Chapter 1339
Double Happiness, Refining Spiritual Objects
Just as Song Qingming sensed this aura, Qu Bai, who was standing not far away, also had a slight change in expression.
Clearly, this upper-realm cultivator, whose divine sense was not much inferior to his own, had also noticed something amiss.
"Brother Qu, is there something else down there?"
"Strange, the Flame Heart Jade can only be transformed by the Five Elements Spirit Clan's origin. Logically speaking, such a high-level origin spirit object should not be born in this world for no reason."
Could it be that he wasn't the only Fire Spirit who perished here back then?
Although the two were still some distance away from this aura, Song Qingming could still clearly sense a trace of familiarity.
Even the "Flame Heart Jade" that he had just obtained seemed to be summoned by something and began to stir restlessly.
Just as "Qu Bai" was filled with doubt, the strange aura began to move closer to them.
At the same time, the "Flame Heart Jade" in Song Qing's hand suddenly emitted a burst of spiritual light again, trying to break free from his restraints.
"Watch out, that guy's here!"
"Regardless of their origins, since they've come to me willingly, I have no reason to refuse."
Sensing the other party's presence, which was rapidly approaching him, Song Qingming smiled slightly.
Now that his cultivation has reached the Nascent Soul stage, it is rare for him to find spiritual items that are useful to him.
Whatever this thing may be, now that I have encountered it, I cannot easily let it go.
Having said that, Song Qingming immediately cast a spell to control the "Five Elements Divine Light Mirror" and trap the still restless "Flame Heart Jade" in his hand.
Immediately afterwards, a pair of giant white hands appeared out of thin air beside him.
Meanwhile, Qu Bai, standing to the side, also cast a spell to activate the array flag in his hand, and the array in front of him immediately lit up with spiritual light.
Just as the two were casting their spells, a ball of blue spiritual light flew out from the magma beneath them.
The "blue light" stopped spinning in mid-air and then transformed into a four-clawed spirit dragon that circled around the air.
The aura emanating from the blue dragon was in no way weaker than that of the "Flame Heart Jade" from before; it was actually a spirit-like demon that had reached the same level five as its opponent.
However, this "four-clawed blue dragon" was emitting bursts of blue and white spiritual light, which was clearly different from the fire-attribute "spiritual heart jade" just now.
"This is the Thunder Spirit Orb."
Unexpectedly, there really is a Thunder Spirit Pearl here. No wonder the Spirit Heart Jade had Crimson Sun Divine Thunder on it back then.
It turns out that it was separated from this being because it had fought against it.
Besides humans and demons, many other living beings in the world can develop intelligence and manifest a spiritual body once they cultivate to a high level.
The Thunder Spirit Pearl mentioned by "Qu Bai" is also a high-level primordial spirit object that has developed intelligence.
Similar to the "Flame Heart Jade" which belongs to the Five Elements, there were also many in this world in ancient times.
However, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth in the "Huayang Realm" is now thin, and it is rare to see "Thunder Spirit Pearls" of level five or above. I never expected to see one here.
As both being primordial spiritual objects of heaven and earth, the "Thunder Spirit Pearl" and the "Flame Heart Jade" are inherently competitors, each seeking to devour the other to enhance their own cultivation level.
Seeing the "blue dragon" appear before him, Qu Bai, who was already surprised, finally understood.
The reason why the small "Flame Heart Jade" that he and Song Qingming found back then was that it was separated and covered with such powerful "Heaven and Earth Divine Thunder" was because of this.
It must have been the result of his struggle against this "Thunder Spirit Orb" and his defeat.
Song Qingming and Qu Bai's capture of Yan Xinyu must have alerted the other party, which led to the luring out of the object as well.
"Brother Song, this guy wants to devour the Flame Heart Jade, we will never let him succeed."
Otherwise, not only will we have wasted our time, but if Lei Lingzhu uses it to increase her strength, we might all be in danger.”
After the "blue dragon" appeared, its gaze immediately became fixed on the "spiritual jade" not far away.
Lingxinyu, trapped in the "Five Elements Divine Light Mirror," seemed to sense the appearance of her old rival and was equally eager to escape.
However, they were firmly bound by the golden chains and could not break free for the time being.
