Immortality and cultivation begin with drawing talismans.

Chapter 182 The Inside Story Brought by Yun Yao

"Damn it, why isn't that old tortoise dead yet!"

The first Core Formation cultivator from Li Huo Palace, surnamed Huang, looked utterly aggrieved. His spirit beast was extremely sensitive to auras, and this old thing had lingered outside the sect several times.

It even disappeared several times, and he thought the old tortoise had left, but unexpectedly it suddenly reappeared two months later.

"This Master Lu is probably hiding in the shadows, waiting for an opportunity. We can't afford to lose our composure."

"Hmph! Do you really think a dying man can save this situation? Xuan Yin Pavilion is already at its last gasp; at worst, we can just wait a few more years."

Meanwhile, the three Core Formation cultivators from the Divine Sword Sect were secretly relieved that they hadn't been calling Lu the Turtle by his name so often, lest they have offended him to death.

Look at the Li Huo Palace, they were just being sarcastic, and as a result, when their lifespan was about to end, they went to wander around the other sect's gate.

……

There's also Xuan Yin Pavilion. Although the fighting has temporarily stopped, the interior is filled with a desolate atmosphere.

“Ni Chang, after fighting for so many years, the sect is about to collapse. Perhaps it’s time for us to withdraw.”

"Master, this is the foundation of the Xuan Yin Pavilion!"

The Fairy of Rainbow Garments looked at her master with a look of pity.

Her master had dedicated his entire life to the sect, and now she had to make this choice. The one who suffered the most was her master.

Instead, the middle-aged woman, a Core Formation Elder, revealed a bitter smile.

"Shang'er, hundreds of years ago, the foundation of the Yue Kingdom belonged to the Xuan Yin Sect. Our Xuan Yin Pavilion merely rose up by taking advantage of the situation. There's no such thing as a foundation or not."

As long as Chang'er is here, Xuan Yin Pavilion will be everywhere. It's just that you'll suffer in the future. With your talent, you should shine brightly, but instead, you'll be burdened by the sect.

Hearing her master's words, the Fairy of Rainbow Robes, the number one prodigy of the Seven Kingdoms, shook her head with a firm expression.

“Master, if it weren’t for you saving me, if it weren’t for the sect, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”

"Cough cough, Chang'er, listen to your master, we can't continue fighting. The Divine Sword Sect and the Li Huo Palace are powerful, and Master Lu's lifespan is coming to an end. What's the point of dragging this out?"

Now, while the sect's foundation is still intact, with your talent, Chang'er, the Xuan Yin Pavilion will not fall! You must remember, in the cultivation world, strength is everything. If one day you become a Nascent Soul cultivator, let alone the Yue Kingdom, even the Seven Kingdoms..."

Listening to her master seemingly giving instructions for her final affairs, Fairy Ni Chang remained silent.

"Alright, your master won't die anytime soon. I'll send a message to the Divine Sword Sect and the Li Huo Palace first, telling them that the Xuan Yin Pavilion is willing to withdraw from the Yue Kingdom."

After saying these words, the Golden Core cultivator also showed a look of sadness.

Given a choice, who would willingly leave their hometown?

……

With the return of Golden Core cultivator Su Miaoyin and two Pseudo-Core cultivators, the people of Tianxuan City quickly calmed down.

In addition, there is a late-stage Tier 3 Xuan Shui Turtle and an early-stage Tier 3 Gold-Eating Rat.

The high-end combat power of Guangtian Xuancheng is no less than that of the three major sects.

Tianxuan Peak.

"Senior sister, news has come from Xuan Yin Pavilion that they are preparing to withdraw from Yue Kingdom."

Song Tingfeng looked worried. Once Xuan Yin Pavilion withdrew, their Tianxuan City would be left to fend for itself.

However, Su Miaoyin remained calm upon hearing the news.

“With Xuan Yin Pavilion withdrawing, the resources freed up are enough for the two major sects to divide. If they are still greedy, then we don’t mind uniting with other sects from the seven kingdoms.”

"Senior sister, other countries are also engulfed in war, I'm afraid..."

"Don't worry, someone will come eventually."

Su Miaoyin's nonchalant tone suggested that she didn't care about the situation in Yue at all, but rather harbored some suspicions.

Is the old man really nearing the end of his life?

She felt like something was off.

According to her understanding and her mother's words, this master was always cautious, liked to hide his abilities, was bold yet meticulous, and shrewd in his calculations...

