Immortality and cultivation begin with drawing talismans.

Chapter 337 Firm Dao Heart
Tianquan Peak.

"The Four Symbols Dragon Scale Armor, the method of refining this ancient treasure is truly unique."

Since obtaining the method for refining this ancient treasure, Lin Chang'an has often held it in his hands to study it.

In fact, over the past six months, he has spent considerable time researching these materials that he had never heard of before.

"Many things only existed in ancient times, and when they were used up, they would disappear into the past. Similarly, in this world of cultivation, there are many things that did not exist in ancient times."

Looking at the jade slip in his hand, Lin Chang'an couldn't help but feel deeply moved.

The more one understands the mysteries of the various arts of cultivation, the more captivating and irresistible they become.

As cultivators' cultivation levels rise, they begin to explore the various secrets of the cultivation world, and the myriad arts of cultivation are merely one of the means of doing so.

It is not a simple and boring reinforcement method.

"Gathering the power of the four elements, and containing the essence of formations, this ancient treasure has truly broadened my horizons."

He had never known of such a refining method before. Unlike ordinary refining methods, this was a refining technique that pursued an extremely singular power.

"It's a pity, we still need to search for many materials."

Lin Chang'an sighed inwardly. During this time, he had learned a lot about the characteristics of these ancient materials, so as to find materials with the same characteristics today.

However, the repair is extremely difficult.

"Even if a Nascent Soul cultivator wanted to repair this ancient treasure, he would probably only have a chance to succeed if he could find the materials in one ancient secret realm after another."

Legend has it that within the first secret realm of the Demon Beast Sea Abyss, there are countless ancient materials that have disappeared.

However, when Lin Chang'an thought of this, he sighed softly and slowly shook his head.

No matter how powerful the ancient treasure is, even if he were given a complete version of the ancient treasure now, he wouldn't be able to unleash his full potential at the Golden Core stage.

In contrast, when he went to the secret realm seventy years later, his first priority was to find the Nascent Soul Spirit Object, rather than these magical treasures.

"Leaving aside other materials, these main materials alone are not something that ordinary cultivators can obtain."

The Four Symbols Dragon Scale Armor first requires the essence of a dragon to be refined within it. Only in this way can it regain its spiritual charm and become a barely usable magic weapon.

Next, he needed to find the four magical pearls that could ward off wind, fire, water, and dust, but this was extremely difficult for him.

Therefore, the only option is to retire a spirit creature with similar, less desirable performance.

"If the performance is similar, then it can only be refined using demon cores of the same attribute."

Given the perilous nature of this secret realm, needless to say, if he wanted to repair this ancient defensive treasure, he would have to find the best spiritual objects within his own capabilities.

"A third-grade high-quality demon core. Water and earth attributes are easy to find, fire attributes are just a bit hard to find, but the truly rare one is a third-grade late-stage great demon core with wind attributes."

Thinking about this, Lin Chang'an couldn't help but feel a bit of a headache, but after thinking about it carefully...

If it weren't for the ancient treasure that Yun Yao gave him, he would still need to refine corresponding magical artifacts, which wouldn't necessarily be easier.

Even if it's time-consuming and laborious, having more magic weapons doesn't necessarily mean you're stronger.

Comparatively speaking, if he could repair this ancient treasure, he only needed to unleash one or two of its power to make it comparable to a top-tier third-order defensive magic weapon.

"It seems we need to hunt this thunder dragon first."

Immediately afterward, Lin Chang'an remembered the information Yun Yao had told him: this thunder dragon was in the outer sea, and it was quite a distance away.

"A late-stage third-tier lightning-attribute dragon is a bit tricky in terms of strength. It seems I need to make careful preparations."

Among demonic beasts, the dragon is known for its strength among those of the same level, not to mention those with the lightning attribute.

If he had a choice, he would naturally prefer to change to a different attribute.

After all, he can't control Lei.

"However, there are advantages as well as disadvantages. The disadvantage is that this monster is extremely powerful, and my techniques and magic weapons do not have any attribute advantage over it."

The advantage is that this dragon possesses the attribute of lightning; whenever there are thunderstorms, it swims out of the deep sea and hovers within the valleys of the island, absorbing the power of heavenly lightning.

Of course, the dragon wouldn't directly withstand the power of the heavenly lightning. Instead, it would use the valley's advantages to weaken the lightning before absorbing and cultivating it.

"If I want to trap this thunder dragon, it seems that with my current abilities, the only option is the Four Symbols Black Tortoise Formation."

After much thought, he concluded that this defensive formation was the only option.

More importantly, they possess the materials needed to craft this formation.

"It seems that the third-tier giant tortoise demon essence and the tortoise shell skeleton we obtained last time can be used to refine this formation."

The materials he had previously obtained from the late-stage Tier 3 giant tortoise—its shell, bones, and essence—were top-tier Tier 3 materials.

It will save him almost half of his time in an instant.

"We need to refine this formation as soon as possible, lest this thunder dragon escape and change its lair."

