"A teleportation Formation Artifact, and its defensive capabilities are too strong, even involving the Law of Karma!" After understanding the content of the Artifact Refining blueprint, Li Mu suddenly looked up and asked Wan Renlang in surprise.
The structure of this Formation Artifact had a similar effect to the ※_1_⛬, a sub-array of the ※_2 1_⛬ Yin and Yang Spirit Gathering Great Array hidden within the treasury of the Seven Systems Sect. Upon realizing this, a hint of understanding flashed in Li Mu's eyes.
"Great Master Li, your perception is keen. This Artifact Refining blueprint is indeed for a Formation Artifact!" Wan Renlang nodded and asked with concern, "Great Master Li, do you have the confidence to refine it? I have already prepared the necessary eighth order spirit materials for Artifact Refining!"
Meeting Wan Renlang's gaze, Li Mu frowned, seemingly pondering how to respond to him.
This Formation Artifact was quite troublesome to refine. A Dao Artifact-level Formation Artifact involved the combination of several types of artifact Formations, and what was more Tricky was that it also incorporated the delicate balance of the Law of Karma. A slight mistake would not only lead to refining failure but also potentially trigger unpredictable Karma backlash.
"※_16_⛬, I wonder what kind of Formation Artifact ※_12_⛬ has commissioned you to refine. Could you let me take a look?" Just then, ※_13_⛬ proactively asked with concern.
Li Mu quickly looked at Wan Renlang, seeking his permission.
"Of course, no problem, Senior Feng, please feel free." How could Wan Renlang dare to disagree? He nodded with a smile.
Li Mu nodded knowingly and handed the purple Jade Slip in his hand to ※_13_⛬.
※_13_⛬ took the purple Jade Slip, immersed his Divine Sense, and immediately, a hint of solemnity appeared on his face.
"※_12_⛬, who commissioned you to refine this artifact?" ※_13_⛬'s voice was low and serious, as he looked directly at Wan Renlang and asked.
Hearing this, Wan Renlang's expression changed slightly, but he quickly regained his composure and said in a deep voice, "Senior Feng, this matter is of great importance, and the identity of the commissioner is special, so it is inconvenient to disclose. But please believe that if this teleportation Formation Artifact can be successfully refined, it will absolutely not be detrimental to this Realm."
※_19_⛬ stepped forward, not understanding why ※_13_⛬'s emotions had changed so dramatically after looking at the Jade Slip.
※_13_⛬ directly handed the Jade Slip to ※_19_⛬, motioning for him to examine it.
※_19_⛬ took the purple Jade Slip, swept it with his Divine Sense, and his face immediately turned solemn. He stared at Wan Renlang and asked sharply, "Ancient Domain Shifting Artifact. ※_12_⛬, the person who commissioned you to refine this artifact must have an extraordinary identity!"
Wan Renlang showed a bitter smile and reiterated, "Two Sword Masters, please do not misunderstand. I dare not conceal anything. This artifact was entrusted by an elder from an ancient Sect. This artifact is the key to opening an ancient Secret Realm, and there is nothing else improper about it."
"Two Sword Masters, is there any problem with refining this Ancient Domain Shifting Artifact?" Li Mu looked at ※_13_⛬ and ※_19_⛬ in confusion, getting straight to the point.
"※_16_⛬, your Cultivation is still shallow, so it's normal that you haven't heard of this Ancient Domain Shifting Artifact. Moreover, this artifact is generally only used outside the domain for cross-domain and cross-star teleportation. Its exquisite structure and vast power are far beyond what ordinary teleportation Formation Artifacts can compare to." ※_13_⛬ looked at Li Mu and replied.
After a pause, ※_13_⛬ introduced in detail, "And outside the domain, that is a place more vast and dangerous than the world we know. The Nine Nether Land, deep and dark, is a gathering place for powerful Nether Beasts and Star Beasts. Even Body Integration Cultivators who enter it may lose themselves and be eternally lost. The Barren Land, on the other hand, is an endless desert and ruins, where Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi is extremely thin, and there are unknown Vicious Beasts and strange things lurking, making it a Forbidden Land for Cultivators. As for the Black Domain, it is an existence in legends. There is no day or night, no Law, only endless darkness and chaos. It is said that even the light of stars cannot penetrate its layers of black curtain."
"If this Ancient Domain Shifting Artifact is successfully refined, it can open a teleportation channel to these places because it contains the profound principles of Heaven and Earth, capable of distorting space and breaking conventional Restrictions. However, it is precisely this power that also makes it an object of covetousness for many forces. Once it falls into the hands of evil people, the consequences for this domain would be unimaginable." ※_13_⛬'s tone was heavy, and a hint of worry flashed in his eyes.
※_19_⛬ took over the conversation, looked at Li Mu, and solemnly added, "That's right, ※_16_⛬, you haven't truly encountered the dangers outside the domain, but we must take precautions and be on guard. It's better not to refine this Formation Artifact!"
