Qin Ming immediately had a thought.

He consumed ten entries of "Leaf of Space-Time" in one go.

In an instant, an ethereal power of time descended upon the Spirit Tea Tree before his eyes.

Gradually, the Spirit Tea Tree began to grow frantically, soon sprouting new branches, flourishing lushly.

After half a day.

The entire Spirit Tea Tree grew directly to a height of over one zhang, with a peculiar fragrance of Spirit Tea lingering around its verdant leaves.

Meanwhile.

In Qin Ming’s vision, three dazzling golden entries appeared:

"Name": Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea "Entry": Nascent Soul Dharma Power X1 (Maturity 20%)

"Name": Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea "Entry": Leaf of Space-Time X10 (Maturity 21%)

"Name": Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea "Entry": Great Dao Enlightenment X1 (Maturity 20%)

"Great Dao Enlightenment": Upon using the entry, one can immediately resonate with the world and enter an enlightened state.

"Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea!"

"Nascent Soul Dharma Power!"

"And it’s actually an enlightenment entry as well!"

"It seems that as the level of the Spirit Plant rises, the entries refreshed have also changed accordingly."

Even though Qin Ming had cultivated for hundreds of years and was accustomed to the various big and small happenings in the Cultivation Realm, his heart had long been calm.

But now, even he was truly taken aback by this scene.

A hint of joy immediately appeared on Qin Ming’s face.

However, after pondering for a long time, no records related to "Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea" could be found in the Spirit Plant books he mastered, nor in the oddities he had gathered.

He thought of Qingyang the Old Demon, this old fellow being a senior figure of the ancient Spirit Plant Sect, Cyan Origin Sect.

So he contacted Qingyang the Old Demon and asked, "Old ghost, do you know what kind of Spirit Plant is this Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea?"

Qingyang the Old Demon was in a deep sleep within the Blood Massacre Spiritual Treasure, nurturing his Divine Soul, suddenly awakened by Qin Ming, he yawned and woke up groggily.

"Haha~ what Spirit Tea did you say?"

However, in the next moment.

When his gaze fell upon that Spirit Tea Tree over one zhang high, the murky eyes of Qingyang the Old Demon suddenly widened, exclaiming: "Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea?!!"

"Where did you get it from? And such a large one?"

Qin Ming immediately recounted the events on Ao-Bie Island to him.

"Tsk tsk tsk! You lad are truly lucky! Even managed to snatch this."

"Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea is a Tier Four Top-Grade Spirit Plant, scarcely found even in the Cyan Origin Sect back then. I’ve heard this Spirit Tea was introduced to the Human Realm from other realms."

"This tea is extremely rare, only nurtured amidst thunder tribulations. Its greatest benefit, besides slightly increasing Nascent Soul Dharma Power and solidifying the Nascent Soul, is enhancing one’s understanding of the Great Dao."

"But its most significant function is, after drinking this tea, it greatly aids in resisting Great Realm Celestial Tribulations, allowing one to withstand a few more thunder tribulations. It’s a rare object for overcoming tribulations, hehehe!"

"If you ever attack the Divinity Transformation Stage, you’ll also find it quite useful."

Hearing Qingyang the Old Demon speak so, Qin Ming was even more astonished at heart, not expecting such a grand origin for the tea.

It was indeed the legendary Tier Four Top-Grade Spirit Tea.

"You lad have really struck it rich, even bringing back such a large piece of Black Jade Spirit Rock."

"This Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea, although able to take root in the void, requires an ample Spirit Vein environment to grow after encountering thunder tribulations."

"But during the early forming stage of its Spirit Seed, it can’t do without this Black Jade Spirit Rock providing nutrition."

"It’s an invaluable Companion Spirit Object."

Qingyang the Old Demon was amazed, marveling at Qin Ming’s good fortune.

Qin Ming also did not expect his trip to Ao-Bie Island would yield such a major find.

Moreover, what excited him more was that the flavor of this Tier Four Top-Grade Spirit Tea would surely be excellent.

And the refreshed entries were truly fragrant.

