127: Master Baili

After the two Magic Treasures were refined, Lin Feng quietly waited for his three-year agreement with Baili Xing, Qingyun, and Shi Potian to go to the North Sea. During these three years, Lin Feng did not stop Cultivating. In the upcoming expedition, strength was the hard truth.

Since Lin Feng couldn't improve his strength much in the short term, he focused a portion of his energy on Body Refining.

Throughout the years Lin Feng had been Cultivating, he had never stopped Body Refining, but Body Refining was relatively slow. Even with the help of Midnight Bone Tempering, Lin Feng had only managed to Cultivate Body Refining to the Middle Stage of the second tier.

Second-tier Middle Stage Body Refining only meant that some Magical Artifacts couldn't harm Lin Feng; Spiritual Artifacts, however, still could. This left Lin Feng quite unsatisfied, but Body Refining was just like that—slow progress, yet nothing could be done about it.

However, Lin Feng was not discouraged by this. Although Body Refining progressed slowly, every bit of improvement would provide him with an extra layer of security during his expeditions.

During these three years, in addition to Cultivating and Body Refining, Lin Feng further improved his Alchemy and Artifact Refining skills. He continuously researched new Pill Formulas and methods for refining Magical Artifacts, hoping to be fully prepared for the upcoming expedition.

Finally, three years passed in a flash, and Lin Feng received a message from Baili Xing, saying that the appointed time had arrived and they could depart.

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng's heart stirred, knowing this was the beginning of his expedition. He immediately packed his belongings, taking the Magic Treasures and Medicinal Pills he had refined, as well as various resources accumulated over the years, preparing to meet with Baili Xing and the others.

On his way to the meeting point, Lin Feng pondered inwardly. The depths of the North Sea were extremely dangerous, and they needed to be fully prepared to cope with the impending perils. At the same time, he also looked forward to obtaining some precious Materials and Opportunities during this expedition to enhance his strength.

When Lin Feng arrived at the meeting point, he found Baili Xing, Qingyun, and Shi Potian had already been waiting for a long time. The four of them exchanged smiles, then embarked together on their journey into the depths of the North Sea.

Upon meeting, Lin Feng asked Baili Xing for the Golden Essence Pill Pill Formula. Baili Xing smiled and took out a Jade Slip from his storage ring, handing it to Lin Feng and saying, “Daoist Lin, this is the Golden Essence Pill Pill Formula. Keep it safe.”

Lin Feng took the Jade Slip, submerged his Divine Sense into it, and carefully browsed the contents of the Pill Formula. He found that this Golden Essence Pill Pill Formula was indeed extraordinary, containing not only the various Materials required to refine the Golden Essence Pill but also detailed refining steps and precautions.

He secretly rejoiced that he was able to cooperate with Baili Xing and the others this time to explore the depths of the North Sea together. With this Pill Formula, regardless of the ultimate goal of this trip, his primary objective was basically accomplished. As for the subsequent exploration, he only needed to be cautious. If he encountered life-threatening danger, he would decisively flee.

Lin Feng put away the Jade Slip and cupped his hands to Baili Xing and the others, saying, “Many thanks, Daoist Baili, for your generous gift. I will certainly not disappoint.”

Baili Xing smiled and waved his hand, saying, “Daoist Lin, you are too polite. Since we four have decided to explore together, we should help each other and advance together.”

Qingyun and Shi Potian also nodded in agreement. The four of them exchanged smiles.

Before departing, Baili Xing stated the purpose of this trip and put forward his requirements.

Firstly, because he provided the exploration site, and the three of them were only assisting, he would have the first selection right for any Treasure and 50% of all Treasures found.

Lin Feng frowned slightly upon hearing this, but then his brow relaxed. He understood that it was reasonable for Baili Xing, as the one who provided the exploration site, to make such a request. Moreover, Lin Feng's main purpose for coming this time was for the Golden Essence Pill Pill Formula. As for other Treasures, it would be good to get them, but he wouldn't force it if he couldn't.

He spoke, saying, “What Daoist Baili said is very true. On this trip, you will have the first selection right for any Treasure and 50% of all Treasures. I have no objection. However, we hope that during the exploration, we can also obtain some deserved Opportunities and improvements.”

Baili Xing nodded in satisfaction upon hearing this, saying, “That is natural. Since we four have decided to explore together, we should help each other and advance together. The Treasures and Opportunities obtained will naturally be distributed according to each person's contribution.”

Qingyun and Shi Potian also expressed their agreement. The four of them exchanged smiles again, and the atmosphere became harmonious.

At this moment, Qingyun and Shi Potian stepped forward to voice their doubts. Since they had already decided to set off, Qingyun spoke up, saying, “Daoist Baili, Daoist Lin, we are heading into the depths of the North Sea, which is extremely dangerous. Do the two of you have any specific plans or routes?”

Baili Xing nodded slightly upon hearing this, saying, “I have a map of the depths of the North Sea, which marks some locations that may contain Treasure Troves. On this trip, we will first investigate them one by one according to the markings on the map.”

Lin Feng's heart stirred upon hearing this, and he said, “A map? May I take a look?”

Baili Xing smiled and nodded, handing the map in his hand to Lin Feng. Lin Feng took the map and carefully browsed it. He found that this map was indeed detailed, not only marking the locations of various places but also indicating some dangerous areas.

He secretly rejoiced that with this map, the safety of their trip would be greatly improved. He handed the map to Qingyun and Shi Potian, who both nodded in praise.

Seeing this, Baili Xing continued, “On this trip, we need to help each other and advance together. When encountering danger, everyone must not act rashly and must obey instructions.”

Lin Feng and the others nodded in agreement. They knew that teamwork was extremely important in exploration, and only by working together could they cope with the impending dangers.

At this moment, Shi Potian spoke, saying, “I have always had a doubt in my heart. The Treasure Map in your hand is so detailed, Daoist Baili. Could you tell us three the origin of this Treasure Trove, so that we can feel at ease?”

Baili Xing paused slightly upon hearing this, as if weighing something. After a moment, he slowly spoke, “This Treasure Map was passed down to me by my father. Since Daoist Shi has asked, I hope that what I say today will not be spread, otherwise I will never let him off!”

Saying this, Baili Xing's face was serious as he continued, “To be frank, this Treasure Map was left by my grandfather. My grandfather, I believe you all have heard of him! He is Senior Bai Li, who was famous in the North Sea Cultivation World hundreds of years ago!”

Lin Feng and the others all showed surprise upon hearing this. They didn't expect that Baili Xing's grandfather was Senior Bai Li, who was famous in the North Sea Cultivation World hundreds of years ago!