I Can See Through All Things' Information Chapter 1495 - 887:
Previously on I Can See Through All Things' Information...
Lu Qing's primary physical form entered the Star River Formation.
Compared to his Divine Thought Avatar, his true body possessed significantly greater power.
Although his immense aura was held in check, each of his motions seemed to synchronize him with the entire world.
The starlight showering down upon him was silently nullified by the faint Dao rhyme that enveloped him, rendering it incapable of breaching his defenses.
The distorted dimensions within the Star River Formation, its chaotic principles, and its multi-layered barriers appeared as if they didn't exist before him.
The folded spaces, which could disorient an ordinary Unity Realm cultivator, were fully understood by him with but a single glance.
He navigated the deadly formation traps meant to ensnare the powerful with nimble steps, discerning the most secure route.
Lu Qing meandered through the Star River Formation at a relaxed pace, exuding an air of unhurried elegance.
With a mere breath, Lu Qing had traversed the entire formation and gained entry into the Returning Ruins Secret Realm.
Suddenly, the vista dramatically expanded.
All appeared as it had before, with numerous outer palaces visible and countless restrictive lights still pulsing.
Without hesitation, Lu Qing advanced with a mere thought.
In the subsequent moment, he materialized within the Immortal Palace, standing directly before the Old Cyan Dragon and the others.
The Old Cyan Dragon, Black Bull, and Ming Feng were present in the hall, seemingly engrossed in contemplation following their recent encounter with their master’s Divine Thought.
Abruptly, a figure materialized from nothingness, landing before them.
The three Mutant Beasts were taken by surprise, instinctively preparing to retaliate.
Fortunately, they immediately recognized Lu Qing, allowing them to exhale a collective sigh of relief.
Concurrently, a sense of profound awe began to blossom within them.
They had not detected Lu Qing's approach in any way.
The Old Cyan Dragon, in particular, was filled with consternation as it detected absolutely no spatial distortion whatsoever.
Possessing mastery over the Space Dao and partial dominion over the Immortal Palace itself, it maintained its vigil.
Within this secret realm, even if a Transformation Immortal were to descend and employ Spatial Shifting, a subtle trace would invariably be detectable.
Yet, Lu Qing's arrival had yielded no such indication.
It was as though he had appeared from thin air, without any precursor.
What conclusion could be drawn from this?
It signified that Lu Qing's attainments in the realm of Space Dao now greatly overshadowed its own.
The Old Cyan Dragon was utterly astonished.
Even though it was aware that Lu Qing's Divine Thought fusion had incorporated the Space Avenue, it was only at this precise moment that the true extent of Lu Qing's mastery over space, far exceeding its own comprehension, became apparent.
The Black Bull patted its chest, exclaiming, "You gave me quite a scare! Ah Qing, couldn't you perhaps give us a little warning when you arrive next time? My heart nearly jumped out of my chest!"
Ming Feng smoothed its slightly disarranged plumage, its demeanor suggesting it had not yet fully recovered from the shock.
Lu Qing offered a gentle smile, choosing not to elaborate.
With a mere act of will, the Divine Thought Avatar beside him transformed into a stream of light and merged back into his main body.
Instantly, the aura emanating from Lu Qing intensified further.
Observing this, the Old Cyan Dragon inwardly sighed with great depth.
Even when confronting Lu Qing's Divine Thought Avatar previously, it had already experienced immense pressure.
Now, facing his primary physical form, that pressure was amplified manifold.
Lu Qing stood there motionless, yet the Old Cyan Dragon felt as though it were confronting an abyss—immeasurable and unfathomable.
"Ah Qing, your current strength," the Old Cyan Dragon murmured, "has completely surpassed all of us."
Lu Qing inclined his head slightly in a gesture of humility, "Senior, you are too kind. I have only just entered the Unity Realm, and there remains much for me to learn."
The Old Cyan Dragon responded with a wry smile, "Just entered the Unity Realm? If you were to say such a thing, I doubt anyone would believe you."
It paused briefly before stating seriously, "Ah Qing, have you come here in your main body to refine the Immortal Palace?"
Lu Qing nodded, confirming, "Precisely. Refining the Immortal Palace is no minor undertaking; relying solely on the Divine Thought Avatar might prove insufficient, hence my decision to come in person with my main body."
The Old Cyan Dragon affirmed, "That is as it should be. After all, the Immortal Palace is a Dao Artifact, and its refinement necessitates the presence of the main body."
Lu Qing inquired, "Senior, what is the method for refining the Immortal Palace?"
The Old Cyan Dragon contemplated for a moment before commencing its explanation.
"The Immortal Palace is a treasure passed down through our master's lineage; it is also a Dao Artifact. In the past, when the master traversed the cosmos, he frequently relied on this treasure to navigate perilous situations. Later, upon establishing the Returning Ruins Secret Realm, the master designated the Immortal Palace as its central artifact."
A moment of silence followed, before the explanation continued, "When our master departed, his original intention was to take the Immortal Palace along. After all, this Dao Artifact had been with him for countless years, perfectly synchronized with his will. However, for reasons unknown, the master ultimately decided to leave this Dao Artifact behind."
The Black Bull chimed in, "Indeed, we were quite perplexed at the time. Why would our Master abandon the Immortal Palace? That treasure was practically an extension of his heart."
Ming Feng added his agreement, "Yes, we all presumed the master would certainly take it with him, but he surprisingly did not."
The Old Cyan Dragon mused, "Reflecting on it now, the master's decision to leave the Immortal Palace behind likely stemmed from two primary reasons. Firstly, he might have been anticipating your arrival, intending to leave behind a suitable treasure for you. Secondly, it served as a means of protection for us."
"Protection?" Lu Qing inquired, a question tinged with curiosity.
The Old Cyan Dragon affirmed with a nod, "As a powerful Dao Artifact, the Immortal Palace possesses the ability to sever ties with the Heavenly Mechanism and obscure the threads of Cause and Effect. Our master was likely concerned that should a powerful individual from the Otherworld employ the Cause and Effect Technique to pinpoint this location, the Immortal Palace would shield us from detection."
Lu Qing's mind drifted back to the earlier words spoken by the Gui Xu Taoist, a sense of deep contemplation washing over him.
This mentor's foresight was truly remarkable, demonstrating a level of planning far beyond ordinary comprehension.
The Old Cyan Dragon then elaborated, "Ah Qing, to successfully refine the Immortal Palace, you must journey to its deepest core, where a control center resides. Should you manage to refine this core, you will gain absolute command over the entire Immortal Palace."