Chương 69: The Deal! The Youth-Preserving Pill! Li Huayuan's Summoning!

The Youth-Preserving Pill! Li Huayuan's Summoning!

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Zhou Ding stepped out of the cave. The light curtain of the Five Elements Profound Light Array slowly closed behind him, and the five-colored light flowed, completely concealing the entrance to the cave.

Outside the cave, a familiar figure stood with his hands behind his back.

The man was thin, dressed in a gray robe, and had an ordinary face—the kind of face that would be easily lost in a crowd.

He stood there quietly, without any unusual features, as if he were one with the surrounding mountains and rivers.

But those eyes were exceptionally bright, revealing a composure and caution beyond their years.

It is a composure that comes from experiencing life and death and seeing the true nature of people; it is a caution that is always vigilant and never relaxed.

It was Han Li.

After several years, Han Li still looked the same as before, but his demeanor was much more composed.

Although he is still at the early stage of Foundation Establishment, his foundation is solid, and he has obviously not slacked off in his cultivation over the years.

But upon closer inspection, a hint of weariness and anxiety was hidden between Han Li's brows.

Although he had the help of the little green bottle, his aptitude for the four spiritual roots was simply too poor.

Every breakthrough requires many times more effort than the average person.

Over the years, he must have been diligently studying day and night, never daring to slack off in the slightest.

Unfortunately, the effect was minimal.

"Junior Brother Han, it's been a long time," Zhou Ding said with a cupped-hands gesture and a gentle smile.

Han Li quickly returned the greeting, his attitude respectful: "Senior Brother Zhou, please forgive my intrusion in visiting."

The two exchanged pleasantries.

Zhou Ding looked him over and smiled, "Junior Brother Han, how have you been these past few years? Your cultivation has improved quite a bit."

This wasn't just a polite remark.

Compared to when he first established his foundation, Han Li's magical power was indeed much more solid, and his foundation was more robust.

However, there is still a considerable distance to go before reaching the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment.

Han Li gave a wry smile and shook his head.

"Senior Brother Zhou, you flatter me. I am of dull talent, and although I have not dared to slack off over the years, I have only barely managed to stabilize my early Foundation Establishment cultivation. Senior Brother Zhou, on the other hand... has already reached the middle Foundation Establishment stage."

As he said this, a complex look flashed in his eyes.

It was envy, it was self-consciousness, and it was also a hint of resentment.

Back in the Blood Forbidden Land, both of them were still in the Qi Refining stage.

Although Zhou Ding was stronger than him, the gap wasn't that large. With the help of the little green bottle, he originally thought he could catch up and surpass him.

But now, while he is still struggling in the early stage of Foundation Establishment, Zhou Ding has already entered the middle stage of Foundation Establishment.

This gap made him feel somewhat ashamed.

But he quickly suppressed these emotions.

The path to immortality is long, and temporary speed is insignificant.

As long as I keep working hard, I will catch up one day.

Zhou Ding noticed the change in his emotions, but didn't say anything, only smiled slightly.

"Junior Brother Han, there's no need to belittle yourself. With your talent, your achievements today are already remarkable. The path of cultivation is long, and temporary speed doesn't matter."

Han Li nodded, feeling somewhat relieved.

"Thank you for your guidance, Senior Brother Zhou."

Zhou Ding stepped aside to make way.

"Junior Brother Han, please come in. Since you're here, please have a seat."

Han Li nodded and followed Zhou Ding into the cave.

As Han Li passed through the Five Elements Profound Light Array, he couldn't help but take a few more glances at the ever-flowing five-colored light curtain.

Runes flowed across the light screen, and the five elements of light flashed alternately, exuding a resilient and profound aura.

He could sense that this formation was exceptionally powerful, something that no ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivator could set up.

"Senior Brother Zhou's protective formation is truly ingenious," Han Li exclaimed sincerely.

He had seen many formations over the years, but few had truly impressed him.

