Celestial Refining Divine Scripture

Void River Immortal Light, at its weakest, is at least Second Grade.

When nurtured to the extreme, it can reach Third Grade.

The dozen or so Void River Immortal Lights before him, the strongest had already reached Mid Second Grade.

Of course, even in a grand event like this Starry Extreme Night, reaching Third Grade is as difficult as ascending to the heavens.

Anyone who discovers such a treasure grounds rarely waits until it transforms into Third Grade.

This kind of immortal light is also used for cultivation.

But it possesses an extremely powerful purifying and tempering effect, capable of Washing Marrow and Shaving Hair—quite remarkable.

"For me, the improvement is not significant."

"But this place..."

"Hm?"

Xu Yang stepped to the side.

Beneath the immortal light, a cluster of crystalline saplings greedily absorbed the Immortal Spirit Qi, thriving and maturing.

"Jade Crystal Immortal Tree. Once matured, the Jade Crystal Immortal Tree Leaves are an excellent medicinal treasure for healing."

"With Void River Immortal Light and Jade Crystal Immortal Trees here, this place is indeed a tempting treasure ground."

Whether Void River Immortal Light or Jade Crystal Immortal Tree, both are extremely precious—an overwhelming temptation for Celestial Immortal cultivators.

Xu Yang briefly investigated, finding only these two types of treasures.

Soon after, he took out a Star Treasure Elixir and placed it in the deepest part of the domain.

Though the Void River Immortal Light and Jade Crystal Immortal Trees are outstanding, their benefit to him is negligible.

It would be better to prime the Accumulation Elixir first.

Of course, once the Accumulation Elixir is used, the Void River Immortal Light and Jade Crystal Immortal Trees will wither away, their energies wholly absorbed into the elixir.

The Accumulation Elixir, even if not immediately useful, holds immense long-term value.

Xu Yang attentively sensed the changes in the elixir.

As it was placed within, lines of immortal patterns surfaced, crisscrossing and radiating immortal brilliance.

Buzz!

The nearby energies were instantly devoured within.

"As expected of a pill personally refined by Master."

Xu Yang clicked his tongue inwardly.

Once all the energy was devoured, it circulated within the dense immortal patterns on the elixir’s surface, enduring endless tempering, before being finally absorbed into the elixir.

It could be foreseen: when the elixir’s gestation is complete, the energy within will be terrifying.

As time passed, the Immortal Spirit Qi here diminished at a rate visible to the naked eye.

Strands of Void River Immortal Light and Jade Crystal Immortal Trees faded and withered away bit by bit.

Total consumption would not take long.

Xu Yang was in no hurry, waiting silently.

At a certain moment—

He suddenly furrowed his brow, looking toward the exit.

Swish, swish!!

The wind howled; several figures descended.

"Someone’s actually here?"

Three cultivators landed, immediately locking onto Xu Yang, all visibly startled.

"Hiss, it’s Void River Immortal Light and Jade Crystal Immortal Trees!"

"With just one person, I doubt he’s capable of occupying this treasure ground alone."

The three regarded Xu Yang with hostility.

"Flame Dragon Mountain?"

Xu Yang stood up slowly.

"And you are...?" The lead cultivator frowned.

Xu Yang simply removed his cloak.

"You are... Mr. Xu?"

The trio’s expression changed, eyes wide in disbelief.

"Since you are cultivators of Flame Dragon Mountain, I’ll give you this place; it’s of little use to me."

Xu Yang beckoned, retrieving the elixir into his hand.

The essence below had already been more than half devoured.

Yet, upon probing inside the elixir, it was still hollow.

"Many thanks, Mr. Xu."

The three were overjoyed, clasping their fists in swift salute.

Facing Xu Yang, they dared not make the slightest misstep.

After all, the strength Xu Yang once showed surpassed all three of them combined.

"What’s the situation outside now?"

Xu Yang asked offhandedly.

The lead cultivator gave a wry smile: "Utter chaos. Everywhere’s a scramble for treasure sites, everyone waiting for opportunities to reveal themselves."

