As that ancient and majestic voice rang out, the Chaos Power in the Void Realm slightly paused, as if suppressed by an invisible force.
Li Mu frowned, his gaze like lightning, quickly locking onto the source of the voice.
Deep within the Void Realm, a brilliant starlight suddenly lit up, and then, the starlight poured down like a waterfall, condensing into six figures.
The leader was an old man with white hair and beard, draped in a Starry Sky robe, holding an ancient Star Staff.
The old man's Face was benevolent, but between his brows, there was an Aura of unapproachable majesty.
His eyes were as deep as the Starry Sky, and with each step he took in the Void Realm, a ripple of starlight spread out.
Behind the old man, three men and two women followed closely, each exuding a powerful Aura, clearly top-tier experts of the Star Turtle Clan.
The six figures stepped through the Void Realm, surrounded by starlight, exuding a powerful Aura, as if the entire Starry Sky was making way for them.
"Old Ancestor!" Xing Yu's eyes lit up with joy when he saw the old man, and he struggled to call out.
The old man nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over Xing Yu, a complex look flashing in his eyes, then he turned to Li Mu, his tone calm but with an undeniable majesty: "Fellow Daoist, could you give this Old Ancestor some Face and temporarily cease your actions?"
Li Mu's gaze narrowed slightly; the Aura of this old man was unfathomable, possessing the cultivation Aura of the Ultimate Path Realm.
The three men and two women, two Eighth-rank Demon Cultivators and three Seven-rank True Spirits, also possessed considerable strength.
"Since Senior has spoken, Junior will naturally comply.
However, this Cauldron belongs to my old friend, and I must take it today." Li Mu controlled the Chaos Zhenyuan Disk, slowing down the Seal speed, and looked at the old man, indicating.
"Presumptuous!" Among the three men and two women behind the old man, a burly middle-aged man roared, his eyes flashing with cold light, clearly extremely displeased with Li Mu's attitude.
He took a step forward, his body exploding with starlight, like a ferocious beast poised to strike, ready to act at any moment.
"Xing Huang, step back." The old man decisively spoke, interrupting him.
Upon hearing this, the middle-aged man named Xing Huang, though unwilling, respectfully stepped back and bowed: "Yes, Old Ancestor."
The old man's gaze fell on Li Mu again, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes as he praised: "As expected of Li Jianxian, at such a young age, he possesses such courage.
No wonder he could consecutively defeat the Eternal Demon God and the Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor! Truly the Human Race's number one Cultivator!"
As soon as these words came out, the three men and two women behind the old man all showed shocked expressions, looking at Li Mu in disbelief.
They clearly had not expected that this young Cultivator before them would have such astonishing battle achievements, consecutively defeating the Eternal Demon God and the Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor, a feat that even their Old Ancestor might not be able to accomplish easily.
Xing Yu, trapped in the Chaos Great Array and revealing his true form, widened his turtle eyes, unable to believe that his opponent was such a terrifying existence.
He originally thought he had only lost to a Human Race Genius, but he never expected that the other party was a peerless expert who could even defeat the Eternal Demon God and the Celestial Phoenix Immortal Emperor.
For a moment, Xing Yu was both shocked and regretful; if he had known this, he would never have easily made an enemy of Li Mu.
Seeing the varied expressions of the crowd, the old man smiled slightly and continued to say to Li Mu: "Li Jianxian, this Old Ancestor is Xing Qiong, the Old Ancestor of the Star Turtle Clan.
What happened today might be a misunderstanding.
Although this Cauldron was acquired by our clan, if it truly belongs to Li Jianxian's old friend, this Old Ancestor is unwilling to forcibly keep it."
"However, this Cauldron is extraordinarily powerful and can serve as our clan's treasure for suppressing Luck.
Our clan expended considerable effort to acquire it.
If Fellow Daoist insists on taking it by force, I'm afraid it might not be appropriate!" The old man paused for a moment, then changed his tone and continued.
As the old man's words fell, the atmosphere in the Void Realm instantly became heavy.
Starlight and Chaos Power intertwined in the Void Realm, like two invisible forces secretly competing.
Li Mu's expression remained unchanged, his gaze still firm.
The Chaos Zhenyuan Disk in his hand trembled slightly, emitting a faint Chaos Aura, seemingly responding to the old man's pressure.
"Senior!" Li Mu's expression remained unchanged as he stated directly, "This Cauldron is crucial to my Cultivation.
Since I have found it today, I will never let go.
If Senior insists on obstructing me, Junior can only offend you."
Upon hearing this, the old man's brows furrowed slightly.
After a moment of contemplation, he said: "Li Jianxian, this Old Ancestor is not an unreasonable person.
Although this Cauldron was obtained by our clan, if it truly has a connection with you, this Old Ancestor is unwilling to forcibly take it.
However, this Cauldron is related to our clan's Luck.
If you insist on taking it, you must agree to three conditions from this Old Ancestor."
Li Mu's eyes flashed as he asked: "What conditions?"
The old man smiled slightly, a deep light flashing in his eyes, and slowly said: "Li Jianxian not only has profound cultivation, cultivating the Chaotic Great Dao, but his Artifact Refining skills are also renowned.
