Chapter 325: Heavenly Profound Treasure Hall
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"Senior Sister , Lan Yingying?"
Hearing the report from his subordinate, Mo Yu's expression froze momentarily. The name reminded him of the beautiful and mature woman he had met in the Mu Lan Empire. Nodding slightly, he instructed, "Let her in."
"Yes, Manor Lord."
Soon after, a graceful figure draped in a flowing blue gown appeared in the grand hall.
"Hehe, I never expected the famous leader of Yuan Manor to be you, my dear junior disciple," a charming voice echoed as the blue silhouette entered.
A stunning woman clad in a blue dress stepped forward. Her features were strikingly alluring, and her curvaceous figure, outlined by the gown, exuded an irresistible charm unique to a mature woman.
Mo Yu chuckled. "Senior Sister Lan, it's really you. What brings you to the Black-Corner Region?"
The woman before him was none other than Lan Yingying, the 'senior sister' he had met during his time in the Mu Lan Empire. Although their relationship was not one of true senior and junior disciples, he had allowed her to call him that out of respect for her assistance back then. After all, it was just a title.
"Little junior disciple, it's been a while. You're getting more handsome," Lan Yingying teased with a sultry smile.
Time had indeed refined Mo Yu's appearance. From a boyish youth, he had transformed into a mature and confident young man. However, his distinctive silver eyes still made him instantly recognizable. If a few years ago he was a charming boy, now, in his early twenties, Mo Yu was the epitome of manly allure.
Mo Yu was briefly taken aback by the flirtatious greeting from this enchanting senior. Shaking his head with a light laugh, he replied, "Senior Sister Lan, you've become even more beautiful. But why aren't you in the Mu Lan Empire? What brings you to the Black-Corner Region?"
Lan Yingying responded with a radiant smile, her gaze sweeping across the luxurious hall. "Little junior disciple, I always knew you were destined for greatness. Back in the Mu Lan Empire, I could tell you were not someone who would remain in obscurity. But I never expected you to rise so quickly.
"When I first heard the name 'Mo Yu' in the Black-Corner Region, I thought it was a coincidence. But when they mentioned a silver-eyed youth leading Yuan Manor, I began to suspect. Seeing you here now, I'm still a bit shocked. You've created such a powerful faction in just a few years.
"The Mo Yu who was once hunted down by Mu Lan Valley has become unrecognizable. Your Yuan Manor might even surpass Mu Lan Valley now."
Lan Yingying's captivating eyes locked onto Mo Yu, her red lips curling into a seductive smile as her fragrant breath lingered in the air.
Back then, Mo Yu was just a wandering youth, his strength limited to a Da Dou Shi. He was nothing but an ant in Mu Lan Valley, let alone in the Northwest Continent. She had only been interested in him because of his extraordinary talent in weapon refining.
Yet, in just three or four years, Mo Yu had risen to unimaginable heights. Yuan Manor wasn't just the dominant force in the Black-Corner Region; it controlled 80% of the region's weapon trade and even had influence across the Northwest Continent.
As a weapon refiner herself, Lan Yingying couldn't help but be drawn to Yuan Manor's unprecedented ability to produce high-quality weapons. When she discovered that the faction's leader was the little junior she had casually acknowledged back in the Mu Lan Empire, she had been stunned speechless.
Facing the charming woman before him, Mo Yu remained composed. With a faint smile, he said, "Senior Sister Lan, you didn't come all this way just to see me, did you?"
Mo Yu was well aware of Lan Yingying's background. Although she appeared to be the head of a weapon refiner guild in a small city of the Mu Lan Empire, she was also a member of the Weapon Alliance.
While the Weapon Alliance wasn't as renowned or influential as the Pill Tower, it was still a notable force in Central Plains, the heartland of Dou Qi Continent. Any faction capable of establishing itself in Central Plains couldn't be underestimated. Compared to the Northwest Continent, the Weapon Alliance was undoubtedly a top-tier power.
Lan Yingying paused briefly at his direct question, then broke into a playful laugh. "Little junior disciple, you're as sharp as ever. I'm just passing through the Black-Corner Region and happened to hear of you. So, I decided to drop by."
