"Oh, this news has indeed spread quickly, but I'm afraid they'll be disappointed—the True Soul Pill was already exchanged with several other Grand Stage cultivators in the Spirit Realm. Even if there were any left, they would have taken them long ago and certainly wouldn't be carrying them now." Hearing this, Han Li didn't seem surprised at all; instead, he chuckled and replied. "Exchanged and already consumed! This kind of deception might work well for ordinary people, but for true powerhouses who command the entire realm, it probably holds little weight." Tian Fei'er glanced at Han Li sideways, speaking with a half-smiling, slightly amused tone. "Believe them or not—should anyone truly be ungrateful, I'm not opposed to giving them a few more demonstrations." Han Li smiled gently, showing no particular concern. "Hah, it seems my friend has already thought through this matter thoroughly—perhaps I've been overeager. However, I heard from our clan's Jin Elder that he's specifically interested in meeting you privately to discuss the True Soul Pill matter." Upon hearing this, Tian Fei'er unconsciously furrowed her brows before suddenly brightening and adding. "Master Jin—Master Jin, the very one renowned as the foremost of the True Dragon Clan!" Han Li's face finally softened with a slight change. "My good friend, there's no need to be concerned! The Dao Fruit Assembly was originally established by Long Island as a splendid opportunity for other powerful beings to gather and exchange treasures. Master Jin may indeed be interested in the True Soul Pills, but he will certainly not take advantage of this gathering to impose forced purchases on others. Should you truly wish to refrain from presenting your True Soul Pills, there's absolutely no need to see Master Jin at all." Tian Fei'er spoke with a tone of earnestness. "The noble family is indeed generous, yet I must confess that the True Soul Pills are of vital importance to me during my current Dao Journey. Even if I still have some remaining, I have no intention of exchanging them." After a moment of thoughtful reflection, Han Li shook his head in reply. "My friend, there's no need to rush your decision on this matter. Master Jin has also asked my sister to convey a message to you: the offering he intends to exchange for the True Soul Pills is, in value, absolutely superior to the pills themselves when compared to the challenges of ascending to the Dao You also know that our clan differs from ordinary mortal beings in that we are not particularly eager to ascend to the immortal realm. Therefore, things that are rare and invaluable to other powerful beings hold little or no value for us." Tian Fei'er seemed to have anticipated韩立's response, speaking calmly and unhurriedly. "What? The value of the degree-of-trying pill is even greater than that of the true-soul pill? If that is indeed the case, then I shall certainly consider it. Then, once we arrive at Long Island, I will decide whether to personally pay a visit to this Golden Elder." After several changes in expression,韩立 finally settled on his reply. "Should Brother Han truly agree to this, I am certain the Golden Elder will not disappoint you. Moreover, should the true-soul pill actually come into our hands at Long Island, if we simply hint at it appropriately, other powerful beings will surely no longer seek any trouble with Brother Han. This will be of great benefit to Brother Han." Tian Fei'er smiled and clapped her hands. "Heh, I hope so. After a light chuckle, Han Li replied vaguely. "Well, it's not early anymore. We should start our journey. Although Long Island is near the Mo Ke realm, it will still take us a considerable amount of time to reach it." Tian Fei, tactful and aware of the moment, did not bring up the matter of the True Soul Pills again, but smoothly shifted the topic. Han Li naturally had no objections and immediately nodded in agreement. Then, Tian Fei raised her arm and waved toward the sky. Instantly, from among an ordinary patch of white clouds, several sharp cries rang out, and a white flying carriage, drawn by several red creatures, shot skyward. The carriage was over ten zhang long, with a lustrous, jade-like white body adorned with intricate patterns. The four beasts pulling it in front were half-horse, half-dragon—each with four legs, a dragon's horn on its head, and a crimson scales that shimmered as if wrapped in flames, giving them a fierce, majestic appearance. "These are our unique Ningsha horses from Longdao Island. While they may not boast exceptional combat prowess, they are remarkably strong and enduring—capable of galloping for months without rest or food, even in the void, without showing signs of exhaustion." Tian Fei added a few explanatory remarks as she observed Han Li's expression. "Indeed, quite impressive. I've seen my share of so-called 'dragon horses' before, but in terms of sheer elegance and grace, none compare to these Ningsha horses. This kind of spiritual creature is something our island can sell externally!" Han Li examined the four Ningsha horses thoroughly, marveling aloud. "Ah, well, these are indeed lower-tier spiritual beasts—our island naturally sells them externally. However, due to certain special circumstances, only the offspring born on Longdao Island achieve such exceptional prowess. Once they are born outside the island, their lineage gradually fades, eventually becoming indistinguishable from ordinary dragon horses found elsewhere." Tian Fei offered a brief explanation. "Then, it's rather a pity." Hán Lì listened, his expression tinged with a touch of regret. If this fierce steed could reproduce on its own, simply bringing back a few pairs to the human realm would surely prove immensely useful. "Giggle, Brother Hán, don't worry