Chapter 177: Treasure Hunt
Not only could he control the wooden cage at will, he also understood the secret of the wooden cage's counterattack. When attacked, the wooden cage can grow spikes or vines, which can not only defend but also fight back against the enemy.
In the process of practicing the wooden cage technique, Ye Changsheng also deeply understood the principle of "hardness and softness".
He understood that a true defense must not only be impregnable, but must also be able to adapt to change. This awareness made his wooden cage technique not only more defensive, but also more flexible and intelligent.
By practicing these three third-level spells, Ye Changsheng not only greatly increased his strength, but more importantly, his understanding of Tao became deeper.
After practicing the wooden cage technique, Ye Changsheng found that one and a half years had passed, and one year had passed since the six months agreed with "Honglufang".
It only took him a year and a half to practice three third-level spells. Sure enough, as the monks reached higher levels, the retreat time became longer and longer each time, often lasting several years.
This was Ye Changsheng's first serious retreat in Babei after he advanced to the Zifu stage. Unexpectedly, he failed to seize the time.
In fact, there are still many spells that Ye Changsheng needs to practice, but Ye Changsheng is not ready to continue practicing, so it is better to retrieve the sacred sand gourd first.
So Ye Changsheng quickly took control of the "Galaxy" flying boat and flew towards Lingxiao Immortal City at lightning speed.
After half a month's flight, Ye Changsheng arrived at "Honglu Pavilion" again.
"Fellow Taoist hasn't come for a year. I thought something happened to fellow Taoist?"
Ge Hong said with a smile.
"I'm really sorry, Master Ge. It was my first time practicing magic and I forgot the time. My sin, my sin!"
Ye Changsheng apologized.
"It's okay. It's really time-consuming to advance to Zifu retreat. I understand that."
"Besides, in our line of business, it's not uncommon for customers to come late. You've been delayed for a year, which is already very good. I have the longest record. Someone delayed for more than twenty years before coming."
Ge Hong said with a smile.
"This is the divine sand gourd that has been refined. The refining effect is ideal. It is a third-level high-grade treasure gourd."
"Fellow Daoist Ye, you can try it out."
Ye Changsheng carefully took the sacred sand gourd and looked at it carefully.
This third-level high-grade magic weapon is a deep dark green in color, with a surface as smooth as jade, and fine lines can be vaguely seen, like the reflection of a galaxy.
The mouth of the gourd is inlaid with a circle of colorful gems, each emitting a different light and reflecting each other.
The gourd is engraved with mysterious and complex runes, forming a "annihilation array of all things", with a faint aura of destruction flowing through it.
When Ye Changsheng injected spiritual power into it, the gourd shook slightly, and wisps of black sacred sand spilled out from the mouth of the gourd and floated in the air.
These sacred sands may seem ordinary, but in fact they contain powerful power of annihilation, capable of eroding both the physical body and the soul at the same time.
Ye Changsheng couldn't help but be secretly shocked. The power of this magic weapon was indeed well-deserved.
He shook the gourd gently and heard a "squeaking" sound, as if there were countless fine sand flowing in it.
The capacity of a gourd far exceeds its surface size, and there are caves inside that can accommodate a large number of items.
Attracting people and things is its strength.
Ye Changsheng nodded with satisfaction. This magic weapon was excellent in terms of attack power and practicality.
Ye Changsheng happily paid the remaining one million spiritual stones. Although it sounded like a lot, it was equivalent to ten thousand high-grade spiritual stones when converted into high-grade spiritual stones.
For a third-level high-grade magic weapon, this price can be said to be worth it.
"Master Ge, thank you for your careful refining. This sacred sand gourd is indeed extraordinary."
Ye Changsheng thanked him sincerely.
Ge Hong smiled and waved his hand, "You're welcome, Fellow Daoist Ye. It's my honor to be able to refine such a treasure. If you need anything in the future, just come to me."
After the two exchanged contact information, Ye Changsheng said goodbye and left.
He piloted the "Galaxy" flying boat and quickly flew away from Lingxiao Immortal City.
On the way back, Ye Changsheng was studying the newly obtained sacred sand gourd while flying on the flying boat.
He tried to stimulate the gourd's power in different ways, sometimes releasing a wisp of divine sand and sometimes withdrawing it.
Every time he manipulates it, Ye Changsheng can feel the powerful power contained in this magic weapon.
However, just as Ye Changsheng was flying over Wei County, a sudden crisis interrupted his research.
A huge third-level low-grade vulture rushed out of nowhere and pounced towards Ye Changsheng.
This vulture has a wingspan of more than ten feet, its claws are like hooks, and its eyes are glowing with blood-red light. It is obviously a ferocious monster.
Ye Changsheng was caught off guard, and hurriedly put away the sacred sand gourd, and at the same time activated the "Hanshuang" flying sword to meet the enemy.
The cold light flashed, and the flying sword was like lightning, heading straight for the vulture's throat. However, the vulture reacted very quickly and avoided the fatal blow by turning sideways.
"roar!"
The vulture let out a piercing scream, spread its wings suddenly, and shot countless feathers at Ye Changsheng like arrows.
Ye Changsheng quickly used his body skills to dodge, and at the same time quickly formed a seal, and a fire dragon spurted out from his palm to meet the feathers.
"boom!"
The fire dragon collided with the feather, and a violent explosion erupted.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, Ye Changsheng once again drove the flying sword and used the golden spear technique at the same time. Dozens of golden lights condensed into sharp spears and pierced the vulture together with the flying sword.
The vulture let out a painful scream and was stabbed in many places, bleeding profusely.
However, this fierce monster did not back down, but became more and more violent.
It swooped down suddenly, its claws going straight to Ye Changsheng's face.
At the critical moment, Ye Changsheng performed the wooden cage technique, and dozens of thick vines emerged out of thin air, entangled the vulture's claws.
However, the vulture was extremely powerful and broke free from the vines in a few strokes.
The battle fell into a stalemate. Although Ye Changsheng had just advanced to the early stage of the Purple Mansion, his cultivation was not as good as this third-level inferior vulture after all.
He controlled the flying boat to dodge while performing various spells to counterattack, but he could never gain the upper hand.
"Huh!"
The vulture's claws brushed against Ye Changsheng's sleeves and almost scratched him.
Ye Changsheng was shocked and knew that he had reached a critical moment.
At this moment, he suddenly remembered the magic sand gourd he had just obtained.
"Well, let me use you to test the power of this new magic weapon!"
Ye Changsheng gritted his teeth, took out the magic sand gourd, and infused spiritual power.
A large amount of black magic sand was instantly ejected from the gourd mouth, like a black torrent, sweeping towards the vulture.
The vulture seemed to sense the danger and wanted to dodge, but it was too late.
"Hiss!"
With a shrill scream, the vulture was swallowed by the magic sand.
Ye Changsheng stared in amazement, and saw that the magic sand was like countless tiny insects, quickly eroding the vulture's body.
In just a few breaths, this powerful monster turned into a pile of bones, and then even the bones were corroded.
