Chapter 2347: Extreme Element Crystal and Reconstituted Element Spirit Sculpting

In these buildings, many high-ranking Flying Spirit Race individuals of various appearances moved in and out constantly, presenting a bustling scene.

However, when the sky suddenly darkened and Yue Long appeared, riding the fierce winds, all the Flying Spirit Race members in the basin were greatly startled. Regardless of what they were doing, they immediately knelt down and prostrated themselves.

"Fellow Daoist Han, this is one of my seven great cave-mansions, and it's built quite uniquely. Fellow Daoist, let us descend together." Yue Long emerged from the fierce winds, pointed towards the giant tower below, and spoke to Han Li, who was closely following him.

Han Li also appeared from his light-escape, nodded, and slowly descended towards the giant tower below.

Yue Long, with a blurred figure, directly swept into the top entrance of the giant tower, accompanied by a wisp of black wind.

After a short while, Han Li found himself in an exceptionally lavishly decorated hall, seated on a crimson-gold chair.

Across from him, Yue Long sat on another chair of the same color, holding a jade-green wine cup in his hand, and said with extraordinary enthusiasm:

"Brother Han, this Amber Essence Wine is brewed from seventy-seven forty-nine types of spirit herbs. Drinking it not only has the miraculous effect of restoring magic power but also a refreshing and invigorating effect. It's truly a rare spirit wine."

"It is indeed a rare vintage. Fellow Daoist is quite fortunate to possess it." Han Li took a sip from his cup, his brow relaxing, and complimented him.

"If Brother Han likes it, why not have a few more cups?" Yue Long, hearing this, grinned from ear to ear.

"Then I won't be polite." Han Li smiled faintly. After draining the spirit wine in his cup, he made a summoning gesture with his other hand, drawing the wine pot from the table in front of him and pouring himself another cup.

"Haha, it's good that Brother Han enjoys this wine. Besides this, I also have a treasure here that is rarely seen outside. Perhaps Fellow Daoist would like to examine it." Yue Long said with a smile, then gently clapped his hands.

With a 'snap', footsteps immediately sounded from outside the door, and three Flying Spirit Race women, dressed as maidservants, entered with lowered heads, standing in a line before Han Li.

Han Li's gaze flickered. He didn't linger on the maidservants' beautiful, flower-like faces. Instead, he looked at the pale silver trays they held.

On each of these trays lay a palm-sized crystal brick. They were of different colors, but their surfaces were exceptionally smooth: one deep yellow, one light blue, and another fiery crimson.

"These are..." Han Li's spiritual sense swept over them, and a look of surprise appeared on his face.

These three crystal bricks each emitted distinct auras of earth, fire, and water attributes. Moreover, they were incredibly pure, seemingly much purer than even top-grade spirit stones.

"Brother Han, what do you think of these Extreme Origin Crystals? They are all materials personally refined by me. Whether for crafting magic tools or substituting for spirit stones, they are incredibly profound." Yue Long had been observing Han Li's expression and, seeing his surprised look, chuckled softly.

"Extreme Origin Crystals! They're not naturally formed; you refined them yourself?" Han Li's expression truly changed.

"Exactly. These materials were fortunately refined by me using a secret art. It involved not only the waste of countless rare raw materials but also innumerable failures. Yet, being able to obtain these three items, I still find it immensely worthwhile." Yue Long said with a hint of self-satisfaction.

"Secret art?" Han Li's eyes narrowed slightly.

"Haha, Brother Han, please examine these items carefully first, and then I'll explain in detail later. There's no rush." Yue Long said with a touch of mystery.

"Very well, then I won't stand on ceremony." Han Li nodded and casually reached out with one hand.

The light blue crystal brick trembled on the silver tray, then immediately shot into the air and landed steadily in his hand.

Han Li slightly lowered his head, and with a 'whoosh', a crystalline thread shot out from between his eyebrows, flashing into the crystal brick and disappearing. At the same time, his eyes slowly closed.

Yue Long watched this scene with a smile, showing no intention of stopping him.

After a good while, Han Li's brow twitched, his eyes reopened, and the crystalline thread between his eyebrows flashed before dissipating from the crystal brick.

"What pure Heaven and Earth energy! The spiritual energy contained within must be four or five times that of a top-grade spirit stone of the same volume, and its purity is far beyond that of ordinary spirit stones. However, its internal structure is somewhat peculiar. It actually contains innate spirit patterns. If used to craft magic tools, it should form some special divine ability. I wonder about its durability?" Han Li said with a hint of solemnity.

"Brother Han truly possesses keen insight, having discerned most of the unique properties of these Extreme Origin Crystals. As for their durability, Fellow Daoist is welcome to test it yourself." Yue Long's eyes lit up, and he said with a clap and a smile.

"Since Fellow Daoist has said so, I shall give it a try." A flicker of unusual color crossed Han Li's face. The next moment, he opened his mouth, and a blue thread shot out with a whistling sound, quickly circling the crystal brick in his hand before flashing back.

The light blue crystal brick glowed brightly, and a shallow sword mark appeared on its surface.

