The vast expanse of the sky was illuminated by the radiant moon, casting a hazy, mist-like glow. The vast ocean beneath rippled gently, breaking the moon's reflection into shimmering fragments of gold. 0

"I don't possess the Inner Realm Treasure," Wang Xuan declared, reluctant to confront beings who might very well be of the Celestial order. Even with the protective veil of the curtain between them, he felt an unsettling reverence for these inscrutable entities. Having previously encountered the Red-clothed Sorceress, he'd grown wary of venturing into ancient domains.0

"No matter," the ferryman replied with a calm demeanor. "Meeting alone is a matter of fate. This boat has lain dormant for years, and it's rare for someone to board it now. Just a casual chat here might lead to opportunities for collaboration." The ferryman's gaze shifted once more to Wang Xuan's dagger, adding, "Besides, you have some impressive artifacts with you."0

The sea was calm, and the bamboo boat remained steady. The ferryman, rod in hand, sat at the bow, gazing into the void. The curtain approached, descending slowly from the sky, aligning with the sea's horizon, its edges shrouded in a gentle mist.0

A faint luminosity traveled between the Transcendent Bamboo boat and the curtain, connected...1