This Old Ancestor has long heard of them.
The first matter is that our clan has always relied on Star Power as its Foundation, but we are somewhat lacking in Artifact Refining.
We hope Li Jianxian can refine an Eighth-rank Formation Artifact for our clan.
The spiritual materials will be provided by our clan.
Regarding this Cauldron, this Old Ancestor can make a concession."
Upon hearing this, Li Mu's brows raised slightly, feeling a little surprised.
An Eighth-rank Formation Artifact was no small matter and required a great deal of mental effort to refine.
However, if he could exchange it for the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron, it would be worth it.
"What Senior said, Junior can agree to." Li Mu pondered for a moment, then nodded: "However, refining an Eighth-rank Formation Artifact requires a great deal of time and effort.
Junior currently has other important matters, so I'm afraid I cannot complete it in a short time."
"No problem, this matter can be completed within a hundred years! What do you think, Li Jianxian?" The old man smiled slightly, his tone carrying a hint of generosity and understanding.
Li Mu pondered for a moment, then nodded: "Since Senior is so magnanimous, Junior will naturally do his best.
What is Senior's second condition?"
Seeing Li Mu agree so readily, a hint of satisfaction flashed in the old man's eyes, and he then said: "The second matter is related to a Secret Realm."
The old man paused, then introduced with a hint of solemnity: "Our clan has guarded an ancient Secret Realm for generations, named 'Star Radiance Secret Realm'.
This Secret Realm was opened by our clan's ancestors with supreme Divine Ability, containing endless Star Power, which is the Foundation of our clan's Cultivation.
However, in the past thousand years, the Star Power in the Secret Realm has gradually become chaotic, and there have even been signs of spatial collapse.
If it is not repaired soon, the entire Secret Realm might be destroyed in an instant."
Upon hearing this, Li Mu frowned slightly and said in a deep voice: "Senior means that you hope I enter the Star Radiance Secret Realm and repair it?"
The old man nodded and earnestly said: "Exactly.
The Chaotic Great Dao that Dao Friend Li Cultivates, the Chaos Power and Star Power, both belong to the Origin Power of heaven and earth.
If you can use Chaos Power to harmonize the chaotic Star Power in the Secret Realm, you might be able to save this Foundation of our clan.
Furthermore, this Old Ancestor has heard that Li Jianxian is not only proficient in Artifact Refining but also unparalleled in Formation arts.
Therefore, this Old Ancestor hopes that Li Jianxian can use the power of the Chaotic Great Dao to set up a Star Array in the Secret Realm for our clan, thereby stabilizing the Secret Realm's space and harmonizing the Star Power."
Upon hearing this, Li Mu was slightly surprised, not expecting that this old man knew so much about his Formation arts.
He pondered: "When will this Star Radiance Secret Realm open?"
The old man smiled slightly and said: "The Star Radiance Secret Realm opens once every thousand years.
The next opening time should be 'Star Yu Day' two hundred years from now.
At that time, our clan will open the Secret Realm's door with a Star Array, and you can enter it."
This matter is still two hundred years away, though a bit troublesome, the ample time makes it acceptable.
Li Mu pondered for a moment, then nodded solemnly: "On Star Yu Day, Junior will certainly arrive on time to help your noble clan repair the Secret Realm.
However, Junior can only do his best, and cannot guarantee the outcome of this matter."
"Naturally so!" The old man's Face showed a look of relief as he smiled: "With Li Jianxian's help, the crisis of our clan's Secret Realm can be resolved."
Li Mu met the old man's gaze and quickly pressed: "What is Senior's third condition?"
A deep light flashed in the old man's eyes as he slowly said: "The third matter is that our Star Turtle Clan migrated from the Immortal Spirit Realm to this realm, unfamiliar with the surroundings, and with old enemies lurking.
Li Jianxian's cultivation is heaven-defying.
If our clan encounters a great calamity in the future, you must lend a hand to help us once."
As soon as these words came out, Li Mu frowned slightly, feeling a little heavy-hearted as he looked at the old man.
The Star Turtle Clan possessed an Ultimate Path Realm expert and three Eighth-rank Demon Cultivators, with such profound clan strength and Foundation.
A great calamity that even they could not handle must be extraordinary.
Li Mu pondered for a moment, then nodded: "Senior, this matter is of great importance, and Junior dare not easily agree.
If the great calamity your noble clan encounters in the future goes against Junior's Dao Heart, or involves innocent living beings, I'm afraid I cannot lend a hand to help.
Furthermore, Junior is, after all, a Human Race Cultivator.
If it involves conflicts between two races, Junior can only do his best and cannot guarantee everything will be perfect."
Upon hearing this, a hint of appreciation flashed in the old man's eyes, and he nodded: "Li Jianxian indeed has an upright Heart-Nature.
This Old Ancestor will not force you.
If the great calamity our clan encounters in the future goes against Li Jianxian's Dao Heart, you don't have to act.
However, if it is a grudge between our clan and old enemies, I hope Li Jianxian can lend a hand."
Li Mu nodded cheerfully: "If it's just a grudge between old enemies, Junior will naturally do his best to help.
