Immortality Cultivation: I can use my clansmen’s energy and blood to add points.

Qingshuang nodded, she knew Luo Chen was right.

The two returned to the cave and continued to practice.

As the days passed, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang made great progress in their cultivation.

Not only did they make new breakthroughs in martial arts, but they also made new discoveries in weapon refining.

They began to try to combine spiritual power with magical tools to create more magical weapons.

Luo Chen suddenly had an idea while refining the weapon. He thought of a new method of refining the weapon, which could inject spiritual power into the weapon more effectively.

He excitedly told Qingshuang this idea.

After Qingshuang heard this, her eyes sparkled with excitement: "Luo Chen, this is a great idea! If it succeeds, our magic weapon will be even more powerful."

The two immediately began to experiment, applying the new refining method to a magical weapon.

After several days of hard work, a magical weapon emitting brilliant light finally took shape.

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang looked at this magical weapon, their hearts filled with pride.

However, just as they were immersed in the joy of success, unusual movements were heard again outside the valley.

This time, they heard heavy footsteps, as if a more powerful enemy was approaching.

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang immediately picked up their weapons and prepared to fight.

They knew that the enemy this time might be stronger than ever before.

Outside the valley, a group of soldiers in black armor slowly approached. Their leader was a general with a stern face.

The general held a long sword in his hand, with complex runes engraved on the sword, exuding a heart-pounding aura.

"Are you Luo Chen and Qing Shuang?" the general asked coldly.

Luo Chen nodded and answered cautiously: "Yes, we are. Who are you? Why did you bring troops here?"

The general sneered: "I am an ally of Black Wind Village. The owner of Black Wind Village has told me about your affairs. Today I am here to take away the spirit vein and make you pay the price."

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang felt a sinking feeling in their hearts, they knew that this time the enemy was much more powerful than the minions of the Black Wind Village.

The battle was about to break out. Luo Chen and Qing Shuang, relying on their newly refined magic weapons, engaged in a fierce battle with the black-armored soldiers.

The general's strength was even more astonishing, his swordsmanship was extremely sharp, and every time he swung his sword there was a sound of breaking through the air.

Although Luo Chen and Qing Shuang fought hard, they gradually felt powerless.

Just when they were about to collapse, Qingshuang suddenly thought of a solution.

She raised the magic weapon in her hand high and chanted a spell.

The magic weapon began to emit a dazzling light, and a powerful spiritual energy fluctuation emanated from the magic weapon, forming a defensive barrier.

When the general saw this, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but he quickly returned to his cold expression.

He swung his sword at the defensive barrier, trying to break it.

However, the defensive barrier formed by Qingshuang's magic weapon was extremely strong, and the general's attack was unable to destroy it.

Seeing this, Luo Chen immediately seized the opportunity and launched a counterattack.

His figure was as fast as lightning, and the long sword in his hand drew out sharp sword lights, aiming directly at the general's vital points.

Although the general was powerful, he also felt pressured by the combined efforts of Luo Chen and Qing Shuang.

The battle lasted for a long time and both sides were exhausted.

Finally, with a clever combination of skills, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang finally found the general's weakness and defeated him together.

The general fell to the ground, his eyes full of resentment and anger.

He knew that he had been defeated and could no longer pose a threat to Luo Chen and Qing Shuang.

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang looked at the fallen general and breathed a sigh of relief.

They knew that this victory was hard-won.

"Luo Chen, are you okay?" Qingshuang asked with concern.

Luo Chen shook his head and replied with a smile: "I'm fine."

Time flies like water, and several months have passed in the blink of an eye.

During this period of time, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang have made great progress in their cultivation, and their transformation of the valley has become more and more perfect.

However, the peaceful days did not last long.

One day, a mysterious woman appeared outside the valley.

She was dressed in white and had a pretty face, but there was a hint of barely perceptible melancholy in her eyes.

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang approached cautiously, and Luo Chen asked, "Fellow Daoist, what brings you here?"

The woman in white smiled softly, her voice as pleasant as the breeze: "My name is Bai Ling. I heard that there are two young immortal cultivators here, so I came to visit."

Qingshuang frowned slightly. She always felt that Bai Ling had bad intentions, but Luo Chen seemed to have an inexplicable sense of intimacy with Bai Ling.

