Xiao Yan was quite surprised that the Luo family could offer a Scorpion Poison Dragon Beast Core as compensation. Though the core's rank was one tier below what he needed, it was still the same kind of item—only slightly less effective due to the tier difference. In the event they ultimately failed to find a seven-tier Scorpion Poison Dragon Beast, this core would serve as their last lifeline. With a six-tier core as a reserve, even if they reached that point, they would no longer be in dire straits. Gazing at Xiao Yi's eyes, Xiao Yan gave a slight nod and said, "Though it doesn't quite meet our requirements, a six-tier core is certainly acceptable." "Heal, the Lu Cheng also exhaled a sigh of relief. The Scorpion Dragon Beast was already rare, and its magical core even more so. This six-tier magical core—no one knew who had sold it to the Luo family and how it had come to be collected by him. To be able to summon a powerful ally of comparable strength merely by offering such a core was indeed a favorable arrangement for the Luo family. 'Hear me out—let me show you,' Lu Cheng smiled, then bowed and stepped forward to lead the way. Xiao Yan hesitated slightly before following behind." Xiao Yan and his three companions trailed behind Luo Cheng as they moved through the vast city of Tianya. Perhaps because it was their first visit, Luo Cheng did not hasten his pace. Instead, while making progress, he continuously introduced them to some of the well-known shops within the city. His cheerful and engaging demeanor contrasted sharply with the impression he had given when they first met. A few people spent about half an hour crossing half of Tianya City, and then before Xiang Yin's eyes, a vast black stone plaza emerged. The plaza was exceptionally wide, constructed entirely of a dark stone material, cold yet exuding a strong sense of solidity. At this moment, it was already sealed off by numerous Luo family guards. On a towering stone platform within the plaza, a remarkably robust spatial energy subtly radiated out. With Luo Cheng leading the way, Xiang Yin and his companions moved smoothly into the plaza, following him up the steep stone stairs, and after a few minutes, reached the platform. This stone platform precisely occupied the center of the plaza, allowing a sweeping gaze to overlook the entire plaza and the surrounding area within several hundred meters from a commanding height. At present, besides several strong members of the Luo family, there were two elderly figures who appeared not to be from the Luo family. Their energies were notably strong—though not quite matching Luo Cheng or Xiao Yi Xian—yet they were genuine Douzong-level masters. Based on Xiao Yan's speculation, these two were likely assistants specifically invited by Luo Cheng. The two elders maintained a composed and somewhat aloof demeanor, with a subtle air of pride, while the surrounding Luo family members offered warm smiles, showing no signs of hesitation or disrespect. After briefly glancing at these people, Xiao Yan turned his gaze toward the center of the stone platform. There, a vast, dark void—ten zhang in diameter—was slowly rotating, radiating an impressive flow of spatial energy that stirred his admiration. Yet, the current spatial energy seemed to exhibit subtle signs of disarray. "This must be the spatial wormhole," Xiao Yan mused. "Indeed, a grand undertaking. The dark void resembled a black hole, exuding a peculiar suction force. From a distance, all he could see was an endless expanse of darkness, accompanied by a haunting, thunderous howling sound. The group of people walking up the stone platform naturally drew immediate attention from everyone present. Even the two slightly arrogant elders, upon seeing Luo Cheng, bowed slightly to him, their pride subtly softened. Their status was only just reaching the two-star Daoist level, a significant gap compared to Luo Cheng, who had remained at the Daoist level for several decades. "Are you two truly not trusting us?" Hearing Luo Cheng's words, before anyone else from Xiao Yin could speak, the two elder figures with haughty expressions furrowed their brows, expressing clear displeasure. "Two individuals still hovering around the early Disciple rank—speaking so arrogantly, as if they dare not be embarrassed or stunned by a single glance." Feeling thus slighted, Zi Yan was the first to grow irritated, pursing her lips with disdain. "What young upstart are you? Don't just show up and interfere now!" The two elders frowned, glanced at Zi Yan, and then their expressions subtly shifted, clearly sensing something unusual in her. Their tone, therefore, softened slightly. As for these self-important elders, Xiao Yin paid them little attention, turning instead to the young healer and saying calmly, "Go check on her. If you can repair her condition swiftly, we won't have to waste any more time." The young physician nodded slightly, then stepped forward slowly. As her feet moved, the immense aura she had been quietly harboring surged forth once more, like a flood, leaving everyone on the stone platform—except Luo Cheng and the others—stunned. "She's also a Douzong powerhouse? Truly hard to believe... That's why the elder was able to summon her." The numerous members of the Luo family on the platform, initially taken aback, could no longer help but express their astonishment. In contrast, the two in question—whose own strength had been clearly evident—felt the most embarrassed. After the young physician unleashed her aura, they had immediately sensed that the latter's strength was nearly on par with Luo Cheng's, and significantly surpassing their own. They found themselves quietly cursing their predicament. Seeing the awkwardness on the two elders' faces, Luo Cheng silently chuckled to himself. These two had always been proud, rarely acknowledging anyone unless their strength surpassed theirs—this