Chapter 2008: Xuanfeng Cave Heaven and the News of Qingluan Fruit

"That's true, Fellow Jiao. I have something I'd like to discuss with you. Let's find a more private place to talk in detail." Feng Yao said courteously.

Wang Changsheng nodded in agreement and followed Feng Yao out.

Jiang Yulin let out a long sigh of relief. Her anxious heart finally settled, and her back was soaked with cold sweat.

Jiang Qingfeng also breathed a sigh of relief. He had been genuinely worried about what the other party might do to Jiang Yulin.

A magnificent azure palace stood, its floor paved with azure jade. Eight massive stone pillars supported the grand hall. In the center, an azure staircase ascended, and at the top of the stairs sat an azure jade throne, carved in the shape of two embracing eagles.

Feng Yao took his seat on the azure jade throne, and Wang Changsheng sat beside him.

"Fellow Jiao, I've had my people inquire, but we haven't found the person you're looking for. Does that Golden Tortoise True Monarch truly live here?" Feng Yao asked curiously. He had lived here for many years and never heard of the Golden Tortoise True Monarch, and his inquiries yielded no results.

"None? That can't be right! Fellow Tortoise told me he resides in this sea area. Could he have moved?" Wang Changsheng frowned, knowing the truth.

Feng Yao nodded, saying, "It's likely. My people have scoured a radius of a hundred million miles but haven't found any trace of this Golden Tortoise True Monarch. Perhaps he has moved. After all, your last meeting was three hundred years ago. In such a long time, there might have been unforeseen changes."

Wang Changsheng sighed, a look of regret on his face.

"Fellow Wang, if I may ask presumptuously, what is your purpose in seeking the Golden Tortoise True Monarch? Perhaps I can be of assistance." Feng Yao asked, seemingly casually.

"Nothing much. Golden Tortoise True Monarch didn't elaborate; he just told us to find him here. I didn't expect him to be gone." Wang Changsheng shook his head and replied. He knew that talking too much could lead to mistakes. He had already fabricated one lie; to conceal a second lie, he would need to concoct yet another one to cover it. Saying too much would easily expose him.

"By the way, Fellow Feng, you just mentioned you had something to discuss with me in detail. What was it, if I may ask?" Wang Changsheng quickly changed the subject.

"It's nothing significant. I just wanted to let you know that my people haven't been able to locate the Golden Tortoise True Monarch. If you don't mind, you're welcome to stay on Profound Eagle Island. I will continue to send people to inquire about the Golden Tortoise True Monarch's whereabouts." Feng Yao's tone was warm and welcoming.

Wang Changsheng could naturally tell that Feng Yao wasn't speaking the whole truth. Putting himself in Feng Yao's shoes, if two powerful cultivators in the Soul Transformation stage were to show up at his own cave dwelling, he would also be nervous.

"We have imposed on you for some time, Fellow Feng. Once my wife concludes her secluded cultivation, we will depart." Wang Changsheng politely replied. There was no real need for him to remain in the Profound Wind Sea, and he intended to return to human territory. However, the journey was long, requiring them to take a detour, and he didn't know how long it would take to reach human territory.

Feng Yao was slightly taken aback, hesitating for a moment. He then said, "Fellow Jiao, if you have no urgent matters, why not stay a while longer? I have many things I'd like to consult you about."

"We have pressing matters to attend to; otherwise, we could certainly stay longer. If we have the opportunity another day, we will surely visit the Profound Wind Sea again." Wang Changsheng courteously declined. They had no important business in the Profound Wind Sea. If the first three layers of the "Supreme Void Forging Spirit Art" were successfully cultivated, there would be no need to linger here. With the Merman Cloud Pendant, Feng Yao couldn't discern their true identities, but they knew that prolonged exposure increased the risk of being discovered. They didn't intend to stay long; it would be troublesome if their identities were revealed.

Feng Yao's brow furrowed, a thoughtful expression on his face. He pondered for a long moment, then said, "Fellow Jiao, you are of the Sea Race; have you ever heard of the Profound Tortoise True Monarch?"

"Of course, I have," Wang Changsheng replied, a reminiscent expression on his face, his gaze somewhat surprised and uncertain. "That senior possessed immense divine abilities, able to hold his own against multiple opponents. However, he hasn't appeared for many years. I heard he perished under a great heavenly tribulation."

"Then, Fellow Jiao, do you know why the Profound Tortoise True Monarch possessed such great divine abilities?" Feng Yao asked, a hint of mystery in his tone.

