Wanfa Daojun, starting from the Little Cloud and Rain Technique

Chapter 592: Breaking the Demonic Golden Shuttle
"Thank you for informing me, fellow Daoist. This allows me to prepare in advance."

Ji An cupped his hands in thanks, saying that although he already knew the news, it was still necessary to express his gratitude since the other party meant well.

At this time, don't think about avoiding conscription. The major powers have plenty of ways to deal with those cultivators who don't obey orders.

Faced with a catastrophe sweeping across the entire cultivation world, even the strongest individual is but a drop in the ocean, utterly insignificant and not worth mentioning, unless they can find an absolutely safe place to hide.

However, there is no absolutely safe place. If there were, it wouldn't be a catastrophe. The only way is to stick together and keep warm.

Performing well now will secure more opportunities and greater security for you in the future.

Master Qingfeng recounted the whole story in detail, and then said:
"Actually, I don't think entering the area shrouded in demonic energy now is a bad thing. Since the calamity of the true demons is inevitable, it's good to get used to the battle early."

His words weren't just meant to comfort him, because he genuinely believed it.

As far as he knew, after the major powers discovered the surge of demonic energy in the Misty Mountains, many of the first batch of cultivators they dispatched were core disciples.

How can one shoulder heavy responsibilities without experiencing the baptism of blood and fire!
Ji An nodded slightly, "That's what I was thinking too. Actually, my initial plan was to wait until I broke through to the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm before taking the initiative to go to the Misty Mountain area to carry out a mission."

It's just a bit earlier now, which is acceptable.

The two chatted for a while about the current situation, and then Master Qingfeng took out several talismans:

"The summons will arrive in a few days. I'm afraid I won't have the chance to see you then. These purification talismans are for you."

He scratched his head, then suddenly chuckled:
"These talismans were drawn by you when you took on the mission. I bought some from the association to keep on hand, and now I'm returning them to you as a way of returning them to their rightful owner."

"Haha, then I must accept it."

Ji An did not refuse and generously accepted the talisman. The feeling was strange, like selling a puppy and then having it run back home a few days later.

He placed the talisman into the Void Stone and cupped his hands in greeting:
"I'm going to purchase some combat supplies. Farewell, fellow Daoist."

Wanbaoge, VIP Room.

After exchanging pleasantries, Ji An said:
"It seems you have a lot of free time today, fellow Daoist."

He occasionally came here, and Master Jinrong was always busy in the weapon-refining room. But this time, when he came, the other party was sitting in the hall.

"I received some news tonight that I will have to leave the Immortal City to carry out a mission in a few days. I had just finished handing over with other cultivators when you arrived, fellow Daoist."

Wan Jinrong's solemn expression softened slightly, and he asked with a smile:

"What brings you here, fellow Daoist?"

He knew this fellow Daoist's personality very well; he spent most of his time hiding in Blackstone Mountain to cultivate in seclusion and would not go out unless there was something to do.

"I'm looking to purchase a one-time-use spiritual artifact, specifically a burst-type spiritual artifact made from anti-magic metal."

The true demon's self-healing ability is too strong. If these magical artifacts made of demon-repelling metal hit an enemy, the wounds will be very difficult to heal.

In this way, the true demon also loses the ability to wage a prolonged war, and the two sides return to the same starting line.

Wan Jinrong nodded subconsciously, "It's good to have some of these magical artifacts on hand; we might need them in the future."

"I just received news that something strange has happened in Wulan Mountain, and I am very likely to be drafted."

That's why I bought some to keep on hand, hoping I won't need them, but also so I don't run out when I do.

Wan Jinrong was surprised, and raised his eyebrows slightly:

"You're an alchemist who also makes talismans, so why would they summon you?"

"There's no other way. I take on tasks at the certification association all year round. Many of the pills I refine and the talismans I make are products that have the effect of removing pollution and purification."

Ji An felt helpless. If he were a high-ranking official, he would definitely recruit someone with his 'qualifications'.

"Haha, that's good too. Fellow Daoist's skills will become more and more important in the future."

After laughing for a while, Wan Jinrong stopped:

“Now we can fight side by side. I’ll try to speak to the leader of the team and see if we can be assigned together.”

His mission was also to provide support to Wulan Mountain, offering logistical assistance to the cultivators in repairing magical artifacts and refining demon-repelling spiritual weapons, while also going out on missions.

With the outbreak of the True Demon Tribulation, as the core of the family and the next generation of Nascent Soul True Monarch seed, he must achieve results in order to rightfully receive the family's key training.

Ji An was slightly pleased. "That would be best."

Having a fellow Daoist you know well to carry out a mission with means you can take care of each other.

"I almost forgot my main purpose. I'm here to buy some spiritual artifacts for self-defense. Fellow Daoist, could you introduce some to me?"

Wan Jinrong began to speak eloquently, having memorized the merits and demerits of these magical artifacts. He concluded by saying:
"I think the most worthwhile shuttle-shaped spiritual weapon to acquire is the Demon-Slaying Golden Shuttle. It is a one-time use, second-tier top-grade spiritual weapon, but it is extremely sharp and can penetrate the physical defense of a Golden Core early-stage True Demon."

