Immortality and Cultivation: Starting with Harvesting the Talents of Demonic Beasts

Chapter 40 Walking on Light
Xu Xuyang was taken aback, but continued taking pictures.

Having traded with Lin Changheng for so long, he quite admired Lin Changheng's alchemy skills. Every pill he made was of excellent quality, demonstrating his profound expertise.

However, it has never reached the level of a high-quality pill.

"Buzz~"

The golden light flashed again on the bronze mirror, and this time Xu Xuyang could see it clearly.

"Master Lin, congratulations! You've made progress in alchemy and have refined a fine-quality pill!"

Congratulations rang out, and Lin Changheng smiled and said, "What you've accumulated has finally paid off."

Remain calm and composed, as if nothing has happened.

Seeing the man's state of mind, Xu Xuyang gave him a deep look and nodded, saying, "With such a mindset, Master Lin's future achievements will certainly not be low."

"Thank you for your kind words, senior."

Xu Xuyang continued to identify other elixirs.

Yellow light, yellow light, golden light...

"Another premium pill?"

Xu Xuyang was a little flustered, but mostly pleasantly surprised.

The way they looked at Lin Changheng was like a lustful demon seeing a beautiful woman, or a starving ghost surrounded by delicious food.

"After accumulating experience and gaining a comprehensive understanding, I finally produced another pill after three more furnaces."

Lin Changheng had already prepared his explanation. This meant that he could replicate it, rather than achieving it through random stumbles or chance.

This value is completely different!
"Excellent."

After quickly settling accounts with Lin Changheng, Xu Xuyang paid the spirit stones and sent him off. Then, he hurriedly pocketed the two high-quality pills and left the hall.

They entered the "Guifeng Dojo" at the core.

……

After that, Lin Changheng went to Master Mo's courtyard.

This is another training ground called "Guanxia," built on the main trunk of a mid-grade spiritual vein.

The concentration of spiritual energy is at least three times that of the branch veins.

Those in the mid-stage of Qi Refining or those who are guest elders can stay there.

Neither Lin Changheng nor Tantai Feiyue had the information that they had broken through to the mid-stage.

They still reside in the "Listening to the Tide Dojo".

After shamelessly freeloading off others, Lin Changheng also told him that he was able to refine "high-quality pills".

Immediately, Master Mo's face showed pride, as well as the joy of being a teacher.

The words "I taught you" were almost pressed against my face.

Immediately, Master Mo took out his treasured spirit wine and exchanged toasts with Lin Changheng.

After becoming tipsy, Master Mo also began to talk about the death of his friend.

That was also a mid-grade alchemist named Xu Hanli.

Although he belongs to the "Han" generation, the same generation as "Xu Hanji", he is not a young man, but an old man.

He belonged to the mortal branch of the Xu family and was born in a mortal town. Later, he was discovered to have spiritual roots and a talent for alchemy, so he was taken into the Xu family.

He became friends with Master Mo.

Recently, while gathering materials for alchemy, he was attacked by the Chen family and killed on the spot, his body and head separated.

The elderly man lost his friend, and then his body was dismembered; Master Mo was in unspeakable pain.

"An attack? Could it be the 'Black Dragon Pond Fish Farm'?"

Lin Changheng, who was drinking with his companions, had a sudden thought.

Lin Changheng offered words of comfort and then subtly inquired about the matter. Mo Shi, half-drunk, spoke in a veiled manner, yet managed to elicit a definitive answer from him.

"It really is the 'Black Dragon Pond Fish Farm'!"

Everything is in place.

It was for this reason that Bai Fengxian and others were selected to be stationed there.

"Losing a mid-grade alchemist must be a serious blow to the Xu family, right?"

Lin Changheng thought to himself, "In that case, the Xu family will have no choice but to go crazy on the front lines. They're even thinking about how to launch a sneak attack on the Chen family's rear."

After drinking for a while, Lin Changheng used his magic to dispel most of the effects of the alcohol before taking his leave.

You still need to stay alert when you're walking down the street.

That's the only way to be safe.

