I'm in Yellow Maple Valley, and I have one equipment slot!

Chapter 298: A Method to Experience the Next Realm in Advance!

(I fell asleep too early last night and forgot to set the posting time. Sorry!)

The turbulent vortex of spiritual energy and the dazzling spiritual light in the world did not last long.

Just as everyone held their breath and looked up at the main peak, the swirling vortex of spiritual energy that filled the sky seemed to be drawn by some invisible force and suddenly stopped.

Then, like all rivers flowing into the sea, it surged forth.

At an even more frantic speed, it swept backwards towards a certain point in the belly of the main peak, where Yuan Yao was in seclusion!

Countless rays of light, like summoned spirits, pierced through the thick mountain rock, disappearing without hindrance.

One moment the celestial phenomena were astonishing and the spiritual energy was surging, and the next moment the wind stopped and the clouds dispersed.

The spiritual light faded away, leaving only faint fluctuations of spiritual energy on the main peak and a lingering spiritual pressure in the air, proving that what had just happened was not an illusion.

"It's done!"

Beside the Spirit Eye Spring, a vast expanse of white mist hangs in the air.

"Congratulations, Fairy Yuan, on successfully condensing your Nascent Soul! The Great Dao is within your grasp!"

She recounted in detail the various illusions, temptations, fears, and confusion she experienced during her inner demons' tribulations, as well as how she finally upheld her true self and realized her own path.

Zhou Yuan affirmed, "As far as I know, certain special areas within the Fallen Demon Valley, due to ancient restrictions and spatial rifts, have formed miniature medicinal gardens or secret realms isolated from the outside world. These may still preserve rare and precious items like the Spirit Candle Fruit, which have disappeared from the outside world."

The greatest threat, the Bloodflame Ancient Demon, can be said to have been largely eliminated.

The path of cultivation is a series of steps leading to new heights, with strict barriers between realms. How can a low-level cultivator possibly comprehend the mysteries of higher realms in advance?

Although the specific content of the illusion was not described, the danger and struggle within it still made the girls' expressions solemn, and they felt the same way.

Pleasant congratulatory voices rang out from the doors of several other quiet rooms around the Spirit Spring.

He has gained the qualification to explore the longer path of cultivation alongside Zhou Yuan.

"Congratulations on successfully forming your Nascent Soul!"

Zhou Yuan embraced her, placed a kiss on her hair, and said in a deep and gentle voice, "From this day forward, for thousands of years to come, we will walk together."

Old Monster Tianhen spoke first, handing over a jade box. "This is a piece of Warm Soul Jade that I acquired by chance many years ago," he said, "which has the effect of nourishing the soul and stabilizing the nascent soul. I present it to you, Fairy, as a token of my congratulations."

Zhou Yuan took out a yellowish, damaged talisman from his bosom. The talisman, with its ancient runes and dim spiritual light, was the broken talisman he had obtained by chance years ago, the "Thousand-Mile Guiding Talisman".

"More than a year from now, the four of us—my junior brother Tianhen, my junior brother Nanlong, and my junior brother Linghu—will join forces to enter the Fallen Demon Valley."

"Fallen Demon Valley?"

Furthermore, they never lack cultivation resources, and with the assistance of the supreme secret technique for strengthening divine consciousness, the "Great Evolution Technique" taught by Zhou Yuan, their chances of forming a Nascent Soul in the future have undoubtedly increased significantly.

Although they had only been in Tiannan for a short time, they had already heard of the infamous reputation of this "most dangerous place in Tiannan".

"This pill is quite miraculous. A cultivator can only take it once in their lifetime, and it is only effective for cultivators below the Nascent Soul stage."

But now, with the Ghost Spirit Sect destroyed during the Cangkun Ruins expedition, no one else has the opportunity to touch that seal again.

Yuan Yao rose from Zhou Yuan's embrace, a gentle smile on her face, and responded to each question.

Yanli still possessed that charming yet somewhat dashing appearance, Ziling was aloof and intelligent, and Meining was gentle and serene.

"Where?" the girls asked in unison.

At this moment, inside the main hall, Tianhen Old Monster, Nanlong Marquis, Linghu Ancestor, and core disciples such as Ouyang Qing and Lei Wanhe who had rushed over upon hearing the news had gathered together and were talking in hushed tones, their faces filled with excitement.

