Immortality and Cultivation: I Have Too Many Talents

Chapter 439 Dragon Island (Please Subscribe)

After a hundred breaths.

Shen Xuan appeared in a desolate mountain wilderness.

This place is tens of thousands of miles away from Qingyun Immortal City.

However, Shen Xuan did not stop.

Instead, they found a stream.

Use the abilities of "Size at Will" and "Ever-Changing".

It transforms into a small green snake.

They flowed along the stream into the river.

It then transformed into a dragon-like serpent and swam all the way to the East China Sea.

Currently, he is only at the sixth level of the Foundation Establishment stage.

He achieved great success in body refinement, his true spirit underwent nine transformations, and he became a body refiner in the Dharma Aspect Realm.

Strictly speaking, his strength can be considered to be at the third tier.

He is on the same level as the Real Person, Demon King, and Demon Lord.

However, body refiners are at the very bottom of the social hierarchy.

Even a fake Core Formation cultivator looks down on Body Refiners in the Dharma Aspect Realm.

In terms of combat strength...

A body refiner at the Dharma Aspect Realm can steadily suppress a fake Core Formation True Person.

If a body refiner at the Dharma Aspect Realm gets close, a fake Core Formation cultivator will undoubtedly be defeated.

At this moment, Shen Xuan transformed into a dragon-like serpent, swimming freely in the deep sea.

When tired, they would use the [Water Repelling] technique to create an underwater cave to rest.

This time, he came prepared.

The storage bag contained a large number of spirit stones and elixirs.

He had Lü Zhengying exchange all 400,000 sect contribution points for high-grade spirit stones.

Shen Xuan sealed Xiao Jingsong's magical flying sword and storage bag in layers.

The fake Dan Master, I wonder what kind of backup plan he has left, or let time wear away his spiritual imprint.

In any case, Shen Xuan is wealthy and has everything he needs, including magical artifacts, magic treasures, elixirs, and array flags.

"All I need right now is a Golden Transformation Pill!"

Shen Xuan thought to himself.

It's too early to break through to the Core Formation stage; there's no need to toil away at the Qingyun Sect for a single Golden Core.

Moreover, he is a top-tier second-level alchemist.

With sixty years to go, what is a mere elixir of immortality?

Next, Shen Xuan considered his next move.

Staying in the State of Song is definitely not an option.

His name was on the register of the Seven Immortals.

Having betrayed his sect and fled, he lost his status as a direct disciple of the Qingyun Sect's True Person, and all the True Persons of the Seven Sects of the Song Kingdom would target him.

Formulas for the Cold Jade Elixir, alchemy in a giant furnace, and the method for refining the Thunder Spirit Pearl, etc.

Not to mention that he himself is priceless.

The bounty offered by the Qingyun Sect will also be an astronomical figure.

They couldn't go to Liang either.

That place is the territory of demonic cultivators.

Ancestor Yuwen hated him to the core.

His hands were stained with the blood of demonic cultivators.

In Liang, there's a high probability they won't adapt to the local environment.

Originally, they also planned to exchange the Demon Dragon's essence blood from the fake Core Demon Lord through Ling Zhenfeng.

For now, this matter can only be postponed.

The strength of the State of Lu was similar to that of the State of Song.

There should be some shortcomings.

"It seems we have no choice but to go to the State of Yan!"

"Unfortunately, there's no way to bring Li Ruyi out."

Li Ruyi is a near-third-tier alchemist and a soul cultivator, so he poses no threat to the status of the Immortal of Longevity.

With her alchemy skills, as long as she is obedient, she can still survive in the Qingyun Sect.

Shen Xuan was afraid of those so-called prestigious families and clans.

Even if I go to the Yan Kingdom, I don't want to be controlled by the sect and at their mercy.

"It would be best to go to a secluded spirit island. The kind where you can escape by water at any time."

Shen Xuan made up his mind.

……

three months later.

Shen Xuan arrived at an island.

The island is called Shenlong Island, and legend has it that a divine dragon once appeared and descended there.

Such rumors are most likely just self-aggrandizement and self-promotion by the cultivators on the island.

There are many similar rumors circulating on the nearby islands.

Such as Fire Phoenix Island, Great Roc Island, White Elephant Island, Lion King Island...

In the vast sea area near Shenlong Island, there are more than a hundred similar second-tier spirit islands.

This is the open sea, thousands of miles away from the nearest land.

The environment is harsh, with frequent storms, typhoons, tornadoes, tsunamis, and other natural disasters, making it unsuitable for human habitation.

Basically, most island cultivators do not go ashore for most of the year.

