"Silver Dragon Daoist, give me your Passage Order," Mo Sanqi said, giving Yuan Ming a deep look before turning to speak to the Silver Dragon Taoist.

The Silver Dragon Taoist, without uttering a word, took out his Token from his waist and handed it over.

After receiving it, Mo Sanqi then asked Yuan Ming for his Passage Order, stacked them together, clasped them between his hands, and began to perform a Secret Technique.

As the glow from the two Tokens lit up and then extinguished in succession, he finally stopped the technique and returned their respective Tokens.

"Fellow Daoist Yuan, the key to the prohibitions of Spiritual Ape Island has now been transferred to your Passage Order, and the ownership of this island is also now in your hands," Mo Sanqi explained to Yuan Ming. "However, according to the rules, Silver Dragon Daoist still has one last right to set foot on the island one last time to take his belongings."

Yuan Ming nodded, offering no objections.

"Silver Dragon Daoist, according to the rules, you may take your possessions from your mansion, but that is the limit. The products of the spirit field, the cultivators, and the commoners on the island ceased to belong to you the moment you conceded," Mo Sanqi said unemotionally.

"I understand," said the Silver Dragon Daoist.

"You have an hour to retrieve your belongings, but you must not deliberately damage anything on the island that doesn't belong to you, or you will be wanted by Dongji Palace. If you wish to return to Spiritual Ape Island, after a ten-year protection period, you have the right to issue a challenge first," Mo Sanqi said, looking at him.

"Silver Dragon Daoist, if you find yourself without a place to stay, you can come to Yunshan Island to stay temporarily," Yun Luo Fairy offered.

"Thank you," the Silver Dragon Daoist expressed his thanks, then bowed and turned back toward the island in a dejected manner without saying more.

Yun Luo Fairy sighed, knowing that he was most likely not coming back.

Although the dispute between Yuan Ming and Silver Dragon Daoist was short, it caused quite a stir, and many cultivators from nearby Spiritual Ape Island had already flown over. There were low-level cultivators on Flying Boats and others riding artifacts, but all stayed at a distance, not daring to come closer.

"Ladies and gentlemen, from today onward, Silver Dragon Daoist is no longer the Island Master of Spiritual Ape Island, Yuan Ming will take over," Mo Sanqi called out to the distant cultivators.

Hearing this, the cultivators hurried over, led by two Nascent Soul cultivators, a man and a woman, followed by several Core Formation and Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Yuan Ming's gaze fell on the two Nascent Soul cultivators. The woman was dressed in red, beautiful and seemingly in her early thirties, while the man wore a gray cloth short robe, his face marked with acne scars, carrying a black blade on his back.

"Greetings, Island Master Yuan," the two said with humble smiles upon catching Yuan Ming's gaze, bowing their heads.

With these two leading, the rest of the cultivators also bowed in unison.

"Fellow Daoist Yuan, most of these people are cultivators born and bred on Spiritual Ape Island, along with some Loose Cultivators who have joined us. You may deploy them as you see fit. Spiritual Ape Island is vast and cannot be controlled by one person alone; these people currently maintain the operation of various parts of the island. Of course, if you are uneasy, you are also free to recruit your own cultivators," Mo Sanqi continued to Yuan Ming without giving another glance at the two Nascent Soul cultivators.

The group of cultivators grew slightly nervous at these words, looking at Yuan Ming.

However, as Mo Sanqi and Yuan Ming were speaking, these people dared not interrupt.

"Everyone, everything will proceed as usual on the island. If there are any other arrangements, I shall inform you beforehand. You may all disperse now," Yuan Ming said, waving his hand dismissively at the cultivators.

The cultivators, as if granted an amnesty, did not dare to linger and hurriedly bade farewell and left.

"These contain the latest details about the Spirit Vein and spirit land of Spiritual Ape Island, which should be of some help to you," Mo Sanqi said, taking out a Jade Scroll and handing it to Yuan Ming.

