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The elixir melts upon entering the mouth, transforming into a pure yet gentle yet powerful medicinal force that rapidly integrates into the body, merging with the spiritual energy generated by the self-operating "Evergreen Technique".

Without any deliberate guidance, this torrent, amplified several times over, naturally rushed towards the solid barrier between the sixth and seventh levels of Qi Refining.

"boom!"

A silent roar seemed to resound within my body.

The heavy, obstructive feeling I experienced during previous impacts did not seem so unbreakable this time.

Supported by the meridians reshaped by the Cleansing Meridian Fruit, a vast and solid flow of spiritual energy surged forth like a flood, repeatedly impacting the invisible barrier with power and sustainability far exceeding anything seen before.

Once, twice... the barrier began to loosen.

Li Shen focused intently on circulating his cultivation technique, continuously absorbing the rich spiritual energy in the training room to replenish his energy and maintain his momentum.

After an unknown amount of time, a cracking sound came from inside my body.

The solid barrier blocking our way was suddenly blasted open!

In an instant, an even greater amount of spiritual energy from heaven and earth spontaneously converged towards Li Shen, flowing into his body through the pores of his body.

The dantian suddenly expanded, and the originally abundant spiritual power was quickly diluted, but was then replenished by the frantically surging spiritual energy.

A profound feeling of breaking free from shackles and achieving transcendence washed over my entire body.

His five senses became more acute, the range of his divine sense quietly expanded, and the total amount of spiritual power in his body jumped to a significant level.

Refining Qi to the seventh level, success comes naturally!

Li Shen slowly opened his eyes and exhaled another breath of stale air.

Feeling the abundant spiritual energy within his body, a genuine smile appeared on his pale face.

Enduring the immense pain of cleansing the meridians is ultimately worthwhile.

At this moment, his foundation and immediate combat power are far superior to what they were yesterday.

After a short period of adjustment to stabilize his state, Li Shen turned his attention to the book "Condensing Yuan Technique".

With a long time remaining before the training room expires, Li Shen can use this time to continuously replenish the energy consumed during the compression of spiritual power.

With this in mind, Li Shen opened the "Condensing Yuan Technique" and began to cultivate.

As dusk fell, Li Shen finally emerged from the training room.

Comprehending the Condensing Yuan Technique was not difficult. Li Shen himself was quite comprehension-oriented and had the foundation of the seventh level of Qi Refining. In just half a day, he had already completed the first level of the technique.

Li Shen estimated that he would be able to master the remaining two floors soon.

On his way back to the courtyard, he appeared relaxed, but in reality, his mind was subtly focused as he quietly observed the atmosphere of the inner city.

Fortunately, the atmosphere was no different from usual.

He felt a little more at ease, but he quickened his pace imperceptibly and soon returned to his residence.

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At the same time, in the inner city of Yunhe Mountain, at the Song family mansion, in the reception hall.

"Tang Linfeng, what brings you here?"

Song Kui, the eldest elder of the Song family, sat in the center, took a sip of spiritual tea, and asked expressionlessly.

Tang Linfeng felt annoyed when he saw the other party's attitude.

However, since his cultivation level was inferior to the other party's, and they were on Song family territory, Tang Linfeng had no choice but to hold back and asked with a smile:

"Elder Song, how is the investigation into the demonic path going?"

Upon hearing the words "demonic path," Song Kui paused briefly while drinking tea, put down his teacup, and quickly came to an answer after a moment's thought.

He solemnly stated his guess:

"Has the Tang family also encountered demonic forces?"

Tang Linfeng did not answer first. Instead, like Song Kui had done before, he took a sip of his drink and then slowly recounted the Tang family's encounter with the demonic path and his current analysis and judgment.

The details of the Dimai fruit are naturally omitted.

"Was this person present at the banquet? And is he already at the early Foundation Establishment stage?"

Song Kui pondered for a moment, then narrowed his eyes slightly:

"After all, several months have passed since this incident. I feel that it would be pointless to ask the Zhao family for the list again. Since we have confirmed that the other party is in the market, we might as well gather all the Foundation Establishment cultivators in the market together and search them secretly."

