Within Lin Changheng's field of vision.
He could faintly discern the protective formations operating on the two nearby islands, along with the nodes where energy flowed and gathered upon their shimmering, invisible barriers!
But because his [Insight Otherworldly Art] was not yet sufficiently advanced, and the formations were constantly operating and shifting, he could not pinpoint them accurately.
Still, Lin Changheng knew that as his Spirit Seizure and Transformation continued to advance, these problems and shortcomings would be resolved one by one.
Likewise, the formations blocked Lin Changheng's sight, preventing him from seeing the precise layouts and facilities on the two occupied islands.
The unoccupied island, however, was clearly visible.
It was nearly round, roughly five li across, providing ample room for two people and three spirit beasts.
There were few buildings on it, mostly scenic pavilions and terraces, along with the ruins of several great halls near the center, presumably cave abodes left by previous occupants.
Along the shallows at its left edge lay several deliberately cleared spirit fields. Their soil was steeped in water spiritual energy, making them suitable for growing particular spirit plants.
On the right was a square lake, a lake within the island, covering about twenty mu.
It would make a perfect habitat for the [Deep Lake Spirit Clam].
At the rear stood a small but fairly lofty mountain range, thick with vegetation, guarding the island's back like a fence.
"Not bad." Lin Changheng swept his gaze across it, thoroughly satisfied with the spirit land at Jade Belt Lake.
Compared with Emerald Screen Peak, this place better suited his cautious temperament and matched his present needs.
It was a good choice.
In particular, the mountains at the rear could serve both as a defensive bulwark and as a hiding place for a secret cave