Immortality and Cultivation: I Have Too Many Talents

Chapter 585 Hidden Dangers (Please Subscribe)
Back in the Ice Cave, we rested for the night.

Shen Xuan went to see Li Ruyi and gave her the Golden Transformation Pill and five Nether Pearls.

Over the past three years, Li Ruyi has been exhausted from completing the sect's alchemy tasks and trading Blood Tempering Pills in the Wilderness Plains.

"Thank you, Master Shen."

"Fellow Daoist Li, there's no need for such formalities between us."

Shen Xuan and Li Ruyi talked for a while.

I learned about the people of Starshine Island from her.

"Master Xuanyuan rarely interferes in the affairs of Starshine Island, focusing instead on the trade with the demon race."

"Master Hanyue handles the island's affairs with ease."

"Shangguan Yan'er is enthusiastic about expanding her family and encourages Shangguan family cultivators to get married."

"As Ding Yijin gets older, he may request to retire and return to his hometown, allowing his younger brother Ding Yixuan to take over his position."

"Tie Wendao wanted to retire, and his son Tie Xinye laid the foundation two years ago."

"Lin Zhongyue's granddaughter married a Foundation Establishment cultivator named Wen Yinfeng. He comes from a small family in Hongcheng County and wants to move his entire clan to Xinghui Island."

"Chu Duanlang took a third concubine. Now, he has many children and grandchildren. Unfortunately, none of them have been able to establish their foundation yet."

"Ding Qingfeng and Shangguan Mingyue have begun recruiting alchemy apprentices from among their own clansmen."

It must be said that Li Ruyi has a unique advantage in intelligence gathering.

She has no vested interests with anyone.

He was completely open with Shen Xuan.

……

Inside the Ice Cave, in the training room.

After finishing his practice, Shen Xuan looked at the small characters on the mysterious jade talisman.

【Shouyuan: 183/1100】

[True Fire of the Sun Proficient (6/200)]

[Burning Heart Demon Flame Proficient (8/100)]

[Spiritual Root: Fire 36/100]

His lifespan increased by one year.

The second-tier superior-grade Burning Heart Demon Butterfly essence blood increased the fire spirit root aptitude by 8 points.

While at the Hundred Herbs Sect, Shen Xuan put aside his practice of body-refining techniques.

Besides studying the Dao of Transforming Gold Elixir, he spent the rest of his time making Ice Soul Flying Sword Talismans and refining the essence blood and demon core of the Burning Heart Demon Butterfly.

"36 points of fire elemental root is still a bit lacking."

According to Shen Xuan's plan, he would raise his fire spirit root to a high-grade spirit root in one go, and then cultivate fire attribute spells.

"How about we ask the Crimson Flame Tiger for some of its essence blood?"

"He's so big, a little less essence and blood won't affect his cultivation."

Shen Xuan thought to himself.

At this moment, he was still nurturing three different flames: the Golden Crow True Flame, the Crimson Flame Demon Flame, and the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Flame.

The Golden Crow True Fire is one thing.

Once he has mastered the cultivation of the True Fire of the Sun, he can then integrate it into his practice.

To cultivate the Crimson Flame Demon Flame, one needs the essence blood and demon core of the Crimson Flame Tiger as a catalyst.

The higher the grade of the essence blood demon core, the less amount of the mysterious jade talisman can be refined at once.

"Actually, it doesn't necessarily have to be an adult Crimson Flame Tiger. If there is a Crimson Flame Tiger that died before reaching adulthood, that's also acceptable."

Shen Xuan was planning the deal with the Crimson Flame Tiger in his mind.

The Ice Soul Flying Sword Talisman definitely won't work.

"How about we try the Immortal Binding Rope?"

Shen Xuan possessed two Immortal Binding Ropes made from the tendons of a demonic dragon.

It's slightly inferior in quality to the one in Xiaoyuehu's hand.

However, these binding magical artifacts are extremely useful against both human cultivators and demon kings.

……

Shen Xuan returned to the Ice Cave and rested for more than ten days.

He spent several days in intimate moments with Qin Yuehan and Shangguan Yan'er, and also gave Lin Yueying guidance in her cultivation.

Lin Yueying is seventeen years old and has grown into a graceful young woman.

Her identity was special; she had been with Qin Yuehan for a long time, and her every move was elegant and graceful.

This is also related to her cultivation techniques.

In name only, Lin Yueying was Shen Xuan's disciple.

Its main training method is the Qin family's ancestral "Green Wood Everlasting Spring Skill".

