On this day, the last trace of colorful glow disappeared from the peak of the Immaculate Mountain.

A dense chaotic aura began to spread atop the mountain. From a distance, Qiu Pengxing explained, "This is the Chaotic Qi Vortex, composed of chaotic energy, containing the five elements. It's formless, and nothing can overpower it. Every time we, from the Golden Silkworm Association, ascend the peak, our aim isn't just for the Heavenly Creation Fluid, but also for this very gas."

Shu Han became intrigued, "What's the use of this gas?"

"The Chaotic Qi is excellent for refining magic treasures. However, once separated from its source, this dispersed Chaotic Qi dissolves into the universe, making it impossible to collect. To refine a magic treasure, one must do so on the spot."

Speaking of which, Qiu Pengxing sighed deeply, "My two companions and I originally planned to use the Black Abyssal Fire within the Chaotic Qi Vortex to refine our magic treasures. Now that the Black Abyssal Fire is lost, and they are no more."

Feeling somewhat guilty, Shu Han scratched his head. After all, he had orchestrated everything.

But now, possessing the Black Abyssal Fire, he could potentially refine all his magic treasures within the vortex, amplifying their power. However, seeing Shu Han lost in thought, Shangguan Ruolin quickly understood and advised, "Refining magic treasures is a sidetrack. The primary objective is to get through the vortex and secure the Heavenly Creation Fluid!"

Qiu Pengxing wryly smiled, "Both of you, I've only recovered about 80% of my strength, and neither of you are late-stage cultivators. We might not even get through the vortex, let alone obtain the Heavenly Creation Fluid. Refining the magic treasures seems more apt."

"How will we know if we don't try?"

Shu Han picked up Shangguan Ruolin and rushed towards the mountain's peak. Qiu Pengxing sighed deeply, thinking they were doomed, but had no choice but to follow.

Meanwhile, cultivators from other sects also halted their tasks and headed to the peak of the Immaculate Mountain.

The peak was quite vast. Along the way, they encountered a group of people. Shu Han's Clear Bright Spiritual Eye scanned them and identified them as members of the Purple Sun Sect.

Of the ten Foundation Establishment cultivators from Purple Sun Sect, only six remained. As they arrived at the peak, Shu Han quickly noticed the absence of the demon cultivator who had incarnated as Cheng Yuhuan. Without hesitation, he transformed into Cheng Yuhuan's appearance, stored Shangguan Ruolin in the jade pendant, and confidently approached them.

Shu Han, having mingled with the Purple Sun Sect, recognized the people before him.

Leading the group was Fan Zheyan, the direct disciple of the esteemed Master Purple Sun and a peak late-stage cultivator. Upon seeing Shu Han approaching, he expressed his surprise, "Is Junior Brother Cheng also attempting to enter this Chaotic Qi Vortex this time?"

Shu Han replied with a bow, "Senior Brother Fan, I'm well aware of my limitations in cultivation. But I'd like to take a shot, to contribute to our sect."

Fan Zheyan nodded in approval, "Having such determination is commendable. Though the Chaotic Qi Vortex is challenging, it's not necessarily dangerous. You can give it a try." His gaze then shifted to Qiu Pengxing, asking cautiously, "Why is a cultivator from the Golden Silkworm Association accompanying you?"

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Shu Han gave Qiu Pengxing a glance, who immediately responded, "Fellow Daoist Fan, I've heard much about you! Alas, for some unknown reason, the Golden Silkworm Association was ambushed by four cultivators from the Green Thunder Sect at the Burial Furnace Slope, leading to the loss of two of our comrades. Fortunately, Brother Cheng stepped in, sparing me from a tragic fate. In gratitude, I decided to assist him in his endeavors."

Fan Zheyan raised an eyebrow, "Oh! You were ambushed by the Green Thunder Sect as well?"

