Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 1886: 1412: Harvest

Yet, because this requirement originated from their own ancestor and had been vowed already, the Elder possessed no means to resist it; the Phoenix Clan simply could not tolerate that level of disgrace!

Furthermore, employing five Spiritual Objects to gain the favor of a Heavenly Immortal capable of eliminating the concealed threat inside the Phoenix Ancestor’s body proves beneficial when viewed over the long haul.

The Phoenix Ancestor probably took this factor into account as well.

Having pondered it carefully, the Phoenix Clan Elder composed himself and dispatched a subordinate to the molten fire pit to await Li Zhirui’s arrival.

Meanwhile.

After an hour passed, Li Zhirui’s inner Mana had replenished to roughly thirty or forty percent, prompting him to gather his strength and rise, as the surroundings truly hindered his restoration.

“Senior, with this issue settled, if no other matters remain, I’ll depart now.” He offered his farewell.

“Very well.”

The Phoenix Ancestor raised no objection; she had observed Li Zhirui’s unease and advised, “Upon exiting, you’ll encounter a junior assigned to receive you; he’ll escort you to the Phoenix Clan’s hidden vault, allowing you to select any five treasures freely.”

“This…”

Noticing his intent to refuse, the Phoenix Ancestor cut in firmly, “Don’t turn it down! It’s your deserved compensation.”

“My gratitude, Senior; I’ll accept it then.”

“I return this tail feather to you, Senior.”

This tail feather holds a high rank, infused with a hint of the Phoenix Clan’s core essence and tempered in this setting for eons, transforming it into a full-fledged Heavenly Immortal Rank Spiritual Object long ago.

“No need to reclaim a gift once bestowed.”

“Come, I’ll guide you outside.”

With those words, she shifted into a blazing Fire Phoenix of liquid lava, paving the way for Li Zhirui.

The journey back proved swifter than the inbound path, and before long, beams of daylight streamed into view.

“Salutations to the Phoenix Ancestor and Senior.” A Phoenix Clan Earth Immortal, stationed outside for quite some time, hastened to bow deeply at the sight of them.

“Fellow Daoist, proceed with Little Yanzi to the hidden vault.”

The Phoenix Ancestor spoke with regret, “Your techniques have fully purged the ancient Earth Evil Fire Poison from my body. I must now retreat to heal and regain my vigor; forgive me for not escorting you myself.”

“Senior, focus on recovery; no need for ceremonies.”

“Ensure Li receives the utmost care in my absence. Should I learn post-seclusion of any slight against Fellow Daoist, I won’t forgive it lightly!”

Feng Yan pledged swiftly, “Phoenix Ancestor, worry not; we’ll guarantee Senior suffers no injustice whatsoever.”

Fearing repercussions for any oversight.

Li Zhirui could merely offer a subtle smile nearby; clearly, the Phoenix Ancestor held this Earth Immortal junior in high regard, or she wouldn’t warn so sternly.

“I’ll head back now. Should Fellow Daoist revisit the Undying Volcano someday, the Phoenix Clan will welcome you with utmost splendor and reverence.”

“I appreciate your generosity, Senior.” Li Zhirui responded smilingly; he recognized it as courteous words, and who could say when he might return.

By that time, he might have ascended beyond the Primal Spirit Realm, so he accepted without protest.

A full journey there and back would consume too much time anyway.

“The hidden vault holds the finest treasures our Phoenix Clan has gathered across endless ages, each capable of sparking fierce conflicts if revealed.”

Prior to leaving, the Phoenix Ancestor cautioned, “Even seasoned Heavenly Immortals would covet them, so Fellow Daoist, seal them securely; standard Storage Magical Treasures may fail against specific Secret Techniques’ probes.”

“Your guidance is appreciated, Senior.”

Li Zhirui tensed with caution, realizing he had overlooked such details.

Yet it wasn’t his fault; the Li family lacked the legacy of a veteran Heavenly Immortal lineage, ignorant of numerous insider secrets.

“Until we meet again, Fellow Daoist.”

At that, the Fire Phoenix erupted into vibrant fireworks, dissolving into flickering flames that vanished swiftly.

“Senior, this way please.”

Li Zhirui inclined his head politely, replying, “I appreciate your assistance.”

The Phoenix Clan’s domain features vast groves of Wutong trees, every one soaring and verdant, as he trailed Feng Yan along the twisting route.

The deeper they ventured, the grander the Wutong trees loomed, their ages extending further into antiquity.

After an unclear distance, they halted at the foot of a majestic Wutong tree that pierced the heavens.

This Wutong tree stood as the mightiest and loftiest Li Zhirui had ever beheld!

Its base spanned several miles in girth, while the crown spread like an immense umbrella over scores of miles.

In its presence, anyone felt diminished and overwhelmingly burdened.

Despite his status as a Heavenly Immortal, Li Zhirui sensed considerable strain.

“Little Yanzi, is this the human cultivator who cured the Earth Evil Fire Poison afflicting the Phoenix Empress’ form?” Abruptly, a vast face materialized on the trunk, inquiring with a voice laden with timeless presence.

Phoenix Empress, rather than merely Phoenix, served as the Phoenix Ancestor’s proper title, making the honorific fitting.

In terms of lineage, the Phoenix Ancestor equaled or surpassed Doumu; her cultivation prowess needed no mention—she ranked among the earliest to attain Heavenly Immortal in the Primal Spirit Realm.

Without her oath to guard the Undying Volcano as atonement, her talents would have propelled her to transcendence and departure ages ago.

Li Zhirui hadn’t anticipated this colossal Wutong possessing Spiritual Intelligence!

Furthermore, upon stirring, Li Zhirui detected its formidable aura, plainly marking it as another Heavenly Immortal.

“Old Wu, here stands the Senior who aided the Phoenix Ancestor.” Feng Yan, acting as liaison, made the introductions, “Senior, meet our Phoenix Clan’s ancient Gu Wu.”

“Greetings, Senior.” Li Zhirui bowed respectfully, deferring to Gu Wu’s greater power and seniority, justifying the address.

“Hmph, proceed inside.”

Surprisingly, Gu Wu responded coolly, showing little desire for deeper acquaintance.

Li Zhirui harbored no bitterness or fury; he wasn’t universally appealing like a Spirit Stone.

Moreover, prejudice against other races prevailed in the Primal Spirit Realm; countless humans scorned non-humans, convinced the human form excelled for cultivation.

They backed this with logic; if humans weren’t optimal, why did all beings adopt human shapes as models?

Thus, facing a ‘race bigot’ struck him as a fleeting brush, demanding only basic politeness, unlikely to recur.

Once Gu Wu spoke, its colossal, robust body split open, unveiling a cavity concealed within.

Via the gap, the radiant, brilliant top-grade Spiritual Objects within gleamed into sight.