Immortality begins with becoming a master weapon refiner

Chapter 182 The Yin Corpse Demon Market
The main process of refining spiritual weapons is to nurture them. After completing the initial work, simply place them in the earth fire and wait until the fire is ready before finishing the process.

Along the way, he can improve his cultivation, practice spells, comprehend techniques, and even wander around outside.

"If we can forge multiple spiritual artifacts at the same time, it won't be a loss."

"I'm usually too busy with other things to practice using magical artifacts."

"If you think about it this way, refining spiritual weapons isn't such a bad deal after all; it's a trade-off."

As for the Dao Points, Gu Qing didn't pursue much; enough was sufficient. Often, one use was enough for him to digest for a long time, since it could only be used to replenish the lifespan Gu Qing had lost.

The methods derived from the longevity of the heavens require time to master.

This often leads to a cycle.

"Forget it, let's take it slow."

After figuring out the conversion value of the spiritual artifact, Gu Qing asked for leave again.

I'm going to the Demon Realm to test the difficulty of refining evil spirits.

It is expected to take about a year.

I have one copy each of the Heaven-Piercing Earth-Penetrating Talisman and the Ten-Thousand-Mile Sky-Piercing Talisman, so I don't need to spend merit points to exchange for them. The merit points I've accumulated so far are for long-term cultivation in the Earthly Fiend Abyss after returning to Baiyue Mountain, so I don't need to use them under normal circumstances.

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One month later, in the Demon Phoenix Tomb Realm, in the Demon Market of the Forest Sea.

By hiring guards from the Silverwing Mantis clan under the Golden-Backed Eagle, the Wind Leopard Caravan grew very rapidly, since 60% of the resources earned from each smuggling trip were used for development.

The caravan, which had fewer than twenty people half a year ago, has now expanded to a hundred people, with two Silver Winged Mantis guards of the upper eighth rank and twenty-four guards of the middle eighth rank.

The Wind Leopard clan deployed all its elite forces to the caravan, and with the protection of the Golden Token, they were not spied on by the Lord of the Demon Market.

"Greetings, Lord Mo Xuan."

"You did a good job."

"Thanks to the great man, Leopard's development has been so smooth."

"Hmm." Without going into further discussion, the Wind Leopard Clan received a 10% resource rebate, so Gu Qing didn't need to pay their salaries. For the Lesser Demon Clan, this 10% resource was already several times more than before, and they wouldn't generate any more greed for several years.

"How's the matter I asked you to investigate going?"

"I've got a clue."

After considering his thoughts, Bao Chong explained.

"There are 124 demon markets in the Demon Phoenix Tomb area. There are no demon kings, only seventh-grade scattered demons. As for whether there are clans supporting them in secret, that is unclear."

"The White Bone Fiend is located in the Bone Demon Tomb. It was developed by the Lord of the White Bone Demon Market a hundred years ago. He joined forces with twelve other demon markets around it to occupy it. To enter and refine the fiend, one needs a seventh-grade treasure as an entrance ticket and can only stay for one month."

"Or they could join the White Bone Demon Market and be given one spot each year to gather evil spirits and refine their bodies for three months."

"What about the Demon Soul Fiend? Tell me more about it."

"This one……"

Leopard Head scratched his head, looking somewhat ashamed.

"The Demon Soul is relatively rare, and few demons know about it. Its production is also fixed."

"It was first discovered twenty years ago in the 'Tomb of the Corpse,' where it was secretly possessed by a ghostly corpse demon, and was only discovered by others a few years ago."

"This corpse demon calls itself the Blood Bone King, a seventh-rank peak, only one step away from the sixth rank."

"They joined forces with three other demon market lords of the same realm nearby, seized control of the Demon Soul Fiend, and only sold seven slots to outsiders each year. Moreover, they stipulated that one could only refine the Fiend for half a month, so very few demons went to buy it."

Gu Qing nodded, indicating that he understood.

This is the difference between the demon race and the human race. The human race needs evil energy, but only when they reach the middle level of the seventh rank, or when they cultivate a certain special technique or supernatural power.

Because the demon race has a slightly different path, they regard the Earthly Fiend Qi as an excellent resource for refining the body and purifying the bloodline. Some rare varieties are even coveted by sixth-rank demon kings.

The Demon Soul Demon has only been around for a short time, but it is definitely a rare species. Its unique characteristics on the soul side represent its unique value.

How much does it cost?

