Chapter 140: Thunder Avatar Forcibly Breaks into the Sea of Blood! Minghe's Suspicion!

Lu Yun did not have his Space Avatar return to the Map of Mountains and Rivers, but instead had him rush toward Wenqu Star.

Once his two avatars converged, he immediately felt much more confident.

On Wenqu Star, there was now an additional towering palace that was crystal clear throughout.

When Xihe and her sister saw this palace through the image presented by Lu Yun, they were somewhat surprised.

Changxi asked, "When did the Demon Race build such a palace here? It actually looks quite nice!"

Lu Yun, however, smiled and said, "This was not built by the Demon Race, but has always existed on Wenqu Star; it was just hidden away because the Wenqu Star Lord had not yet appeared."

Xihe could not help but feel moved, saying, "As soon as Fellow Daoist Lu Yun's Literature Dao avatar arrived, this palace appeared. Looking at it this way, is Fellow Daoist Lu Yun truly the heaven-ordained Wenqu Star Lord?"

Nuwa nodded in agreement and said, "Lu Yun created characters and caused Wenqu Star to stir. Looking at the entire Great Desolation today, there is no one more suitable than him to be the Wenqu Star Lord!"

Lu Yun said with a humble face, "I didn't expect that creating a few characters could cause such a big reaction."

Xihe and her sister could not help but cover their mouths and smile.

Nuwa, however, was somewhat speechless, feeling that Lu Yun was doing this to deliberately provoke people.

It was precisely this kind of "I inadvertently achieved an accomplishment you couldn't imagine" that drove other powerhouses in the Great Desolation crazy! Not to mention Lu Yun's enemies and rivals, even Nuwa, who now stood on the same side as Lu Yun, sometimes felt a bit depressed when she heard it.

Next, Lu Yun began to constantly create trouble for the Demon Race through his Space Avatar and Literature Dao Avatar.

On the Sun Star battlefield, the Demon Race had paid a huge price and had only just managed to stabilize the situation, but as a result, the "Zhou Tian Star Formation" kept having problems from time to time, leaving them in a state of chaos and panic, almost not daring to relax for even a moment.

Donghuang Taiyi and the Ten Great Demon Sages all knew that this must be Lu Yun playing tricks, yet they could not think of any solution.

Because the previous duel between Taiyi and Lu Xukong had conveyed a message to the outside world—that Di Jun had indeed made a deal with Lu Yun—more Great Desolation powerhouses rushed over one after another, and the Great Desolation mighty figures who were already there attacked even more crazily.

Now that they were being besieged so severely by the Twelve Ancestral Witches and many other Great Desolation powerhouses, even if they wanted to hunt down Lu Yun, they could not spare the manpower.

They even thought of some methods like curses and tried to cast them, but they had no effect.

Because Lu Yun was hiding inside the Map of Mountains and Rivers, even the Primordial Heavenly Dao could not do anything to him for the time being, so ordinary curses were even less likely to pose any threat to him.

At the same time, Lu Yun suddenly sensed that his other few avatars had also arrived at their respective destinations.

The first to arrive was the Five Elements Avatar, Lu Wuxing.

His destination was the East Sea Dragon Palace, and the original location of the Thunder Spirit Immortal Wood was on the East Sea Shore; since the Five Elements Avatar could also move freely in the sea, he naturally arrived first.

After arriving at the Dragon Palace, Lu Yun discovered that the Dragon Clan had already prepared everything and was just waiting to hand it over.

Through the vision of the Five Elements Avatar, Lu Yun took inventory and found that there was actually more than what had been previously agreed upon, and he could not help but sigh in his heart: As expected of the always-wealthy Dragon Clan!

Although the Dragon Clan was now in decline, the foundation they had accumulated in the past was too deep. Perhaps they did not have many top-tier Spiritual Treasures, but they definitely had no shortage of other cultivation resources, which was why they were so generous.

Lu Yun even regretted not asking for more at the time! However, since the transaction was now complete, he naturally would not entangle himself without reason, and he left promptly and readily.

