A Rise in Cultivation and a Messenger Elder
The whole process lasted all night.
When Chen Ning opened his eyes again...
He exhaled a breath of stale air.
The vast and powerful Sha Qi had been completely refined.
His cultivation level also successfully broke through to the next level.
Chen Ning at this moment.
He successfully advanced to the level of Six-Star Martial Venerable.
"This Sha Qi is indeed powerful; it can actually raise one's cultivation level."
Chen Ning clicked his tongue in amazement.
Upon seeing that Chen Ning had completed the refining process.
Su Ling'er walked over from a short distance away and complained, "Sect Leader Brother, you've taken so long this time. Ling'er has suffered."
"Alright, alright, I know you're bored, let's go find something fun."
Chen Ning did not intend to leave Central Province yet.
After all, the Heaven-Gazing Ancient Capital, where the Heavenly Demon Wonder Manor is located, is just the tip of the iceberg in the Central Province Plains.
We haven't yet explored the wider world.
Going back would be a terrible waste.
And.
Chen Ning couldn't wait to make a trip to the Heavenly Lake Holy Land.
Even if the secrets sought by the First Generation cannot be explored.
At the very least, we need to open that relic of the Saint first.
That wooden box, made from the High Antiquity Pagoda Divine Wood, can only be opened with the Heavenly Lake Holy Water.
So.
It might be worth trying your luck.
Upon hearing that she could explore Central Province again, Su Ling'er was overjoyed.
Clearly, they had been itching to do it for a long time.
Really.
Even in a fantasy world.
This woman's shopping skills are off the charts.
Although martial arts flourished in Central Province.
But the Martial Venerable remains a powerful figure who dominates his region.
Moreover...
With Chen Ning's current strength.
As long as Heaven Martial Realm doesn't show himself, there will be no danger to his life.
The two traveled together.
They were all quite calm and composed.
"Sect Leader, there's a small stall up ahead."
Su Ling'er smelled the rich aroma of food.
I couldn't help but swallow hard.
I've been to many of the luxurious restaurants in Spirit Province's capital.
But the aroma of food emanating from there at this moment far surpasses that of ordinary food.
Chen Ning also felt a strong urge to eat.
So he walked over.
"Shopkeeper, what kind of food do you have here?"
Chen Ning spoke politely.
The other person was a middle-aged man with a fierce face.
It gives people a great sense of incongruity.
He looks like a Butcher.
I just felt he shouldn't be standing there.
They should be standing in front of the butcher shop, slaughtering pigs and sheep.
"If you wish to dine, sir, I will first offer you one hundred High-Grade Origin Stone. The ingredients here are all from celestial birds and exotic beasts. You may eat whatever I serve. If you do not like it, you will not be charged a penny."
After hearing this, Chen Ning...
I also found it interesting.
One hundred High-Grade Origin Stone are quite valuable.
Even for a super-powerful force, the value of High-Grade Origin Stone is extraordinary.
However, Chen Ning has seized quite a few Origin Stone from the Heaven-Praying Hall and the True Martial Saint Sect in recent days.
That's not a problem.
Moreover, there's also the storage ring I just acquired from the Heavenly Demon Wonder Manor.
The ring also contains a considerable amount of rare and precious items.
What surprised Chen Ning even more was that there was a Top-Grade Spirit Artifact.
So.
Chen Ning generously took out a small bag of High-Grade Origin Stone.
"Shopkeeper, we have about three hundred High-Grade Origin Stone here. If they truly satisfy us, they're all yours."
Who knew?
The middle-aged man shook his head and said, "I only accept one hundred coins; I don't want even one more."
"Well, the shop owner is quite an interesting person."
Chen Ning handed him one hundred Origin Stone.
Then I found a table and sat down with the little girl.
"Sect Leader, no wonder it's so deserted here. One hundred High-Grade Origin Stone —even cultivators can't afford that, let alone commoners."
"It might actually be a delicious dish."
Chen Ning smiled.
We also discovered this small stall, which only had three tables.
At that moment, there was only one customer.
He was an elderly man dressed in a Daoist robe.
Benign countenance.
Holding an ordinary porcelain bowl filled with thick soup, he took a sip and immediately showed a satisfied expression.
He seemed to realize someone was watching him.
The old man put down the porcelain bowl.
Smiling, he looked Chen Ning up and down and said, "Don't worry, although this shopkeeper is arrogant, his skills are superb. You won't be disappointed."
"Thank you for your guidance, sir. Is there anything else you would like to teach me?" Chen Ning said with a gentle smile, looking at the old man.
"Oh? What can an old man like me teach you? At most, I can only offer some advice on food."
The old man looked bewildered.
Chen Ning looked at him and said, "Old man, you're not waiting here just for a bowl of soup, are you?"
"Haha, the little guy is very smart."
The old man chuckled, "I am here on the orders of the Heavenly Lake Holy Lord to inform Sect Leader Chen of something."
"Please speak, sir."
"The Heavenly Lake Secret Realm is about to open, and this year's quota for the Secret Realm includes two spots for you Dragon-Seeking Sect."
"The Heavenly Lake Secret Realm..."
Chen Ning recited a sentence.
He also had some understanding of this Heavenly Lake Secret Realm.
"You, Sect Leader Chen, must find out all the information yourself. This old man is just here to give you a heads-up."
Thank you for informing me, sir.
Chen Ning nodded.
The old man nodded, his gaze towards Chen Ning filled with kindness.
"Don't forget, the Heavenly Lake Secret Realm opens in ten days. If you miss it, you'll have to wait another four years. Four years is enough time for a lot to change."
"I will remember this."
After the old man finished speaking, he got up and left.
They walked very slowly.
The old man always wore a smile on his face, which Chen Ning couldn't see.
They only took a few steps.
The figure then vanished from this world.
Although it was the first time I had met Chen Ning.
But he was very satisfied with this Sect Leader Chen.
At that time.
Several simple dishes were already laid out on Chen Ning's table.
There are two small plates of meat.
It's just steamed.
It lacks a rich, lustrous color.
But Chen Ning knew that the most exquisite cuisine often uses only the simplest cooking methods.
Now.
Just smelling that enticing aroma made me feel incredibly hungry.
The two quickly began to enjoy the food.
"Sect Leader, Ling'er suddenly feels that her Qi Sea seems to have grown stronger."
Su Ling'er asked in surprise.
Chen Ning also noticed the changes in himself; his Qi Sea had grown stronger, allowing him to hold more True Essence Power.
This is important for cultivators.
The benefits are enormous.
Many cultivators have been defeated by their opponents because of insufficient endurance.
Although Chen Ning possesses Twin Qi Seas.
But the more the merrier.
Even.
Both Qi Seas are rapidly expanding.
Thank you, shop owner.
Chen Ning stood up and clasped his hands in greeting to the burly middle-aged man.
"No need to thank me. If you want to thank someone, thank that guy. He was worried you wouldn't be able to defeat the other geniuses in the secret realm, so he specifically asked me to give you a little something extra."
This moment.
Chen Ning also smiled.
The old man was a messenger sent by the Heavenly Lake Holy Land.
But why would he help me?
Chen Ning was puzzled.
However, I can't figure it out for the time being.
So I stopped thinking about it.
Once our strength has increased...
All the secrets will then be revealed.
All you need to do is take each step carefully.
As for the Heavenly Lake Secret Realm...
This has always been a game that only the ten most powerful figures in Central Province are qualified to participate in.
Dragon-Seeking Sect.
However, it is the first sect in history to break this rule.