As time passed, the light blue radiance around Li Mu grew increasingly dazzling. Suddenly, he sharply opened his eyes, awakening from his Epiphany and Cultivating state.
"Elder Li, did you gain anything from this Cultivation session?"
Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu, a hint of anticipation in his eyes, and asked with a smile.
A glint of light flashed in Li Mu's eyes, and he gently nodded, smiling, "I gained a little. I comprehended the 'Heart of Water Realm: Water has no constant form, it conforms to its container.'"
"Not bad! With this gain, this Secret Realm trip wasn't in vain." Sword Master Feng nodded with a smile, then looked around the water Immortal Cave, indicating, "In this Dao Lord's Cave, besides the Heaven One Divine Water, all other precious Spirit Objects were taken long ago. It seems 'Dao Lord Bibao' decided long ago to make this Immortal Cave the Formation eye of this Seal."
"Indeed, the Heaven One Divine Water is the key to the Seal Grand Formation and absolutely cannot be moved easily." Sword Master Chen also nodded, saying with regret, it was rare to find a Dao Lord's Cave, yet they gained nothing to their satisfaction.
Hearing this, Li Mu was slightly startled, then understood. To the two Body Integration Realm powerhouses, besides the Heaven One Divine Water, the high-grade Spiritual Plants growing in the Immortal Cave's medicine garden, the One-Yuan Heavy Water and Three-Yuan Heavy Water flowing outside the Immortal Cave, and many other high-grade Spirit Objects and Spirit Materials, were all beneath their notice.
"Elder Li, the Heaven One Divine Water is the core of the Seal Grand Formation, and the Seal Grand Formation is the foundation for maintaining the peace of the entire Spirit Realm, concerning the safety of the entire Spirit Realm. We permit this Dragon to Cultivate in this Immortal Cave, but it is not allowed to enter the Immortal Cave's core and must not harbor any desire to covet the Heaven One Divine Water." Sword Master Chen remembered something, looked at Azure Moon True Dragon, and solemnly reminded Li Mu.
"This little Dragon understands and will strictly abide by the rules, not daring to overstep in the slightest."
Upon hearing the two Sword Masters' words, Azure Moon True Dragon hurriedly lowered his head, responding respectfully and cautiously.
Being able to Cultivate here was a tremendous fortune for Azure Moon True Dragon, all thanks to Li Mu. He was self-aware and knew the function of the Seal Grand Formation, so how could he dare to covet the Heaven One Divine Water?
Li Mu understood the other meaning in Sword Master Chen's words. Looking at Sword Master Chen and Sword Master Feng, he quickly responded, "Please rest assured, two Sword Masters. I will immediately have Azure Moon release control of the water Immortal Cave's Formation plate, ensuring he can only operate in the outer perimeter of the Immortal Cave and cannot approach the core area where the Heaven One Divine Water is located."
As soon as he finished speaking, Li Mu took out the water Immortal Cave token and handed it to Azure Moon True Dragon: "Azure Moon, I will help you erase the Divine Soul imprint left when you refined the token, severing your connection with it."
"Yes!"
Azure Moon True Dragon transformed into human form, becoming a handsome young man in a green robe, and responded to Li Mu.
Azure Moon looked up at Li Mu, condensing True Yuan in his hand, and together with Li Mu, withdrew the Spiritual Qi used to refine the Formation plate and the Divine Soul imprinted in the Formation plate's core, completely severing his connection with the token.
A powerful Spiritual Qi quickly enveloped the token. As the Spiritual Qi surged, the runes on the token began to flash, emitting a dazzling light.
Under the gaze of the two Sword Masters, Azure Moon gently waved his hand. The Spiritual Qi enveloping the token quickly dispersed, and a wisp of Azure Dragon Soul returned to Azure Moon True Dragon. Immediately, the abundant spiritual light emitted by the token dimmed.
As Azure Moon True Dragon's connection was severed, the Formation plate seemed to suffer a heavy blow, trembling slightly, as if sighing at the loss of a suitable owner.
Seeing this scene, Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen's serious expressions couldn't help but soften into smiles. This Formation plate was of great importance, and Li Mu's willingness to proactively hand it over and successfully sever its connection with Azure Moon True Dragon was enough to prove his sincerity.