At this, two cultivators from the Purple Sun Sect, who had been fishing for dragon loach at Dragon Abyss Pool, stepped forward, filled with indignation, "Was it led by Luo Haoguang?"

Qiu Pengxing hurriedly nodded, "Exactly! That scoundrel! Do you know that when our Golden Silkworm Association brought our disciples to this divine mountain, setting up our formations and attempting to harness the fire, we were suddenly ambushed by those rascals? I personally was pierced by their swords twice, our Black Abyssal Fire seed was stolen, and two fellow Daoists were reduced to ashes! These villains are utterly heartless!"

Shu Han: ...

The two Purple Sun Sect cultivators, moved by Qiu Pengxing's impassioned account, exclaimed, "Exactly! We experienced the same! Our freshly caught 800-year-old dragon loach was suddenly snatched away! They're nothing less than bandits! Not only did they steal the loach, but they also tried to silence us!"

Shu Han: ...

Fan Zheyan clapped Qiu Pengxing on the shoulder, "It seems the Green Thunder Sect is becoming more and more brazen! I heard they're even collaborating with the Devil Music Sect cultivators, plotting some Blood Soul Tracking Array."

Qiu Pengxing nodded, "Indeed, I also witnessed them conspiring with the Devil Music Sect's demon cultivators! And it was one of these demon cultivators who instigated the entire thing! That demon is indeed despicable, right, Brother Cheng?"

Shu Han was rendered speechless for a moment, then quickly interjected, "If that's the case, we absolutely cannot let them obtain the Heavenly Creation Fluid! Collaborating with demon cultivators and plotting against the righteous path requires severe punishment! Why not ally with other sects and confront the Green Thunder Sect at the mountain peak?"

After pondering for a moment, Fan Zheyan responded, "In recent years, we have indeed been bullied by the Green Thunder Sect, but they only began committing murder recently. If we form an alliance, I fear only the Purple Sun Sect and the Golden Silkworm Association will stand together. And given the latter's reservations due to their sect leader's reluctance to clash with the Green Thunder Sect, it might be in vain."

Shu Han, sensing the longstanding resentment, thought, Why not ignite the flames of their grievances? Then, amidst the chaos, I can seize an opportunity!

Shu Han responded respectfully, "Senior Brother is right; the bigger picture is important. However, if the Green Thunder Sect becomes overly arrogant at the peak, we should not miss the chance to expose their misdeeds and rally the masses against them. And if things go awry, the blame shouldn't rest solely on the Purple Sun Sect."

Fan Zheyan nodded approvingly, "Indeed, our actions should be based on the situation at the peak. After all, the Heavenly Creation Fluid is crucial. With it, the Purple Sun Sect can potentially gain one or two more Core Formation cultivators!"

Suddenly, a thought struck Shu Han. He inquired, "Esteemed senior brothers, besides that demon cultivator, have you not detected traces of any other demon cultivators?"

The Purple Sun Sect disciples shook their heads in unison.

Fan Zheyan remarked, "It's strange, indeed. Every time, numerous demon cultivators come forth to seize treasures. Yet this time, we've only encountered one, which is quite odd."

A chill ran down Shu Han's spine, the one you encountered was me... What exactly are these demon cultivators doing in the Immaculate Realm?

Fan Zheyan chuckled, "Perhaps, like our Purple Sun Sect, other major sects have implemented strict checks, preventing too many demon cultivators from sneaking in."

Shu Han sneered inwardly, the upper echelons of the Purple Sun Sect have already been infiltrated. What are you even talking about?

If they're not here for the treasures, their sole objective could only be the Heavenly Creation Fluid. Or have they come to the Immaculate Realm just for tourism?

Gazing at the Chaotic Qi Vortex, Shu Han mused that once past it, a violent storm awaits. He must ensure his identity remains concealed, as the demon cultivator seemed intent on seeking revenge.

The issue of the demon cultivators felt like a ticking time bomb, making him constantly on edge.