It seems these Returning Void Realm Dao Masters are not unwilling, but simply unable.

After all, at their level, any action would inevitably lead to a prolonged battle capable of destroying heaven and earth, wielding the vast power of the Great Dao, and bringing themselves one step closer to being assimilated by heaven and earth.

Having cultivated for several thousand years, expending countless resources and overcoming numerous calamities to reach their current heights, who would willingly cut off their own path of cultivation?

As Jiang Shu pondered deeply, that elderly voice continued:

"Therefore, if you wish to reach the height of my master in the future, and even go further to tread upon the Immortal Path, you must leave the Cang Mang Domain, traverse through the Demon Domain, and see if there are higher planes to be found."

"The Demon Domain and Cang Mang Domain are actually similar; both have a natural barrier. The Cang Mang Domain is filled with Primordial Qi, while the other side is suffused with Demon Energy."

"My master once said, the path to immortality is cut off within Cang Mang Domain and the Demon Domain. To become an immortal, one must seek beyond the domains."

"Of course, this is merely his speculation. After all, nobody knows what's beyond the Demon Domain. Returning Void Realm Dao Masters dare not venture into the Demon Domain due to the presence of the Demon Lord. Once they enter, their aura will be detected."

"To act would further integrate them into the Heavenly Dao. Not to act means retreat. It's a true dilemma."

"As you mentioned, the Eight Great Sects' war may very well be an attempt to break into the Demon Domain, to gain higher initiative, such as the ability to access the Demon Domain."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Shu remained silent for a long time, a mysterious light gradually appearing in his eyes.

"The Demon Race..."

The direction indicated by the Wenxian Palace's Artifact Spirit coincided with his previous plan.

Initially, Jiang Shu intended to head to Thunder Sound Island after seeing the Wenxian Palace's Artifact Spirit, then actively proceed to the Demon Race, venturing deep behind enemy lines.

On one hand, not appearing within the Eight Great Sects.

As his notoriety has grown, not only do the Demon Race and Demon Sect want to eliminate him,

but even within the Eight Great Sects.

The Beast Taming Sect also wants to get rid of him.

The Dao Yi Sect may not be any different.

In this situation, the best course of action is to vanish within the Cang Mang Domain, infiltrating the Demon Domain.

Though seemingly more dangerous, he actually has better means to preserve his life due to the Two Realms Shuttle.

"Thank you for the guidance, senior."

Becoming increasingly resolute, Jiang Shu cupped his hands toward the stone gate.

However, having received such priceless information from the Wenxian Palace's Artifact Spirit, given Jiang Shu's character, he had to reciprocate in some way.

Afterward, he proactively inquired:

"Both times I have come here, thanks to your thorough guidance, I have benefited greatly. I wonder if there's anything currently that this junior can do on your behalf?"

The Wenxian Palace's Artifact Spirit seemed very gratified upon hearing this, responding in a relaxed tone:

"It's commendable that you have such thoughts; my expectations have already been conveyed to you."

"In the future, if your cultivation succeeds and you grow to become a giant of the world, I hope you will make a move to help my master free from his eternal slumber."

Regarding this, Jiang Shu certainly didn't hesitate, nodding in agreement right away.

Then, he heard the Wenxian Palace's Artifact Spirit sigh slightly and say:

"Moreover, I indeed have a small matter that requires your help."

"Please elaborate, senior!"

"Back then, to aid my master in treading the Immortal Path, I chose to overdraw my Origin at the last moment, severely injuring my Primordial Qi. Now, even though I can maintain my True Spirit from dispersing, I remain in a state of unrecovered injury, my power weakened."

"I hope that if you have the opportunity while training outside in the future, you can help me find some materials to aid in healing my wounds."

"This matter is difficult, and I merely hope you remember my master."

Jiang Shu nodded again:

"I wonder what materials the senior needs. Once I leave, I will remain vigilant in searching."

The elderly voice paused briefly, saying:

"Hmm... Though it's within your reach given your current cultivation, they are still hard to obtain."

"In my current state, I need to refine a large amount of Daoist Rank materials to supplement the severely depleted Origin Power."