She had no feeling that she would simply pass away like that.

The Yue Kingdom enjoyed a rare year of peace, allowing its cultivators to finally catch their breath after decades of war.

……

【Lifespan: 88/251】

[Realm: Mid-Foundation Establishment (75/100)]

Inside the cave, Lin Chang'an, who had been in seclusion for cultivation, slowly opened his eyes. Seeing that his cultivation level had improved, he couldn't help but feel secretly alarmed.

"The pills that can enhance the cultivation of even Core Formation cultivators are indeed very effective. One year of them is equivalent to ten years of my hard work."

"Unfortunately, there's only one."

Lin Chang'an sighed with some reluctance. Third-tier pills were extraordinary, but unfortunately, he was not yet capable of refining them.

Moreover, the spiritual herbs used to refine third-tier pills are not only hard to find in the Seven Kingdoms, but are also extremely precious even in the Demon Beast Sea Abyss.

"But for me, I've already made ten years of profit."

Lin Chang'an was very content. The last time he discovered the conspiracy of Li Huo Palace, it was by chance that he was rewarded with a pill.

"Now, I should be able to break through to the late stage of Foundation Establishment in about ten years."

This significant advancement in his cultivation has given Lin Chang'an more confidence in his preparations for venturing into the Demon Beast Sea Abyss.

After all, the current situation in the Yue Kingdom is not much better.

Just after Lin Chang'an emerged from seclusion, Shen Fan and Wei Yingying, a married couple, came to visit him.

……

Inside the pavilion in the cave.

"Uncle Lin is a great benefactor; otherwise, Yingying would not have had the opportunity to establish her foundation."

A year ago, Wei Yingying and Shen Fan obtained a demon core, and Lin Chang'an refined the Foundation Establishment Pill before going into seclusion.

With his skills, three high-quality Foundation Establishment Pills are nothing compared to his current status and strength.

More importantly, he wouldn't stoop so low as to embezzle the resources of a junior.

Wei Yingying also broke through her cultivation several months ago, and she came to express her gratitude after he came out of seclusion.

"Uncle Lin, these are the Foundation Establishment Pills I have left to break through."

When Wei Yingying handed over her useless Foundation Establishment Pill, Lin Chang'an couldn't help but show a satisfied smile.

This girl has truly inherited her junior sister's intelligence perfectly.

From his perspective, he didn't want to embezzle the resources of the younger generation, but from Wei Yingying's perspective, the three high-quality Foundation Establishment Pills were definitely Lin Chang'an's doing.

However, when Lin Chang'an opened the jade bottle and saw that there were actually two high-quality Foundation Establishment Pills inside, he couldn't help but narrow his eyes.

"It seems that it was right to let you hone your skills for a few more years, as you actually succeeded in establishing your foundation with just one pill."

Wei Yingying had honed her skills for several more years, so it was reasonable for her to break through with just one Foundation Establishment Pill.

In addition, the couple's dual cultivation technique also helped Wei Yingying when Shen Fan broke through.

"However, you deserve this Foundation Establishment Pill, so you don't need to return it."

Shen Fan was very respectful to his elder, appearing quite honest.

Although Wei Yingying was very respectful, he knew all too well the girl's and his junior sister's personalities.

Returning the Foundation Establishment Pill actually brought them closer, showing that they weren't the greedy kind of people.

"If it weren't for Uncle Lin, how could Fan Ge and I have reached the Foundation Establishment stage?"

Wei Yingying remained resolute, showing no sign of wavering despite the loss of two high-quality Foundation Establishment Pills.

You have to give up something to gain something. Lu Qingqing's teachings, as well as her own thoughts, made her clearly aware of Uncle Lin's identity and connections.

As a second-tier high-grade talisman master, and with her connections in Tianxuan City, she gave up two high-quality Foundation Establishment Pills today so that she could ask for help if she ever encountered any difficulties in the future.

As the gap in cultivation levels widened, the older generation gradually drifted apart.

Her father, Wei Buyi, had reminded her many times that Erniu and Uncle Lin used to have a good relationship, but the difference in their cultivation levels was now worlds apart.

The care that can be given to younger generations is limited, and interpersonal relationships will gradually fade.

Wei Yingying's little scheme could not escape his notice, but it was precisely this intelligence that made Lin Chang'an nod in approval.

