Cultivating Immortality Begins with Rejuvenation.

Chapter 343 Obtaining a Spiritual Treasure
On the small spirit ship bearing the inscription "Sishui Chamber of Commerce," Li Ji'an stood outside the cabin, awaiting the summons of Chairman Yu Xiao.

However, this wait lasted for three days and three nights.

Li Ji'an understood his thoughts.

It's obvious that he's venting his dissatisfaction.

Previously, the old traitor Chun Yuan had come in person, and Li Ji'an deliberately acted more realistically in order to distance himself from Liu Qingyun, who was using this pseudonym.

This inevitably caused Yu Xiao Zhenren, who had been under pressure within the Chamber of Commerce to give special treatment to Guo Wanzhi and Huang Jie, to lose face and gain criticism within the Chamber.

Anyone would be furious.

Li Ji'an had even prepared himself for the possibility that he would not be able to stay in the Surabaya Chamber of Commerce in the future.

However, judging from Master Yuxiao's actions at this moment, it seems that he has no intention of completely driving him away.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have punished them so lightly.

"Elder Huang, the Chairman requests your presence." It wasn't until the early hours of the fourth day that a maid finally emerged from the ship's cabin.

Li Ji'an had just stepped into the ship's cabin.

Inside the ship's cabin, Jade Flute Immortal leaned against the warm bed, his usually decisive demeanor slightly relaxed, letting the maid massage his body with a touch of languor.

"Sit down." Jade Flute Master did not open his eyes, but his fiery red lips moved slightly.

"Thank you, Chairman." Li Ji'an sat down as if nothing had happened, showing no reaction to the ordeal of waiting outside for three days and three nights.

Upon noticing Li Ji'an's attitude, Master Yuxiao frowned inwardly, wondering how someone could be so shameless.

He couldn't help but ask, "Little Huang, you've been in Wanshang Domain for almost five years. How have I treated you?"

"The president has taken great care of me, not only securing me the opportunity to form my core at the Feihong Dojo, but also granting me the opportunity to cultivate at the third-tier Dojo. I am always grateful and always think of repaying him," Li Ji'an replied without hesitation.

"Bang!" Upon hearing this, Master Yuxiao could no longer hold back and suddenly sat up, overturning the tea table in front of him.

"Is this how you repay the chairman?"

"President, please calm down, this junior..."

"Shut up! If it weren't for my gratitude to your master, I wouldn't have opened the door for you so openly. Yet you are so disappointing. If you had put in even a little effort, I wouldn't be facing such criticism from within the Chamber of Commerce."

As fellow disciples of the same master, look at Wanzhi!

Not only is he highly skilled in alchemy, but he also cultivates diligently. This time, he is very likely to achieve the solidification of a true pill. Once he advances to the third-level alchemist, he can gain status and respect in the Chamber of Commerce based on his own abilities.

And you? You are not even one or two tenths as good as your master's superb talisman skills, and your progress in cultivation is slow. You are also ambitious and unrealistic, vainly seeking the Flying Goose Dojo.

If I had known this would happen, I would have recommended Fei Hong Dojo to Wanzhi in the first place.

"With your current magical power, you might break the record for the worst Core Formation result at the Flying Goose Dojo!"

Li Ji'an could tell that Master Yuxiao was truly angry and had finally vented all the pent-up frustration he had accumulated over the years.

"I will do my utmost!"

Seeing that Li Ji'an remained calm and composed, Master Yuxiao was extremely disappointed. He wished Li Ji'an could at least offer a rebuttal or make up an excuse.

This is enough to show that Li Ji'an is completely beyond saving.

"Oh well, I was too harsh just now!" Having confirmed that Li Ji'an was beyond redemption, Master Yuxiao regained his composure and recalled the face he had seen through physiognomy.

He has the appearance of someone who will die young, the appearance of a petty person, the appearance of someone mediocre, and a lecherous person.

Just now, she had been thinking of her husband's feelings and Wanzhi's emotions, so she still had a glimmer of hope in her heart.

Now that I've calmed down, I won't say anything more.

After all, the other party has the appearance of a petty person. If they cannot understand my good intentions, it would be unwise for them to repay kindness with enmity in the future.

