Chapter 1620: 彩流罂

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"You are indeed exceptionally perceptive, fellow Daoist! Our objective truly involves something within the Cold Moon Realm. Fellow Daoist Li, rest assured, although you are not one of the Thirteen Heavenly Cloud Clans, both of us hold some standing within our respective clans. It will be no problem to facilitate your entry into the Cold Moon Realm.

How about this significant benefit as compensation for your assistance, fellow Daoist?" A hint of surprise flickered across the Crystal Clan woman's face, and she smiled, not denying the statement. Han Li's expression grew strange. After a moment, he exhaled deeply. "My cultivation has not yet reached its bottleneck, so entering the Cold Moon Realm won't offer me much benefit. Moreover, I can enter the Cold Moon Realm by myself; I don't require your assistance, seniors."

"You can also enter the Cold Moon Realm? That seems unlikely! Although you've concealed your true appearance, and your current face is an illusion, you are certainly not one of our Thirteen Clans. How could other outsiders qualify to enter the Cold Moon Realm from Heavenly Cloud?" Duan Tianren looked up, a look of surprise appearing on his face for the first time.

"Brother Duan, don't jump to conclusions just yet. Speaking of outsiders, there truly has been one recently who gained qualification to enter the Cold Moon Realm. So, I should address you as 'Fellow Daoist Han,' shouldn't I?" The Crystal Clan woman seemed slightly astonished but then chuckled softly. Hearing their words, Han Li sighed inwardly.

As expected, his secret art of changing appearance couldn't deceive these two. Fortunately, by their tone, they couldn't directly see his true form. Otherwise, the impact of his candid confession would have been greatly diminished.

"Surname Han? Now that you mention it, I have heard something about this from my clan. There was indeed an outsider who activated a Cold Moon Token about a year ago and seemingly intended to use the super formation we jointly oversee." Duan Tianren pondered briefly and then suddenly recalled something. "Precisely. It seems to be Fellow Daoist Li here." The Crystal Clan woman smiled faintly, seeing Han Li remain silent. "Heh heh, so he was going to enter the Cold Moon Realm anyway. This works out perfectly, saving us the trouble." Duan Tianren, far from being angry, was pleased.

"But I still know nothing about your objective, seniors. Furthermore, I have already accepted another task from your esteemed clan. I'm afraid I won't have enough time once I enter the Cold Moon Realm." Han Li glanced at Duan Tianren and spoke hesitantly.

"Oh, you mean the task of collecting refining materials? Don't worry, that won't take much time and certainly won't delay you. If absolutely necessary, you should naturally prioritize my task. Even if those refining materials cannot be collected, with me to speak for you in the clan, do you fear that our clan would trouble you?" Duan Tianren said proudly.

"As for what we need you to do, since you'll definitely enter the Cold Moon Realm, revealing some details is not out of the question. Brother Duan, I'll explain it to young friend Han first." The Crystal Clan woman interjected. "If the fairy believes it's alright, then tell him some details. I have no objections." Duan Tianren replied noncommittally.

"Actually, this matter is quite simple! We merely need Fellow Daoist Han and two other individuals with magnetic-null physiques to jointly open a hidden restriction in the Cold Moon Realm and retrieve a few items from within. These items concern the success or failure of my and Brother Duan's future heavenly tribulations. If we succeed, neither of us will face the danger of demise for tens of thousands of years." The woman slowly stated with a grave expression. "Great Heavenly Tribulation!" Han Li was startled upon hearing this, reminded of Qing Yuanzi, who had been hiding in the Underworld River territory.

That cultivator, whose cultivation reached astonishing heights, had to conceal himself in another dimension to delay the danger of the great heavenly tribulation, unable to return to the main realm.

Once cultivators reach their level, they no longer face the danger of lifespan limits, but each great heavenly tribulation becomes an inescapable nightmare, forcing them to tirelessly seek methods to avoid or delay it.

It seems that without cultivating to a true immortal body, one cannot truly live freely between heaven and earth.

Han Li sighed softly, feeling a touch of melancholy.

The Crystal Clan woman continued:

"I discovered that restriction in the Cold Moon Realm when I advanced to the Saint Clan. Although I couldn't open it at the time, I luckily learned some information about the restriction from other sources. The items inside are like chicken bones to your upper clans – of little use – but to our Saint Clan, they are life-saving treasures for transcending tribulations."

"Since it's a restriction in the Cold Moon Realm, isn't it left by immortals? Many from various clans who previously entered the Cold Moon Realm have perished in various restrictions. Do you have a definite assurance, senior?" Han Li asked cautiously.