"Very good, Azure Moon True Dragon." Sword Master Chen looked at Azure Moon, expressing satisfaction with his performance, and indicated, "You have successfully severed your connection with the Formation plate. Next, you only need to Cultivate peacefully in the outer perimeter of the Immortal Cave and guard this place, not daring to be careless in the slightest."
Azure Moon bowed deeply, expressing his gratitude to the two Sword Masters: "Thank you, two Sword Masters, for your tolerance and trust. This little Dragon will certainly abide by the rules and not fail your expectations."
Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu and arranged, "Go back and hand this plate to Elder Qiu. In the future, as long as you don't enter the 'Heaven One Divine Water' core area and don't affect the Seal Grand Formation, you are free to enter and exit this place."
"Thank you, Sword Master!" Li Mu nodded happily, then looked at Azure Moon and indicated, "Azure Moon, you may go. Cultivate well here in the future and advance your Realm as soon as possible."
"Yes, Azure Moon cannot always serve by your side, so please be more careful in the future, Master." Azure Moon respectfully bowed to Li Mu, then his figure flashed, transforming into a stream of azure light, and flew towards the outer perimeter of the Immortal Cave.
Watching Azure Moon True Dragon depart, Li Mu smiled broadly. Green-Eyed Golden Ape - Xiao Jin, like Azure Moon True Dragon, was already in seclusion in the Extreme Gold Spirit Land. The Five Elements Formation, a trump card formed by five Spirit Beasts, was no longer effective, so there was no need to keep him by his side.
Li Mu only hoped that when he advanced to Void Refining or a higher Realm, his five Spirit Beasts could continue to keep up with his pace.
"Elder Li, your demonic Dragon is well-trained. He will surely become a great help in the future." Sword Master Chen looked at Li Mu, saying with a hint of envy.
Li Mu smiled slightly and humbly replied, "Sword Master Chen overpraises. Azure Moon has extraordinary Heavenly Talent, is sensible and courteous, which is very rare. I will pay more attention to his growth in the future to ensure he does not go astray."
"Elder Li, please check if the Seal Grand Formation has any leaks. If there are no problems, let's leave this place soon!" Sword Master Feng interrupted their conversation and reminded them.
Li Mu nodded, releasing his Divine Sense to carefully scan the strength of the Seal Grand Formation's runes and the condition of its Restrictions.
After an inspection, Li Mu could confirm one thing: although this Seal Grand Formation had endured tens of thousands of Years, it was located at the bottom of the sea, continuously drawing in the Water Elemental Qi. The Formation's integrity and condition were many times better than the other two Seal Grand Formations, almost requiring no repair.
Li Mu opened his eyes and looked at the Spiritual Plants growing near the Immortal Cave. It was a vast 'underwater forest' filled with various high-grade Spiritual Plants, each with an extremely long medicinal age, ranging from several thousand to tens of thousands of Years.
Under the Talent Divine Power - Identify Myriad Spirits, the attributes of various high-grade aquatic Spiritual Plants appeared one by one.
