Transmigration: A person in a martial arts world, cultivating to ascend to immortality

These man-eating vines, which sent chills down everyone's spines, were exactly what Jiang Yuchuan was interested in.

Although this man-eating vine preys on all living things that enter its territory, it does so out of instinct, not because of any mutation or the development of intelligence.

Even so, it still met Jiang Yuchuan's requirements for the rare and exotic flowers and herbs he had been searching for.

This naturally aggressive plant is perfect for cultivation as a companion spirit within one's own Qi Sea.

With that thought in mind, Jiang Yuchuan quickly manipulated his spiritual power, seized a small section of vine, and stored it in his spiritual pearl space.

After breaking through to the Golden Core stage, his understanding of the "Azure Origin Creation Technique" naturally reached a new level.

Therefore, this short section is sufficient.

After achieving their goal, Jiang Yuchuan immediately led Yan Guang and slowly moved out of the oasis.

Although these man-eating vines are terrifying and troublesome, their range is limited to the oasis. Once they leave the oasis, these vines will immediately stop attacking.

Therefore, with everyone's combined efforts and cooperation, they finally escaped the oasis after about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.

The crowd watched from afar as the vines gradually ceased their attack after losing their target, still feeling lingering fear.

In the short time it takes for an incense stick to burn, this oasis has swallowed up more than fifty people!

Of these fifty-odd people, more than half died under the vines, while the remaining small number were poisoned by the stinger of the golden-tailed scorpion that took advantage of the situation.

After a short rest, the group continued their journey.

No one will stop moving forward because of the dead.

For those venturing into the heart of the desolate desert, death is an ever-present threat.

During the next ten days or so of travel, Jiang Yuchuan took advantage of the rest time while avoiding sandstorms to successfully refine the small section of man-eating vine in the Spirit Pearl space and nurture it in his Qi Sea.

The small section of man-eating vine is no longer the same as when Jiang Yuchuan first took it. It has turned into a small section of black and red bud, growing quietly near the Golden Silk Green Thunder Vine.

With the spiritual energy of the Golden Silk Green Thunder Vine nourishing it, this small man-eating vine will soon grow and be able to be used by Jiang Yuchuan.

Yan Guang, who was standing nearby, noticed the change in Jiang Yuchuan's expression, so he leaned closer with curiosity and asked:

"Young Master Jiang seems to be in an exceptionally good mood today?"

Jiang Yuchuan nodded and smiled without denying it, "My cultivation has only improved a little, it's nothing serious."

This answer wasn't just a casual, evasive lie.

After successfully refining the man-eating vine, his cultivation level did indeed increase.

"This is wonderful news! Congratulations!"

Yan Guang's eyes lit up immediately, and he smiled and clasped his hands in congratulations.

Jiang Yuchuan glanced at the beaming eyes, raised an eyebrow and smiled, "My cultivation has broken through, but Elder Yan seems even happier than I am."

Yan Guang chuckled, "Young Master Jiang is the only friend I've made in all these years in the Great Wilderness Desert who has a life-or-death bond with me. Hearing that Young Master Jiang's cultivation has improved, I am naturally overjoyed from the bottom of my heart!"

Jiang Yuchuan smiled but didn't say anything.

Yan Guang seemed to have thought of something, his smile faded slightly, and he moved a little closer to Jiang Yuchuan, whispering:

"Young Master Jiang, have you noticed that the group's pace seems to have slowed down a lot lately, and that Qu Ziming spends a long time every night looking up at the sky?"

"Is Elder Yan worried that Qu Ziming discovered something but didn't tell us?"

Jiang Yuchuan directly voiced Yan Guang's concerns.

Yan Guang nodded, seemingly worried, and replied, "Although I haven't studied stargazing much, I'm not completely ignorant either. These past few nights, I've secretly observed the stars in the night sky and discovered that the positions of several guiding stars seem to have shifted."

"A shift in the celestial alignment?" Jiang Yuchuan asked. "Is there some explanation for this?"

"The shift in celestial alignments has both positive and negative aspects. As for which aspect it is in the current situation, I can't say for sure; perhaps only Qu Ziming himself knows."

Yan Guang thought for a moment and then said, "Although I cannot discern whether the current astrological signs are auspicious or inauspicious, I have noticed that the facial features of many people have changed after the guiding star shifted!"

Jiang Yuchuan glanced at the group of people walking ahead. "Judging from Elder Yan's tone, the changes in these people's appearances seem to be quite bad."

“Indeed.” Yan Guang frowned and said in a deep voice, “A face shrouded in black is an ominous sign! Those with this appearance often face a near-death experience!”

"A narrow escape from death?"

Jiang Yuchuan said calmly, "Since entering this desolate desert, haven't we faced countless life-or-death situations? Now that we've come this far, no matter what dangers lie ahead, I don't think these people will give up. We might as well go with the flow, and meet each challenge head-on."

“Young Master Jiang is right. Now that we’ve come this far, no one will give up because of dangers that haven’t even appeared yet.”

Yan Guang sighed, "I hope the calamity ahead won't be too dangerous..."

In the blink of an eye, several more days have passed.

Late that night, Qu Ziming, who was walking at the front, suddenly stopped. After confirming the information on the compass in his hand several times, he turned around and said to the leaders of the various forces:

"According to the compass, the ruins of the ancient Beirong Kingdom are located in this area."

"Right around here?"

Ning Xiangfei frowned involuntarily upon hearing this. Looking around, all he could see was endless yellow sand, without even a single large sand dune.

Qu Ziming glanced at Ning Xiangfei and explained earnestly, "The Northern Rong Kingdom was swallowed up by the yellow sand a thousand years ago. We are standing on this sandy land now, so we can't find any clues."

"Mr. Qu means we should start digging down into this sandy area?"

The question was asked by a master from the Gongsun family.

Qu Ziming nodded and replied, "This is the only clumsy method we have right now."

After a moment of silence, the major powers immediately instructed their men to relay the message to the large group of independent cultivators behind them.

Qu Ziming did not provide a specific range, so they could only dig as far outward as possible to avoid any misalignment.

At this moment, the true value of the numerous independent cultivators is finally revealed.

Upon hearing this news, the independent cultivators immediately began to complain.

Despite the complaints, no one stood idly by. They all brandished their weapons, each choosing a spot and digging with all their might.

They are just one step away from finding the ancient kingdom's treasure, and no matter how hard or tiring it is, they will not give up.

Yan Guang couldn't help but chuckle as he watched these martial artists, who were usually arrogant and powerful, now digging in the ground with their weapons in the air.

"If this scene were to get out, people would probably laugh their heads off."

After a moment of reflection, Yan Guang drew his longsword.

Just as he bent down, preparing to move, he saw Jiang Yuchuan standing motionless beside him.

"Young Master Jiang, you—"

Before Yan Guang could finish his question, Jiang Yuchuan said, "There's no need for that. Something else will help us dig in this sandy area."

"—Other things?"

Yan Guang was taken aback at first, then immediately reacted, straightened up with a wary expression, and moved closer to Jiang Yuchuan.

"What exactly are the other things that Young Master Jiang is referring to?"

Before Jiang Yuchuan could give an answer, the ground began to shake violently.