This formation possesses a powerful aura and exquisite runes, clearly indicating that it is no ordinary artifact.

It was many times better than the simple restrictions on my own cave dwelling.

Zhou Ding smiled.

"It's barely presentable."

The two entered the cave, passed through a long passageway, and arrived at the main hall.

The hall was elegantly furnished.

Several luminous pearls were embedded in the stone wall, emitting a soft glow.

Several stone benches were arranged around a stone table, on which were placed tea sets and several bamboo scrolls.

Several pots of medicinal herbs were placed in the corner, emitting a faint fragrance.

Xin Ruyin had been waiting for a long time.

She wore a light blue dress, her long hair was simply tied back, and a white jade hairpin was inserted in her hair.

Her face was lightly made up, making her look dignified and elegant, and more radiant than usual.

Her once pale face now had a healthy rosy glow, and she looked radiant.

Upon seeing the two enter, she stood up, bowed slightly, and behaved with grace and poise.

Xiao Mei stood to the side, dressed in a green dress, curiously sizing up Han Li.

Her eyes were full of curiosity, wondering why this seemingly ordinary cultivator would be personally greeted by the young master.

Zhou Ding introduced, "Ruyin, this is my fellow disciple, Han Li. Junior Brother Han, this is my Daoist partner, Xin Ruyin."

Han Li was taken aback upon hearing this, a look of surprise flashing in his eyes.

Daoist partners?

I never expected that Senior Brother Zhou already had a cultivation partner.

He secretly glanced at Xin Ruyin and saw that although she was not exceptionally beautiful, she had a gentle temperament and dignified manners, and was clearly a woman from a good family.

Moreover, although she was only at the Qi Refining stage, her brows revealed a refined and elegant air, clearly indicating that she was no ordinary person.

What surprised him even more was that the woman's complexion was excellent, unlike that of an ordinary Qi Refining stage cultivator.

That rosy glow emanating from within is something only those with good health and abundant blood and energy can possess.

He was secretly surprised, but remained outwardly calm.

For him, cultivating immortality was the most important thing. Romantic relationships would only hinder his cultivation.

But since Senior Brother Zhou chose this woman, he must have his reasons.

He bowed respectfully with his hands clasped in front of him.

"I've met you, sister-in-law."

Xin Ruyin blushed slightly and quickly returned the greeting. This was the first time someone had called her "sister-in-law," making her feel both shy and happy.

"Fellow Daoist Han, you're too kind. Please have a seat."

Xiao Mei served the spiritual tea and placed it in front of Han Li.

That spiritual tea was a top-quality product that Zhou Ding specially bought from the market. Its aroma was fragrant and refreshing.

Han Li picked up the teacup, took a sip, and felt a refreshing stream flow down his throat, instantly invigorating him. He secretly praised that the spiritual tea here from Senior Brother Zhou was far superior to that outside.

He put down his teacup, his gaze inadvertently sweeping across the hall.

This cave dwelling is spacious and bright, elegantly furnished, and rich in spiritual energy, far superior to his humble cave dwelling.

He sighed again.

Senior Brother Zhou, you really know how to enjoy life.

Fortunately, he didn't care about these things.

Zhou Ding picked up his teacup, took a sip, and then looked at Han Li, getting straight to the point.

"Junior Brother Han, what brings you here today?"

Han Li put down his teacup, remained silent for a moment, and then asked, "Does Senior Brother Zhou have any other ancient pill formulas?"

His voice was calm, but a hint of anticipation flashed in his eyes.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ding understood.

He remembered that when he last asked Han Li for the silver pages, he had used two ancient pill formulas as a trade.

For an alchemist like Han Li, the value of a pill formula is self-evident.

Now that he has come to ask for the pill formulas again, it's likely that those two formulas are no longer useful.

Zhou Ding's guess was correct.

Han Li felt bitter.

Over the years, he has used the small green bottle to cultivate a large number of spiritual herbs and refine countless pills.

He consumed bottle after bottle of the Purple Essence Pill and another type of pill. Although his cultivation progressed, he was ultimately unable to break through to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage.

