"Senior, I noticed that the spiritual energy here seems rather strange, quite different from ordinary spiritual energy. May I ask you about it?"
Qin Shaofeng followed close behind the old man, respectfully asking his question as he surveyed their surroundings.
The old man's steps faltered slightly. He turned and gave Qin Shaofeng an approving look.
"You have a sharp eye, lad. You even noticed that!"
After a moment's consideration, he slowly explained, "Indeed, the spiritual energy here is quite different from ordinary spiritual energy. That is because the sinister power within this cave abode has corroded it. You could call it spiritual energy of the lowest grade, even somewhat rotten."
At that, understanding suddenly dawned on Qin Shaofeng. No wonder something had felt off when he circulated his spiritual power earlier. So that was the reason!
"Then wouldn't this corroded spiritual energy severely hinder cultivation?" Qin Shaofeng asked worriedly.
The old man chuckled. "An ordinary cultivator would indeed suffer a backlash from such spiritual energy and have their cultivation utterly destroyed. But for people like you and me, who have comprehended the Three Transmissions Secret Tome, we can overturn heaven and earth, purify and refine this sinister spiritual energy, and turn decay into wonder!"
"It can truly work such wonders?!" Qin Shaofeng exclaimed in amazement, his eyes filled with admiration.
He silently resolved to find the Three Transmissions Secret Tome as soon as possible and thoroughly comprehend its mysteries.
The two continued through the cave abode as they spoke. Qin Shaofeng discovered that its interior was extraordinarily vast, almost like a small world unto itself.
Mineral veins of every kind covered the cave walls. Some gleamed with a metallic luster, while others emitted eerie colors. A bitter, stale odor hung in the air, leaving him with an indescribable sense of