Immortality and cultivation begin with drawing talismans.

Chapter 93 The Flying Needle is in Hand [Seeking Monthly Tickets]

"A set of thirteen top-grade magic artifacts, the Shadow-Escape Needles. I won't go into further details, as I'm sure you are all knowledgeable individuals. The starting bid for this set is eight hundred mid-grade spirit stones!"

As the old man at the auction introduced the items, the cultivators present were all amazed.

"Flying needle-type magical artifacts are not only recognized as the most difficult to forge, but they also have extremely high requirements for cultivators. Only cultivators with strong spiritual sense can control them."

"Eight hundred and thirty mid-grade spirit stones!"

"Eight hundred and seventy mid-grade spirit stones!"

With each shout, Lin Chang'an, who was in the private room, couldn't help but gasp in amazement, but he could only sigh in vain.

It wasn't that he didn't have enough spirit stones, but rather that a complete set of flying needle magic tools wasn't his first choice.

He can manipulate a single flying needle-type magical artifact, but it's clear that his cultivation level isn't high enough to control a complete set of flying needle-type magical artifacts with ease.

"Although this ancient technique is powerful, it doesn't enhance spiritual sense much. The complete set of magical artifacts is too difficult for me to control now."

Lin Chang'an secretly shook his head. He would probably have to wait until he broke through to the late Foundation Establishment stage before he could control this flying needle set with ease.

Certain cultivation techniques that enhance spiritual awareness, or treasures that enhance spiritual awareness, can also meet the standards for use.

"However, the appearance of this complete set of flying needle magic treasures and the large number of cultivators bidding for it are just a glimpse into the whole picture. One can imagine how many powerful Foundation Establishment cultivators have come to Tianxuan City this time."

Lin Chang'an frowned. After the auction, he decided to go back and cultivate diligently until the turmoil in Tianxuan City subsided.

It's still too dangerous outside, and his cultivation level is still somewhat weak.

"One thousand one hundred mid-grade spirit stones, sold!"

When this set of flying needle magic tools was sold, it drew gasps of surprise from the crowd.

Flying needle-type magical artifacts (spiritual artifacts) and magical treasures are also called 'yin artifacts' by cultivators, as they are specifically designed to counter protective spiritual light.

As one top-grade magic weapon after another was auctioned off, the scene was in an uproar. Countless Qi Refining stage cultivators could only sigh in envy, or their eyes burned with desire, hoping that one day they too could become Foundation Establishment cultivators.

Various magical artifacts have appeared, including offensive, defensive, and supportive ones. Three flying needle artifacts have already been shown.

However, these were all complete sets of magical artifacts (spiritual weapons), which made Lin Chang'an frown.

“A single type of flying needle magic weapon requires much less spiritual sense. More importantly, when combined with my spell ‘Blood Spirit Thorn,’ which is a one-hit kill, this type is the most suitable for me.”

Just then, the single-type flying needle magic weapon that Lin Chang'an had been looking forward to finally appeared.

"Ladies and gentlemen, this top-grade flying needle magic weapon, the 'Gilded Needle,' is forged from various precious materials and is superior in suppressing protective spiritual light. The starting bid is eight hundred mid-grade spirit stones!"

"Eight hundred and thirty!"

"Eight hundred and seventy mid-grade spirit stones!" Lin Chang'an, disguised as an old man, spoke in a hoarse voice, his gaze calmly fixed on the auction hall.

Although the scene was bustling, there were so many top-grade magic artifacts, and many late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators were probably there for the final Core Formation spiritual items.

Therefore, it's not as lively as it used to be.

However, flying needle magic tools that specifically counter protective auras are still quite popular.

The price climbed steadily until it reached 950 spirit stones, at which point the bidding finally began to slow down, which made Lin Chang'an secretly breathe a sigh of relief.

Unexpectedly, even after awakening his talent, he would one day have to worry about spirit stones.

"One thousand mid-grade spirit stones!"

After Lin Chang'an's hoarse voice called out the price, the many cultivators present exchanged glances and whispered amongst themselves before finally no one else raised the price.

After all, cultivators who can reach the late Foundation Establishment stage generally have no shortage of top-grade magic weapons, and this is only the first auction. Most late Foundation Establishment cultivators still want to wait for the last one.

