Cultivation Starts from Farming Chapter 1042 - 444: Lifespan Increased; News of the Profound Celestial Spiritual Treasure

"The apparent dangers of this expedition... are actually quite minimal," Xu Ping stated with composure.

Considering our trio, Ao Guang, the Dragon King, is a fifth-rank True Dragon. Within the outer seas, his ability to harness world rules elevates his might to the absolute pinnacle amongst early-stage Divinity Transformation cultivators.

Even when displaced to the Central Domain, where his environmental advantage diminishes, he still surpasses ordinary cultivators at the same early Divinity Transformation stage.

Coupled with the enigmatic and elusive Nine Nether Elder, and myself, who wields dual treasures, has achieved minor success in sword force, and possesses a Divine Sense matching the Divinity Transformation level.

Such a formidable union of three Divinity Transformation-level powers would only face a genuine threat from the fabled mid-stage Divinity Transformation cultivators.

However, cultivators at the mid-stage of Divinity Transformation are akin to mythical beings across the known world; their very existence is a matter of speculation, let alone encountering one as an adversary.

The likelihood of such an event is practically nil.

With the most severe potential threats neutralized in his assessment, Xu Ping's thoughts naturally turned to other possibilities.

The Central Domain, serving as the venue for the centennial exchange gathering of Divinity Transformation cultivators from the eight great realms, is certain to be a repository of unparalleled treasures and awe-inspiring cultivation techniques.

While the prospect of discovering those exceptionally rare spiritual objects that facilitate breakthroughs to Divinity Transformation remains exceedingly slim, bordering on impossible, there will undoubtedly be an abundance of other valuable items available.

Whether it be artifacts that deepen one's grasp of the sword dao, essential components for constructing fourth-rank top-grade puppets, or even legacies for inscribing higher-tier talismans, such discoveries might well occur during this journey.

"Nevertheless, the cost for such high-caliber treasures will be astronomical," Xu Ping acknowledged with full awareness.

In the commerce between Divinity Transformation cultivators, common Spirit Stones are rarely sufficient for standard transactions; exchanges will predominantly involve bartering of items or settlement using exceptionally scarce hard currency.

"Our preparations must be exceedingly thorough."

"Quasi-fifth-rank talismans, boasting immense power and broad utility, also hold considerable value for Divinity Transformation cultivators."

"With three years still at our disposal, it is imperative that I craft as many as I possibly can!"

Upon reaching this conclusion, Xu Ping lost no time, immediately immersing himself in a new period of secluded cultivation.

His objective: to produce more Lesser Void Annihilation Divine Thunder Talismans and to delve into the research of other potential quasi-fifth-rank talismans, thereby amassing sufficient 'ammunition' and 'capital' for the impending expedition into the Central Domain.

...

Three years transpired in quiet diligence, marked by intensive talisman crafting and occasional strategic refinements.

On this particular day.

Within the most restricted core area of the True Dragon Main Palace, situated in the crushing depths of the abyssal sea.

An immense inter-realm teleportation array, meticulously assembled from countless rare space Crystal Stones, stellar cores, and secret symbols of the Dragon Race, pulsed with faint yet vast spatial energies.

At the array's nexus stood three figures, positioned side-by-side.

They were Xu Ping, the Nine Nether Elder, and Ao Guang, the Dragon King, who had partially manifested his draconic form, amplifying his inherent majesty.

"Initiate," Ao Guang commanded, his voice resonating deeply.

Several formidable fourth-rank top-grade True Dragons, tasked with safeguarding the array, inclined their heads in unison and simultaneously channeled their Dragon Essence into dozens of critical nodes encircling the formation.

"Buzz!"

Instantly, the entire array blazed with an intense azure luminescence, unleashing a potent spatial vortex from its epicenter, which completely enveloped Xu Ping and his companions.

Following a moment of extreme brilliance, the light abruptly contracted.

The array's core was now vacant, with only the lingering, unsettled spatial ripples bearing witness to the inter-realm transmission that had just transpired.

...

Central Domain, Abyssal Sea region.

In the profound depths of this oceanic expanse, a majestic Dragon Palace, fashioned from colossal coral structures, ancient dragon bones, and materials of unknown metallic origin, rested in silent grandeur.

Deep within the sacred confines of the Dragon Palace, upon an altar adorned with an intricate tapestry of spatial and water element motifs, the Array Stone Platform emitted a subdued glow.

Abruptly, the spirit patterns surrounding the stone platform ignited in unison, and the fabric of space began to churn with violent fluctuations.

The deep blue portal shimmered, and three figures, appearing slightly insubstantial, materialized instantaneously upon the altar.

These were Xu Ping, the Nine Nether Elder, and Ao Guang, the Dragon King, who had successfully traversed realms via teleportation.

The fleeting disorientation associated with inter-realm travel was almost immediately overcome by beings at the Divinity Transformation level.

Xu Ping surveyed his surroundings, his gaze sweeping across the entirety of the hall.

It presented as a magnificent chamber, resplendent in the distinct architectural style of the Dragon Race, exuding an atmosphere of solemnity and grandeur, with the very air thick with potent water spirit energy and a subtle, pervasive draconic aura.

"Father."

A middle-aged man, adorned in scholar’s robes and a jade horn upon his head, possessed a gentle aura. He had been awaiting below the altar and offered a respectful bow upon the sight of Ao Guang the Dragon King.

This scion was one of Ao Guang Dragon King’s gifted offspring, tasked with overseeing the True Dragon Hall’s stronghold within the Abyssal Sea of the Central Domain.

"Hmm."

Ao Guang Dragon King acknowledged with a slight nod before descending from the altar.

Xu Ping and Nine Nether Elder followed his lead.

Xu Ping recalled Ao Guang Dragon King’s explanation: the Central Domain, being a neutral territory, welcomed the establishment of bases by Divinity Transformation powers from all major realms for settlement and commerce.

It wasn't only the True Dragon Hall and Star Palace from the Wind Origin Realm but also the Heaven-Suppressing Sect from the Nanchuan Realm that had secured their own territories here.

"I wonder if the Heaven-Suppressing Sect's Divinity Transformation elder will grace the Central Domain with their presence this time," Xu Ping mused, a chilling, penetrating killing intent flashing in his eyes.

The Nanchuan Realm represented his prospective location for a future breakthrough into Divinity Transformation. However, the Heaven-Suppressing Sect’s presence there, coupled with their long-standing animosity towards him, posed a significant obstacle on his chosen path.

Past resentments and fresh hatred demanded eradication.

If he could uncover the Divinity Transformation elder’s background within the Central Domain, or even seize an opportunity to strike back, it would undoubtedly prove advantageous.

At this juncture, Ao Guang Dragon King turned towards Xu Ping and Nine Nether Elder. "Friends, our destination for this expedition is Central Cloud City, the very heart of the Central Domain.

The journey from our current location to Central Cloud City is considerable; we shall utilize the teleportation array within this hall to expedite our arrival."