404: Chapter 414 Great Teleportation Talisman

Lin Yu began to leisurely explain the uses of these items, as if he were arranging radishes and cabbages in his own backyard.

"That void stone powder, world origin sand, and soul nurturing wood marrow are for extending your Revered Master's life. Later, help me integrate them into the Array Eye of the xuantian ring."

"Those three bottles of meridian protecting pills are of good quality. You are in the Early Stage of Foundation Establishment, and your Meridians still need nurturing; keep them for your own Cultivation."

"That stack of Talismans and that soft armor are all life-saving gear. Remember, do not be stingy in critical moments; life is more important than anything else. If the Talismans are used up, we will find a way to draw more; if the Magical Artifact is broken, we will find a way to repair it. If the person is gone, then everything is gone."

"As for those ten thousand Mid-Grade Spirit Stones... spend them as you see fit. Buy Materials when you should, and use them to grease the wheels of social relations when necessary. Do not skimp."

Lin Yu coughed twice, his tone returning to that lazy disdain.

"Hurry up and categorize those things, then hide them well! Do not show them off here; do I still need to teach you the principle that wealth should not be revealed?"

"Yes, Disciple understands."

Su Ming nodded heavily, carefully transferring the items from the black ring into his own xuantian ring.

When the last bottle of Medicinal Pills was safely stored, he felt his confidence was more abundant than ever before.

Now, he could truly set out with peace of mind.

On the fourth day, after Su Ming finished taking inventory of all the supplies and replenished the first batch of soul-nurturing Materials for Lin Yu, he remained sitting in meditation within the Immortal Cave to regulate his breath.

His mind was more serene than it had ever been.

Foundation Establishment was complete, his dao foundation was stable, his backer was secured, and his luggage was plentiful.

On the path to longevity, it seemed he finally had a solid foothold.

The fifth day, early morning.

Daylight spilled down from the skylight of Star Gazing Cliff, illuminating the Immortal Cave brightly.

Su Ming opened his eyes, a sharp light flashing through them before they returned to a depth as calm as an ancient well.

He stood up and changed into the purple daoist robe that represented his status as a True Disciple of Formation Peak. The robe was woven from Astral Silk, embroidered with silver thread in the complex Array Patterns of the Seven Stars and Flowing Clouds, which shimmered with a faint luster in the morning light.

He tidied his appearance in the water mirror, and after confirming there were no improprieties, he pushed open the stone door and headed toward the Star Pivot Hall on the main peak.

On this trip, he intended to take the initiative to pay his respects to his Revered Master, Master Xuan Heng.

Firstly, it was to formally report his acceptance of the mission to go down the mountain for mediation. As a Personal Disciple, leaving the Sect for a long journey required reporting to one's Revered Master.

Secondly, and most importantly, he wanted to ask his Revered Master about the precautions regarding the 'border guarding true seal' on his person. This seal was related to the Northern Border Great Formation, and he still felt as if he were walking on thin ice, not daring to be the least bit careless.

Along the way, Disciples from various peaks he encountered on the mountain all stopped from a distance and bowed respectfully upon seeing the purple robe on his body.

"Greetings, Senior Brother Su!"

Su Ming nodded back to each of them in return, his expression calm, though he couldn't help but feel emotional in his heart.

This was the status of a True Disciple. Wherever the purple robe went, it was a symbol of identity.

Soon, the Star Pivot Hall, a magnificent hall that seemed to merge with the starry sky, appeared in his field of vision.

There were no guards outside the hall doors.

Su Ming took a deep breath and stepped into the hall.

Inside the great hall, it was vast and silent. The ceiling was not a solid structure but a deep starry sky, where countless stars slowly rotated, emitting a vast and desolate aura.

Immortal Master Master Xuan Heng sat cross-legged on a prayer mat in the center of the hall, eyes slightly closed, his aura distant as if he had completely merged with the entire hall and this starry sky.

