“Fellow Daoist is indeed exceptionally astute! What we are plotting does indeed concern something within the Cold Moon Realm. Fellow Daoist Li, rest assured. Although you are not from the Thirteen Clans of Tianyun, both of us hold considerable status within our clans. Sending you into the Cold Moon Realm won’t be a problem. Such a tremendous benefit for you could also serve as compensation for your assistance. What do you think?” A flicker of surprise crossed the beautiful crystalline woman’s face as she smiled, not denying it.
Han Li’s expression turned peculiar. After a long pause, he exhaled deeply. “My cultivation hasn’t reached a bottleneck, so entering the Cold Moon Realm wouldn’t bring me much benefit. Moreover, I can enter the Cold Moon Realm on my own without needing your help.”
“You can enter the Cold Moon Realm too? That seems unlikely! Although you’ve concealed your true appearance with an illusion, it’s certain you’re not from our Thirteen Clans. How could an outsider qualify to enter the Cold Moon Realm through Tianyun?” Duan Tianren raised his head, his face showing genuine astonishment for the first time.
“Brother Duan, don’t jump to conclusions. Speaking of outsiders, there was indeed one recently who gained entry to the Cold Moon Realm. In that case, I should address you as ‘Fellow Daoist Han,’ shouldn’t I?” The crystalline woman seemed momentarily surprised but soon chuckled.
Hearing their words, Han Li sighed inwardly. His disguise technique had indeed failed to deceive them. Fortunately, it seemed they couldn’t see his true appearance. Otherwise, his decision to reveal it voluntarily would have lost much of its impact.
“Han? Now that you mention it, I recall hearing something like this from our clan. There was an outsider who activated a Cold Moon Token about a year ago and even planned to use the super formation under our joint supervision.” After a brief thought, Duan Tianren remembered.
“Exactly. It seems Fellow Daoist Li here is that very person.” The crystalline woman smiled faintly as Han Li remained silent.
“Heh, so he was already set to enter the Cold Moon Realm. That works out perfectly, saving us the trouble.” Duan Tianren’s anger turned to delight.
“But this junior still knows nothing about what you two are plotting. Moreover, I’ve already accepted another task from your clan. Once inside the Cold Moon Realm, I may not have the capacity to spare.” Han Li glanced at Duan Tianren and spoke hesitantly.
“Oh, you’re referring to the task of collecting refining materials, aren’t you? Don’t worry, that won’t take much time and won’t delay you. If it comes down to it, you can prioritize my matter. Even if you fail to gather those materials, with me speaking up for you in the clan, do you really think they’d give you trouble?” Duan Tianren declared arrogantly.
“As for what we need you to do, since you’re definitely entering the Cold Moon Realm, revealing some details wouldn’t hurt. Brother Duan, let me explain a bit to Fellow Daoist Han first.” The crystalline woman interjected.
“If you think it’s appropriate, go ahead. I have no objections.” Duan Tianren replied indifferently.
“Actually, the matter is quite simple. We need Fellow Daoist Han and two others with Magnetic Yuan Bodies to work together to break a hidden restriction in the Cold Moon Realm and retrieve a few items. These items are crucial to whether Brother Duan and I can survive our upcoming heavenly tribulations. If successful, we’ll be free from the threat of death for tens of thousands of years.” The woman spoke gravely.
“Heavenly Tribulation!” Han Li was startled, recalling Qing Yuanzi, who had hidden in the Netherworld to delay his own tribulation. Despite his immense power, Qing Yuanzi had been forced to seclude himself in another dimension to avoid the main world’s tribulations. For beings at their level, lifespan was no longer a concern, but the recurring heavenly tribulations became inescapable nightmares, driving them to desperate measures.
It seemed that without achieving the True Immortal Body, true freedom in this world was impossible. Han Li sighed inwardly.
The crystalline woman continued, “I discovered that restriction when I advanced to the Saint Race within the Cold Moon Realm. Though I couldn’t break it at the time, I later learned some details about its contents. The items inside may be useless to upper races like yours, but for Saint Race cultivators like us, they’re lifesavers during tribulations.”
“If it’s a restriction within the Cold Moon Realm, doesn’t that mean it was left by immortals? Many who entered the realm in the past perished in such restrictions. Are you absolutely certain, Senior?” Han Li asked cautiously.