The "blue dragon" opened its mouth wide, and several white lightning bolts flew out, heading straight for the "Five Elements Divine Light Mirror" in the distance.
The moment the white lightning touched the surrounding magma, the lightning sparks instantly ignited a raging inferno, turning the entire area around the magma into a sea of fire, and in the blink of an eye, it was already in front of Song Qingming.
Just as the lightning was about to touch him, two large white hands blocked Song Qingming's path.
The lightning entered the white giant hand, and the two immediately merged into one.
"Devouring Heaven and Controlling Thunder Technique!"
Just as Song Qingming was about to use his cultivation technique to absorb the lightning before him, a powerful force suddenly erupted from the white lightning, forcing him back several steps.
Seeing this, Song Qingming's expression also showed a hint of surprise.
Since cultivating the "Devouring Heaven and Controlling Thunder Technique," Song Qingming has been able to overcome most lightning-attribute divine abilities, except for those he cannot deal with Heavenly Tribulation.
However, the "Thunder Spirit Orb" they faced this time was a rare level five or higher thunder attribute demon spirit, whose power was even greater than the many divine thunders accumulated in Song Qingming's body.
Although the "Heaven-Devouring Thunder Technique" can block the opponent's attack, it cannot successfully devour the opponent.
Before Song Qingming could even think for a moment, the "blue dragon," having failed in its first attack, coiled its body again, and its massive tail, crackling with lightning, came hurtling towards him.
Seeing this, Song Qingming immediately summoned the "Yin-Yang Double Rings" to block the space above his head.
"boom!"
Under Song Qingming's control, the black ring had just blocked the dragon's tail in mid-air.
A burst of lightning emanated from its body, striking the "Yin-Yang Twin Rings" directly, causing the magical treasure to tremble violently.
"What powerful divine lightning!"
Faced with such powerful high-level divine lightning, Song Qingming couldn't help but praise it.
He immediately poured his inner magical power into the magical treasure in his hand, and manipulated the "Yin-Yang Twin Rings" to absorb all the power of lightning, which allowed him to stabilize his body.
At the same time, several beams of white light from the large array above also fell down under Qu Bai's control.
The white light instantly coiled up into a "blue dragon," attempting to trap it in place and help Song Qingming escape the predicament.
However, Qu Bai clearly underestimated the power of his opponent's divine thunder.
Just as the white light entangled its opponent, it was repelled by the lightning and fire emanating from the "blue dragon," causing it no trouble whatsoever.
Moreover, the residual power of the thunder and fire spread along the white light, covering the great formation.
In the blink of an eye, the electric shock made Qu Bai's hands go numb, and he almost dropped the array flag in his hands.
"Huh!..."
The grand formation set up by Qu Bai was originally intended to deal with Yan Xinyu, but its power was significantly reduced when facing the Thunder Spirit Pearl.
Seeing that he could not defeat his opponent, "Qu Bai" immediately dropped the array flag in his hand and activated the Sacred Star Disc in his hand with all his might.
A flash of inspiration instantly sliced through the space surrounding the "blue dragon".
But when faced with the approaching spatial rift, lightning reappeared beside the "blue dragon," instantly causing it to vanish from its spot.
Immediately afterwards, the "blue dragon" opened its mouth wide and more than a dozen even more powerful bolts of lightning shot out.
The moment they made contact, Qu Bai was sent flying to the side.
Fortunately, Qu Bai was protected by the Sacred Star Disc, which allowed him to reach the destination without being injured.
With Qu Bai's help in restraining their opponent, Song Qingming had already broken free from the suppression of the lightning.
At this moment, he held a golden longsword in his hand and was rapidly circulating his internal magic power.
After returning from the "Purple Sun Heavenly Palace", Song Qingming handed over the "Golden Palace Cloud Light Sword" to Qu Bai to enhance its power.
After incorporating numerous high-level materials, Song Qingming received a level-five Qingyang Golden Flame Bamboo from the "Xianyuan Sect" a few years ago.
After successfully refining this treasure, the "Golden Palace Cloud Light Sword" was officially upgraded to the low-grade spiritual treasure level.
