Chapter 3648: Haitang Presents Treasure (None Today)

Ye Haitang's blurred features sharpened, revealing her true appearance.

Wang Changsheng sent a communication talisman to Wang Ruyan. Not long after, Wang Ruyan emerged from her secret chamber. She had successfully opened her second orifice and cultivated her Spirit Domain to the minor accomplishment stage. Had Wang Changsheng not sent her the talisman, she would have continued her meditation on the Spirit Domain.

"Madam," Wang Changsheng said excitedly, "Haitang is back, and she's entered the Dachen period!"

The Wang family cultivators now numbered over a million, and many clansmen had never even seen Wang Changsheng in person. Few family members held such a significant place in Wang Changsheng's heart, but Ye Haitang ranked among the top ten. He had watched Ye Haitang grow up, and she had contributed significantly to the Wang family.

"Haitang, tell us about your experiences all these years," Wang Ruyan said kindly. "We were worried something had happened to you, but thankfully, you're safe and sound."

Ye Haitang nodded and began recounting her experiences from recent years. She had entered the Dao field of the Demonic Venerable Tianqi with a demonic cultivator of the Integration stage to search for treasures. Demonic Venerable Tianqi was a Dachen period cultivator, a powerful figure from the same era as the Holy Ancestor Xuanfu. Ye Haitang had acquired many resources, including a cross-spiritual treasure ship and a world-breaking artifact. After advancing to the Dachen period, she cultivated in seclusion for over a thousand years, then immediately piloted the cross-spiritual treasure ship to the Xuanyang Realm, finally arriving after a difficult journey.

"Haitang, you've suffered a lot all these years," Wang Changsheng sighed.

"I haven't suffered much; it's Uncle and Aunt who have suffered," Ye Haitang said, full of self-reproach. "I wasn't able to stay by your side and help, otherwise you might have had an easier time."

"It's not your fault," Wang Ruyan comforted her. "Who could have known you'd end up in the Heiluojie? If not for you using true demonic energy to infuse your bodies and become demonic cultivators, you would have perished long ago."

"Indeed!" Wang Changsheng strongly agreed. "It's good that you're safe." Wang Changsheng concurred deeply. Wang Mengbin, Wang Qingshan, Ye Haitang, and Wang Yingjie had all ascended from the lower realms, but their experiences varied greatly. Wang Qingshan's journey was relatively smooth, Wang Yingjie's encounters were the most perilous, and Ye Haitang's path was the most winding.

"Oh, and Uncle," Ye Haitang remembered something, "these are some artifact refining materials I obtained from the Demonic Venerable Tianqi's Dao field. You should find them useful." She took out a golden jade box and a green jade box.

Wang Changsheng opened both boxes. Inside the golden jade box was a pale cyan crystal with irregularly distributed golden speckles on its surface. The green jade box contained an egg-sized golden jade stone, its surface shimmering with a faint glow.

"Azure Mist Crystal! Golden Luminous Jade!" Wang Changsheng exclaimed, somewhat surprised. The Wang family had acquired many Heavenly Void Jade Scrolls, which introduced numerous immortal realm materials. Azure Mist Crystal was a primary material for refining communication immortal artifacts, and Golden Luminous Jade was used for offensive immortal artifacts. Both materials were being collected by the Cao family, though these two alone might not be enough to exchange for the Nine-Turn True Spirit Pill.

"Uncle, are these two materials very valuable?" Ye Haitang asked curiously.

Wang Changsheng told her the truth; Ye Haitang was family, so there was no need to hide anything.

"Demonic Venerable Tianqi eliminated several Spirit Cultivators in the late Dachen period," Ye Haitang said with a smile. "He probably obtained these from them. As long as Uncle can use them, that's good." The more valuable these items were, the happier Ye Haitang became.

"Haitang," Wang Changsheng said, taking out a green storage bracelet and handing it to Ye Haitang, "these are two Myriad Spirit Dao Fruits, along with the cultivation method for the Spirit Domain and the secret art of opening orifices. Please take them!" He had already consulted with other Dachen period cultivators; the secret art of opening orifices was applicable to any living being, provided the necessary materials could be found.

"Uncle, this is too precious," Ye Haitang said. "One Myriad Spirit Dao Fruit is enough for me."

