand; the Yaodi, upon hearing, will certainly fly into a rage again.

This will make the already precarious relationship between Lingxu City and Tiangong even worse.

Mou Emperor informing him is not entirely out of goodwill; but whenever he can stir up conflict between the Yaodi and the Heavenly Gods, he is glad to help push it along.

Moreover, Beijia has many capable people; perhaps they can quickly research a solution.

Alas, the heavenly demons are about to descend collectively, and all kinds of strange events and disasters have also increased.

At this moment, three knocks came from outside the private room door—two long, one short.

Jiugou Dadi and the Red General were receiving guests; only earth-shattering matters would disturb them, which everyone knows.

The standard of this closed-door meeting today is actually rare in the present age.

So…

The Red General raised his index finger, and the wooden door of the private room automatically opened.

Outside stood a stern-faced Mingke Xianren, still holding a mirror in his arms.

He was originally from Ling Mountain, but now he first bowed to He Lingchuan and the Red General, then to Xiao and Xin.

Having already served as an official in Cangyan, he must observe the etiquette here.

"Your Majesty, Duke Du has sent an urgent flying message across ten thousand miles: Beijia is in turmoil, a matter of utmost urgency!"

After years of training, Mingke Xianren handles affairs more efficiently and neatly than when he was in Ling Mountain, rarely lax or slack.

He Lingchuan nodded, and he placed the mirror on the table, bowed again, and hurriedly withdrew.

After this treasure mirror activated, Du Shan's face appeared.

Having been ruler and minister for over twenty years, He Lingchuan, upon seeing Du Shan's solemn expression, knew that Mingke Xianren's words "startling change" were not used lightly.

What great matter could make even someone as deep and calculating as Du Shan unable to suppress his agitation?

"What happened?"

Du Shan made a clear inhalation gesture, then spoke in a deep voice:

"Your Majesty, the Yaodi of Beijia has passed away! At the same time, someone sighted the Earth Mother Plain appearing in the northern suburbs of Lingxu City!"

He spoke simply but shockingly; these two sentences were like two thunderbolts, startling the four into mutual dismay.

Know that those seated here basically represent the highest power in the human world.

Xiao Hanzi instinctively pressed the table; the corner of the table nearly got pressed off:

"What!"