Longevity through Upgrading Buildings Chapter 818 - 339: Ji Yuan Arrives at the Extreme Abyss

The reason behind Qiu Qianhai's frequent struggles to regain command of his body each time Nightmare True Monarch exerted influence was the immense effort required for recovery.

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"The barrier of light is diminishing rapidly; in three days, it shall vanish entirely."

"That is precisely the moment the Ascension Gate will reveal itself."

Within the abyssal depths of the Fallen Immortal Gully, nestled in a crevice framed by colossal rocks, a solitary figure cloaked in black, sporting a conical hat, sat in a cross-legged posture.

The conical hat served a dual purpose, primarily as a disguise.

Ji Yuan had discovered that while the Spirit Devouring Armor, which masked his Spiritual Qi, combined with the deceptive headwear, offered sufficient protection against demonic beasts, a different approach was necessary when confronting fellow cultivators.

This was due to the cultivators' possession of Divine Sense.

Consequently, Ji Yuan had secretly fashioned a coffin-like structure from a massive stone, taken from the ancestral domain of the Merfolk Race, intending to conceal himself within it when needed.

Presently, he periodically extended his Divine Sense to survey the surrounding environment.

While no sentient humans were detected, the presence of living beasts was abundant.

Many of these Sea Beasts, guided by their innate survival instincts, recognized this area as a safer passage to the surface and had consequently migrated here.

As a result, a considerable number of Sea Beasts now inhabited this region.

The majority belonged to Tier Two, followed by Tier One, with Tier Three beasts being the least common.

Even with Ji Yuan's formidable strength, he exercised caution, refraining from reckless actions. However, he recognized its potential as a hunting ground for future Demon Pill acquisition.

Sea Beasts emerging from the Fallen Immortal Gully possessed robust physical bodies but lacked potent Spiritual Energy and Mana techniques.

It presented an advantageous location for hunting demons and obtaining their Demon Pills.

Thus, Ji Yuan remained in the deep sea for several more days, patiently awaiting the complete dissipation of the light screen above.

Initially, a few Sea Beasts had ventured out, only to disappear without a trace.

Subsequently, the remaining Sea Beasts became agitated, churning the waters as they frantically ascended.

Some Sea Beasts, overcome by excitement and a lack of self-control, inadvertently unleashed their Spiritual Qi.

This resulted in the formation of Water Blades, which tragically claimed the lives of many Sea Beasts.

A more astute portion of the beasts chose not to rush outwards. Instead, they retreated to the seabed, feeding on the remains of their fallen and injured kin.

After all, their initial impulse to venture out was driven by the pursuit of sustenance and the enhancement of their capabilities.

With a readily available food source presenting itself without the need for risk, why would they abstain from indulging?

Ji Yuan found himself quite appreciative of these more cunning Sea Beasts. He selectively gathered the Demon Pills from the deceased and injured ones.

However, after investigating several locations, he only managed to find a handful of Tier Two Demon Pills.

Not a single Tier Three Demon Pill was discovered.

Ji Yuan had no choice but to abandon this fruitless pursuit.

Regarding the prospect of accumulating wealth by collecting Demon Pills, Ji Yuan found it unnecessary.

His Spirit Vein was capable of generating over thirty thousand Mid-grade Spirit Stones annually. Furthermore, after more than three years of secluded cultivation underwater, he had not expended a single Spirit Stone.

Consequently, his reserves of Spirit Stones had reached an astonishing magnitude.

Given this situation, he decided it was time to depart.

Ji Yuan cast his gaze westward, towards the direction from which he had come. Without a moment's hesitation, he propelled himself forward, his entire form morphing into a long sword that sliced through the watery expanse of the Fallen Immortal Gully.

It was akin to an ascension towards the heavens.

In an instant, Ji Yuan arrived at the apex of the Fallen Immortal Gully, the same location he had reached previously.

However, on his prior attempt, he had been obstructed by a formidable array formation.

This time, as Ji Yuan passed through with ease, a profound sensation of having narrowly escaped mortal peril washed over him.

He forcefully suppressed the urge to cry out, instead choosing to extend his Divine Sense to scan the surroundings.

The Sea Beasts that had just begun their escape from the depths were already engaged in frenzied combat.

They attacked both other encountered Sea Beasts and their own companions who had recently fled the Fallen Immortal Gully.

The turbulent spiritual Qi and the shifting currents on the seabed deterred Ji Yuan from approaching.

After all, numerous Tier Three Demon Beasts were interspersed within the chaos.

If he were to be surrounded, even his considerable strength would offer little guarantee of survival.

After a brief pause, Ji Yuan continued his journey eastward, soaring towards the surface of the sea.

A moment later, from the previously chaotic sea surface, a figure erupted, transforming into a stream of dark golden light that swiftly departed.

"I'm out!"

"Finally, I am free!"

"I, Ji Yuan, have finally set foot upon the Jiyuan Continent!"

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Unable to voice his elation, Ji Yuan could only unleash a torrent of exultant shouts within the confines of his heart, the unbridled joy of surviving a great trial consuming him.

This overwhelming sense of triumph filled Ji Yuan with immeasurable excitement.

He had no certainty of his current location, but he knew he was far removed from the entrance point.

His immediate priority was to locate someone and gather essential information.

Ji Yuan made a concerted effort to expand his Divine Sense, but within the visible range, there was only the boundless sea, an endless expanse of water.

No indication of human presence, nor even a sign of land or any islands, could be discerned.

However, this is a natural occurrence; persistent eastward flight will inevitably lead to encounters.

Clinging to this conviction, Ji Yuan coursed eastward for a full day and night.

At long last, the initial island of the Jiyuan Continent materialized before him.

The island's sheer size was comparable to the Black Dragon Island of yesteryear... Ah, habitants are present!

Ji Yuan pressed onward, and as he approached, a solitary figure, that of a woman, became visible on the otherwise unnamed isle...

Before Ji Yuan could get a clearer view, he observed three streaks of Escape Light hurtling towards him from the east.

Then, the woman on this desolate island made a hasty retreat, initially southward, but upon seemingly spotting Ji Yuan, she altered her course directly towards him.

"A trap! They intend to ensnare me!"

Ji Yuan immediately grasped the Female Cultivator's ploy. Yet, before he could react, the three Core Formation Cultivators, employing some form of uncanny Escape Technique, appeared to blur and instantaneously encircled Ji Yuan and the Female Cultivator in a tight formation.