Immortality and cultivation begin with drawing talismans.

Chapter 372 Three Years Later, the Celestial Phenomenon of Core Formation

Time flies, and three years have passed in the blink of an eye since the last Xuan Yin Pavilion sect competition.

During these three years, many things happened due to the continued turmoil in the open sea.

First, Meng Xinghai of Bibo Island married female cultivators from the Zhu and Liang clans of the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce as his Daoist partners, in the form of equal wives.

This disciple of Lu Zhenjun, although only at the mid-stage of Core Formation, possessed the treasures left by his parents and a powerful background.

In terms of overall strength, Meng Xinghai is not much weaker than a late-stage Core Formation cultivator.

In a short time, the Sihai Chamber of Commerce had a backbone. It was no longer the loose alliance of interests that it had been before, but a true chamber of commerce led by Meng Xinghai and with the Zhu and Liang families as allies.

The Meng family's betrothal gifts included several top-quality Core Formation spiritual items, which caused quite a stir.

With four Core Formation cultivators from the Meng family, plus numerous smaller sects and clans under the leadership of the Zhu and Liang families, they possess a formidable presence that rivals the Seven Kingdoms Alliance.

Tianquan Peak.

"Master, in recent years, the Four Seas Merchant Guild has turned its fortunes around and, after regrouping, is now almost as powerful as our Seven Kingdoms Alliance..."

Lin Chang'an returned from Bibo Island, and the sword attendant respectfully reported this.

Although I had already learned some information on Bibo Island, it was a different matter when someone I trusted reported it to me again.

After hearing about the changes over the past three years, Lin Chang'an had to nod in approval; Meng Xinghai was indeed no pushover.

"After seeing that Xuan Yin Pavilion could not achieve its goals, it immediately formed an alliance with the Si Hai Chamber of Commerce. Meng Xinghai is truly a remarkable person."

One must admit that this person is extremely decisive; when he sees that something is impossible, he does not hesitate or waver at all.

"It seems that the Sihai Chamber of Commerce is really different from what it used to be."

In the past, the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce was a place where everyone worked together to earn spirit stones, but when something really happened, no one would come forward.

But things are different now. With Meng Xinghai leading the way, the Liang and Zhu families are now allied with each other, and they also have powerful connections. The families that remain in the Sihai Chamber of Commerce are no longer as carefree as before.

With the backing of a Nascent Soul cultivator, the Meng family had every right to hold its subordinates accountable for their mistakes.

Once the scattered gathering of people from all over the world solidified, it truly became a force to be reckoned with.

"I never expected that this person would actually become so influential."

Lin Chang'an narrowed his eyes. If he weren't afraid of implicating Lu Zhenjun behind the scenes, he would definitely find an opportunity to kill this person.

After all, killing this person would be a slap in the face to Nascent Soul cultivator Lu Zhenjun.

However, let this person show off for a while; there will be plenty of opportunities in the future.

【Lifespan: 243/796】

[Realm Level: Mid-Golden Core (92/100)]

Inside the pavilion, Lin Chang'an looked at his cultivation progress over the past three years and couldn't help but sigh softly.

Even with his current cultivation speed of earth-grade spiritual root and aptitude of high-grade golden core, he has encountered a bottleneck.

In the first year, his cultivation level barely increased by two points, but in the following two years, it plummeted to one point of experience per year.

He can now clearly feel this bottleneck.

This is still his current aptitude. It's easy to see why there are many Core Formation cultivators in the cultivation world who can only linger in the early or middle stages of Core Formation for their entire lives.

His aptitude only indicates that he is a potential Nascent Soul cultivator, not that he is guaranteed to advance to the late Core Formation stage.

Take Xu Lingfeng as an example. He has a mid-grade Core Formation aptitude. Theoretically, he has the potential to cultivate to the late Core Formation stage, and with great opportunities, he may even break through to the Nascent Soul stage.

