Chapter 105: The Spirit Pearl's Conspiracy

You finally came!

Seeing Ao Yifan looking refreshed, Shen Gongbao was speechless.

He couldn't fathom why this person would crave the things cultivators care least about: men, pleasure, women, love.

After all, in Shen Gongbao's view, it would be better to spend time cultivating and seeking the Dao than wasting it on females.

Looking at you, you must have received the task to subdue the Primordial Pearl, right?

Ao Yifan said.

Not bad!

Shen Gongbao nodded and said, "The Heavenly Venerable ordered me and Taiyi to go together; you say…"

Oh? Daoist Shen, you still cling to unrealistic fantasies, thinking the Heavenly Venerable will give you the Spirit Pearl?

Ao Yifan said teasingly, "Let's make a bet: if the Heavenly Venerable gives you the Spirit Pearl, our agreed plan is canceled, and I will have my children fully support you taking the seat of the Twelve Golden Immortals."

These words are true!

Shen Gongbao's eyes lit up instantly.

After all, Ao Yifan's plan still carries considerable risk.

But if the Primordial Heavenly Venerable could really give him the Spirit Pearl, and then Ao Yifan's children supported him, Shen Gongbao taking the seat of the Twelve Golden Immortals would be a sure thing.

There's no way; in recent years, Ao Yifan's children have become too famous in the Chan Sect, standing out among its third-generation disciples.

Especially Ao Ji, after becoming a disciple of Yuding Zhenren, he mastered the extremely difficult Eighty-Nine Mystic Technique and received many treasures from Yuding Zhenren, faintly taking the top position among the Chan Sect's third-generation disciples.

Cihang Daoist once said that Ao Ji's achievements might even surpass those of his master, Yuding Zhenren.

As soon as these words were spoken, Ao Ji's fame resounded throughout the Chan Sect.

Besides Ao Ji, the other three brothers—Jinzha, Muzha, and Ao Ji—have all learned formidable skills, far surpassing ordinary disciples.

If Ao Ji and his three brothers truly supported us, then even the Boundless Immortal would have to think twice.

Are you really willing to make this bet with me?

Shen Gongbao looked at Ao Yifan with doubtful uncertainty and said, "Now the Twelve Golden Immortals have only ten members left, two positions are vacant; my chances are still not small."

Rest assured, I always keep my word; thus I will return to Chentang Pass and wait for your good news.

Ao Yifan said.

One word, it's settled!

Shen Gongbao clenched his fists, his eyes full of determination.

Even now, he still harbored a last hope for the Chan Sect.

Daoist Shen, I once told you that prejudices in people's hearts are like a mountain; it seems you still haven't understood the principle!

Shaking his head, Ao Yifan turned and left.

……

Prince Consort, really no problem?

In Chentang Pass, Lady Yin leaned against Ao Yifan's embrace.

Regarding Ao Yifan's plan, Lady Yin already knew everything.

The Demon Pill, formed from the world's demonic qi, if fused with her child, how could she not worry?

Madam, I've said before, in the upcoming heavenly calamity, our three children have already fallen into the Chan Sect's scheme.

Ao Yifan embraced Lady Yin and soothed: "According to the Chan Sect's script, using the Spirit Pearl to control our children, then leveraging Nezha's status as the Great King's close nephew to further weaken the Yin Shang's fortune, and subsequently destroy the entire Yin Shang's national fortune—we absolutely cannot let them succeed!"

Chan Sect, despicable!

Lady Yin said hatefully.

If not for the Prince Consort's warning, she truly wouldn't have imagined the Chan Sect being so sinister, actually wanting to use the Spirit Pearl to control her own children and turn it against their Great Shang's fortune.

Exactly, so we must do the opposite and fuse the Demon Pill with our children!

Ao Yifan said, "The Demon Pill's nature is uncontrollable; the Chan Sect's plan to control our children will collapse on its own!"

But our Zha'er…

Lady Yin still worried; between her country and her child, she always leaned toward her child.

Rest assured, isn't there a husband?

Ao Yifan comforted: "Since your husband proposed this method, do you think I would watch my own child die?"

Yes, Prince Consort, I believe you!

Lady Yin gazed at Ao Yifan with deep affection.

Heart to heart, Ao Yifan then lay down together with Lady Yin.

At this moment, only Ao Yifan's tenderness could dispel Lady Yin's worries.

At midnight, Ao Yifan gently woke the already asleep Lady Yin, then his figure flashed and he disappeared from the spot.

Looking at Daoist Shen's appearance, it seems our bet is mine to win!

Ao Yifan looked at Shen Gongbao before him and said with a smile.

Prejudices in people's hearts are like a mountain!

Gazing at the round moon in the sky, Shen Gongbao let out a faint sigh.

Immediately, a hint of ferocity appeared on his usually stern face.

What right? I have diligently served the Chan Sect for a thousand years; now the Twelve Golden Immortals have two vacant positions, I don't even contend with Taiyi, yet the Heavenly Venerable still refuses to give me any chance—what right?

After venting, Shen Gongbao also gradually calmed down.

Looking at Ao Yifan, Shen Gongbao's eyes showed unprecedented determination as he said, "Daoist friend, I am willing to carry out our plan; even if it means my death and the disappearance of my Dao, I will not shirk it, only hoping that Daoist friend can finally protect my family!"

No problem!

Ao Yifan said with a smile, "All these years I've nurtured the Dragon Clan haven't been in vain; I've protected those monster clans of the Flying Heaven Waterfall!"

Thank you, fellow Daoist!

He bowed deeply to Ao Yifan, and Shen Gongbao's mood was calm for the first time.

……

Fellow Daoist, good fortune, good fortune!

Ao Yifan was accompanying Lady Yin as they basked in the sun in the courtyard, while nearby, a group of children were practicing swordplay.

Suddenly, a big fat pig fell from the sky, drawing the children's attention.

Taiyi True Person, fellow Daoist!

Ao Yifan smiled and looked at the Taiyi True Person, asking, 'What good fortune brings you to visit my Chentang Pass this time?'

Hehehe

The Taiyi True Person leapt down from the flying pig, looked at Ao Yifan's big-bellied Lady Yin, and said: 'This is your wife, fellow Daoist; I have come this time to tell you of a great joy.'

Oh?

Ao Yifan and Lady Yin exchanged a glance, already understanding the other's purpose.

Dang dang dang dang!

The Taiyi True Person, as if presenting a treasure, took out a seven-colored treasure lotus and said: 'By my master's order, I bring the Spirit Pearl to be reborn as your wife's third son, who is also my disciple; with the Spirit Pearl's spiritual energy, my disciple's foundation will be unmatched!'

Seeing the Taiyi True Person's smug expression, Lady Yin instinctively tightened her grip on Ao Yifan's hand.

For she had long heard from Ao Yifan that the so-called rebirth of the Spirit Pearl was a plot by the Chan Sect against her and her brother Di Xin.

A dynasty where the nephew rebels against his uncle, as a vanguard official, will surely greatly weaken the fortune of the Yin Shang.

If Lady Yin had not heard from Ao Yifan that this Taiyi True Person is pure-hearted and unaware of this matter, she might already have banded together with her sisters to drive the Taiyi True Person away.