I Just Want to Cultivate Quietly and Farm

Chapter 944: Chapter 494: Transmission Array Artifact (Part 2)

At this point, Wan Renlang’s tone became sincere and resolute: ”Two Elders, although my Ten Thousand Treasures Pavilion is founded on commercial principles, Wan’s sense of responsibility and commitment to the Spirit Realm is no less than anyone else’s. If this device can truly be refined successfully, it might be the hope to save this realm.”

Sword Master Feng’s gaze slightly gathered, as if contemplating something.

A moment later, Sword Master Feng spoke solemnly: ”Steward Wan, we naturally understand your intentions, but as I said earlier, this Ancient Shifting Domain Device is no trivial matter. The risks and unknowns behind it are far beyond what you and I can bear, especially with the current surge of cultivators in the Spirit Realm. The Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power is increasingly scarce, and cultivation resources are extremely tight. Any slight error could trigger a chain reaction, with unimaginable consequences.”

”This matter is of great importance and must not be taken lightly. You must inform me of those ancient books’ clues so I can personally verify them before making a decision.”

Sword Master Chen also nodded in agreement: ”Indeed, Steward Wan. The Ancient Shifting Domain Device should not be spread. We must consider the safety of the entire Spirit Realm. If we pursue temporary benefits and place this realm in jeopardy, it would be a great sin.”

Upon hearing this, Wan Renlang, though unwilling, realized this was the best solution for now. He immediately took out several Jade Scrolls from the Storage Ring and respectfully handed them to Sword Master Feng: ”Elder Feng, these are the excerpts and clues from those ancient books. Please have a look.”

Sword Master Feng received the Jade Scrolls, and his Divine Sense immersed within, carefully examining each piece of information.

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Gaining much important information from the three’s conversation, Li Mu furrowed his brows, seemingly lost in thought.

”Sword Master, is the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power in the Spirit Realm depleting?” Li Mu asked Sword Master Chen with concern.

Sword Master Chen’s gaze darkened slightly, gently sighed, and nodded: ”Elder Li, you may not know, but in recent years, the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power in the Spirit Realm has indeed been gradually depleting. There are multiple reasons behind this. Firstly, with the rising number of cultivators, the consumption of spiritual power has increased significantly, causing the natural recovery rate to fall far behind the consumption rate. Secondly, according to ancient books, there was a great calamity in ancient times that damaged many Spirit Veins, which have yet to fully recover, indirectly affecting the supply of spiritual power.”

”Even more serious is!” Chen’s voice shifted, his tone becoming more solemn: ”The Upper Realm Passage, along with the Abyssal Passage, has been sealed by the Sealing Domain Array, preventing this realm from receiving the tides of spiritual power from the Upper Realm. This undoubtedly adds insult to injury, making the problem of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power shortage increasingly severe.”

”Indeed! In ancient times, the Upper Realm would occasionally produce tides of spiritual power, constantly flowing into this realm. At that time, the number of Daoist Monarchs was tens of times what it is now, and Integration Powerhouses were countless.” Wan Renlang nodded and remarked: ”In the present, the state of the Spirit Realm is far worse than before.”

Wan Renlang’s words carried a touch of helplessness and worry as he continued explaining: ”Without the nourishment of the Upper Realm’s spiritual power tides, the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power is diminishing day by day. The tier of spiritual objects in this realm is getting lower, and the cultivation path for cultivators is becoming increasingly difficult. Many young talents with limitless potential struggle to break through bottlenecks due to a lack of sufficient spiritual power, ultimately fading into obscurity. Meanwhile, the older generation of powerhouses mostly face the end of their lifespan due to spiritual power depletion, causing the overall strength of the Spirit Realm to quietly decline.”

”Regardless, such an Array Artifact should not be refined. If it falls into the hands of the Outer Realm demon race or the Star Beast tribe, the damage to this realm could be unpredictable.” Sword Master Feng finished reading all the Jade Scrolls, and looked decisively at Wan Renlang.

”Master Li!” Wan Renlang forced a smile and looked at Li Mu.

