Immortality and cultivation begin with drawing talismans.

Chapter 300 Reunion [Requesting Monthly Tickets]

Wulong Island Market.

"Moo!"

The green-horned ox, overjoyed, swayed its head back and forth, looking left and right at the bustling market.

Along the wide bluestone streets of the market, there were quite a few cultivators with their mounts and spirit pets.

However, the Green Horned Ox concealed its aura; otherwise, Lin Chang'an would not want to attract attention with the appearance of a third-tier spirit beast.

As for associating him with the sight of the green horned cow?
After the Green Horned Ox broke through to the third rank, many cultivators were affected by it, and Green Horned Ox calves became hot commodities in the market.

Along the way, Guanglin Chang'an encountered no fewer than six or seven first-tier green-horned oxen.

"Moo!"

When the Green Horned Ox saw the spiritual fruits on the stall, its eyes widened. However, after taking a sniff, it realized that they were just ordinary spiritual fruits and immediately snorted, revealing a disdainful expression.

This scene made Lin Chang'an shake his head; the Green Horned Ox seemed to have forgotten the days when it ate these low-grade spiritual fruits.

Duobao Tower.

Although Lin Chang'an concealed his aura the whole way, he was still recognized at first glance after entering the Treasure Pavilion of Xuan Yin Pavilion.

"My name is Jianming, greetings, Elder!"

This time, the manager of Duobaolou was a middle-aged late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator who respectfully led Lin Chang'an upstairs.

However, looking at the face that resembled the former shopkeeper, Lin Chang'an unusually asked:
"Young friend, was the previous shopkeeper your elder?"

"Elder Lin, the previous manager was my father."

The middle-aged cultivator, Jianming, dared not be negligent in the slightest after hearing Elder Lin's inquiry, and respectfully reported back.

At the same time, he secretly marveled at how many people his father had accumulated over the years.

Upon hearing that the previous shopkeeper had passed away, Lin Chang'an couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

Time flies! Before he could even realize it, he turned around and found that the familiar faces around him had all changed.

But the green hills and clear waters of Wulong Island remain unchanged.

"Elder Lin, please have a seat!"

Arriving at the top floor of Duobao Tower, Lin Chang'an sat down at the tea table.

The sword attendant beside her had a cold face and waved for the maid who came to serve her to leave, while she herself skillfully picked up the teapot and brewed tea.

This scene filled Jianming, a Foundation Establishment cultivator, with envy. This was what a Core Formation cultivator looked like.

Even Foundation Establishment cultivators have to be served like this.

"Alright, did you come here because you heard you have clues about high-grade Yin-attribute spirit jade?"

This high-grade Yin-attribute spirit jade is related to sealing demonic energy, so Lin Chang'an naturally had to take it to heart.

Upon hearing Lin Chang'an's question, Jian Ming gave a wry smile and cupped his hands in greeting:

"Please punish me, Elder. There was indeed a Foundation Establishment cultivator who possessed a third-tier Yin-attribute spirit jade, but this person seemed to know that Elder Lin had been collecting this spirit item all these years."

This person actually wanted to use this opportunity to meet the elder, which is why he failed to acquire the shop; otherwise, he would have personally delivered it to the elder's cave.

Upon hearing this, Lin Chang'an remained calm.

It's no secret that he started collecting Yin-attribute spiritual items two years ago; anyone with a bit of interest would know that.

Moreover, spiritual objects with yin attributes are needed for nurturing the primordial spirit, or for refining weapons, alchemy, and even formations. Their uses are extremely wide-ranging, so Lin Chang'an is not afraid of being guessed.

Moreover, there are plenty of spiritual items on Five Dragons Island that can be used for one's cultivation, even among Core Formation cultivators.

This is not surprising at all.

"It seems this person has something to ask for."

Those who insist on seeing a Core Formation Realm expert must have other matters to discuss, so Lin Chang'an didn't find it strange.

But Jian Ming, standing to the side, broke out in a cold sweat and whispered:
"This junior was unaware that the elder was coming; I had only just informed this person..."

Seeing Jianming's nervousness, Lin Chang'an chuckled and waved his hand casually to indicate that it was alright.

He is still young, unlike those old monsters who are too old, have no hope of cultivation, or have experienced something that has led to their eccentric personalities.

"Owner!"

The sword attendant respectfully poured tea and water for him, while Jianming secretly rejoiced after hearing this, even though he had long heard that Elder Lin was gentle and easy-going.

Meeting you today, I can confirm your gentle nature.

"Rest assured, Elder, this disciple will go and urge this person immediately!"

Jianming was also extremely anxious, hoping that this time it would be done smoothly.

Jianming then hurriedly went downstairs and arranged for people to send up high-grade pastries and the best spiritual fruits one by one. He also took out a communication talisman and kept urging the person.

Sitting in the attic, looking down at the bustling market and watching the busy figures below, evokes a unique feeling.

