Chapter 816-820: Spirit Wood Refining Treasure (6k+ words)

"Always feel a bit eerie here," Shang Tiangi muttered quietly.

Li Fan also sensed that there was something unusual in this valley.

With a swift step, Tianyang stood in front of Li Fan.

Li Fan followed behind, carefully observing the surroundings.

The bottom of the valley was beneath a thousand-zhang-high mountain, perpetually devoid of sunlight and filled with a damp mist.

The flora and fauna surviving here were different from those on Taihua Mountain.

It felt as if they had suddenly entered another world.

"This mist can actually interfere with divine sense," Li Fan remarked as they walked through the valley. Even their steps were cautious, and their vision was obstructed, making it impossible to explore the area fully.

After walking for a while, Shang Tiangi suddenly stopped.

"The alert sound disappeared," he said, turning around abruptly.

Li Fan pondered for a moment and, based on the Exterminate the Profound warning sounds, outlined a rough area within the valley.

However, within this area of about three zhang in diameter, nothing suspicious from the Profound Heaven Cult remnants could be found.

"Hmm?"

Li Fan and Shang Tiangi exchanged glances.

A burst of spiritual energy shot out, clearing away all the weeds and animals in the area.

After wiping away a thick layer of mud, a smooth stone slab was revealed.

"What is this?"

Li Fan touched the stone slab, feeling a sense of familiarity.

In an instant, he remembered. It wasn't in the Xuanhuang Realm but in the Immortal's Descent realm, within the scene of the "Ningyuan Longevity Fruit."

In the small house where Mr. Bai lived in Ningyuan City, he had seen similar stone slabs.

A blue light emitted from the Daoist Transforming Stone, recalling the scene.

Li Fan's expression became somewhat strange.

These two stone slabs weren't just very similar; they were identical.

"Daoist Transforming Stone."

"Could it be..." Li Fan's mind raised a speculation.

He ordered Tianyang to lift the stone slab, while he himself floated away to a safe distance.

Once Tianyang entered the underground chamber, explored for a while, and came back indicating no danger, Li Fan descended.

The scene was not much different from the one he had experienced in his memory.

In a not-so-large space, a featureless stone statue stood against the wall.

Perhaps due to the isolation of the Daoist Transforming Stone, a long, brown wooden table in the middle, even after thousands of years, still looked almost the same as it did back then.

Even in the air, a faint scent of blood could still be discerned.

The wooden box at the table's corner, the transparent jars arranged along the wall, and the twenty-eight sets of ** bones buried in the corner—all were reminiscent of the past.

All these signs clearly indicated that this was the underground chamber of Mr. Bai's house in the Immortal's Descent realm, which Li Fan had visited.

Objects from the Immortal's Descent realm had somehow appeared before him.

This discovery made Li Fan feel absurd, as if time and space were changing and intertwining.

"Taihua Mountain was once Ningyuan City?"

"So, is the Purple Cloud Sect not far from here?"

Li Fan's eyes flickered as he quickly compared the information with Ximen Yu's "Ancient and Modern Rivers and Mountains."

"No match."

After a moment, Li Fan frowned slightly.

According to the information from Jiao Xiuyuan in the previous life, the remnants of the Purple Cloud Sect were now located in Linlangzhou, in the central part of the Wanxian Alliance.

Quite far from here.

Back then, Ningyuan City was within the influence of the Purple Cloud Sect, and the distance wouldn't exceed thousands of miles.

"It seems that Ximen Yu's 'Rivers and Mountains Examination' contains an error."

"But it's not his fault. Who could have thought that, within the same province, after thousands of years, they would end up worlds apart?"

"It's not something that can be explained by changes in rivers and mountains. It's as if someone intentionally cut and separated it."

Li Fan knew before that the current Xuanhuang Realm was formed by the fusion of the original Xuanhuang Realm and several other worlds.

"Now it seems there's also transformation involved."

"Transcendent Daoist, what exactly do you intend?"

"At the end of the 115th era, after being annihilated with a single glance by the True Immortal, that earth-shattering roar... Could it have been emitted by Transcendent Daoist?"

"It seems that the Xuanhuang Realm holds special significance for Him."

...

Thoughts gradually calmed down. As a precaution, Li Fan ordered Tianyang to dig three feet deep to ensure nothing was overlooked.

"This faceless Xuantian statue is entirely made of Daoist Transforming Stone. It's quite valuable."

