Chapter 959: Chapter 416: Quasi-Fifth Rank Spirit Wood; Spirit Vein Upgrade_2

Suddenly, Xu Ping’s gaze fell on the Water Lake Mouse, which had instantly wilted. Xu Ping was not stingy; he flicked a Tier Four Demon Core the size of a dragon’s eye towards it.

"A reward for you, recover well."

The Water Lake Mouse caught the Demon Core, smelled the vast demonic power, and regained some spirit. It quickly tucked it into its mouth and spoke gratefully, "Thank you, Master, for your generous gift!"

Xu Ping nodded and gave a few words of advice to the Water Lake Mouse.

Soon, he no longer delayed, and with the carefully preserved Essence Blood, he left the island, transforming into Escape Light, heading straight towards the Mystic Water Sect.

...

Three months later, at the Mystic Water Sect’s mountain gate.

Shan Tianyou had long sensed Xu Ping’s aura and personally came out to greet him, enthusiastically leading him into his cave dwelling.

Both were straightforward people, not exchanging many pleasantries.

Xu Ping directly took out a Jade Bottle covered with sealing talismans and handed it over: "Senior Shan, fortunately, I did not fail in the mission."

Shan Tianyou took the Jade Bottle and expertly unlocked the layers of seals. Instantly, a pure, majestic, and yet vibrant dragon blood aura filled the air.

Its purity and vitality far exceeded his expectations.

"Excellent!"

After careful inspection, Shan Tianyou’s face showed undisguised joy, "The quality of this blood is exceptional, far beyond expectations! The success rate in refining the Dragon Blood Nirvana Pill can be increased by another ten percent."

He treasured the Jade Bottle and then took out the agreed-upon reward, two pieces of Spirit Vein segments about a foot long and crystal clear like jade, of Fourth Rank Middle Grade.

Although the Spirit Vein segments were sealed with restrictions, they still emitted abundant and pure Spiritual Qi like tides.

"This is the promised item, please verify."

Xu Ping swept his Divine Sense over it, feeling satisfied in his heart.

These two Spirit Vein segments were well-preserved, with minimal loss of Spiritual Qi, and their total amount and quality of Spiritual Qi were sufficient to elevate Blood Bone Island’s Spirit Vein to the Peak of Tier Four Middle Grade.

It would be greatly beneficial for his future cultivation, nurturing of Spirit Plants, and maintenance of the cave’s array.

"Thank you, Senior."

Xu Ping waved his hand to store away the two Spirit Vein segments.

With the transaction complete, Shan Tianyou was in an excellent mood and immediately sent a message to summon the couple Liang Ming, instructing them to entertain Xu Ping well.

He, on the other hand, could hardly wait to bring the Flood Dragon Essence Blood to visit the grandmaster of alchemy, Master Lin. 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

The Dragon Blood Nirvana Pill is of a very high tier, barely reaching the Upper Grade of Rank Four; only this reclusive Master Lin has a relatively high chance of refining it in the outer seas.

The couple Liang Ming, upon seeing Xu Ping, naturally showed exceptional enthusiasm.

In a waterside pavilion boasting a picturesque view, Spirit Fruit and fragrant tea were presented, and the three began chatting casually.

Xu Ping, seemingly casually, inquired about the cultivator who was about to take the Dragon Blood Nirvana Pill to attempt a breakthrough to Late-Stage Nascent Soul.

After all, if this person succeeded, he would be the pillar of Mystic Water Sect in the future, and interaction would be inevitable; understanding in advance was certainly appropriate.

Liang Ming did not hide this.

Although the matter was a highly guarded sect secret, since Xu Ping had already deeply participated and showed sufficient sincerity and strength, continuing to conceal it would appear petty.

So, Liang Ming explained in detail: "This person is named Yan Feng, a direct disciple of my elder brother Shan Tianyou’s line, with a stable and steadfast personality, having immersed in the Peak of Mid-stage Nascent Soul for over a hundred years, with an exceptionally solid foundation, but unable to break through for a long time.

"If he can succeed this time with the power of the Dragon Blood Nirvana Pill, it will naturally be a blessing for the sect."

Xu Ping silently memorized this information, forming a preliminary impression of Yan Feng in his heart.

...

One year later.

Shan Tianyou returned to the Mystic Water Sect covered in dust but could not hide his excitement.

From the happiness in his brow, it was clear that the pill refining had succeeded.

Following a month of meticulous preparations and mobilizing a vast amount of sect resources, the entire Mystic Water Sect quietly entered the highest state of alert.

The Sect Protection Array was fully activated, countless obvious and hidden sentries were deployed, strictly guarding against any unexpected disturbances.

On this day, in the forbidden area of Mystic Water Sect — the Rising Tide Cave.

Inside, the Spiritual Qi was so dense it almost liquefied, and a mysterious array in the center had lit up, with runes circulating like swimming fish.

At the core of the array sat an ordinary-looking middle-aged cultivator, with an aura that was calm and mountain-like, his eyes containing a hidden brilliance when opened; it was Yan Feng.

At the three auxiliary nodes of the array sat Xu Ping, Shan Tianyou, and another veteran Mid-stage Nascent Soul elder from the Mystic Water Sect.

Shan Tianyou occupied the main position, his face exceptionally solemn, as he spoke in a deep voice: "The time has come, begin!"

Upon hearing this, Yan Feng did not hesitate. He suddenly opened his mouth and swallowed the Dragon Blood Nirvana Pill he held.

The pill entered his stomach and instantly dissolved.

"Boom!"

Like a volcanic eruption! A surge of unimaginable medicinal power mixed with pure Dragon Essence and nirvana vitality exploded violently within Yan Feng’s body.

His skin instantly turned blood-red, veins bulged, and his body trembled violently.

"Assist him!"

Shan Tianyou shouted lowly, and the three simultaneously activated their Mana, channeling it into the array below.

The array shone brightly, transforming into three gentle yet resilient beams of light, connecting the three to Yan Feng, beginning to channel and organize the暴狂的药力, assisting him in overcoming the bottleneck!

Xu Ping felt his own Mana surge into the array like a flooding river, and he was secretly astonished by the dominance of the pill while he also fully operated his Cultivation Technique, stabilizing the output.

His main contribution was his pure and vast Mana.

While Shan Tianyou, at the main position, besides channeling Mana, began employing a Secret Technique, burning his own lifespan and Original True Essence.

It was visible to the naked eye as Shan Tianyou’s once ruddy face quickly paled, his hair lost its luster, and a faint breath of decay began to emanate from him.

But his eyes remained determined, pouring all his strength into the array without reservation, transforming it into the purest vitality and propulsion to aid his disciple in surmounting the barrier.