However, since he condensed his Nascent Soul to the mid-stage, and especially since he has been equipping himself with the talisman that records the method of refining the "Thousand-Mile Traction Talisman" day and night, he has been comprehending its power.

Therefore, the remaining major danger is the ubiquitous and unpredictable spatial rift.

Gangyin Sand is an excellent material for refining top-grade flying swords and defensive magic weapons.

"Congratulations, everyone." Zhou Yuan and Yuan Yao took their seats in the main seats, and Zhou Yuan nodded with a smile.

In addition, the "Spirit Garden" that exists within the Fallen Demon Valley is also one of his targets.

Zhou Yuan prepared the remaining talisman.

Condensing the nascent soul.

As a result of this incident, Yuan Yao officially became the fifth Nascent Soul cultivator of the Ascension Immortal Sect, and is currently the only female Nascent Soul cultivator in the sect.

The girls sat together, and Yanli, being the most impatient, grabbed Yuanyao's hand and asked curiously, "Yuanyao, tell us quickly, what does it feel like to condense a Nascent Soul?"

Zi Ling seemed to be deep in thought. After arriving in Tiannan, she read extensively and seemed to have glimpsed the name in some extremely ancient fragments of ancient books circulating in Tiannan.

After chatting for a while longer, as night deepened, the women returned to their quiet rooms beside the Spirit Eye Spring to continue their cultivation and digest what they had gained that day.

It would greatly benefit his efforts in perfecting the Great Geng Sword Formation and refining the Nascent Soul puppet, and he must obtain it.

A moment later, the stone door to the quiet room slid open silently.

Zhou Yuan, who had been listening quietly, suddenly spoke, his voice calm yet carrying a strange allure: "If you wish to experience the profound insights of the next realm in advance, or even glimpse the opportunity to break through your bottleneck, it is not difficult."

Zhou Yuan smiled slightly and explained:

With its early warning system, the threat of most spatial rifts can be mitigated.

After careful consideration, the goal became clear.

"Alright, my fellow disciples are already waiting in the main hall. Let's go back to the main hall."

Yuan Yao thanked them and accepted the gifts one by one.

He could clearly sense that a completely new aura, far surpassing that of the Golden Core stage, was rapidly stabilizing in the quiet room.

The two embraced quietly, enjoying this tender moment that belonged only to them.

"Sister Yuanyao, that's wonderful!"

Her arrival not only enhanced the sect's top combat power, but also brought a different kind of gentle atmosphere and new look to the sect.

There may be even more rare and precious medicinal herbs among them; we should not let any opportunity to obtain them pass us by.

"actually,"

Ouyang Qing also respectfully took her leave.

This provided a role model for many female disciples, and the atmosphere of the sect became more vibrant.

As Yuan Yao concluded, the clarity in her eyes became even more pronounced.

According to the original story, the biggest variable in the valley is the ancient demonic soul "Blood Flame" that will eventually break free from its seal.

She had an almost blind trust in Zhou Yuan; since he said that the Fallen Demon Valley might exist, then there must be hope.

If they could find the Spirit Candle Fruit and refine the Creation Pill, they would have the opportunity to glimpse a trace of the mysteries of the Nascent Soul realm, which would greatly help them break through bottlenecks in the future.

Cultivators can carefully avoid tangible spatial rifts by relying on their divine sense and experience.

Zi Ling and Mei Ning also cast concerned and curious glances their way. Their cultivation had both reached the mid-to-late stage of the Golden Core realm, and forming the Nascent Soul stage was a major hurdle they would inevitably face sooner or later, so naturally they wanted to know about it in advance.

This beast possesses an extraordinary talent, exhibiting a far more acute perception of spatial fluctuations than its peers.

She still possessed that breathtakingly beautiful face, with eyebrows like distant mountains and eyes like autumn water.

Although this talisman is damaged and unusable, the remaining runes and crafting techniques on it contain the ancient cultivators' exquisite application of spatial power.

Yuan Yao's eyes instantly filled with boundless tenderness, all her coldness melting away like ice and snow, transforming into a gentle, flowing affection.

This added a touch of ethereal tranquility to her already gentle and beautiful demeanor.

Yanli and Mei Ning's expressions changed slightly.

The murmuring waters of the Spirit Eye Spring seemed to be playing a symphony of blessings for them.

"Creation Pill?"

Their faces were filled with genuine joy and envy.