"Instead of selling it, it's better to use it as a face for the Universal Alliance. After all, under the heavens, there might be only this one Xuantian statue left."

Li Fan also thought of the Xuantian Cult Law King who was still sleeping under the Purple Cloud Sect.

"Maybe, it will be effective when the time comes."

After storing the statue, the sensing of the Exterminate the Profound secret technique returned to calm.

"Senior, what is that statue? It looks a bit creepy." Shang Tiangi couldn't help but ask.

"This involves ancient secrets. The history is ancient, perhaps even before the rise of Transcendent Daoist. You'll know in the future," Li Fan said with a mysterious smile, revealing half and hiding half, successfully arousing Shang Tiangi's interest.

Before leaving, Li Fan had a thought and directly cut and took away the entire underground chamber.

Leaving Shang Tiangi dumbfounded.

Li Fan didn't mind. Later, Shang Tiangi was brought back to the Spirit Wood Realm.

On the way, when crossing the borders of the states, they encountered patrols. Fortunately, Li Fan had the secret technique "Only the Hand Covers the Sky," and he went unnoticed.

"Little Shang, how do you like it here?"

Standing at the top of the Spirit Tree, Li Fan asked Shang Tiangi.

"It's good, just a bit..."

"Ordinary."

Shang Tiangi hesitated for a while and uttered a word.

"Yeah. It's almost an endless plain, with few beautiful mountains and rivers. It can't compare to the frequent wonders of the Xuanhuang Realm. So, it's up to you now," Li Fan said with great emphasis.

"Huh?" Shang Tiangi was stunned. Obviously, he didn't understand the meaning behind Li Fan's words.

"Your golden gourd, can't it manifest the wonders of the Xuanhuang Realm? Just manifest them here in the Spirit Wood Realm. Even if the scale is smaller than the original, it doesn't matter."

"Let's recreate the Xuanhuang in this small world!"

"Think about it, when a newcomer arrives, the first thing they see is the same landscape as the Xuanhuang Realm!"

"How shocking that would be!"

Li Fan murmured.

Shang Tiangi couldn't help but breathe rapidly.

"I'll do it right away!"

The straightforward young man immediately pledged while patting his chest and abdomen.

"Before manifesting, plan the landscape orientation carefully."

"The Tree People Chief has lived for many years. If there's anything you're uncertain about, you can consult her," Li Fan reminded.

Shang Tiangi nodded repeatedly.

"With Little Shang's help, our Universal Alliance is becoming more and more like the real deal."

"As soon as the transaction with the Five Elders is completed and the supplies are ready, we can officially start construction."

Li Fan felt a bit self-satisfied in his heart.

"I wonder if I can refine the Spirit Wood Realm into a personal treasure."

"Then, replace it with an anchor and bind it with the True Immortal."

"A solid and stable base, at the moment, seems quite important."

Li Fan couldn't help but speculate.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 817: Li Fan Takes Over

True Immortal has many advantages, but the only drawback is that each simulation can only choose to save one item.

Balancing cultivation and treasures sometimes makes Li Fan feel a bit dilemma.

However, the appearance of the function to replace bound items solved a major problem for Li Fan.

However, the anchor points are not easy to come by.

So far, no method has been found to increase their charging progress.

Therefore, the decision to replace or not must be carefully considered.

"But as for how to add new anchor points, I already have some ideas."

"Just waiting for the opportunity to personally verify."

With Shang Tiangi's hard work, the originally monotonous Spirit Wood Realm gradually revealed diverse scenes.

With many Xuanhuang wonders that shouldn't exist, coupled with the grandeur of the Spirit Trees in the world, the entire world seems to be undergoing some kind of miraculous change.

Li Fan, who had refined the heart of the Spirit Wood, felt particularly sensitive to this.

"This is equivalent to plundering resources from outside the world and benefiting the world itself."

"Originally, the limit of the Spirit Wood Realm was already set. But with a continuous external supply, it might undergo a so-called 'upgrade.'"

Li Fan carefully sensed whether there was corresponding feedback cultivation progress for the Spirit Wood Realm inside him.

Unfortunately, after a long time of discernment, he still gained nothing.

It could be that this realm has not completed a true transformation yet, or perhaps the concept of the "world" does not fall within the scope of the Immortal's Sitting Meditation Technique.

