"Uncivilized lands?"
"Fart."
Lu Li, unusually, cursed inwardly.
The Heaven-Pacifying Yao Prefecture, known as the Land of Ten Thousand Demons, has different breeding methods in its various Blessed Land.
But the vast majority of them are like cannibals, like the Azure Pool Blessed Land.
Is there any place in the world more barbaric than this?
Without a doubt, the force opposite the Heaven-Pacifying Yao Prefecture must be another power.
Based on what he had heard about the Prefecture-Breaking War.
The other half of the Western Continent is very likely to be on the opposing side of the Demon Manor.
It's possible that these areas could even be dominated by humans.
With a glint in his eyes, Lu Li collected five map scrolls.
This trip out of the sect was not in vain.
This small amount of information is already very important.
Fortunately, he learned that at least this world wasn't entirely a place of evil and malice.
What surprised Lu Li the most was that each Blessed Land had a different breeding model.
Needless to say, in the Golden Ape Blessed Land, the cultivators not only knew the truth, but also regarded the great demon of the Blessed Land as their ancestor's backer.
The two sides are more like parasites.
No wonder these cultivators knew about the Nether Toad Blessed Land.
"It seems that their visit to Azure Pool was either on the orders of a great demon, or perhaps for the purpose of plundering."
"I wonder how many Blessed Land cultivators are currently within the Azure Pool territory."
Lu Li a deep breath, his gaze distant.
The Heaven-Pacifying Yao Prefecture... He cultivated deep within the Demon Manor, surrounded by powerful demons.
Not to mention, above the Blessed Land Demon Ancestor is the even more powerful Dongting Demon Lord.
Although there are only thirty-six Dongting, they have firmly locked down the entire Heaven-Pacifying Yao Prefecture.
If he wants to set foot on the other half of the Western Continent and leave the Demon Manor, he can only fight his way out from the inside.
The difficulty of it is simply terrifying.
But... there might still be a glimmer of hope!
"The power and cultivation condensed by the great demon of Azure Pool can aid in human cultivation."
"A single Dao Fruit can send me to the Golden Core. At most, I will refine the Dao Fruit and surely attain the True Lord within three years."
"Upon entering the Golden Core, the Core Fire is generated, the Sea of Consciousness expands, and Law Artifact are refined."
"The fish-shaped jade pendant is extremely mysterious, seemingly possessing the power to subdue demons. Once I've entered the Golden Core, I can properly refine it."
"Maybe we can use this to slay the demon!"
"Moreover, the Great Xia has already begun Spiritual Qi revival, and research into Spirit Machinery is accelerating rapidly. It is said that they have even started experiments with Spiritual Martial Nuclear Energy."
"Every step could potentially help me break through this impasse."
Lu Li's eyes flickered, and his mind became completely resolute at this moment.
The goal is clear and unwavering.
Once one breaks through to the Golden Core, one can use the fish-shaped jade pendant to subdue powerful demons.
After that, merge with its body, seize its essence, and absorb its teachings.
This vast Heaven-Pacifying Yao Prefecture will no longer be a demon's lair or a death trap for him.
Instead, it's a superior experience dungeon!
The seventy-two Blessed Land are the seventy-two great demons, and the thirty-six Dongting are the thirty-six treasure troves.
By gathering supplies from the enemy and aiding in one's own cultivation, one can slay one demon and thus kill ten thousand enemies!
The spoils can also be sent back to Great Xia, and with the help of Great Xia, the odds of winning will surely increase even further.
If that's true, then from now on, the entire Heaven-Pacifying Yao Prefecture... will be free of all constraints!
With this thought in mind, Lu Li didn't hesitate and woke up Xu Xiong and Changming Changye, who were still in a daze.
They sped discreetly towards Clear River Commandery.
The goal is now clear; only time remains to break the deadlock.
The four of them sped off at high speed.
Upon arriving in Clear River Commandery, they discovered that the place was even more dilapidated.
