Chapter 76: Huo Ling

Jin'ao Island.

Biyou Palace.

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

Seeing that Nuwa left soon after talking to Gu Xiu.

Tong Tian was puzzled.

"This mixed kid wouldn't have said something to anger Nuwa away, right?"

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

Thinking about it, he immediately asked the Water-Fire Boy to call Daoist Duobao.

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

"Master, are you looking for me?"

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

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

"Master, please instruct."

"You ask Huo Ling'er to go to Three Immortals Island and find a reason to ask Gu Xiu 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, Daoist Duobao didn't dare to ask about matters involving Saints.

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

"Huo Ling'er and Gu Xiu are both young people and find it easy to talk. It is not appropriate for you to go." Tong Tian casually made up a reason.

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

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

"This disciple obeys."

……

Three Immortals Island.

Gu Xiu, in plain clothes, was strolling around the courtyard, leisurely and content.

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

Seeing Gu Xiu, she paused and walked up.

"Junior Brother."

Hearing someone calling, Gu Xiu felt a little surprised, turned around, and walked up.

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

Holy Mother Huo Ling didn't know why Daoist Duobao insisted on asking her to come.

She didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point.

"My master learned that Nuwa was on Three Immortals Island not long ago and wants to know what the Goddess said to you here."

Gu Xiu laughed loudly: "Actually, there is nothing. Nuwa accepted Yang Chan as a disciple, sent her back, stayed on Three Immortals Island for a while, gave us some guidance, and left suddenly because of something."

"Really just like this?"

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

Holy Mother Huo Ling pondered slightly: "That's fine. Since you said so, Junior Brother, I will have an explanation when I go back, so I don't have to run over to ask you again."

Watching Holy Mother Huo Ling leave, Gu Xiu pondered.

How did that dead fat man Daoist Duobao know that Nuwa was on Three Immortals Island?

At this time, the system appeared with a mission prompt.

"Ding!"

"Detected that the Chan Sect framed Di Xin for Bo Yikao's death, and Ji Chang had the intention of rebellion. Event options triggered, please make a choice, Host."

"Option 1: Ignore this matter. Reward: Low-grade innate spiritual treasure, Soul-Devouring Needle! (Looks ordinary, but is actually gloomy and terrifying. When it pierces into the enemy's body, it will quickly devour their soul, letting the enemy lose their vitality in extreme pain and become a walking corpse.)"

"Option 2: Go to Xiqi to calm this matter and clear Di Xin's suspicion. Reward: A high-grade innate spiritual treasure, Purple Flame Burning Heaven Sword! (This sword contains powerful fire-attribute power. When waved, it will release scorching purple flames, which can not only cause huge damage to the enemy but also burn their soul.)"

"Option 3: Go to Zhaoge and ask Di Xin to issue an edict to comfort Ji Chang's grief over the loss of his son, and send an envoy to bring things for condolences. Reward: Low-grade innate spiritual treasure, Green Wood Gourd!"

(The gourd is emerald green, can absorb spiritual energy between heaven and earth, and transform it into pure spiritual liquid for cultivators to quickly improve their cultivation. In battle, the holder can summon green wood vines from the gourd to bind enemies or build a solid 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. The means 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 ones are low-grade innate spiritual treasures.

It is too troublesome to go to Xiqi to clear Di Xin's suspicion, and it is too dangerous. Gu Xiu is impossible to 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. The 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 things were in Zhaoge currently.

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

Jin'ao Island.

Daoist Duobao was in his own cave dwelling, sitting in meditation with his eyes closed. A Daoist robe was draped over him, and spiritual light faintly flowed around his body.

Just then, a sound of light footsteps came from outside, and Holy Mother Huoling walked in.

"Master," Holy Mother Huoling called out as soon as she entered.

Duobao, who was meditating, opened his eyes.

"Huoling'er, why have you returned so quickly?"

"Master, isn't it just going to the Three Immortals Island to ask Junior Brother a few questions? How much time could that take?" Holy Mother Huoling looked disapproving.

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

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

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

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

Holy Mother Huoling left, and Daoist Duobao turned to head toward the Biyou Palace.

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

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

Daoist Duobao was silent for a moment: "Junior Nephew said that Goddess Nuwa is at the Three Immortals Island guiding them in their cultivation; there is nothing else."

"Is it really just that?"

"This disciple dares not speak falsely; that is how Huoling'er reported it."

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

Daoist Duobao bowed and withdrew.

When only one person remained in the Biyou Palace, Tong Tian cast his gaze toward Gu Xiu's residence on the Three Immortals Island.

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

Then he flew out of the Three Immortals Island, summoned the Water-Fire Qilin, and flew away from the East Sea, pulling the colorful treasure carriage.

Seeing this, Tong Tian 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 Huangting Scripture. None of you take my words to heart."

Thinking of the golden wheel of merit on the back of Gu Xiu's head, Tong Tian simply stopped caring.