Su Ming did not dare to disturb him, simply standing quietly three zhang inside the hall door, hands down as he waited.

He didn't know how much time had passed; it felt like an instant, yet also like an hour.

Immortal Master Master Xuan Heng's eyelashes, as long as butterfly wings, trembled slightly as he slowly opened his eyes.

What kind of eyes were those?

Deep and indifferent, they seemed to contain the birth and death of the entire galaxy. When his gaze fell upon Su Ming, Su Ming felt as if his Divine Soul, spiritual power, and even every inch of his Physical Body were seen through completely, with no secrets left to speak of.

Su Ming's heart tightened, and he immediately stepped forward to perform a respectful formal bow.

"Disciple Su Ming pays respects to Revered Master."

"Sit."

Master Xuan Heng's voice was as cold and clear as ever, without a hint of emotion.

Su Ming sat on the prayer mat below his Revered Master as instructed, his back held straight.

He did not wait for his Revered Master to ask questions, but instead took the initiative to speak, keeping his posture extremely humble.

"Reporting to Revered Master, two days ago I accepted a mediation mission at the Logistics Hall. I will set out for the Daxing Kingdom in ten days. I have come specifically to report this to Revered Master."

Master Xuan Heng's face showed no expression, only letting out a faint "Mm."

"Elder Qingquan has already informed me. It is good that he leads the team and you accompany him."

Su Ming's heart tightened again.

So Elder Qingquan had already reported it in advance. He could feel that since becoming a True Disciple, an invisible net had already covered his every move. The Sect's high-level attention toward him far exceeded his imagination.

This was both a protection and a shackle.

"You hail from Daxing; this trip down the mountain to settle your mundane Karma is timely." Master Xuan Heng's gaze seemed to pierce through Su Ming's Physical Body, seeing the deepest obsession in his heart. "I will not stop you."

Su Ming's heart warmed slightly, and he bowed again: "Thank you for your understanding, Revered Master."

He composed himself and stated the second purpose of his visit today.

"Revered Master, since receiving this 'border guarding true seal', I have been in constant fear and trepidation. I wish to ask Revered Master, with this seal on me, what impact will there be after I go down the mountain?"

Master Xuan Heng's gaze fell on Su Ming's chest.

There, the border guarding true seal lay quietly dormant within his flesh, pulsing in sync with his heartbeat.

"Normally, there is no issue," Master Xuan Heng said slowly. "This seal is the pivot for the seventy-nine border guarding formations of the Northern Border, and it shares the same origin as the Sect's Mountain-protecting Formation. As long as you are within the ten-thousand-li radius of the Sect's formation, it is merely a mark."

He shifted his tone; his voice remained flat, yet Su Ming could detect a trace of gravity.

"But if you go too far from the Sect, beyond ten thousand li... this seal will lose its connection with the Sect's formation. At that time, if anything happens to you outside, I may not necessarily be able to arrive in time."

Master Xuan Heng looked at his slightly changed expression and remained silent for a moment.

Then, he slowly pulled out an ancient jade Talisman from his wide, star-patterned sleeve.

The jade Talisman was carved from an unknown type of jade, dark gold in color, its surface covered with profound and complex spatial patterns. It felt cool to the touch and emitted a heart-palpitating spatial fluctuation.

"This is the 'great teleportation talisman'."

Master Xuan Heng handed the jade Talisman to Su Ming.

"This Talisman is connected to the core Formation Eye of the Sect's Mountain-protecting Formation. No matter where you are, as long as you crush it, you can instantly be teleported back within the coverage of the Sect's formation. The closer the distance, the more accurate the positioning."

Su Ming's hands trembled as he took the jade Talisman.

He knew the value of this Talisman. This was not just a Talisman; this was a life! A life that could reverse heaven and earth in a desperate situation!

"If you encounter a certain-death situation..."

Master Xuan Heng paused, his voice becoming extremely soft, so soft it seemed it might dissipate into the starlight at any moment.

"Do not hesitate, use it immediately."