Immortality begins with upgrading buildings

Chapter 49 Seashell

Ji Yuan looked at the completely repaired Yin Ghost Flag in his hand and breathed a sigh of relief.

Whether I truly possess a talent for formations or simply benefited from the [Enlightenment Room]... it's still a testament to my own efforts, isn't it?

With the formation complete, even someone at the late stage of Qi Refining should be able to maneuver around it.

Ji Yuan prepared to set sail and find a deserted island to try out this completely improved Yin Ghost Formation.

Stepping out of the house and into the front yard, the two peach trees on the right were in full bloom, their delicate fragrance filling the yard and attracting many bees and butterflies.

Looking at the peach tree, Ji Yuan couldn't help but recall that a few days ago, when Wen Ling'er was playing, he had promised to give her the peaches that would grow this year.

Looking at these two saplings, which are not even as tall as a person, it's uncertain whether they will bear fruit this year.

Once outside, seeing no one else, Ji Yuan summoned the Black Wind Boat and quietly departed.

Half an hour later.

Suddenly, a black mist rose from an unnamed deserted island in Yunyuze, followed by an evil aura that spread out, startling the nearby fish into scattering in all directions.

In the center of the island, Ji Yuan walked among the trees, accompanied by two Yin Ghosts who had already advanced to the fifth level of Qi Refining.

No longer needing to use his own spiritual power to manipulate the formation, Ji Yuan felt as if he were in his element.

"With this formation, plus the two Yin Ghosts, I should be able to kill an ordinary Qi Refining Level 6 cultivator even without my intervention."

If it weren't for having prepared something masculine like red-crowned chicken blood beforehand, the opponent would probably have had a hard time breaking this Yin Ghost Formation.

Regardless, this formation can be considered to have entered the realm of first-order formations.

Especially in this Yunyu Marsh, Ji Yuan estimated that there were probably only a handful of people who could produce a magic array.

Since the formation had been tested and found to be without problems, Ji Yuan waved his hand and put it away; putting it back would be a waste of spirit stones.

But just as he put away the magic array, he suddenly sensed a danger.

The dragon armor shield appeared behind him in an instant, accompanied by a crisp "ding."

Ji Yuan then planted the Yin Ghost Flag again with his backhand. As the magic array appeared, he also summoned the White Water Flying Sword, though he was still unclear about what had happened.

However, he had already slapped a golden talisman onto his body.

Not only that, he was also holding a lightning strike talisman in his left and right hands.

As the black mist surged forth, Ji Yuan's figure flashed into the ghostly mist and vanished instantly.

At the same time, he also used the magic array to see the appearance of the attacker.

The female cultivator carrying an iron sword looked to be around forty years old, and her aura had already reached the late stage of Qi Refining.

Ji Yuan didn't feel much threat, so he figured it must be a cultivator at the seventh level of Qi Refining.

The key point is that Ji Yuan has never seen this person before.

Why would someone I don't know suddenly attack me?

Could he also be a Tribulation Cultivator?

As she entered the magic array, the female cultivator sensed something was wrong. She made a hand seal and summoned the iron sword she was carrying on her back. The iron sword hovered beside her, and a piece of blue cloth was also swirling around her.

Seemingly unsure of the situation, she didn't move easily, but remained vigilant about her surroundings.

Ji Yuan had a clear view of the situation within the magic array. Seeing that the female cultivator was not making a move easily, he took the opportunity to ask, "I have no grudge against you, fellow Daoist. Why are you fighting so fiercely on our first meeting?"

Upon hearing this, the female cultivator sneered, "Ha! You demonic villains deserve to be killed by everyone. But if you seek justice, how will you explain the innocent cultivators you have harmed?!"

It turns out he was a rare righteous person in Yunyuze... Ji Yuan guessed what was going on as soon as he heard that.

It seems he just happened to be passing by and, after sensing the aura of this Yin Ghost Array, mistook himself for a demonic cultivator.

Indeed, once this Yin Ghost Formation is activated, the Yin energy becomes overwhelming.

Even if Ji Yuan were to change his mind, he would assume the other person is a demonic cultivator.

"Fellow Daoist, you have misunderstood."

Since there was no grudge, Ji Yuan spoke up to explain, "This magic array was obtained after I killed a demonic cultivator; it was not something I created."

"Not yours?"

The female cultivator's voice was somewhat suspicious, "Thieves never admit to being thieves."

Ji Yuan continued, "I presume you saw me just now, fellow Daoist? How could there be such an upright and honorable demonic cultivator as me? Besides, if I were truly a demonic cultivator, I would have already taken action, instead of standing here talking."

