Chapter 84: Refining Myriad Treasures, the Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron Restores to Fifth Tier!

The moment the Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron was completely refined. A sigh filled with indescribable meaning reached Su Yuan's ears. Looking inward at the cauldron's core, Su Yuan saw a young man with a resolute face but snow-white hair, smiling as he cupped his hands toward Su Yuan: "I shall rely on your guidance from now on, Master!" Su Yuan asked in surprise: "You're not pretending anymore?" "It seems you saw through me long ago!" Old Qian replied. Su Yuan shook his head: "I merely speculated. Besides, you didn't conceal much. You don't seem too disappointed either?" "I've merged with the artifact spirit - I am now the artifact spirit myself, having severed my path of independent cultivation! Spiritual treasures ultimately must depend on cultivators. Your potential is unparalleled in my experience. Following you, my future should be brighter!" Old Qian explained. Su Yuan nodded understandingly: "I see. You can take all these spiritual artifacts and treasure weapons to refine then!" "Many thanks, Master!" "Just call me Su Yuan. I'm not used to 'Master.' Though when you make a public appearance, you'll have to address me properly - appearances matter after all." "Uh, understood!" The Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron rose autonomously, hovering above the small mountain before suddenly expanding and releasing a powerful suction force over the hill. In the next moment, vast quantities of first-tier magical instruments, pills, talismans, formation plates and similar items were all sucked into the giant bowl. Xiao Li's eyes widened as she exclaimed: "Su Yuan! It's rebelling! Why did it suddenly eat all your spoils of war!" Su Yuan laughed: "It's fine, I told it to! It's been completely refined by me now, becoming my true right-hand man." Xiao Li made an "oh" sound and stopped worrying, jumping into Su Yuan's arms to find a comfortable position before watching the cauldron intently. The Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron began refining the massive quantity of treasures. Various first-tier pills, talismans and magical instruments were refined at astonishing speed. In mere moments, its grade rose to peak first-tier, then easily broke through to second-tier, becoming a mid-grade second-tier spiritual artifact! Then it released another suction force, drawing in a large batch of second-tier treasures. It began refining second-tier spiritual artifacts, pills, talismans and more. After just half a day, the cauldron reached peak second-tier before smoothly advancing to become a third-tier treasure weapon, finally stabilizing at high-grade third-tier. Subsequently, the cauldron powerfully sucked in all third-tier treasures into its bowl. Hundreds of third-tier treasure weapons were rapidly decomposed under the cauldron's intense refining, becoming nourishment for the Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron. These were third-tier treasures - items even Golden Core cultivators might only possess one or two of, each worth at least several dozen high-grade spirit stones - yet all were refined and absorbed without hesitation. Logically, refining third-tier items should be slower, but the restored third-tier Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron was even more powerful, its refining speed actually increasing. The third-tier treasures seemingly evaporated into thin air, becoming stepping stones for the cauldron's advancement! The Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron rapidly rose to peak high-grade fourth-tier! Since this was restoration rather than initial advancement, such massive quantities of treasure weapons could push it to such heights. All that remained were piles of spirit stones, raw materials, two fourth-tier treasure weapons, and one damaged fifth-tier spiritual treasure. The Corpse Nurturing Pagoda and Soul Mourning Bell already possessed considerable spirituality - the two fourth-tier treasure weapons trembled in place. Old Qian paused and asked: "Su Yuan, shall we absorb these two as well?" "Go ahead. They're demonic sect treasures anyway - useless to our sect," Su Yuan said indifferently. Thus Old Qian unceremoniously absorbed both fourth-tier treasures at once. Its grade successfully restored to peak fourth-tier. Then Old Qian set its sights on the fifth-tier spiritual treasure. The Soul Gathering Banner struggled violently. Su Yuan coldly snorted: "Demonic path spiritual treasure - what use are you? Xiao Li, help Old Qian suppress and refine it!" "Understood!" Xiao Li responded before pausing, "Old... Old Qian?" A white-haired youth materialized above the cauldron, smiling at Xiao Li: "I'd appreciate your help, little fox!" "Wow, you're so old!" Xiao Li exclaimed. "White hair was fashionable back then! You wouldn't understand, little fox!" Old Qian explained. Xiao Li pouted but still helped suppress the Soul Gathering Banner. Su Yuan also activated his pressure, a powerful suppressing force bearing down on the banner, rendering the masterless spiritual treasure completely helpless! The Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron