I Have A Cultivation World Chapter 2633 - 1203: Inside the Tomb (2)

It is discovered that if the Three Yin Destruction Array is established upon the Ice Spirit Vein, it will incessantly refine ice spiritual energy into pure Yin cold flows. This is the most unadulterated form of pure Yin spiritual energy, imbued with the profound mysteries of creation. Only those who cultivate the corresponding cultivation techniques are capable of refining and utilizing it for their own advancement.

In eras past, the very reason the Ice Heaven and Snow Lands attained their sacred land status was attributed to such fortunate circumstances.

The Nascent Soul stage cultivators of their Sect can leverage these pure Yin cold flows to purify their true qi and vital essence, thereby expelling the corrupting influence of Dan poison and accelerating their cultivation progression.

"I comprehend. If that is the reality, then Jade Shatter True Monarch was rather self-serving in appropriating the Three Yin Destruction Array for his own Cultivating Void aspirations."

Upon hearing this explanation, Chen Mobai offered this simple observation.

Although Han Xingzi and Luo Ying Shangren harbored similar thoughts within their hearts, they dared not voice their agreement and could only awkwardly pivot the conversation: "Sect Master Chen, the passage to the Ice-sealed Mausoleum has now been unveiled. Let us proceed inside."

Chen Mobai directed his gaze toward the entrance, stabilized by the Mysterious Yin Talisman before him, and with a nod, he stepped forward to enter first.

Witnessing this action, Han Xingzi and Luo Ying Shangren harbored internal admiration before swiftly following in his wake.

Immediately after the trio made their entry, the portal held ajar by the Mysterious Yin Talisman abruptly contracted and vanished from sight.

Chen Mobai's true form materialized from the void, and upon perceiving the point of disappearance, he grasped the full extent of the situation's complexities.

The Mysterious Yin Talisman remained precisely where it was, serving as a marker for the entrance to the Ice-sealed Mausoleum, and would also function as the sole egress in times to come.

Chen Mobai's eyes gleamed with spiritual luminescence, allowing him to perceive the intrinsic nature of the Mysterious Yin Talisman.

It is identified as a lower-grade spirit talisman of the sixth rank. Beyond its capacity to open the Ice-sealed Mausoleum, it possesses additional functionalities, but their activation would result in its consumption.

In contrast, the Three Veins of Ice Heaven would undoubtedly prioritize retaining this talisman for sustained and future access to the Ice-sealed Mausoleum.

Following his examination of the Mysterious Yin Talisman, Chen Mobai initiated his Void Evasion Technique to probe the path ahead, and before long, he detected the presence of a void barrier.

He felt an intuition that entry into the Ice-sealed Mausoleum could be achieved without the talisman's activation, simply by taking a single step forward.

However, with the solemn warning from Heavenly Blessing, Chen Mobai certainly would not permit his true body to venture forth.

It would be far wiser to permit the Second Primeval Spirit to undertake a thorough exploration.

...

Upon penetrating the Ice-sealed Mausoleum, Chen Mobai experienced a sensation akin to passing through air, his form continuously descending. He promptly activated the fire pattern embedded within the Pure Yang Immortal Robe, manifesting it as a Flame Dragon to bear him, thus halting his downward trajectory mid-air.

The ambient temperature in this locale was significantly more frigid than that of the snow-covered mountains observed externally; any ordinary life form entering this environment would likely face immediate freezing.

Casting his gaze around, Chen Mobai found himself suspended above the surface of a lake, its expanse smooth and transparent as a colossal mirror, evidently frozen. It mirrored the surrounding snow-capped mountains, the azure sky, and the cotton-white clouds, exuding a distinct aura of pristine purity.

"Sect Master Chen, this is Mirror Lake, the outermost periphery of the Ice-sealed Mausoleum. The perimeter of Mirror Lake is characterized by a snow-covered plain forest, abundant with numerous precious herbs and rare exotic fruits. Initially, this was the most prized medicinal field of the Ice Heaven and Snow Lands. However, since its transformation into a mausoleum, our access is restricted to once every 120 years, and each individual is permitted to take only a modest quantity. On several occasions, Nascent Soul cultivators from the Three Veins of Ice Heaven have taken excessively and found themselves unable to depart."

"Beyond the snow plain forest lies the Snow Cloud Mountain, which is the location of the mausoleum itself. The highest pinnacle, Snow Cloud Peak, is the very site where the founder faltered in his Cultivating Void attempt and ultimately met his demise."

"To ascend Snow Cloud Peak, passage through several ice caverns, designated as Illusion Color Spirit Caves, is mandatory. These caves are enveloped in mystical mists and house lost secret techniques devised by our Sect's predecessors."

"After navigating the ice caves, one may proceed to ascend towards Snow Cloud Peak by traversing the Crystal Waterfall, as aerial movement is strictly prohibited within the confines of the mausoleum..."

As Han Xingzi stood upon the icy expanse of Mirror Lake and delivered this account, his words faltered upon observing Chen Mobai suspended in mid-air, borne by the Flame Dragon.

It became evident that the prohibition on flight was applicable only to cultivators below the Divinity Transformation stage.

"In that case, let us adhere to local customs."

Upon hearing this, Chen Mobai promptly dispelled the Flame Dragon and gracefully alighted upon the lake's frozen surface.

