Starting with Taoist priests from Maoshan to cultivate immortality

The first one is the [Mysterious True Talisman Body].

This is a unique physique for creating talismans, which can greatly enhance the owner's understanding of talismans.

The time required to create talismans is reduced by half.

It also possesses an extremely strong combat ability: it can combine hundreds of talismans to unleash power comparable to that of a late-stage Qi Refining cultivator.

Moreover, as Jiang Yu's cultivation level increases, the number of talismans he can collect will also increase, and their power will also greatly increase.

This undoubtedly gave Jiang Yu a trump card, making him more capable of fighting enemies like the Painted Skin Ghost Lao Liu in the future.

However, Jiang Yu sensed a strong smell of money in this.

To activate this ability, one needs to prepare hundreds of talismans and spend nearly a thousand low-grade spirit stones.

He probably won't be able to maintain these conditions for long.

The second noteworthy item is the mid-grade magic weapon, the Green Wood Armor, obtained from the tree spirit.

This is a close-fitting armor made from the heart of a thousand-year-old tree spirit, with extremely strong defensive capabilities.

In critical moments, it can also generate a layer of green wood shield, so that Jiang Yu will not be afraid of being instantly killed at close range by demons and ghosts with strong physical strength.

After taking stock, Jiang Yu sat cross-legged and began cultivating using the Shangqing Zhengqi Technique.

……

The next day, the first quarter of the chen hour begins.

The Heavenly Mandate Treasure Talisman quest has been refreshed.

A magnificent golden coin appeared, with lines of small characters emerging.

"Dangerous Mission [Catch Demons and Exterminate Evil]: Eliminate the demon spies within the Demon Suppression Division."

"Intermediate Quest [Worldly Affairs]: Participate in the Immortal Cultivator Exchange Meeting."

"Daily Task [Do a Good Deed Every Day]: Help the medicine girl A-Li from the Illusion Medicine Workshop sort herbs."

Jiang Yu looked at the information above and murmured:

"I didn't expect that today's mission destinations would all refresh in Guobei County."

His gaze narrowed slightly.

Is there a demon spy within the Demon Suppression Division?

This is unusual.

Moreover, this time the "Catch Demons and Exterminate Evil" mission was not explicitly stated, so it seems that he will need to investigate it himself.

The cultivation trade fair in the "Worldly Affairs" quest should be the one Zhao Lei mentioned a few days ago.

Huanyaofang is the largest pharmacy in Guobei County, employing hundreds of female pharmacists, and Ali must be one of them.

Jiang Yu quickly reviewed the mission in his mind, then slowly stood up, his meridians throbbing.

After a night of cultivation, his depleted spiritual energy from the previous day has been fully restored, and his physical functions have reached their peak.

The rooster crows at dawn.

Then he saw Yingning curled up on the bed.

At this moment, she was in her white fox form, fast asleep on Jiang Yu's bed.

Last night, after playing in the garden, Yingning climbed back into Jiang Yu's room through the window and went straight to bed without saying a word.

Jiang Yu was, after all, a man full of vigor and passion... but fortunately, he had amazing self-control, because even if he were a monster, he would not be able to react to a fox.

Jiang Yu quietly went out and suddenly heard slogans echoing through the streets.

Zhang Tao and the others were drawn in and watched from the doorway.

"Believe in my Mother, and you will enjoy peace and tranquility, free from evil spirits."

A group of dozens of elaborately dressed imperial envoys in yellow robes, holding various implements such as bronze banners and fluttering paper money, chanted slogans in unison, possessing a strange magic that drew everyone to listen unconsciously.

Jiang Yu frowned slightly and said:

"Who are they?"

Zhang Tao explained:

"The Peerless Sect believes in the Eternal Mother."

In recent months, they have amassed a considerable following in Guobei County. They almost always appear on time after each demonic invasion, distributing talismanic water and healing the sick.

Zhao Lei scratched his head and said:

"Aren't they doing quite well?"

Xie Qiyun's expression was solemn:

"The Peerless Sect is not as simple as it seems on the surface. They secretly compete for resources with ruthless methods and even disregard the people of the six major sects."

