With Ye Kai's current Divine Sense, he could only explore a very limited range, not daring to delve too deeply.
Once he ventured further, he knew the dangers that awaited him.
Moreover, according to Gongyang Zhenjun, the reason the Spirit Mirage Sea was named with the term "mirage" was due to the numerous illusory formations present here.
Although he had a decent understanding of the interplay between reality and illusion, mastering many countermeasures and wielding a formidable weapon like the Dual Polarity Magnetic Divine Light, his comprehension of the nuances of truth and falsehood remained quite limited.
Even though he far surpassed most people, he still did not dare to go too deep.
In this bizarre sea, one misstep could lead to getting lost in an illusion.
Indeed, the Spirit Mirage Sea lived up to its reputation; only by experiencing it firsthand did Ye Kai truly understand why Gongyang Zhenjun warned that even powerful beings from the Nascent Soul Realm had fallen here.
This realm of illusory seas vividly portrayed the transformations between reality and illusion.
Every illusion contained dangers and death; what seemed like mere phantoms could turn into real threats at any moment.
Compared to the violent chaos of direct confrontations, where dangers were laid bare on the surface, this place concealed countless hidden perils, making it even more treacherous.
However, within these illusions lay many treasures; there was nothing you couldn't guess or imagine.
Great dangers were accompanied by vast resources and immense opportunities.
Like many treasure troves, this place boasted unique rare items, with many treasures that were hard to find in the outside world being abundant here. Thus, the Spirit Mirage Sea attracted a multitude of cultivators eager to enter.
Unlike other treasure troves, this vast sea area remains largely unexplored, its space extremely chaotic. Although the gateways connecting to the outside world are quite stable, most are controlled by powerful factions.
Any cultivator wishing to enter must inevitably deal with these factions and pay various fees.
Of course, many cultivators have fallen here—countless numbers.
Yet, many still flock here, undeterred, as the Spirit Mirage Sea is filled with countless legends and is one of the richest treasure troves in the world.
It is precisely because of this that the impending emergence of the Celestial Mountain Estate has drawn so much attention. If one could gain complete control over it, they could disregard most sect powers. Similar to Ye Kai's Jade Mountain, it is a mobile super treasure.
In the Spirit Mirage Sea, there are also treasures similar to Jade Mountain. Thus, if one could obtain such a treasure, the illusions here would be weakened to their limits, allowing for easy access to the treasures within. This is an immense temptation for anyone.
Ye Kai is no exception; whether it’s Jade Mountain or Dual Polarity Magnetic Divine Light, both are powerful tools against illusions.
In just a short time while traveling, he has already seen many valuable items.
Amidst the swirling clouds and mist, brilliant beams of light occasionally cut through the Cloud Qi. Upon closer inspection, they reveal chunks of pure white metal, crystals, and even Spiritual Herbs and Medicines.
What is unusual is that each of these Material Treasures is adorned with a cloud formed from mist that gently vibrates within a hundred-meter radius, making them appear almost alive.
Gengjin Tiger Clan, Refined Gold, Purple Gold, Phoenix Blood Gold, White Feather Stone, Luminous Stone, Spiritual Light Grass, Purple Jade Coral—regardless of their rarity, these are local specialties that exhibit extraordinary vitality. They are excellent materials for refining magical artifacts and aiding cultivation.
During the process of refining magical artifacts, if a piece of Phoenix Blood Gold is added, it not only enhances the artifact's spiritual energy flow but also strengthens the bond between the cultivator and the artifact.
As thoughts shift, the artifact becomes more responsive and agile. Moreover, if an entire magical treasure is forged from Phoenix Blood Gold, it may very well awaken spiritual consciousness and transform into a divine phoenix.
Do not underestimate this point; when two individuals of similar strength engage in battle, even the slightest difference can alter the course of the fight and even determine the final outcome.
A result that is off by a hair's breadth often leads to thousands of corpses.
However, obtaining these material treasures is no easy feat. Not to mention that this is the Spirit Mirage Sea, where illusions can create false treasures that lead one astray. If one fails to secure the final treasure, they may instead find themselves trapped within the illusion.
Take, for instance, the small White Feather Stone he just caught, about the size of a fingertip. If placed in the outside world, it would be enough to attract the attention of powerful beings at the Peak of Nascent Soul Stage, igniting their greed.
If it were a piece as large as a fist, even a Primordial Spirit True Monarch would be compelled to fight for it.
He was able to seize this item thanks to the Dual Polarity Magnetic Divine Light.
Ordinary cultivators below the Nascent Soul stage would find that as soon as they approached, the surface of the White Feather Stone would immediately sprout delicate wings. With a flap, it would vanish without a trace, leaving them unable to react.
Such treasures can no longer be considered mere stones; they are akin to spiritual creatures. Although they lack their own consciousness, they seem to have an inexplicable connection with this vast sea.
If someone dares to pursue it, they may very well be led into an illusion by the White Feather Stone. After all, it is just a stone; no matter how powerful the illusion is, it poses little threat to it. It either passes through the illusion or becomes trapped in place at most.
Aside from these material treasures, Ye Kai also encountered a peculiar mass of gel-like clouds while passing through. He noticed it diving into deep water, and faintly, there seemed to be blue light flickering beneath the surface.
He dove underwater and began to explore. There he found a patch of deep blue ice crystals forming on the seabed. A chilling aura spread outwards, freezing nearby waters into blue-white glaciers over an area of more than ten miles.
Eternal Ice Essence—at least ten thousand years old—was indeed a material treasure.
Compared to Phoenix Blood Gold, for cultivators specializing in water techniques or ice techniques, its value is even greater and can be considered a celestial product.
The Eternal Ice Essence is not only one of the best raw materials for ice or water-based Flying Swords and other metal artifacts, but just a tiny bit can significantly enhance the quality of these tools.
It can also be ingested and refined, possessing unmatched pure Spiritual Energy along with an astonishingly clear icy essence that can dispel Inner Demons and effectively suppress injuries.
It is truly a life-saving treasure.
The quantity of Eternal Ice Essence here is quite considerable, easily the size of a swimming pool.
However, if it weren't for Ye Kai using the Dual Polarity Magnetic Divine Light to collect it, the numerous illusions surrounding this body of water would undoubtedly cause immense headaches for anyone daring enough to make a move, potentially leading to their demise.
Ye Kai speculated that many cultivators might have discovered this place in the past but ended up losing their lives here.
He had to tread carefully, either avoiding or breaking through many illusions before finally encountering this treasure.
Since he was passing through, Ye Kai naturally wouldn't leave empty-handed. In addition to the batch of Material Treasures he had just captured on the Sea Surface, he also gathered this supreme-grade Eternal Ice Essence into his possession.
While communicating with the Flame Divine Needle using secret methods, he released the Jade Mountain and Dual Polarity Magnetic Divine Light, continuously collecting various treasures he encountered.
In just a short time, Ye Kai's haul was already quite substantial; if all were displayed, it would be enough to make even a Primordial Spirit True Monarch envious.
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