Immortality and Cultivation: I Have Too Many Talents

Chapter 265 The Mystic Alchemist (Seeking Subscriptions)

Shen Xuan concealed his aura and changed his appearance.

He disguised himself as an old, wandering cultivator at the Foundation Establishment stage.

Upon arriving in Weiwu County, he went directly to the Qi family and presented them with a visiting card.

"Are you Master Shen Fu?"

When Qi Wanqing saw Shen Xuan, she didn't recognize him.

The invitation was signed: Li Haifeng, a rogue cultivator.

Reminded by Li Ruyi, Qi Wanqing exclaimed in surprise.

"Fellow Daoist Qi, what business do you have with me?"

Shen Xuan vaguely guessed Qi Wanqing's intention.

"Come in and we'll talk!"

Qi Wanqing warmly invited Shen Xuan to her residence, where she hosted him privately.

In the secret room, the two enjoyed tea and conversation.

Qi Wanqing handed over a geographical jade slip.

"The nautical chart that the man gave me when I bought the blue-striped octopus years ago."

"The habitat of the blue-striped octopus is marked inside."

Qi Wanqing briefly recounted how she purchased the blue-striped octopus years ago.

"That person should be a late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivator specializing in water magic, and is skilled in poison techniques."

"It's very likely a poison cultivator. My method of poisoning was taught to me by that person."

Shen Xuan asked about the man's appearance.

He was short and stocky, dressed in black and wearing a straw hat.

He does resemble one of his old friends.

However, this was just a side story.

Shen Xuan only asked about the blue-striped octopus casually.

The person who actually sought him out to discuss business was not Qi Wanqing.

Instead, he meditated on Li Ruyi.

"Sister Ruyi has regained some of her memories."

As she spoke, Li Ruyi emerged from the Soul-Nourishing Wood at her waist.

"If you have seen Master Shen Fu."

Shen Xuan quickly returned the greeting.

Li Ruyi's actual age is much older than his.

Before switching to meditation, he was a second-tier high-grade alchemist.

Shen Xuan dared not underestimate him.

"Fellow Daoist Li, is there something important you need from me, Shen?"

"I am 70% confident that I can successfully refine the Pure Foundation Pill."

Li Ruyi said softly.

Shen Xuan remained expressionless, but a thought suddenly occurred to him.

He has been collecting the main and auxiliary materials for Jingjidan.

To say that he has no interest in Jingji Dan would be hypocritical.

Elixirs that can improve the quality of one's Dao foundation are extremely tempting to him.

Three-drug.

Elixirs are no exception.

Shen Xuan rarely takes elixirs.

On the one hand, the price of the elixir was high.

On the other hand, forcing growth is not what he wants.

He would rather spend more spirit stones to increase the concentration of spiritual energy using the spirit-locking array.

After obtaining the [Water Spirit Absorption], there's no need to take ordinary elixirs anymore.

After learning the [Gnawing on All Things] technique, he could devour and refine ten catties of second-tier demon beast meat every day to increase his basic source spiritual power, and his cultivation speed would skyrocket.

It even surpasses the direct instruction of a Golden Core cultivator within a sect.

You should know that what he practices is the [Divine Treasure Ocean Technique], which has health-preserving functions.

The cultivation technique is renowned for its vast and powerful spiritual energy.

In fact, for cultivators practicing the [Divine Treasure Ocean Technique], the cultivation speed should not be too fast.

The right path is to solidify one's foundation and proceed step by step.

For example, the Demonic Sect's cultivation techniques progress rapidly in the early stages, but the pace must slow down after reaching the late Foundation Establishment stage.

Otherwise, with a weak foundation in magic and turbid magical power, one will be unable to control it and will be easily devoured by the backlash of demonic arts, potentially leading to qi deviation and demonic possession.

Therefore, the Pure Foundation Pill is of great significance to Shen Xuan.

[Gnawing on All Things] allows one to refine the essence of spiritual objects and make them one's own.

After all, it's foreign spiritual energy, so there will be some rejection.

Small quantities are easier to handle.

Continue, year after year.

When there is too much external spiritual energy, it overshadows the main energy source.

It also carries the risk of spiritual backlash and demonic possession.

According to the prescription.

The main function of the Purifying Pill is to purify the impurities in the Daoist source spiritual power and refine the spiritual power.

Although it does not have the effect of liquefying and solidifying the sea of ​​spiritual energy.

But it does have a purification and refining effect.

This slightly improves the quality of the roadbed.

"Seventy percent? That's quite a lot."

Shen Xuan smiled and nodded.

