Chapter 190

    In an instant, the celestial energy converged onto the robes. Only then did the crowd realize that the seven robes, though similar in appearance, each bore subtle differences, corresponding to the seven stars.

    To everyone’s shock, the seven robes merged into one!

    The resulting robe, infused with celestial energy, radiated starlight, appearing almost divine.

    This was the Seven Heroes’ birthday gift!

    Ning Changge smiled faintly. He knew that Song Yuanqiao and the others had sought his help to achieve this feat.

    —

    The sound of collective gasps filled the air as the crowd marveled at the spectacle.

    The Seven Heroes had not only presented a Daoist robe but also demonstrated their combined strength. Their execution was nothing short of brilliant.

    Song Yuanqiao and the others, visibly excited, declared loudly:

    “We present the Seven Stars Daoist Robe to our master as a birthday gift! Please accept it with a smile!”

    Zhang Sanfeng couldn’t help but laugh heartily.

    “Good! Excellent! With disciples like you, I have no regrets in this life!”

    With a wave of his hand, the Seven Stars Daoist Robe draped itself over him. The already ethereal Zhang Sanfeng now appeared even more divine, exuding an aura of celestial grace that inspired reverence.

    The crowd erupted in admiration.

    —

    With the third-generation disciples and the Seven Heroes presenting their gifts, Wudang’s strength and foundation were on full display, leaving an indelible impression on everyone.

    But this was not the end.

    The most anticipated figure had yet to make his move. Everyone was eager to see what Ning Changge, the legendary Little Immortal, had prepared. Sёarch* The ηovelFire.ηet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

    The crowd’s excitement was palpable.

    —

    To their surprise, the next figure to step forward wasn’t Ning Changge but a small figure in a gray Daoist robe.

    The Wudang Spirit Monkey?

    The crowd immediately recognized him.

    Golden Spirit, the Spirit Monkey of Wudang, had already made a name for himself during the destruction of the Dragon-Slaying Saber. Back then, he had fought Ding Peng and a monk of the Secret Sect, holding his own against two top-tier Heaven-Man experts. Since then, his monstrous combat prowess had only grown.

    He was considered invincible below the Land Immortal realm.

    Of course, Ning Changge was an exception. In the eyes of many, Ning Changge was already at the level of a Land Immortal.

    Even renowned figures like Li Hanyi, the Snow Moon Sword Immortal, and Song Que, the Heavenly Blade, regarded Golden Spirit with caution.

    “If Wudang has arranged for the Spirit Monkey to follow the Seven Heroes, his gift must be extraordinary,” the crowd speculated.

    By conventional hierarchy, Golden Spirit, as Ning Changge’s attendant, should have been grouped with the third-generation disciples. His placement here was highly unusual.

    —

    All eyes were on Golden Spirit, their anticipation growing.

    But what happened next left everyone stunned.

    Golden Spirit’s respectful voice rang out:

    “Golden Spirit offers this gift to the Grandmaster! May the Grandmaster enjoy eternal life and boundless blessings!”

    The Spirit Monkey spoke!

    The crowd was in an uproar.

    A monkey capable of speech was already an extraordinary phenomenon. But a monkey with combat prowess rivaling the Heaven-Man realm, now capable of articulate speech? It was like something out of ancient legend.

    Even the Land Immortals were visibly shaken.

    “I’ve heard of the Fire Qilin in Lingyun Cave, a creature said to rival Land Immortals. There are also tales of people extending their lives by consuming dragon and phoenix blood. But today, I’ve seen Wudang’s Spirit Monkey, and I believe the world has gained another divine beast,” Xiaoyaozi exclaimed.

    He could sense a faint threat emanating from Golden Spirit—greater than what he had felt from the Seven Heroes’ sword formation.

    Li Changsheng, despite his five lifetimes of experience, was equally astonished. This was the first time he had encountered such a divine creature.

    Only the Old Celestial Master remained calm. Having lived the longest and seen the most, he had even encountered the Fire Qilin in the past.

    —

    As the crowd’s shock subsided, they grew curious about the Spirit Monkey’s gift.

    Golden Spirit bowed deeply before stepping forward.

    The next moment, the crowd erupted in amazement.

    In the center of the arena, Golden Spirit revealed his true form—a towering figure over four zhang tall, radiating golden light and exuding a silver-eyed brilliance. His aura surged skyward, leaving the Heaven-Man experts pale with fright.

    This was the aura of a Land Immortal!

    Wudang had a third Land Immortal-level combatant!

    If the Seven Heroes had merely touched upon this realm, Golden Spirit had firmly stepped into it. His power was undeniable.

    Xiao Feng, who had previously witnessed Golden Spirit in action, was stunned. The monkey had grown far stronger in such a short time.

    He couldn’t help but glance at Ning Changge.

    It was clear to him that these changes were closely tied to the Little Immortal.

    —

    Golden Spirit plucked a tuft of golden fur from his head. To everyone’s surprise, the fur turned silver as it left his body.

    This tuft of fur, the essence of his being, possessed incredible properties. It could lengthen or shorten, harden or soften, and even carry traces of his divine abilities.

    The act visibly weakened him, but his eyes remained bright and determined.

    Returning to his smaller form, Golden Spirit retrieved a long handle from somewhere. Channeling his energy, he combined the handle with the silver fur, crafting a divine whisk.

    The whisk, silver-white and radiant, bore the inscription “Respect the Master, Honor the Dao”, bringing a delighted smile to Zhang Sanfeng’s face.

    “You clever monkey! I’m very pleased with your gift. Continue to cultivate under Changge’s guidance, and one day, you’ll achieve your aspirations,” Zhang Sanfeng said, his joy evident.

    He waved his hand, and the whisk flew into his grasp.

    Golden Spirit bowed repeatedly. “Golden Spirit will remember the Grandmaster’s teachings!”