In particular, the fact that he died young made Master Yuxiao wonder if it was related to his attempt to form the Golden Core.

Normally, cultivators who can pursue the Flying Goose Dojo are those who have accumulated a strong foundation in the Foundation Establishment stage. Regardless of their own magical power, spiritual sense, or even the spiritual treasures needed for Core Formation, they are not worried that the spiritual energy of ordinary third-tier dojos will be insufficient and affect the quality of their Core Formation.

Ninety-nine percent of cultivators at the Feihong Dojo focus solely on whether the quality of the resulting pill meets their expectations; the possibility of failure in pill formation is virtually nonexistent.

As for the extremely few who failed to form their core, it was because they pursued the ultimate in the final purification of the pill's impurities, but their potential was already insufficient. They forcibly flushed the core, causing the already solidified core to explode, ultimately resulting in their death and the dissipation of their souls.

In Master Yuxiao's view, Li Ji'an's current magical power and aura at the Feihong Dojo must be the worst among the cultivators who have formed their core at the Feihong Dojo in the past few hundred years.

At the same time, due to the restrictions within the Chamber of Commerce, she was unable to obtain another top-grade Core Formation Spiritual Treasure for Li Ji'an, since she had already provided Guo Wanzhi with a Core Formation Spiritual Treasure ranked in the top 100.

Therefore, the failure rate of his attempt to form his core is very high, and there may even be a risk to his life.

"This is a precious spiritual treasure that I, the guild master, obtained for you on behalf of your master. Although its effects cannot compare with those listed spiritual treasures for Core Formation, it still has some use, especially in protecting your dantian. It may even save your life in a critical moment. Take it!"

In the end, Jade Flute Immortal provided Li Ji'an with a Core Formation Treasure. Of course, its effects could not compare with those on the ranking list, and it was only slightly better than the 500-year-old Heavenly Heart Grass.

Her original intention was to give him a minor punishment as a warning for what had happened, and after reprimanding him, she hoped he would show remorse and start anew. Then she would take the opportunity to reward him. This was a common tactic she used when she was in charge of the Chamber of Commerce.

As a result, Li Ji'an was beyond help, which made her give up completely.

But because of her husband's relationship with Guo Wanzhi, she did not want him to die here.

Li Ji'an looked up at Master Yuxiao, his heart stirred slightly. He was very satisfied with the past five years in the Sishui Chamber of Commerce. He had also learned a little about the infighting within the Sishui Chamber of Commerce after the auction. He could only say that Master Yuxiao had not had an easy time either.

Especially considering that he also possesses ancestral face-reading skills, he still treats the identity of "Huang Jie" in this way.

That's already extremely rare.

"Thank you, President!" Li Ji'an bowed and accepted the Core Formation Spiritual Treasure handed to him.

"Do your best!"

"Furthermore, if you successfully form your core this time, the Chamber of Commerce plans to send you to Linchun Immortal City to guard it. Don't worry, it's just a sinecure." Jade Flute Master waved his hand after saying that.

Li Ji'an bowed and withdrew.

"Governing Linchun Immortal City?"

In the Sishui Chamber of Commerce, if a nascent immortal seedling fails to be cultivated, for example, if it is cultivated according to the standards of a True Core Immortal but only forms a False Core, it will be sent to guard the garrison of other immortal cities.

It is clear that Master Yuxiao has no expectations for his Core Formation result.

That's normal; given the magical aura he's currently displaying, a fake core is to be expected.

As for why he was sent to Linchun Immortal City, he wasn't sure if it was because of the eroticism revealed by this disguise.

Linchun Immortal City is the headquarters of the Yaochi Chamber of Commerce, where Bai Cailing works.

There lies the most prosperous dual cultivation industry in the entire Wanshang Domain, and even in the eastern part of the entire Daze cultivation world.

Li Ji'an shook his head with a smile, wondering what kind of expression Jade Flute Master would have when he saw the extraordinary phenomenon of his Core Formation. After that, Jade Flute Master never encountered Li Ji'an again.

A month and a half later, the spirit ship arrived at Feihong Immortal City.

Meanwhile, Wu Weixiong's message had also arrived.

