Chapter 533: Chapter 297: Ice Valley, True Monarch You Bing

However, unlike the half-region of Celestial Star Palace, which now exists in name only, the half-region of the ’Giant Whale Sect’ continues to exist in reality.

Within the half-region of the ’Giant Whale Sect’, every Nascent Soul influence must pay a hefty tribute to the Giant Whale Sect every ten years in order to settle down in the Giant Whale Sect half-region. Otherwise, they will undoubtedly face significant trouble.

Ice Valley is naturally one such Nascent Soul influence.

Unlike most other Nascent Soul influences in the Giant Whale Sect half-region, the Sect of Ice Valley is quite powerful.

The Supreme Elder of the sect has a cultivation base close to the peak of the Nascent Soul Middle Stage.

In his youth, he also gained great fame through his formidable power in magical combat.

Now, having been immersed in the Nascent Soul Middle Stage for many years and nearing its peak, he commands even more fear and respect.

This makes Ice Valley a dominating force in the surrounding sea area, with no one daring to provoke them.

Five hundred miles north of Ice Spirit Island, where Ice Valley is located, beneath the sea, there is an active volcanic crater, with flowing hot magma inside.

The magma is not simple; it contains special spiritual power, and if one can withstand its terrifying temperature, it can have a slight body tempering effect.

The entire volcano has an extremely high temperature, which increases the deeper one goes, making it a Tier Four Middle Grade Land of Physical Body Cultivation.

Swoosh!

At this moment, a sound of something piercing through the air was heard.

On the sea surface, a subtle silhouette appeared.

It was Qi Chuan.

At this moment, Qi Chuan had cast some invisibility and concealment spells on himself, looking towards the sea surface ahead, right above the so-called Tier Four Middle Grade Land of Physical Body Cultivation.

However, when Qi Chuan’s gaze fell on the sea surface, his brows did indeed furrow.

Because he saw that this place was not an empty sea surface.

Instead, there were more than a dozen large and small reefs scattered around, almost encircling the low volcanic crater exposed above the sea.

And these reefs had already been developed into good footholds, with many Ice Valley disciples stationed on them. They deployed teams of patrolling disciples continuously patrolling the surrounding reefs to prevent intruders.

On one of the larger reefs, Qi Chuan even sensed the presence of a Core Formation True Master, with an Elder from Ice Valley stationed there.

Moreover, there was a more advanced array arranged around the central low volcanic crater. Even if a Nascent Soul cultivator were to forcefully break through, it would certainly trigger an alarm in the array, alerting the Core Formation True Master and Ice Valley disciples stationed nearby.

This would eventually alert the Nascent Soul Middle Stage Supreme Elder of Ice Valley.

"I didn’t expect the defensive forces guarding this Tier Four Middle Grade Land of Physical Body Cultivation to be so substantial."

"Moreover, didn’t the information say that this Tier Four Middle Grade Land of Physical Body Cultivation was supposed to be underwater? Why is the volcanic crater now exposed above the sea surface, and why are there so many additional reefs around?"

Qi Chuan pondered to himself.

"Could it be that volcanic eruptions have caused the volcano to grow taller until it breached the sea surface, with the surrounding volcanic ash collected by Ice Valley to form these reefs, better to guard this Tier Four Middle Grade Land of Physical Body Cultivation?"

Qi Chuan speculated internally.

"No matter what, let’s investigate the situation first."

Qi Chuan moved and headed towards one of the reefs where some Ice Valley disciples were stationed.

With his strength, although he couldn’t force his way into the volcanic crater without alerting others, he could easily conceal his presence and gather information on the surrounding reefs.

Even that Core Formation True Master wouldn’t be able to discover him.

Soon, after half a day, Qi Chuan had some findings.

It turns out that this volcano is extraordinary because from the magma deep below occasionally emerges a peculiar flow of hot energy, filled with rich special Fire Attribute Spiritual Qi.

This Spiritual Qi disperses into the surrounding magma, making the entire volcano’s magma unusual.

Due to the unique nature of the magma, a group of special demon beasts, called Earth Flame Spirit Horned Lizards, was even nurtured within.

Earth Flame Spirit Horned Lizards can produce Earth Flame Spirit Horned Lizard Demon Pills.

