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

Chapter 184 Treasure Seed Talisman Plate, Third-Tier Treasure Medicine

In the secret room.

Looking at the pile of blood essence in front of him, Lin Changheng's thoughts flickered.

In the past two years, the Huang family of Lingqiong Mountain has also sent a large amount of essence blood.

The gift is the essence blood of the [Poisonous Fire Bull].

The packages were delivered in two batches, totaling more than 280.

Clearly, without the support of existing inventory, the rate at which this kind of monster blood essence is supplied has also slowed down.

However, Lin Changheng was not in a hurry. He had already prepared for a protracted battle and would proceed slowly and methodically.

Lin Changheng naturally also seized its spirit.

With the previous accumulation of more than half, two more precious seeds were directly generated.

[Spirit Stealing: 100/100]

【Poisonous Fire Bull Treasure Seed - Triple】

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[Spirit Stealing: 100/100]

[Poisonous Fire Bull Treasure Seed - Fourth Level]

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Two deep red precious seeds solidified one after another within the Yuan Cauldron, and Lin Changheng plucked them one after another, letting them fall into his body.

[Can continue refining the demon race's innate talent: fire and poison]

Lin Changheng naturally chose to refine it!

[Already mastered: Fire Poison Technique - Clarity]

[Already mastered: Fire Poison Technique - Ascension]

The first time was alright; Lin Changheng noticed that the wisp of fire poison within his body was growing stronger.

There were no other particularly unusual changes.

But the second time, Lin Changheng's eyes brightened noticeably.

He could clearly sense that the wisp of fire poison within his body had not only intensified again, but had also undergone a fundamental change.

Lin Changheng tested himself, suppressing his physical instincts, and immediately pain, burning, and numbness assaulted his mind at the same time.

A moment later, the [Poison-Dispelling Demon Technique] and [Fire-Repelling Demon Technique] were used simultaneously to sweep it away.

"This change is exactly as expected. If it can be injected into the bodies of other early Foundation Establishment cultivators, they will probably find it troublesome as well."

Lin Changheng drew a conclusion.

Moreover, the larger the amount implanted, the more difficult it is to remove. If one is affected during combat, it may even seep into the meridians, affecting immediate combat power.

This is extremely dangerous; it is no exaggeration to say that one wrong move could result in a fatal head injury.

This also means that Lin Changheng's mastery of this wisp of fire poison energy has reached the second level.

[Effect: Possesses a first-tier superior fire poison, and the body undergoes continuous toxin adaptation and transformation.]

[Effect: Possesses second-tier low-grade fire poison, body enhanced and modified for poison adaptation]

"As expected, it's a second-tier low-grade product."

Once the Huang family sends another four hundred portions of essence blood, he can directly transform into a being, because he still possesses more than one hundred and twenty portions of fire-type essence blood from the [Crimson-Eyed Fire Demon], which belongs to the [Mysterious Spirit] level.

Moreover, the remaining three [Turbid Essence Blood] seed slots, if they happen to be of the fire element, can all be transformed in one step as long as the essence blood is collected.

There's no need to wait for the superior Xuanling essence blood anymore.

Then Lin Changheng cast a Spirit Observation Technique on his body and discovered that his fire-type spiritual root had increased by two strands.

It reached forty-three strands!
It's only eight strands away from the minimum requirement of a top-grade spiritual root, which is fifty-one strands away.

……

This gradual improvement feels great, and the benefits of having a wide circle of friends are also becoming increasingly apparent.

He now has three stable channels for obtaining the essence of demonic beasts.

One is the Huang family of Lingqiong Mountain.

Secondly, it was Mo Zhaoli's channel within the [Ziji Sect].

The third is the Xu family of the Blackwater River.

There is also a fourth method, which is to befriend individual cultivators and purchase items through shops, but the effect is generally poor and unstable, though better than nothing.

But that's still not enough; the Fan family of Luofenglin will be the next target for investigation.

Then, Lin Changheng came to his senses and, seeing the [Jade Horned Serpent] essence blood he had obtained, naturally absorbed it all.

Just like before, it was a direct attack on the second level of the spirit.

It has reached the [Jade Horned Serpent Treasure Seed - Triple].

From the first level of [Gathering Breath Different Method - Insight], directly leap to [Gathering Breath Different Method - Enlightenment].

Previously, Lin Changheng was able to suppress his magical power fluctuations, conceal his cultivation level, and even hide his aura, appearing as if no one was around.

Now, it has gained an even more powerful effect: it can block divine sense from prying into one's mind.

It is imperceptible in the early stages of foundation building.

Last time, when Lin Changheng followed and killed "Senior Brother Feng," he used the distance advantage of his divine sense to prevent the other party from noticing him.

Now that we have this method, even if he enters within a hundred feet, "Senior Brother Feng's" divine sense will not be able to detect him.

Nothingness, nothingness!

Lin Changheng also noticed something: although both are [Turbid Fiend Essence Blood], the third effect of [Jade Horned Serpent Treasure Seed] is significantly better than that of [Poisonous Fire Wild Bull Treasure Seed].