However, after breaking through to the mid-stage of Core Formation, the progress of cultivation becomes extremely slow, as if stuck in a quagmire.

This has resulted in Xu Lingfeng's cultivation level almost stagnating, and it will probably take him one or two hundred years to break through.

Various situations may arise along the way, and one might only be able to reach the mid-stage of Core Formation in this lifetime.

Talent, opportunity, and resources are all indispensable.

"My cultivation resources are quite good now, they can be considered top-tier among cultivators of the same level, so this situation is normal. I can only continue to cultivate diligently from now on."

Now that his cultivation level has reached a bottleneck, ordinary high-grade third-tier pills to enhance his cultivation will not be very effective.

Unless it's a near-fourth-tier elixir.

But these kinds of rare and precious materials are not so easy to find nowadays.

……

Just then, two beams of azure magical light flashed from the mountainside of Tianquan Peak, and they rode flying swords toward the cave above.

When the two figures appeared outside the pavilion, they immediately bowed respectfully and said:
"Lingyue and Lingxing greet Elder Lin."

The two were none other than the Zhao Lingyue and Zhao Lingxing sisters, who had been cultivating at Tianquan Peak for three years.

Although I'm only here to temporarily borrow this cave for cultivation, it doesn't mean I'm going to vacate my own cave.

Instead, the two of them carved out a cave halfway up the mountain, enjoying the spiritual energy of the Core Formation cultivators of Tianquan Peak for cultivation.

The two sisters were shimmering with a bluish-green spiritual light, clearly indicating that they were cultivating wood-attribute techniques.

Lin Chang'an returned from Bibo Island for two reasons: firstly, the two of them had reached the point of perfecting their cultivation and were ready to form their cores.

He had secretly made a deal with Fairy Ni Chang, and although the two of them openly bestowed upon each other Core Formation spiritual items.

However, this fairy in the shroud would still provide different levels of help in secret, depending on the difference in talent and potential.

This is only natural; the world of cultivation has never been about fairness.

The transaction with Fairy Ni Chang was a side project; more importantly, the sword servant had also reached a bottleneck and was preparing to break through to the mid-stage of Core Formation.

He intended to use this alchemist's clone to give the sword servant pills for a breakthrough.

“That’s right. Fellow Daoist Ni Chang told me about the cultivation techniques you two practiced. You two have good talent, although you can only be considered average among the seven.”

But you two are twin sisters, and with your hearts in sync, you've jointly comprehended the secret art of dual cultivation, making you actually the most promising among the seven.

This was also a secret arrangement by Fairy Ni Chang, and also to cover up the fact that everyone believed the most talented person in the sect was in seclusion within the sect.

Who would have thought we'd be assigned to Tianquan Peak?

There are many fellow cultivators in the cultivation world, but very few can reach the level of perfect understanding.

With the assistance of certain secret techniques in helping them form their core, the two Zhao sisters' superior spiritual roots were able to exert advantages comparable to those of earth-grade spiritual roots.

"Here are two portions of Profound Water Liquid. When you two are in seclusion to form your core, first consume this spiritual liquid to consolidate your internal magical power, and then consume the Crystal Condensation Pill to form your core..."

These two were also promising talents in the later stages of the sect, carefully nurtured by Fellow Daoist Ni Chang, who devoted a great deal of effort to their training.

Lin Chang'an has done well in Xuan Yin Pavilion over the years, and it would be a lie to say he has no feelings for her, but unfortunately, we don't know what will happen after the secret realm.

Therefore, he would help Xuan Yin Pavilion as much as he could, after all, he was an elder, and Yue Kingdom was his homeland.

The Crystal Condensing Pills that Fairy Ni Chang bestowed upon everyone were all made by her avatar, Alchemist Wen, and were all rare and exquisite.

These two portions of Xuan Shui liquid seemed ordinary, but Lin Chang'an still felt a pang of pity for them.

