Longevity begins with alchemy master

Chapter 1156 The Lost Immortal Changes Hands, Blood Refines Divine Qi

"It seems that the Lord of Xilong City and his group have indeed failed."

Under the moonlight.

The Lord of Mofeng City said with a sigh.

Opposite him, Luo Chen approached under the moonlight, his gaze sharp and piercing.

The once stunningly beautiful Xiangfei now looked as dull as an ant, quietly following behind Luo Chen.

Landing on the high-rise building, Luo Chen glanced at the City Lord of Mofeng and couldn't help but let out a soft "Eh."

In his perception of Qi, the Lord of Mofeng City was like a leaky water tank, constantly releasing his Qi outwards.

This situation should not occur in a martial artist who is at the Flawless Realm, whose body is completely flawless.

Those who return are not far from death.

For some reason, Luo Chen remembered this sentence.

Xiangfei looked at the Lord of Mofeng City, a hint of sympathy for his fate showing in her eyes.

Given her current situation, her fate may very well be sealed soon.

If we had truly been able to defeat Luo Chen and divide his primordial spirit, perhaps...

The moment the thought crossed Xiangfei's mind, she was startled and dared not look at Luo Chen's back.

"As expected?" Luo Chen smiled. "So, the City Lord of Mofeng didn't have high hopes for their operation from the very beginning?"

The Lord of Mofeng City gave a bitter smile. "From the moment you arrived in Mofeng City and glanced at me from afar, I knew that your strength was above that of a seventh-ring warrior among those who have broken through nine rings. If it were a third-ring expert, it wouldn't be difficult for you to fight against many. Especially us, one by one... sigh."

Towards the end, the Lord of Mofeng let out a sigh of self-pity.

If there were any other option, who would want to go back?
The City of No Worries is a true holy land of martial arts, a place where one can find hope for breaking through to higher realms!

The Lord of Mofeng City sighed and bowed to Luo Chen, "Senior, you have not come here to interrogate me, but if you have any advice, please feel free to speak frankly."

He's someone who knows how to adapt to the times.

Luo Chen nodded slightly and asked directly, "According to Xiang Fei, among the seven of you, only you have made it to the ninth ring. Is this true?"

"It's true."

"I've heard that the Nine Rings are filled with chaotic energy. What kind of power is that?"

"Chaos, also known as primordial chaos, is a state of utter chaos and extreme violence due to its mixed and chaotic energy."

"It does sound somewhat similar to the primordial energy of heaven and earth in the cultivation world?"

"Senior, you may not know this, but initially there were indeed some cultivators who wandered into Guixu who mistakenly believed that chaotic energy was the same as the primordial energy of heaven and earth, and they entered it to try to cultivate. But the result was that their golden core and nascent soul were shattered, and even the primordial spirit of a great power could not refine a trace of chaotic energy. Only we martial artists can activate the Qi and Blood Furnace to refine a small amount and strengthen our own Qi and Blood."

Luo Chen frowned slightly. "Why is this? Could it be that even those Nascent Soul cultivators who have reached the Divine Transformation stage cannot absorb chaotic energy?"

The Lord of Mofeng City shook his head. "I don't know either. In fact, because the chaotic energy was too violent, it broke through my Qi and Blood Furnace, which is why I was seriously injured and had to leave Worry-Free City."

At this point, he hesitated for a moment, then speculated with an uncertain tone: "It is said that chaotic energy contains trace amounts of fragments of laws, which are highly poisonous to high-level cultivators who specialize in the power of laws."

"Fragments of law?"

Luo Chen was taken aback, then a look of uncertainty appeared on his face.

The Great Destruction Realm—no, it should be called the Land of Ruins!

This world is said to be where the Great Dao has been severed and the laws have been broken. If there are indeed fragments of laws mixed in with the chaotic energy, cultivators would indeed find it difficult to withstand.

But this hypothesis requires a premise!
That is, the laws of the Great Dao condense and take shape, so that they can be broken into fragments.

This is a scene that even immortals wouldn't dare to dream of!

Isn't the Gate of Destruction just a spatial vortex? How could it generate fragments of laws?

If it's not an ordinary spatial vortex, then what exactly is the Gate of Annihilation?
"It seems that hearsay is not always true. If I want to gain something, I will have to go there myself in the future."

The thought flashed through Luo Chen's mind, then he exhaled a breath of stale air and looked down at the Lord of Mofeng City.

Facing his gaze, the Lord of Mofeng City remained completely calm.

What is there to fear for a dying person?
"hehe."

With a light laugh, Luo Chen turned and left.

As mentioned before, he was not there to interrogate anyone, but simply to learn about the situation of the destroyed Nine Rings.

As for the Lord of Mofeng City, letting him die a natural death was Luo Chen's way of showing magnanimity by not having participated in the ambush against him.

"Lord of Sanxiang City?" Lord Mofeng called out to Xiangfei, then hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but stopped himself.

However, Xiangfei could only smile bitterly in resignation.

Although she is not dead, her life and death are now in Luo Chen's hands, and she is no longer free.

"I wonder what my future holds?"

