Steady Mortal Path: Starting from Obtaining the Golden Core Inheritance

A second-tier demonic beast is equivalent to a Foundation Establishment cultivator in human form.

This is far beyond what a Qi Condensation cultivator can handle.

"I never expected that Master Lin would possess a second-tier demonic insect. I am no match for him."

After a long while, the young man surnamed Wu's expression changed repeatedly. He had no choice but to put away his magic weapon and sighed.

"Concession."

Lin Changsheng smiled calmly and said politely.

"The No. 6 courtyard of Grade A is temporarily under the jurisdiction of Lin Family Medical Talisman, Master Lin Talisman."

The Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Nangong family announced softly.

He then approached Lin Changsheng, his expression curious, and said, "Master Lin is truly astonishing. To be able to cultivate the ferocious insect, the Crimson Centipede, to the second tier and have it so obedient is truly rare."

"Senior, you flatter me. Perhaps this insect is not naturally as violent as its kind and does not easily recognize a master."

Facing the Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Nangong family, Lin Changsheng spoke respectfully and remained composed.

"Well, if no one else challenges me within three days, Master Lin will be able to enjoy the right to use the 'A' Grade Six Courtyard for the next year."

The Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Nangong family nodded, asking no further questions, but offering some instructions.

Lin Changsheng naturally clasped his hands in thanks and expressed his gratitude repeatedly.

It is not uncommon for disciples of large forces to possess second-tier techniques at the Qi Condensation Realm.

Beside Nangong Qingtan was a silver-backed wolf that she had raised since it was a cub.

However, for ordinary independent cultivators or small families, the cost of cultivating second-tier demonic beasts is too high. It is more cost-effective to cultivate their own clan members to advance to the Foundation Establishment stage.

With Lin Changsheng's second-tier demonic insect now available, there was naturally no longer any competition, so he turned his attention to other courtyards.

Three days later, Lin Changsheng signed a contract with Qianhe Immortal City and the property and land management personnel, paid rent and mortgage, totaling over a thousand spirit stones.

If it weren't for the steady stream of income coming in from Lin Changsheng's shop every day, they would really be struggling to make ends meet.

That morning, after completing the handover procedures, they officially moved into the Class A courtyard.

Compared to the other grades of courtyards, these are all private residences with their own entrances, and there are no neighbors to disturb them.

This suited Lin Changsheng's wishes quite well.

After checking the courtyard and ensuring the integrity of the restrictions as usual, Lin Changsheng opened his storage bag and placed the Crimson Centipede into the courtyard.

He was ordered to stay within the courtyard area.

Although this ferocious insect has been tamed, its wild nature remains untamed.

Staying in the storage bag for a long time is not conducive to the growth of the Red Emperor Centipede.

Letting them roam freely in the yard allows this insect to express its natural instincts to a small extent.

……

He summoned Tian Fu to learn the ropes and gave him some instructions.

Lin Changsheng calmed his mind, adjusted his mindset, and began to prepare for a long period of secluded cultivation.

This mental adjustment, completely abandoning external distractions and trivial matters, is an essential lesson before long-term seclusion and can directly affect cultivation efficiency.

The tree may wish to be still, but the wind will not cease.

Just a few days after moving into the Class A courtyard, outsiders came to visit.

Lin Changsheng frowned slightly, feeling displeased.

But we still invited the visitors in.

The visitor was an elderly man who appeared to be nearing seventy, with a cultivation level at the tenth level of Qi Condensation.

Lin Changsheng could clearly sense that this person's aura was weak, seemingly due to age, or perhaps because he had used external force to forcibly break through to the tenth level of Qi Condensation, resulting in the dissipation of his internal magical power, making him far inferior to a normal peak Qi Condensation cultivator.

“A few days ago, my son, not knowing the consequences, argued with Master Lin over the courtyard. I, Wu, came here specifically to apologize for this.”

The old man arrived with generous gifts, apparently to apologize for the previous dispute over the courtyard.

Upon learning the old man's identity and purpose, Lin Changsheng felt a strange sensation.

It seems absurd that the elders of Wu Xingyun's family came to apologize when Wu Xingyun had clearly taken the courtyard from him.

But upon closer reflection, he realized that he was already a renowned talisman master in the city, and now that he had revealed that he possessed a second-tier demonic insect, he was equivalent to having the combat power of a Foundation Establishment cultivator.

Furthermore, they actively competed for the 'A' grade courtyard, revealing their intention to advance to the Foundation Establishment stage.

