Chapter 292: Bloodline Stirring
“Zheng!”
The sword’s cry rang clear and sharp, its vast sword intent sending chills down one’s spine.
Shen Yuanbao and Gu Xiao’s expressions shifted slightly.
A frost-colored flying sword descended with a roar, the icy aura coiling around it instantly turning a ten-zhang radius into frozen ground.
Standing atop the sword was a slender figure in white robes, fluttering in the wind.
“Qingming Sword Cultivator, Mo Qingshuang!”
Shen Yuanbao’s eyes narrowed as he directly nad the newcor, his tone tinged with wariness, yet he did not retreat even a step.
Mo Qingshuang was indeed formidable—young as he was, he had already grasped the Fourth Realm of the Sword Dao, One Sword Breaks Ten Thousand Arts. He was an exceptionally rare peerless sword cultivator in the Yuqing Immortal Sect. Even with his mid-Golden Core cultivation, he ranked tenth on the Yuxu Rankings.
But that still wasn’t enough to make Shen Yuanbao back off completely.
Mo Qingshuang said nothing. His gaze swept past Shen Yuanbao and Gu Xiao, ignoring them, and landed on the Five Qi Vine.
“This Five Qi Vine was discovered by us first. Senior Mo, surely you don’t intend to break the rules?”
Shen Yuanbao’s expression darkened as he instinctively reminded him.
Even though he and Gu Xiao joined forces, they weren’t a match for Mo Qingshuang. He could only hope to rely on the unspoken rules between the Yuqing Immortal Sect and the True Venerable Clans—yet he wouldn’t yield an inch.
“Pointless resistance.”
The frost sword beneath Mo Qingshuang’s feet trembled slightly. The temperature within a hundred-zhang radius dropped sharply. Frost imdiately ford on Shen Yuanbao’s temples and robes.
Tension filled the air, sharp as blades. The Five Qi Vine was rather enjoying the show.
“Li!”
At that mont, a golden bolt of lightning struck from the sky.
Amid the crackling thunder, a Golden-Winged Thunder Roc—the size of a great eagle—hovered in mid-air.
To its right stood Chen Beiwu, hands clasped behind his back as he walked through the air. His azure robes billowed in the wind, exuding a dignified aura.
He glanced at the three cultivators present, then casually gave the Five Qi Vine a once-over, his eyes flickering with surprise.
What’s going on?
As fellow Heavenly-Gang Mystic Beasts, even a Seven-Tailed Violet Fox cub possessed the Purple Qi Rising from the East fate—an extrely rare and precious attribute.
Why then did this Five Qi Vine only have Golden Fate, not even Crimson Dragon Fortune? That shouldn’t be!
Could it be…
As Chen Beiwu pondered in silence, two streaks of rainbow light descended one after another, revealing Ye Xinya and Yu Zhaohua.
Seeing this, the frost sword under Mo Qingshuang’s feet ceased its tremble. He refrained from attacking further.
Though utterly devoted to the sword, he wasn’t rigid about the rules.
Had only Shen Yuanbao and Gu Xiao been present, he would’ve had no qualms using his sword to show that in the Immortal Alliance, strength was the only rule that mattered.
But with Chen Beiwu, Ye Xinya, and Yu Zhaohua now on the scene, he dismissed that idea.
The reason was simple—if one lacked the strength to flip the table, it was wiser to play by the rules.
Besides, Shen Yuanbao and Gu Xiao’s cultivation levels were ordinary. It was almost impossible for them to win the Five Qi Vine’s approval.
“Early bird or not, timing’s everything.” Ye Xinya chuckled behind her hand. “Seems I’m just in ti for the show.”
“How about we each rely on our own abilities?” Yu Zhaohua swept her gaze over the gathered cultivators, visibly eager.
Only the strong deserved to contract the Five Qi Vine.
Compared to a ta contract ritual, she preferred to clash with the top talents and let the strongest one earn the right to contract it.
“Senior brothers and sisters, Shen Yuanbao and I have wagered a Fourth-Tier Mystic Herb to make a deal with the Five Qi Vine.
If we win, we form the contract. If we lose, we forfeit the herb. We ask that you not interfere.” Gu Xiao gave a slight bow, maintaining his composure.
“Very well. Since you already have a deal, I’m not one to break rules.”
