Kai’s eyes widened in awe. "So, you’re saying that the purest form of Spiritual Qi is right beneath our feet?"
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Thinking back to the moment that led to this revelation, Kai couldn’t help but feel a surge of curiosity. "But how did you come to this conclusion, Liang? I mean, there doesn’t seem to be anything special about this place."
Liang’s smile deepened, his eyes shimmering with amusement. He placed a comforting hand on Kai’s shoulder. "It wasn’t as complicated as you think."
With a graceful wave of his hand, a golden lotus materialized before them. Kai’s gaze fixated on the mesmerizing beauty of the lotus, its delicate petals radiating a heavenly glow. Liang’s smile widened as he spoke. "This lotus is known as the Primal Chaos Lotus."
Kai’s eyes narrowed, his mind racing to comprehend the significance of the lotus. "The Primal Chaos lotus? What does it have to do with all this?"
Liang’s chuckle resonated in the air. "Many individuals have come across this lotus before, but they were unable to comprehend its purpose. They failed to see the reason behind its existence."
Curiosity drove Kai to press for more information. "Isn’t it just a creation born from the power of heaven and earth?"
Liang nodded, his eyes gleaming with wisdom. "True, but that’s only part of the truth."
Kai leaned closer, drawn to the mystery unraveling before him. "What else is there?"
Liang’s voice dropped to a whisper, filled with excitement. "For such a creation to exist, it needs two important factors the first is the power of heaven and earth which will act as a catalyst as for the second it’s even more essential."
A sudden realization washed over Kai, his eyes widening in astonishment. "You’re referring to the Primal Chaos Qi!"
Liang chuckled softly, nodding in confirmation. "Yes, indeed. The main ingredient required for the existence of the Primal Chaos Lotus is the Primal Chaos Qi."
Kai’s mind reeled, attempting to grasp the magnitude of what Liang was saying. "The Primal Chaos Qi... It’s a theoretical concept, something that exists only in possibility. But if it truly exists, could it be derived from this vein?"
Liang’s gaze met Kai’s, a glimmer of anticipation twinkling in his eyes. "That’s why we’re here."
"Let’s go," said Liang, leading the way.
Soon, they arrived at Paradise City. As Liang surveyed the city’s current state, he shook his head in disappointment. "That’s to be expected."
Kai looked around and chuckled. "The city is so empty, even the Jade Lotus Inn is not operating. This place has turned into a wasteland."
After spending a considerable amount of time surveying the city, they found nothing substantial. Liang murmured, "Weird, the city’s formation doesn’t offer anything besides condensing the spiritual Qi."
"Does this mean that the heart of the vein is still undiscovered?" Kai asked.
Liang nodded. "Most likely that’s the case."
"Then how do we find it? Such a thing wouldn’t be detected with just divine sense!" Kai exclaimed.
Liang scratched his chin, deep in thought. "You’re right. Divine sense alone won’t be enough to locate the heart of the vein. We need something more powerful, something that can tap into the hidden energies of the earth."
Kai’s eyes flickered with curiosity. "What do you have in mind?"
A mischievous smile played on Liang’s lips as he turned to face Kai. "Have you ever heard of the Earth Spirit Compass?"
Kai shook his head. "No, I haven’t."
Liang’s smile widened. "Well, it’s a rare artifact that can sense the earth’s spiritual energies and lead us to their source. With it, we’ll be able to locate the heart of the vein."
Kai’s excitement surged once again, his curiosity piqued. His eyes filled with anticipation as he asked, "Where can we find this Earth Spirit Compass?"
Liang chuckled, a hint of mischief in his voice. "That’s the tricky part," he replied.
"Why so?" Kai couldn’t help but feel a tinge of disappointment seep in.
"It’s an ancient artifact from a distant era," Liang explained with a touch of bitterness. "It’s incredibly hard to find, buried deep within the folds of time."
Kai’s frustration grew, and a mischievous thought crossed his mind. "How about we just destroy this planet and see what will remain?" he sneered.
Liang chuckled softly, amusement twinkling in his eyes. "I wish it was that easy," he replied. "Even if we managed to destroy it, the vein would simply fly to another location. Finding it again would be nigh impossible."
Kai’s eyes narrowed, his determination resurfacing. "Then we have no choice but to search for the Compass," he declared.