Wang Changsheng shook his head and replied, "I don't know. I'd be glad to hear more."

"The Profound Tortoise True Monarch entered the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven and acquired the legacy of Senior Profound Wind. That is why his divine abilities greatly increased." As Feng Yao finished speaking, a look of yearning appeared on his face.

"Profound Wind Grotto-heaven? Could it be that the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven is located right here in the Profound Wind Sea?" Wang Changsheng asked curiously, feeling that Feng Yao had an ulterior motive.

"Exactly," Feng Yao said. "The Profound Wind Grotto-heaven is a perilous place within the Profound Wind Sea. Even cultivators in the Void Refinement stage risk perishing if they venture inside. The Profound Wind Grotto-heaven is where Senior Profound Wind passed away. You might not be familiar with Senior Profound Wind, but you've certainly heard of the Profound Spirit Celestial Venerable."

"Is Senior Profound Wind related to the Profound Spirit Celestial Venerable?" Wang Changsheng was utterly bewildered. The Profound Spirit Celestial Venerable was a legendary figure on the Profound Spirit Continent, but he had never heard of Senior Profound Wind. Perhaps it was due to his own limited knowledge.

Feng Yao nodded and explained, "The Profound Spirit Celestial Venerable once owned an eighth-tier spiritual bird, the Azure-winged Golden-clawed Eagle. When the Profound Spirit Celestial Venerable's cultivation sanctuary appeared, the Azure-winged Golden-clawed Eagle also emerged, but then its traces were lost. Senior Profound Wind was a descendant of that Azure-winged Golden-clawed Eagle and the pride of our Profound Eagle clan. However, this connection is unknown to outsiders."

"Senior Profound Wind cultivated to the mid-Integration stage in his time. The Profound Wind Grotto-heaven is an independent space he opened using great divine abilities. It is said he had hoped to advance to the Grand Ascension stage, but unfortunately, his wish was unfulfilled, and he died under a great heavenly tribulation. The Profound Wind Grotto-heaven has since become a treasure trove. However, it contains numerous restrictions, and even Void Refinement cultivators risk perishing within. Every thousand years, the restrictions within the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven enter a period of weakness. That time is the best opportunity to acquire treasures."

Wang Changsheng's gaze shifted, and he asked doubtfully, "Fellow Feng, since the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven contains so many treasures, why haven't Integration-stage seniors entered to gather riches? Why leave such a treasure trove untouched?"

"They have, of course. When the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven was discovered back then, the Profound Tortoise True Monarch also entered. Several Integration cultivators fought fiercely over the treasures, causing the entrance to nearly collapse. Only cultivators below the Void Refinement stage can enter now. In a little over a hundred years, the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven will open again. I've arranged with two friends to enter the Grotto-heaven to search for treasures. However, our strength is too limited. So, I'd like to invite you two, Fellow Daoists, to join us in seeking treasures within the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven. What do you say?"

If his strength weren't so limited, he wouldn't be inviting others to join him in the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven. There's no such thing as a free lunch. Wang Changsheng didn't believe Feng Yao was being so kind-hearted. He suspected Feng Yao wanted them to help break powerful restrictions or grand formations.

Wang Changsheng's face showed a thoughtful expression. He remained silent.

"Fellow Feng," Wang Changsheng pressed, "You're inviting my wife and me to the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven. What do you need our help with?"

Feng Yao nodded and said, "Precisely. I discovered an Azure Luan Fruit tree. However, it's guarded by a sixth-tier demonic bird. If we use a formation to trap this demon, we can gather the Azure Luan Fruits, and everyone will get a share. Besides that, the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven contains many other rare natural treasures. My ancestor entered the Profound Wind Grotto-heaven before, and with me leading the way, it will be easier to obtain wondrous fruits and rare treasures."

"Azure Luan Fruit?" Wang Changsheng was filled with surprise. "That's one of the top ten spiritual fruits in the Profound Sun Realm! It's said that consuming an Azure Luan Fruit grants some control over wind power. For wind-attribute spiritual birds, the Azure Luan Fruit is highly beneficial for their advancement." The Profound Sun Realm is vast and rich in resources, with ten types of spiritual fruits being the most precious, and the Azure Luan Fruit is one of them.

"Indeed. Besides the Azure Luan Fruit, there's also ten-thousand-year-old Blood Kylin Wood. That's a primary material for refining tribulation-substitute pearls." Feng Yao's tone was full of temptation. If he weren't short on manpower, he wouldn't have extended the invitation.