My experience of grinding in another world

Chapter 725 Second Tier
Five hundred li south of Shuanghua Valley, on a low hill, sits a charming thatched cottage beside a stream.

Chen Mu sat quietly in a large bamboo chair by the window on the left side of the door, his eyes lowered.

Within the jade seed, the River Chariot Divine Aperture reversed, and streams of jade-white primordial energy flew out and entered the Yellow Springs Gourd Primordial Talisman beside it.

The Yellow Springs Gourd Talisman is gold and black in color, and its shape is very similar to the Divine Aperture Talisman. The nine-layered hollow spherical spiritual treasure talisman rotates randomly, nested together like a ghostly ball.

The innate energy entered it and immediately dispersed into clouds and mist.

Chen Mu carefully manipulated the device, following the pattern of the Lingbao Yuanfu diagram, and gradually piled and wove it in the hollowed-out areas.

a moment.

Swish!
A sound like a sand sculpture collapsing and fine sand falling to the ground rang out, and the Yellow Springs Gourd Talisman collapsed into specks of fluorescent light and dissipated without warning.

Chen Mu was stunned for a moment, then opened his eyes.

The gray stone gate appeared before his eyes. He stared intently at the Yellow Springs Gourd section, and a few insights suddenly flowed into his heart.

"It is indeed quite difficult to stack Yuan Runes in thirty-two hollowed-out spaces at the same time." Chen Mu's expression was quite calm.

He has experienced similar failures thousands of times over the past period.

After carefully noting down the points of failure reported by the gray wall, Chen Mu closed his eyes and continued trying.

A quarter of an hour later, the magical talisman, resembling a sphere of ghostly craftsmanship, reappeared.

Having learned from his previous failure, Chen Mu's condensation process went extremely smoothly this time. By the time the new Yuan Talisman, which involved thirty-two different points, was completed, the hollowed-out spherical spiritual treasure Yuan Talisman was still perfectly intact, slowly rotating around the divine aperture.

“Another step forward.” Chen Mu smiled.

"With this successful experience, we have completely overcome this Yuanfu hurdle."

The Yellow Springs Gourd Talisman is intricate and difficult to obtain, like dominoes; a slight mishap could cause the entire system to collapse.

Starting from scratch doesn't guarantee that every elemental symbol will be successfully condensed, which sometimes leads to regression instead of progress, getting stuck in a certain stage for a long time.

"No wonder so many people choose to practice their magic weapons externally."

Fortunately, Shimen's abilities are still working.

Chen Mu looked at the gray stone door in front of him and shrugged rather easily.

When he successfully condenses a spiritual treasure talisman, the stone gate records the successful experience each time. No matter how many times he repeats it afterward, he will be able to successfully condense it.

In this way, he only needs to focus on figuring out the latest difficult points of the Yuanfu each time he practices.

Moreover, even if the new Yuanfu fails to condense, the Stone Gate will provide the correct insights. All he needs to do is practice repeatedly to find the best construction plan.

Combining the two, the experience in creating the Yellow Springs Gourd increased rapidly.

As his thoughts raced, Chen Mu closed his eyes, intending to begin a new challenge, only to discover that the magical power within the jade seed had not yet fully recovered.

"The concentration of celestial energy in ordinary places is indeed a bit lacking." He opened his eyes helplessly.

"Running away directly is probably not an option." Chen Mu sighed as he looked at the distant, rolling mountains. "To ensure the speed of my cultivation, I still have to return to Shuanghua Academy."

Half a month ago, Chen Mu discovered a soul-fixing stake in Shuanghua Courtyard. He instinctively felt uneasy and immediately wanted to run away.

That's what he thought, and that's what he did.

This small hill is the third temporary place he has been looking for, and he has been here for seven or eight days.

However, after several attempts, it was unexpectedly discovered that without the support and guidance of the earth's veins, the amount of celestial energy in a certain area always has an upper limit, unlike the continuous flow of energy in Shuanghuayuan.

"Until we find another suitable place to stay, we will have to stay in Shuanghua Courtyard for the time being."

“In that case…we must ensure the safety of Shuanghua Courtyard and prevent Suolong Courtyard from discovering it.” Chen Mu narrowed his eyes.

From within the sleeve, twelve crimson feather magic swords slowly flew out, disappearing into the air in the blink of an eye.