This also shows that among bloodlines of the same level, different types of demonic beasts vary greatly, and their potential is also different.

His wood spirit root had now reached twenty-two strands of spiritual essence!

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As for the items that Tantai Feiyue entrusted Xu Xujun to bring.

Lin Changheng opened it and saw a stack of second-tier low-grade talismans, as well as a round object with a diameter of one and a half feet that exuded a remarkable aura.

It is somewhat similar to a formation plate, but not exactly the same.

It is clearly visible that there are eight locations on it, each inlaid with a second-tier low-grade talisman.

Lin Changheng recognized these as second-tier, low-grade defensive talismans. He also had several in his storage bag, which he had obtained from "Senior Brother Feng."

Moreover, the interconnectedness of these elements gave Lin Changheng the feeling of a formation.

Lin Changheng, a mid-grade first-tier array master, can confirm this.

It is worth mentioning that Lin Changheng has never stopped studying the art of taijutsu over the years.

However, progress is slow, and he is still unable to refine high-quality first-tier mid-grade array flags and array plates. Despite having the comprehension boost of five-fold primordial treasure seeds, his progress is far less than that of a second-tier alchemy practitioner.

He had no choice but to admit, with a sense of dejection, that his talent for array formations was truly terrible.

The art of formations truly lives up to its reputation as one of the most demanding arts in the cultivation world, requiring exceptional talent, comprehension, and mentorship.

Fortunately, his comprehension is outstanding, which allows him to make difficult progress in the array path... Even if it's slow, he's still moving forward, and he won't be completely stuck.

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Beside the disc-shaped object was a jade slip containing some private words from Tantai Feiyue, an introduction to the object, and the process of its creation.

"A talisman disc? A product that combines the arts of talismans and the arts of arrays?"

Lin Changheng put down the jade slip, his eyes darting around, lost in thought.

Lin Changheng was highly receptive to this, given that various interdisciplinary subjects and research fields existed in universities in his previous life.

For example, we can introduce tools, methods, theories, and ideas from other disciplines and fields to study, solve, and explain new and old problems in our field.

The same applies to the world of cultivation.

The Dao of Talismans and the Dao of Arrays have long been innovatively combined by cultivators. They make special modifications to certain talismans and then refine them on array plates in the form of arrays, which can unleash power that exceeds the sum of simple talismans.

Lin Changheng had an idea and, following the method given by Tantai Feiyue, gave a little guidance.

"Buzz!"

The talisman disc trembled slightly, and a hazy light shone upon it. Then, eight second-tier talismans shot out and swirled in mid-air, their auras intertwined, forming a small defensive array.

A faint light curtain formed, enveloping Lin Changheng.

As long as he activates it with all his might, all the talismans can be activated through the array, and their power can reach the middle grade of the second rank. It will not be a problem to block the attack of a mid-Foundation Establishment cultivator for a short period of time.

It lasts longer and provides thicker protection than a mid-grade second-tier defensive talisman. It is comparable to, and even slightly surpasses, a high-quality mid-grade second-tier defensive talisman.

"Not bad!"

Lin Changheng's eyes lit up with surprise.

His second-tier mid-grade defensive methods consisted of nothing more than his mid-second-tier body and a few demonic and otherworldly techniques.

Second-tier low-grade talismans are no match for those in the mid-Foundation Establishment stage.

Now that he has this talisman, Lin Changheng's defensive capabilities have increased again, and he is confident in his ability to contend with mid-Foundation Establishment cultivators.

This greatly increased his sense of security.

Tantai Feiyue, as expected of his bedmate, was very clear about his steady character and temperament, which was indeed a "surprise".

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Moreover, according to Tantai Feiyue, this talisman method was included in the [Second-Tier Low-Grade Talisman Dao Inheritance] that the Xu family had found for her.

It was an unexpected surprise.

However, her newly acquired skill in array formation was limited, making it impossible for her to refine an enhanced version.

This talisman is only a preliminary product.

It can only refine talisman plates that can hold eight talismans. Theoretically, for every four more talismans, the power can be increased by 10% to 20%.

However, with each additional four cards, the requirements for the Dao of Combat and the Dao of Talismans also increase.

Her talismanic skills could support the crafting of twelve talisman plates, but her understanding of array formations was insufficient, which caused her to get stuck.

She also asked her brother Lin to help her find out if there were any more methods for refining talismans in the Immortal City, as she currently only has one method related to defense.

……

The next day.

Lin Changheng took Yan Mingyi to the inner city again.

This time, Lin Changheng's procurement process took quite a long time.

After visiting many herbal medicine shops, they finally managed to buy all the necessary herbs for Xu Hanji to refine the [Mysterious Origin Restoration Pill].

At the same time, I also acquired the spirit wood and spirit liquid needed for the fifth level of body tempering in "Evergreen Body".

Because the previous body-refining materials had almost lost their effectiveness, Lin Changheng unusually refrained from body-refining last night and instead slept in early.

Once one's cultivation reaches the Foundation Establishment stage, one can mostly recover energy and eliminate fatigue through meditation rather than sleep.