However, Yun Yao's contribution was also included in the Foundation Establishment Pill.

"Since that's the case, I'll take back these two high-quality Foundation Establishment Pills. But there's a gift for you, so please don't refuse it." With a flash of azure light, Lin Chang'an reluctantly stroked the Green Bamboo Sword. Since acquiring the Green Scale Sword, this ordinary spiritual weapon had been unused for a long time.

"The Green Bamboo Sword was a reward given to cultivators who made contributions when the Green Bamboo Mountain market was first developed. Your elders should have mentioned it as well."

Later, as my cultivation level increased, it was continuously reforged, accompanying me throughout my foundation building process, eventually becoming a spiritual weapon.

A hint of reminiscence flickered in Lin Chang'an's eyes as scenes from his decades-long cultivation journey flashed across the sword blade.

There are too many memories, and too many familiar faces that have disappeared forever.

"Uncle Lin, this is far too precious!"

This is even more valuable than two high-quality Foundation Building Pills.

However, Lin Chang'an did not give the two a chance to refuse. He shook his head and sighed. This was not only his intention, but also a set of Foundation Establishment materials given by Yun Yao.

With the addition of these two high-quality Foundation Establishment Pills, he actually didn't lose out.

"Take it. This is not just a token of your Uncle Lin's goodwill."

Lin Chang'an gave a meaningful hint, and sure enough, Wei Yingying was extremely intelligent. She secretly tugged at Shen Fan, while secretly making her own guesses.

Besides Uncle Lin, who else is there?

"With this spiritual artifact, your dual cultivation and combined attack technique will be more secure in the future."

With the couple's combined attack techniques and a spiritual artifact, their strength was comparable to that of an ordinary mid-Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Lin Chang'an shook his head. He should also make preparations to say goodbye to these old friends in the next few years.

Perhaps this departure means we'll never see each other again.

……

"Old Lin, although we plan to go to the Monster Sea Abyss together, we can't rush it. We need to make proper preparations first."

Inside the restaurant, Old Hu's face lit up with joy when he saw Lin Chang'an agree.

However, he then reminded him that going to the Demon Beast Sea Abyss was not the same as before.

"Of course, the situation in Yue Kingdom will remain peaceful for a few more years, and the two of us should take this opportunity to make good preparations."

They are Foundation Establishment cultivators, and they went to the Demon Beast Sea Abyss to try their luck, not blindly.

For example, what's the current situation in the Monster Sea Abyss? What major events have occurred? How do you find a place to stay there, and what do you need to prepare?

This is far from the conclusion that the two of them decided today and will set off in two or three months.

"Regarding preparations!"

Lin Chang'an was also pondering to himself. Over the years, he had cultivated his water escape technique to the highest level, so he was not unskilled in water combat.

He has the Azure Scale Sword for attack and the Yellow Dragon Bell for defense and suppression; both are top-grade spiritual weapons. Not to mention, he also has a talisman as his trump card.

He was not afraid as long as he did not encounter a Core Formation cultivator.

"Old Hu, I estimate that the profits from this market won't last much longer."

Lin Chang'an sighed softly. They had witnessed the rise and prosperity of the black market, and now they were about to watch it come to an end.

Master Lu's lifespan is coming to an end, and Tianxuan City is currently experiencing some turmoil. Although their black market is doing well at the moment.

But anyone with eyes can see that it's already past its prime and won't last much longer.

Shops are not easy to sell now.

"It's okay, we've already made our money back. Let's make a killing in the next two years. This new place is different from here; we'll have to start all over again."

Old Hu picked up his drink and downed it in one gulp, a hearty smile spreading across his face.

Just then, Yun Yao appeared, and Lao Hu immediately smiled upon seeing her.

"Fellow Daoist Yun, you've finally arrived! Old Lin was so drunk he was practically in a daze, it turns out he was waiting for you, Fellow Daoist Yun."

Lin Chang'an, who had just picked up his wine glass, was speechless after hearing Lao Hu's words.

He was indeed a little distracted just now, but he wasn't thinking about Yun Yao; he was thinking about the waiter who served them the food.

He would never forget that familiar scent.

Unexpectedly, this guy surnamed Qin is so bold as to come back and even hide in the restaurant as a waiter.

However, the tracking mark spell of the Li Huo Palace is really useful. Even after a year, it can still be sensed.

"Fellow Daoist Yun."

