【Spiritual Object Name: Years Moon Pearl (Hidden)】
【Rank: Eight-Rank Domain Treasure】
【Characteristics: Essence of the Bright Moon, Confluence of Yin and Yang, Self-Generated Moonlight, Myriad Years Cycle, Internal Domain Cohesion.】
【Status: Faint Moonlight, Myriad Years Cycle Sedimentation, Heavenly Treasure Covered in Dust】
The Years Moon Pearl, refined from the Earth Core Flame Marrow and tens of thousands of Years of moonlight, has endured the tribulations of heaven and earth and the erosion of endless Reincarnation. Its moonlight is dim, its spirituality unmanifested, and it has long been hidden beneath a cold pool in a secluded valley. Encased in ice essence, it requires a thousand drops of Extreme Earth Flame Essence and ten thousand strands of Starlight Dust to reawaken its spirit and restore its glory as a Domain Treasure.
A hint of surprise flashed in Li Mu's eyes. He hadn't expected such a high-rank self-Domain Treasure to be hidden among these spoils of war.
Although its moonlight was dim at the moment, as if it had lost its former glory, its inherent quality of condensing the essence of Years and the confluence of Yin and Yang still made Li Mu feel its extraordinary nature.
An Eight-Rank Domain Treasure was already a rarity among Spiritual Objects, its power capable of shaking a region of heaven and earth. The Years Moon Pearl was even more exceptional among them. This item not only contained the ultimate mysteries of the power of Years, bearing the subtle balance of time and space, but its Eight-Rank foundation meant it had initially grasped the power of Law, capable of distorting or influencing certain Heavenly Dao Laws to some extent.
Spiritual Object Classification: First-Rank to Fourth-Rank are called: Spirit; objects at this stage, though possessing spirituality, have not fully awakened, and their power is mostly limited to a corner.
Fifth to Seventh-Rank are: Profound, True, Dao. At these three ranks, the spirituality of Spiritual Objects has reached Transcendent, and their power has advanced by leaps and bounds, already capable of initially comprehending and utilizing the power of Law between heaven and earth.
Fifth-Rank Spiritual Objects are referred to as Profound Treasures and Spiritual Artifacts. Spiritual Objects of this rank can perceive subtle changes between heaven and earth, their power begins to resonate with the Heavenly Dao Laws, and they can, to some extent, guide or alter localized Spiritual Qi flow, and even influence environmental changes.
Sixth-Rank Spiritual Objects are called Spirit Treasures and True Treasures. Objects of this rank have achieved Major Achievement in spirituality, and their power is even more unfathomable. They can not only perfectly integrate with the Heavenly Dao Laws but also actively guide the power of Law, and even, to some extent, create their own small heaven and earth, affecting a wider area. The appearance of True Treasures often comes with unusual celestial phenomena, attracting countless powerful Cultivators to compete for them.
Seventh-Rank Spiritual Objects are revered as Dao Treasures, and those refined Acquired are Dao Artifacts. Objects of this rank have initially glimpsed the mysteries of the Heavenly Dao. Their power already contains Dao Laws. They often possess unique Divine Abilities or Domains, capable of unleashing astonishing power in combat... If refined, they become Seven-Rank Dao Artifacts, triggering a Heavenly Dao Artifact Tribulation depending on their quality.
Eight-Rank Spiritual Objects are above Dao Treasures and Dao Artifacts, generally referred to as Domain Treasures, Heavenly Treasures, or Immortal Artifacts. Objects of this rank have fully comprehended the essence of the Heavenly Dao. Their power is strong enough to shake a region of heaven and earth, and even influence the entire world's structure.
Domain Treasure refers to its power being able to cover a region, forming a unique Domain. Within the Domain, the owner of the Domain Treasure is the Dominator, capable of controlling everything. Heavenly Treasure, on the other hand, refers to its power being as ancient as heaven and earth, shining as brightly as the sun and moon, almost equivalent to the Laws between heaven and earth. The possessor can use it to glimpse the ultimate truths of heaven and earth, and even attempt to change the Heavenly Dao Laws. As for Immortal Artifacts, they are legendary existences, said to be only refinable by true Immortals, their power so strong that it is beyond the imagination of ordinary Cultivators.
