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

Chapter 98 Overseas Chief (Third Update, Please Subscribe)

"The fifth level of the treasure seed is almost here..."

Lin Changheng looked again at the illusory image of the precious seed located in the center of the Yuan Cauldron:

[Spirit Stealing: 72/100]

Lin Changheng increasingly felt the wonders of the [Original Treasure Seed], which manifested in all aspects of cultivation and skills.

In some ways, it is even more crucial than the one type of "supernatural power" and two types of "demonic arts" that have been successfully created so far.

……

By the time Lin Changheng stopped and finished his practice, it was already the morning of the next day.

After suppressing his cultivation to the fifth level of Qi Refining, Lin Changheng glanced at the black-armored baby turtle lying motionless in the artificial mud pit, which was half a zhang in diameter, in a corner of the courtyard, and then went out.

The turtle was first cleansed of its eggs by Lin Changheng using the "Detoxification Technique," and then its vital essence was strengthened by grinding it with a mid-grade wood-type elixir. After two years of meticulous care, it finally hatched.

Initially, based on his experience, Lin Changheng thought that turtles liked water, so he specially dug a pond and planted a few spiritual herbs for them to rest in.

The turtle, however, didn't appreciate the gesture. Instead, it frantically scratched at the bottom and sides of the pond, making the water incredibly murky, before finally accepting the offer.

After several attempts, Lin Changheng finally realized that this turtle loved muddy conditions.

Moreover, it should be a thick, paste-like consistency with more mud and less water.

Looking at the turtle covered in mud, which was just as dirty as a domestic pig that had been playing in a mud pit, I had initially frowned in disgust, but now I gradually felt at ease.

After leaving the house, he did not go directly to the alchemy room, but instead went to the Hidden Peak Dojo first.

According to previous regulations, even though Lin Changheng was a mid-grade alchemist, he could not enter without an invitation.

These are the safety requirements for the core training center.

But after intervening and resolving Xu Hanji's crisis last time, Lin Changheng can enter at any time.

A special permit has been granted!
"Boom boom boom!"

There was a knock at the door of a pavilion next to a waterfall.

"Master Lin Dan."

A pretty maid with a baby face opened the door. She was Xu Hanji's personal maid and was immediately surprised.

Clearly, they rarely witnessed Lin Changheng's visit.

At the same time, he did not forget to bow and offer a prayer.

Is the young lady here?

Lin Changheng smiled slightly, appearing approachable.

"Yes, Master Lin, please come in. The young lady once instructed that no matter when or why Master Lin visits, he should be respectfully invited in and offered a cup of tea before discussing anything else."

The beautiful maidservant chuckled sweetly and quickly invited them in.

"Oh? To be valued by the young lady is my good fortune."

Lin Changheng thanked her and followed behind the maid.

"I've kept Fellow Daoist Lin waiting."

Without keeping Lin Changheng waiting long, Xu Hanji appeared dressed in white, his cascading black hair simply tied with a gold belt, a style that contrasted sharply with his usual purple attire. "Fellow Daoist Lin never visits without a reason. You must have something important to discuss with me this time?"

"Miss, I'll go and attend to my work now." The maidservant tactfully took her leave.

"As expected, it couldn't escape the young lady's discerning eyes."

Lin Changheng glanced at the maid's departing figure, smiled slightly, nodded truthfully, and explained his needs for being stationed abroad.

Upon hearing this, Xu Hanji was taken aback, and his gaze toward Lin Changheng was filled with strangeness.

Clearly, those who have dealt with Master Lin Dan know what kind of person he is.

Cautious and prudent, rarely leaving the house unless absolutely necessary—this applies not only to the Xu family's main gate but also to their own side gate…

Has he changed his mind now? He's even voluntarily requesting to be stationed abroad.

"Where are you going?"

Xu Hanji asked.

"Qingling Workshop." Lin Changheng uttered three words calmly. "I have heard that although the clan and the Liu family jointly manage this workshop, they will still open a pill refining shop in the new workshop. I heard that it is currently under preparation and the chief pill refiner to be stationed outside has not yet been determined. I am confident that my pill refining skills are not bad and I am loyal to the clan, so I have come to recommend myself."

These words, especially the last sentence, completely elevated Lin Changheng's own importance.

The principles of alchemy and loyalty are both beyond reproach.

As for the favor that the father and daughter still owed Lin Changheng, they didn't mention it. They could only keep it to themselves. Bringing it up in public would be suspicious of taking advantage of someone's kindness, which wouldn't be appropriate.

Lin Changheng would not be foolish enough to do such a thing.

Xu Hanji fell silent for a moment, then said, "I will discuss this matter with my father and the clan, and it needs to be reviewed and approved."

He then added, "Now, many alchemists in the clan are eyeing this promising new workshop and are applying for it one after another, so the competition is fierce. However, given Alchemist Lin's abilities and performance, few can surpass him."

That's true, though the female cultivator didn't say it too explicitly. Some alchemists really do have ways to make extra money. Whether it's using the shop's name to endorse taking on external orders or intercepting profits, it's not uncommon.

It is also impossible to completely eliminate.

Moreover, the more prosperous the market town, the more pronounced this phenomenon becomes.

It's considered a lucrative target, attracting everyone's attention.

"Alright. Thank you for your trouble, Miss."

Lin Changheng did not ask the female cultivator to agree immediately, as it was unlikely that a father and daughter who were quite law-abiding and principled would make such a promise without reason.

If this were someone who habitually misuses public resources for private gain, such a response would be a clear attempt to shirk responsibility.

Seeing that Xu Hanji shook his head, indicating that there was no need to worry, Lin Changheng brought up another matter.

"What? Applying for a high-grade alchemy inheritance?"

This time, even Xu Hanji showed a look of surprise, his voice filled with doubt and uncertainty, "Fellow Daoist Lin, has made progress in alchemy again?"

"Fortunately, it has been over a year. Please ask Miss to also make an appeal to the clan."

Lin Changheng said earnestly.

"it is good."

Xu Hanji sat down thoughtfully, then suddenly stood up and said, "Okay, I'll go right now!"

Lin Changheng then took his leave.

……

Having finished his important business, Lin Changheng leisurely headed straight for the alchemy room.

On the way, they encountered an old man with a bulbous nose, who was the clan's old alchemist and a mid-grade alchemist.

"Master Lin Dan."

This person greeted Lin Changheng warmly as soon as he saw him.

"Master Xu Dan".

Lin Changheng responded indifferently.

The old man, however, seemed oblivious to Lin Changheng's coldness. Instead, he chuckled and walked alongside him, talking incessantly.

Lin Changheng's lips twitched slightly, but he could only pretend not to hear and silently continued forward.

He is one of the few who can make Lin Changheng, who is emotionally stable, behave like this.

This person is the alchemist who previously "contracted" the task of processing inferior mid-grade pills.

Lin Changheng sought out this person in exchange for the essence of the [Fire-Tailed Golden Rat], requesting that the quest be transferred to him.

As a result, he was tricked by this person. Although he got the mission, he was also ripped off.

Lin Changheng had already prepared for this, and although he would have to pay a price, he didn't take it to heart. He decided to let the deal drop and not have any further contact with Lin.

As a result, the old man was extremely enthusiastic towards Lin Changheng, acting as if they were old friends who had met too late, greeting each other from a distance and insisting on traveling together whenever they met.

Ignoring Lin Changheng's expression, she did as she pleased, as if the two were extremely close.

Lin Changheng was speechless; this man's shamelessness was far beyond his own.

(End of this chapter)