CHAPTER 409: CHAPTER 240: RETURNING TO THE LAVA WORLD

"It’s not difficult."

Yang Yankun did not keep it a secret and directly revealed the method: "You only need to refine the essence blood of the wild beasts or demon beasts from the Lava World and integrate it into yourself. This way, you can cover your own aura and deceive the exploration of the Lava World."

"So simple?" Xu Ping couldn’t help but be stunned.

"That’s right, it’s that simple!" Yang Yankun nodded with a smile.

This method indeed sounds extremely simple at first, but if you couldn’t think of this approach, who knows how many days it would waste.

After all, their Luoyun Sect is the best example.

Immediately after, Yang Yankun further added: "However, if you want to conceal the aura of an Early-Stage Golden Core Cultivator, at least the essence blood of a Quasi-Tier Three demon beast is needed.

"And to conceal the aura of a Middle Stage of Golden Core Cultivator, you’ll need the essence blood of a Third-rank Lower Grade demon beast, and so on.

"Currently, the highest cultivation level allowed to enter the Lava Secret Realm is Late-Stage Golden Core."

In fact, this method was painstakingly researched by the high-level members of the One Qi Alliance. Originally, they didn’t plan to make it public, intending instead to explore the Lava Secret Realm themselves.

Yet, somehow, some bastard leaked this information.

Now, not only does the entire Yue Country know about it, but even the Hu and Feng countries are stirred up.

Seeing that the news could no longer be concealed, the high-level members of the One Qi Alliance had no choice but to reluctantly and frustratedly acknowledge the matter.

After all, as members of the Orthodoxy alliance, they couldn’t be as utterly shameless and unconcerned about their reputation as the demon cultivators.

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Lava Secret Realm.

"Achoo!"

Hongyi rubbed his nose, muttering, "Why do people keep talking about me recently!"

"You brat leaked the news about this secret realm; the higher-ups of the One Qi Alliance are nearly exploding with anger. If they’re not cursing you, then who?"

The voice of Nine Nether Elder, full of schadenfreude, leisurely came from within Hongyi’s sea of consciousness.

"Senior, wasn’t it you who asked me to disclose the news?"

Upon hearing this, Hongyi spread his hands helplessly, "You said it would help muddy the waters!"

Ever since Nine Nether Elder moved into his sea of consciousness, he’s lived an incredibly exciting life.

First, he plotted against the Nascent Soul Cultivators of three countries. Then, he successfully killed Master Xuan Gu of the Six Demon Countries Alliance, and now he has even offended the One Qi Alliance.

If these things were exposed, he might become the first Golden Core Cultivator to enjoy the treatment of being jointly hunted by both orthodoxy and demon paths.

Such a unique honor would surely make even Nascent Soul Cultivators shake with joy.

"If it weren’t for your weak strength, I wouldn’t have to worry so much!" Nine Nether Elder said irritably.

"Alright, enough nonsense!"

He then ended the topic, continuing, "This Lava World likely is a secret realm for training disciples of ancient sects; power exceeding that of Golden Core Cultivators is not allowed here."

"It’s inconvenient for me to make a move; everything depends on you."

With that, Nine Nether Elder’s tone carried a tinge of disdain, "I wonder how you cultivate, taking over fifty years to progress from Early Stage Golden Core to the peak of Middle Stage of Golden Core!"

"With such weak strength, I wonder if you can manage!"

’Do you even hear what you’re saying?’

Hongyi wanted to retort with this.

Taking over fifty years to cultivate from Early Stage Golden Core to being one step away from Late-Stage Golden Core – is that slow?

This cultivation speed would surely surpass even Earth Spirit Root cultivators.

But eventually, he didn’t argue back.

Sigh, I’ve gotten used to it!

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Hours later, Xu Ping walked out of Luoyun Studio with a face full of contemplation.

In the end, Xu Ping still politely refused Yang Yankun’s proposal to join the Luoyun Sect.

Though Yang Yankun mentioned that Luoyun Sect was planning to organize five or six Golden Core Cultivators, led by a Late-Stage Golden Core expert, to explore the Lava Secret Realm, taking Xu Ping along.

However, Xu Ping resolutely refused.

After all, traveling with people from Luoyun Sect would present many inconveniences.

Furthermore, even if they encounter top-tier wood-element magical materials in the Lava Secret Realm, the ownership likely wouldn’t fall to him.

He definitely needs to visit this Lava World, but not with the cultivators of the Luoyun Sect.

After pondering for a moment, Xu Ping had already made up his mind.

In the days that followed, Xu Ping began to frequently visit the caves of several nearby Core Formation Stage Cultivators.

He not only humbly asked them about the issues he needed to pay attention to after entering the Core Formation Stage but also specifically inquired about various situations regarding the Lava World.

Since he was asking about non-confidential matters, coupled with his status as a third-rank Talisman Master, these cultivators were quite willing to share the information they knew with Xu Ping.

Listening to these fellow cultivators’ narrations, Xu Ping was surprised to find that they had all explored the Lava Secret Realm and each had gained abundantly.

Thus, the last bit of concern in Xu Ping’s heart was also dispelled.

There’s no reason why they could all return safely, and he couldn’t!

However, just to be safe, Xu Ping decided to join an experienced Golden Core team first.

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Two months passed in the blink of an eye.

Third-rank Cave, Insect Room.

"Chirp, chirp!"

Red Flame Golden Beetles let out excited roars towards Xu Ping.

A fierce aura emanated from their bodies; their crimson shells were shining like blazing flames, striking and scorching.

"After years of meticulous cultivation, this group of Red Flame Golden Beetles can finally be of use!"

Seeing this scene, Xu Ping’s mouth unconsciously curved into a satisfied smile.

Over the decades, through careful cultivation, this group of Red Flame Golden Beetles had finally reached maturity, achieving Second-stage Middle Grade.

Moreover, several among them had even outperformed, reaching Second-stage Upper Grade!