He already had Wu Weixiong's communication talisman, and had informed him of the plan two months ago. This was the first message from the new communication talisman that Li Ji'an had sent two months ago.

With a month and a half left before his own queuing time, Li Ji'an temporarily stayed at the Chamber of Commerce headquarters with Master Yuxiao.

After Master Yuxiao finished dealing with the Chamber of Commerce, Li Ji'an immediately sent a message to the old thief Chun Yuan.

That evening, the two met at a restaurant in Xiancheng.

Li Ji'an also handed over Wu Weixiong's message to him for review.

"Good!" The old thief Chun Yuan was delighted upon seeing Wu Weixiong's reply.

Wu Weixiong said that he had a connection with Li Ji'an's master and accepted Li Ji'an's invitation.

However, the agreed time is not yet set, as he needs to go to the Tiancang Domain to handle some sect matters, which could take one or two years at the shortest and three to five years at the longest.

Despite numerous deductions by the old thief Chun Yuan, he failed to find any flaws in the analysis.

He could accept this timing.

"Little Huang, thank you for your hard work. If this succeeds, I will definitely reward you handsomely!"

"Congratulations, senior, on your imminent recovery of your ancestor's relics," Li Ji'an echoed with congratulations.

Chun Yuan shook his head: "It's too early to say whether the Black Light Umbrella is in Wu Weixiong's hands."

"Should I try to test him again?" Li Ji'an suggested.

"No need. Too much of a good thing can be bad. We must not let them become wary," the old thief Chun Yuan hurriedly denied.

“Then… senior, I am about to form my core, and I humbly request that you bestow upon me a precious treasure for this purpose!” Li Ji’an immediately cupped his hands in a gesture of supplication.

Upon hearing this, the old thief Chun Yuan, having anticipated it, smiled and said, "Little Huang, don't be offended. Our spiritual contract dictates that I can only receive this treasure after the matter is accomplished. Giving it to you in advance would be against the rules."

Li Ji'an said sincerely, "I know that this matter involves a breach of contract, but I really can't wait any longer. If I were to form my core again after that... even if you gave me this Snow Milk, it would be impossible to form my core again."

The old thief Chun Yuan looked troubled and pondered for a moment.

"Senior, I will do my best to serve you. Besides, with the Spirit Contract as a check, even if I obtain the Snow Milk ahead of time, I will only work harder for you. Please grant my request." Li Ji'an continued to plead.

"Hahaha, young friend, you flatter me. As I said before, we hit it off immediately. This Core Formation Treasure is not entirely because you helped me. It's also because I couldn't bear to see my fellow cultivators suffering in this foreign land. Take it." The old thief Chun Yuan laughed heartily and handed over the Wushan Snow Milk.

"However, the previous one was only a second-tier spirit contract. Now that you are about to form your core, if you succeed, the second-tier spirit contract will be difficult to enforce. Would you be willing to sign a third-tier spirit contract with me?"

“A third-tier spirit contract? Of course, my sincerity is as clear as the sun and moon.” Li Ji’an agreed without hesitation.

"Alright!" The old thief Chun Yuan immediately took out the third-tier spirit contract he had prepared in advance.

This third-tier spirit contract, costing over a thousand spirit stones, is something ordinary cultivators simply cannot afford.

Li Ji'an transferred his magic power and soul to sign without hesitation.

After carefully examining Li Ji'an for a long time and sensing the aura on his body and the aura on the spiritual contract, the old thief Chun Yuan nodded in satisfaction.

After Li Ji'an happily put away the Wushan Snow Milk, the old thief Chun Yuan, perhaps worried that Li Ji'an would fail to form his core and die in the dojo, took the initiative to impart some core-forming experience to Li Ji'an.

By comparing his experience with that of his previous life in forming the Golden Core, Li Ji'an gained a deeper understanding of the process of removing impurities from the Golden Core, which he had not been able to fully grasp in his previous life, and unexpectedly benefited greatly from it.

After imparting his experience, the old thief Chun Yuan instructed Li Ji'an to send a message to Wu Weixiong, informing him that he was currently attempting to break through to the Core Formation stage and that they would meet again after he achieved that.