"Unfortunately, the level of the Pulling Mechanism Technique is not high enough, and there are only twelve Pulling Mechanism Talismans."

"If there were hundreds or thousands of them, controlling countless Zhu Yu magic swords, they could definitely monitor the area within a thousand miles around Shuanghua Courtyard."

"Now we can only devote more attention to the slightest disturbances around us."

“We also need to investigate the lower-level disciples within the academy to ensure there are no spies like Bai Xiaoqing lurking in the shadows.”

"Hmm, those twelve Soul-Stabilizing Stakes also need to be concealed with Extinguishing Stones." Chen Mu's thoughts raced.

If he had a suitable secret technique, he would have even considered modifying all the protective spells of Shuanghua Courtyard.

"No one is allowed to disturb my peaceful cultivation!"

……

Hidden Thunder Gorge, Sacred Heart Hall.

It was as if the scene from three months ago was repeating itself.

Luo Ding sat cross-legged on a prayer mat, while Bai Shou and Zhang Li stood respectfully in the middle of the hall.

"Didn't you say that person would inform the Lock Dragon Academy?" Luo Ding asked Bai Shou expressionlessly.

This……

"Perhaps that person felt the infiltration time was too short and was afraid of being discovered, so he hasn't made a move." Bai Shou clasped his hands in a fist salute.

He looked thoughtful and calm, but in his heart he wanted to strangle Chen Mu.

Isn't this person being a little too cautious?

They've been infiltrating Shuanghua Courtyard for over three months, and haven't leaked a single message out?!
asshole!

Luo Ding didn't speak, but calmly stared at Bai Shou, an invisible pressure slowly filling the entire hall.

The Heart-Nourishing Pill is crucial to his own progress in his cultivation path, and he cannot allow any unexpected events to occur.

Feeling the pressure that seemed to be looming overhead, Bai Shou's back was covered in cold sweat. He immediately spoke up, "Don't worry, Chief, I have a backup plan!"

“I promised to give that person the roots of Bizhen tea, and I sent Bai Xiaoqing to Shuanghua Courtyard not long ago.”

"Judging by the time, the two of them will be meeting soon."

"That person will definitely use Bai Xiaoqing to send a message to the Great Zhou Dragon Locking Academy."

"And even if that person doesn't say it, Bai Xiaoqing will."

"Bai Xiaoqing is a secret agent of the Great Zhou who has been infiltrating Bai Family Village for decades. He would never hide such important information about Shuanghua Courtyard from Suolong Courtyard!" Bai Shou said confidently.

……

"Hey, isn't this Lao Bai? It's been a long time since we last met."

One hundred and twenty li east of Shuanghua Courtyard, by a stream, Chen Mu squatted on the branch of a tall tree, grinning as he watched the large, fat figure inside the earthen carriage below.

The earthen chariot, which was dragging Bai Xiaoqing's heavy body through the air, suddenly froze in mid-air. Bai Xiaoqing looked up at the smiling Chen Mu, his heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly had a bad feeling.

"You've brought me some Bizhen tea roots, right?" Chen Mu said with a smile as he jumped down from the tree.

"I really feel bad for troubling you to make this trip through mountains and rivers."

"Here, I'll give you something nice to play with." He said, raising his right hand, and a tiny speck of light appeared in his palm.

Bai Xiaoqing felt a chill run down his spine.

"I cannot accept a reward without merit; I am ashamed to receive it!" He forced a smile.

“We’re like brothers. I was able to get into Sacred Heart College entirely thanks to your recommendation!” With that, he strode towards the earthen palanquin.

Follow the two!

We've met so many times we can count them on one hand.

Such a lively atmosphere can't possibly mean anything good!
Without a second thought, his obese body, as nimble as a swallow, leaped from the ground carriage and immediately began to dash towards the mountains and forests behind him.

But just as he jumped into the air, a thick gray rope suddenly appeared in mid-air.

The ropes zipped through the air quickly, and in no time at all, he was tightly bound together.

Chen Mu smiled and beckoned with his finger, and Bai Xiaoqing, who was like a silkworm cocoon, slowly floated in front of him.

"Master Chen, your arrival at Sacred Heart Temple is all thanks to my introduction!"

"So, I'm here to repay you," Chen Mu said with a grin.

I'd rather not have this reward!
Bai Xiaoqing's ingratiating smile was more like a grimace!

