Rebirth of Nezha in the Investiture of the Gods

How could Feng Xiao not understand his little schemes? He was merely afraid that Kong Xuan would return to seize power. But with Kong Xuan's level of strength, how could he possibly concern himself with the trifling Phoenix clan?

"Since the Parasol Wood has already been taken, we shall take our leave!"

"Good!"

"Thank you, Great Elder, for your hospitality!"

The many practitioners of Fire Daoist Skills, led by the artifact refining Grandmaster surnamed Lin, also began to bid farewell one after another.

"Forgive me for the inadequate hospitality. I hope you all will not take offense. The Phoenix clan has faced a sudden mishap, and I request for your understanding!"

As the leader of his clan, Feng Xiao maintained a graceful composure, speaking with a smile as though nothing had just occurred.

Meanwhile, Kong Xuan, carrying Li Mingzhu and Luo Xuan, traveled eastward. As a Quasi-Saint, he ignored the Rules of Heaven and Earth and quickly brought both of them into a certain valley.

The valley was nameless, but its concentration of Five Elements Qi and Yin Yang Qi was exceedingly dense.

Could it be the birthplace of Kong Xuan and the Great Roc?

Li Mingzhu pondered silently. However, since Kong Xuan did not mention it, he naturally wouldn't ask too many questions.

Kong Xuan released Li Mingzhu and Luo Xuan, as well as the Parasol Wood. Seeing the nearly withered state of the Parasol Wood, Kong Xuan's expression grew noticeably solemn.

To say he didn't care about the Phoenix clan would be false. If he truly didn't care, he wouldn't have returned.

If he truly didn't care, he wouldn't have taken the Parasol Wood with him.

Kong Xuan had taken the Parasol Wood intending to leverage the Yin Yang Five Elements Qi of this location to try and restore it. However, he also recalled the Great Elder's parting words, which led him to bring Li Mingzhu along.

"Uncle-Master Kong Xuan, the withering of this Parasol Wood is not due to the rampant excess of Nanming Lihuo, but because its essence has already been entirely consumed!"

Li Mingzhu stepped forward and informed Kong Xuan. From the moment they reached Nanli Volcano, Li Mingzhu had already discerned the issue with the Parasol Wood through his Spiritual Eye.

"Indeed so. How laughable that those fools in the Phoenix clan thought they could restore the Parasol Wood with Fire Daoist Skills. Were they not simply pushing it closer to destruction? Continue!"

Kong Xuan scoffed coldly, clearly filled with disdain for the Phoenix clan's methods. Yet his gaze softened as it turned toward Li Mingzhu.

Since Li Mingzhu could pinpoint the problem, it might mean he truly had the ability to restore the Parasol Wood. If it could be saved, why not grant him a fortuitous encounter in return?

"Although the Parasol Wood is a fire-aligned Innate Spirit Root, it also belongs to the wood element. To replenish its essence, nothing in the vast Primordial World would be more effective than the Three Light Divine Water!"

Li Mingzhu smiled as he explained. The Three Light Divine Water was extremely hard to come by, but Li Mingzhu just so happened to have two drops in his possession. This was precisely why he was so confident.

"But aside from Ci Hang of the Chan Sect, only the Saints have access to the Three Light Divine Water. Could it be that Nephew possesses some?"

Kong Xuan, being astute, quickly deduced that if Li Mingzhu mentioned it, he likely had it. Still, he decided to confirm.

"Absolutely. Not long ago, I petitioned the Nuwa Palace and obtained five drops of Three Light Divine Water. Three drops were used to benefit the North Sea; two drops remain!"

Li Mingzhu spoke frankly. Helping Kong Xuan was undoubtedly more rewarding than aiding the Phoenix clan, even without receiving a Spiritual Treasure in return.

After all, this was forging a karmic bond with an invincible force under the Saints!

With this bond, in future crises, Kong Xuan would surely not stand idly by. Not to mention, there was also the camaraderie between the Jie Sect disciples!