Whether it succeeds or fails, it's worth befriending and courting them.

The old man from the Wu family was visiting me primarily to use the opportunity of apologizing as a pretext to try and improve our relationship.

After exchanging pleasantries, Lin Changsheng accepted the gift.

Taking advantage of the situation, the old man Wu proposed a collaboration, but Lin Changsheng politely declined with a smile.

Not long after, Lin Changsheng used the excuse of going into seclusion for cultivation, and Old Master Wu also tactfully took his leave.

……

No sooner had the latter left than Hao Lianchunqiao from the Haolian Chamber of Commerce came to visit.

The other party somehow found out about my move into the 'A' courtyard and came to congratulate me on my housewarming.

But Lin Changsheng knew perfectly well that his exposure of the second-tier Crimson Centipede made him even more valuable in the eyes of these local forces.

It's perfectly normal for them to vie for their favor.

Lin Changsheng patiently met with Hao Lianchunqiao.

After a brief conversation, they accepted the gift as well.

However, Hao Lianchunqiao remained calm and did not immediately make any offers to recruit him.

After staying for the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, I took my leave.

After seeing Hao Lianchun off, Lin Changsheng immediately set up a sign outside the courtyard that read "Closed to Visitors".

Seven or eight days later, Lin Changsheng's mind was as calm as still water, and his energy and spirit reached their peak.

He formally entered a meditative state and began his secluded cultivation.

……

In the courtyard of Class A, a lush green expanse is visible to the naked eye.

A pure, woody quality permeates the courtyard space.

Before long, a sudden pulling force caused these pure energies to gather together and drift into the room.

Lin Changsheng, who was meditating, slowly opened his eyes. His gaze was clear and bright, and his aura rose to its peak.

"Fifty-seven years old, Qi Condensation Level 10!"

Lin Changsheng let out a soft breath, his eyes brimming with joy.

Nourished by the rich spiritual energy of heaven and earth in the Class A courtyard, Lin Changsheng finally cultivated to the peak of the Qi Condensation Realm.

Theoretically speaking, Lin Changsheng now possesses the qualifications to attempt to break through to the Foundation Establishment realm.

Once one's cultivation reaches the tenth level of Qi Condensation, the Qi Condensation realm has been perfected.

Looking back on my journey of self-cultivation, I have followed the steps steadily and surely, leaving almost no hidden dangers.

Unlike ordinary cultivators, they don't need to stay at this level, refine their magical power, and eliminate the various hidden dangers left over from the past years.

……

Inside the room, Lin Changsheng opened a letter from Xi Danhe's family.

The letter was written by Xu Qinghuan.

Over the years, the two occasionally exchanged letters, mostly casual greetings.

However, this letter contained very little information.

In recent years, the relationship between the Xi Danhe family and the Huangling Chen family has become increasingly tense.

The situation is turbulent.

Xu Qinghuan knew that as a Qi Condensation Level 8 cultivator from the He family, he would probably be sent to the battlefield soon.

However, he has neglected combat for many years, and his combat strength is only slightly stronger than that of a mid-stage Qi Condensation cultivator.

Therefore, Xu Qinghuan decided to go out and train for a period of time to hone his combat skills and find an opportunity to break through to the ninth level of Qi Condensation.

The letter mentioned that if he were to leave and never return, he hoped that "Brother Lin" could take care of his children in the future.

Lin Changsheng wrote back, offering comfort and encouragement to Xu Qinghuan.

Back then, Xu Qinghuan lacked resolve and almost gave up on the path to immortality.

He stumbled upon the path of dual cultivation and has now reached the eighth level of Qi Condensation.

Lin Changsheng had long since stopped trying to persuade the other party.

Having known each other for many years, Lin Changsheng understood his friend well.

They are impatient, eager for quick success and instant benefits, and lack patience.

Having experienced the feeling of soaring to new heights through dual cultivation, one may find it difficult to adapt to methodical cultivation.

However, normal dual cultivation techniques, which are in harmony with the principles of Yin and Yang, can be considered a beneficial aid to the growth of cultivation.

Using this method as the primary means of improvement is similar to favoring a certain snack and treating it as a staple food. If this continues for a long time, it can easily lead to nutritional imbalance.

However, Lin Changsheng was worried that relying on the dual cultivation technique for too long could easily lead one astray and onto the evil path of "sexual energy harvesting," which would be intolerable to the righteous path of Yue Kingdom.