Then, circles of light blue halos flickered into existence, and the sword mark rapidly faded and vanished at a visible rate.

"Rejuvenation and Spirit Molding! This material actually possesses the miraculous effect of spirit molding!" Han Li exclaimed involuntarily.

"Brother Han discerned the spirit molding property at a glance, truly befitting a person of such great renown. Indeed, not just this one, but the other two Extreme Origin Crystals also possess this miraculous effect. Treasures crafted from this material, unless their very essence is completely annihilated, can repair themselves to their original state given enough time. Some Natal Treasures also have self-repairing properties, but those require constant nourishment from their master's true essence, and the time required is far incomparable to treasures crafted from Rejuvenation and Spirit Molding materials. Therefore, there's no need to elaborate on their immense value, is there?" A trace of surprise flashed across Yue Long's face, but he spoke slowly.

"Materials with Rejuvenation and Spirit Molding are extremely rare, not just in the Spirit Realm, but even in other realms. Furthermore, this object could withstand a blow from my sword light without being severed, indicating its extraordinary durability. Fellow Daoist, you suddenly brought out these Extreme Origin Crystals; surely you didn't just want me to comment on them, did you?" Han Li toyed with the crystal brick in his hand for a moment before thoughtfully addressing the man across from him.

"Fellow Daoist is truly straightforward, so I won't beat around the bush either. I invited Brother Han here precisely because I have something to ask of you. And after the matter is concluded, I will present these three Extreme Origin Crystals as your reward. What do you think?" Yue Long was startled at first, but then, after a blink, he said without changing his expression.

"Even one Extreme Origin Crystal is of considerable value. Since Fellow Daoist is willing to offer three, the matter you seek help with must not be simple. Please explain, and then I will decide." Han Li frowned, observed the crystal brick in his hand for a moment, then replied calmly.

"This matter might be somewhat difficult for an ordinary Grand Ascension cultivator, but for a powerful existence like Brother Han, it's insignificant. I painstakingly refined these Extreme Origin Crystals because I intend to use this material to craft a Five-Element supreme treasure to withstand the next great heavenly tribulation. However, despite millennia of strenuous effort, I've only been able to refine Extreme Origin Crystals with water, fire, and earth attributes. To obtain the materials with the other two attributes, I require assistance. Brother Han should be the most suitable person." After a slight hesitation, Yue Long explained frankly.

"Fellow Daoist wants me to help refine Extreme Origin Crystals?" Han Li was greatly surprised to hear this.

"Exactly. To be frank, Brother Han, the refinement of these Extreme Origin Crystals requires the aid of Heaven and Earth powers of different attributes. The first three attributes' Extreme Origin Crystals were manageable; although I failed many times, I did succeed a few times. However, when refining the remaining two attributes—metal and wood—the Heaven and Earth powers summoned were simply too astonishing, beyond my ability to control. That's why I had no choice but to seek out Brother Han." Yue Long cupped his fist towards Han Li, speaking with exceptional sincerity.

"If it's truly just helping to control the Heaven and Earth powers, then I can indeed offer assistance. However, I have two points of confusion, and I hope Fellow Daoist can enlighten me." Han Li pondered for a moment before asking cautiously.

"Brother Han, please feel free to ask. I will answer everything I know." Yue Long was overjoyed and said without hesitation.

"This is your first time meeting me, isn't it? If you need help, why didn't you invite other close acquaintances to do this? Secondly, if I help you control the summoned Heaven and Earth powers, won't there be some unforeseen great danger? After all, Heaven and Earth powers are unpredictable and their might is unfathomable. Furthermore, how can Fellow Daoist be so certain that I can help you refine Extreme Origin Crystals of other attributes? Aren't you afraid I might be incapable?" Han Li looked at Yue Long, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes.

"So, Brother Han was just a little uneasy about me. Haha, that's perfectly normal. If it were me facing such a situation, I would be even more cautious. But rest assured, Fellow Daoist, I can answer all of your questions." Yue Long chuckled after hearing Han Li's questions.

"Oh, then I'm all ears." Han Li said, his expression unchanged.

"For the first question, it's because you haven't personally witnessed the metal and wood Heaven and Earth powers that I summon, which is why you think this way. These latter two types of Heaven and Earth powers are far more difficult to summon than the first three, and thus their potency is several times greater than the first three. An ordinary Grand Ascension cultivator simply cannot withstand them. I attempted it twice and then dared not try a third time. Although I have a few friends, their cultivation and divine abilities are only on par with mine, so naturally, they are also incapable of handling the might of these two Heaven and Earth powers. Moreover, the control of these Heaven and Earth powers cannot be compensated for by sheer numbers; it must be managed by a single person for it to operate smoothly and for these Extreme Origin Crystals to be refined." Yue Long's expression became serious as he began to explain earnestly.

"As for the second question, if I were to say there's absolutely no danger, that would indeed be too disingenuous. However, with sufficient preparation, the danger of controlling Heaven and Earth powers can certainly be reduced to a minimum. At least the previous two times I attempted to control these metal and wood Heaven and Earth powers, it was merely startling, without true peril."

"As for the last question..." Yue Long paused slightly here.