Dharma Treasure

This cave served as a seclusion spot for the disciples of the Asura Sect to cultivate and achieve breakthroughs in the Soul Formation realm. In other words, the owner of this cave should have possessed strength at the tenth level of the Reverting stage. The belongings left behind by such an expert were undoubtedly extraordinary.

Everyone followed the stone path in the poisonous pool and passed through the poisonous pool to reach the platform at the back.

On the platform, a pale skeleton lay on the table. Surrounding the table were numerous shattered Dharma artifacts. It was evident that before his demise, the Dharma artifacts on his person had already been destroyed.

At the tenth level of the Reverting stage, failing to achieve a breakthrough often led to a state of madness. The heart flame would ignite and consume the cultivator. Even the Dharma artifacts on their body would not be spared. Gazing at the fragments of Dharma artifacts scattered on the ground, everyone could not help but sigh inwardly. What a waste they were. These Dharma artifacts must have been formidable treasures.

However, apart from the Dharma artifacts, there was nothing else. A corner of a jade box sat on the table, already opened. It contained six small compartments, each holding a medicinal pill. One of the compartments was empty. Additionally, there was a nondescript pitch-black ring on the skeletal finger.

"This is a storage ring, but it's on the level of a Dharma treasure. We need an expert to appraise it. With our current abilities, we cannot unlock it at all," Lu Yuling remarked as he took off the pitch-black ring from the skeletal fingerbone and examined it. He was pleasantly surprised but also helpless, shaking his head.

Dharma treasures surpassed Dharma artifacts in terms of power and status. The disparity between them was like night and day. It was akin to the difference between cultivators who refined essence into qi and those who refined qi into spirit. However, Dharma treasures possessed their own spirituality. Once separated from their owners, they would become dormant.

Spiritual items chose their owners, and Dharma treasures were among such objects. To obtain a Dharma treasure that did not belong to them, one had to appraise it and awaken the artifact spirit within. Only then could they sense the true power of the Dharma treasure. Otherwise, the treasure would remain dormant, an ordinary item that could not even compare to the lowest-grade Dharma artifacts.

This storage ring was indeed on the level of a Dharma treasure. While it was an exciting discovery, its true nature needed to be appraised, leaving everyone feeling somewhat helpless.

Dharma treasure? Zhuge Xiang was also filled with curiosity. This was a legendary Dharma artifact that surpassed the 12-star level. It truly deserved to be called a "treasure." He took it from Lu Yuling with curiosity and examined it closely.

Sumeru Ring (One-star Dharma treasure): Requires appraisal. Note: Activate the life profession system and obtain the title of junior appraiser to appraise.

Appraising a Dharma treasure involved summoning the inherent ability of the artifact itself, allowing the artifact spirit to sense it and awaken. Initially, Zhuge Xiang thought that with the capabilities of his Super Game System, he might be able to discern its information like other items. However, he was surprised to find that he could only determine it was a one-star Dharma treasure. The attributes and abilities remained unknown, requiring appraisal.

As for activating the life profession system? Zhuge Xiang truly had no idea when he would be able to successfully activate it. It seemed that while the ring was impressive as a Dharma treasure, it was currently of little use.

Despite being a Dharma treasure, it could not be appraised, leaving everyone longing for it. They could only hope to encounter an appraiser in the future and successfully appraise it. However, appraisers held prestigious positions and were in high demand. Even Qi Refinement and Soul Formation cultivators might struggle to find one, let alone disciples like Zhuge Xiang who had just entered the refinement level. It was uncertain whether they would ever be able to unlock the ring.

With the Dharma treasure ring unable to be opened, everyone shifted their attention to another jade box. It contained six small compartments, but only five pills remained. It was clear that one had already been consumed.

Zhuge Xiang picked one up first and looked down at it. The data and information naturally appeared.

Nine Orifices Mysterious Pill (Special Consumable): Consuming it can easily cleanse the marrow and transform the body, enhancing one's cultivation aptitude and averting mediocrity. It can only be used once. The lower one's cultivation level, the greater the effect.

Hearing Zhuge Xiang explain the effects of the Nine Orifices Mystic Pill, everyone present gasped. They had not expected a disciple who had not yet comprehended the Soul Formation stage to possess such a magical pill.

To be able to change one's bones and marrow, transform one's physique, and enhance one's aptitude? Such a medicinal pill was incredibly powerful. It appeared to be a pill that could alter one's physique, with greater effectiveness at lower cultivation levels. The higher one's cultivation level, the less beneficial it would be to revert and improve one's physique.

The Nine Orifices Mysterious Pill was undeniably an exceptional pill. Excitement burned in everyone's hearts. Despite being geniuses of their cohort with unquestionable talent, the opportunity to further enhance their abilities was always welcomed. A slight improvement in cultivation meant faster progress and a greater future. Who would not be envious?

However, with six people present and only five Nine Orifices Mystical Pills in the jade box, the question of how to divide them arose. Unfortunately, one of the original six pills was missing for unknown reasons.

