Chapter 132: The Righteous Path of the Mortal World

Fairy Jiuxiao, Daoist Qingxu, Yan Chixia, and She Meier were both shocked and delighted to hear this. They were shocked that this seemingly tranquil ancient ruin had been the site of so many perilous instances of frenzied looting and tragic demise. They were delighted that the ancient immortal’s avatar intended to use a "Teleportation Array" to send them out of the ruins, allowing them to depart without the slightest effort. To be honest, the "Seal" and the "Veil of Light" at the entrance had been truly troublesome.

At that moment, the avatar of the ancient immortal suddenly asked, "Do you know why I intend to use a Teleportation Array to send you out?"

Before Fairy Jiuxiao, Daoist Qingxu, or Yan Chixia could speak, She Meier could not help but ask, "Why?"

The ancient immortal’s avatar replied, "Because after you broke through the 'Seal' and the 'Veil of Light' at the entrance of this ruin, they restored themselves with double the magical power. With your current cultivation levels, if I were to stand by and watch, you would never be able to leave this place."

Fairy Jiuxiao, Daoist Qingxu, Yan Chixia, and She Meier all gasped in shock upon hearing this. Fairy Jiuxiao then bowed in gratitude, saying, "Many thanks for your assistance, Immortal!"

"It is only right," the avatar replied. "Now, I shall use the Teleportation Array to send you out. Step out of the stone chamber and stand together."

Following these instructions, they immediately exited the stone chamber and stood together, brimming with excitement. Suddenly, a beam of light descended from above, enveloping them, and with a flash of golden radiance, they vanished without a trace.

"Ah!" She Meier cried out in surprise. Upon opening her eyes, she saw that she, Yan Chixia, Fairy Jiuxiao, and Daoist Qingxu were standing safely on the highest point of the Mysterious Island. Overjoyed, she exclaimed, "It’s wonderful! Master, Yan Chixia, Elder Qingxu, we are all out!"

"Hehehe..." Fairy Jiuxiao could not help but smile. "We are out; the outside world is truly beautiful!"

"Indeed!" Daoist Qingxu added, in high spirits. "Our journey was not in vain; we have achieved our goal perfectly. It is truly wonderful!"

Yan Chixia added enthusiastically, "Master, now that we have obtained new cultivation resources, I shall practice the Righteous Path of humanity even more diligently upon our return!"

"Correct!" Daoist Qingxu nodded heavily. "The Righteous Path of humanity is of paramount importance! Danzi, you must always remember that we are practitioners of the righteous path. You must remain steadfast in your cultivation, for only the Righteous Path of humanity is the foundation upon which we stand invincible!"

"Well said," Fairy Jiuxiao remarked with deep feeling. "If we had not practiced the Righteous Path today, and had instead acted like those immoral cultivators who looted every resource in the ruins with insatiable greed... we likely would have perished ourselves."

It was now the third quarter of the Yin hour. The bright moon in the sky was still shining brilliantly, illuminating the Mysterious Island clearly. The vast sea was beginning to rise, with endless waves rushing toward the shore one after another, crashing against the reefs and producing a rhythmic, surging sound that stirred the heart.

Halfway up the mountain on the Mysterious Island, the "Sea Soul Beast," which had been firmly pinned in place by Fairy Jiuxiao’s "Soul-Locking Ring," lay motionless within the "Umbrella-Shaped Barrier."

Seeing this, Fairy Jiuxiao flicked her wrist, dispelling the barrier, and then gestured once more to recall the "Soul-Locking Ring," storing it away in her storage space.

"Roar!" Freed and with its soul power restored, the Sea Soul Beast let out a thunderous roar, leaped up, and fled toward the churning sea. In an instant, it was submerged in the surging waters.

Fairy Jiuxiao retracted her gaze and smiled slightly at Daoist Qingxu. "Daoist Qingxu, it was a pleasure working with you! Our trip to the Mysterious Island has achieved our intended goals. Let us part ways here and continue on our own paths."

"Very well," Daoist Qingxu replied sonorously. "Elder Jiuxiao, ever since we returned from the land of 'Tianhuang,' I have received your guidance many times. Words cannot express my gratitude, but I shall keep it in my heart! If the Elder ever has need of me in the future, I shall gladly obey, even at the cost of my life!"

"Hehe," Fairy Jiuxiao chuckled. "You are too kind, Daoist. If there are similar opportunities in the future, I shall certainly cooperate with you again. Meier, let us go."

"Yes, Master," She Meier replied brightly. "Goodbye, Elder Qingxu, Yan Chixia!"

With that, she and Fairy Jiuxiao utilized the "Clear Wind Dispersion" technique to depart from the Mysterious Island. Daoist Qingxu then employed his "Flash-Step" technique, carrying Yan Chixia toward the Qingxu Temple on Mount Zhongnan.

***

Mount Zhongnan, Qingxu Temple.

Although it was already late into the night, Bai Xiaoyue, Tu Xiaomeng, and Song Ta'er had not yet rested. The three sat around a table in Tu Xiaomeng’s room, facing the flickering sesame oil lamp, chatting about the journey of Daoist Qingxu and Yan Chixia to the Mysterious Island.

"Sister Bai, how do you think Master and Brother Yan are doing now?" Tu Xiaomeng asked. "Have they already entered the ancient ruins with Elder Jiuxiao and Sister Meier?"

Bai Xiaoyue looked out the open window at the bright moon in the sky before returning her gaze to Tu Xiaomeng. "Xiaomeng, logically speaking, they should have entered the ancient ruins long ago. If all went well, they should have already harvested all the cultivation resources!"

"Really?" Song Ta'er asked immediately. "Sister Bai, when do you think Master and Brother Yan will be back?"

"I cannot say for sure," Bai Xiaoyue replied. Seeing the concern on Song Ta'er’s golden face, she quickly comforted him. "Song Ta'er, do not worry! Although I cannot say exactly when they will return, I believe they will be back very soon!"

"That's right!" Tu Xiaomeng said, suddenly growing excited. "Sister Bai, I guarantee that Brother Yan and Master will bring back many, many cultivation resources from this trip to the Mysterious Island!"

"Indeed," Bai Xiaoyue nodded. "That goes without saying..."

Before she could finish her sentence, Yan Chixia’s voice suddenly rang out from outside: "Sister, Xiaomeng, Song Ta'er, you haven't rested yet? Master and I have returned!"

Hearing this, Bai Xiaoyue, Tu Xiaomeng, and Song Ta'er were overjoyed and immediately rushed outside to welcome Yan Chixia and Daoist Qingxu.