Chapter 269: Yellow River, Bridge Of Helplessness, The Netherworld
“Stupid cultivators, you guys are vicious!”
An angry shriek rang out as the bush of poisonous gra.s.s fell on the floor.
It was Poison Dragon Gra.s.s, its power comparable to the early-stage Soul Formation level. Its effects were very intense.
It was said that after it matured into the Sage stage, even the Dragon race might not be able to defend against its venom.
This kind of demon plant was an extremely valuable treasure to cultivators who practiced the poison arts.
A pity it had met its bane.
Whether it was Heavenly Venerable White Lotus’ miraculous anti-venom skills or Heavenly Venerable Crimson Lotus’ Phoenix Divine Lightning—both had a certain level of immunity against this Poison Dragon Gra.s.s.
On top of that, the cultivation levels of the three Heavenly Venerables were above that of the poisonous gra.s.s. As a team, it would be a piece of cake for them to kill it.
In the end, under the mighty force of righteousness, the Poison Dragon Gra.s.s was chopped off at the roots by Heavenly Venerable Crimson Lotus’ flaming crescent blade.
Broken at the roots, fluids spraying everywhere—it was a pathetic sight.
It had consumed countless other poisonous plants as it matured over the past several thousands of years. But it ended up being chopped off just like that.
Heavenly Venerable Crimson Lotus kept her blade and snorted. “This evil thing must have been grown by the Evil Spirit sect members. Luckily, it hadn’t fully matured yet.
“Otherwise, it would probably be able to take on a human shape after just a couple more ascensions.
“By then, it would be rather challenging to deal with those Evil Spirit Sect fellows.”
In general, it was far more difficult for plants to take on a new form compared to demons.
On top of that, demons and plants of a higher grade would find it even more difficult to transform.
For example, when Shen Tian had first encountered the mosquito demon, it had been able to take on a human form even though it was just at the Golden Core stage.
And when he had encountered the Mother Vine, Lu Jie, at the Fog Plain, she had only been able to transform after reaching the peak of the Soul Formation stage and undergoing the tribulation to become a Sage.
This Poison Dragon Gra.s.s was very powerful. Although it wasn’t ranked on the Spiritual Wood List, it was still considered a valuable supreme-grade spirit herb.
It would probably be able to take on a complete human form after ascending to the mid-stage Soul Formation level.
By then, it would be able to break free from the soil and pose a terrible threat!
A pity it was chopped off at the roots before that day could come.
It couldn’t be blamed for feeling so wronged.
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“Finally managed to chop it off. Good boy!”
Heavenly Venerable White Lotus dug out several tons of Poison Dragon Gra.s.s, roots and all, carefully so as to not damage a single root.
Although this Poison Dragon Gra.s.s had already been killed, its roots still possessed life essence. If she carefully cultivated it again, she might be able to grow a new demon.
This type of special plant was extremely valuable to Heavenly Venerable White Lotus.
Its stem, leaves, and juices were all highly prized components for her research in medicine.
As a result, she didn’t just store it directly in her storage ring but kept it in her medicine bag so as to better preserve it.
Don’t ask why the Evil Spirit Sect was not allowed to grow Poison Dragon Gra.s.s, but Heavenly Venerable White Lotus was.
It was the path of righteousness!
After keeping the Poison Dragon Gra.s.s, Heavenly Venerable White Lotus smiled. “Senior Sisters Scarlet Dance and Crimson Lotus, this spirit herb is very useful to me.
“Later, I will appraise the value of this gra.s.s and divide it between us accordingly. Then I will send your portion to your departments. What do you think?
“Tian’er, I will give you your share after I refine it into pills.”
Heavenly Venerable Crimson Lotus nodded. “This kind of plant is not much use to me. Junior Sister, just take it for yourself since you need it.”
Heavenly Venerable Scarlet Dance also smiled. “Same for me. But the Saint is indeed blessed by the heavens. We have encountered a seemingly endless supply of poisonous plants and spirit herbs during our trek. It has indeed been a bountiful harvest.”
