The man in green robes remained silent for a moment, a complex expression flashing in his eyes. He was suspicious of Li Mu's words, yet couldn't completely deny them. After all, he was well aware of Wan Gu Yu's strength; to be able to fight six opponents at once, even to the point of mutual destruction, such a feat truly matched his character.
"Fellow Daoist, since Pavilion Master Wan has fallen, the Wanbao Pavilion's Pavilion Master Token... I wonder if it is in your possession?" The man in green robes pondered for a moment, then looked at Li Mu, asking with a hint of probing.
"Pavilion Master Token! Are you talking about this?" Li Mu smiled slightly, then retrieved the myriad treasure escape token from his tianxuan ring and displayed it towards the spirit communication treasure mirror.
When the man in green robes saw the myriad treasure escape token in Li Mu's hand, a flicker of fervent light flashed in his eyes, but he quickly suppressed it.
The man in green robes took a deep breath, trying to calm his tone, and nodded, saying, "Indeed, this is precisely the Wanbao Pavilion's Pavilion Master Token. Since Fellow Daoist possesses this token, you must know its importance. May I ask if Fellow Daoist would be willing to return this token to my Wanbao Pavilion? My Wanbao Pavilion will certainly offer a generous reward."
Li Mu heard this, smiled slightly, and put the Pavilion Master Token back into his tianxuan ring. He said indifferently, "There's no need for a generous reward, but I do have some needs. I wonder if your esteemed pavilion can satisfy them?"
Seeing that Li Mu did not directly refuse, the man in green robes felt a little relieved and quickly said, "Fellow Daoist, please state your needs. As long as my Wanbao Pavilion can do it, we will do our best to satisfy them."
Li Mu nodded and slowly said, "I need some rare Alchemy spirit Materials, especially the essence of grand unity, limitless qi, nine-leaf azure lotus, ten thousand year earth vein stalactite, and other items. I wonder if your esteemed pavilion can provide them?"
Upon hearing this, the man in green robes frowned slightly. The high-order spirit Materials Li Mu requested were all extremely rare and valuable items.
The man in green robes pondered for a moment, then spoke, "The spirit Materials Fellow Daoist requires are indeed precious. However, my Wanbao Pavilion has a profound Legacy, and we might be able to gather a portion. It's just that the value of these spirit Materials is extraordinary. If I can gather them for Fellow Daoist, are you truly willing to exchange them for the Pavilion Master Token?"
Li Mu smiled slightly and said indifferently, "The Pavilion Master Token is a supreme treasure of the Wanbao Pavilion, and it's useless for me to keep it. If your esteemed pavilion can provide the spirit Materials I need, I am naturally willing to return this token."
Upon hearing this, the man in green robes secretly calculated in his heart. Currently, they were communicating through the spirit communication treasure mirror, and he didn't know the other party's true identity, so he was powerless to seize it by force. Although the conditions proposed by the other party were harsh, they were not completely unacceptable. As long as they could retrieve the Pavilion Master Token, the Wanbao Pavilion's losses could be minimized.
Thinking of this, the man in green robes nodded and said, "Since Fellow Daoist has such sincerity, my Wanbao Pavilion is also willing to trade with Fellow Daoist. However, the high-order spirit Materials you seek are indeed rare, and I need some time to gather them. How about this: give me some time to gather these high-order spirit Materials, and then we can set a time to communicate again through the spirit communication treasure mirror?"
Li Mu nodded gently, indicating understanding: "Naturally, high-order spirit Materials are indeed not easy to obtain, and I am not an unreasonable person. However, I hope your esteemed pavilion can gather them as soon as possible; my patience is also limited."
The man in green robes quickly assured, "Fellow Daoist, rest assured, my Wanbao Pavilion will do its utmost to gather the required spirit Materials as soon as possible. Regardless of the progress, how about we contact each other in ten days?"
"Alright, may I ask Fellow Daoist's esteemed surname?" Li Mu nodded and asked the other party.
The man in green robes was slightly startled, then showed a faint smile, his tone carrying a hint of self-importance: "My surname is Wan, and my given name is Ziliang. I am the Pavilion Master of the Eastern Star Domain Branch of the Wanbao Pavilion in the Central Star Domain. May I ask Fellow Daoist's esteemed surname?"
