Daqin arrests alchemists, what does it matter to me as a qi refiner?

On their journey to the Valley of Illusions, they encountered various strange phenomena and powerful enemies, but with their unwavering will and the immense power of the "Purple Cloud Divine Art," they overcame each obstacle one by one. Their cultivation also continued to improve, drawing ever closer to the legendary "Supreme Realm."

After overcoming numerous hardships, they finally arrived at the entrance to the Valley of Illusions. This valley was shrouded in mystery, and could only be entered through specific methods. Following the guardian's instructions, the three successfully broke the seal on the valley entrance and stepped into the Valley of Illusions.

The valley boasts stunning scenery, with vibrant and exotic flowers blooming everywhere, and numerous rare and unseen animals roaming freely. A faint spiritual aura permeates the air, refreshing the mind and spirit.

The three cautiously explored the Illusionary Spirit Valley, hoping to find legendary treasures. They discovered numerous precious materials and spiritual herbs within the valley, all of which would greatly benefit their cultivation.

Just as they were engrossed in their exploration, strange sounds suddenly came from the valley, as if something was approaching. The three immediately became alert and prepared to face any potential danger.

Soon, a colossal spirit beast appeared before them. This beast had six wings, its entire body was covered in golden scales, and its eyes gleamed with intelligence; it was clearly no ordinary creature.

Upon seeing this, Ying Zheng exclaimed, "It is truly astonishing that such wondrous beings exist in this world."

Xu Fu was also shocked by the appearance of the mythical beast and carefully examined it, trying to find a way to communicate with it.

Pangu gripped his battle axe tightly, knowing the spirit beast was powerful, yet still prepared to meet the challenge.

At this moment, the spirit beast suddenly spoke: "Are you cultivators from the mortal realm? Why have you trespassed into my territory?"

Upon hearing that the spirit beast could speak, the three were all astonished. Ying Zheng stepped forward and respectfully replied, "We are indeed from the mortal realm, and have come to the Illusionary Spirit Valley to seek cultivation materials. We have absolutely no intention of offending you."

Upon hearing this, the spirit beast's wariness lessened slightly, and it said in a gentle voice, "In that case, I will allow you to search for what you need within my territory. However, Illusionary Spirit Valley is fraught with danger, so you must be extremely careful."

Xu Fu said gratefully, "Thank you for your leniency, Lord Spirit Beast. We will certainly be more careful in our words and actions."

With the spirit beast's tacit approval, the three continued exploring the Illusionary Spirit Valley. They discovered that the valley not only contained rare materials and spiritual herbs, but also numerous ancient ruins and stone tablets, engraved with ancient runes and patterns, which seemed to record important information.

The three of them devoted themselves to studying the inscriptions on these relics and gradually unraveled some of the mysteries. It turned out that Illusionary Spirit Valley was once a secluded place of cultivation for a powerful ancient cultivator. This cultivator left behind many valuable cultivation insights and methods, which greatly benefited their cultivation.

Just as they were absorbed in this ancient knowledge, a violent tremor suddenly came from the valley, as if something was awakening. The three immediately became alert and prepared to deal with the possible danger.

The tremors intensified until finally a dazzling light rose from the valley floor, illuminating the entire Illusionary Spirit Valley as bright as day. Within the light, an ancient and mysterious magical artifact slowly emerged, radiating a powerful and sacred aura that inspired awe.

The three gazed at the magical artifact, their hearts filled with awe and curiosity. They knew this treasure was extraordinary, possibly containing unparalleled power. At this moment, the spirit beast reappeared, staring intently at the emerging artifact, and said in a deep voice, "This is the treasure of Illusionary Spirit Valley, the Illusionary Spirit Pearl." It possesses the ability to control illusions and is an extremely precious magical artifact.

Upon hearing this, Ying Zheng inquired, "My Lord Spirit Beast, may we borrow the 'Illusionary Spirit Pearl' to aid our cultivation?"