Hearing this, although Wan Renlang was unwilling, he also understood that ※_13_⛬ and ※_19_⛬'s worries were not unfounded. He pondered for a moment, sighed deeply, and continued to argue, "The concerns of the two Seniors are not unreasonable, and I am also deeply aware of the stakes. However, that elder once said that this Secret Realm contains something that can stabilize the Spiritual Qi of our Realm, and possibly even replenish the increasingly depleted resources and spiritual power of this Realm. If it can truly be obtained, it will be a great blessing for this Realm."
"Is that true? Who is that person? Can you ask him to come out and confront me?"
A streak of cyan sword light flashed in ※_13_⛬'s eyes as he looked directly at Wan Renlang and asked.
Wan Renlang's expression changed again. He knew the prestige of ※_13_⛬ and the strength of the Xuantian Sword Sect, so this matter was probably not easy to handle.
Wan Renlang sighed helplessly and explained, "Senior Feng, it's not that I intentionally conceal it. In fact, that elder's whereabouts are elusive, and even I cannot determine his exact location. The in※r1⛬ he left was only conveyed to me through special means, and he did not appear in person."
"Furthermore, regarding the Secret Realm containing the effect of replenishing and stabilizing the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi of this Realm, although it was his verbal statement, I have also privately conducted some investigations and discovered some ancient records that coincide with what the elder said. Although these records are ancient, the information revealed between the lines is enough to make us believe that within that Secret Realm, there might truly be the key to solving the depletion of spiritual power in our Realm."
At this point, Wan Renlang's tone became sincere and firm, "Two Seniors, although my ※_1 1_⛬ is based on the way of merchants, my sense of responsibility and commitment to the ※_4 1_⛬ is absolutely no less than anyone else's. If this artifact can truly be successfully refined, it might be the hope for saving this Realm."
※_13_⛬'s gaze narrowed slightly, as if he was thinking about something.
After a moment, ※_13_⛬ said in a deep voice, "※_12_⛬, we naturally understand your intentions. However, as I said before, this Ancient Domain Shifting Artifact is no small matter. The risks and unknowns behind it are far beyond what you and I can bear, especially with the current surge in ※_4 1_⛬ Cultivators, the increasingly thin Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power, and the stretched Cultivation resources. Any slight mistake could trigger a chain reaction with unimaginable consequences."
"This matter is of great importance and cannot be handled lightly. You can inform me of the clues to those ancient records, and after I personally verify them, I will make a decision."
※_19_⛬ also nodded in agreement, "Indeed, ※_12_⛬. The Ancient Domain Shifting Artifact should not be spread. We must consider the safety of the entire ※_4 1_⛬. If we pursue temporary benefits and put this Realm in danger, that would be a great sin."
Hearing this, although Wan Renlang was unwilling, he also knew that this was the best solution for now. He immediately took out several Jade Slips from his storage ring and respectfully handed them to ※_13_⛬, "Senior Feng, these are the excerpts and clues from those ancient records. Please take a look."
※_13_⛬ took the Jade Slips, immersed his Divine Sense in them, and carefully examined every piece of information.
...From the conversation of the three, Li Mu obtained a lot of important information. He frowned, seemingly pondering something.
"Sword Master, is the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power of the ※_4 1_⛬ depleting?" Li Mu looked at ※_19_⛬ and asked with concern.
※_19_⛬'s gaze darkened slightly, and he sighed softly, nodding, "※_16_⛬, you may not know, but in recent Years, the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power of the ※_4 1_⛬ has indeed been gradually depleting, and there are multiple reasons behind this. Firstly, with the surge in the number of Cultivators, the consumption of spiritual power has also intensified, leading to a natural recovery rate that is far from keeping up with the consumption rate. Secondly, according to ancient records, there was a great catastrophe in ancient times that caused many Spiritual Veins to be damaged and have not yet fully recovered, which indirectly affects the supply of spiritual power."
"Even more serious is!" ※_19_⛬'s tone shifted, becoming even more solemn, "The Upper Realm Channel was sealed along with the Demon Abyss Channel by the Seal Great Array, causing this Realm to no longer receive the blessing of the spiritual power tides from the Upper Realm. This undoubtedly adds insult to injury, making the problem of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power shortage in this Realm increasingly severe."
"Yes! In ancient times, the Upper Realm would occasionally produce spiritual power tides, constantly pouring into this Realm. At that time, the number of Dao Lords was dozens of times that of now, and Body Integration powerhouses were countless." Wan Renlang also nodded, sighing, "Nowadays, the ※_4 1_⛬'s situation is far from what it used to be."
Wan Renlang's words were tinged with helplessness and worry as he continued to introduce, "Without the nourishment of the Upper Realm's spiritual power tides, Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power is decreasing day by day, the rank of Cultivation spirit items in this Realm is getting lower and lower, and the Cultivation path for Cultivators in this Realm is becoming increasingly difficult. Many young talents who originally had unlimited potential, due to the lack of sufficient spiritual power support, found it difficult to Breakthrough their Bottleneck, and ultimately could only end in obscurity. As for the older generation of powerhouses, most of them also had limited Lifespan due to spiritual power depletion, and the overall strength of the ※_4 1_⛬ was quietly declining."