The Peerless Sect wields considerable influence not only in Guobei County but throughout the entire Yanzhou Prefecture; even the magistrate of Guobei County dares not easily offend them.

After chanting slogans, the members of the Wushuang Sect marched around, attracting a crowd to gather and perform rituals.

In just half a day, many townspeople in Lijia Town became their followers.

Noon.

Just as Jiang Yu was about to head to the county town to collect his reward from the Demon Suppression Division, two disciples of the Peerless Sect, dressed in yellow robes, came to his door.

A middle-aged monk with a square face asked:

"Does Daoist Jiang Yu reside here?"

Jiang Yu frowned and said:

"That's me."

"May the eternal mother bestow boundless blessings upon us."

The square-faced middle-aged cultivator bowed and got straight to the point:

"I heard that Master Jiang Yu destroyed the ghost realm and saved the townspeople of Lijia Town."

After hearing your story, we've decided to give you a chance to join our Peerless Sect.

The big-nosed man next to him said with a fanatical expression:

"This is an incredible opportunity for you; we don't invite just anyone."

For some reason, the way the two spoke was very unpleasant to hear.

However, adhering to the principle of avoiding trouble, Jiang Yu politely replied:

Thank you all for your kind intentions!

"I am a registered Taoist priest of the Maoshan Sect, and therefore cannot join the Wushuang Sect."

Upon hearing Jiang Yu's answer, the two men's expressions immediately turned cold.

"We're not here to discuss things with you, but to get your consent."

All you need to do is honestly agree.

"If it weren't for the fact that you saved the townspeople and have some reputation, would my Peerless Church even want a mere Qi Refining Level 3 cultivator like you?"

Even a clay figure has a temper. Jiang Yu was about to lash out at the unwarranted mockery when Kong Zhenhai shook his head to stop him.

Jiang Yu, with a cold face, cupped his hands and said:

"I cannot see you off further."

The square-faced cult member glanced at Xie Qiyun's uniform and said:

"I'll give you one more day to think about it."

Xie Qiyun stepped forward and said:

"In broad daylight, does your Peerless Sect intend to force us?"

The big-nosed cultist cupped his hands and said:

"This junior officer, my Wushuang Sect, which spreads the gospel of the Eternal Mother, has met with Magistrate Deng."

It's best if you don't meddle in things that aren't your business.

Xie Qiyun's eyes were icy cold:

"What if I intervene?"

A murderous intent flashed in the eyes of the big-nosed cult member.

The square-faced cult member raised his hand to stop him:

"I will come to visit again tomorrow, and I hope you can give me a satisfactory answer."

After the two left, Zhang Tao spat out a mouthful of saliva:

"Pah! What is that?"

Kong Zhenhai, mature and prudent, said to Jiang Yu:

"The Peerless Sect is very powerful, so it's best for us to avoid their sharp edge."

Young friend Jiang has already become an outer disciple of the True Talisman Sect; it would be best for him to join the sect as soon as possible.

"These two have already made a move to their deaths."

Jiang Yu stared at the two figures as they walked away, his eyes narrowing slightly. Then he smiled and said:

"Thank you for the reminder, Senior Kong. I understand now."

Let's not worry about that and hurry up and go to the Demon Suppression Bureau to collect our rewards.

The rewards for breaking through a first-tier ghost domain are quite substantial.

Xie Qiyun pondered for a moment and said:

"It's a bit early to go now."

Yesterday, Uncle Zhou reported the situation here, and Captain He Yuntian of the Demon Suppression Division wants to come personally to commend us.

Jiang Yu pondered for a moment and said:

"It just so happens that Zhao Lei and I are going to attend a cultivators' exchange meeting."

Zhao Lei slapped his forehead:

"Brother Yu, I had completely forgotten about it until you mentioned it. Let's hurry up and go, we can't be late."

The group drove a horse-drawn carriage to the county town.

Two members of the Peerless Cult watched all of this with cold indifference:

"How dare you disrespect the Eternal Mother! You shall be subjected to the ultimate punishment of being burned alive by heavenly fire!"