Mo Qingshuang nodded slightly, but then added, “However… if you fail to form the contract, the Five Qi Vine’s ownership must be renegotiated based on who ca first.”
“Of course,” Shen Yuanbao and Gu Xiao replied with joy.
Chen Beiwu watched the scene without objection, instead smiling in interest.
This generation’s Five Qi Vine was truly amusing—sneaky and secretive.
It was nothing like the Great Thief described in ancient texts, who was upright and open in nature. The contrast in personality was so stark, one could say they weren’t even related.
At that mont, a tuft of violet fluff stirred on Chen Beiwu’s shoulder—it was the palm-sized young Seven-Tailed Violet Fox cub, just waking from a nap.
“Ying.”
Sensing Chen Beiwu’s gaze, the fox lazily opened its eyes and affectionately brushed his cheek with its seven tails, as if acting coy.
With the Golden-Winged Thunder Roc and the Seven-Tailed Violet Fox by his side—what kind of fate does he have?
Seeing this scene, all the prodigies present couldn’t help feeling a twinge of surprise and envy, especially Yu Zhaohua and Ye Xinya.
Heavenly-Gang Mystic Beasts were notoriously proud and hard to contract.
The Golden-Winged Thunder Roc was rare enough.
The Seven-Tailed Violet Fox, however, possessed all five elents with a dominant earth attribute, a powerful bloodline, and dazzling looks—perfectly matching many Immortal Alliance female cultivators’ ideals for a Companion Beast.
It wasn’t an exaggeration to say that, if the Five Qi Vine couldn’t be contracted, then the Seven-Tailed Violet Fox would be the best alternative for both Yu Zhaohua and Ye Xinya.
But before either of them had even located the fox’s trail, Chen Beiwu was already getting along harmoniously with it—as if the Companion Contract could be signed at any mont.
Not only were the Immortal Alliance elites amazed—even the previously indifferent Five Qi Vine kept stealing glances at Chen Beiwu.
But it wasn’t just looking at Chen Beiwu—it was looking at the beasts around him: the Golden-Winged Thunder Roc and the Seven-Tailed Violet Fox.
Two more fallen comrades…
As it sighed inwardly, the Five Qi Vine’s gaze toward Chen Beiwu carried a hint of caution.
The Five Qi Vine shall never be a slave!
It seed it was best to keep its distance from this human cultivator.
“Nah!” (Let’s begin!)
The Five Qi Vine looked at Shen Yuanbao, intending to settle this quickly and leave this place of trouble.
“Be careful.”
Shen Yuanbao gave a quick warning as he and the Purple-Electric Thunder Leopard charged forward. His hands danced through incantations.
After his earlier defeat at Chen Beiwu’s hands, he’d sought redemption, investing heavily to raise the Thunder Leopard’s cultivation to four hundred and ninety-nine years using clan resources.
Thanks to the Companion Contract’s feedback, his own realm surged from mid-Foundation Establishnt to late-Foundation Establishnt.
Combined with the power of the Purifying World Thunder Lotus, Shen Yuanbao now dared to challenge even a Golden Core True Person.
Victory was all but certain!
“Boom!”
The Purple-Electric Thunder Leopard was fast—but the Five Qi Vine was faster. Its tender white vines instantly glowed golden, transforming into a tallic mystic beast.
The rampaging thunder struck the Five Qi Vine, but didn’t cause even the slightest ripple.
Completely unscathed?! Shen Yuanbao’s pupils contracted in shock.
“Shua—!”
In the next instant, golden vines lashed out, slicing through the thunder.
The Purple-Electric Thunder Leopard felt its throat tighten—its neck and limbs were suddenly bound by shimring golden vines. It couldn’t move an inch.
When did this happen?!
The ground beneath Shen Yuanbao’s feet exploded as dozens of violet-gold vines burst forth, piercing through protective mana and defensive treasures. They wrapped around his limbs and body, severing his half-ford Purifying World Thunder Lotus hand seal.
“Nah.” (You lost. Next.)
The Five Qi Vine turned to Gu Xiao.
Gu Xiao’s expression changed as he tentatively asked, “Can I change my mind and take back the Earth-Mother Essence?”
It’s a trap!
This Five Qi Vine wasn’t a Second-Realm Lesser Beast, but a Third-Realm Beast General. Otherwise, Shen Yuanbao wouldn’t have been defeated so miserably without lasting even a single move.