Worse still, due to excessive use, the body has developed drug resistance.

The same pills are not as effective as before.

He needs a new prescription.

A new and more effective prescription.

Zhou Ding pondered for a moment, then nodded.

"I do have some ancient elixir formulas here."

Han Li's eyes lit up, but he quickly suppressed his excitement.

He knew that it was precisely in times like these that he needed to remain calm.

"I wonder if you'd be willing to make a trade, senior brother?"

Zhou Ding smiled slightly.

"Of course I'm willing. But... what does Junior Brother Han intend to offer in exchange?"

He paused, a hint of mockery in his eyes.

"I wouldn't even look at something so ordinary."

Han Li was taken aback.

He thought for a moment, then tentatively asked, "How about the pills?"

Zhou Ding shook his head.

"I also know some alchemy, and we have no shortage of elixirs."

Upon hearing this, Han Li felt another wave of bitterness in his heart.

Yes, Senior Brother Zhou can refine pills himself, so how could he lack pills?

Judging from the furnishings of this cave and Xin Ruyin's complexion, one can tell that Senior Brother Zhou's wealth far exceeds that of himself.

He remained silent for a moment, then began to consider what he could offer that he had.

After much thought, it seemed that the only thing he could offer was a miraculous medicine.

He took a deep breath and looked at Zhou Ding.

"I wonder if you are interested in spiritual herbs, Senior Brother?"

A glint of light flashed in Zhou Ding's eyes, but his face remained calm.

"Oh? What age of medicinal herbs can Junior Brother produce?"

"Ordinary medicinal herbs are beneath my notice."

Han Li hesitated for a moment, then took out a jade box from his storage bag and gently placed it on the table.

The jade box was pure white and carved from the finest mutton fat jade, with exquisite patterns engraved on its surface.

This jade box alone is worth a fortune.

The jade box was opened, and inside lay a blood-red spiritual herb.

The herb was about a foot long, with complete roots, oval leaves, and faint golden patterns along the edges.

The entire herb emitted a faint red glow, like a burning flame.

A rich medicinal aroma instantly filled the air, enveloping the entire hall.

"A Blood Spirit Flower that is five hundred years old."

Han Li said, a hint of reluctance flashing in his eyes.

He cultivated this Blood Spirit Flower in a small green bottle, intending to keep it for himself.

But for the sake of the new formula, he had no choice but to reluctantly give it up.

Zhou Ding picked up the jade box and carefully examined the Blood Spirit Flower.

Blood Spirit Flower is a rare spiritual herb, primarily used to refine body-tempering pills, and also to purify magical power.

For cultivators who focus on physical cultivation, it is an even rarer treasure.

For a monster like Xiao Jin, it's an even greater tonic.

He nodded in satisfaction.

"Blood Spirit Flower? Not bad. Junior Brother has such a good thing?"

Han Li explained, "I obtained it by chance from an ancient cultivator's cave."

Zhou Ding chuckled inwardly.

An ancient cultivator's cave dwelling? It was probably cultivated by your little green bottle.

But he didn't expose it; he just nodded.

"How about exchanging a five-hundred-year-old spiritual herb for a pill formula?"

Han Li nodded in agreement.

Zhou Ding took out a jade slip from his storage bag and placed it on the table.

It was a catalog, densely packed with the names and descriptions of dozens of elixirs.

Each one is labeled with its effects, the required medicinal herbs, and the suitable cultivation level.

The handwriting is neat and the entries are clear, indicating that it has been carefully organized.

"This is a catalog of pill formulas I obtained from an ancient cultivation cave. It contains formulas suitable for Foundation Establishment stage cultivators. Junior brother, you may choose one yourself."

Han Li took the jade slip, took a deep breath, and probed it with his divine sense.

In the sea of consciousness, lines of text slowly emerged.

