Chapter 1268: Primal Spiritual Treasure

“It’s actually nice that the child doesn’t grow up,” Xu Fan said, watching the carefree little boy.

“Exactly, the Yuan Lord specifically instructed that, barring any unexpected situations, these reincarnated Great Saint Powerful Beings of the human race should remain as children for as long as possible,” Huangshan added.

Just as Xu Fan was about to bid farewell to Huangshan, he suddenly said, “If you’re looking to connect with those wild chaotic artifact masters or chaotic gods and demons…”

“Head to the shattered world where the Yuan Lord took you last time. Wild chaotic gods and demons occasionally show up there to take on jobs.”

“Their prices are fair, but their techniques are pretty rough. The innate supreme treasures they craft are barely sturdy and durable.”

“Thanks for the tip, Senior Huangshan,” Xu Fan nodded and left.

At that moment, Xu Fan felt a pang of regret. If he’d known earlier, he would’ve sent a clone ahead.

Now, he was left without anyone to help him, and he couldn’t take on any business.

Back at the Hidden Spirit Sect, in Xu Fan’s courtyard.

“You’ve finally returned,” Xu Fan said with a smile to Xu Yuexian, who had been away for years.

“I missed you, Master!”

“I happened to find something special while I was out and wanted to present it to you,” Xu Yuexian said, revealing a small, miniature stove.

“Fascinating! It’s a Primal Spiritual Treasure from the gourmet division—truly rare,” Xu Fan remarked, taking the stove with a look of surprise.

With a casual wave of his hand, the stove expanded and appeared in Xu Fan’s courtyard.

Xu Fan glanced toward the spiritual vegetable garden at the base of the mountain, which supplied the sect’s cafeteria.

With a subtle gesture, a fresh Immortal Jade bok choy flew out of the garden and straight toward Xu Fan.

Guided by Xu Fan, the bok choy landed in the stove.

A flame ignited beneath the stove, and soon, a fragrant plate of stir-fried bok choy appeared before them.

‘A Primal Spiritual Treasure from the gourmet division of the Three Thousand Realms—truly extraordinary.’

Xu Yuexian placed the plate of stir-fried bok choy on the table beside Xu Fan.

Xu Fan pulled out two pairs of chopsticks and handed one to Xu Yuexian.

The master and disciple began to savor the dish.

“Not bad at all. The flavor is perfect. Even the two Gourmet Disciples in the sect couldn’t have done better,” Xu Fan said, nodding in approval.

“This Spiritual Treasure you found is quite impressive,” Xu Fan added with a satisfied smile.

“It’s only right to contribute to my master and the sect,” Xu Yuexian replied with a grin.

Feeling a bit unsatisfied, Xu Yuexian started pulling out various ingredients and tossing them into the stove.

Soon, an array of delicacies began to appear on the stove.

The next day, the disciples who came to the sect’s cafeteria were surprised to find the food tasted significantly better.

One of the Gourmet Disciples even sought out the chef.

“Chef Fan, who made today’s dishes? They’re definitely not your usual work,” the Gourmet Disciple remarked.

“Of course, dishes of that caliber aren’t something I could make,” Chef Fan said, pointing to the stove at the center of the kitchen.

He spoke with a somewhat unnatural expression, “This is the Primal Spiritual Treasure given by the Grand Elder, the gourmet stove.”

“As long as you put various ingredients inside, they will be transformed into all kinds of delicious dishes.”

Chef Fan felt like he might be out of a job.

The Gourmet Disciple curiously placed his hand on the Primal Spiritual Treasure gourmet stove and instantly seemed to receive an inheritance.

A look of realization appeared in his eyes.

In a mysterious secret realm of the star region within the Three Thousand Realms, Ye Xiaoyao lay in a spirit herb pool recovering from his injuries.

“Old Sword, are you still holding up? This is our fourth escape from the Sky Night Immortal Emperor.”

“Your tricks are running out. If it comes to that, I might as well hand you over.”

“I don’t think the Sky Night Immortal Emperor has that much of a grudge against me,” Ye Xiaoyao said casually.

“Nonsense! If you dare to hand me over, you’ll probably be stuck as a quasi-saint for life,” Old Sword scoffed in Ye Xiaoyao’s mind.

“Old Sword, I heard the Sky Night Immortal Emperor mention the conflict between you two.”

“I feel like you weren’t exactly fair back then; those brothers who followed you for years were easily betrayed,” Ye Xiaoyao said, a hint of worry flashing in his eyes.

“Well, how should I put it? Both he and I were driven by greed.”

“When we couldn’t agree, it came down to a fight.”

“The strong deserve the best, just like now, we’re being chased like stray dogs by him,” Old Sword said bluntly.

“I was already a Great Saint back then, while he was still just a saint.”

“For a Xuanhuang Supreme Treasure related to chaotic saints, he should have handed it over to me as soon as he got it.”

“Besides, back then, our relationship wasn’t as close as you think.”

“At most, he was a loyal subordinate by my side,” Old Sword added.

“You don’t need to explain so much; I get it,” Ye Xiaoyao said lightly while lying in the herb pool.

“Lately, the Sky Night Immortal Emperor has been chasing us relentlessly; we need to lay low in the Chaotic Mist Area for a while.”

“The Chaotic Mist Area is also known as the outer realms,” Old Sword explained further.

“Is there a treasure vault in the chaotic power?” Ye Xiaoyao asked, his interest piqued.

“Of course! That’s our ticket to turning things around,” Old Sword replied with a smile.

“Is it connected to that Xuanhuang Supreme Treasure?” Ye Xiaoyao asked excitedly.

“Yes,” Old Sword nodded.

“Once you get that Xuanhuang Supreme Treasure, are you going to try to possess me?” Ye Xiaoyao’s expression suddenly changed.

Though he was still a quasi-saint, he knew what the outer realms were all about.

“You’re overestimating yourself. I have a Great God or Demon body in the Chaotic Mist Area; that’s what I’m after,” Old Sword said, rolling his eyes in Ye Xiaoyao’s mind.

“You’ve been around long enough to know some secrets of the Three Thousand Realms—have you ever heard of anyone becoming a chaotic saint?”

“That Xuanhuang Supreme Treasure is meant to let me fully control that Great God or Demon body and merge with it perfectly.”

“But not now. After you become a Great Saint, you can help me,” Old Sword explained.

“Why didn’t you tell me about this before?” Ye Xiaoyao asked, puzzled.

“I was afraid you’d overthink it back then; even now, I’m worried you might.”

“I’ll take you to see that Great God or Demon body so you’ll stop thinking I’m after your body,” Old Sword said with utter disdain.

“Old Sword, that’s too much! Am I really that pathetic?”

“At least I’m someone who can become a Great Saint in the future.”

Hearing Old Sword’s words, Ye Xiaoyao immediately got defensive.

“Alright, I’ll stop teasing you.”

“Focus on healing, and then I’ll take you to the first treasure vault in the Chaotic Mist Area. There’s something there that can help you advance to a saint,” Old Sword said.

“Okay.”

“Old Sword, I’m curious—how long did it take you to set up all these backup plans?” Ye Xiaoyao asked.

“Guess.”