Chapter 151

The name Zhong Shen Tong Wang Chongyang, long a legend in the martial world, was once again brought up by countless people.

His appearance undoubtedly added even more uncertainty to the already turbulent martial world.

This news naturally spread quickly to Taohuadao.

After receiving the news, Qu Lingfeng's complexion turned solemn, and he immediately came to report to Brother Ning Chuan.

"Island Master, rumors in the martial world say that True Person Wang Chongyang of the Quanzhen Sect will personally visit this island soon."

"His purpose... is likely related to Senior Zhou Botong and that Nine Yin Manual."

His heart was filled with worry.

Zhong Shen Tong Wang Chongyang was the head of the Five Greats, equal in fame to his own Master, Dongxie Huang Yaoshi!

His strength, unmatched under heaven, was already an acknowledged fact.

If he truly came to trouble Taohuadao, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Hearing this, Brother Ning Chuan merely opened his pair of pale golden dragon eyes lightly, his voice calm as he spoke:

"I know."

"If he wants to come, let him come."

"This Seat also wishes to see what kind of bearing this so-called Zhong Shen Tong actually possesses."

His strength had increased greatly; he no longer looked down upon ordinary Grand Masters.

Even if a top-tier Grand Master like Wang Chongyang came in person, he had enough confidence to fight him!

Even to suppress him!

It would also be a good opportunity to test the results of his cultivation over this period.

Old Fool Zhou Botong, who was chasing butterflies nearby and having a wonderful time, heard the three words "Wang Chongyang," his eyes instantly brightening as he called out excitedly:

"Great! Great! Second Senior Brother is coming!"

"Wonderful! It's been so long since I saw Second Senior Brother! Old Fool misses him!"

He clapped his small hands, looking innocent and carefree, completely unaware of the danger.

Seeing this, Qu Lingfeng could not help but give a bitter smile, thinking inwardly that this Senior Zhou was far too naive.

At such a tense moment of swords drawn and bows bent, he was still so excited.

Xiao Xiao Yuanshan merely snorted, a hint of battle intent flashing in his eyes as he spoke in a deep voice:

"Hmph! What Zhong Shen Tong!"

"If he dares to offend the Master even slightly, I, Xiao, would like to see just how capable he truly is!"

He was now utterly loyal to Brother Ning Chuan, already regarding him as a deity.

Anyone daring to show disrespect to Brother Ning Chuan would be making an enemy of him, Xiao Xiao Yuanshan!

Time passed day by day in this atmosphere of calm yet undercurrents surging.

Brother Ning Chuan did not let the turmoil outside disrupt his cultivation rhythm.

He continued to breathe in the moonlight every night, condensing his demon power and tempering his Dragon Pill.

During the day, he immersed himself in the vast library of Taohuadao, constantly absorbing various knowledge.

During this period, he developed a strong interest in the arts of Qimen Dunjia on Taohuadao.

Huang Yaoshi's attainment in array formation could be said to be top-tier in the current age.

The Peach Blossom Array he set up, along with other Five Elements arrays on the island, were exquisite and contained the ultimate truths of heaven and earth.

"Wang Yuyan, help me find the texts regarding ancient array formations and how to draw upon the spiritual energy of heaven and earth."

Brother Ning Chuan instructed Wang Yuyan, who was standing nearby.

In his heart, he vaguely had a new idea.

He wanted to try creating a "Spirit Array Technique" capable of gathering the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.

He could clearly feel that the spiritual energy of heaven and earth in this world was far too thin.

Even though he could now initially perceive and absorb spiritual energy, the efficiency remained low.

If in the future his cultivation base grew higher and his demand for spiritual energy greater,

relying solely on his own breathing would likely become extremely difficult, or even cause him to stagnate.

If he could create an array formation capable of actively gathering the spiritual energy of heaven and earth,

it would not only provide convenience for his own cultivation but also improve the cultivation environment of the entire Taohuadao, benefiting everyone.

"How can the Dao of array formations in Qimen Dunjia be combined with the Famen of drawing upon the spiritual energy of heaven and earth?"

"The carving of array patterns, the placement of array flags, the guidance of energy..."

"The key lies in the understanding of the laws of heaven and earth, and one's own control over energy!"

In Brother Ning Chuan's mind, various brilliant ideas about array formations arose, along with descriptions of Spirit Gathering Arrays and Spirit Locking Arrays seen in Daoist texts.

He vaguely felt that he seemed to have grasped some key threads.

But to truly realize it, he still needed more accumulation and realization.

Especially, he felt that the demon power within his body was not yet fully perfect, and his control over the spiritual energy of heaven and earth was not yet exquisite enough.

"No rush, take it slowly."

Brother Ning Chuan thought inwardly.

Rice must be eaten mouthful by mouthful, and the road must be walked step by step.

For now, it is better to lay the most solid foundation first.

After the demon power within his body becomes completely perfect and he successfully passes the first level of the "Jiaolong Tribulation,"

his understanding and control of the power of heaven and earth will inevitably reach a new height.

By then, creating the technique of this spirit array might proceed naturally.

That day, in the afternoon.

Ning Chuan was in the small courtyard, atop that huge reef facing the sea, eyes closed in deep cultivation, tempering the demon power within his body.

His massive dragon-serpent body, bathed in warm sunlight, emitted a faint dark-golden luster, appearing sacred and majestic.

Suddenly!

A loud, bell-like voice, yet carrying a hint of ethereal detachment, rolled like thunder from the sea beyond Taohuadao, clearly spreading across the entire island:

"Wang Chongyang of Quanzhen comes to visit an old friend!"

"Brother Huang Yaoshi, long time no see! Why not come out and meet me!"

That voice contained extremely profound internal energy and a mighty righteous qi, making anyone who heard it feel immediate respect.

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The Divine Ability Wang Chongyang has arrived!

Ning Chuan, who was in deep cultivation, suddenly opened those pale-golden dragon eyes!

A flash of sharp light passed through his eyes!

At the same time, everyone on Taohuadao, whether Qu Lingfeng and others who were cultivating, or Huang Rong and Zhou Botong who were playing and frolicking, or Xiao Xiao Yuanshan who was handling island affairs.

All clearly heard this voice!

On the martial arts ground.

Qu Lingfeng and the other four, who were instructing several newly admitted disciples in Wu Gong, all had their faces change simultaneously!

They exchanged glances, seeing in each other's eyes a trace of solemnity and unease.

What was bound to come, has finally arrived!

Xiao Xiao Yuanshan even let out a cold snort, a flash of icy battle intent passing through his eyes, as he said in a deep voice:

"Hmph! What arrogance!"

"Let me go and meet him! See how much weight this so-called Divine Ability among men actually has!"

Having spoken, he was about to set off for the dock.

Huang Rong hurriedly held him back, saying: "Elder Xiao, wait!"

"The visitor is a guest, and moreover a senior master of equal fame to my father; we should treat him with courtesy."

"We cannot let Brother Ning Chuan personally handle everything, can we?"

"Otherwise, would we not appear utterly incompetent?"

Although she was also somewhat dissatisfied with this uninvited Divine Ability among men, she knew they could not lose propriety.

Moreover, she also wanted to see whether her own senior brothers, and this Elder Xiao Xiao Yuanshan who had just pledged allegiance, could actually block this legendary number-one person under heaven.

Hearing this, everyone nodded, feeling that Huang Rong's words were reasonable.