Thanks to the array formation inheritance given to him by the Sixth Elder, as well as most of the inheritance of the Yin Soul Sect, he has gained a deep understanding of array formations.

Next, Lin Chang'an began collecting materials to refine the formation.

Now that he is an elder of the Xuan Yin Pavilion, he naturally doesn't need to do everything himself, unless it's some top-quality materials, in which case he needs to take action personally.

……

Three months later.

The sword attendant emerged from seclusion. Since reaching the Core Formation stage, she had finally stabilized her cultivation level and mastered the power currently possessed by Core Formation cultivators.

"Master, this is a gift from the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce."

The sword attendant respectfully reported after emerging from seclusion, showing no change despite becoming a Core Formation cultivator.

Meanwhile, Lin Chang'an, who was studying the Four Symbols Black Tortoise Formation inside the cave, couldn't help but smile when he saw the gift sent by the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce.

"This gift is quite substantial; it seems they're determined to win me over."

The gift list, along with the subtle allure in the letter, is certainly a testament to their sincerity.

Joining the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce promises various benefits, etc.

If one is interested in expanding their family and establishing a clan, the Sihai Chamber of Commerce offers better conditions than the Xuan Yin Pavilion.

Unfortunately, his ambitions lay elsewhere.

"This generous gift truly requires me to write a reply in person."

It's only natural to reciprocate. The Four Seas Chamber of Commerce was also trying to win him over with great benefits, so he was certainly not someone who didn't understand etiquette. Even if he refused, he still had to show the proper manners.

The sword attendant standing to the side of the cave then respectfully took out the materials he had obtained from the Xuan Yin Pavilion.

"Master, these are the materials that Xuan Yin Pavilion has recently collected."

Lin Chang'an checked everything one by one, while inside the Earth Fire Cave, his three clones were engrossed in refining an array.

The main body and the clones have a clear division of labor.

“Master, the seventy-two islands in the outer sea have been quite turbulent recently. With the opening of the first secret realm of the Demon Beast Sea Abyss, countless Core Formation cultivators who have been in seclusion for a long time have emerged from seclusion.”

Even some Nascent Soul stage monsters who were thought to have passed away have reappeared. And the incidents that occurred in the border area of ​​Five Dragon Island have recently been rumored to be a frame-up by the Xuan Yin Demonic Sect against the Azure Sea Palace…”

Upon hearing the sword attendant's report, Lin Chang'an couldn't help but raise his head, revealing his interest.

"Before this secret realm opened, all sorts of people popped up. It seems that some people were deliberately stirring up trouble, while others wanted to profit from the chaos."

However, the fact that there has been some unrest on all seventy-two islands in the outer sea suggests that a force is behind it all.

Lin Chang'an squinted, and couldn't help but think of the turmoil in the Demon Beast Sea Abyss over the years.

In fact, looking back at earlier years, it's clear that many forces in the outer seas were subtly probing the position of the overlord of the Azure Sea Palace in the Demon Beast Sea Abyss.

However, nobody wants to be the first to stick their neck out; small-scale skirmishes are acceptable.

Now that the secret realm has opened, many Core Formation and Nascent Soul cultivators have appeared, giving the forces behind them a good opportunity. "This Demon Beast Abyss really can't be quiet for a moment."

Now that his status and position are different, the information he comes into contact with is naturally different as well.

From the information he gathered, the Demon Beast Abyss experienced a period of turmoil after the last secret realm ended.

This is one of the reasons why Blood Fiend Master fled far away, and even Lu Zhenjun left.

"This time is different from the past. The two palace masters of Bihai Palace did not show up during the last turmoil, which has already made many forces suspicious."

If the two palace masters of Bihai Palace don't appear this time, the turmoil will likely be even more severe than the last one.

Lin Chang'an pondered inwardly. Over the years, he had discovered that not only the Xuan Yin Pavilion, but also the major sects and forces of the Seven Kingdoms Alliance had begun to secretly transfer some resources back to the Seven Kingdoms.

This is probably an early preparation for the impending turmoil.

After all, he didn't think he was the only one who could see it.

However, turmoil can also be an opportunity.

Every period of chaos and upheaval gives rise to some extraordinary talents.

After pondering for a while, Lin Chang'an raised his head, looked at the sword attendant beside him, and couldn't help but speak:

"Ling'er, now that you're a Core Formation cultivator, things are different from before. What are your thoughts on the current state of the Demon Beast Sea Abyss?"

Although the sword attendant held nothing back from him, as fellow Core Formation cultivators, he still deserved due respect.

"Master, the sword servant is undaunted by any disturbance!"

The sword attendant's clear, heterochromatic eyes were filled with indifference; she had never taken the turmoil in the cultivation world to heart.

It was this fearless spirit that allowed the sword servant to condense an extremely strong sword intent after forming his core.

Lin Chang'an smiled when he saw this.

This personality is truly a perfect match for the Heavenly Spirit Sword Body.

