Ancestral Dragon Fails to Persist, the Grand Void Sky Whale Turns and Heads South

The Eastern Sea China Sea.

When the Ancestral Dragon arrived near the Profound Water Branch Vein again, Lu Yuan had already stopped absorbing the Primordial Profound Water Essence.

The Li Fire Essence obtained from Feng Ling had been slowly transformed, and his slightly hot flesh and blood had returned to stability.

As soon as the Ancestral Dragon appeared, it sensed a trace of Primordial Fire Qi remaining on Lu Yuan's body.

He glanced at Feng Ling.

Then he looked at Lu Yuan.

"I heard from Ao Xuan that you're planning to visit the Southern Heaven Fire Region?"

Lu Yuan nodded slightly.

"Not bad. I just tried a wisp of the Phoenix Clan's Li Fire, and it seems quite suitable for cultivation. I'm thinking of going over to see if there are any more suitable Fire Spirit Resources."

Upon hearing this, the Ancestral Dragon's expression did not change much.

He already knew that Lu Yuan wouldn't stay in the Eastern Sea for long.

Now that the other party has discovered Cultivation Resources that suit them, they will naturally become interested.

Moreover, the Dragon Clan had only previously reached a free cooperation agreement with Lu Yuan.

The matter of him actually joining the Dragon Clan was never formally confirmed by either side.

Ancestral Dragon had no reason to forcibly obstruct it.

However, the Dragon Clan elders still looked somewhat regretful after hearing the news.

One of the elders in charge of water vein management couldn't help but speak up.

"Fellow Daoist Lu Yuan has just helped Azure Mystic River clear away the Turbid Sha and established cooperation with my Dragon Clan. If you are willing to stay in the Eastern Sea for a while longer, there are still many water veins that can be arranged for you."

After listening, Lu Yuan didn't find anything wrong with what the other person said.

The Dragon Clan still has many places where they need to cleanse themselves of evil spirits.

However, having already absorbed a considerable amount of Mystic Water Essence and having stayed in the Eastern Sea for some time, the Chaos Origin within his body has become relatively stable.

If we stay here, we can naturally absorb the Water Spirit Qi at a slow pace.

However, the Southern Heaven Li Fire also possesses significant value.

Now that he had the opportunity to go and take a look, Lu Yuan naturally didn't want to delay any longer.

"I can come back to the Eastern Sea again. I'll go to Southern Heaven first to test those Fire Element Energies. When I need the Mystic Water Essence, I'll come back to discuss it with Fellow Ao Xuan."

Upon hearing this, the Dragon Clan elder, though somewhat disappointed, did not continue to offer advice.

The Ancestral Dragon nodded slightly.

"Since you have made your decision, I will naturally respect it."

"However, the agreement made earlier still stands. If Fellow Daoist Lu Yuan needs the Primordial Profound Water Essence, he can directly exchange it with the Dragon Clan through Ao Xuan."

Hearing this, Lu Yuan was naturally very satisfied.

"Then thank you very much, Fellow Ancestral Dragon."

Ancestral Dragon shook his head with a smile.

"Both sides have their needs. Fellow Daoist previously helped my Dragon Clan deal with the Turbid Sha, and I have personally witnessed your abilities. It would be best if this cooperation could be maintained in the long term."

Ao Xuan, standing to the side, finally breathed a sigh of relief.

He had initially worried that the Phoenix Clan's sudden invitation for Lu Yuan to leave would affect the relationship they had previously established.

Now that Ancestral Dragon has personally made his statement, the matter is naturally quite clear.

Lu Yuan will still be able to travel freely to and from the Eastern Sea.

The Dragon Clan can also ask him for help when needed.

That's enough.

Ao Xuan slowly stepped forward.

"Fellow Daoist Lu Yuan, I will continue to arrange the shipment of Mystic Water Essence that I promised you before. Just let me know in advance when you need it next time."

Lu Yuan nodded.

"Alright, what we absorbed this time should be enough for a while."

After he finished speaking, he briefly checked his internal state.

Nourished by the Profound Water, the originally unstable Chaos Origin has become much milder.

As long as we continue refining at the current pace, we can continuously strengthen our flesh and blood.

