?Chapter 861: Volume 6 Spiritual Treasure Chapter 858 Return to Luoyun Chapter 861: Volume 6 Spiritual Treasure Chapter 858 Return to Luoyun “I have no interest in cultivating into that kind of monster resembling an ancient devil,” Han Li said coldly.


    “Little Han, you don’t really think all ancient devils have bizarre and grotesque forms, do you?” Monarch Great Development paused for a moment, his tone turning somewhat strange.


    “How should I understand your words, senior?


    Doesn’t becoming an ancient devil turn one into a demon from the Otherworld?


    Could they still retain their human form?” Han Li asked in astonishment.


    “You are mistaken about that.


    According to the documents I’ve read, devilish cultivators who ascend from the human world to the Ancient Devil Realm do become ancient devils; however, their appearance doesn’t change.


    Of course, if they use magic tools to transform, that’s a different story.


    In ancient times, when ancient experts fought with the ancient devils, a small number of them were enticed by higher-level ancient devils and directly joined them using a method involving being infused with demonic qi.


    This made the final battles even more intense.


    It’s said that despite their demonization, these people kept their human form and intellect but willingly served those high-level ancient devils.


    I’m unsure whether there’s some trick to it.


    Some rumors started spreading since then that human cultivators who mastered ancient devilish techniques could automatically ascend to the Ancient Devil Realm.”


    “As for those ancient devils with inherently bizarre forms, there are two types.


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    One is the primal demons from the Ancient Devil Realm, the peak existence there, sometimes referred to as Divine Ancestors.


    These demons are exceedingly few and extremely terrifying.


    Even nowadays, some devilish cultivators keep invoking these ancient devils’ names to successfully employ demonic qi in spells.


    The other type is the demons from our human world who practiced magic tools and ascended to the Ancient Devil Realm.


    As their original forms were not human, they naturally look grotesque when they become ancient devils.”


    “Demons?


    How is that possible?


    How could they…”


    “How could they cultivate ancient devilish techniques, right?


    Don’t ask this old man about it; I’m quite baffled too.


    The document didn’t elaborate on this; it seemed that the Ancient Demon Race came into contact with ancient devils much earlier than humans did.


    The specifics, I’m not clear about either.


    However, some high-level demons I met back in the day aren’t practicing any magic tools or have demonic qi.


    The reasons behind this might become clear to you once you reach Great Jin, as it preserves some of the oldest documents in our human world,” Monarch Great Development answered lazily.


    Han Li’s expression fluctuated, and he thought about the Sacred Provenance Plate in his storage pouch-the alleged treasure of demon inheritance.


    The Six Arms and Three Heads technique described on it appeared eerily similar to the Two Heads and Four Arms technique that the ancient devil had used.


    Could there be some unknown connection between the two?


    After contemplating silently for a while, Han Li suddenly burst into disbelieving laughter.


    Even if there was some secret between demons and ancient devils that no one knew about, what concern was it of his?


    He wasn’t the sort to meddle in everything and try to understand it all.


    Some things were better left unclear.


    Moreover, the Sacred Provenance Plate he possessed was merely a fragment.


    Even if it held the complete set of demon techniques, he wouldn’t bother practicing them when he had yet to perfect the Azure Essence Sword Arts.


    Besides, since this cultivation technique was connected with the ancient demons, it was unlikely to be suitable for human practitioners.


    Han Li shook his head, dismissing thoughts of the demons and the Sacred Provenance Plate, and then shifted his attention to another more pressing issue.


    “Don’t worry about the puppet.


    Whether I go to Great Jin or not, I will naturally help you gather the materials.


    You mentioned a couple of years ago that you’ve nearly figured out the refining method for the Seven Flames Fan.


    It should be completely resolved by now, right?


    If the refining formula is ready, give it to me so I can start crafting it.


    My collection of flying swords has been reduced by two, and I can’t set up a sword array anymore.


    I urgently need a powerful treasure,” Han Li said straightforwardly.


    After more than twenty years of acquaintance, his relationship with Monarch Great Development had become much more amiable than before, sometimes even resembling a mix of mentor and friend.


    “In the refining formula for the Seven Flames Fan, I’ve reduced some of the materials that are now impossible to find and replaced others.


    I’ve figured out a way for you.


    As for whether it will be successful, I can’t guarantee it fully.


    But the treasure fan crafted using this method shouldn’t really be called the Seven Flames Fan; it would be more aptly named the Three Flame Fan.


    The original needed eighty-one types of fire-related Spirit Materials, but I’ve reduced that to thirty-one.


    Naturally, its power would be greatly diminished,” Monarch Great Development explained openly.


    “No worries, even if the power is somewhat reduced, it doesn’t matter.


    If the heavenly skill treasures are as powerful as legends suggest, even this replica of the Three Flame Fan will certainly not be something ordinary cultivators can withstand,” Han Li said without hesitation.


    “I will copy the refining method onto a jade slip for you to examine closely.


    However, even for a replica, there are a few materials involved that are not easy to find.


