Chapter 245: Huo Ling

Jinao Island.

Biyou Palace.

Tongtian had been paying attention to the situation on Three Immortals Island.

Seeing Gu Xiu and Nuwa talk for a while, Nuwa left soon.

Tongtian was confused.

"This brat wouldn't have said something to drive Nuwa away, would he?"

Although he was a Saint, it was fine to secretly pay attention to a grand-disciple, but naturally, he couldn't run over to ask Gu Xiu in person.

Thinking about it, he immediately asked the Water and Fire Boy to call Duobao Daoren.

Not long after, Duobao Daoren walked into the hall and bowed.

"Master, are you looking for me?"

Tongtian nodded: "Duobao, I have something for you to do."

Tongtian had been looking for him frequently recently, which made Duobao Daoren very happy, indicating that he was highly valued.

"Master, please instruct."

"Have Huo Ling'er go to Three Immortals Island, find a reason to ask Gu Xiu, and ask what Nuwa said to him."

Duobao's expression became serious.

When did Nuwa go to Three Immortals Island?

Although there were questions in his heart, Duobao Daoren didn't dare to ask about matters involving Saints.

"Disciple obeys, but this Huo Ling'er... why did Master choose her to handle this matter? Disciple could also ask the grand-disciple directly."

"Huo Ling'er and Gu Xiu are both young people, so it's easy for them to talk. It's not appropriate for you to go." Tongtian made up a reason casually.

Duobao nodded: "Master, rest assured, I will instruct Huo Ling'er to go to Three Immortals Island to find the grand-disciple when I go back."

Tongtian coughed lightly: "This matter should be instructed in your name, and today's conversation must not be revealed to outsiders."

"Disciple obeys."

Three Immortals Island.

Gu Xiu was in plain clothes, walking leisurely near the courtyard, feeling at ease.

A figure in fiery red clothes floated over, and it was Holy Mother Huo Ling.

Seeing Gu Xiu, she paused and walked up.

"Junior Brother."

Hearing someone call out, Gu Xiu was slightly surprised; he turned around and walked forward.

"Senior Sister Huo Ling'er, are you here to discuss the Dao with me again today?"

Our Lady of Fire Spirit did not know why Daoist Duobao insisted on her coming to ask.

She did not beat around the bush and went straight to the point.

"My Master learned that Empress Nuwa was on the Three Immortals Island not long ago, and he wants to know what the Empress said to you all here."

Gu Xiu laughed heartily: "Actually, it was nothing much. Empress Nuwa took Yang Chan as her disciple, sent her back, stayed on the Three Immortals Island for a while, gave us some guidance, and then left suddenly because she had something to do."

"Is it really just that?"

Gu Xiu shook his head helplessly: "Naturally, it is true. How would I dare to deceive you, Senior Sister?"

Our Lady of Fire Spirit pondered for a moment: "Alright then, since Junior Brother says so, I can go back and report, so my Master won't make me run over to ask you again."

Watching Our Lady of Fire Spirit leave, Gu Xiu fell into deep thought.

How did that fat man, Daoist Duobao, know that Empress Nuwa was on the Three Immortals Island?

At this moment, the system issued a mission prompt.

"Ding!"

"Detected that the Chan Sect framed Di Xin for the death of Bo Yikao, causing Ji Chang to harbor thoughts of rebellion. Event options triggered, please make a choice, Host."

"Option One: Ignore this matter. Reward: low-grade innate spiritual treasure, Soul-Devouring Needle!" (It looks ordinary but is actually sinister and terrifying. When it pierces an enemy's body, it will rapidly devour their soul, causing the enemy to gradually lose their vitality in extreme pain and become a walking corpse.)

"Option Two: Go to Xiqi to quell this matter and clear Di Xin of suspicion. Reward: one high-grade innate spiritual treasure, Purple Flame Burning Heaven Sword!" (This sword contains powerful fire-attribute energy. When swung, it releases scorching purple flames, which can not only cause massive damage to enemies but also burn their souls.)

