After fleeing the clutches of the Rong family, Li Rong sought refuge in the nearby wilderness, hoping to evade being found by the family's guards. However, in his haste to escape, Li Rong veered off course, straying from the well-worn paths that led to Qing Town.
Lost amidst the dense forest and shrouded in the veil of night, Li Rong had stumbled upon a hidden trail that beckoned him deeper into the heart of the wilderness. Li Rong followed the winding path, unaware of the dangers that lurked beyond the shadows. As he ventured deeper into the unknown, he unknowingly found himself ensnared in the treacherous embrace of the Cloud Chained Valley, a terrible yet wonderful place for cultivators.
As he traversed the mist-shrouded terrain, Li Rong's keen eyes caught sight of the Cloud Vine in the verdant foliage near a large tree. The Cloud Vine possessed extraordinary properties that made it highly sought after by cultivators. Renowned for its purifying and concentrating abilities, this rare botanical treasure was a vital component in the creation of medicinal pills and elixirs.
When infused with other herbs and spiritual ingredients, the Cloud Vine acts as a catalyst, enhancing their potency and efficacy. Its unique properties allowed it to draw out impurities and toxins, leaving behind only the purest essence of the ingredients it touched.
In the hands of Li Rong, the Cloud Vine could be used to create cleansing pills using a formula from his era. The resulting elixir would help cultivators eliminate impurities from their bodies. These pills were highly sought after by practitioners of his time who sought to refine their cultivation and attain higher levels of spiritual purity. This would net Li Rong a fortune once he made it to Qing Town.
But his moment of triumph was short-lived. As he continued his journey, he stumbled upon a deadly adversary lurking in the shadows—a Nine Star Serpent with formidable cultivation prowess. Its eyes gleamed with hunger as it set its sights on Li Rong.
As the Nine Star Serpent, with its formidable Stage 3 Spirit Realm cultivation, coiled around, poised to strike, Li Rong's instincts kicked in with lightning speed. With a swift and agile movement, he dodged to the side, narrowly avoiding the deadly fangs of the serpent as they snapped shut inches from his heels.
Adrenaline surged through Li Rong's veins as he danced out of reach of the serpent's striking range, his senses heightened by the urgency of the situation. With each heartbeat, he calculated his next move, his mind racing to find a way to outmaneuver his agile adversary.
Drawing upon his martial prowess and quick reflexes, Li Rong darted between the labyrinthine rock formations, using them as cover to evade the serpent's relentless pursuit. With every twist and turn, he sought to evade his pursuer, his movements fluid and graceful as he danced on the edge of danger.
But the serpent was relentless in its pursuit, its slithering form weaving through the shadows with uncanny speed and precision. Li Rong knew that he could not outrun his adversary forever. He needed a plan, and fast.
As he sprinted through the rocky terrain, Li Rong's eyes scanned his surroundings for any sign of sanctuary. Amidst the valley walls, he spotted a hidden cave, its entrance obscured by a veil of darkness.
As he reached the mouth of the cave, Li Rong threw himself inside, his heart pounding in his chest as he sought refuge from the serpent's deadly embrace. With a sense of relief washing over him, he pressed deeper into the darkness, his senses alert for any sign of danger.
Deeper into the darkness of the cave, he encountered a wondrous sight—a glowing pool of spiritual water, its crystalline surface shimmering with ethereal light.
Intrigued by the pool's mystical aura, Li Rong tentatively approached, his senses tingling with anticipation. With a cautious touch, he dipped his fingers into the cool waters, feeling their potent energies course through his veins like liquid fire.
But it was what lay within the depths of the pool that truly astonished him—a beast egg cradled in the embrace of the sacred waters. Its surface shimmered with iridescent hues, hinting at the latent power contained within.