“Master Shen, I am willing to refine the Foundation Purification Pill for you.”

Li Ruyi's expression was sincere, and a hint of expectation appeared in her eyes.

Shen Xuan was still hesitating.

He possesses a mysterious jade talisman; by simply following the steps, he can steadily advance in rank.

There are no level-based challenges in the Lesser Realms.

However, Shen Xuan was unsure whether he could form a core after reaching the Foundation Establishment stage.

After all, the chances of an ordinary cultivator forming their core are too low.

A celestial spiritual root is one in ten thousand among cultivators.

However, those who can successfully condense their inner core are all exceptional geniuses, one in ten thousand.

Or the kind where the path is planned from childhood, with everything from wealth and companionship to legal and land resources, and top-tier support along the way.

Ordinary cultivators, let alone condensing an inner core.

There wasn't even a chance to try.

Elixirs that can increase the chances of forming a Golden Core are extremely expensive.

In addition, Shen Xuan had another hidden worry.

His foundation in Tao is only of the middle grade.

Although a mid-grade grade is considered quite good.

Theoretically, one can cultivate to the late Foundation Establishment stage.

However, forming a core is extremely difficult.

If the quality of the Dao Foundation can be improved to the superior grade, the success rate will be even higher.

Shen Xuan pondered for a long time.

For him, the Pure Foundation Pill was an essential spiritual item.

Moreover, the demand is quite large.

According to the prescription, it is best to take it regularly and consistently practice the refining process for the best results.

What are Fellow Daoist Li's conditions?

Li Ruyi glanced at Qi Wanqing.

"I need many spiritual items for my cultivation, and I hope Master Shen can help me collect them."

"I am willing to follow Master Shen until I condense my Soul Core."

Shen Xuan remained silent for a while.

The claim that they helped collect spiritual items for meditation was just a pretext.

In reality, she wanted Shen Xuan to provide protection and shield her from the wind and rain.

After all, he was just a hermit.

Without the protection of a powerful master, it can easily be reduced to ashes.

Li Ruyi knew what Shen Fushi was worried about.

“I remember now, I am from the State of Yan.”

"Oh."

The State of Yan was a large state located far to the west, 100,000 li away from the State of Song, separated by several other states.

“Master Shen, there is no need to worry. None of the people I knew in my previous life are in the Song Kingdom.”

"I am indifferent to worldly affairs; I only wish to condense the Soul Core."

Shen Xuan gave Li Ruyi a deep look.

This is a smart man.

Knowing he didn't want to get involved in the consequences, he figured the benefits of taking Li Ruyi in were obvious.

You can have her refine pills for you.

Especially Jingji Dan.

With Li Ruyi around, success is only a matter of time.

The biggest drawback.

This refers to the grudges and affections surrounding Li Ruyi.

As for Daoist disciples adopting nuns, the sect has not explicitly prohibited it.

Some Taoist disciples even practiced demonic arts as a side practice.

As long as you don't do anything immoral or harm innocent people, the sect won't interfere.

"Does Fellow Daoist Li recall how he perished?"

Li Ruyi shook her head.

"I can't remember."

"Master Shen, rest assured, the past is all but smoke and clouds, and I have no intention of seeking it out."

Shen Xuan nodded.

After much deliberation, I finally made a decision.

“Fellow Daoist Li is a smart man, so I will speak frankly.”

"I, Shen, need Fellow Daoist Li to refine the Foundation Purification Pill. For this, I, Shen, am willing to pay a price."

"Within my capabilities, I, Shen, will protect Fellow Daoist Li and collect resources for your meditation practice."

"If it's beyond my capabilities..."

Li Ruyi smiled gracefully: "I will leave on my own. Whether I live or die is none of Master Shen's business."

Qi Wanqing also said from the side, "Master Shen, you are a good person, please help Sister Ruyi!"

Shen Xuan was speechless.

What he hates most is being friend-zoned by others.

Especially when these beautiful female cultivators said it, he always felt like he was being taken advantage of.

"Listen, Qi Wanqing, you're not allowed to call me a good person anymore!"

"Good people don't live long, are you cursing me?"

Qi Wanqing waved her hands repeatedly, explaining, "Master Shen, that's not what I meant! I really think you..."

After Shen Xuan glared at her fiercely, Qi Wanqing quickly shut up.

Shen Xuan is not a saint.

He simply treats his friends with sincerity and shares benefits with them.

I never thought of taking advantage of my friends.

Although he knew that among cultivators, relationships were based on mutual benefit.

When profits run out, things disperse; when power fades, things collapse. This is the norm and there is nothing to blame.

