I, a cultivator, have ended up in the world of tomb raiding.

Li Yue gave the Angry Rooster no further room for thought or speculation, and continued slowly in a calm and composed tone:

"You and I are actually doing the same thing, and even enemies have the same origin, so you don't need to worry too much."

His words were straightforward and simple, and his reasoning was easy to understand. They were all the most plain and simple words, specifically designed to help this spirit bird understand the intricacies of the matter.

Seeing this, the Angry Rooster stared at his calm and serious expression, and was once again stunned.

Birds are, after all, shallow intellect and simple in mind; how could they possibly discern the intricacies of the situation?

After a moment, a sense of guilt arose instead.

The proud bird lowered its head slightly and gently rubbed its crest feathers against Li Yue's forearm.

It then shook its wings, its eyes regaining their innate ferocity, and its fighting spirit surged as it lowered its head and pecked at the Nine Dragon Plate in front of it.

It seemed as if this was an attempt to soothe the doubts that had just arisen.

Li Yue saw this and a faint smile appeared on his lips.

If Chen Yulou and his gang of thieves were here at this moment, they would surely feel heartbroken seeing this.

The Nine Dragons Plate is a naturally formed, yin cliff essence, aged for many years and possessing rich medicinal properties.

Such exquisite quality is priceless; it can be used in medicine to strengthen the body and prolong life.

Even ordinary tomb raiders would keep a single plant close to their body and treasure it like a priceless gem.

Li Yue casually used the food to feed the spirit birds, showing no reluctance whatsoever.

However, in Li Yue's view, such spiritual herbs were merely everyday supplements in cultivation grounds and could not be considered rare treasures.

With his current level of cultivation, finding such medicinal plants on the cliff face would be an easy task, so there was no reason for him to hesitate.

I don't know how much of this kind of medicinal herb essence there is, so I picked and stored it all up for future use in my cultivation.

Before long, the Angry Sun Chicken had devoured the entire Nine Dragons Coil as if pecking at a poisonous insect.

His body was filled with spiritual energy, and he felt increasingly energetic, showing no signs of fatigue.

Seeing that it had recovered well, Li Yue signaled to accompany it, and they continued to walk deeper into the dark tunnel.

Although this man-made fissure passage is not narrow, its course is winding and meandering.

It was probably built by utilizing the natural crevices of the mountain, with clever designs hidden along the way; I didn't encounter any traps or ambushes along the way.

After walking a short distance, the road suddenly abruptly ends, leading to a steep, precipitous cliff.

He looked up and saw a huge cavity below, formed by the extension of fissures in the mountain over the years. The surrounding rock walls were empty and desolate, and the terrain was open.

Looking down from this vantage point, one can catch a glimpse of the domes of ancient buildings deep within.

The palace was built using the ancient method of construction without beams or rafters. The entire structure was built by interlocking bricks and stones, with the domed roof covered in layers of corbelled bricks and stones, forming a rounded and heavy shape.

The exterior bricks and stones are dark and ancient, remaining sturdy despite the passage of time, and the roof follows the contours of the mountain.

Even hidden in the shadows of the mountain, it exudes an ancient and solemn aura.

It is the back wall of the Wuliang Hall.

"Could the Yuan Tomb have been built behind the Wuliang Hall?"

Li Yue was slightly surprised; the back walls faced each other, which was indeed quite unique.

He glanced around the gap.

There was no way around it; the only way down was to follow the rock wall behind the palace.

Without further hesitation, he leaped lightly with the Angry Sun Chicken, landing safely on the ground following the staggered landing points on the stone wall.

I took out the tinderbox and tested the air; the smoke rose steadily and showed no sign of suddenly going out.

Li Yue thought to himself, "The ventilation here is decent, and there's no miasma or poisonous fog, so there's no need to use the Turtle Breathing Technique to hold my breath and protect myself."

They then lit their miner's lamps, and the dim yellow light spread out, illuminating the surrounding dark scene.

Underfoot are fragments of rock and stone that have been weathered and eroded over the years. The rock strata are dry and hard, and traces of construction and reinforcement can be seen in the exposed rock walls.

The two walls were covered with a thin layer of grime.

The air was dry and gloomy, and a faint gray mist rose from the depths of the mountain, creating a gloomy atmosphere without condensation.