    I estimate crafting this fan will likely be quite troublesome,” Monarch Great Development stated indifferently.


    Then the lid of the bamboo tube behind Han Li opened, and a beam of white light shot out.


    Han Li swiftly reached behind and caught it-it was a white jade slip.


    Han Li calmly immersed his divine sense into the jade slip and skimmed through it, inadvertently frowning slightly.


    “The other items are okay; given some time, I can gather them and turn them into Spirit Materials.


    But the long feathers of the Haoyang Bird and the scales of the Redfire Flood Dragon are things one finds by pure chance.


    Where do we even start looking for them?


    At least, we have never heard of both items appearing in Tian Luo.”


    “These two materials are the easiest replacements I could think of._footer-none”).


    “Hehe!


    Old Master sent you to Great Jin for your benefit.


    Only by travelling to Great Jin can you truly understand what a sacred site for cultivation is.


    The State of Jin is certainly the heart of all known realms of immortal cultivators,” Monarch Great Development said nonchalantly.


    “I hope so.


    But before leaving the State of Dongyu, there’s another matter to attend to; I must take another look outside Devilfall Valley,” Han Li stated calmly as he stored away the jade slips.


    “What do you mean by going to Devilfall Valley?” Monarch Great Development was startled by his words and quite taken aback.


    “Don’t worry.


    I’m not looking to venture into the valley.


    Do you remember my Heaven Extermination Devil Corpse?


    As soon as it emerged from the tear in space, I immediately sensed through a secret technique that it wasn’t destroyed.


    Naturally, I want to check if it’s still lingering within Devilfall Valley and see if I could summon it out.”


    Having said this, Han Li no longer wished to speak.


    His speed suddenly increased, transforming into a blue rainbow breaking through the skies.


    Once he entered Chang Province, Han Li immediately re-entered Ten Thousand Ridges Mountain Range and returned to the entrance of Devilfall Valley.


    There, Han Li lingered for two days until he was certain that the Heaven Extermination Devil Corpse was indeed still alive within the valley.


    However, the devil corpse seemed to be trapped somewhere.


    Despite his incantations urging it, he couldn’t reunite with it outside the valley.


    Han Li hesitated for a long while and could only leave somewhat dejectedly.


    It seemed that he would have to wait until the next opening of Devilfall Valley to rescue the devil corpse, if it wasn’t destroyed by then.


    …


    Two months later, Han Li’s figure finally appeared near Dreamcloud Mountains.


    Just as he approached the entrance of Drifting Cloud Sect, he encountered several patrolling disciples from his sect.


    Naturally, Han Li’s arrival created a buzz among them.


    While they joyously greeted Han Li, they quickly released Sound Transmission Talismans to inform two elders from their sect.


    Soon after, all the disciples from Drifting Cloud Sect flew out of the sect to welcome Han Li, a greatly revered ancestor and elder.


    Leading them were the Elder Cheng and Lu Luo.


    Upon seeing Han Li, both of them were naturally filled with surprise and joy.


    Without much to say, they hurriedly escorted Han Li into the sect and then dismissed the other disciples.


    “Senior Disciple Han, I knew with your divine skills, nothing would happen to you.


    But since you were fine, why didn’t you return to our sect earlier?


    You’ve caused your two senior brothers here a lot of worry!” Elder Cheng, once all three were seated in the grand hall of Drifting Cloud Sect, couldn’t help but complain with a mix of relief and blame.


    “Indeed, had Senior Brother returned sooner, it would have spared the two of us much anxiety!” Lu Luo added, his face beaming with genuine joy.


    “You both must have missed Han a lot.


    I was trapped in a tear in space and could not escape; I only just managed to get out.


    As soon as I was free, I hurried back here,” Han Li said, pressing his lips together, showing a face of helplessness.


    “Regardless, the fact that Senior Disciple Han is alive and back is enough.


    Speaking of which, I have yet to thank you, Junior Brother, for your rescue.


    If it weren’t for your help in the valley, I would have been reduced to bones long ago,” the elder stood up from his chair all of a sudden, deeply bowed to Han Li, and spoke.


    “That’s nothing.


    Ever since joining Drifting Cloud Sect, Senior Brother Cheng has always looked after me.


    I’ve always kept that in my heart.


    Seeing Senior Brother in danger, how could I not lend a hand?” Han Li said with a slight smile, equally sincere.


    “Such minor matters cannot compare to the grace of saving a life.


    Perhaps you still worry about Fellow Daoist Nangong.


    Rest assured, Sister Nangong is still safe and sound in the ice,” the elder obviously knew what Han Li was most concerned about and decided to share this news with him first.


    Han Li naturally breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this.


    At that moment, Lu Luo suddenly scrutinized Han Li closely, his face showing a trace of disbelief.


    “Junior Brother, you’ve actually advanced to the mid Nascent Soul Stage.


    When did this happen?


    It’s incredible!


    Could it be that you had some fortuitous encounter in Devilfall Valley?”


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