These demon pills are quite special and different from other Fire Attribute Demon Pills.

Ice Valley collects these demon pills and refines them into special elixirs to neutralize the overflowing ice-cold power when cultivating Ice Attribute Cultivation Techniques, preventing deviation in cultivation.

Because of this, this unique volcano is extremely important to Ice Valley, from the Core Formation Elders to the Qi Refining Disciples.

There are even rumors that a Tier Four Earth Flame Spirit Horned Lizard once appeared deep in the magma and was slain by the Supreme Elder of Ice Valley, who obtained the demon pill and refined it into an elixir. Whether this is true or not remains unknown.

Nevertheless, Qi Chuan now only has one option.

That is to go to Ice Spirit Island and negotiate with Ice Valley’s Supreme Elder, True Monarch You Bing.

As long as he finds a way to gain True Monarch You Bing’s approval, he can naturally cultivate long-term in this Tier Four Middle Grade Land of Physical Body Cultivation.

Forcibly entering is not feasible.

Later, when True Monarch You Bing finds out, he will undoubtedly interrupt his cultivation.

The outcome will be the same either way.

It is better to directly seek out True Monarch You Bing.

"In that case, let’s head directly to Ice Spirit Island!"

Qi Chuan thought to himself.

Swoosh!

Immediately afterward, Qi Chuan transformed into a streak of escape light, shooting towards Ice Spirit Island.

From start to finish, the Ice Valley disciples on these reefs, as well as the stationed Core Formation True Master, were unaware of Qi Chuan’s visit and that he had already gathered information and left.

Before long.

Ice Spirit Island, Ice Valley Mountains.

Swoosh!

A sound of air being pierced resounded.

On the square before the Ice Valley Mountain, a handsome young figure appeared.

It was Qi Chuan.

Qi Chuan appeared openly, naturally catching the attention of the gatekeeping disciples of the mountain.

Seeing Qi Chuan’s extraordinary demeanor, they immediately reported it to the Foundation Establishment Steward above them.

Thus, a steward with the surname Zhang cautiously approached, cupped his hands towards Qi Chuan, and asked carefully, "May I know where this distinguished guest comes from and what their purpose is at Ice Valley?"

Qi Chuan glanced at him and said, "Qi Chuan, from Myriad Flowers Immortal Sect, here to discuss important matters with your Sect’s Supreme Elder."

As his words fell, Qi Chuan released a trace of his aura.

Even with such a faint aura, the feeling was as if a mountain was pressing down on Steward Zhang, causing his face to change drastically.

After Qi Chuan withdrew his aura, Steward Zhang managed to feign calmness and clasped his hands, saying to Qi Chuan, "Please, True Monarch, wait here for a moment. I will immediately report to the Core Formation Elder."

Immediately, he turned with trembling steps and entered the mountain gates, having gone to report.

Qi Chuan, seeing this, wasn’t in a rush and waited for a while in the mountain gate square.

During this time, the Qi Refining gatekeeping disciples dared not even glance at him.

It seemed that True Monarch You Bing was indeed within Ice Valley.

Qi Chuan didn’t wait long before a Core Formation Elder emerged from within the mountain gates. After confirming Qi Chuan’s cultivation, he personally escorted Qi Chuan into the mountain gates, heading towards the main hall of Ice Valley.

Before long, Qi Chuan arrived at the main hall of Ice Valley.

Under the guidance of the Core Formation Elder, he entered the main hall.

As he lifted his gaze, he saw a figure already seated in the grand hall.

It was an elder who appeared about fifty years old, wearing a plain high-tier magic robe with ice patterns, looking rosy and full of energy. Despite having little hair, white strands of strange light emanated from his eyes, which were quite captivating, suggesting he practiced some profound Eye Technique.

From his body, a powerful spiritual pressure almost reaching the peak of Nascent Soul Middle Stage gradually spread out, filling the entire hall, causing the temperature inside to plummet, turning it into a frozen hell.

Swish!

As Qi Chuan entered the main hall, True Monarch You Bing’s gaze swiftly locked onto him, an invisible immense pressure covering him.

"I am Qi Chuan, greetings to True Monarch You Bing."

However, Qi Chuan seemed unaffected, maintaining his composure as he cupped his hands to True Monarch You Bing and spoke in a usual tone.