Now that Song Qingming has taken out this treasure, and with the "Azure Jade Refining Technique" added to it, a powerful pressure instantly enveloped the entire battlefield.
The power unleashed by the "Golden Palace Cloud Light Sword" is now close to that of a mid-grade spiritual treasure.
"Brother Qu, help me stop him!"
As soon as he uttered the words, Song Qingming's eyes turned cold, and he quickly unleashed several sword lights with his "Golden Palace Cloud Light Sword".
This time, the overwhelming force of the sword light gave the opponent no chance to dodge.
The sword light easily pierced through the white lightning and went straight through the "blue dragon" demon body.
As the sword light dissipated, countless bolts of lightning crackled across the "blue dragon" in mid-air, but it remained motionless in place.
Before long, the "blue dragon" suddenly broke into several pieces, which then gathered back into a ball of spiritual light.
At that very moment, "Qu Bai" not far away immediately manipulated the white light conjured by the array, successfully trapping the blue spiritual light within it.
"Hahaha, we've finally caught you! Today is truly a double celebration."
Qu Bai's face lit up with joy, and he was about to step forward to subdue the other party.
Before he could even get close, bursts of lightning flashed within the white light array, causing it to tremble incessantly.
Seeing this, Song Qingming immediately stepped forward.
A golden giant sword descended from the sky, its powerful pressure instantly suppressing the blue lightning.
Before the sword light could fall, the lightning was shattered by this immense pressure, turning into a blue sphere that stopped in front of him.
Picking up the blue sphere, Song Qingming instantly sensed a powerful lightning-attribute spiritual energy within it.
"Brother Qu, is this Lei Yuanzhu?"
"Excellent! This item is perfectly suited to the thunder magic you cultivate."
If you successfully refine it, not only will you save hundreds of years of arduous cultivation, but your divine power should also be greatly enhanced.
"This opportunity, which can save hundreds of years of arduous cultivation, is even better than I expected."
"Brother Qu, if I refine these two spiritual items together, will I be able to cultivate to the second level of the Nascent Soul stage?"
Upon hearing Qu Bai's explanation, Song Qingming immediately asked another question with a serious expression.
"Both the Thunder Pearl and the Flame Heart Jade are rare opportunities in this world. If you can refine them all, it will not be difficult to raise your cultivation level by one level."
However, there's one thing I need to remind you of.
These two spiritual items have conflicting attributes, and refining them simultaneously carries a certain risk.
If not properly controlled, these two spiritual energies within the body will repel each other, potentially damaging the meridians.
Whether or not you want to take this risk, my brother, you'd better think it through carefully first.
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Both "Thunder Pearl" and "Flame Heart Jade" are transformed from the essence of heaven and earth, but their attributes are mutually restraining.
When he first subdued the two spiritual objects, Song Qingming had already seen this point and understood Qu Bai's reminder.
When I first came here, I faced a life-or-death crisis with two choices and was forced to undergo the Nascent Soul stage to overcome the tribulation.
Unexpectedly, after so many years, I've returned here and encountered another dilemma. Fortunately, this time the choice I face isn't as perilous as it was back then.
After a moment of silence, Song Qingming finally spoke:
"Opportunities from heaven and earth are hard to come by. If I hadn't dared to face any risks, I probably wouldn't be where I am today."
Having reached the Nascent Soul stage, finding useful spiritual items was already a great opportunity, and Song Qingming was naturally reluctant to let it slip away.
Although he knew that refining two spiritual objects at the same time would be risky, Song Qingming still made up his mind.
Upon seeing this, "Qu Bai" immediately smiled and nodded.
"Since you've made up your mind, I won't say anything more."
However, you don't need to worry too much. There's nothing too dangerous about this. Even if the refining fails, it will only waste some time.
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Just as the two were talking, another streak of light descended from the sky; it was Li Xuanyi, who had rushed over after receiving a message from Song Qingming.
On the way here, Li Xuanyi had already sensed that there were people fighting here.
Despite her best efforts, she was still a step too late.
When she arrived, the battle was over, and both spiritual objects had been controlled by Song Qingming.
As she landed, she happened to see "Yan Xinyu" not far away, and immediately showed a hint of surprise.
"Husband, is this the Flame Heart Jade you've been looking for?"
