A figure flew through the misty sea region, and not long after, flew at a low altitude, landing on an unnamed small island.
"Cultivation knows no years; in a blink of an eye, several more years have passed."
Thinking of the many Level 6 and 7 Demon Beast Inner Cores in his Storage Pouch, Han Li's face showed a faint smile.
His harvest from this sea excursion was quite abundant, thanks in no small part to the unique terrain of the Sea Abyss.
"I wonder how many more years of Cultivation it will take to advance to the Core Formation Middle Stage."
Han Li thought as he flew towards his Immortal Cave.
Seeing the grand Formation intact, Han Li felt that everything was safe and sound, and his mind and body relaxed. He cast a hand seal onto the grand Formation, and the Formation's light screen automatically opened a gap.
Upon reaching the entrance of his Immortal Cave, which should have been the most secure moment, he suddenly sensed a Formation fluctuation not far from him. His face immediately showed a terrified expression, and his entire body bristled like a cat, a chill running down his spine.
He was extremely shocked, "How could this be? There's actually an extra Formation next to my Immortal Cave?"
"If he could enter the outer grand Formation without anyone knowing, then my Immortal Cave, and the things inside…"
Han Li's face was ashen as he rushed into his Immortal Cave, inspecting everything inside and out.
"Nothing is missing; it seems like no one has entered."
Han Li stroked his chin, beginning to ponder, "Although I don't know why that person did this, secretly setting up a home next to my Immortal Cave definitely means no good. No matter who this person is, he must not be allowed to stay!"
A burst of Killing Intent erupted from him. If anyone capable of sensing it were present, they would be astonished; this was not the Evil Qi that could be formed by killing just a few dozen people.
Han Li, brimming with Killing Intent, arrived outside Li Feiyu's Immortal Cave. Being cautious, he wanted to first probe the other party's background before seizing an opportunity to act.
"Fellow Daoist inside, why have you set up a home next to my, Li's, Immortal Cave? Isn't this a bit too much?"
Han Li's voice was very loud, like a great bell. Li Feiyu, who was meditating and cultivating Qi, opened his eyes upon hearing it, a smile appearing on his face.
"Finally returned? But why haven't you learned your lesson yet?"
After altering his voice, he also transmitted, "So it's Fellow Daoist Li's Immortal Cave. My surname is Han. I accidentally discovered this sea island; the mist swirls, and the Spiritual Vein is impressive, very much to my liking, so I've settled here."
"Surname Han?"
Han Li's face was odd, his eyes filled with suspicion.
It felt somewhat familiar, like déjà vu.
He thought of something and probed, "Senior Brother Li, when did you arrive?"
Li Feiyu thought Han Li had seen through him, but he stubbornly denied it, "What are you saying, Fellow Daoist? I don't understand. My surname is Han. Your Excellency must be surnamed Li, right?"
Han Li's face darkened, becoming even more certain that the person inside was Li Feiyu.
Otherwise, anyone who discovered such an Immortal Cave would be curious to enter it.
"Senior Brother Li, stop pretending! I know it's you!"
Han Li gave a bitter laugh, not expecting to be caught again for using his name. He felt his luck might be a bit too bad.
Did I owe him in my past life?
There was a moment of silence within the Formation, then Li Feiyu's original voice came through, "You found out so quickly, it's no fun."
The Formation opened, and Li Feiyu flew out. He looked at Han Li, a smile on his face: "However, Junior Brother Han, you're using my name again!"
Han Li looked a bit awkward, "Oh, oh, oh, Senior Brother Li, if you want to, you can borrow mine too."
Li Feiyu's expression froze, "It's been a few years, and your skin has gotten much thicker. Do you think I'm stupid? You are now being hunted by the Nascent Soul Cultivators of the Demonic Paths, or perhaps by all Nascent Soul old monsters."
"Senior Brother Li, you already know?"
"Yes, I didn't expect the Void Heaven Palace's greatest Treasure Trove to fall into your hands. It truly makes one envious."
Han Li showed an embarrassed expression.
Li Feiyu changed the subject, saying, "Actually, I'm not much different from you. The Demonic Paths and the Star Palace are probably all looking for me too."
Han Li was immediately stunned. What's going on?