enveloped the entire Soul Gathering Banner within itself. As the banner disappeared, the cauldron's grade rose! Three days later, the Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron directly ascended to mid-grade fifth-tier, its form transforming into a magnificent golden treasure cauldron! The cauldron momentarily shifted into a pagoda shape, then a bell form, before finally becoming banner-like. This display made Su Yuan's eyes light up! This ability was truly remarkable! With a beckoning gesture, the cauldron flew into his hand, transforming according to his will. "Su Yuan, there are still nine thousand vengeful spirits inside. How should we handle them? The cauldron can control them, but without ghost path energy replenishment, they'll gradually weaken!" "Vengeful spirits?" Su Yuan sighed, "Probably fallen righteous path cultivators. I'll find a way to release them later." "I can release them directly. Somehow those two demonic cultivators' storage rings contained many Buddhist implements capable of releasing trapped souls. After refining them, I've gained the ability to release spirits - I can send them to reincarnation," Old Qian said. Su Yuan was momentarily stunned - he hadn't noticed any Buddhist implements earlier. "Then release them!" "Understood!" The Myriad Treasures Heaven-Earth Cauldron transformed into a banner with golden surface, resembling less a Soul Gathering Banner and more an Emperor's Banner. Nine thousand vicious ghosts snarled ferociously upon it, radiating malevolence. But as golden light shone upon them, the dark demonic energy around the spirits gradually evaporated. Their twisted expressions softened, even gaining clarity in their eyes. When the soul purification concluded, Old Qian released the restrictions. The first spirit flew from the banner - a middle-aged cultivator who bowed gratefully to Su Yuan before vanishing as if drawn by some force, presumably entering reincarnation. [Ding, Fame Value +555] Su Yuan was startled: "What was that spirit's original cultivation level?" "Golden Core stage. Why?" Old Qian asked. "Nothing," Su Yuan shook his head. One by one, spirits flew from the banner, each paying respects to Su Yuan through bows, cupped hands, or looks of admiration before disappearing. Continuous notifications sounded in Su Yuan's ears: [Ding, Fame Value +666] [Ding, Fame Value +44] [Ding, Fame Value +7] From these notifications, Su Yuan discerned the pattern: Golden Core cultivators could provide fame value three times, Foundation Establishment twice, and Qi Refining only once! Hence the 666 points - the sum of 6, 60 and 600 points! There were no Nascent Soul spirits left - likely all consumed in battle. The remainder were Golden Core and below, but at least Qi Refining late-stage cultivators. Watching his fame value skyrocket, Su Yuan's expression became complex - truly virtue had its rewards. He suddenly realized an excellent method to gain fame value - hunting Ghost Fiend Sect members would yield massive amounts while remaining low-profile! His fame value now soared to 485,000 - over halfway to the next level! This single wave brought over 300,000 points! Absurd! Su Yuan was thoroughly delighted - slaying a Soul Transformation cultivator indeed brought tremendous rewards! As if resonating with his joy. The multicolored cocoon floating at Silver Spirit Lake's center finally showed movement! Su Yuan immediately turned his gaze. The rainbow cocoon began cracking apart. Then an incredibly beautiful spirit fish emerged. The Nine-Colored Celestial Fish flew through the air, leaving trails of five-colored rainbows that lingered brilliantly. Little Cai's eyes shimmered with colored light, most noticeably her intelligence had clearly increased. When she opened her mouth, melodious words emerged: "Su Yuan! I broke through!" Little Cai joyfully flew over. Su Yuan reached out to catch her - only for her fish head to slam into his chest. Su Yuan was sent flying like a cannonball, smashing into the cliffside by the waterfall, leaving a human-shaped crater. Complete silence fell. Xiao Li subtly distanced herself from Little Cai. "Cough! Cough! Cough!" Su Yuan crawled from the crater, covered in dust and looking thoroughly disheveled. Little Cai cried out: "Su Yuan! Are you okay!" She zipped toward him again. "Stop!" Su Yuan urgently shouted, paling. Little Cai halted just in time, her fish face blushing: "I-I just broke through and haven't controlled my strength yet." Su Yuan shook his body, the dust instantly dispersing to reveal him completely unharmed, not even his breathing disturbed. Old Qian's eye twitched as he thought: "This kid's body is ridiculously tough! How's he any different from a demon beast? A demon beast king at that!" After playing with Little Cai for a while, she suddenly said: "I want a name too!" "Uh," Su Yuan pondered briefly before saying: "Then you'll be Su Si!" "Sounds similar!" Little Cai noted. "Si means multi-talented. From now on, you'll be the most talented Nine-Colored Celestial Fish!" "I like it! I like it!" Little Cai immediately agreed. Xiao Li and Old Qian exchanged glances, expressions strange - it's not like there were other Nine-Colored Celestial Fish around to compare with anyway.