Immortality Begins With The Alchemical Master Chapter 628: The Ancient Cultivator's Ruins in the Depths of the Sinking Sea - Novel Cool

Chapter 628: The Ancient Cultivator's Ruins in the Depths of the Sinking Sea

Chapter 628: The Ancient Cultivator's Ruins in the Depths of the Sinking Sea

Once again, Ding Yi, with his familiar physique and warm demeanor.

But Luo Chen couldn't help but furrow his brows.

After some small talk, Luo Chen couldn't help but ask, "Fellow Daoist Ding, why haven't you shed that layer of fat yet?"

Ding Yi laughed heartily, "Qingyangzi, you're so considerate!"

"I was just worried that my Dust Suppressing Pill might not work, and you'd come to me for after-sales service," Luo Chen said helplessly.

Ding Yi waved his hand, "You're overthinking it. We settled the payment, and there's no question of holding someone accountable afterward. Moreover, that Dust Suppressing Pill was indeed effective for me."

If it was effective, why hasn't this layer of fat been reduced?

Luo Chen looked at him in surprise but didn't press further.

Perhaps, the other party had cultivated some secret technique, which was why he maintained this physique.

Just like Luo Chen himself, who was also known as the Red-Faced Daoist in the outside world because his face was permanently red due to the effects of the True Flame Pill.

It was best to mention such things in passing; asking too much might make others uncomfortable.

The pot-bellied Ding Yi walked on Peng Island, his eyes occasionally scanning the surroundings, and his mouth constantly uttering exclamations of admiration, with occasional sighs of regret.

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"It's just a pity that some places are still not well-managed; otherwise, the annual profits would be much higher!"

Luo Chen smiled, "You flatter me, fellow Daoist."

His thoughts over the years had never been on managing Spirit Lands.

With this scale, it was already the best that Tian Xuan and the Zhang family could do.

If he were to manage it himself, in less than twenty years, Penghu would have been completely transformed.

At the very least, there would be more people here!

This Spirit Land, although the Spirit Veins were scattered, there were many of them, and their quality wasn't low.

It was most suitable for establishing a sect or a power.

With enough manpower, they could develop sufficient industries.

These were all lessons from experience.

Luo Chen, of course, was aware of these matters, and he had even managed something similar in the past. Now, his aspirations lay elsewhere.

"During the battle at Cold Light Island, Qingyangzi, you were so impressive! If it weren't for the world's attention being drawn to the Nascent Soul battle, that battle would have truly made you famous, Qingyang... Demon Lord."

"You flatter me, fellow Daoist. I merely taught a few Golden Core cultivators a lesson, nothing to boast about."

"Tsk tsk, among those who besieged you, the others were fine, even Qian Ting was no match for you. But the Mountain Lord of Hundred Creations isn't someone to be taken lightly. I, Ding, would have to exert considerable effort against him. Yet, under such a siege, you managed to leave calmly and even counter-attacked, killing several. My praise is not excessive."

Luo Chen pulled at the corners of his mouth. He knew better than anyone how formidable the Mountain Lord of Hundred Creations was.

If he hadn't seized the opportunity, and Tian Peng hadn't struck with all its might, sending the Mountain Lord flying to a distant place, he would have been entangled by the opponent. Unless Han Zhan intervened, his life would have been in jeopardy.

However, although Ding Yi's words were humble, his tone still carried a sense of confidence in his ability to defeat the Mountain Lord of Hundred Creations, which was somewhat unexpected.

He scrutinized the fat man carefully.

The other party didn't hide at all, and his magical power slowly spread outward.

Luo Chen's eyebrows rose.

Golden Core Ninth Layer!

This person had hidden his strength well before, only revealing the cultivation base of a mid-stage Golden Core cultivator.

Now, without any pretense, his realm was profound, like a deep ocean.

Among the people Luo Chen had encountered in his lifetime, only the Old Fisherman was stronger than him during the Golden Core stage. Even the Purple Empress and the Ghost Spirit Child, whom he had briefly met once or twice, were not as strong as Ding Yi.

No, there was definitely one person who could suppress Ding Yi! The Supreme Elder of the Ice Fortress, Master Cangtang! At that time, Luo Chen was still at the Foundation Establishment stage and couldn't sense the strength of Golden Core cultivators. Master Cangtang had also restrained his spiritual pressure in front of Luo Chen.