After a group of Dragon Clan members watched Lu Wuxing leave, they were all very confused as to why their ancestor had asked them to give so many resources to this member of the Human Race.

But since the ancestor did not explain it to them, they did not bother to ask.

The second to arrive at its destination was the Yin-Yang Avatar, Lu Taiji.

Wuzhuang Temple was located on the western side of the Great Primordial Continent, so the distance was a bit further.

After he arrived at Wuzhuang Temple and stated his identity, he was soon received in person by Zhenyuanzi.

Zhenyuanzi also readily handed over the other things he had promised, which made Lu Yun feel very satisfied, to the point where he felt a bit embarrassed to scam an honest person like Zhenyuanzi.

However, since the deed was already done, he naturally could not reveal his own flaws now.

Lu Yun only had his Yin-Yang Avatar, Lu Wuji, quickly bid farewell to Zhenyuanzi and leave Wuzhuang Temple, while also strengthening a belief in his heart: After taking benefits from Zhenyuanzi, he would find a way to compensate Zhenyuanzi with an opportunity to prove the Dao later! This might be difficult for others, but for him, it shouldn't be much of a problem. Even if he couldn't think of any ideas himself, weren't there the big shots in the Transmigration Chat Group to help brainstorm? At worst, once he cultivated "Star Transformation" to the Cosmos Stage and became a First-level Controller, he imagined he would be able to help others become saints!

While Lu Taiji was leaving Wuzhuang Temple, his Thunder Dao Avatar, Lu Leiting, had finally arrived at the most distant Nether Blood Sea, preparing to ask Minghe Laozu for the treasures that had not yet been delivered from the original deal.

This boundless Sea of Blood was known as the most filthy place in the Great Desolation, but it had nurtured a mighty figure like Minghe Laozu, as well as a huge number of the Asura Race, which was truly amazing.

Lu Leiting arrived above the Nether Blood Sea and saw the sea surface surging with waves, blood billows rolling, and emitting a nauseating, fishy stench.

He frowned slightly, but did not retreat, instead flying straight into the depths of the Sea of Blood.

Now that the Underworld had not yet been established, the Sea of Blood was surrounded by countless wronged souls and evil ghosts, and there was even terrifying baleful energy that was a horrific threat to other Great Desolation living beings, but for Lu Leiting, it had no great impact.

He activated the Thunder Great Dao Law, with lightning surrounding his body, directly shielding all threats from his form, and moved forward rapidly all the way.

He was just about to go deep into the Sea of Blood to find Minghe Laozu when he was suddenly blocked by a group of Asura Race powerhouses.

"Who are you? How dare you trespass into our Nether Blood Sea!" the leading Asura Race powerhouse shouted sternly.

Lu Leiting frowned and said in a deep voice, "I am Lu Leiting, entrusted by Dao Lord Lu Yun. I have come here to discuss matters with Fellow Daoist Minghe, so I ask you all to show some convenience."

However, the group of Asura Race powerhouses did not let him pass upon hearing this, but instead revealed expressions of vigilance and hostility.

"Hmph, we don't care who you are; without the ancestor's order, no one is allowed to trespass into the depths of the Sea of Blood!" the leading Asura Race powerhouse sneered.

Lu Leiting felt displeased in his heart, feeling that Minghe Laozu wanted to renege on the debt and was unwilling to deliver the treasures from the original deal.

"Since that is the case, then please pass on a message and ask Fellow Daoist Minghe to come out and meet me," Lu Leiting said, suppressing his patience.

"Hmph, the ancestor is in seclusion and does not see outside guests! You had better leave quickly, otherwise don't blame us for being impolite!" the Asura Race powerhouse said with a tough attitude.

A flash of anger crossed Lu Leiting's eyes; he knew that this group of Asura Race powerhouses was clearly making things difficult for him on purpose and did not want him to see Minghe Laozu.

"Since your Minghe clan is so rude, then don't blame me for being impolite!" Lu Leiting gave a cold shout, lightning flickering on his body, and he was about to force his way in.

