Chapter 994: Tiangang Pearl Condensation Art

As Li Luo gazed into the distance at the mysterious girl who had brought him a familiar feeling, their eyes met in that very instant.

Gazing at Li Luo's familiar, handsome face, the girl's slender body, veiled by thin gauze, trembled slightly, and many suppressed emotions within her heart surged forth like a tide, unable to be held back.

However, just at this moment, a figure walked past from the side, perfectly cutting off the line of sight where their gazes had collided.

The severing of their line of sight caused the girl's emotions to instantly recede; the ripples rising in her ice-lake-like eyes quietly dissipated. She lifted her gaze slightly, looking at the figure before her.

That was a tall, handsome youth. A brilliant smile adorned his face, and at this moment, he was looking at her with gentle eyes, asking in a soft voice, "Young Lady Qing, what is wrong?"

The youth was named Mu Yao, the direct grandson of the Grand Elder of the Golden Dragon Treasure Hall headquarters in the Outer Shenzhou of Tianyuan. In terms of status, he could be considered the highest among the many young people from the Tianyuan Outer Shenzhou headquarters entering the Spirit Image Grotto-Heaven. His own talent was also extremely extraordinary; among the younger generation of the Outer Shenzhou of Tianyuan, his reputation was not inferior to top geniuses like Zhao Yan, Qin Ying, and Li Li Wuyuan.

The girl referred to as Young Lady Qing shook her head slightly and said softly, "It's nothing, just a bit of dizziness from the teleportation. Speaking of which, entering the Spirit Image Grotto-Heaven this time was thanks to Brother Mu escorting us all the way."

Mu Yao smiled and said, "Young Lady Qing is too polite. There are many powerful people around you, so my protection is unnecessary. However, since we are essentially the hosts, we must do our utmost; otherwise, after we return, my grandfather will scold me for not taking good care of you."

His attitude was very enthusiastic, and while speaking, his gaze always lingered on the girl's clear, ice-lake-like beautiful eyes. The occasional hint of pursuit revealed was actually quite obvious.

However, everyone around thought this was normal. A graceful woman is sought after by a gentleman. This "Young Lady Qing" from the mountains possessed noble bloodline and extraordinary status; regardless of her appearance, temperament, or status, she surpassed the women of her generation at the Golden Dragon Treasure Hall headquarters in the Outer Shenzhou of Tianyuan. Therefore, it was only natural for Mu Yao to be moved.

"Young Lady Qing, now that we have entered the Spirit Image Palace, your matter is the priority. The Golden Dragon Treasure Hall headquarters in the Outer Shenzhou of Tianyuan will fully cooperate with you," Mu Yao said.

"Troubling everyone."

Young Lady Qing nodded slightly. She seemed not to have noticed Mu Yao's burning gaze directed at her and said, "There is no time to lose; let us act directly."

"Sister Jin, let's go."

She turned her head to look at the tall woman who had been closely following and protecting her.

The tall woman nodded, led the team, and walked briskly straight towards one end of the Baiyu Plaza.

Young Lady Qing forced herself not to cast her gaze towards Li Luo again and followed. The most important thing right now was to complete the task first, and then see if there was an opportunity to meet Li Luo.

Mu Yao and his people lagged a step behind, but as they left, his gaze swept over Li Luo's position in the distance, his eyes fluctuating slightly. Because he was constantly watching Young Lady Qing's movements, he naturally discovered that she had actually been looking at Li Luo just before.

The surge of emotion in her eyes at that instant did not look like seeing a stranger.

Moreover, as the direct grandson of the Grand Elder of the Golden Dragon Treasure Hall headquarters in the Outer Shenzhou of Tianyuan, he naturally had many spies, so he also knew that on the night before entering the Spirit Image Grotto-Heaven, Young Lady Qing had sent Sister Jin to deliver a "Nine Orifices Refining Pill" to Li Luo.

This was enough to show that the two actually knew each other and had a deep relationship.

"That Li Luo is said to have returned from the Outer Shenzhou; how could he know Young Lady Qing?" Mu Yao maintained a faint smile on his handsome face, but a cold light flashed in his eyes.

"I hope you won't ruin my good deed."

Li Luo withdrew his gaze, which held a hint of confusion, as the figures disappeared. He wondered if that familiar feeling just now was an illusion.

"Let us move as well. Now that we have come to the Spirit Image Palace, we must surely visit the location of the 'Tiangang Wheel'; we cannot miss it." At this moment, Li Li Wuyuan spoke first, drawing everyone's attention.

"Tiangang Wheel?" Hearing these three words, Li Luo couldn't help but ask Li Li Fuling with a puzzled look.

"That Tiangang Wheel is a peculiar object within this Spirit Image Palace. It is said to contain countless 'Pearl Condensation Arts'. As long as some 'Spirit Image Golden Dew' is invested, one may obtain a 'Pearl Condensation Art' that fits oneself. Many scattered cultivators in the Tian Zhu Jing enter the Spirit Image Grotto-Heaven, and part of the reason is for this," Li Li Fuling explained.

Hearing this, Li Luo's heart immediately stirred: "Tiangang Pearl Condensation Art?"

Regarding this art, he actually knew about it. Just as they cultivated the Refining Sha Art when they were at the Earth Sha General rank, this Tiangang Pearl Condensation Art was also a cultivation method unique to the Tian Zhu Jing stage.