Now, recalling it with the perspective of a Golden Core cultivator, it was clear that his three treasures of essence, energy, and spirit had begun to fuse, a sign of Great Perfection!

"I never expected that you were the one hiding your true strength!"

Luo Chen sighed, and his footsteps stopped beneath a lakeside willow tree.

Ding Yi chuckled, "When traveling in the North Sea, demons and monsters are everywhere. If I don't hide some of my cultivation, I might become a target for specific arrangements. Moreover, Qingyangzi, you're the same. With your fourth layer of Golden Core..." Huh!"

Ding Yi's tone paused as the white-robed man by the lakeside released increasingly powerful magical power, clearly a cultivator at the sixth layer of the Golden Core stage.

Even more so!

Because of the pure and domineering magical power, the spiritual pressure was so strong that it forced him to unconsciously resist with his own magical power.

The collision of the two spiritual pressures was brief, and no winner was apparent.

Ding Yi was both surprised and delighted.

"Sixth layer of Golden Core!"

"Your cultivation has progressed so much, fellow Daoist!"

The domineering spiritual pressure retreated like a receding tide back into Luo Chen's body.

With bright eyes, Luo Chen observed Ding Yi, not missing a single change in his expression.

"Since you've come to see me, fellow Daoist, why beat around the bush? Let's get straight to the point."

Ding Yi's smile widened, "I've always acknowledged your combat strength, and now with this displayed realm, I'm even more satisfied."

Luo Chen asked, "As far as I know, you should have arrived at the Ten Thousand Immortals Assembly a long time ago."

Ding Yi didn't argue and nodded calmly, "That's true. Fourteen years ago, I arrived at the Fuyong Mountain Range and asked Muyun Cave Lord to refine a secret treasure for me."

"A treasure?"

"Yes, this treasure is related to a dangerous place I'm about to venture into. If it's not a treasure, I wouldn't go, and I wouldn't have come to find you."

"You're looking for me?" Luo Chen's eyebrows rose, realizing the conversation had finally reached its core, "Could it be, you want to invite me to accompany you?"

"Indeed, fellow cultivator, your wit is impressive!" Ding Yi readily acknowledged his intention.

Walking up to Luo Chen, the tall and stout man stood side by side, gazing at the calm and mirror-like lake surface, devoid of any ripples.

"That dangerous place is extremely perilous, even more so than the renowned dangerous lands in the North Sea, such as Wu Zhong Valley and Soul-Breaking Cliff. In my opinion, even the Northern Nightmara Sky pales in comparison to the danger of that place."

Luo Chen's heart trembled with shock.

The names Ding Yi mentioned were all well-known dangerous places in the North Sea cultivation world.

Wu Zhong Valley, known as the land where countless demons perish, is the burial ground for third-stage and lower-stage demon beasts. Even fourth-stage Demon Emperors dare not venture there lightly.

Soul-Breaking Cliff is a forbidden land deep within the Demon Sea, discovered by a wandering cultivator in the early years. Later, the Demon Origin Sect organized a group of Nascent Soul and Golden Core stage experts to explore it, but more than half of them perished within, hence the name 'Soul-Breaking'.

If these places are not considered dangerous, then the Northern Nightmara Sky is worth mentioning.

This is the most dangerous place in the North Sea, backed by the Sinking Sea where the Thousand-Year Thunder Essence was born. It is naturally enveloped by the Yuan Magnetic Polar Aurora, ensuring that anyone who enters will meet their end.

"If these places are not dangerous enough, aren't you seeking death by going there?"

"Haha, why would I be seeking death? Haven't you heard that the Northern Nightmara Sky has been conquered by the Demon Race coalition?"

Luo Chen chuckled, "That was achieved by the powerful cultivators of the North Sea Demon Race, who gathered millions of demon beasts to forcefully conquer it. You and I are merely Golden Core cultivators, how can we compare?"

Ding Yi shook his head.

"That's not how it is. Dangerous places are meant to be conquered. Wu Zhong Valley was breached by Yu Ling Zhenren and became a blessed land for cultivation. The Northern Nightmara Sky was transformed by the Demon Origin Sect into their sect's cave heaven. The dangerous place I'm going to has also been explored by others over the years, and if they can go, so can I."

Alright!

Seeing the determination on the stout man's slender face, Luo Chen decided not to dissuade him further and directly asked about the location of the dangerous place.