The group of Asura Race powerhouses were also furious at the sight and drew their weapons one after another to kill Lu Leiting. This was the Nether Blood Sea, their territory; how could they let an outsider be so arrogant? However, Lu Leiting did not fear them at all. He saw his figure flash, and he turned into a bolt of lightning and rushed toward the depths of the Sea of Blood. The group of Asura Race powerhouses only had time to see a flash of lightning pass by before they lost sight of Lu Leiting.

"Damn it! How is his speed so fast?"

"Quick, stop him!"

"Make sure not to let him disturb the ancestor!"

Amidst the chaotic shouts, Lu Leiting broke through all obstacles and soon arrived in front of Minghe Laozu's palace.

Minghe Laozu's palace was located in the deepest part of the Sea of Blood, a forbidden area that even the blood waves could not reach. The palace stood towering, ancient and mysterious, as if it were cast from the blood of countless living beings. On the walls of the palace were carved various eerie runes and patterns, emitting a gloomy and powerful aura. The entire palace was shrouded in a layer of blood-red halo, isolating it from outside prying and interference.

"Fellow Daoist Minghe, I, Lu, have come to visit, please come out and meet me!" Lu Leiting said in a loud voice.

However, after Lu Leiting stated his purpose, Minghe Laozu did not appear; instead, countless powerful members of the Asura Race suddenly surged out from around the palace.

They had clearly already received the news from the Asura Race guards on the perimeter. At this moment, each of them held a sharp blade, their eyes fierce, as they quickly set up a Great Array, attempting to surround Lu Leiting.

It must be said that although the Asura Race was created by Minghe in imitation of Nuwa only after the birth of the Human Race, their development was indeed much better than that of the Human Race. At the very least, Lu Leiting could now sense the auras of many Taiyi Golden Immortal-level powerhouses among this group of the Asura Race!

Looking at the fierce Asura Race powerhouses surrounding him, Lu Leiting was not afraid in the slightest; instead, he laughed aloud: "Fellow Daoist Minghe, it seems you want to imitate that Donghuang Taiyi and renege on your debt?"

Deep within the palace, Minghe Laozu, who was secretly observing the situation, could not help but feel suspicious and uncertain upon hearing this: "What does this fellow mean? Could it be that something happened over at the Demon Race?"

Lu Leiting then continued: "That's right, you reside in the Sea of Blood and may not yet know how Taiyi is doing now. The Demon Race paid a huge price to stabilize the situation, and Taiyi himself suffered no light injuries. Fellow Daoist Minghe, you had better inquire about it before making plans, lest you follow in Taiyi's footsteps."

The Asura Race powerhouses were suspicious and uncertain upon hearing this. Although they were brave and skilled in battle, they were not stupid. If what Lu Leiting said was true, then it would undoubtedly be unwise for them to be enemies with Lu Leiting now.

And Minghe Laozu, hiding in the shadows, also realized the severity of the matter.

Although he rarely traveled through the Great Desolation, he still had some familiar fellow Daoists.

At this moment, he hurriedly contacted those he was familiar with to inquire about the situation of the Demon Race. Soon, he learned of the process of Lu Xukong going to the Outer Space to collect debts, and that the current situation of the Demon Race was precarious.

"That Lu Yun actually has such ability!"

Minghe Laozu decisively changed his mind.

"Hahaha, Fellow Daoist Lu is joking. How could I, Minghe, be the kind of person who goes back on his word?"

Minghe Laozu's figure suddenly appeared at the entrance of the palace. He looked at Lu Leiting with a smile and said, "Before, it was just a misunderstanding, and now it has been explained clearly. Please, Fellow Daoist Lu, come into the palace for a chat. I will hand over the items from our original transaction to you right now."

As he spoke, he made a gesture of invitation, signaling for Lu Leiting to enter the palace. The Asura Race powerhouses also put away their weapons one after another and retreated to both sides to make way for Lu Leiting.

This Minghe Laozu was clearly pretending to be ignorant on purpose.

However, since the other party had already appeared, Lu Yun did not want to pursue the previous trifles further.

