Lord of Bones

Chapter 808: Gale Island Master
As the giggles died down, Li Yuan's breath slowly subsided.

The nine-colored elemental patterns on his back also receded like the tide and disappeared back into his body.

The pressure in the room dissipated and everything returned to calm.

Ding Zhi, kneeling on the ground, felt the pressure relieved, as if he had returned to the world from hell.

He slowly stood up, stepped aside tremblingly, wiped the cold sweat from his forehead with his sleeve, and secretly felt lucky to have saved his life.

"rumble--"

A deep and powerful mechanical sound was heard, and the wall seemed to be slowly pushed open by an invisible giant hand.

A graceful figure in a long green dress walked elegantly into Li Yuan's sight.

The woman had a graceful figure, her green skirt swaying gently in the windless air.

Just like the most flexible green bamboo in the mountain stream, it displays an indomitable spirit and agility, revealing an extraordinary temperament.

Her face was like a newly blossoming peach, delicate and beautiful, with charm and wisdom flowing between her eyebrows, and a deep and meaningful smile at the corner of her mouth.

She gently raised her slender hand, which was as warm and delicate as jade, and her fingertips seemed to contain the power of heaven and earth.

Suddenly, at the auction site, the ice crystal jade box containing the Earth Mysterious Spirit Saliva slowly floated towards Li Yuan as if being pulled by an invisible silk thread.

"Baoyuanlou is a trustworthy company that never cheats anyone." The woman's voice was clear and pleasant. "This is something my friend won at an auction. It now officially belongs to you."

Li Yuan stared at the floating ice crystal jade box with sharp eyes. He mobilized his soul power and examined it carefully.

After confirming that it was correct, he flicked his fingers and a storage bag flew accurately towards the woman.

"Please check three hundred three-lined pattern essence pills." Li Yuan's voice was calm and steady. "You are acting this way, aren't you afraid that the Yuan Masters from Cuizhu Island will come to you?"

"Well, I won't bother you with that, my friend." The woman chuckled, her laughter was enchanting, and then she introduced herself, "I am the owner of Gale Island, Feng Qianqin.

"I have been close friends with the owner of Cuizhu Island for many years. She will not harbor any grudges against me over such a small matter."

Feng Qianqin took the storage bag, scanned it with her soul power, and showed a satisfied look in her eyes. Then she asked, "I haven't asked for your name yet, friend?"

"Li Yuan."

He answered concisely and powerfully.

"You want the Wanzhuo Plate?" Feng Qianqin put away the storage bag and asked with a smile, "If it's a fantasy plate, I can give you one.

“But if it’s a mysterious disk, then it’s going to be difficult.

“I have lived for more than a thousand years, and only three have passed through my hands.

“One of them is a relic passed down by the previous owner of Gale Island.

“The other two were auctioned at Baoyuanlou a thousand years ago and a hundred years ago.

"Treasures like this are hard to come by."

Li Yuan frowned and asked, "Is there no other way?"

After a long silence, Feng Qianqin said, "In this room, there is an exquisite hidden element formation.

“Even for someone at the peak of the Half-Step Life Spirit Realm, it’s hard to get a glimpse of it.

“But Brother Li was able to keenly sense my presence. His insight is truly rare.

"I think his attainments in formation patterns are quite high."

Li Yuan was slightly startled when he heard this. He thought the other party would respond to the question about the Xuan Pan, but he didn't expect the topic to suddenly turn here.

"Master Fengdao, you are too polite. I have only dabbled in battle formations, just like a child learning to write for the first time. I can't say I have any accomplishments." Li Yuan responded modestly.

Feng Qianqin smiled sweetly and said, "Brother Li is too modest.

"I see that your aura is as steady as a mountain, and your cultivation should have reached the late stage of Huawen Realm.

"You have such a high level of cultivation at such a young age, and you are also proficient in the art of formations. It is like a dragon swimming in shallow water, and it will eventually soar into the sky."

The other party was unable to accurately see Li Yuan's cultivation level, but the latter could tell at a glance that the other party had reached the peak of the late Huawen realm.

As for the real strength, Li Yuan was confident that he could easily defeat the opponent.

"Since Master Feng knows my cultivation, then regarding the matter of the Xuan Pan..."

Li Yuan deliberately dragged out his tone to guide the topic back on track.

Seeing this, Feng Qianqin showed a cunning look in her eyes and waved her hand lightly, and Ding Qiang, the owner of Baoyuan Tower, quietly left the room.

The door closed gently, and Feng Qianqin's voice became low and seductive:
“Brother Li, you should know how precious the Wanzhuo Xuan Pan is in the Wandao Turbid Sea.

“It is not only a tool to facilitate operations in the surrounding waters, but also a symbol of strength.

“If it were in the past, such a treasure might have been out of reach for Brother Li.

"But now, a golden opportunity is before you."

