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The four exchanged a few pleasantries before setting off towards the rendezvous point. Along the way, Luo Xuefeng and Ji Zenghui's attitude towards Xunuo changed dramatically; they were exceptionally courteous. Being praised and esteemed by peers was quite gratifying for a young man like Xunuo. Naturally, his spirits lifted, gradually easing the dissatisfaction he felt about the incomplete repairs of his Armor Artifact.
The repair of the armor had been fraught with difficulties. Noticing Xunuo's progress in Alchemy, Wu Jiadi had invited him to participate in the smelting and refining of materials. This allowed Wu Jiadi to save some effort while Xunuo could engage in the more intricate work of refining and repairing the artifact. However, the final result left Xunuo both amused and exasperated.
What was once a sleek and imposing piece of armor now bore unsightly scars across the Chestplate after Wu Jiadi's repairs, making it look bizarre and laughable. Moreover, the Chestplate's defensive capabilities had only been restored to thirty percent of its original strength, a fact that Xunuo had anticipated.
After handing Wu Jiadi two Unity Pills, Xunuo solemnly warned him once more before activating an Intermediate Flight Talisman and vanishing from sight.
Since advancing to the eighth level with three Unity Pills, Xunuo had essentially decided to join Qi Guoren's organization for this expedition to Chaotic Valley. However, venturing into danger necessitated that he repair his Armor Artifact. Although time was tight, Xunuo managed to complete the repairs just in time for the meeting.
Chaotic Valley was located between Hengren Country and Jiaozhi Kingdom in the northwest of Great Liang Kingdom.
Between these two countries lay a vast desert spanning thousands of miles, larger than both nations combined. This desert was scorching hot and devoid of vegetation, inhabited by a unique and deadly creature known as the Crimson Fire Ant. Anyone who entered would find no trace of their remains. Thus, this expansive desert was avoided by all.
Yet cultivators knew that beneath this Desert Sea lay a massive circular Geothermal Vein. The surface desert was actually composed of a type of refining material called Copper Sand. This Copper Sand had extensive applications in artifact crafting, attracting cultivators to collect it. However, no one dared venture too deep due to the Crimson Fire Ants.
Crimson Fire Ants were low-level Fire Attribute Demonic Insects with vast numbers. It could be said that wherever there was Copper Sand in this Desert Sea, there would be Crimson Fire Ants. Chaotic Valley was situated at the center of this Desert Sea, serving as the only oasis within this perilous expanse. Despite its dangerous location, it was the sole Spirit Land amidst millions of miles of Crimson Copper Sand Sea, teeming with countless spiritual herbs.
For loose cultivators around Great Liang Kingdom seeking spiritual herbs, there were only two paths: one led to the territory of the Ten Thousand Mountains' demon tribes, and the other to Chaotic Valley.
In the past, most loose cultivators preferred to seek opportunities in the Ten Thousand Mountains because not only were there various spiritual herbs available but also Demon Beast Materials and Refining Materials could be obtained there. The relatively low entry threshold for Ten Thousand Mountains was another significant reason; as long as the leading cultivator had some experience, escaping from Ten Thousand Mountains wasn't too difficult.
However, the Ten Thousand Great Mountains have now become a place of no entry and no exit. All Loose Cultivators are forced to seek spiritual herbs in the Chaotic Valley.
In the past, those who entered the Chaotic Valley had various purposes, but very few ventured into the Crimson Copper Sand Sea for spiritual herbs. The vast majority were fleeing from enemies or had committed taboos and could not survive outside. They formed a team to cross the Crimson Copper Sand Sea and sought refuge in the Chaotic Valley.
Once these individuals arrived in the Chaotic Valley, they rarely left. It is said that some thrive there, enjoying life to the fullest. However, for those with other intentions entering the Chaotic Valley, whether they can come out depends on their abilities.
The chaos in the Chaotic Valley refers to its disorder. Here, everything is determined by strength. Killing someone in broad daylight over a disagreement is as common as having a meal or tea.