"Ok!"
"Xuanyi, I will need your help to refine this item, which may take up some of your cultivation time."
Facing his Daoist partner Li Xuanyi, Song Qingming did not hide anything and directly told her that he needed her help to refine the spiritual object.
Song Qingming also informed Qu Bai of some of the risks he mentioned without reservation.
Upon hearing this, Li Xuanyi smiled calmly.
"For so many years, my husband has been taking care of our spiritual practice."
It's rare for me to have the opportunity to help you, and you're still being so polite with me.
"Let alone helping you refine this item, even if we were to face danger together, I wouldn't back down an inch."
Seeing Li Xuanyi looking at him with a firm gaze, Song Qingming nodded and said nothing more.
Qu Bai, on the other hand, ignored the two of them and turned away from where he stood.
"Brother Song, I'll go outside and keep watch. I'll leave this place to you."
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After Qu Bai left, Song Qingming set up several high-level magic arrays on the spot before sitting down cross-legged with Li Xuanyi.
The next moment, as Song Qingming raised his hand to cast a spell, two beams of spiritual light, one red and one blue, arrived in front of him.
As Song Qingming swallowed a bottle of "high-grade cold liquid," his internal magical power instantly covered the "Flame Heart Jade."
A surge of rich fire-attribute spiritual energy was immediately absorbed into Song Qingming's body.
At the same time, Li Xuanyi immediately activated her magic power to cover his body, helping Song Qingming to begin refining the enormous spiritual power within his body.
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Spring comes and autumn goes, and decades pass in the blink of an eye.
On this day, the once calm sea surface of "Luoxia Abyss" was suddenly filled with rolling clouds and mist, revealing a strange and unusual celestial phenomenon.
Nearby sea fish and monsters, seeing this scene, all gathered around out of curiosity.
However, as they stood beneath the extraordinary celestial phenomenon, they sensed a unique spiritual energy but could not find its source.
These low-level demonic beasts could only keep spinning in place.
As more and more demonic beasts gathered here, the high-level demonic beasts nearby quickly noticed the strange phenomenon, and even the Golden Core Demon King, who was rarely seen on ordinary days, was attracted over.
Suddenly, several streaks of light appeared on the distant horizon, and several figures descended, the leader being a burly man in red robes who had already transformed into human form.
The burly man in red robes merely glanced down, and an immense pressure instantly enveloped the surrounding sea for dozens of miles.
The low-level demonic beasts and sea fish that sensed the aura immediately scattered and retreated, or lay prostrate on the sea surface.
"Blackhorn, this should be your territory!"
What happened here?
"Your Highness Jinli, this is indeed my jurisdiction, but nothing has happened in the vicinity in recent years, and I don't know why."
Just as the demon king replied, another streak of light flew rapidly from afar.
Seeing that the newcomer's speed was no slower than his own, the "golden-robed giant" immediately showed a hint of surprise.
"Haha, just now Fellow Daoist Bai Yan and I were thinking about whether to send a message to Fellow Daoist Jin Li, but we didn't expect that Fellow Daoist would arrive first."
As soon as he finished speaking, two beams of light descended from the sky, transforming into two figures, one old and one young.
These two individuals were no weaker than the "Golden-Robed Giant" in terms of cultivation, and were also renowned Nascent Soul Demon Emperors in the vicinity.
"I was quite surprised that something happened here and it would alarm you two so quickly."
"You two have come here, perhaps also to search for treasure?"
The burly man in red robes looked at the strange phenomena in the sky above, but his tone carried a hint of doubt.
"Hehe! Fellow Daoist Jin has misunderstood."
Judging from this strange phenomenon, it doesn't seem like a rare treasure of heaven and earth has appeared in the world. Fellow Daoist Jin, have you forgotten what happened hundreds of years ago?
We only came to offer our assistance because we were worried that another human cultivator might be in seclusion here.
"Oh! So, I should thank you, sir!"
You two are both sensible people, so I won't say any more polite words. Since you said you wanted to help, I can't refuse now.
However, this is my territory after all. Since you two want to interfere, I must say this beforehand.
If we really find any treasure, I must choose one first, and then you can share the rest!