Chen Mu chuckled and flicked the Heavenly Demon Spirit Seed into Bai Xiaoqing's brow.

In just a few breaths, Bai Xiaoqing's expression began to change.

He was conflicted, suspicious, fierce, and respectful. One moment he regarded Chen Mu as an enemy, and the next he looked at Chen Mu as if he were a god.

It successfully parasitized so quickly?

This...this is way too fast!
Chen Mu lowered his hand, which he had intended to use to knock out the chubby man, and was greatly surprised.

Previously, the Jade Cicada Qi was used in conjunction with the Plague Immortal Technique for refining, which greatly enhanced the Heavenly Demon Spirit Seed's ability to invade.

Although it can be done without the Heavenly Demon Curse, it still requires knocking a person unconscious before it can parasitize.

The chubby guy was clearly conscious, yet he was instantly invaded and assimilated?!

This……

Is it because the foundation of the Dao has been perfected?
"The new Jade Cicada Qi combined with the Plague Immortal Technique has actually catalyzed the Heavenly Demon Spirit Seed to such a terrifying degree!" Watching the chubby man's face change repeatedly, Chen Mu couldn't help but feel a chill run down his spine.

"I heard in my past life that people who are born with an excessive amount of oxytocin are particularly trusting of others. Is the Heavenly Demon Spirit Seed based on a similar principle?"

"Using special powers to influence the body and mind, gradually making people lower their guard?"

"This Heavenly Demon Spirit Seed is truly quite strange!"

"We must be extremely cautious in the future, or we risk being condemned by everyone!"

As Chen Mu sensed the increasingly clear connection with the Heavenly Demon Spirit Seed, he knew that Bai Xiaoqing had become one of his own, just like his brother Hong Yi.

As long as he makes a clear request, this guy will absolutely not reveal the location of Shuanghua Courtyard, and he can continue to cultivate immortality in peace.

Chen Mu stopped thinking about it. He waved his hand to disperse the ropes that the Candle Dragon had transformed into, walked forward, put his arm around the chubby man's shoulder, and pulled him toward Twin Flower Valley.

"Alright, Lao Bai, stop worrying about it."

"Come on, come on, I'll roast a rabbit for you... But forget about the rabbit, I'll stew two colorful pheasants for you to welcome you back."

"There's also the Spirit Nourishing Wine. This stuff is really good. Whether you're practicing Qi cultivation, cultivating immortality, or transforming into a Dragon Locker, it's a great tonic."

"You've definitely made the right choice coming here..."

Bai Xiaoqing: "..."

I'd rather not come!

……

More than twenty days later.

Twin Flower Valley, leading to the Temple of Gods.

Chen Mu lay in the rocking chair at the entrance of the main hall as usual.

Inside the jade, a nine-layered, hollowed-out sphere slowly rotates beside the divine aperture.

At a certain moment, the golden-black sphere touched the River Chariot Divine Aperture.

hum!
Like two water droplets merging, two spheres with extremely similar structures merged into one without any hindrance.

The eighteen layers of uniquely structured elemental and magical symbols rotated randomly, forming a unified whole yet remaining independent of each other, a sight that seemed mysterious at first glance.

"The Yellow Springs General Principles and the Yellow Springs Gourd Internal Cultivation Method are of the same lineage, and are indeed extremely compatible."

"This internal cultivation method for spiritual treasures was the right choice!"

Chen Mu summoned the gray stone door with satisfaction.

Yellow Springs Gourd: 3/10000/Tier 2;

"After nearly four months of hard training, I've finally completed the first stage, haha!" He couldn't help but smile.

……

Hidden Thunder Gorge, Sacred Heart Hall.

Luo Ding's face darkened: "Bai Xiaoqing is a spy?"

"Would Chen Mu reveal the location of the Twin Gardens?"

"Almost a month has passed, and there's still no movement from the Great Zhou Dragon Locking Academy!"

I'd like to know too.

Bai Shou's face trembled, and he was no longer as calm as before.

One is a secret agent who has been hiding in the Great Zhou Dragon Locking Academy for many years, and the other is closely related to the Great Zhou Dragon Locking Academy. Is it really okay for them to keep our Sacred Heart Academy's secrets like this?

You guys are so tight-lipped, whose people are you anyway?!
Facing Luo Ding's increasingly hostile gaze, Bai Shou was sweating profusely with anxiety.

(End of this chapter)