190: Tianxin Sect Emperor Zun

"Senior, if you are interested, you can go to Tianxin Island. The Tianxin Sect will have an auction in three days, where an ancient mystic key will be auctioned. Senior will surely be able to acquire it successfully."

The young man whispered to Han Li.

Han Li came back to his senses and looked at the young man.

Being stared at by Han Li, a layer of sweat immediately appeared on the young man's forehead, and his mind tensed up.

The other two also tensed their nerves.

"Senior, I'm not lying. This is something everyone knows."

"Don't be nervous. I just want to ask, where will this Ancient Ruins open?" Han Li asked.

Hearing this, the three of them breathed a sigh of relief, and the young man immediately said, "Senior, that's not certain. However, as long as you have the ancient mystic key, the ancient mystic key will provide guidance before the Ancient Mystic Realm is about to open, and then the opening location can be determined."

"So that's how it is..." Han Li nodded.

He had developed a great interest in this Ancient Mystic Realm.

A Secret Realm of a Supreme Paragon should not be underestimated.

Several years ago, in Baoyue Country, he obtained a Heaven-Defying divine medicine like the Phoenix Golden Lotus.

If it weren't for the Phoenix Golden Lotus's Nirvana Rebirth, he wouldn't have Cultivated to the Divine Treasury so quickly; it would have definitely taken more time.

"Besides the Tianxin Sect, who else has an ancient mystic key?" Han Li asked the three.

"This... Senior, we don't know about that," another middle-aged man said.

"What is the strength of the Tianxin Sect?" Han Li asked.

The three were startled.

The young man was the first to recover, looking at Han Li and saying, "Senior, the Tianxin Sect is very strong. It is one of the top Sects in the entire East Sea. Although it cannot be compared to Holy Land-level forces, its strength is still very powerful, far surpassing ordinary major forces, possessing dozens of God Realm magnates."

"That powerful?" Han Li looked at the young man.

"Yes, the Tianxin Sect is very strong. In the entire East Sea, only the Moon God Palace and the Spirit God Sect can contend with it."

The young man answered honestly.

"Moon God Palace... Spirit God Sect."

Han Li kept the names of the three major forces in mind.

"Do these two forces also have ancient mystic keys?" Han Li asked the three.

"This... we don't know, but they should," the middle-aged man said.

"Senior, what else do you want to know? We will definitely tell Senior everything we know," the young man said.

Han Li glanced at the three, waved his hand, and three blood-colored Medicinal Pills appeared before them.

Looking at the blood-colored Medicinal Pills, the three's expressions changed.

The blood-colored Medicinal Pills were as crystal clear as blood-colored jade, looking... but the color made people a little uneasy.

"Don't worry, these Medicinal Pills can enhance your Cultivation. Consider them my thanks. If I wanted to kill you, I wouldn't need to poison you."

Han Li's voice sounded.

Hearing this, the three's expressions were still somewhat hesitant.

Han Li said no more, immediately disappearing without a trace into the Void Realm.

As Han Li disappeared, the stone in the three's hearts finally dropped.

Looking at the three blood-colored Medicinal Pills before them, the three exchanged glances.

The young man bravely picked one up and sniffed it; a medicinal fragrance filled his mind.

"There's a very strong energy. It should be real," the young man said.

The other two each picked up a Medicinal Pill.

But no one swallowed it.

"This Senior is right. With God Realm Cultivation, killing us would be as easy as turning over a hand; there's no need for poison. I'll try it first." The young man gritted his teeth, then swallowed the blood-colored Medicinal Pill.

The next instant, a majestic aura permeated from within his body.

White light shone all around him, brilliant and dazzling.

His aura rapidly increased.

The two beside him could feel the obvious changes in him. Immediately, both of them swallowed the Medicinal Pills in unison, circulating their Qi to absorb and refine them... At this moment, Han Li was already on the white clouds in the Void Realm, ten thousand zhang away.

Taking out the ruyi compass for positioning, Han Li quickly found the location of Tianxin Island.

It was roughly tens of thousands of miles away from his current location.

"Tianxin Sect..."

Putting away the ruyi compass, Han Li gazed into the Void Realm. Then, his figure flashed, turning into a purple lightning bolt and disappearing above the sea of clouds.

In a short while, Han Li had traversed tens of thousands of miles, arriving in another sea area of the Void Realm.