On the other hand, feedback cultivation progress from another source was clear and unmistakable.

Upon closer inspection, Li Fan could faintly see the figures of those who left the world, such as Su Yuqing.

"Even in the desolate spiritual environment of the departed world, people can quickly enter the Qi Refining stage in a man-made cultivation domain..."

"Well done."

Li Fan nodded to himself.

"It seems that I need to speed up as well."

After giving some instructions, Li Fan didn't bring Tianyang with him. Instead, he returned alone to the Cong Yun Sea.

Compared to the tense atmosphere in the several mainland states, the Cong Yun Sea had changed little.

The war clouds had not spread here yet, and cultivators could still be seen moving hastily between islands.

Li Fan concealed his figure and quietly flew to the central-western area of the Cong Yun Sea, near an island called Hai Xuan.

From afar, a majestic array enveloped the island, exuding a murderous intent forbidding outsiders.

"The Tai Huang Eight Extremes Annihilating Dragon Formation. It is said to be crafted by two Nascent Soul formation masters at a heavy cost. Cultivators below Harmony Realm who enter it either die or get injured."

Li Fan's gaze flickered.

The disintegration disc in his sea of consciousness emitted a gleaming white light, and in an instant, it had deciphered this seemingly indestructible formation.

Transforming into an almost invisible black line, Li Fan flew into the formation, showing no sign of being countered by the formation.

"Senior Ji, I've come..."

In Hai Xuan Island, there were faint moans and teasing sounds of several women.

"What fragrant wine! And beautiful women with a nice fragrance!"

And a middle-aged man's hearty laughter filled with satisfaction.

Li Fan quietly arrived above the island's cave mansion and looked down.

He saw the owner of Hai Xuan Island, a Golden Core cultivator named Ji Shaoli, holding two twin female cultivators who looked exactly alike, on his left and right.

He was gazing at seven charming women below, alluringly swaying their bodies.

Even with Li Fan's discerning eyes, the appearances of the nine female cultivators in this cave mansion were considered above average.

"Ji Shaoli, the biggest winner in the history of the Cong Yun Sea's 'Fixed Fish.' He has amassed a fortune of five million just in the Foundation Establishment stage."

"Unfortunately, after indulging in pleasure, he has remained at the Golden Core stage."

About the information on the other party flashed through Li Fan's mind in an instant.

"For the sake of convenient enjoyment, he built a large harem on this island. In his leisure, he selects beautiful women from the mortal realm. After cultivating them, he enjoys them thoroughly."

"To prevent outsiders from peeping and protect his own life, he invited Nascent Soul formation masters to set up this Tai Huang Eight Extremes Annihilating Dragon Formation on the island."

"He's someone who knows how to enjoy life."

"Unfortunately, with the arrival of the Red Flame, he will ultimately not escape death."

Li Fan shook his head slightly.

He had been stealthily observing from above, waiting patiently until the intense battle ended and Ji Shaoli, embracing various female cultivators, fell into a deep sleep.

Only then did Li Fan, like a ghost, descend to his side.

Activating the Insect Binding technique, he controlled Ji Shaoli while also enveloping the surrounding female cultivators with the Cloud and Water Illusory Dream technique.

When they woke up, they would think they had lost Ji Shaoli's favor and were expelled from the island.

As for Ji Shaoli...

Li Fan decided to replace him with a clone!

Since he intended to watch the tiger fight from the mountain, he might not necessarily join the Myriad Immortals Alliance.

But without the Tianxuan Mirror, searching for information and trading items would be inconvenient.

So, after some thought, Li Fan came up with a solution.

There were many reasons for choosing Ji Shaoli.

He was already wealthy, a giant figure in this part of the Cong Yun Sea.

This saved Li Fan the trouble of accumulating wealth from scratch.

Moreover, Hai Xuan Island was originally one of many islands guarded in the Cong Yun Sea.

However, when the special products around it disappeared, losing its guarding value, it was abandoned.

After Ji Shaoli bought the island, he renovated it, and now the infrastructure on the island was complete.

The teleportation array to Myriad Immortals Island, the Tianxuan Mirror, and other facilities were all available.

By occupying this island, Li Fan could save a lot of effort.

"Earlier, I was worried that the Tianxuan Mirror would monitor the surrounding environment, exposing my secrets. So, I've been very cautious and rarely carry it with me."

"But now, with the End Dissolution Disc protecting me, there's no need to worry about these things."