Luo Chen invited Bai Ling into the valley. The three of them sat in the newly built pavilion and began to talk.

Bai Ling seemed very interested in Luo Chen and Qing Shuang's cultivation experience. She asked some questions from time to time, and Luo Chen and Qing Shuang answered them one by one.

During the conversation, Luo Chen discovered that Bai Ling knew everything about the world of immortal cultivation, and she seemed to have an unknown background.

Bai Ling also expressed her admiration for Luo Chen's weapon-refining skills, and she even expressed her desire to learn the art of weapon-refining.

Although Luo Chen was a little confused about Bai Ling's identity, he still agreed to Bai Ling's request.

He began to teach Bai Ling some basic knowledge of refining equipment, and Bai Ling learned very quickly, which surprised Luo Chen and Qingshuang.

As time went by, the relationship between Luo Chen and Bai Ling became better and better.

They often discussed their experiences in refining equipment and practicing together, and although Qingshuang felt a little jealous, she knew that the relationship between Luo Chen and Bai Ling was purely that of master and disciple.

However, in the third month after Bai Ling came to the valley, an unexpected news broke their peaceful life.

It turns out that Bai Ling is a disciple of a certain big sect. She was sent to get close to Luo Chen for some reasons in order to explore Luo Chen's weapon refining skills.

When Luo Chen learned the news, he was very disappointed.

He thought he had found a like-minded friend, but it turned out to be an elaborate scam.

Bai Ling looked at Luo Chen's disappointed eyes and felt full of guilt.

She knew that she had hurt Luo Chen's feelings, but she also had her own difficulties.

"Luo Chen, I'm sorry, I... I can't help myself." Bai Ling said in a low voice.

Luo Chen was silent for a moment, then slowly said: "Bai Ling, I understand your situation, but I hope you can understand that sincerity is more important than anything else."

Bai Ling nodded, she knew that Luo Chen was right.

She decided to leave the valley and return to her sect to face her own responsibilities and challenges.

"Luo Chen, Qingshuang, thank you for your care during this period. I will remember you." Tears flashed in Bai Ling's eyes.

Luo Chen and Qing Shuang smiled and nodded. They knew that although Bai Ling had left, they would always remember her words. Bai Ling turned and left. Luo Chen and Qing Shuang looked at her back, their hearts filled with emotion.

They know that the path to becoming an immortal is full of uncertainties, but as long as they stick to their beliefs, they will be able to find their own path.

Peace returned to the valley again, and Luo Chen and Qing Shuang continued their practice and refining.

Although Bai Ling has left, they believe that there will be more friends and challenges waiting for them in the future.

In the following days, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang's cultivation continued to improve, and the magic weapons they refined became more and more sophisticated.

Their reputation began to spread in the world of immortal cultivation, and more and more people began to pay attention to this young pair of immortal cultivators.

However, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang did not become complacent because of this.

They know that the path to becoming an immortal is long and difficult, and only through constant effort and exploration can one reach a higher level.

By chance, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang learned about an ancient relic.

It is said that there are countless treasures and secret manuals hidden in the ruins, which can help cultivators break through bottlenecks and improve their cultivation.

This news made Luo Chen and Qing Shuang excited, and they decided to go to the ruins to find out.

However, before heading to the secret realm.

Luo Chen plans to refine more spiritual weapons.

After all, once they entered the secret realm, dangers were lurking everywhere, and he had to be responsible for his own and Qingshuang's safety.

Temporarily, after leaving the valley.

Luo Chen once again went to the auction house in the market.

He wanted to continue acquiring some special refining materials.

"Stop anyone who comes."

In front of the auction house, two practitioners spoke to Luo Chen with a somewhat cold expression.

Luo Chen was slightly stunned. He didn't expect that he would be stopped outside the auction house.

He looked at the two practitioners in front of him. They were wearing uniform clothes and were obviously the guards of the auction house.

"My two friends, I am here to buy some materials for refining weapons. Why are you stopping me?" Luo Chen asked politely.

One of the guards looked Luo Chen up and down, then said, "Our auction house has a rule that non-members are not allowed to enter at will. If you want to enter, you must become our member first."