"Uh, I have no objection, then I'll listen to Fellow Daoist Jin."
"Okay! Let's do it that way."
Seeing that the "golden-robed giant" had already seen through their intentions, the old man and the young man immediately smiled and agreed.
After the three agreed, they immediately led the other demon kings into the abyss.
Before long, the group arrived near the volcano deep in the abyss.
As soon as they arrived, they sensed a powerful spiritual force emanating from the crater ahead, causing their expressions to turn serious.
"This aura doesn't feel like that of a Nascent Soul cultivator in seclusion. Could it be that some powerful treasure has truly been born!"
"Haha, fellow Daoists, we've already agreed that once you find a treasure, I'll pick one first, and then you can take the rest."
"Fellow Daoist, rest assured. We are already so familiar with each other, how could we go back on our word?"
Along the way, the "golden-robed giant" had reminded the group of their agreement several times, and the other two demon emperors could only nod in agreement, though they felt helpless.
Just as the group approached the crater, they suddenly saw a powerful pressure coming from ahead.
"This is... everyone be careful, there's something ahead..."
The white-robed elder walking in front had just shouted out when a small crack appeared out of thin air in front of him, and a huge suction force instantly came.
Upon seeing this, the old man in white immediately changed his expression.
"This is a spatial rift!"
Just as the white-robed elder was about to use magic to escape, he was stopped by a figure that suddenly appeared in front of him, who punched him into the crack.
"what."
A scream rang out, and the white-robed elder was torn apart by the spatial rift, his nascent soul not even having a chance to escape.
It wasn't until the white-robed elder perished that the people around him realized that a black-clad figure had appeared in front of them at some unknown time.
Upon seeing this person, the "golden-robed giant" and the other demon emperor were both startled.
"Oh no, everyone run! This guy is a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator!"
Seeing how powerful the newcomer was, instantly killing one of his companions.
The other two Nascent Soul Demon Emperors were already filled with regret and dared not fight him at all, so they immediately turned around and fled the spot.
However, both of them were only at the early stage of the Nascent Soul realm, and were no match for the man in black.
Before long, only the corpses of demons remained near the volcano.
After collecting the materials from these demon emperors, "Qu Bai" returned to the crater on his own and glanced down.
"They've attracted the Demon Emperor so quickly; it seems they've made quite a commotion!"
After muttering something to himself, "Qu Bai" sat down cross-legged again.
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"Floating Clouds Mountain Range" Qingyun Mountain.
In the "Huixian Pavilion" on the mountaintop, Song Qingyu, Bai Yuxian, and Huang Siyuan were sitting at a wooden table enjoying tea.
A moment later, another figure strode into the attic.
"Reporting to Master and Ancestor, Ancestor Yu of the Hundred Flowers Palace has arrived at the foot of the mountain with his people, and Uncle Yuan Hao is entertaining them."
"Okay! I understand, you can go ahead and get back to work."
After waving for the other party to step back, Song Qingyu immediately turned her gaze to Huang Siyuan, who was standing to the side.
"Senior Sister Bai, there are only a few months left until the Eastern Phoenix Sword Tournament. Why are Seventh Brother and Senior Sister Li still nowhere to be seen? Could it be that they will miss the tournament?"
"Qingyu, there are still a few months left, what's the rush!"
"I have already discussed it with Tianyu Sect and Dangmo Palace. Even if Junior Brother Song can't make it back, the conference will still be held as scheduled."
But Qingyu, you must make sure to remind everyone.
Under no circumstances should we leak information about Junior Brother Song, lest someone with ulterior motives take advantage of the situation.
Anyone who dares to utter a single extra word, regardless of who they are, will be dealt with according to the sect rules.
"Okay! Senior Sister Bai, I understand."
I'll go and give a heads-up to the Hundred Flowers Palace first, to avoid Fellow Daoist Yu sending anyone up the mountain to inquire again. You can rest assured about what's happening down the mountain; leave it to Yuan Hao and me."
After saying that, Song Qingyu nodded to the two of them and then turned and left.
After Song Qingyu left, Bai Yuxian's gaze fell on Huang Siyuan.
"Senior Sister Bai, don't worry, I believe my husband will definitely be able to return in time." (End of Chapter)