...

Using the Violet Heaven Soul-Viewing Art, Li Fan completely mastered Ji Shaoli's secrets.

He also took a drop of his blood, using the Strange Profound True Spirit Transformation to create a clone identical to him.

Then, he made a stone coffin.

Just like he did with Zhou Qing'ang in the 115th world, he sealed him.

Li Fan even kindly used the Cloud and Water Illusory Dream technique, ensuring he would forever indulge in the dream of pleasure.

Three days later, the group of female cultivators left with some spirit stones.

Ji Shaoli had already been suppressed by Li Fan in the depths of the Cong Yun Sea.

Quietly, Hai Xuan Island changed ownership.

"Without the Dissolution Disc breaking the formation and deceiving the Tianxuan Mirror. Without the Strange Profound True Spirit Transformation to swap identities."

"Even if someone can break the island, they won't be able to easily do what I did, seizing his originally belonged wealth."

The clone Ji Shaoli checked the current contribution points he possessed.

Six million seven hundred and eighty thousand.

Surprisingly, it was a considerable increase compared to when he won the grand prize in the past.

"Well, looking at the details of the transaction records, this Ji Shaoli can be considered quite talented."

"He knows how to make money with money, not ending up with an empty stomach."

"Compared to Daoist He, he is much stronger."

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 818: Manifestation of Holiness on Yin Yin Island

"But you can't compare with me."

The clone Ji Shaoli's eyes flickered. Based on the experiences of the previous lives, he consecutively took action, instantly spending five hundred thousand.

He exchanged all the contribution points for items that were about to appreciate rapidly in the near future.

"Hmm, it seems that the fall of Jiushan Prefecture has indeed had some impact."

"The trends in the prices of some commodities have changed. Some have erupted early, and some have experienced depreciation that didn't occur before."

Operating on the Tianxuan Mirror, the clone manipulated a dim light, isolating the Tianxuan Mirror from sensing anything from the outside.

He spent another million contribution points, boldly purchasing some commonly used items.

After putting them away, Li Fan quietly left Hai Xuan Island.

While the clone remained in place, it contacted He Zhenghao.

Yes, this Ji Shaoli also knew He Zhenghao.

After all, Daoist He had a wide circle of friends, and everyone was in the Cong Yun Sea, so it wasn't surprising that they knew each other.

However, it was just a passing acquaintance, and their relationship was not deep.

"He Daoist, how have you been lately?"

"Would you like to come to Hai Xuan Island for a gathering?"

Not only to He Zhenghao.

The clone sent banquet invitations to all the cultivators he had some acquaintance with in his memories.

...

"While promoting the conflict between the Myriad Immortals Alliance and the Five Elders, we must not neglect the research on [Establishing Foundation with Myself]. After all, this is the true thing that can shake the foundation of the Transmission Law."

After leaving Hai Xuan Island, Li Fan's eyes flickered, and he detoured directly to Yin Yin Island.

Upon arrival, he didn't act rashly but carefully observed the surroundings.

Faintly, he could hear the cries of mortals coming from the island.

Apparently, he was still studying the mystery of the Immortal-Mortal Plague.

The little dog with eyes on its belly ran around the island, holding a white rib bone in its mouth, seemingly very happy.

"Master Yin, it took three years to successfully establish a foundation with myself."

"It happened not long ago."

Li Fan pondered, not daring to be presumptuous, and transmitted, "Is Master Yin available?"

In the previous life, the scene of fighting against Master Yin was still vivid.

Even he, with Nascent Soul cultivation and numerous divine techniques, couldn't do anything to Master Yin.

In the end, he had to use the Chaotic Character Secret Art to kill him.

In this life, to avoid disturbing the Transmission Law, Li Fan wouldn't easily use the Chaotic Character Secret Art.

Moreover, he was still counting on Master Yin to deduce [Establishing Foundation with Myself] for him...

Persuasion through words would be best.

"I'm here. Please come in, Daoist friend!"

The stone door on the island opened with a bang, and Li Fan descended.

The man and the little dog suddenly turned their heads, staring at Li Fan.

The little dog roared threateningly, eyes full of vigilance.

Li Fan chuckled.

With a single call from the mouth of the little dog, the white rib bone clattered to the ground.

Li Fan's gaze flickered as he grabbed it in his hand.