As for Nine-Rank Spiritual Objects, they are referred to as Divine Objects, Sacred Artifacts, or even the ultimate treasures of a realm. Objects of this rank have transcended the shackles of heaven and earth, standing above all things. Their power is strong enough to overturn the universe and even reshape a realm.
Li Mu had the fortune to see seven nine-rank divine objects, each one a miraculous item. They were located in seven extreme Sealed Lands, serving as array eyes, using their own power to Seal and suppress the realm passages connecting the Spirit Realm to the Domain.
Looking at the Eight-Rank Spiritual Object before him—the Years Moon Pearl—Li Mu frowned, momentarily unsure what kind of Dao Artifact would be suitable to refine with it.
“Master, there are so many of these Spiritual Objects, and they contain Demonic Nature and Evil Qi. It seems like they’re all useless!”
Just as Li Mu was deep in thought, Mingyue’s voice suddenly rang out. She held dozens of Spiritual Objects with an eerie aura in her hands, asking with some distress, unsure how to deal with them.
Hearing this, Li Mu shifted his gaze from the Years Moon Pearl to the Spiritual Objects in Mingyue’s hands. These Spiritual Objects were indeed extraordinary; they emitted a dense black Qi and a bloody Qi, and faintly, one could even hear the Demonic Nature emanating from them.
Under the Talent Divine Power - Identify Myriad Spirits, the attributes of numerous demonic objects appeared in Li Mu’s eyes. As expected from the spoils obtained from a Body Integration Demon Cultivator and a Mahayana Demon Cultivator, there were many excellent items among these demonic objects.
【Blood Origin Demonic Crystal】
【Rank: Eight-Rank Demonic Object】
【Characteristics: Dense Blood Origin, Overwhelming Devilish Qi, Devouring Vitality, Nourishing Demonic Energy.】
【Status: Crystal Light Flashing, Blood Qi Surging】
The Blood Origin Demonic Crystal, deeply buried beneath ancient battlefields, is formed by the condensed resentment and essence blood of countless fallen powerful Cultivators, containing ultimate evil and vitality. It can devour the Qi and vitality of all surrounding living beings, transforming it into Demonic Energy to nourish the holder’s evil cultivation. One who masters this object can control a sea of blood, using blood as a medium to cast forbidden demonic Spells.
【Demonic Evil Netherworld Stone】
【Rank: Seven-Rank Demonic Object】
【Characteristics: Demonic Evil Entanglement, Profound Netherworld, Corroding Will, Distorting Reality.】
【Status: Stone Surface Gloomy, Evil Qi Lingering】
Originating from the depths of the Netherworld abyss, the Demonic Evil Netherworld Stone, formed by the condensation of endless Devilish Qi and Netherworld power over tens of millions of Years, appears dark and lusterless, yet it emits terrifying Evil Qi capable of corroding the human heart. The holder of this stone can distort reality, confuse the mind, and drag enemies into endless fear and despair. It is a top-grade Material for refining demonic artifacts and enhancing demonic power.
【Yin Spirit Ghost Shadow Gauze】
【Rank: Seven-Rank Demonic Artifact】
【Characteristics: Yin Spirit Possession, Numerous Ghost Shadows, Obscuring Heavenly Secrets, Confusing Sight and Hearing.】
【Status: Light Gauze Drifting, Ghost Qi Eerie】
The Yin Spirit Ghost Shadow Gauze, woven from the resentment of countless deceased Souls, is as light and ethereal as mist, yet it contains endless coldness and Ghost Qi. It can obscure a portion of Heavenly Secrets and confuse sight and hearing, allowing the holder to freely move through shadows without a trace. At the same time, it can summon an army of Yin Spirits to assist in battle, silently invading the Divine Soul.
【Ghost Qi Senluo Pearl】
【Rank: Seven-Rank Netherworld Artifact】
【Characteristics: Ghost Qi Pervasive, Myriad Phenomena of Senluo, Soul-Stealing, Controlling the Netherworld.】
【Status: Pearl Body Gloomy Light, Ghost Qi Overflowing】
A supreme treasure born in the Netherworld, the Ghost Qi Senluo Pearl contains the purest Ghost Qi and power of Law from the Netherworld. It can steal Souls, control the Souls of living beings, making the holder a bridge between the Netherworld and the human world, possessing the ability to summon Netherworld creatures and perceive the mysteries of life and death. At night or in dark places, its power doubles.