"The terrain inside the Fallen Demon Valley is complex and heavily restricted. In case of an emergency or when venturing into certain secret realms, having a Thousand-Mile Traction Talisman that can instantly escape and even break through some spatial barriers would undoubtedly be an extra trump card for survival."

Like a fledgling phoenix emerging from its cocoon, it spreads its powerful wings, befitting the Nascent Soul stage!

But at this moment, deep within those eyes, there was a clarity and brightness that had been tempered and refined, like a lake after the rain reflecting a broader sky.

Zi Ling and Mei Ning also looked surprised and doubtful, but they knew that Zhou Yuan never spoke without reason. Since he had spoken, there must be a basis for it, so they put aside their doubts.

Zhou Yuan, who had been closely observing everything happening in the quiet room, had a glint in his eyes and couldn't help but smile with satisfaction.

Although Yanli and Mei Ning were wary of Fallen Demon Valley, they gradually felt at ease seeing Zhou Yuan's calm demeanor and meticulous plan.

They attempted to analyze, complete, and understand the true meaning of those profound and obscure spatial runes.

A pair of Daoist companions who share the beauty of mountains and rivers.

"Very good!"

Marquis Nanlong, Ancestor Linghu, Ouyang Qing, Lei Wanhe and others stepped forward one after another, each offering their prepared congratulatory gifts, such as elixirs, materials, or ancient treasures and special magical artifacts.

"Fallen Demon Valley," Zhou Yuan slowly uttered three words.

"Thank you, sisters."

There is only a little over a year left until the planned trip to the Fallen Demon Valley.

"Sister Ziling is knowledgeable and has a good memory; what she says is correct."

With him personally going there, given his current strength and preparations, his safety should be assured.

This means that she has finally broken free from the shackles of the Golden Elixir's five-hundred-year lifespan.

"Keep this a secret for now, and don't spread it," Zhou Yuan instructed. The women naturally understood the implications and nodded in agreement.

Even the invisible spatial rifts, and the subtle spatial ripples they cause, cannot escape the perception of the Purple Sky Beast.

After the guests presented their gifts and exchanged pleasantries, they gradually dispersed.

"Experiencing the insights of the next level ahead of time?"

No longer just a soft silkworm under his protection, but someone who can share the storms with him.

Upon seeing Zhou Yuan enter the main hall with Yuan Yao and the others, everyone immediately stopped talking and stood up.

Upon hearing this, Zi Ling's face lit up with a bright smile.

Zi Ling's eyes flashed, as if she had made a connection to something.

The group left the cave deep inside the mountain and returned to the magnificent main hall at the top of Shengxian Peak along the opened passage.

"Such a miraculous elixir!" Yanli exclaimed in amazement, her eyes flashing with longing. Experiencing the mysteries of the Nascent Soul realm in advance would undoubtedly be of great benefit to them when they eventually formed their own Nascent Souls.

Although I have been preparing for many years, I still need to do a final review and targeted preparation before departure.

Now, he finally has a chance to glimpse the secrets within.

A graceful figure dressed in a jet-black dress stepped out.

"I seem to have seen the name 'Creation Pill' in a fragment of a scroll recording ancient tales."

Inside the main hall, only Zhou Yuan, Yuan Yao, Yan Li, Zi Ling, Mei Ning, and Ouyang Qing remained.

"However, after passing through it, the soul seemed to have undergone a complete baptism and sublimation. The perception of the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and the control of one's own magical power entered a completely new level. The clarity was indescribable."

The creature that dwells inside is none other than the "Purple Sky Beast," the strange beast captured in the Chaotic Star Sea back then!

Bathed in the misty white vapor of the spring, her skin appeared even more radiant and translucent, as if it had been carved from the finest jade.

"Yao-mei!"

Everyone offered their congratulations in unison, their voices loud and clear, filled with heartfelt joy.

The remaining task is to efficiently acquire the enticing treasures and opportunities within the valley.

"Zhou Lang!"

Zhou Yuan glanced at Zi Ling approvingly, then changed the subject, a glint of light flashing in his eyes, "The Spirit Candle Fruit is indeed hard to find in Tiannan. However—I know a place where this fruit might still remain."

In the quiet room, only his long, steady breathing and his focused concentration, completely absorbed in the mysterious world of runes, remained.

The powerful divine soul of the Nascent Soul stage, and the baptism of the inner demon tribulation that has just been overcome.