too much. Our Dragon Island boasts far more than just this kind of dragon horse—there are surely other unique treasures that will surely astonish you," Tian Fei'er smiled lightly and drifted gracefully toward the floating carriage in the air. "Ah, then if that's truly the case, even without securing the Guangling Dharma Fruit, this journey won't have been in vain," Hán Lì replied as he himself surged upward, transforming into a streak of brilliant light. A short while later, the four dragon horses let out long, resonant neighs and began galloping forward, their hooves propelling them through the void. Standing behind, Hán Lì felt the carriage move with perfect steadiness—so smooth and stable that it seemed as though he were standing on solid ground. He was once again struck by wonder, glancing down at the vehicle he had originally thought to be ordinary. "Brother Hán, there's no need to look at it so closely!" "This wind-spirit carriage is crafted from a special spirit copper unique to our Long Island. Not only is it naturally hundreds of times lighter than other spirit metals, but it can also absorb and channel wind spirit energy within it—making it quite rare even outside of our island." Tian Fei smiled warmly. "Now, I truly begin to believe Tian Lady's words. I'd be delighted if we could reach Long Island sooner." Han Li smiled slightly. "Since Brother Han has such a wish, then I shall assist with a few spells." With a subtle glance, Tian Fei gently pressed her full red lips and said. Then, with one hand, she swiftly pressed several spell gestures in succession, which instantly vanished into the bodies of the four fierce steeds. At once, the four half-drake, half-horse spirit beasts roared deeply, their bodies rapidly expanding by half as a bright red glow surged across their surfaces. Meanwhile, several thick tusks sprouted from their mouths, and their eyes instantly transformed into a rich golden hue. After their four legs blurred, the spirit beasts surged forward at a speed more than doubled, dragging the trailing flying carriage and transforming into a long streak of crimson light, slicing through the air. ...Months later, Han Li stepped out of a massive hall floating in the endless starry sky, accompanied by Tian Fei'er, and materialized directly onto a broad plaza outside the hall's main gate. Looking up! There, high in the sky, hung a colossal green moon, nearly concealing half the celestial expanse. Not exactly a moon—rather, a vast, nearly semicircular island, with faint clusters of black dot-like structures visible, entirely enveloped in a soft, pale green glow. "This is the Dragon Island—indeed, quite as I imagined," Han Li murmured, gazing at the green orb in the heavens. "Our Dragon Island wasn't always like this. It only gradually took on its current form after many ancestral generations used immense efforts to transform and reshape it over time." Well, since Brother Han has already verified the invitation here, he may now freely enter and exit the island during the Dao Fruit Assembly. However, the restricted zones previously mentioned still cannot be entered at will. As for me, I still need to fulfill certain duties as a steward, so I shall have to step down and be unable to accompany you further." Upon hearing this, Tian Fei'er casually replied, then suddenly grew serious and added, "This journey has surely been quite taxing for the Lady. Now that you've arrived, please go about your own affairs without any further concern." Han nodded in reply. "Before I depart, did Brother Han not have any more words to say to me?" Tian Fei'er, upon hearing Han's words, did not immediately leave, but instead asked with a half-smiling tone. "Ah, what matters are there? Please speak freely, Brother." Han's expression stirred slightly, yet he remained composed on the surface. "Hmph. It seems that unless I bring it up, Brother Han has no intention of asking me anything. Well, then, let's proceed. "This was my promise to you yesterday. As for whether I can truly secure the Guangling Dao Fruit through it, that depends entirely on your own abilities." After giving a glance at Han Li, Tian Fei gently shook her sleeve, and a white jade scroll flew out. "Ah, how thoughtful of the仙子! Thank you so much, Lady Han." Han Li's eyes lit up, and without hesitation, he reached out with one hand and grasped the scroll, smiling warmly as he spoke. "I have settled all my obligations to the young lady. I shall now truly be leaving." Tian Fei said nothing further, merely bowed slightly, then turned and walked back toward the hall. Han Li smiled gently, and only after Tian Fei's figure had once again disappeared behind the hall doors did he take the scroll and hurried toward a pale white teleportation array located in the corner of the plaza. Though there were no guards near the array, a stone stele rose from the ground beside it as soon as Han Li stepped inside, bearing a distinct elliptical recess at its apex. Han Li glanced at the stone stele, then flicked his finger in his sleeve, sending a flash of silver light that vanished instantly and settled firmly into the groove. It was precisely the silver scale given to him by Fan Paozi back then. As soon as the scale was embedded, a strange ripple of energy surged forth, instantly linking it with the teleportation array. The previously still array immediately trembled slightly, emitting a low hum, and delicate strands of white light began to spiral around it. Han Li's expression shifted slightly; he then waved his hand once more toward the stele, and the silver scale shot back into his sleeve. Only then did the array suddenly burst into countless flowing characters, and at the center, Han Li himself began to fade, becoming blurred within the array. (To be continued.)