Five days later.
The eight southwest states are the boundaries of Chizhou.
Chizhou is located in the west of the Eight Southwest Prefectures. Compared with other prefectures and counties with abundant rainfall and lush vegetation, Chizhou has hot weather, thousands of miles of red soil, many volcanoes, earthquakes, frequent geological activities, and a relative lack of spiritual energy. It is the most barren among the eight prefectures. , the most unsuitable states and counties for spiritual practice.
"Old Han, the good thing you said was in Chizhou? But you found a devil's cave here?"
Chu Chen looked at the red mountains and earth under his feet, looking forward to it.
With the help of former friends and colleagues, Class 5 and Class 6 have begun to take shape in the past few days. It is a stage of high motivation. Destroying a demon cave is undoubtedly the best opportunity to establish prestige and open up the situation. "The devil's cave is not so easy to find."
Han Chen shook his head, breaking Chu Chen's illusion. However, the excitement on his face disappeared. He who had been mysterious for several days no longer hid it and said:
"A few days ago, I was passing through Chizhou in pursuit of demons. By chance, I caught a glimpse of a fleeting colorful ray of light using the qi-gazing and kanyu techniques. It was suspected that a strange treasure was born."
A strange baby is born? !
Chu Chen immediately became interested. He knew Han Chen's fortune-telling and divination skills very well. When Old Han said this, he was certainly not just talking casually, and his credibility was extremely high.
However, he also had some doubts:
"Old Han, why don't you go treasure hunting yourself?"
"The place where the treasure was born is deep in the Three Thousand Fire Cave. The earth's fire and magma have been surging for hundreds of millions of years, and there are thousands of years of fire demons guarding it. With my own strength, I am powerless."
Chu Chen had heard of the "Three Thousand Fire Cave". This is a deserted place in the world, as famous as the "Thousand Thunder Swamp" in the Thunder Plains. Deep in the Three Thousand Fire Cave, there is an eternal fire from the center of the earth that burns everything. . The divine fire in the center of the earth here can not only burn the physical body, but also ignite the spiritual consciousness and soul of the monks, and even the true spirit of the soul. It is so overbearing that even the monks with great supernatural powers dare not go deep into it easily. The reason why divine fire is different from ordinary fire is that divine flames can threaten spiritual consciousness and soul, and are a great threat to high cultivators.
This was the case with the "Eastern Abyss Fire" that Chu Chen conquered at the beginning. Unfortunately, he was born in a Taoist sect and did not practice magic skills. Its power was too affected by external factors, so this magic fire failed to shine in his hands. When Han Chen said this, a faint smile appeared on his face:
"I originally planned to find my senior brother, but unfortunately he had some enlightenment and went into seclusion. Ling Xiao, you just happened to be out of seclusion. Now it's better. You don't have to worry about finding help."
Han Chen knew Chu Chen's Taoist and magical powers very well, and was one of the best among his peers. Not to mention that Chu Chen possessed the [Fire Signal Seal] from the Ghost Valley lineage, and he had conquered the "Eastern Abyss Fire" in the East China Sea Demonic Abyss. He remembered the scene vividly.
To a certain extent, Chu Chen's strength is more reliable than that of his senior brother Taoist Chonglou. Moreover, after having known each other for many years, he understands his character and is trustworthy.
Chu Chen suddenly realized what he said, but he was more surprised.
"Old Han, does this mean that Senior Chonglou is expected to break through to the third level of Taoism?"
At present, although Chu Chen's cultivation level has caught up with Taoist Chonglou, his cultivation level is only slightly inferior, so he can be said to be of the same generation.
However, he has great respect for Taoist Chonglou and has always regarded him as an elder in his heart.
At that time, he went to the Imperial Taoist Temple to cultivate. Thanks to the guidance of his two predecessors, Taoist Chonglou and layman Qingzhu, who taught him classics, answered questions and solved doubts, and helped him lay a solid foundation, he was able to deduce his own immortal skills and open up his own path. path of.
