Just then, Tao Qian saw the nine turtle dragon heads burrowing down in unison, hissing at him:
"Slow down, Spirit Treasure Cultivator. As a chief disciple of Duobao True Monarch, how can you resort to such tricks?"
"Shouldn't you reclaim this Water Mansion through a fair fight with me, Jiushou, and decide the ownership after determining the stronger party?"
The treasures before him were numerous, all constituting resources for cultivation.
Yet Tao Qian didn't even glance at them and merely formed a Dharma Seal with his hand and beckoned.
A Spirit Light flew out from the messy Dragon Nest, disappearing into the Ascending Immortal Token in an instant.
At that moment, Tao Qian knew he had officially taken control of Ascending Immortal Island, the Outer Mansion Small Prohibition of the Spiritual Resonance Water Mansion, leaving only the Inner Mansion Great Prohibition to reclaim one-third of Ascending Immortal Island.
It was then that the hiss of the Alligator Dragon came.
Tao Qian turned and declared loudly:
"Mr. Jiushou invites a battle, and Tao Qian accepts."
"Please wait a moment for me to retrieve the Mystic Netherworld True Water Meridian Suppression Great Prohibition from the mansion before we discuss the Dao."
"There is no need for you to be offended, for I, Tao Qian, am fair and aboveboard, and I will certainly not use Forbidden Techniques to harm you."
"A fair fight to determine the stronger and weaker!"
Having said this, Tao Qian turned around, taking the Mermaid with him, and headed for the Inner Mansion.
Soon enough, ahead appeared a layer of crystal-clear water film, seemingly delicate as gossamer, and through the water film, one could see the fresh and elegant scenery of an Immortal's Cave Mansion, with walls of White Jade, steps of Green Jade, decorated with Purple Jade and Coral, and Crystal Stones serving as door curtains, carving glaze on the emerald lintels, and adorning amber on the rainbow beams...
Indeed, it was a sight to make one's spirit refreshed; it made one yearn to dwell within it to enjoy the blessings of immortality.
This is exactly what the Nine-headed Turtle Dragon had been yearning for many years.
Unfortunately, the Inner Mansion prohibition was genuinely formidable, and despite many years of study, it had failed to break through the obstacle.
If it managed to enter and take control of the "Mystic Netherworld True Water Meridian Suppression Great Prohibition," then more than just this great marsh would belong to it.
Even Ice Pot Mountain, one of the three Immortal Mountains, would fall into its grasp.
To be more precise, the Great Prohibition actually controlled the water veins of Ascending Immortal Island.
Even though the Nine-headed Turtle Dragon knew all along that even though Yunhua Immortal had neglected Ascending Immortal Island due to Xie Lingji's death,
But since the Ascending Immortal Token was always in her hands, meaning there was always awareness, in other words, unless Yunhua Immortal permits, no one can break through that layer of water film to take control of Water Vein Restriction.
But how can it rest content without trying?
So for many years, the Nine-headed Turtle Dragon had been striving, even begging Yunhua Immortal to take him as a registered disciple.
Sadly, it never got its wish.
But now, that seemingly inexperienced little Daoist, by merely showing the "Ascending Immortal Token," had managed to directly break in.
The water film that had blocked him for years did not even put up a fight.
The Nine-headed Turtle Dragon felt at that moment its Dao Heart also shattered somewhat.
"Spirit Treasure Ancestor above, is there no justice in this world?"
"I, Jiushou, have been managing this place for many years, investing so much effort, and barely managed to control the Outer Mansion Small Prohibition."
"This child arrives, and both the inner and outer premises belong to him, without any obstacle or test?"
Naming itself Jiushou, the Alligator Dragon Great Demon, which was steadfast in its Dao Path, indeed harbored thoughts of collapse at this moment.
Its nine fierce heads rose in unison, emitting a hiss both sorrowful and enraged.
Instantly, it seemed the entire Ascending Immortal Island descended into torrential rain.
The pouring rain calmed the Alligator Dragon somewhat.
After all, it was a Great Demon who had cultivated for many years, and its mind soon recovered, even growing a bit more.
Matters it couldn't understand before, now it faintly grasped, thinking to itself:
"I was indeed too naïve in the past; the Spirit Treasure Sect truly 'teaches without discrimination,' but it first requires the 'teaching' to be realized."
"Although I occupied this place, I also managed the water veins and earned numerous conveniences and resources for cultivation; after all, it was I, Jiushou, who profited more."
"Had I had a master early on, I might have established the name of Dragon Marsh."
"But I have been looking forward and backward over the years, only caring about enjoying the power, living carefree, and begging Fairy Yunhua to admit me to her gates was just to take advantage, no wonder the fairy refused me, just telling me to fend for myself."
"Now, have I and these subordinates of mine become the test for this Spirit Treasure Disciple with a significant background?"
"Albeit the child's cultivation is lacking, he did not hesitate to use mundane strategies and Demon Path methods, and just like that, he easily snatched the prohibited technique from my guard; where does Jiushou have any dignity to invite him to battle?"
"Trouble, trouble, if that child gets his hands on the prohibition, and the Mystic Netherworld True Water suppresses my Turtle Dragon's body, is there any chance of survival?"
"Flee, quickly escape from this place, find another Immortal Island, offer up all resources, beg the Spirit Treasure Immortal Master to accept me as a disciple; though suffering a loss for the time being, there is still hope for my Dao Path."
It's a case of once a single thought is clarified, all thoughts become clear.
Having thought through all the reasons, the Nine-headed Turtle Dragon, though still heartbroken, made up its mind.
That moment, it didn't even spare a glance for the Dragon Marsh Water Mansion, controlling the wind, thunder, clouds, and mist, lifting its heavy Alligator Dragon body, ignoring its subordinates, and trying to break through the clouds, leaving Ascending Immortal Island.
But just then, exactly at this moment,
In front of it abruptly appeared a Crystal Demon Girl, standing atop the clouds, hands on her hips, glaring at it with cold brows.
Beside the girl stood a green-haired Wild Demon that made him very uncomfortable, eyeing him as if looking at food.
"Little girl, please move aside, your master has already reclaimed the Water Mansion by scheming, and I, Jiushou, admit defeat."
"I'll let the Water Mansion return to its rightful owner, and Jiushou will find another place to settle down."
"Don't you block me, otherwise, don't blame me for devouring you both in one gulp."
Before Jiushou could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Zhong Doudou.