But that doesn’t stop him from sticking to his principles of conduct.

"Alright! Fellow Daoist Li, let's discuss the details of our cooperation."

Shen Xuan invited Qi Wanqing out of the secret room.

He and Li Ruyi talked for more than an hour and discussed the basic framework for their cooperation.

all in all.

Shen Xuan was in charge of collecting medicinal herbs, while Li Ruyi was in charge of refining elixirs.

After the pill was completed, the two split the profits equally.

Li Ruyi did not need the Purification Pill, so she transferred it to Shen Xuan at a certain price.

Shen Xuan helped her replace it with a spiritual item for cultivation.

The price difference between the two can be recorded in advance.

Unless absolutely necessary, Li Ruyi will not show herself in front of others, nor will she participate in the battles between Shen Xuan and others.

Li Ruyi was extremely satisfied with this.

She followed Qi Wanqing and had to appear in battle from time to time.

Each time, it consumes a significant amount of her spiritual energy.

Actually, it's not conducive to her spiritual practice.

But Li Ruyi had no choice.

If she hadn't intervened, Qi Wanqing would have perished countless times.

It's not that Qi Wanqing didn't work hard.

Unfortunately, they lacked the necessary strength.

This is also why she has always wanted to collaborate with Shen Xuan.

She was even willing to form a soul contract between master and servant.

Because after condensing the Soul Core, the Soul Power becomes so strong that it can break the Soul Contract between Master and Servant.

Alternatively, one could turn the tables on the original owner and regain their freedom.

Shen Xuan was unaware of this.

He simply felt there was no need to contract with a shaman.

On the contrary, it affected his luck.

If it's just a collaboration...

If it weren't for the karma of Li Ruyi's past life, it would actually be a very good option.

After all, this is a second-tier high-grade alchemist.

As long as there are enough resources, they can continuously refine second-grade high-quality spiritual pills for him.

The key is Jingji Dan.

This is a top-grade elixir that even the Qingyun Sect doesn't possess!
Throughout the entire Song Kingdom, apart from the top alchemists of Medicine God Valley, no one else knows how to refine it.

Shen Xuan had inquired about it.

The price of Jingji Dan is outrageously expensive.

One of them costs three thousand spirit stones.

If you take one pill every ten days, it will cost more than 100,000 spirit stones every year.

Even a direct disciple of a Golden Elixir Immortal can't afford it!

After the two discussed it, Li Ruyi returned to the Soul Nourishing Wood.

Shen Xuan took her back to Qingyang Prefecture.

This trip was very rewarding.

Reconnect with old friends.

Ten portions of water sprite blood were collected.

He also received strong support from a second-tier high-grade alchemist.

It's a pity it's meditation.

……

A year and a half later.

Feiyun Mountain, Tingyu Pavilion.

In the training room, Shen Xuan slowly finished his practice.

This retreat was more effective than the last one.

The physical body, spiritual power, soul, and consciousness continue to improve.

We are getting closer and closer to the peak of the early stage of Foundation Establishment.

The ten portions of water sprite blood we obtained last time.

Three portions were used as raw materials for poison talismans.

He gradually refined the six portions.

As he wished.

The quality of the blood essence is too low to provide new bloodline talents.

Even the improvement in existing skill proficiency is very limited.

As for improving one's spiritual root aptitude, forget about it.

Its greatest function is to accumulate Daoist points.

【Daoyun: 12688】

Seems like a lot.

In fact, a complete set of water fairy blood only provides a little over a thousand points of Daoist energy.

Once he advances to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage, it definitely won't be enough.

Talent skills like [Gnawing on All Things], [Sharp Teeth and Fangs], and [Dominating All Directions], which can be improved, do not require Daoist points.

For example, the [Ice Soul Spirit Body] and [Electric Dao Body] can be cultivated slowly after reaching the Great Completion stage.

However, the improvement speed of the three main techniques, namely [Wrath of the Thunder God], [Ice Soul Cold Water Technique], and [Immortal Slaying Water Qi Technique], is too slow if he relies on his own cultivation.

Especially the [Immortal-Slaying Water Qi Technique].

The greater the power, the slower the cultivation process.

After Shen Xuan broke through to the mid-Foundation Establishment stage, his first priority was to add as many points as possible to the [Immortal Slaying Water Qi Technique].

To fully master the [Immortal Slaying Water Qi Technique], over 10,000 points of Daoist essence are definitely not enough.

Shen Xuan's gaze fell upon the last drop of essence blood before him.

That was the essence and blood of the giant anomaly.

Hopefully, it will bring some surprises!

(End of this chapter)