If everything within the "Qiankun Domain" were gone, to be frank, Zhong Shenxiu felt a genuine pang of loss! Those were treasures he’d painstakingly acquired by traversing mountains and rivers, expending immense energy and effort—how could he not feel the ache of losing them?

Never mind the countless immortal stones and spiritual herbs inside; his multitude of magical artifacts and tools were all stored there! First and foremost was his immortal sword, "Zhu Ling," a weapon he had wielded for thousands of years! Moreover, it was the first satisfactory weapon he had ever forged! Humans have feelings; if such a thing vanished without a trace, wouldn't he be devastated? Anyone would feel the same way in this situation!

Then there was the supreme artifact for alchemy—the Qiankun Cauldron. Zhong Shenxiu had spent nearly three millennia researching, investing vast sums of immortal stones, and going through countless refinements to finally bring it into existence. This cauldron was one of Zhong Shenxiu’s proudest creations; primarily, it made alchemy significantly less arduous. It fully incorporated the concept of integrated machinery: once the herbs were placed inside and combined with specific incantations, it could mass-produce elixirs. The Qiankun Cauldron played an immeasurable role in Zhong Shenxiu becoming the wealthiest figure in the Cultivation World!

And then there was the incredibly powerful formation-setting artifact—the Shenxian Disk, which also embodied a vast amount of Zhong Shenxiu's dedication. It stored every single formation he knew, whether Taoist, Buddhist, Demonic, or Shamanic... none were missing. Its sheer genius lay in the fact that with just a single thought from Zhong Shenxiu, the formations stored within would deploy instantly. The speed was so unprecedented that no one had yet broken the record he set, because this technology was developed solely by Zhong Shenxiu; others could only look on from afar.

Furthermore, there was the peerless artifact used for subduing demonic beasts and spectral entities—the Chaos Tablet. It contained numerous incredibly powerful beasts and spirits that Zhong Shenxiu had refined. These weren't found by chance; he had personally tracked them down across the vast lands, and many were unique, irreplaceable specimens. If this item were lost, it would be impossible to recreate! Not to mention that the beasts and spirits within were Zhong Shenxiu’s most capable assistants! Given Zhong Shenxiu's usual aloofness and eccentric nature, only these entities kept him company; how could he not grieve their potential loss?

What the narrator mentioned was only a fraction of what was inside the "Qiankun Domain"—there were countless other treasures and curiosities, all symbols of Zhong Shenxiu’s life’s work! For a prodigy like Zhong Shenxiu, the things he collected were guaranteed to be extraordinary!

Returning to the main narrative, although it was summer in this world, after sweating and then sitting still, Zhong Shenxiu began to feel cold (having lost his magical powers, he had lost his innate resistance to the cold).

Finally, having no other choice, Zhong Shenxiu started rummaging through the wreckage. His search was not in vain, as he managed to find a pair of tattered trousers. Although a large section of the trouser legs was shredded into ribbons, fortunately, Zhong Shenxiu was still a child, and once he removed the frayed strips, they fit him a bit long. With his lower half sorted, he began looking for something for his upper body, but after searching for a long time, he only found a shredded, floral blouse clearly meant for a woman.

Wearing second-hand clothes was already at the limit of Zhong Shenxiu’s endurance. Back in the Cultivation World, he was a figure of great stature, receiving lavish gifts almost daily. To think he had sunk to the level of scavenging rags to wear! Now, being asked to wear women’s clothing—he would rather catch a fever and contract swine flu than put it on. So, in the end, with no other option, Zhong Shenxiu decided to go bare-chested for the time being.

Perhaps due to the exertion of physical labor, Zhong Shenxiu began to feel a pang of hunger. This sensation felt utterly marvelous to him. He hadn't experienced hunger in nearly ten thousand years, and this long-lost feeling actually excited him a little. But fate was unkind; this garbage heap held absolutely nothing edible.

However, heaven never closes all doors. Just as Zhong Shenxiu was pondering how to fill his stomach, he noticed a patch of woods about twenty li away. Perhaps he could find some wild fruits or vegetables in there.

With that thought, Zhong Shenxiu resolved to investigate.

But then Zhong Shenxiu became distressed because he realized he had collected far too much "Ghost Stink Grass" and "Ghost Frightener"; he simply couldn't carry it all. Being small meant his strength was also small—this was another unavoidable reality he had to face.

Unexpectedly, all his hard work seemed wasted. In the end, with great reluctance, Zhong Shenxiu discarded most of the haul, keeping only a small, essential portion which he awkwardly draped over his shoulder, and headed toward the woods. At this moment, Zhong Shenxiu felt the importance of the "Qiankun Domain" even more acutely.

Twenty li was not a long distance; it largely depended on one's fortitude. But under Zhong Shenxiu’s feet, it seemed impossibly far. He walked, stopped, walked again, and by the time he reached the edge of the woods, the sky was already darkening into twilight. The inconvenience imposed by his youthful body made him speechless once more!

Dragging his weary body, fueled by a flicker of hope, Zhong Shenxiu entered the forest.