In name, these islands all belong to the State of Yan.

In fact, it was a no-man's-land between the states of Yan, Zhao, and Chu.

The cultivators on the island are mainly water-based cultivators, known for their fierce and aggressive style, and most of them make a living by hunting sea beasts.

Shenlong Island is a second-tier high-grade spirit island.

The family that occupies this place is a cultivation family surnamed Chen.

It is said that there are five Foundation Establishment cultivators in the clan, and the ancestor is even in the late Foundation Establishment stage.

In this sea area, the Chen family can be considered one of the top-ranking cultivation families.

"It's you!"

Shen Xuan looked at Shenlong Island and made a decision.

After three months of swimming in the ocean with no one to talk to, Shen Xuan felt a little lonely.

Moreover, he hadn't had a hot, delicious meal in a long time.

Although cultivators can abstain from food and fast after reaching the Foundation Establishment stage.

But Shen Xuan is still a third-level body refiner.

We need to replenish our bodies with a large amount of high-grade monster meat.

“The island is isolated. Yet it has markets, shops, and independent cultivators. Even cultivators ultimately need to fit in.”

There was a reason why Shen Xuan chose Shenlong Island.

He found three spirit boat cultivators and inquired about the situation of the nearby islands.

The Chen family on Shenlong Island has the best reputation.

In addition, there are two branch islands outside the main island of Shenlong Island, both of which are mid-grade second rank.

To make it easier for him to move in.

Shen Xuan leaped out of the sea.

He disguised the Ice Soul Divine Sword as a low-grade magic weapon and flew on the sword.

His own aura was reduced to the level of the third level of Foundation Establishment.

As soon as he approached Shenlong Island, Shen Xuan felt the oppressive force of the island's protective formation.

"Not bad! Even for me, without transforming, it would be difficult to break through this formation in a short time."

The protective array of Shenlong Island is integrated with the earth veins beneath the island, complementing each other.

The underwater ley lines can continuously provide spiritual energy to the island's protective array, defending against various natural and man-made disasters.

At the same time, it can also track and attack both inside and outside Shenlong Island.

Even a cultivator at the peak of the Foundation Establishment stage would find it difficult to withstand the attack of the island's protective formation.

Even a fake Core Formation Master would find it difficult to break through the island's protective formation without a third-tier formation-breaking talisman.

This is the greatest source of confidence for the Chen family cultivators living on Shenlong Island.

The closer they got to Shenlong Island, the stronger the sense of oppression became. Upon reaching the beach of Shenlong Island, Shen Xuan had no choice but to land on the ground.

The protective array of Shenlong Island, like the protective array of the Immortal City, restricts flight in the nearby airspace.

Shen Xuan walked to the gate of Shenlong Island.

"Fellow Daoist, may I ask your esteemed name, cultivation level, origin, and purpose of your visit to the island?"

A late-stage Qi Refining cultivator from the Chen family stepped forward and asked.

"Shen Fei, early stage of Foundation Establishment, a rogue cultivator, came here for travel."

Shen Xuan said with a smile.

"So it's Senior Shen! I'll go and invite the clan leader over right away!"

The Chen family cultivators quickly sent out a communication talisman.

Foundation Establishment cultivators still hold some prestige in front of cultivators from island families.

Shen Xuan habitually uses a pseudonym.

This place is tens of thousands of miles away from the State of Song, and news from here is scarce.

Logically speaking, news of Shen Xuan shouldn't have reached here.

However, for safety's sake, Shen Xuan decided to conceal his identity and cultivation level.

It is always best to be cautious in everything you do.

"Fellow Daoist Shen, it is an honor to have you here. I, Chen, have failed to greet you properly. Please forgive me!"

A burly man with a ruddy complexion and a round face came to greet them.

It was Chen Zhifang, the head of the Chen family on Shenlong Island.

Mid-Foundation Establishment stage, Water-based cultivator.

"I apologize for my unauthorized visit, but you are too kind, Master Chen."

Shen Xuan said with a smile.

Chen Zhifang led Shen Xuan into the core area of ​​Shenlong Island, the Chen family manor.

This is also the area with the most abundant spiritual energy on Shenlong Island.

living room.

The young woman from the Chen family served up the spiritual tea.

Shen Xuan took two sips.

The taste is not bad, but the quality is a bit low.

It is only a second-tier low-grade product.

This made it difficult for him, who was used to drinking Misty Shadow Spirit Tea, to swallow.

"I wonder if Fellow Daoist Shen has come here on important business?"

