Immortality and Cultivation: Starting with Harvesting the Talents of Demonic Beasts

Chapter 106 The Secret of the Yuan Ding
"At this point, all the [Mortal and Impure Treasure Seeds] have been fully evolved. All five seed positions are now empty and have been converted into [Turbid Fiends]. In other words, there are ten Turbid Fiend seed positions available for spirit-stealing and transformation."

Lin Changheng sighed, then used the [Spirit Observation Technique] to check the condition of his spiritual root.

The most outstanding feature is, of course, the fire spirit root, with twenty-five strands of spiritual energy!

With only six strands of spiritual energy missing, one can directly advance to thirty-one strands, which is equivalent to a mid-grade spiritual root.

The [Flame-Tailed Spirit Fox Treasure Seed] has now reached the third level, with two more levels of potential remaining. In addition, it only needs to find a fire-type [Turbid Fiend] essence blood and then seize the fourth level of spirit.

Once things are settled here, I will immediately head to Qinglingfang to begin collecting.

Now that his status has risen and his strength has reached the eighth level of Qi Refining, he also possesses a divine power and three great demonic arts. Even if he is a bit flamboyant, as long as he doesn't go too far, he doesn't have to worry about any trouble.

Then examine the remaining spiritual roots—

Wood spirit root, nineteen strands of spiritual charm.

Earth Spirit Root, twelve strands of spiritual essence.

Golden spiritual root, eight strands of spiritual essence.

Water spirit root, five strands of spiritual charm.

Among them, the newly transformed earth spirit root is of inferior grade.

……

Looking at the remaining ten or so bottles of [Mountain Moving Ape] essence blood on the table, Lin Changheng's eyes flashed.

It can also continue to seize spirits and evolve new [Turbid Fiend] treasure seeds.

But he first took out "A Study of Savage Monsters and Spirit Beasts" from his storage bag and began to browse through it, looking for the entry for "Mountain-Moving Ape".

Before long, Lin Changheng found them directly.

I glanced at it and was somewhat surprised.

These mountain-moving monkeys are mostly found in mountainous areas and are named for their ability to "move" mountains by throwing stones.

Earth-type ape-like monster.

Its entire body is almost entirely white, except for a ring of long, stiff black mane around its neck, which protects its vital area.

Continuing on, one finds that this text records four types of demonic arts possessed by the Mountain-Moving Ape:

"Giant Strength", "Rock Armor", "Roaring Strike" and "Molten Mountain"!
Whether this beast is special or not, ancient texts describe its demonic powers in great detail, sparing no words.

[Great Strength] Needs no further explanation, since it involves throwing a giant rock, so it naturally requires an increase in strength.

【Rock Armor】As the name suggests, this is a beastly talent that enhances defense. This beast will gather earth and stone around its body, forming a layer of hard rock armor on its surface, greatly increasing its defensive power and even allowing it to reflect some magical attacks.

[Roaring Strike] likely evolved from the habit of pounding one's chest. The person roars, pounding their chest to the sky, and the sound waves, mixed with demonic power, cause an earthquake. The ground cracks, rock spikes erupt, and enemies within range lose their footing and suffer internal injuries.

[Mountain Lava] is suspected to be a cultivation method that allows one to cultivate by devouring mountains and peaks. Ancient texts lack details, only noting that it is suspected to be related to the race's robust physique.

After scanning these four, Lin Changheng was also reminded that these talents were close to "body refinement," which was used by powerful demonic bodies.

This also corresponds to what Mo Zhaoli said earlier: "thick-skinned and extremely difficult to kill."

Currently, Lin Changheng is quite interested in [Giant Strength] and [Molten Mountain]. The former directly increases strength, while the latter, if it is indeed a cultivation method, has some mysterious aspects.

"These talents are passable, but still acceptable."

After careful consideration, Lin Changheng gave this evaluation.

The fact that there are quite a few of these beasts is a significant advantage, as it allows for the acquisition of sufficient essence and blood.

"Soul Stealing".

Lin Changheng made a decision.

The remaining essence and blood flowed into the basin, where Lin Changheng drained it all away.

A dark yellow seed slowly formed within the cauldron.

[Mountain-Moving Ape Treasure Seed - Spirit-Seizing and Rebirth in Progress]

[Spirit Stealing: 7/100]

[Effects: Possesses turbid and evil bloodline, naturally endowed with earth element, and possesses innate talents of "Great Strength", "Rock Armor", and "Molten Mountain". Upon successful acquisition of spiritual energy, one can choose to refine one of them.]