With a sigh in her heart, Xiangfei followed Luo Chen away.

……

A month later.

The City of Lost Immortals.

As evening fell, a group of people emerged from the government office.

City Lord Xiao Feng was at the head, followed by Tie Xiong and others.

If you look closely, you'll see that in addition to Ironclad Pagoda and Silver Hand Yama, there are also Crimson Fire Old Monster, Granny Yu, and others who were sent out long ago.

This was just a normal trip, yet they made such a fuss.

To outsiders, it's utterly baffling.

But only Xiao Feng himself knew what he was guarding against.

"Ten years have passed, and there's still no news from the people stationed in Mofeng City?"

Tie Xiong shook his head with a heavy expression.

Xiao Feng's expression grew increasingly grim, and he even began to regret his initial actions.

Initially, he couldn't tolerate Luo Chen being on equal footing with him, which led to his first act of rebellion.

But after truly witnessing Luo Chen's abilities, even though the other party was superior to him, he was willing to accept it, as long as he could save his own life.

However, over the past ten years, Luo Chen's exploitation of resources has become insatiable, which has completely shaken his rule over the Immortal Remnant City.

In his view, Luo Chen only saw him as a tool, and if he could no longer supply the resources Luo Chen needed, he would be abandoned.

Xiao Feng didn't want to face that day, so he was forced to launch another attack!
This time, however, he was well prepared.

Using the notes of Xiao Lan, an immortal descendant of the Xiao family, and under the pretext that the primordial spirit of an immortal cultivator has a great tonic effect on body refiners, they persuaded the seven returnees, including those from Xilong City.

The costs and benefits that Yixian City had to pay are self-evident.

The seven experts at the Flawless Realm, especially during Luo Chen's weakened period after acquiring the Unforgivable Heavenly Wind, should be able to succeed no matter what!

However, day after day, year after year passed, and he still hadn't received any news of the six people's return.

They sent people to contact the Lord of Mofeng City, but he consistently avoided them.

Over time, Xiao Feng became extremely fearful and even summoned all the powerful figures he could to protect him at all times.

He was afraid that Luo Chen was not dead and would come back for revenge.

"Is there any movement from the Luo residence?" Xiao Feng asked again, unwilling to give up.

Tie Xiong sighed, "Third Sister has been keeping an eye on the Luo family. Apart from the death of Uncle Zhong and Jing Lan promoting a new steward from among the Yan family members, she hasn't taken any action."

"And what about Jing Lan, this woman?"

"She has more guards around her and has spent a lot of money to hire a martial artist at the Furnace Realm. But overall she hasn't done anything out of line and still goes between Renji Hall and Luo Mansion every day."

At this point, Tie Xiong sighed, "Young Master, you don't really need to care about this woman. It seems that Luo Chen doesn't care about Jing Lan. It would be a waste of time and effort to put your mind on her."

Xiao Feng was somewhat unwilling, "I just wanted more security."

If they could take Jing Lan hostage, it might make Luo Chen hesitant to act, and perhaps there would still be a chance for negotiation.

During their conversation, the group had already stepped onto the last ten-mile-long street leading to the Xiao residence.

At the end of the long street is the Xiao residence, and about three miles away is the Luo residence, which was previously bestowed upon Xiao Feng.

This time, however, Xiao Feng couldn't cross the ten-mile-long street.

Just because of one person, who was watching him with a leisurely air.

Clad in white with black hair, possessing striking features and captivating eyes, he drew everyone's attention simply by standing there.

Even Xiao San Niang, who had collapsed lifeless beside Xiang Fei, went unnoticed.

Xiao Feng trembled all over, opening his mouth as if to speak.

"Luo..."

"careful!"

Tie Xiong's expression changed drastically, and he threw a single punch with his left arm.

However, it's too late.

Luo Chen pointed a finger, and a wisp of golden energy shot out, piercing through Tie Xiong's entire left arm with unstoppable force. Then, with the remaining force, he gently touched Xiao Feng's brow.

Xiao Feng's eyes widened as his body slowly collapsed.

Don't rest your eyes!

In an instant, the entire audience erupted in uproar.

Tie Xiong hung one hand at his sides, finding it hard to accept.

He was an orphan whom the old city lord Xiao Lin picked up from the battlefield. He was raised by Xiao Lin and found a famous teacher for him, which enabled him to achieve what he has today.

After Xiao Lin went to Wuyou City, he made up his mind to protect Xiao Feng.

Even though he had reached the realm of perfection, his loyalty remained unchanged, and he was willing to serve under Xiao Feng.

How can they accept their young master dying in front of them now?

In an instant, his eyes turned bloodshot, and he raised his head to glare fiercely at Luo Chen.

However, Luo Chen didn't even glance at him.

"Xiangfei, the rest of these people are yours."

Xiangfei asked softly, "Kill them all?"

"Kill them all, give Yixian City a fresh blood transfusion. I don't need disobedient people. After this is over, have Chu Zhaonan lead the Xuanjia Army to clean up the mess."

After giving his instructions, Luo Chen pushed open the gate of the Luo residence.

