I Have A Cultivation World Chapter 2353 - 1062:

With Zhuo Ming’s meticulous attention, the Five-Cornered Ancient Maple had integrated the Water of Ten Thousand Transformations remarkably well. Chen Mobai did not even require physical contact to assess it; utilizing his Rank-5 Echoes in the Void, he easily perceived the surging Fire Origin and the potent life force pulsing within. He could even sense the intricate earth network that bound the tree to the Spirit Vein of the entire Mount Tianpeng.

Nevertheless, attaining the Fourth Rank Peak would still require several more years of growth.

While the 'Pulling Seedlings to Promote Growth' technique could technically be applied now, the probability of failure remained excessively high.

"I will need you to continue overseeing its progress for a while longer."

Once he finished his spiritual listening, Chen Mobai gave his instructions to Zhuo Ming. The latter nodded repeatedly, declaring that it was his greatest honor to serve his master.

"I have yet to provide a gift to celebrate Zhi Ling’s Core Formation. This is a newly refined version of the Red Flame Sword Scripture, updated following my recent Cultivation breakthroughs. It is now capable of guiding a practitioner all the way to the Great Perfection of the Nascent Soul realm..."

As he spoke, Chen Mobai used the Law of the Five Tones to inscribe the adapted Red Flame Sword Scripture into a Jade Slip. He then presented it to Han Zhiling, who had been standing by with a respectful expression.

Having achieved Core Formation, she was now the undisputed eldest disciple of the third generation of Xiao Nanshan.

Should Chen Mobai and Zhuo Ming eventually undergo ascension, the responsibility of inheriting the Dao lineage would fall to her.

"My deepest gratitude, Grandmaster!"

Han Zhiling reached out with both hands to receive the Jade Slip with the utmost reverence.

"The Dao Morale Sect intends to initiate the wilderness opening ahead of schedule. I plan to lead our Sect disciples personally to assist; it will serve as an excellent training opportunity. Zhi Ling, you shall come with me. When time allows, I will provide guidance for your Cultivation."

With the combat power of two Deity Transformation beings at his disposal, Chen Mobai viewed this wilderness expedition as little more than a casual outing. It was the perfect chance for the future heir of the Dao lineage to establish her reputation and earn Sect contributions.

"As you wish, Grandmaster."

Han Zhiling harbored no objections and felt a surge of anticipation for the journey.

Later, Zhuo Ming personally harvested fresh produce from Mount Tianpeng to prepare a rare, exquisite feast for Chen Mobai. However, just as Chen Mobai prepared to depart atop the Yellow Dragon, a disturbance broke out at the base of the mountain.

Chen Mobai extended his Divine Sense and instantly grasped the situation.

"It appears some Cultivators followed my trail here. They likely assume that where a True Dragon resides, hidden treasures must follow..."

While most of the Spiritual Land on Mount Tianpeng is concealed by protective formations, the villa at the foot of the mountain is known publicly as a training site for alchemists from the Five Elements Sect and Danxia Pavilion.

A group of reckless and ambitious Cultivators had come looking for trouble, and they naturally needed to be dealt with.

"Ming’er, go handle the situation. I will take Zhi Ling and depart now."

After draining his final cup of wine, Chen Mobai set it down. The Little Yellow Dragon Girl at his side immediately took flight, transforming into her majestic True Dragon shape.

Down at the mountain’s base.

The Eastern Wilderness Cultivators, who had been tracking the Yellow Dragon, watched in awe as the mist-shrouded peak suddenly radiated golden light. The True Dragon they had sought roared amidst a storm of wind and thunder. Suddenly, the thick clouds covering the summit dispersed, revealing a scene as clear as jade.

Upon closer inspection, they witnessed the magnificent True Dragon lowering its head in submission, allowing a cultivator in white robes to step onto its back.

An Immortal ascending the Nine Heavens, crossing the blue waves upon a dragon.

Golden wings sprouted from the sea of clouds, while the echoes of wind and thunder rang out like jade.

The mist that had been scattered by the dragon’s breath began to coalesce once more, hiding the mountain from the view of those below.

Nevertheless, a streak of golden light, stretching ten thousand zhang and carrying the glow of the morning sun, raced toward the heart of the Eastern Wilderness, leaving an indelible impression on their minds.

