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

Chapter 192 becomes the focus; Xuanling is obtained.

After the two newly promoted Foundation Establishment cultivators of the Huang family had met with everyone, the banquet began.

At the same time, there were also specially invited fairy maidens who were proficient in music and dance to perform.

It's truly a feast for the eyes.

It was Lin Changheng's first time watching it, and he enjoyed it immensely.

Seventy-four years have passed since he was born, and he has never set foot in a place like a brothel or a place of entertainment.

Moreover, he learned from Deng Changsheng that the fairy maidens in the cultivation world are not only of better quality in terms of appearance and other aspects than those in the mortal world, but more importantly, they are incredibly diverse and unimaginable, making them a place where one can truly forget about home.

Deng Changsheng's friend, who had a background as a fake alchemist, also became hopelessly mired in it.

This demonstrates the power and charm of these fairy maidens.

Yan Mingyi had never seen it before and felt dazzled. She tugged at Lin Changheng's sleeve and whispered praises.

"Forehead……"

Seeing that his concubine was even more excited than he was, Lin Changheng couldn't help but touch his nose, unsure of what to say.

……

Meanwhile, some monks who had dealt with Chef Zeng realized a problem:
Chef Zeng broke through to the Foundation Establishment stage at around seventy years old.

They couldn't help but gasp in astonishment.

Most of the cultivators present were sharp-eyed and quick-witted, and they caught a few words or phrases. They immediately asked questions out of curiosity, and after receiving a definite answer, the news spread like wildfire, quickly becoming a hot topic at the entire banquet.

It is important to know that the saying "it is difficult to establish a foundation at the age of sixty" is a recognized summary of experience in the cultivation world. It does not mean that it is impossible to change or break through, but that it is extremely rare.

There has been no such example in the Song Dynasty for at least the last five hundred years.

The word "advanced age" has blocked the path and dreams of countless cultivators, but it had no effect on Chef Zeng.

Immediately, pairs of eyes turned to Chef Zeng, who was offering a toast, their gazes filled with inquiry and curiosity.

In an instant, the other newly promoted Foundation Establishment cultivator paled in comparison and was overshadowed.

After all, there wasn't a single point of light on its body that attracted enough attention.

Lin Changheng naturally heard it too, and knew that Chef Zeng would become famous and a hot topic in the area starting tonight.

Even as these observing cultivators return, their names may spread throughout the three major sects and Taoist schools—the Purple Extreme Sect, the Azure Cloud Temple, and the Azure Cloud Gate—as well as places like the Floating Life Immortal City.

Whether this is a good thing or a bad thing is hard to say.

But for the Huang family, who are deeply associated with Chef Zeng, this is a great opportunity to gain fame, as their businesses may be boosted by a surge in customers drawn by his reputation.

However, looking at Chef Zeng's slightly upturned lips, Lin Changheng knew that he must still be happy.

Just then, two newly promoted Foundation Establishment cultivators came over to offer a toast.

Lin Changheng stood up with his cup in hand, and said with a smile, "Brother Zeng, I'm afraid your name will be widely known throughout the Song Dynasty from now on."

"Brother Lin, please don't flatter me. You know I have no intention of standing up for myself."

Chef Zeng sighed.

"Others may not know, but we've known each other for many years. How could I not know you?"

Lin Changheng chuckled and went along with the conversation, without exposing him.

At this moment, another newly promoted Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Huang family, named Huang Qingshan, who looked to be in his early thirties, also toasted Lin Changheng with a big smile: "Master Lin, my [Premium Foundation Establishment Pill] was made by you. Its medicinal power is truly strong and it was an important factor in my successful Foundation Establishment."

"I would like to offer you this toast as a token of my gratitude."

"Why bother? Foundation Establishment is the best result of the combination of your cultivation, strength, and state of mind. What I refined was just an external object that played a role in promoting it. It's nothing to mention."

Lin Changheng downed his drink in one gulp and laughed.

……

While you're having a good time talking here, someone else is overhearing you from behind the walls.

Lin Changheng's identity was quickly discovered, and all the Foundation Establishment cultivators who frequented the Floating Life Immortal City looked up at him.

Some quick-witted people had already taken their wine glasses and gone to offer toasts and become familiar with each other.

Lin Changheng never expected that just a few words of conversation would expose his identity, just like Chef Zeng.

The story spread like wildfire, from one person to ten, from ten to a hundred, and so it happened again.

If the curiosity surrounding Chef Zeng's advanced age and his attainment of immortality were merely a matter of curiosity and satisfying a desire for novelty...

But nowadays, Master Lin Dan... is truly seeking profit and needs favors from others.

