Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World Chapter 1194 - 578: Large Life Source Stone Ore Vein, Demon Nest Fishing

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Previously on Seeking Fortune and Avoiding Evil in the Cultivation World...
Jiang Fan learned that Integration Pills are extremely rare, possibly only found in the Spirit Ruins Realm or within ancient sects. Meanwhile, a massive Source Stone Ore Vein has appeared in the Celestial Roc Race territory, a treasure that excites his magical artifacts and promises great benefits. However, a hidden demon nest also awakens within the vein, posing a significant danger.
Meanwhile, over on the Western Continent, within the territory of the Celestial Roc Race, the imposing Piaomiao Mountain Range stood tall. Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!! Numerous cultivators belonging to the Celestial Roc Race were seen soaring towards the Piaomiao Mountain Range, a contingent that also included several Void Refining cultivators from the formidable Ten Thousand Demon Hall. Since the resurgence of Spiritual Qi, the demon cultivators from the Ten Thousand Demon Hall had swiftly activated their teleportation array, establishing their presence on the Western Continent. Given the formidable abilities of these Void Refining level demon cultivators, subduing the four major Divinity Transformation Races was deemed a simple task. Essentially, the entirety of the Western Continent had fallen under the dominion of the Ten Thousand Demon Hall. Numerous races had willingly integrated into the Ten Thousand Demon Hall's ranks. After all, sharing common ancestral roots meant that even surrender presented no significant burden. Moreover, the Ten Thousand Demon Hall already boasted some high-tier cultivators from prominent races such as the Celestial Roc Race, Jiao Dragon Race, Immortal Fox Race, and Ice Soul Race, facilitating a smooth assimilation into the Ten Thousand Demon Hall’s existing power structure. "Haha, behold! This is a Life Source Stone Ore Vein, and a truly massive one at that!" "We are incredibly fortunate; our luck has truly struck gold this time." "If we report this discovery, we shall receive immense rewards from the Ten Thousand Demon Hall." "Nay, let us not report it just yet. We should mine it secretly. Do you comprehend the exorbitant value of Life Source Stones?" "Indeed, countless venerable elders yearn for Life Source Stones to prolong their dwindling lifespans." At this precise moment, a gathering of Void Refining demon cultivators arrived at the Piaomiao Mountain Range, laying eyes upon a vast Life Source Stone Ore Vein that stretched for at least tens of thousands of kilometers. A potent aura of life emanated from the vein, imbuing the surrounding flora with exceptional vitality. Overjoyed beyond measure, they marveled at the sight. This elation stemmed from the fact that the Ten Thousand Demon Hall, over the eons, had seen its reserves of Life Source Stones severely depleted. These precious stones had largely been consumed by Integration Elders and esteemed Mahayana Realm ancestors. Their purpose was to facilitate hibernation, a method to extend their lifespans and traverse into future eras. Yet, with the passage of time, the number of Integration Elders continued to swell. Concurrently, the supply of Life Source Stones dwindled relentlessly. Across the preceding hundreds of millions of years, countless Integration Elders had met their demise as their lifespans expired. Should the elders of the Ten Thousand Demon Hall become aware of this colossal Life Source Stone Ore Vein, they would undoubtedly flock here in a frenzy; for those whose lifespans were nearing their end, this discovery was nothing short of a miraculous treasure. "This is a treasure unearthed by our Celestial Roc Race, and it must remain concealed from other demon cultivators." "Failure to do so would inevitably invite immense trouble." A Void Refining demon cultivator of the Celestial Roc Race exhibited a glint of cold calculation in its eyes. Despite their nominal affiliation with the Ten Thousand Demon Hall, the organization functioned more akin to a loose alliance. Within its structure, disparate races harbored their own unique agendas and aspirations. Were it not for the decisive unification orchestrated by the demon emperor, the major races would have long ago erupted into conflict over resource disputes. Such a union could never have persisted until the present day. Consequently, each major race maintained its own clandestine schemes, engaging in countless covert struggles to secure advantages. If this sprawling Life Source Stone Ore Vein were to be revealed, other races would undoubtedly converge, seeking to stake their claim. The crux of the issue lay in whether their Celestial Roc Race could secure exclusive access; who among them would willingly relinquish such valuable spoils? Fortunately, the individuals present at this moment hailed exclusively from the Celestial Roc Race. With careful discretion, the information could be contained. This would enable them to monopolize this significant Life Source Stone Ore Vein. Furthermore, by strategically selling a portion of the Life Source Stones, they might accumulate sufficient resources to acquire several Integration Pills. For them, this represented a golden opportunity to ascend to the Integration Level. "In that case, there is no moment to waste; let us commence the excavation!" Another Void Refining demon cultivator from the Celestial Roc Race declared with palpable excitement, eager to begin extracting the Life Source Stones; the sheer value contained within such an expansive ore vein was sufficient to bolster their cultivation endeavors to the Integration Level, or potentially even beyond. For the cultivators assembled, this was an unparalleled opportunity. Their decision to venture into the Void Realm had indeed proven to be the correct one. Without this journey, how could they possibly have stumbled upon such a remarkable chance? While this realm undeniably harbored certain latent dangers, their Void Refining cultivation level afforded them a measure of confidence; with prudent caution, these perils were unlikely to pose a mortal threat. Upon hearing this, many Celestial Roc cultivators nodded in agreement, their focus now shifting to the extraction of the Life Source Stones. Boom~~ At this very instant, the earth within a thousand-kilometer radius began to convulse; the very fabric of the void trembled, and the ground itself split asunder.Sinister black tendrils erupted from the earth's depths, blanketing the surroundings with an overwhelming demonic aura, accompanied by faint wails echoing from the void. Instantly, a thousand-kilometer radius transformed into a veritable Demon Realm. Thousands of these dark tendrils, akin to sharp spears, zeroed in on the Celestial Roc cultivators' life force, hurtling towards them with unbelievable swiftness. "Curses, demons were lying in wait here." "This is the Void Realm? It concealed so many ancient demons." "Damn it, this world is truly perilous; no wonder those elders hesitated to venture here." Alarm spread across the faces of many Celestial Roc cultivators as they felt an imminent, deadly threat, their bodies quaking. Particularly those in the Void Refinement Realm sensed a terrifying, peerless demon buried deep within the ore vein, a creature voraciously consuming all, much like the mythical Taotie. The surrounding void itself was sealed, precluding any possibility of instantaneous teleportation. Faintly visible, the far reaches of the void were emblazoned with intricate demonic runes, appearing to coalesce into a colossal demonic formation.