"Passing through?" Mo Yu raised an eyebrow. "Senior Sister, are you heading back to Central Plains?"
"Hehe, nothing escapes you." Lan Yingying gave a small nod, her smile brightening. "Indeed. After years in the Northwest Continent, it's time I returned. Besides, in two years, the Weapon Alliance will host its eight-yearly Refining Convention. My teacher has already sent word for me to prepare."
"Refining Convention?"
Hearing this, Mo Yu's eyes flickered with curiosity. "Senior Sister Lan, what's the Refining Convention?"
Lan Yingying wasn't surprised by his question. Smiling gracefully, she explained, "The Refining Convention is an event organized by the Weapon Alliance to promote exchange among weapon refiners across the continent.
"During the event, participants showcase their skills in a competitive setting. This not only fosters innovation in weapon refining but also elevates the status of weapon refiners throughout Dou Qi Continent."
"Oh? Using competition to motivate weapon refiners and advance weapon refining…" Mo Yu's eyes revealed his surprise. He hadn't expected the Weapon Alliance to go to such lengths for the development of artifact refining, demonstrating a deep sense of purpose.
"Senior Sister Lan, organizing such a grand competition can't be just for prestige. What about the rewards?" Mo Yu asked, his interest clearly piqued.
"Hehe, of course, the rewards are significant," Lan Yingying replied with a playful smile. "They're designed to inspire weapon refiners to participate and push their limits."
"What kind of rewards?" Mo Yu's silver eyes lit up.
Seeing his eagerness, Lan Yingying chuckled softly. "Why, little junior disciple, are you interested? Well, it's only natural. After all, the famed Hundred Weapons Hall of Yuan Manor is your creation. Your refining skills must have improved tremendously."
Mo Yu smiled faintly, his demeanor calm despite the praise. "It's nothing remarkable. The Hundred Weapons Hall mainly produces low-grade weapons. Senior Sister Lan, tell me more about the Refining Convention."
"Hmph, so serious!"
Pouting slightly, Lan Yingying's playful reaction carried a girlish charm that contrasted beautifully with her mature allure, drawing Mo Yu's gaze for an extra moment.
"The Refining Convention offers many rewards, but three stand out the most," Lan Yingying said, her tone suddenly serious as a fiery light danced in her eyes.
"First, the champion will receive the title of Honorary Elder of the Weapon Alliance, enjoying all the privileges of an elder."
"Honorary Elder? Sounds impressive…" Although Mo Yu wasn't deeply familiar with the Weapon Alliance, he understood that as the largest refining organization on the continent, earning such a position was no small feat.
"Second, the champion gains access to the Soul Spirit Cavern for three days of cultivation," Lan Yingying said, her eyes glimmering with anticipation.
"Soul Spirit Cavern? What's that?" Mo Yu asked curiously.
"It's no surprise you don't know about the Soul Spirit Cavern," Lan Yingying said lightly. "This cavern was accidentally discovered by our Weapon Alliance in ancient ruins. Though damaged, it contains formations left behind by powerful figures of antiquity. These formations can directly enhance soul power, making it highly sought after by weapon refiners and alchemists alike.
Back then, even the Pill Tower coveted its effects on enhancing soul power. If it weren't for its remote location, far outside the Pill Tower's territory, and the Weapon Alliance's promise to provide the tower with top-grade cauldrons yearly, it would have been snatched away long ago."
Mentioning the Pill Tower, a flicker of anger passed through Lan Yingying's eyes.
"An ancient cavern that enhances soul power…"
Mo Yu rubbed his chin thoughtfully, his mind stirred. While he had numerous mystical methods to cultivate soul power far more efficiently than most, such power grew increasingly difficult to refine in later stages. The leap from Mortal Realm to Spirit Realm was particularly daunting—a bottleneck. If the Soul Spirit Cavern could help, it would be a shortcut.
Suppressing his inner excitement, Mo Yu asked, "And the third reward?"
"The third," Lan Yingying's eyes sharpened, her tone serious, "is the opportunity to enter the Heavenly Profound Treasure Hall. Junior Brother, do you believe there once existed an Emperor-grade weapon refiner in this continent's ancient past?"