Most cultivators in the early and middle stages of Foundation Establishment lack financial resources, and while flying needle-type magical artifacts are powerful, they are more suitable for surprise attacks.

"One thousand mid-grade spirit stones, sold!"

With a final strike of the gavel, Lin Chang'an, inside the private room, smiled. Possessing two top-grade magic artifacts, he was now quite wealthy, especially considering he was in the early stages of Foundation Establishment.

"But even if there are treasures next, there won't be any spirit stones left." Lin Chang'an shook his head. Actually, he was also interested in the second-tier alchemist inheritance that was auctioned before, which included alchemy insights and several pill formulas.

However, considering that improving his strength is the most urgent task, he can wait until his skills have improved before considering the inheritance of the second-tier alchemist.

Through the secret passage behind the private room, a maid from Fengle Auction House respectfully presented a top-grade magical artifact.

Without any hesitation, Lin Chang'an threw down a storage bag containing a thousand mid-grade spirit stones and then picked up the flying needle-type magic weapon to examine it carefully.

"Good baby."

Lin Chang'an examined the three-inch-long gilded flying needle closely in his palm, a satisfied expression on his face.

This top-quality magical artifact is the perfect size.

"If we leave the auction now, we'll be targeted by people with ulterior motives. It's better to wait until the auction is over before going out."

As an experienced individual, he naturally understood some of the thoughts of those undergoing tribulation.

After a cultivator successfully bids for their desired treasure, they usually leave the scene early, thinking they've done everything perfectly, unaware that there are professional cultivators outside.

They specifically target these people.

It's not that these people have a problem with their experience. Doing this might be acceptable at a small auction, but it's completely unnecessary at a large auction like this.

"When the time comes to leave together, with so many people, who will know who?"

Under Lin Chang'an's indifferent gaze, he looked around through the private room. Under the cover of the auction's array, even his spiritual eyes could only vaguely see a few figures.

"It seems that if my spiritual eyes were at a higher level, the auction's array would probably be ineffective against them."

Lin Chang'an nodded secretly. The Li Huo Palace, Xuan Yin Pavilion, and even the major powers of Tian Xuan City could see them, but so many Foundation Establishment cultivators.

He merely auctioned off a top-grade magical artifact, which wouldn't attract any attention at all.

It's not a Core Formation spirit object.

Having acquired his desired item, Lin Chang'an considered the rest of the journey an eye-opening experience, and he was filled with admiration as each treasure appeared.

The grand finale of the first auction was a top-grade material for crafting magical artifacts, causing a sensation among the attendees. It was ultimately won by the Li Huo Palace.

"This is the Classic of Herbs."

At the end of the auction, the organizers gifted each Foundation Establishment cultivator who spent over a thousand mid-grade spirit stones a jade slip.

This jade slip records the customs and traditions of various countries that the Mysterious Turtle Immortal Lu traveled to, as well as the medicinal herbs of different countries.

In particular, the deep sea abyss is extremely rich in resources.

"I almost forgot, this Master Lu is a genuine third-grade high-quality alchemist."

Looking at the Herbal Classic in his hand, Lin Chang'an revealed a smile as if he had found a treasure.

After all, a talent-based alchemist like him is far from having a solid foundation. With this Ten Thousand Herbs Scripture, he can definitely build a strong foundation.

"Buying this top-grade magic artifact was definitely worth it."

Lin Chang'an smiled broadly; he had just spent a thousand mid-grade spirit stones.

However, he also knew that what was recorded in this book of herbs was probably only what was publicly available, and that some of the more precious herbs would certainly not be given away easily.

"A third-tier alchemist, a third-tier late-stage spirit pet, and himself is at the mid-stage of the Golden Core realm."

Looking back, Lin Chang'an felt both admiration and regret. It was a pity that this Master Lu was already over five hundred years old, and his lifespan was probably less than a hundred years.

At the same time, he was somewhat relieved, because although this Master Lu was beginning to decline, he could at least protect Tianxuan City for nearly a hundred years.

"I hope that Master Lu has enough time left for me to cultivate to the late Foundation Establishment stage."

Lin Chang'an nodded secretly. He didn't ask for much; he just wanted Tianxuan City as a backer to hold him up until he was ready to form his core.

(End of this chapter)