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The attributes of numerous Spiritual Objects appeared one by one in Li Mu's eyes. Many were demonic Materials of extremely high value, and it would be a pity to destroy them just like that.
“Master, how should these be dealt with? Should we throw them away?” Mingyue looked at Li Mu expectantly, asking with some reluctance.
“Hmm, these Spiritual Objects are indeed not suitable for direct use in refining Puppets or Dao Artifacts,” Li Mu mused for a moment before saying, “However, they are not entirely useless. I can use a special method to purify these Evil Qi, and then extract the pure energy within them to strengthen your Puppet body, or as Materials for refining special Dao Artifacts.”
Upon hearing this, Mingyue’s eyes lit up, and she nodded excitedly: “Really? Master, that’s great! Hurry up and do it!”
Li Mu smiled and nodded, first categorizing the tens of thousands of high-rank Spiritual Objects before him and placing them into his tian xuan spiritual ring. Of course, he also discovered many demonic objects that Mingyue hadn't noticed, totaling seven or eight hundred.
Li Mu collected them, smiled faintly, and with a gentle wave of his hand, three clusters of Heavenly Fire leaped out from his body. The Azure-Blue Flood Dragon of Yin Yang Lightning Fire, the Purple-Gold Fire Phoenix of Extreme Yang Heavenly Fire, and the Scarlet Fire Dragon of Earth Vein Heavenly Fire circled around him, incredibly agile and dazzling.
The Purple-Gold Fire Phoenix landed on Li Mu's shoulder, chirping twice, as if confiding something.
Li Mu listened for a moment, and a faint smile involuntarily appeared on the corner of his mouth, understanding its meaning. The little fellow had put in a lot of effort in the last great battle and hadn't received payment yet, and now he wanted its help again, so it was a bit reluctant, urging him to demand payment.
“I know, I’ll give it to you after you finish the work. Look at those two, they’re not as greedy as you.” Li Mu smiled, gesturing to the Azure-Blue Flood Dragon and Scarlet Fire Dragon circling beside him, teasingly.
The Purple-Gold Fire Phoenix chirped twice again, disdainfully glancing at the two clusters of Heavenly Fire, flapping its wings vigorously, seemingly expressing dissatisfaction and protest.
Seeing this, Li Mu chuckled softly, comforting it with a smile: “Alright, alright, I won’t mistreat you this time. After dealing with these Spiritual Objects, I’ll give you a ‘fire essence dao pill’ to help your Fire Spirit power advance to the next level, how about that?”
The fire essence dao pill was a Seven-Rank Dao Pill created by Li Mu, using a large amount of four- and five-rank Spiritual Plants and Spiritual Roots as Alchemy Materials, extracting their essence and integrating the mysteries of the Dao of Fire Essence.
The fire essence dao pill, being of Seven-Rank, naturally had extraordinary medicinal effects. After consumption, it could not only significantly increase the cultivation of fire-elemental Spiritual Qi but also allow the consumer's Fire Spirit body to undergo a qualitative leap, significantly enhancing their comprehension and unleashed power of fire-elemental Spells and Martial Skills. More importantly, this pill could improve Fire Essence Aptitude and even potentially awaken some rare fire-elemental Divine Abilities.
Upon hearing the words ‘fire essence dao pill’, the Purple-Gold Fire Phoenix was first puzzled. It was an Innate Fire Spirit, and Medicinal Pills were actually not good for it to absorb, so it had never consumed one. It chirped twice, indicating that it wanted to see the Medicinal Pill first.
Li Mu smiled slightly, slowly taking out a jade box from his sleeve. Upon opening it, a fiery red, crystalline Medicinal Pill was revealed. Fiery patterns flowed on its surface, as if containing the Law of Fire between heaven and earth, emitting a heart-palpitating fluctuation.
The fire essence dao pill, in Li Mu’s hand, seemed to possess life, occasionally leaping with small flames, showcasing its extraordinary quality.
The Purple-Gold Fire Phoenix scrutinized the Medicinal Pill with its fiery gaze. As the Incarnation of Extreme Yang Heavenly Fire, its sensitivity to fire-elemental energy was extraordinary, capable of sensing the immense Fire Essence power contained within this Medicinal Pill, as well as the Fire Essence Dao it embodied.
