136: Third level

Lin Feng cupped his hands and said, "I am Wang Sicong, and I have come to seek Senior Zhou for an urgent matter to discuss."

Silence fell for a moment inside the door, then Zhou Mingren's voice came: "Come in."

Lin Feng pushed open the door and saw the room filled with smoke, a faint medicinal fragrance wafting to his nose. In the center of the room, an old man in a green robe sat before a Pill Furnace, focused on refining Medicinal Pills.

Lin Feng walked forward, cupped his hands, and bowed, "Junior Wang Sicong greets Senior Zhou."

Zhou Mingren looked up, scrutinized Lin Feng for a moment, and said, "Oh? What do you seek me for?"

Lin Feng took out a Jade Slip from his 懷 and handed it to Zhou Mingren, saying, "Junior heard that Senior possesses a Pill Formula for Deer Blood Pill that can enhance Body Refining effects, and has come specifically to purchase it. I hope Senior can part with it."

Zhou Mingren took the Jade Slip, his Divine Sense probed it, and after browsing it, he said, "Your information is quite well-informed. Indeed, I do have a Pill Formula for Deer Blood Pill. However, this Deer Blood Pill is a Medicinal Pill I recently developed, and it is exceptionally precious. It won't be easy for you to obtain it."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng was already prepared. He smiled slightly and said, "Senior, rest assured, Junior will naturally not let Senior suffer a loss. Junior is willing to exchange this Deer Blood Pill for something of equal value."

Zhou Mingren's eyes flashed with a glimmer of light upon hearing this. He looked at Lin Feng with interest and said, "Oh? What do you intend to exchange it for?"

Lin Feng took out an exquisite Jade Bottle and a Jade Slip from his 懷 and handed them to Zhou Mingren, saying, "Junior has a bottle of Golden Essence Pill that I refined myself, and this Jade Slip. I am willing to exchange them for Senior's Deer Blood Pill Pill Formula."

Zhou Mingren took the Jade Bottle, opened the lid, and a rich medicinal fragrance wafted to his nose. He poured out a Golden Essence Pill, examined it carefully, and a satisfied expression appeared on his face. This Golden Essence Pill was of superior quality and excellent efficacy, clearly not something an ordinary Cultivator could refine.

Zhou Mingren then picked up the Jade Slip, his Divine Sense probed it, and after browsing it, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. Inside the Jade Slip was the Pill Formula for the Golden Essence Pill.

He looked up at Lin Feng and said, "Your Golden Essence Pill and its Pill Formula are quite valuable. You are willing to use them to exchange for the Deer Blood Pill Pill Formula, you are quite generous."

Lin Feng smiled slightly and said, "The Deer Blood Pill Pill Formula in Senior's possession is extremely important to me. As long as Senior is willing to part with it, Junior is willing to give everything."

Zhou Mingren laughed heartily upon hearing this and said, "Good, I appreciate your courage. Since you are so sincere, then I shall exchange this Deer Blood Pill Pill Formula with you."

With that, he handed the Deer Blood Pill Pill Formula to Lin Feng. Lin Feng took the Pill Formula, overjoyed. He knew that with this Deer Blood Pill Pill Formula, his path of Body Refining would undoubtedly be smoother.

He quickly cupped his hands in thanks, "Thank you, Senior, for your generous gift. Junior is immensely grateful."

Zhou Mingren waved his hand and said, "No need to be polite, we are simply getting what we need. If you have any other needs, feel free to come find me in the future."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng's heart stirred. He had long since inquired and knew that although Senior Zhou appeared casual, he was in fact an extremely astute person. His willingness to exchange Pill Formulas so readily with him today clearly indicated that he valued the Golden Essence Pill and its Pill Formula in his possession.

Thinking of this, Lin Feng said, "Senior, Junior has one more request."

Zhou Mingren raised an eyebrow upon hearing this and said, "Oh? What else do you need?"

