Chapter 542: Eastern Sea Cultivation World, The Immortal City Couple!

The breakthrough in their intimate relationship, and the liberated state of Hong Lian, due to alcohol, led her to have a dream.

In that dream, she and Lu Changsheng were married and had a son and daughter on their wedding night.

Afterward, they returned to the peak, famed across the Southern Wilderness, and headed towards the Northern Plains.

But at that moment, she woke up to find herself nestled in Lu Changsheng’s arms.

Her jade-like arms were draped around his neck while his hand held her waist and another was placed on her ample chest.

Yes, last night, she had freed herself entirely, letting the alcohol take over, and then she fell asleep directly in Lu Changsheng’s arms.

“I actually had a dream.”

Hong Lian thought back to the blurry, fragmented images in that dream, feeling a bit dazed.

Cultivators strengthen their souls, and it’s rare to dream after Foundation Establishment.

Even though her Nascent Soul was no longer at its peak, it was still unusual for her to dream.

This time, she could only say that her emotions were intense, influenced by the alcohol, and thus released in the dream.

“Or perhaps, it’s a glimpse of the future.”

Even when a Nascent Soul True Lord dreams, it cannot be compared to an ordinary person’s dream.

There might be some hidden significance.

However, this dream held neither disaster nor trouble, only indicating that she had found a companion who loved and understood her.

In fact, it felt somewhat like a spring dream.

“I actually had a spring dream.”

Even in her previous life as a Nascent Soul True Lord, Hong Lian felt a surge of inexplicable embarrassment.

“You’re awake.”

Her subtle movements woke Lu Changsheng, who then looked at the woman in his arms.

Her hair was slightly disheveled, strewn over her chest and shoulders, though her hair ornament was missing.

Her dress was a bit damp, whether from last night’s drink or the waves of Da Mengze.

Her exquisite figure clung to the dress, outlining a breathtaking, curvaceous silhouette.

The morning sunlight fell upon her, making her appear like a flawless, holy, and enchanting jade statue, utterly captivating.

“Hmm.”

Hong Lian nodded slightly, but the embarrassing dream made her beautiful face flush slightly.

Seeing Hong Lian’s alluring appearance, Lu Changsheng held her close and tasted her sweet lips.

“Mmm~”

After a moment, Hong Lian felt a strange sensation in her chest. She blinked her beautiful eyes and gently pressed his hand down.

It was then that Lu Changsheng realized his hand had somehow ended up on her ample chest.

He had even unconsciously tried to remove her dress.

Hong Lian’s slight ‘resistance’ did not bother Lu Changsheng.

There was no need to rush such matters.

Gulping it all down at once is rather like Zhu Bajie gulping down ginseng fruit—not savoring the taste.

A beauty like Hong Lian should be savored slowly.

After a long while, Lu Changsheng released the beauty in his arms, savoring the floral fragrance.

“Time to focus on important matters.”

Lu Changsheng stretched lazily, his eyes warm, as he spoke naturally.

Although Foundation Establishment cultivators don’t need sleep,

Occasionally, a nap leaves one refreshed and in high spirits.

“Hmm.”

Though without experience in such matters, Hong Lian wasn’t a naive girl.

She quickly regained her elegant and refined demeanor.

This noble demeanor contrasted sharply with the teasing little beauty close to him, making her even more charming.

Time passed bit by bit.

In the depths of Da Mengze, Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian continued hunting demonic beasts.

Since their relationship breakthrough, they had become even closer, like a pair of affectionate spouses.

When tired, they would rest, chatting idly about random topics or exchanging sweet nothings.

“This Da Mengze might be similar to the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range, acting as a tributary to a sea region.”

On this day, aboard the Spirit Boat, Hong Lian gazed at the misty, endless waters and said.

She suspected that Da Mengze, like the Myriad Beasts Mountain Range of Jiang Kingdom, might be the outlying region of some vast ocean.

“Could it be the Eastern Sea Cultivation World?”

Upon hearing her words, Lu Changsheng raised an eyebrow.

There were always rumors in Jiang Kingdom that if one could cross Da Mengze, they would reach either a forbidden area or a more prosperous and expansive cultivation world.

“It’s unlikely, but it can’t be ruled out.”

Hong Lian leaned her head against Lu Changsheng’s shoulder and softly replied.

Whether it’s the Eastern Sea, Western Desert, Northern Plains, or Southern Wilderness, they are all boundless.

Without a teleportation array, even a Golden Core cultivator would find it challenging to traverse in a lifetime.

Moreover, according to records, the four cultivation worlds are separated by unknown distances, with countless outlying seas and forbidden zones in between.

“Hong Lian, what does the Eastern Sea Cultivation World look like? Is it all just vast ocean?”

Lu Changsheng knew little about other cultivation worlds.

Or rather, if not for Hong Lian, he wouldn’t have had access to this information.

“The Eastern Sea Cultivation World is primarily composed of ocean regions. Although there are human cultivators with some power, the main dominance lies with demon clans.

“I don’t know the specifics, but according to sect ancient records, humans mostly survive on archipelagos, near the coast or on the outer seas.

