The aura released by the blue vortex sent a shiver down Jiang Li's spine.
As the blue vortex appeared, the surrounding roaring sounds began to dissipate.
The entire mountaintop gradually returned to a state of calm, as if the cataclysmic tremors had never occurred.
Gazing at the blue vortex ahead, Jiang Li unleashed his spiritual power to probe it.
Confirming there was no danger, Jiang Li, with the Nightmare Beast in tow, leaped into the blue vortex.
After Jiang Li entered the blue vortex, it slowly closed. The surrounding rubble reassembled, forming a unique pattern on the stones.
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"I never expected the secret treasury of a Quasi-Emperor of the Heavenly Extremes to look like this!"
Within the vortex, a massive crystal palace materialized before Jiang Li, its surface shimmering with brilliant, cascading light.
The dazzling radiance was almost blinding.
The spiritual energy within the vortex was exceptionally abundant, and remarkably pure, its quality rivaling that of Saint Crystals, or even surpassing it.
The power of the Heaven-Devouring Divine Body within Jiang Li's Myriad Laws Immortal Body began to operate spontaneously, drawing the surrounding pure spiritual energy towards him like an surging tide.
Jiang Li's spiritual energy surged, and the Supreme Seal within his body trembled slightly, as if on the cusp of a transformation.
"Breakthrough," Jiang Li's eyes narrowed.
He had previously absorbed the numerous Inverse Immortal Blood and vast cultivation resources from the Inverse Immortal Sect's protectors. Jiang Li's cultivation had already reached the peak of the first level of the Supreme Realm, just a single step away from the second.
Now, with the assistance of the abundant pure spiritual energy from the secret treasury, his cultivation was rapidly climbing, pushing towards the second level of the Supreme Realm.
Next, Jiang Li sat cross-legged before the crystal palace, circulating his [Cycle Immortal Scripture]. Under the scripture's guidance, vast amounts of pure spiritual energy surged towards the region where his Supreme Seal resided.
Beyond comprehending the power of laws, the most crucial aspect of the Supreme Realm was the Supreme Seal within one's body.
Cultivation in the Supreme Realm was essentially the process of refining the Supreme Seal. Once sufficient spiritual energy was absorbed, the Supreme Seal would undergo a metamorphosis.
Currently, there was a golden stripe on Jiang Li's Supreme Seal. As spiritual energy continued to pour in, a new golden stripe began to form.
Once the second golden stripe on the Supreme Seal was fully formed, it would signify Jiang Li's breakthrough to the second level of the Supreme Realm.
"Rumble!!!"
Five hours later, an immensely powerful aura erupted from Jiang Li, a ferocious spirit circulating around him, almost suppressing the entire space.
The secret treasury space trembled slightly under the might of Jiang Li's aura.
"Breakthrough, second level of the Supreme Realm!"
Jiang Li slowly opened his eyes, a subtle golden light glinting within them.
A surge of power coursed through his body. The second golden stripe on his Supreme Seal had been fully formed.
This meant Jiang Li's cultivation had indeed reached the second level of the Supreme Realm.
"Congratulations, Master, on your successful breakthrough!" the Nightmare Beast said respectfully after seeing Jiang Li's advancement.
Jiang Li nodded, a hint of joy on his face.
Simultaneously, a sense of exasperation washed over him. So much effort and resources had been expended to break through just one level.
The downside of possessing such immense innate potential was that each breakthrough required an astronomical amount of resources, far exceeding that of others at the same stage.
He couldn't even fathom what it would take to reach the Quasi-Emperor, let alone the Great Emperor realm.
Even with the Life Script System, Jiang Li felt it was still a distant prospect.
However, with such immense potential came powerful transformations with each breakthrough. Although it was only a single level's advancement, Jiang Li felt his strength had more than doubled.
This was an advantage incomparable to other cultivators.
"I hope this secret treasury of the Heavenly Extremes Quasi-Emperor doesn't disappoint," Jiang Li mused, his gaze returning to the crystal palace ahead.
"Let's go take a look. What treasures lie within the secret treasury of this Heavenly Extremes Quasi-Emperor?" Jiang Li took a deep breath and said to the Nightmare Beast.
With that, the two slowly walked into the crystal palace.
The crystal palace was immense, filled with shimmering light. All sorts of precious ornaments and spiritual plants were arranged around, adorning the opulent hall.
"As expected of a top-tier artifact refiner, truly wealthy!" Jiang Li remarked as he began to collect everything around him.
He swept up all the precious items and spiritual plants.
If the palace itself could be moved, Jiang Li would have taken that as well.
"Of course. Artifact refiners and alchemists are the wealthiest professions on the Ancient Desolate Continent, always rolling in dough!" the Nightmare Beast chimed in enviously.
Weapons and pills were core resources for cultivators, essential for everyone.
Those capable of refining top-grade pills and divine weapons were always honored guests of major powers, wielding immense influence and wealth.
For a master artifact refiner like the Heavenly Extremes Quasi-Emperor, who could forge half-Emperor artifacts, his wealth was comparable to that of some Holy Lands.
After ransacking the areas, Jiang Li soon reached the depths of the palace.
Deeper within the palace, the spiritual energy was even more concentrated. Terrifying formations seemed to guard the inner regions.
However, these formations were mere decorations before Jiang Li's Great Void Technique, easily bypassed.
Passing through the guardian formations, Jiang Li arrived at the very deepest part of the crystal palace. Here, the spiritual energy was almost tangible.
Not only was the spiritual energy exceptionally pure, but there was also a chilling aura, with sharp, piercing intent constantly flowing.
The deepest part of the palace contained a grand hall, its doors tightly shut, seemingly without any formations guarding them.
"Closing the door at the most crucial point?" Jiang Li's eyes narrowed. He then drew the Panwu Divine Sword and unleashed a terrifyingly peerless sword light.
"Swish!!!"
The sword light struck the grand hall's door, creating a violent clang. However, the door remained undamaged, the potent sword light having no effect.
"It can actually withstand the power of my Panwu Divine Sword!" Jiang Li's eyes narrowed.
"Whoosh whoosh whoosh!!!"
Just as Jiang Li prepared to unleash a more formidable divine ability to force the door open, a faint humming sound suddenly emanated from the door.
With a flash of light, an incredibly profound pattern appeared on the grand hall's door.
This pattern seemed to contain supreme martial intent, exuding an immensely powerful aura. The dense martial intent caused Jiang Li to feel a slight sense of pressure.
At the same time, the Heavenly Extremes Sun and Moon Pagoda within Jiang Li's spatial ring spontaneously flew out, shining brilliantly before him.
"This pattern, it's the true intent diagram of the Heavenly Extremes Nine Revolutions secret art!" Jiang Li's eyes lit up.