Old Hu loved to joke, and Lin Chang'an didn't mind, smiling and nodding slightly.

Yun Yao, however, remained disguised, with an ordinary face.

However, after sitting down, Yun Yao immediately cast a soundproof spell and, looking at the two of them, revealed some shocking news.

"What! Xuan Yin Pavilion is withdrawing from the Yue Kingdom's influence!?"

Upon hearing this news, Old Hu's eyes widened in disbelief. Although he knew that Master Lu's lifespan was nearing its end and his situation was dire, he hadn't expected it to have reached this point.

Lin Chang'an also frowned.

"Has the situation come to this? Xuan Yin Pavilion is actually going to abandon the Yue Kingdom."

This is a legacy that has been passed down for hundreds of years. Are you just going to give it up like that?
Yun Yao, with a solemn expression, said in a deep voice:
"According to the intelligence from the Divine Sect, the Xuan Yin Pavilion's only two Core Formation cultivators, the elder of whom is seriously injured, probably only have a few decades left to live."

The newly appointed Pavilion Master of Xuan Yin Pavilion, Fairy Ni Chang, although exceptionally talented, has only recently formed her Core Formation, and Xuan Yin Pavilion has already dispatched an envoy…”

Upon hearing this, Lin Chang'an was deeply shocked for a long time.

"Ten years can witness the passing of spring and autumn, a hundred years can witness birth, aging, sickness and death, and yet you and I, in less than a hundred years, have personally witnessed the change of dynasties in the Yue Kingdom..."

Lin Chang'an couldn't help but sigh deeply. The world of cultivation is unpredictable, and no one can say what tomorrow will bring.

He still remembers the scene when he first entered the world of cultivation, when the three major sects of Yue Kingdom were fighting side by side, and all things were full of vitality.

It was a peaceful place.

Seeing Lin Chang'an's sigh, Old Hu scratched his head and said in astonishment:
"Old Lin, what are you trying to prove with your literary skills? Anyone who didn't know better would think you were a scholar back in the mortal world."

Lin Chang'an coughed lightly and looked helplessly at Lao Hu.

The atmosphere he had painstakingly built up was ruined by this rude man.

Yun Yao, standing to the side, rarely showed a smile.

"However, there is also good news. Xuan Yin Pavilion previously sought help from the seven kingdoms without success, and this time they have withdrawn from Yue Kingdom, according to reliable sources."

This elder has a past connection with a Core Formation cultivator from the Azure Sea Palace in Sea Abyss City; he's probably heading to the Demon Beast Sea Abyss..."

"This is truly fantastic news!"

Upon hearing the news, Lao Hu couldn't help but show his delight.

For Xuan Yin Pavilion, this might be a last resort, but for Lao Hu and Lin Chang'an, it's fantastic news.

Doesn't this prove that we can hitch a ride on this opportunity, and even check out the situation at Xuan Yin Pavilion before settling down?

It's better than going to a place you don't know at all.

"It's actually the Azure Sea Palace!"

Lin Chang'an was shocked to discover that Xuan Yin Pavilion actually had this kind of connection.

However, Yun Yao shook her head and said, "Golden Core cultivators may be very important in the Seven Kingdoms, but in the Demon Beast Sea Abyss, they are just stronger cultivators."

The Azure Sea Palace is the strongest force in the Demon Beast Abyss, and this Golden Core cultivator is an insignificant elder under its jurisdiction.

The forces in the Demon Beast Abyss are complex and numerous, and even the seven kingdoms combined haven't made much of a ripple.

"Let's assess the situation first. If possible, we could avoid many setbacks by boarding the Xuan Yin Pavilion's ship on this long journey."

This is just news; no matter how reliable it may seem, it's not actually true.

Therefore, the three of them simply had one more path.

"No rush. Neither Lao Hu and I, nor a major power like Xuan Yin Pavilion, can make a decision in a short time."

Lin Chang'an smiled and raised his glass to drink with the two men. Then, with a wave of his hand, he released several barrier spells in the private room, which made Lao Hu and Yun Yao show surprise.

However, the two did not make any unusual moves. Instead, their tacit understanding over the years made them secretly on guard.

Lin Chang'an then chuckled and called the waiter outside to come in and add more dishes.

　Thank you to fellow Daoist '高官aoyun' for the 400 spirit stones.

　　Thank you to all the fellow Daoists who have supported me.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)