Behind her, Xiangfei's eyes swept over the crowd, her gaze gradually turning icy cold.

If it weren't for the instigation of these people from Yixian City, how could they have provoked Luo Chen, this evil star?
How could she, the dignified ruler of Sanxiang City, end up being controlled by others like this?
Although Xiao Feng was dead, her anger had not subsided.

"Then I'll take my anger out on you!"

Xiangfei held a flute and played a mournful tune for the dead.

……

Inside the mansion, there was no clear flute music, only words of concern.

The aging Jing Lan personally served Luo Chen hot tea and inquired about his trip, asking if it had gone smoothly.

Finally, she said with some regret, "No wonder Xiao San Niang and I have become closer and closer these past few years. It turns out she was afraid that you, Brother Luo, would take revenge on them and wanted to use me as a blackmail!"

Luo Chen blew on the hot tea and savored the ordinary tea soup.

Xiao Feng's betrayal was unexpected, yet also understandable.

Ultimately, the power of Yixian City was not something he personally fostered, nor did he invest any effort into it.

All he did was take.

To outsiders, it could even be described as insatiable greed, like drinking blood and eating flesh.

No matter how obedient or fearful they are, they ultimately cannot resist a moment of impulsiveness when faced with a real choice of interests.

Setting down his teacup, Luo Chen calmly looked at Jing Lan.

"If they really use you to blackmail me, what do you think I should do?"

Jing Lan paused for a moment, then said with a smile, "Brother Luo, do whatever you want. Don't worry about me. Actually..."

The woman looked at the fine silks and satins she wore, then glanced around at herself, and continued with a satisfied expression, "To have had these twenty years of good life is my greatest fortune."

"In that case, you shall become the lord of this Immortal Remnant City for me!"

Luo Chen said casually.

It was as if, in his words, being the dignified lord of a city was just an ordinary meal, a sip of tea.

Jing Lan was stunned, her lips trembling. "But I have no martial arts skills, no prestige, and no experience in managing a city."

"It's alright, Xiangfei will assist you. If you encounter any difficulties, just let her help you," Luo Chen said.

This was also the last reason why he spared Xiangfei's life and brought her back.

From the moment the six experts at the Flawless Realm besieged him, he knew that Xiao Feng must have been behind it all.

At that time, he planned to change his agent.

Jing Lan, whom I know well and trust, is the only candidate.

However, this candidate has many shortcomings.

With Xiangfei's assistance, all shortcomings can be perfectly resolved.

With her endorsement, Luo Chen's strength can be spread even further, and the business that Yixian City wants to do in the future can grow bigger and bigger.

It's ultimately a bit too demanding to expect to support one's own cultivation with the resources of an entire city.

But as long as the business grows big enough, it will be able to draw resources from other major cities to support itself, especially places like Xilong and Zijin that have offended it in the past.

"Oh right, let's move!"

……

The change of masters in Yixian City is imminent.

The impact of this event, however, caused a sensation for several months.

But no one dared to question it!

Whether it was Luo Chen's unparalleled strength in killing Xiao Feng in the street, or the Worry-Free Token representing Worry-Free City, it was enough to secure Jing Lan's position as city lord.

After Jing Lan took office, apart from expanding foreign business, all other systems remained unchanged.

The only change is that the Luo family has replaced the former Xiao family!
one year later.

The location of the Luo residence.

The buildings that collapsed during the great battle within the mansion twenty years ago have long been restored to their original condition.

Palaces and pavilions stand in rows, with flying eaves and corners.

In early spring, the rain falls like pearls, continuously dripping from the eaves.

Before the vast Wanli Lake, Luo Chen sat cross-legged in the Guanchao Pavilion, his body shimmering with gold and black.

His eyes were half-open, as if he were watching something.

In the void, unseen by outsiders, there is indeed a curtain of light hanging down.

"I have unknowingly cultivated the Divine Qi to the Grandmaster level. My proficiency is sufficient. Although no special abilities have been developed, it is just right for me to fuse the two major Qi next."

With a thought, Luo Chen closed the attribute panel.

Then, calming himself down, he released the two distinct streams of internal energy within his body.

The moment it appeared, it took on physical form from its own qi.

The Unforgiving Heavenly Gang transformed into a Heavenly Phoenix, spreading its wings and soaring; the Nine Tribulations True Gang evolved into a True Dragon, roaring and howling.

Gazing at the two completely different types of qi, Luo Chen's eyes held a resolute look.

Luo Chen already had a general idea of ​​how to combine these two types of qi.

A slight twitch appeared between his brows, and a drop of bright red blood floated out.

It was the source blood that hadn't been used up when I advanced to the Furnace Realm.

Now only thirty-six drops remain.

This number corresponds exactly to the requirements for cultivating "Divine Qi".

As if guided, the drop of primordial blood drifted to the Heavenly Phoenix True Dragon, like a bright pearl, which the dragon and phoenix held together.

Gradually, the originally golden and black qi was stained with a bloody light.

Refine true qi with blood!
If successful, Luo Chen will be able to possess his own unique Divine Battle Qi – Blood Refined Divine Battle Qi!
(End of this chapter)