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Chapter 220 The Spirit Pet is Preparing to Form its Core [Seeking Monthly Tickets]

Five Dragons Island, Duobao Building.

"I have met Master He."

The manager of Duobaolou hurriedly came out to greet them respectfully.

Lin Chang'an, disguised as an old man in black, gave a calm "hmm" and was then respectfully invited to the top floor of Duobao Tower.

Two Foundation Establishment female cultivators acted as maids, respectfully entering to arrange the spiritual fruits and tea before leaving.

Seeing this, Lin Chang'an secretly sighed, "This is the impact of strength."

Unfortunately, he is currently just a figurehead, or rather, he cannot maintain the status of a fake elixir cultivator for long.

He is only able to temporarily possess the aura of a Pseudo-Core Formation cultivator by relying on his pseudo-Core Formation level divine sense and forcibly activating the 'Sword Shadow at Will' divine power.

Although he appeared relaxed, Lin Chang'an was constantly enduring the pain of being forced to push himself, yet he still had to maintain a nonchalant expression.

Just as he was waiting, the manager of Xuan Yin Pavilion finally pushed open the door and entered, then stood respectfully to the side, where a familiar yet unfamiliar figure appeared.

When Lin Chang'an saw this person, he was taken aback. It was her!

The Fairy of Rainbow Robes, a Core Formation cultivator from the Mysterious Sound Pavilion, unexpectedly found herself on Five Dragon Island during his visit.

The fairy in the rainbow dress was dressed in colorful palace robes, surrounded by ribbons. She had delicate eyebrows and wore a veil, revealing a pair of clear eyes as bright as the moon.

Beneath the white veil, her beautiful face was faintly visible, unable to conceal her unparalleled elegance and ethereal charm.

"Greetings, Fellow Daoist He."

Upon receiving the telepathic message, Fairy Ni Chang arrived without hesitation, and even smiled when facing Lin Chang'an, who was disguised as a cultivator.

"So you are Fairy Ni Chang. I have long admired your name."

Lin Chang'an, disguised as an old man, smiled, stood up, and returned the greeting with a cupped hand.

He is now a pseudo-core cultivator, which makes him superior to the storekeeper who has foundation-building cultivation, but compared to this true core cultivator, a pseudo-core cultivator is inherently inferior.

After exchanging pleasantries, the two took their seats, and the innkeeper tactfully withdrew, leaving only the two Core Formation cultivators to continue their discussion.

“Fairy of Rainbow Robes, I have come here today to rent your esteemed pavilion’s spiritual land for my use.”

Lin Chang'an explained his purpose with a smile.

This was a prodigy he had heard of when he first entered the world of cultivation, and now he was sitting in the same position, making him sigh at the cruel twists of fate.

Indeed, one must rely on oneself.

"Fellow Daoist He, you're too kind."

The fairy in the rainbow dress also had a big smile on her face, and her words were full of enthusiasm.

Logically speaking, true core cultivators usually look down on fake core cultivators, but unfortunately, the Xuan Yin Pavilion was severely damaged by years of war when it was in Yue Kingdom.

Although we have only just established ourselves here, things are already very different from what they used to be.

Lin Chang'an could naturally tell that the other party was trying to win him over and probe his intentions.

"Fairy of Rainbow Robes, I am but a rogue cultivator. Even if I were lucky enough to form a Core Formation, I would only be a pseudo-Core Formation cultivator..."

Lin Chang'an smiled wryly, while pretending to look at the other person with envy and disappointment.

This is simply a genuine expression of emotion from a fake Core cultivator towards a true Core cultivator; it's only human nature.

However, it was just the envy of a Foundation Establishment cultivator towards a True Core cultivator.

Fairy Ni Chang had little doubt about this, and even nodded secretly. This Fellow Daoist He's aura was unstable, and it was obvious that he had only recently achieved the false core.

After a polite conversation, Fairy Ni Chang tried to win him over by inviting him to become a guest elder of the Xuan Yin Pavilion.

Lin Chang'an pondered for a while, his expression showing some interest, but he did not directly refuse.

After all, he needs someone's help right now.

"Oh, right, I forgot to ask what attribute your spirit pet is for when you break through to the third tier? My Xuan Yin Pavilion does have a few suitable spirit items for demonic beasts to form their core."

