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

Chapter 175 Tenfold Origin, Astounding Effects

Indeed, this is true. How could the claim that the Foundation Building Pill is a strategic resource and a resource under control be false?

Chef Zeng looked slightly embarrassed. "Even within the clan, no one has ever collected all the main ingredients for this pill."

"I'll have to ask Brother Lin for help with crowdfunding..."

His implication was that he wanted to rely on Lin Changheng's unique connections as an alchemist.

After all, Lin Changheng has refined Foundation Establishment Pills, so some eager cultivators might register here.

Of course, this approach carries certain risks. If information about possessing the Foundation Establishment Medicine is leaked, it could easily attract unwanted attention.

Even though Lin Changheng's image of "noble character" was widely spread and deeply ingrained in people's hearts thanks to the deliberate promotion of the Cheng family of [Bai Cao Pu], he would not have done this unless his time was running out and his needs were urgent.

When it comes to interests, everything must be questioned in the cultivation world.

"What kinds of main medicinal materials have you collected?"

Lin Changheng did not reply immediately, but asked after a moment's thought.

"We have collected two types: [Seven-Star Spirit Moon Grass] and [Heavenly Crystal Lotus Root]. [Nine-Leaf Purple Elixir] is still missing. In addition, all the auxiliary medicines have been collected, so there is no need for the other party to collect them."

Chef Zeng answered directly and fluently.

Upon hearing this, Lin Changheng's thoughts stirred slightly. Was he lacking the [Nine-Leaf Purple Elixir]?
I happen to have some on hand, but it's not quite ready yet; it might take four or five years for it to mature enough for medicinal use...

So he asked, "Is this pill needed urgently?"

Chef Zeng nodded and suggested a timeframe: "It's a bit rushed; it would be best to finish it within two or three years."

"Alright, I understand. I will give it my all, but I can't guarantee that a cultivator might happen to have this medicine."

Lin Changheng nodded, expressing his opinion, but he didn't say anything definitive.

"We are aware of that. Whether we encounter them or not depends entirely on luck, but the clan will also search with all its might."

Chef Zeng smiled knowingly and immediately agreed.

After discussing the matter, Chef Zeng did not leave immediately, but sat for a while longer, chatting casually to strengthen their bond.

After a while, Chef Zeng suddenly remembered something and asked, "Last time, Brother Lin told the cultivator who delivered blood at the Spirit Wine Shop that he no longer needed the essence blood of the Azure Wave Spirit Turtle?"

"good."

Lin Changheng immediately confirmed, and then added with a smile, expressing his gratitude: "Thank you for your help, Brother Zeng. I have benefited greatly from your research on the alchemy of demon blood. Now that my research is complete, I no longer need it."

"It's nothing. We already had a good relationship, and now we're even related by blood and family. Why would I need to express my gratitude?"

Chef Zeng's words were impeccable, taking into account both the personal relationship between the two and the kinship within the broader framework, which was very comforting to hear.

Lin Changheng outwardly appeared extremely pleased, but inwardly he was waiting for such a remark.

Then his face suddenly showed a troubled expression, and he seemed embarrassed and hesitant to speak. He opened his mouth, then sighed.

"Brother Lin, is there anything you want to say? There's no need for that. Just tell me what you need to say!"

"I will certainly not refuse to do what I can."

Chef Zeng's eyes flickered slightly. How could he not understand? However, he had just asked for a favor from someone, so he couldn't very well turn a blind eye. Otherwise, it would be bad if Lin Changheng didn't put in the effort.

That's a matter of utmost importance for the clan! It can't be delayed.

He then waved his hand dismissively, striking a bold and generous pose.

In fact, both of them knew perfectly well that:
Lin Changheng joined the Huang family halfway through his life and never even set foot in the Huang family's territory. How could he possibly have any feelings or sense of righteousness?
Talking about a sense of belonging is pure nonsense!

It's just a combination of interests, where each party gets what they need.

From a business perspective, Lin Changheng's promise to grant the Huang family priority in alchemy did not include the right to find alternative medicines, but he still agreed, which was to give the Huang family face.

Similarly, the Huang family should give back, at the very least by showing their attitude.

Otherwise, next time they'll just follow the rules directly, and then they can't blame anyone else.

Even with Mo Zhaoli, with whom he had a very close relationship, Lin Changheng would try his best to maintain a balance in terms of interests.

In the world of cultivation, no one is truly separated from anyone else. Even Xu Fugui's descendants now have very few by his side.

Of course, these are all unspoken rules governing interpersonal relationships, and they are not discussed openly.

On the surface, Lin Changheng maintained his composure: "Thank you for your kindness, Brother Zeng. I do have a request that I would like to trouble you with."

"Brother Lin, please speak freely."

Chef Zeng's smile was extremely sincere and open-minded.

"Although I've used up the essence blood of the Azure Wave Spirit Turtle, I still need the essence blood of other turbid evil, profound spirit, or even higher-level demonic beasts. I just wonder if Brother Zeng could collect some for me?"

