Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 373 - 284 Refining an External Incarnation_1

Chapter 373: 284 Refining an External Incarnation_1

Over half a month later, they left the Absolute Spirit Sea Domain.

Chu Buyu let out a sigh of relief, She had been trapped in the Absolute Spirit Sea Domain with Shen Long for nearly twenty years, The two of them had faced adversity together, searching for a way out in cooperation, and had jointly killed Huang Hao.

Chu Buyu said, "Taoist Friend Shen, this is where we part ways, may we meet again if destiny allows."

"May we meet again if destiny allows."

Shen Long nodded.

Chu Buyu’s red feathered wings on her back gently flapped, transforming into a streak of red Escape Light, which shot into the high skies and soon vanished from sight.

Once Shen Long confirmed Chu Buyu was far away, he flew off in the opposite direction.

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In the Donghua Cultivation Realm, within Qin Country, the Spirit Control Sect.

In Ice Silkworm Valley, Ice Silkworm True Person and Han Yuwei were sitting in a green Stone Pavilion, while Chen Bing was reporting to Ice Silkworm True Person.

"What? There’s no news of Shen Long? Where has that lad gone off to again?"

Ice Silkworm True Person frowned as he spoke.

They had been back in the Donghua Cultivation Realm for over twenty years now, and during that time Ice Silkworm True Person had been in secluded cultivation. He had sent people to the Northern Sea Cultivation World intending to send a message to Shen Long, but the cultivators from Spirit Control Sect that were dispatched could find no trace of him.

"It’s unclear, Junior Brother Qian inquired with the Han Family about Junior Brother Shen’s whereabouts, but they only knew that Junior Brother Shen had made an appearance in the Golden Flood Dragon Marketplace."

Chen Bing said.

"Never mind, if they don’t know, then so be it. That lad might have gone to the Southern Border Cultivation World to search for fourth-order Flood Dragon Essence Blood."

Ice Silkworm True Person stated.

"A fourth-order Flood Dragon is not like other fourth-order Monster Beasts; such a being is not easily killed. Husband, perhaps you should persuade him to switch to a different technique."

Han Yuwei suggested.

"To do so, I’d have to see him first, but it’s pointless to persuade him. That lad has his own opinions."

Ice Silkworm True Person said.

"Master, should we continue to search for Junior Brother Shen?"

Chen Bing inquired.

Ice Silkworm True Person shook his head and replied, "No need, his Life-Bound Lamp shows no signs of trouble, which means he’s fine. Let’s wait for him to come back on his own."

"Yes, Master."

Chen Bing complied.

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In the Northern Sea Cultivation World, the Outer Sea.

A stretch of azure blue waters, the sea breeze blowing in gusts.

A streak of red light appeared on the distant horizon and stopped with a flash.

The Escape Light withdrew, revealing the figure of Shen Long.

He scanned the horizon and saw a small island about a dozen miles in size ahead.

Shen Long flew towards the island, landing in a small valley that ended with a cave about several dozen feet in size.

He strode into the cave and soon reached the end—an empty cavern approximately an acre in size came into view.

He sat down cross-legged and took out a long stick shimmering with red light, its Spiritual Energy astonishing.

The Lihuo Stick, a mighty Spiritual Treasure, was the third Spiritual Treasure obtained by Shen Long.

He now possessed three Spiritual Treasures; the Qinglian Vase was an auxiliary Spiritual Treasure, while the Zizhu Blade and Lihuo Stick were offensive Spiritual Treasures.

Shen Long tossed the Lihuo Stick forward, expelling a breath of Essence Blood that enveloped the stick.

He intended to consecrate the Lihuo Stick before continuing on his journey.

While both were Spiritual Treasures, the Lihuo Stick was more to Shen Long’s liking.

The Zyphyxial Blade was merely a Dharma Treasure, and to upgrade it to a Spiritual Treasure required a large amount of rare materials—a feat Shen Long currently lacked the capacity to gather. With three Spiritual Treasures and his nascent Nascent Soul Stage cultivation, he had enough to suffice.

After over an hour, he successfully consecrated the stick, leaving a unique mark inside of it with his Essence Blood.

Shen Long gripped the Lihuo Stick with his right hand, infused it with Mana, and the stick radiated blinding red light, becoming unimaginably heavy.

With a swing of the stick, he struck the rock wall, which crumbled upon impact, sending dust and debris flying.

He swung the Lihuo Stick, the shadow of the stick whipping through the air like the wind, breaking the silence continually.

