Raise a sword!

Liu Qinghe then shared his own cultivation experience.

Although Liu Qinghe was only a Qi Refining cultivator, he had the guidance of elders from his sect, and his knowledge far surpassed that of Jiang Peng, a self-taught cultivator.

Therefore, Jiang Peng listened with rapt attention, and even when she encountered parts she couldn't understand, she kept them firmly in mind.

This was the first time he had ever heard someone preach, and he suddenly found answers to many of the problems he had encountered while practicing asceticism in his past.

Liu Qinghe spoke at length for about half an hour, and finally said, "Finally, let's talk about the matter of switching cultivation methods."

"I wasted several years in the later stages of Qi Refining before realizing that the earlier you switch cultivation methods, the better... All cultivation methods of the same system are of the same origin, which is also part of a cultivator's foundation."

"Fellow Daoists, please do not covet cultivation methods outside the Five Elements. Firstly, they are incompatible with your nature, making it extremely difficult to progress in the later stages of Qi Refining. Secondly, high-level cultivation methods are hard to find, limiting your future prospects."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Peng was startled.

He practiced the "Qi Absorption Technique" taught by Master Hao, which was considered a common qi cultivation method.

However, common items also have their advantages, namely, the entry threshold is extremely low, and anyone with any spiritual root can cultivate.

After arriving at Cangshan Market, Jiang Peng discovered that many independent cultivators were practicing the "Qi Absorption Technique," and his own cultivation was also progressing very smoothly, so he never thought about changing his cultivation method.

Hearing Liu Qinghe mention this matter now, Jiang Peng couldn't help but mutter to himself.

"The so-called martial arts techniques outside the Five Elements probably refer to things like wind, thunder, and poison."

Jiang Peng also had a copy of the "Hundred Poisons Technique" in his hand. This was a technique left behind by the Old Demon Dan, and it was filled with the Old Demon Dan's insights during his cultivation.

This cultivation technique mentions a method for condensing a poisonous body, allowing one to forcibly break through to the Foundation Establishment realm without using Foundation Establishment Pills.

However, this method of breakthrough has many drawbacks. First, it requires collecting hundreds of poisonous substances to refine a poisonous body. Second, there is no possibility of further improvement in cultivation after the breakthrough. Third, this method requires an extremely strong physical body.

Dan Laomo is stuck on the physical body and has been unable to break through it for a long time.

Because of its many drawbacks, Jiang Peng had no desire for the "Hundred Poisons Technique".

But now, after hearing Liu Qinghe's explanation and comparing it with what he had seen and heard in the market, Jiang Peng suddenly realized the power of the "Hundred Poisons Technique".

Liu Qinghe was a disciple of the sect, so he naturally spoke without thinking and didn't care about the techniques outside the Five Elements.

However, a cultivation technique that allows one to reach the Foundation Establishment stage, or even break through to the Foundation Establishment stage without needing Foundation Establishment Pills, is enough to make countless people fight over it, even if its upper limit is only the early stage of Foundation Establishment.

"Even if it's just for training Foundation Establishment warriors for a family or sect, this method is priceless."

Unfortunately, this technique cannot be easily used.

Those who need this kind of skill and can afford a reasonable price are not simple forces.

Suppress the distracting thoughts in your mind.

"Forget it, I should think about switching to fire-based cultivation techniques," Jiang Peng thought to himself.

...

After Liu Qinghe finished his sermon, several other cultivators went up and shared their experiences in cultivation.

Jiang Peng listened attentively.

The trade fair began late at night.

After everyone presented the treasures they wanted to trade, they waited for others to come and negotiate the price.

The mutual aid group only had 9 members, so it was Jiang Peng's turn very quickly.

Jiang Peng took out a talisman, which was the very same talisman that Dan Laomo had used to control him.

After being refined in the Purple Gold Cauldron, the talisman rose a minor grade, from high-grade to top-grade.

"A top-grade Tier 1 puppet talisman, obtained by chance."

Jiang Peng hadn't had a chance to sell this talisman because the puppet talisman was too uncommon and it was difficult to find a buyer.

Secondly, top-grade talismans are too conspicuous.

Jiang Peng knew in advance that there was a trade fair today, and after thinking it over, he realized that this was the only thing worth money, so he aged it up and put it up for trade.

After being aged, the puppet talisman is covered in dust, wrinkled and grayish, clearly indicating that it came from an illegitimate source.

But it's at least much better than the brand-new look after refinement.

Soon, someone took a liking to the puppet talisman.

"Hmm, top-grade talismans are quite rare... Fellow Daoist Jiang, where did you obtain this puppet talisman?"

The person being questioned was Zhang Fushi, the cultivator Liu Qinghe mentioned who had given the last sermon.

"It happened by chance," Jiang Peng replied.

Zhang Fushi understood.

It's normal that people don't want to talk about things that came from illegitimate sources.

He showed no interest in probing further, simply saying, "130 spirit stones, how about that?"

That price is fair.

A first-tier talisman can only withstand a maximum of 200 spirit strikes, and that's only for top-tier talismans used for survival.

The Puppet Talisman is too uncommon.

"Deal." Jiang Peng agreed without hesitation.

...

Even after the trade fair, the gathering continued.

The group discussed the recent situation in small groups, mostly about the beast tide.

This matter was originally unrelated to Jiang Peng, but a piece of news mentioned by Liu Qinghe made Jiang Peng mutter to himself.

"Recently, some people on the northern slopes have been causing trouble under the guise of a beast tide. The person behind it has not yet been found out, so please be extra careful when you go out."

"Using this as an excuse to cause trouble?" A burly man looked worried.

His name is Pang Fei, and he has the cultivation level of the eighth level of Qi Refining. He makes a living by hunting demons in the Earthly Roaring Mountains. He has gathered many independent cultivators under his command and has a certain reputation in the market.

Liu Qinghe nodded and said, "So far, we've only captured one demonic cultivator, but before we could interrogate him, he committed suicide... I can't reveal many of the suspicious points involved, and it's possible that the demonic cultivator was behind it all."

Upon hearing this, someone immediately responded, "I've heard that our sect has recently had some friction with the Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion?"

"That's true, but they wouldn't stoop to tampering with the beast tide." Liu Qinghe chuckled. "Sword cultivators, you know, are all arrogant and think they can travel the world with just a broken sword. In reality, they're cunning enough to trap anyone they can fool."

"The only way they'll cause trouble is to send people to our door."

Everyone laughed.

Jiang Peng laughed along, it seemed to be some kind of sword cultivator joke.

However, he had never dealt with anyone from the Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion, so he couldn't quite understand it.

Within a range of approximately five thousand miles east to west on the northern slope of the Drumming Mountains, there are three Golden Elixir sects.

Cangshan Sect, Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion, and Illusory Sound Sect.

These three sects divided up the territory in the northern foothills, and were evenly matched. Although they were not exactly enemies, they were not exactly friendly either.

Jiang Peng's only connection with the Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion was the sword control technique he practiced, which was the Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion's inherited technique, "Jade Pavilion Sword Nourishing Technique".

It's likely that this method was obtained by Dan Laomo after he killed a disciple of the Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion and looted the corpse.

Jiang Peng only possesses the Qi Refining Chapter of the Jade Pavilion Sword Cultivation Technique, and he may have to deal with the Jade Pavilion Sword Pavilion in the future.

Before we knew it, the gathering had continued until dawn.

The members of the mutual aid society dispersed, and Jiang Peng and Liu Quan left Yutanglou together.

Liu Quan returned to Cangshan Pavilion to take charge, while Jiang Peng leisurely strolled to the northeast corner of the market.

Today is another day for setting up a stall.