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

Chapter 132 Second-Tier Weapon Master (3 words)
Since Mo Zhaoli had extended such an invitation, Lin Changheng naturally had to go.

It would also be a good opportunity to visit the so-called Upper Sect and see what this powerful Core Formation sect, which dominates the region, is really like.

When he was eighteen, he was confirmed to have spiritual roots and was selected as a potential immortal. He had longed to join an immortal sect, but because he had mixed spiritual roots, he could only join a Qi-refining family and languish at the bottom of the cultivation world.

Now, after 34 years of ups and downs, and now that I'm over 50, I finally have the opportunity to be invited to visit my ancestral home and witness the "grand spectacle."

Lin Changheng burst out laughing.

My state of mind has completely changed.

Quite carefree, without any obsessions, treating things with a light and breezy attitude.

But on second thought, this is indeed an opportunity.

Lin Changheng's mind raced. Now that Zhao Li had become a Foundation Establishment cultivator, the Xu family was aware of their relationship, and he might be able to use this opportunity to break away.

To avoid making the scene look awkward.

Lin Changheng doesn't have much to worry about the Xu family now, mainly because his own strength is his source of confidence.

His magical power cultivation reached the ninth level of Qi Refining, and his body refinement cultivation also entered the third level of the "Evergreen Body of Azure Wood," namely the late stage of the first rank.

Furthermore, he possesses the second-tier [Crimson Sky Demon Flame], comparable to earth fire, and also masters two [Dao Fruit Divine Power True Meanings] and three [True Core Demon Techniques].

If it really came down to a fight, a Qi Refining Ninth Level cultivator would probably not fare well against him.

Even when facing a Foundation Establishment cultivator, the [Earth Escape Technique] can still provide an escape route.

They have plenty of confidence.

"No, it's not enough."

Lin Changheng suddenly frowned slightly, but quickly made a decision.

He immediately turned around and left.

Just then, an autumn rain began to fall, and the fine raindrops splashed up a misty spray on the bluestone slabs.

As Lin Changheng stepped out of the room, the damp air was immediately filled with a mixture of medicinal fragrance and the smell of dust.

On the streets of the market, the cultivators were not in a hurry. They set up rain shelters, spells, and artifacts that shimmered with various spiritual lights and walked through the rain.

Such a wondrous scene is rarely seen outside the realm of cultivation.

Lin Changheng also disappeared into the rain, a faint blue light rising from his body. Before the raindrops even touched him, they were evaporated into wisps of white steam.

With a clear goal in mind, Lin Changheng had already reached the inner layer of the market town, specifically the cave dwelling area.

Many of the cave dwellings in this area were originally provided by the Xu and Liu families to cultivators of the middle-grade realm or above with skills at extremely favorable prices in order to enrich the market and attract customers.

"Tuk Tuk Tuk!"

He raised his hand and knocked on the door in front of a cave.

A short while later, someone opened the door, revealing a young boy's head: "Who are you?"

"I have come seeking a tool."

The unfamiliar male cultivator smiled slightly, cupped his hands, and said, "Please go and inform him, young man."

"Alright, fellow Daoist, please wait a moment."

The door closed again, but soon opened again, and the young man appeared once more. "Fellow Daoist, please come in."

After his transformation, Lin Changheng did not wear a bamboo hat this time, to avoid appearing dishonest. He nodded and smiled, "Please lead the way, young man."

Soon the two arrived at the main hall inside the cave.

The interior furnishings were simple and elegant, with several landscape paintings hanging on the walls, their brushstrokes vigorous and powerful. An elderly man with white hair and a youthful face sat upright at a rosewood table, carefully reading a scroll of bamboo slips.

Hearing footsteps, he slowly raised his head, revealing a pair of clear, pool-like eyes as he looked at the person approaching.

"I have met 'Mr. Cold Iron' before."

Lin Changheng greeted him with proper etiquette, his posture neither humble nor arrogant.

"Young friend, you are well-informed. I have only been here for half a month, and you already know about it."

Mr. Leng Tie stroked his beard and smiled, his kind eyes and gentle expression suggesting something.

Lin Changheng smiled and said, "I have some connections with the Xu family, so I naturally found out. Senior, as a second-level weapon refiner, it is truly a blessing for the cultivators of Qingling Workshop to deign to grace us with your presence."

At the same time, he took out a keepsake bearing the Xu family's mark and showed it to them.

Mr. Leng Tie laughed heartily upon hearing this: "Young friend, you speak very well, but..." He also glanced at the token inadvertently.

Then, with a flick of his finger, he suddenly said, "Young friend, are you clear about my rules?"

“Three things I won’t refine.” Lin Changheng looked up and stared directly into the old man’s eyes, then nodded slightly. “I won’t refine weapons that already have owners, I won’t refine things that harm the heavens, I won’t refine…” He paused slightly, “…mediocre materials.”

"It's good to know."

Mr. Leng Tie preferred dealing with intelligent people; it was effortless and convenient. "Tell me, what do you want to refine?"

"I want to forge a consumable attack magic weapon..."

Lin Changheng already had a preliminary idea, which he described briefly.

He was not a weapon refiner and could not speak with great precision; he could only give a general description. The specific execution, design, and refinement were to be carried out by a weapon refiner.

"Oh?"

Mr. Leng Tie's expression flickered with surprise. "I have basically understood what you have said, but to achieve the effect described, the spiritual materials required are not ordinary. Ordinary precious spiritual materials are far from enough."

"I am aware of this, otherwise I would not dare to come and bother you."

