Sage of Humanity-Chapter 1507 - 1505: Changes on Unparalleled Island

Under the influence of that mystical mist, Lu Ye could clearly feel his own spirit force being squeezed and refined. This should be the source that allows a cultivator's internal force to transform from spirit force to mana, and once the internal spirit force fully transforms to mana, the cultivator has the foundation to advance to Moon Jade.

Lu Ye had just recently advanced to the Constellation Late Stage, and since his advancement, he hadn't engaged in much proper cultivation. The essence of his marrow was far from being refined to perfection, and he had a long way to go before reaching Moon Jade.

However, if the spirit force within him could become more condensed, it would be beneficial for him, at least the difficulty of advancing to Moon Jade in the future would be greatly reduced.

Therefore, although Lu Ye felt pressured, he did not retreat and continued to move upward.

Step by step, Lu Ye progressed slowly.

It wasn't until a day later that Lu Ye finished ascending the last dozen or so steps and reached the highest point.

In front of him was the mystical stone cauldron. It wasn't large, only the size of a water tank, just sitting atop the highest step.

Lowering his head to gaze into it, he could clearly see the peculiar mist being derived from the stone cauldron, just as he had thought earlier, this stone cauldron was indeed the source of the supernatural of this place.

He stretched out his arms, hugging the stone cauldron, trying to lift it, but it didn't budge an inch.

Increasing his strength, he still couldn't move it at all.

Lu Ye couldn't help but feel strange, upon observing it closely, it appeared that the stone cauldron wasn't connected to the steps at all, yet it seemed to be grown together.

Not willing to give up, he summoned the Dragon Throne to try again, but still couldn't move it.

Lu Ye felt a bit disappointed. As expected, if such an object could be moved, it wouldn't have been left here all this time. Ban Ci would have found a way to take it away long ago.

The stone cauldron couldn't be moved, and the mystical mist derived from it had already been consumed. It's uncertain when it would be restored again, so there was no reason to linger around.

Lu Ye exited the cave following the path he came, summoned the starboat, confirmed his direction, and flew towards the depths of stellar space.

He came with someone, but upon return, he was alone, which was unavoidable. Speaking of which, Ban Ci invited him over this time to help keep guard, to prevent disturbances while she was undergoing her own spirit force transformation. Unexpectedly, an incident occurred.

The agreed upon reward from before was likely out of the question now...

Fortunately, he intentionally recorded the route on his way here, otherwise he'd be clueless on how to return now.

It took less than three months to come, and a similar amount of time to return.

The journey was monotonous and tedious.

When Lu Ye finally returned to the All Phenomena Ocean and reached Unparalleled Island, he almost thought he had come to the wrong place. Taking out the star map and comparing it carefully, he confirmed that the Spirit Island before him was indeed Unparalleled Island.

Compared to when he left half a year ago, Unparalleled Island had clearly undergone a massive transformation.

On top of the Spirit Island, streets crisscrossed, and shops stood in rows, with cultivators constantly coming and going. While not as bustling as the top-class Spirit Island of All Phenomena Island, it was still quite lively.

Especially outside one particular shop, cultivators were queuing in a long line. Strangely, the shop's doors were closed, clearly not open for business.

Lu Ye looked at the signboard above the shop and saw five large characters written on it.

As-Close-As-Siblings Workshop!

Lu Ye immediately understood what the shop was selling.

Evidently, Chu Shen was implementing the plan he had mentioned earlier, putting the As-Close-As-Siblings Array Disc up for sale to gather popularity for Unparalleled Island. From the current results, it was undoubtedly a success.

In the All Phenomena Ocean, there are countless Constellations, but there aren't many treasures that can significantly enhance a team's strength. The As-Close-As-Siblings Array Disc is the most well-known among them. Though a few top forces have started selling this item, the quantities are limited and the prices are steep.

It's safe to say, any force putting up the banner of selling the array discs can gather a large crowd in a short time. Those cultivators lined up in long queues are here for just this reason.

Unparalleled Island clearly has positioned itself on a fast track, and these cultivators, attracted by the array discs, became the popularity of Unparalleled Island. With popularity, naturally, there would be trade, making it easy to attract major forces to establish shops on Unparalleled Island.

Looking at it now, there are many shops on Unparalleled Island, though most are still vacant, with only a small portion opened for business. This isn't much of a problem; as long as the popularity of Unparalleled Island can be maintained, and more forces keep a cooperating relationship with Unparalleled Island, then it will become increasingly difficult for anyone to target this place in the future.

In countless years of the All Phenomena Ocean, no Spirit Island has ever risen in prominence as quickly as Unparalleled Island, making it a pioneering instance.

Lu Ye also saw docks at three different locations on Unparalleled Island, where cultivators coming from outside must pass through to enter.

However, unlike All Phenomena Island, Unparalleled Island is currently in the phase of gathering popularity, so no spirit jade is being collected at the docks.