Golden Essence Pill: With Golden Essence Grass and Primordial Yang Flower as its main ingredients, it can greatly enhance the cultivation level of Foundation Establishment cultivators, with effects more than three times stronger than Purple Essence Pill. Suitable for cultivators in the early and middle stages of Foundation Establishment.

Nourishing Spirit Pill: Primarily composed of Nourishing Heart Wood and Jade Condensing Grass, it nourishes the soul and has remarkable effects on cultivating spiritual awareness. Suitable for all Foundation Establishment stage cultivators.

Body Tempering Pill: Primarily composed of Dragon Blood Grass and Vajra Fruit, it tempers the physical body and enhances its strength. Suitable for body cultivators.

Spirit Restoration Pill: Primarily composed of Spirit Restoration Grass and Spirit Gathering Flower, it rapidly restores mana. Suitable for use in battle.

……

The sheer variety of pill formulas dazzled Han Li, filling him with an overwhelming sense of excitement.

Each of these prescriptions was incredibly appealing to him.

In particular, the Golden Essence Pill and the Spirit Nourishing Pill are exactly what he needs right now.

Golden Essence Pill can improve cultivation level, while Nourishing Spirit Pill can enhance spiritual sense.

With the two combined, his strength will definitely be greatly enhanced.

He carefully selected two options and finally chose them.

He raised his head and looked at Zhou Ding.

"Senior Brother Zhou, I want both of these. Golden Essence Pill and Spirit Nourishing Pill."

Zhou Ding glanced at it and nodded.

"The Golden Essence Pill and the Spirit Nourishing Pill are both excellent formulas. Junior Brother has good taste."

Han Li then took out a jade box from his storage bag and placed it on the table.

This jade box is larger than the previous one, golden in color, and emits a faint spiritual energy.

The jade box was opened, and inside lay a golden fruit.

The fruit was about the size of a baby's fist, golden in color, with fine lines on its surface and a faint glow.

A rich medicinal fragrance wafted over, even stronger than that of the Blood Spirit Flower.

"How about exchanging a 500-year-old Jade Sun Fruit, along with the Blood Spirit Flower we already had, for these two pill formulas?"

Zhou Ding picked up the jade box and carefully examined the Jade Yang Fruit.

The Jade Sun Fruit is a rare spiritual fruit that can be used to refine various elixirs.

Five hundred years old is even rarer.

If this fruit were taken to the market, it would be worth at least a thousand spirit stones.

He nodded in satisfaction.

"make a deal."

After the two completed the transaction, Han Li carefully put the two volumes of pill formulas into his storage bag, his face revealing an undisguised joy.

With these two elixir formulas, his cultivation will surely advance further.

He stood up, cupped his hands in greeting, and said, "Senior Brother Zhou, I'll take my leave now."

He couldn't wait to go back and study those two pill formulas to refine new pills.

Zhou Ding called out to him.

"Junior Brother Han, please wait."

Han Li was taken aback and turned around.

"Is there anything else, Senior Brother Zhou?"

Zhou Ding pointed to the Five Elements Profound Light Array at the entrance of the cave and asked, "Junior Brother Han, what do you think of my protective array?"

Han Li glanced at the formation, a look of doubt flashing in his eyes.

He didn't understand why Zhou Ding suddenly asked this, but he still answered truthfully, "Very extraordinary. The runes are exquisite, the aura is profound, and the power must be considerable. It is many times stronger than the simple restrictions in my cave."

Zhou Ding smiled slightly.

"This is the Five Elements Profound Light Array, which can temporarily resist attacks from Core Formation cultivators."

Han Li was startled upon hearing this, and a look of shock flashed in his eyes.

"Even a Core Formation stage cultivator can resist it!"

An overwhelming sense of envy welled up within him.

Although his cave dwelling was hidden deep in the Taiyue Mountains and surrounded by array formations, the protective measures were very rudimentary.

With only a few simple layers of restrictions, it's no match for a truly powerful enemy.

And his cave contains so many secretly cultivated spiritual herbs; if those herbs were discovered...

