Fantasy, starting with a treasure bowl

"Give it a try...!"

True to his word, Lu Feng immediately sat cross-legged and began circulating his internal energy to restore his vitality.

About half an hour passed

After realizing that about one-third of the Yuan Qi in his dantian had been restored and that he could move his body slightly, Lu Feng slowly approached the nameless ice spring on the opposite bank again.

Swish!

Almost the instant Lu Feng approached, two strange gray fish suddenly burst out from a gap in the ice, as if they had caught a whiff of his presence and attacked instantly.

"Clapping!"

Lu Feng narrowed his eyes and immediately raised his hand to unleash several Yuan Power palm strikes, instantly killing the gray monster fish. He then retreated back to the shore.

Then, the nameless ice spring in front of us returned to calm, leaving only a pile of strange fish corpses.

"Just as I expected..."

"I wonder what lies buried beneath this icy spring, that it could nurture so many strange fish..."

Seeing this, Lu Feng looked thoughtful, then raised his hand and channeled his Yuan energy to suck the corpses of several strange fish into his palm again.

"It has no fishy smell, so this fish doesn't seem to be poisonous...?"

Lu Feng brought a strange fish carcass to his nose and sniffed it. He nodded secretly and casually piled up some firewood next to him, seemingly planning to have a barbecue in the wild.

After all, he was currently trapped at the bottom of this secluded valley, with no way to go up or down. He was already lucky to find some food to fill his stomach.

Sizzle sizzle...

After about an incense stick's time, a faint aroma of fish wafted from the grill, and you could vaguely see oil seeping out.

Although Lu Feng didn't bring any seasonings with him, the most original flavor is the most delicious. Moreover, these strange fish have a thick layer of fat, which gives them a natural aroma, so the taste shouldn't be too bad.

Once the grilled fish was cooked, Lu Feng couldn't wait to stuff it into his mouth, clearly starving.

"Mmm, it smells so good!!"

Taking a large bite of the fish, Lu Feng's pupils contracted slightly, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.

Although this meal was just a simple barbecue, the gray fish tasted exceptionally delicious, a dish that was more delicious than he expected.

In addition, Lu Feng also felt that the pain from his wounds was not so bad, and even the Yuan Qi in his Dantian had increased slightly, by about one-tenth.

"Hahaha, this is really good stuff...!"

"So this is what the ancients meant by 'Those who survive a great calamity are destined for good fortune'...!"

Lu Feng swallowed the last piece of fish, his face full of excitement.

Although these gray, strange fish at the bottom of the ice spring are ugly in appearance, have weak demonic energy, and have not condensed into demonic cores, their flesh is very special, seemingly containing a lot of the essence of heaven and earth.

For ordinary martial artists, consuming this product can not only accelerate wound healing but also slightly enhance their Yuan Power!

The unnamed ice spring in front of us is vast, about the size of three or four martial arts arenas. There are at least several thousand, or even tens of thousands, of strange gray fish living under its ice surface!

At least for the next few months, Lu Feng won't have to worry about starving to death, and he can also use this opportunity to improve his Yuan Power cultivation!

Adhering to the principle of "doing it right away," Lu Feng immediately set up several piles of wood on the shore and made a simple wooden fishing rod, and began fishing on the spot.

After his initial probing, he had roughly figured out the activity patterns of the strange gray fish at the bottom of the ice spring.

These gray, strange fish appear to feed on flesh and blood, and they often move in groups, causing a disturbance and hunting if any creature gets too close.

"Young Master Lu, I didn't expect you to have the leisure to fish here at a time like this. What a refined hobby you have."

Just as Lu Feng was sitting alone on the shore, leisurely fishing, Gu Canyang appeared out of nowhere and said in a teasing tone.

"Ancient! The strange fish at the bottom of this icy spring are rare treasures. It would be such a waste to leave them here unattended!"

Lu Feng replied without looking up, still intently staring at the surface of the Ice Spring Lake.

After all, he had been terrified of poverty since he was a child and couldn't stand any waste.

According to Lu Feng's estimate, he could catch at least seven or eight strange fish in an hour.

Although this hunting method is slightly less efficient, it is very safe. At least it will not attract the swarm of gray monster fish at the bottom of the ice spring, and Lu Feng will not have to risk his life as bait like before.

Anyway, he's trapped here now, so he has plenty of time to wear him down.

Moreover, fishing here every day has its advantages. Firstly, it allows you to rest and heal your injuries, and secondly, it helps you improve your cultivation level, making it a win-win situation!

"A large Qi Gathering Pill..."

"Five inferior elemental stones..."

"And another one... the Afterimage Blade Technique manual?"

Lu Feng placed his fishing rod on the bank and took the opportunity to examine the low-level storage ring in his hand. He found that although there wasn't much inside, it was still somewhat valuable.