The female cultivator wanted to speak again, but Ji Yuan interrupted her.

She was not given another chance to speak.

"I share your hatred for demonic cultivators, which is why I slaughtered this group. If you intend to attack me just because I used a demonic formation, it would surely chill the hearts of all righteous cultivators in the world."

Upon hearing this, the female cultivator finally wavered slightly.

After thinking for a moment, she said, "Come out, and I will believe you."

"it is good."

Ji Yuan hadn't gone far; he was even standing right opposite the female cultivator. With a thought, he dispelled the nearby black mist, revealing his true form.

The female cultivator was clearly startled by what she saw; she hadn't expected Ji Yuan to be so close to her.

If they suddenly attack, I'm afraid I'll be seriously injured, if not killed.

Moreover, she was even more surprised after seeing Ji Yuan's appearance clearly.

Firstly, they were surprised by Ji Yuan's appearance, and secondly, they were surprised by his age.

"It seems I have indeed misunderstood you, fellow Daoist. I am truly sorry."

Whether it was the righteous path or the demonic path, the female cultivator could tell at a glance, so she put away her magic weapon, clasped her hands and said, "Hu Fang from Jingdefang greets fellow Daoist."

Ji Yuan returned the greeting, "Ji Yuan from Zengtou City."

"In that case, fellow Daoist, you may remove this formation. It was all a misunderstanding." Hu Fang looked around at the formation, feeling both fear and envy.

This is a formation! She'd never heard of Yun Yuze ever having one.

After Ji Yuan dispelled the Yin Ghost Formation, she looked at the water in the northwest and called out, "Brother Du, these are people from your Zengtou City, not demonic cultivators. They are just like you and me, specializing in killing demonic cultivators."

There are still experts!

Ji Yuan was startled and couldn't help but feel a chill run down his spine.

They were especially frightened when they saw the Dharma boat breaking through the water.

Two late-stage Qi Refining cultivators... If they were to fight him to the death, Ji Yuan might not be so sure he could escape.

Fortunately, the misunderstanding was cleared up, and it seems that the Yin Ghost Flag should not be displayed indiscriminately unless absolutely necessary.

"You are... Senior Du Kang?"

Looking at the middle-aged man who had landed in front of him, Ji Yuan felt that he looked somewhat familiar.

"That's right, why call me senior? We're all from Zengtou City, just call me Brother Du." Du Kang said with a smile.

"Since it's all a misunderstanding, then it's alright."

"Brother Ji's formation is truly impressive."

Ji Yuan took a step back without showing any emotion, forcing a smile as he said, "Just lucky, just lucky."

No matter how careful he was, Du Kang still noticed his actions.

"Don't worry, we are not those cultivators who have undergone tribulations, Brother Ji, there's no need to be afraid."

Ji Yuan smiled and cupped his hands in a gesture of respect again, saying, "It's just luck."

"Alright, you're being too cautious, kid."

Du Kang rolled his eyes at Ji Yuan, annoyed. "Hu Fang and I have something to do. We need to go deep into Yunyuze. We'll talk again when we get back."

"Brother Du, Sister Hu, you two go ahead with your work."

Ji Yuan cupped his hands in greeting to the two of them, and then watched them leave.

After they had gone some distance, Hu Fang finally spoke, "Brother Du, who did you think had this formation before?"

"Huaiyinfang, the Ghost Island Master," Du Kang said in a deep voice, "is only at the mid-stage of Qi Refining, but a few years ago Han Feiyu once fought him. He used the power of this formation to fight Han Feiyu, who was at the seventh level of Qi Refining, to a standstill."

"Later, someone from our association mediated, and the two of them finally stopped."

"I never expected that Ji Yuan would kill the Ghost Island Master so quietly and even steal his formation."

Hu Fang was well aware of Han Feiyu's reputation, and asked, "And who exactly is Ji Yuan?"

Du Kang sighed. "Like you, this is the first time I've ever heard of him."

"He seems to be a rising star. I estimate it won't be long before we see him in our guild," Hu Fang said.

Du Kang nodded and said, "That's a good thing. If we're still no match for them later, we can ask Ji Yuan for help. With his formation, our chances of success should be much higher."

"Very good."

"..."

As soon as they left, Ji Yuan hurriedly steered his boat into the water and disappeared.

After that, he didn't rush back to Zengtou City. Instead, he circled around Yunyu Marsh for two days before finally landing on another side of Zengtou City on the third day and returning.

But just as he was about to return to the courtyard gate and push the door open, he glanced at the door as usual.

He stopped instinctively at first glance.

He was by the door.

I saw a seashell.

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