Li Mu heard this, smiled slightly, and said, "So it's Pavilion Master Wan, my apologies for the disrespect. My surname is Mu, just a mere Loose Cultivator, no need for Pavilion Master Wan to worry about me."
A strange look flashed in Wan Ziliang's eyes. He naturally knew that someone who could possess the Wanbao Pavilion's Pavilion Master Token could never be a simple Loose Cultivator. But since the other party was unwilling to reveal more, he didn't press further. So, he changed the subject and said, "Mu Daoyou, for the ten-day period, my Wanbao Pavilion will do its utmost not to fail your trust. During this time, if there is any progress, I will also communicate with Fellow Daoist at any time through the spirit communication treasure mirror."
Li Mu nodded gently and said, "That's excellent, then I'll trouble Pavilion Master Wan. We'll meet again in ten days."
With that, Li Mu gently waved his sleeve, and the light of the spirit communication treasure mirror dissipated accordingly. The images of both parties vanished without a trace in each other's eyes.
Wan Ziliang gazed at the gradually dimming light of the spirit communication treasure mirror, secretly pondering: Who exactly is this Li Mu? To be able to possess the Pavilion Master Token and propose such rare spirit Materials as exchange conditions. However, as long as the Pavilion Master Token can be retrieved, all efforts are worthwhile.
On the other side, Li Mu put away the spirit communication treasure mirror, and with a thought of his Divine Sense, the next jade box appeared in his hand.
The surface of the seventh jade box was covered with a faint spiritual light, as if isolated from the outside world, forming its own Universe. Li Mu reached out and gently touched it. The spiritual light on the surface of the jade box subtly fluctuated, then slowly dissipated, revealing the contents within.
Inside the jade box, a disc-shaped Artifact lay quietly, covered with complex Artifact patterns and Formation paths, emitting a faint starlight, like the myriad stars in the night sky.
Under Heavenly Talent - Identifying Myriad Spirits, the attribute information of the disc-shaped Artifact appeared before his eyes.
【Circumstellar Illusion Killing Plate】
【Grade: Seventh Order Formation Plate】
【Attributes: Star Illusion Array, Star Domain Teleportation, Star Resonance, Star Domain, Star Retrospection, Myriad Star Formation Power.】
【Status: Spirit Essence full, Formation diagram complete.】
【The Circumstellar Illusion Killing Plate, with an eighth order Xing Yu crystal core as its core, supplemented by seventh order star crystal sand, sixth order star spirit jade, and many other rare Materials, was meticulously refined by an Artifact Refining Grandmaster through eighty-one processes. This plate is not only a powerful offensive and defensive Magic Treasure, but also a rare Artifact plate Formation Artifact. It can utilize the power of the stars to set up a complex Star Illusion Array, trapping people in endless illusions, making them unable to extricate themselves. At the same time, it also possesses the ability of Star Domain Teleportation, allowing for instant movement within a certain range to evade enemy attacks. Star Resonance and Star Domain can further activate the power of surrounding stars, forming a Star Domain, gathering the power of the Myriad Star Array. Within this Domain, the wielder's strength will be greatly enhanced. Star Retrospection is one of its most mysterious abilities, capable of tracing star trajectories and peeking into the past, but unfortunately, this ability was damaged during the refining process and cannot be fully utilized.】
Looking at the Circumstellar Illusion Killing Plate in his hand, Li Mu couldn't help but feel a slight regret. Although this Formation Artifact was already powerful, the refining technique failed to fully utilize its Materials. Especially the precious eighth order Xing Yu crystal core, in the hands of this Artifact Refining Grandmaster, it couldn't unleash its full potential, which was truly a waste of Heaven's gifts.
"If it were refined by me, this Circumstellar Illusion Killing Plate would surely reach a higher level." A confident light flashed in Li Mu's eyes as he murmured.
Li Mu had a profound understanding of the Dao of Artifact Refining, and he was quite adept at refining star Formation Artifacts. If it were handed to him for refining, there was a certain chance of refining it into an eighth order Formation Artifact.
Li Mu couldn't help but shake his head gently, sighing, "What a pity, such rare spirit Materials were wasted like this."
Although this Circumstellar Illusion Killing Plate was already a rare treasure, in Li Mu's eyes, there was still room for improvement.