The once bustling county town is now deserted and desolate, with only a few people around, and everywhere there is a sense of ruin and devastation.
Upon seeing this, Changming Changye looked tense.
He clasped his hands in a fist salute to Lu Li, wanting to go see his godmother.
Lu Li did not stop them, but told the two to be careful and instructed Xu Xiong to accompany them for protection.
He arrived alone at the place where the formation had been set up and the veins hidden.
Several years have passed, and the barren mountain that once harbored Spirit Vein has now sprouted lush green saplings.
Fortunately, the formation is intact, which means that no cultivators have passed by over the years.
After confirming that no one was around, Lu Li carefully activated the magic array and took out the Spirit Vein detector.
"Buzz~!"
Spiritual Power surged, and the Spirit Vein detector was activated instantly.
The mysterious and profound energy penetrated the ground and returned a moment later.
The image of the Spirit Vein technique appeared on the Jade Slip, but remained unchanged.
The Spirit Vein were still not mature, which made Lu Li feel a little regretful.
"It's not mature yet; it cannot be moved or mined. Moving it will destroy it."
"That makes sense. It takes at least a hundred years to nurture Spirit Vein. It's estimated that in several decades, this Spirit Vein will likely reappear."
Shaking his head, Lu Li didn't delay any longer.
He pulled out several second-tier array materials and array plates from his pocket and upgraded the array he had set up.
It took three full days to complete.
On the day the formation was completed, the solid core of the formation was located in the mountains.
Even Golden Core cultivator would have to be extremely close to detect anything unusual.
This put Lu Li at ease.
After doing all this, he summoned his flying sword and headed towards Clear River Commandery.
From afar, they could see Xu Xiong waiting at the city gate with Changming and Changye.
" Senior Brother Lu! You're back!"
"Hmm, how is your godmother Changming Changye?"
Lu Li greeted the others and inquired about his two disciples.
The upheaval at Azure Pool had a profound impact on mortals, and now that various Blessed Land Azure Pool again, mortals will naturally suffer the most.
Upon hearing this, Changming Changye clasped their hands in a respectful gesture, their voices tinged with disappointment.
"Reporting to Master, we couldn't find our godmother. The former village head's family... is now deserted."
"Only a message was left on the wall, saying that the village head had taken his godmother back to the countryside to seek refuge."
"Yes, it's good to take refuge. With Azure Pool in turmoil, the county seat is the most conspicuous place."
"If we hide in a mountain village, we might be safer."
Lu Li nodded.
Therefore, there was no need for them to stay here any longer, as they had already killed five outside cultivators on their way out of the sect.
The four of them together account for as much as twelve people per month.
There are still seven gaps; we'll have to figure out how to resolve them on the way back.
The main requirement is to submit the Jade Slip identifying the cultivators from outside the Blessed Land as proof.
Otherwise, there would be no need to calculate in such detail.
"Very well, Lu Li will take this trip as an opportunity to teach Changming and Changye how to fight."
Such hands-on teaching is hard to find on a regular basis.
As long as I don't encounter Golden Core, I'll be worry-free.
Moreover, he also possesses a third-tier Law Artifact, which would make even Foundation Establishment Great Perfection think twice before acting.
He immediately got up and, leading the three of them back, began his teaching journey of combat techniques.
Lu Li had no need, nor was there any need, to show mercy to these foreign cultivators.
Although they may have been sent by a powerful demon.
Those who enter the country will not speak of kindness to him.
It's either you kill me, or I kill you.
Born in the heart of this Demon Manor's abode, no one can control their own destiny.
Whether it's a demonic cave or a demonic sect, all cultivators here have a chance of survival if they fight for their lives.
Lu Li had no complaints or grievances.
All the things that happened today, and all the great things of the past, he will add them all to the heads of those great demons.
Just waiting for the day...
"Only one day will I draw my sword to the heavens, and you will be ready to face my challenge."
Lu Li slowly raised his head, then remained silent.