Chapter 3083: 青雷真君

Wang Qingfeng waved his hand, and the red jade bottle flew to him, disappearing into his sleeve.

Dong Xueli put away the body of the azure giant owl, intending to use it for artifact crafting.

They had been in the Azure Glazed Sea for over seven hundred years, visiting numerous island groups. During this time, they had befriended many Void-refining cultivators and acquired a wealth of valuable items through exchange.

They had obtained four boxes of Celestial Sound Sand, over a hundred jin of Styx Water, two pieces of Silver Adamantite Crystal, two pieces of Azure Adamantite Divine Jade, and the hide of a sixth-tier Thunder Ray.

In addition, they had acquired the necessary materials for their Dharma Idols, significantly refining many of them.

Apart from attending gatherings, they also participated in auctions and hunted demon beasts at sea. However, Dong Xueli's cultivation bottleneck showed no signs of loosening.

Some Void-refining cultivators remained stuck at their bottlenecks for tens of thousands of years. Given that they had been in the Azure Glazed Sea for less than a millennium, it was normal for Dong Xueli's bottleneck to show no signs of budging.

Since the bottleneck could not be resolved in the short term, Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli traveled extensively, simultaneously collecting cultivation resources and experiencing the local customs and scenery of different sea regions.

The cultivation resources in the Azure Glazed Sea were indeed much richer than those on the Profound Spirit Continent, which explained why seven races were vying for dominance there.

In addition to their travels, they also exchanged cultivation insights with other Void-refining cultivators, even engaging in sparring matches to learn from their techniques.

The sea surface churned violently, stirring up colossal waves, as if something massive was about to emerge from the seabed.

Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli's expressions hardened, their faces etched with vigilance.

A gigantic red whale surfaced, its body adorned with golden spiritual markings. This was a seventh-tier demon beast. The whale's body was charred black, and its aura was weak, indicating it had suffered severe injuries.

Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli were greatly alarmed. The red saber and white flying sword in their hands slashed at the void almost simultaneously.

The clash of sabers mixed with the clang of swords as vast waves of red saber energy and white sword energy swept forth, striking the red whale one after another, yet seeming to have no more effect than a tickle.

The sea churned violently, and a towering wave hundreds of zhang high surged up, crashing towards them.

Wang Qingfeng quickly conjured a red shield, placing it before him.

With a muffled thud, the red shield flew back, sending both Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli tumbling backward.

The two crashed heavily onto a desolate island, each spitting out a large mouthful of blood, their faces slightly pale.

A deafening roar echoed from high above as a massive thundercloud appeared, accompanied by lightning and thunder. Tens of thousands of thick silver lightning bolts simultaneously struck down.

Struck by tens of thousands of silver lightning bolts, the red whale's massive body trembled violently.

A cluster of azure lightning glowed, revealing a nine-foot-tall young man in azure robes. He held a gleaming azure long spear, its tip covered with azure electric arcs, emitting an astonishing spiritual pressure.

The azure-robed youth's clothes bore a shark emblem, the symbol of Golden Shark Island.

Golden Shark Island was a cultivation sect with a lineage spanning over fifty thousand years. It boasted no fewer than four Integration stage cultivators and a multitude of other experts, signifying its profound heritage.

The azure-robed youth wielded his azure long spear and charged directly towards the red whale.

A series of massive explosions echoed as azure lightning and crimson flames intertwined, sending out tidal waves of energy.

"True Monarch Azure Thunder!"

Wang Qingfeng recognized the azure-robed youth.

The azure-robed youth was True Monarch Azure Thunder, Golden Shark Island's newly promoted Integration cultivator. Though referred to as "newly promoted," True Monarch Azure Thunder had been in the Integration stage for over three thousand years.

After a mournful roar from the beast, True Monarch Azure Thunder's azure long spear pierced through the red whale's head, and countless azure electric arcs surged out, engulfing its body.