"My pet is a fire-attribute demon beast. If your esteemed establishment has any yang or fire-attribute Core Formation spiritual items, I am willing to purchase them."

Lin Chang'an said with a smile, and the fairy in the rainbow dress was not surprised when she heard it.

Despite the fact that the Demon Beast Sea Abyss has the most water-attribute demon beasts, there are quite a few cultivators here who raise fire-attribute spirit pets.

One is a water-attribute spirit pet, which is weak in the early stages and has low attack power, even among pets of the same level.

The second reason is that this area is adjacent to the Tongtian Mist Sea, so there are quite a few fire-attribute spirit pets here.

"What a coincidence! My Xuan Yin Pavilion already has a fire-attribute spiritual item suitable for demonic beasts to form their core. A fellow Daoist just happened to sell us one before."

The Fairy of Rainbow Clothes laughed as she spoke, her previous aloof and detached demeanor completely gone.

Upon hearing this, Lin Chang'an thought to himself, "I don't believe you for a second. How could it be such a coincidence? It's just a polite remark to get closer to you."

Even this favored daughter of heaven, the fairy in her flowing robes, was utterly exhausted.

Xuan Yin Pavilion is in a bad situation. Her master was injured on the battlefield in Yue Kingdom and his lifespan is not long.

Currently, Xuan Yin Pavilion clearly has two Core Formation cultivators. If one of them were to fall, it would definitely suffer a blow, and its situation would likely become even more precarious.

Otherwise, why would a true core cultivator be so amiable to a fake core cultivator, and even personally come to win her over?

Over the years, this high and mighty fairy has also learned to be cunning.

As this elegant and dignified fairy in her magnificent palace attire chatted and laughed, Lin Chang'an did not embarrass himself.

Although he was a fake Golden Core cultivator, the incomplete memories of the Blood Fiend True Man indicated that he was a cultivator at the late Golden Core stage.

Whether discussing the Dao or the local customs and culture of the Demon Beast Sea Abyss, there was not a single flaw.

The shopkeeper then respectfully knocked on the door again and entered, placing down two spiritual items suitable for demonic beasts to form their core.

"Fellow Daoist He, please take a look. One of these items is the Blazing Sun Fruit, and the other is the Fire Spirit Stone."

Upon seeing the two spiritual items, Lin Chang'an nodded secretly.

These demonic beasts are different from human cultivators. If we can find a suitable one for a demonic beast to form its core, that would be ideal.

"Fairy of Rainbow Robes, I have a bottle of Mystic Water Liquid here. I'll exchange it for this Blazing Sun Fruit."

Lin Chang'an pondered for a moment. The Phoenix Bird was already evolving, and the biggest problem was that it might not be able to withstand the backlash of the golden flames. Adding fire attribute at this time might not be a good idea.

On the contrary, this yang-attribute spiritual object also has the effect of strengthening the body's foundation and nourishing its vital energy.

When Lin Chang'an took out the Xuan Shui liquid from his storage bag, Fairy Ni Chang couldn't help but show a look of surprise.

Although both are Core Formation spiritual objects, it is clear that the kind of Core Formation spiritual object suitable for human cultivators is more valuable than the kind suitable for demonic beasts.

Although Lin Chang'an's half-bottle of Xuan Shui liquid is less than a portion, its value is in no way inferior to that of the Blazing Sun Fruit.

"Mysterious Water Liquid".

Both parties were very satisfied with the transaction, and Fairy Ni Chang was even more pleased that she had made the right choice in coming this time.

In recent years, the sect has been preparing a Core Formation artifact. With this half-bottle of Xuan Shui liquid, there is a good chance that the sect will gain another Core Formation cultivator.

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Fairy Ni Chang."

"Fellow Daoist He is too kind. Let's agree on a date two months from now, when my Xuan Yin Pavilion will vacate the Earth Fire House."

Xuan Yin Pavilion specializes in unorthodox techniques, and many of its disciples are skilled in weapon crafting, alchemy, and talisman drawing. Therefore, it is located on Fire Dragon Island, which is situated on Five Dragon Island.

Five Dragon Island is enormous, its terrain resembling five dragon heads probing the sea.

"We'll have to trouble your grand formation then."

