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

Chapter 214 One Furnace, Two Masterpieces, Quietly Gaining Fame
This person's new job is to be in charge of both procurement and sales in this new market town.

Deng Changsheng couldn't help but sigh. As expected, cultivators with powerful backers are different. Even if they make a serious mistake, they still have a chance to recover.

However, cultivators without a background are immediately killed for making a single mistake, with no chance of redemption.

Therefore, everyone is extremely cautious and prudent, as if walking on thin ice.

"Brother Qian, I, Deng, would like to offer you a toast. You have managed to maintain your composure and break through to the Foundation Establishment stage despite all the ups and downs. I admire you."

Deng Changsheng was deeply moved and raised his glass in a toast.

“Brother Deng’s words make some sense. I have had my ambitions unfulfilled and have worked hard, indulged in sensual pleasures and acted recklessly, but in the end I have turned over a new leaf and continued my path to immortality!”

Qian Fusheng chuckled, quite moved, and then added, "By the way, my name was also changed by my uncle. Now I am called 'Qian Fusheng,' meaning that my old self has passed away and I have been reborn."

"A good name not only transcends the past but also illuminates the future."

Deng Changsheng continued praising her, following up on the conversation.

"Brother Deng is right. Unlike those fools in the Taoist sect, who are ignorant and incompetent, they simply cannot understand the true meaning of this name."

Qian Fusheng slapped his forehead, his eyes brightening slightly, and repeatedly agreed. Then he looked at Deng Changsheng and said, "Brother Deng, didn't you also break through to the Foundation Establishment stage? You must have had some kind of fortuitous encounter, right? Tell me about it."

Deng Changsheng then recounted his experiences, highlighting the most difficult and important parts.

As expected, this aroused Qian Fusheng's surprise, emotion, and a secret sense of superiority.

"I never imagined that Brother Deng had suffered so much over the years, but now he has finally reaped the rewards. With the foundation laid, the world is wide open."

Qian Fusheng comforted him.

“That being said, brother, I have encountered a problem…” Deng Changsheng sighed, looking troubled.

"What do you mean?" Qian Fusheng asked in surprise, then said righteously, "Brother Deng, you can tell me, and I'll see if I can help..."

Upon hearing this, Deng Changsheng immediately revealed his predicament of being unable to buy essence blood. As he spoke, he sighed and implied that he envied Qian Fusheng's connections and abilities.

“I wondered what it was about? It’s just a little bit of essence blood. Brother Deng, there’s no need to worry. I can help with part of it.”

Qian Fusheng laughed heartily and waved his hand, indicating that he would help.

"Thank you very much." Even though the other party said "partially resolved," it was better than nothing, so Deng Changsheng immediately cupped his hands in thanks.

……

In this way, Deng Changsheng obtained a kind of turbid evil essence blood from this person.

Qian Fusheng's method was very simple: he used the name of a clan under the jurisdiction of Qingxia Temple to create a fictitious buyer for medicinal essence.

Using the authority to support the Taoist sects he held, he transferred a batch of essence blood to "that clan" at the low level, which actually ended up in Deng Changsheng's hands.

Deng Changsheng also offered a significant premium for his essence and blood.

In other words, Qian Fusheng ate from both ends.

They benefited from the support of Qingxia Temple on this side, and from the premium paid by Deng Changsheng on the other.

This round trip yielded many rewards.

Deng Changsheng continued to ask this person if he could also purchase the essence blood of other demonic beasts, but this time he was sternly refused.

Clearly, the last time he extracted the essence of the [Eclipse Crow] was too reckless, and the result was that he was caught red-handed, which made Qian Fusheng much more cautious.

One should not try to do too many things at once or try to become a big fat man in one bite; one should take a long-term, steady approach and plan gradually.

Although they have powerful backers, it's still best to keep a secret from others, even if it's just a glimpse of the Heavenly Palace.

This became Qian Fusheng's basic principle, which he always adhered to.

In this new district, the amount of supplies coming in and out every day is enormous, so it's not easy to be caught if you steal a little. Plus, with my current strength and background, it's easy to fool people.

If a big one comes out at once, and it can't be hidden no matter what, you will definitely be punished and lose your job.

Although nothing will ultimately happen, it might embarrass my uncle, so it's best not to do it.

There's a limit to this, and he's slowly figuring it out now.

Therefore, when faced with Deng Changsheng's request, he remained steadfast and resolutely refused to budge or agree.

……

During this period, Deng Changsheng returned to Floating Life Immortal City once.

They brought back over a hundred portions of essence blood, and then took out even more spirit stones.

This time, he will only return if he collects the amount of essence blood required by Lin Changheng, or if he meets either of the two conditions of being away for five years.

In response, Deng Changsheng voluntarily made a relevant oath, severing any possibility of absconding with a large sum of spirit stones.

Seeing this, Lin Changheng was very satisfied, but on the surface he said it was not necessary. The two of them were putting on an extremely affectionate show.

Its authenticity is questionable, but it is very practical.