Lin Feng took out a Jade Slip from his 懷 and handed it to Zhou Mingren, saying, "Junior also has a method for refining a Formation here, and I am willing to use it to ask Senior a question."

Zhou Mingren took the Jade Slip, his Divine Sense probed it, and after browsing it, a surprised expression appeared on his face. This Formation was extremely profound, unlike any he had ever seen before. This Formation was precisely Lin Feng's Small Five Elements Inversion Formation refining method.

He looked up at Lin Feng and said, "This Formation of yours is quite interesting. What question do you want to ask?"

Lin Feng said, "Junior wants to know if there are any dangers in the Five Elements Secret Realm that need special attention."

Zhou Mingren pondered for a moment upon hearing this and said, "The Five Elements Secret Realm is fraught with danger. Not only does it contain various fierce Yao Beasts, but also various dangerous mechanisms and traps. However, if you can act carefully, it is not without a glimmer of hope."

With that, he meticulously informed Lin Feng of some of the dangers within the Five Elements Secret Realm and the corresponding countermeasures.

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng couldn't help but ponder to himself. He hadn't expected the Five Elements Secret Realm to be so dangerous. However, he also understood that danger often coexists with opportunity. As long as he acted carefully, he would surely be able to find the Five Elements Stone within the Five Elements Secret Realm.

He quickly cupped his hands in thanks, "Thank you, Senior, for your guidance. Junior is immensely grateful."

Zhou Mingren smiled slightly and said, "No need to be polite, we are simply getting what we need. If you have any other needs, feel free to come find me in the future."

Zhou Mingren also reminded him, "The Five Elements Secret Realm opening is not only for the Human Race to enter. Some Yao Race from the Demon Spirit Continent near Cloud Hidden City will also take the opportunity to enter, attempting to obtain Heaven And Earth Treasures from the Secret Realm. These Yao Race are powerful and ruthless, so if you encounter them, you must be extremely careful."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng's expression became even more solemn. He hadn't expected the opening of the Five Elements Secret Realm to attract the attention of the Yao Race. This was undoubtedly another huge challenge for him.

He cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Senior, for the reminder. Junior will be careful."

Zhou Mingren nodded and said, "Mm, it's good that you act carefully. Additionally, within the Five Elements Secret Realm, there are some special Spiritual Plants and Ores. If you can find them, they will be of great benefit to your Cultivation."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng's heart stirred. He hadn't expected there to be so many benefits within the Five Elements Secret Realm. He quickly asked, "Senior, do you know what special Spiritual Plants and Ores are in the Five Elements Secret Realm?"

Zhou Mingren pondered for a moment and said, "As far as I know, within the Five Elements Secret Realm, there is a Spiritual Fruit called 'Five Elements Spiritual Fruit.' This fruit contains rich Five Elements Spiritual Qi, which is of great benefit to Cultivators who Cultivate Five Elements Cultivation Techniques. Additionally, there is an Ore called 'Five Elements Ore.' This Ore is incredibly hard and is an excellent Material for refining Five Elements Magic Treasures."

Upon hearing this, a glimmer of light flashed in Lin Feng's eyes. He hadn't expected there to be such precious Spiritual Fruits and Ores within the Five Elements Secret Realm. He secretly made up his mind to find these two treasures within the Five Elements Secret Realm.

He cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Senior, for informing me. Junior will search carefully."

Zhou Mingren smiled slightly and said, "No need to be polite. I wish you all the best."

Lin Feng bade farewell to Zhou Mingren and returned to his Immortal Cave. He began to prepare for entering the Five Elements Secret Realm. He knew that although his strength had improved, he still faced considerable pressure from the dangers within the Five Elements Secret Realm.

He began to Cultivate the Five Elements Yin Yang Star Art even more diligently, and at the same time, he continuously honed his magical power. He also refined two sets of the upgraded Small Five Elements Reversal Formation.

Five years passed in the blink of an eye. Lin Feng's strength had significantly improved during these five years. His Iron Bone Soul Forging Art had also reached the third Realm, greatly increasing the strength of his Physical Body.