Bachelor [EN]: Chapter 949

Tianji Zi added,

“Not only that, but later on, there will be countless instances of people killing each other and plundering treasures! However, the most dangerous thing there is not anything else but the ‘Cold Moon Realm’ itself. Although immortals have never appeared, it’s said that ancient spirit beasts beyond imagination emerge.

If you happen to encounter an ancient spirit beast with a decent temperament, you can just avoid it from a distance, but if you get caught by a ferocious spirit beast, it will be difficult to survive. Moreover, if you accidentally touch the powerful restrictions left by the immortals, you can consider yourself dead in nine out of ten cases. That’s why the number of cultivators returning is less than half.”

Han Li’s expression had darkened from the beginning. He pondered for a while before asking,

“I’d like to know, when and how was the Cold Moon Realm discovered, and since when have the Cold Moon Tokens been used?”

“That question is difficult for us to answer accurately. It is said that the Cold Moon Realm was discovered by various races a very long time ago, to the point where the specific era is unknown. At that time, a large-scale war involving various races broke out, and it is said that they used the treasures of the Profound Heavens [powerful artifacts].

It is said that while several treasures of the Profound Heavens collided, they accidentally opened a passage connecting the Cold Moon Realm and this place! It is even more unknown when the Cold Moon Tokens appeared. After the Cold Moon Realm appeared, the Cold Moon Tokens also appeared one after another, and there were more than a thousand at first. Over a long period of time, most of them have been damaged, and now only a few remain.”

The benevolent old man slowly continued the story.

“The way to enter and exit the Cold Moon Realm is very unique, so the spirit token you take in must be left there. Once every ten thousand years, the spirit tokens reappear in various places on the Thunderclap Continent in a strange way. Also, the spirit tokens do not transmit anyone above the Saint race [a high cultivation level], so elders cannot enter the Cold Moon Realm. Now, what this old man wants to know is how Cultivator Han obtained this.”

Elder Ma stared directly at Han Li and asked without any emotion. Han Li felt a chill in his heart, but he calmly replied.

“I received this Cold Moon Token from a cultivator of your race with the surname Won. At that time, I was gathered inside a city besieged by the Gakchi race with other cultivators of the same level, and Cultivator Won took out three jade boxes and distributed them one by one.

Before scattering and fleeing, I was asked to deliver it to any of the Thirteen Heavenly Luck Clans, but if it seemed impossible to break through the siege, I was asked to destroy the jade box. Just a moment ago, I opened the jade box out of curiosity and accidentally activated the spirit token.”

“Won, you say! Then it must have been something requested by our clan in charge of the Green Light Star.”

Tianji Zi nodded as if he had expected it to some extent. Seeing that, Han Li felt a little uneasy. At that time, the middle-aged man who had been listening next to him had a bad expression.

“There has been no news that other races in Yunseong have obtained the Cold Moon Token. Then doesn’t that mean that all the other jade boxes have fallen into the hands of the Gakchi race?”

“That’s likely the case. Two Saint race members of the Gakchi race came forward, and a supply warship was dispatched, so it’s a stroke of luck that Cultivator Han escaped with the spirit token.”

Tianji Zi sighed.

“Then things have become difficult. The spirit tokens held by our thirteen clans are about seventeen or eighteen, which is much less than before. Moreover, the number of people entering the Cold Moon Realm from the Gakchi race has increased significantly.”

“It can’t be helped. All the discovered Cold Moon Tokens have been collected. When I heard that five spirit tokens had appeared, I thought it would be a good opportunity for our clan, but suddenly the attack of the Gakchi race ruined everything.”

Elder Ma’s concern made Tianji Zi sigh deeply as well.

“Now that it has come to this, what’s the use of worrying? Cultivator Han, when the Cold Moon Realm opens this time, you will have to go with the cultivators of our Manko clan!”

Elder Ma suddenly turned his head to Han Li and said in an irrefutable tone.

“How can I refuse when a senior says so?”