Liang nodded knowingly. "That’s indeed the case," he agreed.
"Do you have any ideas?" Kai inquired eagerly.
Liang paused for a moment, then a glimmer of a plan formed in his mind. "Well," he began, a hint of excitement in his voice. "There’s one place that comes to mind."
"The Heaven Fortune Domain," Liang revealed.
Kai’s eyes narrowed, his curiosity piqued once again. "Where is this place?" he asked, eager for more details.
"It’s located between two regions, right beside the Yin Yang Harmony Temple," Liang responded, a smile playing on his lips.
Kai couldn’t help but be amused. "Oh, so there are actually other things in this place besides the temple?"
Liang chuckled at Kai’s surprise. "Believe it or not, it’s actually the most vital place in the domain," he explained.
"No way!" Kai exclaimed, his astonishment evident.
"Indeed," Liang confirmed. "It’s home to the headquarters of the All Things Pavilion, the Jade Lotus Inn, and many other prestigious organizations."
Kai’s curiosity grew even stronger. "Why haven’t I heard about this before?" he questioned.
Liang chuckled softly. "Well, only those who have reached the Seventh-order Realm or possess equal strength are privy to this information," he revealed.
"Then it should be our turn to go," Kai smiled, his eyes bright with anticipation.
"Well, you are right on this point. We should go and take a look," Liang nodded in agreement, his expression filled with curiosity.
"Then you should open a void passage now," Kai urged, a hint of impatience in his voice.
Liang’s mouth twitched as he let out a soft sigh. He raised his hand and waved it gracefully through the air. Almost immediately, the space around them began to distort and converge, forming a portal. Without any delay, both Kai and Liang stepped through the portal, leaving behind the spiritdrift world.
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In a certain spot within the endless space, a portal materialized without warning. Emerging from within were Liang and Kai, their surroundings completely unfamiliar to them.
Kai looked around with narrowed eyes. "Are you sure about the coordinates?"
Liang, equally perplexed, scanned their surroundings. "It should be near this place," he murmured uncertainly.
Suddenly, Liang’s eyes contracted and he took a step back, a mixture of shock and surprise on his face. Not far from them, another portal materialized, revealing a figure within.
The figure was a woman with flowing silver hair cascading down her back, shimmering in the infinite darkness of the void. Her mesmerizing blue eyes sparkled with wisdom and intelligence, captivating the gaze of both Kai and Liang. Her fair and flawless complexion accentuated her delicate features. She wore a white robe adorned with intricate golden floral patterns, which fluttered gently in the breeze.
A crescent moon jade pendant hung around her neck, emanating an ethereal glow that matched the radiance in her eyes. The pendant seemed to hold a hidden power, ready to be unleashed.
As she stepped closer, a warm smile graced her lips, radiating kindness that permeated the air around her. She exuded an aura of calm and tranquility, drawing Kai and Liang closer, their curiosity now piqued with greater intensity.
The woman’s sharp eyes narrowed slightly, like twin slits, as she directed her gaze toward them. A fleeting glimmer of surprise darted through her eyes, reflecting a depth of intrigue.
In a sudden, unexpected twist, she materialized right in front of them, as if transported by a mystical force.
"It has been a long time since we last met, Dao Brother. I hope you’ve been well," her voice resonated, tinged with a mix of familiarity and curiosity.
Kai’s eyes squinted as he scrutinized the mystery woman. Despite his best efforts, he found it impossible to discern even a hint of her cultivation. It was as if her powers were concealed behind an impenetrable veil.
"Dao brother?" Liang replied coolly, his tone devoid of recognition. "I’m afraid you’ve mistaken me for someone else."
A mischievous chuckle escaped her lips. "Brother Kai, even if you were transformed into a woman, I would still recognize you."
Kai’s expression soured upon hearing his name uttered in such a manner. He cast a resentful glance at Liang, wondering what dubious acts this person might have committed under his identity.
Liang’s lips twitched, an unmistakable amusement flickering in his eyes. He took a deep breath before speaking calmly, "Sister Yun Wei, right? My apologies for my forgetfulness."
Yun Wei chuckled once more, her voice laced with amusement. "So, what brings you here?"
Liang grinned. "What other reason could there be?"