The Li Fire that Feng Ling had just produced gave Lu Yuan a new understanding of Fire Element Energy.

If one can find a suitable Li Fire in Southern Heaven that suits their tolerance, it is indeed worth continuing to try.

Ancestral Dragon looked at Lu Yuan and suddenly said, "Fellow Daoist, on your journey to the Southern Heaven, you should keep an eye on the creatures on your back."

Lu Yuan was slightly taken aback.

Ancestral Dragon continued, "The temperature in the Southern Heaven Fire Region far surpasses that of the Eastern Sea, and some of the Primordial Fire Veins are incredibly hot. Fellow Daoist, your own physical body is strong enough to withstand it, but the forests and spirit beasts on your back may not be able to adapt."

After hearing this, Lu Yuan's heart stirred.

Ancestral Dragon's reminder was indeed timely.

Previously, after absorbing the Mystic Water Essence in the Eastern Sea, the ecosystem on its back was significantly nourished.

But if you enter Southern Heaven.

The surrounding Fire Spirit Qi grew increasingly dense, naturally causing the temperature to rise continuously.

Ordinary spirit beasts and Spirit Plants indeed cannot withstand excessively intense fire.

Thinking of this, Lu Yuan slowly nodded.

"I will adjust the back light curtain in advance to isolate it from the outside temperature as much as possible."

Seeing that he had thought it through, Ancestral Dragon did not say anything more.

Feng Ling, standing to the side, also spoke earnestly upon hearing this.

"Ancestral Dragon Daoist Zulong is right. The outer areas of Southern Heaven are fine, but the temperature is indeed very high when you get close to those Ancient Volcanoes."

"If Fellow Daoist Lu Yuan is willing, I can first lead you into the more temperate area, and then slowly approach the fire vein, so as not to suddenly affect the small creatures on your back."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuan thought the arrangement was quite good.

"Then I'll trouble Fellow Feng Ling to lead the way."

A smile appeared on Feng Ling's face.

"You're too kind, fellow Daoist."

After the two sides reached an agreement, Lu Yuan prepared to leave the Eastern Sea.

However, before leaving, he slowly lowered his head and looked at Ao Lan, who was standing next to Ao Xuan.

"Ao Lan, will there still be Sha Qi seeping in from the Azure Mystic River in the future?"

Ao Lan was slightly taken aback.

He then nodded quickly.

"Indeed, the turbid veins of the Northern Lands have not been completely severed, and new malevolent forces may still emerge in the future."

Lu Yuan thought about it for a moment.

"It's best to retain those Water-Dividing Restriction Patterns from before. As long as the Turbid Sha is diverted to the enclosed water area in time, it shouldn't block the main vein again."

Upon hearing this, gratitude immediately welled up in Ao Lan's eyes.

"Fellow Daoist, rest assured, I have already readjusted those Restraining Patterns and will definitely check them regularly in the future."

Lu Yuan nodded.

"That's good."

Looking at Lu Yuan's massive head, Ao Lan felt a pang of reluctance.

After all, this Grand Void Sky Whale had just arrived in the east and had already helped him solve Azure Mystic River's long-standing troubles.

Moreover, after spending time with him, Lu Yuan's personality was indeed more easygoing than she had initially imagined.

Ao Lan couldn't help but say, "Fellow Daoist, if you have the opportunity in the future, please come and visit Azure Mystic River again."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuan thought the invitation was quite good.

"The opportunity will come naturally."

Ao Lan finally smiled.

The surrounding Dragon Clan Water Generals also bowed to Lu Yuan.

For these aquatic creatures...

Although the behemoth before them was enormous in size, it had actually helped the Dragon Clan solve a lot of problems.

They especially held the Water Generals of the Azure Mystic River in high esteem.

Now that they know Lu Yuan is about to leave, they all look up and see him off with great seriousness.

The Ancestral Dragon also spoke slowly.

"Fellow Daoist Lu Yuan, until we meet again."

Lu Yuan nodded slightly.

Until we meet again.

Then.

He finally began to move his body.

The giant, dark golden whale, stretching over 107,000 miles, slowly stretched out its massive fins, pushing aside vast Sea of Clouds to both sides, and waves of air, extending for thousands of miles, spread across the sea surface.

