By the edge of the vast ocean.
Chen Yun, Wu Kejun, Qin Ming and others descended slowly, gazing at the waves by the shore.
At this time, during the late afternoon, the sunset glow shone on the vast ocean, seemingly turning even the spring waters into gold.
One wave after another surged forward, the surging tide was awe-inspiring.
As if, if someone were to be deeply immersed in it, they would certainly be consumed.
This is the power of nature, and without an enlightened master who has achieved true cultivation, it is almost impossible to resist.
Different from the admiration of the others, as Chen Yun gazed at the vast ocean, his mind was contemplating the words just spoken by Longnv Sanjiu.
Here, both crises and opportunities coexist, giving birth to countless treasures, as well as various extraordinary spiritual roots of the earth.
It doesn't matter if it's a treasure or not. At the moment, what Chen Yun wants most is three different spiritual roots of the earth.
The three spiritual roots of the heavens and earth are: Longkuxiao grass, Jiutian Xuanshen, and Xian Honghua.
This is just enough to meet the high-end ingredients required for the practice of transforming essence into qi.
Of course, Chen Yun still lacks many auxiliary herbs, which he can only gather after leaving the Riyue Tan Dongtian (Moon and Sun Pond Cavern), and then return to the Transmission Temple to pick them from the herb garden.
The herb garden of his teacher was originally for the use of his disciples and followers, so he feels quite justified in using it.
What puzzles Chen Yun slightly is that he has been in the Riyue Tan Dongtian for nearly half a year, and it seems that he has hardly seen any herbs from the transmission temple's herb garden.
For example, the main herb for the foundation-construction soup, the Yin-Yang Star Grass, is not available here.
He estimates that this herb is very rare in the world, which is why He Xinggu and Wang Zhongyang wanted to construct the foundation for their disciples, they had to come and seek medicine.
Actually, whether or not this herb is available here is of no concern to him.
What puzzles Chen Yun is why the various required herbs in the《Da Luo Ling Tang》, including the one in Riyue Tan Dongtian, are not available, yet the transmission temple's herb garden has it.
As if the person who invented the《Da Luo Ling Tang》is aware that he will become a disciple of Zhong Lifeng.
For the first time, he felt as if his life had been "planned," with an unseen great force subtly propelling him, pushing him to rapidly advance in cultivation.
"Why?"
Chen Yun has always been unable to figure it out.
The only thing Chen Yun knows is that, from the current situation, it seems that the person secretly propelling the waves has no ill intentions towards him.
On the contrary, it seems to be full of goodwill.
As if the person who is very likely to be one of the Three Pure Ones of Three Realms and Three Treasures, hopes that Chen Yun can attain enlightenment and become a immortal as soon as possible, even reaching a higher realm.
Of course, Chen Yun is still unsure whether the inventor of the《Da Luo Ling Tang》is indeed one of the Three Pure Ones of Three Realms and Three Treasures. He is merely guessing, as this is a world of Taoist mythology. As for those who have the ability to reach the Dàluó realm, he currently knows only three, that is, the Three Pure Ones.
It's definitely not possible for those who have not reached this level to have invented the《Da Luo Ling Tang》!
Think about it, it's not realistic.
Various thoughts kept rising and swirling in Chen Yun's mind.
However, he knows that this is not the time to think about such things.
Since he has arrived at Riyue Yong Quan, his primary goal now should be to obtain the three herbs required for the high-performance refining of essence into qi soup, and to break through to the High-level Monk as soon as possible.
While thinking, Wu Kejun, as the nominal leader of the team, began to take charge. " Everyone, we will rest by the shore for the night. Tomorrow, we will start implementing the plan. First, we will help Qin Dao friend, Zhang Dao friend and others obtain the required spiritual roots of heaven and earth. Well, these are the last two tasks left for us before we came here, aside from me. Of course, the final task is to go to Yinlong Island and lure out that dragon so that I can smoothly obtain the treasure Silver Dragon Spear. At that time, I will need everyone's help once more."
"Wu Master is too modest."
"This journey to Riyue Tan Dongtian, we have helped each other."
"You didn't really have anything you wanted before, and you kept helping us get what we wanted. Now, it's time for you to be repaid."
Qin Ming, Longnv Sanjiu, and others all opened their mouths to respond.
Chen Yun also nodded in agreement. Indeed, throughout this journey, Wu Kejun has rarely wanted to obtain any spiritual roots of heaven and earth. He has always been quietly contributing, and now that it's the final moment of exploring Riyue Tan Dongtian, it's only natural for everyone to repay him so that he can obtain the treasure he desires.
Wu Kejun made some polite remarks to everyone and then spoke in detail, "Some of you may be visiting Riyue Tan Dongtian for the first time and not very familiar with Riyue Yong Quan. I'll explain to you what kinds of dangers we might encounter in the next three tasks."
This is very important, as it concerns the life and death of our team.
Chen Yun focused his spirit and said, "Wu Master, please go ahead. We will listen carefully."
The others also nodded slightly in agreement with Chen Yun's words, indicating that they would not interrupt Wu Kejun when he spoke.
Seeing everyone's reaction, Wu Kejun didn't beat around the bush and spoke directly, "First, for tomorrow's journey, we need to go to the nearby Bipo Island to help Qin Dao friend obtain the Blue Sea Pearl."
He paused for a moment here and emphasized the introduction of the Blue Sea Pearl, saying, "Although the Blue Sea Pearl sounds like a artifact or treasure, it is actually a herb in reality. However, it is not a spiritual root but a essence of treasure hidden in the heart of an animal called Bipo Beast. If you put it in your mouth, it can make people have the ability to avoid water. Of course, if you refine it, you can also enhance your own cultivation level to some extent."