The Xuan Shui liquid contains a wisp of pure Xuan Tian magic power, which is of great benefit to those who form their core, especially those who cultivate wood-attribute techniques, giving them an invisible advantage.

"Thank you, Elder Lin."

The two sisters, Zhao Lingyue and Zhao Lingxing, couldn't help but show excitement when they looked at the two portions of Xuan Shui liquid.

After all, which Foundation Establishment cultivator doesn't want to form a Core? Moreover, the two women grew up in the sect and have witnessed the sect's ups and downs firsthand.

"Alright, your sect leader has high expectations for the two of you. You have already memorized the Core Formation techniques. Now it's up to your own destiny."

Lin Chang'an smiled and waved his hand, not putting too much pressure on the two.

After the two sisters obtained the Core Formation artifacts, they exchanged a glance, their hearts in perfect harmony, and both revealed a resolute expression.

"We will definitely not let the sect leader and Elder Lin down."

The two sisters, sharing the same mind, used this secret method to form their core, the advantage of which was that they could exert an advantage comparable to forming a core with a low-grade spiritual root.

However, the drawbacks are also obvious: they are all in the same boat, and all suffer the same fate.

For example, if one of the two sisters can form a high-grade Golden Core, while the other can only form a mid-grade Golden Core.

In this situation where they share both glory and loss, the two could only ultimately combine their efforts to obtain a mid-grade Golden Elixir.

If one of them fails, the other will also be unable to form a core.

As the two sisters left, the sword attendant in the pavilion had already brewed spiritual tea.

"Ling'er, what are your thoughts on their Core Formation?"

Lin Chang'an lay leisurely in his chair, and with a rare moment of ease, he looked up at the sword attendant.

The sword attendant nodded solemnly and said:

"Although wood-attribute techniques are not known for their offensive capabilities, they excel in the accumulation of knowledge and skills. Over the years, Sect Master Ni Chang has been secretly nurturing the two of them without forcing them to grow too quickly."

The two possessed extremely solid cultivation levels. Although they had wasted a considerable amount of time and were among the older of the seven, their secret techniques and the close connection between them actually gave them the highest chance of forming their core.

Listening to the sword attendant's analysis, Lin Chang'an nodded slightly.

This fairy in shrouds began training the next generation for the sect a hundred years ago.

Fortunately, Xuan Yin Pavilion has developed well over the past century, providing ample resources.

"However, in the past three years, two people have failed to form their core, and one of them barely managed to form a false core."

The sword attendant solemnly stated a fact, and it was precisely this unfavorable start that cast a shadow over the entire Xuan Yin Pavilion sect.

Two of the seven participants failed at the start. If all of them fail, or only one of them manages to form a core, then Xuan Yin Pavilion will undoubtedly suffer a huge loss.

After all, the cultivation over the years, and this Core Formation, has almost emptied the Xuan Yin Pavilion.

With the current price of Core Formation spiritual items at 80,000 to 90,000 mid-grade spirit stones, seven Crystal Condensation Pills would be worth 500,000 to 600,000 mid-grade spirit stones.

Not to mention the hidden allocation of resources.

Lin Chang'an shook his head secretly after hearing this; he could also imagine how this fairy in her flowing robes felt.

"It really depends on their fate now."

He has good talent, is aided by secret techniques, and has also worked his way up from the bottom, so his willpower is also strong.

Unfortunately, there are too many factors to consider when forming a core. The reason why Fairy Ni Chang values ​​these two sisters so much is because the two women have been cultivating wood-attribute techniques all along.

Among the various elemental cultivation techniques, those with wood and water attributes are relatively weak in attack power, but their characteristic of accumulating strength before unleashing it makes them superior to cultivators of other attributes when breaking through bottlenecks.

"Seven Core Formation cultivators, but it's unknown how many will succeed in the end."

Meanwhile, the sword attendant, while preparing tea, continued to report on the situation during this period in a low voice.

"Recently, due to the turbulent situation, there have been more new Core Formation cultivators than in the past, whether it is the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce or the Seven Kingdoms Alliance."

