"Our Merfolk Clan differs from Human Clan cultivators. In the practice of Qi Cultivation, one must consider the environment and auspicious times. Little Xi, our clan's secret techniques are skilled at Water Manipulation, so anywhere related to water is greatly advantageous for us."

"Today marks the first emergence of Ren Water, and here we are above the Bibo Sea, where the Spiritual Energy is dense and heavy, making it an excellent opportunity for Cultivation. Little Xi, today we will practice one of our clan's Water Manipulation secret techniques, the Rain Dragon Roll. It's time you learned some offensive Spells... Little Xi? What are you daydreaming about?"

"...Ah, I was contemplating the Mantra of the Rain Dragon Roll..."

"Then recite it. Let's hear it."

"Um... Rain descends from the heavens, vast and... vast and..."

"..."

BANG!

Sea Granny, holding a wooden staff, tapped Little Jiao Huo's head. "Daydreaming again! What's on your mind?"

"Grandma, Wang Mu has been in seclusion for so long..." Little Jiao Huo asked. "Why hasn't he come out yet? Just now, when I was frolicking in the sea, I met that little seal again, and it told me that Sealing God Mountain might not be far away!"

"Human Clan cultivators undergo seclusion for years, if not decades. It's only been less than four months," Sea Granny said. "Moreover, when he entered seclusion, he purchased many materials, presumably for refining Magic Artifacts, so it's normal for it to take a long time. You should not be preoccupied with him. It is most important for you to diligently practice your Magic."

"I'm not preoccupied with him..." Little Jiao Huo covered her forehead. "Sealing God Mountain will be upon us soon, and I'm worried he will miss it while still in seclusion... That little seal said that Sealing God Mountain is an exceptionally elusive Immortal Mountain, only occasionally visible atop the Bibo Sea. If we miss it, it will be tough to find again."

"Everything in this world is subject to cause and effect. If he misses it, it must be meant to be," Sea Granny said. "You've been progressing unimpeded in your Cultivation lately without any bottlenecks. The blessings of the Changqing Tree are the best help for you right now. Devote yourself to practicing our clan's secret techniques or what Immortal Bi You has taught you."

"If we do reach Sealing God Mountain later, and the Great Immortal examines your progress in Cultivation and finds it unsatisfactory, you could be directly expelled from the sect."

This statement held a measure of intimidation, prompting Little Jiao Huo to concentrate earnestly and begin Cultivating.

Sea Granny gazed out at the Bibo Sea ahead. Zhou Zhong Ocean, Immortal Sea, Spirit Sea... this sea region had many revered names. It was dangerous, but also filled with innumerable opportunities.

During this four-month journey, perhaps because they were both on the Water Boat, they had not only traveled without any hindrance but had also encountered numerous adventures without facing any dangerous sea beasts. Thinking of this, Sea Granny glanced at Wang Mu's quiet chamber where he was in seclusion.

Every month, that chamber would exude an aura that even she found somewhat daunting.

I wonder what kind of Magic Artifact he's refining...

What kind of Magic Artifact could a little cultivator in the Foundation Establishment Stage possibly refine?

Sea Granny was skeptical.

At best, it would be a Mid-grade Spiritual Artifact. So why would it daunt me?

Watching her granddaughter diligently practice her Spells in the distance, Sea Granny nodded with satisfaction.

Ever since her granddaughter's spiritual wisdom had awakened and she consumed the Glazed Wisdom Marrow Fruit, her aptitude had become the highest among the Water Clan Spirits in Glazed Lake. After being enlightened by the Great Immortal and manifesting the rare Merfolk Priestess Body as her talent, she was bound to overcome Divinity Transformation and lead the Merfolk Clan to an even greater future.

It's just that, regarding spiritual wisdom, it always seemed like she was missing a critical understanding. Hmm, perhaps this was the price for her exceptional destiny and aptitude.

Once we meet the Great Immortal and resolve Little Xi's issues, her Cultivation will surely soar at a rapid pace, Sea Granny's face brimmed with a smile. Wang Mu is not like Yu Dingtian before. This man has immense Qi Fortune, and with Little Xi having this romantic destiny with him, there should also be a good outcome in the future.

Most importantly, Wang Mu had established excellent relations in Glazed Lake. All thirty-six paths of the Water Clan held him in high esteem. Though Water Clan Spirits generally do not entangle in marital ties with humans, having good relations is a different story altogether.

Thinking that everything might progress in the best possible manner, Sea Granny's smile grew even wider.

「At that moment」

A huge wave suddenly surged from the Bibo Sea. The sky, clear just a moment ago, was instantly shrouded in dark clouds.

"Huh..."

Sea Granny was startled. "A sign from the heavens? How could such a phenomenon suddenly appear out of nowhere?"

Celestial phenomena often appear with the emergence of some Treasure, or when a Cultivator is Crossing Tribulation...

"Wait, is that a Tribulation Cloud?" Sea Granny looked at the cloud above her, startled. "That is a Small Tribulation Cloud. Could there be some Treasure emerging nearby?"

The appearance of a Tribulation Cloud signifies the emergence of a Treasure. Because such Treasures are powerful, they carry significant Qi Fortune. This is the theory of karma. In reality, these Treasures contain special rules that draw Thunder from above the Nine Heavens, resulting in the descent of a tribulation.

It's just like when a Cultivator achieves a Breakthrough to a new Realm; the surge in Spiritual Energy from the Breakthrough invokes the Thunder from above the Nine Heavens, attracting a heavy Heavenly Tribulation. It's unavoidable. Similarly, if some Spiritual Artifacts or Magic Treasures are too powerful, they can also draw such Tribulation Clouds.

A Taoist Spiritual Artifact... It has to be at least at this level, or a Top-grade Magical Treasure with spirituality, to attract such a Small Tribulation Cloud.

Such a tribulation isn't strong, but the presence of a Tribulation Cloud indicates that the Treasure is no ordinary object.

Sea Granny frowned in thought. As a Nascent Soul Stage cultivator, she naturally had no fear of such a Small Tribulation Cloud. Generally, cultivators in the late stage of the Golden Core Realm could withstand this kind of Tribulation Cloud and help their Spiritual Treasures cross the tribulation. The problem is, many Golden Core cultivators may not necessarily be able to refine such Spiritual Artifacts... and those who buy these kinds of Artifacts would have already had them pass through such Small Tribulation Clouds.

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