Chapter 1752: News of the Heavenly Grade Secret Realm

The Wang family currently has over fifty Core Formation cultivators. The stronger ones are Wang Jiyun, Chen Xudong, Wang Rongxiang, Wang Rongting, Wang Rongfei, Wang Changjie, Wang Youwei, and Ouyang Mingyue. Among them, Wang Jiyun has the highest cultivation and has endured the most trials.

They would have no problem clearing the thirtieth floor. However, attempting to clear the thirty-sixth floor would be almost impossible.

In terms of heritage and strength, major sects like the Ten Thousand Swords Sect far surpass the Wang family. Even their disciples have failed to clear the thirty-sixth floor of the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda.

"Not exactly," Liu Ruyi said with a sigh. "If the materials offered are extremely rare, there's a chance to obtain a Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure. However, as far as I know, this method is exceedingly difficult. The Immortal Suppressing Pagoda might have fallen from the Spirit Realm. Our Ten Thousand Swords Sect has tried this approach, but without success." The artifact spirit of the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda has incredibly high standards and looks down on ordinary materials.

"Fallen from somewhere? No way!"

Wang Changsheng looked highly skeptical.

"It's just our speculation; we have no concrete evidence," Liu Ruyi continued, sounding a little frustrated. "However, all signs indicate it might be true. The Immortal Suppressing Pagoda has produced as many as two Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasures of the same type. We sent disciples to challenge the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda, offering ten-thousand-year-old Profound Jade and the spiritual bone of a fifth-rank demonic beast to its artifact spirit. They only managed to clear the thirty-fifth floor and received two spirit treasures." Had she not wished to strengthen the relationship between Wang Changsheng and the Ten Thousand Swords Sect, she would not have revealed these details.

"Even ten-thousand-year-old Profound Jade couldn't be exchanged for a Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure?" Wang Changsheng frowned. It seemed he would need to present even more precious materials.

If the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda truly fell from the Spirit Realm, the materials that its artifact spirit values must be extraordinary. Even top-tier artifact-refining materials from the East-Lihua Realm might be considered mediocre in the eyes of the Pagoda's artifact spirit.

He thought of the Water of the Underworld Moon. He wondered if this material would catch the artifact spirit's attention.

"Don't waste your efforts," Liu Ruyi warned. "You must know Fellow Daoist Lu from the Divine Weapons Palace! When he was young, he challenged the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda. I heard he offered four spirit treasures and cleared the thirty-fifth floor, but only received a set of spirit treasures. I estimate that even if you offer ten spirit treasures to the Pagoda's artifact spirit, you'll still be unable to clear the thirty-sixth floor, making it nearly impossible to obtain a Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure."

Wang Changsheng's brows furrowed tightly. He pressed on, "Can't we communicate directly with the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda's artifact spirit? If she wants something, why can't we just give it to her?"

"We've tried, but without success," Liu Ruyi replied. "The Baili family might have some experience in this regard. However, I advise you not to waste your time. It's already good enough to obtain a few spirit treasures. Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasures are rare in the East-Lihua Realm. Fellow Daoist Lu possesses several Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasures, while other fellow Daoists usually have at most one, mostly relying on ordinary spirit treasures." Liu Ruyi's voice held a hint of envy as she finished speaking. Then, recalling something, she continued:

"Alright, it's still unknown when the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda will open. It might even be in the Dead Spirit Sea Region or the Buried Immortal Sea Region. You don't need to worry about it. Focus on your cultivation for now! Just as 'people fear fame, and pigs fear getting fat,' the Heavenly Azure Sect cultivators might have already set their sights on your Wang family and could use you to establish their dominance. Be extra vigilant. I've already spoken with Fellow Daoist Sun and the others. If you are attacked by Soul Transformation cultivators, immediately send a long-distance sound transmission talisman, and we will arrive as quickly as possible. If the enemy is too strong, retreat first."

Wang Changsheng nodded and agreed. He had long been on guard against the Heavenly Azure Sect cultivators.