Not for myself, but for my family.

One by one, the Foundation Establishment cultivators raised their wine cups, eagerly awaiting the departure of one of them. They then hurriedly stepped forward to toast Lin Changheng.

The situation was even worse than before.

So much so that the protagonist of this banquet changed from two male leads to a single male lead, and finally a random passerby became the male lead.

There's an extremely strong sense of absurdity about it.

Many cultivators who rarely visited the Floating Life Immortal City were stunned by this sudden scene, and then asked in bewilderment, "Just who is this Alchemist Lin? Why are these Foundation Establishment cultivators rushing to offer him a toast?"

"Moreover, he adopted an extremely humble posture, making him seem like a junior to anyone who didn't know him! But this Alchemist Lin is clearly only at the peak of Qi Refining..."

Similar expressions of confusion came from different mouths.

"Fellow Daoist, you are unaware of this. Alchemist Lin's alchemy has reached the second level. Of course, that's not the point. The point is that he can refine three Foundation Establishment Pills in one batch, and all of them will succeed. Moreover, only a few years have passed... He can now refine high-quality Foundation Establishment Pills without compromising the quality of the other two pills, ensuring they are all genuine!"

"Another Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Huang family is said to have successfully established his foundation by consuming a high-quality Foundation Establishment Pill made by him."

Upon hearing this, someone who had returned from toasting immediately offered an explanation.

"What? Premium Foundation Establishment Pills? Three-tenths of the pills from one batch?"

Upon hearing this, the cultivators were all dumbfounded, or their hearts surged with emotion and they gasped in astonishment.

Even he couldn't resist going to offer a toast.

Making acquaintances with such alchemists is entirely beneficial!

He even decided to visit the Immortal City privately when the time came.

Then Lin Changheng realized that he didn't have enough spirit wine, and it was all gone after being toasted in turn.

Meanwhile, many cultivators who were still sitting in their seats were looking at them with friendly eyes, eager to get up.

"Ha ha……"

Huang Jiuyuan, who was watching this scene from the high platform, stroked his beard and smiled, pleased with the outcome.

After all, no matter how famous Lin Danshi is, half of his fame will ultimately benefit his family, and it will be of no benefit to the family's development.

This also proves how right he was to make that decision against all odds!
With a wave of his hand, another Huang family cultivator went to fetch a lot of spirit wine, which was then placed on Lin Changheng's table one by one.

It wasn't until very late that everyone, still reluctant to leave, dispersed.

Lin Changheng was quite drunk after drinking so much spiritual wine, but the [Crimson Sky Profound Flame] within his body evaporated away with a single turn.

He regained consciousness and was escorted to the courtyard by Chef Zeng before they parted ways.

……

the next day.

The formal foundation-building ceremony began, a complex and grand affair, a stark contrast to yesterday's unrestrained and spontaneous behavior.

It reflects the appearance and strength of a cultivation family.

Lin Changheng was also greatly impressed.

It lasted until noon before it ended.

In the afternoon, Lin Changheng was meditating and cultivating.

"Boom boom boom!"

Is Master Lin Dan here?

It turned out that Huang Linglin had brought five or six young female cultivators to visit.

When Yan Mingyi opened the door and saw this group of beautifully dressed, married female cultivators, she couldn't help but mutter to herself, but on the surface, she still smiled and stepped aside to invite them in.

"Master Lin, these are all my friends, from several close families that have close ties with our clan. They came to witness the ceremony, and seeing that I had good results with the [Youth Enhancement Pill], they clamored to come as well."

"It just so happens that Master Lin said he had some free time, so I brought it along."

Huang Linglin spoke in a melodious voice, explaining the situation with a smile.

Then, the woman's voice transmission quietly reached Lin Changheng's ears, briefly pointing out one thing.

Indeed, these female cultivators are all important female relatives of nearby Foundation Establishment families. They are either the eldest daughters of the family heads, the granddaughters of the patriarchs, or the Daoist partners of Foundation Establishment cultivators.

With such a high status, it is possible to establish a "cooperative" relationship.

Lin Changheng nodded slightly upon hearing this, realizing that these people had varying levels of cultivation, but all appeared to be in the late stage of Qi Refining. He immediately made a plan.

"Is this Master Lin Dan?"

"He's so young and handsome!"

"And he's also an excellent alchemist; even in our remote clan, his name is well-known..."

Immediately, a cacophony of female cultivators' voices erupted, a cacophony of sweet chatter filling the air.