This rib bone came from the first cultivator surnamed Su who was infected with the Immortal-Mortal Plague. In the 115th life, Li Fan threw it out, attracting the attention of a giant monster made up of countless bodies from the white mist, narrowly escaping a calamity.

Seeing its beloved possession snatched away, the little dog's eyes turned fierce.

However, after Li Fan glanced at it, it seemed to be greatly frightened and instantly restrained itself.

Tail hanging low, it sneakily ran into a building on the island.

Li Fan chuckled lightly and followed it inside.

Familiar with this place, Li Fan quickly found Master Yin.

Similar to the past encounters, he was somewhat obsessed, staring at the mortals being experimented on in the transparent cage.

Mumbling something in his mouth, Li Fan threw the white rib bone in his hand to Master Yin, who instinctively caught it.

"What is this?" He was stunned at first, then caught it firmly.

"Just now at the door, I found this little thing carrying this item in its mouth. I vaguely felt that this bone was extraordinary. I thought the little guy was mischievous and stole it to play with." Li Fan explained with a smile.

Master Yin suddenly realized and kicked the little dog fiercely.

He put away the white rib bone.

His complexion improved a lot as he looked at Li Fan and asked, "I don't know why friend has come. What is the matter?"

Li Fan looked around and said, "This is not the place to talk..."

Master Yin was suddenly silent.

But he didn't hesitate and led Li Fan to the underground secret room.

Walking through Master Yin's collection corridor, he introduced it to Li Fan.

What surprised him was that Li Fan seemed to have some knowledge of these things. Occasionally, he could make a comment or two.

This made Master Yin, who hadn't found a like-minded person for a long time, very delighted.

His attitude toward Li Fan became even more amiable.

He kicked the little dog again and had it bring two cups of black and surging spirit fungus tea.

Before Master Yin could speak, Li Fan picked up the cup and drank it without changing his expression.

"Good tea!" He even seemed a bit reluctant.

This made Master Yin even more surprised.

"This secret room is quite secretive. Friend, speak freely if you have anything to say." He also took a sip and said slowly.

"Friend Yin, do you know [Establishing Foundation with Myself]?"

At the next moment, Li Fan's words stunned him on the spot.

"Cough, cough..." Choked, Master Yin coughed a few times, put down the teacup, and looked at Li Fan with a strange expression.

"Friend, did you come for [Establishing Foundation with Myself]?"

He had indeed mentioned this matter to some people before, but most of them thought it was absurd and passed it off with a smile.

Someone like Li Fan, who came to visit solemnly, was the first.

Feeling a shared sympathy, Master Yin couldn't help but advise, "But from my observation, you have already achieved the Golden Core realm. The method of [Establishing Foundation with Myself] is not perfect..."

Unexpectedly, Li Fan interrupted him with a raised hand.

The next sentence was shocking.

"When I first heard about your method of [Establishing Foundation with Myself], I was amazed. However, upon careful consideration, I found significant flaws."

"So, after exhausting efforts and careful consideration, I finally perfected it."

"Joyful about it, I came here specifically to share it with you."

"I hope Friend Yin will point out any deficiencies."

Li Fan said casually.

Hearing this, Master Yin suddenly stood up.

He stared at Li Fan, his eyes full of disbelief.

He even laughed, "You have perfected [Establishing Foundation with Myself]? Friend, don't tease me..."

However, his smile disappeared as Li Fan recited the method word by word.

Soon, astonishment replaced it.

Followed by seriousness.

Then came shock.

Finally, as Li Fan explained the entire method of [Establishing Foundation with Myself], Master Yin's body began to tremble uncontrollably.

"How is this possible..."

"How could this be..."

His eyes were filled with confusion, as if trying to verify the feasibility of this method.

No matter how he calculated, the only result he obtained was flawless and impeccable.

Master Yin's legs went weak, stumbling and falling to the ground.

Pointing at Li Fan, his hand trembled uncontrollably.

For a long time, he couldn't utter a word.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 819: Born Kindred Spirits

Li Fan's face showed a hint of surprise, asking in feigned innocence, "Friend Yin, what's wrong with you? Is there any mistake in the [Establishing Foundation with Myself] that I deduced?"

Looking at Li Fan's puzzled expression, Master Yin opened his mouth, hesitated, and ultimately gave up.

After being dazed for a while, he stood up again.

Bypassing Li Fan, he walked to a blank wall in the underground chamber and used his hand as a pen to meticulously record the [Establishing Foundation with Myself].