After chatting for the time it takes to steep a cup of tea, Liu Ruyi bid farewell and departed. She also needed to rush back to East-Lihua Island to monitor the movements in the Buried Immortal Sea Region. Once the spiritual suppression dissipated, they would immediately enter the Buried Immortal Sea Region.

After seeing off Liu Ruyi, Wang Changsheng went to Lu Dao's residence. He continued to discuss artifact refining techniques with Lu Dao.

Lu Dao truly lived up to his reputation as the foremost artifact refiner in the South Sea. His extensive experience in artifact refining taught Wang Changsheng a great deal.

The two conversed enthusiastically for five days and five nights.

"Fellow Daoist Lu, I heard you challenged the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda. Could you perhaps offer me some guidance?" Wang Changsheng said politely.

"Fellow Daoist Wang, are you planning to offer the Water of the Underworld Moon to the artifact spirit in hopes of acquiring a Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure?" Lu Dao said meaningfully. He also had this intention; otherwise, he wouldn't have sought so much Water of the Underworld Moon.

Wang Changsheng nodded and said, "Precisely. Clearing the thirty-sixth floor is too difficult, but the thirty-fifth floor should be manageable."

"This old man once asked the artifact spirit if offering sufficiently rare materials would grant a Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure upon clearing the thirty-fifth floor," Lu Dao spoke slowly, his tone heavy. "The artifact spirit replied that it was possible. However, the artifact spirit's standards are extremely high; she didn't show much preference for even top-tier artifact-refining materials like ten-thousand-year-old Profound Jade."

He had prepared several rare materials and intended to try again. Even if he didn't acquire a Heaven-Reaching Spirit Treasure, obtaining some artifact-refining materials would still be good.

Wang Changsheng nodded thoughtfully. Regardless, he would have to try. But before that, he needed to acquire more rare materials.

"Alright, Fellow Daoist Wang, this old man has pressing matters to attend to, so I won't linger. If you have time another day, you're welcome to visit our Divine Weapons Palace as a guest."

Lu Dao bid farewell to Wang Changsheng. He was eager to return to the Divine Weapons Palace and attempt to refine artifacts using the Water of the Underworld Moon. If he could refine it into a magic treasure, it would undoubtedly be a devastating weapon.

"Absolutely. I'll see you out, Fellow Daoist Lu."

After seeing off Lu Dao, Wang Changsheng returned to Green Lotus Peak.

He intended to continue refining spirit treasures to gradually improve his artifact refining skills. Refining a set of spirit treasures was not easy. The more spirit treasures in a set, the greater its power, but also the higher the refining difficulty. Elevating all eighteen Sea Calming Beads to spirit treasures would be extremely challenging.

Just then, Wang Ruyan approached, her expression serious. "Husband, Murong Yuyao from the Murong Royal Family is here. She wishes to see you, saying she has something extremely urgent to discuss."

Wang Changsheng had met Murong Yuyao once before, but they had no significant interactions. Had it not been for Wang Tianwen's close association with Murong Yuyao, Wang Changsheng wouldn't even know of her.

"Extremely urgent? Let her in!"

Wang Changsheng's tone was calm. Ever since the news of his advancement to the Soul Transformation stage spread, many cultivators had come to visit. If the Murong Royal Family hadn't held significant influence in the Central Plains cultivation world, Wang Changsheng wouldn't have bothered with Murong Yuyao. Recently, dozens of Nascent Soul cultivators had come to visit, all seeking an audience with Wang Changsheng.

Before long, Murong Yuyao appeared before Wang Changsheng.

"This junior, Murong Yuyao, greets Senior Wang and congratulates Senior Wang on advancing to the Soul Transformation stage."

Murong Yuyao bowed deeply and spoke respectfully.

Feeling the powerful aura emanating from Wang Changsheng, she was ecstatic.

"My wife mentioned you have something extremely urgent to discuss?" Wang Changsheng said. "There are no outsiders here; speak freely."

Wang Changsheng had a guess. He estimated Murong Yuyao was there to offer a treasure, presenting some rare artifact-refining material in hopes that Wang Changsheng would support the Murong Royal Family.

Murong Yuyao took a deep breath and said, "This junior knows of a Heaven-grade secret realm. Is Senior Wang interested?"