“Areas like the inner seas and deep seas almost entirely belong to transformed demon kings and demon emperors.”

Hong Lian softly explained, stating that unlike the Southern Wilderness and the Northern Plains, ninety percent of the Eastern Sea Cultivation World is controlled by demons.

“If the Eastern Sea Cultivation World is like this Da Mengze, it would indeed be unfavorable for cultivators to thrive.”

After hearing that, Lu Changsheng lamented.

The Immortal City of Da Mengze is not as prosperous as Qingluan Immortal City, partly because Da Mengze itself is less abundant than the inland Myriad Beasts Mountain Range.

Though rich in resources, it’s much more dangerous.

Not only do they face the perils of demonic beasts, but also the challenges of sea winds, tsunamis, tides, fog, and other hazards.

Most people live on small islands.

Without breaking through Foundation Establishment, they might never leave their island in a lifetime.

“The Eastern Sea, the Western Desert, the Southern Wilderness, and the Northern Plains all have their pros and cons. Only the rumored Central Plains Cultivation World is the true holy land for cultivation!”

A trace of longing appeared in Hong Lian’s eyes.

Although the Northern Plains Cultivation World where she resided has Divine Transformation True Venerables,

According to ancient records, the Central Plains Cultivation World is vast, abundant, with numerous fifth-tier spiritual veins, and is therefore the true holy land for immortal cultivation!

“The Central Plains Cultivation World.”

Lu Changsheng chuckled lightly, not feeling much longing for it.

A golden nest or a silver nest is not as good as one’s small nest at home.

Having a warm bed with a wife and child at home is far more comfortable. Why go to such places?

Unless the Southern Wilderness Cultivation World truly ran out of options, only then would he consider relocating.

A month later.

“Boom! Boom! Boom—”

The winds roared, and tsunamis ascended to the sky.

In the depths of Da Mengze, massive waves surged toward the heavens. Whirlpool tornadoes of a hundred feet swallowed everything, exuding terrifying power.

Countless fish and demonic beasts were torn apart by the shockwaves, with blood staining the waters.

“Golden-Winged Roc!”

Amid the overwhelming sea tornado, a burst of Yin-Yang divine light split the misty, dreadful vortex, carving a ghastly chasm.

A man and a woman broke through the water and emerged.

“Screech!”

High above the sky, a dazzling, golden roc appeared, radiating the terrifying aura of a late third-tier demon king as it carried the two and soared towards the Nine Heavens.

“Roar! Roar! Roar—”

In the foggy ocean below, a giant whale as large as an island and a hundred-foot-long Jiao dragon surfaced, carrying immense power as they chased the golden roc.

But compared to the speed of the Golden-Winged Roc, they were far slower, only able to let out roars full of reluctance.

Nine Heavens Gale Layer.ale.

“As expected, causing enough commotion brings trouble.”

Lu Changsheng crouched on the Golden-Winged Roc, looking a bit haggard.

Beside him, Hong Lian’s hair was also in disarray, and her robes were torn, not as elegant and graceful as before.

“We’ve hunted six demon kings over these past days, naturally arousing the wrath of others, causing them to band together against us.”

“Moreover, besides the demon kings, we’ve slain too many second-tier demon beasts these past days, which has led to us being tainted by the vengeful spirits and malevolent energy, making it easy for other demon kings to sense us.”

Although the two looked disheveled, they hadn’t suffered much except for expending a lot of energy.

“I thought being so far away would keep us out of trouble. I didn’t expect these demon kings to band together too.”

Lu Changsheng took a deep breath and slowly exhaled.

If not for his and Hong Lian’s exceptional strength, and the Golden-Winged Roc assisting them, an ordinary Golden Core cultivator would have been unable to survive.

“Hong Lian, what’s this vengeful spirit and malevolent energy you speak of?”

He continued to ask.

“Second-tier demon beasts possess a certain level of intelligence. Upon their death, they may produce malevolent energy.”

“This energy is invisible and colorless, but other demon beasts or certain techniques and Divine Abilities can detect it.”

“With the number of beasts we’ve slain these days, it’s inevitable we’ve accumulated some.”

Hong Lian cast a Cleanse skill on herself and Lu Changsheng, tidying up her messy hair and dress, and softly smiled as she spoke.

Though they had fled rather haphazardly, she found it somewhat amusing.

“Besides attracting other beasts, does this vengeful spirit and malevolent energy have any other side effects?”

Lu Changsheng had heard that committing too many killings could lead to heart demons or hinder breakthroughs.

“Master, our malevolent energy isn’t severe. It primarily makes us disagreeable to demon beasts.”

“If it continues to accumulate to a certain extent, however, it could affect cultivation speed, breakthroughs, or even increase the power of Nascent Soul Heavenly Tribulation.”

Hong Lian, with gentle and serene eyes and a tranquil smile, looked at Lu Changsheng as she spoke.

“That serious!?”

Lu Changsheng frowned slightly.

“Master, don’t worry too much. The malevolent energy will naturally dissipate over time.”

“Besides, there are many Secret Techniques to eliminate it. Some demon paths even use such energy in cultivation methods and Secret Techniques.”

