Chapter 562 415: Mysterious Jade
Luo Chen nodded, indicating his understanding. He took a deep breath and began to carefully study the Ghost Shadow Skill. Although the cultivation technique was complex and obscure, with each word requiring careful pondering to understand its meaning, Luo Chen felt an unprecedented excitement and anticipation. He knew that this cultivation technique might be the key to unlocking his predicament.
Beside him, Ouyang Qian also leaned over to look at the contents of the scroll, sighing with admiration: "This cultivation technique is indeed extraordinary; every word contains profound truths. Cold Rain, you must cultivate diligently and strive to master it as soon as possible."
Luo Chen nodded, resolutely saying, "I will." With that, he sat down cross-legged and began to try cultivating the mysterious Ghost Shadow Skill. Ouyang Qian and Wind Grasshopper quietly kept watch beside him, hoping he could successfully cultivate the essence of this technique.
Luo Chen took the scroll handed to him by Wind Grasshopper and briefly flipped through it. The cultivation technique was divided into three parts: the first part was the Concealment Technique, the second part was the Invisibility Technique, and the third part was the Teleportation Technique. However, when he reached the Teleportation Technique section, he found only half of the content, with the rest missing.
Nevertheless, Luo Chen felt satisfied. In his view, being able to conceal himself was already sufficient. He cupped his hands toward Wind Grasshopper to express his gratitude: "I'll choose this Ghost Shadow Skill, thank you, Dragon Monarch."
However, Wind Grasshopper did not immediately agree but instead reminded him: "You must think it through. This set of techniques is incomplete, and once you cultivate it halfway, there's no way to continue. If you switch to other techniques by then, wouldn't it be a waste of time?"
Upon hearing this, Luo Chen smiled faintly and once again expressed his gratitude to Wind Grasshopper. He handed the Ghost Shadow Skill back to Wind Grasshopper, indicating that he had made his decision.
Seeing this, Wind Grasshopper said no more. He waved his robe sleeves and continued walking forward with Luo Chen and Ouyang Qian. "Alright, since your mind is set, this Monarch will say no more. This technique is profound, but only half remains here, rendering it of little use. You might as well take it."
With Wind Grasshopper's words, the three arrived at the depths of the Dragon Palace Treasure Vault. Wind Grasshopper pointed to the magical treasures ahead and said, "Though my Dragon Palace has many treasures, most have developed spirits, requiring cultivators above the Nascent Soul Realm to refine and subdue them. The rest that you can take away are only a few."
Following Wind Grasshopper's direction, Luo Chen and Ouyang Qian looked over and saw that the vault held only a few dimly glowing magical treasures. The Soul Power of these treasures was very faint, numbering only around a dozen, mostly weapons like knives, swords, axes, and halberds.
Despite this, Luo Chen still went forward and carefully selected among them. Eventually, he chose a seemingly ordinary longsword that subtly exuded an extraordinary aura. In contrast, Ouyang Qian picked a small and exquisite defensive magical treasure. Although these weren't considered treasures in the Dragon Palace, they were rare finds for the two of them.
Though they were busy cultivating, they did not forget to share insights and experiences. In this atmosphere of mutual support and shared progress, their bond deepened. After enduring a series of hardships and trials, they finally set out side by side on the pinnacle path of the Cultivation Realm.
On second thought, Luo Chen was at peace with himself. Whether or not to save the dragon girl, he was destined to be unable to leave Liu Jing; the grand plan had already unfolded, and there was no avoiding it. Obtaining a concealment technique written by an Immortal was already a gain for him. He secretly felt lucky; although this trip to the Dragon Palace was full of twists and turns, it yielded some rewards in the end.
Just as Luo Chen was lost in thought, Ouyang Qian's voice of surprise broke the silence. She frowned at a palm-sized shell, muttering to herself: "Strange, why can't any Soul Power be sensed from inside?"
Hearing this, Luo Chen looked at Ouyang Qian in surprise, seeing her serious expression, clearly not speaking without cause. He quickly regained his composure and turned his gaze to the shell. The shell's surface was smooth as jade, emitting a faint luster, seemingly ordinary but impossible to ignore.
Wind Grasshopper also noticed their unusual behavior and stepped forward to open the shell. As it opened, a gentle glow illuminated their faces. Inside the shell were two strings of bracelets, crystal clear, seemingly crafted from pearls and jade. Each bead was seamless, exuding a captivating luster. Ouyang Qian stared unblinkingly, apparently deeply attracted by the bracelets.