Shen Long put away the Lihuo Stick and changed his appearance. He stomped his right foot on the ground and turned into a streak of red Escape Light that pierced through the sky, leaving the place.

More than a month later, Shen Long returned to the Golden Flood Dragon Marketplace. The marketplace was as bustling as ever, with a steady stream of people moving along the streets.

Shen Long approached the entrance of the Golden Flood Dragon Pavilion and strode in.

He did not linger in the hall but went straight upstairs and successfully met with Ximen Yu.

"Welcome, Senior, to our establishment. Is there anything I can assist you with?"

Ximen Yu asked courteously.

Shen Long took out a cyan Jade Slip and handed it to Ximen Yu, saying, "This is a list of materials I need to gather. You can procure them here, right?"

The cyan Jade Slip recorded quite a few items, with more than half being materials for crafting an External Incarnation.

On the bodies of the Nascent Soul Cultivators from the Heavenly Ghost Sect, there were methods for crafting External Incarnations, along with auxiliary materials. Shen Long just needed to purchase the auxiliary materials to be able to create an External Incarnation.

Ximen Yu took the Jade Slip, scanned it with his Divine Sense, nodded, and said, "Please have a seat, Senior. It will just be a moment."

He took out a shimmering golden Law Disk, input a spell into it, and began to maneuver it.

Before long, a green-robed attendant came up carrying a cup of fragrant tea, set it down, and then retreated.

"By the way, Junior Ximen, has there been any major event in the Outer Sea in recent years? I’ve been in seclusion for cultivation and only recently emerged."

Shen Long inquired.

"A major event? The Han Family and the Su Family’s subsidiary forces engaged in a fierce battle, resulting in many casualties among Cultivators. The Absolute Spirit Sea Domain experienced an outbreak of Absolute Spirit Qi. Two elders from Yihua Palace entered Immortal Fall Island to seek treasures, and it is said they died there."

Ximen Yu reported.

"The Han Family and the Su Family’s subsidiary forces engaged in a fierce battle? What was the cause of that?"

Shen Long wondered.

"It’s said to be over Core Formation Spiritual Objects. There are rumors that it’s about a Spiritual Treasure, and others believe that a third party incited the conflict. The exact truth is unclear."

Ximen Yu spoke truthfully.

After chatting for a short while, a medium-statured green-robed youth came up, holding out a blue Storage Bag, which he handed to Ximen Yu.

"Senior, this contains the items you requested. Please examine them."

Ximen Yu handed the blue Storage Bag to Shen Long, suggesting.

Shen Long swept his Divine Sense over it, nodded in satisfaction, paid the Spirit Stones without delay, and left the Golden Flood Dragon Pavilion.

He visited several major shops and bought a considerable amount of Cultivation Resources.

An hour later, Shen Long appeared in a secluded courtyard with green tiles. Inside the courtyard was a two-story green pavilion and a green Stone Pavilion.

Shen Long took out a red Messaging Plate, input a spell, and the respectful voice of Song Yan sounded, "Senior Shen, what are your instructions?"

"Have you entered the Core Formation Stage yet?"

Shen Long asked.

"Thanks to the great fortune provided by you, Senior, I have formed my Core,"

Song Yan’s voice was filled with joy.

Shen Long asked a few questions, mainly about the major events in the Outer Sea. Song Yan reported truthfully, in line with what Ximen Yu had said.

"You should continue your cultivation practice. I will contact you if there’s a need. Keep an eye out for information regarding fourth-order Flood Dragons,"

Shen Long instructed before stowing away the Messaging Plate.

Shen Long entered the Practice Room, sat down on a red cushion, and began meditating to regulate his breath.

After a time equivalent to the brewing of a pot of tea, Shen Long opened his eyes, took out a red Jade Slip, and pressed it against his forehead, immersing his Divine Sense into it.

Some time later, Shen Long withdrew his Divine Sense, a thoughtful expression on his face.

He took out a finely crafted cyan jade box, opened it, and inside was a scarlet lotus seed. This was a Tri-Leaf Blood Lotus seed, of which he had obtained nine in total.

He tossed the lotus seed forward, allowing it to float in mid-air, then exhaled a three-colored flame, enveloping the seed.

Under the high temperature, the lotus seed gradually swelled.

Shen Long picked up a blood-colored jade stone and threw it into the three-colored flames.

Under the high temperature, the blood-colored jade stone showed signs of melting, eventually turning into a pool of scarlet liquid that slowly solidified into segments of bone.