Immortality and Cultivation: I Have Too Many Talents

Chapter 316 The Night in Brocade Robes (Please Subscribe)

Medicine God Valley is rich in resources and has elixirs. The number of True Immortals is similar to that of Qingyun Sect, and it ranks even higher than Qingyun Sect among the sects in the Song Kingdom.

However, the true combat strength of Medicine God Valley is somewhat inferior to that of Qingyun Sect.

The sect wars may seem like they could break out at any moment, but they are just bluffing and it is difficult for them to actually fight.

Medicine God Valley applied to the Seven Alliances for a ruling.

So what!

The Xuantian Sect and Jinyang Sect, the leaders of the Seven Sects, solemnly promised to put pressure on the Qingyun Sect, demanding that the Qingyun Sect abolish the giant furnace for alchemy or share it with the Seven Sects.

The Qingyun Sect ignored the verdict of the Seven Sects.

While appeasing the Xuan Tian Sect and the Jin Yang Sect, they built a giant furnace for refining True Essence Pills and continued to refine them.

They made a fortune from the Spirit Gathering Pill.

Finally, a giant furnace for refining the True Essence Pill must be built and the pills fired up.

To increase the success rate, the furnaces for True Essence Pills and Spirit Strengthening Pills have been reduced in size.

Its volume is only seventy to fifty times that of an ordinary alchemy furnace.

It's also extremely profitable.

Next, the Qingyun Sect plans to build a giant furnace for cultivating Qi-refining pills.

Those in the Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment stages not only need to be self-sufficient in the elixirs they use, but can also make a fortune from them.

The true cultivators of the Qingyun Sect must be out of their minds to obey the ruling of the Seven Sects Alliance.

Medicine God Valley was furious about this.

For thousands of years, the Qingyun Sect turned its back on its allies in the name of profit.

They didn't give Yaoshin Valley any face at all.

Xuantian Sect and Jinyang Sect repeatedly sent people to mediate, but Qingyun Sect remained unyielding.

Shen Xuan had already seen it clearly.

The other major sects of the Song Dynasty, such as the Xuantian Sect and the Jinyang Sect, were also putting on an act.

They are waiting to share the lucrative pie of the Medicine God Valley's alchemy industry!
After the Qingyun Sect has made their first wave of quick money and is well-fed and clothed, they will naturally share the profits with them.

With the giant furnace for alchemy, the supply of commonly used elixirs became abundant, and their prices decreased.

Sects, sect disciples, cultivation families, spiritual plant growers, family cultivators, and independent cultivators all benefited from it.

The only ones who suffered losses were the alchemists.

The existence of the alchemy industry in Medicine God Valley is no longer that important.

Shen Xuan thought to himself.

"Or, Medicine God Valley might still struggle and fight against Qingyun Sect. However, this cannot change the fate of Medicine God Valley's decline."

"Unless Medicine God Valley can refine Foundation Establishment Realm Elixirs at a lower price."

Technological advancements in any era inevitably come at the expense of the interests of certain groups.

Shen Xuan remained calm and composed in the face of this.

Like most cultivators, he was happy to see the decline of Medicine God Valley.

A sect that monopolizes commonly used elixirs for Foundation Establishment and Qi Refining stages in the Song Kingdom and reaps excessive profits should not exist in the first place.

They should not be among the seven major sects.

The resources for cultivation are so scarce.

Medicine God Valley, which occupies such a good spiritual vein, should relinquish its protective barrier of alchemy skills.

Medicine God Valley is also a major sect that possesses a reclusive Nascent Soul True Monarch.

It won't collapse so quickly.

"It's only a matter of time before Medicine God Valley disappears from the list of the seven major sects of the Song Kingdom and becomes an ordinary sect."

"I, like a butterfly flapping its wings, unleashed a massive furnace for alchemy, which resulted in a hurricane of alchemy within the Qingyun Sect, destroying the very foundation of the Medicine God Valley, one of the seven great sects of the Song Kingdom..."

Actually, it's not just Medicine God Valley.

With the inevitable spread of the large-scale alchemy technique, all alchemy sects on the Xuan Yuan Continent will be impacted.

"Fortunately, the secret method of making the Thunder Spirit Pearl was placed in Master Gu Feng's possession. It is just a matter of flapping wings, which will completely change the landscape of the struggle between the Dao and the Demon, unless the Demon Sect can invent a similar one-time cheap magic treasure."

Shen Xuan gazed at the deep blue sky.

In the vast, boundless darkness, a faint light flickers.

"I transmigrated here, became a cultivator, plundered resources, and defied the heavens. But at least I did something meaningful for this cultivation continent."