Overlooking from the Void Realm, an island as large as a continent appeared in his sight.

This island was very large, spanning roughly ten thousand miles.

Strange peaks stood tall, and waterfalls could still be seen on the island.

In the depths of the island, among the mountains, magnificent palaces and pavilions could be seen, grand and splendid.

A layer of Restriction covered it.

Among the mountains, giant immortal cranes could be seen soaring, with immortal mist swirling, like an immortal realm.

"Tianxin Sect!"

Han Li looked at the splendid buildings in the depths of the island and confirmed that this was the Tianxin Sect mentioned by the three.

One of the three dominant forces in the East Sea.

Although not a Holy Land, the Tianxin Sect had quite a few top-tier powerhouses.

Its influence was vast.

On Tianxin Island, a huge city could also be seen situated on the island.

Its scale was comparable to a commandery city.

A scene of prosperity.

This city was also named Tianxin City and was completely controlled by the Tianxin Sect.

Overlooking from the sky, a bustling crowd surged through Tianxin City.

Islands of this scale were not common in the East Sea.

Some were formed Innate, while others were Acquired.

Moving mountains and filling seas was not an issue for God Realm magnates.

"Fellow Daoist, what should I call you?"

At this moment, a voice entered his ears from the depths of the Void Realm.

Han Li looked back, and in the Void Realm, a golden light shot towards him, arriving before him in an instant.

A plump middle-aged man, with a bulging belly, was wearing a loose green Daoist robe and holding a whisk, which was clearly a Dao Artifact.

His Cultivation was also not simple, at the Middle Stage of the Divine Treasury, but his aura was much more profound than that of an ordinary Middle Stage Divine Treasury practitioner.

The plump Daoist's face was adorned with a smile, like a Maitreya Buddha.

Han Li's brows furrowed slightly.

At this moment, the plump Daoist spoke again, "I am Duan Chunfeng. Fellow Daoist looks unfamiliar. I've never seen you before."

"I don't seem to know Your Excellency," Han Li said indifferently.

"A first meeting makes us strangers, a second meeting makes us friends. Fellow Daoist has Cultivated to this stage, why bother being like a Mortal, so concerned? As the saying goes, the more friends you have, the more convenient it is when you're out and about. I, Duan, have always enjoyed making friends, especially with those like Fellow Daoist," Duan Chunfeng said with a smile.

Han Li: "..."

"Han Li." His brows furrowed slightly, but soon relaxed. He calmly stated his name.

"Han Li..." Duan Chunfeng's eyes flashed as he looked at him and said, "Daoist Han, you must have come to Tianxin Island to participate in the Tianxin Sect's auction, right? It seems the Tianxin Sect's promotion this time was very effective."

"Could it be that Fellow Daoist Duan is also here to participate in the Tianxin Sect's auction?" Han Li looked at him and said.

"Precisely," Duan Chunfeng smiled.

"I, Duan, also have friends in the Tianxin Sect. If Daoist Han doesn't mind, you can come to the Tianxin Sect as a guest with me. At that time, you can also familiarize yourself with the auction. What do you think, Daoist Han?"

Looking at Han Li, Duan Chunfeng still smiled.

"Is this fellow so warm-hearted?" Han Li looked at Duan Chunfeng, and a thought flashed through his mind.

"If I can enter the Tianxin Sect, then I can communicate with the people of the Tianxin Sect and see if I can get the ancient mystic key in advance."

Han Li's mind moved like lightning, and he quickly recovered, looking at Duan Chunfeng and saying, "Then Han will respectfully obey."

"Haha, excellent, Daoist Han, please!"

Duan Chunfeng smiled.

"Please!"

Han Li nodded, and then the two disappeared into the Void Realm.

They soon arrived on Tianxin Island.

"Daoist Han, please wait a moment. I'll inform my friend to come and pick us up."

Duan Chunfeng said to Han Li.

"No problem," Han Li nodded.

Duan Chunfeng then took out a sound transmission bell and immediately sent a message.

Soon, a rainbow light streaked across the Void Realm, and a middle-aged man in a purple robe appeared in Han Li's sight.

Han Li's gaze fell on the middle-aged man in the purple robe.

He could clearly sense his aura, Late Stage Divine Treasury, even higher than Duan Chunfeng's Cultivation.