Shortly after, the lightning dispersed, and the red whale floated lifelessly on the sea surface, its blood staining a large expanse of the water crimson.

"Greetings, Senior Zhang."

Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli dared not be negligent and immediately bowed.

True Monarch Azure Thunder glanced at Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli without much concern. He collected the red whale's body, and with a surge of lightning glow around him, he transformed into a cluster of azure lightning and vanished.

Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli breathed a sigh of relief. They hadn't expected to encounter an Integration cultivator while hunting demon beasts at sea, and were relieved that True Monarch Azure Thunder bore them no ill will.

"Let's go! Let's head back!"

Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli left the place.

Wushen Island, the ancestral land of the Wu Clan.

In the southeastern corner of the island, a towering peak reached into the clouds, on top of which sat a vast estate complete with small bridges, flowing water, and unusual rock formations.

In a hexagonal azure stone pavilion, a purple-robed old woman with a rosy complexion sat on a stone stool, her brow furrowed. A short, stout man in golden robes was reporting to her.

"Elder Shang, the information is absolutely correct. It was sent back by our clan members infiltrating the human race. As for whether that seventh-tier Golden Thunder Tortoise has a Lightning Absorbing Pearl, that's hard to say."

The golden-robed man said respectfully.

"I understand. When the restrictions of the Myriad Spirit Ruins enter their weakened phase, I will personally lead a team inside. As long as the Golden Thunder Tortoise is killed, all of you will be heavily rewarded."

The purple-robed old woman promised.

Shang Li, Mid-Integration stage, Wu Clan Elder.

"Yes, Elder Shang."

The golden-robed man agreed.

"By the way, have you still not found Long Qingfeng? Was he killed?"

Shang Li pressed.

The Wu Clan intended to support Long Qingfeng, enabling him to contend with Long Xiao and thereby carve up the territory of the Nine Dragon Palace. Finding Long Qingfeng was merely to use him as a puppet.

The golden-robed man shook his head and replied, "No, he has been missing for many years. The Nine Dragon Palace has also stopped searching for him; perhaps he has already perished."

"What a pity. Alright, you may withdraw. Report any important news immediately."

Shang Li waved her hand, dismissing the golden-robed man.

Golden Crow Island, the streets were bustling with people.

Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli strolled leisurely along the bustling streets.

They had been injured by the seventh-tier demon beast. While their injuries were not severe, they needed some time to recuperate.

After about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, they arrived at a secluded small courtyard with azure tiles. Inside, there was a two-story azure pavilion and an azure bamboo pavilion.

Cui Yao was seated in the azure bamboo pavilion, with an exquisite tea set on the stone table before her.

"Greetings, Patriarch Qingfeng, Patriarch Xueli."

Cui Yao quickly stood up to show respect; although she was also a Void-refining cultivator, Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli's seniority was much higher than hers.

"Is there any news about the disciples and grand-disciples of Lord Myriad Treasures?"

Wang Qingfeng asked.

Earlier, while hunting tree demons on Myriad Venom Island, they had killed a Void-refining cultivator of the Azure Carp Clan. Through soul-searching, they learned that the Azure Carp Clan's Protective Elder was searching for the disciples and grand-disciples of Lord Myriad Treasures.

"There were five people, but upon careful investigation, we found them to be fakes."

Cui Yao shook her head, explaining that Lord Myriad Treasures had long passed away. Some cultivators used the pretense of being his grand-disciples to conveniently sell treasures, but his true descendants would never openly flaunt their master's name everywhere.

"Pay close attention to any information regarding this matter. We will be staying on Golden Crow Island for a while, so notify us immediately if there's any important intelligence."

Wang Qingfeng instructed.

"Yes, Patriarch Qingfeng."

Cui Yao agreed.

After giving a few instructions, Wang Qingfeng and Dong Xueli left. They settled in a small red-tiled courtyard next door, entered a secret chamber, sat cross-legged, consumed an Azure Marrow Pill, and circulated their spiritual energy to refine its medicinal properties for healing.