Li Mu carefully examined the Circumstellar Illusion Killing Plate in his hand, secretly calculating how to improve it. If he could re-refine it, he would definitely enhance the power of this Formation Plate on its original basis, and at the same time, he would be able to repair the damaged Star Retrospection ability, allowing this Magic Treasure to truly unleash its full potential.
However, reality was cruel. It was not easy for Li Mu to re-refine it, especially for a high-order Formation Artifact like the Circumstellar Illusion Killing Plate, which required enormous Materials and effort. Moreover, even with his superb Artifact Refining skills, he couldn't guarantee success every time he refined it.
Thinking of this, Li Mu couldn't help but sigh. He withdrew his Divine Sense. Since he already had the Star Array, this seventh order Circumstellar Illusion Killing Plate was better than nothing. Li Mu put it into his tianxuan ring and focused his attention on the next jade box.
Li Mu's Divine Sense moved again, and the eighth jade box silently appeared in his palm under his mental control.
Compared to the previous ones, this jade box seemed to have an added sense of antiquity and vicissitude. The spiritual light flowing on it was also deeper, as if it contained some ancient and mysterious power. The surface of the jade box was carved with intricate patterns, each pattern seemingly narrating a forgotten history. Spiritual light flowed within them, sometimes like a trickling stream, sometimes like surging waves, giving an indescribable sense of oppression.
Li Mu's gaze became increasingly solemn. He slowly stretched out his hand, his fingertips gently touching the layer of spiritual light.
The spiritual light trembled slightly, and the jade box's sealing Restriction was broken accordingly, then slowly dissipated, revealing the treasure inside the jade box.
The moment the jade box opened and the spiritual light dissipated, a faint fragrance emanated from within. The fragrance seemed to penetrate one's Soul, causing one's mind to tremble.
Inside the jade box, a seemingly ordinary yet extraordinary seed lay quietly. This seed was the size of a thumb, its surface covered with intricate patterns. The complex patterns contained the Profound Truth of Heaven and Earth, emitting a faint fragrance that calmed the mind upon smelling it, as if one had a sense of enlightenment. The color of the seed was a deep dark green, containing endless vitality and wisdom, which made Li Mu's mind tremble.
Under Heavenly Talent - Identifying Myriad Spirits, the attribute information of that Spirit Seed was clearly displayed in Li Mu's eyes.
【Enlightenment Tea Spirit Seed (Sealed)】
【Grade: Eighth Order Dao Seed】
【Attributes: Enlightenment Essence, Dao Rhyme Circulation, Spiritual Compatibility, Myriad Ages Legacy, Dao Rhyme Deeply Hidden.】
【Status: Dao Rhyme condensed, Spirit Essence self-sealed, awaiting unsealing and Awakening】
【The tea seed produced by an eighth order Enlightenment Tea Tree. The Enlightenment Tea Tree is a supreme Spiritual Root that grows in the place where the Universe's Chaos first separated. This tree gathers the Profound Truth of Heaven and Earth and the essence of Dao Rhyme, and it takes myriad ages to nurture Enlightenment Tea. This Spirit Seed is the tea seed of the Enlightenment Tea. The Spirit Essence is deeply hidden within the seed, and the Dao Rhyme circulates endlessly. Although it has not yet Awakened, it already contains endless wisdom and power of enlightenment. It is the Dao Seed for cultivating an eighth order Enlightenment Tea Tree. It requires infusion with Chaos Power, planting in Nine Ruins Spirit Soil, and watering with a drop of Heaven One Divine Water to break its shell and sprout.】
Looking at the eighth order Enlightenment Tea Spirit Seed in his palm, Li Mu's eyes sparkled with unconcealed surprise. He happened to meet all the unsealing conditions. He cultivated a body of Chaos True Essence, he had a considerable stock of Nine Ruins Spirit Soil, and the unique Heaven One Divine Water was also among his sealed treasures. It was just a pity that now was not a good time to unseal it.
Putting the Enlightenment Tea Spirit Seed back into the jade box and then into his tianxuan ring, Li Mu's attention shifted to the last jade box.
The ninth jade box slowly appeared in Li Mu's palm under his mental control. Compared to the previous eight jade boxes, this one was remarkably different. Its surface had no spiritual light flowing, nor any complex patterns. Instead, it presented a simple and unadorned texture, as if it had undergone the baptism of countless Years, settling into a state of returning to simplicity.