"Fellow Daoist Duan, long time no see."

The middle-aged man in the purple robe stepped forward, smiled, and cupped his hands.

"Daoist Bai, long time no see." Duan Chunfeng also smiled.

"Who is this Fellow Daoist?" The middle-aged man in the purple robe looked at Han Li, a hint of surprise in his eyes.

"This is Fellow Daoist Han Li. We just met. Fellow Daoist Han is also here to participate in the auction."

"Daoist Han, this is Elder Bai Qiong of the Tianxin Sect, Elder Bai!"

Duan Chunfeng introduced them to each other.

"Greetings, Daoist Bai." Han Li cupped his hands.

"Han Li..."

"This name is quite unfamiliar. Fellow Daoist doesn't seem to be from the East Sea, do you?" Bai Qiong said, looking at Han Li.

"I am from the North Continent, traveling to the East Sea. I heard that your Sect is holding a grand auction, so I specifically came to see it," Han Li said.

"Traveling from the North Continent!" Hearing this, Bai Qiong's gaze narrowed.

"Daoist Bai, I've brought a big customer to the Tianxin Sect, hehe, Daoist Bai, remember to compensate me," Duan Chunfeng said with a smile.

"Certainly. I welcome both Fellow Daoists to the auction. Please follow me into the Sect. I will make sure both Fellow Daoists are well taken care of," Bai Qiong smiled.

Han Li did not refuse.

Immediately, he followed Bai Qiong and Duan Chunfeng towards the depths of Tianxin Island.

Arriving at the Tianxin Sect's mountain gate, they did not stop, passing through the mountain gate and entering the Tianxin Sect. Han Li felt the rich Spiritual Qi permeating the world.

Although not a Holy Land, as a top-tier force, it should not be underestimated.

In a short while, under Bai Qiong's lead, the three arrived at a mountain peak's main hall.

"This is my Daoist abode, Daoist Han, what do you think?" Bai Qiong asked Han Li.

"Not bad."

"The scenery is beautiful, the Spiritual Qi is pure, it's a spiritual mountain Treasure Trove." Han Li nodded.

"Haha, Daoist Han, you flatter me. Both of you, please come in, let's sit down and chat slowly." Bai Qiong smiled, taking the lead to step into the main hall. Han Li and Duan Chunfeng followed closely behind.

Passing through the main hall and arriving at the secluded courtyard behind, the three sat down in the pavilion in the center of the courtyard.

"Both of you have come a long way. Have a cup of tea first to relieve your fatigue," Bai Qiong said, pouring a cup of hot tea for both of them.

Han Li held a teacup in one hand. The tea exuded a special aroma, and taking a sip was refreshing.

"Is Fellow Daoist Han from the North Continent?" Bai Qiong looked at Han Li and asked.

Han Li shook his head: "I am from the Southern Continent, having Transmigrated through the Northern Continent to reach the East Sea."

"!!!"

Hearing this, the two were shocked.

Traversing the Northern Continent Demon Realm, his strength should not be underestimated!

"Fellow Daoist Han is truly incredible. The Northern Continent Demon Realm is extremely dangerous. To be able to traverse the North Continent, Fellow Daoist Han's strength is truly formidable," Duan Chunfeng praised.

"Fellow Daoist Duan, you flatter me. I was just careful and didn't encounter any dangers," Han Li smiled.

"Daoist Bai, I heard that your Sect possesses an ancient mystic key to the Ancient Mystic Realm, and that it is one of the items for this auction. Is this true?" Han Li asked, looking at Bai Qiong.

Bai Qiong looked at him and nodded slightly: "Indeed, the ancient mystic key is one of the auction items for this auction."

"Is Fellow Daoist Han here for the ancient mystic key?" Duan Chunfeng interjected.

Han Li did not deny it, nodding: "I am indeed interested. I would like to visit the Supreme Paragon Secret Realm once. Perhaps there might even be an Opportunity."

"That's true, the Supreme Paragon Secret Realm is indeed attractive," Duan Chunfeng smiled.

"Daoist Bai, may I ask how many ancient mystic keys your Sect possesses?" Han Li asked Bai Qiong.

Bai Qiong smiled and said: "Fellow Daoist Han, there is only one ancient mystic key that can be put up for auction. How could there be several?"

