Chapter 453 - 277: Struggle for the Dao Path, Tier Three Spiritual Land (4)

Chapter 453: Chapter 277: Struggle for the Dao Path, Tier Three Spiritual Land (4)

The others also removed their miasma-blocking artifacts, and each used their own techniques to quickly cleanse themselves until they were spotless.

Only then did they regain the appearance of Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

Lin Changheng and Mo Zhaoli were no different, appearing even more wretched on the surface than the various Late Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

Thus, no one paid them much attention, giving them only a passing glance.

However, another pair of Middle Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators had remained spotlessly clean, seemingly untouched by the miasma.

This, in turn, caused a few of the Late Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivators to give them a second look.

Their expressions showed surprise.

At that moment, Lin Changheng paid them no mind, already turning his attention to discreetly survey the scene before them.

...

The view ahead opened up dramatically.

It was a massive basin, its terrain noticeably sunken compared to the surroundings, like a crater hammered out by a Celestial God’s Giant Hammer.

In stark contrast to the Outer World, with its skies of yellow sand and thousands of miles of red earth, the basin held a strange oasis brimming with life, like a giant piece of jade inlaid in the Wilderness Gobi.

Without even stepping inside, a rich, verdant aura mixed with pure wood and Fire Attribute Spiritual Qi washed over them, instantly refreshing the senses. ℯℯ𝘭.

The earth was a fertile, inky black, covered by countless strange vines and ferns that emitted a faint crimson glow. The leaves and branches of the tall trees were purplish-red, while their trunks were as scorching as hot stone.

The air was thick with moisture, forming a faint, colorful Spiritual Mist. But upon closer inspection, one could discover that the Spiritual Qi within the mist carried a trace of searing heat, revealing the nature of this place as a Fire Attribute Spiritual Vein.

Yet, beneath this vibrant tableau, lethal dangers lay hidden.

Deep, powerful roars occasionally echoed from the distance. Beneath the surfaces of seemingly tranquil lakes, Demon Beast predators likely lay in wait.

Among the strange flowers and exotic grasses, one could often find venomous Demon Insects or carnivorous plants with mimetic abilities.

’This is a fertile land that follows the ancient laws of the Wilderness.’

The Divine Light in Lin Changheng’s eyes receded as he reached this conclusion.

His Three Techniques Combined had undergone another transformation. The Fifth Layer Insight Technique - Transformation, combined with his Perfection Realm Spirit Detecting Skill and Qi Observation Skill, made the effect of his Divine Light even more pronounced.

Once his Insight Technique - Transformation improved again and achieved Metamorphosis, the power of the Skill would reach its peak.

But for now, it was more than enough.

Lin Changheng’s gaze shifted to the very center of the basin, where a soft, cyan-red Spiritual Light faintly shrouded a specific area.

That was the core of the Quasi-Tier Three Spiritual Land, currently undergoing its transformation.

It was transforming gradually, from the inside out.

"According to the plan, move out individually, clear your designated areas, and lay the Array Bases! If you run into a crisis, you must hold your ground. Once the other areas are cleared, we will come to your aid!"

The hoarse voice of the black-robed Fake Core Master rang in everyone’s ears, shattering the brief tranquility.

After this period of contact, Lin Changheng had learned that this Fake Core Master’s surname was Linghu, and he was known as Master Linghu.

He had started as an unremarkable servant disciple of the Purple Extreme Sect. Then, late in life, he experienced a sudden enlightenment. A true late bloomer, his Cultivation soared, and he was promoted all the way through the Outer Sect, Inner Sect, and True Inheritance ranks. Finally, he broke through to become a Fake Core Master, securing a high-level position—a truly inspirational story.

Hearing this story, Lin Changheng’s pupils contracted slightly. It wasn’t because of the man’s fantastic history, nor the rapid advancement of his Cultivation in his later years. It was because, through this brief description, he glimpsed the terrifying Heart Nature that lay beneath: one that had been forged and tempered a thousand times, honed to the absolute peak of unyielding perseverance. And behind it all, an incredibly adaptable mind.

’He might not be as cunning as a demon, but trying to fool him with ordinary tricks would be next to impossible.’

’It would be like teaching an expert his own trade, and would likely backfire spectacularly.’

...

The moment the order was given, seven figures scattered like phantoms into the wonderland of colorful Spiritual Mist and bizarre flora.

A cultivator with the surname Li, clad in crimson armor, headed for the southeast corner, his Magical Power surging around him like a blazing furnace.

The Cai Yi Female Cultivator, Ye Qingwu, her figure ethereal, didn’t spare another glance for Lin Changheng or Mo Zhaoli. She headed directly for the southwest corner, and wherever she passed, the cacophony of sounds quieted, as if under a spell of Confusion.

The other Sect Cultivators also displayed their own Divine Abilities; some flew at low altitudes on their Escape Lights, while others moved stealthily using Wood Escape or the Earth Escape Technique.

Lin Changheng and Mo Zhaoli exchanged a look. Without a word, they set off, speeding toward the northwest corner assigned to them.

Their assigned mission area, the northwest corner, was particularly dense with vegetation. Countless crimson-glowing vines intertwined into a web, forming a natural labyrinth where a myriad of dangerous auras lay hidden.

"Let’s go as well."

By now, everyone else had dispersed, leaving only Master Linghu and Jin Daoyao. Master Linghu glanced at the latter and spoke, his dry, hoarse voice sending a chill down the spine with its sinister undertone.

"Alright."

Jin Daoyao rubbed his large, gleaming bald head and grinned, nodding without objection before transforming into an Escape Light and following behind Master Linghu.

Despite being a Late Stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator, he followed obediently behind Master Linghu, matching his pace without any thought of overstepping.

Master Linghu noticed this and nodded slightly. ’This Jin Daoyao may seem rough, bold, and unconcerned with trifles on the outside, but in reality, he’s meticulous and exceedingly cautious. No wonder he could become a Tier Two Upper Grade Array Master.’

’Doing the right thing at the right time is essential.’

’Creating trouble for yourself just to show off is the height of folly.’

WHOOSH! WHOOSH!

Their Escape Lights were so swift that it wasn’t long before they landed in the area shrouded by the cyan-red Spiritual Light—the very spot Lin Changheng had previously observed with his Divine Light.