After finishing the writing, he stood in front of it, immersed in his emotions.

His facial expressions changed continuously—there was amazement, nostalgia, and regret.

Li Fan didn't disturb him and silently appreciated the extraordinary method of establishing the foundation.

After an unknown period, Master Yin slowly regained consciousness.

He looked at Li Fan, bowed his head, and said, "If this method was truly comprehended by Friend, then Friend is indeed an extraordinary talent, far beyond my reach!"

Then he sighed again, "If I had the chance to obtain this method when I established my foundation back then, I wouldn't have ended up like this."

"Friend Yin, what do you mean by this?" Li Fan pretended not to know.

Master Yin grinned, and his body split open, revealing another figure inside.

Then he explained.

"After establishing the foundation with myself, there is no chance to regret and redo it," Master Yin sighed.

Li Fan took advantage of the situation and consoled, "In fact, there is not much difference between the two. Both lead to a dead end in foundation building."

Master Yin was somewhat stunned, "What does Friend mean?"

Li Fan honestly confessed, "This is another reason why I came to find Friend Yin. After deducing the [Establishing Foundation with Myself] method, I was initially excited, thinking I had opened up a new path. I planned to continue deducing the following stages such as Golden Core and Nascent Soul confidently."

"However..."

Li Fan shook his head slightly, his face filled with bitterness, "After establishing the foundation with myself, all methods are integrated into my body. I believe the same applies to the Golden Core, which I call the [Primordial Unity Golden Core] based on ancient cultivation texts."

"But how to achieve this perfect [Primordial Unity Golden Core], I can't figure it out. It's like my inspiration has been completely exhausted, and it seems like there is something hindering me from exploring all of this..."

As Li Fan spoke, his expression became extremely painful.

Master Yin seemed to empathize and hurriedly comforted him.

"Friend, being able to comprehend the secret of [Establishing Foundation with Myself] already makes you an extraordinary genius, far surpassing ordinary cultivators. Why be so harsh on yourself?"

"As for the [Primordial Unity Golden Core] you mentioned..."

Master Yin pondered, "This is undoubtedly a difficult path to tread. It can be described as going against the heavens."

Speaking of this, Master Yin seemed to recall something and suddenly fell into silence.

"I have a vague feeling. Perhaps in this lifetime, it is impossible for me to make further progress on this new path. That's why I came to find Friend," Li Fan looked at Master Yin sincerely.

"The innovative thinking Friend used to propose [Establishing Foundation with Myself] undoubtedly far surpasses mine. Perhaps you can open up a new path once again?"

Without further ado, Li Fan directly explained the discussion about the [Primordial Unity Golden Core].

After speaking, he looked at Master Yin with anticipation, "Friend, what do you think?"

Master Yin couldn't help but become fascinated and said, "Hmm, let me think, let me think." It seemed like he had entered into contemplation, his expression becoming somewhat trance-like.

After a long time, he finally came to his senses.

"This method is challenging, even more so than [Establishing Foundation with Myself]. It's not something that can be solved in a short time."

"Besides, I have other things to research..." Master Yin hesitated, his face showing some reluctance.

"Observing the situation on your island, it seems to be related to the Immortal-Mortal Miasma?" Li Fan asked.

Master Yin nodded, "Friend truly has sharp insight. I have a premonition that within this Immortal-Mortal Miasma, there hides a massive secret between heaven and earth."

Chapter 819: A True Kindred Spirit

Li Fan chuckled heartily, "I'll pre-congratulate you, Friend, on unraveling this mystery! When that day comes, I hope you'll share it with me."

"Rest assured, Friend! Since you could openly share the perfect [Establishing Foundation with Myself] method with me, I naturally won't keep any secrets," Master Yin assessed Li Fan, very pleased, "I never expected to encounter someone like you in the world, a like-minded companion."

"I didn't anticipate such a rapport with Friend before I came," Li Fan also expressed his satisfaction.

"By the way, I think Friend doesn't need to worry that deducing the [Primordial Unity Golden Core] will delay the research on the Immortal-Mortal Miasma. Based on my experience, the two can proceed alternately and synchronously. When one encounters a dead end, you might as well turn to the other. Perhaps, inspiration will arise before long," Li Fan elaborated on his "experience and insights."

Master Yin's eyes were full of brilliance as he listened.