As he spoke, he took out a sample and began to introduce it:

"It is 1 foot and 3 inches long and engraved with the acceleration spirit restriction. If the true demon is not on guard, as long as it can hit the target, there is a very high probability that it will pierce the enemy's body."

This is the newly improved Ling Shuttle, which is more aggressive than the previous design.

When the Spirit Shuttle penetrates the flesh, it will trigger a self-destruction, shattering into fragments and powder.

Not only can it greatly reduce the self-healing ability of true demons' wounds, but the powder can also enter their bloodstream. To true demons, this powder is a toxin that can weaken their combat power.

Frankly, I don't know exactly how much combat power it will weaken.

He learned from the ancestor that although the higher-ups in the cultivation world were very cautious about the impending calamity, they were also confident that they could overcome it.

Although a super power was destroyed during the last True Demon Calamity, the cultivation world has become more prosperous over the past tens of thousands of years, and new super powers have emerged.

After news of the unusual activity in the Demon Cave spread, various Nascent Soul sects actively responded by researching methods, and this spirit shuttle is their latest achievement.

The True Lords are preparing to turn this calamity into an opportunity for the cultivation world, employing a strategy of using war to sustain war.

After introducing the Ling Shuttle, Wan Jinrong summarized:

"Among spiritual artifacts of the same grade, this is the most expensive, but also the most useful. I suggest you buy two."

The ancestor can refine higher-grade spirit shuttles, which can damage true demons at the Nascent Soul level, and their price is comparable to a top-grade third-tier magic weapon.

If he could afford it and wasn't unable to get it, he would definitely get one, so I'm at ease!

Ji An compared the advantages and disadvantages of various magical artifacts and was quite tempted by the Spirit Shuttle:
"What about the price?"

"The discounted price is 200 high-grade spirit stones per piece, but our Wanbao Pavilion clearly states that it is 220 high-grade spirit stones."

"Then I'll take one. I remember it cost the same when the Azure Lotus Treasure Banner was made."

Ji An was confident in his several Great Perfection level lightning techniques, so he wasn't afraid to participate in the battle. Besides, he wouldn't have many opportunities to fight directly, so there was no need to buy two; it would be a waste.

After the money and goods were exchanged, Ji An took his leave.

Compared to the rush when I left, the return trip was much more relaxed. When something is unchangeable, you should do your best to do it well.

Ji An returned to Black Stone Mountain, activated the magic barrier to enter the meditation room, and the first thing he did was to conduct experiments.

Beasts also possess consciousness; he wanted to test whether the beasts he tamed could enter the small world on their own.

In the past, when he brought his tamed beasts into the small world, he used a spirit beast bag. This way, even if he encountered some extreme situation, such as his tamed beast being captured by an enemy and having its soul searched, he would not know how to enter the small world.

He took out the gourd-shaped stone, held it in his hand, and commanded:

"Probe your divine sense inside; there's a silver spot. Touch it with your divine sense."

Among all the beasts, Dahuang has the biggest head, but it's probably not the smartest. It shook its big head and approached the gourd stone, and even stuck out its tongue to lick it.

Ji An patted the beast's forehead, and it obeyed the command to extend its divine sense, its figure disappearing in an instant.

In the small world, Big Yellow stood under the Gathering Yuan Tree, completely bewildered. It was puzzled as to why its position had suddenly changed.

At this moment, Ji An entered the small world and appeared beside Da Huang. He was overjoyed, but also felt a strong sense of lingering fear.

If taming beasts allows one to enter a small world, then other cultivators can too. However, they must be extra careful if they enter Misty Mountain.

The good news is that when he enters the small world, he can leave a beast to guard him, so that if any emergencies occur, there will be someone to report to him.

Ji An patted Da Huang's head, put it in his spirit beast pouch, and took it out. After leaving the cave, he released it and gave the instructions:

"Stay outside and if the Golden Sword of Communication or any other cultivators arrive, immediately enter the small world to notify me."

Big Yellow growled reluctantly. It was more comfortable in the small world than here, but it didn't dare disobey its master and nodded aggrievedly.

Ji An slapped its forehead hard and scolded:

"How can you enjoy the benefits without taking responsibility? If a battle breaks out and I send you into battle, will you also make excuses and refuse to go?!"

"Ow!"

Big Yellow let out a wild roar, indicating that it would definitely fight if there was a chance.

Ji An's expression softened slightly as he soothingly stroked the fur on the beast's head.

The fur of the beasts was very soft because they would take a bath while he was casting the Azure Dragon Water Moon Technique in the small world.

The spiritual rain contains the essence of water, which can naturally wash away impurities and purify the body.

"Keep a close watch on it. Next time I'll bring a golden retriever."

Big Yellow immediately perked up, relieved that everyone would get a share.

Ji An shook his head and chuckled. "It's not scarcity that's the problem, but inequality. If everyone shares in the suffering, no one will feel bitter."

He turned and went back to his cave, while Big Yellow strode majestically overseeing the small grove.