Lin Chang'an said with a smile, "I didn't exchange this Xuan Shui liquid for nothing."

This time, Xuan Yin Pavilion will be responsible for the protection of the grand formation and the spiritual land.

This fairy in flowing robes naturally knew this, and with a solemn expression, she cupped her hands and said:

"Fellow Taoist, don't worry."

Xuan Yin Pavilion was already in a bad situation. If it accepted spirit stones but couldn't even do this much, then Xuan Yin Pavilion would probably face its biggest crisis.

Similarly, if Fellow Daoist He's spirit pet successfully breaks through, it will greatly benefit the reputation of Xuan Yin Pavilion.

Even befriending a pseudo-core cultivator who possesses a third-tier spirit pet is itself an investment.

……

As Lin Chang'an walked out of Xuan Yin Pavilion and returned, he couldn't help but grimace.

It hurts so much!
Forcibly activating supernatural powers to make himself, a pseudo-core cultivator, appear more perfect comes at the cost of this pain.

It's only because his self-healing body is so strong that he can disregard his injuries. If it were any other cultivator, even a pseudo-core cultivator, who suffered such injuries, they would have to go back and recuperate for a period of time.

"Squeak!"

Finally, after holding it in all the way, the phoenix that emerged from the spirit beast pouch widened its eyes and perched on his shoulder, chirping.

"You want both? Are you going to trade your demon core for them?"

Looking at this greedy phoenix, it was clear that it wanted to get its hands on both of the spiritual items from before.

This made Lin Chang'an glare at him in annoyance.

Does he not want it?

The problem is that we have the will but not the power.

"I even took out my Core Formation artifact to exchange for you, you bird."

Lin Chang'an glared fiercely at the bird. If it weren't for the guaranteed reward, even if he failed, he would still get a demon core, which would be just as valuable as what he lost.

Otherwise, he would never have taken out his Core Formation artifact.

When the phoenix saw its master getting angry, it began to fawn over him by urging him on and fanning him.

With its intelligence, it naturally understood that everything was being planned for its benefit.

"Alright, let's turn around and go back to Five Dragons Island. We'll rent a cave dwelling for now, and you should get ready too."

After wandering around outside with the Phoenix Bird, Lin Chang'an returned to Five Dragons Island again, concealing his identity.

However, this time he was at the late Foundation Establishment stage and rented a cave for seclusion.

This is used to allow the phoenix to conserve its energy and prepare itself.

……

Xuan Yin Pavilion.

"Master, we have obtained the Profound Water Liquid in this exchange, and with the spiritual items in the sect, it is enough for us to form our core."

When Fairy Ni Chang returned, a look of joy appeared on her face, while the elder sitting cross-legged in the cave had a full head of silver hair and looked old.

This is clearly a sign that one's lifespan is coming to an end.

"Good, good!"

Looking at the spiritual item that Ni Chang brought back, the elder of Xuan Yin Pavilion breathed a sigh of relief and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

“In this way, I might be able to see another Core Formation cultivator in the Xuan Yin Pavilion, and then you won’t have to bear the burden of the Xuan Yin Pavilion alone.”

The kind-looking woman looked at her disciple, whom she had raised with a smile, as if they were mother and daughter.

"Shang'er, you must remember that in the world of cultivation, strength is always the most important. A little scheming is only for temporary gain. Don't waste your talent."

"Master, don't worry."

The fairy in the rainbow dress spoke with a solemn expression, which made the old woman sigh and shake her head.

She should have been a soaring prodigy, but now the Xuan Yin Pavilion has become a shackle. It's hard to say whether this is a blessing or a curse for Ni Chang.

"We should try to win this person over if possible. Even if we can't, we should still be on good terms with him. Since he has come to our Xuan Yin Pavilion, he must have seen the predicament of our Xuan Yin Pavilion and will definitely do his best to help him."

"Also be careful of the Long family. They are swift and decisive in their actions and extremely domineering."

Faced with her master's worries, Fairy Ni Chang also frowned.

"Master, the Long family shouldn't dare to act recklessly, right? You should know that Five Dragons Island is still under the jurisdiction of the Azure Sea Palace."

"One should always be wary of others. This Dragon Island Lord has long regarded the Five Dragon Island waters as his private domain. Did you really think that the Fire Palace and the Divine Sword Sect were not backed by him?"

