This is... Innate Fetal Poison!
In other words, an Innate Poison!
Recognizing the type of poison, Zhang Xuan was on the verge of going insane.
Innate Fetal Poison refers to the poison that one is afflicted with even before birth. It seeps into one's blood and soul, making it nigh incurable.
Just look at Zhao Ya. She possesses the Innate Pure Yin Body, and after activating it, she is as though an empress. Yuan Tao possesses the Innate Emperor's Bloodline, and after activating it, his defense is invincible, as though a human meat shield...
Initially, he had been envious of Zhang Xuan, but now, he realized that he has an Innate as well. Just that...
They are both Innate, but why is there such a huge difference between them?
Other people's Innate Poison allows their cultivators to soar into the sky, but his Innate Poison is fatal...
"Innate Fetal Poison is a unique poison that is planted in one's body before birth. It fuses with one's mother's body, and it is classified as an innate deficiency of Innate Embryonic Energy. Those afflicted with this poison are usually unable to live past thirty, and it is known as the Premature Death Constitution... There is no antidote for it. "
Zhang Xuan was on the verge of tears.
Other people have the Innate Formidable Body, but I have the Innate Premature Death Constitution...
Premature your head!
Can't you just play around with me?
If I can't live past thirty, doesn't that mean that I only have ten years left to live? I don't have much time left...
Suppressing his frustration, he searched through all of the books in the library once more and found seven to eight books with records on the Innate Fetal Poison. In the end... they were all identical to the poison aura in his body.
In other words, there was no doubt that he was afflicted with this lethal poison.
Just that...
"To be able to infect the body of a mother and infect her offspring without being noticed, the poison must be at least at Seven Star. I am just an orphan, surely it can't be..."
After ascertaining what the poison in his body was, Zhang Xuan felt stifled for a moment.
After reading through so many books in the Poison Temple, he had gained a deep understanding of poison. To infect a mother with the Innate Fetal Poison without being noticed, the poison master must be at least at Seven Star.
In other words, the poison master must be at least an Eight Star or even Nine Star.
Just the cultivation of a poison master of that level was already unparalleled. Why would he spend so much effort to deal with an orphan like him?
His previous self was just an insignificant figure who lived in a small place like Tianxuan Royal City. He had no parents and was so poor that he wasn't worth a single copper coin. Before he was eighteen, his talent was slightly above average. After that, he became an extremely mediocre teacher, and he was even hailed as the worst teacher in the history of Hongtian Academy.
For such a figure to be dealt with by a poison master who stood at the pinnacle of the world … Wasn't this a little inconceivable?
"This kind of poison fuses with one's entire body. Under normal circumstances, one wouldn't be able to detect it even at death's door. The Heaven's Path zhenqi that I cultivate is too pure, and that's why I was able to force it to reveal its true form. However, even so, there's no way for me to treat it … "
He felt helpless in his heart.
The first time he discovered this poison, he thought that someone was trying to murder him and that his previous self had been killed. Now, it seemed that he had worried too much.
This poison had been present in his body ever since he was born, and it was hidden within his body. Even a Nine Star poison master wouldn't be able to detect it. It could be said that it kills without leaving a trace. Even if he were to die, no one would know who the culprit was. Even as a poison master, it would be difficult for him to notice it. However, the Heaven's Path zhenqi that he cultivated was too pure. When it flowed through his meridians and blood, it was impossible for any impurities to remain hidden.
However, it was useless even if he were to reveal it. The other party had been nurtured by his mother, and just like a human, it had gained sentience. Even the Heaven's Path zhenqi was unable to remove it. Instead, as time passed, it would only grow stronger and stronger, thus ensuring that he would die before thirty.
The heck!
What in the world is this? Other people have a golden finger on their backs, and yet, he is carrying a ticking time bomb on his back, the kind that guarantees his death …
Even though his previous self didn't die from the poison, it wasn't far from it. Feeling stifled, he sought death, and the poison aura acted up in advance. However, he didn't expect that he would be able to transcend into this world.
As for how he became a genius before becoming a mediocre person, his cultivation stagnated due to the poison aura as well.
Before reaching Zhenqi realm pinnacle, his previous self was able to raise his cultivation swiftly, and it was said that it was extremely rare. However, he was unable to reach Pigu realm. It was due to the poison aura fusing with his entire body that it suppressed his turbid zhenqi.
Unless one could reach the level of purity of Heaven's Path zhenqi, otherwise, with the turbid zhenqi cultivated using the cultivation technique of Tianxuan Kingdom, it would be impossible for one to break through the bottleneck and reach higher cultivation.
"Since it's a poison, there must be an antidote. Otherwise, how did such an Innate Poison Seed get known? Perhaps the level of this Poison Temple is too low. As long as I enter a higher level place, I might be able to find a solution … "
Even though he was stifled, Zhang Xuan wasn't frightened.