"The higher the grade of Daoist Rank materials, the better the restoration effects after refining."

"Of course, these materials are born of the Great Dao of heaven and earth, precious to the Daoist Monarch of Vientiane Realm. They are often transplanted by powerful figures, making it quite challenging to seize them from their hands. Here, I'll gift you a protective item as my token of gratitude."

"Certainly, if you manage to acquire some Dao Artifacts, they would be acceptable. However, these Dao Artifacts must contain Artifact Spirits. Ordinary Dao Artifacts without Artifact Spirits hold little significance to me."

Buzz!

As the elderly voice faded, the imposing and heavy stone gate suddenly emitted a dazzling divine brilliance.

Jiang Shu felt an overwhelming golden light surge in front, almost turning the entire expansive hall into a sea of gold, causing his eyes to squint slightly.

Upon reopening his eyes, he saw the endless golden light rapidly compressing and converging towards the center, where a pale golden rune with ancient and mysterious implications appeared before him.

Within the rune, the dark golden light flows and shifts, surrounded by the Power of Great Dao, exuding a majestic aura that reveals a wave of immense power, compelling one not to overlook it.

The script of the rune, like dragons soaring and phoenixes dancing, was in ancient seal script, which, while Jiang Shu wasn't proficient, he could roughly discern.

It was an 'Immortal' character!

"This 'Immortal Character Order' is transformed from the Origin Power of my Wenxian Palace, you should take it."

"Relying on its power, as long as you are within the Cang Mang Domain, no matter the location, if you encounter an extreme crisis, infuse Primordial Power to activate it, I will immediately sense it and through this 'Immortal Character Order', transport you instantly back here."

"However, my power has its limits. If the distance is genuinely too far and challenging to convey, I can only descend in thought to empower the 'Immortal Character Order', lending you an additional strength."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Shu's gaze instantly focused.

This Wenxian Palace is indeed a Dao Artifact controlled by a Returning Void Realm Dao Master, even though its Origin Power is greatly damaged, it still possesses such prowess.

Such life-preserving methods, although not surpassing his Two Realms Shuttle, if obtained by ordinary cultivators, could nearly enable them to cultivate to the highest realm directly.

It is truly a life-saving Divine Artifact.

That even surpasses some Dao Artifacts in exaggeration.

Moreover, he can leverage the power of Wenxian Palace to confront formidable foes!

Despite the current state of Wenxian Palace's Dao Artifact Spirit not being much stronger than him,

This Artifact Spirit can recover by devouring Daoist Rank materials; if he finds enough Daoist Rank materials or Dao Artifacts, it's not impossible for the senior Wenxian Palace's Artifact Spirit to recover to Chaos Hole Realm or even Returning to Void Realm!

The only drawback is the limitation on usage次数!

Just as he heard the Wenxian Palace Artifact Spirit's elderly voice somberly say:

"The power contained within this 'Immortal Character Order' can support you for up to three activations; before my strength recovers further, after three uses, this order will self-destruct, and I will fall into a slumber again due to energy depletion."

"Thus, unless there's no other choice, try not to squander the opportunity lightly, remember."

"I understand, thank you for the treasure, senior!"

Taking a deep breath, Jiang Shu solemnly stretched out his hand to take down that suspended 'Immortal Character Order,' injecting a strand of spiritual power from his Sea of Consciousness into it, and then placing it close to his chest.

With another benefit gained, Jiang Shu also felt more at ease. After chatting with the Wenxian Palace for a moment, he inquired about cultivation matters.

The progress of Vientiane Realm's enhancement, comparing to the earlier Primordial Pill Realm and Nirvana Realm, had sharply increased in difficulty. Previously during seclusion at True Martial Sect, Jiang Shu distinctly felt that even with the panel and relentless cultivation, the advancement of cultivation inevitably slowed down.

The comprehension of the Great Dao, indeed, could be continually trained using a water-dripping-through-stone approach.

But still, it was too slow!

In the face of such great opportunities, the faster one elevates oneself, the better they can command narrative power!