The Feng Ling were the first to flap their wings.

The Crimson-Gold Fire Feathers drew a magnificent rainbow across the sky, flying towards the southeast.

Lu Yuan followed closely behind.

Two completely different Primordial Divine Beasts passed through the Sea of Clouds one after the other, gradually leaving the depths of the Eastern Sea.

Thousands of aquatic creatures below looked up.

A Golden Immortal Flood Dragon gazed at the slowly receding dark golden shadow, its eyes still filled with shock.

"Such a huge mythical beast can actually swim freely in the Sea of Clouds."

An old sea turtle nearby, upon hearing this, couldn't help but gently shake its head.

What surprised the old tortoise even more was that the creatures of the mountains and rivers on his back were actually able to leave the Eastern Sea with him.

Several aquatic creatures nearby also looked over.

The forest that grew among Lu Yuan's scales had gradually disappeared into the depths of the clouds.

Only the massive, dark gold tail fin remained, swaying slowly in the distant sky.

Ao Xuan stood on the sea, gazing in the direction Lu Yuan had left, feeling a mix of emotions.

He couldn't even imagine how far such a special Primordial Divine Beast could grow in the future.

But at least for now.

The two sides have already established a good relationship.

Ancestral Dragon slowly withdrew his gaze.

"Ao Xuan."

Ao Xuan quickly turned around.

"Chief."

Ancestral Dragon's voice was calm.

"If Fellow Daoist Lu Yuan ever visits the Eastern Sea again, he shall be received with the courtesy due to Dragon Court Guest, and you shall continue to be in charge of the matter Mystic Water Essence."

Ao Xuan nodded solemnly.

"Understood."

At the same time.

Amidst the Sea of Clouds in the southeast.

Lu Yuan has gradually moved away from the Eastern Sea.

As the distance increased, the Water Spirit Qi in the surrounding world began to decrease slowly, while wisps of warm fire energy gradually rose from the south.

Lu Yuan naturally noticed this change.

He first tightened the pale golden light barrier on his back, then mobilized the remaining Mystic Water Essence within his body, allowing a portion of the gentle Water Spirit Qi to slowly flow along the surface of his scales.

The Little White Beasts and Green Spirit Beasts living on the backs of the stream, who had been moving around, suddenly felt the surrounding air become warmer.

But soon...

A light coolness spread along the woodland.

The grass and trees, which had been gradually drying out, began to stretch and bloom again.

After a moment of reflection, Lu Yuan finally felt relieved.

This method should be able to deal with the ordinary heat in the outer areas of Southern Heaven.

As for the truly high-temperature Innate Lihuo, we'll have to wait until we get closer to the volcano to see.

Feng Ling noticed Lu Yuan's movement and couldn't help but turn around to look.

Upon seeing the stable light barrier on his back, a hint of admiration appeared in his eyes.

"Fellow Daoist Lu Yuan, your self-control is quite impressive."

Lu Yuan slowly replied, "Those little creatures on my back have gotten used to living here, so I have to look after them a bit."

After listening, Feng Ling nodded gently.

She didn't say anything more, but flapped her wings again and flew south with Lu Yuan in her arms.

Several days later.

The distant horizon finally began to change noticeably.

The once clear sky gradually turned a faint crimson.

Large Fire Clouds slowly rose from between the mountains, and the temperature in the air began to rise steadily.

Lu Yuan took a deep breath.

The familiar Spiritual Qi made his eyes light up slightly.

"The heat here is definitely much stronger than before."

Upon hearing this, Feng Ling turned around with a smile.

"Fellow Daoist, we're only on the outer perimeter yet."

She raised her phoenix head and looked at the crimson mountains that were gradually appearing in the distance.

"The true Southern Heaven Fire Region lies even deeper within."

The words had barely left his mouth.

A distant Ancient Volcanoes, towering into the clouds, suddenly emitted a deep, rumbling sound.

Large swaths of crimson Fire Clouds slowly rose from the mountain pass.

Lu Yuan's golden eyes narrowed slightly.

Following the flow of Fire Spirit Qi, his Divine Sense slowly probed into the depths of the volcano.