Chapter 1786: Qingli Divine Crystal and Dragon Transformation Fruit

"I'm confident I can advance to the Deity Transformation stage, provided I acquire one more spiritual item." Ouyang Yuerong's tone was full of self-assurance. Since embarking on her path of cultivation, everything had gone smoothly for her, with no major setbacks. She was utterly confident in her ability to reach the Deity Transformation stage.

Just then, a gentle knock sounded at the door, followed by a respectful male voice: "Ancestor, the Wang family patriarch has arrived. He says True Monarch Taihao invites you to go over."

Ouyang Shengtao and Ouyang Yuerong exchanged glances, both looking delighted, and quickly went out.

Wang Mengfen stood at the doorway, hands clasped behind his back, looking calm and composed.

After Wang Changsheng and Wang Ruyan advanced to the Deity Transformation stage, Wang Mengfen's status significantly rose. Core Formation cultivators from other factions now treated him with courtesy.

As Ouyang Shengtao and Ouyang Yuerong emerged, Wang Mengfen stepped forward and said with a smile, "Fellow Daoist Ouyang, the Old Ancestor has just emerged from seclusion and specifically requested to see you first. After all, our two families are in-laws. Representatives from other factions don't receive this special treatment."

"Fellow Daoist Wang speaks true; our families are indeed in-laws. Please lead the way, Fellow Daoist Wang, we mustn't keep Senior Wang waiting." Ouyang Shengtao said courteously.

"Very well, follow me." With that, Wang Mengfen transformed into a streak of light and sped away. Ouyang Shengtao and Ouyang Yuerong quickly followed.

After flying only a dozen miles, a deafening thunderclap echoed from high above. A massive thundercloud suddenly appeared over a large valley, and a faint but distinct dragon roar could be heard.

Ouyang Shengtao and Ouyang Yuerong were startled, exchanging bewildered glances.

"One of our spirit beasts is transforming into a flood dragon; there's nothing much to see." Wang Mengfen's tone was casual, yet a hint of pride showed on his face.

It was widely known that Wang Changjie had successfully navigated the thirty-sixth level of the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda with nine third-tier flood dragons. Since then, the Wang family had intensified their efforts in cultivating flood dragons. They currently possessed five third-tier flood dragons, all nurtured with spiritual elixirs and miraculous medicines, though their flood dragon bloodline was rather thin.

Ouyang Shengtao and Ouyang Yuerong were secretly astonished. They said nothing and followed Wang Mengfen to Azure Lotus Peak.

In a secluded courtyard with blue-tiled roofs, they successfully met Wang Changsheng.

"Junior pays respects to Senior Wang." Ouyang Shengtao and Ouyang Yuerong quickly bowed, their expressions respectful.

"Our two families are in-laws; there's no need to be so formal. It's been many years, and Fellow Daoist Ouyang has advanced to the late Core Formation stage! Impressive!" Wang Changsheng's gaze fell upon Ouyang Yuerong, a flicker of surprise in his eyes.

He recalled that the last time he saw Ouyang Yuerong, she was merely at the Foundation Establishment stage. Centuries had passed, and she was now in the late Core Formation stage, truly worthy of being a spirit body wielder.

"Senior Wang flatters me. This junior still has much to learn from you," Ouyang Yuerong humbly replied.

"There are no outsiders here, so feel free to speak your minds," Wang Changsheng said pleasantly. Ouyang Yuerong's aptitude was good, and if circumstances allowed, he wouldn't mind lending a hand to forge a good connection.

Ouyang Shengtao, with a flick of his wrist, produced two exquisite golden jade boxes. He opened them, revealing a crystal-clear azure ore and a golden fruit. The golden fruit had some blood-red markings on its surface, which, upon closer inspection, resembled a miniature flood dragon.

"This is an Azure Glazed Divine Crystal and a Dragon Transformation Fruit. The Azure Glazed Divine Crystal, when refined into a magical treasure, can enhance its power; it can even be the primary material for crafting a spirit treasure. The Dragon Transformation Fruit tree blossoms after a thousand years, bears fruit after another thousand, and its fruit ripens only after three thousand more years. It can strengthen the bloodline of a flood dragon and increase its chances of advancement. These two items are a small token of our sincerity, to congratulate Senior Wang and Senior Wang on entering the Deity Transformation stage." Ouyang Shengtao said slowly, his tone sincere.