The two met each other belatedly, engaging in long conversations on the island for three days and nights.

Until the moment of parting, Li Fan extended an invitation to Master Yin.

"This island is a bit too plain. How can it match up to Friend's demeanor? I have a small world with picturesque scenery and tranquil nature. It's perfect for our dedicated research. Why don't you come back with me?"

In the Xuanhuang Realm, those who possessed their own cave heavens or small worlds were either rich or noble.

After hearing this, Master Yin's eyes flashed with surprise.

He hesitated a bit but ultimately declined Li Fan's generous invitation.

"Although this island is smaller, I am used to it. Perhaps, if I get bored in the future, I might visit you, Friend, and stir up some trouble."

Li Fan didn't feel surprised by Master Yin's response.

He showed a very regretful expression, bid farewell reluctantly, and handed over his communication charm before leaving.

He insisted on staying in touch and exchanging insights.

Turning away from Yin Yin Island, after flying a certain distance, Li Fan suddenly stopped.

Looking back at the island, he hesitated for a moment and ultimately canceled his plan to use [Invisible Assassination Intent] to lock onto Master Yin.

"Master Yin's strength is a bit peculiar; I can't view him as an ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivator. In this lifetime, relying on the [Establishing Foundation with Myself] method, I have gained his initial trust. There's no need to complicate matters."

"Although [Invisible Assassination Intent] is secretive, it doesn't guarantee that he won't detect it."

After pondering for a moment, Li Fan finally departed.

Flying westward all the way, he left the Sea of Clouds and arrived at Shilin Province.

Since the fall of the Nine Mountain Province, the Wanxian Alliance had attempted several counterattacks.

Trying to reclaim it.

Unfortunately, the Nine Mountains were treacherous, and every mountain and river seemed like a natural barrier.

All attempts at a counteroffensive ended in failure.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 820: Sudden Change in the Battlefield

In addition to the treacherous terrain of the Nine Mountain Province, the ineffectiveness of teleportation arrays, and the inability of cultivators below the Nascent Soul stage to traverse mountains and rivers, the complete betrayal of the Lingyuan Sect was also a crucial factor in the repeated failures of the Wanxian Alliance's attacks.

Li Fan wondered what benefits the Five Elders had promised to the Lingyuan Sect. Under the control of the Wanxian Alliance, this organization had a history of vacillation. However, after being taken under the management of the Five Elders, it seemed to have completely changed its nature, becoming absolutely loyal.

They even bound and handed over several secret emissaries who had infiltrated the Wanxian Alliance on the spot to demonstrate their unwavering loyalty.

With the failure of the Nine Mountain Province offensive, the Wanxian Alliance changed its strategy.

They switched from offense to defense.

They deployed heavy forces to defend the borders adjacent to the province. Even defensive formations covering the entire province were activated.

"The Heavenly Yuan Vitality Formation..."

Li Fan looked up at the sky, now turning earthy yellow, and observed the spiritual energy being continuously drawn away from his surroundings. He squinted slightly.

"The defensive array of the Wanxian Alliance is indeed quite sophisticated. Unfortunately, it is far weaker than the Heaven-Darkening Spirit-Locking Formation. With the Dissolving Disk in hand, I can break it instantly." Many scenes flashed in his eyes.

After a moment, Li Fan lightly pinched his fingers and, as if a vacuum had appeared around him, the Heavenly Yuan Vitality Formation lost its effectiveness near him.

More importantly, there was not the slightest indication that anyone had noticed the anomaly.

"The Wanxian Alliance has activated the defensive array, which, under normal circumstances, the Five Elders cannot break in a short time."

"Perhaps the war is about to enter a stalemate, and then, gradually settle down in the forgetfulness of everyone..."

"No, no! Let me lend you a helping hand!"

Li Fan chuckled, his figure ghostly, flying towards the border of Shilin Province.

He did not cross the defense line to go to the Nine Mountain Province. Instead, he arrived near the White Mist Barrier, not far from a small border city called Crane Stone.

A group of Wanxian Alliance cultivators from the Demonstration Hall was stationed in the city.

And overseeing Crane Stone was a person who appeared very nervous, inspecting the specific conditions of formations, restrictions, and other defensive measures.

Without alerting the defense personnel, Li Fan quietly sneaked into the city.

After they finally separated, he discreetly found the overseer of Crane Stone.

