Han Li entered meditation and remained in that state for a full two months. On one of those days, when he finally opened his eyes again, not only had all lingering ailments been completely eliminated, but his spiritual power and magical essence had also returned to their peak condition. Only then did Han Li truly relax. Even if the great holy ancestors of the demonic clans, such as Yuan Sha, should come to visit, he now felt confident in facing them. After awakening, Han Li paused thoughtfully, then with a single hand motion, two objects appeared—one a white wooden box and one a blue jade bottle. A flash of golden light from his hand instantly enveloped the white wooden box, which then floated gently into the air, hovering motionless. As he looked at the remaining blue jade bottle, a gleam of excitement spread across his face. "The Two Primordial Qi of Chaos—though I've heard of this precious substance before, I never imagined I would actually obtain it one day. If I can fully assimilate it, I believe advancing to the late Consolidation stage will be quite achievable." Han Li murmured a few words, then lightly tapped the jade bottle's lid with a finger. With a deep, resonant "thud," the lid popped open on its own. As a hum rose within the bottle, a cluster of green light surged forth, darting and then shooting upward with great vigor. Han Li's face darkened, and with a slight blur of his arm reaching into the void, an invisible force instantly enveloped the entire cavern. With a swift motion, his five fingers flashed in a gesture and pulled back. A series of sharp "shhh" sounds echoed, and the green light trembled before being firmly drawn back, settling into the palm of his hand. Han Li exhaled gently, then gently supported the light with one hand, his eyes slightly narrowed as he examined the object closely. Within the shimmering green glow, two bean-sized spots—one black, one white—fluctuated steadily. His pupils flashed with a blue luminescence, and as he poured his full inner energy into his eyes, the two previously blurry spots instantly became vivid and clear. But at the very moment Fang saw clearly the two luminous points, his body trembled and a look of sudden bewilderment spread across his face. He remained completely still, motionless. After a full meal's worth of time, Han Li suddenly showed signs of struggle, clenched his teeth fiercely, and then spat out a mouthful of blood before he staggered back and collapsed. "Such powerful Chaos Qi and such profound Cyclical Transformation—indeed, as feared in the legends. If not for the sudden awakening at the very end, I would have truly been lost forever in this world transformed by Chaos Qi and Cyclical Energy, unaware of it." Han Li's body moved as he resumed his meditative posture, yet his face was filled with palpable fear, and he gasped out several words in a breathless tone. At the very instant he used his Ming-Qing Spiritual Eyes to observe the Chaos Qi, he had been irresistibly drawn by the primordial power within it, plunging into countless, both large and small, illusory worlds, and unable to free himself. Had it not been for his foresight, having already cultivated a latent, self-expressing true power within himself that could be forcibly awakened at a specific time, he would surely have perished here—his body decaying and his spirit extinguished, fading away until his final demise. Though startled, Han Li now held absolute confidence in the object in his hands. Only the legendary Chaos Dual Energies could possess such formidable power, and thus, there could be no pretense or falsehood about it. As soon as he mastered the secret technique to refine this spiritual artifact, he would be on his way to achieving the stage of late consolidation phase. Even though Han Li was always exceptionally composed, a subtle surge of excitement stirred deep within him. Nevertheless, before that could happen, he still needed to engage further with the two elder demons residing within the Calming Tower. While pondering this, his finger suddenly brushed against the jade-like luminous orb in his palm. A deep rumble followed, and a flash of golden light appeared at his fingertip, launching a slender streak of electric arc into the orb. The arc vanished instantly, yet as swiftly as lightning, it was drawn back again. The black-and-white light points within the azure glow remained serene and undisturbed, as if nothing had happened at all. Yet Han Li's face brightened with satisfaction. With a single gesture of his hand toward the blue jade bottle, a cascade of white mist erupted from the bottle's mouth, swiftly engulfing the azure light sphere. A simple shake of his robe caused the bottle to vanish into his hand. Only then did Han Li turn his gaze to the wooden box floating in the void. He opened his mouth, releasing a series of round droplets, then gently tapped his temple with his palm before slowly closing his eyes. A black-helmeted, black-armored figure and a one clad in a gray robe—these were precisely Feng Xi and Che Qi Gong, two venerable monsters from the demonic realm. Upon seeing Han Li appear, both seemed both astonished and delighted. Feng Xi even burst into laughter and directly asked, "Han friend, why have you only just arrived now? We thought your true form had suffered a great calamity, perhaps even a major disaster!" "Indeed, I should have come to see both of you long ago," Han Li replied with a half-serious, half-enthusiastic tone. "But over the past year, I've