At least both of them felt either happy or comfortable.

……

As for the [Seven-Star Spirit Moon Grass] that was missing from refining the Foundation Establishment Pill, it has also been replenished.

Even Lin Changheng did not expect its origin.

He was none other than a true disciple of the core layer of the Immortal City.

She wasn't Bai Hengwan's true disciple, but rather her senior sister who was her true disciple.

This senior disciple, a true disciple, gives off a completely different vibe from Bai Hengwan's intelligence and manners.

This woman has a high nose bridge, very thin lips, and a light color. She wears a dark purple robe, which is simple and neat in style without too many decorations. She is tall and upright, not delicate and frail, and has a cold and hard heroic spirit, as well as the temperament of someone who has long been in a high position.

But when he looked at Lin Changheng, he became much more reserved, his expression changed slightly, and he appeared friendly.

This woman is also in the mid-Foundation Establishment stage, and she holds such a spiritual herb in her hand.

He personally came to ask for the elixir.

Lin Changheng was greatly surprised when he learned of his identity, after all, he was close to Bai Zhenchuan and had frequent interactions with him, which was known to many people in the Immortal City.

But why did this woman still come looking for her? Was it really just to ask for the Foundation Establishment Pill?

Or is he still planning to sow discord between him and Bai Hengwan?
After all, Bai Hengwan had subtly hinted that she and several of her senior brothers and sisters were currently in a competitive relationship.

It relates to resource acquisition.

On the surface, they remain harmonious, but in reality, they each employ their own schemes.

Because this is not just a competition for resources, but a competition for fundamental principles, and we cannot afford to relax.

However, Lin Changheng could not openly refuse this true disciple, so he had no choice but to agree.

After seeing the woman off, Lin Changheng thought for a moment and decided to send a message to Bai Hengwan explaining this.

Sincerity is the sure winner.

Hiding things away is the breeding ground for doubt and suspicion.

After all, he and Bai Hengwan already had a good history of cooperation and a foundation of trust, so it was best not to break it.

Moreover, Bai Hengwan's Earth-grade unique spiritual root indicates a very promising future.

They can become key connections that bring mutual benefits.

……

Not long after, Lin Changheng received Bai Hengwan's reply: "Please open the furnace for my senior sister."

Upon receiving this news, Lin Changheng felt relieved. This woman was clearly not a petty person, or perhaps she had other considerations. In any case, this matter was no longer a problem for Lin Changheng.

So he issued a notice to start the furnace.

half a month later.

Everyone gathered.

Lin Changheng received everyone, inspected the medicines in person, confirmed the order of selecting pills, and finally started the furnace.

The cultivator who provided the Nine-Leaf Purple Elixir still hasn't shown up, but has entrusted Alchemist Lin to act on his behalf.

The other two had no objection to this.

After all, given Master Lin's success rate in obtaining the pill, he wouldn't sacrifice the success of the third pill to try and get the top two [Premium Foundation Establishment Pills]. Seven days later.

With a clear, resonant sound coming from the furnace, Lin Changheng cast the incantation to collect the elixir.

Suddenly, there was a "buzzing" sound.

The second-tier, mid-grade alchemy furnace opened its top, and three pills emerged one after another, emitting a pure medicinal fragrance, and landed on the jade plate that Lin Changheng had prepared in advance.

Looking up, three perfectly round pills, like longan fruits, came into view.

The patterns on the jade are clear and sharp, round and full, with a jade-like luster and a faint, flowing light.

Two of them shone brighter than the third, and faint cloud patterns appeared on their surfaces.

……

At this moment, everyone gathered around.

Looking at the three round and smooth Foundation Establishment Pills lying on the jade plate, it was clear that Alchemist Lin was still performing steadily.

But the next moment, Lü Tong's exclamation was accompanied by heavy breathing.

"This...this...both pills have cloud patterns on them, they are two [Premium Foundation Establishment Pills]?"

"Master Lin has refined two [Premium Foundation Establishment Pills]?"

Upon hearing this, everyone present was in an uproar. Some stared at the pills on the jade plate in disbelief, while others looked at Lin Changheng with shock, admiration, and disbelief.

At this moment, Lin Changheng remained calm and composed, his hands behind his back, simply smiling faintly. He showed no signs of fatigue, nor was he stained with the ashes of the furnace, as if he had just done something insignificant.

Lu Tong provided the [Heavenly Crystal Lotus Root], along with an ordinary-looking male cultivator whose cultivation was at the peak of the ninth level of Qi Refining. The [Foundation Establishment Pill] was probably for him.

After obtaining the elixir, he should immediately take it and go into seclusion to break through to the next level.

Lin Changheng understood Lü Tong's idea; he had brought Lü Tong to meet Lin Changheng specifically to familiarize himself with him and get to know him—it would be beneficial and harmless.

Senior Sister Yang and her disciple Yang were accompanied by a male and a female Qi Refining cultivator, who were likely both junior members of the family.