Shen Xuan shook his head slightly, secretly amused.

He recalled a famous saying from his youth in a past life.

"Though I own not an acre of land, I am concerned about the world; I have read countless books and communed with the ancients in spirit."

……

Ten months later.

Hanyu Peak, a blessed land.

Shen Xuan demonstrated the [Dongzhen Ice Heart Technique] in front of Hanyu Zhenren.

Just for a moment.

The surrounding temperature plummeted, freezing into a world of ice and snow.

Snowflakes danced merrily like fairies.

Shen Xuan's divine sense stirred slightly.

Thousands upon thousands of snowflakes condensed into icy needles, accompanied by terrifying shrieks, streaking across transparent white lines as they raced forward.

Dense and endless, the hissing sound echoed throughout the blessed land.

This is just the simplest application of the [Dongzhen Bingxin Jue].

Master Hanyu smiled.

"Not bad, you can master it in a year. Shen Xuan, I didn't misjudge you."

"Master Hanyu taught well."

Shen Xuan answered respectfully.

For the past ten months, he visited Master Hanyu once a month to consult on difficulties in his ice cultivation.

It must be said that Master Hanyu's guidance was extremely useful, allowing his understanding of ice magic to continuously improve, making his ice magic practice twice as effective with half the effort, and enabling him to make rapid progress.

【Dongzhen Ice Heart Technique: Proficient (18/200)】

This was certainly due in part to his Ice Soul Spirit Body and diligent cultivation.

The teachings of Master Hanyu also played a crucial role.

During this time, he refined the essence and blood of the Ice Mountain Snow Ape.

The Iceberg Snow Ape's bloodline talents aren't particularly good, only providing [Bloody Blood], [Snow Ape Roar], [Boulder Throw], and [Warmth and Waterproof].

The ice mage I had imagined did not appear.

This time, after comparing them repeatedly, Shen Xuan chose [Demonic Blood Boiling].

Then he tried it.

The effect is surprisingly good.

When the "Demonic Blood Boiling" effect is activated, blood circulation within the body accelerates, and spiritual energy also flows more rapidly, resulting in a certain enhancement in offensive and defensive capabilities.

However, after this bloodline skill cooled down, I felt a deep sense of fatigue, as if I had entered a state of sagehood.

This is just the beginning.

One can imagine what would happen if this bloodline skill were mastered.

While offensive and defensive capabilities can be greatly enhanced, the side effects of the cooldown period will inevitably be aggravated accordingly.

Fortunately, Shen Xuan's [Self-Healing] skill was perfected. Otherwise, it would have definitely damaged his Dao foundation, resulting in more harm than good.

"It seems that it's best not to use the [Demonic Blood Boiling] skill unless absolutely necessary."

Although his bloodline talent is average.

The Iceberg Snow Ape, however, provided over two thousand Daoist points.

In addition to the more than 1,000 Dao points obtained from refining the Four-Eared Long-Tongued Macaque, this also includes the Dao points obtained from the previous refinement.

Add all of them to the Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Talisman.

[Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Talisman: Proficient (2/400)]

Shen Xuan used the Purple Essence Divine Wood Spirit Branch as the talisman embryo and imprinted the [Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Treasure Talisman] with the power of his divine soul. After successfully creating it, he safely nurtured it in his dantian.

The power of the Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Talisman far surpasses that of the Evil-Breaking Divine Thunder Talisman.

The amount of primordial spiritual power absorbed from Shen Xuan's Dao Foundation spiritual sea every day is more than three times that of the [Breaking Evil Divine Thunder Treasure Talisman].

Previously, Shen Xuan could easily and effortlessly cultivate three [Evil-Breaking Divine Thunder Treasure Talismans].

Now, even with two [Evil-Breaking Divine Thunder Talismans] and one [Nine Heavens Divine Thunder Talisman], it's proving difficult.

The perfect-level [Self-Healing] skill didn't fully restore my health.

Left with no other choice, Shen Xuan had to take out a [Breaking Evil Divine Thunder Treasure Talisman].

One must not damage one's foundation in Taoism by nurturing the Divine Thunder Treasure Talisman.

It cost 600,000 spirit stones to refine all the spiritual water in the Jianghai Wanshui Map.

The Ice Soul Sword has now merged with the divine soul and returned to its rightful place as a natal magic weapon.

Various talent skills have been integrated, and the casting speed has been increased.

Let's take a look at the key physical skills that need to be cultivated.

