Starting with the consumables of the Demonic Sect, one can barely achieve immortality.

Yan Cheng never expected that a saintly woman who repaired the sun would act like a yandere who would destroy what she couldn't have, and that she wouldn't even pretend anymore.

But thinking about it, it makes sense. The image of a saintly woman as benevolent and noble is only for deception, and can only deceive those shallow-minded and lowly cultivators.

Both Yan Cheng and Huang Tong are experienced individuals who are well-versed in the customs and traditions of immortal sects.

Are there any good people in this godforsaken place? Who do they think they are, a fool?

Now that the truth has been revealed, the Holy Maiden readily abandons the poise and decorum she displayed upon her first appearance.

Beneath the hood, in the shadows, peeked out a pair of sinister eyes, like piercing thorns that subtly pricked Yan Cheng.

"Junior sister, the cultivation level of the corpses in the hall is like chickens, dogs, cattle, and horses. The cold qi cultivators are like chickens that don't lay eggs. They can't produce Yin Corpse Qi, so no matter how high their cultivation level is, it's useless."

"On the contrary, a corpse puppet that cultivates cold qi is extremely rare to her."

The saintess said softly:

"Does Junior Brother truly believe that fighting for a moment's pride is more important than one's own life and future?"

Yan Cheng narrowed his eyes slightly, but then heard Huang Tong burst into loud laughter:

"The Holy Maiden herself lacks tolerance for others, yet she looks down on everyone else as much as she does!"

"Let alone someone who cultivates cold qi, even someone who cultivates the ancient and incomparably noble lineage of the sun, if they are a corpse cultivator with a yin body, they cannot escape the touch of the golden bell!"

"He poses no threat to me, so why can't I tolerate him?"

It must be mentioned that Huang Tong's arguments did indeed reassure Yan Cheng somewhat.

A qualified member of a celestial sect would not commit evil deeds without a purpose.

Conversely, as long as it benefits one's own spiritual path, one can do it without hesitation, no matter how benevolent it may seem.

In Yan Cheng's view, the problem with this godforsaken place is not that everyone is evil, but that everyone's ambition is excessively strong.

The resources in the palace are limited, but the ambition to advance is endless.

When the two are combined, they create the current ecosystem where those above relentlessly exploit those below, while those below desperately try to climb up the ladder.

Yan Cheng knew that he seemed to be mistaken for a cold qi cultivator at this moment.

This makes sense, since he didn't use the Yin Star Flame, and judging from the cold aura he exuded, he wasn't much different from a cultivator of cold qi.

In the Northern Territory, the Cold Qi is a prominent path. It is said that in various parts of the Northern Shadow Mountains where the Hall of Longevity is located, there are many Cold Qi cultivators who live in thatched huts, and even great cultivators who have built up their immortal foundations.

But as a corpse cultivator, how can he explain where his cold qi cultivation came from?

Yan Cheng stared at Huang Cheng, who had his back to him, and thought to himself:

"No, calm down..."

"The crux of the matter is whether Huang Tong values ​​the existence of a corpse cultivator who practices cold qi."

"If I have no value, even with impeccable revolutionary credentials, I can't survive."

"On the other hand, as long as I'm useful to her, she might not care where I got my martial arts skills from!"

Facts have proved that his judgment was correct.

After returning to Yan Cheng's cave on the fourth floor, Huang Tong acted quite kindly.

He told Yan Cheng not to stand on ceremony and to find a place to sit down, while he himself unceremoniously moved onto Yan Cheng's coffin lid.

As for Wang Qing, who was already terrified and followed the two back in a daze.

Huang Tong's ringing of a bell shut down his five senses, leaving him standing in the corner like a puppet.

Huang Tong smiled and said:

"You don't need to worry that I will interrogate you about the origin of your cultivation technique."

"Since you've been able to keep this from me for so long, there must be someone hoping you can keep it from me."

"I am not so domineering as to disregard the Lord's wishes. Since I have not questioned them, Tiantong and the others will not say a word."