Lin Changheng directly revealed his true intentions, stating his demands and adding, "As for the cost, I, Lin, can cover it at market price and will absolutely not let Brother Zeng suffer any loss."

"Oh?"

Chef Zeng was initially on high alert, expecting Lin Changheng to make exorbitant demands after all, since Lin had effectively controlled his family's needs. However…

That's it?

Her face immediately lit up like a blooming chrysanthemum, and when she saw Lin Changheng drinking tea with his head down, her gaze shifted away, and she quickly became solemn again, a fleeting moment, like a flash in the pan.

After feigning deep thought for a moment, Chef Zeng gritted his teeth and said with a troubled expression, "Brother Lin's matter is my matter, and it is also the Huang family's matter! No matter how difficult or challenging it may be, since Brother Lin has asked, I will certainly do my best to get it done for you!"

Unbeknownst to him, Lin Changheng had already broken through to the Foundation Establishment stage. Although he was sipping tea with his head down, his divine sense permeated the air, observing every subtle change in the man's expression. He found it amusing but showed no sign of it.

"Thank you very much. I will do my best."

The two stood up, patted each other on the shoulder, and looked like they had a deep affection for each other. Even outsiders would be moved and praise their relationship.

……

After seeing Chef Zeng off, Lin Changheng felt quite pleased.

I'm not afraid of them having a lot of demand for alchemy, I'm only afraid that they won't have any demand!
As long as the demand exists, Lin Changheng can regard the Huang family as a stable channel for obtaining the essence blood of demonic beasts.

If it were another family, they might be suspected of making things difficult for them.

However, it was perfectly suited for the Huang family, who were vigorously developing their culinary skills; it was a perfect use of their resources.

With these thoughts in mind, Lin Changheng entered the alchemy room as usual to start refining pills.

With the assistance of two second-tier low-grade alchemy inheritances, his skills have now advanced further.

One batch of ten pills can be used to refine one high-quality, second-tier low-grade pill.

This is a huge step forward.

Many second-tier alchemists were blocked at this step and could not move forward.

In fact, "refining a high-quality pill" can be considered the ticket to advancing to the second-tier mid-grade pill-making realm, making a breakthrough in skill possible.

The firelight in the furnace reflected on Lin Changheng's face. His alchemy techniques were relaxed, composed, precise, and rapid, with movements as fluid as flowing water, possessing an inherent beauty. Even those with others present found it quite delightful to watch him refine pills.

After completing one stage of refining, Lin Changheng went directly to the side of the alchemy room and, taking advantage of the longer break, began to cultivate cross-legged.

Here, a special [Spirit Isolation Array] has been set up so that cultivating inside will not affect the furnace fire or the formation of pills.

At the same time, his divine sense spread out, constantly monitoring the furnace fire; he was actually multitasking!
This is the powerful effect of the [Original Treasure Seed - Tenfold]!

……

a year ago.

On another late night, Lin Changheng's essence blood was once again extracted by the Yuan Ding.

Within the Yuan Cauldron, the golden seed in the center reached its perfect state.

【Primal Treasure Seed - Ninefold】 【Spirit Stealing: 100/100】

……

[With essence and blood fully absorbed, the soul-seizing technique is complete!]

【Original Treasure Seed - Tenfold】

……

[Can be further refined into the human race's innate talent: Distraction]

[Currently refined to: Heavenly Gift of Purity and Desire Control (Level 4); Heavenly Gift of Enlightenment and Source Insight (Level 5)]

"Distracted? Multitasking?"

Lin Changheng was immediately taken aback.

He immediately thought of the "Ambidextrous Fighting Technique" from martial arts novels!
Martial arts masters with a pure heart who learn this technique can use both hands, or even different martial arts techniques, to form a combined attack or a split attack, instantly doubling their strength.

But the cultivation world is different; drawing a square with the left hand and a circle with the right is just the basics.

It's not too difficult to multitask.

For example, a cultivator in the mid-stage of Qi Refining can control two low-grade magic weapons at the same time, attacking simultaneously or using one to attack and the other to defend; this is quite common.

Therefore, Lin Changheng had doubts: if it's just like this, it seems that its strength doesn't match the effects of other treasures.

Moreover, this is the last precious seed of the [Heavenly Gift of Pure Heart], so it shouldn't be treated this way.

"Could there be some other subtlety in this?"

[Already refined to: Heavenly Gift of Pure Heart - Distraction]

Lin Changheng immediately tried it out.

At first, her eyes were filled with doubt, but they slowly brightened, growing brighter and brighter until they were finally filled with overwhelming surprise.

"I see!"

It turns out that this ability to be distracted has a much wider range of applications, and can even be used to do completely different things!
If the examples mentioned above all fall under the category of magical combat and the differences are not significant, ordinary cultivators can also engage in both simultaneously without conflict.

