Eternal Life: Hundredfold Rewards

Chapter 416 - 239: Mastering Divine Thunder, Hunting Demon Insects!

"Is this the legendary Taiyi Demon-Vanquishing Divine Thunder?"

Gazing at the divine thunder in his palm, Qi Chuan’s eyes showed a hint of wonder.

This was the first time he had ever condensed the legendary divine thunder, known for its ability to vanquish all evil, and he was seeing its true form.

However, being inside the Cave Mansion, it was not ideal to test the thunder’s power.

Moreover, the thunder’s primary effect is to suppress all evil, and although its destructive power is formidable, it is not its main feature. Therefore, even if he were outside the Cave Mansion, he wouldn’t be able to truly test its power.

"It seems I will only be able to verify the thunder’s might when I encounter a true evil entity next time."

With a hint of regret on his face, Qi Chuan withdrew the divine thunder from his hand.

Just then, Qi Chuan felt that some of the mana in his Dantian’s First-Grade Nine Orifice Golden Core had been consumed.

It’s worth noting that Qi Chuan was currently at the Core Formation Middle Stage, and with a First-Grade Nine Orifice Golden Core, his mana depth far exceeded those of the same realm.

Yet, even just casually attempting to condense the divine thunder, he clearly felt the mana consumption. This made Qi Chuan sigh slightly—no wonder it is a divine thunder; its consumption is large, and the power to vanquish all evils is not without cost.

"Now that I have the divine thunder, I am better prepared against the demon insects and need not fear them. Next, I must focus on breaking through to the Core Formation Late Stage."

Qi Chuan’s eyes narrowed slightly, contemplating inwardly.

The effect of the Taiyi Demon-Vanquishing Divine Thunder against evil means he no longer has to fear the demon insects.

However, he must strive to break through to the Core Formation Late Stage to maximize his strength when the demon insect tide erupts.

With the Fire Separation Purifying Spirit Pill, his mana will advance relatively quickly.

In the blink of an eye, eight more years passed.

As the ancient seal of the Demon Insect Nest gradually loosened, the demon insect tide had not yet erupted, but with the increase in demon insect numbers, some demon insects began leaving the nest, roaming Beihua State and the neighboring Celestial Cold State and Celestial Desert State, causing considerable destruction. Several mortal cities were attacked, causing mass mortal casualties. Even some unfortunate weaker sects, like Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment Sects, suffered annihilation tragedies from demon insect massacres.

To curb this rampant demon insect phenomenon, the three Nascent Soul Major Sects of Beihua State organized together, uniting with some Core Formation Influences within Beihua State, periodically dispatching Core Formation True Masters to patrol areas where demon insects appeared, exterminating them upon sight.

As a result, the rampant situation of the demon insects was somewhat curbed.

However, everyone knew this was just the calm before the storm.

Because as the demon insect tide eruption day drew closer, the frequency of demon insect appearances in Beihua State would only increase, until finally, the demon insect tide erupted fully, allowing the demon insects to freely ravage Beihua State.

That day, in the northwestern region of Beihua State, in Qi Country, at the Golden Eagle Sect, a handsome young man rode his Escape Light, landing at the mountain gate.

In the mountain gate square, Golden Eagle Sect’s Supreme Elder Gan Mu, along with many high-level elders, personally waited there to welcome him.

The Golden Eagle Sect was a Core Formation Influence, with Supreme Elder Gan Mu at the Core Formation Middle Stage. The sect specialized in Beast Taming.

Recently, a powerful demon insect with strength equivalent to a Core Formation Stage cultivator was wreaking havoc near Qi Country, causing great damage to both the Mortal World and the Cultivation Realm there. Gan Mu had once battled it but was defeated, sustaining some injuries.

Helpless, Gan Mu reported to the three Nascent Soul Major Sects in Beihua State, requesting assistance.

And today, was the day Myriad Flowers Immortal Sect had dispatched a Core Formation True Master to rescue Golden Eagle Sect.

