"Regarding Three Immortals Island, there is another rumor. It is said that the island is a practice ground for Overseas Immortals, and anyone who enters can reach the Overseas World," Bi Shuirou suddenly recalled, speaking thus.

A flicker of realization crossed Yuan Ming's eyes. No wonder the Shura Master came to the East Sea years ago in search of the Three Immortals Island, intending to use it to travel to the Overseas World.

"Although Three Immortals Island is legendary, the opportunities it involves are significant. After the signs of the Secret Realm manifested, the first-class islands of the East Sea have been closely monitoring this matter. When the Secret Realm emerged recently, its entrance was immediately sealed by Fusang Island in collaboration with Jin Ao, Kongling, and Di Hua, three other first-class islands, who then sent people to investigate but were severely defeated, losing many hands," Bi Shuirou continued.

Yuan Ming furrowed his brows upon hearing this.

Jin Ao, Kongling, and Di Hua, these three islands have Mid-Stage Nascent Soul cultivators stationed, their power only second to Fusang Island. That four islands joined forces and still suffered a severe defeat in exploring that secret realm?

"This Secret Realm contains forbidden seals, and Nascent Souls cannot enter. Fusang, and the other three islands only sent some Core Formation cultivators to investigate," Bi Shuirou seemed to notice Yuan Ming's doubts and hurriedly explained.

"I see," Yuan Ming nodded thoughtfully. If the great powers of the Four Islands were also defeated within the secret realm, he would turn around and leave without a second word.

"The entrance to the secret realm was sealed by the four islands, and other islands were unaware that it had opened. After the last exploration failed, somehow the news leaked out, and the rest of the first-class islands, not wanting to miss out on the benefits, rallied together and challenged them. Faced with resistance, the four islands of Fusang decided to let the top sixteen cultivators from the Immortal Fruit Conference enter, partly to explore the secret realm and partly to complete the competition, which actually isn't a bad thing," Bi Shuirou said.

"So, there is such a complication involved. Fellow Daoist Bishui, you are quite well-informed," Yuan Ming looked at Bi Shuirou, his words carrying a hint of meaning.

"Not at all. I, a mere female disciple, have a Daoist companion who is a powerful elder in Thousand Dragon Island. That is how I was able to learn a bit," Bi Shuirou modestly claimed, yet there was a hint of pride in her expression.

Yuan Ming suddenly realized why she dared to urge him to participate in the trials of the Secret Realm. She had connections with Thousand Dragon Island.

"What are your plans for this Secret Realm competition, Fellow Daoist Yuan?" Bi Shuirou asked cautiously.

"If I do not participate, wouldn't all my previous efforts have been in vain?" Yuan Ming stated.

Bi Shuirou was secretly delighted but did not show it on her face and said, "Then I will reply on behalf of the Daoist to Fusang Island."

Saying this, she rose to leave.

"Island Master Bishui, please wait a moment," a voice came from outside. It was Yan Siyun who walked in.

The woman appeared unwell, her cheeks unusually pale, and her aura weakened, as if she had endured a tough battle.

"Sister Yan, do you have something to say?" Bi Shuirou asked softly.

"Yes, I have something important to tell Fellow Daoist Yuan. May we step aside?" Yan Siyun apologized to Bi Shuirou and then directed the last part of her statement to Yuan Ming.

Yuan Ming glanced at Xi Ying, who was still leisurely sipping tea, seemingly relaxed. Seeing Yuan Ming looking over, she even blinked meaningfully before shifting her gaze away.

Yuan Ming sighed inwardly, stood up, and accompanied Yan Siyun to the adjacent side hall.

"My cultivation is limited, so please, Fellow Daoist Yuan, use your divine skills to isolate this room to prevent others from spying," Yan Siyun requested.

Yuan Ming formed a mana light screen with a hand gesture, took out his Silver Token, and expanded a silver barrier within the room, completely isolating it from the outside.

"Fellow Daoist Yuan's divine skills are impressive. This silver barrier is powerful, and in terms of isolating aura, it is more mysterious than any restriction I've seen," Yan Siyun exclaimed.

"It's merely the power of a magic treasure. Let's not dwell on it. Please, Fellow Daoist Yan, speak about the main matter. Is it related to this Secret Realm?" Yuan Ming prompted.

"Indeed, this trip to the Secret Realm might not be simple. It would be best, Fellow Daoist Yuan, if you did not go," Yan Siyun said with a grave expression.

"Why do you say that?" Yuan Ming was not surprised and pressed for details.

"Fellow Daoist may know a bit about my situation. I was born blind, but my intuition is better than most. I even have a bit of divine ability to sense fortune and misfortune. Recently, with the help of Daoist Xi Ying, she taught me a divination secret technique, and my predictive ability has improved significantly. Fellow Daoist, you previously saved my younger sister, and I have no way to repay you. Just after learning about the secret realm, I divined for you, drawing a hexagram of great misfortune with only a slim chance of survival," Yan Siyun slowly explained.

As Yuan Ming listened, a flicker of astonishment crossed his eyes.

No wonder he sensed that inexplicable aura around Yan Siyun when he saw her in Dragon King City. It was a manifestation of her enhanced predictive ability.

Xi Ying also knew the art of divination. Back in the Shura Palace, when she volunteered to replace Yuan Ming in rescuing Yan Siyun, was she trying to train a divination master?

"Could Fellow Daoist pinpoint any specific details through your divination?" Yuan Ming inquired after a moment's contemplation.

"My divination skills are still shallow. I can only discern a general outline but couldn't forecast the specific details..." Yan Siyun shook her head.

As she spoke, her voice suddenly weakened, and her breath became irregular. Her already pale cheeks turned ghastlier, devoid of any blood color.