"From now on, you don't need to think too much. Just continue your practice as usual."

The eyes hidden behind the black mist curved slightly:

"Of course, the monthly payment for the Yin Corpse Sha still needs to be made."

"Since I don't receive all the benefits, and I can't make an exception for you with just a word, junior brother should understand that."

Yan Cheng smiled and pointed to Wang Qing, who was standing blankly in the corner:

"Isn't there a diligent and persistent junior researcher here?"

The two smiled at each other.

Huang Tong said softly:

"There are some things I have to say."

"Junior brother, how much do you know about the cultivation of Cold Qi?"

Yan Chengxiu's Qi was not cold Qi, so naturally he didn't have much understanding of it.

But he only said:

"I only know a little bit, so I would be grateful if you could enlighten me, senior sister."

Huang Tong laughed loudly:

"I'm not a cultivator of cold energy, what could I possibly teach you?"

"As a true disciple of the Immortal Sect, I do have some understanding of the Cold Qi Dao, which has been the assistant to Taiyin since ancient times."

"The Cold Qi Dao that is passed down today emphasizes perseverance, forbearance, and integrity, like the pine and cypress trees of Cold Mountain that stand proudly against snow and frost. Its imagery is mostly related to cold pines, solid ice, and frost."

"There is a Foundation Establishment stage Cold Qi cultivation technique in the hall, but there is no one in this era who can truly master it..."

"By practicing according to the Dharma, one can achieve the foundation for immortality [Frost on the Lake]!"

There seemed to be an unusual light in her curved eyes:

"As long as you cultivate diligently, your future is incredibly bright."

"A corpse cultivator who has attained enlightenment through cultivating cold qi is unprecedented in hundreds of years and will surely receive the master's attention."

"Hehe, now even I'm starting to envy you a little."

Yan Cheng thought that gaining the attention of the Lord of the Hall of Longevity might not be a good thing for him, given his many secrets.

However, his expression remained calm and composed as he smiled and replied:

"If my junior brother ever achieves that day, I will never forget my senior sister's kindness in helping me attain enlightenment."

Huang Tong seemed to have completely regarded him as a spy for the Lord of the Hall of Longevity, and he was completely unpretentious in his conversation:

"The seven true disciples in the hall cultivate different lineages, in order to avoid competing for the resources produced by the people below."

"My master and I both cultivate the [Netherworld]. The vast majority of the Yin Corpse Fiends produced by the corpse cultivators below are handed over to the Seventh Layer, and I only get a small share."

A flash of ruthlessness crossed her eyes:

"If it weren't for that inhuman sixth brother, we would have gotten even more."

Yan Cheng pretended not to hear.

It's one thing to oppose the Holy Maiden alongside Huang Tong, but it's quite another to actively step forward and become a tool in her hands.

He understood what Huang Tong meant:

"While practicing a lineage outside the Netherworld means you won't compete with fellow disciples for resources, it also means you'll have difficulty obtaining the corresponding spiritual items in the temple."

"I wonder where we can find the spiritual resources and provisions for this path of cold energy?"

Huang Tong smiled and said:

"You can exchange it for Yin Corpse Fiends. Don't you happen to have a fellow disciple here who's offering Yin Corpse Fiends for free?"

"Besides that, there is another method."

"With my instructions, Tian Tong is currently seeking mid-stage corpse cultivators to explore the various caves, ruins, and even secret realms in the northern foothills of the mountain range together."

"With your talent and skill in magic techniques, you are fully qualified to join the exploration team and contribute to His Highness."

The golden bell in her hand jingled, and although it wasn't intentionally aimed at Yan Cheng, it still made the latter stiffen and feel a chill run down his spine.

She laughed and said:

"What His Majesty needs are only spiritual objects of the Yin Sha lineage."

"If you obtain any items imbued with cold energy during your exploration, you are free to keep them for yourself. No true disciple would disregard their status and try to take them from you!"