"Around 300 spirit stones."

"Take me there."

Things that can be solved with money aren't a big problem. Gu Qing is already quite wealthy. Anyway, they can't sell all their spots, so it's always good to experience it.

The Demon Phoenix Tomb Realm is named after the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Tomb.

Although no demon has ever discovered the true face of this tomb, there are a large number of other tombs scattered in this area. Even if you don't find a tomb every step, you can always dig something up after walking a few hundred steps.

The contents of the Yin Corpse Tomb are unknown. It was unearthed a thousand years ago, and the main burial chamber suddenly collapsed twenty years ago, giving the corpse demon an opportunity to be exposed to the public eye in recent years. Its subordinates are mostly mindless Yin Corpses, making them half-demon and half-ghost, similar to the Guhuoniao (a mythical bird).

This place is rich in yin spirit energy and has a Yin Corpse Demon Market, which mainly sells yin spirit materials and demon materials, making it quite unique.

Leopard Chong handed the caravan over to his deputy and then led Gu Qing to the Yin Corpse Demon Market.

He was responsible for communicating with the managers of the Demon Market and purchasing the quota for Refining Evil.

This manager, with the cultivation level of the eighth rank, should be a corpse beetle in its true form. After transforming into human form, it has four narrow compound eyes and obvious insect-like features on its body.

"Manager Shi, I want to buy a spot for the Refining Demon skill."

"Leopard Charge?"

The other party clearly knew him. In the smuggling business, the most important thing is the channels. With the caravan expanding so quickly, he must have connections in the surrounding demon markets.

The construction manager was one of them.

"You want to refine evil spirits? Your cultivation level isn't high enough."

"Haha, of course I'm not enough, but my master does need some. Are there any spots available?"

"Yes, this business is relatively new. We had four left over last year, and we have two left this year. Do you want them all?"

Upon hearing this, Bao Chong appeared slightly surprised.

Can I buy it repeatedly?

"Of course, one spot allows for half a month of Refining Qi, so two spots would be a month. What do you say, Fellow Daoist Leopard?"

"All of them."

"Thank you for your kindness. Six hundred spirit stones, or equivalent spirit items, are all acceptable."

Leopard Chong patted his pockets. For those traveling with caravans, storage treasures were essential. He took out about a thousand catties of gilded ore to trade, which was the purchase funds given to him by Gu Qing.

After handling the transaction, I received a bone token.

"The Sha Pit will be open for another two months this year. At that time, you can enter the main tomb chamber of the Yin Corpse Pit with the Bone Token. If you miss the time, it will not count."

"I'll remember that. I'll take my leave now."

Seeing that the leopard had rushed away, Steward Shi summoned a servant and gave him instructions.

"Inform the Lord, the fat sheep has arrived."

"Yes."

After the attendants left, Steward Shi muttered to himself.

"Golden-backed Eagle's lackeys deserve to die."

"This gilt ore is quite good; it can fetch a good price."

After speaking, he went to attend to his new business.

On the streets of the demon market, Gu Qing slowly opened his eyes. Given his vigilance, he wouldn't let Bao Chong go to trade alone with his wealth, so he waited outside and spied on him with his divine sense.

In the demon race, the strong prey on the weak, and the probability of being robbed if you expose your wealth is extremely high.

Having a powerful ethnic group to protect you would be a different story.

Right now, we've encountered a low-probability event.

Leopard rushed up to Gu Qing, handed him the bone token, and briefly explained the situation.

"Do you know who the mastermind is behind the Yin Corpse Demon Market?"

Leopard was taken aback and shook his head.

"I'm not too sure, but the Demon Market is a mixed bag. There's a place called [Soul Chaser Tower] that specializes in selling intelligence and taking on assassination missions. It's present in almost every Demon Market."

"If an adult wants to know something, they can pay to get the answer."

"Is that so? You can go back now."

"Yes."

With a respectful bow, Leopard Chong left the Yin Corpse Demon Market, preparing to return and take over the caravan. Gu Qing secretly followed and protected him, wanting to test the methods of this Demon Market Lord.

If he's lucky, this place will become his new business.

The Demon Soul Demon is his own possession.

The demon race is known for its simple and unpretentious nature. However, the fact that the Golden-backed Eagle clan has aroused public anger indicates that the situation in the demon realm is far more turbulent than it appears on the surface.

This is his work; we should really learn something about it.

(End of this chapter)