If Gu Xiao went up now, he’d lose even faster.
“Nah.” The Five Qi Vine shook its head.
Don’t even think about it.
Once sothing was in its vines, there was no giving it back.
Hearing this, Gu Xiao clenched his teeth.
He had no way out now.
Losing was minor—but with so many Immortal Sect prodigies watching, if he didn’t even have the courage to face the Five Qi Vine, it would sha the entire Gu Clan.
So Gu Xiao summoned his Companion Beast and launched his attack—only to fare even worse, unable to last even a single breath’s ti.
“Plop.”
Watching Gu Xiao collapse to the ground, the Five Qi Vine blinked and prepared to sink underground to depart.
“Zheng!”
A frost-colored flying sword dropped down, blocking the Five Qi Vine’s path.
The Five Qi Vine looked up toward the source of the sword. There stood Mo Qingshuang, who flipped his wrist and revealed a jade-colored ice-elent Mystic Herb in his hand.
“With this as the wager—if I win, you and I shall form a Companion Contract.”
Mo Qingshuang’s tone was calm. He didn’t ntion what would happen if he lost.
Because he believed he wouldn’t lose—even if his opponent was the renowned Five Qi Vine.
“Nah.”
The Five Qi Vine’s body went rigid, imdiately rejecting him without hesitation.
It wasn’t foolish. Foundation Establishnt cultivators could be toyed with, but Mo Qingshuang was a different story—it might actually lose to him.
And what did losing an?
It ant becoming a slave to an Immortal Sect cultivator—absolutely impossible.
Hearing this, Shen Yuanbao and Gu Xiao exchanged glances and simultaneously put away the Mystic Talisman of Locking Spirit with Profound Gang and the Heavenly-Gang Mystic-Suppressing Talisman.
If they couldn’t contract the Five Qi Vine, then no one else should either.
“Buzz.”
The mont the talisman’s power dissipated, the Five Qi Vine was inwardly delighted—and instantly vanished into the earth.
As expected, troubleso.
Mo Qingshuang’s brows furrowed slightly. He looked toward Shen Yuanbao and Gu Xiao, a glint of sword intent flickering in his eyes—but he never made a move.
If the Five Qi Vine was unwilling to make a deal, then even if he won in a duel of techniques, what would be the point?
Forcing a contract against the will of a Mystic Beast of Yuqing Mountain would result in harsh punishnt from the Yuqing Immortal Sect.
“What a sha, no more drama to watch.”
Ye Xinya chuckled lightly and gracefully stepped to Chen Beiwu’s side, completely unconcerned with the Five Qi Vine’s departure.
“Junior Brother Chen, this Seven-Tailed Violet Fox of yours…” As she spoke, her tone softened with a touch of playful charm. “May I hold it for a bit?”
Upon hearing this, the Seven-Tailed Violet Fox, which had been napping on Chen Beiwu’s shoulder, perked up its ears. Its seven tails fanned out like a screen, and it stared fiercely at Ye Xinya, eyes saying: Try touching , and I’ll bite you to death.
“Aiya~ Even fierce ones are this adorable.”
Ye Xinya’s eyes sparkled. Not only did she not back away, she even took a bold half-step forward.
“Ying.”
The Seven-Tailed Violet Fox turned its head and lightly patted Chen Beiwu’s cheek with two milk-scented paws.
“Apologies, Senior Sister Ye.”
Chen Beiwu’s voice was calm, firm with no room for discussion. “This little one has a fiery temper and dislikes being touched by outsiders. I must ask you to respect its boundaries.”
As he finished speaking, the Seven-Tailed Violet Fox cooperatively bared its little fangs.
This is bad. Another sycophant has appeared beside Master!
Golden Egg's expression turned somber.
In terms of strength, it wasn’t afraid of the Seven-Tailed Violet Fox—it could take on ten of her.
But when it ca to acting cute and coy, it was utterly outmatched—left eight streets behind by the fox cub.
Are you just going to watch this newcor flaunt herself? Golden Egg looked toward Iron Egg, sending a voice transmission with divine sense.
“???” Iron Egg looked up in surprise.
What’s the problem?
Whether it was contracting the Five Qi Vine or the Seven-Tailed Violet Fox—as long as it was Chen Beiwu’s decision, it would support him unconditionally. Nothing would sway its trust in its master’s judgnt.
