Even you wouldn't be able to easily break this barrier, let alone a Spirit Transformation Cultivator. Otherwise, it wouldn't be able to withstand so many Savage Beasts from the Ten Thousand Peaks Mountain Range.
Therefore, we must follow Hermit Xuyuan's arrangements if we hope to break this barrier.
This requires not only some special treasures but also the assistance of several fellow Daoists who have cultivated special Divine Abilities.
Although your Divine Abilities are considerable, can you guarantee that you can lead everyone to the rear of Tianli?"
Ning Fa fell silent upon hearing this. Although he possessed the Star Roaming Compass, the damaged compass was useless against a fifth-grade grand formation.
"Alright, then I'll wait," Ning Fa calmly nodded.
Kong Li looked at Ning Fa with some surprise. Ning Fa had been so violent and furious before, and his current calmness made Kong Li feel unaccustomed to it.
At this moment, Ning Fa flicked his right hand, and a black chess piece-like object flew before Kong Li amidst a burst of light.
"If anything happens to Lingyun, use this to contact me."
After Ning Fa spoke, silver lightning flashed around him, and in an instant, he transformed into a dazzling streak of light that vanished into the sky.
Kong Li stood in place for a long time, then sighed and flew off in another direction.
Meanwhile, on the Spirit Mountain where Hermit Xuyuan resided in Tianyu City, the bamboo forest remained as it was.
Hermit Xuyuan and Sang Wen sat opposite each other at a table. Sang Wen was dressed in white, and despite being disguised as a man, her handsome and elegant demeanor was undeniable.
After Hermit Xuyuan finished speaking.
"What!?"
Sang Wen, who was usually composed, was now greatly alarmed. In her shock, the teacup in her hand was crushed.
Hermit Xuyuan said with an unchanged expression, "When I learned that Fellow Daoist Ning needed this Pure Yang True Fire, I thought of you.
After all, your Innate Yi Wood Longevity Dao Body is perfect for nurturing the Yi Wood Pure Yang True Flame."
Sang Wen calmed down but remained silent.
Hermit Xuyuan sighed slightly, "Xiao Wen, I know this is a great hardship for you.
If you lose this Natal True Flame, your Innate Dao Body will be greatly affected, and it might even make your hope of advancing to the late Nascent Soul stage slim.
But the current situation is special. Fellow Daoist Ning is too important to our Cangyuan. To put it bluntly, all the Great Cultivators of our Cangyuan Sect combined might not be as important as he is alone."
Hearing Hermit Xuyuan's words, Sang Wen couldn't help but look up at him, her eyes full of confusion. She felt that Hermit Xuyuan's words were somewhat exaggerated.
At this moment, Hermit Xuyuan looked towards the distant sea of clouds and said solemnly, "I was also very puzzled at first why Fellow Daoist Ning was in such urgent need of this Pure Yang Fire.
Then I recalled some of the powerful Divine Abilities he was known for from his intelligence reports, and I realized that he most likely possesses the legendary Five Elements Thunder Body. This would explain why he has been able to advance so rapidly and possess such astonishing strength."
Upon hearing this, Sang Wen's face was filled with shock, and she murmured, "Five Elements Thunder Body..."
Hermit Xuyuan nodded, "Indeed. It is said that cultivators who possess the Five Elements Thunder Body can naturally cultivate the Divine Thunder of the Five Elements.
This way, it becomes clear why Fellow Daoist Ning needs the Pure Yang Fire so badly. It is very likely related to the breakthrough of his thunder body.
So, you should understand why I said this and why I asked you to do this, right?"
Sang Wen remained silent for a long time, then said with a solemn expression, "I know what to do."
With that, a beam of escape light rose from her, and she flew away from the place.
Half a month later, a white Spirit Boat resembling a flying shuttle departed from Tianyu City and sped towards the north.
There were only two people on the Spirit Boat, Ning Fa and Sang Wen, as they were heading to the mountain gate of the Spiritual Pivot Pavilion.
The fire pool of Earth Core Flame Fire that Hermit Xuyuan mentioned was almost ready, and there were also other Heaven and Earth Exotic Fires prepared by the Spiritual Pivot Pavilion.
Ning Fa stood with his hands behind his back, his expression peaceful, showing no signs of joy or sorrow.
Upon realizing that he had entered the Moon Tribulation Burning Emotions phase prematurely, he was constantly and carefully controlling his emotions. This process was agonizing, but since he had to face it, he could only endure it.
Meanwhile, Sang Wen stood at the bow of the boat, her back to Ning Fa, as if she were concentrating on piloting the Spirit Boat.
Ning Fa slowly walked towards Sang Wen, but Sang Wen seemed startled and took another step forward, as if trying to distance herself from him.
Ning Fa's eyes flickered, and he felt a little surprised.
He was no stranger to Sang Wen. His impression of her had always been one of composure and treating people with a gentle demeanor, like a breeze brushing past. However, during this journey together, her state seemed somewhat off.
"Fellow Daoist Sang, how much longer until we arrive?" Ning Fa asked casually.
"About two more days," Sang Wen replied, also seemingly as usual.
Ning Fa said no more and returned to his original position. Seeing this, Sang Wen breathed a sigh of relief.
Half a day later, the two had flown tens of thousands of miles. They then stopped at a hidden spot in a vast mountain range and teleported tens of thousands of miles further through a Teleportation Array.
In this manner, over two days, the two used Teleportation Arrays several times and finally stopped.
Before them lay a vast lake, shimmering with light, beautiful in scenery, but devoid of any spiritual energy. To cultivators, this place was no different from a desert.