"You fools truly do not understand the heights of heaven. In this Eastern Wilderness, only our Sect Leader is worthy of such a True Dragon."

Ye Bopei spoke as he secured the captured loose Cultivators, flanked by several alchemist apprentices from the villa.

Among the onlookers was a disciple Yan Shaoyin had brought from across the sea.

The siblings watched Chen Mobai’s departure on the dragon, their hearts unable to find calm. Having grown up on an island in the Mysterious Sea, they had been raised on legends of the Dragon King, worshiping him as the deity of the oceans.

Yet now, that divine creature willingly served as a mount for the Sect Leader.

Was this the true power and legacy of a great Sect from the East Continent?

At that moment, a yellow light descended, and Zhuo Ming appeared before them.

Ye Bopei immediately stepped forward to show his respect.

Through the influence of Yan Shaoyin and the strategic importance of the Back to Sky Valley line within the Five Elements Sect, he had managed to obtain a Heterodox Golden Core. He was now working tirelessly to earn a genuine Core Formation Spiritual Medicine.

At Danxia Pavilion, Ye Bopei had risen to become the most prominent alchemist after Qing Nu. He also served as the director of the villa, diligently conducting monthly lectures.

"Once you have verified their identities and found no major issues, let them go."

Zhuo Ming, who was not inclined toward unnecessary bloodshed, looked over the captives. They were all merely Qi Practitioners, with the strongest only at the Eighth Layer of Qi Cultivation.

"Understood, Zhuo True Person. I shall inform the Sect’s Penalty Evil Hall of the matter."

Ye Bopei did not dare interfere with the official investigation and quickly followed Zhuo Ming’s directive to pass on the responsibility.

Meanwhile, Chen Mobai had already reached Giant Tree Ridge on dragonback.

Fu Zongjue, who had recently stabilized his Nascent Soul Dharma Body, came out to meet them personally. He looked at Han Zhiling, who was still trembling while gripping the dragon's tail, and felt a surge of curiosity regarding what it felt like to ride such a creature.

"Sect Leader, your Everlife Wood is showing signs of a breakthrough..."

Yin Qingmei, standing nearby, suddenly spoke up.

"Has it truly begun the transition into Azure Dragon Wood?"

Chen Mobai asked with visible excitement.

"The signs of advancement are there. However, the move from the Fourth Rank to the Fifth Rank triggers a tribulation nearly equal to Deity Transformation. Upon realizing this, I immediately ceased the flow of Qing Emperor’s Longevity True Qi..."

Yin Qingmei detailed her years of work, with Fu Zongjue occasionally adding his own observations.

As the Everlife Wood began its transformation, Fu Zongjue, who managed the grand formation, had felt the Spirit Vein trembling as if it were gripped by fear.

It was evident that if the tree successfully became Azure Dragon Wood, the Spirit Vein at Giant Tree Ridge might struggle to support it.

Even with the Sky Curtain Ground Network Formation pulling Qi from various Immortal Cities, the Spirit Vein here was only rated at the Fifth Rank.

Furthermore, the Fifth Rank Azure Dragon Wood seemed to possess a unique power that intimidated the local Spirit Vein.

"I will examine it myself."

Chen Mobai quickly made his way to his Everlife Wood Dojo.

Through his Rank-5 Echoes in the Void, he could hear every detail of the Spirit Plant’s condition.

He discovered that the Everlife Wood had reached through the void, establishing a connection with the Heavenly Venerate Tree Branch at the heart of the Great Dao Tree within the Divine Tree Secret Realm.

Upon further investigation, Chen Mobai realized it wasn't the Everlife Wood initiating the contact; rather, any Spirit Plant ascending to the level of Azure Dragon Wood is automatically detected by the Heavenly Venerate Tree Branch.

This realization caused Chen Mobai’s expression to turn grave.

He might have the strength of two Deity Transformation experts, but he felt cautious about facing a Heavenly Venerate—likely a Cultivating Void level master—who might lead the Longevity Sect toward Harmonization Ascendance.

"There is no need to finalize the Azure Dragon Wood’s advancement for now."

After a moment of reflection, Chen Mobai decided that the current risk was unnecessary and halted Yin Qingmei’s project.

Though initially disappointed, Fu Zongjue expressed his understanding after hearing Chen Mobai’s reasoning.

"In that case, I shall begin the assembly of the Little Azure Dragon."