Chapter 591: The Poisonous Cold Secret Realm
Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin listened to Ziyan's story, feeling tense on her behalf. If Xiao Ze had not accompanied Ziyan to the Northern Dragon Island, facing the forbidden formation of the Taixu Ancient Dragon clan, Ziyan might very well have fallen to the Northern Dragon King. After all, formations that boost one's strength by devouring the same kind of bloodline, despite being evil, are incredibly powerful.
Xiao Yi Xian and Ziyan looked at Xiao Ze, both surprised. Even though Xiao Ze had previously advanced rapidly in cultivation, the scale of his recent improvement was unprecedented. According to Ziyan's description, a five-star Dou Saint was no more than a trivial challenge for Xiao Ze, who was now at least a six-star Dou Saint. This was evident because Ziyan mentioned that Xiao Ze had used a space-shifting ability unique to six-star Dou Saints.
"Are we done catching up? I have something to discuss with you all," Xiao Ze said.
The three women looked at him curiously.
"Given the ongoing war, we urgently need more powerful forces, and I would feel more reassured knowing you have strengthened your abilities."
"However, advancing in the Dou Saint stage isn't something that can be achieved overnight. Even with our talents, it's difficult to break through again in a short period."
Xiao Yi Xian expressed her concerns. Although the inheritance in the Dragon Palace had enhanced their abilities, normally, ascending even a minor level in the Dou Saint stage could take decades or even a century.
"It might be difficult for others, but your Calamity Poison Body, Xiao Yi Xian, could indeed make further progress," Xiao Ze noted, sparking contemplation among the trio. Xiao Ze had been open about many things, and if he mentioned a potential opportunity for the Calamity Poison Body, it wasn't just any ordinary chance.
Suddenly, Xiao Yi Xian brightened, "Xiao Ze, are you referring to that secret realm given by the supreme elder of the Han Frost Tribe after you helped them?"
The other two recalled this as well, and Qing Lin clapped her hands as if suddenly realizing, "I remember that supreme elder mentioned that deep within the Poisonous Cold Secret Realm, there resides a four-star Dou Saint level Bi Frost Heavenly Poison Scorpion."
"Such a creature could indeed help your Calamity Poison Body leap forward in power," she added.
"That does sound like a great opportunity," Xiao Yi Xian agreed. The four-star Dou Saint level Bi Frost Heavenly Poison Scorpion might help her reach the two-star Dou Saint level. With the realm in turmoil, they were all willing to strive for any advancement to alleviate Xiao Ze's burdens. Even a slight improvement was worth exploring.
"Is there any problem with the Alchemy Guild that we should be aware of?" Xiao Ze asked before their departure.
Xiao Yi Xian handed back a dragon-shaped jade pendant Xiao Ze had given her and briefed him on the occurrences within the Alchemy Guild during his absence. The war between the Alchemy Guild and the Soul Hall had not escalated as much as Xiao Ze had anticipated. Instead, under the deliberate guidance of the Soul Hall, the conflict had widened, drawing more forces in the Central State into the fray.
Some were absorbed by the Soul Hall, becoming part of the Soul Alliance. Others, unwilling to join, turned to the Alchemy Guild. And the Soul Hall seemed to prefer it this way.
After listening, Xiao Ze pondered the actions of the Soul Hall, aware of the Soul Clan behind it, tasked with collecting various soul bodies from across the continent to refine soul essence. This essence was crucial for helping their sovereigns advance to emperor-level souls. The gap between a Great Circle Heavenly Realm and an emperor-level soul was so vast it was immeasurable, thus the Soul Clan's insatiable demand for soul essence.
"Now that it seems the Alchemy Guild can still hold on, let's head to the Poisonous Cold Secret Realm," Xiao Ze decided, storing the jade pendant. "If there's indeed a great opportunity, it might lead to more than just becoming a two-star Dou Saint."
Xiao Yi Xian smiled lightly, although she didn't harbor great expectations, knowing that not every opportunity could match the power of the Dragon Phoenix Origin Fruit.
"Qing Lin, do you plan to continue training on the Ancient Dragon Island, or would you return to the Alchemy Guild headquarters first? The Poisonous Cold Secret Realm might not be suitable for your training," Xiao Ze asked Qing Lin.
Before Qing Lin could respond, Ziyan quickly wrapped an arm around Qing Lin's, suggesting, "Why don't you stay on the Ancient Dragon Island? That way, I'll have some company."
"If that's what Sister Ziyan wishes, then I'll stay on the Ancient Dragon Island. What do you think, Master Xiao Ze?"
"That sounds good," Xiao Ze nodded and then set off with Xiao Yi Xian toward the location of the Poisonous Cold Secret Realm.
Ziyan and Qing Lin watched them go, admiring Xiao Ze's decisiveness. They then began to manage the affairs of the Ancient Dragon Island, working to fully merge it into a single island.
In the void, Xiao Ze held a space jade slip, following its resonance toward a specific direction. Navigating through the void to a secret realm based only on spatial coordinates was challenging without a corresponding jade slip.
Within two days, they stopped in an unremarkable expanse of the void. Both focused on a seemingly ordinary spot in the void, Xiao Ze pocketed the jade slip. With a flick of his finger, a strand of golden light touched the void in front of them, causing ripples to spread across space.
"It seems this is the place. Let's go," Xiao Ze said, taking Xiao Yi Xian's hand and stepping into the ripples together.
The scenery shifted from the monotonous black to a space filled with gray and white mists. Xiao Ze grasped a green plant streaked with gray-white lines from nearby, noting, "The Poisonous Cold Secret Realm indeed nurtures some unique celestial treasures specific to its environment."
"At least we've secured the minimum bounty for our efforts."
(End of Chapter)
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