Recently, due to the turmoil, all major forces have been sacrificing the resources of their families and sects to enhance their strength…

Lin Chang'an nodded secretly as he listened; turmoil also meant more opportunities.

Similarly, all the major families and sects understand that they are still unsure whether they can weather this turmoil, so they are naturally sparing no effort to enhance their strength.

For example, this time, Xuan Yin Pavilion almost emptied its century-old accumulation in order to plan the formation of the seven people's core spiritual objects.

"Only by surviving this turmoil can the sect continue to develop. If it cannot survive, no matter how much the sect has accumulated, it will only be a wedding dress for others."

Having resources in hand doesn't necessarily mean they belong to you; they might end up in someone else's storage bag tomorrow.

Only strength truly belongs to oneself.

……

The main peak of Xuanyin Pavilion.

An old hexagonal stone pavilion stands quietly, its upturned eaves etched with the marks of time.

Inside the pavilion, two figures sat cross-legged; they were Lin Chang'an and Fairy Ni Chang.

The fairy in her light blue and white dress fluttered slightly in the mountain breeze. Her eyes were slightly closed, and her face was calm and expressionless, but the white chess piece on her fingertips remained untouched.

"Fellow Daoist Ni Chang, you have lost this round."

Lin Chang'an, dressed in white, rarely turned the tide in the game of chess, and couldn't help but show a relaxed smile.

Finally, Fairy Ni Chang sighed softly and slowly abandoned her piece, signifying her surrender.

She had always won her games against him, but today she lost three in a row.

"It seems my mindset is still not right."

The Fairy of Rainbow Skirt smiled. She thought that her tempering of her mind over the past hundred years had been quite an achievement, but she never expected that her heart would still be in turmoil in the end.

Lin Chang'an, however, gently shook his head and retorted:

"It's not that your state of mind isn't strong enough, but rather that you're fixated on your own attachments. If you can truly let go of everything, then I must ask you if you've already attained the Dao of the Immortal, free from desires and wants."

Which cultivator doesn't have their own obsessions? Just like Lin Chang'an wants to break through to the Nascent Soul stage and become stronger so that he can become a player in the cultivation world, rather than a pawn.

The Fairy of Rainbow Robes' deepest desire is to lead the Mysterious Sound Pavilion to rise to prominence.

If a cultivator has no obsessions, he will not have a strong will.

"I'm truly grateful for Fellow Daoist Lin's guidance today."

The Fairy of Rainbow Skirt smiled absentmindedly. The fact that only one of the two cultivators who had recently formed their cores was a fake one had indeed made her mind somewhat unsettled.

Just as Lin Chang'an was about to start a game, Fairy Ni Chang clearly saw through his intentions, quietly put away the chessboard, and then began to brew tea herself.

Looking at the chessboard that had been put away, Lin Chang'an was speechless; he had only won three games.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, this is freshly picked spiritual tea, please."

Steam rose from the delicate teacup, and a faint fragrance wafted through the air, whether from the tea or the fairy in her flowing robes, it was hard to tell.

Lin Chang'an picked up his teacup, took a sip, and couldn't help but show a look of enjoyment.

"To have someone personally brew tea for you, fellow Daoist, is probably rare even within the Xuan Yin Pavilion."

Hearing Lin Chang'an's teasing, Fairy Ni Chang smiled elegantly and naturally.

"If you wish, fellow Daoist, you are welcome to visit Xuanyin Peak at any time."

Upon hearing this, Lin Chang'an simply smiled and shook his head. Although he hadn't inquired much over the years, he knew that this person would definitely not be content with the secret realm.

"If the new generation of disciples in your sect falls short of expectations, what are your plans?"

Setting down the spirit tea, Lin Chang'an looked at the resolute Fairy Ni Chang, feeling a bit curious.

One is a secret realm related to the path of Nascent Soul, and the other is about sects.