The walls on both sides are only a little over three zhang wide, and looking up from below, it's just a narrow strip of sky.

Moving forward towards the bottom of the crack, many lurking centipedes and reptiles are hidden in the crevices of the rocks along the way.

Since leaving the Dan Palace, Li Yue has restrained his Yin energy and stopped releasing his devouring power, thus he is no longer within the range of attracting poisonous insects.

The reptiles were already afraid of the two of them, and occasionally, when they were disturbed by the footsteps, they would peek out to look.

Upon sensing the presence, they immediately shrank back in fear and scattered in all directions, lest they be unable to escape in time.

Li Yue felt that the feeling of all evils retreating was quite good.

I never imagined that one day I would be avoided by poisonous insects like the plague. The twists and turns of life are truly wondrous.

After a short while, we came to see another magnificent ancient hall on the side wall of Wuliang Hall.

The two halls are less than a hundred feet apart, back to back, with their layouts and structures not interfering with each other.

This place must have been a secret hall where Taoist priests collected and refined elixirs, and its interior was extremely luxurious.

Looking at the outside, the beams and pillars are exquisitely carved, and the bricks and stones are all made of fine materials, adding a touch of richness and gloom compared to the Wuliang Hall.

A stone tablet, over ten feet in size, stands in front of the temple gate. Its surface is mottled and covered with ancient seal script.

Li Yue approached with a miner's lamp to examine the writing, which was obscure and difficult to understand, but fortunately it was not pictographic.

He had read extensively in ancient books on cultivation and had gained considerable knowledge; with careful reading, he could understand the main points.

The stone tablet bears the prayers of ancient emperors to the mountains, rivers, heaven, and earth, seeking elixirs of immortality and praying for longevity.

The text above reads:

"I, by the mandate of Heaven, rule the world, and respectfully behold the heavens. I beseech the mountains and seas to bestow upon me the Nine-Turn Elixir, which absorbs the essence of Yin and Yang to strengthen the body and soul."

"There is a miraculous medicine hidden in the secluded mountains, imbued with the essence of the earth's veins and the condensation of the sun and moon's energy. I wish to obtain even one pill, to cure all diseases, avert calamities, and grant longevity and prosperity, thus ensuring peace and stability for the nation."

Li Yue read a passage, and while the words seemed sincere and devout, it was no different from other emperors' prayers. He then turned his gaze to the palace gate.

The entire hall stands isolated in the mountainside, its grand scale and imposing presence no less than that of the neighboring Wuliang Hall.

The door is still in excellent condition. Although it is in a shady place, it is not very damp, and there are not many signs of corrosion or decay on the carved door panels.

Li Yue broke down the door and entered the hall.

The dome is meticulously constructed, complete with four beams and eight pillars, and the floor is smooth and clean, with rows of coiled dragon pillars standing tall within it.

The dragon pattern is coiled and intertwined, with clearly defined scales and claws, and the carving is lifelike.

The hall displays a variety of funerary objects, with gold, jade, and porcelain vessels arranged in an orderly manner, exuding elegance and preciousness, creating a magnificent scene.

Li Yue walked in slowly and saw that the walls were almost entirely covered with colorful murals, the colors bright and new, without any signs of fading.

The painting depicts celestial maidens from the clouds, with graceful figures, flowing robes, and light, graceful movements.

Some held celestial flowers, others held jade cups; their brows and eyes were gentle and graceful, and flowing clouds draped around their waists.

Surrounded by auspicious clouds and adorned with celestial birds, the brushwork is delicate and lifelike.

Aside from the fairy scenes, the walls on both sides also depict military campaigns, with figures in armor and helmets, in orderly ranks, and the narratives are detailed.

Looking at the murals of these flying celestial maidens, Li Yue chuckled inwardly.

It is likely that this secret palace on the mountaintop was originally built to store the golden elixir of immortality for sorcerers, and was later chosen by a Yuan Dynasty general to be converted into his own mausoleum.

Clearly, the prayer outside the temple had no effect.

Li Yue's gaze swept across the murals, then suddenly stopped, fixing on one of them.

Within the painted design was a round bead shaped like a human eye, with a peculiar form.

He recognized it at a glance as the Muchen Pearl, also known as the Phoenix Gall, which the Mountain Moving Clan had been searching for for generations.

He walked slowly closer and examined the lantern closely.