Rebuilding the Immortal Cultivator Clan Chapter 2065 1501: Purification (Part 2)

"Polluted Sea!"

The Earth Element clarified, "Since the world endlessly produces evil impurities, waves frequently crash against this region, giving it the name Polluted Sea."

"Very apt."

Li Zhirui scanned his surroundings, spotting no clear edge, and sure enough, as described, multiple layers of waves surged within the dark-gray ocean expanse.

Upon stepping into this area, even from afar, Li Zhirui sensed his body under assault from corrosive pollution, as though it sought to completely corrupt him!

Yet with a mere intention, a soft white glow emanated from him, forcing strands of dark-gray mist to emerge from his form.

"This spot proves far more perilous than I anticipated."

With those words, he gave a nod to the Earth Element before soaring ahead, truly stepping into the Polluted Sea!

Boom!

A massive jet of black water erupted violently, detecting his presence as a danger and striving to blast him away.

Nevertheless, now that Li Zhirui had arrived, mere peril wouldn't make him withdraw. A simple motion unleashed pure cleansing white radiance that cleaved the column apart, sending the dispersed tainted liquid splashing down.

Having struck first, he showed no mercy. His hand swept out, releasing tens of thousands of White Lotus Seeds and Purifying Lotus Seeds.

Guided by Li Zhirui's will, these seeds avoided sinking fully into the Polluted Sea; right at the water's surface, a barrier of purifying spirit light acted as sustenance, aiding the seeds to crack open and germinate—essential for their early development while hastening their expansion.

Crack!

Myriad faint snapping noises converged, growing loud enough to echo through this strange domain.

From afar, the Earth Element observed closely, apparently gaining insights from the display.

Not long after, fragile tender shoots emerged amid the bleak dark-gray surroundings.

At this sight, Li Zhirui swiftly invoked the Purification Principle to hasten the Purifying White Lotus's maturation.

In moments, a radiant sun-like brilliance ignited within the gloomy void, flooding it with light.

Yet amid this, the Polluted Sea fought back fiercely—waters churned wildly as polluted vapors coalesced into monstrous savage creatures that charged wildly, aiming to annihilate the white lotuses.

But upon contact with the purifying spirit light, they melted away into wisps of black vapor that vanished.

Though Li Zhirui seemed dominant and the Polluted Sea outmatched, immense strain weighed upon him in truth.

Only through direct engagement did he grasp how vastly he had misjudged the challenge of cleansing the primal filth in the Primal Spirit Realm.

Still, with the arrow loosed, retreat was impossible; regret offered no escape, so he clenched his teeth and pressed on.

Thus, after swallowing several top-grade elixirs to restore his mana, Li Zhirui unleashed his prowess anew, demonstrating profound mastery over the Purification Principle!

Empowered purification surged stronger, shattering the tainted beasts effortlessly and clearing them aside.

At the same time, the white lotuses accelerated their growth further, numerous ones forming lotus pods that pierced through the protective veil, roots plunging into the Polluted Sea to devour the corruption and bulk up.

This development finally calmed Li Zhirui's anxious mind!

Watching from a distance, the Earth Element's eyes gleamed with excitement; these Purifying White Lotuses truly were ideal treasures for purging the Polluted Sea.

If she obtained sufficient seeds, might she replicate this feat?

Entertaining that idea, the Earth Element decided to request seeds from Li Zhirui later and learn the proper cultivation techniques.

As ever more Purifying White Lotuses bloomed to full splendor, the burden on Li Zhirui lightened; sensing its doom approaching, the Polluted Sea raged in desperation, vomiting forth hordes of savage beasts.

Regrettably for it, Li Zhirui allowed no openings.

Rumble——

He detonated the hovering purification sun, unleashing a dazzling white blaze that swept everything.

Even the Earth Element struggled against the glare, shutting her eyes reflexively.

Upon reopening them, no beasts marred the Polluted Sea—only vast arrays of blooming white lotuses adorned the dark-gray waves.

White clashed with black, each countering the other.

Yet now, white claimed supremacy.

With time, Purifying White Lotuses multiplied relentlessly, the dark-gray waters steadily paling until, ultimately, they vanished entirely!

The Polluted Sea—symbolizing years of built-up filthy pollution in the Primal Spirit Realm—was now on the brink of total purification.

The 'sea water' rapidly turned clear and faded away.

"Hmm? What's this?"

As purification drew to a close, Li Zhirui's sharp gaze caught a spiritual treasure radiating brilliant light from the 'sea bottom.'

This discovery stirred his interest, for without chancing upon that spirit glow, he would have overlooked the item entirely.

Buzz.

In moments, even the final stubborn traces of evil filth were utterly cleansed.

With a sigh of relief, he shot skyward and flew back beside the Earth Element.

"Fellow Daoist's abilities are impressive and admirable!" As Li Zhirui returned, praise poured naturally from the Earth Element's lips.

"Fellow Daoist flatters me."

Li Zhirui gave a humble smile without dispute, then declared, "With this issue settled here, I'll take my leave."

Noticing his intent, the Earth Element quickly called, "Fellow Daoist, hold on! I have a favor to ask."

"What does Your Highness wish to speak of?" He had already surmised it, yet courtesies must be observed.

"I want to buy a large batch of purification lotus seeds from you, plus all your comprehensions on the Purification Principle."

The Earth Element hurriedly added, "I know this deal seems odd, so I'll reward you handsomely with spiritual treasures."

"Your Highness is overly courteous—these trifles are yours for the taking if needed," Li Zhirui responded offhandedly.

Moments later, he delivered a heap of Purifying White Lotus seeds together with a jade slip holding his insights on the Purification Principle.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist!"

In voicing her thanks, the Earth Element remembered to offer a proper return gift.

She crammed a bundle of spiritual objects into Li Zhirui's arms before he could set off.

"These belong to you by right; don't turn them down."

With that, his silhouette blinked out of sight.