“Haha, it’s not something to be so disheartened about. Although the Cold Moon Realm is dangerous, it can also be seen as a great opportunity. It’s also an opportunity that most cultivators would envy.”

Tianji Zi smiled kindly.

“Well! I haven’t reached the bottleneck in my cultivation yet, so even if I go in, I won’t be able to enjoy great benefits. Since there’s a 50% chance of dying, honestly, if possible, I would never want to go in.”

Han Li shook his head and muttered gloomily. At his words, Tianji Zi and Elder Ma exchanged glances.

“Only the one who activated the Cold Moon Token can bring others into the Cold Moon Realm. It is a matter of the rise and fall of our thirteen clans, so we can never let a cultivator refuse. Since you brought the spirit token, our Manko clan should give you a generous reward, but we thought that you were already rewarded by activating the spirit token yourself and gaining the qualification to enter the Cold Moon Realm.

But since you don’t want to enter the Cold Moon Realm, you must pay the price for taking the risk! Tell us anything. If the conditions allow, we will grant it.”

Tianji Zi leisurely told him what he wanted to say. Han Li, without showing his pounding heart, revealed what he wanted.

“Perhaps the seniors are already expecting it. I request that after I finish the Cold Moon Realm matter, you allow me to use the intercontinental teleportation array.”

“We will consider the use of the teleportation array. However, you must bear the enormous amount of top-grade spirit stones [currency] required yourself. Also, regarding the teleportation array, our clan cannot make a decision, and we must consult with other races. If other races impose conditions, you must also resolve them.”

Tianji Zi continued calmly.

“If you allow me to use the teleportation array, I will pay for the spirit stones and the cost required for the teleportation. I will also accept the conditions proposed by other races if they are not impossible.”

“Haha, is it okay to answer without thinking so much? How many top-grade spirit stones are needed for intercontinental teleportation! Even a Saint race member would be ruined. I don’t know how much wealth Cultivator Han possesses, but it will be very difficult to gather all the necessary top-grade spirit stones. Why don’t you stay with our Manko clan? Instead of clinging to other continents, if you change the conditions and obtain precious elixirs or medicinal herbs, it will be good for your future cultivation.”

Elder Ma’s eyes lit up as he recommended that he join the Manko clan. Han Li paused for a moment, pondered, and then shook his head.

“I am very grateful for your kindness, seniors, but I have already made up my mind.”

Despite his refusal, the middle-aged man did not feel bad and just nodded.

“Ah, there are so many things I don’t know. When does the Cold Moon Realm open? I want to know in advance and make various preparations.”

Han Li scratched the tip of his nose and asked a question.

“We don’t know the exact time either. Based on past experience, it could open within a few years at the shortest, or we might have to wait about a hundred years at the longest.”

Tianji Zi replied with a smile.

“A hundred years at the longest?”

“Cultivator Han, why are you so surprised? For cultivators like us, a mere hundred years is just a blink of an eye.”

Elder Ma raised his eyebrows and asked back.

“No, it’s just that it’s different from what I expected, so I was a little surprised.”

“Cultivator was originally staying at the inn, right? Since that place has been sealed off, if it’s okay, move your residence to Palun Mountain. I’ll tell them to let you use my east residence. Cultivator Han, focus on your cultivation and wait for the opening of the Cold Moon Realm.”

Tianji Zi made an unexpected proposal. Han Li pondered and accepted his proposal. During the remaining time, Tianji Zi and Elder Ma talked about his origins. However, when Han Li was reluctant to reveal his identity, they did not press him further.

After a while, a burly giant, the third elder of the Manko clan, entered the command hall.

“Not bad. …I haven’t finished refining the elixir yet.”

The giant left a word after looking at Han Li, turned his gaze to Tianji Zi and Elder Ma, and then quickly flew away again. However, Tianji Zi and Elder Ma just laughed as if they couldn’t help it. It seemed that he was such a man by nature.