Traveling to and from the Chaotic Valley requires crossing the Crimson Copper Sand Sea. This threshold keeps most Cultivators at bay. Just like Qi Guoren back then, when he invited Dongfang Yunqing and others to join him, he only invited Cultivators with at least eight levels of Basic Skill Method. Those with lower cultivation would not contribute much to the journey. They would need constant protection and would never reach their destination. He would never invite them along. Instead, he preferred to invite the Black Wind Old Monster, who was fierce and sinister but had powerful magic that could provide substantial assistance.
Crossing the Crimson Copper Sand Sea requires teamwork. Generally, teams entering the Crimson Copper Sand Sea consist of thirty to fifty people. If there are too few members, they cannot take care of each other adequately, and their magic cannot last long, leading to casualties. This creates a vicious cycle that often results in death in the Desert Sea. Conversely, if there are too many people, the fluctuations in magical energy can attract the Crimson Fire Ant King, which is tantamount to seeking death.
While traveling through the Copper Sand Sea, facing the endless waves of Crimson Fire Ants makes it impossible to kill them all. The only solution is for a dozen Earth Spirit Root Cultivators to build a massive defensive shield to protect everyone. Then, Water Spirit Root Practitioners can cast icy spells to clear a path. The entire team advances step by step under the protection of a Magic Shield. This is a long and tedious process that allows for no mistakes.
Crimson Fire Ants, being Fire Attribute Demonic Insects, have a natural resistance against fire spells but are extremely vulnerable to ice. A single icy spell can wipe out all Crimson Fire Ants within several dozen feet ahead. In this team, Xunuo, who possesses a Wood Spirit Root, plays a crucial role by continuously replenishing mana for teammates who have exhausted theirs. In simple terms, Xunuo serves as an inexhaustible source of spiritual stones.
As they traveled, Xunuo listened to Dongfang Yunqing and others' introductions and grew increasingly worried about their journey into the Chaotic Valley. It was hard to determine whether their choice was right or wrong.
After more than ten days, the four arrived at the agreed-upon location with Qi Guoren. This was a small town on the outskirts of the Copper Sand Sea. The environment here was harsh, showing no signs of human activity. Originally just a small outpost where Cultivators would temporarily gather before entering the Desert Sea for Copper Sand or forming teams to enter the Chaotic Valley, it had grown larger in recent years due to an increase in visitors.
Now it had developed into a sizable market with two inns for Cultivators to rest.
Luo Xuefeng led his companions to an inn called Tonghe. Upon inquiry, they learned from the innkeeper that Qi Guoren had already arrived and had booked the largest suite in this inn. The innkeeper then guided them toward Qi Guoren's reserved courtyard.
As soon as they entered Qi Guoren's room, Xunuo and the others, especially Luo Xuefeng, were taken aback. Their eyes were fixed on a person sitting next to Qi Guoren. This person, upon seeing Luo Xuefeng, also turned cold, his eyes blazing with fury as he sneered. "I didn't expect you four to be so lucky to survive until today. However, since you dare to come here seeking death, I won't hesitate to expend some effort to send you all off together."
It turned out that this person was none other than the Black Wind Old Monster.
Qi Guoren was unaware of the grudge between the Black Wind Old Monster and Dongfang Yunqing. However, as the initiator of this expedition, he had to ensure the integrity of the team and uphold his authority. If the Black Wind Old Monster easily killed a teammate, others might not regard him as their leader in the future. There was even a possibility that dissent could jeopardize this mission entirely. Qi Guoren did not care about being the leader of this group, but losing the trust of his companions and ultimately leading them to perish in the Desert Sea was something he could not accept.
Thus, Qi Guoren spoke up decisively: "Black Wind Daoist, your words are mistaken. I do not know what grievances you have, but Luo Xuefeng and his companions are part of my invitation and thus one of our teammates. As long as they do not voluntarily withdraw from this mission or until it concludes, Black Wind Daoist should harbor no ill intentions. If you insist on breaking the rules, I will not hesitate to part ways and ask you to leave this expedition, standing against us all."
As he spoke, Qi Guoren's aura gradually intensified. It was clear that he was prepared for a confrontation should the Black Wind Old Monster dare to strike. The other three Basic Skill Method Eleventh Layer Grandmasters in the room also released their own auras, joining forces with Qi Guoren's magic to pressure the Black Wind Old Monster.
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