Immortality and cultivation begin with drawing talismans.

Chapter 94 Time Leaves No Trace [Seeking Monthly Tickets]

Auction ends.

What countless cultivators have seen and heard this time is what they are talking about with great interest.

Some people cheered about the number of Foundation Establishment Pills auctioned, while others beat their chests in regret for missing out on the treasure.

Some people exclaimed that the trip was worthwhile.

"To see so many Foundation Establishment Pills today, and even one spiritual artifact after another, my sixty years of cultivation have not been in vain."

An elderly man in the late stage of Qi Refining, with a hearty smile, said that although he had no hope of breaking through, he had at least seen a great world, so it was worth it.

Lin Chang'an had already returned to his cave.

The attic connects to a cave, and he has carved an opening in the cave ceiling so that moonlight can shine in.

Meanwhile, the surrounding spiritual plants create an extremely elegant environment.

"Finally, I can concentrate on alchemy and cultivation."

Back in his cave, Lin Chang'an smiled broadly, finally feeling somewhat able to protect himself.

In addition to the second-tier spirit pet, the Azure Horned Ox, and two spirit artifacts (top-grade magic weapons) used by Foundation Establishment cultivators, he openly possesses the Azure Bamboo Sword and secretly has the Gilded Needle.

One light and one dark.

"Although I'm still missing a defensive item, I'm short on cash."

Lin Chang'an shook his head and decided to use the two high-grade defensive magic artifacts he had acquired during the Qi Refining stage for the time being.

The Golden Scale Armor was bought by him from the Treasure Pavilion, while the Black Iron Shield was a gift from the Talisman Master Ge; both were high-grade defensive magical artifacts.

One can be worn inside the robe, while the other can be carried for personal defense.

"At least I've only been at the Foundation Establishment stage for less than two years, and I already have two spiritual artifacts by my side, which far surpasses many cultivators of the same level."

Lin Chang'an nodded secretly. He was also doing this for self-defense; otherwise, all these resources would have been invested in cultivation.

"My cultivation progress has been quite influential over the past six months, so I must make the most of every day now."

Lin Chang'an had no interest in the subsequent auctions. He resumed his daily routine of cultivation, drawing talismans, and secretly refining pills.

Meanwhile, in Tianxuan City, the sensation caused by the first auction made the city even more lively.

In particular, cultivators who were preparing for seclusion to establish their foundation had filled all the rented cave dwellings.

Left with no other choice, Tianxuan City temporarily set up arrays to divide dozens of vacant Foundation Establishment cultivator caves into secluded cultivation caves for rent.

Despite the howling wind and snow, the cultivators in Tianxuan City were filled with fervent passion.

……

"My goodness, there are too many Foundation Establishment cultivators breaking through in seclusion this month."

"I heard that the He family has produced two Foundation Establishment cultivators. I'm so envious."

"Look! Another person has successfully broken through!"

"Look, isn't that the dejected figure leaving with his head down the Li family's genius?"

The biting wind could not dispel the burning passion in the cultivator's heart.

Lin Chang'an, who was standing at the entrance of the cave halfway up the mountain, couldn't help but sigh when he saw this scene.

Becoming a Foundation Establishment cultivator is the lifelong pursuit of most independent cultivators.

The birth of a Foundation Establishment cultivator can ensure the continuation of a family's heritage for hundreds of years.

Furthermore, if a Foundation Establishment cultivator emerges from among the independent cultivators, they can even establish a Foundation Establishment family.

“Niu’er, this is what cultivators pursue.”

Lin Chang'an gazed at this year's snowstorm with his deep eyes, seemingly recalling the same scene he saw when he first broke through to the Foundation Establishment stage.

【Lifespan: 57/208】

Unbeknownst to him, he had already broken through to the Foundation Establishment stage two years ago.

He was already 57 years old, which, for an ordinary person, is considered half a lifetime.

"57 years old? For a Foundation Establishment cultivator, the path of cultivation has only just begun."

Thinking of the lifespan of Foundation Establishment cultivators, Lin Chang'an couldn't help but smile with emotion.

Perhaps this is the allure of cultivating immortality.

Looking back at the beautiful scenery of this spiritual vein, Lin Chang'an couldn't help but feel a surge of emotions.

