enly breaking out in a cold sweat. There was a huge whirlpool ahead on the surface of the water, and the raft was drifting towards the center of the whirlpool. No wonder he had been dreaming about tha...Shen Huo was a man of passion. Upon learning that Qin Sang was also a physical cultivator, his attitude changed drastically. He pulled Qin Sang down and sat beside him, guzzling down the wine from the table and wiping the spilled liquor from his lips.

He had wanted to pat Qin Sang on the shoulder, but for some reason, when he raised his hand, he changed his mind. He slammed his fist on the table and said: "Everyone says that we cultivate the Dragon Tiger Altar is a kind of rough magic! But who knows, manipulating troops and horses, which one is more refreshing than knocking someone down with a single punch! Just because Qingfeng Daochang cultivates the Dragon Tiger Altar, Shen believes in you!"

Shi Xuan tong drank a cup, secretly smiling wryly.

He had known Shen Huo for many years and knew his character. When he met someone who shared the same interests, he considered them a confidant.

Qin Sang's smile didn't diminish, she raised her cup in a toast and drank it down in one gulp.

According to his investigation, the Dragon-Tiger Altar and the Soldier-Horse Altar represent different schools of practice for Taoist disciples in this world.

Besides, there is also a Golden Seal Altar.

A military camp is easy to understand. Taoists summon and raise troops, not only can they deploy formations and be a force of one, but they can also integrate the minds of soldiers and gods, allowing them to share their divine essence and benefit their cultivation.

Taoism calls it the "An Altar of Military Might," which is considered the orthodox tradition within Taoism.

But not every Taoist has the ability to raise troops.

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Whether born into a renowned family, a prestigious sect, or the Two Halls of the Daoist Path, every disciple within a school has a contingent of Dao soldiers at their disposal. Upon receiving their Daoist ordination, each disciple is also provided with troops by their masters and elders.

A dao bing is born and raised in this place, and is extremely loyal to its master. It needs no training and will obey orders without hesitation.

If there are no Daoist disciples to dispatch, one must personally venture out to subdue demons and recruit troops.

Even without mentioning the ability to subdue demons, finding troops that suit oneself would also take a great deal of effort.

Thus, the subjugation of the demonic soldiers was also known as the Five-Raging Army.

As the name suggests, they are unrestrained and wild in nature. Initially, they were just a disorganized mob, incapable of following orders without training. Even after being tamed, they still need to be frequently fed.

The rebel armies that stormed the altars were numerous, with even true cultivators from Danxiao Prefecture falling victim to this type of attack. The difficulty can be imagined.

However, once an army is raised, it not only aids in achieving one's goals but also on the battlefield, deploying formations, large arrays, talismans, and spells with extraordinary power. However, because the foundation and the army are too deeply intertwined, if the army suffers losses, there is a risk of the talisman altar being shaken.

Another way that does not involve raising troops.

...Instead of relying on an army, they would harness the power of celestial phenomena and other external forces to establish their altars. As the Taoist practitioner cultivated their skills, the altar and talismans would merge into a seal, ultimately forging a genuine golden seal....

In Taoism, it is called the Golden Seal of Suppression.

Apart from the two grand halls of Dao Ting, which were wealthy and powerful, other schools had a limited number of Dao soldiers they could support. Besides direct disciples, most disciples formed Golden Seal Altars, but finding the heaven and earth treasures needed to forge these altars was not always easy.

Qin Sang has yet to witness the actions of a Jin Yin Tan cultivator and doesn't know how they perform.

It is said that the two approaches do not conflict, and there are also many people who practice both.

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Regardless of whether it's troops and horses stationed at the altar or magical artifacts cast into it, the purpose is to forge a stable talismans altar, with the altar's stability securing the talisman, serving as a repository for the divine spirit.

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The talisman stabilizes the vital energy, and divine generals protect the mind and spirit.

The third school is the Dragon-Tiger Altar, which is actually a refinement of the flesh and blood, where qi and blood converge, forming the momentum of dragons and tigers, hence its name.

Having cultivated in the Dragon and Tiger Temple, he no longer feared the Qi of the Six Heavens like a tiger. He even intentionally used the Qi to temper his physical body, but still needed to rely on talismans, condensing arrays, and keep in mind the guardian deities of the temple.

No matter which school of thought, preserving one's spirit is essential, only then can one cultivate peace of mind in this world.

Thinking of this, Qin Sang couldn't help but recall the snake demon in his spirit beast bag. The demonic incantations cultivated by the snake demon and the Dragon-Tiger Altar of the Taoist sect gave him a very similar feeling. The only difference was the target of their contemplation.

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Hearing the resentment in Shen Huo's voice, Qin Sang's heart skipped a beat and she guessed the reason.

The information he gleaned corroborated the prevailing sentiment within the Daoist sect: the cultivation realm of martial artists was considered superior to that of cultivators, with the Dragon-Tiger Hall viewed as an inferior institution. This led to the derogatory term "Barbarian Dao" being coined.