"When Shen traveled far and wide, he saw that this island was beautiful and full of spiritual light. Suddenly, he felt that he should stay here for a while, devote himself to cultivation, and sense the opportunity for a breakthrough."

Shen Xuan said calmly.

"I, Chen, am most pleased that Fellow Daoist Shen is willing to settle on the island!"

"The Chen family is willing to hire Fellow Daoist Shen as a guest elder. However, among the myriad arts of cultivation, we are unsure which one Fellow Daoist Shen is proficient in?"

Shen Xuan smiled slightly.

"Shen is a talisman master."

Chen Zhifang's eyes lit up.

What types of talismans is Master Shen skilled in?

"I am ashamed! For now, I only know the Rejuvenation Talisman and the Water Escape Talisman. I am currently researching the Frost Talisman, and there is also a poison talisman that I cannot disclose."

Upon hearing this, Chen Zhifang's face lit up with a smile.

"Master Shen is truly skilled! He can even create water escape talismans, so creating second-tier ice talismans will definitely be no challenge for him!"

Although the Water Escape Talisman is only a first-tier high-grade talisman.

However, it is one of the Five Elements Escape Talismans.

It is extremely useful on this sea surface.

The Frost Talisman is a second-tier attack talisman.

It is perfect for water-based cultivators.

Chen Zhifang understood Shen Xuan's subtext.

He wanted to settle down on Shenlong Island, devote himself to cultivation, and break through to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage.

At the same time, he continued to study the art of talismans and created the second-tier talisman, the Frost Talisman.

As for the other type of poison talisman that cannot be disclosed, it is estimated to be a second-tier talisman.

Chen Zhifang instructed his clansmen to produce a family guest spirit contract.

Shen Xuan glanced at the contents of the spirit contract.

It stipulates the rights and obligations of both parties.

The Chen family provided Shen Fei with security and protection, opening up a second-tier low-grade cave dwelling to ensure the supply of spiritual energy.

The salary offered is 12,000 spirit stones per year.

Shenfei provides a certain number of talismans each year, settling accounts at 80% of the market price.

For quantities exceeding the prescribed limits, both parties may negotiate separately.

Shen Fei took in a number of talisman apprentices and taught them how to make talismans.

The term of office for guest ministers is thirty years.

Thirty years later, the two parties will discuss renewing the contract or parting ways depending on the specific circumstances.

Previously, Shen Xuan had served as a guest alchemist in the Wei family on White Crane Island.

The terms are basically similar.

However, the difference in treatment is like night and day.

"The salary is too low; it should be at least 18,000 spirit stones a year!"

"The spiritual contract period is too long; it should be signed every five years."

"I need to upgrade my low-grade second-tier cave dwelling to a mid-grade second-tier one. I might break through at any time!"

"Talisman Apprentice, delete this one! I have no intention of taking on apprentices!"

Upon hearing the conditions proposed by Shen Xuan, Chen Zhifang argued his case forcefully.

However, Shen Xuan refused to budge an inch.

Chen Zhifang was forced to retreat step by step.

In the end, they only insisted on the clause regarding talisman apprenticeship.

"Master Shen, you owe me an explanation to the clan elders!"

"No matter what, we must teach a few Chen family talisman apprentices!"

These are the basic terms and conditions for hiring guest elders in cultivation families.

"I can't keep it by my side. I can offer some pointers when I have time."

In the end, Shen Xuan took a small step back.

Before signing the spiritual pact.

Chen Zhifang said somewhat embarrassedly, "Master Shen, it's not that I don't believe you."

"According to the rules, you have to demonstrate your talisman skills so I can explain to the clan elders."

"It should!"

Once the spiritual pact is signed, neither party can go back on their word.

Chen Zhifang's suggestion that Shen Xuan make the talisman on the spot was reasonable.

In front of Chen Zhifang.

Shen Xuan made nine talismans in succession: five Rejuvenation Talismans and four Water Escape Talismans.

Every single one becomes a talisman!

Every single one is a masterpiece!

"A mere trick, you'll only make a fool of yourself in front of Patriarch Chen!"

Shen Xuan sighed and said, "As a Foundation Establishment cultivator, I am only skilled in these first-tier talismans. I am ashamed!"

Across from him, Chen Zhifang looked like he'd seen a ghost.

Even for a first-tier talisman, your 100% success rate is terrifying!

Moreover, every single one of them is a masterpiece!

Chen Zhifang quickly took the guest spirit contract, imprinted it with his magic power, and presented it to Shen Xuan with both hands.

"Master Shen, please!"

"Wait a minute!"

This time, it was Shen Xuan's turn to set the conditions.

(End of this chapter)