Without the selfless guidance of Taoist Chonglou and layman Qingzhu, he would not be where he is today.
Hearing that Taoist Chonglou was expected to make further progress, Chu Chen was happy from the bottom of his heart, and his joy even exceeded this treasure hunt.
Han Chen was quite excited to see Chu Chen caring about his senior brother. He also looked expectantly: "I'm not sure yet, but I hope he can gain something."
"Senior Chonglou has a profound background. He just needs a chance to make a breakthrough. I think he will achieve something."
During the conversation, not long after, the two of them arrived at the "Three Thousand Fire Cave" through the clouds and mist.
The so-called "Three Thousand Fire Cave" is a huge volcanic community composed of thousands of large and small, high and short volcanoes. From time to time, volcanoes erupt, flames shoot into the sky, and disasters occur frequently. Within hundreds of miles, there are few human beings and few birds and animals. , is the true Jedi of life.
However, the dangerous environment of "Three Thousand Fire Cave" is not without its faults.
The fire veins of this place are condensed, the fire is soaring, and it is rich in fire-type heavenly materials and earthly treasures. For some monks who practice fire magic, or some local ferocious beasts and fairies who are good at controlling fire, this place is undoubtedly a paradise. Of course, most monks, ferocious beasts and fairies can only be active outside the "Three Thousand Fire Cave". The surroundings of the ten core volcanoes that truly lead to the depths of the earth are still extremely desolate.
"Ling Xiao, this is Moyun Volcano. This crater goes straight to the depths of the earth. Last time I caught a glimpse of a colorful ray of light here, and then went in to search."
Han Chen mentioned the past with a look of fear on his face:
"It's a pity that I couldn't find the exotic treasure. I met a ten thousand year old monster called Fire Toad King on the way. That Fire Toad may be a monster born in the Three Thousand Fire Cave. It can enter and leave the fire cave at will, and its magic power is at least four. He is a perfect person, and more importantly, he has the magical power to control the divine fire in the center of the earth. He is extremely difficult to deal with. I knew I was no match for him, so I didn’t dare to go deep, so I hurried away.”
When Chu Chen heard this, he immediately became interested.
Not to mention fairy materials and rare treasures, even ordinary heavenly materials and earthly treasures, the first one to discover them is likely to be a powerful local creature.
Generally speaking, the stronger the creature guarding the treasure, the more difficult the treasure is. "Old Han, you are very lucky."
Chu Chen couldn't help but praise.
"Compared to you, it's a little worse."
Han Chen smiled. He was self-aware and did not dare to compare his luck with Chu Chen. He was quite modest and said: "Ling Xiao, your ability to control fire and avoid fire is amazing. This time, can we get this opportunity? It's all on you."
"Easy to say, it's up to me."
Chu Chen smiled slightly.
Over the years, he practiced quietly and steadily, and his cultivation was steady and diligent. However, while he was practicing hard, he did not neglect the nourishing and sacrificial exercises [Twelve Seals of the Heavenly Essence Spiritual Inscriptions].
Every time he retreats to practice, he enters the Realm of Dreams, multitasking, nourishing and cultivating various divine seals. After many years of warming and nourishing sacrifices, the spirituality of the "Fire God" in the [Fire Letter Seal] has greatly increased, and its power is now beyond what it used to be.
With this thought, Chu Chen didn't waste any time, he called out the [Fire Letter Seal] and pinched the magic formula with his hands.
Immediately, a ray of fire fell on Chu Chen and Han Chen.
"Old Han, this fire has the ability to avoid fire. It is indestructible to flames and can perfectly blend with the earth's inner fire. As long as you don't encounter the extremely powerful earth's divine fire, you don't need to cast spells to protect yourself. You can use escape techniques at will."
"Wonderful! As expected, you still have great powers."
When Han Chen heard this, he was immediately happy.
