The Vermillion Bird’s response didn’t surprise Su Yi at all.

Phoenix Fire Divine Essence was irresistibly tempting to any True Spirit Divine Bird.

With it, the malevolent soul of the Vermillion Bird could undergo a transformation akin to nirvanic rebirth!

“The favor I’m asking of you is simple. I’ll teach you a secret art now, and in the time that follows, should that mysterious person return, all you have to do is activate it to see through and take note of their appearance.” As he spoke, Su Yi took out the jade slip containing the Pupils of Perception and handed it over.

“Alright.” The Vermillion Bird straightforwardly agreed. “Then… Can you tell me about the Phoenix Fire Divine Essence?”

It looked utterly expectant.

Su Yi didn’t hide it. “This treasure is hidden deep within a forbidden ground, the Pool of Rebirth. However, without instructions, even an Emperor would have no hope of finding it. When I come back, I’ll tell you how to find it.”

“The Pool of Rebirth, huh…?” The Vermillion Bird nodded. “One more thing. What if that mysterious person never comes...