"Whether they are kings and generals or commoners, they will all eventually turn to dust. Only these green mountains will remain unchanged. Isn't this exactly what we cultivators pursue?" As if sensing something, Lin Chang'an smiled.

Besides immense power, what cultivators pursue is nothing more than the lifespan of heaven and earth, and the radiance of the sun and moon.

Just then, the mooing of the Green Horned Ox came from behind, pulling Lin Chang'an back to reality.

The green-horned ox looked at him with a fawning expression, occasionally nuzzling his shoulder.

Upon seeing this, Lin Chang'an smiled and gently patted the bull's head.

The green-horned ox grew even larger, and when it lowered its head, it could no longer reach his trouser leg.

"You silly goose doesn't seem to have that many worries."

He took out a handful of spirit herbs from his storage bag, and the Green Horned Ox immediately mooed excitedly twice before happily chewing on the herbs.

Lin Chang'an, who was disturbed, was not annoyed. Instead, he stroked the cow's hair with a smile.

The path of cultivation is long and lonely. With this ox as his companion, perhaps when he looks back a hundred years later, he will suddenly remember everything from back then.

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"Brother Lin, the impact of this auction has created nearly a hundred Foundation Establishment cultivators in just over a month. It is truly a rare event in Tianxuan City."

During this period, Juxianlou's business was booming, which made Shen Lie beam with joy and couldn't help but laugh.

"Yes, it's not just the Foundation Establishment Pills at the auction. Because of the huge impact of this event, countless cultivators have been attracted, which has naturally brought a lot of resources. Many cultivators have exchanged enough materials to establish their foundation."

Li Erniu also took the rare opportunity to come over, and said with a face full of envy.

Foundation Establishment? For them, that's hopeless in this lifetime.

Thanks to the last attack on the Zhou family, although the clan lost an important beast, Erniu's loyalty and bravery were also noticed by the Zhou family.

He was specially permitted to attend high-level clan meetings and was even given a very good position.

In just six months, Erniu not only recovered from his injuries, but also became more plump.

"Tianxuan City is in a golden age, but it is also accompanied by crisis. After the last auction, we should be careful."

Lin Chang'an was not blinded by the grand spectacle of Tianxuan City before him, whether it was the disciple of Master Lu preparing to form his core or the spiritual items for forming cores at this auction.

These will all cause competition.

"Yes, Brother Lin, don't worry, we know our own limitations."

Li Erniu patted his chest and nodded with a smile, saying that he was only at the seventh level of Qi Refining and had gradually relaxed his desire for cultivation.

Anyway, he's already lived a worthwhile life.

He often couldn't help but grin when he thought back to his youth.

The farm boy, by sheer chance, entered the world of cultivation and then became the son-in-law of the Zhou family.

He rose rapidly through the ranks and is now a high-ranking member of the Zhou family.

His life story may not be as colorful as that of a Foundation Establishment cultivator, but it is still a legend for an ordinary rogue cultivator.

"Brother Lin, the trade fair at Juxianlou has been temporarily suspended recently, since the city's markets are much more bustling now."

The cancellation of the Foundation Establishment cultivators' trade fair at Juxianlou was a bit of a disappointment for Shen Lie, but he didn't regret it.

After all, who knows what might happen right now?

"Yes, everyone should be careful these days."

Lin Chang'an nodded slightly. He had come out this time to look around the market and purchase some materials for alchemy and talisman drawing.

More than anything, they wanted to see the rare spiritual materials brought by cultivators from other countries. They might not need them, but it would still broaden their horizons.

At the dinner table, the three men smiled at each other and raised their glasses. However, Li Erniu and Shen Lie looked at Lin Chang'an, whose appearance was exactly the same as it had been twenty years ago, and couldn't help but feel melancholy.

Time waits for no one, and even though they are already in the late stage of Qi Refining, the difference between them and Foundation Establishment cultivators is still vast.

Lin Chang'an was in the prime of his life, but the years had already left indelible marks on their appearances.

Although neither of them had practiced any wood-based techniques for preserving youth.

However, the difference between the Qi Refining stage and the Foundation Establishment stage of cultivation has already become apparent among them.

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