“This is just a ceasefire in plain sight, switching to another form of competition.” Li Fan was quite familiar with this kind of situation.
“It’s a perfect opportunity to gauge the true capabilities of the elites on both sides.”
Li Fan found himself highly intrigued.
To make it easier for all cultivators to witness the grand event, the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance specially crafted a magical mirror tool.
It was affordably priced—just 100 contribution points to purchase. Cultivators could use it to watch the scenes of the event anytime and anywhere. They could even replay the battles between both sides repeatedly. Most importantly, the mirror displayed real-time commentary synchronized with the Tianxuan Mirror, ensuring lower-level cultivators wouldn’t feel lost amidst the advanced techniques.
The “Tianling Viewing Mirror” became an instant hit among cultivators upon its release.
Apart from its low price and the rarity of missing such a grand occasion, some cultivators also bought it for collection purposes. According to veteran cultivators, during the first friendly exchange event, the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance had also released a similar viewing mirror.
At that time, it didn’t attract much attention because the event details could be casually searched in the Tianxuan Mirror. Only the more affluent cultivators purchased it.
What no one anticipated was that after the competition ended, the viewing mirrors became limited-edition treasures. Their inherent value wasn’t the main attraction; it was the battle scenes they recorded.
For lower-level cultivators, repeatedly analyzing the discussions and battles of these elites proved extremely beneficial. Some even presented these mirrors, which recorded the victories of key elites, as gifts to the individuals themselves, winning their favor.
Over time, with the deaths of many cultivators, the remaining viewing mirrors became increasingly scarce. Today, they were so rare they could hardly be found.
With such precedent, it was no surprise that this round of “Tianling Viewing Mirrors” sold out rapidly.
For just 100 contribution points, Li Fan naturally bought one.
Upon receiving it, Li Fan found the workmanship of the mirror rather crude.
It was incomparable to the Tianxuan Mirror and even far inferior to ordinary copper mirrors used by mortals. It was essentially a piece of polished stone.
“Could this have been outsourced production again?”
“Selling for 100 contribution points—who knows how much the cost was? Although the unit price is low, considering how many cultivators are in the Ten Thousand Immortal Alliance…”
“I wonder who’s profiting from this.”
Li Fan muttered to himself as he put the mirror away.
While the cultivators on the island were enthusiastically discussing the exchange event, he quietly returned to his private island.
Over the past few days, Liu San and the others worked tirelessly, exhausting all the raw materials they had prepared beforehand.
They successfully refined 28 Longevity Pills, with their quality fluctuating between 200 years of extended lifespan.
When Liu San handed over the pills, his face was full of guilt. “I’ve disappointed you, young master. Perhaps due to the limits of practicing multiple arts, the essence of my Longevity Green Energy fell far short of expectations. Even after being purified with 99 small medicinal cauldrons, the result is still this…” ℟ꞐȎ𝐁ЁŠ
“To produce pills of such quality…”
“If the old sect master were alive, he would’ve surely mocked me endlessly,” Liu San said sadly.
Li Fan consoled him. “Elder Liu, there’s no need to blame yourself. The changes in heaven and earth cannot be resisted without attaining Longevity. Besides, I’ve already checked the market. These Longevity Pills will suffice for now. Releasing excessively high-quality pills all at once might even have adverse effects.”
As he spoke, Li Fan handed over a storage ring.
“I’ve also uncovered some clues about the whereabouts of Longevity Valley. It might be located at one of the locations marked on the map.”
“Although they’re all within the White Mist Barrier, the ring contains a magical vessel called the Samantabhadra True Boat. With it, you should be able to negate the effects of the mist’s energy-draining properties.”
Upon hearing this, Liu San’s face lit up with joy.
“The environment within Longevity Valley is exceptional and distinct from the outside world. If we can refine pills there, their quality might improve significantly.”
Li Fan nodded slightly, “In that case, I will leave this matter to you, Elder Liu. Currently, the outside world is holding some kind of friendly exchange event, and the eyes of the world will all be drawn to it. This is the perfect opportunity. I’ll trouble you to make the journey.”
“Once again, your own safety must be the top priority. The revival of our Medicine King Sect depends on you!”
Faced with Li Fan’s sincere reminder, Liu San was deeply moved.
“I will not fail the Young Master’s trust.”
After speaking, he familiarized himself with the Samantabhadra True Boat and then transformed into a streak of light, heading towards the marked location on the map.
“Hopefully, his journey goes smoothly, and he can find the Valley of Longevity.”
“This Congyun Sea is no longer a place I can stay.”
Li Fan flew above the Shenhua Island, looking up at the sky. His eyes narrowed as he sensed the faint killing intent gradually forming between heaven and earth.
The killing intent of heaven and earth was subtly infused into all things, almost imperceptible.
It had little to do with one’s cultivation level and was more closely tied to individual comprehension. Li Fan, possessing the Formless Killing Intent, could leverage the will of heaven, making him acutely sensitive to such phenomena.
“The killing intent in this life is so overwhelming. It seems even stronger than in the previous ones.”
“Could it be due to the collective reappearance of the Heavenly Doctor?”
Li Fan frowned slightly, already planning to retreat in his mind.
He arrived on the island and led Tianyang alone into a secret chamber.
“Junior Brother, there is now an opportunity for you to advance to the Dao Integration realm. Are you willing to seize it?”
At first, Tianyang tilted his head, seemingly unable to fully understand the meaning of Li Fan’s words.
Only after Li Fan repeated himself did Tianyang straighten his posture. Despite his puppet body, a solemn expression appeared on his face.
“You know as well as I do that crises and opportunities have always coexisted in this world.”
“The chances of success are slim. It is extremely dangerous, and there is a possibility of complete annihilation.”
“Even so, are you willing to take this chance?”
Li Fan’s face softened slightly as he patiently asked.
It didn’t take long for Tianyang to respond. In his fragmented mechanical voice, he declared:
“Tianyang’s life…”
“Will never be inferior to anyone!”
Even though Li Fan had already anticipated Tianyang’s answer, hearing it from him still stirred some emotion.
“Good! If that’s the case, then I, as your senior brother, will give you my all!” Li Fan said firmly.
In his hand, the Heaven and Earth Divination Dice suddenly appeared. After a few rapid spins, Li Fan felt a faint premonition in his heart.
“Approximately a year from now, is it…?”
“That’s enough time.”
Bringing Tianyang with him, Li Fan ventured into the depths of the Congyun Sea.
One after another, precious heavenly materials and earthly treasures were retrieved from Li Fan’s personal storage dimension.
He was preparing to enhance Tianyang’s body once more.
At all costs.
Among them was even some ‘Eternal Tribulation Gold,’ a material that could survive the unification of the Five Elements.
“I’d like to see whether the Ink Death truly has the power to erase everything!”