Facing the five Taiyi Xuanxian, Chu Di remained calm and composed, cupping his fists and saying, "Chu Di greets the five seniors."
His greeting left Master Xiaotian at a loss for words.
If they couldn't understand Chu Di's identity, they could still treat him with the respect due to a senior. But once they figured out the key to the matter, how could they remain calm?
"Young Master Chu was already a formidable figure in the Star River five hundred years ago. His skill with a single pistol was unparalleled. At such a young age, he had already reached the cultivation level of an immortal. We five old fellows still often marvel at Young Master Chu's talent."
Chu Di smiled without saying a word. To Yunxiao Palace, these people were dispensable; as long as they were presentable enough, that was fine.
Cao Zhengchun had no disciples, and among his three generations of disciples, he only had more contact with Chu Di. Although he and the Sweeper Monk did not get along, Chu Di always treated him with respect and was very efficient in handling any tasks he was asked to do. Therefore, Cao Zhengchun was still able to trust him.
In addition, Chu Di was very good at interpersonal relationships. He immediately addressed him as "Uncle-Master," which touched Cao Zhengchun's heart. This made Cao Zhengchun treat Chu Di no differently than he would his own disciple.
"Tell me your thoughts. Do you have a strategy to defeat the enemy?"
Chu Di put away his folding fan, slowly walked to the center of the main hall, and pondered for a moment before asking, "Uncle-Master, have you ever been to the Dark Forest?"
"Of course I've been there. Apart from five fools fighting for the so-called Taiyi Golden Immortal Secret Realm for 100,000 years, there's nothing particularly remarkable about it."
"Hehe, Master Uncle, don't forget that the Dark Forest has many secret realms, and most of these secret realms contain immortal crystal mines."
"Isn't that obvious? Nobody can find the secret realm until the time is right, so what's the point of saying this now?"
“Master Uncle, just because you can’t find them doesn’t mean you can’t find those five Golden Immortals. You have to understand that they have been in the Dark Forest for 100,000 years. Immortal Crystals are useless to them. If you can negotiate a good deal with them, you can not only get them to come and help you, but you might also be able to obtain a map of the Dark Forest’s secret realms. Wouldn’t that be killing two birds with one stone?”
"Hmm, that's a good idea. Those five good-for-nothings may be trash, but they are still Golden Immortals. Bringing them over to deal with their subordinates is enough."
"What incentives does Master Uncle plan to use to lure them?"
"Bribery? If they don't obey, they'll die. Why bother negotiating with them?"
Chu Di shook his head and said, "Master Uncle, force can only subdue people temporarily, not in the long run."
"That's enough for now. As long as we manage to outmaneuver them this time, we'll switch from offense to defense, hold our ground, and wait until the Palace Master awakens. I have a feeling that the Palace Master will emerge from seclusion soon."
"I see. So this is basically the final battle. Master Uncle, in that case, I am willing to personally go to the Dark Forest to persuade the five Golden Immortals to ensure that nothing goes wrong."
“Yes, I will move you to where they are.”
Cao Zhengchun's right hand shone brightly, and several jade talismans appeared in his palm.
"This jade talisman contains several of my sword energies, which can ensure your safety."
"Thank you, Master Uncle!"
The dark forest was filled with gas clouds, the starlight was dim, and the air was thick with the smell of destruction.
This is because tens of millions of years ago, a great war at the level of Taiyi Golden Immortals broke out in the Taiyi Starfield. Millions of powerful immortals fought there, which led to the shattering of the Taiyi Starfield and the formation of the Dark Forest.
Chu Di was not interested in these things. Their palace master, Meng Fan, was a Da Luo level figure. Even if all the great powers from ancient times were resurrected, they wouldn't be enough for Meng Fan to crush with one hand.
At this moment, he was surrounded by a sword formation, which isolated him from the destructive aura around him. As long as no one stronger than him could make a move, Cao Zhengchun's jade talisman could last for a hundred years, so he used it without any hesitation.
The enemy from Chu acted recklessly, heading straight for the area with the strongest aura of destruction not far away.
As soon as he appeared, the five figures stopped what they were doing, having all noticed him.
These five individuals—a man, a woman, a burly man, a Taoist, and a Buddha—were all powerful Golden Immortals, standing at the pinnacle of the entire universe.
One of the burly men with fierce eyes spoke up: "How could a mere Immortal not be afraid of the destructive energy here and still make it this far?"
A handsome young man in the distance scoffed disdainfully.
"Long Ju, have I knocked your brains out? Didn't you see that kid was teleported here using some great supernatural power?"
"Mingyan, you pretty boy, all you're good at is talking. You haven't managed to win over Fairy Jingyi all these years. You're a disgrace to us men."
"Hmph, Long Ju, if you can't speak properly, then shut up. Women are no less capable than men like you."
As they spoke, the mist churned and parted to make way for a figure that slowly emerged from within.
Her appearance was absolutely stunning, like a fairy who had stepped out of a painting. Her skin was as white as snow, and her jade-carved face exuded a chilling aura that made people dare not easily defile her.
She was none other than the Fairy Jingyi that Longju had mentioned.
Beneath Jingyi's high, straight nose, her lips curved slightly upward, revealing a subtle smile that exuded a cold elegance and confidence, as if she were already accustomed to this superior demeanor.
Her hair cascaded down her shoulders like a waterfall, gently brushing against her fair skin, as smooth as silk. Her eyes were bright as stars, with a deep and mysterious power in them, as if they could see through people's souls to their inner desires and fears.
The other four people around her seemed to pale in comparison; her beauty and nobility were impossible to ignore.
It could be said that Jingyi's existence was a kind of demonstration, showing people what true elegance and nobility are. Every movement she made, every smile, was full of confidence and charm, drawing people in effortlessly.
"Amitabha Buddha, form is emptiness, emptiness is form..."
"Giggle."
Jingyi's silvery laughter rang out, and her phoenix eyes looked at the old monk Zhichang.
“Every time I appear before Master Zhichang, he chants Buddhist mantras. Am I really that beautiful?”
Seeing Zhichang's humiliation, the old Taoist priest beside him also spoke up, "Perhaps Master Zhichang has not yet reached the state of being without roots or forms. Palace Master Jingyi, it would be best not to challenge the old monk's bottom line."
Zhichang glanced at the old Taoist priest indifferently and said expressionlessly, "Taoist Master, you are not familiar with Buddhism, how could you understand what the state of being without roots and without form is?"
That means if you don't practice Buddhism, then stop barking here.
Dao Zongzi's face was grim, and he seemed about to make a move.
Just as the two were about to make their move and the three were watching the show, Chu Di's figure finally appeared not far from them.
In the blink of an eye, he had already grasped the situation on the field and immediately said, "Junior Chu Di of the Bright Star River greets the five seniors. It is truly an honor to meet five Golden Immortals today. Chu Di bows to you all here."
After speaking, he made a gesture with both hands, raising them above his head. This is the highest level of etiquette in Taoism when meeting the patriarch, which is considered to give them ample face.
Seeing that Chu Di was treated with great courtesy and etiquette, Dao Zongzi asked, "Which branch of Taoism are you a descendant of?"
The group usually wouldn't bother with someone at the Immortal Realm, but seeing Chu Di surrounded by sword energy and sensing that the energy within was no less than theirs, they allowed Chu Di to say a few more words.
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