A Cave Heaven fragment—this was an exceptional treasure.
On a minor scale, it was at least on par with Chong Guang's [Dongyang Blessed Land], containing the refined Heavenly Gang and Earth Fiend Qi left behind by its former master, its value immeasurable.
On a grander scale, it could be likened to the Magnetic Divine Mountain.
It might even be considered a chance to seek the Golden Opportunity!
Thus, Lu Yang absolutely refused to believe that a family like the Li Clan could acquire such a Cave Heaven fragment. Even if they somehow had, how could they possibly have kept it hidden for so long?
"That Cave Heaven fragment lies beneath the sea of Gantang Dao."
Daoist Xiao Hai explained, "This place wasn't originally a port. It was only after our Li Clan ancestor discovered the Cave Heaven fragment that this port was established."
"It was to conceal the abnormal phenomena of that Cave Heaven fragment. But the real reason we succeeded in doing so was that the fragment's spiritual essence concealed itself, cutting off all celestial mechanisms and karmic threads, making it impossible for anyone to deduce its presence. Thus, it became our family's possession. Our [Territory-Expanding Ship] was obtained from within it."
"If Master desires, I can lead you there."
"No need."
Lu Yang decisively shook his head. Out of caution, he didn't even ask for the exact location of the Cave Heaven fragment. He didn't want to know, nor did he dare to.
'I'd better not touch this karmic entanglement.'
Lu Yang promptly ordered Daoist Xiao Hai to retrieve a vast amount of Geng Metal spiritual materials stored in the clan's treasure vault, along with a mid-grade spiritual treasure.
With these Geng Metal materials, he could complete the final thirty percent of nurturing his Immortal Spirit's Foundation Establishment stage.
As for the [Territory-Expanding Ship], he dared not accept it.
Who knew what kind of trap a treasure from within that Cave Heaven fragment might be hiding? His current life was far too precious to risk it on such a wild variable.
'I'm not dead yet—clearly, no True Person has noticed me for now.'
Heart pounding with dread, Lu Yang now viewed Gantang Dao as a veritable dragon's den, fearing a True Person might jump out at any moment.
With this in mind, he immediately swept his sleeve, taking the Yun Clan Ancestor and all the treasures and vanishing from the scene.
Gone in a flash!
'Even though there's no hard evidence, and maybe there really is an opportunity, why take the risk? Better to believe it than not!'
Not only that, Lu Yang didn't even dare to let his avatar return to meet the Immortal Spirit. Instead, he picked a location, buried the items, and had the avatar self-destruct, sending his consciousness back to the main body. He immediately empowered himself with the marvelous [Clarity] ability, and only after confirming he could still think did he feel safe again. 𝘳ãN𝖔βЕś
'Now, even a True Person shouldn't be able to find me.'
With the [Calamity Wave] in play, this lifetime's Lu Yang remained extremely hidden—unless he walked directly under a True Person's nose, discovery was impossible.
With that, he confidently activated the [Puppet Master] ability.
This golden talent had another marvelous use.
As the puppeteer, Lu Yang could use this talent to remotely observe every puppet he controlled, borrowing their perspective.
Soon, the scene at Gantang Dao appeared before Lu Yang's eyes.
After his departure, Daoist Xiao Hai and the Li Clan members first looked dazed, then gradually their gazes cleared.
"What just happened? I can't quite remember."
Daoist Xiao Hai pondered for a moment, feeling something was off, but quickly dismissed the notion and looked to Patriarch Li Qingyun.
"No time to lose, let's prepare and explore [that place]!"
Li Qingyun was briefly stunned, instinctively thinking they were rushing—but then reconsidered. For the family's sake, a little urgency was reasonable.
"Understood! I'll get things ready right away."
Soon, the entire Li Clan mobilized without a word, united in their determination to explore that Cave Heaven fragment.
Lu Yang watched with a satisfied smile.
'Though I lack the courage to explore that fragment myself, I certainly have the guts to send cannon fodder—and lots of it!'
Under Lu Yang's influence, the Li Clan became a flurry of activity, preparing formations, talismans, and magical tools. Finally, led by Daoist Xiao Hai, they arrived at a secluded chamber within the Li Clan estate, connecting to the deepest part of Gantang Dao's sea. Yet, what greeted them was emptiness.
'Where's the Cave Heaven fragment?'
Doubt rose in Lu Yang's heart. Just then, as if prompted by his thoughts, Li Qingyun suddenly sighed with emotion, "Worthy of a True Person's handiwork."
"This Cave Heaven fragment shows no mystical traits ordinarily."
"Only at noon, when sunlight pierces the sea, does the fragment's form reflect underwater—only then can it be entered."
Daoist Xiao Hai nodded in agreement, "Truly mysterious."
Both showed no sign that this sudden explanation was out of place.
Soon, noon arrived.
Sunlight entered the sea, and indeed the image of the Cave Heaven fragment was reflected below: a vast ruin of broken walls and collapsed palaces—an utterly dilapidated sight.
Daoist Xiao Hai's expression brightened. He immediately took out the [Zhaoyuan Bell] and rang it. The melodious chime rippled through the water, its ancient tune causing the illusory Cave Heaven fragment to become increasingly solid, eventually revealing a true entrance before them.
".Let's go!"
In the past, Daoist Xiao Hai would have hesitated—he was the Li Clan's only Foundation Establishment cultivator, and couldn't take risks lightly.
But now, he acted decisively.
The next second, he transformed into a streak of light and flew into the Cave Heaven fragment, where he immediately felt the world spin—then crashed heavily to the ground.
"Pff!"
Daoist Xiao Hai spat out a mouthful of blood, but paid no attention to his injury, greedily examining his surroundings.
Inside this Cave Heaven fragment was a most peculiar sight: beyond the ruins, it was a sea of unending fire, blazing eternally, snaking through the fragment like a colossal serpent. At its head stood a half-collapsed palace.
The vision of a Cave Heaven often reflected the path its master pursued.
Through Daoist Xiao Hai's eyes, Lu Yang silently examined the towering fire serpent and soon deduced its origin.
'Is that...[Si Fire]?'
Lu Yang furrowed his brows. [Si Fire] belonged to the Earth Fiend constellation—yin fire with a serpent aspect, implying a yang resurgence amidst pervasive yin.
There was only one talent divine ability Lu Yang had seen refined from this celestial and fiendish essence.
In his past life, Chong Guang used it to forge his final talent divine ability—[Rigid Flame Furnace]—which corresponded with his fruit position, [Inverted Lamp Flame]!
'Could it be—'
A suspicion sprang up in Lu Yang's mind. As Daoist Xiao Hai's gaze landed on a corner of the Cave Heaven fragment, that suspicion was confirmed.
Amid the ruins, at the serpent's head within the broken palace, a half-burned plaque peeked through the flames.
The other half lay inside the palace.
When the two were combined, a name emerged clearly:
[Long Radiant Treasurelight Cave Heaven]