"Deep within the Sinking Sea!"

"Hmm?"

"I'm telling you, that place is deep within the Sinking Sea!" Ding Yi stared intently at Luo Chen, speaking each word with emphasis.

Luo Chen was filled with doubt and astonishment, "Isn't the Sinking Sea the Demon Origin Sect's backyard? What's there that you're after?"

"Hehe, people only know that the Sinking Sea guards the rear of the Northern Nightmara Sky, but they don't know that the danger within not only blocks enemies but also the Demon Origin Sect itself." Ding Yi spoke with confidence.

Luo Chen was puzzled, "If there's something valuable inside, wouldn't the Demon Origin Sect have taken it already? How would it be your turn?"

"Didn't I say that the Sinking Sea also blocks the cultivators of the Demon Origin Sect? Moreover, much of the experience of entering and exiting the Sinking Sea is gradually explored by the Demon Origin Sect's disciples. They themselves are also exploring. It's just that before they could fully develop that secret realm, the sect was destroyed, and its members perished."

This explanation seemed more reasonable.

Luo Chen nodded slightly, but doubts still lingered in his heart.

"I know the Sinking Sea is dangerous, but what's in the depths that makes you so persistent?"

This time, Ding Yi became more serious and mysterious.

"Specifically, I don't know either, but at least there's an ancient cultivator's relic inside."

A relic of an ancient cultivator?

For some reason, Luo Chen thought of the White Night Palace in the Nine Thunder Mountains.

For the Demon Origin Sect to persist in exploring, the relic must have been left behind by a powerful cultivator at the Soul Transformation stage or higher.

The remaining treasures, even if they are insignificant, are priceless treasures for Golden Core cultivators like them.

Just like the Thousand-Year Thunder Essence!

Seeing Luo Chen's thoughtful expression, Ding Yi didn't rush him. There were many origins to this, and he couldn't explain everything at once.

He would only reveal everything once he was certain Luo Chen was going.

But after half a day, Luo Chen still hadn't given a response. Ding Yi, recalling that Luo Chen had only mentioned him and not their group, became a bit anxious.

"Qingyangzi, aren't you tempted?"

Luo Chen suppressed his emotions and remained silent.

Ding Yi patiently explained, "There must be a treasure of heaven-shaking value there. Under my inquiries, many cultivators with high cultivation levels in the North Sea have been actively exploring the Sinking Sea."

"Are there Nascent Soul True Persons?" Luo Chen asked.

Ding Yi replied without hesitation, "Of course, Nascent Soul True Persons are the main force!"

"If that's the case, what's left for us?"

"But Golden Core cultivators have also emerged from there!"

"Who?"

Ding Yi revealed a name.

Cold Jade Fairy!

Seeing Luo Chen's disbelief, Ding Yi whispered, "As far as I know, the Cold Jade Fairy was actually just a Nascent Soul Elder's furnace of the Demon Origin Sect. She was taken to the ancient cultivator's relic deep within the Sinking Sea. After returning, she broke through the Nascent Soul stage. That's when the Demon Origin Sect's Elder granted her the Cold Jade City, freeing her from the furnace."

"The once unattainable Cold Jade Fairy was actually just a Furnace?" Luo Chen was truly shocked by this secret.

And what shocked him even more was that deep within the Sinking Sea, there was an Incarnation Opportunity!

As soon as he thought of this, he understood why Ding Yi was so determined to go there.

He was seeking the Incarnation Opportunity!

Apparently, this information was intentionally revealed to Luo Chen by Ding Yi.

After saying this, he calmly watched Luo Chen, expecting a reaction.

He didn't believe Luo Chen wouldn't be tempted!

However, after waiting for a long time, Luo Chen's expression went from shock to anticipation, then to hesitation and doubt, and finally, he seemed to have made up his mind, shaking his head.

"I'm sorry, I'm a cautious person by nature, and I usually don't do things without certainty. After considering the secret realm you mentioned, I find it too dangerous, and I fear it's not something I can handle."

Ding Yi's face instantly turned sour.

He realized that Qingyang Demon Lord didn't possess the demeanor of a powerful Demon Path cultivator; instead, he was remarkably prudent in his actions.

He lacked the domineering aura he displayed during the Cold Light Island battle, where he stood alone against several cultivators of the same stage.

But in reality, Luo Chen had carefully considered his options.

