Cultivating Immortality: I Have a High-Martial World

Chapter 17 Cultivating the Evergreen Technique, Han Jihai's Reward!

Han Jihai was already deeply affected.

Originally, he was afraid that Lin Chen would become arrogant and complacent, so he only said that Lin Chen's talent was acceptable and did not praise him too much.

However, they were still shocked to hear that Lin Chen had entered the Qi Refining stage in just three days.

No, to be precise, Lin Chen only spent two and a half days.

"How long did it take me to reach the Qi Refining stage back then?"

Han Jihai was lost in memories.

That happened almost two hundred years ago.

With dual spiritual roots of wood and fire, he was considered a genius in the sect.

He reached the Qi Refining stage in half a month, but he was already quite proud of that speed.

When his master found out, he rewarded him with a lot of elixirs.

But now, he has taken on a disciple who has reached the Qi Refining stage in just three days.

The difference...

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but think:

"Could it be that I guessed wrong?"

"Chen'er... he's a reincarnation of a Nascent Soul cultivator? Hiss~"

Han Jihai gasped inwardly, but outwardly remained calm.

"Oh? You've entered the Qi Refining stage... Let me verify it."

As he spoke, Han Jihai instructed Lin Chen to circulate his spiritual energy.

Lin Chen didn't hold back and gathered the spiritual energy in his dantian into his hand.

Han Jihai remained silent for a long time after witnessing this scene.

The blow was even greater!

Lin Chen not only entered the Qi Refining stage, but also began to explore the method of attracting spiritual energy...

They have already begun to mobilize the spiritual energy within their bodies!

How long did it take him back then? I think it was almost a month?

At this speed, he's already been called a genius...

Lin Chen looked at Han Jihai, who was silent in front of him, and panicked a little. He said nervously:

"Master, say something! Why aren't you saying anything?"

"Did I do something wrong in my cultivation?"

After hearing Lin Chen's words, Han Jihai finally came to his senses, cleared his throat, and said:

"Ahem, I have indeed entered the Qi Refining stage... Entering the Qi Refining stage in three days, that's not slow!"

"However, you must remember not to be complacent!"

"Your aptitude is considered excellent within the Changchun Sect, but what about outside of it?"

"Let alone the Xuanhuang Continent, even in this Qingzhou region, your talent wouldn't rank among the best."

After a pause, seemingly to strengthen his persuasiveness, Han Jihai continued:

"Do you know Jiang Liqian, who was taken as a personal disciple by the sect leader?"

"Hmm, this is still one of our Changchun Sect's prodigies... She entered the Qi Refining stage three years ago!"

"You should take her as your role model and work hard to catch up!"

After listening, Lin Chen nodded seriously.

His background fostered his humble character and taught him that there are always people more capable than oneself.

"Genius girl, Jiang Liqian... I will catch up with her as soon as possible!"

Lin Chen thought to himself.

Han Jihai observed Lin Chen's expression and, seeing that he remained silent for a long time, assumed that he had been hurt.

So he quickly said:

"Of course, among cultivators, your aptitude is already excellent."

"Now that you have successfully guided Qi into your body, it is time for your master to impart to you the formal cultivation methods!"

Lin Chen was startled upon hearing this, his eyes filled with anticipation.

Han Jihai took out an ancient book, which was slightly yellowed and seemed to be quite old.

Han Jihai slowly said:

"This technique is called the Evergreen Technique, and it is a top-tier technique that can be cultivated to the Core Formation stage."

"It was taught to me by your grandmaster, and it's considered top-tier even within the entire Changchun Sect!"

"This cultivation method belongs to the wood element, which matches your spiritual root... Moreover, the wood spiritual energy obtained from cultivating this method can accelerate the growth of spiritual plants, which is very compatible with our Pill Peak."

"Besides that, the most important thing about the Evergreen Technique is that it can extend lifespan!"

At this point, Han Jihai said with some pride:

"Little Chen, guess how old your master is this year?"

Lin Chen looked Han Jihai up and down. Although his hair and beard were all white, his complexion was rosy and his skin had few wrinkles. He looked like a sage.

