The Illusory Realm Stone, the Spirit Condensing Pill, and the Celestial Illusion Star Compass were each exceptional items.

For him, who cultivated the profound mystery of Space, once the Illusory Realm Stone was successfully refined, it could instantly form a miniature world to bind an opponent, or it could detonate that small world to crush or severely wound the enemy.

The Illusory Realm Stone was extraordinarily useful; wielded correctly, it could even slay those in the Immortal Realm! The Spirit Condensing Pill could instantly restore power; swallowing one meant divine energy surged, vitality renewed, making it a potent weapon in combat! Of course, the most precious item was the Celestial Illusion Star Compass.

This Star Compass, tempered by the Profound Heaven Clan, seemed to encompass the sea of stars, with clusters of nebulae representing vast, boundless stellar river regions.

With this compass, he finally had direction, no longer wandering aimlessly.

More importantly, the Celestial Illusion Star Compass contained detailed annotations for every special area, explaining its intricacies.

For instance, his current location was described in common tongue within the compass: Territory of the Dragon Lizard Clan, a second-rate racial force.

The leader, the Dragon Lizard, is the second generation of the Primal Being "Xi," at the peak of the Immortal Realm, just shy of comprehending the profound truth of dark energy to break through to the Domain Ancestor level.

The Dragon Lizard has some ties with Xinge of the Soul Clan; the actual situation is unknown...

For every specific location, the Profound Heaven Clan had similar descriptions.

Henceforth, when Shi Yan and Audrey moved through the Sea of Void, they could truly know themselves and their enemy, understanding the situation of special regions, allowing them to preemptively avoid danger and seek safe routes.

These unique records of the Profound Heaven Clan were immeasurable in value.

Tu Shiqi, in a deliberate effort to curry favor with him, had actually offered up the Celestial Illusion Star Compass.

Such magnanimity and breadth of spirit deeply impressed Shi Yan.

And so it was.

His perception of the Profound Heaven Clan had turned surprisingly favorable.

“Um… esteemed seniors, there is one matter I hope you will pay attention to.” Audrey, momentarily lost in surprise, now raised her delicate eyebrows and spoke softly while the rapport between the parties was warm: “The fierce soul named Ming Hong, refined by Xinge of the Soul Clan, is actually an ancestor of my people, and he knows the gate to our Desolate Domain.

If you can slay Xinge, I beg you to…” She paused, glancing at Shi Yan, for she knew his words carried the true weight.

Shi Yan’s expression shifted; he reacted immediately, stating gravely, “What my wife says is precisely what I intended to convey.

That Ming Hong is a warrior from the Desolate Domain.

He knows our domain gate, and the two of us… are lost, unsure how to return.

Only through Ming Hong can we find our way back to the Desolate Domain.” Ya Yun had already viewed him and Audrey as a young couple.

If he and Audrey distanced themselves, this old man and Ya Yun would never have taken Audrey’s suggestion seriously, nor would they have regarded her as significant.

After all, Audrey was only at the first layer of the Initial God Realm, and she didn't possess the dark energy that he did.

To the Profound Heaven Clan, Audrey was far too ordinary to warrant any notice.

Only by linking her to him would they possibly pay her any heed.

Audrey was as sharp as ice and snow.

She understood that Shi Yan’s use of the term "wife" was purely to ensure she received the respect she deserved.

However, having never been addressed this way by a man in her life, her heart momentarily became a chaotic mess.

While she maintained an outwardly calm demeanor, raging tides churned within.

But she offered no rebuttal.

Feigning composure, she tacitly accepted the designation, clearly recognizing the reality of the situation.

Indeed, upon hearing she was Shi Yan’s wife, Tu Shiqi, who had previously never given her a direct look, let out a knowing smile, his eyes narrowing as he said, “Your cultivated mystery is similar to that of the Soul Clan; you require a powerful soul to enhance your strength.

Well, I happen to have a few excellent souls; consider them a welcoming gift.” A spherical ball of jade green flew from Tu Shiqi’s sleeve.

Soul clouds churned within the sphere, occasionally emitting faint sounds of soul-cries.

The ball rolled forward and settled toward Audrey.

Audrey’s heart fluttered.

She gazed dazedly at the jade-green sphere and tentatively asked, “Five Initial God souls?” Tu Shiqi chuckled, nodding, “Two at the first layer of Initial God, two at the second, and one at the third.

Yes, all are souls of Soul Clan members.

Their souls are renowned across the Star Sea for their might.

I haven't erased their consciousness; I take them out occasionally to torment them.

If you have the ability to strip their soul consciousness and mysteries, it will greatly benefit your cultivation breakthrough.” The Profound Heaven Clan and the Soul Clan had always been at odds, a fact evident from the battles between Tu Shiqi’s couple and Xinge.

Tu Shiqi, being a third-layer Immortal, found slaying mere Initial God Realm Soul Clan members effortless.

Imprisoning their souls and tormenting them was a means of venting his frustration.

Shi Yan concentrated his senses and felt the weight of the gift, his expression solemn.

“Senior, the gift you bestow upon my wife is truly too significant.

I hardly know how to express my gratitude.” Those five Soul Clan souls were even more precious than the three he had previously traded for with Wind and Thunder Stones, precisely because the memories and consciousness of these five had not been wiped clean.

If Audrey could refine them and strip their mystery and memories, it would be akin to gaining insight into the Soul Clan’s unique cultivation mysteries.

The Soul Clan, as one of the Seven Great Races, had always led in soul cultivation.

The Nether Emperor Clan itself was created using the Soul Clan as a standard, showcasing the peculiar nature of the Soul Clan.