He dared not think any further.

Zhou Ding chuckled inwardly as he looked at his shocked expression.

He used this formation in a transaction for only one purpose—to extract the thousand-year-old spiritual medicine from Han Li.

Han Li has a small green bottle, which must have allowed him to cultivate many high-aged spiritual herbs.

He can easily produce something that's 500 years old.

There must be quite a few that are a thousand years old.

If we could obtain one or two thousand-year-old spiritual herbs, they would be of great use whether for alchemy, for Xiao Jin to take, or for Xin Ruyin to recuperate.

He was about to speak when he saw a flicker of interest in Han Li's eyes.

"Senior Brother Zhou, this formation... can it be traded?"

His voice carried a hint of anticipation, but also a hint of trepidation.

Zhou Ding nodded.

"Of course. Junior brother, would you like some?"

Han Li struggled internally.

He really wanted this formation.

The protective array that could withstand attacks from Core Formation cultivators was the treasure he had been dreaming of.

With it, his cave dwelling would be safe, and he would no longer have to worry about obtaining those spiritual herbs.

But what will he offer in exchange?

He smiled bitterly to himself.

Besides elixirs, what else does he have?

But with a five-hundred-year-old elixir, Senior Brother Zhou probably wouldn't be willing to exchange this formation.

The power of the Five Elements Profound Light Array is such that it can withstand attacks from Core Formation cultivators. How could its value be compared to a five-hundred-year-old spiritual herb?

A thousand-year-old elixir...

His heart tightened.

A thousand-year-old elixir, too precious to explain.

If it were put up for trade, it would very likely expose the existence of the little green bottle.

A thousand-year-old spiritual herb is enough to tempt even a Core Formation cultivator.

If people found out that he could produce a thousand-year-old elixir, the consequences would be unimaginable.

He gritted his teeth, about to refuse.

Suddenly, he thought of something.

He took a medicine bottle from his storage bag and placed it on the table.

The medicine bottle was only the size of a palm, crystal clear, and faintly glowed with a pinkish light.

A sealing talisman was affixed to the bottle opening to prevent the medicine's potency from escaping. (The image is visible through the bottle wall.)

"Senior Brother Zhou, this pill is called the Youth Preservation Pill, which can keep people young forever and preserve their appearance."

Han Li explained calmly.

"This was also obtained from that ancient cultivator's cave. I am willing to trade this Youth Preservation Pill with my senior brother for this Five Elements Profound Light Array."

Zhou Ding was taken aback.

A youth-preserving elixir?

Of course he knew what it was.

This is an extremely rare elixir. Once ingested, it can preserve one's appearance forever at the moment of ingestion, preventing aging.

Refining this elixir requires rare and precious medicinal herbs such as the thousand-year-old snow lotus and the jade-faced flower. The process is complex and the success rate is extremely low.

In the world of cultivation, this kind of elixir is just a useless commodity for most cultivators.

After all, those who cultivate immortality seek longevity and the improvement of their strength.

Appearance is completely unimportant.

Even if I grow old, or even become ugly, it would be worth it as long as I can live forever.

He used the Five Elements Profound Light Array as a bargaining chip, his real intention being to extract the thousand-year-old spiritual medicine from Han Li.

I didn't expect this kid to be so cautious.

They would rather use a useless pill like the Youth-Preserving Pill than reveal the millennium-old elixir.

Zhou Ding cursed inwardly, about to refuse.

Suddenly, he caught a glimpse out of the corner of his eye and was taken aback.

Xin Ruyin and Xiao Mei were staring intently at the medicine bottle in Han Li's hand.

Although neither of them spoke, the longing in their eyes was unmistakable.

That longing was like a child seeing their favorite toy, or a hungry person seeing delicious food.

Xin Ruyin, who was usually calm and composed, unconsciously clenched her sleeves at this moment.

Those clear eyes shone with an undeniable light.

Her breathing became more rapid, but she forced herself not to make a sound.