The spirit beast pondered for a long time before finally nodding: "Since you have come here, it is fate. I can lend you the 'Illusionary Spirit Pearl' temporarily, but you must remember that this treasure is extraordinary, and improper use may bring disaster."

The three quickly thanked him and promised to use the "Illusionary Spirit Pearl" with caution and never abuse its power.

After obtaining the "Illusionary Spirit Pearl," the three experienced a significant improvement in their cultivation. They thanked the spirit beast for its assistance and bid farewell to Illusionary Spirit Valley to continue their cultivation journey.

Throughout their journey, they encountered numerous challenges and trials, but with unwavering will, formidable strength, and the aid of the "Illusionary Spirit Pearl," they overcame each obstacle. Their fame gradually spread throughout the cultivation world, making them revered figures.

However, they knew that the path of cultivation was long and full of unknowns, requiring continuous effort and exploration to reach higher realms. Therefore, carrying the "Phantom Spirit Pearl," they embarked on a new journey to seek more opportunities and adventures.

As the three explorers ventured deeper into the Valley of Illusions, they gradually realized that the rare treasures hidden within this mysterious valley were far greater than they had initially anticipated. The Valley of Illusions was not only breathtakingly beautiful, with picturesque landscapes, but the spiritual energy flowing in the air was so dense it was almost tangible, undoubtedly making it a rare and sacred place for cultivation…

As they traversed the dense jungle, Xu Fu keenly spotted a peculiar spiritual herb emitting a soft, shimmering light. He excitedly pointed to the plant, his voice trembling slightly, "Look! That's... the legendary Moonflower Grass! This herb only blooms with a gentle glow on moonlit nights, helping cultivators purify their minds and enhance their spiritual power!"

Ying Zheng and Pangu arrived upon hearing the sound and, following the direction, indeed saw the spiritual herb shimmering in the moonlight. Both showed delight, and Pangu laughed heartily, "Wonderful! Truly, we searched high and low, only to find this treasure effortlessly. We never expected to encounter such a rare and precious object so soon after entering the Illusionary Spirit Valley."

The three approached the Moonflower Grass cautiously, fearing to damage this precious plant. After careful handling, they successfully harvested the spiritual herb. Ying Zheng suggested, "The Moonflower Grass is extremely rare in the world. Why don't we choose a day to discuss how to use it together, in order to maximize our cultivation?" Pangu and Xu Fu both nodded in agreement.

Just as they were about to continue their investigation, a clear and melodious flute tune drifted from afar. The music was gentle and ethereal, seemingly possessing a magical power that could reach the depths of the soul, unconsciously immersing them in a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. The three exchanged glances, each seeing the inquisitive look in the other's eyes. So they followed the direction of the flute music to find the mysterious flutist.

The source of the flute music was located in an open space. Upon closer inspection, one would find a woman in white robes playing a jade flute with her eyes closed. Bathed in moonlight, her figure was elegant and ethereal, and the surrounding air seemed to be filled with a divine aura. Even more astonishing was that various rare and exotic beasts surrounded her, all lying quietly, seemingly captivated by the beautiful flute music.

Upon seeing this, Ying Zheng and his companions felt a surge of respect. They stepped forward slowly and greeted her softly, "This fairy, we apologize for disturbing you." Sensing their presence, the woman in white slowly stopped playing and opened her eyes to look at them. Her eyes were clear as water, radiating a purity untouched by worldly dust.

Ying Zheng stepped forward and bowed, saying, "I am Ying Zheng, and these two are my dear friends, Pangu and Xu Fu. We have stumbled upon this blessed land and are fortunate to hear the fairy's flute music; it is truly an honor beyond measure. May I ask the fairy's name, and why she plays here alone?"

The woman in white smiled and replied, "My name is Bai Lu, and I am a cultivator in the Illusionary Spirit Valley. This is my usual place for quiet cultivation and playing the flute; I never expected to have such distinguished guests tonight." She paused briefly and then continued, "Gentlemen, you have come from afar. May I ask what brings you here? Perhaps I can offer my humble assistance." (End of Chapter)