Chen Yun has a general understanding of the effects of the Blue Sea Pearl.
He estimates that Qin Ming wants to obtain this pearl is very likely not to use it as a medicine, but to take advantage of its water-resistant properties and explore some treasure in a certain place.
He doesn't feel comfortable asking about what Fanying is going to do, as everyone has their own secrets. Just like his biggest secret is the《Da Luo Ling Tang》, he can't just say anything when others ask.
Wu Kejun was still speaking, "Tomorrow's journey should not be too dangerous. Although the Bipo Beast has the strength of a high-level Monk in the late stage, with over forty cultivators joining forces, we are definitely capable of defeating it."
Upon hearing this, the others nodded slightly, as if expressing that they were not worried.
Wu Kejun changed his tone, "However, the next day when we help Zhang Dao friend obtain the spiritual root of heaven and earth called Hundred Elements Vitality Grass, the danger may be quite large."
An ascetic named Zhang Youcai opened his mouth to speak, "I injured my vital energy when I was young and have been unable to advance further. The Hundred Elements Vitality Grass can help me repair my damaged foundation. Please help me at that time."
"No problem."
"We have been through thick and thin together in Riyue Tan Dongtian for so long; your matter is our matter."
Everyone gave a very patriotic response.
Wu Kejun introduced the specific situation, "The Hundred Elements Vitality Grass grows on the bottom of the water, which is about ten thousand li away from Bipo Island. If ordinary people think it's very far, but for us cultivators, it's basically not a problem. However, we will have to enter the water at that time. Since none of us have practiced the art of avoiding water, our strength may be greatly reduced. We not only have to face various aquatic spirits but also hack through waves and torrents in order to approach that herb."
There must be spiritual beasts guarding the herb.
Chen Yun immediately guessed.
Sure enough, Wu Kejun's expression became serious, "The protective spiritual beast of the Hundred Elements Vitality Grass is an extraordinary spiritual beast that exists on the level of a high-level Monk. It is called Shen Huan Chao Xiu Gong. Well, it's a kind of shrimp-like spirit animal, but it's different from the shrimp we are familiar with. It has a hard shell all over its body that cannot be destroyed, and two huge pincers that are unbreakable. My party may not be its match…"
Zhang Ling suddenly interjected, "Mr. Chen's Ice Ring treasure isn't effective, is it?"
Chen Yun was also thinking about this question. Upon hearing Zhang Ling's question, he looked towards Wu Kejun's face.
"It's called Shen Huan Chao Xiu Gong." Wu Kejun emphasized the words, "As the name implies, this kind of spiritual beast is most not afraid of severe cold. Even the most extreme cold can't hurt it at all. On the contrary, it's afraid of powerful anomalous fire. But as you know, we are going deep into the water. Ordinary fire techniques cannot be carried out. Even if there is anomalous fire, its power will be greatly reduced due to entering water. I'm afraid it cannot hurt Shen Huan Chao Xiu Gong because we don't have any anomalous fire."
Alright, based on Wu Kejun's words, Shen Huan Chao Xiu Gong seems to be a troublesome opponent.
Chen Yun knew he couldn't force the issue, but he believed that Wu Kejun must have a corresponding battle plan, or else he wouldn't have brought everyone on this dangerous adventure.
Indeed, Wu Kejun had already thought of a battle plan, "So we can't fight head-on; we must use strategy. I've roughly thought of a plan. It's just about dividing the group into two: one part to distract the attention of Shen Huan Chao Xiu Gong and temporarily take it away from its territory, while the other part assists Zhang Dao friend in picking the Hundred Elements Vitality Grass."
It seems like this is the only way.
Chen Yun and Qin Ming, Longnv Sanjiu, and others all agreed.
"Um, I personally think these two tasks are not too difficult," Wu Kejun took a deep breath, "The hardest part is obtaining the Silver Dragon Spear."
Upon mentioning this, Qin Ming sighed and said, "That dragon, fifty years ago was powerful enough to be on par with high-level Monks in the late stage. After so many years have passed, it is likely that it has become even stronger. It might be on par with Wu Kejun's level."
A super spirit beast at the level of a Master?
The people couldn't help but tremble all over. Such a super spirit beast at the level of a Master might be able to cause massive casualties with just a casual swipe.
The most crucial point is that it seems like the combat will be mostly in water, which will limit everyone's abilities and prevent them from fully utilizing their strength.
So, helping Wu Kejun obtain the Silver Dragon Spear might result in fatalities.
For a moment, everyone fell silent.
Fortunately, Wu Kejun added quickly, "I certainly wouldn't gamble with everyone's lives. So at that time, we will still use the tactic of hitting the enemy from the east while feigning a counterattack. I will lead the way, attract the attention of the dragon to distract it, and you all will help obtain the Silver Dragon Spear. If the situation is truly dangerous and we cannot obtain the Silver Dragon Spear, I won't force everyone to continue to risk their lives. We will wait and see how things turn out first."
"Okay."
"We'll do our best."
"Wu Master, let me say this beforehand. If we really can't see any hope of obtaining the Silver Dragon Spear, we will stop trying. You can't say that we didn't try our best."
Everyone felt relieved upon hearing that it wasn't a requirement to obtain the Silver Dragon Spear.
Chen Yun was not overly worried, as he still had two life-saving elixir gases bestowed by his mentor. As long as the dragon did not reach the level of a celestial being, it should not threaten his life.
It's just that elixirs of saving lives like this, if possible, he should not use them unless absolutely necessary. You never know what kind of danger he might encounter in the future. Perhaps these things are useful for saving lives!
(End of Chapter)