Lin Changheng seemed not to hear, just then Yan Mingyi came out with spiritual tea, and he greeted her with a smile: "Fellow Daoists, please sit down, have a cup of tea, and then we can chat slowly."

"Master Lin, you're too kind."

The female cultivators sat down as instructed and fell silent once more.

"Don't be fooled by my youthful appearance, it's all thanks to the Youth Preservation Pill. In reality, I'm already over seventy."

Lin Changheng offered an explanation.

But what he was really saying was that he was using himself as an example to emphasize the effectiveness of his "Youth Enhancement Pill".

"what?"

"Master Lin Dan is already seventy years old?"

"I can't believe it at all! I thought Master Lin was only in his early thirties." This remark immediately drew a series of sweet exclamations, and the women looked at Lin Changheng with even greater fervor.

"Lin dared not lie."

Lin Changheng smiled slightly, "Where in the world is there a second-tier alchemist in their early thirties?"

Seeing the women's surprised, excited, and eager expressions, Lin Changheng knew he had laid the groundwork enough and cut to the chase:
"If you fellow Daoists wish to obtain the [Youth Preservation Pill], I happen to have six left on hand, which I can provide."

"If you need me again in the future, I will have to trouble you to come to the Immortal City to find me."

"That's perfect. There are six of us, how about each of us buys one pill?"

"it is good!"

"Perfect!"

The female cultivators unanimously agreed and quickly reached a consensus, but Huang Linglin, who was standing to the side, was not "happy".

"Hey, hey, hey, where's my share? Why were you all excluded?"

Upon hearing this, everyone covered their mouths and chuckled. A young woman with an oval face smiled and reassured them, "Didn't Lin'er just eat it not long ago? It will have effects for at least several years. Let us have it this time, okay?"

"Yes, yes, yes."

"If Lin'er takes it now, she might age backward. If she shrinks as a result, wouldn't it be a pity for those two precious babies?"

Someone laughed, while boldly staring at Huang Linglin's chest.

"Pah! Master Lin is still here! Don't you know shame? If you dare to talk nonsense again, I'll tear your mouth apart."

Huang Linglin's chest immediately attracted a lot of attention. Accompanied by a series of deliberate "tsk tsk" sounds from female cultivators, her pretty face blushed slightly, but she refused to back down on the surface. She straightened her chest and pretended to be tough.

Lin Changheng was struck by the audacity of these female cultivators' remarks; if he were in their shoes, he probably wouldn't be able to handle it either.

At this moment, Yan Mingyi, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but gasp. It was far too unrestrained, and utterly embarrassing...

Suddenly noticing Lin Changheng's strange and indescribable expression among the women, she couldn't help but cover her mouth and smile.

It's rare to see Brother Lin like this; it's quite amusing!

Then Lin Changheng took out a pill bottle and placed it on the table. Inside were indeed the only six [Youth Enhancement Pills] left.

The female cultivators took turns inspecting the items and were immediately satisfied.

"How many spirit stones does Alchemist Lin intend to sell this pill for?"

"I asked the young woman with an oval face."

Before Lin Changheng could speak, Huang Linglin interjected, "This was personally refined by a second-tier alchemist, and its medicinal power is astonishing, far surpassing the [Youth Enhancement Pill] circulating in the market. Moreover, it's of superior quality; it should be worth at least two hundred spirit stones per pill, right?"

"Ok?"

Lin Changheng was taken aback and remained silent.

Because the price was much higher than what he quoted.

It should be noted that a first-grade high-quality pill is worth about twenty low-grade spirit stones.

The premium pills, however, cost thirty low-grade spirit stones.

The original price of the genuine [Youth Enhancement Pill] that Tantai Feiyue bought from the auction was fifty low-grade spirit stones.

Based on this ratio, Lin Changheng planned to sell it for seventy-five spirit stones.

It comes at a premium based on the standard auction price.

But who knew that Huang Linglin would ask for two hundred low-grade spirit stones right off the bat? It was unclear whether she was deliberately trying to raise the price for him, afraid that he wouldn't be able to quote a high price, or whether she was still feeling uncomfortable after what had just happened and was intentionally trying to rip them off.

This has reached the price floor for a second-tier low-grade pill.

But since this matter was in his favor, Lin Changheng was naturally not foolish enough to refute it, and simply acquiesced.

To Lin Changheng's surprise, the group of female cultivators showed no surprise or embarrassment, but instead pondered for a moment...

It seems like you've accepted it?
Because three or four of them nodded thoughtfully.

hiss……

They're all rich women from the cultivation world.

Lin Changheng sighed inwardly.

