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Under the influence of Spirit Spring Valley, Xunuo's cultivation reached the peak of the ninth layer. However, due to a lack of opportunity, he could not advance to the tenth layer. Nevertheless, his magical power had increased significantly, which left Xunuo quite satisfied.
Yet, Xunuo was filled with concerns about his future. Continuing as a Loose Cultivator meant freedom without constraints, but given Xunuo's own talents, it seemed unlikely that he would ever reach the Foundation Establishment Stage in his lifetime. Naturally, he did not dare to compare himself with geniuses like the Black Wind Old Monster. Therefore, joining a Cultivation Sect was essential for Xunuo to continue his journey in the cultivation world.
However, possessing valuable treasures and various secrets made Xunuo hesitant to easily pledge allegiance to any Cultivation Sect. He feared that within a Sect, he might not be able to keep his secrets hidden and could end up losing both his life and wealth. Particularly concerning was the Boundary Stone, which far exceeded Xunuo's understanding. Even various cultivation texts contained no records of such an item. In all discussions among cultivators, he had never heard of this Rare Treasure.
Although Xunuo had temporarily concealed the Boundary Stone with a miniature formation, joining a Cultivation Sect meant facing not only Foundation Stage Cultivators but also Golden Core Stage Cultivators. At that point, whether this formation could protect his secret was uncertain. After much contemplation, Xunuo decided not to join any Cultivation Sect until he could ensure the safety of the Boundary Stone.
Thus, he recalled his two-year agreement with Zuo Qiu. This promise had long surpassed its deadline; although breaking it was unavoidable, the responsibility lay with Xunuo himself. He still held high hopes for Zuo Qiu's formation and resolved that once he left Copper Sand Sea and regained his freedom, he would visit Zuo Qiu to apologize.
Xunuo's appearance in Copper Sand Sea was under the cover of the Great Illusion Concealment Talisman as he left Boundary Space. After flying for a day at a slow pace, he activated the Against the Wind Boat only after the concealment effect of the talisman faded.
At this time, Chaotic Valley had descended into utter chaos. The Foundation Establishment Stage Valley Master remained indifferent to it all. However, the Three Sacred Mountains remained a forbidden area where anyone who entered would surely perish. Even Alchemists and Refiners who had previously established caves around the Three Sacred Mountains were driven away to the outskirts, leaving the area devoid of life.
The exodus from Chaotic Valley showed no signs of stopping. Those remaining were either exceptionally powerful or too fearful to leave. The incident involving missing High-Level Practitioners in Chaotic Valley had calmed down, allowing some cultivators to dare stay.
While flying away, Xunuo encountered a group of cultivators fleeing from Chaotic Valley. Most of these cultivators were familiar faces to him; even those he did not recognize knew him.
Xunuo needed information about Chaotic Valley's current situation and sought to learn from them. Although he knew his flight direction was away from Chaotic Valley, he was unaware of his destination. Thus, he halted his escape light and engaged in conversation with this group of cultivators. After gathering more accurate information, Xunuo continued on his journey aboard the Against the Wind Boat.
When Xunuo reappeared, he was far from Copper Sand Sea and had entered Jixi Country, adjacent to Great Liang Kingdom.
The Cave of Zuo Qiu Jian Ying is located within the Great Liang Kingdom. To a Cultivator, this distance is not considered far. However, Xunuo, riding the Against the Wind Boat, had expended a significant amount of spirit stones while flying out of the Copper Sand Sea. From now on, it would be impossible to rely on the Against the Wind Boat for flight. Fortunately, Xunuo was not lacking in Talismans, especially low-level Flying Talismans. Thus, for the remainder of the journey, Xunuo activated a Flying Talisman and soared toward the Great Liang Kingdom.
Along the way, there were two Markets established by the Jin Family. Xunuo took the opportunity to explore and purchased a batch of Minor Rejuvenation Pill auxiliary materials. It was at this moment that Xunuo carefully counted and realized that there were only a little over ten spirit stones left in his storage bag.
Seeing this situation, Xunuo knew it was not acceptable; spirit stones were the foundation of all transactions in the Cultivation world. They were also the power source for Xunuo's Against the Wind Boat. He could not allow a lack of spirit stones to ruin his plans or even cost him his life. After some consideration, Xunuo decided to part with some Talismans and medicinal materials in exchange for several hundred spirit stones, which restored his confidence.
A few days later, Xunuo appeared outside Zuo Qiu Jian Ying's Cave. This place was situated on a sunny hillside, with a large lake covering dozens of acres below. The entire area was enclosed by a large formation created by Zuo Qiu Jian Ying, turning it into a garden for his Cave. This formation offered no defense against Cultivators; it could only deter mortals and beasts.
Since Xunuo came as a guest to apologize, it would be inappropriate to force his way inside. He sent a Sound Transmission Talisman into the formation and waited quietly outside.
Upon receiving the Sound Transmission Talisman, Zuo Qiu Jian Ying felt both surprised and delighted. By this time, it had long surpassed the agreed-upon meeting time from years ago. A year prior, when Xunuo failed to show up for their appointment, Zuo Qiu Jian Ying had angrily gone to Dongfang Yunqing's Cave to demand an explanation. It was there he learned that Xunuo had been trapped in Chaotic Valley with an uncertain fate.
In fact, when Dongfang Yunqing mentioned that Xunuo's fate was uncertain, Zuo Qiu Jian Ying interpreted it as being likely dead. There had never been a case of someone surviving after falling into Chaotic Valley alone. Therefore, upon receiving Xunuo's Sound Transmission Talisman today, Zuo Qiu Jian Ying nearly rushed out in excitement. After examining it closely for half a day, he sighed and said, "Xue Dao You, it truly is you."
Xunuo repeatedly apologized and briefly explained his reasons for missing their appointment. Zuo Qiu Jian Ying felt a mix of emotions and invited Xunuo into the Cave. Both Zuo Qiu Jian Ying and his spouse were Cultivators at the tenth level of Basic Skill Method and were somewhat well-known in the Great Liang Kingdom's Cultivation community.
Once they were seated and offered fragrant tea, Zuo Qiu Jian Ying presented an improved version of the Mini Wind Penetrating Bamboo Formation before Xunuo.
Xunuo took a glance at it; this formation looked identical to his own at first glance. Observing Zuo Qiu Jian Ying's calm demeanor, Xunuo then extended his Divine Sense toward the formation. To his surprise, his Divine Sense passed through the formation as if it were empty space. This sensation was something he had only experienced when facing Foundation Stage Cultivators before; it had never felt this transparent.
Focusing his Divine Sense on one spot, he repeatedly examined this formation. After a moment, Xunuo clapped his hands and exclaimed, "Zuo Qiu! What an impressive technique! This Wind Through Sparse Bamboo Formation is truly something I have never seen in my life."
Zuo Qiu and his spouse exchanged glances before Zuo Qiu Jian Ying smiled and said, "Since you are satisfied with it, can we consider our agreement from back then fulfilled?"
Xunuo thought for a moment and said, "Naturally, I should make some compensation for not fulfilling my obligations in a timely manner."
Zuo Qiu Jian Ying glanced at Xunuo in surprise. Xunuo continued, "You mentioned that this formation still has defensive capabilities, but why not apply it to the formation itself?"
Zuo Qiu Jian Ying's face flushed slightly. He sighed and said, "The Great Liang Kingdom and the surrounding Eighteen Nations have largely detached from the Central Continent Cultivation Realm. The methods of artifact refinement have been almost completely lost. This formation I possess only retains the refining techniques and basic runes. If there were other runes to reference, perhaps we could fully restore its functions, but unfortunately..."
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