The archives of the Dao Morale Sect do, in fact, contain records of these occurrences. Back then, experts in Divinity Transformation from the Three Great Sacred Lands utilized the Xuanji Instrument, positioned above both heaven and earth, to locate this very place. They then proceeded into the mausoleum, guided by a Divinity Transformation cultivator from Taixu Miaomiao Palace. However, as they neared Snow Cloud Peak, an intensely terrifying freezing power was detected, engulfing everything in its path.

This formidable power was what ultimately deterred them from proceeding further.

After all, Jade Shatter True Monarch was a cultivator who had nearly reached Ascendance. The residual power he left behind before his demise could very well pose a threat capable of vanquishing even a Divinity Transformation cultivator.

Although Chen Mobai's Second Primordial Spirit was equipped with the sixth-rank Primordial Yang Sword, it would be far more advantageous to obtain the Dao Fruit without resorting to conflict. Moreover, considering this was another's territory, maintaining a polite approach was deemed the most prudent course of action.

"Sect Master Chen, kindly follow us."

Noticing that Chen Mobai showed no intention of directly flying with them to Snow Cloud Peak, Han Xingzi experienced a flicker of disappointment but, maintaining his composure, guided them toward the snow plain forest situated on the shores of Mirror Lake.

As they traversed Mirror Lake, Chen Mobai observed countless translucent spirit fish swimming in unison beneath the frozen surface. Han Xingzi introduced these creatures as Cold Fish, extolling their exceptionally delicious taste and tender flesh, deeming them an excellent spiritual object for cultivators who practiced ice-attribute techniques.

"Our Jade Shatter Hall also cultivates these. Should Sect Master Chen have the inclination, I shall arrange for a hundred to be delivered once we depart."

Han Xingzi extended his generous offer, and Chen Mobai offered a slight nod, considering that these might indeed bolster his Ice Spirit Root. He thought it would be prudent to bring some back for his daughter and Yan Bingxuan to sample.

Through the course of their conversation, the trio successfully crossed Mirror Lake and arrived at the edge of the dense forest. The trees here stood remarkably tall and robust, their branches heavily laden with thick snow, presenting an image akin to a phalanx of towering sentinels clad in silver armor. At intermittent intervals, sightings of snow rabbits, snow foxes, and snow deer could be afforded.

Chen Mobai’s gaze briefly swept over clusters of snow-white lotus flowers and fruits resembling semi-transparent crystals, each emanating an aura indicative of the fifth rank. There was no doubt these were spiritual objects of considerable age, surpassing ten thousand years.

"Sect Master Chen, each individual permitted entry may claim one fifth-rank, three fourth-rank, and ten third-rank spiritual items... Given your esteemed status as a distinguished guest, you are entitled to take the first pick."

Han Xingzi addressed him, adhering to the established practices observed by the Three Veins of Ice Heaven over millennia.

"In that case, I shall not hesitate to accept."

Had Han Xingzi not extended the invitation, Chen Mobai, ever the paragon of virtue, would certainly have abstained from taking anything. However, with the host's explicit suggestion, he offered a smile and proceeded to select a fifth-rank snow-white lotus, three fourth-rank crystal fruits, along with other assorted spiritual objects.

These could be transported back to the Immortal Gate for Yuan Xu to refine into potent elixirs, providing more than sufficient resources for both Yan Bingxuan and Chen Xiaohei to achieve the Nascent Soul Realm in their cultivation.

Particularly the fifth-rank snow lotus, its medicinal properties were exceptionally potent, perhaps requiring refinement petal by petal to be utilized effectively by them.

Under Han Xingzi's guidance, they navigated seamlessly through the array prohibitions within the snow plain forest, eventually reaching the extremities of the towering snow-capped mountains.

Chen Mobai observed the highest summit, Snow Cloud Peak, its form concealed within a dense shroud of clouds. It appeared to be under the watch of an enigmatic giant in the heavens. Midway up the mountainside, a pristine white ice crystal waterfall cascaded downwards, with fragments of translucent ice coalescing in mid-air before plummeting to the ground, resembling the Milky Way descending into the mortal realm—an extraordinarily beautiful sight.

To reach Snow Cloud Peak, nestled amidst surrounding snow mountains, one would have to traverse multiple ice caves if not opting for aerial travel.

Following Han Xingzi and Luo Ying Shangren, Chen Mobai soon encountered a divergence in their path.

"Sect Master Chen, these three cave entrances correspond to the Three Yin Dao Fruits, each containing inheritances connected to our sect within. Whatever treasures you acquire will be a matter of fate and your own comprehension."

"I shall proceed into the Taiyin Cave on the left, and Junior Sister will take the Mysterious Yin Cave in the center."

"Sect Master Chen may accompany us or choose the Shaoyin Cave to venture through alone, but ultimately, all three paths converge at the waterfall of Snow Cloud Peak."

Han Xingzi, concerned that Chen Mobai might misconstrue their intentions and suspect they planned to isolate him, offered this explanation while indicating the three diverging cave entrances.

"Then let us indeed part ways and each take our own route."

Chen Mobai deliberated for a moment, his confidence unwavering in his ability to fully grasp the ice heritage through his own comprehension. He reasoned that splitting up would prevent any potential fracturing of Han Xingzi and Luo Ying Shangren's Dao Hearts.

"Very well. We shall reconvene at Snow Cloud Peak."

With these final words, Han Xingzi stepped into the leftmost cave entrance. Luo Ying Shangren offered Chen Mobai a slight bow before disappearing into the middle passage.