Yuan Ming's Divine Sense entered the Jade Scroll, quickly perusing the contents, and he nodded.

He had somewhat understood the situation on Spiritual Ape Island before choosing it, but the details in the Jade Scroll were more thorough, saving him quite a bit of trouble.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Mo," Yuan Ming expressed his gratitude.

"Don't mention it. If you need anything else, you may find me in Dongji Palace anytime," Mo Sanqi chuckled.

A little less than an hour later, the Silver Dragon Daoist flew out from the island, did not come over to greet Mo Sanqi and the others, and went directly toward another direction, vanishing into the distant sky.

Upon seeing this, Mo Sanqi also took his leave.

Yuan Ming looked towards Yun Luo Fairy who showed no intention of leaving: "Do you have any further matters, Fellow Daoist?"

"Fellow Daoist Yuan, this is our first meeting. My name is Yun Luo, and I am the Island Master of Yunshan Island. From now on, we shall be neighbors," Yun Luo Fairy said with a smile.

"So you are Fellow Daoist Yun Luo, nice to meet you," Yuan Ming responded, bowing, his tone neutral.

"Don't misunderstand, Fellow Daoist Yuan. I merely had a nodding acquaintance with Silver Dragon Daoist and harbor no ill intentions towards you," Yun Luo Fairy quickly explained, sensing Yuan Ming's wariness.

"May I know why you stay, Fellow Daoist Yun Luo?" Yuan Ming asked noncommittally.

"Fellow Daoist Yuan, can't I stay without a specific reason?" Yun Luo Fairy gave Yuan Ming a reproachful look and coquettishly spoke, a subtle allure spreading around her, making it difficult for one to not feel a fondness towards her.

"Of course, it's just that I have just taken over Spiritual Ape Island, and the cave mansion has not yet been opened up. I do not have a place to entertain Fellow Daoist Yun Luo," Yuan Ming said with an unfazed smile.

"Hehe, Fellow Daoist need not bother. There is a garden on the west side of Spiritual Ape Island. Sitting there would be fine," Yun Luo Fairy said with a smile, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.

"If that's the case, please, Fellow Daoist Yun Luo," Yuan Ming pondered briefly and then flew toward the west side of the island.

Yun Luo Fairy pursed her lips in a smile and followed him.

The two soon arrived at the west side of Spiritual Ape Island, where there indeed was a large garden spanning several tens of acres, brimming with flowers, predominantly white, accented with green leaves, and filled with a dreamlike fragrance.

"This is Snow Peony, a specialty of the Dongji Sea. May I ask, Fellow Daoist Yuan, are you a cultivator from abroad?" Yun Luo Fairy asked as she and Yuan Ming sat down in a pavilion at the center of the garden, her eyes smilingly profound as she gazed at him.

"I suppose so," replied Yuan Ming, his brow slightly raising as he spoke composedly.

"Oh, does Fellow Daoist come from the Central Continent?" Yun Luo Fairy pressed.

"Fellow Daoist Yun Luo, I prefer to be straightforward. Please speak directly if you have business, otherwise, I will take my leave," Yuan Ming said, without responding to Yun Luo Fairy's probing.

"Actually, I came to this island uninvited today because I indeed have a matter to discuss with Fellow Daoist Yuan. I wish to purchase some White Infant Fruits and hope you can oblige," Yun Luo Fairy said after a slight bow.

"White Infant Fruit?" Yuan Ming's expression shifted as he saw that Yun Luo Fairy's demeanor did not seem deceitful.

He had read about this item in a Jade Scroll given by Mo Sanqi. Two White Infant Fruit Trees grew on Spiritual Ape Island, with over two thousand years of medicinal age. The fruits they bore were incredibly precious, categorized as Level 4 Spirit Fruits that ripened every century.

In the external Cultivation World, the classification of spiritual materials and Spirit Fruits was much more detailed and included grades similar to those for demon beasts.