The last time he went deep into the sea of fire in the center of the earth, the reason why he was quickly targeted by the ten thousand year monster Fire Toad King was because in order to resist the divine fire in the center of the earth, he made too much noise. Like a torch in the dark night, he was caught by the earth. It is inevitable that the monster in the sea of heart will be aware of it.
As for the superior fire-avoiding bead magic weapon, it is quite precious and may not be available for a while. But now, as soon as Chu Chen takes action, the matter will be solved.
This made Han Chen feel quite emotional. Chu Chen's cultivation level was quickly improved. It was either the Guigu True Tradition or the Lingshan True Tradition. The magical powers he cultivated were really diverse and the methods were too comprehensive.
"call out!"
While talking, the two of them did not delay and each used their escape techniques.
Chu Chen turned into a fire python, and Han Chen turned into a fire bird, and they plunged into the volcanic lava. In the world of fire, the fire is fierce and red.
[Fire Seal]'s fire avoidance technique was very useful, and both of them had excellent escape techniques. They sneaked into the sea of fire silently, and the journey was quite smooth.
They didn't attract the powerful earth-centered fire and sea monsters. They just encountered a group of flame monsters fighting in the middle of the way. The two of them were involved in it, and they wandered around for a while before escaping.
About half an hour later.
Under Han Chen's guidance, the two went deep into the heart of the earth and into the depths of the sea of fire.
This place is no longer the ordinary spiritual fire, but the earth's inner fire that is enough to threaten those with great supernatural powers.
When you get here, even if there are no monsters with great magical powers to attack, it will be extremely difficult for monks with great supernatural powers to come here without superior fire-avoiding skills.
Firstly, it is very stressful to resist the divine fire in the center of the earth. Secondly, the divine consciousness is roasted by the divine fire and it is difficult to release it. for monks
, especially for high-level monks, spiritual consciousness is more important than "eyes" and is an important means to peek into the outside world.
If the outward release of spiritual consciousness is affected, it is equivalent to a mortal being short-sighted or even blind.
Especially in dangerous places, it is quite dangerous.
Han Chen's spiritual consciousness was affected, and the scope of his investigation was greatly reduced.
However, Chu Chen possesses the [Fire Letter Seal] and is empowered by the power of the fire god of heaven and earth. He is deep in the sea of fire in the center of the earth, and the release of his spiritual consciousness has little impact.
Not long after, Chu Chen caught a glimpse of the ten-thousand-year-old monster Fire Toad King that Han Chen had mentioned in the heart of the mountain. It was a cave in the heart of a mountain deep in the sea of fire, with a giant fire toad entrenched there.
The fire toad is huge and three feet tall, like a small volcano. Its skin is covered with gorgeous red flame divine patterns, swallowing the surrounding earth's core divine fire, as if it is the master of this sea of fire, giving people A strong sense of oppression.
Chu Chen looked at the Fire Toad King with his spiritual consciousness and was secretly surprised.
"Old Han, that Fire Toad King's monster is a bit more advanced than me. Fortunately, you escaped in time last time, otherwise it would have been dangerous."
When Han Chen heard this, his heart trembled and he couldn't help but feel worried.
"Ling Xiao, can you deal with it? If not, we have to make long-term plans to avoid losing our lives in vain."
The Fire Toad King is the overlord of this place. With a single thought, he can control the boundless inner fire of the earth and occupy all the geographical advantages, which is extremely terrifying.
"It doesn't matter, let's protect ourselves. Let's see first what kind of treasure this Fire Toad King is guarding!" If Chu Chen didn't have the [Fire Seal] and encountered such a terrifying monster deep in the sea of fire in the center of the earth, he would definitely Back off.
Now that the situation is here, he must take the risk.
With this thought, Chu Chen did not hesitate, and the power of the [Fire Letter Seal] was released, protecting the two of them and getting closer to the Fire Toad King.
Not long after, he stopped five miles outside the Fire Toad King's cave.
It is said to be a cave, but in fact it is a lair of monsters. It is very simple and has no standard formation restrictions in ordinary caves.
