Mortal Cultivator: Lin Tianzun

Chapter 79: Planning the Path to Immortality and Heading to Wanbao Tower

Dusk, like a soft veil, quietly enveloped the earth. Lin Fan returned to his cave at that very moment. He raised his hand and gently brushed away the dust from his clothes. These tiny specks of dust silently witnessed his busy day.

As he entered the cave hall, he was instantly enveloped by a serene and tranquil atmosphere. Through the cracks in the spirit stones embedded in the cave walls, a few faint yet vibrant rays of light seeped out, like playful elves, weaving patches of light and shadow across the ground.

Lin Fan strolled over to an ancient stone bench. Its surface, smooth with age, exuded a sense of weight and antiquity. He slowly sat down, his aura gradually fading like a tide. He closed his eyes slightly, and as if a picture scroll were playing in his mind, he methodically sorted out his future cultivation plans.

Refining his natal magic weapon was undoubtedly his most pressing task. On the long road to immortality, his natal magic weapon was like a cultivator's second life, closely connected to his soul and a core extension of his strength. The process of refining his natal magic weapon was a matter of utmost care, and interference by others was a grave taboo. To successfully refine it, one must master the profound art of refining.

Lin Fan's eyes narrowed slightly, a thoughtful glint flickering in them. He mused to himself, "The materials for my natal magic weapon are still young, and they'll need several years of careful cultivation before they're usable." This period of time, however, would allow him to fully dedicate himself to the study of the art of refining. He resolved to head to the market early tomorrow morning to purchase a large collection of ancient tomes and materials on refining. He planned to begin by learning the fundamentals, taking steady steps. Afterward, he would seek out opportunities to humbly learn from the hidden master refiners within the market, hoping to quickly master this exquisite art.

Lin Fan suddenly remembered that the Yellow Maple Valley's collection of classics seemed to include some texts on weapon refining. He decided to make a copy sometime and bring it back for careful study. Perhaps he could combine the Yellow Maple Valley texts with the refining texts he'd purchased from the market, drawing on their essence to find a method that would best suit his own refining skills.

Possessing a powerful defensive magic weapon was equally urgent. A top-grade defensive magic weapon could act like a solid barrier to repel fatal attacks and protect oneself in critical moments of life and death. If one were fortunate enough to find a top-tier magic weapon for protection, it would undoubtedly be the icing on the cake, instantly increasing one's strength. Lin Fan looked up at his storage bag, a glint in his eyes. The materials currently in the bag were sufficient to refine a top-tier ancient treasure—the "Ice and Fire Shade," but a few auxiliary materials were still needed. Several rare materials quickly emerged in his mind, and fortunately, he already had a few on hand. He thought about trying his luck at the market to see if he could gather the remaining materials. Even if the materials in the market were of lower quality, it wouldn't matter. He could cultivate them with the Qiankun Creation Cauldron and then refine a top-tier defensive ancient treasure, thus providing an additional layer of solid protection for his own safety.

After the natal magic weapon is refined, it's time to cultivate the magical skills of the Jindan stage. The Sword Light Splitting Technique allows a single sword beam to be transformed into multiple beams, striking the enemy with the swiftness of a storm, leaving them defenseless. The Sword Formation Technique, centered around the natal magic weapon, creates a mysterious sword formation to trap and kill foes. When combined with the Sword Light Splitting Technique, its power is truly terrifying. The Sword Escape Technique is even more miraculous, allowing one to merge with the natal magic weapon into a stream of light, instantly teleporting hundreds of miles. The higher the cultivation level, the greater the distance the teleportation can reach, making it a truly life-saving technique. Furthermore, the unique Sword Yuanli of the Sword Cultivator requires special techniques to condense the mana from the Dantian into Sword Yuanli. Combined with the Sword Cultivator's sword techniques and sword formations, this Sword Yuanli makes it easy to defeat foes of higher levels.

Beyond mastering magical skills, the art of formations is equally crucial. Deep within the Spirit Stone Canyon, the mysterious ancient teleportation array lingered in Lin Fan's mind. Although a corner of this ancient teleportation array had been damaged, repairing it would open a passage to the Chaos Star Sea. The Chaos Star Sea is a mysterious land filled with endless possibilities, teeming with countless demonic beasts. These beasts represent demonic cores, which in turn can be refined into high-quality elixirs to elevate one's cultivation. To achieve this goal, Lin Fan decided to delve deeper into the art of formations, specifically focusing on teleportation arrays. Once his knowledge is complete, he will attempt to repair this ancient teleportation array.

In addition to these plans, Lin Fan also harbored a yearning for the legendary celestial treasure, the Xutian Ding. Possessing the power to reach the heavens and penetrate the earth, obtaining it would greatly enhance his own strength. Upon arriving at the Chaos Star Sea, Lin Fan planned to seize the Xutian Ding at a crucial moment, if the timing was right. The Bu Tian Dan within the Ding, a miraculous elixir capable of enhancing the aptitude of spiritual roots, also piqued Lin Fan's interest. Spiritual roots, the foundation for a cultivator to absorb the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, directly determine the speed and depth of their cultivation. If he could obtain the Bu Tian Dan and cultivate it with the Qiankun Creation Ding, perhaps the Dan's efficacy would be enhanced, further enhancing the aptitude of his own spiritual roots.