Shen Tian nodded. “Aunt-Master is too kind.
“It appears that those Evil Spirit sect members should have already known of our ambush mission. They must have already fled.
“From the looks of the earlier pill and weapons rooms, they have carried off most of their treasures, leaving only these spirit herbs and poisonous plants behind.”
Actually, Shen Tian didn’t really care whether they found any treasures.
He had already leveraged upon the providence of his Aunt-Masters, Senior, and Junior Sisters multiple times.
He was already on the winning end.
Heavenly Venerable White Lotus smiled. “Actually, there is no clear line between poison and medicine.
“Some medicines are too potent and might clash with some weaker const.i.tutions, transforming into lethal poisons.
“Meanwhile, some poisonous herbs like this Poison Dragon Gra.s.s can sometimes be used as an anti-venom. To have these valuable herbs is good enough for me.”
Shen Tian couldn’t help feeling rather amused at the eager expression on Heavenly Venerable White Lotus.
This Aunt-Master White Lotus usually looked so calm and pa.s.sive, completely without desire or ambitions.
He never expected her to be so obsessed with poisonous herbs.
Never ever offend an Aunt-Master who loves to play with poison!
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“Tian’er, where shall we head toward next?”
Upon hearing Heavenly Venerable Crimson Lotus’ impatient question, Shen Tian glanced above her head. He then pointed toward the west side of the Immeasurable Ancient State.
“I can vaguely feel that there should be a big fortuitous opportunity over there.”
A big fortuitous opportunity in the east?
The eyes of the three Heavenly Venerables sparkled.
Any initial doubts they had about Shen Tian’s status as the Son of Providence had now been completely squashed.
Since Shen Tian felt that there was a great fortuitous opportunity in the east, there would definitely be one right there.
But where there were fortuitous opportunities, there would also be danger.
For example, if a Nascent Soul cultivator had encountered this Poison Dragon Gra.s.s, they wouldn’t be collecting it but would have become fertilizer for the plant instead.
“Everyone must be extra vigilant. Don’t let your guard down! Activate the flare gun to notify the rest the moment you meet with any danger you cannot handle.”
Heavenly Venerable Scarlet Dance and the other two Heavenly Venerables were the most powerful, and they walked at the front of the team with the Jade Mirror.
Not only could the Jade Mirror emit divine light as an attack, but it was also great at detecting treasures.
Few enemies could remain hidden in places where the Jade Mirror shone.
One felt so safe with the Aunt-Masters’ protection!
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The team moved quickly, covering thousands of miles before stopping in front of a river.
The water of this river was yellow as if it had been mixed with a vast amount of sand. As it flowed, it looked like mud swirling.
Anyway, one just felt rather uneasy looking at it.
“Heavenly Venerable, there is a small bridge here. And... And an ancient tablet.”
Someone discovered a small stone bridge further down the river. Everyone hurried over.
However, the stone bridge was carved entirely out of black stone, which exuded a malevolent aura. The sight of it was spine-chilling.
Shen Tian gazed at the ancient tablet and saw two majestic words carved into it: “Little Netherworld”.
Those two words seemed to harbor an intense power, like a whirlpool dragging one’s soul continuously down into an endless pit.
Hum!
Shen Tian’s Pure Reincarnation Earth vibrated with its mysterious energy, expelling this strange feeling.
He forcibly turned his head to gaze at the river, to see that something bizarre had happened.
The original yellow color of the waters had turned a b.l.o.o.d.y-yellow now. It was like a vast amount of fresh blood was now mingling in those muddy waters.
More bone-chilling was the fact that numerous corpses were floating in the river, swirling around in the waters.
One couldn’t help recalling that forbidden phrase—Yellow Springs!
After gazing at the words “Little Netherworld” on the ancient tablet again, one suddenly noticed four smaller, less-noticeable words on either side.
On the left was: “Little River of Forget”!
On the right was: “Little Bridge of Helplessness”!