"Our Flame Dragon Mountain—both the Sect Leader and the Golden Immortal Realm Supreme Elders have gone out as well."

Xu Yang took all this in his stride—hardly unexpected.

Even a Golden Immortal could hardly resist such temptation.

"By the way, Mr. Xu..."

The Flame Dragon Mountain cultivator suddenly recalled something, and said solemnly, "Not far from here is an abandoned Ancient Shadow Gold Mine, once jointly controlled by the Yang Family, Ye Family, and Ming Family."

"But centuries ago it was fully mined out and completely deserted."

"Yet, in this Starry Extreme Night, it might revive, nurturing astonishing treasures."

"Ancient Shadow Gold Mine is extraordinary, capable of refining all kinds of treasures targeting the Primordial Spirit. If you’re interested, Mr. Xu, you might want to take a look."

As he spoke, the man handed Xu Yang a map: "This marks the location of the Ancient Shadow Gold Mine and some nearby treasure sites."

"Ancient Shadow Gold Mine..."

Xu Yang’s pupils contracted as he stowed the map away. "The Yang, Ye, and Ming Families will surely send people to guard it, won’t they?"

The other pondered, then replied, "They certainly will—but a fierce struggle is inevitable. If its revival and the birth of a supreme treasure are confirmed, none of the three will surrender it easily."

"With joint control, none will be willing to let go. But now, with every major power sending their cultivators everywhere hunting for treasure sites, whoever seizes the initiative wins."

A burning light flashed in Xu Yang’s eyes.

This Ancient Shadow Gold Mine might just be the key to refining the Accumulation Elixir.

He knew the Ancient Shadow Gold Mine well.

A place of such fortune could never be so simple.

It once warranted joint control by three great clans—the resources within must have been nothing short of staggering.

Now, with its possible revival... unimaginable.

The Ye Family, Ming Family, Yang Family...

"Thank you."

Xu Yang cupped his fist in salute, then dashed decisively toward the cave entrance.

As for the treasure site at hand, he felt not a trace of lingering attachment.

Watching Xu Yang depart, the three instantly breathed a sigh of relief.

"I noticed the bodies of immortal beasts outside but no sign of Yang Family cultivators. Perhaps Mr. Xu dealt with them all; half a year has passed, and with his True Immortal Peak cultivation, his strength must be even more fearsome."

"Indeed, the three of us are quite lucky. And our Flame Dragon Mountain has no enmity with Mr. Xu."

"I suspect Mr. Xu had no real interest in this place at all."

"Void River Immortal Light, Jade Crystal Immortal Trees—this place is valuable. Let’s just hold it ourselves."

"I wonder whether Mr. Xu will find his fortune at the Ancient Shadow Gold Mine?"

...

Elsewhere, Xu Yang was heading straight for the Ancient Shadow Gold Mine.

The Flame Dragon Mountain cultivator’s words had greatly stirred his heart.

Of all the nearby sites potentially sufficient for the Accumulation Elixir, the Ancient Shadow Gold Mine was absolutely among the best.

"Even if all three great families gather there, I have no fear."

"The Ye and Ming Families may not take action against me; they might even do me this small favor."

"If it means keeping the Yang Family from acquiring it, they’d likely be more than pleased!"

"Even in the worst-case scenario, with my strength, I can challenge several Late Stage Celestial Immortals at once. Besides, I hold three Golden Immortal Talismans."

"However..."

Xu Yang suddenly smacked his forehead regretfully, sighing, "When I met Master across the void, I really should have asked Master to bring over some of First Senior Brother’s pills."

It’s been half a year—First Senior Brother’s ’unique pills’ must be plentiful by now.

If I had some of those ’unique pills,’ things would be even more perfect.

After all, though Golden Immortals have emerged, such opportunities that boost a Golden Immortal’s strength would likely leave none with the leisure to seek lesser treasures.

Thus, though Golden Immortals roam, the odds of encountering one beneath their level is very slim.

As long as he didn’t run into a crowd of Peak Celestial Immortal cultivators, Xu Yang was seventy or eighty percent confident in handling any trouble.

"Ancient Shadow Gold Mine, don’t you dare disappoint me."