Han Xuanji only stopped signing in after the System notifications ceased.
The Weak Water Profound Crystal appeared as a pitch-black, bizarre crystal; it was no simple Ore, but an essence nurtured within the Weak Water for countless years, containing the extremely pure properties of Weak Water Profound Yin Power. It was likewise a top-tier material.
The Heavenly River Star Sand consisted of gravel that shimmered with various faint lights like stars. This was a special spiritual material formed by the long-term washing of stellar essence within the Heavenly River, and it was also one of the Materials used to construct the chaos heaven gate.
"The barrier here is indeed exceptional."
Han Xuanji praised it, having no intention of delving deeper into the Weak Water region.
The System had already indicated that the dao-rhythm here was declining, and the core area might involve Heavenly Court defense secrets; it was neither appropriate nor necessary to explore it by force.
Li Haokong stood by in attendance, though he was secretly marvelling in his heart.
He had seen many powerful beings come here to observe the Weak Water, but none were like Han Xuanji, who simply watched quietly for a moment as if that forbidden land, which made even immortals and gods turn away, was nothing more than a unique piece of scenery in his eyes.
"The Heavenly River Weak Water lives up to its reputation; it is indeed a miraculous place containing the ultimate principles of Heaven and Earth."
Han Xuanji spoke slowly, his voice calm.
Li Haokong hurriedly bowed:
"Great Heavenly Venerable's cultivation is profound and hits the mark with a single word. This river is indeed a wonder of Heaven and Earth's creation, having guarded the Heavenly Court for countless eons."
"Mhm."
Han Xuanji nodded, turning his gaze toward other more brilliant and bright sections of the Heavenly River.
"Aside from the Weak Water, I imagine the rest of the Heavenly River also holds its own mysteries."
Hearing this, Li Haokong did not dare to be negligent and hurriedly said:
"The 'Heavenly River Star Marrow' nurtured within is also a rare treasure. Furthermore, legends say that deep at the bottom of the river lie stellar remains and immortal treasures that fell here during ancient times or even earlier. Occasionally, a lucky individual might encounter such an Opportunity."
"Great Heavenly Venerable, would you like to continue touring along the Heavenly River? Ahead is the 'Heavenly River Ferry Crossing,' where one can observe the grandeur of stars hanging over the vast plains, and there is also the former site of the 'Heavenly River Palace.'"
Li Haokong offered a timely suggestion.
"Then let us go take a look."
Han Xuanji followed the suggestion readily. Having finished signing in at the Heavenly River Weak Water, it was time to move to another place to continue his "exploration." He didn't particularly care about the "stellar remains" or "immortal treasures" Li Haokong mentioned; no matter how good an ancient treasure was, it could hardly compare to the core items he obtained through signing in.
"As you command!"
Li Haokong joyfully led the way. Being able to accompany this Great Heavenly Venerable to a few more sights was exactly what he desired.
Although he did not know why Han Xuanji wanted to visit these places, he had more or less figured out Han Xuanji's general intentions.
Han Xuanji followed Li Haokong forward and soon arrived at a ferry.
The so-called "Heavenly River Ferry Crossing" was not a mortal pier, but a magnificent platform forged from special immortal Materials, suspended by the side of the brilliant Heavenly River.
The platform extended into the river's surface with no railings at the edges, only swirling mists of starlight. Standing at the edge of the platform felt like being in the center of a galaxy, with flowing starlight and deep Void Realm in all directions. The intersection of the Heavenly River's extreme magnificence and one's own sense of insignificance was soul-shaking.
Upon the ferry moored several small boats of ancient design, shrouded in faint starlight; these were "Star Boats" specifically used for navigating the safe zones of the Heavenly River.
Currently, no immortals or gods were using them, making the ferry appear even more empty and tranquil.
"Great Heavenly Venerable, this place is the Heavenly River Ferry Crossing."
Li Haokong introduced:
"During the ancient era, Heavenly Court officials traveling between the various Star Domains to inspect different worlds would often depart from here by Star Boat, sailing through the tributaries of the Heavenly River toward the boundless Void Realm.