Hong Lian responded calmly, wearing a faint smile.

In her previous life as a Nascent Soul True Lord, she had naturally committed her share of killings.

Moreover, conflict and combat between humans and demons were inevitable.

“I see.”

Hearing this, Lu Changsheng roughly understood the nature of the malevolent energy.

For example, as a Golden Core cultivator, first-tier demonic beasts couldn’t affect him with this energy.

Even second-tier demon beasts had only a minimal effect.

Only when killing beasts or human cultivators of the same level did this energy accumulate more.

But for it to affect cultivation, one would have to kill at least several dozens.

So, in most cases, there’s no need to worry.

As for those who have killed tens or hundreds, they likely have methods to handle it.

“In that case, let’s head to the Immortal City of Da Mengze to rest for a few days and handle some of the materials we’ve gathered.”

Lu Changsheng said to Hong Lian.

Over the past days, they had slain six demon kings and countless second-tier demonic beasts.

The materials they had obtained from these demonic beasts and various spiritual materials were too numerous to count, worth upwards of millions and reaching tens of millions!

Not only was Lu Changsheng’s Heaven and Earth Binding Shadow Belt packed.

The Storage Bags he’d brought, as well as the Wuxiang Treasure Wheel, were all nearly full.

Especially the demon king corpses.

Had Lu Changsheng’s Yin-Yang Grand Capture technique not stored them in the Wuxiang Treasure Wheel, constantly draining his Spiritual Energy, they wouldn’t have fit.

“Alright~”

Though Hong Lian had her own opinions, she’d always followed Lu Changsheng’s lead during this journey.

Even when he hunted demonic beasts excessively, potentially causing trouble, she merely offered a simple reminder and aligned with his thoughts.

Just as they were about to head to the Immortal City of Da Mengze, they suddenly sensed two powerful waves of Golden Core Spiritual Energy approaching.

Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian immediately grew wary, preparing to defend themselves.

Given the commotion they’d just caused, it was possible that other cultivators might come to investigate or take advantage of them.

Several breaths later.

Two Divine Light Beams appeared, revealing a man and a woman, both Golden Core stage cultivators.

The man wore a jade crown and a feathered robe, with an imposing and steadfast appearance. His temples were slightly silver, giving him an ethereal, powerful aura, indicating a mid-Golden Core cultivation.

The woman had a delicately beautiful face, with dark eyebrows and high, intricately arranged hair. She wore a pale purple palace dress, exuding an aura of dignity and nobility, also indicating a mid-Golden Core stage.

However, both Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian immediately sensed something off about this couple.

“Master, it’s highly likely these two aren’t just mid-Golden Core but may be at late-Golden Core stage in terms of cultivation.”

Hong Lian communicated with Lu Changsheng telepathically.

Though her Nascent Soul wasn’t at its peak anymore, her ability to sense others remained exceptional, allowing her to pick up on their Spiritual Energy.

“Late Golden Core.”

Lu Changsheng narrowed his eyes slightly.

“I’m Meng Wuhen. Greetings to the two Daoists. Was it the two of you who caused the disturbance deep within Da Mengze earlier?”

The feather-robed man, Meng Wuhen, looked at Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian and inquired.

However, as he noticed the Golden-Winged Roc beneath them, his deep eyes narrowed slightly.

“Are the two of you the rulers of Da Mengze and the Immortal City, known as Wuhen Zhenren and Immortal Yunmeng?”

Lu Changsheng, clad in a black brocade robe, stood tall on the back of the Golden-Winged Roc and cupped his hands with a smile.

In the Jiang Kingdom cultivation world, there weren’t many Golden Core cultivators, and most had names known to others.

A pair of mid-Golden Core cultivators in Da Mengze was quite revealing of their identities.

“Yes, that’s right. I am Wuhen, and this is my wife.”

Meng Wuhen nodded.

“I am Wang Lin, and this is my wife, Li Muwan.”

Lu Changsheng immediately introduced himself.

Then he cupped his hands and said, “My wife and I were hunting demon beasts during our travels. If we caused any trouble with your city, we sincerely apologize.”

“No need for such formality. My wife and I sensed the disturbances deep within the seas and assumed it was either a beast tide or something of significance, so we came to investigate.

“Since it was just you two hunting demon beasts and no serious trouble was caused, there’s nothing to apologize for.”

Wuhen Zhenren spoke with a courteous and friendly tone.

Though both Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian sensed that the couple wasn’t simple,

Meng Wuhen and Immortal Yunmeng also felt that Lu Changsheng and Hong Lian were extraordinary.

A mid-Golden Core cultivator and an early Golden Core cultivator shouldn’t give him this strange feeling of danger.

Especially the golden roc beneath them, which exuded an ominous presence.

These two were clearly not mid-Golden Core cultivators as rumored.

The truth was, they had reached the peak of Golden Core cultivation!

Through their joint Dual Cultivation Method.

Even if they encountered a Nascent Soul True Lord, they could still fight back!

Under such circumstances, the duo and their golden roc gave Meng Wuhen and Immortal Yunmeng an uneasy feeling, indicating they were likely hiding their true cultivation levels!