Yuan Ming uttered a soft "hmm," and with a flick of his finger,

a green light entered Yan Siyun's Dantian, helping her stabilize her breath.

A moment later, Yan Siyun eventually caught her breath and said thanks.

"I have read in miscellaneous books that the art of divination defies the Dao of heaven, and each execution diminishes one's life span and fortune. Fellow Daoist Yan, did you just suffer a backlash?" Yuan Ming withdrew his finger and asked.

"It seems that Fellow Daoist Yuan also understands divination. Indeed, divination is essentially peering into the future, and naturally, there is a price to pay," Yan Siyun said with a wry smile, wiping the sweat from her forehead.

"If that's the case, it's wise for Fellow Daoist Yan to use the art of divination sparingly. Try to undertake Core Formation first; using divination with only the cultivation of the Foundation Establishment Stage is too burdensome," Yuan Ming advised.

Just now, while he had helped suppress the backlash for Yan Siyun, he had also taken the opportunity to probe the nature of her spirit root. She had Water and Fire Dual Spirit Roots with quite exceptional aptitude. With the help of Washing Elixir Spirit Liquid, her chances of forming a core were significant.

Moreover, since Xi Ying intended to cultivate this girl, she would likely offer some help, so he need not interfere too much.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Yuan, for your guidance. Sister Xi said the same thing. Once younger sister is completely familiar with the True Fire you bestowed and the Hundred Pills Square stabilizes, I will devote myself to secluded meditation to condense a Golden Core," Yan Siyun said, bowing slightly.

Yan Sijing had already awakened, and Yuan Ming had bestowed the Pure Yang Flame upon her.

Pure Yang Flame, being a high-grade True Fire, was incomparable to Apricot Wood Green Fire and had even caught the eye of the Shura Master. Although Yuan Ming had only bestowed a small flame, it was still challenging to control.

These past few days, Yan Sijing had been hiding deep within the estate, refining Demon Blood Elixirs with a new Pill Furnace while acquainting herself with the Pure Yang Flame.

The Pure Yang Flame was extremely effective in refining impurities. Yan Sijing had not yet fully mastered it, and could only use it to aid in alchemy, but the Demon Blood Elixirs she refined were already highly pure. If not for the slightly weaker medicinal effect, anyone would think they were genuine Demon Pills.

Once she completely masters the Pure Yang Flame, she might be able to refine Demon Blood Pills comparable to Demon Pills.

With such elixirs, the Hundred Pills Square could firmly establish itself in the East Sea.

"True Fire and the Pill Furnace are merely external aids. If the Hundred Pills Square wants to grow and strengthen, you sisters need to work together," Yuan Ming encouraged.

"Yes, Si Yun will certainly bear in mind the teachings of Fellow Daoist Yuan," Yan Siyun respectfully responded.

"I will also consider the suggestions of Fellow Daoist Yan," Yuan Ming said, putting away the Silver Token and walking outside.

A figure was leaning casually against the door frame; it was Xi Ying.

"Have you finally had enough tea?" Yuan Ming walked over and said with a smile.

"What plans do you have regarding the secret realm?" Xi Ying asked, giving Yuan Ming a sidelong glance.

Yuan Ming fell silent for a moment before revealing what Yan Siyun had divined for him.

"It seems this venture into the secret realm is far from being as straightforward as it appears," Xi Ying said, her expression also showing slight ripples.

"Of course, the Fusang Four Islands allowing the top 16 from the Immortal Fruit Conference to enter the secret realm isn't just because the news of its opening leaked; perhaps this leak was orchestrated by them to lure more people in, using them to test the waters," Yuan Ming said with a slight cold sneer on his face.

"Indeed, that's highly possible. What are your plans then?" Xi Ying asked.

"Although this journey is dangerous, to obtain the Five Elements Infant Condensing Pill I might have to take the risk. Considering most of the Core Formation Cultivators from first-class islands make it out alive, with my strength, as long as I am careful, I should be able to protect myself. If I encounter any insurmountable dangers, I could always hide in the Stealing Heaven Tripod," Yuan Ming was well-versed in how to stay alive.

"In that case, I will accompany you. Hidden within the space of the Stealing Heaven Tripod, I should be able to avoid detection by Fusang Island," Xi Ying suggested.

"That works," Yuan Ming didn't try to dissuade her, and with a flick of his robe, he ushered Xi Ying into the Stealing Heaven Tripod.

Xi Ying also seemed to have some plans for this Immortal Fruit Conference. Given the competition in the secret realm, it might involve her arrangements. In any case, having an additional person along was always good for mutual support.

Xi Ying sat down next to the altar inside the Stealing Heaven Tripod, taking out a green jade scroll, and immersing her divine sense into it.

This item was the jade scroll that recorded the "Ju Mang Spirit Technique," which, after much consideration, Yuan Ming had given to Xi Ying.

Xi Ying was quite interested in this secret technique and had been studying it whenever she found time over the past few days, although she hadn't mentioned whether she would cultivate it.

"Xi Ying, do you also know the art of divination?" Just as Yuan Ming was about to retract his divine sense, he suddenly remembered something and asked via a mental transmission.

"Years ago, I accidentally acquired a divination secret method in a ruin," Xi Ying replied nonchalantly without looking up.

"Having acquired this art so long ago, why have I never seen you use it over the years?" Yuan Ming asked, puzzled.

"Do you think divination is like eating or drinking, that one can perform it just because they want to? Divining the future is an act against heaven, and not everyone can cultivate it. Only those with a special fate or those possessing certain special spirit roots or spiritual bodies can comprehend it. Yan Siyun is one of such people," Xi Ying explained lightly.

"I see, that's really unfortunate," Yuan Ming said, seemingly skeptical.

"Are you interested in the art of divination? If so, take this and see if you can understand it," Xi Ying said, pulling out a white jade scroll.

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