The overseer was named Yu Dayi, just entering the Golden Core stage.

With a big belly and a kind face, he looked very honest.

Having rested for a while, he was drinking a cup of spiritual tea to relax when he suddenly saw Li Fan appearing in front of him without any warning.

His expression changed, and he was about to call for someone.

But he found the other party looking at him with interest. With a sudden change, he swallowed back the voice that was already at his lips.

"Who are you?" Yu Dayi squinted and asked.

"The Wanxian Alliance, you should be familiar with it, right?" Li Fan deliberately used a strange tone.

Yu Dayi's face changed again, but he remained cautious and did not admit anything.

Li Fan continued to size up Yu Dayi, smiling strangely, "Perforated in every way, it seems that the Wanxian Alliance is showing signs of collapse!"

The aura around Yu Dayi became elusive and dangerous with Li Fan's words.

"Don't worry. Your identity as a spy for the Five Elders is only known to our Wanxian Alliance. No one else," Li Fan glanced at him, saying indifferently.

At this moment, Yu Dayi finally stopped pretending.

Although he didn't know how he had been exposed, he still maintained the basic qualities of a spy and responded calmly, "What brings you here, Sir?"

"Isn't it because your Five Elders have disappointed us too much? After taking over the Nine Mountain Province, you should have attacked vigorously, pursued victory, and swallowed several more provinces. Why are you satisfied and not moving?" Li Fan sneered.

Yu Dayi looked somewhat ugly, "Does Sir really think that the Wanxian Alliance is easy to deal with? This sudden successful attack on the Nine Mountain Province was carefully planned. Didn't you see how tight the border defenses are? Just the defensive array covering the entire province is not easy to break."

"Hehe, weaklings always like to find excuses for themselves. Or is it that you are afraid of that Transmission Grandmaster and dare not move decisively?" Li Fan cast a disdainful glance at Yu Dayi, sneering.

"Not much, just a little further and a bit more success in the battle won't necessarily provoke Transmission Grandmaster to intervene."

With that, Li Fan threw a jade slip over.

Yu Dayi reacted quickly, caught it, and examined it.

Unable to maintain his composure any longer, he asked, "Where is the flaw in the Heavenly Yuan Vitality Formation?"

He looked at Li Fan, full of astonishment, "This..."

"True or false, try it and you'll know. Just hope you have the guts." Li Fan said with a sinister smile.

Before the other could say anything, his figure flickered and disappeared from view.

Yu Dayi tightly held the jade slip, his expression changing unpredictably.

This self-proclaimed member of the Multiverse United Association had a mysterious background and an intimidating demeanor.

Not only did he know about his undercover identity, but he also knew the Wanxian Alliance's top-secret defense formation.

Yu Dayi was now in a dilemma.

"Should I pass this information on?"

"With the front line defenses being so tight, success requires sacrificing this hard-earned identity."

After careful consideration, Yu Dayi read the contents of the jade slip again.

Then, alone in a quiet place in the city, he faced the Heavenly Yuan Vitality Formation covering the entire province.

Half a day later, Yu Dayi's expression remained unchanged.

But his body couldn't help trembling slightly due to excitement.

It was caused by excitement.

"It's actually true." Yu Dayi took a deep breath, suppressing the excitement within.

Maintaining a calm demeanor.

Three days later, taking advantage of a rare opportunity, he left Crane Stone City under the pretext of something.

Li Fan slowly revealed his figure.

"Hope the Five Elders won't disappoint me."

...

The mysterious disappearance of Yu Dayi quickly caught the attention of the martial cultivators stationed in the Demonstration Hall in the city.

When it was confirmed that he had indeed defected, an urgent wanted notice was sent to the border.

Yu Dayi had already successfully returned to the Nine Mountain Province and found his organization.

A brief calm lasted for less than half a month.

Without completing the investigation into the spy incident in Crane Stone City or the Wanxian Alliance's accountability process, the Five Elders launched a rapid and fierce attack.

It wasn't just in Shilin Province.

War erupted along all the borderlines.

The powerful defensive formations that Wanxian Alliance relied on were useless, like illusions.

Caught off guard, the losses for the Wanxian Alliance were devastating.

In less than seven days, news of several provinces falling reached them.

Only due to the heavy forces stationed in Shilin Province, it managed to resist the onslaught.

The change in the war caught everyone by surprise.

Cultivators of the Wanxian Alliance were in panic.