However, there was no struggle in the eyes of the fairy in the rainbow dress, which were as light as autumn water. When she put down the teacup, a very faint smile of satisfaction naturally appeared on the corner of her lips.

It wasn't joy, but rather a sense of tranquility and peace, like "stealing half a day of leisure from a busy life."

After a long pause, the fairy in her flowing robes smiled easily and said softly:
“As you once said, there are things that can be done and things that cannot be done, and Ni Chang thinks so too.”

Lin Chang'an nodded slightly after hearing this, and he knew the answer.

For Ni Chang, Xuan Yin Pavilion was home; how could she possibly abandon her sect?

If you actually do that, you might develop inner demons later on.

However, the fact that Fairy Ni Chang could act so freely without any struggle shows that she has surpassed many people in terms of mindset.

"Yes, I believe the Xuan Yin Pavilion's current strength will not disappoint you, fellow Daoist." Lin Chang'an chuckled lightly, seemingly reassuring, but in reality, he was confident. At least the two of them on Tianquan Peak were about 70-80% sure they could form their cores.

After hearing this, Fairy Ni Chang smiled slightly and looked towards the direction of Tianquan Peak. She hoped that her two most promising girls would not disappoint her.

"By the way, I have already entrusted it to Fellow Daoist Wen, but this third-grade mid-level pill is still missing one main ingredient before it can be started."

He came here for the sake of the sword servant's breakthrough, just as Fairy Ni Chang came for the sake of Liu Ruyu's breakthrough.

Liu Ruyu, with her low-grade Golden Core aptitude, has now reached a bottleneck. Normally, she wouldn't waste the sect's resources.

However, Fairy Ni Chang is planning to establish a secret realm. If she leaves, the sect will definitely need someone capable of taking on the responsibility.

With Xu Lingfeng and Liu Ruyu, two cultivators at the mid-stage of Core Formation, remaining in the sect, along with two or three new Core Formation cultivators of the next generation, the sect will be able to protect itself without worry.

The Fairy of Rainbow Robes can then focus on planning matters concerning the secret realm.

"I have already found out about this spiritual fruit. It will be auctioned at the market auction hosted by the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce in six months."

Upon hearing this, Lin Chang'an nodded slightly. A mid-grade third-level pill that could enhance cultivation was extremely valuable and its materials were hard to find.

Not to mention the current turbulent situation, the cost of all kinds of materials has already doubled.

The fact that the two of them worked together to refine pills this time also shows that Xuan Yin Pavilion's resources are really running out in preparation for this new generation of pill formation.

Both parties work together to refine the elixir, and once the elixir is completed, it will be distributed according to the materials provided.

Then, as if sensing something, the two looked towards Tianquan Peak.

"It's about to begin."

Upon seeing this, Fairy Neon slowly put down her teacup.

The entire process was completely silent; even the bottom of the cup touched the stone table with utmost lightness, leaving only a wisp of increasingly delicate tea fragrance that intertwined with her serene demeanor, refreshing and delightful.

……

An unusual phenomenon has emerged at Tianquan Peak.

"This is the celestial phenomenon of Core Formation!"

"They are two disciples of the Xuan Yin Pavilion. Three years ago, these two disciples moved into Tianquan Peak and have not come out since."

The extraordinary phenomenon of the Golden Core forming at Tianquan Peak has attracted the attention of many people.

On Five Dragons Island Market, many cultivators from various families looked toward Heavenly Spring Peak.

Some people were envious, some were jealous, and some were filled with resentment.

Many of the bolder cultivators in the market, upon witnessing this scene, secretly resented it, thinking, "These disciples from major sects are so cautious; they all stay within their sects and don't come out before they reach the Core Formation stage."

As the situation becomes turbulent, many cultivators who are willing to take risks are secretly eyeing the Core Formation seeds of various families and sects.

It's about hoping to get lucky and snag a bargain; such things do happen in the world of cultivation.