"Those two mature White Infant Fruit Trees on your island, I wish to buy three fruits. Actually, my visit was to discuss this with Silver Dragon Daoist originally, but unfortunately, before I could speak to him, he was driven away by Fellow Daoist Yuan," Yun Luo Fairy said with a laugh.

"I have just taken over Spiritual Ape Island and am still unfamiliar with everything here, including those two White Infant Fruit Trees. Allow me to consider this. How about I give you an answer in six months?" Yuan Ming pondered briefly, then lifted his teacup and sipped.

He was not yet familiar with the value of the White Infant Fruit and naturally could not sell it carelessly.

"Of course," Yun Luo Fairy replied, not insisting and still smiling.

Having clarified Yun Luo Fairy's purpose, Yuan Ming slightly lowered his guard towards her, and the atmosphere of their conversation grew much more harmonious.

Yun Luo Fairy seemed intent on befriending Yuan Ming and, recognizing his unfamiliarity with the Dongji Sea, shared much about the area with him.

"…The Dongji Sea here is close to the Abyss and suffers from three major disasters. The first is the Extreme Wind, which occurs every few centuries and blows from the direction of the Abyss," Yun Luo Fairy said, taking a sip of her tea and speaking confidently.

"Extreme Wind, could it be the Wind Sea from inside the Abyss?" Yuan Ming thought to himself but did not interrupt.

"Extreme Wind is no ordinary storm; it contains a strong erosive force. Not only ordinary people, but even cultivators of slightly lower strength cannot withstand it directly. Only by taking shelter inside an array can one escape unscathed. However, the Dongji Sea Area just experienced an Extreme Wind disaster a few years ago, so there will be none for the next few centuries," Yun Luo Fairy continued on her own.

"Oh, what about the other two disasters?" Yuan Ming nodded slightly and asked.

"The second disaster is the Beast Calamity. The Dongji Sea is full of demon beasts, and every once in a while, these beasts launch attacks on the islands of the Dongji Sea, especially those with abundant spiritual energy," Yun Luo Fairy said, her expression growing stern. This сhаptеr wаs first sееn оn

"And the third disaster?" Yuan Ming asked.

"The third disaster is Demon Cultivators," Yun Luo Fairy said with a grave expression.

"Demon Cultivators?" Yuan Ming set down his teacup, his brows furrowing slightly.

"You don't know about Demon Cultivators? There are quite a few in the Central Continent as well, but they are not as rampant as here in the Dongji Sea," Yun Luo Fairy said, her face showing surprise.

"I come from a humble background and have been in solitary cultivation for many years, with limited experience. Pardon my ignorance," Yuan Ming said with a smile.

"I see. Demon Cultivators practice Demon Techniques, and many are traitors who have sided with the Demon World. These Demon Cultivators are very powerful, many of them supported by the Demon World with extensive resources and even methods to conceal their Demonic Qi. They are not to be underestimated and are very difficult to deal with," Yun Luo Fairy explained.

Yuan Ming nodded seriously, his thoughts turning. It seemed that in the outside world, Demon Clan cultivators were not uncommon and were considered an everyday sight.

"The harm caused by Demon Cultivators is far greater than that of the Extreme Wind or Beast Calamities. In recent years, several Returning to Void Stage island masters under the command of Dongji Palace have been killed by these Demon Cultivators. Fellow Daoist Yuan, having just come to the Dongji Sea, while you need not worry about the Extreme Wind and Beast Calamity for the time being, you must be very cautious of Demon Cultivators," Yun Luo Fairy advised, unable to discern anything from Yuan Ming's expression, hesitated slightly before continuing.

"Thank you for your guidance, Fellow Daoist Yun Luo. I will definitely remember this," Yuan Ming said earnestly.

After some more casual conversation, Yun Luo Fairy did not continue to sit and got up to bid farewell and leave.

"Fellow Daoist Yuan, as far as I know, there isn't much to mention about Spiritual Ape Island, but there are two people deeply connected with Silver Dragon Daoist. Please be cautious," the woman's voice transmission echoed in Yuan Ming's ear as she left.