Entering the woods, he was indeed not disappointed, but after only a few steps, he was stunned by what he saw.

Sky-Azure Flower, Three-Star Leaf, Heartbreak Grass, Soul-Chasing Umbrella... What in the world was happening? Was he seeing things? Heavens! There were so many ginseng roots here! Zhong Shenxiu was utterly bewildered!

This world is too mad; even Immortals would become lost here!!

Zhong Shenxiu was starting to suspect this was a hallucination brought on by exhaustion and hunger, otherwise, why would he encounter such genuine, rare treasures everywhere?

Why had no one come to harvest these wonderful items? Were the people of this world all blind?

Actually, it wasn't that the people here were blind; it was simply that they couldn't recognize these treasures. As the saying goes: Fated ones meet across a thousand miles; the un-fated won't recognize each other even face-to-face. Not only did the people of this world fail to recognize these treasures, but they even designated some of them as poisons—how utterly ridiculous!

This perfectly illustrated the saying: If you recognize its worth, it becomes an unparalleled treasure; if you don't, it's barely worth more than trash!

Zhong Shenxiu’s current mental state was: Forget needing the "Qiankun Domain"—how wonderful it would be right now if someone just gave him a storage bracelet!

For Zhong Shenxiu, being surrounded by so many exotic treasures yet unable to take them away was an unbearable feeling, more frustrating than the fact he had transmigrated into this child's body.

With complicated emotions, Zhong Shenxiu continued forward. As he went deeper into the woods, he noticed the value of the flora was steadily increasing. For instance, if the ginseng roots he first encountered were around ten years old, those he saw now were mostly decades old.

Moreover, some supreme medicinal ingredients for alchemy were even sprouting forth. In the Cultivation World, these would have been stripped bare, not even a single root left behind.

What is this? Could this be the Three Pure Grass? As Zhong Shenxiu wandered, he suddenly spotted what looked like a monumental prize, causing his pupils to instantly dilate twofold.

Zhong Shenxiu halted before a slender green blade of grass, about three-lobed and palm-sized. If this truly was Three Pure Grass, it would be an unbelievable stroke of luck. This grass could be used not only to refine the Tribulation Crossing Pill but also the Marrow Cleansing Pill.

The Tribulation Crossing Pill goes without saying; it is an essential medicine for cultivators entering the Tribulation Stage, its effect being to mitigate the dangers of crossing the heavenly tribulation. In the Cultivation World, this pill was perpetually scarce; a single Tribulation Crossing Pill could make a person successful and ensure boundless prospects.

The Marrow Cleansing Pill not only has the effect of transforming tendons and washing marrow but can also refine and elevate a cultivator's spiritual energy and mental power. It is absolutely coveted in the Cultivation World, a pill that is priceless on the open market.

One more detail needs mentioning: with his former strength, Zhong Shenxiu could refine seven Tribulation Crossing Pills or nine Marrow Cleansing Pills from a single stalk of Three Pure Grass.

His heart pounding with excitement, Zhong Shenxiu extended his small hand, intending to pluck the Three Pure Grass. But just as his fingers were about to touch it, a sudden change occurred.

A Five-Step Snake King sprang out of nowhere and fiercely bit Zhong Shenxiu’s small forearm.

The Five-Step Snake King is an exceptionally ferocious venomous snake, much smaller than the common Five-Step Snake. Although this particular Snake King was only about a foot long, it was already an adult specimen.

In his excitement, Zhong Shenxiu forgot the crucial fact that he had lost all his magic and was now just an ordinary child. Otherwise, he would never have dared to pick the Three Pure Grass with his bare hand, as wherever Three Pure Grass grows, venomous creatures are certain to guard it.

A searing pain shot from his arm throughout his body. Zhong Shenxiu thought, It’s over. I haven't even adjusted to what happened in this world, and now I’m going to die in the jaws of a snake—what a terrible waste.

Zhong Shenxiu waited for death with a sense of despair, but after several minutes passed, he realized that apart from the pain, he was completely unharmed.

What was going on? He was clearly just a normal child now; being bitten by a Five-Step Snake King should have killed him instantly! But why was he fine? Could this Snake King be domesticated, its venom already removed?

No, it didn't seem like it. Zhong Shenxiu looked at the Snake King still clamped tightly onto his arm, along with the white ichor constantly oozing from its fangs, confirming it was a genuine Five-Step Snake King carrying potent venom.

But why was he unaffected? Could it be that he was immune to all poisons? "Immune to all poisons?" Wait... Zhong Shenxiu suddenly seemed to grasp something crucial.

Zhong Shenxiu’s expression became intensely focused. Had he realized something incredibly important?

After about the time it takes to steep a cup of tea, Zhong Shenxiu suddenly burst into laughter. The innocent smile of a child blossomed like a beautiful flower.

What could he have figured out that made him forget the pain and simply laugh?

It turned out Zhong Shenxiu had confirmed one thing: he was indeed immune to all poisons. Although he currently possessed no magical power and his body was small, this body was still his. He recalled that he had used his own body for experiments countless times in the past, developing an unparalleled resistance to toxins. A mere little snake posed no threat.