Unfortunately, after bestowing the Core Formation spiritual items, Xuan Yin Pavilion strictly forbade these seven people to leave the sect and go into seclusion.

Upon witnessing this scene, some Core Formation cultivators from the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce sneered, while others gloated.

"I heard that two people from Xuan Yin Pavilion have failed to form their cores before. I wonder if they will succeed this time."

"I wonder how much potential Xuan Yin Pavilion has to cause trouble."

"See? Reaching the Core Formation isn't that easy."

The Four Seas Chamber of Commerce naturally does not want the Mysterious Sound Pavilion to rise; it would be best if all the Core Formation seeds failed to form their cores.

There were many cultivators with ulterior motives, but none of them dared to disrupt this Core Formation.

The protective array of Tianquan Peak was activated after the appearance of the Core Formation celestial phenomenon, accompanied by a deep, resonant moo.

The cultivators on Five Dragons Island all know that this mutated demon beast, at the mid-stage of the third rank, is as strong as a late-stage Core Formation cultivator. Who would bother to provoke it?

……

Unlike the outside world, at this time, many cultivators who had opened up cave dwellings in the vicinity of Tianquan Peak came out of seclusion to look up at it.

"It's Tianquan Peak!"

"Finally, I'm about to form my core!"

Those who can open up cave dwellings nearby are mostly disciples of the Xuan Yin Pavilion, so naturally they have high hopes.

Among them were Li Tianmo, Zhou Bingxuan, and Shen Zhuang.

At this moment, the three of them gazed at this celestial phenomenon with a mixture of emotions in their eyes.

Just then, a cold shout came from Tianquan Peak from a Core Formation cultivator sword attendant.

"The mountain-protecting formation has been activated. No one is allowed to move rashly. Anyone who dares to leave the peak, ascend the peak, or damage the formation will be killed!"

A sharp sword aura soared into the sky, and the sword aura of a peak early Core Formation cultivator made many cultivators feel the pressure.

Even many of the onlookers, both those at the Pseudo-Core Formation stage and those at the Core Formation stage, couldn't help but show fear in their eyes after sensing this sharp sword intent.

"What a terrifying sword intent!"

"This Lin array master is truly blessed."

Outsiders were buzzing with discussion, and many cultivators from Xuan Yin Pavilion had already come to protect the area.

Several days later, swirling clouds rolled above Tianquan Peak, slowly expanding in an orderly fashion, which surprised many cultivators who were secretly observing.

"With a solid foundation and without being impatient, you're probably close to achieving the Core Formation stage."

"Hmph, wood-attribute techniques do have this advantage, but the main thing is the momentum later on. Core formation is also divided into false core and true core."

Some people were filled with emotion, while others were filled with envy.

Several days later, the swirling clouds in the sky remained solid and spreading, unknowingly approaching an area of ​​about a mile in radius.

This has disappointed many people.

"Heh heh, it seems to be a true core indeed." Some cultivators who were on good terms with the Xuan Yin Pavilion, or who had no connection with it at all, said with smiles on their faces.

There were also some cultivators who disagreed with the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce, who watched the group with schadenfreude.

Meanwhile, inside a cave halfway up Tianquan Peak, the sisters Zhao Lingyue and Zhao Lingxing sat cross-legged in the spiritual spring, their palms touching.

The pure wood-attribute magic power is connected and integrated into one.

Cultivators who practice wood-attribute techniques are known for their profound and solid magical power, but many cultivators will feel exhausted when they reach this stage.

However, thanks to the dual cultivation technique of the two women, coupled with the advantage of the wood-attribute cultivation method, they showed no signs of fatigue whatsoever.

At this moment, with the aid of the Xuan Shui liquid within the two women's bodies, their liquid magical power continued to solidify.

There was even a wisp of life-giving power slowly merging into them, causing a qualitative change in the magical power within the two women's bodies.

"elder sister!"

"younger sister!"