“My cultivation may be weaker compared to other Saint Race members, but my mastery of formations and restrictions ranks among the top five in Tianyun. Moreover, I examined it carefully—that restriction has existed for countless millennia, its power long diminished. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have considered targeting it. Do you doubt my words?” The woman gazed at Han Li meaningfully.
“This junior wouldn’t dare think that.” Han Li’s expression shifted.
“Even if you did, it’s only natural. Do you really think I’d take offense? Though I’m a woman, I’m not so petty. Rest assured, I spent over a thousand years devising a method to break it using three Magnetic Yuan Bodies, with at least a seventy to eighty percent success rate. The other two individuals with such bodies are already in Cloud City—one is a rogue cultivator with an innate Magnetic Yuan Body, now serving as our guest elder, while the other was artificially altered by Brother Duan. With you joining them, the three of you will surely break the restriction.” The woman spoke confidently.
“If Senior Duan can forcibly create a Magnetic Yuan Body, why not cultivate another? Why wait until now?” Han Li frowned and suddenly asked.
“You may not know this, Fellow Daoist Han, but Magnetic Yuan Stones are exceedingly rare and not easily absorbed. Back then, after Brother Duan gathered enough materials, he attempted to enhance six clan members, but only one succeeded. By the time we wanted to try again, we couldn’t find more Magnetic Yuan Stones. In short, we’re merely asking you to assist the other two in breaking a restriction within the Cold Moon Realm, not to take any extraordinary risks.” The woman explained, her expression turning serious.
“It seems this junior has no room to refuse.” Han Li smiled wryly after a moment of contemplation.
“Heh, what do you think?” Duan Tianren drained the last of his wine and glanced sideways at Han Li, his voice turning cold.
“If everything is as straightforward as you say, this junior is willing to help. But the Cold Moon Realm itself is perilous, and the restriction may be of immortal origin, introducing too many variables. Can you truly guarantee my safety?” Han Li took a deep breath and countered.
“Fellow Daoist Han jests. What in this world is absolutely certain? Even if I claimed it was, would you believe me?” The woman responded with a cryptic smile.
“Since you can’t guarantee the absence of danger, if you wish for me to take this risk willingly, I hope you’ll agree to two conditions.” Han Li spoke slowly after a pause.
“Conditions? Even if you hadn’t mentioned them, Sister Cai and I would have rewarded you handsomely after success.” The woman chuckled, relieved. To her, Han Li’s willingness to negotiate meant the matter was settled.
“My conditions are simple. First, after leaving the Cold Moon Realm, you’re aware I’ll need to use the teleportation formation. But the spiritual stones required are immense, and I alone may not afford them.” Han Li stated calmly.
“The cost of activating the super teleportation formation is indeed astronomical. Very well, I’ll cover half of the spiritual stones you need. Does that satisfy you?” The woman agreed without hesitation, as if the staggering sum meant nothing to her.
Han Li was momentarily taken aback by her swift agreement but soon smiled faintly. “This junior thanks you for your generosity. My second condition is that after breaking the restriction, aside from the items you two specifically need, any other treasures I discover will belong to me.”
“No problem. We only need those few items. Anything else you find is yours to keep.” The woman agreed readily, as if she’d anticipated this condition, without even consulting Duan Tianren. Duan Tianren, for his part, showed no objection.
“This junior is not greedy. Since you’ve agreed to these two conditions, I have no further objections. I’m willing to assist you in the Cold Moon Realm.” Han Li stood and clasped his hands respectfully.
“Excellent! With Fellow Daoist Han’s help, success is within reach. We’ll provide detailed instructions shortly before the Cold Moon Realm opens. And remember, everything discussed today must remain confidential.” The woman smiled but emphasized the need for secrecy.
“Rest assured, Senior. This junior understands the gravity of the matter. If there’s nothing else, I’ll take my leave.” Han Li bowed respectfully.
“Very well. You may go. Also, should you encounter any trouble during this time, feel free to invoke my name or Brother Duan’s. It should help resolve some issues. Ah, Fellow Daoist Han, you may not know my full name. I am Cai Liuying, but you may also call me Lady Feidie.” The woman smiled warmly.
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