"How's your cultivation of the supernatural powers I taught you before going?"

"Master, the sword servant has been mastered."

A sword attendant dressed in dark blue martial arts attire had a glint of inspiration in his eyes. With a thought, three solid and sharp sword beams instantly condensed around him.

"That sword light!"

The moment the sword light appeared, Lin Chang'an couldn't help but put down the array jade slip in his hand.

"Sword Intent!"

The sword servant was practicing the 'Sword Shadow at Will' divine power that he had cultivated.

He knew perfectly well how much effort he had put into cultivating this supernatural power.

However, the sword servant mastered it in just a few months, and even condensed the sword intent that he had painstakingly cultivated for many years to achieve.

"His talent in kendo is truly enviable."

In terms of his mastery of supernatural powers, he progressed step by step from beginner to proficient to expert.

The sword servant, however, directly mastered the art of swordsmanship to the level of proficiency.

Seeing her master's approving gaze, the sword attendant felt a surge of joy; she had finally caught up with her master.

However, the sword attendant seemed to think of something the next moment. After hesitating for a moment, he finally took out a letter from his bosom.

"Master, the sword servant only discovered the letter left by the mistress inside the cave's formation after leaving the seclusion."

"Yun Yao!"

Looking at the letter left by Yun Yao, Lin Chang'an glanced down and then smiled.

This really does resemble Yun Yao's personality.

"Master! Sword Servant is willing to serve you for life and pursue the Great Dao."

The sword attendant, who had reached the Core Formation stage, had a firm gaze that remained unwavering.

"If that's the case, then cultivate diligently. With your talent, achieving the Nascent Soul stage is not impossible."

"Yes, Master!"

……

Xuanyin Peak.

"My sect leader, it seems that Elder Lin is a thoughtful person. Otherwise, why would he personally convey these words?"

Liu Ruyu spoke with a joyful expression, while the Fairy of Rainbow Robes, who had just emerged from seclusion, smiled without saying a word, holding the spiritual tea in her hands.

She had also heard some of the news coming from outside.

This newly formed Core Formation cultivator, a sword attendant, is rumored to be a concubine.

It's obvious to outsiders that Lin Chang'an's heart is with her.

However, the fairy in the shimmering robes, who was gently blowing on the spiritual tea in her cup, had her eyelids slightly lowered and always had a faint smile on her face.

"Alright, I will personally win over Elder Lin, so don't worry."

She could naturally see that Liu Ruyu was afraid that Lin Chang'an would be won over by the Sihai Chamber of Commerce.

"Sect Leader, it's not that I'm worried, it's just that Elder Lin is involved in the whole thing. Everyone knows that Wen Danshi of Crimson Fire Peak is aloof and only has Elder Lin as a friend."

Elder Lin, with his mid-stage Core Formation cultivation, a third-tier spirit pet, and this Alchemist Wen—the implications are far too great.

Liu Ruyu said helplessly, "If Lin Chang'an is really won over, then the Xuan Yin Pavilion's Core Formation cultivators will lose half of their number."

As a result, after she talked for a long time, the sect leader was focused on holding the spiritual tea, which left Liu Ruyu feeling helpless.

"Alright, you may leave now. I will personally visit Elder Lin and also prepare a gift for him. The hundred-year agreement with Master Wen is almost here."

Many people outside must be eager to recruit such a third-tier alchemist.

With a gentle voice, like a spring breeze brushing past her ear, the fairy in the rainbow dress spoke slowly and deliberately, making Liu Ruyu secretly wonder what her sect leader senior sister really meant.

However, seeing her sect leader sister so focused on sipping tea, she secretly made a guess.

Could she have guessed wrong? The relationship between their sect leader and Elder Lin was one of mutual appreciation between fellow Daoists.

However, after Liu Ruyu bowed and left, only Fairy Ni Chang remained in the empty hall, and a soft sigh echoed in the hall.

"The cultivation world is in turmoil, and there will likely be a disaster that will affect the entire Demon Beast Sea Abyss in the future. How can we drag Fellow Daoist Lin into this now?"

At this moment, the fairy in the shimmering robes, holding the spirit tea, had a deep, melancholic gaze.

It seems her only hope is to keep this alchemist.

As for this Fellow Daoist Lin, let's establish a good relationship. If Xuan Yin Pavilion is unable to do so in the future, he can help Xuan Yin Pavilion in some way.

"Without achieving the Nascent Soul stage, one will remain merely an ant!"

At this moment, Fairy Ni Chang slowly rose and looked out over the entire Xuan Yin Pavilion sect through the main hall, her gaze gradually becoming firm.

Although the sect slowed down her cultivation speed over the years, it also tempered her will.

She never felt that the sect was a burden.

On the path to immortality, there are things one can do and things one can choose not to do!
If you don't even have a heart, what's the point of cultivating immortality?

　Ahem, I'm a little late. It's Sunday and the kids are home, so things are a mess. I hope you all can forgive me.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)