After taking a sip of the spiritual tea, Lin Chang'an sighed inwardly, reflecting on how he had once been just one of the masses below, but through his relentless efforts, he had reached this point.

This feeling is so good!
“Master, this person either wants to become your apprentice or has other motives.”

The sword attendant standing to the side had begun to speak his mind over the years.

Looking at the sword attendant's slightly chubby face, yet with a cold and aloof demeanor, Lin Chang'an found it amusing.

"It's normal to have ulterior motives. After all, in the world of cultivation, where do you get resources if you don't compete?"

Lin Chang'an chuckled and gestured, then picked up his teacup.

Seeing that his master's mood had not been affected, the sword attendant stood respectfully behind him.

……

A moment later, a young man in a hurry arrived at Duobaolou. Under the manager Jianming's impatient gaze, he hurriedly led the man to the top floor.

"Elder, the person has been brought here. This is the person who possesses a third-tier Yin attribute spirit jade."

As Jianming hurriedly spoke, the figure beside him quickly cupped his hands and said:
"I apologize for keeping you waiting, senior."

Seeing the two men's apprehensive expressions, Lin Chang'an smiled and waved his hand. Jian Ming understood and respectfully bowed and withdrew, leaving only the man behind.

"I heard you have a third-tier Yin attribute spirit jade?"

Lin Chang'an didn't hesitate and asked about the matter directly.

It wasn't that he was arrogant, but rather that the difference in cultivation levels among cultivators in the cultivation world was extremely significant. If it weren't for this item, how would this person have had the opportunity to pay his respects?

"Senior, this is it!"

The young man, who looked like he had just established his foundation and whose aura was still somewhat disordered, respectfully took something out of his storage bag.

The object was black and about the size of a plate. The moment it was taken out, it emitted a chilling aura, causing the sword attendant beside him to freeze in shock.

The sword attendant then took the item from Lin Chang'an, checked it to make sure there were no problems, and then respectfully placed it in front of his master.

"It is indeed a Tier 3 material."

Upon seeing this item, Lin Chang'an appeared calm on the surface, but his heart grew heavy.

This object appears to be a fragment of something that was broken. Based on the fine patterns and marks, Lin Chang'an could clearly tell that it was a broken array plate.

He narrowed his eyes instantly and looked at the young Foundation Establishment cultivator in front of him.

Was it sent intentionally? Or unintentionally?
"Where did you get this?"

“I dare not deceive you, senior. This item was obtained by my grandfather in a secret realm. It was because of this item that my grandfather suffered a calamity. I ask for nothing else but that you help me take revenge…”

Tears streaming down his face, he seemed to be experiencing a common stroke of luck in the cultivation world, where he obtained a treasure but his family was robbed, and he was the only one who escaped with the protection of his family. Now, he was willing to offer up the treasure, seeking only revenge.

Lin Chang'an's smile grew wider and wider after hearing this, but the object floated directly from his hand to the other party.

"Senior!?" This person stared at Lin Chang'an in astonishment. Was his third-tier spiritual item not valuable enough?
I don't expect you to avenge him directly, but giving him one or two top-grade spiritual artifacts, cultivation techniques, or pills would be fine too, so he can take revenge himself.

Just as the other person was about to cry and beg, Lin Chang'an calmly stopped looking at him and began to sip the spiritual tea in his cup.

The sword attendant stepped forward, a murderous aura emanating from his brows, and coldly said, "Please!"

He gestured for the man to leave, causing the other person's expression to change several times. Embarrassed, but still facing a Core Formation cultivator, he lowered his head and said hoarsely:
"Sorry to bother you, Senior!"

Holding their spiritual objects, they went straight down the stairs, leaving only the two of them in the attic.

"Ling'er, why don't you think I took this?"

Lin Chang'an asked with a light laugh, and the sword attendant beside him, upon hearing this, coldly uttered six words.

"This person has ill intentions."

Upon hearing this, Lin Chang'an immediately smiled.

Even the sword attendant could see it, so how could he not?

What does the incomplete array plate in the secret realm want to do?
Keep in mind that he was a third-tier array master. He used this array plate to study the origin of a certain array and also found out from the other party where it was located in the secret realm.

This is clearly an attempt to entice him to become interested in the secret realm.

Given the current situation on Five Dragons Island, far too many people are trying to take advantage of the chaos.

If things aren't chaotic on Five Dragons Island, how can you stir up trouble?
"I've been enjoying the treatment of an elder of the Xuan Yin Pavilion, but now I'm going to have to take on some responsibilities."

Lin Chang'an smiled and shook his head. If the other party really had ill intentions, then they weren't simply targeting him, but rather the Xuan Yin Pavilion.

"Come on, let's go see an old friend."

Lin Chang'an left, but before he left, he still instructed the shopkeeper Jianming to arrange for someone to investigate the man's background.

And inform the sect of this person's information.