Having comprehended the Heaven's Path Poison Art, he had a deep understanding of poison.
There is a cause and effect, and a poison has an antidote. Even though the books here stated that there was no antidote for the Innate Fetal Poison, it didn't mean that there was no solution for it. Perhaps, there might be a solution in a higher level Poison Temple.
"This Innate Fetal Poison won't flare up before the age of thirty. That is to say … I have to find a solution within these ten years!"
Heart of Tranquil Water, as though a saber glint, cleansed all of his negative emotions. Zhang Xuan heaved a sigh of relief.
It had only been a month since his reincarnation, and he had already reached Half-Zongshi from Zhenqi realm pinnacle. It was hard to imagine how far he would be able to go in ten years. By then, he might be able to resolve this poison.
There was no need for him to be nervous.
However, even though he wasn't nervous, it was still a form of pressure.
There was still a huge gap between theory and reality. He didn't want to die for no reason after he had painstakingly regained his life.
"Call Gu Mu over!"
Standing up, Zhang Xuan instructed the Great Herb King and the others who were guarding outside.
"Senior granduncle, you were looking for me?"
Not too long later, Gu Mu walked over.
"Sit!" Zhang Xuan beckoned him over. "The reason why I called you over is because I have something to ask you!"
Gu Mu sat upright. "Senior granduncle, feel free to speak!"
In the past few days, the other party had taken some time to conduct a second round of treatment for him. After which, he felt a surge of energy, as though he had returned to the peak of his strength ten years ago. He possessed inexhaustible strength.
After two rounds of treatment, he knew that the means of the senior granduncle before him could be said to be a celestial being. He was already filled with admiration for the other party, and he didn't dare to think too much about it.
"Have you heard of the Innate Fetal Poison?" Zhang Xuan asked.
Gu Mu came from the Xuanyuan Kingdom Poison Master branch, and he had read through more profound books. In terms of knowledge, he was definitely much more knowledgeable than Zhang Xuan.
"Innate Fetal Poison?"
Gu Mu hesitated for a moment before saying, "I've heard of this poison before. It's a lethal poison planted in the fetus, and it fuses with the fetus as it grows. There's no cure for it!"
"No cure?"
"Yes!" Gu Mu nodded his head. Then, he suddenly thought of something and hesitation appeared on his face. "However …"
"However what?" Zhang Xuan turned to look at him.
"I've heard of a rumor, but I'm not sure if it's true or not!"
After a moment of hesitation, Gu Mu said, "It's said that the most formidable Celestial Kong Shi in history was afflicted with the Innate Fetal Poison. However, no one knows how he was cured, but he lived for ten thousand years before dying of old age."
Celestial Kong Shi was known as the number one master teacher, as well as the founder of Mingshi Tang. He was respected by countless people, and there wasn't a single master teacher or apprentice who didn't know of him.
"Oh?"
Zhang Xuan had heard Huang Yu speak of him once before, and he was filled with respect for him.
Just that, he didn't expect this ancestor to be afflicted with the Innate Fetal Poison as well.
Since there was a precedent of him being able to cure it, it meant that the poison wasn't incurable.
"This is only a rumor. If you wish to know more about Kong Shi, you'll probably have to pay a visit to Mingshi Tang. Only true master teachers are qualified to know about him. Poison masters like us have only heard of rumors about him … May I know why senior granduncle is asking about this? "Gu Mu asked doubtfully.
"I'm just asking casually!"
Waving his hands casually, Zhang Xuan had an idea in mind. It seemed like it was time for him to pay a visit to Mingshi Tang after this matter was settled.
The biographies of the outstanding figures of the various occupations would be compiled into books and kept in the various guilds so that the later generations could learn from them.
Since this Kong Shi was the old ancestor of the master teachers, there should be records of him in Mingshi Tang.
If there really was an Innate Fetal Poison and he died of old age, it would mean that the problem had been solved.
With a precedent of success, there was no need for him to be nervous.
"How is the situation in the Poison Temple?"
Having made up his mind, Zhang Xuan decided not to pursue the matter any further.
"After a few rounds of examinations, I have already confirmed the candidate for the new hall master. It is the first vice hall master, Liao Xun! The Crimson Flame Lotus Seed is about to mature, and it can be harvested tomorrow. "
Gu Mu replied.
"Tomorrow? Alright! "Zhang Xuan's eyes lit up.
After learning the knowledge and understanding of the different types of poison, there was no need for him to remain here. It would be best for him to leave as soon as possible.
After Gu Mu left, Zhang Xuan continued to study the contents of the books in the Library of Heaven's Path. At the same time, he also reinforced the strength in his body.
Even though the Zongshi realm cultivation technique manuals collected in the Red Lotus City weren't sufficient to form a Heaven's Path manual, there were still quite a few of them that he could try cultivating.