The function of this art was very simple but also very important: to increase the speed of condensing and refining the Tian Zhu.

Li Luo had just broken through to the Tian Zhu Jing and hadn't yet had time to formally cultivate the Pearl Condensation Art, but the Dragon Tooth Vein stored quite a few Pearl Condensation Arts, so Li Luo was not in a hurry. He originally planned to return to the Dragon Tooth Vein after this Spirit Image Grotto-Heaven expedition to find a Pearl Condensation Art that suited him.

"Cousin Li Luo, since you have just broken through to the Tian Zhu Jing, you might as well try your luck. Although our Dragon Tooth Vein also stores many 'Pearl Condensation Arts', in terms of sheer quantity, I imagine it cannot compare to this 'Tiangang Wheel'. Furthermore, 'Pearl Condensation Arts' emphasize compatibility with oneself. Cousin Li Luo, you possess three phases, so your requirements for a 'Pearl Condensation Art' should be extremely strict. Therefore, if you can use this Tiangang Wheel to obtain a 'Pearl Condensation Art' that fits you, it should be a great opportunity," Li Li Fuling suggested.

Hearing these words, Li Luo felt somewhat tempted. For a person in the Tian Zhu Jing, a 'Pearl Condensation Art' that fits oneself was indeed a coveted treasure.

While the two were speaking, their group had already moved, swiftly darting out of the Baiyu Plaza, and then following Li Li Wuyuan, speeding off in one direction.

At the same time, Li Luo also saw many figures rushing towards this side, obviously all heading for the so-called "Tiangang Wheel".

Under their full-speed sprint, about ten-plus minutes later, they saw a high platform rise from the ground. On top of the platform, a huge white jade wheel, about a hundred zhang in size, stood quietly. On the white jade wheel, countless ancient and obscure light patterns were engraved, and faintly, a mysterious fluctuation emanated.

At this moment, below the white jade wheel, many figures had already gathered, and beams of hot, greedy gazes swept around.

"Why aren't they making a move?" Li Luo saw these people arrive here but not act, instead looking at those beside them with ruthless eyes, and couldn't help but feel strange.

"Because they do not have enough Spirit Image Golden Dew," Li Li Wuyuan said indifferently.

"To activate the Tiangang Wheel, one person needs to contribute one hundred drops of Spirit Image Golden Dew to obtain one slot. For many scattered cultivators, this is not a small amount."

Li Luo understood; one hundred drops of Spirit Image Golden Dew was indeed a huge number. Previously, activating the Golden Talisman and unlocking the permissions for the Golden Dew Platform had only required thirty drops.

"Our Dragon Blood Vein, Dragon Horn Vein, and Dragon Bone Vein can only gather two hundred drops of Spirit Image Golden Dew, which means two slots. Brother Li Qingfeng needs one, so don't expect us to give you any slots," Li Li Hongli suddenly said.

There was a warning tone in her words. Of the two slots, Li Li Qingfeng took one, so the remaining one was naturally coveted by her; there was no way she would give it to the Dragon Tooth Vein.

The 'Pearl Condensation Arts' on this 'Tiangang Wheel' were most suitable for those like them who had recently entered the Tian Zhu Jing. As for people like Li Li Wuyuan and Li Li Fuling who had already reached the High Star Tian Zhu, they already had familiar Pearl Condensation Arts and saw no need to spend time exchanging for new ones.

"Who cares!" Li Li Fengyi said displeasedly.

"Then can you produce one hundred drops of Spirit Image Golden Dew?" Li Li Hongli pouted.

Li Li Fengyi paused. She didn't know the situation on the other teams' sides, but on their side, although there was some remaining Spirit Image Golden Dew after unlocking the Golden Dew Platform permissions, there was still a significant gap compared to one hundred drops.

Li Li Jingtao smiled and said, "If we in the Dragon Tooth Vein pool our resources, we should be able to gather one slot for Third Brother."

Li Li Fuling nodded and said, "Then let's pool them."

Hearing this, Li Luo frowned: "One hundred drops of Spirit Image Golden Dew for one slot?"

Li Li Fengyi sighed and said, "It is indeed quite high."

Li Luo smiled: "It's not too bad."

Upon hearing this, everyone rolled their eyes in annoyance, but immediately they saw Li Luo slowly take out three jade bottles and throw them to the somewhat stunned Li Li Fengyi, Li Li Jingtao, and Deng Deng Fengxian.

"Come, come, everyone in the Dragon Tooth Vein gets a share. One hundred drops each, go get a slot."

After speaking, he thought for a moment and looked at Lu Lu Qingmei, asking, "Did you gather enough one hundred drops on your side?"

Lu Lu Qingmei hesitated for a moment, looked at Li Guan, and the latter said somewhat ashamedly, "We are still short thirty drops."

So Li Luo threw out another jade bottle: "I'll make up the difference for you. After all, we traveled together before, so I can't let your Dragon Scale Vein suffer a loss."

Lu Lu Qingmei quickly took the jade bottle and happily smiled softly, "Then thank you, Dragon Head, for your generosity."

And when Li Luo finished doing all this, the atmosphere on the Dragon Blood, Dragon Bone, and Dragon Horn Vein sides suddenly fell silent.

(End of Chapter)