Ji An entered the gourd world again, hovering on the clouds above the Gathering Yuan Tree and looking down. The different lands were clearly divided, but all the Ganoderma lucidum were lush and vibrant.

The golden-feathered eagle landed on the purple-gold paulownia tree, the golden-haired man lay dozing under the soul-nourishing tree, and the blue shell was nowhere to be seen, it must be at the bottom of the pond.

Three years ago, the Golden Feathered Eagle successfully broke through to the Chaoyuan stage, while the Blue Shell was still at the ninth level of the Foundation Establishment stage. Turtles are naturally long-lived, so Ji An wasn't in a hurry. There was no use in being anxious; he just treated it as a lucky charm.

A small house was built by the pond; it was a winery. Since there was no winemaker, they had to do it themselves. Fortunately, the puppets were able to take over this task.

The puppets lack creativity, but they are capable of working diligently.

The third-tier mid-grade Earth Spirit Fruit, Mysterious Leaf Sword Bamboo, Jade Vine Fruit, Spirit Peach, and Fire Immortal Apricot, among other spiritual fruits, have been ripening one after another. Once the sect sends cultivators to arrive, he can sell some of them to exchange for pill formulas and talisman-making methods.

The certification association would be very happy for him to do so. The formula can be copied at will, but the spiritual fruit is a real resource.

Most of the precious plants in the small world have been upgraded to the middle grade of the third tier, including the Nightshade Tree, Soul Nourishing Wood, Star Tree, Purple Gold Wutong Wood, Azure Mist Pine, and Pure Water Lotus.

The Night Tree, Star Tree, Mist Pine, and Pure Water Lotus have already borne fruit or formed lotus seeds. Once the spiritual fruits mature, Ji An can plant new precious plants.

The Phoenix Wood is still a low-grade third-tier tree, but the Gathering Yuan Tree has been upgraded to a mid-grade tree for several years, so it seems that the day when it is upgraded to a higher grade is not far off.

In addition, both the Bodhi tree and the Vajra Bodhi tree have mid-grade third-level plants. Ji An used the bark to draw the Mind-Stabilizing Talisman, the Mind-Purifying Talisman, the Geng Metal Divine Thunder Talisman, and the Metal-Solidifying Talisman, and then put them back on the spirit tree to nurture them.

These are the treasure talismans he has chosen. As the grade of the spirit wood increases, the treasure talismans may transform into fourth-order talismans.

Although the Purification Talisman was only at the second tier, Ji An felt it would be of great use in the future, so he drew four of them.

Ji An urgently needs the elixir formula so that he can convert the resources of the small world into his strength.

His eyes gradually brightened as he took stock of his assets and realized just how deep his foundation was.

As long as we don't act recklessly after the full-scale outbreak of the True Demonic Calamity, the future looks promising.

Ji An landed, took out a mid-grade third-tier Fire Immortal Apricot and swallowed it, letting the fire spiritual power circulate within his body.

Ji An savored the fragrance on his lips and nodded in satisfaction.

While it's certainly better to consume this spiritual fruit directly than to refine it into a pill, once refined into a pill, the effect of the Fire Immortal Apricot in increasing comprehension of fire-based spells will also disappear.

He spat out the apricot pit and activated the Azure Dragon Awakening Technique. This wood-element technique at the Chaoyuan stage has a better effect on enhancing the vitality of spiritual seeds.

A tiny, inch-long azure dragon appeared in my palm. Glistening azure specks fell like rain as the dragon appeared, quickly disappearing into the fruit pit.

After breaking through to the Golden Core level, Ji An's spell became even more powerful. The fruit core was too slow to digest and absorb the burgeoning wood element magic, and a blue light cocoon condensed on its surface.

A moment later, the bluish light dissipated, and the fruit pit was noticeably more translucent than before.

Ji An found an empty spot in the crimson spirit field, planted the seeds, and let out a satisfied sigh. New hope had been planted, and if the planting spell was performed on time, it would surely blossom and bear fruit in the future.

The only bad news is that there isn't much empty land left in the small world; there are only a few spots left on yellow, white, and black soil.

Ji An rode the cloud back to the Gathering Yuan Tree and began practicing the Bing Fire Divine Thunder. It would be a waste not to practice the spell after directly consuming the Li Fire Immortal Apricot.

He couldn't help but think of an interesting question: if he consumed the Fire Immortal Apricot and then used the stone tortoise to practice the Bing Fire Divine Thunder, would the spiritual energy consumed be reduced?

He planned to accumulate some spiritual energy and then test it. If he could reduce the consumption of spiritual energy, he would try his best to obtain the Enlightenment Tree!

The Enlightenment Tree is a tea tree, a spiritual tree recognized in the cultivation world as capable of increasing enlightenment. Some speculate that it is a product of the degeneration of some kind of spiritual root of heaven and earth.

In the Fallen Maple Valley of the Western Continent, there is a second-tier Enlightenment Tea Tree. The advancement of this spiritual tree's grade is a mystery, as it seems to require a special cultivation method.

(End of this chapter)