650: The Emperor's Talisman of the Central Region, I have no intention

Saint Master Zhou Buyi mused, "This is an emperor talisman from the Central Domain. Comprehend it on your own, but don't easily show it to others! It contains formations, Restriction, and runes from ancient times. With your current cultivation, it's temporarily difficult to use, but you can use it for comprehension. It will surely allow your formation, talisman, and Restriction to advance by leaps and bounds."

Why did that ancient stone coffin appear in Lingyuan Grotto-Heaven?

Because in the entire Lingyuan Grotto-Heaven, only the emperor talisman in his hand could suppress the Restriction and taboo power on it.

This emperor talisman was a supreme treasure from the Central Domain, obtained by him through a stroke of luck. Unfortunately, he had spent most of his life and still found it difficult to comprehend even one-tenth of it.

Now that he was giving it to Xie Weilou, he hoped that the latter could truly comprehend its mysteries.

"An emperor talisman?"

Xie Weilou's heart trembled. He solemnly said to Saint Master Zhou Buyi, "Peak Master, this item is too precious."

Saint Master Zhou Buyi shook his head, "Your talent is worthy of this talisman. To be so highly regarded by people like Spring Autumn Cicada and Chu Qingtian, your future, young man, is full of infinite possibilities. This item has gathered dust in my hands; perhaps in your hands, it won't be buried."

After speaking, he simply walked away with his hands behind his back.

Having witnessed Xie Weilou's extraordinary nature today, he felt he could give this item to him.

This young man's terrifying spiritual sense was rare through the ages; his speed in comprehending the emperor talisman would definitely be even more rapid!

Xie Weilou watched Saint Master Zhou Buyi's retreating figure and bowed deeply, "Many thanks, Peak Master!"

"Before you leave, impart some talisman-making experience to those four," Saint Master Zhou Buyi's voice rang out.

"Alright," Xie Weilou nodded slightly.

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For the next month, Xie Weilou stayed on Talismans Peak, imparting talisman-making experience to Fu Yi and the others, and also sharing many of his suggestions and ideas with the four.

As a modern person, he had many ideas and had read many novels, which now came in handy.

He recounted to the four all the situations involving talisman-making that he had encountered in novels, completely opening their minds and leaving them shocked and incredulous.

Of course, shock was one thing; whether they could put it into practice was another. Xie Weilou could not help the four with this; they needed to act on it themselves.

Huang Quanxiao also came to Talismans Peak to drink and converse with Xie Weilou.

Upon learning that Xie Weilou was leaving, she felt a pang of emotion. True powerhouses must travel the world and indeed would not stay in this Lingyuan Grotto-Heaven forever.

Subsequently,

Xie Weilou bid farewell to Huang Quanxiao, left some items for Fu Yi and the others, and then directly departed from Lingyuan Grotto-Heaven.

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Half a month later,

In Xuan Cang City, under the rule of the Great Ye Dynasty in Xuanji Province, a handsome young master named Xie Wushi appeared.

He wore white robes, carried a folding fan, had a refined and gentle demeanor, and enjoyed visiting brothels, savoring fine wine, and admiring beautiful legs!

Xuan Cang Tower.

At a window seat, Xie Weilou ordered a few small dishes and a pot of fine wine, sipping leisurely.

There were many cultivators in the tavern, but not a single young woman was to be seen; all were rough men!

"Did you all hear? Longevity Holy Land attacked Guangyin Ridge recently, and it seems many more people died."

"Guangyin Ridge is one of the Nine Great Forbidden Zones. Throughout the ages, countless forces have attacked it, yet no force has ever succeeded."

"Forbidden Zones are graveyards for the dead! No matter how many people go, that's how many die. Why bother being so persistent?"

"I heard that an elder from Longevity Holy Land was in decline. This time, Longevity Holy Land attacked Guangyin Ridge because that elder wanted to seize a sliver of hope for survival, but unfortunately, he failed."

Some cultivators around were discussing in low voices.

Longevity Holy Land was one of the Six Holy Lands, and its attack on Guangyin Ridge this time caused a huge stir.

It was said that even the supreme emperor artifact, the Longevity Cauldron, was used, yet there were still countless casualties, which was incredibly lamentable.

Throughout the ages, the Nine Great Forbidden Zones remained eternal and indestructible, filled with unpredictable dangers. Any force that attacked them met with a terrible end.

"Guangyin Ridge?"

Xie Weilou pondered.

According to the ancient texts he had read, Guangyin Ridge was one of the Nine Great Forbidden Zones, located three hundred thousand li north of Xuanji Province.

Legend had it that Guangyin Ridge contained countless treasures, but it also concealed terrifying Time and Space rules. Anyone who approached would be greatly affected.

Therefore, few dared to approach, let alone set foot in it.

Throughout the ages, many major forces had attacked Guangyin Ridge, but no one had ever succeeded. Instead, those attacking forces, without exception, suffered heavy losses.

"amitābha! Benefactor, may this humble monk sit here?"

At that moment, a gentle voice sounded. A monk, dressed in white monastic robes, as handsome as a demon, with a lotus mark between his brows, walked over.

He appeared very sacred, with a solemn and dignified appearance, untainted by the mud, and an extremely transcendent aura.

Xie Weilou looked at the monk, and with just one glance, he sensed the monk's extraordinary nature.

Moreover, there was an inexplicably familiar aura about him, as if it were a unique cultivation method!

Among Buddhist methods, the one he mastered was Thunder Guidance, which seemed to be the prototype of a certain Buddhist scripture.

Could it be... Xie Weilou smiled and said, "Master, please take a seat!"

"Thank you, Benefactor."

The handsome monk sat down beside him, then said to a young waiter, "Please bring this humble monk a bowl of plain noodles."

"Master, please wait!" The waiter quickly replied.

Xie Weilou looked at the monk and smiled, "My name is Xie Wushi. May I ask the Master's esteemed name?"

The handsome monk clasped his hands together and softly said, "This humble monk is Heartless! I see that Benefactor has a connection with Buddhism. Are you willing to join the Buddhist sect?"

Xie Weilou scrutinized Heartless, his expression odd as he said, "I indeed have a connection with Master. This Xie loves to visit brothels. Does Master Heartless also enjoy visiting brothels?"

Upon hearing this, those around them all looked at Heartless, their expressions somewhat surprised. A monk visiting brothels? How interesting!

Heartless froze for a second, "Benefactor, why do you say that?"

Xie Weilou pointed to a sachet on Heartless's waistband, "This sachet, I've seen one exactly like it. It seems to belong to a certain lady from the Green Fragrance Pavilion..."

Heartless subconsciously looked at the sachet on his waist. His face was filled with astonishment, and he quickly said, "Oh no!"

Xie Weilou smiled and said, "What's 'oh no'? A lady giving Master a sachet, Master should be happy!"

Heartless quickly stood up, "Benefactor, this humble monk will leave for the time it takes an incense stick to burn; I'll be back shortly."

With that, he hurriedly walked out of the inn.

Not long after,

The waiter brought the plain noodles. He said in surprise, "Eh? Where's that Master?"

Xie Weilou smiled faintly, "He'll be back soon. Just set this bowl of noodles down."

"Alright then," the waiter placed the noodles on the table.

"Master and I truly have a connection!"

Xie Weilou glanced at the plain noodles on the table, then at the bowl of meat in front of him. He simply picked it up and poured some oil into the plain noodles...