If Audrey could refine those five souls one by one, breaking through to the Immortal Realm was even a possibility! This gift was immeasurably precious to Audrey! He looked at Audrey and saw her delicate body trembling, her cold eyes suddenly alight with dazzling brilliance.

Then, he watched as Audrey’s jade hand trembled as she accepted the jade-green soul sphere, immediately linking her arm through his, flashing a dazzling smile as she said, “Thank you, seniors, for this generous gift.

I will help you keep a close watch on him and ensure he walks alongside your Profound Heaven Clan!” “You are a very pleasing young woman, haha!” Tu Shiqi roared with laughter.

To him, five Soul Clan souls were insignificant, far less valuable than the Celestial Illusion Star Compass.

But gaining Audrey’s goodwill, and perhaps subtly influencing Shi Yan through her, was definitely a worthwhile trade.

At worst, if Audrey refined the souls of Soul Clan members, she would inevitably become opposed to the Soul Clan, meaning Shi Yan would certainly fall out with the Soul Clan and become their mortal enemy.

Establishing an enemy who could become a future Domain Ancestor level threat to the Soul Clan was a clear win for the Profound Heaven Clan, no matter how one looked at it.

“We will keep an eye out for that fierce soul named Ming Hong, but the probability is low.

Our combined strength can only match Xinge; killing him is simply impossible.

We are only at the third layer of the Immortal Realm, while he is at the peak.

This matter requires long-term planning,” Ya Yun stated.

Audrey sighed softly.

Shi Yan, however, was more philosophical, feeling that having the Celestial Illusion Star Compass in hand, it was fine if he couldn't return to the Desolate Domain immediately.

The Sea of Void had offered him too many marvels.

He believed that reaching profound cultivation levels here would allow him to achieve great things upon returning to the Desolate Domain.

With his current strength, even returning now, he wouldn't be a match for any Primal Being.

“By the way, seniors, do you know how to refine a Primal Artifact?” Shi Yan asked after a long period of contemplation.

That three-legged giant cauldron always gave him a strange feeling.

The object had been hidden inside the meteorite, traveling from a great distance.

It should now be inside the Dragon Lizard’s belly.

The Dragon Lizard was a peak Immortal expert; could it have noticed nothing? That three-legged cauldron was clearly intentional.

Did it possess some deeper significance within the Dragon Lizard’s abdomen? He was starting to feel that the matter was unusual.

That faint connection he felt with the cauldron was gradually weakening, seeming like it would soon be severed.

“Refining a Primal Artifact?” Tu Shiqi was taken aback.

“Why do you ask such a thing?” Shi Yan frowned deeply, his heart wrestling with hesitation.

After a long while, he finally said, “Your magnanimity commands my respect, Senior.

I shall explain an incident we encountered on our journey.

On the way here, we…” He recounted encountering the three-legged jade cauldron.

In his estimation, refining that Primal Artifact seemed impossible now, as it was already within the Dragon Lizard’s stomach, and he couldn't retrieve it.

Even if he managed to obtain it, refining it would be difficult.

Better, perhaps, to inquire about the origin of that Primal Artifact.

Surprisingly, as he spoke, Tu Shiqi and Ya Yun remained silent for a long time, their faces etched with profound shock.

After a lengthy pause, Ya Yun took a deep breath.

“It seems the Soul Clan has nefarious intentions toward the Dragon Lizard and has already struck in secret.

If the Dragon Lizard continues to remain neutral in this matter, he is finished.” Tu Shiqi’s eyes were thoughtful.

Seeing Shi Yan’s confusion, he explained, “That three-legged giant cauldron, if I’m not mistaken, is the supreme treasure of a Domain Ancestor expert from the Soul Clan.

It must have been borrowed by Xinge to deal with the Dragon Lizard, concealed subtly until it fell into the Dragon Lizard’s belly within the meteorite.

Once the Dragon Lizard refuses to comply, that three-legged giant cauldron will suck away the Dragon Lizard’s soul to enhance its own power.” “The Dragon Lizard likely remains unaware of this,” Ya Yun’s eyes brightened.

“Old Man, we now benefit from this child’s presence and know of this matter.

Can we inform the Dragon Lizard now, perhaps retrieve it, and thus persuade him to join us against Xinge?” “This matter has great potential!” Tu Shiqi was energized as well.

“If we can convince the Dragon Lizard to join our couple against Xinge, and we ambush him with preparation, there is a high chance of slaying Xinge! If that happens, the Ming Hong from your Desolate Domain can also be successfully freed from Xinge’s control.” Ya Yun was extremely animated, flexing her fists and humming, “If Xinge dies, it will be a heavy blow to the Soul Clan.

And the Dragon Lizard… by involving himself in this, he will surely align himself with our Profound Heaven Clan.” “Little brother, you truly are our lucky star.

It seems meeting you is our good fortune,” Tu Shiqi laughed heartily, then added, “Well, the matter of meeting the Dragon Lizard, you should take the lead.

We are not suited to be too conspicuous.” “Me taking the lead?” Shi Yan was surprised.

“Just watch.

Before long, the Dragon Lizard Clan will announce that anyone who comprehends the profound mystery of dark energy can meet the Dragon Lizard in person and be eligible to exchange for Immortal Pills.

That Dragon Lizard has been stuck at his current realm for untold years; he dreams of comprehending the mystery of dark energy to break through to the Domain Ancestor realm, and his Immortal Pills will naturally be spent where they count most,” Tu Shiqi said with absolute certainty.

“Very well, I shall run errands for you two seniors,” Shi Yan’s spirit stirred, and he agreed immediately.