He kept thinking to himself, since the Xu family was missing a mid-grade alchemist, should they train another one to fill the gap?
Otherwise, there might be a shortage of pills supplied to external parties. Then he suddenly recalled his elder brother, Xu Xuzhong, the steward of the General Affairs Hall, who had subtly instructed him, "Upon returning this time, you must diligently study the Dao of Alchemy and refine your alchemy skills..."

"hiss!"

Lin Changheng stared in astonishment, then became excited.

"The implication is now clear... perhaps there really is a considerable opportunity!"

At the same time, a night breeze quietly blew by, causing the leaves to rustle and the dark clouds overhead to disperse, allowing moonlight to shine down.

The road ahead is bright and clear; one can walk on its light.

……

In less than half a month.

Then someone came looking for him.

"Whoo~"

Lin Changheng stopped operating the "Li Huo Zhao Ye Yin" technique, which he had practiced to the "proficient" level, and also disconnected the operation of the first-tier low-grade [Gathering Spirit Array].

This spirit-gathering array consumes a considerable amount of energy. It uses spirit stones as a catalyst to gather the energy of the spiritual veins, and it needs to be replaced every three days. It can be used immediately after opening and should not be wasted.

Now that I've mastered the "Burning Fire Under the Night" technique, my cultivation speed has increased by two points. I can feel the progress after each practice session, which is truly satisfying.

Steady progress is addictive.

"coming."

Lin Changheng opened the door, but it wasn't his friend Xianmiao who stood there; instead, it was a female cultivator from the Xu family whom he didn't know. "May I ask what brings you here?"

"The young lady invites you to meet her."

Female practitioners follow the Way of Etiquette.

Miss?
Lin Changheng was somewhat surprised.

In the entire Xu family, the only one who can be called the eldest daughter is Xu Hanji.

The image of a girl in a purple dress immediately came to mind, her demeanor cool and radiant.

She wants to see me?

The two had no regular contact, not even a conversation, so what could she possibly want from them?

Could it be... related to alchemy? That's the only reason, after all, he just revealed a high-quality pill.

"Please lead the way."

Lock the door and follow the female cultivator.

……

Within the Guifeng Dojo.

A quiet and elegant courtyard beside a small waterfall.

Lin Changheng followed the female cultivator and stepped into the place.

This temple is truly different; there is no sign of spiritual energy leaking out of the buildings, but rather it is contained within each room.

They had all set up extraordinary spirit-gathering arrays; their specific grade was unclear, but they were definitely not low-grade.

Moreover, each courtyard is protected by a defensive formation, ensuring maximum security.

Lin Changheng clicked his tongue in amazement, feeling somewhat envious and wanting it. Only a dwelling protected by a powerful array could be called a cave dwelling, right?

"Hurry up and serve tea to Fellow Daoist Lin."

Upon entering the hall, Lin Changheng had just sat down when a cold, clear voice rang out.

It was cold, but not chilly.

It's just his nature, not because he's arrogant.

Lin Changheng turned his head to look. This time, Xu Hanji was wearing a light yellow dress, with a purple ribbon tied in her hair. Her skin was as white as snow, making her look radiant.

Compared to the purple dress, this outfit has less of aloofness and coldness, but more of a girlish charm.

"I've met the eldest lady."

Lin Changheng stood up to greet him, his manner neither humble nor arrogant, his etiquette impeccable.

"Fellow Daoist Lin, please take a seat."

After exchanging some polite pleasantries, Xu Hanji got down to business: "I've heard that Fellow Daoist Lin has been tending the furnace for ten years without ever slacking off. Now that you've reached the next level, you've already refined exquisite pieces. I truly admire you greatly."

Has it finally been mentioned?

Lin Changheng felt relieved, but his expression remained calm. "Miss, you flatter me. It's just that hard work pays off."

Upon hearing this, Xu Hanji smiled with surprise, thinking to himself, "Heaven rewards diligence? That's interesting. I've only ever heard people curse Heaven for being heartless or blind, but this is the first time I've heard this saying."

(End of this chapter)