Xiaomei was even more exaggerated, her mouth slightly open and her eyes wide open, as if she wanted to snatch the medicine bottle away.

Her hands gripped Xin Ruyin's sleeve tightly, her knuckles turning white, and her whole body trembled slightly.

Zhou Ding immediately realized what was going on.

So that's what Han Li was planning.

For women, appearance is the most important thing.

Especially for women in the cultivation world, who have long lifespans, what a blessing it would be to remain young forever.

Many female cultivators spare no expense to buy various beauty pills and anti-aging creams in order to maintain their appearance.

Although this youth-preserving pill was dispensable to Zhou Ding, as he never cared about his appearance.

In the world of cultivation, power and strength reign supreme. Appearance?

That's just a shell.

But for the two female cultivators, Xin Ruyin and Xiao Mei, they were priceless treasures.

Zhou Ding looked at Han Li, a hint of a smile flashing in his eyes.

That kid's got some cunning.

"You little rascal."

Han Li's expression remained unchanged, but a hint of guilt flashed in his eyes.

He knew his little scheme had been seen through, but since things had come to this, he could only grit his teeth and continue.

"Senior Brother Zhou, this Youth Preservation Pill can't be bought outside. I was just lucky to find it by chance in an ancient cultivator's cave. If it were auctioned off, it would be worth at least several thousand spirit stones. Those female cultivators would probably be willing to sell their entire fortune for it."

Zhou Ding chuckled inwardly.

Thousands of spirit stones?

For female cultivators, they would probably be willing to spend tens of thousands of spirit stones.

He glanced at Xin Ruyin, then at Xiao Mei, and sighed inwardly.

These two women, one his Daoist partner and the other his Daoist partner's personal maid, will likely spend their lives together.

They rarely have something they want, so how could I not give it to them?

He looked at Han Li and shook his head, feigning helplessness.

"Fine, fine. Three Youth Preservation Pills, and the Five Elements Mystic Light Array is yours."

Han Li was taken aback, a look of hesitation flashing across his face.

This Youth-Preserving Pill, though seemingly useless, is still made from a thousand-year-old medicinal herb.

To refine these three Youth Preservation Pills, he used a thousand-year-old snow lotus, plus several auxiliary spiritual herbs that were hundreds of years old.

Is it worth exchanging three stones for one formation?

He struggled with the decision for a moment, but finally nodded.

"make a deal."

He hadn't yet repaid Zhou Ding for the Third Revolution Yuan Technique he had received last time.

Consider this as repaying part of a favor.

Moreover, the Youth-Preserving Pill was indeed of little use to him, so exchanging it for a life-saving protective array was worthwhile.

Zhou Ding took down the set of Five Elements Profound Light Array equipment and handed it to Han Li.

It was a complete set of array flags, thirty-six in total, each engraved with intricate runes.

The array flag was crystal clear, with faint five-colored light flowing around it, exuding a mysterious aura.

There is also a jade tablet, which is the core of the control formation.

"The method for setting up this formation is recorded in the jade slip. Junior brother, you can set it up according to the instructions when you return."

Han Li took the array equipment and carefully put it into his storage bag. He then handed the bottle of Youth-Preserving Pill to Zhou Ding.

"Thank you, Senior Brother Zhou."

Zhou Ding took the medicine bottle, opened it, and saw that there were indeed three pink pills inside, emitting a faint fragrance.

The pills are round and smooth, with a pure medicinal aroma and excellent quality.

He nodded.

"Junior Brother Han, you're too kind."

Han Li bowed again, bid farewell, and left.

Zhou Ding escorted him to the entrance of the cave and watched his figure disappear into the clouds.

……

Back in the hall, Zhou Ding handed the bottle of Youth-Preserving Pill to Xin Ruyin.

"Ruyin, you two should break up."

Xin Ruyin took the medicine bottle, her eyes flashing with excitement.

She opened the bottle, poured out three youth-preserving pills, took one for herself, and handed one to Xiaomei.

