Immortality and Cultivation: I Have Too Many Talents

Chapter 159 Mastery of Water Release Techniques (10,000-word update, please subscribe)

"Really not!"

Shen Xuan refused outright.

He has more than twenty of each of the finest thunder talismans and the finest poison talismans.

But this was his means of protecting his life.

It must not be sold lightly.

He couldn't give the Gu family head the impression that this matter was negotiable.

Otherwise, it will be difficult to deal with them in the future.

"I have some essence blood of the Golden Claw Divine Eagle. Fellow Daoist Gu, would you be interested?"

"The essence blood of the Golden Clawed Divine Eagle?"

The head of the Gu family pondered for a moment.

The Golden Clawed Divine Eagle is a metallic demonic bird with formidable strength, and its essence blood is more precious than that of ordinary water-type demonic beasts.

The clansmen beside him, however, had their eyes shining.

"Homeowner..."

The head of the Gu family raised his hand, stopping the clansmen from speaking.

"I have some essence blood from a Crimson-striped Carp. I wonder if Master Shen would be willing to exchange it?"

Red-striped carp?

"Can!"

It seems like they're at a slight disadvantage.

However, Shen Xuan was quite happy to be able to trade for the essence blood of a useful water-attribute demon beast.

After all, the essence blood of the Golden Claw Divine Eagle was useless to him.

After the transaction.

The two of them felt a mutual respect and appreciation.

"Master Shen, if the Gu family obtains the essence blood of another water-attribute demon beast, could we trade it for high-quality lightning talismans and high-quality poison talismans?"

Shen Xuan pondered for a moment and said, "It depends on the quality of the blood essence. If it's the blood essence of a water-type demon beast like the Shadow Octopus, then it's acceptable!"

He didn't rule out any possibility of definitive conclusions.

As time goes by, Shen Xuan will gradually accumulate high-quality lightning talismans and high-quality poison talismans.

Offering a portion of the blood essence from water-attribute monsters in the trade is also an option.

The prerequisite is that the blood essence of the water-type monster must be of a high grade, which can effectively enhance his combat power.

As for spiritual root aptitude, it's not so urgent at the moment.

Once you reach a certain level, a difference of a few points won't have a significant impact on your spiritual practice.

"That's good. I hope we'll have the opportunity to work together again in the future."

The head of the Gu family said with a smile.

"By the way, Fellow Daoist Gu, could you please tell me the locations of the waters where the Shadow Octopus is found?"

"Convenient! What's inconvenient about it!"

The Gu family head took out a jade slip depicting the geography of the East Sea, marked a certain sea area, and handed it to Shen Xuan.

"Thank you, Fellow Daoist Gu."

The two sides exchanged words, and the atmosphere actually became more harmonious.

"If there is a chance, Master Shen, you can board our Gu family's warship and go to the East China Sea for a visit."

"There's a chance."

Shen Xuan neither agreed nor disagreed with the invitation from the Gu family head.

He is a true disciple of the Qingyun Sect.

The Gu family dared not plot against him.

They finally reached the East China Sea.

Even if the patriarch of the Gu family were to take action, Shen Xuan would not be afraid.

The two chatted for a while.

The Gu family head left with his clansmen, satisfied.

We went straight out of Longmenfang Market.

"Shen Xuan's strength is unfathomable; we must not offend him lightly."

The Gu family head then put on a stern face and spoke to the clansmen beside him.

"Let's not get involved in what's between Lei Yaoyang and him!"

……

After seeing off the two cultivators from the Gu family, Lü Zhengying closed the door to the private room and activated the access control.

"Senior Brother Shen, how is it?"

"Fortunately."

Shen Xuan sipped the spiritual tea on the table, mentally reviewing the words and expressions of the Gu family head.

"One thing is certain: the Gu family has secretly investigated you and me."

"They're probably after me."

Shen Xuan quickly sorted out his thoughts.

The Gu family does indeed need and is willing to trade high-quality thunder talismans and high-quality poison talismans.

Before they arrived, they probably had no evidence to prove Shen Xuan's skill level in talisman making.

Until Shen Xuan took out the high-quality thunder talisman and poison talisman.

The expression on the head of the Gu family had clearly changed.

They became exceptionally cautious.

Afterwards, they continued to extend goodwill.

“I’m always cautious and have no enemies. The Gu family has ties with all the major sects, so they are very likely…”

Shen Xuan sighed softly.

"I hope I'm wrong."

"The only one who still thinks of me is Lei Yaoyang of Thunder Peak!" "Ah!"

Lü Zhengying was dumbfounded.

On second thought, Shen Xuan's words made perfect sense.

"How could Lei Yaoyang do this!"

He said indignantly, "We have always respected him and have never provoked him, so why should we do this!"

"A common man is innocent, but possessing a treasure is a crime! You and I are both friends of Junior Sister Qin, and Lei Yaoyang has been plotting against her all along!"

Shen Xuan was also speechless.

He has all gone into hiding in Qingyang Prefecture.