"We have many Myriad Spirit Dao Fruits, so just take them!" Wang Changsheng stated solemnly. "I hope you can completely master the Spirit Domain. As for opening orifices, you'll need to find the materials yourself. Remember, the secret art of opening orifices is our family's absolute secret; it must not be shown to outsiders." He gave her the cultivation method for the first three layers of the "Profound Infant Orifice Opening Grand Art," which was only accessible to core members of the Wang family.

Ye Haitang nodded, agreeing. If Wang Changsheng placed such importance on it, this secret art of opening orifices was certainly extraordinary.

"Uncle, I can't stay in the Xuanyang Realm for long," Ye Haitang said, a difficult expression on her face. "As you know, Spirit Cultivators are very hostile towards demonic cultivators." She also wanted to stay with Wang Changsheng, but demonic cultivators and Spirit Cultivators were irreconcilable, and if news of her presence spread, it would not benefit the Wang family. Furthermore, she couldn't cultivate in the Xuanyang Realm. Ye Haitang's cultivation required absorbing true demonic energy and rejected spiritual energy. The Myriad Spirit Dao Fruits, however, were for her to possess the Myriad Spirit Dao Body and could be consumed.

"I understand," Wang Changsheng replied. "However, since you've come all this way, stay for a while longer." Wang Changsheng expressed his understanding. He had inquired with Cao Yuzhen and learned that in the Immortal Realm, there were no such restrictions; demonic cultivators and Spirit Cultivators could both wield immortal artifacts and possessed immortal essence within their bodies. Since Ye Haitang had used true demonic energy to infuse her body and become a demonic cultivator, it would be difficult for her to regain her identity as a Spirit Cultivator. However, if she were fortunate enough to ascend to the Immortal Realm, then there would be no restrictions.

Ye Haitang breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "I was thinking the same thing. How are Cousin Qingshan and the others?"

"Qingshan is in seclusion, meditating on the Spirit Domain," Wang Changsheng replied. "By the way, has Holy Ancestor Xuanfu appeared in the Demon Realm?"

"No, he hasn't appeared for many years," Ye Haitang answered truthfully. "However, the secret talismans he refined are still highly sought after, and he passed down several powerful secret arts. The Demonic Lord Tiansha and several other Holy Ancestors only managed to join the Demon Realm's Ten Great Holy Ancestors by mastering these secret arts." Ye Haitang remembered something and continued, "Oh, Uncle, I heard you defeated the Demonic Lord Tiansha. You should be careful; the Demonic Lord Tiansha has good relationships with several other Holy Ancestors. They might come looking for trouble. They are not easy to deal with; they could wipe out entire clans or sects over a single disagreement." On her way here, Ye Haitang had heard about Wang Changsheng's feat of defeating Demonic Lord Tiansha. This news had spread widely, greatly increasing Wang Changsheng's reputation. However, it also meant Wang Changsheng had indirectly antagonized Demonic Lord Tiansha.

"Don't worry," Wang Ruyan said confidently. "If they truly dare to come looking for trouble, we'll make sure they never return." Wang Ruyan was full of confidence. Both she and Wang Changsheng had opened two orifices, and once she cultivated her Spirit Domain to the Grand Completion stage, she wouldn't fear even Dachen period cultivators who had opened three orifices.

"That's good," Ye Haitang said solemnly. "I'll keep an eye on their movements. Speaking of which, the Twin Demonic Sages have a decent relationship with Demonic Lord Tiansha, so I might have a chance to uncover some confidential information." Ye Haitang was still employed by the Heavenly Demon Palace. Its two masters were known as the Twin Demonic Sages, and both were subordinates of Holy Ancestor Xuanfu. The Twin Demonic Sages, Demonic Lord Tiansha, and Lady Tianfu were all subordinates of Holy Ancestor Xuanfu. With Holy Ancestor Xuanfu not appearing for many years, the Xuanfu Palace existed in name only. These individuals had established their own factions, formed alliances, and stood united against common enemies.

"Your safety is paramount," Wang Changsheng cautioned. "We do not fear them." Wang Changsheng reiterated this, as the Demon Realm and Xuanyang Realm were separated by multiple planes, making communication difficult. If Ye Haitang exposed herself, Wang Changsheng would be unable to help, even if he wanted to.