Xiao Mei received the Youth-Preserving Pill, her hands trembling with excitement.

She held the pill as if it were the most precious treasure in the world, her eyes glistening with tears.

"Long live the son-in-law!"

She wanted to jump up and kiss the pill over and over again, spinning around in place several times with a silly grin on her face.

Xin Ruyin's eyes were also filled with tears as she looked at Zhou Ding and said softly, "Zhou Lang, I'm so sorry to have troubled you."

She felt a little apologetic.

She knew that Zhou Ding originally didn't want the Youth-Preserving Pill.

He took out the formation with the intention of exchanging it for something more useful.

It could be a elixir, a magical artifact, or some other treasure that can enhance one's strength.

But because he wanted it himself, he agreed to the deal.

This gesture deeply moved her.

Zhou Ding smiled and shook his head.

"It's alright. Anyway, with your Reversed Five Elements Array, it's time to replace this Five Elements Profound Light Array. Besides, this Youth Preservation Pill is useful to you, and it's more worthwhile than exchanging it for any spiritual medicine."

Xin Ruyin was deeply moved upon hearing this.

She lowered her head and whispered, "Rest assured, Zhou Lang, Ruyin will definitely research and develop an even stronger formation to help you. I will never let you down."

Zhou Ding reached out and put his arm around her waist.

There's no need for such calculations between us.

Xiaomei watched from the side, secretly wiping away her tears.

It's wonderful that the young lady has met her future husband.

Holding the youth-preserving pill in her hands, she secretly vowed to serve the young lady and the young master well and repay the young master's kindness.

……

Han Li's arrival was just a minor incident.

After that, Zhou Ding resumed his cultivation.

Every morning, he would take Xiao Jin to explore for treasures in the Taiyue Mountains.

Now that Xiao Jin has advanced to level three, his Earth Listening Technique can cover a range of thirty miles, greatly improving his treasure hunting efficiency.

In just three months, he found many rare medicinal herbs and minerals.

Every afternoon, he would discuss formations with Xin Ruyin in the hall.

Xin Ruyin's mastery of array formations is becoming increasingly profound, and she is now able to independently set up some arrays with considerable power.

Occasionally, Zhou Ding's ideas would also catch her eye.

On one occasion, Zhou Ding proposed an idea that left Xin Ruyin stunned for a while. She then buried herself in deduction for ten days and finally perfected a brand new formation.

Every night, he and Xin Ruyin would practice the Yin-Yang Creation Technique together.

Both of them were steadily improving their cultivation levels, and their feelings for each other were also growing deeper.

The yang energy within Xin Ruyin's body was continuously transformed into pure true essence, which was then transferred into Zhou Ding's body, causing his cultivation level to rapidly improve.

As for Xin Ruyin herself, due to the balance of Yin and Yang, her Dragon Roar Body was completely suppressed, and her complexion improved more and more.

Occasionally, he would also take time to study alchemy.

He tried to refine all the ancient elixir formulas he learned from the Qingyang Elixir Book.

Although the success rate was not high, we have accumulated a lot of experience.

On one occasion, he even successfully refined a batch of Golden Essence Pills. Although the quality was average, it still excited him for several days.

Life is fulfilling and pleasant.

……

Three months later.

On this day, Zhou Ding was cultivating in his meditation room when he suddenly sensed that the Inverted Five Elements Array outside his cave had been activated.

He frowned and extended his divine sense.

A moment later, a look of surprise flashed across his face.

The visitor turned out to be none other than the eldest disciple, Yu Kun.

He stood up and walked out of the cave.

Outside the cave, Yu Kun stood with his hands behind his back, a gentle smile on his face.

Seeing Yu Kun come in person, Zhou Ding's doubts deepened.

"Senior Brother, what brings you here?" Zhou Ding asked, cupping his hands in greeting.

Yu Kun laughed and said, "Junior Brother Zhou, Master has summoned us. Come with me quickly."

Zhou Ding was taken aback.

Why did Master Li Huayuan call him over?