Unstoppable Martial Arts: Starting with brother's wife and young sister Chapter 1066 - 531: Zhan Tian Is the Key! (2)

Given the abundance of fine wine, this is acceptable.

"What exactly do you mean by that?"

"Upon re-entering the Celestial Eye Forest, you can transfer the elemental seed into the Spirit Pool. However, there's a significant risk involved. If the seed lacks the resilience to withstand the Spirit Pool's energy, it will combust. Therefore, unless the seed is already exceptionally robust, it's generally advised against attempting this."

"I understand!"

Chen Xuan pondered this internally.

The concept of the Spirit Pool was present in Lan Yanlin's memories, but the specifics of nurturing a chosen seed to allow it entry were unclear.

The exact reasoning remained elusive.

"So, if it can withstand the pressure, does that mean there's a possibility of elevating the seed's grade?"

"There's a high likelihood," Qingsui affirmed with a nod.

"With Brother Qingsui's exceptional talent, the elemental seed should undoubtedly endure the Spirit Pool's energy. Ascending to a superior grade would then be a straightforward matter," Chen Xuan seized the moment with flattery.

While Qingsui appreciated the compliment, he maintained a clear grasp of reality.

"I have no intention of placing the seed into the Spirit Pool; it's far too perilous," he confessed to 'Lan Yanlin' without reservation.

"Ah... what a genuine shame!"

"Brother Qingsui, you went through considerable effort to gain entry into the Celestial Eye Forest for a second time," Chen Xuan observed, feigning regret.

"Hehe!"

Qingsui suddenly emitted a chuckle, "There exists another method to upgrade the seed without venturing into the Spirit Pool!"

"What? There's an alternative path?" Chen Xuan expressed feigned shock, while inwardly cursing the sly individual for possessing such hidden depths. Had he not guided the conversation, this crucial information might not have been revealed. Lan Yanlin's memories offered only a partial introduction to the Celestial Eye Forest, which explained Chen Xuan's initial hesitation. As for Soul Searching, it was an unviable option.

Memories belonging to individuals from prominent families like Qingsui's are intricately protected. Core secrets are shielded, and any attempt to forcibly extract them, without voluntary disclosure, would invariably lead to memory collapse. Consequently, Chen Xuan did not dare to risk it.

"Indeed!" Qingsui leaned closer, his voice lowered, "Within a ten-thousand-meter radius of the Spirit Pool, an additional Spiritual Spring manifests. This spring appears only once a century, and its exact location is unpredictable. My father indicated that the current timing is auspicious, so I intend to place the seed within the Spiritual Spring."

"Even if it doesn't achieve a superior grade, a considerable enhancement for the seed is virtually assured."

"One more crucial detail: this spring requires blood essence to activate its full efficacy."

Having imparted this knowledge, he settled back, embracing his wine jar and drinking deeply.

"I see!"

"This is truly enlightening. Had you not shared this revelation, Brother Qingsui, how could I possibly have known?"

"Hahaha..." Qingsui roared with laughter, "See? My sharing of the wine wasn't in vain, was it?"

"Few even among those with the Qing surname are privy to this secret. It was imparted to my family by the Clan Leader himself, owing to my ancestor's significant contributions in the past."

"You must not divulge this; otherwise, do not claim we are brothers."

"Rest assured, you know my character," Chen Xuan declared, patting his chest with utmost conviction.

Following this, Qingsui indulged in hearty drinking until his vision grew somewhat blurred, while Chen Xuan subtly extracted the vital secrets he sought.

This continued until all five jars of wine were depleted.

Qingsui, staggering to his feet, announced, "The time is approaching; I must return. I have commitments at the Celestial Eye Forest tomorrow morning. Farewell!"

With that, he prepared to depart!

However, in the very next instant, he found himself completely immobilized, his internal Spiritual Power seemingly frozen in place.

"What is happening?"

...An hour later!

Chen Xuan meticulously arranged the room to simulate a cultivation breakthrough explosion. He then extracted Qingsui's blood essence, instantly adopting his likeness before making his exit.

As for Qingsui!

Killing him was out of the question. Being a direct descendant, he undoubtedly possessed a soul token; his demise would be immediately detected. Therefore, Chen Xuan opted to cripple him and confine him within a specially created pocket dimension.

"It's fortunate I obtained this information, otherwise, the secrets of the Celestial Eye Forest would have remained unknown to me."

Chen Xuan murmured to himself.

Just as he had suspected, the core memories were indeed sealed, and even with his capabilities, he hesitated to forcibly breach them.

"But all is well now!"

A slight smile graced his lips.

...The following morning.

Chen Xuan, now disguised as Qingsui, soared towards the deeper reaches of the mountain range.

Approximately an hour later.

At last, a colossal, towering tree became visible.

"Is this not impossibly large?"

Even he couldn't suppress a surge of awe within his heart.

The tree's immensity surpassed his visual perception; a rough estimate placed its thickness at over ten thousand meters, with branches sprawling across the heavens. Even the slenderest among them rivaled a person's girth. The dense foliage completely obscured the sky, blocking out the sun's rays.

An area spanning ten thousand meters was enveloped by the mighty shadow of the tree.

Amidst this vastness, Chen Xuan stood beneath the colossal tree, his presence seeming utterly insignificant.

"Is this the feeling an ant must experience?" Chen Xuan uttered softly.

"Why are you lingering there foolishly? Hurry and enter the Ancestral Tree," a middle-aged treeman called out anxiously from a distance, observing Chen Xuan's hesitation.

This treeman was none other than Cyan Abyss Forest, the father of Qingsui. The treeman sighed inwardly; his son truly was a constant source of worry. He had instructed Qingsui to return to the family the previous day, yet his son insisted on coming here instead. Cyan Abyss Forest had been waiting at the entrance of the clan tree since early on, fearing the consequences of missing the opportune moment.

"Ah!" he exclaimed, his thoughts returning to his sole heir. The Treeman Race found procreation exceedingly difficult, and Qingsui was only born when he reached the age of 500. It was understandable how deeply he cherished his son.

This immense affection, however, had inadvertently fostered Qingsui's arrogant demeanor, to the point where he barely acknowledged his own father. A heavy sigh escaped Cyan Abyss Forest's lips as he contemplated his own flesh and blood. "Don't get angry, don't get angry!" he admonished himself internally.