A hint of surprise flashed in Wang Changsheng's eyes. Azure Glazed Divine Crystal was a very rare refining material, typically found only in large Azure Glazed ore veins. With this crystal, combined with other rare materials, Wang Qingshan's primary magical treasure could potentially be upgraded to a spirit treasure.

The third-tier flood dragons cultivated by the Wang family were all nurtured using secret techniques, a form of forced growth, making their advancement extremely difficult. Without consuming Ao Qing's core and a large quantity of spiritual elixirs and miraculous medicines, the Icewind Flood Dragon would also have struggled to advance to the fourth tier.

The Dragon Transformation Fruit could strengthen a flood dragon's bloodline and increase its chances of advancement. If they had a Dragon Transformation Fruit tree, the Wang family could hope to cultivate more fourth-tier flood dragons in the future. Of course, the Dragon Transformation Fruit tree's growth cycle was far too long for Wang Changsheng to witness.

"What trouble have you encountered? Feel free to speak your mind," Wang Changsheng asked, his tone gentle.

Ouyang Shengtao pondered for a moment, then cautiously said, "We've heard that the artifact spirit of the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda is collecting rare materials. Our Ouyang family is willing to assist, hoping to exchange our help for a single spiritual item to aid in advancing to the Deity Transformation stage."

It was no secret that the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda's artifact spirit was collecting rare materials; the Wang family had also informed the Ouyang aristocratic family about this. Ouyang Shengtao believed that since the artifact spirit could communicate with Wang Changsheng, a private transaction shouldn't be an issue. If that failed, then a portion of the spiritual items obtained by the Wang family disciples from their trials in the Immortal Suppressing Pagoda, which aided in advancing to the Deity Transformation stage, would suffice for the Ouyang family.

"That depends on what you can provide. My word alone isn't enough; the artifact spirit must agree. These are the materials the artifact spirit wishes to collect. Once you've gathered them, hand them to me, and I'll see what I can do. If I manage to obtain a spiritual item for advancing to the Deity Transformation stage, I can indeed give you a share." As Wang Changsheng spoke, he produced a green jade slip and handed it to Ouyang Shengtao.

The artifact spirit regaining its freedom also benefited Wang Changsheng, so he didn't mind offering a small favor. The premise was that the artifact spirit must be willing to provide a spiritual item for advancing to the Deity Transformation stage. If the artifact spirit refused, the Wang family would certainly not hand over any spiritual items that aid in Deity Transformation to Ouyang Shengtao, as the Wang family itself possessed only a few.

"Alright, no problem." Ouyang Shengtao readily agreed. As long as Wang Changsheng had agreed, things would be much simpler.

His divine sense penetrated the jade slip, and his brows furrowed deeply.

He had never even heard of many of the items listed. Fortunately, there were illustrations and textual descriptions, so with more time, he should be able to gather some of the materials.

"When the Azure Lotus Dharma Assembly convenes, we will personally give sermons. It wasn't easy for you to travel all this way to Azure Lotus Island, so please stay for a while longer," Wang Changsheng instructed. He then looked at Ouyang Yuerong and said, "Fellow Daoist Ouyang, I can offer you some guidance regarding advancing to the Deity Transformation stage."

The Ouyang family's ancestors had indeed produced Deity Transformation cultivators, naturally leaving behind their insights on advancing to that stage. However, these insights were static, unlike the living guidance of Wang Changsheng, a true Deity Transformation cultivator.

Ouyang Yuerong repeatedly expressed her gratitude, overjoyed. Although their cultivation techniques differed, there were certainly areas for her to draw inspiration from, and cultivation insights were exceptionally valuable.

Without hesitation, she posed several difficult questions she had encountered in her cultivation, and Wang Changsheng answered each one. Having previously exchanged insights with numerous Deity Transformation cultivators, guiding Ouyang Yuerong was no challenge for him.

An hour later, Ouyang Yuerong and Ouyang Shengtao departed Azure Lotus Peak with smiles on their faces. After escorting them back to their accommodation, Wang Mengfen hurried to the residence of the Baili aristocratic family's representative.

Shortly after, he appeared outside a secluded valley and sent a voice transmission talisman.

Soon, Baili Yunying emerged. She had come to attend the Azure Lotus Dharma Assembly as the representative of the Baili aristocratic family.

"Fairy Baili, the Old Ancestor has requested your presence," Wang Mengfen said with a smile.

"Excellent! Let's go quickly then!" Baili Yunying's face lit up with joy, and she followed Wang Mengfen to Azure Lotus Peak.