Junior can also agree to this matter."
Seeing Li Mu agree, the old man smiled contentedly and said understandingly: "Li Jianxian, with such an intention, this Old Ancestor is already satisfied."
Upon hearing this, a hint of satisfaction flashed in the old man's eyes, and he nodded: "Young friend is indeed forthright.
Since that is the case, this Old Ancestor will no longer obstruct you."
With that, the old man waved the Star Staff in his hand, and the Star Array surrounding the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron immediately dissipated.
The Cauldron body trembled slightly, emitting a clear ringing sound, as if cheering at regaining its freedom.
The moment the Formation was lifted, the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron's spirituality burst forth, and its body suddenly radiated brilliant light.
The Cauldron body trembled slightly, transforming into a streak of light, and swiftly sped towards the depths of the Void Realm, moving so fast that it was difficult to capture.
How could Li Mu let it have its way?
He snorted coldly, his hands quickly forming Seals.
The Chaos Power within his body surged out like a tide, transforming into a massive Chaos net, enveloping the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron.
The Chaos net instantly caught up with the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron, firmly binding it.
The Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron struggled violently, its body constantly vibrating and emitting buzzing sounds, as if resisting Li Mu's control.
However, Li Mu was proficient in Artifact Refining and had even learned the Artifact Refining method of the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron.
The Divine Thought power condensed by the Star Observation Method quickly penetrated the Artifact Array and Foundation of the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron.
The internal Artifact Array of the Cauldron body was incredibly complex and profound.
Li Mu's Divine Thought, like peeling silk from a cocoon, unraveled them one by one.
After a moment, the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron's struggle gradually weakened, and the vibration of its body slowly subsided, finally becoming completely still.
Li Mu successfully defeated the Cauldron Spirit of the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron and left a Divine Soul brand in the core of the Artifact Array.
The corner of Li Mu's mouth slightly curved upward.
His hand Seals changed, and he unleashed a surge of Chaos Power, integrating it into the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron.
"Om!" With a low hum, the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron trembled slightly, then slowly shrank, transforming into a streak of light that flew into Li Mu's palm.
Li Mu looked down at the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron in his hand, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.
The Cauldron body was ancient and heavy, with clear patterns, subtly emanating a powerful Aura of the Ten Thousand Treasures Immortal Emperor.
"As expected of a Ninth-rank Ultimate Path Dao Artifact, its spirituality is indeed extraordinary." Li Mu gently stroked the Cauldron body, feeling the immense power contained within, and couldn't help but sigh.
The old man saw Li Mu subdue the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron so easily, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes, and he sighed: "This Cauldron has extremely strong spirituality and is unruly.
Li Jianxian indeed has extraordinary means, being able to subdue it so easily, unlike us who could only trap it with a Formation.
This Old Ancestor admires you."
Li Mu put away the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron and cupped his hands: "Many thanks, Senior, for your assistance.
I haven't asked for your name."
"This Old Ancestor is Xing Qiong, the Old Ancestor of the Star Turtle Clan.
Today, I have formed a good connection with Fellow Daoist.
If you have leisure, why not come to our clan for a visit, so this Old Ancestor can fulfill his duty as host." Star Dome Old Ancestor smiled at Li Mu, sincerely inviting him.
Li Mu pondered for a moment, then stood up and calmly cupped his hands to Star Dome Old Ancestor: "Senior, Junior came this time for the Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron.
Now that the Cauldron is in hand, Junior has other important matters on his mind and is afraid he cannot stay long.
As for the matters of Artifact Refining and Formation Legacy that Senior mentioned, Junior is willing to help, but currently, I am truly too busy to Clone myself.
I hope Senior will forgive me."
Star Dome Old Ancestor heard this, and a hint of regret flashed in his eyes, but he quickly recovered and nodded: "Since Li Jianxian has important matters, this Old Ancestor will not force you to stay.
However, please don't forget the matter of the Star Radiance Secret Realm, Li Jianxian."
Li Mu solemnly said: "Senior, rest assured, on Star Yu Day, Junior will definitely arrive on time to help the Star Turtle Clan repair the Secret Realm.
As for other matters, after the Secret Realm matter is settled, Junior will discuss them in detail with Senior."
Star Dome Old Ancestor smiled slightly and said: "That's very good.
Since Li Jianxian has decided to leave, this Old Ancestor will not hold you back.
However, before you depart, this Old Ancestor has something to give you, which might be helpful to Li Jianxian."
With that, Star Dome Old Ancestor waved the Star Staff in his hand, and a ray of starlight condensed into a palm-sized Star Pattern token, flying towards Li Mu.
Li Mu reached out and took the token, feeling its warmth.
The token was engraved with intricate Starry Sky runes, subtly emanating an ancient and mysterious Aura.
"This is the 'Starlight Token'.
One who holds this token can communicate with our clan members, and can also use its Star Array for defense.
If Li Jianxian has any need, you can contact our clan with this token." Star Dome Old Ancestor explained.
Li Mu nodded in thanks, put away the token, and cupped his hands: "Many thanks, Senior, for your generous gift.
Junior bids farewell."(End of Chapter)