”Steward Wan, I sincerely apologize! Refining such a device is not easy, and I don’t have much confidence!” Li Mu gently shook his head, carefully advising: ”Moreover, Sword Master Feng’s concerns are not unfounded. An artifact capable of influencing Heaven and Earth Spiritual Power possesses immense power. If it falls into enemy hands, the results would be unimaginable. Although I am an Artifact Refiner with profound knowledge in various Exotic Treasures, Arrays, and Restrictions, I must act cautiously with such a forbidden item.”

”If that’s the case, then alright!” Wan Renlang sighed lightly with a trace of regret in his eyes. Then, he regained his smile, gesturing to the window at Li Mu, Sword Master Feng, and Sword Master Chen, indicating: ”The auction is about to enter its most exciting phase in space-time, so I’ll refrain from bothering you!”

With that, Wan Renlang bowed to the three and swiftly left the No.1 VIP room.

At that moment, Wang Tiancheng was excitedly pounding the gavel, confirming the ownership of the previous Spiritual Object.

”Distinguished guests, next, we will introduce one of the most notable highlights of today’s auction—a Tier Eight Spiritual Material, the ’Void Spirit Crystal’!” Wan Tiancheng’s voice, amplified by the Sound Amplification Array, echoed clearly and magnetically throughout the auction hall, instantly capturing everyone’s attention.

Following this, Wan Tiancheng slowly unveiled the silk covering the tray in his hands, revealing a crystal that emitted a faint blue light, seemingly containing the endless secrets of the universe, eliciting astonishment from all around.

”This Void Spirit Crystal was accidentally obtained from a void fissure, containing a trace of Void Power. For those cultivating the Space-Time Law, it is an invaluable treasure. Whether used to refine a Spatial Treasure or to aid in understanding the Space-Time Law, it provides unmatched support.” Wan Tiancheng introduced it in detail, unable to hide his excitement in his words.

Meanwhile, after leaving the VIP room area, Wan Renlang passed through complex corridors, made several turns, and arrived before a heavy and ancient stone door.

Wan Renlang gently knocked on the door, and the runes on the door flowed. Moments later, the door silently opened, revealing a chamber heavily safeguarded by Restrictions, emitting a faint Spirit Light.

Wan Renlang entered, and in the center of the room sat an elderly man in a black robe with a stern expression, meditating. A subtle fluctuation of spiritual power surrounded him.

The black-robed elder sat quietly in the center, his surrounding spiritual power fluctuations seemingly isolated from the outside world, forming a unique space. He wore a robe as black as night, embroidered with intricate and mysterious gold patterns that appeared and vanished under weak light, containing ancient and mighty power.

The elder’s face was stern, seemingly untouched by time, yet his deep gaze sparkled with wisdom and decisiveness. His brows held a barely noticeable wrinkle that revealed his deep cultivation and life experiences, with a straight nose and tightly pressed lips, emanating an aura of authority.

”Master, I’ve returned.” Wan Renlang respectfully saluted and then reported the previous conversation with Li Mu, Sword Master Feng, and others to the black-robed elder verbatim.

After hearing this, the elder slightly furrowed his brows and asked disappointedly: ”Failed?”

At this time, Wan Renlang turned the conversation, his tone carrying a hint of unnoticed excitement, indicating: ”Master, before leaving, Master Li seemed to reveal a subtle message that made me feel he might not be entirely without assurance in refining that Array Artifact.”

”Oh?” The elder responded, opening his eyes sharply, his piercing gaze directed at Wan Renlang, asking concernedly: ”Explain in detail.”

Wan Renlang took a deep breath, recalling every detail of the conversation with Li Mu: ”Although Master Li was determined in refusing, I could sense hesitance and an incomplete intention in his words. He mentioned having reservations about refining this device, but did not entirely dismiss its possibility. This may indicate that under certain conditions, he might find a solution.”

”If not for the presence of Profound Celestial Sword Sect’s two Sword Masters, he would have probably agreed.” Wan Renlang added affirmatively.

Upon hearing this, the elder’s mood slightly brightened, a meaningful smile appearing on his lips: ”Indicating, this person’s Artifact Refining Skill is unparalleled in the realm, with a cautious and stable character. Without genuine assurance, he would not easily disclose such information. You must find a way to approach him again and by any means strive to refine this device.”

”Yes, Master.” Wan Renlang replied respectfully, then silently turned to leave.