Just as the sound of the phoenix cry echoed across the Shuangfeng Mountain Range, the surrounding auspicious energy and rosy glow intensified to a point, cascading toward Phoenix Nest Mountain like a waterfall.
In the mountain forest, countless forces of vitality blossomed, as if the earth was returning to spring, nourishing Phoenix Nest Mountain and the Shuangfeng Mountain Range, visibly condensing the enchanting aura of the mountains, blowing over the land like a spring breeze.
"The Mountain God has truly awakened!"
At this moment inside the cave, Bai Niao'Er, watching the scene, began to flutter joyfully.
Within the cave, a flash of seven-colored light passed by, and immediately a beautiful woman in seven-colored feather attire, with an elegant figure and a slender waist like a flowing stream, appeared inside the cave.
She seemed to be the embodiment of the mountains' spiritual beauty, and the intense vibrant colors in her phoenix eyes cast a splendid glow upon the world.
A beauty surpassing all others, unmatched in elegance!
"A Divine Dao being?"
Seeing this scene, Bai Xianyin frowned, a bit of disappointment in her eyes.
"Still couldn't restore the True Phoenix Body!"
Upon hearing this, the Feng Ling Ghost King glanced over and spoke softly.
"With a Ghost God Body, how could I resurrect easily? Gaining a part of the phoenix essence is already a fortune beyond belief. Feng Ling won't force it!"
The Feng Ling Ghost King appeared serene at this moment, though a hint of regret lingered in her eyes. The essence from the phoenix feather could only cleanse her foundational essence, refining impurities, yet it failed to allow her a complete nirvana.
Transforming from death to rebirth!
Many things, once lost, are hard to regain.
She would have to find a way to reconstruct the Phoenix Body in the future.
Now that her Phoenix Soul was whole, coupled with that single phoenix feather, there was still a chance to undergo nirvana again and reforge the Phoenix Body.
Her heart brimmed with endless joy, yet the Feng Ling Ghost King respectfully bowed to the two individuals.
"Feng Ling thanks the two brothers for their assistance!"
"Especially Brother Zhang, for helping without holding past grudges; Feng Ling is infinitely grateful!"
At this moment, the Mountain God respectfully performed a bow, and Zhang Jian quickly helped her up.
"Mountain God, please don't do this. It's due to your own deep fortune, and it's because of your close little demon's sincere persuasion that we could stop in time!"
Zhang Jian pointed to the embarrassed Bai Niao'Er nearby.
The Feng Ling Ghost King glanced at the shy Bai Niao'Er with a smile in her phoenix eyes.
In fact, she had heard the dialogue between Zhang Jian and Bai Xianyin.
She was very grateful that Zhang Jian refrained from using the Soul Fusion Seal to control her; otherwise, it could have turned into a different scenario.
And that sword Zhang Jian wielded.
The flash of his sword repelled the scheming Daoist from Dong Shen Temple.
She observed all these changes internally.
Her heart swelled with gratitude.
She softly said, "Brother Zhang, Feng Ling will surely repay your great kindness!"
Beside her, Bai Xianyin's expression showed some displeasure, urgently saying, "And what about me?"
"Right, Fairy Bai too!"
The Feng Ling Ghost King nodded, somewhat embarrassed.
Currently, she had nothing to reciprocate, finally glanced at the simple cave, and a trace of shyness flashed in her eyes; she hesitated for a moment, then with a wave of her hand, strands of pure Divine Power were summoned, instantly transforming the cave into an abode.
She then gracefully said.
"The mountain is desolate, with no female divine generals to accompany. Fortunately, there are still some wild fruits in the back mountain, and spirit stone stalactites and stone marrow azure deep within the earth's crust. I hope you two esteemed guests don't mind!"
The Feng Ling Ghost King spoke sincerely.
Seeing her like this, Zhang Jian laughed and said.
"Why would I mind? Such mountain treasures and exotic fruits are rare, and how could others have such opportunities...!"
The Feng Ling Ghost King took a glance at Zhang Jian, gently nodded, then began channeling Divine Techniques, summoning mountain spirits to start setting up.
At this moment, Zhang Jian felt relaxed.
Not just because of the delicious offerings, but the beauty beside him, made the scenery extraordinarily beautiful!
He wasn't overly extroverted, nor was he shy, and his witty words instantly changed the atmosphere.
He saw clearly that after the Feng Ling Ghost King's recovery, she genuinely felt grateful towards him, which was an opportunity for him.
Having a Phoenix Divine Beast guarding near his lair was a great advantage for the Zhang Family.
Not to mention he had successfully passed the three trials of the Divine Mountain Lineage, was on the verge of admission, and might draw on strong support in the future.
...
"Succeeded!"
At this time, outside of Phoenix Nest Mountain, Xuan Jiu and his grandson had been observing the changes in Phoenix Nest Mountain. Watching the endless auspicious aura and rosy glow replace the gloomy and bone-chilling Yin Qi and Evil Qi, Xuan Jiu stroked his beard slightly.
Feng Ling Ghost King had thereby restored the Phoenix Soul Origin, allowing the many common folk inside and outside Fengyang County to escape a great calamity.
This move could be described as blessing all beings.
They, grandparent and grandson, were also beneficiaries.
Of course, the biggest beneficiary was this Young Master Zhang, who not only passed the trials smoothly, about to obtain the Longevity Immortal Technique, but also received gifts from True Monarch Zhanmo.
Whether it was the act of aiding a phoenix descendant or this stroke of immense fortune, it was extremely precious for Zhang Jian.
It would benefit his cultivation on the path to immortality.
Especially for a cultivator like Zhang Jian trying to walk the world's path.
"It seems the rumors aren't true; True Monarch Zhanmo is not inconsiderate, rather..."
As this thought appeared, Xuan Jiu's expression suddenly changed, seeing the surrounding void shift, unknowingly locking his form with a spell and transporting him away.
A wry smile appeared in his eyes.
He had to retract his thoughts.
"I imagine you want to have a little chat with me!"
In the void, a cold laugh suddenly emerged.
...
Outside Phoenix Nest Mountain, the Feng Ling Ghost King personally escorted the two outside.
At the foot of the mountain, Bai Xianyin looked at Zhang Jian and cheerfully saluted him.
"Congratulations, Little Elder, on passing the three trials, with Destiny complete, officially entering the Zhanmo Lineage!"
"The same to you!"
A slight smile also appeared in Zhang Jian's eyes; he was fond of this little girl, so he played along.
"Thanks to your guidance in the shadows, I smoothly joined the Zhanmo Lineage, you played a crucial role, Xianyin!"
The young girl giggled, "Little Elder, please don't praise me!"
After the joy, Bai Xianyin continued, "Little Elder should also prepare a couple of things. Once you've entered, you should be granted the Fundamental Technique. Additionally, since you've passed the three trials, your fortune is immense, so there should be extra rewards within the sect. I'll return first to find out for you. With the master stepping in, you won't be shortchanged!"
Zhang Jian's eyes twinkled, "Xianyin, when may I meet the master?"
Bai Xianyin glanced at Zhang Jian and said, "Little Elder, if necessary, the master will come to see you!"
Zhang Jian nodded.
...
Deep in the majestic Divine Mountain
On a mountainside, there was a huge spirit pool, with a Daoist guarding it year-round.
This place was a famous holy land of the Divine Mountain Dao Lineage. After the Feng Ling Ghost King restored part of her phoenix essence, an invisible breeze blew into the spirit pool, causing waves to ripple inside, visibly strengthening, and a rainbow light burst from within, revealing an anomaly.