What's the big deal about the Nascent Soul Opportunity? He had already comprehended the Incarnation Technique and possessed the formula for the Incarnation Pill. As long as he refined the Incarnation Pill, the most lacking thing wouldn't be the Incarnation Opportunity, but merely a Fourth-Stage Spirit Land.

In this situation, why take unnecessary risks?

Was it just for those unknown treasures?

Luo Chen had always been cautious, and he had knowledge of a few secret realm ruins. However, whether it was the Ghost God Valley's Grand Elder's ruins, which were within reach during the Qi Refinement Stage, or the Soul Transformation Cave Mansion he stumbled upon during the Foundation Establishment Stage, he never proactively explored them.

It was precisely because of this cautious nature that he had managed to reach his current position step by step.

He didn't do things without certainty!

Seeing Ding Yi's displeased expression, Luo Chen consoled him, "There are many cultivators stronger than me at this Wan Xian Assembly. Why insist on me, fellow cultivator? In my opinion, Muyun Cave Master, with his numerous magical treasures, is quite formidable."

"He's a fellow cultivator!"

"Well... Others are fine too. Ghost Spirit Child's time is almost up, and if he knew about this opportunity, he would definitely take a chance. Old Fisherman is also excellent, the leader of the three Eight-Star Monster Hunters, and his abilities surpass mine. There's also Deputy City Lord He Fang of Dragon Abyss..."

"Ghost Spirit Child is just a dried-up corpse in the tomb, not worth considering. Old Fisherman is under my command, and even if I don't invite him, he will most likely go to the Sinking Sea. As for He Fang? I don't trust people from the same sect!"

Luo Chen mentioned one person after another, and Ding Yi rejected them all.

As he listened, Luo Chen gradually understood.

It wasn't that those people weren't capable, but that they were difficult to control? Compared to them, Luo Chen's strength was sufficient, but his cultivation realm was relatively weak, which meant he wouldn't take away Ding Yi's leadership.

If this was indeed Ding Yi's plan, then among the vast Wan Xian Assembly, Luo Chen seemed to be the most suitable companion for Ding Yi.

Upon careful consideration, Muyun Cave Master also met this condition.

With numerous magical treasures and exceptional abilities, his mere Golden Core Stage realm wouldn't threaten Ding Yi's leadership.

Thinking of this, Luo Chen's expression turned sour.

Even when he was influenced by the heart demon and took action against the Flame Alliance, Luo Chen had always been the one in control.

The more dangerous the situation, the more he needed to be in control; otherwise, he wouldn't even know how he died.

Just as he was about to bid farewell...

Four words suddenly reached his ears.

"Five Elements Lotus Platform!"

"Hmm?" Luo Chen's eyes gleamed, fixed on Ding Yi.

The latter chuckled, "According to my knowledge, you've been inquiring about the Five Elements Lotus Platform, a spiritual herb, for years, right? Have you managed to collect one or two?"

Luo Chen didn't answer, only staring at him.

Ding Yi shrugged, "I won't hide it from you. In that ancient cultivator's ruins, there are numerous Five Elements Lotus Platforms. I don't know what you plan to do with them, but I know they are used by Nascent Soul True Persons for cultivation, and only Nascent Soul True Persons trade them among themselves. You're dreaming if you think you can collect Five Elements Lotus Platforms from low-level scattered cultivators. But if you come with me to that place, every Five Elements Lotus Platform we encounter will be yours."

After saying this, he winked.

"Qingyangzi, won't you reconsider?"

This time, Luo Chen fell into a long silence.

The silence indicated hesitation, and hesitation meant he was moved.

A smile appeared on Ding Yi's face as he plucked a willow branch and waved it casually.

"I'll be refining treasures at Mount Muyun. If you've made up your mind, come find me!"

"But I should mention that the secret realm's opening time is unstable, so you need to decide early."

"Also, the Sinking Sea itself is dangerous, and you'll need to prepare corresponding treasures to cross it."

"Make your decision soon, and I'll teach you the method of treasure refinement, so you won't hold me back later."

His words were slow and deliberate, drawing out the conversation.

In his sight, the plump figure had already left Peng Island, gradually disappearing into the sky.

By the lakeside, Luo Chen stood for a long time.

Until Tian Xuan quietly approached.

"Master, Black King has returned."

(End of Chapter)

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