"Gather together?"

Tang Linfeng was puzzled. This matter was easy to talk about and indeed quite straightforward, but without a sufficiently attractive reason, it would be difficult to achieve.

"Please explain in detail, Elder Song."

Song Kui lightly tapped the chair arm with his fingertips, his eyelids slightly raised:

"My Song family has recently received news of an opportunity. Perhaps we can use this as a pretext to lure everyone here."

"Opportunity?"

Tang Linfeng was even more puzzled.

Regardless of what kind of opportunity could be so attractive, the Song family was actually willing to use the opportunity they possessed as bait.

"good."

Song Kui said in a deep voice:

"I have information about the final resting place of a Golden Core cultivator."

"A Golden Core cultivator?!"

Tang Linfeng exclaimed in surprise.

Such an opportunity would indeed be enough to tempt any Foundation Establishment cultivator.

"We can use this as an excuse to bring the Zhao and Zhou families together for a meeting. On the surface, it will be an invitation for fellow Foundation Establishment cultivators from all sides to explore the lost mansion and share clues, but in reality, it will be a covert investigation."

If that demonic cultivator is truly at the Foundation Establishment stage and is still lurking in the market, given his previous actions, he certainly wouldn't be able to resist the temptation of a Golden Core relic...

Tang Linfeng's eyes lit up, and he replied:

"At that time, we can secretly investigate and identify suspicious individuals, and then, by combining the strength of the four families, we will surely be able to destroy this organization."

"Great plan!"

Tang Linfeng subconsciously uttered a word of praise.

As soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly remembered something, frowned slightly, and asked:

"The allure of the Golden Elixir Relic is great, but it can also easily arouse suspicion. If it is suspected of being a trap, it may be difficult to achieve our goal."

This concern is genuine, but it also implies that Tang Linfeng is testing whether the statement is true.

A glint of light flashed at Song Kui's fingertips, and a token appeared in his hand.

"This token is the Xuanhuo Token, the key to unlocking the cave dwelling of the Xuanhuo Venerable. The Xuanhuo Venerable was a mid-stage Golden Core cultivator who, fifty years ago, failed to find a breakthrough opportunity and passed away in the cave he had created deep in the Prison Mountain. It is highly likely that it contains his life's accumulation."

Tang Linfeng had heard of the Xuanhuo Master mentioned by Song Kui.

It can also be said that most of the Foundation Establishment cultivators who have lived in Yunhe Mountain Market for a long time know about this matter.

However, due to the lack of information on the exact location of the Mysterious Fire Token and the ruins, they had no choice but to give up.

I never expected that the Song family would be found.

He was startled. He could indeed sense the majestic aura of a Golden Core cultivator emanating from the Xuanhuo Token in Song Kui's hand. This item must be genuine.

It seems the Song family really went all out.

"If this matter succeeds, the Tang family will never forget Elder Song's kindness."

Tang Linfeng solemnly cupped his hands in greeting, then subtly changed the subject:

"But since we've used this as bait, what will happen to the estate's possessions after the deed is done?"

Song Kui's gaze sharpened, clearly displeased.

Tang Linfeng immediately realized that his words had been somewhat presumptuous, and quickly added:

"Elder Song, please don't take offense. My point is that if we're going to set up a scheme, all the details must be agreed upon in advance so that it will seem natural and avoid arousing suspicion."

Song Kui's expression softened slightly after hearing this:

"I will tell you the specifics of how to allocate them during the meeting, so Elder Tang need not worry about it."

I will personally speak with the Zhao family. As for the Zhou family, I will trouble Elder Tang to make the trip.

"Furthermore, I will release the news in the next two days, and other Foundation Establishment cultivators in the market will also hear about it."

"it is good."

Tang Linfeng agreed, exchanged some clues about the demonic path with Song Kui, and then took his leave.

After his figure disappeared outside the mansion gate, the side door of the reception hall opened slightly, and Song Tiancheng, the head of the Song family, walked in slowly.