Lin Changheng reached out and wiped his hand across the storage bag, instantly creating a sealed special container. He opened it and handed it to Mr. Leng Tie.

Seeing the person in front of him open the container and reveal its contents, Mr. Leng Tie raised an eyebrow and nodded, thinking that this person was indeed thoughtful.

But upon looking into the special container, one is immediately drawn to the wildly leaping purple lightning within. It crackles and hisses, its power immense, its sound resounding endlessly.

"This is... Thunder Fiend?"

Mr. Leng Tie was no longer as indifferent as before; excitement flashed across his rosy, baby-like face.

"Not bad, is this enough to refine?"

"Enough! Of course it's enough."

Seeing the excitement and joy on this person's face, as he tried to touch the lightning and even held it up to the light to examine it closely, Lin Changheng couldn't help but nod to himself, knowing that he had found the right person.

This Mr. Leng Tie is renowned, not only as a second-tier weapon-refining master, but also as a weapon-refiner who specializes in refining rare materials and objects.

He even became famous because of it, and it became his trademark.

After a long while, Mr. Leng Tie carefully sealed Lei Sha, still feeling unsatisfied, and then noticed that Lin Changheng had been waiting by his side without urging him.

He immediately took a great liking to Lin Changheng and took out paper and pen to describe his refining ideas and preliminary plans to Lin Changheng.

Lin Changheng looked at the paper and saw a perfectly round bead the size of a chicken egg, with densely packed small annotations on the side;
He also heard detailed descriptions and ingenious theories, which made him sigh in admiration. He was indeed a second-tier weapon refiner.

Not only were all his ideas reproduced, but they were also significantly optimized, making them more reasonable and powerful.

"What do you think, young friend?"

Mr. Leng Tie asked with a smile.

“Excellent. Asking Mr. Leng Tie for help this time was the best decision I ever made. Please proceed with the refining.”

Lin Changheng was never stingy with his praise.

According to the old man, since it is a one-time consumable, there is no need to refine it into a second-tier spiritual weapon, as the cost would be too high and it would be a loss.

Refining a first-grade high-quality consumable magic weapon would suffice, but its power might not be low, and if used properly, it could even injure a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Lin Changheng agreed, finding the idea reasonable.

Most importantly, the price of crafting a second-tier spiritual weapon alone exceeds two thousand spirit stones. Adding in the spiritual materials, the total cost is at least five or six thousand low-grade spirit stones.

Lin Changheng felt a chill run down his spine; the artifacts used by Foundation Establishment cultivators were indeed expensive. But even converted to mid-grade spirit stones, it would only cost fifty or sixty, roughly the same as a low-grade magic weapon.

However, even so, it still requires a refining fee of six hundred low-grade spirit stones.

"Come back in a month, and you should be able to refine about three pills."

One costs two hundred spirit stones, three cost six hundred, plus some additional materials, for a total of over seven hundred.

It's acceptable.

Lin Changheng nodded directly.

But in his heart he thought, "The money-making ability of weapon refiners is not bad either."

But in reality, alchemists are even more skilled. Lin Changheng can now refine ten high-grade pills in one batch, and one of them is a masterpiece.

The total value can reach 210 low-grade spirit stones.

It only takes five or six days.

Among those of similar skill level, he is among the best.

……

Lin Changheng and Mr. Leng Tie signed a contract. After watching Mr. Leng Tie leave a mark of his magical power, Lin Changheng paid a deposit of two hundred low-grade spirit stones.

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, he took the contract and left.

After seeing Lin Changheng off, the boy returned and asked Mr. Leng Tie with a puzzled look, "Grandpa, didn't you stop refining high-grade magic weapons a long time ago?"

"Hehe, that's true, but this is [Thunderous Fiend], your grandpa really can't refuse..."

"Moreover, the strongest member of the Xu family is only at the early stage of Foundation Establishment. Even if he came at their behest, how many spirit stones would he have? He wouldn't have enough time to refine a suitable spiritual weapon, let alone come to refine a disposable spiritual weapon. If he refuses, he will most likely miss the opportunity to refine this treasure. Wouldn't that be a pity?"

"Besides, even a powerful dragon can't suppress a local snake. Giving the owner of this neighborhood face and establishing a good relationship will make it easier for us to stay here for a while, won't it?"

Mr. Leng Tie chuckled and solemnly lectured his grandson.

"I got it, Grandpa."

"Well, children can be taught."

At this moment, Mr. Leng Tie no longer possessed the appearance of a white-haired, youthful-looking man, nor the air of a sage; he was instead a worldly man skilled in human relationships and worldly affairs.

……

A month later.

Lin Changheng visited again on time and received a jade box.

Inside were three purple beads, shaped like chicken eggs.

Its power was not apparent, nor were there any traces of lightning or electric light; everything was suppressed within, maintaining a certain balance.

Lin Changheng could vaguely sense the volcano waiting to erupt hidden beneath the calm sea surface.

The method of use is also extremely simple.

As long as magical power is infused into it when it is used, the internal balance will be broken, and when it is thrown out, it will explode with a bang.

Thunderous Fiends Rage!

As for its power, Mr. Leng Tie chuckled and said: This bead was extremely well made. If one were to fall, even a cultivator in the early stages of Foundation Establishment would be unable to dodge in time and would be covered in dust.

If you get hit by two bullets, you'll definitely be seriously injured.

All three arrived at once... and they were all doomed!
Looking at Mr. Leng Tie's slightly arrogant face, Lin Changheng did not refute him.

He didn't doubt the power of this object, but were all Foundation Establishment cultivators stupid? Just standing there letting you throw some unknown thing at them?
(End of this chapter)