"If I'm not mistaken, one of the six Nine Orifices Mystical Pills was consumed by the Demonic Moth, granting it intelligence and increasing its aptitude," Lu Yuling sighed softly. He then looked at the five remaining Nine Orifices Mystical Pills in the jade box and said, "Considering that the higher one's cultivation level, the less effective the pill becomes, I don't need this pill since my cultivation level is the highest."

"Senior Lu…" Hua Nongying called out anxiously upon hearing Lu Yuling's words but didn't know how to continue. With only five pills available, someone was bound to miss out. No matter who it was, dissatisfaction would arise.

"Well, I contributed the least and didn't participate in the battle. I don't need it," Niu Geng scratched his head awkwardly and spoke up.

Observing Lu Yuling's generosity and Niu Geng's loyalty, Zhuge Xiang secretly shook his head. It could only be said that they did not seem like disciples of a demonic sect at all.

Shaking his head, Zhuge Xiang said, "Alright, stop fighting. I'll give up on this Nine Orifices Mystic Pill."

"How can we do that?" This time, even Ling Wufeng and Ji Wuxue, who had remained silent all this time, felt embarrassed. Zhuge Xiang's contributions in the battle were evident to all. If not for him, everyone would have perished. If he was the only one without the Nine Orifices Mystic Pill, it would be an uncomfortable situation for everyone.

Observing everyone's reaction, Zhuge Xiang felt quite satisfied. It was only natural for everyone to desire good things, especially those that could enhance their aptitude. However, judging by their responses, it was clear that they had their own principles. Such integrity was rare and valuable, in stark contrast to Lei Potian, who would kill his fellow disciples repeatedly for the sake of equipment.

"Alright, let's do as I suggest. You all know that I'm a combat-oriented genius. Things that enhance talent hold little significance for me. The environment in which I grew up is destined to be the battlefield, amidst battles," Zhuge Xiang declared without further explanation, as he distributed the five exceedingly precious Nine Orifices Mystic Pills to everyone.

Zhuge Xiang was right. Although he had reached the third level of the Qi Nourishing stage in cultivation, he had previously attempted other methods. If he devoted all his attention to meditation and cultivation, he would only gain approximately 10 EXP per day. In a year, he would accumulate a mere 3,600 EXP. This pace meant that it would take him nearly a year to advance to the fourth level of the Qi Nourishing stage. It was far too slow.

To progress swiftly, he could only rely on battles to gain EXP. Hence, while the Nine Orifices Mystic Pill was highly effective for most people in enhancing their cultivation aptitude, it held no value for Zhuge Xiang.

"Alright, since you've put it that way, we won't pretend any longer. However, now that we have divided the Nine Orifices Mystic Pill, we will give you this Dharma treasure-level storage ring. Although we can't open it presently, once we return to headquarters, even if we decide to sell it, we can fetch a good price," Lu Yuling assured Zhuge Xiang. He knew Zhuge Xiang's character well and was aware that he would not let him suffer a loss without reason, given his statement that he had no need for it.

Lu Yuling's suggestion received nods of agreement from Hua Nongying and the others. Each person had obtained a Nine Orifices Mystic Pill, and considering Zhuge Xiang's contribution in the battle, it was only fitting to give him the Dharma treasure-level ring.

Without wasting any time, the five of them consumed the Nine Orifices Mystic Pills and assumed a cross-legged position to absorb the medicinal power. Zhuge Xiang looked at Niu Geng and understood that this was a crucial opportunity for Niu Geng to catch up with the other geniuses. He could transform his muscles and marrow and be reborn, especially since he was only at the first level of the Qi Nourishing stage. Clearly, the Nine Orifices Mystic Pill would be most beneficial to Niu Geng.

As the five of them absorbed the medicinal efficacy and improved their aptitudes, Zhuge Xiang had nothing else to do but quietly evaluate his gains.

Piercing Arrow: Skill book, requires 1 skill point.

Wolf Fang Arrow Forging Recipe: Requires 1-Star Blacksmith, Cloud Refined Steel, Yin Scholar Tree, Wolf Fang Arrow: Attack +8, Ignore Defense 5.

Apart from the restoration oil, the other two items dropped by the Demonic Moth were exactly what Zhuge Xiang needed. After killing the Demonic Moth, Zhuge Xiang was only 1,000 EXP away from reaching the fourth level of the Qi Nourishing stage. Once his level increased, he would be able to master the Piercing Arrow skill. The Wolf Fang Arrow's attack power was clearly superior to that of ordinary arrows. With the addition of the two-star Dharma artifact, the Hundred Refinement Bow, and the Wolf Fang Arrow, Zhuge Xiang's long-range attacks would become significantly more potent.

Afterward, Zhuge Xiang retrieved several items that he had looted from Lei Potian. Lei Potian had been slain by Zhuge Xiang and Niu Geng's combined efforts, so the spoils of war rightfully belonged to them. There was no need for further distribution.

In addition to Lei Potian's one-star Dharma artifacts, there were three other Dharma artifacts. It appeared that he had obtained them by killing sect disciples. At this moment, Zhuge Xiang stood to benefit. As he examined them, the information regarding the three Dharma artifacts automatically surfaced.