"Regardless, this kind of Formation Artifact should not be refined. If it falls into the hands of the ※_3 1_⛬ or Star Beast Race outside the domain, the damage to this Realm is unpredictable." ※_13_⛬ finished reading all the Jade Slips, looked up at Wan Renlang, and said decisively.
"Great Master Li!" Wan Renlang gave a bitter smile and looked at Li Mu.
"※_12_⛬, I'm truly sorry! This artifact is not easy to refine, and I don't have much confidence!" Li Mu gently shook his head and cautiously advised, "Besides, ※_13_⛬'s concerns are not unfounded. This kind of Formation Artifact, which can affect Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power, is immensely powerful. If it falls into enemy hands, the consequences would be unimaginable. Although I am an ※_17_⛬ and have profound knowledge in various rare treasures, Formations, and Restrictions, I must act cautiously when facing such forbidden items."
"In that case, alright then!" Wan Renlang sighed softly, a hint of regret flashing in his eyes. Then, he regained his smile and gestured towards the window to Li Mu, ※_13_⛬, and ※_19_⛬, indicating, "The ※_14_⛬ is about to enter its most exciting moment. I won't disturb you anymore!"
After speaking, Wan Renlang bowed to the three of them and instantly left 1.
At this moment, ※_10_⛬ was excitedly striking the hammer, confirming the ownership of the previous spirit item.
"Distinguished guests, next, we will usher in one of the most anticipated highlights of this ※_14_⛬, the eighth order spirit material—'Void Spirit Crystal'!" ※_10_⛬'s voice, amplified by the sound-amplifying Formation, echoed clearly and magnetically throughout the entire ※_14_⛬ hall, instantly attracting everyone's attention.
Immediately after, ※_10_⛬ slowly unfolded the silk cloth covering the tray in his hand, revealing a crystal emitting a faint blue light, as if containing the endless mysteries of the Universe, which drew gasps of admiration from all around.
"This Void Spirit Crystal was accidentally obtained from a Void crack. It contains a trace of Void power, making it an invaluable treasure for powerhouses who Cultivate the Law of Time and Space. Whether used for refining space Magic Treasures or assisting in comprehending the Law of Time and Space, it will be an unparalleled aid." ※_10_⛬ introduced in detail, barely concealing his excitement.
At the same time, after Wan Renlang left the VIP room area, he walked through the intricate corridors, turning several corners, and arrived in front of an ancient and heavy stone door.
Wan Renlang gently knocked on the door. Runes flowed on the door, and after a moment, the door opened silently, revealing a secret room with multiple Restrictions and emitting a faint spiritual light.
Wan Renlang stepped inside, only to see an old man in a black robe with a stern face sitting in the center of the room, meditating with his eyes closed, with faint spiritual power fluctuations surrounding him.
The black-robed old man sat quietly in the center of the secret room, the faint spiritual power fluctuations surrounding him seemed to be isolated from the outside world, forming a unique space. He wore a long robe as dark as night, embroidered with complex and mysterious golden patterns that flickered in the faint light, containing ancient and powerful strength.
The black-robed old man's face was stern, and Years seemed to have left few traces on his face, yet his deep eyes seemed to have experienced vicissitudes, sparkling with wisdom and decisiveness. Between his brows, a subtle wrinkle revealed his profound Cultivation and experience. His nose bridge was straight, and his lips were tightly pressed, giving people a sense of unapproachable dignity.
"Master, I'm back." Wan Renlang bowed respectfully, then reported in detail his previous conversation with Li Mu, ※_13_⛬, and others to the black-robed old man.
After listening, the black-robed old man frowned slightly and asked disappointedly, "Failed?"
At this point, Wan Renlang changed the subject, with a hint of undetectable excitement in his tone, and indicated, "Master, before leaving, Great Master Li seemed to have revealed a subtle piece of information that made me feel that he might not be completely without confidence in refining that Formation Artifact."
"Oh?" Hearing this, the black-robed old man's eyes suddenly opened, and his sharp gaze looked directly at Wan Renlang, asking with concern, "Tell me in detail."
Wan Renlang took a deep breath, recalling every detail of his conversation with Li Mu: "When Great Master Li Mu refused, although his words were firm, I could feel the hesitation and unspoken meaning in his words. He mentioned that although he had concerns about refining this artifact, he did not completely deny its possibility, which might mean that under certain specific conditions, he might find a solution."
"If the two Sword Masters of the Xuantian Sword Sect hadn't been present, he probably would have agreed." Wan Renlang added at the end, stating it with certainty.
Hearing this, the black-robed old man was slightly pleased, and a meaningful smile appeared at the corner of his mouth: "Indeed, this person's Artifact Refining technique is unparalleled in the Realm, and his character is even more cautious and steady. If he truly had no confidence, he would never easily reveal such information. You must find a way to contact him again. No matter what, you must find a way to refine this artifact."
"Yes, Master." Wan Renlang respectfully responded, then silently turned and left. (End of chapter)
