Chapter 424: Chapter 236: A Rich Harvest!

“Thank you, Sister Mo, for the rescue.”

He Yulian brushed a strand of hair away from her face, her expression full of gratitude.

If it hadn’t been for Qing Yan’s timely assistance, she would have probably perished there.

Lu Li also smiled and cupped his hands in thanks,

but his eyes held a hint of puzzlement deep within.

Seeing Lu Li’s expression, Qing Yan smiled gracefully, “Ever since the two of you set off, I’ve been monitoring this matter. Old man Qin seemed to have had contacts with the Stealing Heaven Alliance, and sure enough, they had a strong cultivator come to their aid.”

Both understood completely now.

If it weren’t for Qing Yan’s timely intervention, he would have had no choice but to flee.

At this moment, Qing Yan’s expression became quite solemn, “You two have offended Zhou Shenyuan. Be very careful in your future endeavors.”

“This man is cunning and deceitful, and he is quite notorious within the Stealing Heaven Alliance.”

He Yulian nodded firmly, feeling somewhat oppressed in her heart.

The presence of a Nascent Soul Peak cultivator watching over them was still quite unsettling.

Lu Li’s face also became solemn.

It was clear that Zhou Shenyuan practiced the methods of the Demon Path and was now surely targeting them.

With his current abilities, he was no match for his opponent and would have to choose to flee if they met.

He had no other choice for now.

“Let’s scour this place quickly and then leave.”

After a moment, Lu Li gathered his thoughts and leaped forward, flying towards the grand palace ahead.

Qing Yan and the other woman immediately followed.

The three tunneling lights moved through the vast expanse, stirring layers of mist.

In just a few breaths, they reached the grand doors of the magnificent palace.

A pair of doors stood several zhangs tall, made entirely of jade, glittering slightly under the sunlight, exuding extreme luxury.

“Squeak…”

Lu Li pushed open the grand doors and walked in with the two women.

As soon as they stepped in, they felt a chill around them.

The surrounding Spiritual Energy seemed about to turn into mist, floating in the void.

The grand hall was very spacious, with a smooth and flat floor, filled with second-grade earth spiritual ores made into Spirit Bricks.

The hall above was uncovered, very empty.

Sunlight streamed through the eaves and scattered over a large Crystal Core in the high center.

The Crystal Core was surrounded by a halo of seven colors, resembling a treasured artifact.

“It’s actually a Cave Heaven Crystal!”

Lu Li gazed at the treasure, his face full of joy.

It was unexpected that Qin Xuwen had spent his entire life gathering Crystal Cores to condense this treasure of the Cave Heaven, and now it had fallen into their hands.

“Sister Mo, can we take over this Grotto Heaven?”

His expression was dim, quite moved.

If this Grotto Heaven were destroyed, both Lu Li and He Yulian felt somewhat reluctant.

He Yulian looked even more yearning.

She had been collecting Crystal Cores for a thousand years and still did not have her own Cave Heaven Blessed Land.

This unclaimed Grotto Heaven was a fatal temptation for her.

She clenched her fists, her heart tumultuous.

Qing Yan then said something lightly, like a bucket of cold water dousing He Yulian’s flames.

“This Grotto Heaven belongs to the Stealing Heaven Alliance’s territory, and even if you hold it, it will be hard to defend.”

Qing Yan had her hands behind her back, her eyes twinkling uncertainly.

He Yulian sighed softly, knowing it was her own wishful thinking.

No longer insisting, she could only think of another way in the future.

“Then let’s take out the Crystal Core.”

Upon hearing this, Lu Li no longer hesitated, stretching his hand forward.

A vast amount of Spiritual Energy vibrated in the void, quickly converging into Lu Li’s palm.

Before long, his palm transformed into a giant hand and harshly grabbed the Crystal Core in the high air.

“Crack…”

He felt a slight resistance, but he forcefully pulled down the Crystal Core, clutching it tightly in his hand.

As the Cave Heaven Crystal was removed, the entire space immediately began to shake.

Even the surrounding Spiritual Energy became somewhat chaotic.

Strands of decay rose in the void.

Lu Li knew that without this Crystal Core, this Grotto Heaven would completely perish within a century.

But this was no longer much of their concern.

Then Lu Li emitted Sword Qi, directly dividing the Crystal Core into three parts.

Among them, one part was the largest, the other two combined only equaled the large fragment.

“This piece of Crystal Core I’ll give to Sister Mo.”

Lu Li smiled slightly, handing the large Crystal Core fragment to Qing Yan.

If it weren’t for Qing Yan’s timely aid, they wouldn’t have gained any benefits, and He Yulian would have perished here.

Having her receive the largest piece was something Lu Li had previously planned.

“Then I won’t be polite, Sister.”

Qing Yan took the Crystal Core with a neutral face, yet she was quite thrilled inside.

She was even more satisfied with Lu Li’s “proper” behavior.

Her own Grotto Heaven needed large amounts of Crystal Cores to upgrade, and the one in her hand was incredibly valuable.

For cultivators who had broken through to the Nascent Soul stage, these World Crystal Cores had become a universal currency.

They could not only be traded for many precious Spiritual Objects, but even some top-tier Spirit Pills could be exchanged.

Then Lu Li, smiling, handed the other Crystal Core fragment to He Yulian.

“Let’s each take one part.”

He Yulian grinned charmingly.

“Thank you, Mr. Lu, for your kindness.”

Her affection for Lu Li grew even closer.

Not only had her great revenge been accomplished this time, but obtaining a Crystal Core was also an unexpected joy.

“We should leave this place immediately, lingering might lead to troubles.”

Qing Yan turned and walked towards the grand hall exit.

Lu Li and his companion quickly followed.

Once outside, Qing Yan waved her hand, a spiritual light shooting towards the high sky.

“Sizzle…”

As the surrounding Spiritual Energy surged wildly, a large passageway gradually began to form.

Inside the passageway, strands of gray mist drifted, appearing very deep and seemingly leading to an unknown place.

“Let’s go.”

Qing Yan leaped up and flew towards the high sky passageway.

In the blink of an eye, she disappeared around the grand hall.