Immortality begins with becoming a master weapon refiner

Chapter 283 Site Search and Research
These Beidou Islands are worth exploring.

Judging from the name "Tian Shu Island", there should be six other main islands named after the Big Dipper. He did not find any high-altitude areas on Tian Shu Island.

The sky was cloudless, and the connection with the stars was very strong at night; it would be better if the terrain were higher.

The Yun clan also needs to be investigated.

Of course, before that, Gu Qing, who had just had an epiphany, decided to enjoy life in his spare time, so he strolled around the Crimson Wave Immortal Market, which was significantly different from the Southern Wilderness Market.

The spiritual materials sold here are mostly water-based, and they are cheap and plentiful.

Fire attribute is relatively rare, and the price is higher for the same level.

The principle of scarcity makes things valuable is evident here. Many magical artifacts and elixirs are also water-related, indicating that the cultivators here primarily use water-based techniques.

It has distinctive features.

Gu Qing habitually calculated the price difference and profit. If he transported goods between the two regions, and had sufficient capital, he could sweep through several markets and earn five or six hundred thousand spirit stones at a time.

It's a good business, but you need to consider how quickly the market will absorb it and extend the intervals between such business transactions in order to make money in the long run.

This is also what puzzled Gu Qing. These twelve immortal sects are all from the same lineage, all descended from the five ancestors of the human race. Why don't they consult with each other?

Perhaps there's more to the story.

We savored the delicious taste of sea monsters, drank the fine wine of Chilang Xianfang, and visited several famous beauties' towers, enjoying the unique musical culture of the area.

Before we knew it, almost a decade had passed.

Gu Qing finally got down to business, buying a map of the Beidou Islands from a map shop and visiting each one carefully to find a suitable place for seclusion.

At his speed, the exploration was not slow, and the seven islands were not far apart, also forming a dipper shape, echoing the Big Dipper in the sky.

This discovery surprised Gu Qing, who was new to array formations. He believed that this was a perfect location to set up the Celestial Star Array, a miraculous place created by the wonders of nature.

However, after looking around, he discovered that the Yun clan had already taken advantage of this feature and set up a triple celestial star formation.

The seven stars consist of four: Tian Shu, Tian Xuan, Tian Ji, and Tian Quan, which together form the body of the Dipper, called "Kui". The four star islands form the "Kui Star Kicking the Dipper Formation", which is a first-class killing formation.

There are records of this in the books obtained by the Array Hall.

Don't be fooled by the common phrase "Kui Xing kicks the coffin"; it actually has many more meanings. Among mortals, there is a faction that uses this move to open coffins, which can suppress evil spirits and dispel evil and impurities.

In the Immortal Dao Formation School, the character "斗" is pronounced as in "斗战" (fighting).

It is said that one can use the power of the Big Dipper to contain the true meaning of "death" and fight off enemies.

The seven stars consist of three: Yuheng, Kaiyang, and Yaoguang, which together form the handle of the Big Dipper, called "Dipper". The three stars islands forming the array is called the [Star Dipper Yuanchen Grand Array], which is a first-class variant of the spirit gathering array.

The Yun clan has long resided on these three islands, where they can draw upon stellar energy to constantly temper their physical bodies. Over time, the Yun clan's physical cultivation and bloodline potential will inevitably exhibit biases and unique characteristics, making it not surprising that they give birth to stellar-like spiritual bodies.

The third layer of the Celestial Star Array also gathers the power of the Big Dipper, forming the Seven Star Island array [Seven Star Demon Subduing Array]. It is both offensive and defensive, with many variations, and is specifically designed to attack evil and heretical sects.

The Triple Celestial Star Array can serve as the foundation for the Yun Clan. Gu Qing initially thought it was just a small immortal clan, but now he realizes that no matter what the current situation is, their ancestors must have been wealthy, otherwise they wouldn't have left behind such a legacy.

"It seems that the Yun family also needs to investigate this matter thoroughly."