"Only three talents can be selected for cultivation?" Lin Changheng was taken aback.

"Is the remaining [Roaring Howl] talent too weak to be extracted by the Yuan Cauldron? Or is it simply not manifested in the bloodline?"

He immediately realized that he had only managed to extract three talents from his own primordial seed: [Purity of Mind], [Wisdom], and [Enlightenment]. But as a member of the human race, his talents were far more than just these three!
The priority for taking souls should be based on some kind of rule.

"Yes!"

Lin Changheng's eyes revealed understanding. "Whether it is a primordial treasure seed, a demon beast treasure seed, or some future treasure seed, it can be regarded as a treasure tree with countless fruits. The Yuan Ding uses its essence blood to cultivate it. However, from these countless fruits, it selects the best, the strongest, or the three that meet the requirements and transforms them into treasure seeds for me to choose from."

"Therefore, each time I choose one, the other two wither and weaken, channeling their misty energy and Daoist rhyme into the remaining treasure seed. Afterward, it becomes obvious that the remaining seed is more rounded and its light is three times more intense!"

"Therefore, each demon beast race does not only have three talents, but these three talents are more worth cultivating!"

As time passed and through continuous exploration and reflection, Lin Changheng gradually uncovered a corner of the secrets of the Yuan Ding.

……

Three days passed quickly.

Yesterday, Lin Changheng was invited by Mo Shi's men to have a simple meal with Mo Zhaoli and another person.

During the meal, Mo Zhaoli also bid farewell to Lin Changheng, expressing his intention to leave as the mission was drawing near and time was running out.

Lin Changheng did not pretend to try to keep him, but nodded slightly and simply said, "Be careful."

In addition, it was learned that Mo Zhaoli and the Xu family had reached a special cooperation agreement, in which the Xu family would provide Mo Zhaoli with certain resources, and Mo Zhaoli would be required to "take care" of the Xu family in the future.

There are no specific restrictions on how this "care" will be provided; it will depend entirely on Mo Zhaoli's "conscience" in the future.

This was a gesture of goodwill proactively extended by the Xu family to avoid causing Mo Zhaoli any resentment or pressure.

It looks like a high-stakes gamble.

But in reality, it was the Xu family's control over the clan and their confidence in their ability to understand people's hearts.

The key lies in Mo Shi and Lin Changheng.

As long as these two are not offended, and given the Xu family's substantial unconditional gifts, Mo Zhaoli will naturally feel indebted to the Xu family. In the future, if Mo Zhaoli, now a Foundation Establishment cultivator of a high sect, can say a word at a crucial moment, it might change the fate of the Xu family.

For Mo Zhaoli, it was even simpler.

Is this for real? Only a fool wouldn't take a spirit stone, but she had already remembered the Xu family's kindness.

Even if she didn't write it down, she still wouldn't be able to get past her grandfather.

Now that Mo Shi can live comfortably and retire in the Xu family, she can rest assured even when she's away from home. The Xu family's influence on her life is undeniable.

……

As an observer, Lin Changheng saw the true nature of the matter more clearly.

On the one hand, Mo Zhaoli is indeed short of money right now and needs support.

On the other hand, the Xu family has been upgraded to a Foundation Establishment family, and a new market has been opened, making great strides. They have accumulated a considerable amount of spirit stones and need to continue to lay the foundation in various places.

It was only natural that the two sides reached an agreement immediately.

……

On the night of the day Mo Zhaoli left.

Tantai Feiyue also knew that Lin Changheng was leaving, so she came to "pay a visit".

Then they stopped moving.

Moreover, he takes extra initiative, so Lin Changheng doesn't have to worry about anything.

Even halfway through,

Tantai Feiyue also took out the ceremonial robe she wore when she was granted an additional title.

The garment is embroidered with twelve rows of pheasant patterns, interspersed with five-colored clouds, dragon patterns, etc., and is half-draped over the body.
Wearing a phoenix crown adorned with pearls and jade, with beaded knots hanging on both sides, a shawl draped over her body, and a jade belt half-draped over her waist...

"The joy I experience here is something I will likely never forget in this lifetime..."

A gasp escaped from Lin Changheng's mouth as he stared in disbelief, lingering in the air until the Ming Dynasty.

(End of this chapter)