Chapter 202: Taking Nezha to the Jade Void Palace

That day, on Three Immortals Island, golden rosy clouds filled the sky.

Within the rosy light, a figure slowly emerged; taking a step, a kind‑looking figure flew out from within the figure's body.

Another step, and an angry‑looking figure flew out.

The good and evil corpses each unleashed a burst of power, trapping the Golden Spirit Holy Mother.

At the same time, power of the Four Symbols principles poured down from the Four Symbols Pagoda atop the Golden Spirit Holy Mother's head, entering her body.

To sever the three corpses is to forge a fleshly body with immense power, stabilize the soul's meridians with the power of treasure principles, then cut away a trace of attachment to one's own good‑evil self, forming the three‑corpse body, thereby allowing the true self to reach ultimate exaltation!

And the power required for this is vast; even the Golden Spirit Holy Mother, after all these years, has been stuck at the final step.

Now, the endless influx of spiritual energy within her has become the best support.

Watching the self‑corpse walk out from the rosy light, the Golden Spirit Holy Mother curled her lips into a relieved smile.

"Congratulations, Golden Spirit Senior Sister!"

At that moment, Qiongxiao Fairy walked over holding a baby, looked at the Golden Spirit Holy Mother and offered congratulations.

She flicked her sleeve, storing the three‑corpse body within herself.

The Golden Spirit Holy Mother looked at the baby in Qiongxiao Fairy's arms with a complex expression, but ultimately took the child.

"Qiongxiao Junior Sister, this is the treasure I promised you back then!"

She flipped her hand, producing a treasure—this was the last treasure she had left.

Although it's a pity, the Golden Spirit Holy Mother keeps her word and will not regret it.

"Hehe, thank you, Senior Sister!"

Qiongxiao Fairy was not polite either.

After all, without a treasure she couldn't sever the three corpses, a problem that had troubled her for a long time.

Meanwhile, Yunxiao Fairy watched the scene, her mouth opening as if she wanted to say something.

But in the end she said nothing.

There's nothing she can do—after all, she can't stop her younger sister from progressing, can she?

And on the other side, Bixiao Fairy watched the scene, a thoughtful glint in her eyes, unknown what she was thinking.

……

"Dad, is this the Jade Void Palace? It doesn't look like much, does it!"

Nezha rode the fire‑wind wheels, flying beside Ao Yifan; this was also his first time coming to the Jade Void Palace.

"This place is too deserted; it's not as lively as our Chen Tang Pass."

"Hehe, this is an immortal's dojo; naturally it can't compare to the bustle of our Chen Tang Pass."

Ao Yifan said with a smile: "However, this is also where I, your father, first realized the vastness of this heaven and earth; the early debate of the three teachings successfully stirred my determination to strive, and from that point on, I, your father, step by step, achieved what I have today."

As he spoke, Ao Yifan patted Nezha's head and said: "Nezha, today is the ceremony where your master ascends to the rank of Twelve Golden Immortals; you will also meet your uncles and senior uncles. Father believes that if you have the same determination as I do, one day you too will become the protagonist of this heaven and earth."

"Father, Nezha knows!"

Hearing Ao Yifan's words, Nezha felt as if injected with adrenaline, his blood boiling.

Although Nezha had never seen his father painstakingly cultivate, although his father was always clinging to his mother and those maids, although his father often played with his brothers and sisters.

But Nezha believes his father would never deceive him; his father must have diligently cultivated in secret, which is why he now possesses this heaven‑shaking cultivation!

Just then, a streak of escape light flew swiftly.

"Shen Dao Friend, long time no see—your cultivation has made great progress!"

Looking at Shen Gongbao within the escape light, Ao Yifan said with a smile.

"Not bad!"

Although Shen Gongbao said that with his mouth, the smile he couldn't suppress gave him away.

There's nothing to be done; having returned from the North Sea, he has finally attained the rank of Taiyi Golden Immortal!

"By the way, Shen Dao Friend, now that you, a Taiyi Dao Friend, have ascended to Twelve Golden Immortals, what are your thoughts?"

Just then, Ao Yifan opened his mouth to ask.

Upon hearing this, Shen Gongbao's good mood vanished instantly; he gave Ao Yifan a white look, as if blaming him for saying such mood‑spoiling words at such a wonderful time.

"Forget it, I've seen through it—the so‑called Twelve Golden Immortals were never meant for someone like me. Come on, I'll take you to the lodgings arranged for you."

Shen Gongbao shook his head and said.

"Hehe, no thanks!"

Ao Yifan said: "No need for all that trouble; I'm old friends with He Tong Dao Friend, let's go hang out with her for a while."

Hearing this, Shen Gongbao's face stiffened; he said: "Forget it, do as you please."

Having said that, Shen Gongbao turned and flew away.

After all, Ao Yifan is quite familiar with the Jade Void Palace and doesn't need him to show the way.

"Come on, Nezha, go see your sisters!"

Ao Yifan said, then brought Nezha, flying skillfully toward the Crane Nest.

Along the way, they still met many familiar Jade Void Palace disciples, introducing Nezha to them.

"So this is the disciple of the Taiyi Senior Uncle—indeed, he's a handsome talent!"

Someone complimented.

Indeed, Nezha inherited the excellent genes of Ao Yifan and Lady Yin, growing very handsome.

Furthermore, the aloof temperament Ao Yifan deliberately cultivates makes him truly a handsome talent.

There's nothing to be done—this is a world that judges by looks.

"Lu Tong Dao Friend, long time no see!"

Ao Yifan brought Nezha to the Crane Nest, where he happened to run into a dejected‑looking Lu Tong.

Lu Tong's spirits were extremely low at this moment.

He had thought that, having advanced to Taiyi Golden Immortal, he had finally caught up to his junior martial sister's footsteps.

However, the one who came to deliver the good news was told by the Immortal Crane that He Tong was beginning to attempt a breakthrough to Great Luo Golden Immortal and should not be disturbed.

Originally, Lu Tong thought he had worked hard enough, but only after reacting did he realize that, in the face of absolute talent, his efforts seemed useless.

And he found himself growing ever farther from his junior martial sister.

"Fellow Daoist, have you come to see the junior martial sister? The junior martial sister is truly preparing to break through to Great Luo Golden Immortal and should not be…"

Lu Tong hadn't finished speaking when an Immortal Crane flew out and gazed at Ao Yifan.

"Lord Ao, Master He Tong knows you've come and has specially sent Little Crane to fetch you into the Crane Nest."

The Immortal Crane's words left Lu Tong's sentence stuck in his throat, feeling extremely uncomfortable.

"Sorry, Fellow Daoist Lu Tong, we'll go in first; let's chat again if we get the chance!"

Ao Yifan said, bringing Ne Zha as he flew into the Crane Nest.

Ne Zha looked at Lu Tong, a hint of contemplation in his eyes, yet he did not linger.

Gazing at Ao Yifan's back, for some unknown reason, Lu Tong felt a faint ache in his heart.

"That's right; the junior martial sister, breaking through to Great Luo Golden Immortal, naturally ought to consult her seniors—this fellow Daoist Ao is strong, so it's only reasonable for the junior martial sister to invite him in."

Lu Tong consoled himself, and after speaking, his mood indeed improved considerably.