The next moment, the two women simultaneously consumed the Crystal Condensation Pill. At this moment, the two sisters were already one, with their palms and soles touching, and they were cultivating the same technique.

They were completely integrated. Having reached the Core Formation stage, there was no turning back. The two sisters shared both glory and ruin.

After crystal particles appeared smoothly in their bodies, the two women showed excited expressions. The process of condensing the elixir went extremely smoothly for them.

……

At this moment, many people outside showed expressions of shock.

The celestial phenomenon of Core Formation was still rising steadily.

The rosy clouds in the sky had expanded to a radius of several miles.

Upon witnessing this scene, the sword attendant protecting Tianquan Peak nodded slightly.

"As the master said before, if it is only a low-grade or mid-grade Golden Core, there is no need to hide it. However, if it is a Golden Core of higher quality, then an array should be used to conceal it."

The next moment, the sword attendant made a hand seal, and the spirit-gathering array hidden on the mountainside was activated.

This was not only Lin Chang'an's arrangement, but also something that Fairy Ni Chang had already discussed.

As a large amount of spiritual energy poured into the Spirit Gathering Array, the Core Formation phenomenon in the outside world clearly came to a standstill, which made many people secretly breathe a sigh of relief.

"Sure enough, I knew Xuan Yin Pavilion was incredibly lucky."

"Hmph, Xuan Yin Pavilion is really lucky."

The celestial phenomena indicate that the elixir is undoubtedly genuine, but the current celestial aura is rising towards the quality of a mid-grade golden elixir, which naturally arouses the vigilance of many people.

However, when attempting to break through to the Golden Core quality, the momentum falters, which is a normal phenomenon.

"One should press on with one effort, but the momentum will wane on the second attempt and be exhausted on the third. It's a pity that we couldn't break through the first time; the next attempt will be even more difficult."

Many people sighed upon seeing this celestial phenomenon of Core Formation.

It's just one step away from reaching the quality of a mid-grade Golden Core.

Meanwhile, inside Tianquan Peak, as a large amount of spiritual energy flowed in, the two women's Core Formation was not as outsiders perceived it to be.

Meanwhile, Fairy Ni Chang and Lin Chang'an appeared on the mountain peak at some unknown time.

"These two girls have finally lived up to my expectations."

As her momentum continued to rise, Fairy Ni Chang no longer cared about the spirit stones that the Spirit Gathering Array was constantly consuming.

Compared to the two women's current achievements, this little bit of consumption is nothing.

"I will control the formation."

As a third-tier high-grade array master, manipulating this spirit-gathering array was a piece of cake for Lin Chang'an, thanks to his meticulous control.

What the outside world sees is the unwillingness of the condensed rosy clouds, constantly trying to break through.

However, after several days, what the outside world saw was a celestial phenomenon of initial momentum followed by decline and eventual exhaustion.

"Low-grade Golden Core!"

The Sihai Chamber of Commerce, which had been secretly watching this scene, breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing it.

Some people's eyes flickered; even if there were deviations, they wouldn't try to steal too much.

But upon closer examination, could those who are sent to Tianquan Peak be the ones with the best talent?
Although Xuan Yin Pavilion has done a good job of keeping secrets, information will eventually be leaked after three years.

The fact that the two beautiful sisters were assigned to Tianquan Peak was self-evident to outsiders.

It's obvious that they have the intention of winning over Lin Chang'an, the Core Formation Elder.

This was something the Fairy of Rainbow Skirts deliberately put on for outsiders.

"What a pity, I was just one step away from reaching the mid-grade Golden Core stage."

"Yes, a slight difference can lead to a huge error. If one can form a mid-grade Golden Core, one's future achievements will be extraordinary."

Many independent cultivators shook their heads in regret, feeling a deep sense of sorrow.

Even cultivators from sects like Xuan Yin Pavilion find it so difficult to form their cores, let alone rogue cultivators like them.

