Wanfa Daojun, starting from the Little Cloud and Rain Technique

Chapter 560 The Art of Solidifying Metal
The two left the certification association and landed in an area that Ji An had never set foot in before, with a stone archway at the entrance.

Outside the archway, crowds surged and noises rang out, but inside, it was deserted, with two tall and burly body cultivators guarding the entrance.

Sensing their qi and blood status with divine sense, I discovered that they were two body cultivators in the Chaoyuan stage.

Ji An was astonished. The fact that a cultivator at the Chaoyuan stage was a backbone of the Immortal City and was guarding the gate here meant that the power here was beyond his reach.

Master Qingfeng explained:
"This area is a no-fly zone and is not open to cultivators who have not received an invitation or introduction. Those who come and go in it are disciples of Nascent Soul sects."

He explained the precautions, and Ji An nodded repeatedly, cupping his hands in greeting:
"Thank you for your introduction, fellow Daoist, which has given me the opportunity to enter such a high-level place."

Entering certain circles requires certain qualifications; without an introduction, one cannot get in.

He was actually quite surprised by this. In terms of their relationship, they had only known each other for a few months and could only be considered relatively familiar strangers.

Master Qingfeng waved his hand gently, “With your strength, it’s not difficult to get an invitation to enter here. You just need a stepping stone.”

I am not very talented, but I am willing to serve as this stepping stone.

In the past few days, he learned that the other party was also a third-grade low-level alchemist, and could be said to be proficient in both alchemy and talisman making.

Ji An hurriedly replied, "Fellow Daoist, you flatter me. I still have much to learn from you."

Maintaining humility is more likely to win you friends; otherwise, an arrogant attitude of "I am the best in the world" will inevitably make you hated wherever you go.

After exchanging pleasantries, Master Qingfeng arrived at the entrance and handed over a pale gold waist token.

"I will lead this fellow Daoist inside."

A body cultivator took the waist token, and after activating a secret technique, the token revealed golden characters.

He handed the waist token back and said respectfully:
"Seniors, please!"

He made a hand seal, and the light and shadow at the entrance of the archway twisted and changed, revealing a portal.

Master Qingfeng entered first, followed closely by Ji An.

The magnificent palaces and pavilions were breathtakingly beautiful.

The two walked slowly, with Master Qingfeng explaining everything about the place as they went.

A moment later, they arrived at Tingfeng Pavilion.

The dark plaque is adorned with large golden characters, the calligraphy flowing gracefully and ethereal, exuding a touch of otherworldly charm.

Stepping inside, they were greeted personally by the innkeeper, a mid-stage Golden Core cultivator with the Daoist name Guangji.

After exchanging pleasantries, Ji An explained his purpose:

"The reason I came to this treasure land is to purchase some Golden Core level spells, namely Bing Fire Divine Thunder, Gui Water Divine Thunder, Wu Earth Divine Thunder, and Metal Element defensive spells."

Guangji raised an eyebrow slightly. "Thunder magic is easy to learn but difficult to master. Are you sure you want to buy so much thunder magic?"

His tone carried a hint of advice, saying that it was already quite impressive for a Golden Core cultivator to have mastered a thunder technique to such a high level; in actual combat, magical weapons should be the primary means of attack.

Ji An nodded affirmatively and cupped his hands in greeting:

"Thank you for your kind offer, fellow Daoist, but I have my own considerations."

The stone turtle's story is too bizarre, and he couldn't possibly reveal it.

Guangji shook his head almost imperceptibly, gave a polite smile, and said:

"There is only one defensive metal-type spell, called the Solid Metal Technique."

Despite its unassuming name, it provides exceptionally strong defensive capabilities.

"Previous metal-based defensive spells provided continuous defensive power, but the Solid Metal Technique provides extremely high defensive power for a very short period of time."

The cultivator condensed metal-elemental spiritual energy to envelop their entire body, forming a spiritual energy fortress that could last for up to one breath before automatically dissipating.

"This spell consumes a lot of mana, and the cultivator cannot move after the spell is successfully cast."

Despite its various drawbacks, its defensive capabilities over its duration are unparalleled among Golden Core level spells.

“There was once a cultivator with a Golden Body who practiced this spell to its fullest extent when he was at the third level of the Golden Core stage. The defense provided by the Solidifying Gold Technique withstood multiple attacks from a ninth-level Golden Core cultivator who activated a magic weapon.”

"One more thing, if you can master the Solidifying Metal Technique to its fullest extent, this spell can be cast instantly."

Listening to the other party's introduction, Ji An was immediately intrigued; he liked this kind of magic that possessed absolute defensive capabilities.

"How many high-grade spirit stones would it cost to purchase these four spells?"

Guangji pondered for a moment and said:
“Fellow Daoist Qingfeng and I have known each other for many years. Since he was the one who recommended me, I will offer him the greatest discount.”

"Eight hundred high-grade spirit stones are definitely worth it if you can practice your spells to a high level."

Ji An revealed a strange smile. The other party's definition of "worth the money" was refreshing, and all the spells practiced to the Great Perfection level were very powerful.

He wouldn't believe the other party's so-called "biggest discount" just talk.

Although Ji An is not very good at bargaining, it does not hinder his acting skills.

His expression was slightly troubled as he said:
"I believe what you say, fellow Daoist, but theory is theory and practice is practice. I don't know how many years it will take to practice magic to a very high level."

Furthermore, whether it can be achieved is uncertain, so the price of eight hundred high-grade spirit stones is a bit too high.