"Fellow Daoist Minghe is too polite. Coming to disturb your cultivation this time was truly a last resort. Please, Fellow Daoist, hand over the treasures from the original transaction that have not yet been delivered. I would be most grateful." Lu Leiting said straight to the point.

"Fellow Daoist is too polite! Please follow me!"

Minghe Laozu led Lu Leiting to a palace, waved his hand, and the palace gate slowly opened.

"The things you want are all inside; go in and get them yourself!" Minghe Laozu said coldly.

Lu Leiting did not stand on ceremony and walked straight in.

He saw that the interior of the palace was piled with various Spiritual Treasures and materials, each one emitting a powerful aura and fluctuation.

Lu Leiting glanced at them and discovered that these Spiritual Treasures and materials were no small matter; there were even a few Innate Spiritual Treasures among them! He secretly marveled at Minghe Laozu's wealth in his heart, while also feeling glad that he had made the right choice back then.

Lu Leiting did not stand on ceremony and directly collected all the Spiritual Treasures and materials in the palace.

Minghe Laozu watched Lu Leiting's actions, a flash of heartache and reluctance crossing his eyes, but he did not make a move to stop him.

He knew that although these things were precious, they were nothing compared to the Hongmeng Purple Qi.

Moreover, he had now obtained the Hongmeng Purple Qi and had begun to seclude himself to comprehend its mysteries. As long as he could successfully achieve Proving the Dao and Becoming a Saint, then all the sacrifices would be worth it! "Alright, I have collected the items, let us part ways here!" After collecting the items, Lu Leiting turned and walked out of the palace.

"Fellow Daoist, wait a moment!"

Minghe Laozu suddenly shouted, causing Lu Leiting's footsteps to pause slightly.

Could it be that this old fellow still wanted to play some tricks? This thought emerged in the heart of Lu Yun, who was controlling the thunder avatar; however, no strange emotion appeared on the face of the thunder avatar, Lu Leiting.

Lu Leiting looked at Minghe Laozu calmly and said, "Does Fellow Daoist Minghe have any other business?"

Minghe Laozu suppressed the displeasure in his heart and asked coldly, "I would like to trouble you to ask Fellow Daoist Lu Yun, why is it that the entire Demon Race now insists that Di Jun obtained the Hongmeng Purple Qi, and that even Donghuang Taiyi is willing to hand over the Immortal-Slaying Flying Knife?"

Lu Yun suddenly realized; it turned out that because he had high-profilely sought debt collection from the Demon Race, it had instead aroused Minghe's suspicion! After all, in Minghe's view, it should have been he himself who obtained the Hongmeng Purple Qi, and Di Jun should have just been misunderstood by everyone!

How should he explain this now? After a moment of thought, Lu Yun decided not to explain! Thus, Lu Leiting smiled faintly and said, "Fellow Daoist Minghe, some things are better left unknown. I am only acting on orders, and I know nothing else. If you really want to know the answer, why not go to Wahuang Palace yourself? I believe Empress Nuwa would be very happy to answer for you."

Minghe Laozu's expression changed slightly upon hearing this. He naturally knew that Lu Leiting was deliberately evading the question, but since the other party had already said so, he could not continue to press the matter.

Moreover, he truly did not have the courage to go to Wahuang Palace to verify it. After all, Empress Nuwa's strength was there for all to see, and he did not want to ask for trouble.

"Since that is the case, then forget it. Fellow Daoist, please go ahead!" Minghe Laozu waved his hand and said.

Lu Leiting did not say anything more, turned into a bolt of thunder, and left the Nether Blood Sea.

Minghe Laozu watched Lu Leiting's departing back, a trace of gloom flashing in his eyes. He knew that although he had obtained the Hongmeng Purple Qi in this transaction, he had also paid a not-insignificant price. And what made him feel even more depressed was that he still did not know what exactly had happened.

"Lu Yun... who exactly are you? Why do you make me feel such unease?" Minghe Laozu muttered to himself.

(End of this chapter)