Aside from the five inferior spirit stones, the Great Qi Gathering Pill is a near-first-class pill. In terms of both efficacy and quality, it far surpasses ordinary third-class Qi Gathering Pills and is extremely precious.

As for the "Phantom Blade Technique" manual, it is also a decent martial art. After mastering it to perfection, one can unleash six afterimage blade energies at once, with power comparable to a first-rate martial art. It is also Cai Kun's signature move.

However, his comprehension and aptitude were extremely poor, and his cultivation talent was practically nonexistent. So even after cultivating for more than ten years, he was still no match for a single hair of Lu Feng's.

"Heh, it's such a waste that this swordsmanship manual fell into Cai Kun's hands..."

After glancing through the Shadow Blade Technique manual in his hand, Lu Feng immediately channeled his Yuan Power to incinerate it with flames, a disdainful smile on his lips.

Without much thought, Lu Feng threw all the Qi Gathering Pills and inferior Yuan Stones into the Treasure Basin. The next moment, he sat down to meditate, circulating his internal energy to heal his injuries while quietly waiting for the fish to take the bait.

As for mastering the Phantom Blade Technique, Lu Feng was not in a hurry.

Right now, all he could think about was recovering from his injuries as soon as possible, catching more of the strange gray fish, and escaping from this deep valley.

...

Meanwhile, above the vast sea of ​​clouds, in Black Rock Village...

A streak of pure white light soared straight up, piercing the sky, and then came to a steady stop in the center of the sea of ​​clouds. As it did so, it gradually revealed its true form: a red-crowned crane with a slender body and white feathers like jade.

The red-crowned crane's enormous wingspan seemed to blot out the sky, and its demonic aura was astonishing, comparable to a mid-level celestial demon beast. Yet, it was unusually docile, lying quietly motionless in the center of the sea of ​​clouds.

Faintly visible on the crane's back are several tall, graceful figures. The one in the lead is a beautiful woman in palace attire, with a cool and aloof demeanor and a face as delicate as jade. She is like a celestial fairy who has stepped out of a painting, so awe-inspiring that no one dares to offend or desecrate her, and can only keep their distance.

"Palace Master, I have investigated the situation of that mortal girl thoroughly."

A maidservant slowly approached and then slightly curtsied to the beautiful woman in palace attire before her.

"speak."

The beautiful woman in palace attire still maintained a cold and aloof expression.

"Although that mortal girl has no cultivation, she possesses an innate affinity for spiritual energy, and she also has two souls with excellent aptitude. According to my deduction, only a 'pure spirit body' can possess such extraordinary signs..."

The young maid replied, her pretty face showing a hint of emotion.

After all, Dongyun Kingdom is just one of many small countries in the southern part of Dongxuan Domain. Not only is it located in a remote and inconspicuous place, but it also has very little spiritual energy. If placed in the entire Misty Continent, it is just the tip of the iceberg and has almost no presence.

It is truly remarkable that a peerless genius with a "pure spirit body" has emerged from a remote little country.

"A pure spirit body! Truly, Heaven blesses my Tai Xuan Heavenly Palace!"

Upon hearing this, a rare look of joy flashed across the face of the beautiful woman in palace attire. Then, her gaze turned down from the clouds until it landed on Ye Yun's petite figure in the courtyard.

"Your Highness, would you like me to accompany you?"

"No need. You all wait here. I can go alone."

Seemingly sensing the thoughts of the beautiful woman in palace attire, the maid spoke again, only to see the woman flick her sleeve and instantly transform into a wisp of white smoke, disappearing without a trace.

Inside the courtyard, the autumn wind was bleak.

Ye Yun was seen gently supporting her father, Ye Hong, as they walked around the courtyard, seemingly helping him with his rehabilitation exercises.

"Father, are you feeling any better?"

Ye Yun looked worried.

"Yun'er, I'm fine. You've had a hard time these past few days..."

Ye Hong waved his hand, a smile appearing on his aged face, indicating that he was fine.

Swish!

Suddenly, a plume of white smoke descended from the sky and enveloped the entire courtyard, causing Ye Hong and his daughter to change their expressions drastically.

The next moment, the white smoke slowly dissipated, and the beautiful woman in palace attire stepped out. At this moment, her temperament remained as cold and aloof as frost, making people feel uneasy.

"Who...who are you?!"

Upon seeing the beautiful woman in palace attire suddenly appear before her, Ye Yun subconsciously took Ye Hong's arm, a hint of fear faintly showing on her pretty face.

After all, she was just an ordinary girl who had barely even met any martial artists, let alone such a master.

"Young lady, you need not be afraid. I have come to offer you a great opportunity."

Seemingly noticing Ye Yun's fear, the beautiful woman in palace attire softened her expression and spoke calmly, her gaze fixed on Ye Yun, while ignoring Ye Hong standing to the side.