Having said that, Feng Qianqin deliberately paused, as if waiting for Li Yuan's reaction, like a hunter waiting for prey to appear.

Li Yuanze remained calm and composed, like a deep and quiet stream, patiently waiting for the other party's next move.

After a moment, Feng Qianqin continued helplessly: "Brother Li has a profound cultivation base and extraordinary attainments in formation patterns. All aspects of his conditions are perfect.

“There is something going on right now that urgently requires the cooperation of a strong man like Brother Li.

"If it's done, there's a chance you can get the Xuan Disk."

"What opportunity? Tell me about it?" Li Yuan asked calmly, without any emotion in his voice.

Feng Qianqin gently opened her cherry-red lips, and her voice seemed to have traveled through thousands of years, carrying a touch of ancient and distant charm:

"Eight thousand years ago, Chu Zhentian, the master of Thunder Island, failed in his attempt to reach the Life Spirit Realm and died.

“The cave where he last retreated has become a mystery in the minds of countless Yuanists, and no Yuanist has ever seen its true appearance.

Li Yuan asked in cooperation, "When Pavilion Master Feng mentioned this to me, did he mean that Chu Zhentian's cave residence was related to the Mysterious Wanzhuo Disk?"

Feng Qianqin smiled with the profundity and mystery of a wise man, as well as the gentleness and tenderness of a woman, “Everything in the world has its fate.

“Twenty years ago, I explored the path of cultivation with several other island masters.

“In a hidden mountain range in Thunder Reef, we accidentally discovered an area that was heavily covered by elemental pattern restrictions.

“The restrictions are like a maze, intricate and complicated.

“Combining the life story of the owner of Thunder Island with the unique features of that mountain range.

“We infer that this should be the place where Chu Zhentian died, and among his possessions during his lifetime was the Wanzhuo Xuan Pan.

“Because after his death, the Wanzhuo Xuanpan of Thunder Island also disappeared.

“Although the Yuanwen restriction has loosened slightly due to the erosion of time, it is still as solid as a rock and difficult to shake.

“According to our observations, this restriction is integrated with the power of heaven and earth. In five years, there will be a chance to break it.

“However, our attainments in the art of formations are not enough to break this situation.

“Therefore, we have been looking for a formation master to conspire with us on this matter.

"Brother Li, you are the one I have in mind."

Li Yuan's heart was slightly moved when he heard this, but he remained calm and composed on the surface, saying: "The Yuanwen restriction is very serious.

"You can take me to have a look first, but I can't guarantee whether I can crack it."

Feng Qianqin shook her head slightly, a sly look flashed across her eyes, then disappeared in an instant:
“I’m sorry I can’t reveal the exact location of the cave.

“I still need to verify the strength of Brother Li’s formation pattern.

"You need to pass a small test." After saying that, Feng Qianqin gently raised her jade-like and soft fingers.

A piece of green brocade handkerchief embroidered with intricate patterns danced on his fingertips, like a light cloud, floating slowly.

On the brocade handkerchief, there is an exquisite Yuan formation engraved.

"Brother Li, please take a closer look at this handkerchief." Feng Qianqin handed the green brocade handkerchief to Li Yuan.

After taking the handkerchief, Li Yuan glanced at Feng Qianqin and asked, "What do you mean?"

Feng Qianqin smiled and said, "If you can decipher the number of islands hidden in it, it will be enough to prove that you have the ability to break the restrictions of Chu Zhentian's cave."

Li Yuan frowned slightly, his deep eyes revealing a mixture of helplessness and curiosity.

He touched the green brocade handkerchief with his fingertips, and a delicate and pure soul power quietly flowed in.

Like a clear stream in the mountains, it meanders through the texture of the brocade, exploring the mystery of the array patterns contained therein.

As the soul power deepened, the array patterns on the brocade handkerchief seemed to be activated, flashing with a faint light.

Just like a series of detailed maps, it guided Li Yuan to travel to one unknown island after another.

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Those islands are either hidden in the clouds or suspended above the deep sea.

Time seemed to freeze at this moment, leaving only the silent conversation between Li Yuan and Jinpa.

His soul power shuttled between the Yuan patterns like a hunter searching for prey in a dense forest, not missing a single detail.

Finally, when the last elemental pattern was analyzed, Li Yuan took a deep breath and saw the full picture of the islands.

He slowly withdrew his soul power, turned his gaze to Feng Qianqin, and said confidently: "Seventy-five islands, not a single one is left out."

When Feng Qianqin heard this, an expression of surprise and admiration appeared on her face, and her beautiful eyes became even brighter.

The corners of her mouth curled up into a touching smile, with a hint of excitement that was difficult to conceal, and said:
"Brother Li's attainments in formation patterns are beyond the ordinary.

"I've never seen anyone solve the mystery of the handkerchief so quickly."

Li Yuan smiled slightly, but he was confused, and said in a deep voice:

“If that’s all, you are fully capable of inviting other powerful island owners to join us.