At this moment, the young woman with the oval face who had spoken earlier slowly said, "This price is acceptable. Putting aside the fact that it was made by a second-tier alchemist, one pill can last for at least five years, or even ten years. Based on the former, it would only cost forty low-grade spirit stones per year, and based on the latter, it would cost twenty spirit stones per year. For such a small price, one can prolong one's youth, which is not a loss."

Upon hearing this, the female cultivators who had previously hesitated nodded in agreement.

Each of them took out two hundred low-grade spirit stones, placed them on the table, and then put away their pills.

"If you have similar needs in the future, you can come to Immortal City to find me."

Lin Changheng put away the 1,200 spirit stones, his heart filled with joy.

After all, with his current skills, he could refine this top-grade [Youth Enhancement Pill] in less than two days. One batch could produce five fine pills, and selling one batch would earn him at least 1,500 spirit stones.

He spent even longer refining three high-quality second-tier pills, but they only brought him 2,300 spirit stones.

The profit is not much higher, but it takes longer and the cost of medicinal materials is higher!

Comparatively speaking, refining the [Youth Enhancement Pill] is obviously more efficient at earning spirit stones.

Women's businesses are indeed easier to run!

Unfortunately... the channels were uncertain and the customer base was small, otherwise he could have made a fortune from this, which made him even more determined to refine the second-tier [Youth Preservation Pill].

When it becomes a bestseller among female cultivators at the Foundation Establishment and Core Formation stages, how can we not make a fortune?
It might even be possible to exchange it for rare medicinal herbs and treasures...

……

After seeing off the group of female cultivators,

Just as Lin Changheng was about to go back inside, he heard another knock on the door.

Yan Mingyi hurried forward to check the door, where a Foundation Establishment cultivator was standing, carrying a gift basket.

Zheng and Yan Mingyi expressed their intention to visit.

"Invite him in."

Upon hearing Brother Lin's telepathic message, Yan Mingyi invited someone in and accepted the gift basket handed to her.

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

Lin Changheng had an excellent memory and knew that the blue-robed cultivator was He Jinxing, a Foundation Establishment cultivator from the He family of Qinglong Bay. However, he was not under the jurisdiction of the Ziji Sect, but under the Bixiao Sect. Geographically, they were not far apart and often interacted with the Huang family.

"It's just a small token of my appreciation."

The two sat down.

Aside from some casual conversation, he jokingly mentioned that he might ask Master Lin to refine pills for him in the future.

Lin Changheng readily agreed.

They also inquired about any turbid or profound-level beasts or monsters under the jurisdiction of the Bixiao Sect.

He Jinxing said he had never been involved in this matter and was unaware of it.

But I can go back and help inquire.

Lin Changheng nodded and exchanged addresses with the other party, indicating that they could write if they had any news.

Both sides achieved their basic objectives and had a very pleasant conversation.

After this person took his leave, four more people came to the door one after another.

Both of them had an urgent need for Foundation Establishment Pills, and both brought gift baskets, striving to build good relationships.

Lin Changheng naturally accepted all offers.

Spurred by the last auction, he has now decided to open the furnace and raise the price of the Foundation Building Pill.

Both have increased by 1,000, meaning that the starting price for a genuine Foundation Building Pill is 3,000 spirit stones, while the price for a premium Foundation Building Pill has risen to 4,000.

Skills are rare, so this is how it should be.

What kind of business can someone who is too kind-hearted do?
Only a fool would choose to forgo a full chance of achieving alchemy for a thousand spirit stones.

One batch of these furnaces can earn 10,000 spirit stones, accelerating the accumulation of wealth.

……

Over the next few days, most of the other guests who had attended the ceremony left.

Lin Changheng still did not leave.

Because he still needs to wait for the sale of the old spirit beast of the [Mysterious Spirit] level from the Sun family to be finalized.

He doesn't intend to come forward; doing so in his personal capacity might lead to him being overcharged.

The matter was handed over entirely to the Huang family.

Therefore, Lin Changheng only needs to wait for the results.

That evening.

A streak of light flew in from the horizon and landed outside the courtyard.

It was Chef Zeng who was invited in by Lin Changheng.

"Brother Lin, I have successfully completed my mission this time!"

The other person's first words were full of joy.

"Oh? Tell me about it quickly."

Lin Changheng invited the other person to sit down and asked curiously.

"Is such that……"

This matter could have been settled on the first day.

However, the Sun family deliberately inflated the value of their own spirit beast and refused to compromise.

The Huang family, however, was exceptionally determined. They were eager to acquire the other party's spirit beast and refused to agree to the price of six thousand spirit stones.

The two sides began to engage in a stalemate.

(End of this chapter)