【Glazed Water Vine】
【Grade: Fifth-tier Spiritual Plant】
【Characteristics: Glazed and crystal clear, water vines intertwining, incomparably flexible, water vein regulation.】
【Glazed Water Vine, a fifth-tier Spiritual Plant, its vines are slender and flexible, with a glazed, crystal-clear luster on the surface. It can detect the flow of water veins, is incomparably flexible, and is an excellent companion for water-element Cultivators. It also contains powerful Water Elemental power, which can be used for sensing and manipulating water veins.】
【Blue Spring quiet Grass】
【Grade: Fifth-tier Spiritual Plant】
【Characteristics: Blue spring nourishment, lush quiet grass, tranquil and far-reaching, water element condensation.】
【Blue Spring quiet Grass, a fifth-tier Spiritual Plant, grows in the deep sea. Its roots are well-developed, absorbing pure Water Spirit and condensing it into rich Water Elemental power. This Spiritual Plant not only makes the surrounding waters tranquil and clear but also provides powerful assistance for Cultivators practicing water-attribute Cultivation Techniques.】
【Ice Spirit Lotus】
【Grade: Sixth-tier Spiritual Plant】
【Characteristics: Deep sea extreme cold, ice lotus blooming alone, freezing a thousand miles, solidifying water spirit, pure lotus spirit.】
【Ice Spirit Lotus, a sixth-tier Spiritual Plant, grows in the deep sea, nurtured within One-Yuan Heavy Water. Its petals are crystal clear, emitting a faint chill. This Spiritual Plant contains extreme water-cold power, capable of freezing a thousand miles, instantly solidifying water regions.】
【Blue Abyss Algae】
【Grade: Sixth-tier Spiritual Plant】
【Characteristics: Deep blue abyss, intertwining algae, solid defense, water domain barrier.】
【Blue Abyss Algae, a sixth-tier Spiritual Plant, grows in the extremely watery Blue Abyss. The intertwining algae form a solid water domain barrier. Its branches and leaves can absorb Spiritual Qi from the water, transforming it into tough defensive power, providing strong protection for the water domain.】
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As far as the eye could see, the attributes of various high-grade water-element Spiritual Plants continuously appeared in Li Mu's eyes, greatly broadening his horizons and dazzling him.
"Elder Li, how is the Grand Formation?"
Sword Master Feng's sword-like brows furrowed slightly as he looked at Li Mu and asked with concern. Although he was not skilled in Formations, with his Body Integration Realm Cultivator's insight, he could confirm that the Secret Realm was in excellent condition and the Restrictions were extremely powerful. If he dared to trespass, he would most likely perish.
"Reporting to Sword Master, due to the abundant Water Elemental Qi, this Seal Grand Formation also possesses self-repairing abilities. Its condition is excellent, it has not been damaged, and no additional repairs are needed." Li Mu looked at Sword Master Feng and replied with cupped hands.
"That's good." Sword Master Feng nodded, relieved.
"Hmm, if there's nothing else, let's go out!" Sword Master Chen looked at Sword Master Feng and Li Mu, suggesting.
"Sword Master Chen, please wait a moment." Li Mu suddenly spoke, interrupting Sword Master Chen's suggestion. His brows furrowed slightly, as if he was thinking about something.
"Hmm? Elder Li, do you want to wait to gather some Spirit Medicine?" Sword Master Chen frowned, glancing at the high-grade Spiritual Plants filling the medicine garden.
"No, that's not it. I can come back another day for such matters, how dare I make Sword Master Chen wait." Li Mu quickly denied, looking at the two Sword Masters and stating directly, "After the two Sword Masters leave the water Immortal Cave Secret Realm this time, are you planning to immediately set off to attack the Southern Wilderness Spirit Domain?"
"Hmm, that's right. The Devil Abyss Army has been ready to go for some time. If it weren't for waiting for you to inspect this Secret Realm, we would have already departed!" Sword Master Chen nodded cheerfully, looking at Li Mu with confusion as he replied.
"Indeed. Elder Li, do you have any questions?" Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu, a hint of hesitation flashing across his face, and asked with concern.
Li Mu took a deep breath, his expression solemn, and said, "Two Sword Masters, I have a request. This time, when attacking the Southern Wilderness Spirit Domain, if you don't find the Undying Demon Lord in the Devil's Den, please return to the Central Plains Spirit Domain in time!"
"Why? Do you have a clue about the Undying Demon Lord? Is he in the Central Plains Spirit Domain?" Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu in surprise, not understanding why he was making such a request.
"Elder Li, if there's anything, please explain clearly!" Sword Master Chen's expression turned grave, and he took Li Mu's suggestion with extreme seriousness.
Hearing this, Li Mu gave a bitter smile and quickly explained, "It's precisely because I don't have any clues about the Undying Demon Lord's whereabouts that I made this suggestion. This time, the Undying Demon Lord was severely wounded by the two Sword Masters, and his plan for the Netherwater Secret Realm failed. He might retreat to the Southern Wilderness Spirit Domain, or he might be planning another Sealed Land. That's why I made this request."