"Like you, I also came to the Outer Star Sea to seek refuge."
"Senior Brother Li, you…" Han Li was speechless, "What kind of outrageous thing did you do?"
"I killed the Personal Disciple of a Great Cultivator of the Demonic Paths Nascent Soul, in the name of the Star Palace."
"What?!" Han Li exclaimed after hearing this, "You're… too bold."
Li Feiyu spread his hands, "I couldn't help it; this was a mission given to me by the Star Palace."
Han Li frowned, "Senior Brother Li, with your temperament, you wouldn't normally bother with such matters."
"Normally, that would be true, but if it involves advancing to Nascent Soul, then taking some risks is worth it. Isn't that why the Void Heaven Palace cooperated with Old Devil Bone Sage?"
"Breaking through to Nascent Soul is incredibly difficult. Relying solely on arduous Cultivation and Impact, the success rate is less than half a percent."
Han Li's eyes were filled with pleasant surprise, "You obtained a method from the Star Palace to increase the success rate of advancing to Nascent Soul?"
Li Feiyu nodded, "There are two methods. Although they are quite difficult, the methods are indeed feasible."
"This time I came to find you not only to prepare for advancing to Nascent Soul, but also for the nine-bend spirit ginseng in your possession. Han Li, have you gathered all the ingredients for the Pill Formula that Old Devil Bone Sage gave you?"
Upon hearing that Li Feiyu was preparing to advance to Nascent Soul, Han Li felt a surge of envy, and a touch of jealousy, a thousand emotions swirling in his heart.
"I'm still missing one Thousand-Leaf Dew. Later, I inquired and found out that it's actually the sap of a spirit herb that grows beside Level 8 Demon Beasts."
"So that's it. That truly is a bit troublesome."
"How about this, I'll take care of the Thousand-Leaf Dew."
"The more methods for advancing to Nascent Soul, the better. I won't easily give up on this Nine Revolutions Spirit Ginseng Pill either."
Han Li nodded slightly. He felt the same way; as long as he knew the lair of a Level 8 Demon Beast, even if it was a Dragon's Den or a Tiger's Lair, he would venture in.
"By the way, Senior Brother Li, what two methods for advancing to Nascent Soul did you obtain?"
"Want to know?"
"Yes."
"Then I'll give them to you."
Li Feiyu handed Han Li a Jade Slip with the two methods inscribed on it, along with a small section of soul nourishing wood with roots.
Han Li held the Jade Slip, feeling its immense weight, as if it weighed a thousand catties.
"Don't look like you're about to cry from emotion. If you have any good items, you can trade them with me too."
"The path of Cultivation is inherently cruel. If there's someone trustworthy to accompany you, wouldn't that be wonderful?"
Han Li nodded. Most Cultivators are indifferent and selfish, which is why he had always lived cautiously, but if it was Li Feiyu, he was indeed someone worth fighting alongside.
He then scanned the contents of the Jade Slip with his Divine Sense and said, "They are indeed both feasible. If both of these are gathered, plus the Nine Revolutions Spirit Ginseng Pill, the chances of advancing to Nascent Soul should be considerable."
"So, you've been out at sea for so long, you must have hunted many Demon Beasts, right? Do you have any Level 7 Innate Spirit Beasts of the water and fire elements?"
Han Li said, "Senior Brother Li, you really think highly of me. Level 7 Innate Spirit Beasts, plus their Divine Abilities, unless several late stage Core Formation Cultivators surround and kill them, they simply cannot be killed."
"Moreover, such Innate Spirit Beasts are extremely rare. I've only encountered one Level 6 Glazed Beast. Using it for Alchemy would probably greatly reduce the effect."
"Alright then, I'll still have to rely on myself. You came back to refine Medicinal Pills and go into seclusion for Cultivation, right?"
Han Li nodded.
"Then I'll go by myself. Core Formation Early Stage, my strength is indeed a bit low."
"Han Li, you should focus on your seclusion."
"Then I'll trouble Senior Brother Li."
Han Li, who had arrived with Killing Intent, returned full of pleasant surprises.
Li Feiyu prepared for three days, after which a rainbow light flew out of his Immortal Cave, shooting rapidly towards the Sea Abyss.