226: Each with his own hidden agenda! The legend of the seven divine beads!

Facing Jiekong’s question, Chu Jiangnian’s pupils first constricted, wondering if he had discovered the marks he left on the way.

Or did he realize his feigned Devilish Qi possession?

But he quickly returned to normal and said, “I have entered the Floating Pagoda, so naturally, I have converted to Buddhism.”

“Also, don’t forget what you promised me.”

Jiekong stared at him for a moment, his lips moving slightly: “This monk will naturally do what I promised you; I will set off after leaving Profound Ice Abyss.”

“That’s good. As long as you keep your promise, I will fulfill my duty.” Chu Jiangnian nodded slightly.

With the words said, Jiekong did not dwell on this issue.

But only he knew what he was truly thinking.

Just like that, the two, each with their own ulterior motives, looked at the Extreme Cold Abyss in silence.

A moment later, Jiekong suddenly asked, “Do you know the origin of the extreme cold divine pearl?”

“I’d like to hear the details.”

“There are Seven Great Divine Pearls in the world, all of which are rare treasures. Their origin can be traced back to the Primordial Era, created by the Seven Stars Great Emperor.”

“Among them, the Time Divine Pearl and the Space Divine Pearl are the most precious, their value comparable to Extreme Dao Emperor Weapons.”

“The extreme cold divine pearl ranks sixth among the Seven Great Divine Pearls. Only one can be born every hundred thousand years, and it is especially important for those who Cultivate the Ice Dao, as it can achieve twice the results with half the effort.”

“I brought you here to further your Sword Intent.” Jiekong explained.

Chu Jiangnian was slightly stunned upon hearing this, cupping his fists and saying, “I thank the Buddhist Son for his kindness.”

Jiekong was quite satisfied with his reaction and continued, “Besides the extreme cold divine pearl, there is another divine pearl you are more familiar with.”

“Are you referring to… the star god pearl?” Chu Jiangnian’s heart stirred.

“That’s right. This item ranks last among the Seven Great Divine Pearls, but it is still a treasure of the world.” Jiekong nodded.

“Each of the Seven Great Divine Pearls is incredibly precious when taken individually, but if all of them can be gathered, they will have infinite wondrous uses, and it would not be impossible to become a Saint on the spot.”

“Most importantly, gathering them can summon the Seven Stars Great Emperor and obtain his supreme Legacy.”

This secret was the first Chu Jiangnian had ever heard. He only knew that the star god pearl had infinite wondrous uses and that the extreme cold divine pearl was incredibly precious.

As for the other Time Divine Pearl and Space Divine Pearl, he had never heard of them.

They weren't even recorded in ancient texts.

However, what he didn’t expect was that such a shocking secret was hidden behind it.

“What are the other three divine pearls?” Chu Jiangnian pressed.

“The Blazing Fire Divine Pearl, the Verdant Wood Divine Pearl, and the Moonlight Divine Pearl.”

Chu Jiangnian silently recited them a few times, committing these divine pearls to memory.

“When the True Martial Great Emperor had not yet ascended to the Human Emperor position, he once entered Xuankong Temple to seek the Dao. To pursue the profound mysteries of Buddhist Dharma, he spent several years discussing the Dao with the Abbot without hesitation.”

“After achieving the Dao, to show gratitude, he left behind a Blazing Fire Divine Pearl and a Verdant Wood Divine Pearl, then departed with a triumphant song.” Jiekong suddenly revealed a shocking piece of news.

Chu Jiangnian was greatly shocked. The fact that the True Martial Great Emperor had once gone to Xuankong Temple to seek the Dao was well-known.

But he hadn't expected this story behind it.

“You mean, now these two divine pearls…” Chu Jiangnian’s pupils constricted slightly.

“That’s right, both the Blazing Fire Divine Pearl and the Verdant Wood Divine Pearl are on this monk.” Jiekong nodded.

Chu Jiangnian was incredibly shocked; he now understood the other party’s ambition.

