A Golden Core Treasure Ship, Dead or Alive

The speculation about the current situation of the Vast Sea Old Immortal had barely arisen when it began to echo in Fang Shu's mind.

With such a vast foundation as the Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture, the impact of this old Divine Immortal's passing would be immense.

Furthermore, according to Fang Shu's current knowledge, none of the True Core Immortal cultivator in the city have any hope of Refining Spirit.

If no Refining Spirit Immortal inherits this place, it will likely attract all the Refining Spirit Immortal from the Zucchini Continent.

Even without attracting external enemies, the many True Immortal in the city would probably fight tooth and nail over the inheritance.

Fang Shu's gaze flickered. "If that's really the case, do I also have some right to inherit this Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture?"

But then, a silent laugh appeared on his face.

Even if this Vast Sea Old Immortal is truly going to pass away, it's impossible to pinpoint the exact date.

If it's too early, no one else will be here, so how can he compete for the inheritance? But if it's too late, and he's fortunate enough to truly Refining Spirit, then even if the inheritance isn't his, he'll definitely have a share.

As for whether he can arrive at a time when his cultivation is still sufficient, that depends on fate. It's not something he can change simply by thinking about it.

Fang Shu immediately extinguished the greed in his heart, silently recited scriptures, and calmed his mind.

Once his mind calmed down, his brows furrowed slightly.

"Why is my greed more active than usual?" Fang Shu thought to himself.

He quickly and carefully examined his body and mind, and also looked at the karmic chains binding him.

To his slight relief, he found no signs of tampering inside or outside his body.

However, things weren't entirely uneventful during that time.

It seems that since returning to this Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture, he has been burdened with many more chains of karma. It is possible that the karma he is entangled in here has caused his Dao heart to become somewhat clouded.

Fortunately, this matter is not a problem. He only needs to cleanse himself a few times to remove the filth and will not be affected.

Immediately, Fang Shu suppressed his desire to go to the Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture to beg for alms.

Even whether or not to actually go and beg for money is something worth reconsidering after this experience.

He sat cross-legged in the quiet room, reflecting inwardly and clearing his mind. He then began to refine his mind more carefully.

What Fang Shu was unaware of was...

Just as he sat down cross-legged, in the Unseen and unknown place within the Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture...

One of the elderly figures immediately sighed softly, a clear look of regret on his face.

This led those around to believe that the disciples of the Profound Teaching were indeed difficult to manipulate, as even the old man's personal spell on Fang Shu had failed.

But little did they know that the old man was sighing inwardly, "Such a clever and promising talent, how could he have gone to the Profound Teaching? Could it be that Heaven truly does not favor my Vast Sea?"

He felt quite regretful that he had not been able to leave Fang Shu in the mansion.

Time passed quickly.

After Fang Shu stayed in the mansion for several days and took care of all the miscellaneous matters, he began to consider leaving.

As for whether to ask the Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture for help in arranging manpower to accompany him on the voyage, he had already made up his mind.

It means neither taking the initiative nor refusing.

He had already given the hint once, and if the Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture was willing, it would remember it. If not, being too proactive would not only make him lose face but also easily leave him with too many favors.

In addition, he had met with that immortal surnamed Immortal cultivator several times in the past few days.

After learning that Fang Shu True Disciple of the Vast Sea Sect, this person managed to settle all the items on the ship within a few days, and came to Fang Shu with a large amount of Spirit Stone to try and get closer to him.

Judging from his words, he wanted to serve under Fang Shu and become Immortal cultivator who helped run the ship.

Having had previous interactions with this person, Fang Shu readily agreed, seeing how cooperative he was. He did not accept the other party's offer, but simply asked the other party to arrange for men to accompany him on his voyage.

If the other party performs reasonably well on this voyage, then Fang Shu is indeed in need of such an Immortal cultivator to help him communicate between the domestic and overseas territories.

However, Fang Shu soon realized that his arrangement seemed somewhat unnecessary.

When he sent a message to Vast Sea Grand Elder, explaining that he would be leaving soon, the elder personally arrived at the residence of Azure Lion Immortal and invited Fang Shu to another banquet.

Upon receiving Fang Shu's polite refusal, Bright Moon True Immortal's smile remained unchanged, and she said directly, "Very well, very well. I have long been tired of these banquets, but Fellow Daoist Fang, you should still come to my Vast Sea Inner Prefecture."

After he finished speaking, the other person extended his hand in invitation, making a gesture of invitation.

Fang Shu raised an eyebrow, suddenly realizing something, but didn't ask any more questions. He simply nodded and followed the other person out of the island.