"Nephew, cast your spell. Should the Parasol Wood revive, this poor Daoist will certainly not let your efforts go unrewarded!"

For Kong Xuan, saying the words "thank you" was impossible, but his promise was already sufficient.

"Very well!"

Li Mingzhu agreed, producing two drops of Three Light Divine Water, which he directed toward the Parasol Wood.

Meanwhile, Luo Xuan watched, puzzled. Why had Li Mingzhu suddenly changed his temperament? Earlier, in the Phoenix clan, he hadn't acted like this at all!

No matter how formidable Uncle-Master Kong Xuan was, it shouldn't have driven him to be this generous!

The Three Light Divine Water was an invaluable treasure, capable not only of transforming all things but also of serving as an Innate Spiritual Treasure on its own.

Two drops of Three Light Divine Water might not equal the best-grade Spiritual Treasures, but they could easily rival high-grade Innate Spiritual Treasures. It was well-known that Ci Hang of the Chan Sect had gained her current prestige thanks to three drops of Three Light Divine Water.

Holding three drops of Three Light Divine Water allowed her to contend against even the most exceptional-grade Spirit Treasures!

The Two drops of Three Light Divine Water descended upon the Parasol Wood. Moments later, the previously withered Parasol Wood began to radiate vitality, growing even stronger than it had been in its prime.

The unparalleled efficacy of the Three Light Divine Water made it the quintessential restorative for anything belonging to the wood element.

Later generations would record that Ci Hang—later known as Guanyin Bodhisattva—had used just a trace of the Three Light Divine Water to revive Zhen Yuanzi's Ginseng Fruit Tree. This clearly demonstrated its potency!

Now, with two full drops nourishing the Parasol Wood, while it might not surpass the top ten Innate Spirit Roots, it was certainly not far behind.

"Good! Good! Good!"

Kong Xuan exclaimed "good" three times, a clear indication of his joy.

"Mission accomplished!"

Li Mingzhu clasped his hands and smiled. Gaining a connection with Kong Xuan was worth far more than two drops of Three Light Divine Water.

"You have revived the Parasol Wood. Since I said there would be a great reward, I will absolutely keep my word!"

"Rise!"

With a commanding shout, Kong Xuan stirred the valley's Yin and Yang energies into turbulence!

Though Kong Xuan and the Great Roc had absorbed the core essence of Innate Five Elements Qi and Innate Yin Yang Qi, other forms of creation remained in the valley. The Innate Yin Yang Five Elements Qi, inherently extraordinary, had already birthed new Spiritual Treasures.

Amidst the roiling Yin Yang Five Elements Qi, two phoenixes cried out. Yet, upon closer inspection, one was unmistakably Kong Xuan, and the other the Great Roc!

Li Mingzhu and Luo Xuan stood dumbfounded. Such a display! Even if these were not supreme-grade Spiritual Treasures, they were undoubtedly close.

"If not now, then when?" Kong Xuan's voice snapped Li Mingzhu out of his stupor.

At the call, Li Mingzhu leaped forward, his entire aura surging with domineering intent!

It might be two high-grade Spiritual Treasures, but even the best Spiritual Treasures could only submit to Li Mingzhu.

Hovering midair, Li Mingzhu advanced slowly. With every step, the Yin Yang Five Elements Qi dissipated slightly!

If it were pure Innate Five Elements Qi like at the time of Kong Xuan's birth, Li Mingzhu might feel some trepidation. But this diluted Yin Yang Five Elements Qi was laughably weak!

Stepping Heaven, claiming the treasures!

At this moment, Li Mingzhu exuded an aura of absolute dominance, like an emperor patrolling the heavens, compelling endless reverence in all who beheld him.

Watching Li Mingzhu's imposing demeanor, Kong Xuan was deep in thought. No wonder Wudang Senior Sister and Duobao Senior Brother valued him so highly—he was indeed extraordinary.

Though he had already found Li Mingzhu impressive before, it was nothing compared to the shock he now felt.