“The qi of the past six days permeates everywhere. Those beasts clad in fur and horns frolic like fish in water, allowing them to preen themselves. When will they be able to pacify the demonic kingdom and purge the miasma Since we are born into this world, we should follow the course of heaven. Yet, people remain unyielding and ignorant!”

Shen Huo was indignant and glared at the Shi Xuan siblings with displeasure. He even scolded his two friends.

He didn't believe in any orthodox Taoist traditions, but insisted that the Long Hu Tan was the only true path.

Because he was unrestrained, his voice reached the outside and was heard by the other Taoists. They all showed indignant expressions, but due to Shen Huixiu's seniority and the combat prowess he had just displayed, they did not dare to argue.

Luo Yin was so angry that her lips pouted, but she couldn't think of a retort.

Shi Xuan let out a wry smile and ordered someone to bring over a large jar of fine wine. He pushed it in front of Shen Huo, using the wine to silence him.

"Demons are blessed, naturally suited for power cultivation. We humans lack special bloodlines and have weak physiques. Is it truly easier for us to cultivate in the Dragon-Tiger Terrace compared to others Senior Shen and Daoist Qingfeng experienced countless hardships and obstacles during their cultivation. They should know better than us."

Noticing Shi Xuan's gaze, Qin Sang gave a slight nod but showed no intention of joining the argument.

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Shi Xuan's heart sank with disappointment. She could only comfort Shen Huo alone, speaking until her throat was dry. In the end, she was shut down by a single sentence from Shen Huo.

“You all swore oaths and practiced deeply, claiming to be able to summon celestial soldiers and generals, to serve as troops for the heavenly altar. You also claim to be able to borrow divine power and enhance incantations. Where are these celestial gods now You all offer prayers every day, perform rituals of honoring stars and constellations, and gather Qi to summon spirits. Have you ever received a response You're no different from us; you only have one guardian spirit to protect the altar.”

Shen Huo looked down on him with disdain. Shi Xuan sighed deeply and shook his head repeatedly, too lazy to argue with him.

Then Shen Huo went to talk to Qin Sang.

Qin Sang had long seen that Shen Huo, while appearing rough and unrestrained, was actually meticulous and observant. He carefully guarded true secrets, never revealing even a hint. To think you could confide in him wholeheartedly would be a grave mistake.

However, Shen Huo was ultimately no match for his old cunning. Qin Sang remained unmoved and gleaned a wealth of useful information, particularly about Gu Shanji.

Shen Huo had mingled in the Jian Shan district for many years, and it was there that he met the siblings Shi Xuan.

Gushanchi is located between the Dao Ting and Gui Fang countries, and has always been a battleground for the two forces.

However, after years of continuous fighting, neither side managed to drive the other out of Mount Gishi. Instead, they were both deeply mired in the quagmire of war, planting deep blood feuds between them and losing any possibility of reconciliation.

In recent years, the Heavenly Court and the Demon Ghost Kingdom were in a period of truce, recuperating after the war. However, Shen Hosheng asserted that this peace would not last long, as both sides were undoubtedly preparing for another conflict.

History is a lesson. Even if the Wano Country regains Onigashima, the war won't stop, and vice versa.

Even during peacetime, Kuzan is not short of ruthlessness.

Both sides are stationed here, with open and secret struggles never ceasing. Legalism and Meritocracy, among others, emerged as a result.

However, unlike the Dao Men's hinterland, there is another force in Guishan called Yin Tian Gong within the Dao Court. It is said to be able to vie with the two courtyards of the Dao Court.

Speaking of the Yintiangong, Shen Huo was also full of admiration, "Shen admires the fellow cultivators of Yintiangong the most. They are rooted in Jushan, taking subduing demons and slaying monsters as their duty, never thinking of enjoying themselves peacefully, fighting with demons and monsters every day!"

Its full name is the Zhou Jue Yin Tian Palace, and outsiders usually call it Yin Tian Palace. The name comes from the six Heavenly Palaces in Daoist legends.

It is said that the Northern Dipper governs Fengdu Ghost City, which is the pivot of the nine realms. It has six Heavenly Palaces, and the Absolute Yin Heavenly Palace is the first among them.

Qin Sang had heard the name Yintian Palace before. When Shen Huo mentioned it, she listened attentively.

For Qin Sang, the more power there was in Shijili, the better. The more chaotic the situation, the easier it was to fish in troubled waters.

A few people chatted and laughed as the official boat sailed past several checkpoints.

Shi Xuan and the others did not mention Fa Zhao's contents, and Qin Sang did not ask any further questions.

After getting acquainted, several people briefly exchanged their skills to facilitate cooperation later.

Qin Sang naturally regarded himself as a cultivator of the physical body, with all his supernatural powers residing within himself.

When they reached the last pass on the river, the official boats dared not proceed any further. At this point, besides the soldiers and officials, there were only four of them left on board.

"The road ahead will be treacherous, everyone, please be careful."

Shi Xuan rose to his feet first and stepped out of the cabin.

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With cultivation in hand, Qin Sang and the others followed Shi Xuan as they leaped into the air and flew across the river surface. They sped along the bank for a while before landing on land.

Before one's eyes, there is a desolate landscape.