It has special effects on maintaining youthful appearance and prolonging life.

"Therefore, Qin Yuehan's lifespan is longer than I imagined!"

"The fake immortal, after taking three high-quality longevity pills, plus the life-extending effect of the [Green Wood Everlasting Spring Technique], has a lifespan of four hundred years?"

No wonder Qin Yuehan's appearance is still bright and beautiful, showing no signs of aging.

This made Shen Xuan very angry.

That night, on the soft bed in the bedroom, he severely punished Qin Yuehan.

A fierce battle between a beast and a beauty unfolds.

A few days passed.

Seeing that Starshine Island was peaceful, Shen Xuan greeted Qin Yuehan and Li Ruyi and headed to the Azure Cloud Sect.

Hanyu Peak, a blessed land.

At this moment, Fang Huixue was clearly a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Master Hanyu said that the foundation he built was of an extraordinary quality, reaching the superior grade.

"Congratulations, Master Hanyu, on taking on such a fine disciple. With such a solid foundation, Junior Sister will surely be able to condense her Golden Core!"

Shen Xuan said with a sincere expression.

This caused two rosy clouds to appear on Fang Huixue's pretty face.

After Liu Bingyu arrived.

In front of Master Hanyu, Shen Xuan transformed a fine gold pill into a golden pill and presented it to Liu Bingyu.

This action made Fang Huixue extremely envious.

"Senior Brother, you can't show favoritism!"

"When Xue'er reaches the Core Formation stage in the future, you must also give me a high-quality Golden Core!"

Fang Huixue said shamelessly.

"discuss later!"

Shen Xuan casually brushed it off.

Then, he said solemnly to Master Hanyu, "Master Hanyu, Junior Sister Liu has done a good job. I estimate that in two years, Junior Sister Liu's Dao Foundation will be complete, and she will be able to condense her inner core."

Master Hanyu nodded: "I think so too. Bingyu, your senior brother has put in a lot of effort to help you form your core."

"This disciple understands. Bingyu thanks Senior Brother Shen."

Having gained the approval of Shen Xuan and Hanyu Zhenren, and possessing a high-quality Golden Elixir.

Liu Bingyu was clearly more confident.

After leaving Hanyu Peak, Shen Xuan headed to Xiaogu Peak.

Three years ago, he asked Master Gufeng to tell Yun Chixin to take good care of himself.

After she recovers, Shen Xuan will take her to Sunset Island and ask the Purple Tree King to help reshape her spiritual body.

Little Lonely Peak, a blessed land.

This time, after meeting Master Gufeng.

Shen Xuan made a point of meeting with Yun Chixin alone.

Yun Chixin was quite pleased with Shen Xuan's arrival.

In front of Shen Xuan, she used various wood-attribute spells.

Wood Spirit Bind, Ironwood Spikes, Spiritwood Shield, and so on. A crimson light flashed in Shen Xuan's eyes.

He saw clearly.

Yun Chixin has recovered well, but she is still some distance from her prime.

Actually, given her qualifications...

When forming the core, if one's Dao heart is firm and there is some luck involved, it is very possible to condense a fake core.

Yun Chixin is the same as Qin Yuehan.

Born into a prominent family, they had an overly smooth life and lacked the ability to turn adversity into opportunity.

This failure to form her core was a heavy blow to her.

However, three years ago, after receiving a reminder from Master Gufeng.

Yun Chixin found peace and tranquility to heal her wounds.

"Senior Brother, how is Junior Sister recovering?"

Yun Chixin asked, a hint of expectation in his eyes.

"You're recovering well. I see you're in good health, there's nothing wrong with you."

Shen Xuan said encouragingly.

The purple spiritual energy infused his body, reshaping his spiritual form. This was Yun Chixin's last chance.

Shen Xuan also hoped that Yun Chixin would have a good outcome.

After all, as the senior sister of Xiaogufeng, Yun Chixin is a very good person.

Back then, Shen Xuan was bullied by Lei Yaoyang because of his limited cultivation level.

Yun Chixin used an excuse to fight Lei Yaoyang and broke both of his legs.

Shen Xuan will always remember this kindness.

This time, I'll consider it repaying her favor.

Whether Yun Chixin can form her core depends on herself.

In the world of cultivation, everyone has their own opportunities and destiny.

Shen Xuan was unwilling to force even the descendants of the Shen family to help him.

Without that destiny, forcing a breakthrough may not necessarily bring good fortune.

