"Lately, it's better to go out less often. First, cultivate the Primordial Infinite True Skill to perfection and then advance to the Huajin level."

Lin Zheyu mused.

Upon entering Wuling City, his ears were greeted by the shouts and chatter of vendors, presenting an image of prosperity and peace.

Compared to the forest outside the city, where demon puppets ran rampant, it was as if they were two different worlds.

Crackle ——

Lin Zheyu strolled through the streets and alleys, observing scenes of residents worshipping gods and setting off firecrackers everywhere.

Today seemed to be some sort of festival again.

In Great Wei, there's practically a festival every few days. The wealthy celebrate each festival extravagantly, while the poor only prepare lavish meals for major holidays.

For regular festivals, a string of firecrackers and a stick of incense suffice.

Watching people worshipping gods, Lin Zheyu paused for a moment before shaking his head in disappointment and turning away.

"I can't perceive any faith power. Faith power is more mysterious than spiritual energy and the power of Yin energy."

"However, today it seems that the concentration of Yin energy in the city has decreased quite a bit. Could it be due to faith power?"

Lin Zheyu pondered quietly.

He opened his senses, able to detect the Yin energy tangled with spiritual energy in the air, significantly reduced in concentration.

"Interesting..."

Lin Zheyu murmured softly with a smile as he headed into a nearby herbal shop.

This time, he needed quite a few herbs, some of which were rare, and he needed to inquire whether they were available in Wuling City's herb shops.

After visiting over twenty herbal shops, Lin Zheyu had reserved a large amount of herbs from each one, planning to collect them later.

However, three specific herbs were still missing: Cold Bone Grass, White Frost Flower, and Erosion Phoenix Profound Leaf.

"I'll return to the sect first, then inquire at the black market tonight if any herb vendors have these." Lin Zheyu considered.

If unavailable, it would be quite troublesome.

Of these three herbs, Erosion Phoenix Profound Leaf and Cold Bone Grass are crucial main ingredients. Without them, the cultivated physique will be significantly inferior.

...

"Master Uncle..."

"Greetings, Master Uncle!"

Upon returning to Bitao Pavilion, disciples greeted Lin Zheyu warmly.

Lin Zheyu smiled and nodded to them.

The sect had grown colder lately, with many familiar senior brothers and sisters out on missions, even most of the Bone Marrow Refining Realm disciples had their tasks.

Lin Zheyu visited Mr. Yang, but he had gone to Bull Demon Sect and wouldn't return for a few days.

Leaving Bishui Pavilion, Lin Zheyu finally encountered a familiar face.

"Senior Brother!"

Lin Zheyu hurried forward, smiling to greet Senior Brother Cui Haihong.

"Kid, you're finally back. How's the Primordial Infinite True Skill coming along, confident you'll master it?" Cui Haihong asked with a smile.

"Of course no problem."

Lin Zheyu replied confidently.

"Haha, I believe you can do it too." Cui Haihong laughed.

After some casual conversation, Lin Zheyu recalled the black compass and blood lotus.

These items weren't recorded in the sect's archives, so he could only inquire from others.

With Mr. Yang absent, why not ask Senior Brother Cui Haihong?

As a true disciple at Bitao Pavilion and having been a Huajin Martial Artist for over a decade, he likely encountered many secrets.

"Senior Brother, have you seen any strange objects made of black jade that resemble a compass and have a locating function?"

Lin Zheyu asked.

"Could Junior Brother be referring to the Ink Jade Disc?"

Surprised, Cui Haihong asked after pondering.

He had only learned about the Ink Jade Disc by chance from a friend, and was astonished that Junior Brother, merely at the Bone Marrow Refining Realm, had encountered such a thing.

"Ink Jade Disc, indeed fitting."

"Does the Ink Jade Disc you refer to also show light spots?" Lin Zheyu asked.

Expecting to ask Mr. Yang, he never thought Senior Brother Cui Haihong would know.

"Yes, it's definitely the Ink Jade Disc."

"These things are rare treasures, impossible to acquire without special channels. Junior Brother, where did you get one?"

Cui Haihong inquired, furrowing his brow in concern.

"I came across it during a vendetta on the way back."

"I saw someone holding a black jade compass, seemingly using it to locate someone else, hence my curiosity."

Lin Zheyu offered his prepared explanation.

"I see."

"Those in possession of the Ink Jade Disc have extraordinary origins, usually related to legendary cultivators or cults. It's best for Junior Brother not to get involved."

Cui Haihong advised, without delving further.

"Thank you, Senior Brother, for the advice."

"Senior Brother, how does the Ink Jade Disc's magic determine the intended target's location?"

Lin Zheyu asked.

If he could figure out how to use the Ink Jade Disc, it might come in handy someday.

"I haven't seen the Ink Jade Disc myself, so I'm not clear on specifics."

"However, I've heard that this magical artifact is extremely mystical. With the target's personal belongings, using the residual aura on the items, their whereabouts can be traced."

Cui Haihong chuckled: "Junior Brother, keep it up. Once you advance to the Innate Realm and access that world, I can lean on you."

"Senior Brother's joking. With your talent and aptitude, you'll sooner or later reach the Martial Arts Innate Realm, and I'll be the one relying on you." Lin Zheyu replied with a smile.

The two chatted and laughed as they headed out of the sect; Cui Haihong planned to treat Lin Zheyu to a meal upon his return.