Therefore, their sighs were not only for the disciples of the Xuan Yin Pavilion sect, but more so for themselves.

However, at this moment, inside Tianquan Peak, Fairy Ni Chang's face was unusually flushed, and she was undoubtedly very excited.

"A superior-grade Golden Elixir!"

The large consumption of spirit stones was concealed from the outside world, but Fairy Ni Chang could clearly sense it within the formation.

The two sisters together condensed a superior-grade golden elixir.

Unfortunately, he lacked the follow-up ability and failed to reach the quality required to break through to the Immortal Golden Elixir.

Meanwhile, the Zhao Lingyue and Zhao Lingxing sisters, who were in seclusion in their cave to form their core, also knew when to advance and when to retreat. They immediately began to stabilize their cultivation level and continuously strengthen their existing achievements.

"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist Ni Chang, your sect has gained two more Core Formation cultivators. The sect has successors."

Upon seeing this, Lin Chang'an smiled and nodded in congratulations.

These two girls finally did not let him down.

"Fellow Daoist Lin is also a member of my Xuan Yin Pavilion, so we should share in the joy."

The Fairy of Rainbow Robes couldn't help but get excited and jokingly said it with a smile.

This finally put her mind at ease, which had been scheming for the sect for many years.

With fellow disciples Xu Lingfeng and Liu Ruyu ahead of them, and rising stars emerging from behind, both possessing top-grade Golden Core qualities, their future is limitless.

It could be said that even if the remaining three failed to form their cores, she would be content.

These two top-grade Golden Core cultivators, barring any unforeseen circumstances, are enough to secure the sect's foundation for the next few hundred years.

"Indeed, we should share in the joy."

Lin Chang'an nodded with a smile, naturally understanding why Fairy Ni Chang was so excited.

Devoted to the sect, he has now exhausted a century's worth of accumulated resources.

A time of upheaval is fast approaching. If the rising stars of Xuan Yin Pavilion do not emerge, no one knows what will happen.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, if the remaining three can produce another Core Formation cultivator, I plan to arrange for someone to return to Yue Kingdom to oversee the area before the secret realm opens."

Overjoyed, Fairy Ni Chang also smiled and revealed her plan.

She didn't say anything before because she was afraid of disappointing everyone and being disappointed in vain.

But things are different now; her plan can be fully implemented.

"Shall we return to Yue to take command?"

Lin Chang'an nodded slightly upon hearing this, "This plan is indeed sound. After all, the Demon Beast Abyss is bound to experience all sorts of turmoil. If someone returns to Yue Kingdom, at least the sect's foundation can be preserved."

He also knew that the Yue Kingdom was the root of the Xuan Yin Pavilion.

……

Meanwhile, inside the cave, the Zhao Lingyue and Zhao Lingxing sisters, who had kept their eyes closed in the spiritual spring, slowly opened their eyes, feeling the leap in their divine sense, magical power, and life level.

A hint of joy appeared on his face.

"Sister, we've broken through!"

"Yes, in this way the sect will no longer be a burden to the sect leader."

The fact that the two women formed a high-grade Golden Core was completely unexpected. Even Fairy Ni Chang initially thought that it would be good enough if the two women could form a mid-grade Golden Core.

"Sister, I sensed a pure wood-attribute life force when I formed my core. Could this be due to our cultivation secret technique?"

"Perhaps so, after all, we both cultivate the same technique and have this secret art of dual cultivation."

Zhao Lingyue, the older sister, was overjoyed but didn't think much of it.

Overjoyed, the two slowly rose, the sound of dripping water sliding down their snow-white skin. They cultivated together in the spiritual spring, completely naked in order to achieve better results.

However, this scene was witnessed by Lin Chang'an and Fairy Ni Chang, who happened to walk in.

After all, the two possessed extremely powerful spiritual senses. The next moment, Lin Chang'an felt awkward and turned to leave, leaving only Fairy Ni Chang to walk into the cave.

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(End of this chapter)