Chapter 457

Life's rhythm flowed through his body, vibrantly displaying vitality.

As Lu Yuan continuously absorbed the nourishment of ancient primordial qi within the tower, he felt himself floating amidst boundless power, and he began to grasp power surpassing mortals.

Gradually, he realized he was an existence connected to heaven and earth, able to influence and change this world.

During his cultivation process, Lu Yuan once again encountered a Heaven-Piercing True Dragon sealed within.

This dragon was ten zhang in length, its body emanating an unparalleled majestic and sacred aura.

It told Lu Yuan that within a mysterious ancient cave dwelling lay an extremely precious treasure—the Primordial Origin Spirit Crystal.

The Primordial Origin Spirit Crystal is the essence of the Great Dao's principles transformed, containing boundless power.

Obtaining it allows one to reach the extraordinary realm, ascending further in the field of immortal arts.

Upon hearing this news, Lu Yuan immediately decided to go to that cave dwelling.

The cave dwelling lies in a hidden valley; the valley is steep and impregnable.

Lu Yuan climbed up cautiously, wearing the Heavenly Gang Thunder Fire Sword, moving on the cliff as fluidly as flowing clouds and water.

Finally, he reached the entrance of the cave dwelling.

Inside the cave dwelling permeated an ancient mysterious aura, a scene of tranquil serenity.

Lu Yuan cautiously stepped inside, where on the murals he beheld a breathtaking scene.

That was a magnificent vista of Xian Jie: immortals dancing in flight, auspicious clouds rolling, myriad phenomena returning to unity.

He continued forward and discovered in the depths of the cave dwelling a dragon eave carved from dragon bones.

Beneath the dragon eave lay hidden the glittering Primordial Origin Spirit Crystal, emitting a dazzling, blinding radiance.

Lu Yuan, in a vague sense, felt a strange resonance between himself and the Primordial Origin Spirit Crystal.

He reached out and lightly touched the Primordial Origin Spirit Crystal; that mighty power immediately surged into his body.

He felt as if he were connected to the universe, merging into the Primordial Origin.

Not long after, Lu Yuan discovered another treasure hidden in the cave dwelling—a Fobao called the Three-Life Elixir.

This elixir waited quietly in a corner of the cave dwelling for his discovery.

It is said that the Three-Life Elixir allows cultivators three chances at rebirth and elevates their cultivation to an entirely new realm.

Lu Yuan's heart surged with immense excitement and joy; he deeply understood the preciousness and value of these two supreme treasures.

For him, the Primordial Origin Spirit Crystal represented a higher cultivation realm, while the Three-Life Elixir was an opportunity to defy heaven. Black Flame Sect Zhenjun Zimai Heisha raised his head and gazed at the ancient cave dwelling, a hint of greed flashing in his eyes.

He knew that within this cave dwelling lay hidden a wondrous treasure named the Golden Phoenix Egg, which he greatly desired to obtain.

Relying on his formidable immortal arts cultivation, opening the cave dwelling should not be difficult.

However, just as he was about to unleash his technique, a graceful figure appeared before him.

Gu Qingwan stared fixedly at Heisha, her expression solemn as she said: 'Heisha, please stop immediately!'

"This cave dwelling is not open to the outside world!"

Heisha let out a cold snort, a hint of contempt flashing in his eyes.

"Young lady, you have no sense of occasion!"

"I did not come here to sightsee; I came for that Golden Phoenix Egg!"

"Do not block me, or you will bear the consequences!"

Gu Qingwan stood firmly before Heisha, deeply aware that she must not let the cave dwelling's secrets fall into outsiders' hands.

She warned: 'I warn you again, the treasures in this cave dwelling are not for you to take at will!'

"If you dare to force your way in again, I will show no mercy!"

Heisha's eyes flickered with coldness and resolve; he said unwaveringly: 'You may try to block me, but you must understand that in this cave dwelling I, Heisha, have my place.'

"The Golden Phoenix Egg is a peerless treasure of the mortal realm; you have guarded this secret long enough."

"Now is the time to return it to its rightful master!"

Gu Qingwan gritted her teeth, determined not to let Heisha succeed.

She surveyed her surroundings, her figure as agile as a drifting wind, leaping onto a high peak.

Her gaze narrowed, and the Phoenix Fire Lotus Basin Fobao in her hand flashed with a blinding light.

"Heisha, if you insist on forcefully entering the cave dwelling, first ask whether my Fobao consents!" Gu Qingwan said coldly.

Heisha's eyes flickered slightly; he could feel the powerful aura emanating from Gu Qingwan's Fobao.

He understood that forcefully breaking into the cave dwelling was no easy task; this woman was not an easy opponent to deal with.

"Gu Qingwan, you need not be overly obsessed with the secret of this cave dwelling."

"The Golden Phoenix Egg is not important to you, but to me it is of extraordinary significance."

"Do not seek your own death over a treasure!" Heisha tried to persuade Gu Qingwan.

However, Gu Qingwan's visage was resolute as stone.

"Heisha, please relinquish that which cannot be touched!"

"This is a place of our spiritual resonance; there is no need for you to destroy it."

"If you insist on doing so, then I can only stop you with all my strength!"

Their gazes locked, killing intent permeating the air.

They both understood that neither could yield; only battle could decide the victor. At a distance of a hundred zhang, Gu Qingwan and Zhenjun Zimai Heisha faced off.

The cave dwelling's entrance lay between them, like an invisible barrier separating two worlds.

Gu Qingwan's Phoenix Fire Lotus Basin emitted blazing flames, the firelight reddening her pupils.

She tightly gripped the Fobao; though her body appeared frail, it exuded an aura not to be underestimated.

She calmly regarded Zhenjun Zimai Heisha, with no intention of retreating.

Heisha's gaze was cold and sharp as it swept over the cave dwelling's entrance.

He had never encountered such a resolute opponent; in his mind victory had long been taken for granted.

Yet at this very moment, amidst the flashing firelight, the woman silently guarding the cave dwelling appeared before his eyes.

"Gu Qingwan, I advise you to step aside voluntarily."

"This cave dwelling holds little significance for you; why bother making things difficult for me over a single Golden Phoenix Egg?" Heisha spoke coldly and mockingly.

Gu Qingwan took a deep breath and said firmly: "Whether it's for the Golden Phoenix Egg or anything else, this place is our home."

"If you want to take the treasure, you'll have to go through me!"

As soon as her words fell, Gu Qingwan's figure shot toward Heisha like a swift wind.

The Ice Crystal Long Whip in her hand tore through the air, emitting a piercing dragon's roar.

The whip turned into a light of ice and snow, tracing a beautiful arc in the air as it surged toward Heisha.

A hint of contempt crossed Heisha's face as he raised his arm and unleashed a talisman.

A strand of evil demonic energy coiled around his arm to meet Gu Qingwan's attack.

Ice and fire collided in the air, producing a deafening roar.

The chill and scorching heat intertwined, forming a breathtaking battlefield.

Gu Qingwan exerted herself fully in deploying ice-based immortal arts, her offensive surging like a tide.

She continually changed her attack methods, frequently unleashing mysterious and powerful techniques.

The flames were sealed by ice, then in an instant turned into dazzling sparks. (End of chapter)