time, however, they had inadvertently embarrassed themselves through carelessness. "Hehe, it's just a misunderstanding—everyone needn't take it seriously. This spatial wormhole was established decades ago by an elder from our Luo family and has existed for a long time. Over the years, the spatial imprints between the two locations must have grown somewhat blurred, which is precisely why this incident has occurred. All that remains is for the three of you to channel spatial energy and strengthen the imprints between the two places. Once that's done, the issue should be fully resolved." Knowing the matter at hand was of utmost importance, Luo Cheng didn't linger, merely smiled and moved straight to the point. Xiao Yan glanced at the vast spatial rift before him, his fingers unconsciously brushing against his storage ring. If Tian Huo Zhunshi awoke, with his mastery over spatial energy, he would surely be able to repair this rift alone. The three members of Xiao Yi Xian were seated cross-legged outside the spatial rift, while Luo Cheng stood firmly at the point where the spatial rift met the stone platform, his expression serious. He glanced at the three of them and said solemnly, "Please assist me, gentlemen!" As soon as the words fell, the space around Luo Cheng began to warp. A surge of spatial energy erupted and rushed into the spatial rift, followed by the three young healers, who hesitated slightly before generating their own varying strengths of spatial energy, forcing themselves through the rift. With the entry of these four spatial energies, the roaring sound within the rift grew stronger, and the suction force gradually intensified. Observing this, the numerous Luo family masters on the stone platform all exhaled in unison, releasing powerful streams of combat energy that coalesced outside the rift, forming a protective energy shield that completely blocked the suction. Their practiced technique clearly indicated this was no stranger to them. Xiao Yan focused intently on the dark rift, and after a while, noticing no anomalies, breathed out a sigh of relief and settled into a meditative posture, quietly waiting. The time required to repair the spatial wormhole was not as prolonged as Xiao Yan had anticipated. After nearly two hours, the small physician who had been closed-eyed gradually opened his eyes, their cheeks now slightly pale—clearly, the repair process had been quite taxing for them as well. As each of them regained consciousness, the slowly rotating spatial impulse trembled slightly, then shimmered with delicate silver streaks encircling the wormhole, resembling stars within a black hole from a distance. The turbulent spatial energy emanating from it also began to dissipate steadily. Xiao Yan quickly rose and approached Xiao Yi, asking softly. "Um... just a slight expenditure, really. Repairing this spatial wormhole isn't particularly difficult," Xiao Yi nodded slightly, smiling. "Esteemed friend, this is the compensation I've agreed upon," Luo Cheng waved his hand, and a jade box floated toward Xiao Yan, who smiled. Grasping the box in his hand, Xiao Yan opened it, and immediately a purple-red elliptical magic core appeared before his eyes. With his fingers lightly touching the core, he sensed its energy properties. After a moment, he nodded slightly. Though he had never seen a magic core from the Scorpion Poison Dragon, the described attributes matched quite well. After placing the box into his storage scroll, Xiao Yan breathed a sigh of relief, then turned his gaze toward the spatial wormhole, speaking softly, "Now, is the spatial wormhole operational?" "It should be no problem at all, though I still recommend waiting a little while longer. After all, the repairs were just completed, and it wouldn't be very safe to leave right now..." Hearing this, Luo Cheng hesitated and said. "No, we still have urgent matters to attend to—we can't stay any longer..." Xiao Yan shook his head, speaking calmly. He didn't wish to linger in Tiānyá City for long, and he had already grown eager to reach the Zhongzhou region. Upon hearing this, Luo Cheng could only nod in disappointment, withdrawing from his storage seal a small wooden boat roughly the size of a palm. On the boat, faint silver glimmers subtly shimmered—this vessel still carried a faint trace of spatial energy. "This is a spatial ship used within the spatial wormhole, quite expensive—each one costs over a million. Most ordinary people simply can't afford it. Today, this young lady has done a great favor for my family. A six-stage magical core is a real bargain for us. I shall consider this small gift as my thanks." "Passing the wooden boat to Xiao Yan, Luo Cheng smiled. Gazing at the boat with a touch of surprise, this so-called spatial vessel was something he had only heard of for the first time. With genuine curiosity, he nodded slightly, neither hesitating nor refusing, and took it gracefully. "Then, I shall be most grateful, Mr. Luo. Should I return, I will certainly visit you in person to express my thanks." Bowing slightly to Luo Cheng, Xiao Yan didn't hesitate further. He waved to Zǐ Yán and Xīn Lán, and the four of them paused just outside the spatial wormhole, then stepped through it together... At the very moment they entered the wormhole, their figures vanished instantly, and a gentle silver glow gradually spread out, eventually fading into the dark space. Watching the four figures disappear, Luo Cheng finally exhaled softly and remarked, "I wonder what powerful faction these four belong to. Within a radius of a thousand li, I've never heard of a young Daoist Grand Master of such caliber. Could it be that they are from the Central Plains?" By the end of the conversation, Luo Cheng furrowed his brow, then sighed, turning to walk toward the stone platform below. The others hurried to follow, leaving only some guards to remain in place.