After countless attempts, he could clearly sense that the Half-Zongshi realm zhenqi in his body was growing denser, and he was only a step away from reaching Zongshi realm.
Even though the Library of Heaven's Path was able to see through his flaws, he still had to have a solid foundation if he wanted to advance further. Thus, whenever he was free, he would study. In just ten short days, his knowledge had increased by more than twofold, and he had gained a deep understanding of beast taming and poison masters. Even without the Library of Heaven's Path, he could still be considered as knowledgeable.
While he was studying, he also practiced the Heaven's Path Fist Art, Leg Art, and Spear Art.
Even though these moves were the most basic, they were able to bring out the strength in his body perfectly, increasing his offensive prowess significantly. If he were to use the Heaven's Path Fist Art and the other moves, he would be able to stand against even a Zongshi realm intermediate stage expert, and perhaps even kill him.
Of course, if he were to make use of the Flaws ability of the Library of Heaven's Path and complement it with the Heaven's Path Movement Art, he might even be able to kill a Zongshi realm pinnacle expert despite sustaining injuries.
For a Half-Zongshi realm to be able to kill a Zongshi realm pinnacle expert, even the most famous genius of Mingshi Tang might not be able to match up to him.
"Senior granduncle, the Crimson Flame Lotus Seed has matured!"
Time passed in Zhang Xuan's cultivation and study. At dawn the next day, Gu Mu appeared before him.
"Good!"
Zhang Xuan nodded his head and stood up.
He had waited ten days for the treasure that could increase one's chances of reaching Zhizun realm pinnacle by twenty percent. Finally... he could pluck it!
"The Red Lotus Ridge is a large volcano, and our Poison Temple branch is built on the mouth of the volcano. Back then, when we built the branch, we specially invited a formation master to seal the volcano with a formation so as to gather the earth flame within for the growth of the Crimson Flame Lotus. "
Even though Liao Xun had become the official hall master, he didn't dare to put on airs before the duo. As he walked, he introduced the place respectfully, "Envoy, senior granduncle, this way please!"
As for Zhang Xuan, he also addressed him as' senior granduncle ', just like how Gu Mu addressed him.
The trio walked forward, and soon, they arrived at an altar.
"The mouth of the volcano is hidden beneath this altar!"
Liao Xun pointed forward.
Zhang Xuan turned his gaze over.
Before him was a massive altar with a diameter of more than a hundred meters. From afar, it had an ancient feel to it, and it had nothing to do with the mouth of the volcano. Instead, it looked more like a place that had been abandoned for a very long time.
Zhang Xuan was perplexed, but after his previous experience in the Poison Temple, he knew that there was definitely a formation here.
As expected, Liao Xun walked to the center of the altar, flicked his wrist, and the token representing his identity as the hall master appeared in his palm. He placed the token into the groove at the center of the altar.
Hong long long!
The world spun around them, and the scenery before them immediately changed.
On the previously flat and wide altar, there was now a staircase that extended downwards. No one knew where it led to.
"This way please!"
Liao Xun led the way, and after walking down the staircase for nearly two hours, a vast underground palace appeared before their eyes.
At the center of the palace was a massive mouth of the volcano. Scorching flames burned intensely, and the heat wave made it difficult for one to approach.
Feeling the heat wave, Zhang Xuan's expression turned grim.
Even before entering the mouth of the volcano, just the heat wave in the palace was enough to make even a Pixue realm expert unable to withstand it.
"Envoy, senior granduncle, that is the Crimson Flame Lotus!"
Walking forward to the mouth of the volcano, Liao Xun pointed forward once more.
Following the direction of his finger, Zhang Xuan saw a scarlet lotus floating amidst the scorching lava at the center of the volcano. There was a seed pod on it, and it was filled with lotus seeds. A faint fragrance emanated from it.
"Beautiful!"
Zhang Xuan's eyes lit up.
The Crimson Flame Lotus before him was only two to three meters tall, and its entire body was crimson, reminiscent of a blazing flame.
Even though it was several hundred meters away from them, he could still feel the intense heat emanating from it. Even a Zhizun realm expert would find it hard to withstand it.
"How do I pluck it?" Zhang Xuan asked.
Not only was the Crimson Flame Lotus unbearably hot, it was also floating right above the mouth of the volcano, rooted in the lava. It was several hundred meters away from the shore, so how was he supposed to reach it?
Enter the lava to pluck it?
Even if the Heaven's Path Golden Body wasn't weak, it would be burned to ashes the moment it entered the lava!
Needless to say, the others.
"I don't know either. My master saw that the lotus was about to mature and tried to pluck it, but he ended up being burned to ashes..." Liao Xun shook his head dejectedly.
The reason why the old Hall Master suddenly died was because he wanted to pluck the Crimson Flame Lotus Seed.