Ning Fa couldn't help but look at Sang Wen in confusion.
However, Sang Wen ignored him and flew to a certain spot above the lake, then beckoned to Ning Fa.
As Ning Fa flew closer, Sang Wen took out a white bell-shaped magic treasure from her hand and gently shook it. A wave of white light spread out, and instantly, green waves rippled beneath their feet, revealing dense lines of light that formed a complex light array.
As the light formation flared, a flash of white light passed, and the two disappeared.
When Ning Fa recovered from the slight dizziness, he found himself in an unfamiliar place.
Before him lay continuous spiritual mountains and beautiful peaks, shrouded in mist and bathed in myriad rays of auspicious light. Spirit birds danced in the air, and magnificent pavilions and jade towers were nestled on various spirit mountains. Melodious music drifted over, like celestial melodies, creating a scene of earthly paradise.
"This is where our Spiritual Pivot Pavilion's mountain gate is located. Fellow Daoist Ning, you are the first cultivator to visit our mountain gate in nearly ten thousand years."
Sang Wen said softly, this being the first time she had proactively spoken to Ning Fa in two days.
"I am deeply honored," Ning Fa replied calmly.
Then, the two flew forward.
As they ventured deeper into the spirit mountains, a dense spiritual energy washed over them, even manifesting as rain and mist. Ning Fa couldn't help but show a look of emotion.
The spirit veins here were definitely not below fourth-grade, and even if not fifth-grade, they were certainly very close. As expected of the Spiritual Pivot Pavilion.
Sang Wen led Ning Fa directly towards the depths of the mountain gate. Along the way, they encountered some other low-level disciples of the Spiritual Pivot Pavilion. They all looked at Ning Fa with surprise, then bowed to Sang Wen and quietly departed.
Ning Fa also observed them carefully. Although he didn't know their spiritual roots, the pure true essence he sensed from them was enough to indicate that these young cultivators were extraordinary.
Sang Wen fell silent again, showing no intention of introducing the mountain gate to Ning Fa. However, Ning Fa leisurely observed his surroundings.
As they flew over a valley between two mountains, Ning Fa's expression suddenly changed, and his eyes gleamed with surprise as he looked towards the valley.
Because at that moment, a milky white round bead in his storage ring suddenly emitted a brilliant light. The white sword shadows on its surface moved rapidly, as if something had touched it.
This naturally surprised Ning Fa. After all, this was the Sword Soul Pearl he had painstakingly traced back. Its current unusual movement indicated that there must be something in the valley that was attracting it.
Ning Fa immediately used his spiritual sense to probe the valley, but a strange barrier prevented him from seeing its interior. However, he could feel a sharp sword intent faintly emanating from it.
"Fellow Daoist Sang, what is that place in the valley?" Ning Fa asked, his expression unchanged.
Sang Wen didn't think much of it and replied, "This place is a Sword Training Valley for our sect, used by our disciples to hone their swordsmanship. Could it be that Fellow Daoist Ning is interested in this place?"
"Indeed, I am also a sword cultivator. May I enter and observe for a while?" Ning Fa said frankly.
Sang Wen smiled, "Of course. The Pavilion Master had already instructed that, apart from the Ancestral Hall, you may visit any other place in the pavilion freely, including the Scripture Repository."
Upon hearing this, Ning Fa smiled and nodded, saying no more.
Soon, the two arrived at the peak of a spirit mountain. Beside a patch of lush pine forest stood a secluded cave mansion.
"Fellow Daoist Ning, the fire pool for that Earth Core Flame Fire will likely take another ten days to prepare. You may reside here temporarily during this time.
This Elder Token will allow you access to all places except the Ancestral Hall, including that Sword Training Valley. If you have any issues, you can also contact me through it.
Oh, and this storage ring contains the spiritual materials you need. Some other spiritual materials will take some time to collect, so please be patient."
As Sang Wen spoke, she handed a simple, round token and a storage ring to Ning Fa before hurriedly departing.
Ning Fa accepted the two items and watched her figure disappear with a calm expression.
Although he was puzzled by the subtle change in Sang Wen's attitude towards him, since she didn't say anything, he was too lazy to ask further.
Then, Ning Fa looked in the direction of the Sword Training Valley.
While he was curious about what exactly in the valley had caused the Sword Soul Pearl to react, he didn't plan to go immediately. After all, it would seem too eager. He would be staying here for some time anyway.
With that thought, Ning Fa turned and walked towards the cave mansion.
Not long after, Ning Fa was already sitting in a quiet room within the cave mansion.
Although he didn't believe the Spiritual Pivot Pavilion would do anything to harm him, he still carefully inspected the cave mansion and set up a set of high-level barriers he carried with him before finally relaxing.
At this moment, he sat by the stone table and first scanned the storage ring Sang Wen had given him with his spiritual sense. Soon, a smile appeared on his face.
The storage ring indeed contained all the spiritual materials he urgently needed, and these materials were extremely precious. Many of them were materials that even Great Cultivators would find difficult to obtain.
If Ning Fa were to collect them himself, setting aside the spirit stones, the key issue would be how much time it would take.
This time, he owed the Spiritual Pivot Pavilion a great favor.
Just then, Ning Fa's expression shifted. He waved his right hand forward, and in a burst of light, a dull gray object, resembling soft jade, appeared.
"Yin Yang Five Elements Jade... I thought this kind of spiritual material had long been extinct. I didn't expect the Spiritual Pivot Pavilion to still have it in their collection, and such a large piece at that."
Ning Fa's eyes flickered slightly as he said in a low voice.