"In the northwest sea area, array masters are not uncommon."

Feng Qianqin's expression froze for a moment, then she regained her composure, and said with a bit of frankness and helplessness:
“To be honest, inviting Brother Li to participate in this matter was a sudden idea I came up with after meeting you just now.

“I never thought you could uncover the secret of the handkerchief so quickly.

“Although the island masters of the main islands have profound attainments in formation patterns, if they join us, I’m afraid we will only be reduced to supporting roles.”

Li Yuan nodded, feeling relieved.

He gently handed the handkerchief back to Feng Qianqin and asked, "When do we set off?"

Feng Qianqin said softly: "Five years later, the elemental pattern restriction in that mountain range will loosen due to the power of heaven and earth.

“That’s when it’s best for us to act.

“Before that, we need to be fully prepared.”

As she spoke, Feng Qianqin took out a jade slip from her ring, on which a faint light was flowing.

She handed it to Li Yuan and said, "I still need to discuss with the owners of other islands about inviting Brother Li to join.

“After all, I didn’t discover this cave alone, and I can’t make the decision alone.

"If they agree, I will tell you the exact location of the cave through this jade slip in five years."

Li Yuan took the jade slip and felt the warm touch from it. An inexplicable expectation surged in his heart, and he responded: "I'll wait for your news."

The two chatted for a few more words, and then Li Yuan bowed and said goodbye.

After seeing Li Yuan off, Feng Qianqin's figure flashed lightly, like a ghostly night breeze, and instantly merged into the surrounding void.

When she reappeared, she was already in a dark and mysterious stone chamber.

On each of the four walls of the stone chamber hangs an ancient scroll, flickering with a faint light.

The jade hands formed seals, and the energy was like a thread, lingering up and wrapping around the scrolls.

Then, she sat quietly in the center of the stone chamber, closing her eyes and concentrating, like a statue.

After a moment, Feng Qianqin slowly opened her eyes and waved her sleeves. The four scrolls were pulled by an invisible force and slowly unfolded.

Then, four blurry figures, accompanied by a low humming sound, gradually appeared in the scroll.

"Everyone, what do you think of Li Yuan?

“Is it worth our cooperation?”

Feng Qianqin's voice echoed in the stone chamber, with a barely perceptible hint of anticipation in its coldness.

“The attainments in formation patterns he displayed were indeed extraordinary.

"It is rare for such a young person in the late Huawen realm to be so proficient in formation patterns."

One of the figures in the painting exclaimed with a hint of respect in his voice.

However, another figure sneered and said, "There are so many geniuses in the world, how can you make a conclusion based on just one encounter?
"We need to observe further."

Feng Qianqin heard this and said helplessly: "Five years is not long, but also not short.

“But we do need someone who is proficient in formation patterns at the moment, and Li Yuan is undoubtedly the best candidate.

“However, what you said makes sense.

"We might as well list him as a backup while we continue to look for a more suitable candidate."

While Feng Qianqin was discussing with the island owners in the scroll, Li Yuan had already left Jifeng City.

After flying only three hundred miles outside the city, he was stopped by a group of aggressive Yuanists.

It was the force from Julang Island that had previously competed with it for the Dixuan Lingsaliva.

There was a fierce look in their eyes, as if they wanted to eat Li Yuan alive.

Li Yuan's eyes were as calm as water, a kind of indifference after going through countless storms.

He stared at the Yuanists in front of him who were ready to move, and said in a low voice: "Are you ready to face your own end?"

Li Yuan's sudden question startled the several Yuanists who were blocking the way, and they fell silent for a moment.

The middle-aged woman in the lead had an inviolable heroic spirit between her brows. Her eyes wandered over Li Yuan and she spoke slowly: "You shouldn't have competed for the Dixuan Ling Saliva in Baoyuan Tower."

After saying that, she winked at her companions behind her and said in a deep voice, "Go ahead, but don't make too much noise."

As soon as the words fell, several strands of Yuanli rushed towards Li Yuan like wild horses that had broken free from their reins, cutting through the sky and heading towards him with a whistling sound.

These strands of Yuan force swirled strangely in the air and turned into huge waves. They contained the power to destroy mountains and topple hills, and they wanted to swallow Li Yuan in them.

Faced with the overwhelming attack, Li Yuan just curled his lips slightly, with a hint of teasing in his eyes.

As soon as he had a thought, several Earthly Blades wrapped in nine-colored lightning flames appeared out of thin air and surrounded his body at such a fast speed that only brilliant light and shadows were left behind.

Wherever the lightning flames passed, the illusory waves instantly evaporated and turned into nothingness.

"Chichi-"

With a slight sound, the Earth Demon Blade accurately pierced through the eyebrows of several Giant Wave Island elementals.

They were unable to even utter a scream and fell from the sky like a kite with a broken string.

(End of this chapter)