Han Li was able to get up from his seat only after receiving the Wanribu [a type of farewell gesture] from Elder Ma. And Tianji Zi said that he would discuss the matter of the teleportation array with other races and let him know the results, and that he would also prepare the east residence.

Han Li repeatedly expressed his gratitude and left the main hall, taking a spirit beast carriage and leaving the Manko clan’s mountain fortress. Only Tianji Zi and Elder Ma remained in the main hall.

“What do you think? Is there a possibility that he is a spy sent by the Gakchi race?”

Tianji Zi opened his mouth first.

“A spy is nonsense. To send a spy while handing over the Cold Moon Token to us. Moreover, he also killed several Gakchi race cultivators of the same level on the spot while seeking the Great Armor. If it’s a trick to confuse us, the loss is too great. In fact, even if he becomes a guest elder, he won’t be able to find out the secrets of our clan.”

Elder Ma shook his head without hesitation.

“I think so too. For now, there’s no need to interrogate him with soul-searching techniques. If the other party holds a grudge, it’s just stirring up trouble.”

Tianji Zi agreed and continued.

“Moreover, his combat power is comparable to the top of the late-stage Nascent Soul realm [a high cultivation level]. It would be beneficial for our clan to keep such a talent as a guest elder.”

“But the problem is that he wants to leave the Thunderclap Continent using the teleportation array.”

“Haha, where can you get the top-grade spirit stones needed for teleportation so easily! It’s unknown how many years it will take. It’s something that can be resolved by coaxing him well during that time. If he still wants to leave, then just let him go. It doesn’t matter if we have one more Nascent Soul cultivator or not. There’s no need to forcibly keep him while damaging our clan’s reputation.”

Tianji Zi made a clear conclusion to Elder Ma’s concerns.

“Since Cultivator Tianji Zi has decided so, I will follow.”

“That’s right, and there are many things to discuss about the Gakchi race. These days, the Gakchi race’s advance speed is getting too fast. If there is a Saint race among them, then…”

Tianji Zi changed the subject and began to talk about the war with the Gakchi race.

At that time, Han Li, who was riding in the carriage, got off in a secluded alley not far from Palun Mountain and entered an inn. The inn was similar to an ordinary human building.

He spread a restriction in the room and sat on the bed, recalling his conversation with the Manko clan elders and examining whether there were any problematic points.

Han Li organized his thoughts with a troubled face and regained his composure. On the surface, it was not a disadvantageous deal for him, but the important thing was how dangerous the Cold Moon Realm was.

Fortunately, since cultivators of the Fusion stage [a high cultivation level] cannot enter, there was no need to fear cultivators from other races. If he didn’t act greedy and go around looking for elixirs or treasures, it seemed that he wouldn’t lose his life.

This was the reason why he accepted Tianji Zi’s requests without much hesitation in the command hall. It was just unexpected that the opening of the Cold Moon Realm was still a long way off.

If the Cold Moon Realm really opened a hundred years later, he could cultivate to the peak of the early-stage Nascent Soul realm with the power of the elixir, and he could even aim for the mid-stage realm with the enormous spiritual energy of the Cold Moon Realm.

This was all because he could freely refine the Dragon Ascension Elixir with the help of the mysterious bottle. Other cultivators usually had to undergo arduous training for 500 to 600 years to reach the peak of the early-stage Nascent Soul realm.

Advancing from the Nascent Soul realm to the next realm was incomparably more difficult than the Spirit Transformation realm. The amount of magic power that had to be gathered through cultivation alone was enormous.

In particular, Han Li, who had chosen the path of dual cultivation of body and magic, had more difficulties than those who cultivated other techniques.

*Paa.*

Han Li, who had been sitting quietly, suddenly turned over one hand and took out a white object with layers of red talismans attached to it. It was another jade box containing the Cold Moon Token.

If he had handed this over to Tianji Zi and others, he would have received a great reward. However, the reason why he did not mention another jade box in the command hall was to be cautious.

He wanted to keep the extra spirit token in case it might be used before or after entering the Cold Moon Realm.