Because this place has been washed by the Heavenly River's Star Power for a long time, the laws of time and space are also quite active here."
Han Xuanji stood at the edge of the ferry, his robes fluttering slightly in the starlit currents. He cast his gaze toward the boundless, brilliant Heavenly River and the deep Universe, feeling the unique sense of space and the Concept of departure, which indeed gave him some minor insights.
And the System prompt rang out on time.
[Detected Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Ferry Crossing." Would you like to sign in?]
"Sign in."
Han Xuanji's thought shifted slightly.
[Congratulations Host, sign-in at the Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Ferry Crossing" successful. You have obtained the item "sky-patrolling star boat."]
The sky-patrolling star boat was forged from rare immortal Materials such as Star Fine Gold, Void Wood, and Flowing Light Sand. With this item, one could cross the Heavenly River or even travel through Chaos. It could withstand several full-power attacks from the Celestial Golden Immortal Realm, making its value immeasurable.
[Congratulations Host, sign-in at the Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Ferry Crossing" successful. You have obtained the item "Heavenly River Guiding Star Lamp."]
This was an ancient-looking bronze lamp that could automatically draw in Heavenly River Star Power to assist in cultivation, and it could also guide the way forward, seeing through the mists of the Void Realm.
[Congratulations Host, sign-in at the Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Ferry Crossing" successful. You have obtained the item "Celestial Star Chart."]
[Celestial Star Chart: A star chart recording the Chaos star paths, which can be used to travel through Chaos.]
[Congratulations Host, sign-in at the Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Ferry Crossing" successful. You have obtained one portion of "Heavenly River Star Marrow."]
...The gains from the Heavenly River Ferry Crossing leaned toward utility. Although there were no earth-shattering supreme treasures, things like the Star Boat, guiding lamp, and compass were all decent little toys, and Han Xuanji accepted them all.
"Setting out on a long journey, watching over the return path... the dao-rhythm here is quite special."
Han Xuanji commented before withdrawing his gaze from the river of stars.
"Where is that Heavenly River Palace?"
"In response to the Great Heavenly Venerable, the Heavenly River Palace is not far above the ferry, atop a floating immortal islet. Please follow this small immortal."
Li Haokong led Han Xuanji away from the ferry platform, ascending on a cloud.
A moment later, a ruin of a palace complex built upon a massive floating immortal mountain came into view.
Most of the palaces were already dilapidated, but the main frames remained. The Materials used were extremely exquisite, mostly immortal Materials like Star Jade and Heavenly River Sunken Silver; even after countless years, they still flowed with a faint starlight.
This place had clearly been abandoned for a long time with no one to tend to it, yet it remained clean. An ancient sense of history was precipitated among the broken walls and debris.
[Detected Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Palace." Would you like to sign in?]
"System, sign in."
Han Xuanji murmured in his heart.
[Congratulations Host, sign-in at the Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Palace" successful. You have obtained the "Heavenly River War Halberd."]
[Congratulations Host, sign-in at the Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Palace" successful. You have obtained the "Heavenly River War Armor."]
[Congratulations Host, sign-in at the Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Palace" successful. You have obtained the "Heavenly River War God Legacy."]
[Congratulations Host, sign-in at the Eight-Star Sign-in Location "Heavenly River Palace" successful. You have obtained the "Heavenly River Navy War Array."]
...This seemed to be the Legacy left by a powerful divine general who guarded the Heavenly River, containing multiple killing Divine Abilities and water-based combat Divine Abilities that led directly to the Primordial Chaos Taiji Realm.
Han Xuanji inquired a bit and learned of the origins of this Heavenly River War God.
He was one of the Ten Great War Gods of the Heavenly Court. During the ancient era, he had used the Heavenly River Array to slay countless members of the Demon Race and had also killed many powerful ancient arch-demons, earning him a resounding reputation. After clashing with a Great Heavenly Demon during the ancient Great War, he went missing, and to this day, there has been no sign of his return.
This Legacy was naturally useless to Han Xuanji, but for Disciples like Jiang Hao, it might provide great inspiration; it was better than nothing.