[Talent: Proficient in Size Control (8/200)]

[Talent: Immense Strength (Maximum) (1528/1600)]

[Talent: Mastery of Sharp Teeth (1288/1600)]

[Talent: Mastery of Devouring All Things (368/1600)]

In addition, there are physical skills such as [Iron Bones], [Critical Strike], and [Immunity to All Poisons].

Shen Xuan's physical strength is no less than that of a second-tier high-grade demon beast.

At this moment, he prepared to go out and hunt demons in search of opportunities.

"Reporting to Master Hanyu, I have a wife in the mortal world and I have arranged to visit her soon. I humbly request your permission."

Shen Xuan bowed respectfully and made his request.

The date he and Ding Yuyao had agreed to visit each other was thirty years after he left Yunyuan Immortal City.

He visited them once during the journey.

He is now 112 years old.

Less than three years have passed since the agreed-upon deadline.

Considering that Ding Yuyao will soon celebrate her 70th birthday.

He planned to visit them ahead of time.

After that, go hunt down second-tier high-grade water demons.

"I know about your affairs. Go, and proceed with caution."

"Disciple obey!"

After receiving approval from Master Hanyu, Shen Xuan returned to his cave and took a storage bag full of low-level spiritual items from Su Xue'er.

"My husband, everything on your list has been bought."

Shen Xuan scanned the area briefly with his divine sense and gave a word of praise.

"well-done."

"I'm going out for a while, and I'll be back in three to five months. Be careful in everything you do on Hanyu Peak, and try not to leave the peak."

"When things happen, it's best to be patient and wait until I get back before we talk about it."

Su Xue'er smiled gently and said, "I understand, my husband!"

Hearing that Shen Xuan was leaving.

The intelligent silver-horned pegasus affectionately nibbled at Shen Xuan's clothes, constantly emitting soft neighs of pleading.

Shen Xuan stroked the silver-horned celestial horse's forehead and said with a smile, "Alright! I know what you mean. Be a good girl and stay home, wait for me to come back!"

……

Songjiang Prefecture, Hongcheng County, Shen Prefecture.

At this time, the Shen family was a first-class prestigious family in Songjiang Prefecture.

Master Shen is an enlightened immortal from a famous sect of immortal cultivation.

This matter was no secret among the powerful and influential families of Songjiang Prefecture.

This was during the time when Madam Shen was celebrating her 70th birthday.

The entrance to the Shen residence was decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, creating a festive atmosphere.

Imperial relatives, high-ranking officials, and prominent families in Songjiang Prefecture all sent people to deliver congratulatory gifts in advance.

The mansions were grand and luxurious, with green bricks and black tiles, carved beams and painted rafters, and servants and maids coming and going in a constant stream.

Early morning hours.

A long queue formed in front of the Shen residence.

Caravans of horses delivering birthday gifts in advance arrived in an endless stream.

At this moment, two Taoist priests, one old and one young, gracefully arrived.

"Senior Brother Xiao, the Shen residence is quite impressive!"

The young Taoist priest stopped to look at the plaque of the Shen family mansion.

The elderly Taoist stroked his beard and chuckled, "Junior Brother Yu, do not underestimate the Shen family."

Junior Brother Yu asked softly, "There are rumors circulating that the master of the Shen family is a Foundation Establishment cultivator. Is that true?"

Senior Brother Xiao glanced sideways at Junior Brother Yu.

"Otherwise what? Why would Master send you down the mountain specifically to deliver a birthday gift?"

Junior Brother Yu blushed.

Senior Brother Xiao sighed softly.

“Junior Brother Yu, I am a few years older than you, so I’ll take advantage of my seniority and give you a few pointers.”

"The master of the Shen family is not only a Foundation Establishment cultivator, but also a direct disciple of a Grandmaster!"

"Although Hongcheng County is a secular place, the Shen family mansion is that person's only residence, and Madam Shen is that person's only legally married wife."

"Shen Xiuxing and Shen Xiuyan, although not blood relatives of that person, were recognized by that person and recorded in the Shen family genealogy."

"Shen Xiuyan, around thirty years old, lives in the mortal world, but is an absolute mid-stage Qi Refining cultivator!"

"If I were a few years younger and had your good looks, I would definitely try to win you over!"

"That is the daughter of a Grandmaster! If we can marry her, we might find the opportunity to build our Dao foundation!"

Upon hearing this, my junior brother bowed respectfully.

"Senior Brother Xiao's words are invaluable; I have learned a great deal!"

When he looked up again, his eyes were shining brightly, and he was full of fighting spirit.

A fortuitous opportunity to build a foundation!

Something called ambition, like a raging flame, burned fiercely in his heart.

(End of this chapter)