"The Crimson Flame Lotus Seed matures once every hundred years, and there are people who succeed every single time. The headquarter receives your tributes as well, so how could he be burned to death?"
Gu Mu asked doubtfully.
Since the branch of the Poison Temple was built here to guard the lotus, there must be a way to do so. Otherwise, wouldn't the countless medicinal herbs be used to nourish the lotus be used to benefit others?
Besides, the branch had provided a certain amount of lotus seeds to the headquarter every hundred years, so it was impossible for them to not have a way to pluck it.
"There is a way, but it is no longer usable. Please take a look!"
Liao Xun smiled bitterly. He casually picked up a rock, and with a flick of his wrist, he threw it toward the Crimson Flame Lotus.
He was a Zongshi realm pinnacle expert. Under the augmentation of his zhenqi, the rock hummed as it flew forward, seemingly tearing the air apart.
"What are you doing..."
Seeing the other party throw a rock at the Crimson Flame Lotus with such immense force, Gu Mu's face warped.
At this moment, the Crimson Flame Lotus Seed had already matured. If it were to be struck, it would easily fall into the lava below. If so, it would be impossible to find it again.
"Envoy, just watch!" Liao Xun said.
While the duo was speaking, the rock had already arrived before the Crimson Flame Lotus. Just as it was about to strike the lotus, the lava below suddenly shook violently. A bizarre creature flew into the air, opened its mouth, and swallowed the rock.
This bizarre creature had the body of a snake, and it was several dozen meters long. Its entire body was covered in thick red scales, and it was swimming in the lava.
"What is this?"
Not expecting such a bizarre creature to be swimming in the scorching lava, Gu Mu suddenly recalled something, and his face warped in astonishment. "Could this be the Lava Beast that you mentioned to the headquarter?"
Upon seeing this creature, Gu Mu recalled it.
In the report from the Red Lotus branch, on top of the sudden death of the old Hall Master, there were also records of a savage beast that lived in the lava, and it was known as the Lava Beast.
Initially, he thought that it was just an excuse that the other party came up with to avoid handing over the Crimson Flame Lotus Seed. To think that it would be true!
"Yes, this is the Lava Beast. The unique scales on its body allow it to withstand high temperatures. It lives in the lava, and its strength is comparable to a Zhizun realm pinnacle expert..." Liao Xun smiled bitterly.
"There's such a creature?"
Gu Mu wasn't the only one who was surprised. Even Zhang Xuan was perplexed.
The temperature of the lava below was at least one to two thousand degrees celsius. To think that there would be life in such a scorching environment, not to mention that it was such a huge creature. If they hadn't seen it for themselves, they wouldn't have believed it.
"Indeed. No one knows where or when this creature came from, but it has been guarding the Crimson Flame Lotus all these years, treating it as its own. Anyone who tries to approach it will be attacked!"
Liao Xun explained. "It would be fine if it was on the shore, but the lava is its domain. Furthermore... it has reached Zhizun realm pinnacle, so there's nothing we can do about it!"
"This..."
Gu Mu's face darkened.
Even though he was also a Zhizun realm pinnacle cultivator, if he were to fight with such a huge fellow in the lava... there was a high chance that he would die here.
"Can't we use poison?"
Gu Mu couldn't help but ask.
The Poison Temple was proficient in the use of poison, and they could easily poison the Lava Beast to death.
"The Lava Beast isn't even afraid of the scorching heat of the earth flame, so how could mere poison possibly work on it..." Liao Xun said.
It was able to swim freely in lava of one to two thousand degrees celsius. Some poisons would be reduced to ashes before they could even approach it, needless to say, poison it to death.
"We have tried all sorts of methods. Unless... we find a beast tamer and find a way to tame it... there's no other way!" At this point, Liao Xun shook his head. "However... this is our greatest secret. Furthermore, our Poison Temple doesn't have much contact with the other occupations. If we were to find a beast tamer, it would bring about an unnecessary disaster!"
Poison Temple didn't have any relations with the other occupations. In fact, they were even enemies.
If they were to invite other occupations over, it would be equivalent to exposing the location of their nest. If so, it would be a huge waste for them to hide in the Red Lotus Ridge for so many years.
"Indeed..."
Gu Mu also understood this point, and he couldn't help but shake his head.
Poison wouldn't work, they wouldn't be able to charge in, and they couldn't find a beast tamer... Harvesting the Crimson Flame Lotus Seed was indeed a huge problem.
"Can a beast tamer tame this fellow?"
Hearing the conversation between the two, Zhang Xuan hesitated for a moment before asking.
"Perhaps... I can give it a try!"
(It's almost the end of the month. Do you still have monthly tickets? I'm back to my peak condition today, hehe. Recommendation tickets! Monthly tickets! All of them!!!!)
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