So when Li Zhirui emerged from seclusion, he was surprised to find the once bustling Immortal City now somewhat deserted.

Immediately, he realized this was likely a consequence of that recent incident.

Although the matter arose because of him, he didn’t care at all. After all, the current situation wasn’t his doing but rather due to Cang He’s slow reaction and problematic handling, which led to this result.

Therefore, Li Zhirui paid no heed to it, as the state of Cangye Immortal City had nothing to do with him, and he left the city, flying towards the territory of the Primordial Spirit Race.

Along the way, he encountered many cultivators of varying realms and cultivation levels, and judging by the direction they came from, they seemed to have all come from other places.

"Fellow Daoist, since you’re alone in the Primordial Spirit Domain, if you don’t mind, why not join us and act together? It would be safer, and if there are any gains, we can distribute them according to contribution." A group of four suddenly appeared before him, extending an invitation that seemed full of sincerity.

Judging by their cultivation, every one of them was a Human Immortal, the weakest being at the Middle Stage of Human Immortal, and the strongest at the Peak of Human Immortal.

This strength was barely above average in the Primordial Spirit Domain.

Yet, for some reason, they had their sights set on Li Zhirui, and these individuals made no effort to hide their malice, as if they had already assumed they could manipulate him at will.

Even he was puzzled, not understanding why these cultivators targeted him. Was it because the strength he ’showed’ was too weak, making them think he was an easy target?

"Heh..."

Thinking of this, Li Zhirui let out a soft laugh and said, "If you want to fool me, at least make an effort to disguise your intentions, right?"

"Do you really think I’m so foolish that I wouldn’t realize you’re playing me?"

"Since Fellow Daoist has seen through us, we won’t waste words. Hand over all your Spiritual Objects, and we’ll spare your life." One of the Human Immortals issued a final warning.

"Enough."

Li Zhirui said impatiently, "You all come at me together, don’t waste time."

"How bold!"

"Since you won’t seize this chance to live, let us test the source of your arrogance."

Before the words had fully left their lips, the four Human Immortals launched an attack, surrounding him and leaving no chance for escape.

But in the next moment, the situation they expected—to seize him effortlessly—did not occur; instead, they found themselves facing an insurmountable difficulty.

Li Zhirui casually summoned four vines, effortlessly overwhelming them, forcing them to retreat step by step, proving to be no match.

In just a moment, the four were in dire straits; one was gravely wounded, likely not long for this world.

Only then did they realize they had kicked a steel plate!

The person before them was not some Human Immortal cultivator, but rather a Great Ability concealing his realm.

"Esteemed Senior, we were too impudent and offended you. We are willing to offer all our Spiritual Objects, just to plead for the lives of us four brothers."

"If I kill you, those Spiritual Objects will still be mine."

Li Zhirui’s meaning was simple: simply handing over those Spiritual Objects was insufficient to save their lives; they needed to offer terms that satisfied him.

But in truth, he was merely bluffing them, to see if they possessed any other treasures or opportunities.

He didn’t hold high expectations.

Unexpectedly, they did indeed present an opportunity they accidentally discovered but were unable to utilize.

"Senior, I possess a Treasure Map, but the treasure location is guarded by powerful Formations and several formidable puppets. We’ve never managed to break through, so we are unaware of what the relic contains."

The strongest among them, at the Peak of Human Immortal, said, "Given Senior’s strength, surely you can obtain the treasures within the relic."

"We are willing to offer this Treasure Map, along with all our Spiritual Objects, to plead for mercy for the lives of us four brothers."

Li Zhirui raised his eyebrows slightly, not expecting them to truly have an opportunity. After contemplating for a moment, he decided to let them go.

Killing four Human Immortals wouldn’t benefit him and might involve more karmic entanglements, so gaining more without bloodshed was desirable for him.

"Consider yourselves lucky."

With that, a thought moved, and he directly retrieved their Storage Magical Treasures, locating the Treasure Map they mentioned.

The map was highly detailed, accurately marking the location of the relic, making it easy for even an Outer Realm Creature like Li Zhirui to find it with ease.

After a quick inspection, ensuring nothing was amiss, he flew away immediately.

Leaving behind these four cultivators, not only unsuccessful but also severely battered, having lost all the Spiritual Objects they had accumulated.

"Big Brother, what should we do now?"

It was foreseeable that without those Spiritual Objects, their path of cultivation would become particularly arduous.

"We are not his match, but that doesn’t mean no one can confront him..."

The Peak of Human Immortal’s eyes gleamed, revealing a sinister plan he had likely long conceived, saying chillingly, "Now, head back to the Immortal City immediately and spread the location of the relic, attracting other cultivators to go there. Even if we can’t take him down directly, at least he won’t pocket all the treasures in the relic."