"Compared to other Saint Clan members, my cultivation might be a bit weaker, but in terms of mastery of formations and restrictions, I can easily rank among the top five in the entire Heavenly Cloud. Moreover, I examined it carefully at the time; that restriction has existed for countless eons, and its power has long since diminished by more than half. Otherwise, I wouldn't have set my sights on it. Do you not believe my words, fellow Daoist?" The woman looked at Han Li, speaking with profound meaning. "I would never dare to think such a thing." Han Li's expression changed. "Even if you did, it would only be natural. Are you really afraid that I would be displeased? Although I am a woman, my heart is not so narrow. Rest assured, I spent over a thousand years devising a method to break it using three individuals with magnetic-null physiques. I have at least seventy to eighty percent certainty. As for the other two individuals with magnetic-null bodies, they have been staying in Cloud City. One is a rogue cultivator with an innate physique, now serving as an honored guest of our Crystal Clan. The other's magnetic-null body was altered by Brother Duan through acquired power. Now, with the addition of Brother Han, the three of you working together will surely break that restriction," the Crystal Clan woman said confidently. "Since Senior Duan can forcibly create an acquired magnetic-null physique, why not cultivate another one? Why wait until now?" Han Li frowned, then suddenly asked.

"Fellow Daoist Han is unaware. Magnetic-null stones are also extremely rare, and they cannot be easily absorbed into the body. At that time, after Brother Duan collected enough materials, he simultaneously enhanced the magnetic-null bodies of six clan members. Only one succeeded. When he tried to cultivate others, he couldn't find any more magnetic-null stones. Ultimately, we just want to ask you to enter the Cold Moon Realm to assist the other two in breaking a restriction. We are not asking you to take any real extreme risks," the woman explained, then her expression grew serious. "I'm afraid I have no room to refuse." Han Li pondered for a moment, then let out a bitter laugh. "Heh heh, what do you think?" Duan Tianren at this point finished the last sip of wine from his flask, squinted at Han Li, and said with a cold voice.

"If everything is truly as simple as seniors claim, I would naturally be willing to help. However, the Cold Moon Realm itself is fraught with danger, and that restriction might have been left by immortals, making the variables far too great. Can seniors truly guarantee my safety?" Han Li took a deep breath and countered.

"Fellow Daoist Han is jesting; there's no such thing as a hundred percent certainty in this world. Even if I said so, would you truly believe it?" The woman, hearing this, displayed a half-smile. "Since seniors cannot guarantee the safety of this trip, and to make me willingly take the risk, I hope both of you can agree to two conditions." Han Li pondered for a moment, then slowly spoke. "Conditions! Even if you didn't mention them, after the matter is done, both I and Brother Duan would certainly reward you handsomely." Hearing Han Li's words, the woman's heart relaxed, and she chuckled softly. To her, as long as Han Li was willing to propose conditions, everything would naturally be fine.

"My conditions are quite simple. First, regarding my need to use the teleportation array after exiting the Cold Moon Realm, both seniors are aware of it. However, the spiritual stones required for teleportation are immense; I alone probably cannot bear the cost." Han Li's expression was calm as he uttered each word.

"Using a super teleportation array consumes an astronomical amount of high-grade spiritual stones, indeed. How about this: I will cover half of the spiritual stones required for your teleportation. Are you satisfied, fellow Daoist?" The woman promised without hesitation. It seemed this astonishing amount of spiritual stones held no significance for her.

Han Li was momentarily stunned by how readily she agreed. But then, a slight smile played on his lips as he continued, "I thank you for your generosity, senior. My second condition is that after breaking the restriction, besides the items you both specifically request, any other treasures I find myself, I will keep."

"No problem. We only need those specific items. Any other treasures you discover that are not on our list will entirely belong to you." The woman's face showed no unusual expression, and she agreed immediately, as if this condition had been anticipated. She didn't even consult Duan Tianren. And Duan Tianren, hearing this, merely glanced at the woman, showing not the slightest objection.

"I am not a greedy person. Since both of you have granted these two conditions, I have no other objections. I am willing to enter the Cold Moon Realm and lend my assistance to both seniors." Han Li stood up, bowing with clasped hands to the woman and Duan Tianren.

"Very good! With Fellow Daoist Han's assistance, I believe this matter can succeed. Specific details will be conveyed to you thoroughly when Brother Duan and I visit again closer to the Cold Moon Realm's opening. Also, I hope that what I just told you will not be leaked." The woman smiled, while also admonishing him. "Rest assured, senior, I understand the gravity of the matter. If there's nothing else, I will take my leave." Han Li bowed, replying with a respectful expression.

"Yes, fellow Daoist, you may leave. Also, during this period, if you encounter any difficulties, feel free to invoke my name or Brother Duan's; it should help you resolve some troubles. Oh, Fellow Daoist Han doesn't know my full name, does he? I am Cai Liu! You may also directly address me as Lady Fei Xie." The woman became beaming with smiles.

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