The lifespan has skyrocketed to a thousand years, which is not only a leap in strength, but also a sublimation of life.

She nestled lightly into Zhou Yuan's arms, wrapping her arms tightly around his waist, burying her face in his broad, firm chest, feeling the reassuring breath and strong heartbeat, her voice carrying a barely perceptible sob and a hint of contentment.

Zhou Yuan nodded. "According to ancient texts, after consuming this pill, a cultivator's consciousness will temporarily enter a mystical state under the catalysis of the medicine, allowing them to vaguely experience certain incredible changes and insights into the next level of cultivation ahead of time. Although these insights vary from person to person and cannot be accurately described in words, and the experience is limited in time, most cultivators who consumed the pill subsequently broke through long-standing bottlenecks and made great progress in their cultivation. This pill is particularly effective for breaking through the Nascent Soul bottleneck."

The addition of another Nascent Soul cultivator to the sect, and who is also the sect leader's Daoist partner, is undoubtedly a great joy for the Ascension Immortal Sect, and its strength and cohesion will reach a new level.

However, Zhou Yuan already had a solution to this.

"In the cultivation world of Tiannan, there has been an ancient formula for a pill called the 'Creation Pill' since ancient times."

"good."

The complete method for crafting talismans was also clearly reflected in my mind, with the two images corroborating each other.

Congratulations, Sister Yuan Yao (Yao Mei)!

Zhou Yuan returned to his quiet room alone, activated the restriction, and the relaxed expression on his face gradually faded, turning into deep thought.

Thinking about it this way, the greatest danger of the trip to the Fallen Demon Valley has been eliminated.

Zi Ling pondered, her delicate brows furrowing slightly. "But according to that incomplete scroll, the main ingredient for refining this pill, the Spirit Candle Fruit," seems to have long since disappeared from Tiannan due to its demanding growing conditions and long maturation cycle. Without the Spirit Candle Fruit, even the most exquisite Creation Pill formula is useless."

Yanli was stunned, her beautiful eyes wide with surprise. "This—how is this possible?"

"good."

Zi Ling, Yan Li, and Mei Ning had emerged from seclusion at some point and were now standing smiling at the entrances of their respective meditation rooms.

The women listened with longing and admiration, yet also secretly warned themselves. This illustrates just how difficult it is to achieve the formation of an infant spirit.

Yuan Yao paused for a moment, seemingly organizing her thoughts, and slowly said, "The magic power barrier is not too bad. With the pills and the Spirit Eye Spring prepared by my husband, the accumulation and compression of spiritual power is a natural process."

"One of our goals is to find the Spirit Candle Fruit, as well as other opportunities in the valley."

"Is that inner demon tribulation terrifying?"

This route leads to a hidden "Gangyin Sand" mine in the valley, as well as the remains of a person suspected to be an ancient cultivator.

Everyone looked intently at Zhou Yuan, waiting for him to continue. Ouyang Qing also perked up her ears.

With a thought, an inconspicuous spirit beast pouch at his waist bulged slightly.

"Congratulations, Sect Leader! Congratulations to the Sect Leader's Wife!"

The Soul-Warming Jade is quite valuable, and it is indeed beneficial to her as she begins to form her Nascent Soul.

He took out the jade slip that he and Marquis Nanlong had obtained from the Cangkun Ruins years ago, and once again immersed his divine sense into it, carefully studying the "safe route".

"I succeeded—from now on, I can stay by your side and walk a much longer road with you—"

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Tianhen."

"I know you can do it."

The three women surrounded Yuan Yao and congratulated her.

Zhou Yuan stepped forward and opened his arms.

His first thought was of the greatest source of danger in Fallen Demon Valley.

Previously, his cultivation level was insufficient, making it difficult for him to comprehend it.

Zhou Yuan looked at the beautiful Daoist partners before him and said gently.

The most dangerous one is indeed the test of one's inner demons.

Her skirt trailed on the ground, outlining breathtaking curves.

The most terrifying thing is those "invisible rifts" that are almost completely invisible and difficult to detect with divine sense. If a cultivator accidentally bumps into one while flying at high speed or in a fierce battle, he will be instantly cut and torn apart by the power of space, leaving no trace of his body.

Yanli and Yuanyao had been sisters since their time in the Chaotic Star Sea, so she naturally called her "younger sister" now.

Yuan Yao stood up and accepted it with both hands.

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