Shaking his head slightly, Lin Chen said frankly, "This disciple cannot guess..."

Han Jihai then said:

"I am 223 years old this year!"

Lin Chen was taken aback upon hearing this.

Foundation Establishment cultivators typically live to be no more than two hundred years old, yet Han Jihai lived more than twenty years longer.

Is this the mystery of the Evergreen Technique?

Seeing Lin Chen's surprise, Han Jihai said with a hint of smugness:

"Actually, I could live for another ten years or so... If it weren't for my failed attempt to break through to the Core Formation stage a few years ago, which shortened my lifespan, I could have lived to at least two hundred and fifty!"

"Hmph, the peak masters and elders of the other peaks all think I don't have much time left... They don't even know if they'll outlive me!"

Lin Chen nodded repeatedly after hearing this.

Wood-based cultivation techniques are indeed uniquely advantageous in terms of health preservation and longevity; cultivators with wood spiritual roots are often the longest-living among cultivators of the same realm.

Han Jihai was very satisfied with Lin Chen's obedient attitude, which made him, as the master, very proud.

"Ahem, Xiao Chen... I will now teach you the Evergreen Technique."

"This method is divided into three parts: Qi Refining, Foundation Building, and Core Formation, and each part has nine levels."

"Upon reaching perfection, one can attain the highest level of the Nine-Turn Golden Core..."

After studying for an afternoon, Lin Chen had roughly memorized the Qi Refining Chapter of the Evergreen Technique.

After that, Lin Chen only needs to cultivate on his own to improve his cultivation level.

One level corresponds to the first level of Qi Refining, the second level corresponds to the second level of Qi Refining, and so on...

Han Jihai was very satisfied with Lin Chen's comprehension, so he took out a bottle of pills and said:

"This is the reward I promised you..."

"This pill is called the Marrow Cleansing Pill, which has the effect of cleansing the marrow and strengthening the body."

"But remember, do not take too many pills, otherwise the accumulation of toxins will do more harm than good..."

Lin Chen took the Marrow Cleansing Pill and memorized Han Jihai's teachings one by one.

This was very useful for him, a newbie in the world of cultivation.

Just as Lin Chen was about to return to his room to cultivate, Han Jihai seemed to remember something and said:

"Xiao Chen, when do you plan to go and collect the reward for being the first in the sect to reach the Qi Refining stage?"

Lin Chen thought for a moment and said, "I'll go collect it first thing tomorrow morning, otherwise it would be a huge loss if someone else claimed the reward first!"

Han Jihai shook his head after hearing this and said:

"Just wait one more day, and go pick it up at noon the day after tomorrow."

"Don't worry, apart from that girl Jiang Liqian, even Li Zhenqian, who possesses a true spiritual root, will need at least six days to enter the Qi Refining stage."

"You are highly talented, but you must learn to conceal your abilities. Remember, the tallest tree in the forest is the first to be felled by the wind..."

"Besides, we'll all get the same reward sooner or later. There's no need to take the plunge if there's no real benefit!"

Lin Chen readily agreed after hearing this.

Han Jihai's idea coincided with his.

He just didn't know how fast the other disciples were cultivating and didn't want to miss out on the reward.

Now that my mentor has given me some pointers, there's no need to rush.

After bowing, Lin Chen returned to his room to cultivate.

In the evening, Lin Chen ate the spiritual food and ended his breathing technique practice.

After that, he did not rush to cultivate the Evergreen Technique, but instead took out a bottle of Marrow Cleansing Pills.

The Marrow Cleansing Pill is only the size of a thumb, round in shape, and white in color.

"The Marrow Cleansing Pill is a legendary elixir for martial artists..."

"In the cultivation world, it belongs to the first-grade high-quality pill, and one pill is worth several spirit stones..."

Lin Chen took out the pills and counted them; there were ten in total.

This one bottle of Marrow Cleansing Pill is worth several dozen spirit stones.

"Let's try it out and see if this elixir is as miraculous as the rumors say!"

Lin Chen took out a Marrow Cleansing Pill and swallowed it.

(End of this chapter)