Among them, the female cultivator was at the ninth level of Qi cultivation. Although she was not as beautiful as Yang Zhenchuan, she gave people a feeling of being a girl from a good family. She was looking at Lin Changheng curiously, her big eyes blinking.

"I had long heard of Master Lin's extraordinary alchemy skills, but I never expected that his alchemy skills would improve so much, allowing me to witness the creation of double-quality pills. Even many second-tier high-grade alchemists cannot achieve this..."

"It truly proves the saying 'seeing is believing,' but unfortunately, I met Master Lin a little too late!"

Yang Zhenchuan pursed his red lips slightly and praised with great emotion.

The last sentence seemed to have a hidden meaning, but Lin Changheng pretended not to know and did not respond.

"You flatter me."

Lin Changheng smiled at Yang Zhenchuan, and then said loudly, "According to the order, please let Yang Zhenchuan take the pill first."

"it is good."

Yang Zhenchuan gave Lin Changheng a meaningful look and gestured for the female cultivator behind him to step forward.

"Thank you very much, Master Lin."

The young female cultivator, with her delicate features, stepped forward and respectfully took a [Fine Foundation Establishment Pill] from Master Lin's hand, along with a bag of spirit stones.

"Please take this, young lady."

Lin Changheng nodded, and with a quick scan of his divine sense, he confirmed that the number of spirit stones was correct. He then smiled, and his amiable demeanor made the Qi Refining female cultivator feel somewhat flattered.

Seeing the woman step back, Lin Changheng glanced at everyone, reached out and picked up another [Premium Foundation Establishment Pill] from the jade plate, and said with a smile, "This is my friend's share, I'll take it on his behalf."

"Naturally."

"no problem."

"please!"

Everyone responded one after another.

The last one was taken by the male cultivator behind Lü Tong, who treated him with the same respect.

The completion of the alchemy process also marks the end of this "crowdfunded alchemy" project.

Lu Tong was sent away first, while Yang Zhenchuan followed slowly.

"Master Lin..."

Yang Zhenchuan possessed an innate heroic spirit, and he strode towards Lin Changheng with his long legs, his eyes sparkling.

"Yang Zhenchuan".

Lin Changheng looked at the woman, waiting for what would happen next.

"I wonder if there will be opportunities to cooperate in the future?"

Yang Zhenchuan asked.

"When Mr. Lin opens his shop for business, all customers come to him. There is no reason for him to be selective about his customers."

Lin Changheng smiled, his manner quite smooth and diplomatic.

It seemed like it was giving no answer, yet it also seemed like it was providing one.

Upon closer examination, it appears to be a positive response, but it could also be interpreted as a polite refusal.

Anyway, the main theme is vague and uncertain.

Yang Zhenchuan opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but couldn't say anything, feeling quite troubled.

The ensuing communication felt like a punch thrown at cotton, leaving me utterly powerless.

But there's not much to criticize about Lin Changheng.

The only good news is that the possibility of future collaboration between the two has been preserved, and this has not been completely ruled out.

"Farewell."

Yang Zhenchuan's composure was also quite good; his expression remained calm, and he finally got up to say goodbye and leave.

"Take care, Master Yang. You are welcome to visit my humble abode sometime in the future."

Lin Changheng saw him off, a smile on his face.

"Master Lin, please wait."

After saying this, Yang Zhenchuan, carrying the two people beside him who hadn't heard a thing, soared through the air.

Lin Changheng turned around, feeling quite happy. He now had two Foundation Establishment Pills in his storage bag, one genuine and one premium.

It is a strategic resource and can be used to curry favor or exchange for rare treasures.

Using it to exchange for spirit stones is a last resort.

……

In the period that followed, the news that "Master Lin Dan produced two high-quality Foundation Building Pills in one batch" spread like wildfire.

Like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, it stirred up a thousand waves in the Floating Immortal City, causing a sensation that far exceeded the last one.

"Two masterpieces from one furnace? This... Could Master Lin be a reincarnation of a grandmaster of alchemy?"

"Where did the message come from? Is it reliable?"

"This matter is said to have come from a Foundation Establishment senior, how could it be false?"

"Master Lin's alchemy skills are progressing so rapidly, it's not impossible that he could reach the third rank in the future!"

In the teahouses and taverns, countless cultivators whispered among themselves, their faces filled with disbelief.

Foundation Establishment Pills are inherently difficult to refine. It is already quite difficult to produce three genuine pills. It is extremely rare to produce one fine pill in one batch, let alone two fine pills that are of extremely high quality and have cloud-like patterns!

what does this mean?
Master Lin's alchemy has made further progress!

For cultivators, the success rate of Foundation Establishment after taking this pill will be increased again, while the risk of backlash from failure will be drastically reduced! For countless cultivators stuck at the peak of Qi Refining and unable to achieve Foundation Establishment, this is nothing short of a great blessing.

In an instant, the number of visitors outside Lin Changheng's cave surged again, and their status and cultivation levels were significantly higher than before.

Many late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators also sent their visiting cards, their tone far more polite than before.

(End of this chapter)