Hearing this, Han Li silently took a sip of tea.

That's what he said, but Han was certain that Tianxin Sect had more ancient mystic keys.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have put one up for auction.

"May I ask if your Sect is interested in selling it directly? If possible, I would like to purchase it."

Putting down his teacup, Han Li looked at Bai Qiong and asked.

Bai Qiong shook his head and said: "Fellow Daoist Han, it's not that I'm unwilling, but I cannot make that decision. This matter was personally decided by the Sect Leader, and the news of the ancient mystic key auction has already spread. There are only three days left, and it cannot be withdrawn now."

"That's a pity," Han Li sighed.

"If Fellow Daoist is interested, you can bid for it at the auction. Fellow Daoist Han need not worry. If Spirit Stones are insufficient, any Magic Treasures or Medicinal Pills you possess can be converted. I believe acquiring the ancient mystic key should not be a major problem."

Bai Qiong said with a smile.

Hearing this, Han Li said nothing. It seemed there was no hope of directly acquiring the ancient mystic key from Tianxin Sect.

He could only purchase it with his own financial resources, but his Spirit Stones were also very abundant.

After killing the Demon Emperor, the cosmos ring he carried contained many Spirit Stones.

One person's wealth was comparable to that of a Sect, and this was no exaggeration.

"Ancient Mystic Realm, what kind of Secret Realm is this exactly, Daoist Bai, could you tell me?" Han Li asked, looking at Bai Qiong.

As an Elder of Tianxin Sect, Bai Qiong surely knew more information than the three people he had previously asked.

Bai Qiong took a sip of tea, put down his teacup, and said: "Well, I do know a bit about this. The Ancient Mystic Realm has existed for a long time. Not counting this current opening, it has opened more than ten times before. Inside the Ancient Mystic Realm, there are also many dangers. Although a long time has passed, it is filled with many powerful Restrictions. Among them is a unique type of ancient beast, a branch of the Primordial Vicious Beast. These ancient beasts are powerful, and there are many that are comparable to those in the God Realm. These ancient beasts are probably the greatest danger in the Ancient Mystic Realm, and in the past, many powerful figures have perished within it."

"Ancient beasts..."

"A branch of Primordial Vicious Beasts."

Han Li caught the keywords and remembered them.

At the same time, he became even more interested.

For others, ancient beasts were a danger, but for Han Li, they were a Treasure Trove.

He was even more determined to get his hands on this ancient mystic key.

"The Ancient Mystic Realm is vast, and there are also many dangerous places within it, with Restrictions left by a Supreme Paragon. This is also one of the dangers."

Bai Qiong said slowly.

"Then, does this Ancient Mystic Realm have any special rules or anything?"

Han Li asked, looking at Bai Qiong.

"No, it doesn't," Bai Qiong shook his head.

"The Ancient Mystic Realm, I heard there's also the Legacy of a Supreme Paragon inside. If one could obtain that, they would surely soar to the heavens," Duan Chunfeng interjected.

"Then who is this Supreme Paragon?" Han Li asked.

"According to legend, the Supreme Paragon who created the Ancient Mystic Realm was named 'Di Zun'. He was a powerful Supreme from ancient times."

"Di Zun!"

"That name is quite arrogant!" Han Li smacked his lips.

"One who Cultivates to become a Supreme Paragon is worthy of that name. Of course, there are other rumors, but the rumor of Di Zun is more credible because, within the Ancient Mystic Realm, someone once saw a Heavenly Tablet, and on that Heavenly Tablet was the name of this Di Zun."

Bai Qiong said.

"I see..." Han Li nodded.

"I have seen some information about this Di Zun in ancient texts. He Cultivated to become a Supreme Paragon at fifty years old, possessing unparalleled talent."

"Cultivated to become a Supreme Paragon at fifty years old?!"

Han Li's eyelids twitched.

This talent was indeed formidable.

Although in ancient times, the primordial Spiritual Qi was abundant, to Cultivate to become a Supreme Paragon at fifty years old, this talent was truly too monstrous.

Even the term Prodigy was insufficient to describe him.

His Cultivation was already fast enough, and he also had the unique cheat of the Heaven and Earth Demon Seed.

This Di Zun was probably also a cheater!

Without cheating, it would be almost impossible to Cultivate to become a Supreme Paragon at fifty.