But Lin Changheng would choose to sleep soundly for two or three days every month.

……

I also looked into the method for refining the talisman plate that Tantai Feiyue needed, but there was no such method for sale.

Lin Changheng went straight back to the Lingjiu Restaurant where he had arranged to meet Yan Mingyi.

The woman has not arrived yet.

This was a day off that Lin Changheng deliberately gave this woman, so that she could have a good time to look around.

While sipping his wine, Lin Changheng used his divine sense to eavesdrop.

See if you see anything unusual.

As it turned out, I didn't hear any informative news.

Among them are the extraordinary stories of this Lin Dan master.

It is said that from the moment Lin Danshi was born, his little fists were clenched tightly, as if he were holding onto something.

His father was very curious and tried to break it open but failed. After a full month, he smelled the smoke from the alchemy furnace and opened his palm on his own. Inside was a pill that had been partially dissolved.

Everyone was puzzled, but when her mother arrived after hearing the news, she recognized it at a glance and was shocked. It was the pill she had taken during her pregnancy, which had been ineffective. The reason was this...

Lin Changheng's eyelids twitched immediately. This was a deliberate fabrication of childhood anecdotes to fit his current achievements in alchemy.

Just like the births of founding emperors in ancient times, which were accompanied by various mysterious and extraordinary phenomena.

Lin Changheng never expected that such a thing would happen to him.

Seeing that the cultivator next to him was listening with great interest and even actively participating in the discussion, Lin Changheng was speechless.

"Brother Lin."

Just then, Yan Mingyi appeared with a smile.

"Let's go."

Lin Changheng led the woman away, but suddenly stopped and smiled at the female cultivator, "This spirit wine is quite good, Mingyi, you should try some too."

"what?"

"it is good."

Yan Mingyi nearly bumped into Lin Changheng's back as he suddenly stopped. She was even more confused by what he said, but she still obediently sat down, her beautiful eyes constantly scrutinizing Lin Changheng.

Lin Changheng didn't say anything, just drank his wine and then quietly let his consciousness dissipate.

Just now, a group of monks at a table some distance away were talking about something, and one of the words in it caught his attention.

That is the "core of the immortal city".

In fact, Lin Changheng had been in this [Floating Life Immortal City] for almost twenty years, but had never had any dealings with the so-called "core of the immortal city".

The auction that previously invited him and the Pill Hall that recruited him, although both were under the jurisdiction of the Immortal City, were only subordinate forces and did not touch the core.

Lin Changheng had only heard some basic information and did not make any special inquiries to avoid attracting attention.

This immortal city was established by a rogue cultivator in the late stage of Core Formation named "Qinglan Sanren".

He possesses divine and extremely powerful Taoist magic, as well as a fourth-tier skill and a third-tier spirit beast, the Azure Dragon.

Meanwhile, several Core Formation and Pseudo-Core Formation cultivators who were invited to the Immortal City also settled there.

It is unclear whether the relationship is one of subordination or cooperation.

That's all.

Just now, those cultivators mentioned a disciple of Qinglan Sanren named Wu Huayuan.

Ranked third.

His cultivation level had reached the late stage of Foundation Establishment.

Rumors spread that Qinglan Sanren had obtained a third-tier precious herb from the wilderness.

And it was bestowed upon Wu Huayuan.

It is said that this medicine is one of the main ingredients of the "Return to Truth Pill," which can increase the chances of forming a Golden Core.

And a conjecture was drawn: Wu Huayuan may be about to attempt to break through to the Core Formation stage!

If successful, the addition of another Core Formation cultivator will greatly enhance the overall strength of the Immortal City, making it as stable as a rock.

"Unfortunately, a second-tier, low-grade alchemy skill isn't enough to catch the eye of the core level of the Immortal City. Only by establishing connections can one have a chance of obtaining the root of this medicine. What a pity..."

"Aren't there any cultivators in the core layer of the Immortal City who are exactly at the ninth level of Qi Refining and need high-quality Foundation Establishment Pills?"

After listening to the gist of the story, Lin Changheng saw that there was no need to listen any further, so he simply took Yan Mingyi and left.

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the following few days.

Lin Changheng opened the furnace and refined the [Mysterious Origin Restoration Pill]. After summoning Xu Xujun, he delivered it to him and settled the matter with the spirit stones.

"Thank you."

Xu Xujun, clutching the medicine bottle, exchanged a few pleasantries with Lin Changheng before taking his leave.

Xu Hanji's injuries were severe, and he was only being kept alive by Xu Qianyan's incurable methods. Every day he stayed on the road increased the danger.

"Walk slowly."

Lin Changheng saw the guest to the door.

Just as I turned around, there was another knock on the door.

"Haha, Master Lin! I never expected that Master Lin would personally open the door. What an honor..."

A laughing voice rang out, and a chubby cultivator with a round face appeared in front of Lin Changheng.

It was none other than his neighbor, Lü Tong, who had taken him to Guo Qishi's shop to ask for a weapon last time.

Behind him followed a bearded man.

(End of this chapter)