"I am Gan Mu, Supreme Elder of the Golden Eagle Sect, here to respectfully welcome the arrival of the Upper Sect True Master, bringing honor to our Golden Eagle Sect!"

Upon seeing the handsome young man land in the mountain gate square, Gan Mu stepped forward, clasped his hands in respect, and loudly said, his demeanor very humble.

"Golden Eagle Sect members, respectfully welcome the Upper Sect True Master, bringing honor to our Golden Eagle Sect!"

Meanwhile, seeing their Supreme Elder acting so respectfully, many Golden Eagle Sect Foundation Establishment Elders behind Gan Mu also bowed, loudly speaking with respect.

"No need for formalities."

Seeing this scene, the handsome young man waved his hand.

This handsome young man was indeed Qi Chuan.

Over the years, he would occasionally go out, assisting various regions in Beihua State, resolving rampant demon insects.

This time, he happened to arrive at Qi Country and the Golden Eagle Sect.

It is worth mentioning that his magical cultivation had now reached the peak of the Core Formation Middle Stage.

He had even amassed quite a bit of Inspiration Opportunity for breaking through to the Core Formation Late Stage.

Once his Inspiration Opportunity reached Perfection, he could immediately break through to the Core Formation Late Stage.

However, during this process, Qi Chuan still did not choose to immediately seclude himself for cultivation, but would sometimes go out and handle some demon insects.

"Tell me about the demon insects’ situation." Qi Chuan said.

"Upper Sect True Master, perhaps you would move to our Golden Eagle Sect’s main hall for a detailed explanation, so you can have a clear understanding." Gan Mu said.

In fact, Gan Mu knew the True Master from Myriad Flowers Immortal Sect who had arrived was named Qi Chuan and had a very strong power. However, since he was seeking help, he did not dare to call him by name, but addressed him as Upper Sect True Master.

Qi Chuan nodded and said, "Very well."

Then, under the lead of Gan Mu along with several Foundation Establishment Elders, Qi Chuan entered Golden Eagle Mountain, and they each took their seats in the Golden Eagle Sect’s main hall, with Qi Chuan even taking the chief seat at Gan Mu’s repeated request.

After some cordial exchanges, Gan Mu began to relay detailed information about the powerful demon insect in Qi Country.

"When I first heard about this demon insect, it was still in the border county of Qi Country, attacking a city of hundreds of thousands. About a quarter of the city’s population perished."

"Following this, the imperial family of Qi Country sought assistance from our Golden Eagle Sect. Upon learning of this, I immediately headed to the border county. The demon insect was arrogant and did not even bother to hide, so I quickly found it in a mountain and fought fiercely, but was injured and had to retreat."

"Now, that demon insect has left the border county, heading towards the Imperial Capital of Qi Country. The cities and even the Qi Country imperial family along the way are in a great panic, in complete chaos."

Gan Mu explained.

"It seems the situation is quite severe." Qi Chuan replied.

Each day wasted would mean the demon insect might kill thousands more.

Luckily, Gan Mu had provided information that this demon insect, having confidence boosted after the fight, was arrogant and blatantly causing destruction within Qi Country. Hence, there was no need to search extensively for it.

"Give me the location details of the demon insect." Qi Chuan said to Gan Mu.

"The demon insect’s location isn’t fixed, but I can provide a general scope. This map of Qi Country marks the areas in red." Gan Mu handed a map to Qi Chuan.

"This will suffice." Qi Chuan took the map, glanced at it, and nodded.

The map of Qi Country was quite detailed, and the red-marked areas were not large, encompassing parts of just a few counties. The actual total combined area was not even half a county, making it easy to search.

"Let me also inform the Upper Sect True Master about the specific abilities of this demon insect. It is ten feet in size, resembling a black centipede but not quite. It has three heads, and its abilities are..." Gan Mu quickly began detailing the demon insect’s specifics to Qi Chuan.

"That’s enough, I already understand."

As Gan Mu began describing the demon insect’s form and size, Qi Chuan listened earnestly, but as he moved onto its abilities, Qi Chuan waved his hand, stopping Gan Mu from continuing.