What a brilliant 'fighting by not fighting'!
Golden Egg froze for a mont, then realized sothing. Alarms rang in its heart. It wrapped itself around Chen Beiwu’s neck, pretending to be a three-headed flood dragon necklace.
To not fight is to fight—that move, it could use too.
Ye Xinya let out a soft laugh, unaffected by Chen Beiwu’s cold deanor. “Why aren’t you chasing after the Five Qi Vine, Junior Brother?”
As the vine disappeared, Mo Qingshuang, Yu Zhaohua, and others had begun tracking its trail, unwilling to give up.
“I don’t want to waste ti,” Chen Beiwu replied offhandedly.
“True. Since Junior Brother has already earned the Seven-Tailed Violet Fox’s approval, the Five Qi Vine doesn’t matter.” Ye Xinya nodded in agreent.
“Then why didn’t you chase it?” Chen Beiwu probed.
“It’s just a puppet clone—nothing worth chasing.”
Ye Xinya gave him a knowing smile. Seeing his expression remain unchanged, she couldn’t help but be surprised.
“You noticed too?” she asked, testing the waters.
“Senior Sister has keen eyes.” Chen Beiwu neither confird nor denied.
Indeed, Immortal Sect prodigies were no ordinary cultivators—their insight was remarkable.
He had determined the Five Qi Vine was a puppet clone based on its fate aura. As for how Senior Sister Ye saw through it, he had no idea.
Little did he know, Ye Xinya was sighing inwardly: Truly a tough one to handle. No wonder he rose from obscurity, cultivated a Flawless Foundation, and even achieved progress with the Yuanshi Pill Canon.
Yet despite her inner grumbling, this brief interaction only made Ye Xinya appreciate Chen Beiwu’s character even more.
It was a pity he had risen too quickly. She had missed the window to invest early, and even her beloved Cousin Yao wouldn’t be able to keep hold of a prodigy of his level.
...
Watching Ye Xinya’s retreating figure, Chen Beiwu exhaled a deep breath.
The prodigies of True Venerable Clans were never easy to deal with. Their legitimate daughters, who stood out among them, might seem dazzling, pure, and perfect—like irresistible soft rice.
But in reality, they were a nightmare. Once entangled, there would be no escape.
“Fellow Daoist Thunder Roc, please continue leading the way.”
As soon as Chen Beiwu finished speaking, the Golden-Winged Thunder Roc let out a cry and transford into a streak of lightning, shooting forward.
Hugging the Seven-Tailed Violet Fox tightly, Chen Beiwu activated an Immortal Alliance treasure art sowhat akin to Wave-Stepping through the Tide—【Azure Abyss Step through the Void】—and followed close behind.
Soon, as the last cultivator’s escape light vanished, the chirping of insects returned to the forest, breaking the silence.
In the next mont, a length of violet-gold vine silently extended outward, its tip blooming into a five-colored flower.
“Buzz.”
The petals slowly unfolded, revealing a delicately beautiful, graceful little sprite.
“Nah.”
The Five Qi Vine quietly gazed in the direction Chen Beiwu had left, its expression complicated.
Usually, it looked down on how the beasts of the Yuqing Mountains lacked spirit—willingly sacrificing freedom for cultivation, bloodline power, resources, and future prospects, enslaved by human cultivators. How foolish, it always thought.
But upon eting Chen Beiwu, it realized how terrifying, how stirring that bloodline-deep tremor could be.
Its instincts told it: if it could form a Companion Contract with Chen Beiwu, borrow his cultivation to refine the Five Elents Radiance, it might not only ascend to a Fortune-Origin Beast with ease, but even achieve bloodline reversion, becoming another Primordial Five-Elents Ancestral Tree—a dream not so distant.
All it had to do was help Chen Beiwu form the Yuanshi Golden Core, then rise step by step to Nascent Soul True Monarch, Divine Transformation True Venerable, and even beyond.
Form a contract with him…?
The very thought made the Five Qi Vine violently shake its head.
Impossible—absolutely impossible.
Even if it were to remain stuck forever at the Fourth-Realm Beast Sovereign, making no progress in cultivation, it would never abandon its dream of planting the Five Qi Grove, just to beco a Companion Beast to a human cultivator!
Reviews
All reviews (0)