When the spiritual consciousness penetrates, the scene in the cave can be seen before the eyes.
Deep in the cave, a three-inch Earth Fire Lotus is in bud, and the endless essence of the Earth Fire is gathering towards the Earth Fire Lotus, constantly nurturing the Fire Lotus.
A look of astonishment immediately appeared on Chu Chen's face, and his face was filled with disbelief.
The Fire Lotus in the Earth's Core is not a rare treasure. From time to time, lucky monks will pick up this treasure in the Sea of Fire in the Earth's Core.
However, this Earth Core Fire Lotus is different.
Its whole body is not the common green, red, blue and purple colors, but is completely golden, blooming with golden light. It does not look like a rare treasure that has grown, but like a golden flower, made of gold, exuding immortality, A breath of solidity.
"I actually met a real Golden Lotus growing in fire!"
Chu Chen was amazed.
"Golden lotus is planted in the fire" is a cryptic phrase in the alchemy world.
The moon hides the jade rabbit, the sun hides the crow, and the tortoise and snake are intertwined. The main aspect is entangled, the life is strong, but the golden lotus can be planted in the fire.
The method of using alchemy to transport energy is generally "catching obstacles and filling them up".
Pull out the Yang Yao in the golden water of Kan and replace the Yin Yao in Lihuo, turning it into a pure Yang Qianxiang. This process is called "golden lotus growing in the fire" by Taoists.
In fact, "golden lotus planted in the fire" refers to the combination of water and fire, the blending of yin and yang, the symbol of immortality, and a metaphor for the inner scene of practice.
However, this time, Chu Chen really saw the scene of "golden lotuses planted in the fire". How could this not surprise him.
"What kind of fire grows golden lotus?"
Han Chen's consciousness was affected by the "Earth's Divine Fire", and its external range was limited. He could not catch a glimpse of the scene in the monster's lair. Hearing Chu Chen's sighs and exclaims, he was extremely surprised.
Chu Chen did not hide anything and told him what he had seen.
Han Chen was also greatly surprised when he heard this, his face full of excitement:
"Ling Xiao, this... this is an immortal treasure with spiritual roots, it's developed."
Chu Chen nodded repeatedly, fully agreeing with Han Chen's words.
The efficacy of this "Fire Sea Golden Lotus" is unknown, but it is obvious that
This is an extremely precious treasure, a true spiritual root fairy treasure.
However, compared to the "Spiritual Root Immortal Treasure", Chu Chen was more interested in the place where the treasure was born. The "golden lotus planted in the fire" can appear in the world out of thin air. It must be the creation of heaven and earth and the beauty of the gods. In other words, this place contains the opportunity of the Great Dao. If one can comprehend it, understand the Great Dao, and gain knowledge of the Alchemy Way, it will have unimaginable benefits.
As soon as he thought of this, Chu Chen didn't waste any time. He fully opened his consciousness and silently used the [Diamond Psychic Sword Technique], and used the Sky Escape Sword Technique to peek around the "Fire Sea Golden Lotus".
After taking a peek, Chu Chen really could vaguely feel the looming avenue of opportunity deep in the cave, and felt that he was in the creation of heaven and earth, and there were countless things.
Not long after, Chu Chen glimpsed a glimmer of life in the depths of the sea of fire filled with destructive power, weak but immortal and continuous.
Unknowingly, the "Golden Lotus" standing proudly in the sea of fire resonated, and the lotus leaves and flowers glowed with golden light.
Strange golden seals floated around the "Sea of Fire and Golden Lotus".
"Ling Xiao, how do we get this spiritual root fairy treasure?"
Han Chen couldn't see the treasure, but he was inexplicably excited and asked questions one after another.
But it is a pity that Chu Chen has not received a response for a long time.
This surprised Han Chen, and he quickly looked sideways, and then a look of astonishment appeared on his face.
There was no other reason. At this moment, Chu Chen entered a mysterious state of enlightenment, as if he was intoxicated. "this."