But what if it were "controlling the flag and setting up the formation with the left hand, and wielding the sword to slay the enemy with the right hand"?

Or perhaps it is "while drawing talismans, one is still comprehending the cultivation method"?

Or perhaps it was a case of "studying formations while refining elixirs and controlling fire"?

Such a vast difference, even a world of difference, in multitasking is something that most cultivators cannot achieve.

Now, Lin Changheng can do it and achieve it without affecting each other!

……

After experiencing the profound mysteries of the "Heaven-Given Pure Heart and Divided Mind" technique, Lin Changheng was extremely excited and tried to cultivate the technique while refining pills. However, he found it to be impossible and too dangerous, so he immediately abandoned the idea.

Because casting the pill-making incantation requires circulating and outputting magical power; and cultivation also requires moving spiritual energy and inputting magical power.

The two streams of magical power each have their own pathways, but the human body's meridians and energy channels are limited...

When attempting something, a near-collision can easily tear apart one's meridians and sever one's own path.

From this, a pattern can be derived:
It's possible to use your mind for two things at the same time;

You can also think and practice at the same time;
However, it is not advisable to involve magical powers and do completely different things at the same time!
This is the principle, ingrained in his heart and mind, and Lin Changheng is determined not to violate it.

Therefore, Lin Changheng can make good use of most of the time that was wasted.

For example, it often takes him seven days to refine a second-grade low-level pill, and there is no one to watch the fire or tend the furnace for him, so he cannot leave.

That would be a huge waste of time.

Now, Lin Changheng can make the most of every spare moment. When refining pills and incorporating the pill formula, he can ponder the cultivation methods, formations, and even other aspects of the Dao of Alchemy.

While waiting for the furnace to be refined, one can concentrate on cultivation and keep an eye on the furnace at the same time.

Before the appearance of this [Heaven-Given Pure Heart, Distraction], Lin Changheng often pondered another question:
He definitely needs an alchemist to help him, or perhaps he could take on a disciple.

But he had too many secrets to reveal, so he was constantly torn.

Now that we have the benefits of this precious seed, the problem is easily solved, and we have given up on this idea.

……

At this moment, a strange yet harmonious scene appeared in the alchemy room.

The furnace here burned spontaneously, refining elixirs unattended; to the side, a person sat cross-legged, engrossed in cultivation, refining spiritual energy...

Even more surprisingly, a burst of intense heat emanated from that person, causing the temperature to rise rapidly and even slightly distorting the air.

It seems to be competing with the alchemy furnace in terms of heat...

It is worth mentioning that in the following year, the [Original Treasure Seed] continued to absorb essence blood, but the rate of absorption slowed down, as if it was about to transform.

【Original Treasure Seed - Tenfold】

[Spirit Stealing: 12/100]

[Biochemical Life: 0/10]

……

three days later.

Deng Changsheng, dressed in a golden robe, received a message from Lin Changheng and came to his door.

Upon meeting, he smiled and remarked, "Master Lin, your residence by the outer lake is indeed very nice, but it's a bit too far from the inner city."

Lin Changheng smiled, half-encouragingly saying, "So if you break through to the Foundation Establishment stage soon, this distance will be nothing more than a matter of moments, won't it?"

"That's true." Deng Changsheng scratched his head, then sighed, "How easy is it for a rogue cultivator without a background to reach Foundation Establishment?"

"I appreciate your work. If you continue like this, and if you ever have the chance to obtain a Foundation Establishment Pill ingredient, just bring it to me. I can promise to refine a Foundation Establishment Pill for you for free."

Lin Changheng suddenly threw out a big pie in the sky.

"Really?" Deng Changsheng asked in surprise, then realized he had been disrespectful and immediately changed his words, bowing respectfully, "Then thank you very much, Master Lin."

"It doesn't matter."

Lin Changheng didn't mind and gestured for Deng Changsheng to sit down.

"I wonder if Master Lin has summoned me here today because there is something he needs my service?"

Deng Changsheng was still in a state of excitement and couldn't completely control himself. After all, the cost of refining Foundation Establishment Pills was enough to bankrupt a rogue cultivator.

"Haha, this is your old profession."

Deng Changsheng immediately had a guess, but still listened respectfully.

"Well, I plan to refine the Foundation Establishment Pill again this time. Please spread the word for me that we are still short of one person and one pill for the crowdfunding. Anyone interested can come and visit."

Lin Changheng said calmly.

"Yes, sir." Deng Changsheng immediately stood up, his attitude full of enthusiasm. "I'll take care of it as soon as I get back, and I certainly won't let you down."

Looking at Deng Changsheng, who acted like a subordinate, Lin Changheng neither rejected nor denied him, but simply sighed.

Resources are captivating, and Foundation Establishment Pills are even more so; the bustling crowds of independent cultivators across the land are all drawn by this.

"Sit down, I have something to ask you."

(End of this chapter)