"Another Sealed Land! Elder Li is referring to the Cang Yuan Secret Realm, which is jointly managed by the Eight Great Families!" Sword Master Feng's heart stirred, and he looked at Li Mu, asking with concern.
Sword Master Chen thoughtfully considered Li Mu's words, his brows furrowed, and a hint of vigilance flashed in his eyes. He had to admit, there was a certain possibility in this situation.
Given the Undying Demon Lord's methods and ruthlessness, it was highly possible that he would abandon the Devil Abyss Army entrenched in the Southern Wilderness Spirit Domain and secretly destroy another Seal. If he succeeded in destroying another Sealed Land, the consequences would be unimaginable.
"Yes, under the pressure of the two Sword Masters, the Eight Great Families agreed to open the Cang Yuan Secret Realm to me. However, I vaguely feel uneasy and dare not go alone. If the two Sword Masters do not find any trace of the Undying Demon Lord in the Southern Wilderness Spirit Domain, I hope the two Sword Masters can hurry back." Li Mu looked at Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen, suggesting.
"Elder Li's concerns are not unfounded." Sword Master Chen nodded, looking at Sword Master Feng and saying in a deep voice, "We must be prepared for both possibilities. On one hand, we will fully attack the Southern Wilderness Spirit Domain to ensure that the Demon Abyss forces are completely wiped out; on the other hand, we must also closely monitor the Undying Demon Lord's whereabouts to ensure the safety of the other Seal Grand Formation."
"Yes, a Secret Realm jointly guarded by the Eight Great Families means too many people and too many mouths, making it highly possible for information to leak out, and it's also possible for the Undying Demon Lord to easily infiltrate. We must be on guard." Li Mu looked at the two Sword Masters and said solemnly.
"We understand this matter. Do not enter the Cang Yuan Secret Realm for now. Wait for our news." Sword Master Feng nodded, looking at Li Mu, and instructed to ensure foolproof safety.
"Yes!" Li Mu readily agreed. Having learned the dangers involved from the previous deduction, he had no intention of acting rashly. Instead, he decided to wait for the two Sword Masters to return.
After the discussion, Li Mu set up a small Teleportation Array in the Immortal Cave on the spot, and together with the two Sword Masters, left the water Immortal Cave Secret Realm, appearing at the Ancient Teleportation Array on Tianxing Island.
Li Mu took the Ancient Teleportation Array, his figure flashing, and returned to the Central Plains Spirit Domain, appearing at Sword Asking Peak of Xuantian Sword Sect. Then, he conjured a gold-element Spirit Sword, his figure soaring into the sky, transforming into a golden rainbow, and sped towards the Contribution Hall deep within the Sect.
In the distant Ten Thousand Stars Sea Region, Sword Master Chen and Sword Master Feng stood side by side, riding their swords at high speed. Behind them was a vast Central Plains fleet, battleships like a forest, their Aura like a rainbow. The powerful Central Plains fleet set off majestically, heading straight for the Southern Wilderness Spirit Domain, preparing to conquer the Demon Abyss forces that occupied the entire Southern Wilderness Spirit Domain.
At this moment, in the Central Plains Spirit Domain, the Ji Family of the Eight Great Families, 'Ji Wuheng,' successfully infiltrated the Ji Family Elder's Deliberation Hall. The ranking for the order of commissioning Dao weapons from the Eight Great Families had already been determined.
Meanwhile, at another end of the Central Plains Spirit Domain, within the Ji Family of the Eight Great Families, an important deliberation was underway.
Inside the Ji Family Elder's Deliberation Hall, the atmosphere was solemn. The order of commissioning Dao weapons from the Eight Great Families had been decided through combat. After intense Disciple competitions among the Eight Great Families, the Ji Family ranked fourth, earning the qualification to commission Dao weapons.
In the Deliberation Hall, the Elders were discussing the matter of commissioning Dao weapons.
Upon learning this news, 'Ji Wuheng' lowered his head, a wisp of Devilish Qi flashing in his eyes. He suppressed the killing intent in his heart and continued to listen to the contents of the meeting.
At this moment, 'Ji Wuheng' wished he could use this opportunity to commission a Dao weapon to get close to Li Mu and completely eliminate him. (End of Chapter)