Finally, Lin Fan planned to gather the various spiritual herbs required for the Jindan stage elixir recipe and use the Taiqing Jade Purifying Bottle to stimulate their production. Although this process would be lengthy, Lin Fan was unhurried. He knew the path to immortality was inherently fraught with hardship and waiting, but with perseverance, there would be rewards. On this path filled with unknowns and challenges, he would tread resolutely, step by step, towards ever-higher realms.

Lin Fan hadn't had a good sleep for a long time. He lay down on the bed and soon fell asleep, snoring gradually becoming louder.

It wasn't until midday the next day, when sunlight filtered through the cracks in the cave, casting dappled shadows, that Lin Fan slowly awoke. He opened his eyes, feeling refreshed, his fatigue swept away, his face brimming with energy. But the next moment, he realized, with a startled realization, that he had overslept. But Lin Fan didn't feel upset. Instead, his lips curled up, and he chuckled to himself. This rare, deep sleep brought him joy, both physically and mentally.

He stretched lazily, stood up, and walked to the eye of the Spirit Spring. The spirit beast egg lay quietly beside the spring, shrouded in the aura of the spring, yet there was still no sign of hatching. If Lin Fan hadn't frequently used his spiritual sense to carefully investigate, truly sensing the faint hint of life within the egg, he would have thought it was dead. Ever since the egg recognized its master, Lin Fan and it had developed a strange spiritual connection. Through this connection, Lin Fan could vaguely sense the movement of life within the egg, knowing it was still growing. However, he couldn't understand why the spirit beast egg, nourished by such rich spiritual energy, had yet to hatch. Lin Fan frowned, staring at the egg in thought for a long time, but he had no clue. But he wasn't anxious. The world of immortal cultivation was full of unknowns and mysteries. He believed that the spirit beast egg would hatch only a matter of time. Lin Fan turned and strode out of the cave. In an instant, spiritual energy surged through his body, and his form transformed into a dazzling streak of light. With a fierce gust of wind, he pierced the clouds and soared into the sky, hurtling towards Tainan Market at lightning speed. Along the way, mountains and rivers flew past his feet, and the scenery flashed by like a slide show.

"I wonder if Wanbaolou can gather all the materials I need this time," Lin Fan pondered, a hint of anticipation in his eyes. He had previously carefully recorded the details of the required materials, medicinal herb seedlings, and seeds on a jade slip. Those materials were rare, varied, and required in considerable quantities, making them a real challenge to collect.

The thought had barely left his mind when, in a split second, Tainan Market came into view. As a Jindan-stage cultivator, Lin Fan's speed far surpassed that of an average person, at least five or six times that of a Foundation Establishment cultivator. Furthermore, among Jindan-stage cultivators, he was also a peak performer, far surpassing the norm.

A restricted airspace existed above the market town, forcing ordinary cultivators to retract their flight lights and enter on foot. However, Lin Fan ignored this restriction and, with his powerful spiritual energy, he pierced through it, soaring unimpeded. In the blink of an eye, he landed steadily in front of the Wanbao Tower.

The moment he landed, Lin Fan's aura emanated, and the powerful pressure unique to the Core Formation Stage swept over him like an overwhelming force. Passing cultivators, whether in the Foundation Establishment or Qi Condensation stages, trembled in shock, casting awe-inspiring glances at him. Lin Fan, with a composed demeanor, walked towards the Wanbao Tower, ready to begin his material search.

Wanbao Tower's spiritual energy fluctuation monitoring array keenly detected Lin Fan's powerful aura, and the news instantly spread throughout the building. The shopkeeper, Liu Ruyan, a graceful middle-aged beauty, immediately put aside her work and hurried out to greet him.

She walked lightly, a look of trepidation on her face, as she approached Lin Fan, bowed slightly, and said respectfully, "Greetings, Senior. I am Liu Ruyan, the owner of Wanbao Tower. I wonder if you've come to Wanbao Tower to purchase resources for cultivation? It would be an honor to be of service to you, Senior."

As Liu Ruyan spoke, her eyes remained downcast, not daring to look directly at Lin Fan, fearing that even the slightest mistake would offend this powerful Jindan-stage master. She knew full well that in this world of immortal cultivation, where the strong prey on the weak, a master of Lin Fan's caliber could decide someone's life or death with a flick of his finger.

In the world of immortal cultivation, the strength of a Jindan-stage cultivator is truly terrifying, possessing immense magical powers in every gesture. Although Wanbaolou boasts a profound heritage, it would never dare to easily make an enemy of a Jindan-stage expert.

Sensing the powerful pressure released by Lin Fan, the guys in the building dared not slack off at all. They all straightened their backs, stood upright, their eyes full of awe and fear.

They dared not even breathe, fearing they might accidentally anger this evil spirit. The accountant behind the counter paused fiddling with his abacus, his fingers trembling slightly as beads of sweat formed on his forehead. The usually articulate waiter now kept his mouth shut, lips pursed, and occasionally stole glances at Lin Fan, his expression intense.

Everyone stood by cautiously and nervously, their eyes fixed on Lin Fan's every move, hoping to understand the needs of this senior in time, serve him well, and make sure nothing goes wrong.

(End of this chapter)