"An Emperor-grade weapon refiner?"
Mo Yu blinked in surprise. An Emperor-grade weapon refiner on the Dou Qi Continent? Such a figure would rival Emperor-grade alchemists or even Dou Di powerhouses. Yet considering the alchemy-centric culture of the continent, the rise of an Emperor-grade weapon refiner seemed unlikely.
Seeing his skepticism, Lan Yingying continued, her red lips curving slightly. "At first, the Weapon Alliance wasn't sure either. The Dou Qi Continent has never seen a flourishing era for weapon refining. But the existence of the Heavenly Profound Treasure Hall made us reconsider.
This treasure hall, discovered within an ancient ruin, resembles a temple—damaged on the outside but well-preserved internally. It houses countless weapons, many of which even our alliance's top-grade weapon refiners are incapable of replicating.
Furthermore, the higher-ups of the Weapon Alliance suspect that the deepest part of the treasure hall might house an Emperor-grade Prototype Weapon!"
"An Emperor-grade Prototype Weapon?"
Mo Yu's expression changed. A weapon on the verge of Emperor-grade? Such an artifact was beyond even his past life's capabilities.
He recalled the Emperor-grade Prototype Pill from the original story. Its discovery in the Tuo She Ancient God Mansion sparked a bloody conflict among the Eight Ancient Clans. Even Hun Tiandi used it to break through to Dou Di. The chaos caused by an Emperor-grade Prototype Weapon could easily surpass that.
"Senior Sister Lan, if the Heavenly Profound Treasure Hall is as extraordinary as you say, why does it remain obscure, and why haven't the major powers laid claim to it? With the Weapon Alliance's strength, you wouldn't be able to keep it hidden..."
Mo Yu's words trailed off, but the implication was clear. If the treasure hall truly contained an Emperor-grade Prototype Weapon, not even the Pill Tower could protect it, let alone the Weapon Alliance.
Mo Yu knew well that the true overlords of the Dou Qi Continent were the Eight Ancient Clans.
Lan Yingying, appreciating Mo Yu's tact in leaving the Weapon Alliance some dignity, smiled faintly before her expression grew serious. "You're right. Ever since the treasure hall was discovered, countless factions—both known and secret—have sought to claim it.
But strangely, the Heavenly Profound Treasure Hall seems to exude an inexplicable repulsion toward the continent itself. This repulsion manifests as a resistance to all intruders.
Anyone who forcibly enters, even legendary Dou Zun or stronger powerhouses, is violently expelled. Only weapon refiners are met with relative tolerance, able to remain inside without such forceful ejection.
Moreover, the existence of an Emperor-grade Prototype Weapon is merely speculation by our alliance's higher-ups. Over time, the treasure hall's allure waned among the major factions, leaving it in the hands of the Weapon Alliance."
"Only weapon refiners can enter?"
Hearing this, Mo Yu's silver eyes gleamed thoughtfully. A hint of realization dawned on his face.
Lan Yingying's words led Mo Yu to suspect that the Heavenly Profound Treasure Hall was not of the Dou Qi Continent but a relic from the Great Thousand World.
Mo Yu knew the Dou Qi Continent was not the only plane of existence. Beyond it lay countless other continents, forming the vast Great Thousand World. The Dou Qi Continent was merely a lower plane.
If the treasure hall originated from another plane, its rejection of the Dou Qi Continent's natives would make sense. After all, even the power systems differed. For Dou Qi cultivators to enter a foreign artifact from another plane would naturally encounter difficulty.
As for why weapon refiners were exceptions, Mo Yu speculated that their rules of power might align closely with those of the treasure hall's origin plane, minimizing rejection.
He even suspected the Heavenly Profound Treasure Hall might have developed its own sentience. If so, after inadvertently falling into an unfamiliar plane, its wariness toward foreign intruders was only natural. Only those resembling its original plane's practitioners—weapon refiners—could gain entry.
In mere moments, Mo Yu's mind raced through countless possibilities, and a faint smile crept onto his lips.
The news Senior Sister Lan had brought was far more valuable than he'd anticipated. If this were true, then within two years, a trip to Central Plains was an absolute necessity.
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