Fang Shu's straightforwardness, Bright Moon True Immortal was slightly surprised. He bowed to Azure Lion Immortal beside him and then hurriedly flew to Fang Shu's side to lead the way.

Not long after.

The two flew one after the other to the front of the main hall of the Vast Sea once again.

This time, they went straight into the depths of the main hall, passed through layers of formations, and suddenly arrived at a secret room resembling a library.

Rows of shelves stood in front of Fang Shu, but instead of books, they held jade boxes and other items.

What attracted Fang Shu's attention most were the toy-like boats on the shelf. These boats had strange shapes, including turtles and crocodiles, giant fish, and dragons.

Each one is meticulously detailed, with realistic mechanisms, and the size and specifications of each part are exactly the same as those of a real ship.

Seeing Fang Shu's gaze fall on several ships, the Bright Moon True Immortal's smile remained unchanged. With a gentle wave of her hand, she caused three of the ships to float in front of Fang Shu.

The man gestured, "Fellow Daoist Fang, please examine it and see if it suits your taste?"

As soon Fang Shu released his Divine Sense, he immediately realized that these doll-like ships were not just for show. They possessed a powerful aura and were surrounded by numerous restrictions, making them genuine spirit ships.

And if his senses are correct, all three ships in front of him are spirit ships of the Golden Core.

At this moment, Bright Moon True Immortal spoke eloquently, "Since you are going to sea, Fellow Daoist, my Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture is practically your second home, so how can we not show our appreciation?"

These three treasure ships are the finest among the treasure ships in the manor. Some are new, some are old, and they are treasure ships of ten kalpas, eleven kalpas, and twelve kalpas respectively. Fellow Daoist, please choose whichever one you like and use it for now."

These words, even though Fang Shu had somewhat anticipated them, still surprised him.

It should be understood that although the treasure ship is also Law Artifact, it is different from ordinary magical Law Artifact. Its value is ten times, or even a hundred times, that of the latter.

Moreover, such treasure ships cannot be forged hastily; the higher their rank and the larger their size, the more complex the forging and refining process required.

The longer it takes...

Such items often require the joint crafting of multiple Immortal cultivator Artifact Dao; they cannot be crafted by one person alone.

Fang Shu had heard that the Xuan Sect possessed a Golden Core Treasure Ship. Although it was only equivalent to Golden Core Perfection, even if Refining Spirit Immortal offered a genuine Refining Spirit Law Artifact in exchange, the sect's elders on Profound Teaching would simply ignore that person.

Inside the secret chamber, Fang Shu casually picked up one of the three treasure ships. He rubbed it with his hand and immediately confirmed that his senses were correct.

He said, "The manor is so generous? This is truly beyond my expectations."

Fang Shu sighed softly, "I thought that if the Immortal Prefecture would not pursue the matter of my leaving without saying goodbye and joining the Profound Teaching upon my return, it would already be magnanimous. But today, the Grand Elder has truly caught me off guard."

Upon hearing this, Bright Moon True Immortal's smile widened, "Although it is a great loss for Fellow Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture Fang to join the Profound Teaching, the Xuan Sect is the origin of all Daoist traditions in the Profound Teaching, and the Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture must also acknowledge it as its ancestor."

We would be overjoyed if you could become True Disciple of the Profound Teaching. If one day you truly succeed in Refining Spirit within the Profound Teaching, please do not forget my Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture.

During the conversation, the man even bowed to Fang Shu with his hands clasped in a gesture of respect, displaying an extremely polite attitude.

Fang Shu, fiddling with the Golden Core Treasure Ship, didn't look away but nodded.

Since he had already received the gift, he had to accept the favor. In any case, the Bright Moon True Immortal was quite pragmatic and didn't actually ask Fang Shu to make any promises in his words.

If this person insists on making an agreement with Fang Shu, such as bringing the Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture into the Ten Directions Jungle of the Profound Teaching Sect in the future, then no matter how precious the treasure ship in his hands is, he will find it too hot to handle.

Suddenly, Bright Moon True Immortal spoke up again, "By the way, in addition to that, the manor has prepared a surprise for you, fellow Daoist."

However, fellow Daoist, please select a treasure ship first. After I assist you in refining it and making it easier to use, I will then proceed with the discussion."

Fang Shu raised an eyebrow upon hearing this.

But he didn't ask any more questions. Instead, he listened to the other party's introduction and began to choose from the three treasure ships.

Although these three treasure ships have different numbers of restrictions and different fates, their overall value is roughly the same.

Among them, the treasure ships of the Twelve Tribulations, although having the highest number of tribulations, have a fixed upper limit and are just ordinary treasure ships of the Twelve Tribulations.