Li Mu smiled slightly and explained, “Although this fire essence dao pill is in the form of a Medicinal Pill, the Dao of Fire Essence contained within it is a Fusion of my many Years of fire-elemental Spells and Alchemy. Although you are an Innate Fire Spirit, if you can absorb the Dao of Fire Essence within it, it will be of great benefit to your cultivation and Divine Abilities, and it might even help you advance further….”
Before Li Mu could finish speaking, the Purple-Gold Fire Phoenix flickered, transforming into a streak of light that lightly landed beside the jade box in Li Mu’s hand. Extending its neck, its beak was about to snatch the Dao Pill.
Unexpectedly, Li Mu waved his large hand, putting the Medicinal Pill into his storage ring one step ahead.
“Finish the work first! Don’t try to be sly.” Li Mu had already anticipated this move and scolded it with a smile.
The Purple-Gold Fire Phoenix angrily flapped its wings, its eyes suddenly showing eagerness. The frequency of its wing flapping also quickened, seemingly expressing its extreme satisfaction with this reward and its urgent desire to obtain it, hoping Li Mu would hurry up.
At this moment, the Azure-Blue Flood Dragon and Scarlet Fire Dragon were also attracted by the ‘fire essence dao pill’ and proactively approached Li Mu, as if afraid they would be left out.
“Haha, don’t worry, I have plenty of these Dao Pills.” Li Mu laughed heartily, reassuring them: “Cooperate with me well and finish the work quickly! You all will get one.”
Although the massive quantity of harvested four- and five-rank Spirit Medicines lacked some spirituality, Li Mu, relying on his Level 7 Alchemy, extracted and refined their essence one by one, transforming waste into treasure.
Soon, Li Mu’s Divine Sense attached to the three clusters of Heavenly Fire, he performed the Artifact Refining Divine Ability - Heavenly Fire as Furnace, driving them to form a three-colored Skyfire Refining Furnace, and sent all the demonic objects before him into the Refining Furnace.
Inside the three-colored Skyfire Refining Furnace, flames immediately surged, with blue, purple-gold, and scarlet flames intertwining to form a dazzling sea of fire. With the ‘fire essence dao pill’ as a reward, the three clusters of Heavenly Fire worked extremely hard, pouring out their full firepower.
Li Mu stood before the furnace, his hands rapidly forming Seals, murmuring incantations, guiding the power of Heavenly Fire to purify and refine the demonic objects within the furnace.
Mingyue watched intently from the side. Since her birth, she had seen Li Mu perform Artifact Refining and talisman crafting countless times, and each time it was so magnificent and grand, filling her heart with awe for her master’s strength.
Inside the three-colored Skyfire Refining Furnace, the flames were like a raging ocean, with surging waves. Hundreds to thousands of demonic objects were refined together. They tried to transform into spirits and escape, however, with the force of a thunderbolt, the surging lightning fire directly erased their Demonic Nature; the purple-gold fire, like the Extreme Yang of the scorching sun, purified the darkness and Yin Qi within the demonic objects; and the Earth Vein Heavenly Fire, like the rage of the earth, obliterated the Yin Qi and arrogance within the demonic objects….
The three clusters of Heavenly Fire cooperated tacitly, forming a perfect purification cycle under Li Mu’s powerful Divine Sense, intermingling in the sea of fire. Accompanied by wails of Demonic Nature and the sounds of artifacts shattering… becoming weaker and weaker, until finally, only the roaring sound of endless Heavenly Fire remained.
Mingyue, silently guarding behind Li Mu, could clearly see that the demonic objects in the Pill Furnace, which had originally emitted dense black Qi and a bloody Qi, gradually lost their original ferocity and Demonic Nature under the scorching of the three-colored flames. The black Qi was swallowed by the flames, turning into nothingness; the bloody Qi was purified by the flames, transforming into pure Blood Origin essence pearls.
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As time passed, the commotion inside the three-colored Skyfire Refining Furnace gradually subsided. Li Mu’s Divine Sense still calmly controlled everything, the speed of his hand Seals gradually slowed, and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.
Finally, when the last trace of Devilish Qi was completely purified and all demonic objects were transformed into pure energy and Materials, Li Mu gently exhaled, withdrawing the Divine Sense attached to the Heavenly Fire. The three-colored Skyfire Refining Furnace then disintegrated, and a scorching aura emanated from it, completely different from the previous heart-palpitating Devilish Qi. (End of Chapter)