Lei Yaoyang was still causing trouble behind the scenes.

Fortunately, he really could make high-quality lightning talismans and poison talismans.

Only then did the Gu family change their attitude.

Only strength can subdue the opponent.

"Senior Brother Shen, what should we do?"

"Lei Yaoyang wouldn't dare to do anything reckless. Be careful, and don't go out alone!"

Lei Yaoyang cannot bear the guilt of killing a fellow disciple.

Shen Xuan estimated that this was just a test.

"Should we report this to the Enforcement Hall?"

"No need. Without any evidence, just be more careful."

Shen Xuan shook his head and said, "That Patriarch Gu is a smart man and won't be manipulated by others."

Without sufficient benefit, a wise person would not participate in the struggles among sect disciples.

Shen Xuan instructed Lü Zhengying to be wary of Lei Yaoyang, pretend to be unaware of the situation, and proceed with caution.

Once Qin Yuehan breaks through to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage, Lei Yaoyang will shift his focus to Qin Yuehan.

……

After returning to Tingyuxuan.

Shen Xuan devoted himself to cultivation.

Not long after, Lü Zhengying sent a message that Lei Yaoyang was about to break through to the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment and was acquiring various lightning-attribute spiritual items.

Qin Yuehan has been in seclusion and has not emerged, most likely preparing for a breakthrough.

After Qin Yuehan condensed her Azure Wood Spirit Body, Shen Xuan used the [Insight Technique], [Illusion-Breaking Spirit Eye Technique], and [Auspiciousness-Seeking and Misfortune-Avoiding Technique] to examine her in turn.

His foundation in Tao is profound, and his spiritual power is pure.

Breaking through to the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment shouldn't be a problem.

really.

A few days later, Lü Zhengying sent another message, informing Qin Yuehan that she had successfully advanced to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage and that a celebration was being held at Xiaogu Peak.

However, Qin Yuehan only invited a few senior and junior sisters from Xiaogufeng.

However, it was Master Gufeng who publicized Qin Yuehan's breakthrough to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage among the higher-ups of the Qingyun Sect.

It is said that Qin Yuehan has an iron will, unlimited potential, and a bright path in the Dao, and may condense an inner core in the future.

These words were probably meant for the Sect Leader and True Person Tianlei, among others.

……

Shen Xuan is wealthy, possessing 130,000 spirit stones.

I obtained the essence blood of the Silver Hook Sea Serpent and the essence blood of the Red-striped Carp from the ancient family's trade.

Shen Xuan plundered the essence and blood of the Crimson-striped Carp.

[Talent: Overturning Rivers and Seas (Mastery) (36/1600)]

【Daoyun: 4218】

Let's look at the mysterious jade talisman again.

[Water Control], [Self-Healing], [Breath Concealment], and [Invisibility] are all perfected.

[Water Repeller], [Critical Strike], [Iron Bones], [Longevity], [Insight], [Immunity to All Poisons], [Silver Hook Poison], [Overturning Rivers and Seas], [Infinite Strength] are all at their highest level.

Although the skills [Water Escape], [Overturning the Sea with Lightning], [Seeking Good Fortune and Avoiding Misfortune], [Attracting Wealth and Treasure], and [Deep Sea Lurking] are only at a minor level, they are still being improved.

The useless skills of "riding the clouds" and "gliding through the air" are merely those of proficiency.

Shen Xuan thought for a moment.

Consume the accumulated Dao Points on the [Water Escape Technique].

[Talent: Mastery of Water Release (128/1600)]

Safety first at all times.

Running fast is absolutely important.

The four talents, namely 【Overturning the Sea with Thunder and Lightning】, 【Seeking Good Fortune and Avoiding Misfortune】, 【Attracting Wealth and Treasure】, and 【Diving into the Deep Sea】, are all auxiliary functions that can be improved gradually. There is no need to rush them or consume precious Daoist points.

With a complete supply of Silver Hook Sea Serpent essence blood, Shen Xuan crafted nearly two hundred [Silver Hook Serpent Venom Talismans].

More than forty of them are of exceptional quality.

[Silver Hook Snake Venom Talisman: Minor Success (288/800)]

Relatively speaking, the [Silver Hook Snake Venom Talisman] is easier to obtain and has a higher success rate than the [Evil-Breaking Divine Thunder Talisman].

Fortunately, the skill of the [Breaking Evil Divine Thunder Talisman] is also improving, and it's not far from reaching the minor mastery stage.

[Dispelling Evil Divine Thunder Talisman: Proficient (368/400)]

Both of these talisman skills can be improved using Daoist Points.

However, the improvement effect diminishes as time goes on.

It's better to study hard and practice diligently.

"It's time to go back to Cloud Abyss Immortal City!"

It has been five years since I left Yunyuan Immortal City.

No one cared about the passing of Master Qingyuan.

He was going to take a look, visit old friends, and acquire some high-grade water-attribute monster essence blood.

(End of this chapter)