136: Immortal Abode

The leader of this group was a woman at the Golden Core Stage. Her face was as cold as frost, and her Golden Core Stage Aura pressed down on Gu Yuchuan, making it hard for him to breathe. Her voice was extremely cold, carrying a thick sense of killing intent.

"Speak, who exactly are you? What are you doing here?"

Gu Yuchuan directly transformed into his true form, revealing the appearance of a Serpent before them. "Everyone, look closely. I am a snake demon, a true Immortal Dao Cultivator, not one of those Technological Immortal Dao people. So, could you please lower your longswords first and then introduce me to the person truly in charge here?"

This icy woman was called Fairy Yuehua. She was a bit uncertain and didn't speak for a moment. Gu Yuchuan had no choice but to speak again.

"If I were from the Technological Immortal Dao, then the moment I entered, your Immortal Dao encampment would have effectively been destroyed. Liu Xiu would have immediately led his army over. If your strength were exposed, there would be no need for any schemes; you would all be dead."

Although these words were harsh, they were very realistic. Fairy Yuehua's expression shifted before she finally spoke: "Take him. Take this snake demon to the reception hall. I will go find Lord Dao Monarch to ask about this matter."

After saying that, she struck a burst of Dharmic power into Gu Yuchuan's body, sealing all of his strength. Then, the nearby Cultivators brought him to a large hall and even served him some spirit tea and spirit fruit. However, they were all worthless items, which showed that this encampment was quite poor.

Fairy Yuehua soon arrived at the Dao Monarch's great hall. This Dao Monarch was called Dao Monarch Faming, a powerhouse at the Nascent Soul Great Perfection. However, he was currently unable to advance to Soul Transformation. The heavenly rules in this Secret Realm were incomplete and simply did not support a Cultivator's breakthrough. Moreover, a Cultivator like him would be discovered the moment he entered the Canglan Realm. At that time, Liu Xiu would appear and kill him directly. In other words, he was currently trapped in a dead end.

After Fairy Yuehua entered, he opened his eyes from meditation. "This month is your shift. Did something happen?"

His tone also carried a bit of irritability. After all, today was the day the Secret Realm manifested, so there was always some danger.

"Dao Monarch, a snake demon has entered our place. I am certain he is not a Technological Immortal Dao Cultivator, but he is only at the Foundation Establishment Stage and appears to be a direct descendant of the Daoist Sect. He says he wants to see you."

Dao Monarch Faming furrowed his brows. "A snake demon? I am certain that the Yao Race's Luck in the Canglan Realm has already dissipated. There isn't a single demon left that has achieved anything. Where did this snake demon come from?"

Fairy Yuehua hesitated for a moment but still spoke her thoughts: "Dao Monarch, do you think this could be our chance? A variable has finally appeared."

At this, Dao Monarch Faming was also stunned. Indeed, the Canglan Realm was already under Liu Xiu's control. Even if the Heavenly Dao intended to help them, they could only linger on the brink of death. Furthermore, Liu Xiu was constantly expanding outward. As long as he could lead the world to ascend, the Heavenly Dao would eventually side with Liu Xiu. At that time, it would be the moment of their destruction. Now that a variable had arrived, it was the best possible news.

His expression softened considerably. "You're right, it's a variable. But what use can a Foundation Establishment Stage Cultivator be?"

Just as Fairy Yuehua was about to speak, he figured it out himself: "No, wait. A Foundation Establishment Stage Cultivator could never survive outside. There must be a powerful figure behind him, surely a Soul Transformation Stage powerhouse. That's why he was able to find us. But I am certain that I am currently the strongest within the Immortal Dao."

He couldn't understand it no matter how he thought about it. At this time, Fairy Yuehua finally had a chance to speak: "Dao Monarch, why don't we meet him first? Won't we know everything then? Could a Foundation Establishment Junior possibly lie in your presence?"

But this proposal was quickly rejected: "Wait, let me calculate it. My technique of deduction is also quite formidable."

It made sense; out of so many Cultivators the Immortal Dao once had, the reason only he survived was because this deduction technique gave him the ability to avoid danger. However, just as he sat cross-legged and began to calculate, he spat out a mouthful of blood. Fairy Yuehua hurried forward to support him.

However, even though he was spitting blood, his eyes were very bright. "As expected, our guess was correct. There is a Soul Transformation powerhouse behind him, otherwise I wouldn't have been unable to calculate it. Our Immortal Dao is saved! Clean this place up, then summon him in."

Fairy Yuehua waved her hand, and a beam of moonlight made the place look very bright and clean. Then she walked out.

At this time, Gu Yuchuan was still in the reception hall. He closed his eyes to rest his spirit, not eating anything. Although he felt the other party wouldn't poison him, it was better to be careful. Besides, these things didn't look very precious; he had plenty himself and could afford them, so why eat here? Soon, Fairy Yuehua appeared before him again.

"What is your name?" She deliberately softened her tone, making it seem less cold.

"Junior Gu Yuchuan greets Senior."

The other party nodded. "Good. Our Dao Monarch Faming has agreed to see you. Just be careful; you must be cautious when having an audience with the Dao Monarch. He is a great Senior."

Gu Yuchuan knew she was dropping a hint. "Please rest assured. Although I haven't had many audiences with Dao Monarchs, I have had audiences with Venerables several times. I imagine there isn't any fundamental difference, so there won't be any problems."

This was telling them that there was a Venerable behind him.

At this, Fairy Yuehua became much happier. "Follow me. I will take you to have an audience with the Dao Monarch. You don't need to be afraid; our Dao Monarch Faming is the most gentle person. He is also very kind to us Juniors. You will see when you meet him."

Soon, they arrived in front of a palace. This palace looked very simple, yet it held many subtle mysteries. Upon reaching this point, Fairy Yuehua stopped.

"Alright, I won't accompany you for the rest of the way. You can walk in by yourself."

After Gu Yuchuan saw her leave, he slowly walked inside. Before him was a middle-aged man who looked very refined, wearing a starry sky daoist robe that exuded a bit of mystery. He was presumably the master of this Immortal Dao encampment.

"Small demon Gu Yuchuan greets Dao Monarch Faming. May the Dao Monarch's Immortal Dao remain evergreen."

The other party nodded slightly, looking very noble. With a wave of his hand, a stool appeared behind Gu Yuchuan. "Sit, little snake demon."

He didn't start questioning immediately. For a moment, the two of them fell into a silent atmosphere, with neither being the first to speak.