As for wrongly accusing this person?
The cultivation world has always been a dog-eat-dog world.

"However, this person is probably not a cultivator from Five Dragons Island, and the spiritual objects are all real. He is simply making clever use of the cultivators' greed."

If it is truly a misunderstanding, then Xuan Yin Pavilion will naturally trade the item with the other party normally after the investigation is completed; otherwise...

His fate was self-evident.

Lin Chang'an didn't think much of it then; he had important people to meet.

As for the third-tier Yin attribute spirit jade, there will be plenty of opportunities to collect it gradually.

……

A restaurant in the market area.

As the door to the private room opened, a familiar figure in white appeared before them.

"Brother Lin."

Upon seeing Lin Chang'an, Yun Yao, dressed in a white palace gown, couldn't help but smile.

"Yun Yao."

Lin Chang'an nodded with a light laugh and sat down at the table as if they were old friends.

The sword attendant beside her showed a hint of surprise in her eyes. She had never seen her master treat anyone so easily and casually.

However, the sword attendant composed himself and respectfully stepped forward to pour wine for the two of them.

Yun Yao raised an eyebrow at the charming sword attendant and couldn't help but tease her:
"I had long heard that Brother Lin had been keeping a beautiful cultivator by his side all these years, but I never expected it to be true."

Although the two had reconnected two years ago, they had only met privately a handful of times.

Although both of them were already Core Formation cultivators, their identities were too sensitive, and who knew if they would be targeted by someone.

"Yun Yao, this is Qiu Ling'er."

Lin Chang'an did not hide anything after hearing this and introduced it directly to Yun Yao.

"I've met senior!"

The sword servant instantly understood that this person must hold a high position in his master's heart, as it was the first time his master had introduced him to someone else.

He couldn't help but respectfully cup his hands in greeting.

However, the sword attendant couldn't help but secretly peek at the person in front of him.

"Hmm, not bad. His appearance doesn't disgrace Brother Lin, it's just that his cultivation level is a bit lacking."

"Yes! This servant will definitely work hard to cultivate and strive not to bring shame to my master in the future."

As soon as he entered, he saw Yun Yao starting to nitpick, and Lin Chang'an couldn't help but smile wryly.

Yun Yao, unusually, glared at Lin Chang'an, but she didn't seem angry at all.

In the cultivation world, powerful cultivators can easily find one or two concubines.

Moreover, Lin Chang'an has remained diligently cultivating himself all these years, which has greatly pleased her.

Yun Yao only had a slight temper towards the sword attendant. Having grown up in a mortal royal family, she didn't have the same resentment towards her three wives and four concubines as some others.

In her heart, given Brother Lin's character, the only way for them to continue their journey together in this world of cultivation was through cultivation.

Falling behind is just a passing scene on the journey of life.

"Yun Yao, Ling'er is one of us too."

Upon hearing Lin Chang'an's words, the sword attendant beside him trembled. Looking at Yun Yao, the stunningly beautiful Core Formation senior, she hurriedly bowed and said:
"Sword Servant greets Mistress!"

She had originally intended to make a few teasing remarks, but the title "Sword Servant" caused a flicker of panic in Yun Yao's eyes, and she subconsciously looked towards Lin Chang'an.

However, after seeing Lin Chang'an's smiling face, Yun Yao calmed down, felt inexplicably relieved, smiled with relief, and her eyes were clear and bright.

She possesses the straightforwardness of a chivalrous female general and the elegance of royalty, and is not petty.

Furthermore, the two have a deep affection for each other, but they haven't confessed their feelings to each other all these years.

It wasn't that she was unwilling, but rather that both of them had their own secrets, and she also had a huge burden weighing on her, making it hard for her to breathe.

After the minor incident involving the sword attendant, Yun Yao spoke with Lin Chang'an in a refined and composed manner.

"Brother Lin, Yun Yao no longer wants to be the Holy Maiden of that cult!"

Beneath the calm voice, Lin Chang'an's heart skipped a beat, and his expression gradually turned serious.

You know, Yun Yao sacrificed a lot for the title of Holy Maiden before, so why suddenly!?
"Yun Yao, is it that you can't, dare not, or don't want to!?"

In the somewhat oppressive atmosphere, the sword attendant stood respectfully to the side, serving the two men wine.

After a long while, Yun Yao finally put down her wine glass and revealed a smile.

"I don't want to! I dare not! I can't!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Chang'an fell silent.

These words indicate that Yun Yao has encountered a huge problem.

However, the next moment, Yun Yao burst out laughing and waved her hand, saying:
"Brother Lin, don't worry, I'm used to defecting, I'm experienced."

Lin Chang'an was speechless for a moment after hearing this. Judging from Yun Yao's words, it seemed that she was preparing to defect from the Xuan Yin Demonic Sect again.

But can this compare to the former Li Huo Palace?
　Ahem, please vote for me next month!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)