Even with cheating, it might not be achievable.

Although he had now Cultivated to the Divine Treasury stage, it was still too far to Cultivate to the Supreme Paragon stage.

The further one went, the more time it would take.

Breakthroughs in the God Realm were already incredibly difficult, let alone reaching the Supreme Paragon stage... After a long chat, Han Li understood much more about the Ancient Mystic Realm.

"Fellow Daoist Han, since you will be attending the auction in three days, you can stay at Tianxin Sect. I will make arrangements, which will be more convenient then. What do you think, Fellow Daoist Han?" Bai Qiong asked, looking at Han Li.

"No problem," Han Li nodded.

"Then arrange nearby accommodations for Fellow Daoist Han and me as well, so we can attend the auction together," Duan Chunfeng said.

"Alright," Bai Qiong smiled.

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After chatting for more than an hour, Han Li and Duan Chunfeng arrived at another Daoist temple, where all facilities were complete.

Han Li casually chose a courtyard, and Duan Chunfeng's choice was also not far from his.

"Fellow Daoist Han, would you like to go for a walk and explore Tianxin City?" Duan Chunfeng asked, looking at Han Li.

Han Li shook his head: "No, I'm a bit tired today, Fellow Daoist Duan, you go by yourself."

"Tired? That's perfect! I know a fun place in Tianxin City that will surely make you want to linger," Duan Chunfeng smiled, giving him a knowing look.

Han Li: "..."

"Fellow Daoist Duan, I want to rest," Han Li refused.

"Alright then, you rest, I'll go explore." Seeing Han Li, Duan Chunfeng didn't continue to persuade and then left.

Watching Duan Chunfeng leave, Han Li immediately stepped into the courtyard.

His Divine Sense scanned the surroundings, confirming that there were no issues, and Han Li went into the central room.

"ancient mystic key..."

Han Li checked his Spirit Stones, tallied them, and had a rough idea.

"It should be enough. If not, I'll exchange other items..."

Exhaling, Han Li immediately sat cross-legged on the bed.

"Is Senior Han there?"

Just as Han Li was about to Cultivate, a voice suddenly came from outside the courtyard gate.

Han Li frowned, then got up from the bed, opened the door, and immediately saw an elegant figure at the courtyard entrance.

A young girl dressed in sky blue.

Her Cultivation was at the Innate True Qi Realm.

With fair skin and delicate features, she was a true beauty.

"Junior Xu Wanqing greets Senior Han," the girl said, bowing to Han Li.

"What is it?" Han Li asked directly.

The girl looked up at him and said: "Senior Han, I have been ordered by Elder Bai to come and serve you."

"...No need, I don't need it," Han Li shook his head.

The girl paused, bit her lip, looked at him, and said: "Senior Han, am I not pleasing to your eye?"

"That's not it. It's just that I'm used to being alone. Tell Elder Bai that Han appreciates his good intentions. Please return," Han Li said indifferently.

"Senior Han, I came by order. Please let me stay, so..."

"I said no need," Han Li spoke again.

"...Alright then, Wanqing will take her leave now and will not disturb Senior Han's rest."

The girl bowed, then turned and left.

Watching the girl leave, Han Li withdrew his gaze and turned to enter the room... In a courtyard on a mountain peak of Tianxin Sect, the girl who had just left Han Li's courtyard appeared here, and before her was Bai Qiong.

"Why are you back?" Bai Qiong asked, frowning at the girl.

The girl looked at Bai Qiong and said: "Elder Bai, Senior Han was unwilling to let me serve him. He is used to being alone, so I came back."

"I see, alright then, you may go," Bai Qiong nodded.

The girl nodded, then turned and left.

"It seems it's not so easy to investigate his situation... This person is so young, yet his Cultivation has already reached such a level. I'm afraid only a Holy Land could Cultivate such a Prodigy."

Bai Qiong pondered, head bowed.

"Holy Land..."

"On the Southern Continent, it seems there are no Holy Land powers. Ten thousand years ago, there was only one Supreme Immortal Palace. Could it be that he is not from the Southern Continent?"

A thought surfaced in his mind; thinking about it, this possibility was quite high.

"Never mind. Since he is unwilling, I won't force it. This person must not be underestimated..."

Sighing, Elder Bai's figure then moved, disappearing directly from the courtyard.