encountered several adversaries who have relentlessly pursued me, and only now have I just managed to escape the peril." "Since Han friend has appeared here, it seems you must now be safe and sound," Che Gong remarked, expressing his sincere congratulations. "However, have you managed to obtain the two chaotic essences?" After a few casual remarks, Che suddenly grew visibly anxious. "Given that both of you are currently imprisoned within the Seal of the Divine Magic, shouldn't you be more aware than I am of whether the two chaotic essences are still lacking?" Han Li raised an eyebrow, speaking calmly. Upon hearing Han Li's words, the Old Carriage Spirit and Feng Xie exchanged glances, and instead of being displeased, both revealed evident delight. "Heh, indeed, shortly after our last parting, we sensed some unusual changes in the Sealing the Demon's Power. However, as beings trapped within it, bound by the restrictions of the seal, our perception of these changes has been rather vague—only now, with your personal confirmation, do we truly grasp their significance. From the tone of your voice just now, does it seem that you have genuinely obtained the Two Primordial Chaotic Energies?" Feng Xie asked with a bright smile, his tone unexpectedly courteous. "Although we encountered some setbacks at the Yellow Springs Fire Ground, we have indeed extracted a portion of the Two Primordial Chaotic Energies. Should we now also share our methods for refining and assimilating them with you?" Han Li paused thoughtfully before slowly admitting. "This matter does not need to be urgent. While we trust you won't feign deception, we would still like to see tangible proof—actual evidence—that you have truly obtained the Two Primordial Chaotic Energies," said Che Ji, his expression of joy momentarily subdued, and his tone becoming more The wind demon heard this and nodded in agreement. "As for physical evidence, that's easy," said Han Li, his eyes narrowing slightly as though he had anticipated it all. With a sudden motion, he rubbed his hands together. In the span of just a few breaths, Feng Xi and Che Qi Gong opened their eyes one after another, each displaying a satisfied expression. "Indeed, though the qi is extremely weak, it is unmistakably the essence of the Chaotic Dual Qi. It seems that Brother Han has not been deceiving us. With this confirmation, we can now thoroughly discuss our next steps of cooperation," said Feng Xi, his eyes gleaming with excitement. "As originally agreed, wouldn't you say that you, the two of you would hand over your method of refining the essence to me, and in return, I would bestow half of my Chaotic Dual Qi? Has the agreement changed, then?" Han's face darkened, and his voice grew noticeably colder. "Brother Han misunderstands. My agreement remains unchanged from the beginning. However, the specific manner of fulfilling it may require further careful consideration. Would you prefer that we first disclose our refining method, or would you find it more favorable if you, Brother Han, deliver your Chaotic Dual Qi first?" Che Qi Gong chuckled. "Ah, now I understand!" Although we are bound by our vows, such a precious matter indeed brings some difficulty." Han Li's expression eased slightly, and after a moment's pause, he said. "Therefore, I have discussed this with Feng Dao-yuan, and have come up with a compromise solution that benefits both parties. I wonder if Han Dao-yuan agrees with this." Che Qi Gong spoke each word deliberately. "Then, please go ahead and explain it to me." Han Li's expression brightened slightly, and he replied calmly. "In fact, it's quite simple—we divide the transaction into several stages. First, we impart the initial set of techniques to you, allowing you to verify their authenticity. Should you find them genuine, you then transfer a portion of the chaotic dual energies to us. Proceeding in this manner, each subsequent exchange follows the same process. By the time we reach the final stage, you will not be compelled to abandon your heart's vow merely for that final portion of chaotic dual energies. And in return, we will not have to sacrifice the already-acquired chaotic dual energies simply because we still have more techniques to deliver." Feng Xi said solemnly, delivering the explanation with gravity. Han Li remained motionless in place, yet the flickering light in his eyes revealed that he was carefully weighing the proposal. The two elder mold mages felt confident that Han Li would surely agree, but upon seeing his thoughtful expression, a subtle sense of tension stirred within them. Both were seasoned observers, so they maintained a composed demeanor, patiently awaiting Han Li's response. "Indeed, this is an excellent approach! Very well, then—we shall proceed with your method of exchange." After taking a deep breath, Han Li spoke calmly. "Ah, Brother Han, your move is truly astute. Then let us begin the transaction right away. This is the first part of the refinement technique—the core principle. Please study it thoroughly. Should you find no issues with the principle, you must deliver the Chaotic Two Qi to us within three days. Should you fail to arrive by then, we shall consider this transaction officially abandoned." Hehe, at that point, not only will you suffer from the counterattack of your heart-magic, but you'll never be able to refine the Two Primordial Energies of Chaos in the future—quite a hopeless endeavor. Overjoyed, yet with a hint of reminder, Wind-Xie quickly said this.