He actually wanted to obtain the Legacy of the Seven Stars Great Emperor and gather all seven divine pearls to summon the Great Emperor’s projection!

“You already knew there was an extreme cold divine pearl within the Kunpeng God Nest?” Chu Jiangnian asked.

Jiekong smiled without speaking, but his expression explained everything.

This made Chu Jiangnian recall the message Jiekong sent when he and Qin Han first met.

He told him to go to the Golden Scale Que to find the star god pearl, saying it was key to breaking through the Extreme Boundary’s shackles.

At first, Chu Jiangnian thought this was mutual appreciation between Prodigies, a kind reminder.

But the more he interacted with Jiekong, the deeper he understood this Buddhist Son, who outwardly seemed unaffected by gains or losses.

Every step he took was not in vain; there must be a profound meaning behind it.

One calculation led to another, a continuous series of calculations.

Now that he revealed the meaning of the Seven Great Divine Pearls, Chu Jiangnian finally understood why he had reminded Qin Han to seek the star god pearl back then.

The fundamental reason was that he wanted it.

And Qin Han, in his plan, was merely a pawn.

Perhaps even now.

At this thought, Chu Jiangnian broke out in a cold sweat.

Because he had left marks on the path to guide Qin Han to the correct route.

Perhaps…

Jiekong had already noticed his little actions but did not expose them.

Instead, he turned the tables, leading Qin Han here.

Then his goal must be to use Qin Han to obtain the extreme cold divine pearl!

“This bald donkey is so sinister?!” Chu Jiangnian looked at Jiekong with terror in his eyes.

He couldn't imagine that this seemingly harmless, fair-faced Cultivator of Buddhism.

Would have such deep schemes.

“No wonder he became possessed by Devilish Qi. He thinks about scheming against this and that every day, having long lost his reverence for the Buddhist Dao.” Chu Jiangnian mused.

Now Jiekong must know that he was not affected by the Devilish Qi, but he pretended not to know.

Neither of them had torn off their masks, maintaining a facade of civility.

Chu Jiangnian hoped in his heart that Qin Han would not discover the Profound Ice Abyss, much less the marks he left behind.

However…

He was very confused as to why Jiekong would tell him all this?

Why reveal the secret of the Seven Stars Great Emperor?

Just as he was pondering, neat and rhythmic footsteps suddenly came from behind him.

“They’re here.” Jiekong’s lips curled slightly, and he turned to look.

Only a handsome young man came into view, with a Kunpeng and a Golden Crow appearing around him, circling him.

They seemed to have gained sentience, resonating with the brilliant glow of his body.

A ball of divine fire burned above his head, and the golden miniature figure, having undergone five cycles of damage and reconstruction, became even more sacred and crystalline.

His body was pure and immaculate, glowing all over, the entire person bright and flawless.

Whenever his eyes opened and closed, divine light shot out, revealing a powerful Qi.

“Qin Han, you truly did not disappoint me.” Jiekong’s face showed joy upon seeing the newcomer.

Qin Han’s first attention upon arriving was the faces of the two, and after realizing they were acquaintances, the large stone hanging in his heart slowly settled.

Then he noticed the grayish-white flames burning in the Extreme Cold Abyss, and a faint curiosity flashed in his eyes.

“Bald donkey, you’ve been waiting for me here for a long time, haven’t you?” Qin Han asked.

“It has been half a month.” Jiekong replied.

“Since we’ve dealt with each other a few times, there’s no need for pleasantries.” Qin Han did not intend to beat around the bush with him and went straight to the point.

“I am determined to get the extreme cold divine pearl. If you don’t want to die, then scram.”

Chu Jiangnian’s expression changed instantly upon hearing this, and he was about to remind him of something, but before he could speak, Jiekong interrupted him.

“Obedience is better than courtesy.” Jiekong honestly retreated a few steps, leaving a passage for Qin Han to pass through.