Just by copying a few jade slips, one can obtain hundreds of high-grade spirit stones; this business is incredibly profitable.

After some haggling, Ji An acquired four spells for 700 high-grade spirit stones.

He couldn't help but think of the sects in the Western Continent. Seven hundred high-grade spirit stones weren't particularly expensive, but the sects needed to purchase far too many inheritances, and they were always short of funds.

With the money and goods exchanged and the transaction completed, Guangji became even more enthusiastic and asked, "Fellow Daoist, would you like to purchase a few more spells? Our shop also has Geng Metal Divine Thunder and Yi Wood Divine Thunder. If you choose to purchase them, you will have learned all five elements of divine thunder."

He had just advised that thunder magic is easy to learn but difficult to master, but now he has completely forgotten that advice.

Opportunities to earn spirit stones so easily are rare, so he has to make the most of them.

Ji An shook his head slightly, revealing a bitter smile of poverty:

"I need to use the remaining spirit stones to buy pills at the auction house, so I can't touch a single one."

In fact, he still has plenty of spirit stones, but he can't reveal too many of them anymore.

Master Guangji nodded solemnly and said considerately:

"Cultivation is of utmost importance, so we must prepare enough spirit stones to buy pills."

After chatting for a while, Ji An and the other man got up to say goodbye.

A moment later, Master Qingfeng hurriedly returned to Tingfeng Pavilion and extended his hand, saying:
"What about mine?"

Master Guangji took out a storage bag. "It was prepared a long time ago. By the way, how did you come to know a cultivator who is so willing to spend money on the inheritance of magic techniques?"

Selling four spells for seven hundred high-grade spirit stones was something no cultivator had ever been willing to do before.

Master Qingfeng inspected the spirit stones in the storage bag and nodded in satisfaction.

"The other party is an alchemist and a talisman maker, both of whom have third-level certifications."

In addition, he is a cultivator from the Western Continent and urgently needs to improve his own foundation.

Cultivators with surplus funds are naturally willing to spend spirit stones.

Upon returning to his cave, Ji An's first action was to take out four magic jade slips and place them one by one on his forehead.

He first skimmed through the spells, gaining a vague understanding of each one.

Finally, he picked up the jade slip containing the "Golden Strengthening Technique" and placed it on his forehead to study it carefully.

He already possesses the Geng Metal Divine Thunder and Yi Wood Divine Thunder spells, so he is not in a hurry to practice other thunder spells.

He discovered that this was not the Xin Metal Dao magic he had originally imagined, but a combination of Geng Metal and Xin Metal.

Only when Yin and Yang are in harmony can the strongest defensive power be unleashed.

Ji An took out the gourd stone and entered the small world.

He discovered that practicing martial arts techniques and spells was much more effective here.

It can also be sustained for a longer period of time because there are various means to replenish divine consciousness, such as the Gathering Yuan Tree and the Soul Nourishing Wood.

He pondered the changes that occurred when Yin Metal and Yang Metal were used in the spell, trying to comprehend the divine meaning of the magic.

About two hours later, Ji An had a clearer understanding of how to cast the spell.

However, at this moment, his spiritual energy was greatly depleted, making it difficult for him to practice spells effectively.

He brewed a pot of Jade Dew Golden Bud Tea, and strands of gold appeared in the silvery tea soup.

This is a change that occurs after the spiritual tea reaches the third level, making it more effective at nourishing the soul.

After drinking tea and closing his eyes to rest, Ji An felt that his consciousness had recovered to about 70-80% after drinking two pots of hot tea.

He made hand seals, and his magical power flowed along specific routes in his immortal meridians, with the metal palace of his lungs as the central hub, mobilizing most of the immortal meridians in his body to participate.

The two golden seeds shimmered, infusing the magic with a mysterious vitality.

There is no such thing as instant success. He had to try and fail, learn from his mistakes, and then continue to cast spells. He kept repeating this process.

Without the guidance of a master, he spent a great deal of time just on the circulation of magical power and the key points of timing.

Four hours had passed without him realizing it. Ji An pressed his temples, feeling as if his brains were about to burst open, and he was in great pain.

He's encountered many pitfalls, but he hasn't finished yet, because any change to the spellcasting technique requires altering the entire spellcasting process.

This spell is the most difficult spell he has ever seen, bar none.

Even with lightning magic, the number of immortal veins invoked is not so numerous, and the process of mana circulation is not so complicated.

Ji An turned the power of the Soul Nourishing Wood Pendant to its maximum and brewed some third-grade Jade Dew Golden Bud Tea.

His consciousness was quickly restored, and he leaned against the Gathering Yuan Tree, sitting cross-legged, and unknowingly fell into a deep sleep.

Three days later, at the beginning of the You hour (5-7 PM).

Ji An activated his magic, and golden spiritual light surged forth from his body, quickly condensing into a shape outside his body.

The spiritual light had the texture of fine sand, and quickly transformed into a huge cylinder, tightly enveloping him within it. The Solidifying Gold Technique was successfully cast!

He could breathe freely inside, but he couldn't move at all; he couldn't even raise his arms.

The spell's effect lasted about a second before the golden light disappeared, and Ji An regained control of his body.

"It's really not easy," he exclaimed, his eyes filled with joy.

This spell took him the longest to cast, more than twenty hours in total, and he revised the casting technique hundreds of times.

Fortunately, the flowers bloomed and the fruit ripened, and he finally mastered the basics of magic.

(End of this chapter)