As for places with abundant star power, after understanding the layout of the Big Dipper Islands, Gu Qing guessed that the best place for seclusion was here, but none of the Seven Star Islands had a suitable spot.

Gu Qing believes it should be on the island in the middle of the spoon.

It's either Tianquan or Yuheng.

The former is fine; since it's open to the public, he can enter safely. But the islands in the Jade Heng Star position are different; they're the residence of the Yun clan, and as an outsider, he can't go ashore to investigate.

"We need to think of a way." Each of the four islands has a market of considerable size. In this coastal area, the Yun family still holds a high status. Gu Qing temporarily resides in the Jia San Chi Lang Xian Fang on Tianquan Island.

While gathering intelligence, they also investigated the situation on Tianquan Island.

Ultimately, it was discovered that there was no secluded place to retreat to as I had hoped, so I had to go to Jade Horizon Island to take a look.

The place where Yunmengze and the Western Sea meet, that is, the near sea!
This place is also a gathering place for independent cultivators, and the Yun clan is one of the most prominent among them. It is said that they have some connection with Yunmeng Mountain.

Besides the Yun clan, the other powerful clans include the Gao and Ji clans. Because many of their members are sixth-rank cultivators, they are collectively known as the three clans near the sea.

In addition, there are four first-class forces: Haijianmen, Sanxianmeng, Caizhujiao, and Bailongzong, collectively known as the Four Heroes of the Near Sea.

The structure of the three clans and four powerful clans may seem inferior to the four sects and nine clans of the Southern Wilderness, but in reality, it is far superior. After all, the rogue cultivators of the Southern Wilderness are all gathered in the Maru region and do not pose a significant threat.

The fact that the rogue cultivators of the Western Sea can have seven first-class forces near the coast shows that the number of strong people here far exceeds that of the Southern Wilderness. As for more advanced intelligence, Gu Qing will not be able to find out in a short time.

The difference between the two independent cultivators in the Light Realm is vast.

The Four Clans and Nine Families should be compared to the top-tier forces in Yunmengze, rather than the Three Clans and Four Heroes.

To be considered a first-rate force, a clan must have more than five sixth-rank cultivators and a sixth-rank high-level ancestor who can keep the situation in check.

Otherwise, not to mention external enemies, even internal conflicts could cause division.

There are also many second-rate forces in the coastal areas. They usually have one or two sixth-rank ancestors who occupy spiritual islands in the coastal areas or even the outer seas, forming their own independent territory.

The environment here is more suitable for independence. After all, the dangers in the sea are greater than on land. Although the West Sea Dragon Clan is not hostile to Yunmeng Immortal Mountain, not every one of the billions of sea monsters under its command is obedient.

Sea monsters frequently attacked the Spirit Island.

If Yunmeng Immortal Mountain cannot provide shelter in times of crisis, how can it govern these islands? Let alone provide offerings or anything like that. Therefore, the relationship of subordination is not strong, and they have a high degree of autonomy in their management.

Organize intelligence and learn the local spoken language habits.

It took Gu Qing almost a month to gradually integrate. Her appearance and attire also leaned more towards the customs and characteristics of the Western Sea cultivators, making her somewhat of a local.

"The sorting is almost done, it's time to take action."

Gu Qing was in the rented cave dwelling, pondering how to bestow favors upon the Yun clan so that he could conveniently use the land for seclusion.

An interesting incident occurred at the Crimson Wave Immortal Workshop, Jia San.

This day.

Gu Qing had just come out of Miaoge Tower when he heard the cultivators on the first floor discussing something.

"Have you heard? The eldest daughter of the Yun family's main branch and the young master of the second branch got into a fight at the Jixiang Wine Shop. The scene was...tsk tsk..."

"What are you tsk about? Hurry up and tell me, today's tea is on me."

"Hehe, that's great."

"Say!"

"Don't rush, let me explain in detail."

"You stinky basket."

One more chapter to go, currently being written.

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