Luo Chen nodded. He understood that this was a measure taken by the auction house to ensure transaction security and order.

So he took out a token from his arms, which he had obtained in a previous transaction at the auction house.

"This is my token. I have traded here before." Luo Chen handed the token to the guard.

The guard took the token and checked it carefully. After confirming that it was correct, his attitude became respectful: "It turns out to be Master Luo Chen. My apologies. Please come in, please come in."

Luo Chen smiled slightly, took back the token, and walked into the auction house.

As soon as he entered the hall, he was attracted by the lively atmosphere inside.

People were coming and going in the hall, various practitioners were talking in low voices, or carefully examining the items on display.

Luo Chen walked straight to the materials area, where all kinds of strange and exotic materials were placed.

He began to select carefully, thinking about the types and quantities of materials needed this time.

"Master Luo Chen, are you here to buy materials again?" A familiar voice came from behind.

Luo Chen turned around and saw a middle-aged man walking towards him with a smile.

This man was the manager of the auction house, named Zhao Wuji, and had had several transactions with Luo Chen before.

"Manager Zhao, long time no see." Luo Chen also responded with a smile.

"Master, what materials does he need this time? Perhaps I can help." Zhao Wuji asked enthusiastically.

Luo Chen handed Zhao Wuji the list of materials he needed, who looked at it carefully and nodded: "We have all these materials in our auction house, but some of them will soon appear at the auction. Master, are you willing to wait?"

Luo Chen pondered for a moment and decided to wait for the auction.

He believed that he might be able to buy the materials at a more reasonable price at an auction.

"Okay, Master, please follow me. I will arrange a VIP room for you and I will notify you when the auction starts." Zhao Wuji said.

Luo Chen followed Zhao Wuji to a luxuriously decorated VIP room with an excellent view, where he could clearly see every detail on the auction table.

While waiting for the auction to begin, Luo Chen chatted with Zhao Wuji.

Zhao Wuji showed great interest in Luo Chen's weapon-refining skills and asked some questions about it.

"Master Luo Chen, your attainments in weapon refining are truly admirable. I wonder if you would be willing to hold a small weapon refining lecture for our auction house's distinguished guests after the auction?" Zhao Wuji invited sincerely.

Luo Chen thought about it and felt that this was also a good opportunity for communication, so he agreed.

Soon after, the auction officially began.

The atmosphere of the auction gradually heated up, and as rare items were displayed one by one, the atmosphere in the hall became more and more enthusiastic.

Luo Chen sat in the VIP room, looking through the transparent wall at the auction table below.

Zao Wou-Ki sat next to him, introducing to him the items that would be on display from time to time.

"Master Luo Chen, I believe you will be interested in the next item." Zhao Wuji said in a low voice, with a sly look in his eyes.

Luo Chen smiled slightly, said nothing, and just nodded.

He knew that Zao Wou-Ki would not mention an item for no reason; it must have something special about it.

Following the auctioneer's introduction, an ancient refining furnace was presented to everyone.

The surface of this refining furnace was covered with traces of time, but the aura it exuded made Luo Chen feel familiar.

"This refining furnace is called 'Skyfire Furnace'. It is said to have been made by a master refiner in ancient times. It has incredible refining effects." The auctioneer's voice echoed in the hall.

Luo Chen's heart moved. The origin of this Sky Fire Furnace was extraordinary. If he could get it, it would undoubtedly be a great help to his weapon-refining skills.

He decided to bid.

The auctioneer announced the starting price and bidders raised their paddles.

Luo Chen also joined the bidding, his bids became higher and higher, but the other bidders seemed to be determined to win the Skyfire Furnace.

However, Luo Chen's behavior gradually attracted the attention of others.

"Who is this person? He actually tried to steal my things!"

A young man in brocade clothes stared at Luo Chen with displeasure. His followers immediately echoed him, "Sir, this man looks like a nobody. He dares to compete with you for treasures. He really doesn't know his own limitations."

Luo Chen ignored these provocative words. He focused all his attention on the situation on the auction table.

The price of the Skyfire Furnace continued to rise amid the fierce competition among bidders, and Luo Chen's brows gradually furrowed.

He knew that if he wanted to obtain this treasure, he would have to pay a greater price. (End of this chapter)