This is exactly why a piece of Primordial Chaos attracts so many prying eyes.
With good luck, one might encounter a power that wants to continuously nurture talent; the place might be preserved as a Secret Realm, though the growth potential of the original inhabitants would be stifled.
But with bad luck, it might be directly refined by some Powerful Experts into Chaos Dao Principle Origins, used for low-level Cultivators on the Eternal Continent to comprehend the Great Dao.
Of course, the Nine Supreme Powers on the Eternal Continent strictly forbid such actions. If discovered, the perpetrator would be hunted down by the Nine Supreme Powers collectively!
However, driven by immense profit, many still choose to take the risk.
Hun Qianling mentioned she often heard people speak of those who specialize in finding Primordial Chaos only to sell them to major powers.
These people receive a massive finders fee and hush money.
...
Meanwhile, on the other side.
True God Heiyan had also summoned Hui Feng to the Captain's lounge for a private meeting. The light in the room was soft, and with only the two of them sitting opposite each other, True God Heiyan's expression was much warmer, lacking the majesty he showed before outsiders.
"Feng'er, you chatted with Han Xuanji for a long time today. Tell me, in your view, what kind of person is he?"
True God Heiyan picked up the Spiritual Tea on the table, took a light sip, and asked in a flat tone, though a hint of scrutiny was hidden in the depths of his eyes.
Though he admired Han Xuanji's talent, he valued character even more; this was the key to whether he was willing to truly form a good connection with him.
Hearing this, Hui Feng did not hesitate. He thought seriously for a moment and spoke truthfully:
"Master, I haven't had much contact with Brother Han, we only spoke a few words.
I don't Cultivate Way of Laws, so I can't see his true talent in Dao Principles, nor do I understand those profound intricacies. But I can feel that Brother Han is a person of good character."
He paused and added:
"Earlier, I was a bit arrogant in my speech, but Brother Han didn't show the slightest bit of pride. He is modest and sincere. He doesn't have the aloofness of those Law Geniuses. Even knowing I am your Disciple, he didn't deliberately try to curry favor. Instead, he was willing to listen to me talk about the Path of the Physical Body. He is someone worth befriending."
True God Heiyan nodded slowly, a hint of approval appearing in his eyes as he set down his teacup, his tone solemn:
"You are right. No matter how high the talent, if the character is poor and the mind is crooked, there is no need to form a connection.
This Han Xuanji has outstanding talent yet can maintain his original heart, remaining neither arrogant nor impetuous. This point is truly commendable."
As he spoke, True God Heiyan's expression gradually softened. His tone carried a trace of subtle emotion as he revealed his inner thoughts to Hui Feng:
"Feng'er, you know that I Cultivate the Path of Physical Body Immortality. I have been stuck at the Peak of the Eternal True God Realm for tens of thousands of years. To Breakthrough to the Saint Realm is incredibly difficult.
Therefore, over these years, whenever I see a young person with good talent and upright character, I give them a helping hand."
He gave a self-deprecating smile and continued:
"To be honest, I have some selfish motives. I hope that if these young people achieve something in the future, they might be able to give me a pull when I attempt my Breakthrough.
After all, the threshold of the Saint Realm is too difficult to cross. Relying on myself alone, I'm afraid I might not be able to step over it even if I spend my entire life trying."
Hearing this, Hui Feng's nose instantly felt sour, his eyes reddened slightly, and his voice became somewhat choked up:
"Master, I... I will definitely Cultivate with all my might in the future and Breakthrough as soon as possible. After I become strong, I will definitely help you. I won't let you face the hardships of Breakthrough alone!"
He had been by True God Heiyan's side since he was young. They were Master and Disciple, but more like father and son. He saw all of True God Heiyan's difficulties and kept them in his heart.
Looking at his sincere appearance, True God Heiyan couldn't help but laugh heartily. He reached out and patted Hui Feng's shoulder, his tone gratified:
"Haha, good lad. Master believes in you.
Your talent is extraordinary and you are willing to work hard. As long as you move forward steadily, you will surely surpass me in the future, perhaps even reaching that Saint Realm and becoming more successful than me."
After speaking, he waved his hand, his tone gentle:
"Alright, enough of that. You should go back and seize the time to Cultivate as well. Use this return journey to stabilize your cultivation. Do not fail my expectations of you."
"Yes, Master!"
Hui Feng nodded vigorously, suppressed his emotions, bowed to True God Heiyan, and then turned to leave quickly with firm steps, a single thought in his mind.
He had to become strong as quickly as possible to help his Master Breakthrough his Realm.
Once Hui Feng's figure had completely disappeared, the smile on True God Heiyan's face gradually faded. He sighed softly, his expression full of exhaustion as his gaze drifted toward the vast Hongmeng Sea outside the window, his thoughts wandering far away.
Just then, a dark shadow quietly appeared in the room, its form hidden in the shadows. It bowed to True God Heiyan, its tone carrying a hint of hesitation:
"True God, your subordinate has a matter, though I do not know if I should speak of it.
Is this kid Hui Feng worth you investing so many resources to nurture?
Several of your other Disciples are already starting to feel dissatisfied, thinking you are too biased. Moreover, there are many rumors outside saying you are ignoring the Chamber of Commerce's rules to show favoritism to your Disciple."
True God Heiyan turned his head slowly, his eyes becoming majestic again as he shook his head slightly:
"You don't understand."
His gaze drifted far away again as the image of the first time he saw Hui Feng surfaced in his mind—that small figure with a determined gaze who refused to bow his head even in a desperate situation, looking so much like himself back then when he had nothing but gave his all to Cultivate the Path of the Physical Body.
"Hui Feng has a pure Heart-Nature, extreme resilience, and is willing to endure hardship. He possesses a Spiritual Qi and opportunity that I did not have back then."
True God Heiyan's tone carried a hint of certainty,
"I feel that one day, he will surely surpass me, break the shackles of the Path of the Physical Body, reach that Saint Realm, and perhaps even go further."
Hearing this, the figure in the shadows spoke no more, only bowing silently and standing to the side, not daring to disturb True God Heiyan's thoughts further.
"That Prodigy who Cultivates Way of Laws?"
"Treat him well, do not be neglectful. I plan to first recruit him into the fleet, and then I can recommend him to the big figures of the Chamber of Commerce."
"Understood."
The figure in the shadows nodded and bowed before leaving.
...
On the other side.
After hearing Hun Qianling's detailed explanation, a knowing smile appeared on Han Xuanji's face. In a playful tone, he said softly:
"So, someone like me who comprehended Way of Laws in Chaos, broke through to become an Eternal Dao Lord, and condensed two rare Dao Principles of Time-Space and Fate, is considered a hot commodity on the Eternal Continent?"
Hearing this, Hun Qianling couldn't help but roll her eyes, but she also nodded seriously, her tone solemn:
"More than just a hot commodity, you are practically a treasure that every major power would fight over.
Simply Cultivating Way of Laws is naturally nothing special—there are plenty of Cultivators on the Eternal Continent who follow Way of Laws—but to Breakthrough to the Eternal Dao Master Realm at your age while simultaneously condensing the extremely rare Eternal Dao Principles of Fate and Time-Space, that is a different story. Naturally, the major powers will take notice."