The old thief believed that this tactic of retreating in order to advance would greatly reduce Wu Weixiong's suspicion.

After parting ways, Li Ji'an immediately activated the restriction array upon returning to the Sishui Chamber of Commerce's headquarters.

However, to prevent the old thief from using his methods, after entering the Guagua's mouth, he summoned the Little Fire Spirit to purify the Wushan Snow Milk once again, preventing the old thief from leaving any marks.

After some cleaning, it was discovered that the old thief hadn't tampered with it at all.

Immediately, it prepared to leave the confines of the frog's mouth and go outside to check the efficacy of the Wushan Snow Milk again.

"Young friend, wait a moment." However, just as he was about to leave, the Nascent Soul of the Myriad Laws True Lord could not hold back any longer. He didn't care whether Li Ji'an would suspect him and called out to him.

"Huh, the True Lord is actually awake?" Li Ji'an exclaimed softly.

"I inexplicably felt my remnant soul being consumed more rapidly today, and I woke up unexpectedly just in time to see you come in, young friend," True Monarch Wanfa explained forcefully.

"I see. May I ask what your orders are, True Lord?" Li Ji'an asked.

"I just sensed the aura of a disciple of my Holy Palace. I wonder if it belongs to you, young friend?" True Monarch Wanfa sensed the aura of the Pure Yuan Old Thief on the Wushan Snow Breast.

Before deciding to come in and purify the possible marks, Li Ji'an had naturally already considered this point.

Compared to releasing the little fire spirit at the temporary camp and being discovered by the old thief Chun Yuan, it was much easier to fool the old thief Chun Yuan by being sensed by the True Monarch of Ten Thousand Laws.

"This belongs to a disciple of the Holy Palace? I just traded it from an old man earlier today. True Lord, please wait a moment, I will go find that old man now." Li Ji'an was overjoyed and acted quickly. Before the Nascent Soul of the Myriad Laws True Lord could speak again, he had already left the world inside the Guagua's mouth.

Back in his room, Li Ji'an regained his composure, opened the Wushan Snow Breast, and began to carefully sense it.

The old thief Chun Yuan's reputation as the Pill King was well-deserved. Li Ji'an had even personally taken the mind-controlling poison pill he had concocted, so naturally he dared not be careless.

Fortunately, after several investigations, no problems were found.

"A fine crystal-condensing pill, a seven-colored jade tree, earth essence, and the Canghai Pearl given to us by Tong Yaoyao, and now Wushan Snow Milk... we are really too rich."

If the possibility of condensing the Golden Core was previously just a prospect, now there is a real sense of certainty.

For the next month, Li Ji'an stayed at home, adjusting his true magical power and divine soul to their optimal state.

It wasn't until half a month before the queue started that he finally arrived at the Fei Hong Dojo registration office, holding his Surabaya Chamber of Commerce elder's identification card.

Feihong Dojo is located at the core of the spiritual vein of Feihong Immortal City. It is not only a third-grade high-quality spiritual vein, but it is also said that there is a spiritual spring beneath it that continuously supplies spiritual energy.

However, the area covered by this spiritual vein center is not large, and it can only accommodate three dojos. Therefore, the Nine Cauldrons Chamber of Commerce initially gave up on this place as its clan territory.

The three high-grade level three Daoist temples are arranged in a triangular shape. Theoretically, due to the continuous supply of spiritual energy, they can support three people simultaneously attempting to break through to the Core Formation stage.

Even the amount of spiritual energy Xiao Changfeng absorbed when he formed his core was nothing special here. The spiritual energy contained in each of the Daoist temples here is more than twice the total instantaneous spiritual energy of the entire Biyun Sect.

The twelve Xiao Changfengs were all here attempting to form their cores, and the supply of spiritual energy was sufficient.

However, for those peerless geniuses who aspire to reach the upper-level True Core or even Golden Core realm, the sheer volume of spiritual energy consumed by them can easily exceed the total spiritual energy of two Biyun Sects. If two or more attempt to do so simultaneously, it may have an impact, leading to competition for spiritual energy among them.

Therefore, when queuing up, the business alliance will pair up strong and weak players to avoid situations where strong players are directly competing.

(End of this chapter)