"Option Three: Go to Zhaoge and have Di Xin issue an edict to comfort Ji Chang for the pain of losing his son, and send an envoy with gifts to offer condolences. Reward: low-grade innate spiritual treasure, Green Wood Gourd!"

(The gourd is entirely emerald green and can absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, converting it into pure spiritual liquid for practitioners to rapidly improve their cultivation. In battle, the holder can summon green wood vines from the gourd to bind enemies or build a sturdy line of defense for themselves.)

Gu Xiu lowered his head and pondered.

"I didn't expect the Chan Sect to not only kill Bo Yikao but also frame Di Xin. Their methods are dirty enough."

Looking at the three options given by the system, except for the second one which is a high-grade innate spiritual treasure, the first and third are both low-grade innate spiritual treasures.

Going to Xiqi to clear Di Xin of suspicion is too troublesome and too dangerous. Gu Xiu would never go, so he directly excluded the second option.

His gaze fell on the first and third options.

After reading the description, the Green Wood Gourd caught Gu Xiu's attention.

"Although the Green Wood Gourd is a low-grade innate spiritual treasure, its functions are in some respects more precious than a top-grade innate spiritual treasure."

"System, I choose three: go to Zhaoge and request Di Xin to issue an edict to be sent to Xiqi to soothe Ji Chang's grief over the loss of his son."

"Ding!"

"Selection successful. Mission time limit is three months. Please complete it as soon as possible, Host!"

Thinking that he hadn't been to Zhaoge for a long time, Gu Xiu also wanted to know how Zhaoge was doing at the moment.

After telling Yang Chan, he left the Three Immortals Island.

……

Mount Jin'ao.

Daoist Duobao was sitting in meditation in his cave dwelling, wearing a Daoist robe, with spiritual light faintly flowing around his body.

Just then, a light sound of footsteps came from outside, and Our Lady of Fire Spirit walked in.

"Master," Our Lady of Fire Spirit called out as soon as she entered.

Duobao, who was meditating, opened his eyes.

"Huo Ling'er, why are you back so soon?"

"Master, it's just going to the Three Immortals Island to ask Junior Brother a few questions; how much time could it take?" Our Lady of Fire Spirit looked unimpressed.

Daoist Duobao thought for a moment: "You didn't just go and ask directly, did you?"

"Of course. Master, I have handled the matter for you, so I will take my leave now."

After hearing Huo Ling'er's report, Daoist Duobao shook his head.

"I forgot about your impatient nature. Never mind, go back and cultivate."

Our Lady of Fire Spirit left, and Daoist Duobao turned to head toward the Biyou Palace.

"Master, Huo Ling'er has returned from Gu Xiu's place," Daoist Duobao said respectfully.

"How was it? Did you get any useful information?" Tongtian sat on a cattail mat, his voice as calm as water.

Daoist Duobao was silent for a moment: "Junior Nephew said that Empress Nuwa was on the Three Immortals Island guiding them in their cultivation, and nothing else."

"Is it really just that?"

"This disciple would not dare to speak falsely; that is how Huo Ling'er replied."

Tongtian pondered for a moment and waved his hand: "Very well, you may withdraw."

Daoist Duobao bowed and withdrew.

When only one person was left in the Biyou Palace, Tongtian cast his gaze toward Gu Xiu's residence on the Three Immortals Island.

He saw Gu Xiu say a few words to Yang Chan.

Then he flew out of the Three Immortals Island, summoned the Water-Fire Qilin to pull his colorful treasure chariot, and flew away from the East Sea.

Seeing this, Tongtian was a bit exasperated.

"You brat, I gave you the Water-Fire Gourd, and you actually use the Water-Fire Qilin to pull your carriage."

"And with the Great Calamity of Heaven and Earth approaching, you don't stay on the Three Immortals Island to quietly recite the Yellow Court Scripture. None of you take my words to heart."

Thinking of the golden wheel of merit on the back of Gu Xiu's head, Tongtian simply let it go.