Furthermore, due to limitations in the materials used in the refining process, even if it were refined by Divine Immortal, it would be impossible to further enhance its foundation, making it difficult to even reach the Twelve Tribulations Perfection stage. Only by refining it anew could its foundation be strengthened, or there might be a possibility of further advancement.

However, refining ordinary Law Artifact is already difficult, and refining a treasure ship Cloud Ship is ten or even a hundred times more difficult than refining an ordinary magical Law Artifact, making it almost impossible.

Furthermore, with Fang Shu's current cultivation level, manipulating this twelve-times-long treasure ship would likely be quite costly; it would be best to equip it with some...

You need help.

The Ten Tribulations Treasure Ship, which has the lowest tribulation level, is a newly forged treasure ship from the Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture and has not yet been refined by anyone.

If Fang Shu chooses this ship, he will be the first owner of this treasure ship. The two should be of one mind. Moreover, the spiritual materials used in the refinement of this ship are all of the Golden Core quality, and it has been forged in the mansion for three to five hundred years before it was finally completed.

It has great potential for the future and can be refined into Golden Core Perfection the pinnacle of alchemy. Theoretically speaking, if Fang Shu were to Refining Spirit in the future and continue to invest various resources, it might even be possible to refine it into a treasure ship at the level of Refining Spirit!

As for the treasure ship of the eleventh kalpa, its quality, potential, and materials were all between the other two ships, making it a mediocre vessel.

After introducing himself in turn, Bright Moon True Immortal stood leisurely to the side, intending to quietly await Fang Shu's choice.

To the man's surprise, he had expected Fang Shu to carefully consider the three ships, take a long time, and perhaps consult him multiple times.

As a result Fang Shu identified the target in less than a breath.

He waved his hand, placing the other two treasure ships back on the shelf, and shook the treasure ship in his hand. "This one will do. Please pass on the Method Formula so I can refine it."

The ship he chose was the most unremarkable of the three, the Eleventh Calamity Treasure Ship, which was mediocre from beginning to end.

Bright Moon True Immortal's gaze flickered and eventually fell on the Ten Tribulations Treasure Ship. He opened his mouth as if to speak but then stopped, wanting to persuade Fang Shu to choose this ship, as it would be the most cost-effective option.

But Fang Shu noticed his expression and, before he could speak, shook his head and said again, "This is the one."

Fang Shu was resolute, Bright Moon True Immortal wisely chose to remain silent and instead took out a golden Ruyi from her sleeve.

The other person walked up to the shelf, knocked on it, and immediately mysterious Mystic Script appeared beneath the shelf.

The Mystic Script immediately floated up, transformed into a token, solidified, and landed in Fang Shu's hand.

As soon as Fang Shu probed with his Divine Sense, he sensed the origins of the giant fish-shaped treasure ship in his hand. Even without refining it, he could still operate the ship to some extent by holding the token, using it for transportation and protection.

Having obtained a Golden Core elixir for free, and a rare and valuable ship-shaped magical Law Artifact at that, Fang Shu couldn't help but feel delighted, a calm smile spreading across his face.

As for why he chose this seemingly most moderate item, the reason is simple.

Using the Twelve Kalpas is too strenuous, and the Ten Kalpas rank is too low, making it inconvenient for him to change them in places like the Sea Market.

After all, no matter how precious this item is, it's just a means of transportation for Fang Shu right now.

Moreover, all three treasure ships were crafted by the Immortal Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture. Since he was already in this city and had his Karma Thread repeatedly stirred, he naturally felt a degree of apprehension towards anything from the Vast Sea.

After Fang Shu put the treasure ship into his sleeve, the "surprise" that the Bright Moon True Immortal then revealed made Fang Shu frown.

Bright Moon True Immortal, "Several fellow Daoists in the manor wish to accompany you on this voyage."

Among them were Fellow Daoist White Dust, as well as two fellow Daoists from the Iron Clan and Chang Family. With a simple response, you could select these three for the fleet, allowing them to atone for their sins and be at your disposal.

Fang Shu pondered for several breaths before looking up at the Vast Sea Grand Elder with seriousness.

For a moment, he thought he had misheard.

He could understand the two True Immortal from the Iron Clan and Chang Family, but the White Dust True Immortal —was the Vast Sea Immortal Prefecture afraid that Fang Shu was too peaceful, or that White Dust was too peaceful, by choosing him to board the ship?

The next moment, Bright Moon True Immortal chuckled and said, "Dead or alive, it doesn't matter."

Fang Shu's eyelids twitched, and he immediately understood.

The room fell silent for a while.

He smiled nonchalantly, cupped his hands slightly in acknowledgment, and accepted.