Immortality and Cultivation: This old man seeks enlightenment through mere survival.

Two thousand seven hundred spirit stones!

Even second-tier bear demons are a rare sight in the Northern Skies. I'd like to study the essence and blood of this Black-Winged Flying Bear.

A Foundation Establishment cultivator called out to bid.

"I'll join in the fun too, two thousand eight hundred spirit stones," another Foundation Establishment cultivator said.

"Hmm... two thousand nine hundred spirit stones!"

The Foundation Establishment cultivator who was the first to bid hesitated.

If the essence blood of the Black-Winged Flying Bear exceeds three thousand, it's not worth it.

Although he is a second-tier weapon refiner, it's not certain that he can actually research anything.

If three thousand spirit stones are wasted... it would be better to give them to the disciples of the clan to improve their cultivation.

Most Foundation Establishment cultivators, having no hope of forming their Core, will establish their own cultivation clans, focusing on enjoying life and nurturing their juniors.

“Three thousand spirit stones!” Lu Zaian said.

Although it was somewhat abrupt for a Qi Refining cultivator like myself to participate in the bidding at this time.

However, Lu Zaian could tell that the two Foundation Establishment cultivators in front of him did not have a strong desire to bid.

This is exactly my opportunity!

"Hmm? A late-stage Qi Refining cultivator?"

"...No, it's still the ninth level of Body Refinement, at its peak?"

"His foundation seems pretty good, but why is he bidding on demon beast blood instead of saving his spirit stones to buy foundation-building items at the auction..."

It was only a moment after Lu Zaian made his bid.

Countless divine senses, some cold, some fiery, some strange, and some domineering, swept over Lu Zaian!

His body was thoroughly searched inside and out!

"Damn this cultivation world, the weak have absolutely no human rights!" Lu Zaian cursed inwardly.

In the world of cultivation, using divine sense to detect others is considered very impolite!

Every monk has his own privacy.

In more serious cases, it could even directly provoke incidents and conflicts.

But that only applies to those of the same level.

One Foundation Establishment cultivator might not dare to recklessly probe another Foundation Establishment cultivator.

But if you encounter a Qi Refining cultivator, then it doesn't matter.

You can investigate if you want.

I'll count out exactly how many hairs grow in your butt crack!

Therefore, most powerful and influential figures, including their most talented daughters and saintesses, will carry magical artifacts that shield their divine sense when they go out...

Lu Zaian was tense, guarding his mind, and feigning a perfectly measured fear in his eyes.

Being locked onto by the divine senses of so many Foundation Establishment cultivators, remaining too calm would be unusual.

Anyway, the Longevity Body and Xiao Yi can't be exposed.

At my age, it wouldn't matter if people found out I was practicing both physical and magical cultivation.

Fortunately, there was nothing about Lu Zaian that would attract the attention of a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

The surging divine consciousness gradually receded...

"Forget it, those black wings are more valuable for research. Let's give this essence blood to that junior."

The first Foundation Establishment cultivator gave up the competition.

Other Foundation Establishment cultivators who do not take up skills are even less interested.

In the regular seats, Chen Kui and his two companions also noticed Lu Zaian's bidding.

"Brother, why did that old dog Lu smear the essence blood of the Xuan Chi Fei Xiong?" Zhao Feng asked.

"...How would I know?"

Chen Kui frowned, also unable to understand.

He had assumed that Lu Zaian would also be competing for Foundation Establishment spiritual items, just like them.

"Hehe, why don't we step in and drive up the price for him..."

Zhao Feng smiled sinisterly.

Just then, the three of them saw Lu Zaian looking at them with a strange smile on his face.

Gongyang Wen's heart skipped a beat, and he hesitated, saying, "Be careful, there might be a trap. Just to be safe, let's get our hands on the Foundation Establishment spiritual item first."

"The third brother is right, second brother, please calm down."

"Hum..."

Without Chen Kui and the others causing trouble, the Bee Flower Fairy confirmed the matter repeatedly before finally reaching a conclusion.

"Congratulations to customer number 439 for winning the Black-Winged Flying Bear's essence blood!"

Success! !

Lu Zaian suppressed his joy.

Luckily, I fooled the Three Towers with my mysterious smile.

Otherwise, if they interfere again, who knows what might happen.

The competition for the price of that pair of black wings became much fiercer.

It suddenly soared to three thousand six hundred spirit stones!

The auction for the remaining skeleton and fur of the Black-winged Flying Bear also concluded.

Lu Zaian could then go backstage to collect his auction items.

"Next item: Five drops of Heavenly Mystic Water!"

"I needn't elaborate on such a rare treasure, do I? The starting bid is three thousand spirit stones per drop!"

Wow! ! !

An uproar erupted in the auction hall.

The ordinary seats below were in an uproar, with countless Qi Refining cultivators having bloodshot eyes and panting heavily.

"It's a Foundation Establishment Spiritual Object!!"

"Finally! I'm determined to get a picture of it this time!!"

"Foundation building, foundation building, foundation building! The entire family's hopes rest on my shoulders, I must succeed!"

"Anyone who dares to take it from me, I'll kill them!!"

In contrast, the Foundation Establishment cultivators in the private room were much more unremarkable.

"Tsk tsk, we went through the same thing back then," someone sighed, stroking his beard.

"Who's like you? I built my own foundation!" someone scoffed.

The ability to establish one's foundation independently without relying on spiritual objects indicates a solid foundation, and the resulting combat strength after breakthrough is stronger than that of ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivators.

"Hmm... My little grand-disciple has now reached the Qi Refining Perfection stage, so I can buy him a drop of Heavenly Profound Liquid to try..."

Someone casually reserved a drop of Heavenly Profound Liquid, as if it were already theirs.

That's true, how can a Qi Refining cultivator compete with a Foundation Establishment cultivator?

Lu Zaian looked around at the completely frenzied crowd and couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement.

The opportunity to leap over the dragon gate is right in front of us, how can we not go crazy?

"Fortunately, I possess the Longevity Body and have also gained a fortuitous opportunity."

Otherwise, we'd have to fight to the death like them.

Now that I have the essence blood, it's time for me to go!

Lu Zaian did not intend to stay until the auction ended.

The more treasures you find later, the rarer and more intense the competition becomes.

The appearance of that damned Yin Fu Lao Dao, and the tit-for-tat confrontation with Zixiao Temple.

All of this made Lu Zaian sense an atmosphere of conspiracy and unease...

Moreover, this auction attracted so many Foundation Establishment cultivators to gather in the Desolate Swamp City.

It's an extremely unstable factor.

After Lu Zaian delivered the spirit stones to the backstage and confirmed that the essence blood was correct, he left without looking back towards the western district outside the city.

"Breaking through to the Foundation Establishment stage will likely cause quite a stir. Let's find a quiet place in the marshland."

"Perfect timing to let Xiao Yi out for some fresh air; let it guard the way for me."

Outer West District.

Although the auction in the inner city was in full swing.

However, most of the cultivators in the early and middle stages of Qi Refining were still trading, cultivating, and having fun in an orderly manner...

Lu Zaian crossed the western district and left the city.

In an instant.

Lu Zaian's powerful soul perception instantly made him realize that there were several subtle gazes scrutinizing him at the city gate.

"Tribulation cultivators? They're all Qi Refining stage cultivators, huh, come and follow if you dare..."

Heading west, half an hour later.

Lu Zaian crossed a low hill.

In the field of vision, a vast expanse of desolate waterways unfolds!

The endless blue waves, like a jade ribbon, stretch as far as the eye can see...