On the contrary, it will affect one's own fortune and lead to divine punishment.

"Junior Sister Yun, I'll give you three days."

"Think carefully. Even if the Purple Tree King is willing to lend a hand and infuse your body with spiritual energy out of respect for me, your body may not be able to withstand it."

"If you fail, your cultivation level will drop, and your path to enlightenment will be completely severed."

Shen Xuan laid out the unpleasant truths upfront.

"It won't take three days. Senior Brother, Junior Sister has already made up her mind."

Yun Chixin's eyes were firm.

……

Qingyun Sect, Mission Hall.

A priority task suddenly appeared in the most prominent top bar on the screen.

"Xuanbing Zhenren of Xinghui Island has accepted the commission to refine the Golden Elixir."

"Each batch of materials for the Golden Elixir will guarantee at least one Golden Elixir, with no upper limit."

"Two pills were produced, and the refining cost was one million spirit stones."

"One of the two is of superior quality, and the cost of refining it is equivalent to one Golden Elixir."

"Three pills were produced, and the cost of refining one pill was to transform it into a golden pill."

"If a disciple of the sect introduces a cultivator to be commissioned to refine a Golden Core, he/she will be awarded 10,000 merit points of the sect or a Water-based Foundation Establishment Pill."

Inside the main hall, the cultivators of the Qingyun Sect all looked astonished.

"Master Xuanbing can now refine the Golden Transformation Pill?"

"In that case, what's the point of having an alchemy hall!"

"Shh, keep your voice down! Senior Brother Huang from the Alchemy Hall is still here!"

Huang Yuan was even more incredulous at this moment.

Looking at the light screen in the mission hall, I read the description of the Golden Core Transformation mission several times.

Only then did he realize that Shen Xuan could indeed refine the Golden Elixir.

Moreover, their skill has reached a certain level.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have offered a guaranteed minimum of one Golden Elixir.

"If he can offer these conditions, his success rate in achieving the Golden Core stage is not much different from Master's!"

Huang Yuan thought to himself.

Now, he has completed his foundation building.

It is about to attempt to condense its inner core.

According to the judgment of the Immortal of Longevity, there is a certain hope that a false elixir can be successfully condensed.

Nowadays, the alchemy hall is facing a shortage of skilled workers.

Ge Chengming died, and Zhao Shun was deposed.

From the remaining three of his personal disciples, the Immortal of Longevity selected Huang Yuan to become the de facto head of the Alchemy Hall.

However, under his leadership, the alchemy hall went from bad to worse.

It's not that he doesn't try, it's just that he has no other choice.

On Starshine Island, there are two third-tier alchemists.

Even the elixirs for demonic beasts were mass-produced and sold to the demon race in the desolate wilderness.

Most of the alchemy tasks for the Qingyun Sect were completed by Xinghui Island.

The Alchemy Hall exists in name only.

……

Changsheng Peak, a blessed land.

After listening to Huang Yuan's report.

The Immortal of Longevity, with a stern face, scolded, "Why bother with him! He's a vain and arrogant fellow who doesn't know his own limitations."

"Focus on your cultivation, hone your skills, and achieve the Core Formation as soon as possible. This kind of evil and heretical path will not last long!"

After sending Huang Yuan away.

The Immortal of Immortality entered the secret chamber.

After opening the barrier formation in the secret room.

He brought out a precious mirror.

A flash of light from the mirror projected a faint, almost imperceptible figure in a purple robe.

"Fellow Daoist Changsheng, it's been a long time. How have you come to consider the matter we discussed last time?"

The figure in purple robes gradually solidified.

He was lean and handsome, with a radiant spirit.

It was a projection of the spiritual power of the Sect Master Zhiyang of the Danxia Sect.

“Brother Zhiyang, I am willing to join the Danxia Sect. However, I have one condition.”

"Fellow Daoist Changsheng, please come in."

"Brother Zhiyang, please help me get rid of one person first. If this person is not eliminated, he will become a great threat."

The Immortal Changsheng said solemnly, “It is not only a great threat to me, but also a major threat to the Danxia Sect.”

Master Zhiyang chuckled: "Which fellow Daoist has caused Fellow Daoist Changsheng such fear?"

The Immortal of Longevity said in a deep voice, "Brother Zhiyang, I am not exaggerating. You have also heard of this person."

Then, he said, word by word: "Starry Island, True Man Xuanbing, Shen Xuan."

Master Zhiyang's smile froze instantly.

Inside the secret room, a murderous aura permeated the air.

(End of this chapter)