The material of the jade box seemed ordinary, yet it gave a profound feeling, as if it concealed some power beyond the mundane.
Li Mu's gaze fell on the jade box, and a faint sense of anticipation arose in his heart. The weight of the jade box in his hand was unexpectedly light, as if it contained nothing, but this was merely an illusion.
Li Mu took a deep breath and slowly opened the jade box.
Inside the jade box, a simple scroll lay quietly. On the scroll, intricate and mysterious patterns were embroidered with golden threads. These patterns seemed to contain some Profound Truth of Heaven and Earth, inspiring awe at first glance. An ancient and profound aura immediately assailed him.
Under Heavenly Talent - Identifying Myriad Spirits, all the attribute information of the scroll was displayed before Li Mu's eyes.
【Primal Gang Beast Skin Scroll · Artifact Recipe Scroll】
【Grade: eighth order spirit material】
【Attributes: Heavenly Gang Forging, Years' Sedimentation, Primal Gang Condensation, Heavenly Spirit Nourishment, Ancient Method Immortality.】
【Status: Years without trace, spirit patterns introverted.】
【This Primal Gang Beast Skin Scroll contains a secret Artifact Refining technique originating from the Primordial Era. Its spiritual patterns are profound, capable of connecting with the power of the Heavenly Gang. To preserve its patterns, one must activate the introverted spiritual patterns within the scroll and unlock the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron refining method recorded within, with a reverent heart and by leveraging the power of the firmament. This method gathers ancient Primordial techniques, integrating the essence of Heaven and Earth Spirit Materials, as well as the Artifact Refining Profound Truths of harmonizing the Five Elements and reversing the Universe, into one furnace. Once comprehended, one is bound to take a Divine step in the Dao of Artifacts.】
【Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron Refining Method】
【Grade: Ninth Order Artifact Diagram】
【Attributes: Artifact Rhyme Reaching Heaven, Infinite Transformations, Myriad Treasures Return to One, Heaven and Earth Resonance.】
【Status: Divine patterns awaiting activation.】
【This Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron Refining Method is the Peak work of the Dao of Artifacts, recording the supreme secret method for refining the eighth order supreme treasure, the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron. An Artifact Refining Grandmaster must possess a reverent heart and master Divine-tier Artifact Refining techniques to gradually unveil its hidden Profound Truths. The Artifact scroll contains refining methods, each step being a natural Heavenly Dao. Those who are not extraordinary in the Dao of Artifacts will find it difficult to grasp its profoundness. The first method is "Chaos Furnace," the second is "Five Elements Reincarnation," the third is "Heavenly Gang and Earthly Fiend," the fourth is "Star Refining," the fifth is "Spirit Treasure Returning to True," and the final method is "Myriad Treasures Unification." ... One must enter the realm of unity between Heaven and man to fully comprehend the Artifact scroll and master the supreme method of refining the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron. During refining, one must gather the Spirit Materials of Heaven and Earth and fuse the essence of myriad treasures to forge a peerless Divine Artifact that will shake the Universe.】
On the scroll, countless profound runes and Formation diagrams were densely recorded, each stroke containing the Profound Truth of Heaven and Earth. Li Mu's gaze slowly swept across the scroll, and his heart couldn't help but tremble. These runes and Formation diagrams were precisely the supreme Profound Truths of the Dao of Artifact Refining—the refining method of the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron!
"Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron..." Li Mu murmured softly, a fervent light flashing in his eyes.
This scroll actually completely recorded the refining method of the ninth order Dao Artifact - Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron. How could Li Mu not be extremely excited?
Li Mu took a deep breath and completely immersed his mind in the scroll. The runes and Formation diagrams on the scroll seemed to come alive, transforming into streams of light that poured into his mind. His consciousness seemed to be pulled into a strange space, surrounded by endless Void Realm. Countless brilliant stars floated in the Void Realm, each representing a mystery of Artifact Refining.
"Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron, with Heaven and Earth as the furnace, with stars as the fire, melting all things, forging a supreme Divine Artifact..." An ancient and majestic voice resounded in Li Mu's mind, as if explaining the refining method of the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron to him. (End of Chapter)