"But it seems the Dao Thunder Tribulation Tea is still somewhat distant from its maturity period."

"Within these two years, I’ll refresh more ’Leaf of Space-Time’ entries to fully ripen it."

"After acquiring the ’Great Dao Enlightenment’ entry, I can just go onto the Penglai Immortal Tree to comprehend the Great Dao."

"Perhaps I might even obtain a Tier Four or Tier Five Spirit Plant inheritance, that would be a real jackpot."

Qin Ming had silently formulated his plans for the upcoming actions.

Subsequently.

Qin Ming entered the Artifact Refining Room within the Little Spirit Realm, began summoning the Spirit-Devouring Poison Flame to melt the three extraterrestrial exotic gold ores.

Immediately after, following the Tier Four Artifact Refining inheritance "Demon Artisan’s Creation," he applied the Treasure Refining Technique, thoroughly blending the smelted exotic gold into the Black Steel Fork.

Time passed slowly.

Three months later.

An astonishing mysterious treasure light erupted from the Artifact Refining Room within the Little Spirit Realm, soaring straight into the sky!

The Heaven-Devouring Rat, inhaling and exhaling Demonic Power on the grassland, diligently refining the Profound Spirit Turtle Shell, saw such a spectacle within Qin Ming’s Artifact Refining Room, immediately showing an expression of overwhelming joy!

"Seems like Master has finished refining the treasure!"

It quickly tucked away the turtle shell, transforming into a black light and entering the Artifact Refining Room.

The next moment.

The gaze of the Heaven-Devouring Rat fell onto the Black Steel Fork floating before Qin Ming, its spirit greatly invigorated.

The overall appearance of the Black Steel Fork, though not much different from before, now had many new complex Spirit Patterns adorning its surface.

Additionally, it was radiant with layers of treasure light, revealing that its rank had jumped up a significant notch!

It had already reached the level of a Tier Four Low-Grade Spirit Treasure!

Qin Ming also considered this during the treasure-refining, as the current cultivation realm of the Heaven-Devouring Rat was merely barely sufficient to wield a fraction of the power of a Tier Four Low-Grade Spirit Treasure.

If it were any higher, it might rather deplete it completely.

Therefore, when mixing in the extraterrestrial exotic gold, only a third was used, leaving more than half remaining.

Qin Ming snapped his fingers, tossing the Black Steel Fork to the Heaven-Devouring Rat, saying, "I’ve prepared two treasures for your tribulation crossing."

"Over these two years, refine and familiarize yourself with the Spirit Treasure well. When it’s time to return, it’ll be ready for the tribulation on Wangyue Island."

"Thank you, Master, for granting me these treasures for the tribulation! I won’t let you down!"

The Heaven-Devouring Rat was constantly filled with admiration, thinking to itself:

’Ah! At long last, I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel!’

’I have spent so many years, tirelessly and fearlessly, working hard for my master...’

’Finally... Woo-woo, it wasn’t easy at all.’

The Heaven-Devouring Rat immediately infused demonic power into the Black Steel Fork for a test.

In an instant, three strands of black mysterious light emanated, exuding a force of profound mystery, like a black hole capable of devouring all the power of the Five Elements.

"Master! Give this Spiritual Treasure a name! It’s truly handy!" the Heaven-Devouring Rat said excitedly.

"You name it yourself; this fork is all yours."

"Then let’s call it... Immortal Slaying Halberd! Master, what do you think?"

Qin Ming: "..."

"Can you be a bit more low-key, don’t just keep mentioning slaying immortals."

"But suit yourself, if you like the name, it’s up to you..."

Qin Ming looked at the happy Heaven-Devouring Rat, unwilling to dampen its enthusiasm.

Then he waved his hand, "Alright, go pick some Spirit Fruit and catch a few Spirit Fish, I’ve grown weary from refining treasures for so long; prepare a meal of Spiritual Food for me."

"Aye aye! Yes, yes, Master, just wait." The Heaven-Devouring Rat received the order and quickly stashed the treasure, darting out.

A moment later.

The kitchen inside the Cave Mansion was filled with the rising smoke.