At this point, the elder of Xuan Yin Pavilion couldn't help but reveal a hint of apprehension.

When the Seven Kingdoms Alliance first arrived, the local powers naturally united.

If Xuan Yin Pavilion hadn't been on good terms with a senior elder of Bi Hai Palace, it would have been devoured by the Long family long ago, leaving not even a bone fragment.

"Master, rest assured, at least on the surface the Long family doesn't dare to act recklessly."

With a solemn expression, Fairy Ni Chang secretly became vigilant, knowing that this matter absolutely could not go wrong.

……

Five Dragons Island, the Dragon Family.

"Master Li, according to reliable sources, the Xuan Yin Pavilion has actually recruited a fake Core Formation cultivator. This person has a spirit pet that is about to break through to the third rank..."

Master Li is a respected elder of the Long family, with a cultivation level of Pseudo-Core Formation.

Upon hearing this, he immediately revealed a malicious smile.

"Don't worry about this, leave it to me."

This rugged-looking True Man Li had been resentful and jealous of those cultivators who were able to form a true core ever since he failed to break through to the true core and only formed a false core.

Hearing that this outsider, a fake Core cultivator, actually had a third-tier spirit pet that was about to break through, he immediately became jealous.

"A third-tier spirit pet, whether it's its demon core or its essence blood, is a great tonic."

With a ferocious smile, Master Li turned his head to look at the bronze-armored corpse lying in the blood coffin inside the cave, exuding a strong, stench.

This is his spirit pet, also at the third level of cultivation.

"He's nothing but a cowardly rat hiding his head and tail. How dare he possess a third-tier spirit pet? Whether he succeeds or not, the spirit pet and this person's life essence can be used to feed my precious pet."

Beneath Master Li's sinister smile, this bronze-armored corpse at the third-tier Golden Core realm was also his reliance.

Among the pseudo-core cultivators on Five Dragons Island, he alone is enough to possess a third-tier spirit pet.

……

Lin Chang'an was unaware of the connection between Xuan Yin Pavilion and the Long family of Five Dragons Island.

Time flies, and two months have passed in the blink of an eye.

If it were a normal demon beast, having just hunted a third-tier Yin Spirit Beast King, it would need to go into seclusion for half a year to adjust its energy and spirit before breaking through.

However, after Lin Chang'an infused the Phoenix with Evergreen magic, it only took a few days for the Phoenix to recover to its peak condition.

It can be said that the two months of seclusion here were entirely for recuperation and to bring myself to peak condition.

"I'm leaving. Don't let me suffer a huge loss this time."

Before leaving, Lin Chang'an, unusually, cracked a joke.

The phoenix, however, stared with its bird eyes, as if to say, "Master, you're such a jinx!"

After leaving the cave, Lin Chang'an secretly changed his disguise outside, once again transforming into the fake Core Formation cultivator, Master He.

As agreed, Lin Chang'an arrived at the territory under the control of Xuan Yin Pavilion.

"Fellow Daoist He."

"The Fairy of Rainbow Skirts".

When the two met again, Fairy Ni Chang, with a smile on her face, invited him to enter the sacred land connected to the earth fire.

"Fellow Daoist He, rest assured, I have already checked the formation here beforehand, and I will absolutely not allow anyone to disturb your spirit pet."

The two walked side by side and arrived at a cave dwelling that had obviously been temporarily renovated.

The cave was filled with intense heat, and the lava below was clearly visible.

It was subterranean fire.

At the same time, a spirit-gathering array was set up all around, with extremely rich spiritual energy, which was very suitable for demonic beasts to break through to the third tier.

This made Lin Chang'an smile with satisfaction.

However, after Fairy Ni Chang left, Lin Chang'an, with the mindset that one should always be wary of others, secretly set up his Blood Fiend Crimson Sun Formation in the cave.

Only after checking and finding no problems did Lin Chang'an release the Phoenix Bird.

"A third-tier spirit pet, don't disappoint me."

Lin Chang'an's eyes flickered. Although he usually spoke lightly, if something really happened to the Phoenix Bird, he would suffer huge losses.

At the very least, exploring the place where the Yin spirits of the Tongtian Mist Sea gather will not be as easy as before.

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(End of this chapter)