Cultivating Immortality, Starting from Childhood Sweethearts-Chapter 384 - In Coral Sea, There Lives a Person.

“I was actually hoping to ask about the Northern Sea Abyss,” Xu Ming asked with a smile, getting straight to the point.

“The Northern Sea Abyss?” Lord Turtle was momentarily stunned upon hearing those words. “I wonder why Lord Xu has suddenly taken an interest in that place. It is not somewhere one would want to go.”

Xu Ming clasped his hands and said, “To be frank with you, Lord Turtle, I seek the Linglong Pearl. I had an audience with Her Majesty earlier, and she told me that the pearl is located in the Northern Sea Abyss. She also gave me a talisman, which now rests on the back of my hand.”

“I see.”

Lord Turtle nodded while stroking his beard. He didn’t know why Lord Xu wanted the Linglong Pearl, but since Her Majesty had given her approval, he had no reason to question it.

“Lord Xu, I must advise you against venturing into the Northern Sea Abyss,” Lord Turtle said seriously.

“I would appreciate it if you could elaborate,” Xu Ming replied.

He felt that Lord Turtle was stating the obvious. Of course, he knew the Northern Sea Abyss wasn’t an easy place to enter—why else would he have come here to gather information? Otherwise, he would have already thrown himself into the abyss without hesitation.

Lord Turtle stroked his beard and spoke with great caution, “The Northern Sea Abyss is the deepest trench in the Northern Sea. Within it lurk all manner of terrifying sea beasts, some of which have survived since ancient times. They are ferocious beyond imagination.

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“Beyond the beasts, the abyss is also riddled with deadly ancient formations. Many of these formations remain active, and even Her Majesty herself cannot break them.

“Over the years, countless cultivators have sought to venture into the abyss in pursuit of fortune and power, but none have ever returned.

“As for the Linglong Pearl you seek, it resides within a creature known as the Devouring Shell, which is fiercely guarded by an array of powerful sea monsters. And even the Devouring Shell itself is not to be trifled with.”

As he spoke, Lord Turtle realized that he might have come across as too discouraging, as if he were doubting Xu Ming’s abilities. Not wanting to appear disrespectful, he added tactfully, “Lord Xu, I know you are a young prodigy, which is precisely why I do not wish to see such a promising talent throw away his life in the abyss.

“Your future is boundless, and Her Majesty’s pass grants you permission for 200 years. There is no rush—you can always attempt this when your cultivation is stronger.”

Xu Ming fell silent.

He had already mentally prepared himself for the dangers of the Northern Sea Abyss, but hearing Lord Turtle lay it out in such detail still made him uneasy. He hadn’t expected the place to have connections to ancient times.

“But there is a way, isn’t there?” Xu Ming asked, looking intently at Lord Turtle.

The Linglong Pearl was undoubtedly precious, but it wasn’t unheard of in the market. Every two or three centuries, a pearl would surface for trade.

That suggested that the Northern Sea Dragon Palace must have some means of obtaining it.

Of course, whether they would be willing to share such a method with an outsider like him was another matter entirely.

Lord Turtle chuckled, stroking his beard. “There is a way, of course. Normally, I wouldn’t divulge it to just anyone, but since Her Majesty has granted you permission, I will not withhold it from you.”

He retrieved an aged parchment from his storage pouch and handed it to Xu Ming.

Xu Ming received it respectfully, unfolding it. His eyes lit up. “Lord Turtle, is this...?”

“This is a map of the Northern Sea Abyss,” Lord Turtle replied.

Lord Turtle chuckled.

“This map marks the locations of various forbidden zones and the known positions of treasures, including the Linglong Pearl. Normally, blindly venturing into the Northern Sea Abyss would mean certain death, but with this map, things are different. As long as you follow the routes marked on it, your chances of obtaining the Linglong Pearl will be much higher.

“That said, I still advise against going. Lord Xu, your current cultivation... is not yet sufficient.”

Xu Ming pondered for a moment. “Without the Dragon Empress’s permission, entering the abyss would be impossible, correct?”

Lord Turtle nodded. “That is indeed the case. The mark on your hand serves as your entry pass. Once you enter the abyss, the mark will dissipate.

“Without Her Majesty’s approval, only cultivators at the Ascension Realm could possibly force their way in. Anyone else—impossible.”

Xu Ming smiled. “So that means only I can enter. There’s no way to call for reinforcements.”

Lord Turtle did not reply, but his silence confirmed Xu Ming’s words.

In truth, Xu Ming understood—this permission granted by the Dragon Empress was his “reward.” If he were to ask her to let someone else go in his stead, she would undoubtedly refuse.

“I now have a clear understanding of the dangers inside,” Xu Ming said. “As you said, waiting another hundred years to raise my cultivation before attempting this would be the safest choice.

“But time waits for no one. I need this Linglong Pearl urgently.”

He stood up and cupped his hands in a respectful bow. “I have troubled you today, Lord Turtle.”

“You are too polite, Lord Xu,” Lord Turtle replied. “I only hope you will give this more thought.”

Yet, deep down, he knew he wouldn’t be able to dissuade this young man. He had no idea why Xu Ming was so desperate to obtain the Linglong Pearl, but that was not something he could ask.

If the young lord was so willing to risk his life, then he must have his own reasons.

“I appreciate your concern, Lord Turtle.” Xu Ming nodded.

“Actually,” Lord Turtle said, “you might want to visit the Coral Sea, east of Dragon Capital.”

“The Coral Sea?” Xu Ming asked, puzzled.

“Yes. There is someone who lives there. If you can gain their help, your chances of success will be much higher.”

Lord Turtle nodded but then hesitated slightly.

“However... that person’s temperament is rather... eccentric.”