Lu Ye naturally didn't need to pass through the docks to enter. With the inscription tablet of Unparalleled Island on him, he was considered one of Unparalleled Island's people and could pass through the protective array to enter directly.

The moment he entered the big array, Chu Shen, who was negotiating cooperation with a group of forces' representatives, sensed it. He couldn't help but feel delighted, although he couldn't leave just yet, so he could only quicken the pace of the negotiations.

After half a year away, Lu Ye discovered that the stellar space energy on Unparalleled Island was much richer than when he left. Although it was still at the level of a mid-class Spirit Island, as long as this momentum was maintained, it shouldn't be long before it reached the level of a high-class Spirit Island.

By then, the value of Unparalleled Island would be even greater.

At this point, Lu Ye's original plan to use the Small Constellation Palace to create a Spirit Island was a complete success. However, what Unparalleled Island would eventually become remains to be seen over time.

A high-class Spirit Island was not far off, but whether it could become a top-class Spirit Island like All Phenomena Island was particularly uncertain. Since a top-class Spirit Island involved a Spirit Jade Vein, Lu Ye was not sure if the Small Constellation Palace could achieve such a level.

Not in a hurry to return to his cave, Lu Ye, being idle, wandered around the shops.

Previously, if he wanted to buy something, he would generally go to All Phenomena Island. However, if Unparalleled Island had enough shops and goods in the future, it would be more convenient for him to purchase whatever he needed here.

After wandering for half a day, Lu Ye found that the variety of shops on Unparalleled Island was already quite diverse, with some atmosphere, although there was still a big gap compared to All Phenomena Island. But this was just the beginning, and at least all the necessities for cultivators' daily cultivation were available here on Unparalleled Island.

There were also quite a few cultivators buying and selling in the shops.

The cultivators of Unparalleled Island patrolled around, maintaining the peace of this island. However, with someone like Tang Jun, a Moon Jade Mid-Stage, overseeing things, no one would casually cause trouble, lest they bring trouble upon themselves.

So, although Unparalleled Island was quite popular now, everything was in order.

After strolling for a while, Lu Ye finally returned to his cave.

Thanks to Chu Shen's prior planning, the latter half of Unparalleled Island was not open to the public, so it remained quiet here.

In no time, Chu Shen ran over excitedly, "Big brother!"

Lu Ye nodded slightly, praising him, "Well done!"

Chu Shen grinned, "It's all thanks to your great support, big brother!"

If it weren't for Lu Ye allowing him to bring Little Dumb and Little Crooked to stay here, Unparalleled Island wouldn't concern him at all. Not to mention that the island's current popularity was largely due to the As-Close-As-Siblings Array Disc attracting people.

Without the array disc provided by Lu Ye, Unparalleled Island would just be an ordinary Spirit Island. With the disc, Chu Shen had the opportunity to develop Unparalleled Island into its current state.

Chu Shen didn't come to claim credit but to report on Unparalleled Island's development over the past six months to Lu Ye.

Lu Ye wasn't interested in these matters; instead, he took out a storage ring and handed it to him.

On the way back, Lu Ye did nothing else but derive spirit runes and refine array discs.

Chu Shen received it, checked it, and his face lit up with joy. Without any ceremony, he gladly accepted it and then said, "Big brother, although there's some income from selling array discs and revenue from the shops, I plan to keep these funds to develop Unparalleled Island first. I'll share the profits with you once we have more. What do you think?"

"Unparalleled Island indeed needs money now; you decide for yourself." Although Lu Ye recently needed to spend some spirit jade, the development of Unparalleled Island was undoubtedly more important.

"Then I'll proceed according to my plan!"

Lu Ye seemingly asked offhandedly, "Has Ban Ci returned?"

Chu Shen replied, "Yes, she's back! I asked her earlier why she didn't return with you. She said you were delayed by something."

Chu Shen knew about Ban Ci leaving with Lu Ye. When she left, Ban Ci had specifically informed Chu Shen.

Mentioning Ban Ci, Chu Shen lowered his voice, "Big brother, what's Senior Sister Ban Ci's background? Did you learn anything about her during your journey together? Was she sent by my mother?"

Lu Ye shook his head, "Not sure, and I haven't asked. If you want to know, ask her yourself."

Chu Shen frowned, "It's hard to ask."

Lu Ye didn't understand what he was worried about and asked again, "What about Piao Ke?"

He hadn't sensed Piao Ke's aura. As for the specter...that guy had been sent to the Merfolk Territory by him, and without Lu Ye taking him, he couldn't come back. But Piao Ke, Lu Ye hadn't seen any sign of him and wondered where he had gone.

Chu Shen had a slightly strange expression, "Senior Brother Piao seems to be dodging trouble!"

"Dodging what trouble?" Lu Ye was puzzled.

Chu Shen explained, "Senior Brother Piao has an arranged marriage, and not long ago, the suitor came looking for him, so he ran away!"

Lu Ye was taken aback. He thought, Could Piao Ke's betrothed be unattractive? Otherwise, why run away?