Soon after, the sound of clanging pots and pans was heard.

Half an hour later, the Heaven-Devouring Rat prepared a table full of fine wine and dishes, arranging them directly for Qin Ming.

It then personally poured wine for him, serving with impeccable care.

After finishing the wine and dishes, Qin Ming exited the Cave Mansion.

"Thinking that after so many months have passed, Hua Tianxiong’s side should have gathered enough alchemy spiritual materials."

...

However, just as he was about to leave.

On the sea surface outside, two Escape Lights descended quietly onto the desolate island.

The black Escape Light dispersed, revealing two figures clad in purple robes.

They were a short-statured young cultivator and a black-faced middle-aged man.

Both had cultivations at the late-stage Foundation Establishment.

"Brother Yan, the mission entrusted to the two of us by the sect this time is indeed too daunting, isn’t it?"

"To infiltrate Dragon Abyss Island’s interior."

"Sigh! I thought following the brothers and sisters from Ghost Hall down here, we could snag some benefits, but instead, we became cannon fodder."

The short youth sighed heavily.

"Junior Brother Ling, as they say, wealth is found in risk; if we succeed in this task, our merits will be the greatest."

"If we can make it out alive, maybe a chance for Core Formation will come."

"We demonic cultivators thrive on this kind of drive, don’t we?"

"Moreover, with the Demon Spirit Talisman bestowed by the Demon Monarch, we just killed the messenger from Dragon Abyss Island and replaced him easily."

"The likelihood of success is quite high."

The black-faced middle-aged man then took out two blood-colored high-tier talismans, attaching them to themselves.

With a flash of demon light.

Their appearances immediately twisted and transformed, and even the demonic qi on their bodies turned into demon qi.

Moments later.

Two Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals immediately appeared in Qin Ming’s sight...

If not for witnessing it himself, even Qin Ming would not have noticed any anomalies with his late-stage Nascent Soul divine thought.

This spoke volumes about the formidable disguising power of Ghostly Palace’s Demon Spirit Talisman.

"Hahaha!"

The Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals waved their pincers, laughed at each other’s comical appearance.

Soon, the Shrimp Soldier took out a bead resembling a demon pill and handed it to the Crab General.

"Let’s go, take this Water-Repelling Pearl, and from this point forward, we will be no different from the Sea Race; even without exerting mana, we can freely swim in the sea bottom."

"For the great cause of the Golden Core! Cheers!"

Subsequently.

The Shrimp Soldiers and Crab Generals swallowed the Water-Repelling Pearl and with a splash, jumped directly into the sea.

After the two left.

A ripple spread through the void.

Qin Ming’s figure slowly emerged.

The Heaven-Devouring Rat holding the Black Steel Fork had initially intended to test the power of the new Spiritual Treasure but was stopped by Qin Ming.

"Master, why let those two go?"

"They should be demonic cultivators from the Blood Realm, right?"

Qin Ming gazed at the turbulent sea surface, his eyes dark and profound, speaking faintly:

"I’ve already planted a Divine Soul Mark on them; no need to alert the enemy further."

"Hehe! Master is always so thoughtful." The Heaven-Devouring Rat chuckled.

"Since their target is Dragon Abyss Island..."

"Ghostly Palace’s people are likely aiming for the Immortal Mansion Grand Assembly too; I want to see what tricks these demonic cultivators are up to?"

...

...

After maneuvering for half a month.

Qin Ming restored his original appearance and returned to Celestial Wave Immortal City once more.

As soon as he entered the city, two powerful Escape Lights greeted him.

One of them was his old acquaintance Duke Xia Yuan.

The other was a white-bearded old man, with a cultivation at the mid-stage Nascent Soul.

A warm smile appeared on his face, introducing himself to Qin Ming:

"I am Master Longyang, the City Lord of Celestial Wave Immortal City, also one of the Inner Sect Elders of Star Palace."

"It’s a pleasure to finally meet the renowned Fellow Daoist Qin, having regrettably missed the chance before."

"Today we finally met; please come to the mansion for a chat!"