In fact, since the change of official ships, the scenery on both sides of the Yangtze River gradually deteriorated.

The strength of the Dao Court is ultimately limited, and it's impossible to station experts at all times to prevent demon and ghost attacks. When necessary, those territories can be temporarily abandoned.

The crowd climbed over mountains and crossed ridges for several days. Ahead, the mountain range stretched endlessly, with treacherous mountains and perilous waters everywhere.

Shi Xuan leaped onto a hilltop and, after surveying the area, turned back to warn, "Contain your aura. Remember not to fly in the open air. Without cover, you'll be easily noticed by demons and ghosts who may set ambushes beforehand."

This is mainly directed at Qin Sang.

Although Shen Huo had a fiery temper, he didn't show any disrespect at the moment.

I didn't expect entering Gu Shanji to be so cautious. After asking in detail, I learned that Dao Ting and the Kingdom of Demon Ghosts confronted each other in the middle of Gu Shanji, where Dao Ting Immortals and a large army were stationed, which was the safest place.

It is in these remote areas that one might encounter wandering demonic soldiers from the Ghost Kingdom. Should such an encounter occur, it would be a battle for life and death.

It's either you die or I die!

Qin Sang readily accepted the kindness, selecting a suit of armor from the thousands of pieces on display and putting it on.

Shi Xuan couldn't help but glance at him twice, but he didn't pursue the matter. He signaled everyone to stop and said to Qin Sang, "Brother Dao is so patient. I haven't revealed the contents of the summoning talisman until now, and Brother Dao can bear to not ask and walk with us for so long."

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Qin Sang smiled faintly, “Since all of you have revealed the summons and invited me, a poor monk, you must not expect anything beyond my capabilities. When the time comes, we will know. Why bother with so much talk”

Shen Huo greeted with a "hello".

Shi Xuan cast Qin Sang a deep look. “Fellow Daoist, it is our honor that you trust us. However, the Daoist sect is not comprised solely of virtuous individuals; there are also rogues who engage in acts of greed and murder. The current chaotic state of affairs has made it a breeding ground for corruption. If the Dao Court were to launch a purge, even those who have betrayed to the Netherworld Kingdom could be among them. Fellow Daoist, please be vigilant.”

"Thank you for your kindness."

Qin Sang bowed in greeting.

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Seeing Qin Sang had no arrogance, Shi Xuan secretly nodded and said, "To be frank with you, Daoist friend, this time the North Pole Exorcism Academy summoned us to launch an expedition, destroy the mountain temples, and eradicate several evil gods!"

"Fell the mountains and destroy the temples"

Qin Sang was taken aback, subconsciously remembering the mountain and land gods under Dao Ting's rule.

The origins of these deities, Qin Sang still hadn't figured out. Shi Xuan came from the Jiuhua Cave Heaven, and Qin Sang had thought he might know more. He had casually inquired, but even Shi Xuan couldn't explain it. All he knew was that the Mountain God, Earth God, City God, and Hill God were all appointed by the Daoist Court.

But the legendary celestial soldiers and generals are even more mysterious, as Shen Huo said, worldly cultivators only know how to protect the altar gods and generals, but have not seen the celestial beings manifest.

The Evil God...

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Qin Sang mused inwardly, such a correspondence, the Daoist decree must have been for the genuine deity.

He raised his head and looked around at the surrounding mountains.

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After entering Mount Gu, Qin Sang never discovered the whereabouts of the Mountain God and Land Spirit.

However, Shen Huo once said that in the central part of Mount Jiushan, the territory occupied by Dao Ting, there are deities granted titles by Dao Ting. During the conflict with the Oni Kingdom, these deities could play a significant role.

As they spoke, Shi Xuan flicked his finger, shooting out a point of yellow light that expanded before everyone into a talisman.

Fa Zhao exists in the form of talismans. Inside are simple introductions to this mission, as well as a map of geomancy.

However, the Feng Shui map is very rudimentary and only serves to indicate direction.

There were no markings along the way to indicate any dangers, and with samurai and oni roaming freely, the situation changed every day. They needed to be careful and vigilant themselves, but luckily, this time the target wasn't too far away.

“From here, head east to the vicinity of that wicked temple. Then, carefully follow the path,” Shen Huo said after reading it, pointing forward with a flourish.

Shi XuanDaoed a word, as well as putting away the yellow talisman, and called on everyone to set off.

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The journey was safe and uneventful.

In a mountainous region, four people gathered together, looking at a Feng Shui map to determine directions and finally confirming their target.

“Right ahead, less than five hundred miles! What kind of demon god dares to build a temple here and eat Dao Ye with one sword!”

Shen Huo shouldered a heavy sword, his killing intent soaring as he charged forward.

The others followed closely behind.

As they neared the Devil's Temple, to everyone's surprise, they found that the ghosts here were different from anywhere else. They lived in houses and formed a village.

They stopped outside a village, seeing that the villagers, though still somewhat animalistic, had learned basic manners and were cultivating the land around their homes.

In front of the village, there was a flattened circular plaza, on which stood a stone statue.

Although crude, the carving depicts a creature with the head of a fox and the body of a human.

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