Longevity through Upgrading Buildings Chapter 789 - 329: The Terrifying Fallen Immortal Gully

"Go!"

Following Ji Yuan's command, he promptly unleashed his magical treasure and set course towards the east.

However, the instant he departed, a water blade materialized out of thin air directly ahead of the Mountain of Mind and Heart.

"Not good!"

Ji Yuan swiftly commanded the dust-sized Mountain of Mind and Heart to tilt slightly, narrowly avoiding a fatal strike.

Had this water blade connected...

Even if the Mountain of Mind and Heart remained intact, it would have suffered severe damage. Any harm to his lifebound magical treasure would undoubtedly affect Ji Yuan himself.

A close call indeed.

After a brief pause to ensure no more water blades appeared and no sea beasts lurked, Ji Yuan reactivated his lifebound magical treasure and resumed his eastward flight.

Yet, the moment the Mountain of Mind and Heart moved, Ji Yuan detected another water blade conjuring from the northwest, slicing towards his treasure.

Ji Yuan swiftly altered his lifebound magical treasure's course to evade it.

...This is unexpected. Back on the Cangluo Continent, my luck was quite reasonable. What gives? Since arriving in the Fallen Immortal Gully, misfortune seems to stalk my every step.

This time, Ji Yuan extended his wait considerably, observing for the duration of an incense stick's burn, before again activating his lifebound magical treasure. And this time, his cautious probing was abandoned.

He dashed forward with utmost ferocity from the outset.

In mere moments, the Mountain of Mind and Heart surged over a dozen miles.

But immediately thereafter, Ji Yuan beheld a sight he would never forget.

Where the Mountain of Mind and Heart had traveled, numerous dense water blades materialized. While the majority struck the path it had traversed, a significant number targeted the treasure's current position.

Ji Yuan instantly focused all his will, dedicating himself to maneuvering the Mountain of Mind and Heart, his lifebound magical treasure.

Guiding it to weave and dodge through the onslaught of countless water blades.

Not a single mistake could be afforded.

After what felt like dozens of breaths, the dense barrage of water blades finally dissipated completely.

Within the magical treasure, Ji Yuan only then became aware that his back was slick with cold sweat. He drew a deep breath, finally relaxing. The Mountain of Mind and Heart, having lost its directed momentum, wobbled and began to descend into the sea depths.

But a peculiar phenomenon occurred. Prior to its descent, the Mountain of Mind and Heart had been under siege, yet this time... not a single water blade materialized.

Ji Yuan, seated cross-legged at the entrance to his Cave Mansion, observed this anomaly.

There must be an underlying reason for this!

"Why is it that when I actively control the Mountain of Mind and Heart, it draws attacks, but when it moves on its own, no such attacks occur? Even earlier, during the undercurrent, when I remained still, the Mountain of Mind and Heart was unaffected."

"Could it be that the rule within the Fallen Immortal Gully prohibits self-initiated movement?"

"But if that were the case, why are the sea beasts capable of moving so freely?"

Ji Yuan's gaze passed through the magical treasure, observing a colossal octopus gliding by. Judging by its size, it was likely a Tier Two Sea Beast.

Yet, within the Fallen Immortal Gully, it seemed utterly unaffected by the water blades, swimming without hindrance.

What is the secret behind this phenomenon?

Ji Yuan remained seated cross-legged, deeply perplexed.

He stayed there, watching from his Cave Mansion entrance until the Spirit Vein had generated Spirit Stones twice over. Only then did he clap his hands together and rise abruptly.

His entire demeanor shifted from gloom to vibrant energy and determination.

"Spiritual Qi!"

"It must be Spiritual Qi!"

Within this Fallen Immortal Gully, any fluctuation in Spiritual Qi triggers indiscriminate attacks from the water blades, effectively acting as a beacon for them. If one doesn't actively induce these water blades, they appear spontaneously, but far less frequently.

Ji Yuan had waited for ages without witnessing many water blades.

This very reason is precisely why the Fallen Immortal Gully is considered a forbidden zone for cultivators.

Since cultivators rely on mana, the moment they enter, they are subjected to relentless assaults from water blades.

Even cultivators at the Nascent Soul stage might evade the initial onslaught, but could they possibly withstand the second or third wave?

An endless volley of water blades is simply not something they can endure.

"This also explains why the Mountain of Mind and Heart moves autonomously without being attacked, yet my control over it provokes attacks. Furthermore, the surrounding sea beasts exhibit no Spiritual Qi fluctuations as they swim."

"If survival in the Fallen Immortal Gully depends on the absence of mana Spiritual Qi fluctuations, then it's a mere fantasy for other cultivators. However, for me... it is not difficult."

"Because I possess Spirit-Devouring Bees, capable of transforming into Spirit Devouring Armor, which can isolate spiritual power. Even if true peril arises, I retain the combat prowess of a body cultivator."

"Why don't I... attempt to venture out?"

Without further delay.

With a thought from Ji Yuan, all the Spirit-Devouring Bees within the Spirit Beast Bag erupted forth. They settled upon his body's surface, transforming into a dark, golden scaled armor that completely encased him, leaving only his eyes to gleam with a scarlet light.

"Go!"

Ji Yuan propelled himself forward. The instant he departed the Mountain of Mind and Heart, he drew this lifebound magical treasure back into his being.

Even such a minuscule fluctuation in Spiritual Qi triggered the appearance of three water blades, which lunged from as many distinct directions.

His body weaved and shifted multiple times on the spot, skillfully evading the trio of water blades.

At last, his feet settled firmly upon the sandy floor of the Fallen Immortal Gully. He took in his surroundings with a full scan, and no further water blades materialized.

"It worked!"

"I knew this would succeed!"

Having discovered a viable path to survival, Ji Yuan softly exhaled, unable to resist clenching his fists in triumph.

Now that I can venture out without confronting the sea's surface wind curtain, I shall quietly traverse the seabed. I believe it won't be long before I reach the Extreme Abyss Continent... Ji Yuan mused internally, discerning his eastward direction with some clarity, then he leaped and began to speed along.

From that point onward, no more water blades assailed him.

Months vanished in the blink of an eye. Ji Yuan had lost count of the perils he faced on the seabed of the Fallen Immortal Gully. Yet, these dangers primarily consisted of sudden water blade manifestations and targeted attacks from sea beasts.

A modicum of caution was required to evade the water blades. As for the sea beasts... Tier Two beasts were crushed, while Tier Three beasts necessitated a hasty retreat.

He had yet to encounter a Tier Four Sea Beast.

Another dozen days elapsed. While navigating the ocean floor, Ji Yuan abruptly halted his advance, landing on the seabed. He pried something resembling a spear tip from a rock face.

"This seabed... someone else was here?!"

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